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News from May 2025



Trump administration emphasizes strict enforcement of US immigration laws

Four months is the estimated duration for a journey from Vietnam to the U.S. border, according to Susan Burns, U.S. Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City.


Trade policy considerations dominate TESSD sustainability discussions

The recent discussions on sustainability within the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD) have centered on trade policy considerations and practices.


World Bank prioritizes local job creation at 2025 Spring Meetings

The World Bank emphasized job creation as a core strategy during the 2025 Spring Meetings.


Fulbright Specialist Program invites Kosovan proposals for educational exchanges

The United States-Kosovo Educational Exchange Board (USKEB) is calling for Kosovan host institutions to submit project proposals for the Fulbright Specialist Program.


Osman "Oz" Tat named chargé d'affaires at U.S. Embassy Chad

Osman “Oz” Tat has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the U.S. Embassy in N’Djamena, Chad.


Social Security Administration schedules outreach event in Cebu

Representatives from the Social Security Administration (SSA) of the U.S. Embassy will hold an outreach event at the Consular Agency in Cebu on May 28, 2025.


IMF completes post-financing assessment mission in Angola

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mika Saito, recently completed a post-financing assessment mission in Angola.


KfW Research finds few German SMEs use intellectual property as loan collateral

A recent survey by KfW Research reveals that a modest proportion of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany hold patents or registered trademark rights.


US strengthens commercial ties with Guinea through strategic partnerships

The United States is intensifying its commercial diplomacy efforts in Guinea, emphasizing the importance of economic partnerships. U.S. Ambassador to Guinea, Troy Fitrell, highlighted the long-standing relationship between the two nations and...


US Embassy seeks vendors for CCTV security system installation

The Embassy of the United States of America in Santo Domingo has announced a request for quotations (RFQ) for the purchase and installation of a CCTV security system.


J.P. Morgan advisors gain recognition on Barron's top financial lists

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management has been recognized in Barron's prestigious rankings, with five advisors and ten teams making it to the Top 100 Financial Advisors and Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams lists.


IMF reaches agreement with DRC on first review under credit facility

A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Calixte Ahokpossi, visited Kinshasa to discuss the Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) economic and financial program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).


Fulbright Graduate Study Program opens applications for 2026-2027

The United States Embassy in Pristina has announced the opening of the Fulbright Graduate Study Program competition for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Secretary Rubio discusses European security with Finnish President Stubb

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with Finnish President Alexander Stubb.


Vivid secures £50m loan from Barclays for social housing retrofitting

VIVID has secured a £50 million loan from Barclays to retrofit over 2,000 homes, enhancing energy efficiency for more than 4,000 residents.


U.S. Embassy warns of protests on Northern Bypass in Nairobi

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has issued a security alert regarding reports of protesters armed with machetes blocking the Northern Bypass between Githogoro Road and the Glee Nairobi hotel.


WTO Director-General calls for strengthening global trade with Japan's Prime Minister

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and Japan's Prime Minister have issued a joint call to strengthen the global trading system.


Sinopec's brand reaches new heights with over $400 Billion valuation

Sinopec's brand value has reached 407.8 billion yuan, as revealed at the 2025 China Brand Evaluation Press Conference and Forum.


U.S. Embassy Praia seeks applicants for administrative clerk and security investigator roles

The U.S. Embassy in Praia is currently accepting applications for two positions: Administrative Clerk and Security Investigator.