News from August 2025
Indonesian YSEALI fellows prepare for exchange programs in United States
By Globe Banner | Aug 2, 2025
Nearly 70 Indonesian participants are preparing to travel to the United States this fall as part of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI), a U.S. government-funded exchange program.
Amazon opens Stone Mountain fulfillment center for public tours
By E. I. Temple | Aug 1, 2025
Amazon has announced on Instagram that its 640,000-square-foot robotic fulfillment center in Stone Mountain, Georgia, is now open for public tours.
Joint Oversight Committee holds first meeting on DRC-Rwanda peace agreement
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda met in Washington, D.C. on July 31, 2025, for the first meeting of the Joint Oversight Committee established under their recently signed peace agreement.
U.S.-funded transparency project launched for Madagascar's extractive industries
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
Representatives from Madagascar’s Ministry of Mining and other stakeholders gathered for the official presentation of a new Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) website and data integration platform.
Allianz reports strong financial results and continued focus on sustainability
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
The Allianz Group, a major global insurer and asset manager, serves private and corporate customers in almost 70 countries.
Barclays withdraws from Net Zero Banking Alliance but maintains climate commitments
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
Barclays PLC has announced its decision to withdraw from the Net Zero Banking Alliance.
World Bank-backed project aims to boost resilience in southern Madagascar
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
In the southern regions of Androy and Anosy in Madagascar, local communities continue to face significant socio-economic and environmental difficulties.
U.S. Secretary of State extends congratulations for Swiss National Day
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
The U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a statement congratulating the people of Switzerland on their National Day, which is observed on August 1.
EBA releases stress test results showing resilience in Nordea's capital position
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
The European Banking Authority (EBA) has released the results of its EU-wide stress test, which examined how banks would respond to severe economic shocks between 2025 and 2027.
U.S.-Sri Lanka Business Council meeting highlights partnership opportunities amid trade changes
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
At the Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–USA Business Council held in Colombo, U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung addressed business leaders and officials, highlighting ongoing collaboration between the two countries.
U.S. Embassy partners with MCAST to launch Fulbright Specialist Program
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) have formalized a partnership to introduce the Fulbright Specialist Program at MCAST.
Study links longer schooling with reduced midlife hospital visits
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
A recent study published in the European Journal of Public Health has found a link between staying longer in school and fewer hospital visits during midlife.
Consortium led by Allianz and BlackRock completes acquisition of Viridium Group
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
A consortium of leading insurers and asset managers, including Allianz, BlackRock, Generali Financial Holdings, Hannover Re, and T&D Holdings, has finalized the acquisition of Viridium Group from Cinven.
Samsung partners with British brand Liberty for exclusive art store collection
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with British design house Liberty to introduce 20 of Liberty’s well-known designs to the Samsung Art Store.
U.S. Embassy in Guinea seeks bids for cafeteria service concession
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
The United States Embassy in Conakry, Guinea has issued an invitation for bids related to the operation of cafeteria services at its facility.
Allianz Group details global operations and financial performance for early 2025
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
The Allianz Group, a global insurer and asset manager, operates in nearly 70 countries and serves both private and corporate customers.
Societe Generale appoints Jerome Niddam as CEO for Asia Pacific
By Globe Banner | Aug 1, 2025
Jerome Niddam has been appointed Chief Executive Officer for Societe Generale Asia Pacific, replacing Cecile Bartenieff, who will become Head of Mobility and International Retail Banking & Financial Services.