News from 2025
German SMEs show improved sentiment amid rising hopes for economic recovery
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Confidence among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) showed signs of improvement in June, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer.
Meta supports EU-wide digital majority age proposal
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
At Meta, the safety of young people remains a top priority.
Toyota ranks among Canada's top ten respected companies
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Toyota has been recognized as one of the top ten most respected companies in Canada, according to Leger's annual Reputation Study.
World Bank supports environmental efforts in Eastern Partnership countries
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The European Union for Environment (EU4Environment) is a €20 million initiative funded by the European Union, with the World Bank as one of its implementing partners.
Quad Foreign Ministers unveil new initiatives for regional security and economic collaboration
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The Secretary of State of the United States, alongside the Foreign Ministers from Australia, India, and Japan, convened in Washington D.C. on July 1, 2025.
U.S. Embassy announces J visa appointments in the Philippines
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has announced the availability of J visa appointment slots through its scheduling system.
Zambia forecasts economic growth driven by mining sector advancements
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Zambia's economy demonstrated resilience in 2024, expanding by 4% despite facing challenges such as drought and power outages.
WHO-WIPO-WTO webinar highlights role of public procurement in tackling health issues
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Public procurement's role in addressing health issues was the focus of a recent webinar organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and the World Trade Organization (WTO).
WTO selects new cohort for Young Trade Leaders Programme
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced the selection of its second cohort for the Young Trade Leaders Programme, initiated in 2024.
Arch Insurance International appoints Stephen Convery as senior construction underwriter
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Arch Insurance International has announced the appointment of Stephen Convery as a Senior Construction Underwriter.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Denmark highlighting economic resilience
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed its Article IV Consultation with Denmark, endorsing the staff appraisal without a formal meeting.
Allianz Group highlights financial performance and sustainability initiatives
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The Allianz Group, a prominent global insurer and asset manager, serves approximately 128 million private and corporate customers across nearly 70 countries.
International students increasingly targeted for money mule schemes
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Money mule activities are increasingly recognized as a significant challenge in the fight against money laundering and associated crimes.
KfW IPEX-Bank supports Vantage Data Centers' new sustainable facility in Germany
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Vantage Data Centers is constructing a new data center near Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
U.S. Embassy celebrates Independence Day highlighting U.S.-Senegal partnership
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dakar recently marked the 249th anniversary of American independence with a gathering attended by distinguished guests, including members of the Senegalese government and diplomatic corps.
World Bank highlights digital transformation's role in boosting Thailand's economic growth
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Bangkok, July 3, 2025 – The World Bank has released its latest Thailand Economic Monitor titled "Digital Pathways to Growth," highlighting the potential of digital transformation to enhance Thailand's competitiveness, job creation, and long-term...
WTO outlines priorities for gender equality ahead of MC14
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The 2025-2026 Work Plan aims to build on the initiatives started at the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference (MC13) in Abu Dhabi in 2024.
IMF completes reviews for Mauritania’s extended credit facilities
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the fourth reviews of Mauritania's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF), as well as the third review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility...
U.S trade deficit widens as exports decline sharply
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that the United States' goods and services deficit increased to $71.5 billion in May, a rise of $11.3 billion from April's revised figure of $60.3 billion.
HSBC sells its UK life insurance unit to Chesnara
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
HSBC Bank plc, a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has agreed to sell its UK life insurance entity, HSBC Life (UK) Limited, to Chesnara plc.