News from 2025
FSB seeks stakeholder feedback for review of crypto-asset regulation
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is conducting a thematic peer review to assess the implementation progress of its global regulatory framework for crypto-asset activities.
U.S. federal benefits representatives set visit to Ecuador in March
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit will visit Ecuador to provide services related to U.S. Social Security and other federal benefits.
U.S. Embassy issues security alert for Americans in Kinshasa amid potential unrest
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa has issued a security alert to American citizens residing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Nature-based solutions critical for resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
Chad's capital, N'Djamena, has faced significant flooding in three of the past five years, leading to widespread displacement.
U.S. Embassy warns of increased roadblocks affecting travel in Mozambique
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
There has been a notable rise in spontaneous roadblocks throughout Mozambique, significantly impacting travel.
Yuanta leads new phase for Taiwanese sustainable finance initiative
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
In 2022, the Financial Supervisory Commission of the Republic of China (Taiwan) established the Coalition of Movers and Shakers on Sustainable Finance.
U.S. ambassador meets new Lao foreign minister for first official engagement
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
On January 24, 2025, U.S. Ambassador to Laos Heather Variava met with the new Foreign Minister of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR), Thongsavanh Phomvihane.
Fulbright program opens applications for Lebanese students seeking study opportunities in U.S
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has announced the opening of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for the academic year 2026-2027.
Secretary Rubio discusses Ukraine conflict with Transatlantic Quint
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently engaged in a conversation with foreign ministers from France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, as well as the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs.
UN adopts resolution on DRC conflict; US imposes sanctions
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution addressing the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
USS Paul Ignatius visits Malta for four-day engagement
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117), an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer of the United States Navy, arrived at Malta's Grand Harbor on February 21 for a four-day visit.
Global workshop opens applications for focus on Government Procurement Agreement
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
Applications are now open for a global workshop focusing on the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) 2012.
Building Bridges event supports Dutch firms entering US market
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The Building Bridges to the USA event took place on February 20, 2025, at the High Tech Campus Eindhoven.
Security incident reported near U.S. Embassy in Berlin
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
There is an ongoing security incident at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, located near the U.S. Embassy on Behrenstrasse in Berlin, Germany.
U.S. embassy honors return of possible remains of servicemembers
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
On February 19, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Vientiane conducted a remembrance ceremony to honor possible remains of missing U.S. servicemembers recovered earlier this year.
U.S. State Department designates multiple international cartels as terrorist organizations
By Globe Banner | Feb 21, 2025
The U.S. Department of State has announced the designation of several international cartels and transnational organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs).
Protests expected across Slovakia as citizens commemorate murder anniversary
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2025
U.S. citizens in Slovakia are advised to be cautious as tens of thousands are expected to participate in nationwide demonstrations on February 20 and 21.
Salmon Wars: Chinese government flexing global muscle through fish
By Kate Sarmiento | Feb 20, 2025
After the Oslo-based Nobel Peace Prize Committee awarded its 2010 award to a Chinese dissident, the Chinese responded by shutting Norweigan salmon out of the Chinese market.
U.S. Embassy seeks bids for Make Ready work in Singapore
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has announced a solicitation for Make Ready work at a U.S. Government-owned residence in Singapore.
U.S. supports Philippines against China's naval actions near Scarborough Reef
By Globe Banner | Feb 20, 2025
The United States has expressed its support for the Philippines following a recent incident involving the Chinese People's Liberation Army-Navy (PLAN).