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Learned Society of Wales inducts seven Swansea University Fellows

The Learned Society of Wales has announced the election of seven new Fellows from Swansea University.


U.S. Embassy supports Kyrgyz teachers with training and development initiative

April 29, 2025, Bishkek – The U.S. Embassy-funded 2025 Next Generation Education (NextGenEd) teacher training program commenced this month in the Kyrgyz Republic.


U.S. Embassy congratulates Brice Oligui Nguema on Gabon presidency after April election

The U.S. Embassy has extended congratulations to President-elect Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on winning the recent presidential election in Gabon.


Tender invitation by U.S. Embassy in Windhoek for HVAC installation

The United States Embassy in Windhoek has announced an invitation to tender for the supply and installation of HVAC equipment at its old building.


UN Security Council debates role of Hamas and Iran in Middle East instability

Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot and Secretary-General Guterres participated in a United Nations Security Council open debate on the Middle East situation.


HSBC reports decline in profits for Q1 2025 amid business disposals

HSBC Holdings plc announced its financial performance for the first quarter of 2025.


Demonstration set for April 30 at U.S. Consulate in Sandton

A demonstration is planned to occur at the U.S. Consulate in Sandton, South Africa, on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.


US Government issues RFQ for MSG cook service

The United States Government has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for MSG cook service, identified under the number 19BA3025Q0002.


Mandela Washington fellow awarded grant for solar energy project in Niger

Niamey, Niger – The U.S. Embassy in Niger has announced that Mahamadou Salissou Amadou Abdou, a Mandela Washington Fellow, has been awarded a Catalyst Grant.


U.S. Embassy in Singapore seeks bids for cafeteria services

Prospective providers have been invited to submit tenders for the role of cafeteria concessionaire at the Embassy of the United States of America in Singapore.


WTO's cotton partnership meeting focuses on C4+ countries' value chain

At a recent meeting of the Steering Committee of the Partnership for Cotton, a welcoming statement was made on behalf of WTO Director-General Ngozi and the speaker.


Military exercise Tamiok Strike concludes in Papua New Guinea

The fifth iteration of the U.S.-Papua New Guinea combined military exercise, Tamiok Strike, concluded successfully on April 25, 2025, at Murray Barracks in Papua New Guinea.


U.S. outlines principles in Committee on Information opening debate

At an opening debate at the Committee on Information, representatives from the United States articulated several guiding principles for their participation in this year's discussions.


Consular services available to U.S. citizens in Porto Velho on May 20

Consular representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia will visit Porto Velho, Rondônia, on May 20, 2025.


KfW IPEX-Bank finances Arlanda express high-speed trains in Sweden

KfW IPEX-Bank has arranged and provided SEK 728 million in funding for high-speed trains on the Arlanda express, a non-stop rail line connecting Stockholm to Arlanda Airport.


Llama Impact Grants: $1.5 Million Awarded to Global Innovators in Technology

The announcement of the second round of Llama Impact Grants was made during LlamaCon, a gathering aimed at promoting advancements in AI.


World Bank allocates $125.94 million to bolster Ghana's food system resilience

The World Bank Board of Directors approved additional financing for the second phase of the West Africa Food System Resilience Program (FSRP) to support Ghana's efforts in mitigating food insecurity and enhancing resilient food systems.


Steering Committee discusses investment in cotton sector improvements

The Steering Committee of the Partenariat pour le Coton recently convened to discuss the priorities for the cotton sector.


IHH Healthcare secures S$300 million sustainability-linked loan with UOB

IHH Healthcare has secured a sustainability-linked loan valued at S$300 million through United Overseas Bank (UOB).


US dissociates from SDGs in UN earthquake victims' resolution

The United States has expressed gratitude to Chile, the Philippines, and Uzbekistan for their efforts in facilitating negotiations on a resolution that underscores the extensive and enduring impacts of earthquakes globally.