News from May 2024
WTO and ADB strengthen collaboration for sustainable economic growth
By Globe Banner | May 1, 2024
The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have solidified their partnership to bolster sustainable economic growth through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed by key representatives.The MoU, inked by WTO Deputy Director-General Jean-Marie Paugam and ADB Vice-President (Sectors and Themes) Fatima Yasmin, signifies a deeper strategic alliance focusing on regional cooperation, trade, economic integration, and the trade and environment agenda to benefit their respective memberships and observers.Paugam expressed his enthusiasm for this...
Papua New Guinea Urged to Increase Investment in Education to Address Human Capital Crisis
By Globe Banner | May 1, 2024
Papua New Guinea is facing a critical human capital crisis, as highlighted in the May 2024 edition of the Papua New Guinea Economic Update by the World Bank. The report emphasizes the urgent need for more substantial investments in education to secure the country's long-term economic future.The Economic Update forecasts a positive outlook for Papua New Guinea's economy in 2024, despite a slowdown experienced in the previous year. However, the report underscores the importance of prioritizing education to ensure sustainable growth and development in the nation.A...
EnerCom Announces Mike Wirth as Keynote Speaker at Energy Investment Conference
By Globe Banner | May 1, 2024
EnerCom, Inc. has announced that Mike Wirth, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chevron, will be the keynote speaker at the 29th Annual EnerCom Denver - The Energy Investment Conference. The event is scheduled to take place on August 20, 2024, at The Westin Denver Downtown.Wirth's participation in the conference was confirmed by EnerCom, emphasizing his significant role in the energy industry. According to the announcement, institutional investors, portfolio managers, financial analysts, CIOs, and other industry professionals are encouraged to register for the...
NCUA Announces Registration Open for 2024 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit
By Globe Banner | May 1, 2024
Registration is now open for the National Credit Union Administration’s fifth summit focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, scheduled to take place from July 9 to 11, 2024, at the Hilton Minneapolis in Minneapolis, Minn. The event aims to provide a platform for stakeholders to address and promote DEI principles within the credit union system and the NCUA.Chairman Todd M. Harper emphasized the importance of participation in this year's Summit, stating, "I encourage all stakeholders to participate in this year’s Summit, deepen their commitment to DEI principles, and...
U.S. Embassy announces online auction starting May 1, 2024
By Globe Banner | May 1, 2024
The U.S. Embassy has announced plans to conduct an auction starting on May 1, 2024.
BillingPlatform Wins Silver Stevie® Award in 2024 American Business Awards
By Globe Banner | May 1, 2024
BillingPlatform, a leading enterprise revenue lifecycle management platform, has been honored as a Silver Stevie® Award winner in the Company of the Year - Computer Software category at the 22nd Annual American Business Awards®. This marks BillingPlatform's fourth consecutive win at the ABAs.Judges praised BillingPlatform for its innovation and leadership in the billing and revenue management space. They highlighted the company's flexibility and cutting-edge cloud-based platform, which allows businesses to customize billing solutions to their specific needs. Dennis Wall,...