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News from April 2024


Inca Intelligence: 'Binance markets are generally very healthy'

Inca Intelligence, a division of the digital asset intelligence firm Inca Digital, has announced the completion of an investigation into Binance. The study found that the cryptocurrency exchange's markets are "generally very healthy," with its report revealing "minimal signs of anomalous trading activities." The findings were shared in a post on X on March 18.


UN briefing highlights worsening crisis under Myanmar's military regime

The United Nations Security Council held a briefing on Myanmar, addressing the ongoing crisis caused by the military regime.


WTO opens registration for public forum focusing on re-globalization

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened online registration for its 2024 Public Forum, which will focus on the theme of re-globalization and its potential to make trade more inclusive. The event will also delve into the roles of digitalization, services, and sustainability in achieving this inclusivity.


US urges start of talks on crimes against humanity convention

The United States has expressed its support for initiating negotiations on a convention concerning the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity.



New Peace Corps volunteers begin service in Nepal

Today in Kathmandu, Ambassador Dean R. Thompson and Peace Corps/Nepal Country Director Troy Kofroth officiated the swearing-in ceremony of 22 new Peace Corps Volunteers.


Nordea schedules first-quarter results release for April 18

Nordea will release its first-quarter results for 2024 on April 18.


NCUA Opening 2024 CDRLF Grant Round May 1

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has announced the opening of the 2024 Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) grant round, with more than $3.4 million available for low-income-designated credit unions. The application period for these grants will run from May 1 to July 1.NCUA Chairman Todd M. Harper emphasized the importance of these grants, stating, "These grants give eligible credit unions the resources needed to support the financial needs of their members and communities. They create new, safe, fair, and affordable financial products and...


Australia and China resolve wine duties dispute through WTO

Australia and China have reached a mutually agreed solution in their dispute over wine duties. On March 29, both countries submitted a notification to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Dispute Settlement Body regarding dispute DS602, titled "China — Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duty Measures on Wine from Australia." This notification was shared with WTO members on April 3.


U.S. discusses ILC's draft articles on crimes against humanity at UN meeting

The United States has addressed the Sixth Committee regarding the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on crimes against humanity.


US expands Peace Corps volunteer presence in Ecuador

The United States has expanded its Peace Corps presence in Ecuador with the recent swearing-in of 19 new volunteers.


US comments on ILC draft articles about crimes against humanity

The United States has expressed its views on the International Law Commission's Draft Articles concerning crimes against humanity.


U.S. discusses ILC's draft articles on crimes against humanity at UN session

The United States has expressed its views on the Draft Articles concerning national measures to prevent and punish crimes against humanity.



U.S. supports talks on new convention against crimes against humanity

The United States has expressed its support for the International Law Commission's Draft Articles on the Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against Humanity during a session of the Sixth Committee.