News from 2025
World Bank publishes five-volume report on desalination governance and economics
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The World Bank has released a new report addressing the growing issue of water scarcity, which is being made worse by factors such as increasing population, changing rainfall patterns, and heightened water stress.
World Bank launches incentive framework supporting cross-border solutions for global challenges
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The World Bank introduced its Framework for Financial Incentives (FFI) in February 2025, offering middle-income countries benefits such as increased financing, extended repayment terms, and reduced interest rates for projects that generate...
IMF reviews progress on economic reform program with Haitian authorities
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
A virtual mission led by Camilo E. Tovar from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was held between September 30 and October 8, 2025, to review Haiti’s progress under its Staff-Monitored Program (SMP).
U.S. Embassy Belgrade issues alert ahead of student demonstration on October 11
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
On October 11, a student demonstration is scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. in front of the Faculty of Law in Belgrade.
Volkswagen Group reports higher global vehicle deliveries driven by strong electric car demand
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Volkswagen Group reported that its global vehicle deliveries reached 6.6 million by the end of September 2025, reflecting a 1.2 percent increase compared to the same period in the previous year.
European Union introduces new biometric entry/exit system for U.S. travelers
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The European Union will introduce the Entry/Exit System (EES) for foreign travelers, including U.S. citizens, beginning October 12, 2025.
U.S. Embassy issues safety advisory amid planned protests across Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the U.S. Consulates General in Lahore, Karachi, and Peshawar are monitoring planned protest activity throughout Pakistan on October 10, 2025.
U.S. Embassy Berlin issues alert ahead of planned Gaza protest march
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
A demonstration is planned in Berlin on Saturday, October 11, to protest the war in Gaza.
IMF staff completes economic assessment mission in Kenya
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Haimanot Teferra, visited Nairobi from September 25 to October 9, 2025.
Siemens and Envalior partner on sustainable SIRIUS 3RQ4 coupling relay
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Siemens and Envalior have announced a collaboration aimed at producing more sustainable electrical products.
U.S. Embassy in Paris schedules consular services in Rennes for November 2025
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Paris has announced a consular outreach event in Rennes, scheduled for November 12, 2025.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement on fifth review for Ghana's credit facility
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Ruben Atoyan concluded meetings in Accra from September 29 to October 10, 2025, as part of the fifth review of Ghana’s three-year program under the Extended Credit Facility.
U.S. Embassy Dakar advises caution after Rift Valley Fever outbreak in northern Senegal
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
An outbreak of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) has been declared by the Senegal Ministry of Health in northern Senegal.
Johnson & Johnson MedTech launches major ventricular arrhythmia care registry
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Johnson & Johnson MedTech has launched the Collaborative Outcomes Registry for Evidence in Ventricular Arrhythmias (CORE-VA), a new registry designed to collect data on the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias, including ventricular tachycardia (VT).
Group of major banks explores reserve-backed digital money for G7 currencies
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
A consortium of major international banks is examining the possibility of issuing a digital form of money that would be fully backed by reserves and pegged one-to-one with G7 currencies.
U.S. Embassy warns Americans about planned solidarity march in Georgetown
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
A public demonstration is planned in Georgetown, Guyana, on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
U.S. Mission warns Americans after explosions reported in Kabul
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
On October 9, 2025, several media outlets reported hearing loud explosions in Kabul, Afghanistan.
U.S. Embassy warns of ongoing protests impacting Bogotá travel
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
Protests are taking place in Bogotá on October 10, 2025, according to a notice from the U.S. Embassy in Colombia.
Trump authorizes new arctic security cutters with Finland partnership
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
President Donald J. Trump has authorized the construction of up to four Arctic Security Cutters (ASCs) in foreign shipyards, citing urgent national security needs in the Arctic region.
U.S. Embassy in Peru issues alert ahead of planned strike and demonstrations
By Globe Banner | Oct 10, 2025
U.S. citizens in Peru are being advised to take precautions due to a planned transportation strike and a series of demonstrations scheduled in several cities, including Lima, Cusco, and Arequipa, from October 11 to October 20.