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News from June 2025


U.S.-funded program helps Sri Lankan students graduate with enhanced skills

On June 9, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka marked the graduation of 90 secondary school students from Jaffna, Trincomalee, and Nuwara Eliya.


US prepares for FIFA Club World Cup ahead of co-hosting Men’s World Cup

The United States is set to host the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, bringing together some of the world's top soccer teams for matches scheduled from June 14 to July 13.


World Bank approves $350M package for Greater Casablanca rail transformation

The World Bank has approved a $350 million financing package for the Greater Casablanca Mobility and Logistics Hub.


Cambridge partners with DSIT on new Spärck AI Scholarships

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has announced the launch of the Spärck AI Scholarships.


Investment firm backs tech platform transforming credit market

Over the past four decades, capital markets have experienced significant transformations as technology modernized many asset classes.


U.S. suspends visa issuance for nationals from 19 countries under new proclamation

The United States has announced the suspension of visa issuance for nationals from 19 countries, effective June 9, 2025.


Oxford's Nipah virus vaccine receives EMA PRIME designation

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has granted the Oxford vaccine against the Nipah virus a PRIME designation.


Investment experts stress sticking with proven strategies amid market volatility

In a recent analysis, investment professionals discussed the challenges of managing portfolios amidst market volatility.


U.S. Embassy announces auction for furniture and shipping containers

The U.S. Embassy is organizing an auction that features furniture and shipping containers.


U.S. reaffirms support for IAEA technical cooperation at Vienna meeting

The United States has reiterated its commitment to the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) Technical Cooperation Program during a meeting of the IAEA Board of Governors in Vienna, Austria.


IMF reaches staff-level agreement on fifth review with Zambia

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.


Barclays launches London innovation hub with Microsoft and NVIDIA

Barclays has unveiled a new Innovation Hub in London, collaborating with technology giants Microsoft and NVIDIA.


U.S., Brazil renew cooperation on criminal investigation

The U.S. Consulate General in Recife and the Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte (MPRN) have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding for technical cooperation in criminal investigation.


Randal K. Quarles appointed by FSB to lead G20 strategic review

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has appointed Randal K. Quarles to lead a strategic review group tasked by the G20.


U.S. Embassy issues alert for planned protest in Monrovia

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has issued a demonstration alert regarding a planned protest by the Congress for Democratic Change (CDC).


U.S.-Vietnam fellowship applications open for promising leaders

The U.S. Mission in Vietnam has opened the application process for the 2026-2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.


Sun Life partners with Wellthy on end-of-life planning services

Sun Life U.S., a prominent group benefits provider, has announced a partnership with Wellthy, a care concierge platform.


U.S. Embassy Port of Spain announces SSA service visit dates

The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has provided information for individuals in Trinidad and Tobago experiencing issues with their U.S. Social Security retirement benefits.


Cambridge partners with DSIT to launch Spärck AI Scholarships

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has announced the Spärck AI Scholarships, a new initiative to support the next generation of AI leaders.


Earthquake measuring 6.3 strikes Cundinamarca, Colombia

According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck Cundinamarca, Colombia at 8:08 a.m. local time on June 8, 2025.