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News from June 2025


IMF reviews Rwanda's economic performance under Policy Coordination Instrument

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the fifth review under the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) for Rwanda.


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Kyrgyz Republic amid global uncertainties

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2025 Article IV consultation with the Kyrgyz Republic, noting the country's strong economic performance amid global uncertainties.


Siemens aids Sachsenmilch with AI-driven predictive maintenance solutions

The production facility at Sachsenmilch in Leppersdorf is utilizing advanced technology to improve its maintenance operations.


Peace Corps welcomes 22 new environment volunteers in Zambia

Today, the U.S. government welcomed 22 new Peace Corps Volunteers in Lusaka, Zambia.


KfW reports rising business confidence among German SMEs

The latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer indicates a positive shift in business confidence among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), sparking hope for an economic turnaround.


Sun Life renews normal course issuer bid for early repurchase of common shares

Sun Life Financial Inc. has announced the early renewal of its normal course issuer bid (NCIB), which has received approval from both the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX).


Ed Short appointed head of digital at Arch Insurance International

Arch Insurance International has announced the appointment of Ed Short as Head of Digital.


U.S. Embassy hosts sports diplomacy brunch with Botswana volleyball community

On May 30, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Gaborone hosted a brunch event to celebrate a sports diplomacy exchange between Botswana and the United States.


U.S. Embassy in Burundi solicits air conditioner supply proposals

The U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura, Burundi, has announced a solicitation for the supply of air conditioners and other equipment under Solicitation ID PR15317404.


Siemens introduces new modular edge data center at Frankfurt event

As the demand for high-performance computing grows, Siemens, Cadolto, and Legrand have introduced a new modular edge data center.


Akiem orders additional Vectron Dual Mode locomotives from Siemens Mobility

Akiem, a prominent player in the European locomotive and passenger train leasing sector, has placed a firm order with Siemens Mobility for 10 Vectron Dual Mode locomotives.


Ashleigh Sears appointed head of alternative risk at Everest

Everest has announced the appointment of Ashleigh Sears as the Head of Alternative Risk and National Accounts Excess Casualty for North America Insurance.


Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship opens applications for 2026-2027 academic year

The United States Embassy in Pristina has announced the opening of applications for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Morgan Stanley releases June 2025 edition of The BEAT newsletter

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released its latest edition of The BEAT for June 2025, providing insights into the current investment environment.


CISM partners with Space Forge for advanced semiconductor technology

Under a new agreement, Space Forge, based in South Wales, will become the first incubation client at the Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM).


U.S. Embassy congratulates Liberia on UN Security Council election

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has extended congratulations to the Government and people of Liberia following their election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2026–2027 term.


U.S. commemorates Tiananmen Square Massacre on its 36th anniversary

The U.S. Department of State issued a statement on the eve of the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre, commemorating the events that unfolded in Beijing in 1989.


Langar Ota Complex reopens after U.S.-funded restoration

The Langar Ota Complex, a significant cultural and religious site in Uzbekistan's Kashkadarya province, has reopened after restoration efforts funded by the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation.


U.S.-funded research merges drones, AI, and tracking for conservation in Botswana

The U.S. Embassy’s Defense Attaché Office recently visited Professor Rodrigo S. Jamisola Jr. at the Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST) to evaluate the progress of a research project funded by the U.S. Army.


Cancer leads high-cost health claims; musculoskeletal conditions surge: Sun Life report

Sun Life, a prominent stop-loss provider for self-funded employers, has released its 13th annual high-cost claim and injectable drugs trend analysis.