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DEA conducts narcotics investigation training for Indonesian officials

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently conducted a Narcotics Investigations Course in Balige, North Sumatra, from July 15 to 18.


Moldova hosts Fire Shield 25 with international military collaboration

A decade of efforts to enhance regional stability and international partnerships will continue this August with the launch of Fire Shield 25.


U.S. rejects WHO amendments citing national sovereignty concerns

Today, the United States officially rejected the 2024 amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) of 2005.


US Embassy in Tunisia seeks contractors for cell phone services

Please find attached Solicitation No.19TS8025Q0005 regarding the Telephone Mobile Services for US Embassy Tunis, Tunisia.


U.S. Embassy warns of potential unrest during Bolivia's national elections

National elections are scheduled to occur in Bolivia on Sunday, August 17, 2025.


U.S. allocates Php13.8 million for disaster response in Philippines

Manila, July 25, 2025—The U.S. government has announced a funding initiative of approximately Php13.8 million ($250,000) to aid the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in supporting the Philippine government's response to severe weather...


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with UK: Economic outlook assessed

On July 21, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its Article IV Consultation with the United Kingdom.


U.S. Embassy in Manama seeks proposals for cargo vehicle purchase

The U.S. Embassy in Manama is seeking competitive proposals for the purchase of a new cargo vehicle.


Senegal joins international coalition for peaceful space exploration

Senegal has joined the Artemis Accords, an international coalition focused on peaceful and sustainable space exploration.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks bids for toilet remodel project

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a firm to undertake a construction service project for remodeling toilets at its Kaohsiung Office.


Demonstration alert issued for Mexico City amid anti-gentrification protests

Anti-gentrification demonstrations are expected in Mexico City on Saturday, July 26, starting at 2:00 p.m. Previous protests occurred in the Roma and Condesa neighborhoods on July 4 and the Tlalpan neighborhood on July 20.


IMF completes fifth review under extended credit facility with Zambia

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the Article IV Consultation and fifth review of Zambia's 38-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) Arrangement.


U.S. Embassy honors Marshallese veterans aboard USS Cincinnati

On July 10, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Majuro hosted an event called “Stand and Defend” aboard the USS Cincinnati to honor Marshallese U.S. military veterans.


UK businesses express optimism towards government's industrial strategy

Confidence in the UK Government's Industrial Strategy is high among businesses, according to recent research by Barclays.


Landau meets Japanese, Korean ministers to discuss trilateral partnership

Deputy Secretary of State Landau met with Japanese Vice Foreign Minister Funakoshi Takehiro and Republic of Korea (ROK) First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoonjoo.


IMF completes Article IV consultation with Equatorial Guinea

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the 2025 Article IV Consultation with Equatorial Guinea.


Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program opens applications for Bosnian academics

The U.S. Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina has announced the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program competition for the 2026-2027 academic year.


Demonstration planned near U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on July 26

A demonstration is planned near the Kuala Lumpur City Center on July 26, 2025.


Swansea graduate overcomes adversity to achieve degree in Egyptology

Karen, a 25-year-old from Neath, has achieved her dream of earning a degree in Egyptology and ancient history.


U.S Ambassador Huckabee visits Taybeh after acts against holy sites

Thank you to the people of Taybeh for giving us the opportunity to come and see first-hand some of the things that have happened.