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News from November 2025


World Bank approves $30 million loan for inclusive growth reforms in Mauritania

The World Bank has approved a $30 million credit to support Mauritania’s efforts to achieve more inclusive and sustainable economic growth.


United States urges safeguards for upcoming Honduran elections at OAS special meeting

The United States has expressed concerns about the electoral process in Honduras, particularly regarding reports of interference and intimidation targeting the country’s National Electoral Council and Electoral Justice Tribunal.


Cambridge-led study links common pollutants with harm to beneficial gut bacteria

A recent study led by the University of Cambridge has found that over 150 common industrial chemicals, including pesticides and flame retardants, are toxic to bacteria present in a healthy human gut microbiome.


U.S. Consulate General Karachi restricts movement near Lalazar over security concerns

The U.S. Consulate General in Karachi has issued a security alert advising individuals to avoid unnecessary travel to the Lalazar area of Karachi.


U.S. Embassy in Bosnia & Herzegovina announces online property auction

The U.S. Embassy in Bosnia & Herzegovina has announced an online auction of surplus property, which will begin on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 10 a.m. The auction will run until Monday, December 1, 2025, closing at 9 a.m. According to the...


Yuanta Financial Holding recognized with BSI Pilot Award for sixth straight year

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) has been recognized by the British Standards Institution (BSI) for its ongoing efforts in sustainability, receiving the ESG Sustainable Development “Pilot Award” for the sixth consecutive year.


U.S., Indonesia hold workshop on maritime sanctions enforcement in Jakarta

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation recently held a Maritime Sanctions Enforcement Workshop in Jakarta from November 18 to 20.


Siemens partners with Delta Electronics on modular data center power solutions

Siemens and Delta Electronics have announced a partnership to deliver prefabricated, integrated containerized power solutions for data centers.


Morgan Stanley introduces Private Markets ELTIF through Portfolio Solutions Group

The Portfolio Solutions Group at Morgan Stanley Investment Management has announced the introduction of the Morgan Stanley Private Markets ELTIF.


Yuanta Happiness Day marks fourteenth year supporting children with gifts and environmental education

The Yuanta Happiness Day event, organized by Yuanta Financial Holding Company and the Yuanta Cultural and Educational Foundation, has reached its fourteenth year.


Siemens launches software for flexible electricity grid management

Siemens has introduced new software aimed at helping electricity grid operators increase capacity and move toward autonomous grid management.


Siemens and Delta partner to streamline data center deployments in Europe and Asia-Pacific

Siemens and Delta Power Solutions have formed a technology partnership aimed at improving the deployment of data centers.


Skilled labour shortage eases but vacancy duration reaches record high in Germany

Businesses in Germany are reporting fewer constraints due to skilled labour shortages, according to the latest KfW-ifo Skilled Labour Barometer.


Author credits Swansea University for helping overcome loss while inspiring others

Wellness entrepreneur Emma Tamplin has published a book titled "The Journey Home," in which she shares her personal story of overcoming grief and depression following the loss of her daughter to leukaemia during her university studies.


UBS highlights new Katherine Bernhardt commission at Art Basel Miami Beach 2025

UBS will present "Beyond Pop: Art of the Everyday" at Art Basel Miami Beach 2025, highlighting a new commission by artist Katherine Bernhardt.


Morgan Stanley survey finds institutional investors plan higher allocations toward sustainable assets

The majority of institutional investors worldwide anticipate an increase in sustainable investments over the next two years, according to a recent survey by the Morgan Stanley Institute for Sustainable Investing.


UBS partners with Ant International on blockchain-based cross-border payments

UBS has announced a strategic partnership with Ant International to explore the use of blockchain-based tokenised deposits for cross-border payments settlement and liquidity management.


Paradigm chief legal officer Biber on crypto kiosks: 'Anti-fraud protections are great'

Katie Biber, Chief Legal Officer for Paradigm, has emphasized the potential of crypto kiosks to support unbanked users if paired with stronger anti-fraud safeguards.


Growth Fund Germany invests EUR 825 million into over forty venture capital target funds

Nearly two years after its final closing, the Growth Fund Germany has invested around EUR 825 million of its total EUR 1 billion fund volume in 41 venture capital (VC) target funds as of November 26, 2025.


Somers Farkas begins duties as U.S. Ambassador to Malta

Somers Farkas has officially begun her tenure as the U.S. Ambassador to Malta after presenting her credentials to President Myriam Spiteri Debono on November 26, 2025.