News published on Globe Banner in June 2020

News from June 2020


Winners announced for U.S. Embassy Kolonia virtual essay competition

Erlickson Jano has been announced as the first-place winner in the U.S. Embassy Kolonia's Virtual Essay Competition, commemorating the 244th U.S. Independence Day.


ANZ co-leads Australia's largest social bond for national housing finance

ANZ has announced its role as a joint leader in the issuance of a $562 million Social Bond for the Commonwealth's National Housing Finance and Investment Corporation (NHFIC).


U.S. Department of State publishes 2020 reports on trafficking and religious freedom

The U.S. Department of State has released the 2020 Trafficking in Persons Report, categorizing Guatemala as a Tier 2 country.


Report highlights Asia's growing role in post-COVID global economy

The global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to hasten a shift that positions Asia at the center of the world economy, according to a report by ANZ and Eurasia Group.


Openbank reaches 110,000 customers in Mexico within four months

Openbank, the digital banking arm of Grupo Santander, has announced a significant milestone in its operations in Mexico.



U.S. Embassy hosts essay competition for Micronesian youth

In observance of the 244th anniversary of U.S. independence, the U.S. Embassy in Kolonia has announced a Virtual Essay Competition for citizens and residents of the Federated States of Micronesia aged 13 to 17.


Federated States of Micronesia citizen appointed to US Coast Guard Academy

On June 6, Ambassador Carmen G. Cantor attended the graduation ceremony at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School to present a United States Coast Guard Academy certificate of appointment to Andrew "Andy" Sipos.


Santander launches global education initiative with support from F1 champion Jenson Button

Santander has launched a global education campaign aimed at making learning more accessible and inspiring worldwide.


ANZ agrees to sell UDC Finance to Shinsei Bank

ANZ has announced the sale of its New Zealand asset finance business, UDC Finance, to Shinsei Bank Limited for NZ$762 million.


U.S. ambassador launches Pohnpei Girl Scouts pilot program

On May 23rd, U.S. Ambassador Carmen G. Cantor initiated the Pohnpei Girl Scouts Pilot Program at the U.S. Embassy in Kolonia.


Federated States of Micronesia citizens graduate from U.S service academies

On May 20, Cadet Youki Susaia Jr. graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) with a Bachelor of Science in Management.


U.S. honors fallen soldiers with ceremonies in Micronesia

In observance of Memorial Day on May 25, U.S. Ambassador Carmen G. Cantor and Secretary Kandhi Elieisar from the FSM Department of Foreign Affairs participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at Sokeh’s Rock landmark in Pohnpei, FSM.