News from August 2025
U.S. Ambassador delivers aid and meets leaders during Azuero region tour
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to Panama Kevin Marino Cabrera visited the Azuero region on August 14, 2025, where he met with government officials, local leaders, entrepreneurs, and students.
China challenges Canadian steel and aluminium measures at World Trade Organization
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
China has launched a dispute at the World Trade Organization (WTO) over Canadian surtaxes and quotas on steel and aluminium products.
Social Security Administration offers services at U.S. Embassy Sarajevo in September
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The Social Security Administration will offer services at the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo on September 18 and 19, 2025.
WTO extends registration deadline for 2025 Public Forum to August 28
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has extended the registration deadline for its 2025 Public Forum to August 28.
UOB launches five-year digital learning initiative for Indonesian students
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
UOB has announced a new partnership with Ruangguru, an Indonesian educational technology platform, to provide digital learning tools and skills training to 90,000 students in Indonesia over the next five years.
U.S. supports OAS roadmap prioritizing security measures in response to Haiti crisis
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The United States has expressed appreciation for the Organization of American States (OAS) and Secretary General Ramdin for their efforts in developing a draft roadmap aimed at promoting peace and stability in Haiti. U.S. representatives...
Morgan Stanley highlights bond market response amid changing U.S. policies
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Bond markets have responded to recent U.S. tariff and tax policy changes, with rates moving higher in July and credit sectors experiencing a rally.
Everest Group appoints Laura Hay to board as independent director
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Everest Group, Ltd. has announced the appointment of Laura Hay as an independent, non-executive member of its Board of Directors.
United States donates body armor for female peacekeepers to Ghana Armed Forces
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The United States government has provided the Ghana Armed Forces with women’s body armor valued at over $1 million.
U.S. Embassy issues health alert after Mozambique declares mpox outbreak
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique has issued a health alert following the Mozambican government’s declaration of an outbreak of mpox clade Ib.
U.S. and Vietnam celebrate 30 years of diplomatic relations with new logo and mascots
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The United States and Vietnam are marking 30 years of diplomatic relations in 2025.
Meta opens Kansas City data center with focus on clean energy and community grants
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Meta has announced that its Kansas City Data Center in Missouri is now operational and handling traffic.
U.S. donates body armor for female troops to Ghana Armed Forces
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The United States has donated personal protective equipment designed for female military personnel to the Ghana Armed Forces.
Port Reform Toolkit releases third edition addressing digitalization and sustainability challenges
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Ports are undergoing significant changes driven by shifts in the global economy, advances in technology, and environmental factors.
World Bank outlines sustainable development strategies for shipping industry
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Maritime transport is a key component of global trade, with over 80 percent of goods moved by sea.
World Bank grants $4 million for Indigenous-led forest conservation in Costa Rica
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The World Bank has approved a $4 million grant to Costa Rica aimed at increasing Indigenous Peoples' participation in forest conservation and improving their access to benefits from the Emission Reductions Program for Deforestation and Forest...
World Bank report highlights Zambia’s strategy for energy transition minerals
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Zambia's economy expanded by 4% in 2024, despite facing drought and power shortages.
World Bank grants $15 million to strengthen Marshall Islands’ public financial management
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
The World Bank has approved a US$15 million grant to assist the Republic of the Marshall Islands in strengthening its management of public funds and developing local financial expertise.
World Bank marks 75 years of partnership with Türkiye focusing on infrastructure and sustainability
By Globe Banner | Aug 20, 2025
Over the past 75 years, the World Bank and Türkiye have partnered to support development in the country.
World leaders meet at White House seeking progress toward Ukraine peace
By Globe Banner | Aug 19, 2025
As President Donald J. Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House, discussions focused on efforts to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.