News from June 2025
Nogales Consulate seeks bids for water treatment plant equipment
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Nogales is seeking proposals from responsible offerors for two specific projects related to their water treatment plant.
U.S., UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt discuss Sudan conflict resolution
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos held a meeting with ambassadors from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt in Washington, DC.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation mission in Malawi
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Justin Tyson, concluded its 2025 Article IV consultation mission to Malawi on June 3.
IMF reviews Rwanda's economic performance under Policy Coordination Instrument
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The production facility at Sachsenmilch in Leppersdorf is utilizing advanced technology to improve its maintenance operations.
Consular officer to offer limited services in British Virgin Islands
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
A Consular Officer from the U.S. Embassy is scheduled to visit the British Virgin Islands on June 12, 2025, to process applications for U.S. passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad.
Peace Corps welcomes 22 new environment volunteers in Zambia
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Today, the U.S. government welcomed 22 new Peace Corps Volunteers in Lusaka, Zambia.
World Bank prioritizes local job creation at 2025 Spring Meetings
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The World Bank emphasized job creation as a central strategy during the 2025 Spring Meetings.
KfW reports rising business confidence among German SMEs
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
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.
IMF approves $58M disbursement for Central African Republic after completing reviews
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the third and fourth reviews of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement for the Central African Republic (CAR).
Morgan Stanley releases June 2025 edition of The BEAT newsletter
By Globe Banner | Jun 4, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released its latest edition of The BEAT for June 2025, providing insights into the current investment environment.