News from 2025
Efforts needed to address Malaysia's economic inequality ahead of high-income status
By Globe Banner | Feb 5, 2025
Malaysia is on a path toward becoming a high-income nation by 2028-2030, according to a recent report.
World Bank highlights steps for Malaysia's path to high-income status
By Globe Banner | Feb 5, 2025
Malaysia is on the path to achieving high-income nation status between 2028 and 2030, according to a joint report by the World Bank and Malaysia's Ministry of Economy.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation highlighting Grenada's economic resilience
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
On January 24, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed its Article IV consultation with Grenada.
Belize partners with World Bank on new $58M energy resilience project
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
The Government of Belize, in collaboration with the World Bank and the Government of Canada, has launched a new energy project designed to enhance the country's power supply and improve electricity service reliability.
U.S. pauses foreign aid spending to prioritize national interests
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
The U.S. State Department has initiated a 90-day pause and review of foreign aid programs, which is reportedly yielding positive results for the country.
ING progresses with €2 billion share buyback programme
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
ING has provided an update on its €2.0 billion share buyback programme, initially announced on October 31, 2024.
Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
The President of the United States has officially recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.
Sun Life U.S. teams up with Maine Celtics for youth fitness program
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
Sun Life U.S. and the Maine Celtics recently organized the second annual Fit to Win event at the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Maine in Portland.
Morgan Stanley hosts annual women's leadership event with Christine Baranski
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is set to host the 16th annual Go Red Women’s Leadership event in collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA) – Westchester and Fairfield Counties.
U.S.-Panama partnership addresses migration challenges
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
On February 3, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Panamanian Minister of Public Security Frank Abrego attended a charter repatriation flight event at Albrook Airport in Panama City.
South Africa faces slow growth; report urges reforms in basic education
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
The latest edition of the South Africa Economic Update, titled "Learning: Overdue Reforms and Emerging Priorities in Basic Education," examines the country's economic outlook with a focus on its basic education system.
World Bank report emphasizes transforming education for inclusive growth in South Africa
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
Transforming South Africa's basic education sector could be key to driving inclusive growth, according to a World Bank report released today.
Maria Ramos appointed Group Chair of Standard Chartered
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
Standard Chartered PLC has announced the appointment of Maria Ramos as its new Group Chair, succeeding José Viñals.
Health alert issued for Oropouche virus outbreak in Panama
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
On January 31, 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its Travel Health Notice regarding outbreaks of the Oropouche virus in Panama's Darien province.
BridgeUSA offers exchange program focusing on STEM camp development
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
The BridgeUSA STEM Summer Camp Training and Development Exchange program is set to offer exchange visitors the chance to learn how to develop and deliver youth STEM summer camps through U.S. institutions of higher education.
Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the recognition of February 2025 as National Black History Month.
Fulbright TEA program opens applications for Spring and Fall 2026 sessions
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
The Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (Fulbright TEA), sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, is accepting applications for its upcoming sessions.
Italy Finance Committee leader: 'Ebitts demonstrates how tokenization can simplify people's lives'
By Globe Banner | Feb 4, 2025
Giulio Centemero, League Group Leader on the Italy Finance Committee, has highlighted the potential of tokenization in streamlining operations across various sectors, including energy.
U.S. Embassy seeks quotes for National Day decorations in Manama
By Globe Banner | Feb 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Manama has announced a request for quotations (RFQ) for decoration services needed for the U.S. National Day 2025 celebrations.
Applications open for Fulbright Teaching Excellence Program for Guinea-Bissau educators
By Globe Banner | Feb 3, 2025
The U.S. Liaison Office to Guinea-Bissau has announced the call for applications for the 2026 Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (TEA).