News from November 2025
Siemens Mobility signs decade-long deal with SBB for Swiss railway digitalization
By Globe Banner | Nov 8, 2025
Siemens Mobility and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) have entered into a long-term framework agreement to modernize and digitalize Switzerland's railway interlockings.
KfW Group reports rise in climate-related SME lending amid steady financial performance
By Globe Banner | Nov 8, 2025
KfW Group reported an increase in new commitments to EUR 61.4 billion for the first nine months of 2025, representing a 14% rise compared to the same period last year.
Howden Re’s Jimmy Tsai discusses trends in Taiwan’s property reinsurance market
By Globe Banner | Nov 8, 2025
Howden Re’s Jimmy Tsai, Managing Director for Taiwan, discussed current trends in the property reinsurance market with The Insurer TV.
Macquarie Group launches prize supporting climate resilience projects in Brazil
By Globe Banner | Nov 8, 2025
Macquarie Group, in partnership with MIT Solve, has launched the Macquarie Community Resilience Prize to support climate resilience initiatives in Brazil.
Tariffs questioned as solution for U.S. manufacturing competitiveness
By Globe Banner | Nov 8, 2025
Advocates for tariffs argue that higher trade barriers will lead to the return of manufacturing jobs to the United States.
Oxford survey finds global strengthening of climate policies amid political challenges
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
Climate policies are becoming stronger worldwide, according to a new survey by Oxford University researchers and international law firms.
Oxford researchers identify new mechanism affecting cancer drug response
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
A new study led by the University of Oxford has identified a previously unknown function for the enzyme NUDT5, revealing its role as a regulator in the production of DNA building blocks.
Belgium receives first F-35 fighter jets at Florennes Air Base
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
The first F-35 Lightning II fighter jets have arrived at Florennes Air Base in Belgium.
U.S. Mission warns of severe storms across Brazil from November 7-9
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
A severe weather system is forecast to affect much of Brazil from November 7 to 9, 2025, according to a notice issued by the U.S. Mission to Brazil.
United States pledges $1 million for disaster relief after typhoon Kalmaegi in Philippines
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
The United States has announced it will provide $1 million in immediate emergency assistance to support communities in the Philippines affected by Typhoon Kalmaegi (Tino), a series of recent storms, and the Cebu Earthquake that occurred in September.
IMF staff reviews Malawi’s economic challenges during November visit
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Justin Tyson, visited Malawi from November 3 to 7 as part of ongoing discussions with Malawian authorities.
Cambridge veterinary hospital introduces enzyme injection treatment for spinal injuries in small dog breeds
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
A new minimally invasive treatment for severe intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in small dog breeds is now being offered at the University of Cambridge’s Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH).
Allianz Group reports strong financial results and sustainability leadership in 2024
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
The Allianz Group operates as a global insurer and asset manager, serving both private individuals and corporate clients across nearly 70 countries.
World Bank triggers $150 million catastrophe bond payout for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
The Government of Jamaica is set to receive a $150 million payout after Hurricane Melissa triggered the full activation of its catastrophe insurance coverage with the World Bank.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Mauritania on economic reform reviews
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Felix Fischer has reached a staff-level agreement with Mauritanian authorities on the Fifth Review of the country’s economic program under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Extended Credit...
Fubon Financial receives multiple awards for sustainability efforts
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings has received several awards recognizing its commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility.
U.S.-Uganda partnerships highlighted at Kajubi-Fulbright Lecture on digital age higher education
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp addressed the Kajubi-Fulbright Lecture at Makerere University on November 7, 2023, focusing on the role of technology in shaping Uganda’s higher education system.
U.S. Embassy issues warning as Typhoon Uwan approaches the Philippines
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Manila and the U.S. Consular Agency in Cebu have issued a weather alert ahead of Typhoon Uwan (Fung-wong), which is forecast to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall across the Philippines in the coming days.
World Bank launches first results-based program for urban services in major South African cities
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
The World Bank has approved its first Program-for-Results (PforR) operation in South Africa, aimed at improving the delivery and sustainability of urban services across the country’s eight largest metropolitan municipalities.
OCBC reports third-quarter profit increase despite margin pressures
By Globe Banner | Nov 7, 2025
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited (OCBC) announced a net profit of S$1.98 billion for the third quarter of 2025, representing a 9% increase from the previous quarter.