News from 2025
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires meets Congo’s foreign minister to discuss UN assembly and bilateral ties
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
Chargé d’Affaires Amanda S. Jacobsen held a meeting with Jean-Claude Gakosso, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francophonie, and Congolese Abroad.
U.S. Embassy Havana issues alert ahead of peak hurricane season in Cuba
By Globe Banner | Sep 29, 2025
U.S. Embassy Havana has issued a weather alert to inform U.S. citizens in Cuba about the ongoing 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which continues through November 30.
U.S. releases human rights report following political transition in Bangladesh
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
After weeks of large-scale student protests in Bangladesh and violent clashes resulting in hundreds of deaths, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina left the country on August 5.
U.S. Embassy in Nassau limits operations due to Tropical Storm Imelda
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Nassau has announced that it will operate with limited services on Monday, September 29, 2025, due to the ongoing impact of Tropical Storm Imelda.
Chris Andino appointed U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission to Uruguay
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
Chris Andino has been serving as the United States Deputy Chief of Mission to Uruguay since September 2025, after acting as Charge d’Affaires in Montevideo since June 2025.
Trump proclaims National Hispanic Heritage Month for September 15–October 15
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation recognizing the contributions of Hispanic-American citizens.
U.S., Panamanian teams complete joint medical mission; ambassador visits key sites in Chiriqu
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
U.S. Ambassador to Panama Kevin Marino Cabrera visited Chiriquí province on September 25, 2025, as part of efforts to strengthen ties between the United States and Panama.
U.S. Treasury sanctions Indian nationals and pharmacy over counterfeit fentanyl pill distribution
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on two Indian nationals, Sadiq Abbas Habib Sayyed and Khizar Mohammad Iqbal Shaikh, for their involvement in supplying counterfeit prescription...
Secretary of State Rubio meets Vietnamese leaders at UN General Assembly
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held meetings with Vietnam President Luong Cuong and acting Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung on September 24, 2025, during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
Trump proclaims national hispanic heritage month for September 15–October 15
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, the United States acknowledges the contributions of Hispanic-American citizens throughout history.
Joint Security Coordination Mechanism agrees on next steps for DRC-Rwanda peace agreement
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
Representatives from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda, the United States, Qatar, Togo, and the African Union Commission met in Washington, D.C. on September 17-18, 2025 for the second meeting of the Joint Security Coordination...
U.S. Embassy supports barbershop program for former inmates in Trinidad & Tobago
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Port of Spain has provided financial support for the launch of Foreign Exchange, a barbershop in Diego Martin aimed at helping formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society.
U.S., Ecuador strengthen security ties with new agreements and radar system donation
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, Commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Ecuador on September 21 and 22 to meet with top defense officials.
Operation Market Garden commemorated in Arnhem, Ginkelse Heide, and Nijmegen
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The 2025 Operation Market Garden commemorations took place from September 19 to 21 in Arnhem, Ginkelse Heide, and Nijmegen.
Tomorrow’s Leaders Program opens applications for 2025 scholarships
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The Tomorrow’s Leaders Program, organized by the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), is now accepting applications for its 2025 cycle.
Officials discuss support for Libyan unity at UNGA high-level meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
Senior officials from the United States, Egypt, France, Germany, Italy, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week to discuss economic...
North Dakota National Guard deepens security partnership with Togo
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The North Dakota National Guard is expanding its collaboration with Togo through the State Partnership Program, focusing on security cooperation, emergency preparedness, and commercial opportunities.
U.S. Embassy hosts innovation event to boost U.S.–New Zealand tech collaboration
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Wellington hosted an innovation reception on September 19, bringing together entrepreneurs, game developers, technology founders, and investors from New Zealand with leaders from the Embassy.
World Bank launches $137 million project for natural resource management in Zambia
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
The World Bank has approved the second phase of the Transforming Landscapes for Resilience and Development (TRALARD II) project in Zambia.
Morocco sees major rise in preschool enrollment amid push for universal early education
By Globe Banner | Sep 28, 2025
Preschool enrollment in Morocco has seen a significant increase since 2018, following the government’s commitment to provide universal access for children aged 4 to 5 by 2028.