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Efforts enhance digital connectivity and jobs in the Caribbean
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
The Caribbean region is witnessing significant advancements in digital infrastructure and employment opportunities through strategic efforts to foster the information and communications technology (ICT) sector.
Fubon announces return of online marathon supporting environmental sustainability
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings has announced the return of Taiwan's largest marathon, 'The Fubon Run For Green Public Online Running,' in celebration of Earth Day.
ING's 2025 AGM confirms key appointments and approves 2024 accounts
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of ING Groep N.V. took place today in Amsterdam.
Sun Life renews support for mental wellness program with $50,000 donation to NAMI
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
Sun Life U.S. announced the renewal of its support for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) through a $50,000 donation to the Hearts + Minds (H+M) program.
ING continues €2 billion share buyback with €41 million purchase in April
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
ING reported the continued progress of its €2.0 billion share buyback programme initiated on October 31, 2024.
MSIM closes $400 million CLO deal, expanding loan portfolio
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) has announced the closing of its latest financial transaction, Morgan Stanley Eaton Vance CLO 2025-21, Ltd.
World Bank Group expands private sector lab to boost job creation
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The World Bank Group announced the launch of the next phase of its Private Sector Investment Lab.
Fubon Financial promotes green initiatives for Earth Day 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings has launched the "Green Hour" initiative in line with Earth Day 2025's theme, "Our Power, Our Planet."
Ethiopian man turns to beekeeping to transform his livelihood through PSNP support
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Kifle Kirba, a resident of Bullesa kebele near Aleta Wondo in Ethiopia's Sidama region, has transitioned from struggling as a migrant worker to running his own successful beekeeping business.
MDBs join forces in new collaborative financing initiative
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The Global Collaborative Co-Financing Platform, introduced in April 2024, seeks to bolster partnerships and advance solutions for pressing challenges.
Germany faces economic hurdles due to US tariff policy, says KfW Research
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
Germany is bracing for economic challenges stemming from the tariff policy of the United States, according to KfW Research.
Human Capital Umbrella Trust Fund Program focuses on global investments in human capital
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
The Human Capital Umbrella Trust Fund Program was launched in 2019 with support from the Gates Foundation and the Government of Canada.
Mortgage completions jump 50% as buyers race before stamp duty changes
By Globe Banner | Apr 21, 2025
In March, mortgage completions surged by 50% as buyers hurried to secure transactions amid rising stamp duty rates.
Birth certificate acquisition aids Cameroon's students in pursuing higher education
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The school year of 2023-2024 concluded positively for around 60,000 final-year primary students in Cameroon as they were able to acquire their birth certificates, referred to as the "first diploma" in their lives.
Trump terminates NCUA Board members Harper and Otsuka
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has announced the termination of two NCUA Board members, Todd Harper and Tanya Otsuka, whose positions were ended by President Donald J. Trump on April 17.
World Bank supports sustainable finance initiative for MSMEs in Kyrgyz Republic
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
Washington—On April 18, 2025, the World Bank's Board of Executive Directors approved $120 million for a project aimed at developing a sustainable finance market for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Job creation in East Asia and Pacific: an urgent and strategic mission
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
As day breaks over the Philippines’ terraced rice fields, farmers prepare their harvests for transportation on recently completed farm-to-market roads.
World Bank efforts to bolster job growth and climate resilience in the Philippines
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The Philippines faces the challenge of addressing structural issues despite its dynamic economy in East Asia and the Pacific.
Kyrgyz Republic receives $121 million for water supply and sanitation program
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
The World Bank has announced the approval of $121 million in funding for the Kyrgyz Republic's Water Supply and Sanitation Universal Access Program's first phase.
Economic shifts challenge job creation in East Asia and Pacific region
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
East Asia and the Pacific region have experienced a significant economic transformation over the last two decades, generating 131 million net new jobs.