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News from May 2025


Indonesian forestry leaders participate in US exchange on sustainable forest management

A group of Indonesian forestry professionals, government officials, and journalists is visiting the United States as part of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) focused on "Improving Forest Management."


United States joins African Lion and Obangame Express exercises for West Africa security

The United States, Senegal, and other nations are participating in two military exercises: African Lion 2025 (AL25) and Obangame Express 2025 (OE25).


Peace Corps seeks long-term housing in Hanoi for staff accommodation

The Peace Corps is actively seeking a long-term housing option in Hanoi, Vietnam.


ANZ-Indeed reports steady job ad growth amid mixed regional performance

ANZ-Indeed Australian Job Ads reported a 0.5% increase in April, following a 0.4% rise in March.


Rubio discusses Middle East issues with King Abdullah II

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan.


AI revolutionizes higher education with personalized learning tools

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution is significantly impacting higher education, providing new opportunities to personalize learning experiences and enhance the management of educational institutions.


DHS introduces financial aid for voluntary self-deportation via CBP Home App

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new initiative aimed at providing financial and travel assistance to illegal aliens wishing to return to their home countries voluntarily.


New funding initiatives launched for start-ups in Saxony and Lower Saxony

The German states of Saxony and Lower Saxony have launched new regional programmes aimed at boosting innovation among start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).


DHS launches travel aid and stipend program for voluntary self-deportation

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new initiative aimed at facilitating the voluntary self-deportation of illegal aliens through financial and travel assistance.


Ambassador Murray visits Japan and Korea for APEC meetings

U.S. Senior Official for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Ambassador Matthew Murray, is set to visit Japan and the Republic of Korea in May 2025.


World Bank supports Bosnia's transition from coal with loans and grants

The World Bank has approved financial support for Bosnia and Herzegovina to enhance energy security and job creation.


NAB CEO Andrew Irvine comments on 2025 federal election outcome

NAB Group CEO Andrew Irvine has expressed the bank's readiness to collaborate with the Labor Government following the recent federal election.


World Bank approves $140 million project to boost Burkina Faso's education system

The World Bank has approved a new initiative, the Restoring Education System Performance and Improving Resilience (REPAIR) Project, aimed at enhancing Burkina Faso's education sector.


German SME sentiment stagnates amid trade tensions

Sentiment among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) showed little change in April, following a significant improvement in March.


World Bank leads funding efforts for solid waste management solutions worldwide

The World Bank Group has been identified as the largest financer of solid waste management, contributing 35 percent of global official development financing, amounting to US$5.13 billion from 2003 to 2021.


Yale donates cabinets to Zimbabwe's Natural History Museum

U.S. Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Pamela Tremont, announced a significant donation from Yale University to the Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on April 24.


Unrest reported in Paktha District prompts increased security measures

Recent clashes have occurred between the Lao army and unidentified armed groups on the Lao/Thai border in the Paktha District of Bokeo Province, according to reports.


Rubio congratulates Persad-Bissessar, discusses US-Trinidad & Tobago partnership

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.


Credit Suisse resolves tax matter with DOJ; agrees to pay $511 million

On May 5, 2025, Credit Suisse Services AG reached an agreement with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) to settle a tax-related investigation.


DHS launches voluntary self-deportation program with financial aid

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new program aimed at assisting illegal aliens in voluntarily returning to their home countries.