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Porcelain from Dehua brings people together at the United Nations headquarters
Representatives from Fujian Province, the United Nations, and other countries convened at the United Nations Headquarters for the unveiling of the "Blanc de Chine – Porcelain from Dehua" event last week. This initiative was launched by Xinhua News Agency.
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2024
United Arab Emirates, NASA partner to expand human space exploration
Officials from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Space Agency, and the National Space Council convened to reinforce a partnership supporting NASA’s Gateway, the inaugural lunar space station. The UAE has fostered its own space program through collaboration with NASA, U.S. research institutions, and other stakeholders in the aeronautics industry.
By Globe Banner | Mar 8, 2024
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International Monetary Fund Deputy Managing Director visits Suriname
By Globe Banner | Feb 13, 2024
Kenji Okamura, Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued a statement this week following a three-day visit to the Republic of Suriname. During his trip, Okamura met with the republic’s president, vice president, and various officials.
Rare Element Resources announces coming departure of president and CEO
By Globe Banner | Jan 8, 2024
Brent Berg, who has held the position of company president and chief executive officer since November 2022, is set to step down. The board of Rare Element Resources Ltd. has already initiated a process to find Berg's successor.
World Trade Organization General Council discusses budget, 13th Ministerial Conference in December meeting
By Globe Banner | Dec 17, 2023
The World Trade Organization General Council (WTO) convened last week to discuss budgeting and preparation for the 13th Ministerial Conference scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi next year.
Israel commits to allow Gazan non-combatants to return to the north, when secured
By Coach Weinhaus | Dec 4, 2023
Israel is committed to allowing Gazan non-combatants who have left the region to return to North Gaza when it is secured, an Israeli spokesman said.
“Dad, I killed 10 Jews. 10! 10! 10! See my WhatsApp. Their blood is on my hands. Let me talk to mom"; Israeli Admiral details horror of massacre body cam videos
By Coach Weinhaus | Oct 23, 2023
TEL AVIV- At a press briefing of more than 200 international journalists Monday, Admiral Daniel Hagari presented 43 minutes of body cam videos from the October 7th massacre.
Israeli prime minister spokesman: HAMAS is holding foreign nationals as hostages in Gaza
By Edward Weinhaus | Oct 18, 2023
The Israeli prime minister’s office says Hamas is holding foreign nationals hostage inside Gaza, along with 200 Israeli citizens abducted during the terrorist group's Oct. 7 attack.
Israel views attacks as declaration of war by Iran
By Globe Banner News Service | Oct 8, 2023
"This is not just a battle between Israel and Hamas, it is a war with Iran,” according to Israel’s former Brigadier General Amir Avivi in an exclusive interview with Globe Banner.
Professor: Oligarchs 'have not contributed to the well-being of Haiti'
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 9, 2023
Professor Robert Maguire said powers behind the throne have only enriched themselves while Haiti suffers.
Schuller: NGOs 'were envisioned as back-up for the government of Haiti'
By T.H. Lawrence | May 17, 2023
Non-government organizations (NGOs) have been, at best, a mixed blessing for Haiti, according to a professor who has dedicated two decades of his life and career to understanding the troubled Caribbean island nation.
Blinken: 'The future of space is collaborative'
By Globe Banner Report | Jan 20, 2023
Leaders from the United States and Japan met recently at the Washington, D.C.headquarters of the National Aeronautic and Space Administration (NASA) to sign a framework agreement on "peaceful" space exploration.
Mei-hua discusses Taiwan-U.S. relationship: 'Even more robust'
By Gregory Burnett | Oct 13, 2022
"Why Taiwan Matters — From an Economic Perspective" is the Center for Strategic & International Studies' (CSIS) latest live event featuring Wang Mei-hua, minister of economic affairs for Taiwan.
Biden on Gorbachev: 'After decades of brutal political repression, he embraced democratic reforms'
By Karen Kidd | Sep 4, 2022
President Joe Biden credited Mikhail Gorbachev, the former president and last leader of the Soviet Union, for his part in ending the Cold War.
Stoltenberg: ‘NATO must increase its presence in the Arctic’
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Sep 4, 2022
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has stressed the importance of expanding the military alliance’s role in the Arctic region as Russia reopens Soviet-era bases and China seeks new economic opportunities.
'Addressing uneven development and opportunities': Solomon Islands receive funding from World Bank amid China concerns
By Ariana Chiarenza | Jun 4, 2022
The Solomon Islands recently received $130 million in new funding from the world bank to assist with infrastructure in the island nation following concerns of heightened tensions in the region following a pact with China.
Czech Republic defense minister on donations: 'I am incredibly proud of the solidarity of Czech citizens and companies with Ukraine'
By David Beasley | Jun 3, 2022
Citizens of the Czech Republic have donated $42 million to purchase weapons for the Ukrainian army to protect itself against the Russian invasion, a news release said.
Meta spokesperson: 'Death to the Russian invaders' among speech permissible in policy change
By Andy Nghiem | Mar 17, 2022
Meta made changes to its hate speech policy in some countries on March 10 to allow negative speech toward Russians in context of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Biden announces ban on imports of Russian oil and gas, 'a main artery of Russia's economy'
By Sam Jackson | Mar 8, 2022
President Joe Biden announced March 8 that the U.S. will ban imports of Russian oil and gas in the wake of Russia's invasion and siege of Ukraine.
Experts analyze Biden's 'reasoned' approach to Asia
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 23, 2022
Foreign policy experts are discussing President Joe Biden's Asia policy a year into its implementation.