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U.S. Embassy launches first EducationUSA College Fair in Sierra Leone

The U.S. Embassy in Sierra Leone has inaugurated its first EducationUSA College Fair, an event aimed at fostering educational ties between the United States and Sierra Leone.


U.S. Embassy holds first EducationUSA College Fair in Sierra Leone

Ambassador Bryan D. Hunt addressed the attendees of the U.S. Embassy's inaugural EducationUSA College Fair in Sierra Leone, highlighting the significance of education as a tool for achieving opportunities and success.


Mongolia's economic forecast shows promise amid mining surge

The World Bank's latest report projects Mongolia's economy to grow by 6.3% in 2025, driven by increased copper production and a gradual recovery in the agriculture sector.


Albanian Security Academy receives prestigious IADLEST accreditation

The Albanian Security Academy has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining accreditation from the International Association of Directors and Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST).


U.S. Embassy announces federal benefits services visit in Port of Spain

The U.S. Embassy has announced that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will be visiting Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.


Seed business empowers Zambian women with World Bank support

In Zambia, Sylvia Chisangano Horemans is making significant strides in empowering women and small-scale farmers through her seed business, Kamano Seed.


Albanian Security Academy receives first international accreditation

On May 22, 2025, the U.S. Embassy’s Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Kathryn Hammond, along with U.S. Department of Justice ICITAP Assistant Director Stephen Fields, presented the first Accreditation Certificate by the International Association of...


Bank of America announces redemption plan for CHF senior notes due in June

Bank of America Corporation has announced its plan to redeem all CHF 375 million principal amount outstanding of its 0.2525% Senior Notes, due June 12, 2026.


Indonesian officials complete U.S. exchange on language education

Six senior officials from Indonesia's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and four from the Ministry of Religious Affairs have concluded a two-week exchange program in the United States.


United States delivers statements at DSB meeting on May 23, 2025

Statements by the United States were delivered at the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on May 23, 2025.


Fulbright opens applications for Tunisian students for 2026-2027

The U.S. Embassy in Tunisia has announced the opening of applications for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Memorial Day: A national remembrance day honoring fallen service members

Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May each year, serves as a national day of remembrance for those who died in service to the United States during both wartime and peacetime.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with France amid economic challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with France, highlighting the country's economic resilience amidst ongoing uncertainty.


WTO advances discussions on special treatment proposals ahead of Ministerial Conference

Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are advancing discussions on special and differential treatment proposals, with updates provided by three facilitators.


Georgia's lake conservation efforts boost local economies through eco-tourism

Protecting nature is proving to be economically beneficial, as highlighted by a 2021 World Bank report.


U.S. Embassy issues demonstration alert for Santo Domingo on May 23

A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Friday, May 23, 2025.


WTO calls for parliamentary action on fisheries agreement ahead of UN Oceans Conference

Adopted during the World Trade Organization's (WTO) 12th Ministerial Conference in June 2022, the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies addresses some of the most damaging forms of fisheries subsidies.


Amazonia photo exhibit opens in Germany with support from Zurich Insurance

The AMAZÔNIA exhibition, featuring photographs by Sebastião Salgado, is set to make its German debut at the Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum in Cologne.


U.S. acknowledges Luis Almagro’s leadership at Organization of American States

The United States has expressed its recognition of Secretary General Luis Almagro's decade-long leadership at the Organization of American States (OAS).


Ambassador Vrooman highlights US-Mozambique relations at Independence Day event

Good evening, Your Excellency, friends, colleagues, and partners—and to my dear spouse, Johnette.