News from May 2025
U.S. Embassy alerts citizens in Bangladesh amid rising protests
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
Due to a rise in protest activities across Bangladesh, the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka has issued a demonstration alert advising American citizens to remain vigilant.
U.S., Kosovo forces collaborate in Immediate Response during DEFENDER 25
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
As part of the U.S. Army's largest annual exercise, DEFENDER 25, around 180 personnel from the Pennsylvania U.S. Army National Guard’s 28th Infantry Division will be deployed to Kosovo.
Demonstrations planned by Kosovo Chamber of Commerce may disrupt traffic in Pristina
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
Protests are scheduled to occur in Pristina, Kosovo, on May 29, 2025.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Italy; highlights economic outlook challenges
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Italy.
US urges swift action towards Ukraine-Russia ceasefire at UN Security Council meeting
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
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US economy sees slight contraction as GDP falls by 0.2% in Q1 2025
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reported a decrease in real gross domestic product (GDP) at an annual rate of 0.2 percent for the first quarter of 2025, compared to a 2.4 percent increase in the previous quarter.
NVIDIA announces participation in upcoming financial community events
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
NVIDIA has announced its participation in several upcoming events targeted at the financial community.
USAID completes final infrastructure project in Northern Uganda with Lanyadyang bridge handover
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has officially handed over the Lanyadyang bridge in Kitgum to the Ugandan government.
Ambassador Palmer concludes three-year tenure in Ghana
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
Yesterday, May 28, Ambassador Virginia Evelyn Palmer concluded her three-year assignment in Ghana and departed from her post.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Ukraine on EFF review
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Gavin Gray, conducted discussions with Ukrainian authorities in Kyiv from May 20 to 27 regarding the Eighth Review of Ukraine's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) Arrangement.
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship applications open for 2026-2027
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.
Uganda launches third national survey assessing HIV impact
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The Ministry of Health in Uganda has launched the third round of the Uganda Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (UPHIA) for 2024-25.
IMF assesses Kazakhstan's economic outlook amid rising inflation concerns
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ali Al-Eyd, visited Kazakhstan from May 15 to 23, 2025.
Uganda launches upgraded high-performance computing cluster for bioinformatics research
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The Ugandan African Centers of Excellence (ACE) in Bioinformatics and Data-Intensive Sciences has launched an upgraded High-Performance Computing (HPC) Cluster.
American Institute in Taiwan seeks suppliers for fuel recirculating units
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has announced a request for quotations (RFQ No.
WhatsApp introduces new creative features for enhanced status updates
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
WhatsApp has announced the introduction of four new features to enhance its Status functionality.
U.S. announces stricter visa policies for Chinese students
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
Under the direction of President Trump, the U.S. State Department is set to collaborate with the Department of Homeland Security to revoke visas for Chinese students, particularly those linked to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in...
World Bank introduces new partnership framework focusing on job creation in Liberia
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
The World Bank Group (WBG) has introduced a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Liberia, aiming to support the creation of more and better jobs by concentrating on four key areas: education, energy access, accountable governance, and...
U.S. congressional delegation completes diplomatic visit to Taiwan
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
A delegation from the United States Congress, led by House Representative Bruce Westerman (R-AR), completed a visit to Taiwan from May 27 to May 29, 2025.
Boeing-Amideast initiative advances STEM education for Egyptian teachers
By Globe Banner | May 29, 2025
Cairo – On May 29, 2025, U.S. Senator Timothy Sheehy addressed the graduation ceremony of 57 Egyptian teachers from the Teach to Lead STEM program.