News from August 2025
U.S. Embassy warns of planned demonstration near Kuala Lumpur city center
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
A demonstration is planned for August 9, 2025, in the area near the National Mosque, Central Market, and Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur.
U.S. Embassy issues security alert ahead of FC Copenhagen vs Malmö FF match
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
Large crowds and heightened security are expected in Copenhagen on August 12, when FC Copenhagen faces Malmö FF at Parken Stadium.
NAB appoints Inder Singh as new chief financial officer
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
NAB has announced the appointment of Inder Singh as its new Group Chief Financial Officer and Group Executive, Strategy.
Fubon Financial recognized for parenting-friendly policies across subsidiaries
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings, along with its subsidiaries Fubon Life and Taipei Fubon Bank, received recognition at the second “Parenting-Friendly Enterprise Award” ceremony hosted by the Department of Labor of the Taipei City Government.
U.S. POW/MIA agency expands WWII recovery missions across Papua New Guinea
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
Teams from the United States Department of Defense Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Personnel Accounting Agency (DPAA) are currently operating in Papua New Guinea from July 12 to September 2025.
U.S. officials to offer social security services for citizens in Bolivia this September
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Bolivia in September 2025 to provide services for U.S. Social Security beneficiaries and those with questions about their benefits, according to an announcement from the U.S....
WTO revises up world merchandise trade growth forecast after US import surge
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
A recent surge in United States imports ahead of expected tariff increases has led to a more positive outlook for global trade growth in 2025, according to an updated forecast.
World Bank approves $350 million loan for El Salvador's fiscal stability and disaster readiness
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
The World Bank has approved a US$350 million loan to support El Salvador’s efforts to improve fiscal sustainability and increase its ability to respond to natural disasters and climate change.
World Bank details new suite of services aimed at strengthening global drought resilience
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
The World Bank has outlined a comprehensive set of drought services aimed at helping countries manage and reduce the risks associated with drought.
World Bank launches $700 million project targeting disaster-prone Filipino communities
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
Approximately 18 million households in the Philippines are set to benefit from new efforts aimed at reducing vulnerability to natural disasters, following the launch of the World Bank-supported Philippines Community Resilience Project, also known...
World Bank urges Mongolia to adopt fiscal reforms amid mining-driven economic boom
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
A new report from the World Bank recommends that Mongolia use its current mining-driven economic growth to implement fiscal reforms that could support long-term stability and development.
World Bank appoints Francisca Ayodeji Akala as new country manager for Uganda
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
The World Bank has appointed Francisca Ayodeji (Ayo) Akala as the new Country Manager for Uganda, effective August 1, 2025.
World Bank approves $30 million for Serbia’s tax administration modernization
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
The World Bank has approved additional funding of EUR 27.25 million ($30 million equivalent) to support Serbia's ongoing tax administration reforms.
U.S. Mission seeks conference facilities for disaster management training in Jinja
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
The U.S. Mission in Kampala has announced a request for vendors to provide conference facility services for a Disaster Management Training event scheduled to take place in Jinja, Uganda from September 7 to 12, 2025.
David Healy appointed as incoming president of Sun Life U.S.; Dan Fishbein to retire
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
David Healy has been named the incoming President of Sun Life U.S., effective September 1, 2025.
Meta collaborates with I.N Official for first AI-driven collection at Africa Fashion Week London
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
Meta and Nigerian designer Ifeanyi Nwune’s fashion house, I.N Official, are collaborating to launch the first AI-imagined fashion collection at Africa Fashion Week London.
Volkswagen donates €150K to support Auschwitz remembrance efforts
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
The Volkswagen Group has announced a donation of 150,000 euros to support the International Auschwitz Committee (IAC) and the International Youth Meeting Center (IYMC) in Oświęcim, Poland.
Ambassador Theriot welcomes new cohort at Peace Corps swearing-in ceremony
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
Ambassador Nicole D. Theriot delivered remarks at the swearing-in ceremony for the 36th group of Peace Corps Volunteers and the fourth group of Peace Corps Response Volunteers in Guyana on August 6, 2025.
U.S. Embassy Pristina issues alert ahead of veterans’ protest in city center
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
A protest organized by the KLA War Veterans Organization is planned to take place on August 7, 2025, at 17:00 in Skanderbeg Square, located on Mother Teresa Boulevard in Pristina.
Allianz reports strong Q3 results; maintains outlook for full-year targets
By Globe Banner | Aug 7, 2025
Allianz SE has reported strong results for the third quarter of 2025, stating that it remains on track to meet its full-year targets.