News from April 2025
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright visits Qatar to strengthen energy partnerships
By Globe Banner | Apr 20, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright recently visited Qatar from April 16 to 17 on his first official international trip.
U.S. Embassy celebrates 10th anniversary of Maker Faire Cairo
By Globe Banner | Apr 19, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo took part in celebrating the 10th anniversary of Maker Faire Cairo.
U.S. congressional delegation wraps up Taiwan visit
By Globe Banner | Apr 19, 2025
A U.S. congressional delegation led by Senator Pete Ricketts concluded a visit to Taiwan from April 16 to 19, 2025, as part of a broader tour of the Indo-Pacific region.
US extends Easter greetings to Christians worldwide
By Globe Banner | Apr 19, 2025
As Christians worldwide mark Holy Week and celebrate Easter, the United States has extended greetings to Christians globally.
BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by edelraum.net
By Globe Banner | Apr 19, 2025
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning concerning the website edelraum.net, which is reportedly offering financial, investment, and crypto asset services without the necessary authorization.
UN addresses Libya's security, economic challenges
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
John Kelley, the Acting U.S. Alternate Representative, delivered remarks at a UN Security Council briefing on Libya.
US Government outlines SAM registration requirements for contractors and vendors
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The U.S. Government has issued new guidelines for contractors and vendors engaged in procurement activities.
Birth certificate acquisition aids Cameroon's students in pursuing higher education
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The school year of 2023-2024 concluded positively for around 60,000 final-year primary students in Cameroon as they were able to acquire their birth certificates, referred to as the "first diploma" in their lives.
Rubio addresses U.S. involvement in Ukraine crisis and Iran nuclear negotiations
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the press regarding the conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing that it is not the United States’ war, despite the nation's involvement in facilitating support and seeking a resolution.
Trump terminates NCUA Board members Harper and Otsuka
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has announced the termination of two NCUA Board members, Todd Harper and Tanya Otsuka, whose positions were ended by President Donald J. Trump on April 17.
Secretary Rubio discusses peace prospects with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in conversations with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, according to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
United States and Slovenia host PSI Balkans meeting to combat WMD proliferation
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) Balkans Regional Engagement, co-hosted by the United States and Slovenia from April 14-16, 2025, took place in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
IMF team discusses future cooperation during visit to Mozambique
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team conducted a visit to Maputo, Mozambique, from February 19 to March 4, 2025.
U.S. and Congo discuss cooperation and global issues in Brazzaville meeting
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
On March 31, 2025, a meeting took place between the United States Ambassador to the Republic of the Congo, Eugene Young, and Ambassador Guy Nestor Itoua, Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Francophonie, and Congolese Abroad.
World Bank supports sustainable finance initiative for MSMEs in Kyrgyz Republic
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
Washington—On April 18, 2025, the World Bank's Board of Executive Directors approved $120 million for a project aimed at developing a sustainable finance market for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Job creation in East Asia and Pacific: an urgent and strategic mission
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
As day breaks over the Philippines’ terraced rice fields, farmers prepare their harvests for transportation on recently completed farm-to-market roads.
US sends greetings to Christians worldwide during Holy Week and Easter
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
As the global observance of Holy Week unfolds, the United States has conveyed its greetings to Christians worldwide.
Colombian economy expands but faces fiscal challenges amid global risks
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
A staff team from Washington, D.C., has been engaging with Colombian authorities as part of the 2025 Article IV consultation, with visits to Bogotá occurring in February and early April.
Sinopec showcases products at Automechanika Astana 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
Sinopec Lubricant Co. and Sinopec Fuel Oil Sales recently took part in Automechanika Astana 2025.
IMF team concludes 2025 Article IV consultations with Nigeria
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Axel Schimmelpfennig, IMF mission chief for Nigeria, carried out discussions in Lagos and Abuja from April 2 to 15, 2025, for the 2025 Article IV Consultations with Nigeria.