News from July 2025
World Bank addresses gender gaps in global transport sector
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Women and men experience different challenges when using public transport, with women facing more barriers due to gender roles and stereotypes.
World Bank supports Azerbaijan's judicial modernization with $150 million funding
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Between 2014 and 2024, Azerbaijan made significant advancements in modernizing its judiciary system to improve access, transparency, and efficiency.
World Bank reports surge in global gas flaring undermining energy goals
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Global gas flaring has increased for the second consecutive year, resulting in approximately $63 billion worth of lost energy.
World Bank updates procurement rules to support local job creation
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
The World Bank has announced an update to its procurement requirements, aiming to address job challenges in developing countries.
World Bank-funded project transforms lives in rural Djibouti
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Mariam Housein, a resident of Ali-Addeh in Djibouti, shared the challenges her family faced due to limited educational facilities.
Vietnam targets high-income status by 2045 through institutional reform
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Viet Nam aims to become a high-income country by 2045, and a new report highlights the critical role of institutions in achieving this goal.
Molly L. Stephenson assumes deputy chief role at U.S. Embassy in Mozambique
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Molly L. Stephenson, a seasoned member of the Senior Foreign Service, began her role as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique on July 14, 2025.
U.S. Secretary of Defense meets with Philippine President to strengthen military ties
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
On July 21, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. to discuss the defense relationship between the United States and the Philippines.
U.S. Embassy seeks design services for office fit-out in Suva
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
The United States Government's Department of State, through its Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO), is seeking architectural and engineering services for a project at the U.S. Embassy in Suva, Fiji.
U.S.-Togo discussions explore business prospects at Port of Lom
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Chargé d’Affaires Richard C. Michaels recently met with the Port Autonome de Lomé (PAL) General Manager Rear Admiral Fogan Adegnon and Lomé Container Terminal (LCT) Deputy Director Youssef Masri to discuss potential business opportunities for U.S....
U.S. Embassy in Timor Leste announces live auction of government property
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
The U.S. Embassy is set to hold a live auction of used and excess U.S. Government property on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Secretary Rubio discusses energy security with Iraqi Prime Minister
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani, addressing recent attacks on energy infrastructure.
U.S. Embassy Belgrade to hold online IT equipment auction from July 30 to August 15
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade has announced it will hold an online auction for IT equipment.
Researchers map prehistoric spread of infectious diseases using ancient DNA
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Researchers have mapped a comprehensive catalogue of infectious diseases that affected prehistoric populations and continue to circulate today.
ANZ wins Canstar Small Business Bank of the Year for record tenth time
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
ANZ has been named Canstar’s Small Business Bank of the Year for the fourth year in a row, marking its tenth overall win.
Arbitrators issue award in EU-China intellectual property dispute
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
This is the second appeal arbitration conducted under the Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration Arrangement (MPIA), in which both China and the European Union are participants.
Health care stocks face challenges amid policy uncertainty
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Health care stocks have lagged behind the broader market in 2025, facing challenges from policy uncertainty and company-specific issues.
How ai may transform scientific research practices
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
If Moore’s Law continues as it has for the past 50 years, computing power will keep growing by a factor of 30 every decade.
J.P. Morgan advisors recognized among Barron's top 100 women financial advisors
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Seven advisors from J.P. Morgan Wealth Management have been recognized in Barron's annual list of the top 100 women financial advisors in the United States.
Activate Capital invests in XNRGY for data center cooling innovation
By Globe Banner | Jul 29, 2025
Activate Capital has announced a strategic investment in XNRGY Climate Systems, a North American manufacturer of sustainable air handling and liquid cooling technologies.