News from April 2025
WTO urges timely subsidy notifications amid ongoing transparency discussions
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The recent discussions at the Subsidies Committee highlighted ongoing concerns about transparency among World Trade Organization (WTO) members.
EU and World Bank partner to strengthen fiscal governance in the Western Balkans
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Public finances in the Western Balkans experienced significant strain during the COVID-19 crisis, necessitating efforts to reduce public debt while continuing to encourage economic recovery.
Morocco takes steps to improve maternal and child health in rural areas
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Morocco has made significant strides in reducing maternal, neonatal, and child mortality rates over the past few decades.
World Bank backs Rio Grande do Sul climate resilience project with $359.6 million
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The World Bank's Board of Directors has approved a project aimed at aiding Rio Grande do Sul to handle extreme weather events and optimize public resource management.
U.S. and Guatemala collaborate on cybersecurity review discovering threats linked to China
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The Government of Guatemala, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense, has concluded a joint cybersecurity review of Guatemalan government networks.
2025 West Africa Logistics Conference to be hosted in Liberia for the first time
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The upcoming 2025 West Africa Logistics Conference (WALC) is set to be hosted in Liberia for the first time, marking a step forward in efforts to enhance regional collaboration and logistics capabilities in West Africa.
Trade finance report underscores barriers and solutions in Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has emphasized the importance of trade finance, often overlooked as a driving force behind foreign trade.
World Bank urges action to increase Dominican women's role in STEM fields
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Digital technologies are rapidly altering the global landscape, yet many Dominican girls and women remain underrepresented in fields like technology, science, mathematics, and engineering.
U.S. and Brazil deepen collaboration against transnational crime with new agreement
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Brazilian Federal Police (PF) have formally agreed to expand their collaboration in fighting transnational crime.
Learned Society of Wales inducts seven Swansea University Fellows
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The Learned Society of Wales has announced the election of seven new Fellows from Swansea University.
U.S. Embassy supports Kyrgyz teachers with training and development initiative
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
April 29, 2025, Bishkek – The U.S. Embassy-funded 2025 Next Generation Education (NextGenEd) teacher training program commenced this month in the Kyrgyz Republic.
U.S. Embassy congratulates Brice Oligui Nguema on Gabon presidency after April election
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has extended congratulations to President-elect Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on winning the recent presidential election in Gabon.
Tender invitation by U.S. Embassy in Windhoek for HVAC installation
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The United States Embassy in Windhoek has announced an invitation to tender for the supply and installation of HVAC equipment at its old building.
UN Security Council debates role of Hamas and Iran in Middle East instability
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot and Secretary-General Guterres participated in a United Nations Security Council open debate on the Middle East situation.
HSBC reports decline in profits for Q1 2025 amid business disposals
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
HSBC Holdings plc announced its financial performance for the first quarter of 2025.
Demonstration set for April 30 at U.S. Consulate in Sandton
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
A demonstration is planned to occur at the U.S. Consulate in Sandton, South Africa, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
US Government issues RFQ for MSG cook service
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The United States Government has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for MSG cook service, identified under the number 19BA3025Q0002.
Professional Fellows Program fosters cross-cultural leadership exchange
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
The Professional Fellows Program (PFP) for the Middle East and North Africa, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, aims to foster mutual understanding and enhance leadership skills among mid-level emerging leaders.
Mandela Washington fellow awarded grant for solar energy project in Niger
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Niamey, Niger – The U.S. Embassy in Niger has announced that Mahamadou Salissou Amadou Abdou, a Mandela Washington Fellow, has been awarded a Catalyst Grant.
U.S. Embassy in Singapore seeks bids for cafeteria services
By Globe Banner | Apr 29, 2025
Prospective providers have been invited to submit tenders for the role of cafeteria concessionaire at the Embassy of the United States of America in Singapore.