News from 2025
Africa’s mineral resources highlighted as key to clean energy transition
By Globe Banner | Oct 27, 2025
Africa is becoming increasingly important in the global shift toward clean energy and advanced technologies due to its wealth of mineral resources.
IDA supports job creation and skills development for Africa's growing youth population
By Globe Banner | Oct 27, 2025
Africa is facing a significant demographic shift, with almost 500 million people expected to join the workforce by 2035.
Trump brokers peace accord between Thailand-Cambodia; signs major deals with Malaysia
By Globe Banner | Oct 27, 2025
President Donald J. Trump participated in a series of diplomatic and economic initiatives during his visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 26, 2025.
U.S. Embassy issues weather alert ahead of Hurricane Melissa in Turks & Caicos, Bahamas
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
A Category 4 hurricane named Melissa is expected to intensify rapidly and impact the Turks and Caicos Islands as well as the southeast and central Bahamas on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to a weather alert issued by the U.S. Embassy in Nassau,...
IMF managing director calls for deeper integration policies across ASEAN
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
ASEAN has become the world’s fourth largest economy, with a combined GDP exceeding $4 trillion and growing at a rate 25 percent higher than the global average.
United States and Malaysia sign reciprocal trade agreement expanding bilateral market access
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
The United States and Malaysia have announced an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade aimed at expanding economic cooperation and providing greater market access for exporters from both countries.
Viraj LeBailly named Deputy Chief of Mission at U.S. Embassy Stockholm
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
Viraj LeBailly has taken on the role of Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm.
U.S. Embassy to provide consular services in Jiwaka Province on October 23
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby has announced a consular outreach visit to Jiwaka Province.
U.S. Embassy monitors security concerns after explosive device incident in Guayaquil
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador are monitoring the situation following reports of vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIEDs) near the Sheraton Hotel and Mall del Sol in Guayaquil.
U.S. Consulate General Tijuana confirms attack on Baja California attorney general’s office
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
An attack involving explosives targeted the offices of the Baja California state attorney general in the Playas de Tijuana area, according to confirmation received by the U.S. Consulate General in Tijuana.
Prince Group chairman indicted for running forced labor scam compounds in Cambodia
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
An indictment has been unsealed in federal court in Brooklyn, New York, charging Chen Zhi, also known as Vincent, with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy.
U.S. Embassy in Praia seeks applicants for OBO Senior Guard position
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Praia has announced a job opening for the position of OBO Senior Guard FSN-04.
Ambassador Kushner reflects on Gaza ceasefire and U.S. diplomatic efforts
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
The recent ceasefire in Gaza has brought an end to months of conflict, with hostages now released and both Israelis and Palestinians looking ahead to a period of calm.
Explosion near Mall del Sol in Guayaquil prompts security response
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
An explosion occurred near Mall del Sol in Guayaquil on October 14, 2025, according to a statement from the U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil.
U.S. Africa Command announces Flintlock 2026 exercise location in Libya
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
Today in Sirte, Libya, U.S. Africa Command Deputy Commander Lt.
Eugene S. Young appointed interim Chargé D’affaires at U.S. Embassy Banjul
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
Eugene S. Young has been named Chargé D’affaires and interim at the U.S. Embassy in Banjul, The Gambia.
U.S. and Japan discuss regional security and economic priorities in Indo-Pacific dialogue
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
On October 13, Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker and Japan's Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Namazu Hiroyuki held a meeting in Tokyo to lead the U.S.-Japan Dialogue on a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.
U.S. Southern Command leader to visit Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada for security talks
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, who leads the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), is scheduled to visit Antigua and Barbuda as well as Grenada on October 14-15.
U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City seeks fuel suppliers
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has announced a request for quotation (RFQ) for fuel supplies, under solicitation number PR15638892.
Christine J. Toretti confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to Sweden
By Globe Banner | Oct 26, 2025
Christine J. Toretti has been confirmed as the U.S. Ambassador to Sweden.