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Iraqi business leaders attend SelectUSA summit to explore investment opportunities

U.S. Mission Iraq is leading a delegation of 46 business leaders from Iraq, including the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, to the United States for the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit.


IMF reaches agreement with Cabo Verde on economic policy reviews

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Cabo Verde on the sixth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and the third review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


Standard Chartered renews partnership with Plan International UK

Standard Chartered and Plan International UK have renewed their partnership for three more years to tackle youth unemployment in Asia.


KfW IPEX-Bank aids BEW with EUR 1 billion for Berlin's heating transition

KfW IPEX-Bank has announced its participation in a significant financing initiative for BEW Berliner Energie und Wärme GmbH.


Demonstration scheduled near U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur on May 16

A demonstration is planned near the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on May 16, 2025.


Siemens unveils new AI-powered IC verification tool

Siemens has collaborated with industry leaders to introduce the Questa One smart verification solution.


IMF completes Article IV consultation with Costa Rica highlighting economic progress

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Costa Rica, as announced on May 13, 2025.


General strike planned in Peru on May 14 amid protests against crime

Transportation unions, student groups, merchants, and other workers' unions in Peru have announced a nationwide general strike on May 14, 2025.


IMF director meets Angolan president; discusses economic challenges

May 13, 2025 Luanda, Angola: Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) African Department, held a meeting in Luanda with President João Lourenço of Angola.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks firm for transportation services

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has announced a requirement for a firm to provide transportation services.


IMF notes Denmark's strong growth amid global uncertainties

Denmark's economy continues to show strong growth, driven largely by pharmaceutical exports.


U.S. officials deliver key statements at NPT Preparatory Committee

The 2025 Preparatory Committee for the 2026 NPT Review Conference was held in New York from April 28 to May 9, 2025.


World Bank advances digital transformation efforts in fragile regions

The World Bank has been actively involved in advancing digital transformation in fragile and conflict-affected situations (FCS) to promote transparency, accountability, resilience, and inclusion.


Consumer card spending rises by 4.5% in April amid good weather and Easter boost

Consumer card spending in the UK rose by 4.5% in April, marking the highest increase since June 2023.



Trump administration emphasizes strict enforcement of US immigration laws

Four months is the estimated duration for a journey from Vietnam to the U.S. border, according to Susan Burns, U.S. Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City.


Trade policy considerations dominate TESSD sustainability discussions

The recent discussions on sustainability within the Trade and Environmental Sustainability Structured Discussions (TESSD) have centered on trade policy considerations and practices.


World Bank prioritizes local job creation at 2025 Spring Meetings

The World Bank emphasized job creation as a core strategy during the 2025 Spring Meetings.


Fulbright Specialist Program invites Kosovan proposals for educational exchanges

The United States-Kosovo Educational Exchange Board (USKEB) is calling for Kosovan host institutions to submit project proposals for the Fulbright Specialist Program.


Osman "Oz" Tat named chargé d'affaires at U.S. Embassy Chad

Osman “Oz” Tat has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the U.S. Embassy in N’Djamena, Chad.