News from May 2025
UN Security Council briefing addresses Middle East tensions
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
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U.S.-ESPNW seeks candidates for global sport mentoring program
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
The U.S. Department of State, in collaboration with ESPNW, is seeking candidates for the 2025 Global Sport Mentoring Program (GSMP) through Mission Vietnam.
U.S. congressional delegation visits Taiwan led by Senator Tammy Duckworth
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Senator Tammy Duckworth will lead a U.S. congressional delegation to Taiwan from May 28 to May 29, 2025.
Sinopec and Ecuadorian university host cultural exchange event in Quito
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Sinopec and the Central University of Ecuador recently collaborated to host the "China Bookshelf" Reading and Culture Exchange in Quito.
Macquarie acquires full stake in Brazilian toll road platform Monte Rodovias
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Macquarie Asset Management has announced an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in Monte Rodovias S.A., a Brazilian toll road platform.
Siemens unveils rail innovations at Transport Logistic 2025
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Siemens Mobility is presenting its array of innovative rail transport products and services at the Transport Logistic 2025 event in Munich.
Samsung partners with Johns Hopkins APL on next-gen Peltier cooling tech
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Samsung Electronics has announced the publication of a joint research paper with the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) titled “Nano-Engineered Thin-Film Thermoelectric Materials Enable Practical Solid-State Refrigeration.” The paper,...
UBS sells O'Connor business to Cantor Fitzgerald
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
UBS Asset Management has announced an agreement to sell its O’Connor business, which includes a single manager hedge fund, private credit, and commodities platform, to Cantor Fitzgerald.
US Embassy seeks contractor for ceiling replacement project in Brazzaville
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
The United States Embassy in Brazzaville is seeking a company to replace the ceiling structure of a 150-square-meter building at one of its residences located in downtown Brazzaville, Republic of Congo.
Ambassador Virginia E. Palmer reflects on U.S.-Ghana relations as diplomatic service ends
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer, has expressed her admiration for the West African nation in a farewell message as she concludes her diplomatic service.
Bamako residents see improvements with expanded access to clean drinking water
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
In the neighborhood of Sabalibougou, Bamako, a new faucet installed in Coulibaly Lamine's house has been providing consistent access to drinking water since 2021.
Deputy Secretary Landau addresses NATO assembly on Bosnia accords
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
On May 28, 2025, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau addressed the NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Dayton, Ohio.
UBS sells O'Connor business to Cantor Fitzgerald
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
UBS Asset Management has announced the sale of its O'Connor business to Cantor Fitzgerald.
Caribbean seeks improvements in water service delivery amid rising expectations
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
In the Caribbean, despite significant investments in water infrastructure, many communities still face challenges with reliable and responsive water services.
Deputy Secretary Landau discusses Dayton Accords and foreign policy approach
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
On May 23, 2025, Deputy Secretary Landau addressed an audience in Dayton, Ohio.
Colombia braces for national protests affecting major cities
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
The President of Colombia has announced two days of national protests scheduled for May 28th and 29th, 2025.
World Bank backs $42 million project for reliable electricity in Micronesia
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Thousands of families in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) are set to benefit from a new project aimed at providing more reliable electricity.
World Bank approves funding for Tunisia's healthcare improvement project
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
The World Bank has approved $125.16 million in financing, including a $17.16 million grant from the Pandemic Fund, to support Tunisia's health system through the Tunisia Health System Strengthening Project.
Yuanta FHC hosts supplier meeting focused on carbon emission management
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) recently held its first supplier ESG exchange meeting of 2025, focusing on carbon emission management and promoting green transformation.
World Bank approves $219.8 million credit for Mali's road infrastructure improvement
By Globe Banner | May 28, 2025
The World Bank has announced the approval of a $219.8 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) to assist Mali in enhancing its road infrastructure.