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Global education community commits to reducing child learning poverty by 2030

The global education community has recognized a pressing issue: nearly 60% of children worldwide face learning poverty, meaning they cannot read and understand a simple text by age ten.


U.S. Embassy Malta seeks cook for service at Attard location

The U.S. Embassy in Malta is seeking a reliable cook to provide services at its location in Attard.


Rubio's Central America trip focuses on migration and economic partnerships

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit five countries in Central America and the Caribbean from February 1-6.


KfW IPEX-Bank joins financing for Poland's largest renewable energy project

KfW IPEX-Bank has joined a consortium of commercial banks and international financial institutions to finance the Baltica 2 offshore wind farm project in Poland.


International community urges de-escalation of violence by Myanmar military

Today marks four years since the military coup in Myanmar, which overthrew the democratically elected government and created a significant crisis in the Indo-Pacific region.


Rubio embarks on Central America and Caribbean tour

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to embark on a diplomatic tour across five countries in Central America and the Caribbean.


President proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

The President of the United States has officially recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.


U.S. Consulate in Amsterdam halts routine services for three months

The U.S. Consulate General in Amsterdam has announced it will be unable to provide routine in-person consular services from March through May 2025.


Siemens unveils train design for Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport Project

Siemens Mobility and Sydney Metro have unveiled the design for the new metro train as part of the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project.


NCUA prohibits former Genisys employee from working with federally insured institutions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a prohibition notice in January 2025.


Demonstrations held in Luxembourg City address climate and worker issues

On September 23, a demonstration organized by Youth for Climate Luxembourg took place in Luxembourg City.


U.S. outlines goals at 2025 Conference on Disarmament session

The United States delivered its opening statement at the 2025 Session of the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, Switzerland.


Trump proclaims February 2025 as National Black History Month

The President of the United States has officially recognized February 2025 as National Black History Month.


US sees rise in personal income and outlays for December

Personal income in the United States rose by $92.0 billion, marking a 0.4 percent increase at a monthly rate in December, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.


Visa fee increases announced for various U.S. non-immigrant categories

On June 17, 2023, the fees for U.S. visitor visas and other non-petition-based non-immigrant visas (NIVs) will rise from $160 to $185.


Marco Rubio emphasizes renewed focus on Western Hemisphere diplomacy

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has outlined a new direction for American foreign policy, emphasizing a focus on the Western Hemisphere.


Paraguay President advocates more multilateralism at WTO event

President Peña of Paraguay recently addressed the World Trade Organization (WTO), emphasizing the critical role of multilateralism in addressing global trade challenges.


Rubio travels to Central America and Caribbean for diplomatic mission

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit five countries in Central America and the Caribbean from February 1-6.


USA joins global discussions on peaceful uses of outer space

From February 3 to February 14, the United States will participate in discussions on scientific and technical aspects of outer space activity at the 62nd session of the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) Scientific and...


Department launches updated Smart Traveler Enrollment Program

On September 16, 2024, the Department of State introduced an updated version of the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). U.S. citizens are encouraged to re-enroll in the new system by visiting step.state.gov to continue receiving important...