News from 2025
U.S. Embassy in Panama opens Colon American Center to foster education and partnership
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Panama and the Colon Chamber of Commerce, Agriculture, and Industry have opened the Colon American Center in Colon.
KAEC appoints Chong Woo Kim as executive director for Fulbright programs
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
Mr. Chong Woo (Bret) Kim has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Korean-American Educational Commission (KAEC).
President issues statement for Declaration's 249th anniversary ahead of nation's semiquincentennial
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The President has issued a message marking the 249th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.
U.S. reiterates support for Venezuelan democracy one year after disputed election
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
One year after Nicolás Maduro declared himself the winner of Venezuela’s presidential election, the United States has reiterated its support for the restoration of democracy in the country.
U.S. Embassy announces online auction of used property in Kazakhstan
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy will hold an online auction of used government property from August 11 to August 15, 2025.
U.S. unveils action plan aiming for global leadership in artificial intelligence
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The United States has announced a new AI Action Plan aimed at strengthening its position in the global race for artificial intelligence leadership.
U.S.-led disaster response training strengthens Liberian emergency preparedness
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
A team from the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Institute for Medical Operations (DIMO) recently conducted two training courses in Liberia, reaching more than 35 participants from ten different government agencies.
U.S. Embassy hosts events at American Space in Lae highlighting engineering program accreditation
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby organized a series of programs at the American Space located in the Matheson Library at UNITECH, Lae, during the week of July 29, 2025.
U.S. Department of State issues monthly updates on immigrant visa availability
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The U.S. Department of State releases the Visa Bulletin each month to inform applicants about the availability of immigrant visa numbers.
U.S. congressional delegation meets Peruvian president to discuss economic partnership
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
A bipartisan delegation from the U.S. House of Representatives, led by House Committee on Financial Services Chairman French Hill (R-AR), met with Peruvian President Dina Boluarte and several high-ranking officials in Lima on August 1, 2025.
U.S. Ambassador George Glass to attend Hiroshima and Nagasaki memorial ceremonies
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass is set to attend the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 6 and the Nagasaki Peace Memorial Ceremony on August 9, representing the United States at both events.
U.S. Embassy outlines steps for sports teams applying for visas as groups
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
Groups of ten or more individuals, such as sports teams or clubs traveling to the United States for competitions, can apply for U.S. visas together through the Group Appointment option on the embassy’s appointment website.
World Bank interns volunteer at D.C. farmers market to support community food access
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
Interns and junior analysts from the World Bank Treasury and Pension departments volunteered at Bread for the City’s weekly Farmers Market in Washington, D.C. this summer.
World Bank approves $650 million loan for Istanbul disaster resilience project
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The World Bank has approved a $650 million loan for the Istanbul Resilience Project, aimed at strengthening the city’s capacity to respond to disasters and climate-related risks.
World Bank approves $125 million grant for Somali economic reforms
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a second Development Policy Financing (DPF) operation for Somalia, providing a $125 million International Development Association (IDA) grant.
World Bank approves $150 million loan for business reform in Paraguay
By Globe Banner | Aug 11, 2025
The World Bank Group has approved $150 million in financing for Paraguay to support the country’s efforts to improve its business environment, increase private investment, and promote job creation.
Samsung wins top honors at DARPA’s AI Cyber Challenge for AI-based cybersecurity
By Globe Banner | Aug 9, 2025
Samsung Electronics has secured first place in the finals of the AI Cyber Challenge (AIxCC), an artificial intelligence security technology competition held on August 8 in Las Vegas.
NAB staff intervention prevents major loss amid rising sophistication in investment scams
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
A National Australia Bank (NAB) employee prevented a customer from losing $100,000 to an in-person investment scam at a branch in Melbourne’s south-west.
Fubon Financial Holdings showcases integrated services at Health Ageing Tech Show
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings and its five subsidiaries are participating together for the first time in the "2025 Health Ageing Tech Show," which will be held from August 8 to August 10 at the Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1.
U.S. Embassy seeks volunteers for citizen liaison network across Uganda
By Globe Banner | Aug 8, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Uganda is seeking volunteers to join its American Liaison Network (ALN) as Citizen Liaison Volunteers (CLVs).