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News from June 2025


Energy efficiency initiative transforms Mexican municipalities and hospitals

The Mexico Energy Efficiency in Public Facilities (PRESEMEH) project, launched in 2016 and concluded in 2023, aimed to enhance energy efficiency across Mexican municipalities and hospitals.


World Bank approves $400M road improvement project in rural Guatemala

The World Bank Group has approved a significant project aimed at enhancing road infrastructure in Guatemala.


U.S. celebrates Independence Day marking historic declaration

Independence Day, known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday in the United States.


Asteroid named after pioneering female astronomer Annie Walker

An asteroid has been named in honor of Annie Walker, a Victorian-era astronomer whose contributions at the University of Cambridge have been recognized over a century later.



Jumbotail acquires Solv India from SC Ventures

SC Ventures, a unit of Standard Chartered focused on innovation and investment in new ventures, has sold its incubated company Solv India to Jumbotail.


U.S. reiterates commitment to combating global human trafficking at multistakeholder hearing

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Everest Group releases 2024 global loss triangles

Everest Group, Ltd., a leader in global underwriting, has announced the publication of its Global Loss Triangles for the year ending December 31, 2024.


U.S. extends wishes on DRC's 65th independence anniversary

On behalf of the United States, a message of goodwill was extended to the Congolese people and their government on the 65th anniversary of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's independence.


U.S.'s international investment deficit narrows in first quarter of 2025

The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released new statistics on the U.S. net international investment position for the first quarter of 2025, reporting a deficit of $24.61 trillion.


WTO conducts trade policy review for Norway

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released documents pertaining to the trade policy review of Norway.


U.S. declines support for UN wildlife trafficking resolution

The United States has expressed its gratitude to Germany and Gabon for their leadership in the fight against wildlife trafficking.


Warburg Pincus partners with leaders for new CFO advisory firm

Warburg Pincus has announced a partnership with Marissa Thomas and Steve Varley to launch Unity Advisory, a new CFO advisory firm.


U.S. votes no on UN resolution focused on ocean conservation

On June 30, 2025, during a plenary meeting on the agenda item "Our ocean, our future: united for urgent action," the United States representative expressed gratitude to the co-facilitators of the resolution.


US Embassy seeks quotes for DHS/ICE cleaning services in Santo Domingo

The Embassy of the United States in Santo Domingo is inviting vendors to submit quotes for a request concerning cleaning services.


Sinopec awarded for technological innovation at ESG conference

Sinopec has been recognized with the "Best Practice for Technological Innovation" award at the 2nd Sino-European Corporate ESG Best Practice Conference held on June 26 in Stuttgart.


U.S. Acting Consul General highlights economic ties with Nigeria at Independence Day event

Acting Consul General JoEllen Gorg addressed attendees at the 249th U.S. Independence Day celebration held at the U.S. Consul General’s Residence in Lagos on June 30, 2025.


Pramipexole shows promise against treatment-resistant depression

In a significant clinical trial, the drug pramipexole has been shown to be more effective than a placebo in reducing symptoms of treatment-resistant depression (TRD) when used alongside ongoing antidepressant medication.


IMF completes second review under credit facility arrangement for Togo

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the second review of Togo's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.


David Flandro discusses emerging risks and ILS at Insurtech Insights USA

David Flandro, Head of Industry Analysis and Strategic Advisory at Howden Re, spoke with Lori Chordas from AM Best TV before his panel at the Insurtech Insights USA 2025 conference.