News from May 2025
U.S. Embassy to host online auction of furniture and appliances
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Starting May 14, 2025, the U.S. Embassy will host an online auction featuring furniture and appliances.
U.S. Embassy in Lima announces online auction of surplus government property
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Lima is set to hold an online auction from May 30 to June 1, 2025.
World Bank allocates $270 million for Bangladesh's flood recovery efforts
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The World Bank has approved a $270 million financing package to aid Bangladesh in recovering from the August 2024 floods and to strengthen its resilience against future natural disasters.
Rubio discusses European security with Austrian foreign minister
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger.
US underscores satellite benefits at COPUOS LSC session
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to the Outer Space Treaty and emphasized the significant benefits of satellites, particularly in times of crisis.
US announces progress in China trade talks
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The United States has announced significant progress in trade negotiations with China, following discussions held in Geneva.
Trump announces historic $600B investment deal with Saudi Arabia
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has announced a significant $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia to the United States, marking a substantial development in the economic relationship between the two nations.
Rosa María Payá addresses OAS on IACHR candidacy
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Rosa María Payá, the United States nominee for the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR), addressed the Organization of American States (OAS) Permanent Council on May 14, 2025.
Right Here Right Now Global Climate Summit adopts decentralized model for online engagement
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Summit is set to take place with a unique decentralized format, focusing on reducing environmental impact by hosting the event online.
Electrification boosts livelihoods and businesses in Tanzanian villages
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The village of Doda in Tanzania's Tanga region has undergone significant changes following the introduction of electricity by the Tanzania Rural Electrification Agency (REA) two years ago.
U.S. delegation attends Mauthausen International Liberation Ceremony
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Americans continue to return to the Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camps annually to mark their liberation by the 3rd U.S. Army, which occurred 80 years ago.
West African governments adopt Sal Commitments prioritizing childcare
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Government representatives from West Africa have concluded a regional conference by adopting the Sal Commitments on Advancing Childcare for Human Capital and Growth.
Trump announces initial US-China trade deal aimed at reducing tariffs
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has announced an initial trade agreement with China, marking a significant development in the ongoing trade negotiations between the two nations.
U.S.-Taiwan collaboration leads to arrests in major financial fraud case
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The Taiwan Taichung District Prosecutors Office, in conjunction with U.S. and Taiwanese law enforcement, has successfully apprehended key suspects in a significant financial fraud case that spanned across Taiwan and the United States.
Samsung acquires FläktGroup for €1.5 billion from Triton
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced the acquisition of FläktGroup, a global leader in HVAC solutions, for €1.5 billion from Triton, a European investment firm.
Macquarie addresses ASIC's civil proceedings over short sale reporting
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Macquarie has acknowledged the initiation of civil proceedings by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) against Macquarie Securities (Australia) Limited (MSAL).
Pakistan Data and Evidence Lab supports long-term development goals
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The Pakistan Data and Evidence Lab (DEL) has been established to support Pakistan's long-term development goals, in line with the Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for fiscal years 2026 to 2035.
US Mission authorizes interview waiver program for certain nonimmigrant visa renewals
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The US Mission has announced the authorization of the Interview Waiver Program (IWP) for renewing American nonimmigrant visas without requiring an interview.
Event highlights sports diplomacy between Americas and Europe
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The Organization of American States (OAS) recently hosted a significant event titled "Fencing as a Peace Bridge between the Americas and Europe."
Cultural exchange event celebrates UN Chinese Language Day at Egyptian university
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Recently, a gathering of over a thousand teachers and students from various universities took place at the Egyptian Chinese University (ECU) to celebrate UN Chinese Language Day.