News from 2025
Ambassador Julie Chung highlights U.S.-Sri Lanka commercial ties at AmCham annual meeting
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
Ambassador Julie Chung addressed members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Sri Lanka at their 2025 Annual General Meeting, reflecting on her tenure and the partnership between the United States and Sri Lanka.
U.S. Deputy Secretary meets South Korean foreign minister at UN General Assembly
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Hyun during the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week in New York City.
U.S. ambassador meets Algerian minister of justice to discuss legal cooperation
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
Ambassador Elizabeth Aubin held a meeting with Algeria’s Minister of Justice, Lotfi Boudjemaa, to discuss ongoing collaboration between the United States and Algeria in legal matters.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Honduras on review of credit arrangements
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Emilio Fernandez Corugedo, concluded a visit to Tegucigalpa on September 26, 2025, after discussions with Honduran authorities regarding the country's economic performance and policy implementation.
IMF staff highlights Montenegro's economic challenges amid slowing growth
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission visited Podgorica, Montenegro from September 15 to 26, 2025, as part of the regular Article IV consultations.
Open World program brings American host families to Georgia for alumni reunion
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
American host families have visited Georgia this week to reconnect with Georgian alumni of the Open World exchange program.
U.S. Consulate Ponta Delgada closes as Hurricane Gabrielle approaches Azores
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The U.S. Consulate in Ponta Delgada, Portugal, has announced it will close on Friday, September 26, as Hurricane Gabrielle is expected to impact the Azores overnight on September 25.
U.S. Embassy issues safety advisory as tropical wave prompts red alert in Dominican Republic
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The Emergency Operations Center (COE) of the Dominican Republic has declared a red alert for several areas, including Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, San Cristobal, San Jose de Ocoa, and Azua.
WTO committee reviews farm policies amid ongoing global food security concerns
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) Committee on Agriculture convened to review recent developments in global agricultural markets, food security, and the implementation of ministerial decisions.
U.S. Embassy outlines procedures for lost or expired green cards abroad
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
United States Legal Permanent Residents (LPR) and Conditional Residents (CR) traveling outside the United States are required to present valid documents that show their residency status when re-entering the country.
Cambridge celebrates centenary of IVF pioneer Sir Robert Edwards
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The University of Cambridge is commemorating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Sir Robert Edwards, whose work in developing in vitro fertilisation (IVF) has had a lasting impact on fertility treatment.
U.S., Sierra Leone inaugurate national parasitic diseases lab for malaria fight
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The United States and Sierra Leone marked the official handover of the National Parasitic Diseases Laboratory and Training Center, a new facility aimed at strengthening public health infrastructure and combating parasitic diseases in the country.
IMF concludes Article IV mission with economic outlook for Botswana
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Édouard Martin visited Gaborone, Botswana, from September 15 to 26, 2025, for the annual Article IV consultation.
IMF staff urges further reforms as San Marino faces high debt despite economic resilience
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
San Marino’s economy continues to show resilience and positive momentum, according to a statement from International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff following their 2025 Article IV mission.
Meta introduces paid ad-free option on Facebook and Instagram following UK regulator talks
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
Meta has announced that it will introduce a subscription option for Facebook and Instagram users in the UK, allowing them to use these platforms without seeing ads.
United States expands investment in Indo-Pacific maritime security partnerships
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
Maritime security remains a key focus for the United States in the Indo-Pacific region, where major global trade routes such as the East China Sea, South China Sea, Strait of Malacca, and Indian Ocean are located.
U.S. personal income rises 0.4% in August; spending grows faster than income
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
Personal income in the United States rose by $95.7 billion, or 0.4 percent, in August 2025, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) on September 26, 2025.
U.S. Consulate General Nogales announces week-long closure for late September
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Nogales has announced a temporary closure from September 26, 2025, through October 3, 2025.
Ethiopia advances toward wto membership following key reforms
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
A high-level Ethiopian delegation led by Minister Kassahun visited Geneva to advance the country's bid to join the World Trade Organization (WTO).
WTO deputy director-general discusses organization's continued importance with Chinese business leaders
By Globe Banner | Sep 26, 2025
We are facing multiple challenges and uncertainties," DDG Zhang told the visiting entrepreneurs.