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News from February 2025


U.S.: Bold thinking needed for Gaza's future amid ongoing Middle East tensions

The United Nations Security Council recently held a briefing on the situation in the Middle East, where various issues were discussed.


KfW predicts German GDP contraction amid economic stagnation

KfW Research has revised its forecast for Germany's economic performance in 2025, predicting a contraction of 0.2 percent in the country's gross domestic product (GDP).


Rubio congratulates Estonia on 107th Independence Day

On February 24, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended his congratulations to Estonia on the occasion of its 107th Independence Day.


Secondhand clothing vendors protest en route to Malawi's Parliament

An estimated 5,000 individuals are participating in a demonstration in Lilongwe, Malawi.


USDA leads trade mission to strengthen ties in Central America

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is set to lead a trade mission to Guatemala City, Guatemala, from March 3-7, aiming to enhance trade relations and boost U.S. agricultural exports throughout Central America.


World Bank stresses need for structural reforms in Madagascar's economy

Madagascar's economy is showing signs of recovery, but growth remains uneven and insufficient to significantly enhance living standards.


Standard Chartered adopts new sustainable trade finance principles from ICC

Standard Chartered has announced its adoption of the International Chamber of Commerce's (ICC) recently published Principles for Sustainable Trade Finance.


U.S embassy offers remote services in Davao City on March 25

The U.S. Embassy's American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit and representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will be visiting Davao City, Philippines, on March 25, 2025.


World Bank supports Iraq with $18.5M project to manage pollution

The World Bank has approved an $18.5 million project to assist Iraq in reducing environmental and health risks associated with Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and other chemical pollution hotspots.


Macquarie Asset Management acquires controlling interest in Galehead Development

Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) has announced the acquisition of the remaining controlling interests in Galehead Development from Galehead Founders.


Report highlights gender equality challenges across Latin America

The Latin America and the Caribbean Country Gender Scorecards offer a detailed analysis of gender equality across 11 key areas.


World Bank reports on Madagascar's economic recovery amid ongoing challenges

The World Bank has released its Madagascar Economic Update, titled "Bridging the Productivity Divide," which provides an analysis of recent economic developments and a medium-term outlook for the country.


Demonstrations planned across Greece on anniversary of Tempi train disaster

Strikes and demonstrations are set to occur in Greece on February 28, 2025, marking the two-year anniversary of the Tempi train disaster.


Hawaii Air Guard partners with Indonesian Air Force for refueling training

Hawaii Air National Guard personnel from the 154th Wing recently engaged in air-to-air refueling exercises with the Indonesian Air Force.


U.S. Embassy in Budapest seeks fuel supplier for vehicle fleet

The United States Embassy in Budapest is seeking a contractor to supply fuel for its fleet of 44 vehicles.


Vice President JD Vance: From Ohio roots to national leadership

Vice President JD Vance has a multifaceted background as a U.S. military veteran, investor, best-selling author, and former U.S. senator from Ohio.


U.S. Embassy in Freetown announces online auction dates for March

The U.S. Embassy in Freetown is organizing an online auction, offering a range of items including generators, IT equipment, household furniture, and appliances.


US Embassy seeks tire supplier for vehicles

The Embassy of the United States in Guinea has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for tires intended for its vehicles.


CZ on Hong Kong crypto: 'The regulators approved the BNB listing'

Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, co-founder of Binance, a global cryptocurrency exchange, announced that BNB was listed on a Hong Kong exchange with regulatory approval.


Bybit security breach leads to $1.46B crypto theft

Bybit has announced that an Ethereum cold wallet was compromised in a sophisticated attack, leading to the theft of cryptocurrency.