News from May 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.
OCBC integrates securities business into global markets division
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
OCBC is set to integrate its securities business under its stockbroking subsidiaries into the bank's Global Markets division on July 1, 2025.
Servicemembers honored at Operation Benjamin ceremony for WWII contributions
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Chargé d’Affaires Rodney Hunter delivered remarks at a ceremony honoring two American servicemembers, Technician Fourth Grade Ben Z. Bernstein and Second Lieutenant Paul S. Singer.
U.S. Embassy Praia seeks mechanical and electrical engineers
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced job openings for the positions of Mechanical Engineer and Electrical Engineer, both classified under FSN-11.
US Embassy in Santo Domingo requests quotes for Marshalls' vetted unit body armor
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
The United States Embassy in Santo Domingo has announced a request for quotations (RFQ) from responsible vendors.
Swansea University opens Global Lounge to connect diverse student cultures
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Swansea University has opened a new facility, the Global Lounge, located in Fulton House.
Ian Walmsley leads new institute amid UK's growing focus on quantum technology
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Professor Ian Walmsley has been appointed to lead the Oxford Quantum Institute and will join the government’s Quantum Strategic Advisory Board.
World Bank forecasts economic growth for Tunisia with focus on improving port connectivity
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
Tunisia's economy is forecasted to grow by 1.9 percent in 2025, an increase from the 1.4 percent growth in 2024.
Conference highlights need for increased transparency in EMDEs' public debts
By Globe Banner | May 14, 2025
May 14, 2025 A recent conference addressed the critical need for transparency in public debt within emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs).