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US highlights need for gender equality at UN Commission

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield delivered a statement at the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women, representing the United States Delegation.


U.S. ambassador discusses global security concerns with IOM director general

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Representative to the United Nations, engaged in discussions with Amy Pope, the Director General of the International Organization of Migration (IOM), as reported by Nate Evans, spokesperson for the...



Lightspeed DMS welcomes new chief executive officer

Brian Provost has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of Lightspeed DMS LLC, succeeding Kris Denos.


Cell Impact receives order worth SEK 18 million

Swedish company Cell Impact AB has been awarded a 30-month contract involving the production of flow plates, tools, and fixtures. The contract is set to commence this month with deliveries expected to continue until mid-2026.


The Better Fish celebrates partnership anniversary with Fair Trade USA

At the Seafood Expo North America (SENA) 2024, Australis Aquaculture and Fair Trade USA hosted an event to underscore their partnership. The attendees were given the opportunity to learn about various Better Fish varieties, including Lemon Herb Butter Barramundi, Crispy Barramundi Fish Tenders, and Simply Skinless Barramundi Fillets in the Wavemaker’s Zone.


US hosts events at UN Commission on Status of Women focusing on gender equality

The 68th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) is underway, running from March 11 to March 22, 2024.



UN Security Council condemns violence in Haiti; supports multinational security mission

The United Nations Security Council has issued a press statement condemning the ongoing violence and human rights abuses in Haiti.



Workshop on economic resilience planned for March in Bern

The Embassy of the United States and the Taipei Cultural and Economic Delegation to Switzerland are set to host a workshop under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework on March 13 in Bern.


U.S. Embassy seeks citizen liaison volunteers for assistance roles

The U.S. Embassy in Quito is seeking volunteers to serve as Citizen Liaison Volunteers (CLVs), previously known as Wardens.


U.S. Embassy announces online auction for March 11, 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

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

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.

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

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.



UN Security Council adopts UK-drafted resolution calling for ceasefire in Sudan

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

The United Nations Security Council has renewed the mandate of the Sudan Panel of Experts for another 12 months.