News from May 2025
Indonesian officials complete U.S. exchange on language education
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
Six senior officials from Indonesia's Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and four from the Ministry of Religious Affairs have concluded a two-week exchange program in the United States.
United States delivers statements at DSB meeting on May 23, 2025
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
Statements by the United States were delivered at the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on May 23, 2025.
UBS launches inaugural Asian Investment Conference Singapore Wealth Edition
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
Singapore, 23 May 2025 – The inaugural UBS Asian Investment Conference (AIC) Singapore Wealth Edition took place on 22 May 2025 at Capella Singapore.
U.S. Social Security services available in Lima from June 9 to June 12
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Lima has announced that representatives from the Social Security Administration’s Regional Federal Benefits Office will be visiting Lima, Peru.
ANZ joins NatHERS trial aiming at reducing homeowners' energy costs
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
ANZ has announced its participation in the Australian Government’s trial of the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) for existing homes.
U.S. Embassy & Consulate to close on Memorial Day
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Athens and its Consular Section, along with the U.S. Consulate General in Thessaloniki and all U.S. Government offices in Greece, will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025.
IMF concludes staff visit focusing on Pakistan's economic policies
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its recent staff visit to Islamabad, Pakistan, led by Nathan Porter.
UN calls for cooperation amid global freshwater resource threats
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
Thank you, Mr. Chair, and the cosponsors, for organizing this meeting and to the briefers for highlighting the seriousness of threats to water security, particularly in conflict areas.
U.S.-Philippines initiative hosts bootcamp for Southeast Asian digital creators
By Globe Banner | May 23, 2025
Manila, May 23, 2025—The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines is set to host a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) regional workshop in Manila from May 28 to June 1.
Fulbright opens applications for Tunisian students for 2026-2027
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tunisia has announced the opening of applications for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Memorial Day: A national remembrance day honoring fallen service members
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May each year, serves as a national day of remembrance for those who died in service to the United States during both wartime and peacetime.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation with France amid economic challenges
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with France, highlighting the country's economic resilience amidst ongoing uncertainty.
WTO advances discussions on special treatment proposals ahead of Ministerial Conference
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are advancing discussions on special and differential treatment proposals, with updates provided by three facilitators.
Georgia's lake conservation efforts boost local economies through eco-tourism
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
Protecting nature is proving to be economically beneficial, as highlighted by a 2021 World Bank report.
U.S. Embassy issues demonstration alert for Santo Domingo on May 23
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
A demonstration is scheduled to take place in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on Friday, May 23, 2025.
WTO calls for parliamentary action on fisheries agreement ahead of UN Oceans Conference
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
Adopted during the World Trade Organization's (WTO) 12th Ministerial Conference in June 2022, the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies addresses some of the most damaging forms of fisheries subsidies.
Amazonia photo exhibit opens in Germany with support from Zurich Insurance
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
The AMAZÔNIA exhibition, featuring photographs by Sebastião Salgado, is set to make its German debut at the Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum in Cologne.
U.S. acknowledges Luis Almagro’s leadership at Organization of American States
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
The United States has expressed its recognition of Secretary General Luis Almagro's decade-long leadership at the Organization of American States (OAS).
Ambassador Vrooman highlights US-Mozambique relations at Independence Day event
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
Good evening, Your Excellency, friends, colleagues, and partners—and to my dear spouse, Johnette.
World Bank outlines path for Vietnam's high-income status through reform and green development
By Globe Banner | May 22, 2025
To achieve its goal of high-income status by 2045, Viet Nam must advance institutional reforms and promote greener development, according to two new reports from the World Bank.