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DHS introduces financial aid for voluntary self-deportation via CBP Home App

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new initiative aimed at providing financial and travel assistance to illegal aliens wishing to return to their home countries voluntarily.


New funding initiatives launched for start-ups in Saxony and Lower Saxony

The German states of Saxony and Lower Saxony have launched new regional programmes aimed at boosting innovation among start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).


DHS launches travel aid and stipend program for voluntary self-deportation

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new initiative aimed at facilitating the voluntary self-deportation of illegal aliens through financial and travel assistance.


Ambassador Murray visits Japan and Korea for APEC meetings

U.S. Senior Official for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Ambassador Matthew Murray, is set to visit Japan and the Republic of Korea in May 2025.


World Bank supports Bosnia's transition from coal with loans and grants

The World Bank has approved financial support for Bosnia and Herzegovina to enhance energy security and job creation.


NAB CEO Andrew Irvine comments on 2025 federal election outcome

NAB Group CEO Andrew Irvine has expressed the bank's readiness to collaborate with the Labor Government following the recent federal election.


World Bank approves $140 million project to boost Burkina Faso's education system

The World Bank has approved a new initiative, the Restoring Education System Performance and Improving Resilience (REPAIR) Project, aimed at enhancing Burkina Faso's education sector.


German SME sentiment stagnates amid trade tensions

Sentiment among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) showed little change in April, following a significant improvement in March.


World Bank leads funding efforts for solid waste management solutions worldwide

The World Bank Group has been identified as the largest financer of solid waste management, contributing 35 percent of global official development financing, amounting to US$5.13 billion from 2003 to 2021.


Yale donates cabinets to Zimbabwe's Natural History Museum

U.S. Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Pamela Tremont, announced a significant donation from Yale University to the Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on April 24.


Unrest reported in Paktha District prompts increased security measures

Recent clashes have occurred between the Lao army and unidentified armed groups on the Lao/Thai border in the Paktha District of Bokeo Province, according to reports.


Rubio congratulates Persad-Bissessar, discusses US-Trinidad & Tobago partnership

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.


Credit Suisse resolves tax matter with DOJ; agrees to pay $511 million

On May 5, 2025, Credit Suisse Services AG reached an agreement with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) to settle a tax-related investigation.


DHS launches voluntary self-deportation program with financial aid

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new program aimed at assisting illegal aliens in voluntarily returning to their home countries.


Department of State stresses compliance with immigration laws for summer programs

The Department of State emphasizes the importance of adhering to U.S. immigration laws for those involved in Summer, Work, and Travel programs.


WTO opens registration for 2025 Public Forum; calls for session proposals

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has opened online registration for its 2025 Public Forum and is inviting proposals for working sessions.


U.S. Embassy hosts educational programs in Oruro celebrating diplomatic ties

The U.S. Embassy is set to host a comprehensive range of educational and cultural programs in Oruro for the first time, spanning two days on May 6 and May 7.


Embassies condemn attacks on MSF hospital and civilian sites in South Sudan

The embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation of the European Union, have issued a joint statement condemning recent attacks in Fangak County.


USA participates in COPUOS Legal Subcommittee's 64th session on space law

The United States will participate in the 64th session of the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) Legal Subcommittee from May 5 to May 16, 2025.


U.S. issues travel health notice for parts of Peru amid rising yellow fever cases

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for parts of South America, including specific areas in Peru, due to an increase in yellow fever cases.