News from December 2025
Bosnia faces pressure over energy security as U.S.-backed pipeline gains support
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Bosnia and Herzegovina is facing important decisions regarding its energy future as it remains fully dependent on Russian gas, a supply that has become increasingly unreliable.
WTO releases documents for Thailand's latest trade policy review
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents related to the latest Trade Policy Review of Thailand.
Macquarie Group completes sale of asset management business in North America and Europe
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Macquarie Asset Management, a division of Macquarie Group, has finalized the sale of its North American and European public investments business to Nomura for about A$2.8 billion.
Special Envoy Sergio Gor named co-chair of new U.S.–Uzbekistan business council
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
The United States has announced that Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gor, will act as the U.S. co-chair of the newly formed U.S.–Uzbekistan Business and Investment Council.
U.S. Ambassadors Fund supports preservation of Vietnamese cultural heritage
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Since its establishment in 2001 by Congress, the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) has provided support for the conservation of cultural heritage worldwide.
U.S. Consulate General Monterrey issues warning after robberies on highway 85D
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Several recent robberies have occurred on highway 85D in Nuevo León, Mexico, according to the U.S. Consulate General in Monterrey.
American Councils and Romanian ministry sign co-financing deal for FLEX student exchange
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
American Councils for International Education and the Romanian Ministry of Education and Research have signed a new co-financing agreement to support the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) program for the 2026–2027 academic year.
U.S. Department of State warns public against Diversity Visa 2027 scams
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has issued a warning about misinformation regarding the Diversity Visa (DV) 2027 program.
Chairman of Joint Chiefs Gen. Dan Caine to meet Trinidad and Tobago’s prime minister
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine is scheduled to visit Trinidad and Tobago on November 25, 2025.
B-1 visas available for specialized foreign workers installing or servicing industrial equipment in U.S
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Specialized workers seeking to travel to the United States for the purpose of installing, servicing, or repairing commercial or industrial equipment purchased from companies outside the U.S. may be eligible for a B-1 visa.
United States and Ukraine report progress in Geneva peace talks
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Representatives from the United States and Ukraine held talks in Geneva on November 23, 2025, to discuss a U.S. peace proposal.
Geneva talks mark progress toward Ukraine peace agreement
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Secretary Rubio, Special Envoy Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Secretary Driscoll met with the Ukrainian delegation in Geneva to discuss the latest draft agreements as part of ongoing peace talks.
U.S. Consulate General offers citizen services in Vilcabamba on December 16
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Representatives from the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil will visit Vilcabamba on December 16, 2025, to provide services for American citizens.
Federal ministry and KfW resume subsidised loans for efficiency house construction
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
The Federal Ministry for Housing, Urban Development and Building and KfW have announced a new initiative to address the backlog in residential construction across Germany.
KfW Research urges reforms to boost industry competitiveness and foster innovation
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Germany needs to explore new economic sectors and increase local investment by private capital, according to a recent study presented by Dr Dirk Schumacher, Chief Economist of KfW.
KfW reports €12.9 billion in green bonds issued in 2023 with major CO2 savings
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
KfW has published its Green Bond Impact Report for 2023, detailing the results of all 22 green bond issuances, including re-openings, from that year.
Standard Chartered partners with Bupa Global and WHOOP on new client wellness program
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Standard Chartered has announced new partnerships with Bupa Global and WHOOP as part of a health and wellness initiative aimed at its affluent clients in Hong Kong, Singapore, and India.
Siemens unveils autonomous time sync tech for secure digital substations
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Siemens has announced a new time synchronization technology designed to improve the reliability and security of digital substations.
Siemens Mobility wins contract to install digital train control system in Chile
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Siemens Mobility has secured a contract from EFE Trenes de Chile, the national railway operator, to implement the European Train Control System Level 2 (ETCS L2) in Chile.
KfW resumes grant funding for municipal energy-efficient urban rehabilitation
By Globe Banner | Dec 1, 2025
Municipalities in Germany can now access renewed funding for energy-efficient urban rehabilitation, following the relaunch of a KfW programme under improved terms.