News from April 2025
US Embassy in Santo Domingo requests bids for communications equipment RFQ
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The United States Embassy in Santo Domingo is inviting bids for a request for quotation (RFQ) related to communications radios and accessories, identified as PR15267481.
World Bank initiatives enhance focus on indigenous peoples in the Philippines
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The World Bank has introduced its Indigenous Peoples Engagement Strategy to enhance the visibility of Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in the Philippines, aiming to increase awareness of their development challenges and improve social inclusion.
U.S. Embassy Windhoek invites bids for residential property repair and readying
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek has announced a call for tenders for the readying and repair work of a residential property.
U.S. congratulates Senegal on 65th Independence Day, pledges continued partnership
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
On April 4, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement congratulating Senegal on its 65th Independence Day.
IMF wraps up mission, discusses reforms and risks with Guinea Bissau authorities
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed its mission to Guinea Bissau, according to a statement on April 11, 2025.
Goods Council discusses trade tensions, appoints new chair
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The Council for Trade in Goods (CTG) recently convened to address an array of specific trade concerns, with four new issues making their debut at the meeting.
Secretary Rubio and Finnish minister discuss European security and peace in Ukraine
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently met with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen in Washington, D.C. Secretary Rubio expressed his appreciation for "Finland’s contributions to European security, its decision to increase defense spending,...
Fulbright ARSP offers grants to Senegalese faculty for 2026-2027
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The Fulbright African Research Scholar Program (ARSP), funded by the U.S. State Department, will soon offer new opportunities for faculty members from universities or research institutes in Senegal.
IMF team concludes visit to Sri Lanka, discusses economic reforms and challenges
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, under the leadership of Evan Papageorgiou, concluded a visit to Colombo, Sri Lanka, from April 3 to April 11, 2025.
Joint statement supports South Sudan peace efforts amid continued violence
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The Embassies of France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, alongside the Delegation of the European Union, have voiced their concern over ongoing politically fueled violence in South Sudan.
WTO concludes training on trade in services for acceding governments in Geneva
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Representatives from the governments of Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belarus, Bhutan, Curaçao, Ethiopia, Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan recently concluded a training course on trade in services in Geneva.
IMF concludes 2025 Article IV consultation with Mauritius
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Mariana Colacelli, conducted an Article IV Consultation in Mauritius from March 31 to April 11, 2025.
Social security administration details benefit payments and legal provisions updates
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) in Santo Domingo has announced a procedure to address suspended benefits for those who did not receive their February payment.
IMF reviews Andorra's robust economic performance and future challenges
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed its Article IV consultation with the Principality of Andorra.
New members join Meta board for strategic leadership
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Meta is set to expand its board of directors with the addition of Patrick Collison and Dina Powell McCormick, effective April 15.
Consular services for U.S. citizens coming to Maringá in April
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Staff from the U.S. Consulate General in Sao Paulo will visit Maringá, Paraná, on Wednesday, April 23.
World Bank Group announces $12 billion initiative for Argentina's economic reform
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The World Bank Group has unveiled a US$12 billion support package for Argentina as part of the country's economic reform efforts.
American Institute in Taiwan opens solicitation for web hosting services
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to provide web hosting, mail, and newsletter services.
Morgan Stanley to discuss Q1 2025 results on April 11
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Morgan Stanley will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2025 results on April 11, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. (ET).
U.S. Navy engages VIT students in joint exercise Tiger Triumph 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 11, 2025
Seventeen crew members of the U.S. Navy's P-8A Poseidon aircraft met with students from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) University in Tamil Nadu on April 10, as a part of the Tiger Triumph 2025 joint military exercise.