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News from July 2025


Peace Corps Vietnam seeks training venue through request for quotations

Peace Corps/Vietnam is seeking a venue for Pre-service Training and has issued a request for fixed-price quotations.


Cruise passengers advised to carry passports even on closed-loop sailings

Planning a cruise involves several considerations, and one important aspect is whether to bring a passport.


U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo seeks bids for pool maintenance services

The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo has issued a request for quotes (RFQ) for swimming pool maintenance services for the period of 2025-2026.


Social Security Administration to provide in-person services in South Korea

Representatives from the Social Security Administration's Federal Benefits Unit in Manila will be visiting South Korea to provide services on specific dates.


U.S. Embassy seeks bids for gym equipment maintenance in Bujumbura

The U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura has issued a solicitation for gym equipment maintenance services under Solicitation ID PR15273195.


Teacher completes study program in Massachusetts

Kolonia, July 21, 2025— Pearcylita D. Cubacub, a math and science teacher at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic High School, participated in the U.S. Department of State’s Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) program from May 31 to July 5 at the Institute...


U.S. Embassy Nassau seeks proposals for groundskeeping services

The U.S. Embassy in Nassau has announced a request for proposals from qualified suppliers to provide groundskeeping services.


U.S. Embassy seeks bids for janitorial and landscaping services in northern Namibia

The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek is seeking proposals from qualified companies for janitorial and landscaping services at three CDC field offices located in northern Namibia: Oshakati, Katima Mulilo, and Rundu.


U.S. Embassy in Namibia seeks bids for security grille installation

The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek has issued a solicitation for offers from qualified companies to manufacture, supply, and install security grilles at a residence located at 12 Dennis Shepherd Street, Windhoek.


U.S. Embassy seeks bids for janitorial and landscaping services in Windhoek

The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek has announced an invitation to tender for janitorial and landscaping services at the CDC's field office in Windhoek.


DEA conducts narcotics investigation training for Indonesian officials

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently conducted a Narcotics Investigations Course in Balige, North Sumatra, from July 15 to 18.


Moldova hosts Fire Shield 25 with international military collaboration

A decade of efforts to enhance regional stability and international partnerships will continue this August with the launch of Fire Shield 25.


U.S. rejects WHO amendments citing national sovereignty concerns

Today, the United States officially rejected the 2024 amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) of 2005.


US Embassy in Tunisia seeks contractors for cell phone services

Please find attached Solicitation No.19TS8025Q0005 regarding the Telephone Mobile Services for US Embassy Tunis, Tunisia.


U.S. Embassy warns of potential unrest during Bolivia's national elections

National elections are scheduled to occur in Bolivia on Sunday, August 17, 2025.


U.S. allocates Php13.8 million for disaster response in Philippines

Manila, July 25, 2025—The U.S. government has announced a funding initiative of approximately Php13.8 million ($250,000) to aid the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in supporting the Philippine government's response to severe weather...


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with UK: Economic outlook assessed

On July 21, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its Article IV Consultation with the United Kingdom.


U.S. Embassy in Manama seeks proposals for cargo vehicle purchase

The U.S. Embassy in Manama is seeking competitive proposals for the purchase of a new cargo vehicle.


Senegal joins international coalition for peaceful space exploration

Senegal has joined the Artemis Accords, an international coalition focused on peaceful and sustainable space exploration.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks bids for toilet remodel project

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to undertake a construction service project for remodeling toilets at its Kaohsiung Office.