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U.S. Department of State funds new round of Young Pacific Leaders small grants

The U.S. Department of State, in partnership with Cultural Vistas, has announced the recipients of the 2025 Young Pacific Leaders (YPL) Small Grants Program.


Katharine Beamer appointed Chargé d’Affaires at U.S. Embassy Belize

Katharine Beamer has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Belize.


Robert Anderson named Deputy Chief of Mission at U.S. Embassy Banjul

Robert Anderson has been appointed as the Deputy Chief of Mission at the United States Embassy in Banjul.


U.S. voices support for displaced Rohingya and others facing violence in Burma

The United States has voiced its support for the people of Burma, with particular mention of the Rohingya and other ethnic groups affected by violence and displacement.


American Soybean Association expands partnership with Nigerian firms on aquaculture training

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria participated in the graduation ceremony for the Next Gen Leaders for Aquaculture Innovation Program, an initiative led by the American Soybean Association’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (ASA WISHH) and...


U.S. urges action at UN over rising violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

At a United Nations Security Council briefing in New York, Ambassador Dorothy Shea, Acting U.S. Representative, addressed the ongoing violence in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).


U.S. Embassy Port Moresby moves consular report of birth abroad applications online

A Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) certifies that a person born outside the United States to a U.S. citizen parent or parents has acquired U.S. citizenship at birth, as provided under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).


Quint countries and EU voice concerns over party registration before Kosovo local elections

The embassies of France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the European Union Office in Kosovo, have issued a joint statement expressing concern over actions by political actors that may limit competition among...


U.S. affirms support for displaced Rohingya and others amid violence in Burma

The United States has voiced its support for the people of Burma, with particular mention of the Rohingya and other ethnic groups who have faced violence and displacement.


U.S. Embassy Bishkek seeks bids for new public address system

The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek has announced a solicitation for bids to supply a Public Address System for embassy operations.


U.S. Commercial Service to host franchise seminar for Hungarian entrepreneurs

Hungarian entrepreneurs and investors interested in expanding their business with U.S. franchise brands will have an opportunity to connect directly with representatives from leading American companies at a seminar organized by the U.S. Commercial...


World Bank highlights gains in El Salvador's early childhood education sector

In recent years, efforts to improve education in El Salvador have focused on mobilizing resources, fostering collaboration among stakeholders, and adapting international best practices to local needs.


World Bank issues record HKD-denominated sustainable bond raising HKD 7 billion

The World Bank has issued its first benchmark bond denominated in Hong Kong dollars, marking the largest supranational deal in the HKD market.


World Bank outlines $10 trillion investment need for East Asia’s clean energy transition

The World Bank has released a new report, "Green Horizon: East Asia’s Sustainable Energy Future," that examines how East Asia can move toward cleaner energy and industry.


World Bank approves $47.9 million grant for Punjab schoolchildren

The World Bank has approved a grant of $47.9 million to support education in Pakistan’s Punjab province.


How nature-based solutions can help ports address climate risks

Ports play a significant role in global trade, especially for low- and middle-income countries.


Samsung and Johns Hopkins APL honored with R&D 100 Award for Peltier cooling technology

Samsung Electronics and the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) have received a 2025 R&D 100 Award for their collaborative work on next-generation Peltier cooling technology.


Samsung expands One UI platform to include smart home appliances

Samsung Electronics has announced that its One UI platform will be expanded to include home appliances, aiming to create a consistent software experience across smartphones, TVs, and smart appliances.


Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 Lite focused on affordability and productivity

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, a new tablet aimed at providing users with an affordable option for entertainment, creativity, and productivity.


Australian consumer confidence drops as all subindices record declines

Consumer confidence in Australia dropped by 3.4 points last week, reaching 86 points, according to the latest ANZ-Roy Morgan survey.