News from March 2025
Fulbright program opens applications for Barbados and Eastern Caribbean students
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown has announced the opening of the application period for the 2025-26 Fulbright Foreign Student Program, targeting graduates from Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.
U.S. introduces visa restrictions on foreign officials aiding illegal migration
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
Securing national borders is a priority for the United States, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
German SME business climate declines further as optimism fades
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The business climate among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany has shown a decline, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer.
Regulators urged to prepare for fast-paced financial system amid tech advancements
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
As the financial industry stands on the brink of transformation due to rapid technological advancements, regulators are urged to prepare for a faster financial system.
Sun Life partners with Workday Wellness to enhance employer benefit management
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
Sun Life U.S. has been named a strategic partner of Workday Wellness, an AI-powered solution designed to improve the management of employee benefits.
Standard Chartered expands tech support for women entrepreneurs in emerging markets
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
Standard Chartered has announced a partnership with Village Capital to expand its Futuremakers Women in Tech Accelerator across Africa, the Middle East, and Pakistan.
American Institute in Taiwan seeks gardening services for Taipei compound
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to provide part-time gardening services for its Taipei compound.
World Bank backs Micronesia's effort to enhance public financial management
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The World Bank has announced its approval of a $13 million initiative aimed at enhancing public financial management in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM).
U.S. Embassy warns of ongoing protests affecting travel in Mozambique
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique, has issued a demonstration alert as protests related to political developments between FRELIMO and opposition parties continue across the country.
US Embassy seeks taxi service providers for IDIQ contract
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The United States Embassy in Budapest is seeking proposals from qualified taxi service providers for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract.
World Bank approves projects benefiting millions through improved transport and healthcare
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
At least 19 million Filipinos are set to benefit from two new projects approved by the World Bank's Board of Executive Directors.
U.S. urges Syria's compliance with NPT safeguards at IAEA meeting
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The United States has reiterated its call for Syria to address longstanding noncompliance with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) safeguards agreement.
U.S. supports Saint Vincent's additional protocol at IAEA meeting
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The United States has expressed its support for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' decision to conclude an Additional Protocol during the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting in Vienna, Austria.
Global focus shifts towards improving regulations for micro-enterprises
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The United Kingdom recently shared insights into its Better Regulation Framework (BRF) at a working group session focused on micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
World Bank advances global efforts on road safety after Marrakech ministerial
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The World Bank Group is advancing efforts in road safety financing and governance following the 4th Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety held in Marrakech, Morocco.
IMF discusses economic policies with Mozambique amid recovery efforts
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Pablo Lopez Murphy, visited Mozambique from February 19 to March 4, 2025.
U.S. sanctions senior Houthi leaders over arms smuggling and violence
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The United States has imposed sanctions on seven senior members of Ansarallah, also known as the Houthis, for their involvement in smuggling weapons into Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and negotiating weapons procurement deals.
Mondulkiri Water Utility increases female workforce participation with World Bank support
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The Mondulkiri Water Utility in Cambodia is actively working to increase female representation within its workforce, a move supported by the World Bank-financed Water Supply and Sanitation Improvement Project.
President extends greetings for Ramadan emphasizing religious liberty
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
Today, a message was released from the President extending greetings for the holy month of Ramadan.
U.S. Embassy Malta seeks contractor for pool solar panel repair
By Globe Banner | Mar 5, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Malta is seeking a contractor to address issues with its swimming pool solar panel water heating system.