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Secretary Rubio congratulates Vietnam on National Day and highlights partnership
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
On September 1, Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio issued a statement congratulating Vietnam on its National Day, which falls on September 2.
U.S. Embassy Bishkek seeks contractor for logistics support of annual training
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek has announced a solicitation for logistics support services related to its annual in-country training.
U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe seeks bids for general renovation works
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
General renovation works are planned for the U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe, with a solicitation now available for interested parties.
U.S. Mission issues alert after earthquake strikes eastern Afghanistan
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck the eastern Afghan provinces of Kunar and Nangarhar, near the border with Pakistan, just before midnight on August 31, 2025.
U.S. special envoy visits Uzbek sports leaders to strengthen bilateral ties
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Paolo Zampolli visited Uzbekistan’s top sports facilities and met with key figures from the country’s Olympic committee, football federation, and national teams during a recent trip to Tashkent.
U.S. Special Envoy meets Uzbek leaders to discuss expanded partnership
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
U.S. Special Envoy for Global Partnerships Ambassador Paolo Zampolli visited Tashkent, Uzbekistan from August 28 to September 1, meeting with senior Uzbek officials as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the United...
U.S. congratulates Trinidad and Tobago on 63rd independence anniversary
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
On August 31, 2025, the United States extended congratulations to Trinidad and Tobago on its 63rd anniversary of independence.
U.S. congressional delegation visits Taiwan for talks on security and trade
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
A delegation of U.S. senators visited Taiwan from August 29 to 30, 2025, as part of a broader trip to the Indo-Pacific region.
U.S. welcomes European move toward reimposing UN sanctions on Iran
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have begun a process under United Nations Security Council resolution 2231 (2015) to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran.
Secretary Rubio to visit Mexico and Ecuador for diplomatic engagement
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
Secretary of State Secretary Rubio will travel to Mexico and Ecuador, according to a statement released by Thomas “Tommy” Pigott, Principal Deputy Spokesperson, on August 28, 2025.
U.S. updates nonimmigrant visa interview waiver rules effective September 2025
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
Beginning September 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of State will change the eligibility for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers.
U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg issues alert ahead of planned demonstration
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
A demonstration is scheduled to take place at the U.S. Consulate General in Johannesburg on Saturday, August 30, between 10:00 and 13:00.
Peace Corps Response Volunteers begin new assignments in Liberia
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
Four new Peace Corps Response Volunteers were sworn in at a ceremony in Monrovia on August 29, 2025.
U.S. Embassy schedules remote consular services in Angeles City and Olongapo City
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS), together with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), will provide remote services for U.S. citizens in Angeles City on...
U.S. congressional delegation led by Senators Wicker and Fischer visits Taiwan
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
A delegation from the United States Congress, led by Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Deb Fischer (R-NE), is visiting Taiwan on August 29-30, 2025.
Brian Greaney assumes duties as deputy chief at U.S. Embassy Ljubljana
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
Brian Greaney has started his role as Deputy Chief of Mission and Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana as of August 2025.
Consular representative to offer appointments for U.S. citizens in Tortola on September 4
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
A consular representative will be available to assist U.S. citizens in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, on September 4.
U.S. Embassy offers consular outreach in Angeles City and Olongapo City this September
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS), together with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), will provide remote services for U.S. citizens in Angeles City on...
Brian Greaney named deputy chief of mission at U.S. Embassy Ljubljana
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
Brian Greaney, a career member of the Foreign Service, has begun his assignment as Deputy Chief of Mission and Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. at the U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana as of August 2025.
State Department updates rules for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers starting September 2025
By Globe Banner | Sep 2, 2025
Effective September 2, 2025, the Department of State will implement new guidelines for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers.