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News from April 2025


Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais seeks to become UN Tourism's first Middle Eastern woman Secretary-General

Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais of the United Arab Emirates has been nominated to lead UN Tourism, seeking to become the first woman from the Middle East to serve as Secretary-General of the United Nations’ specialized agency for tourism.


Bank of America releases 2025 outlook on specialty asset management

Bank of America has published its 2025 Specialty Asset Management Outlook shedding light on market dynamics affecting commercial real estate, farmland, timberland, and energy assets.


Embassy alerts travelers of limited visa services in May

The U.S. Embassy has issued a notice for travelers planning to visit the United States, urging them to complete their online visa applications promptly.



Us department of state seeks proposals for engineering services in Suva

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) is seeking expressions of interest for architectural and engineering services related to a multi-discipline building inspection and boundary survey.


Perryman Group study reveals cost of lawsuit abuse on American families

Protecting American Consumers Together (PACT), a national advocacy and educational organization, has released a study by The Perryman Group highlighting the financial impact of lawsuit abuse on American families.


U.S. launches program to strengthen ties with Kyrgyz businesses through economic growth

The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek, under the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State, has opened a competition aimed at fostering commercial relations between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic.


U.S. Embassy Bishkek promotes STEM education to reduce brain drain in Kyrgyzstan

The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek's Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) has announced a new initiative to boost Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in the Kyrgyz Republic.


Department of State invites applications for English proficiency program in Kyrgyz Republic

The U.S. Embassy Bishkek's Public Diplomacy Section is launching an initiative aimed at increasing English proficiency across the Kyrgyz Republic.


US Central Command intensifies campaign against Houthi targets in Yemen

U.S. Central Command forces have been conducting a focused campaign against the Houthi terrorist group in Yemen since mid-March.


WTO reports increased technical assistance amid financial challenges

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has reported a notable increase in its technical assistance activities for 2024, delivering over 300 initiatives.



Microsoft releases Q3 fiscal year 2025 financial results

Microsoft Corp. has released its financial results for the third quarter of the 2025 fiscal year.


U.S. Embassy Guatemala announces Social Security services from May 19-22, 2025

The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala has announced that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will be visiting Guatemala City to provide services related to U.S. Social Security benefits.


Joint statement reaffirms commitment to peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

The governments of the United States, Democratic Republic of the Congo, France, Qatar, Rwanda, and Togo have issued a joint statement following a trilateral meeting held in Doha on March 18, 2025.


US aids Albania in strengthening cyber defense capabilities with new equipment and training

This April, the U.S. Embassy along with the U.S. European Command provided a significant boost to the cyber defense capabilities of the Albanian Armed Forces.


Chair calls for innovative approaches in agriculture talks ahead of MC14

The Chair of the Committee on Agriculture has called for innovative approaches to advance discussions on agriculture talks.


Morgan Stanley introduces NHPAF to offer private equity access to individual investors

Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) announced the debut of the North Haven Private Assets Fund (NHPAF).


U.S. supports Papua New Guinea's maritime readiness with Lombrum Naval Base projects

The United States is strengthening its maritime collaboration with Papua New Guinea (PNG) with the construction of two pivotal facilities at the Lombrum Naval Base.


FFSR Initiative plans meetings to tackle fossil fuel subsidies in 2025

Ambassador Clare Kelly from New Zealand, who serves as the coordinator for the Fossil Fuel Subsidy Reform (FFSR) Initiative, provided insights into the outcomes of an informal planning meeting held in March.