News from 2025
Biden approves defense aid eligibility for Cyprus
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Joe Biden has issued a memorandum determining the eligibility of the Republic of Cyprus to receive defense articles and services under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and the Arms Export Control Act.
USAID partners with UNICEF to boost youth employment in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Cairo – On International Youth Day, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and UNICEF to support youth employment and empower girls in Egypt.
U.S. condemns attack on bus heading to Coptic Christian monastery in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States Department of State has expressed its condemnation of a deadly attack on a bus in Upper Egypt.
U.S. Mission celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Cairo – The U.S. Mission in Egypt is marking Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) by contributing to the growth of Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, particularly focusing on young people.
US backs outcomes from Palermo conference on Libya
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The United States has expressed support for the conclusions announced by the Government of Italy following the conference on Libya held in Palermo on November 12-13.
USAID launches network to support female entrepreneurs in Egypt
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has collaborated with several Egyptian organizations to launch the Women Entrepreneurs Network (WEN) in Egypt.
Marco Rubio addresses Senate committee amid nomination as Secretary of State
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
In a recent appearance before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio addressed the audience with remarks emphasizing the responsibilities that come with his nomination by President Trump.
Trump emphasizes US-Egypt strategic partnership at UN meeting
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Donald J. Trump met with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt during the United Nations General Assembly.
U.S., Egypt open new community hub for women in Imbaba
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Dorothy Shea and Giza Governor General Mohamed Kamal El Daly inaugurated the first community hub for women and girls in Imbaba, Cairo.
Sports envoy program aims to enhance Egypt's role in global sports tourism
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Egypt and the United States recently collaborated through the U.S. Department of State's Sports Envoy program, focusing on running and promoting health and fitness.
Cabo Verde seeks transformation amid climate challenges with ambitious renewable goals
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Cabo Verde, a small island nation in the Atlantic Ocean, is facing significant challenges due to climate change.
U.S., Egypt lead multinational exercise Bright Star focusing on regional security
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
U.S. military forces will participate in Exercise BRIGHT STAR 2018 alongside the Egyptian Armed Forces and other nations at Mohamed Naguib Military Base, Egypt, from September 8 to 20, 2018.
Swiss Re proposes new board members ahead of annual general meeting
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Swiss Re has announced the nomination of Morten Hübbe and George Quinn for election to its Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 11, 2025.
Germany boosts funding for food safety efforts in developing economies
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Germany has increased its financial support to developing economies, focusing on enhancing food safety and trade standards.
U.S.-Egypt workshop enhances efforts against illegal antiquities trade
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Cairo recently completed a workshop focused on the protection of cultural property and the investigation of illegally exported antiquities.
Crypto influencer: 'I anticipate resistance from EU regulators' when 'Tether recolates to El Salvador'
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
Simon Dixon, a crypto investor and influencer, commented on Tether's decision to relocate its operations to El Salvador.
U.S Treasury sanctions Iranians over missile support to Yemen’s Huthis
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned five Iranian individuals for providing ballistic missile-related technical expertise to Yemen's Huthis.
Biden discusses ceasefire negotiations with Egyptian president
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
President Biden and President Abdel-Fattah El Sisi of Egypt held a discussion today focusing on negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.
Report highlights challenges and opportunities in global educational technology integration
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The global learning and skills crisis remains a significant challenge, with over half of 10-year-olds in low- and middle-income countries unable to read and understand age-appropriate texts.
EIB partners with Societe Generale to boost investment in Europe's wind industry
By Globe Banner | Jan 15, 2025
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Societe Generale have announced a new initiative aimed at stimulating investment in the wind energy sector across Europe.