News from March 2025
South Africa pursues structural reforms amid economic challenges
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
South Africa is tackling longstanding economic challenges with a new focus on structural reforms.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program opens applications for Chadian graduates
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Chad has opened the annual competition for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program, which provides funding for two years of graduate study in the United States to complete a master’s degree.
U.S. consulate announces March service dates in Cusco
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Consular personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Lima are scheduled to visit Cusco's Consular Agency on March 12-13, 2025.
Report highlights challenges for middle-income countries aiming for high-income status
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Since 1990, a total of 27 countries worldwide have achieved high-income status.
Albert Ramdin elected as new Secretary General of Organization of American States
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
The United States has extended its congratulations to Surinamese Foreign Minister Albert Ramdin on his election as the next Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS) for the 2025-2030 term.
Physician shortage impacts healthcare access across South Korea
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has been observing a significant physician shortage in the Republic of Korea (ROK), affecting healthcare services nationwide.
DNA services provided by Mission Germany for immigration and citizenship applications
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Mission Germany is providing DNA services for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), immigrant visa, and citizenship cases.
Morocco acquires Apache helicopters enhancing air force capabilities
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Morocco has officially acquired its first AH-64E Apache helicopters, marking a notable advancement for the Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF).
U.S.-Vietnam partnership boosts academic collaboration through landmark higher education delegation
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
In a significant move to strengthen educational ties, the U.S. Mission to Vietnam has partnered with the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training and the Institute of International Education to launch the International Academic Partnership...
U.S. Embassy issues travel restrictions due to Tropical Cyclone Jude in Malawi
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Tropical Cyclone Jude is anticipated to impact Malawi, particularly the Southern Region, with strong winds, heavy rains, and potential flooding.
U.S. Embassy issues alert for planned protest in Monrovia
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has issued a demonstration alert for March 10, 2025, due to reports of a planned motorcyclists protest in the greater Monrovia area.
IMF's Vitor Gaspar announces retirement after leading fiscal affairs for over a decade
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Vitor Gaspar, the Director of the Fiscal Affairs Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has announced his intention to retire in November 2025.
Trump proclaims March 2025 as Women’s History Month
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Every day, women play a crucial role in inspiring, supporting, and strengthening their families and communities across the United States.
Standard Chartered launches first social bond for emerging markets
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Standard Chartered has issued its inaugural Social Bond, a move aimed at supporting sustainable development in low-income countries within its emerging market footprint.
Guatemala joins WTO effort against harmful fishing subsidies
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Guatemala has formally accepted the World Trade Organization's (WTO) Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, becoming the 92nd member to do so.
Barclays appoints John Kolz as global co-head of equity capital markets
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Barclays has announced the appointment of John Kolz as Global Co-Head of Equity Capital Markets (ECM).
President Trump declares March 2025 as Women's History Month
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
On March 6, President Trump signed a proclamation declaring March 2025 as Women’s History Month.
Armenia launches RESILAND project to tackle land degradation
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Armenia is facing significant challenges with land degradation, primarily affecting its forests and wetlands.
World Bank launches sustainable artisanal gold mining initiative
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
In 2023, the World Bank and the World Gold Council embarked on a collaborative effort to advance sustainable and responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM).
World Bank aids maternal health through Casa das Mães initiative in Guinea-Bissau
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
In the village of Mafam, Guinea-Bissau, Adama Djau faced a two-hour journey on poor roads to reach a hospital.