News from 2025
World Bank highlights Algeria's economic progress but urges productivity boost
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Algeria's economy experienced significant growth in 2024, with non-hydrocarbon GDP increasing by 4.8%, according to the World Bank's Spring 2025 Economic Update.
Consumer confidence falls amid changing financial outlooks
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia experienced a slight decline last week, with the index dropping 0.6 points to 86.4.
WTO upgrades e-Learning platform for better user experience
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has announced an upgrade to its e-Learning platform, aiming to enhance the user experience and learning outcomes for participants.
Inga 3 program progresses with local consultations shaping community development
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Community consultations in Kongo Central, a province in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), have been instrumental in preparing for the community development aspect of the Inga 3 Development Program.
UK firms adapt to US tariffs; expect positive impacts on trade
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Barclays Business Prosperity research indicates that UK businesses are adapting to new US tariffs, predicting a net positive impact on exports, supply chains, and profits.
US calls for changes in UNFPA policies on women's health
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The United States has expressed its stance on various issues concerning women's health and rights at the UNFPA Segment of the 2025 Annual Session of the UNDP/UNOPS/UNFPA Executive Board.
Entrepreneurial activity rises slightly as German start-up founders get younger
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
In 2024, the average age of business founders in Germany reached a record low since the inception of KfW Entrepreneurship Monitor surveys.
Southeast Asian creators gain skills at U.S.-backed YSEALI bootcamp
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson recently participated in a workshop aimed at empowering content creators from Southeast Asia.
ING reports progress in €2 billion share buyback programme
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
ING has provided an update on its €2.0 billion share buyback programme, initially announced on May 2, 2025.
Book examines climate adaptation challenges in South Asia
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
South Asia faces significant challenges as the most climate-vulnerable region among emerging markets and developing economies.
World Bank releases new economic update on fiscal challenges facing Guinea-Bissau
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The World Bank has released the latest Guinea-Bissau Economic Update, examining economic trends and development issues in the country.
Siemens delivers first Vectron MS locomotive to RTC at Munich exhibition
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Siemens Mobility has delivered the first Vectron MS locomotive to Rail Traction Company (RTC) S.p.A. during the Transport Logistic exhibition in Munich.
FSB discusses audit quality amid rising inspection findings
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) recently held its biannual Roundtable on External Audit.
AXIS Capital promotes leaders within its global cyber team
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has announced the promotion of Peter Smith and Tara Sapru to leadership roles within its Global Cyber & Technology (GCT) team.
World Bank approves $250 million credit for DRC's Inga 3 Development Program
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved a $250 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) as the initial phase of a $1 billion Inga 3 Development Program.
US calls vote on World Horse Day resolution over SDG concerns
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
The United States has expressed its gratitude to Mongolia for leading the efforts in facilitating the process on the resolution titled "World Horse Day" (A/79/L.89).
U.S. Ambassador delivers graduation speech at American International School of Yaound
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Good evening, esteemed faculty, proud parents, distinguished guests, and most importantly, the graduating class of 2025. U.S. Ambassador to Cameroon delivered a graduation speech at the American International School of Yaoundé (AISOY).
World Bank highlights need for strategic urban investments in new report
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Cities are crucial to economic growth and job creation, with their development impacting global outcomes for years.
Sean Yajnik named head of digital infrastructure advisory for Americas by Macquarie
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
Macquarie Capital has appointed Sean Yajnik as the Head of Digital Infrastructure Advisory for the Americas. Mr. Yajnik will lead efforts in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and debt advisory within the digital infrastructure sector.
China commits $600K for WTO accession aid
By Globe Banner | Jun 3, 2025
China has committed USD 600,000 to support the World Trade Organization (WTO) accession and assist least-developed countries (LDCs).