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News from June 2025


U.S. eases sanctions on Syria following historic meeting

The United States has announced a significant shift in its approach towards Syria, marking a new era in bilateral relations.


U.S.-Slovakia ties celebrated at Independence Day event

Ambassador Gautam Rana, representing the United States Embassy in Slovakia, addressed guests at an Independence Day celebration marking the 249th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.


US Embassy Nassau seeks proposals for relocation services

The United States Embassy in Nassau has announced a commercial opportunity for domestic move and relocation services.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks maintenance service provider for fuel management system

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to provide preventive maintenance services for the Fuel Management System at AIT Taipei, Taiwan.


Book explores how evolution influences societal cooperation challenges

Dr. Jonathan Goodman, a social scientist from the University of Cambridge, has released a new book titled "Invisible Rivals," published by Yale University Press.


World Bank urges multi-sector approach for clean air in Nepal

Air pollution is identified as the leading health risk factor in Nepal, according to a new report by the World Bank.


U.S. Embassy offers federal benefit services in Trinidad & Tobago

Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will be visiting Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.


Swansea University leads £3m nature-based climate adaptation project

Swansea University is leading a consortium awarded £3 million for a national project aimed at using nature to help cities address climate change.


U.S. Embassy announces online auction for late June

The U.S. Embassy has announced plans to conduct an online auction starting June 23, 2025, and concluding on June 29, 2025.


Threads enhances access to diverse content through new features

The fediverse, a global network of interconnected social media servers, is becoming more accessible to users of Threads.


U.S.-led aquaculture training empowers Botswanan youth in Maun

Young people from Maun, particularly from the Mabudutsa ward, participated in a week-long aquaculture and business training from May 5 to 10, 2025.


IMF concludes consultation visit with Liberian authorities

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mission Chief for Liberia, Mr. Daehaeng Kim, visited Monrovia from June 4 to June 17, 2025.


World Bank approves $30M grants for financial inclusion and education projects in Yemen

The World Bank has approved US$30 million in grants to support Yemen's digital financial infrastructure and education access for children in disadvantaged areas.


Samsung unveils new Onyx cinema LED screen at CineEurope

Samsung Electronics has announced the European launch of its latest Onyx cinema LED screen at CineEurope 2025.


Samsung launches largest digital art collection yet at Art Basel

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of the Art Basel in Basel (ABB) Collection, an exclusive digital art collection available on Samsung TVs through the Samsung Art Store.


Sri Lanka's recovery highlights key lessons in economic reform

Sri Lanka's economic recovery and debt restructuring efforts were the focus of a recent conference, which highlighted the country's progress amid global economic challenges.


World Bank reports lowest foreign direct investment levels since 2005

Flows of foreign direct investment (FDI) into developing economies have fallen to their lowest level since 2005, according to new research from the World Bank.


U.S. Embassy in Maputo invites proposals for warehouse alterations

The U.S. Embassy in Maputo has announced a tender for the design and construction documentation of alterations to a warehouse service area.


Japan donates CHF 105K for WTO trade capacity-building

Japan has announced a contribution of CHF 105,000 to the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Global Trust Fund.


AWE program graduates 35 women entrepreneurs in Tarija

On June 16, the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE Bolivia) celebrated the graduation of 35 women entrepreneurs from its program in Tarija.