News from March 2024
U.S. Embassy announces online auction for March 11, 2024
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2024
The U.S. Embassy is set to conduct an online auction starting on March 11, 2024.
South Africa joins World Trade Organization’s fisheries subsidy agreement
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
South Africa has become the latest addition to a growing list of World Trade Organization (WTO) members that have ratified the organization’s fisheries subsidies agreement. The ratification took place at the 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi, held during the first week of this month. With South Africa's inclusion, the total number of WTO member countries that have agreed to the Agreement on Fisheries now stands at 71.
United Arab Emirates, NASA partner to expand human space exploration
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
Officials from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Space Agency, and the National Space Council convened to reinforce a partnership supporting NASA’s Gateway, the inaugural lunar space station. The UAE has fostered its own space program through collaboration with NASA, U.S. research institutions, and other stakeholders in the aeronautics industry.
Jun Okamura joins GA technologies Co.,Ltd.
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
Okamura assumed his new position on March 5, bringing with him a wealth of experience as an Artificial Intelligence engineer and data analyst. His previous employer remains undisclosed by GA Technologies.
Vistage Worldwide acquires TEC Australia and New Zealand
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
Vistage, a global peer advisory organization for CEOs and business owners, has recently acquired The Executive Connection (TEC). TEC offers programs for CEOs, small business owners, executives and team leaders. Vistage boasts over 45,000 members worldwide and has been facilitating peer advisory groups for company CEOs since its inception in 1957.
US condemns Russian airstrikes on Odesa; calls for withdrawal
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
Thank you, Mister President.
UN Security Council adopts UK-drafted resolution calling for ceasefire in Sudan
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution drafted by the United Kingdom, calling for a ceasefire in Sudan.
UN extends Sudan experts' mandate amid ongoing conflict
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
The United Nations Security Council has renewed the mandate of the Sudan Panel of Experts for another 12 months.
UN adopts resolutions on Ramadan ceasefire and expert panel in Sudan
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
The United Nations Security Council has adopted two resolutions addressing the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
U.S. Embassy honors Anna Maria Vella with Woman of Courage Award
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
As part of the U.S. Embassy's observance of International Women's Day and Women's History Month, U.S. Ambassador Constance Milstein honored Anna Maria Vella, MD, PhD, as the recipient of the 2024 Woman of Courage Award. Dr. Vella is recognized for...
Joint statement calls for women's inclusion in post-conflict recovery
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
Ambassador Elisabeth Millard, the Acting Deputy Representative of the United States to the United Nations, delivered a joint statement on behalf of the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea.
US highlights commitment to gender equality on International Women's Day
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
The United States government has reaffirmed its dedication to gender equality on International Women’s Day by supporting initiatives in Ecuador that promote inclusion and the empowerment of women.
CNOOC Limited disovers oil at Kaiping South oil field in South China Sea
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
The discovery of a significant oil field is set to add over 100 million tons of oil to existing reserves. The well, named KP18-1-1d, was drilled at a depth of 3,462 meters and subsequent tests indicated an average production rate of 7,680 barrels of crude per day, as well as .52 million cubic feet of natural gas.
IMF deputy managing director visits Papua New Guinea
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
Following a three-day visit to Papua New Guinea, Bo Li, the managing deputy director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued a statement. During his visit, he met with the country’s prime minister, governor of the Bank of Papua New Guinea, development partners, and representatives of civil society organizations.
U.S. delegation announced for UN Commission on Status of Women session
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
The United States Mission to the United Nations has announced its delegation for the 68th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), scheduled from March 11 to 22, 2024, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Ambassador highlights global issues faced by women during panel discussion
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
During a panel discussion with International Women of Courage Award recipients, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield addressed the issue of political imprisonment worldwide.
US calls for urgent action at UN over Sudan conflict
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
The United States has issued a strong condemnation of the ongoing conflict in Sudan, emphasizing the severe humanitarian crisis it has caused.
US highlights achievements from UNCAC conference; focuses on anti-corruption initiatives
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
The United States continues its commitment to the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), as highlighted by Ambassador Chris Lu at a recent high-level event in New York.
US supports expanding UN Security Council's permanent and non-permanent seats
By Globe Banner | Mar 7, 2024
The United States has expressed support for expanding both permanent and non-permanent seats on the UN Security Council.
Binance discontinues Nigerian naira services, two employees detained in Abuja
By Globe Banner | Mar 6, 2024
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its decision to discontinue services involving the Nigerian naira (NGN). This move comes in the wake of a crackdown by the Nigerian government on crypto companies, which included the detention of two Binance executives who were visiting to meet with government officials.