News from July 2025
Demonstration alert issued for Mexico City amid anti-gentrification protests
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Anti-gentrification demonstrations are expected in Mexico City on Saturday, July 26, starting at 2:00 p.m. Previous protests occurred in the Roma and Condesa neighborhoods on July 4 and the Tlalpan neighborhood on July 20.
IMF completes fifth review under extended credit facility with Zambia
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the Article IV Consultation and fifth review of Zambia's 38-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement.
U.S. Embassy honors Marshallese veterans aboard USS Cincinnati
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
On July 10, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Majuro hosted an event called “Stand and Defend” aboard the USS Cincinnati to honor Marshallese U.S. military veterans.
UK businesses express optimism towards government's industrial strategy
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Confidence in the UK Government's Industrial Strategy is high among businesses, according to recent research by Barclays.
Landau meets Japanese, Korean ministers to discuss trilateral partnership
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Landau met with Japanese Vice Foreign Minister Funakoshi Takehiro and Republic of Korea (ROK) First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoonjoo.
IMF completes Article IV consultation with Equatorial Guinea
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2025 Article IV Consultation with Equatorial Guinea.
Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program opens applications for Bosnian academics
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina has announced the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program competition for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Demonstration planned near U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on July 26
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
A demonstration is planned near the Kuala Lumpur City Center on July 26, 2025.
Swansea graduate overcomes adversity to achieve degree in Egyptology
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Karen, a 25-year-old from Neath, has achieved her dream of earning a degree in Egyptology and ancient history.
U.S Ambassador Huckabee visits Taybeh after acts against holy sites
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Thank you to the people of Taybeh for giving us the opportunity to come and see first-hand some of the things that have happened.
American Institute in Taiwan seeks bids for ZOLL AED Plus Defibrillators
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking quotations for new ZOLL AED Plus Defibrillators.
Demonstration alert issued for Mexico City; U.S. citizens advised caution
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Anti-gentrification demonstrations are expected to occur in Mexico City on Sunday, July 20, starting at 3:00 p.m. The demonstration will take place in Tlalpan, between Fuentes Brotantes and El Caminero.
Macquarie acquires full ownership of Erova Energy Group
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Macquarie, through its Commodities and Global Markets group, has agreed to acquire 100% of Erova Energy Group.
POSB national student savings drive surpasses halfway mark toward SGD 35 million target
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
More students in Singapore are saving money through the POSB Smart Buddy digital savings and payments programme, with an additional SGD 19 million set aside by primary and secondary students over the past year.
U.S. Department announces Amanda S. Jacobsen's extensive diplomatic experience
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Amanda S. Jacobsen is a seasoned member of the U.S. Department of State’s Senior Foreign Service.
IMF audit office releases second progress assessment on institutional safeguards
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Following the initial report from August 2024, the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Office of Internal Audit has published its second independent assessment regarding the Implementation Plan for recommendations from the 2022 Institutional...
World Bank reports on Angola's economic growth amid calls for financial inclusivity
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Angola has experienced its most significant economic growth since 2014, with a real GDP increase of 4.4% in 2024.
U.S. Embassy in Sweden offers Social Security assistance in Stockholm
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
A representative from the regional Federal Benefits Unit at the U.S. Embassy in Oslo will visit Stockholm on Monday, August 25, 2025, and Tuesday, August 26, 2025. U.S. citizens in Sweden needing assistance with Social Security matters are...
U.S. Embassy in Dili seeks supplier for new diesel generator
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dili has issued a request for quotations (RFQ) for the supply and delivery of a new diesel generator to replace its current equipment.
U.S. Department details North Korea-Russia military cooperation at United Nations
By Globe Banner | Jul 25, 2025
Today at the United Nations, Seth Bailey, Director for Korean and Mongolian Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, briefed UN member states on the first report by the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team (MSMT).