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News from August 2025


U.S. delivers over 167,000 pounds of food aid to Panama under Denton Program

A U.S. Air Force C-5 Super Galaxy aircraft delivered more than 167,000 pounds of food to Panama on August 30 as part of the Denton Program, a humanitarian initiative that uses military aircraft to transport privately donated relief supplies when...


U.S. Embassy warns of road closures near protest sites in Central Jakarta

Roads near Brimob Senen in Central Jakarta were closed on the morning of August 31, 2025, due to active protests in the area.


Johnson & Johnson reports long-term survival benefit for Impella CP after heart attack

New long-term data from the DanGer Shock randomized controlled trial, presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress and published in The New England Journal of Medicine, show that routine use of the Impella CP heart pump in patients who...


United States congratulates Malaysia on its 68th Independence Day

On August 30, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended congratulations to Malaysia on the occasion of its 68th Independence Day, which is observed on August 31.


U.S. Embassy Madagascar announces online sealed bid auction set for early September

The U.S. Embassy in Madagascar has announced an online sealed bid auction for a variety of items, including office and residential furniture, appliances, motorcycles, a generator, computer equipment, and miscellaneous goods.


U.S. Embassy warns of possible unrest during planned MCP rally in Lilongwe

President Lazarus Chakwera and the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) are expected to hold a major rally at Chilimampunga Ground in Mtandire, Lilongwe, on Sunday, August 31.


U.S. Embassy warns citizens amid ongoing protests in Central Jakarta

Protests were reported on the morning of August 30, 2025, in Central Jakarta.


IMF completes annual economic review with Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Bosnia and Herzegovina, following discussions held on August 27, 2025.


Ncua liquidates members first of maryland federal credit union; aberdeen proving ground assumes accounts

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has liquidated Members First of Maryland Federal Credit Union, located in Baltimore, Maryland.


United States joins Japan and South Korea in talks on North Korean cyber threats

Officials from the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea met in Tokyo on August 27 and 28 for the fourth session of their Trilateral Diplomatic Working Group.


IMF board reviews challenges facing Hungarian economy during annual consultation

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Hungary.


Demonstration expected near Grahadi Building prompts alert from U.S. Consulate General Surabaya

Demonstrations are expected to occur near the Grahadi Building in downtown Surabaya on August 29, 2025.


Meta partners with Reliance Industries Limited on enterprise AI solutions for Indian market

Meta has announced plans to form a joint venture with Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) to develop enterprise AI solutions for Indian businesses.


U.S. Embassy in Budapest seeks hotel bids for October 2025 conference

The U.S. Embassy in Budapest has announced a request for hotel services to provide both a conference room and accommodation for 20 people.


NCUA bars two former credit union employees following consent-based prohibition orders

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced the issuance of two consent-based prohibition orders in August 2025.


IMF reviews Mozambique’s economic recovery efforts during August visit

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Pablo Lopez Murphy visited Mozambique from August 21 to 29, holding discussions with government officials on the country’s economic and financial situation.


U.S. Embassy issues alert ahead of planned DPP rally in Lilongwe

A large political rally organized by former President Peter Mutharika and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is set to take place at Chilimampunga Ground, Mtandire in Lilongwe on Saturday, August 30.


U.S personal income rises 0.4% as consumer spending grows in July

Personal income in the United States rose by $112.3 billion, or 0.4 percent at a monthly rate, in July 2025, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) on August 29.


China Construction Bank posts stable growth for first half of fiscal year

China Construction Bank (CCB) reported its operating results for the first half of 2025, highlighting stable growth in key financial indicators and a continued focus on quality and efficiency.


U.S. Embassy warns of potential protests in Jakarta on August 29

Demonstrations are expected to occur in Jakarta on August 29, 2025, with possible locations including Brimob Senen in Central Jakarta, Polda Metro Jaya in South Jakarta City, and the Parliament Building on Jalan Jenderal Gatot Subroto.