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U.S. Mission invites proposals for Julia Taft Refugee Fund 2023
By Globe Banner | Jan 10, 2023
The U.S. Mission in Ecuador, alongside the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration (PRM), has announced a call for proposals for the Julia Taft Refugee Fund.
DHS announces new border enforcement measures ahead of Title 42 termination
By Globe Banner | Jan 5, 2023
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced new measures to prepare for the end of the Title 42 public health order, which is currently subject to multiple court orders.
US returns ancient cosmetic spoon to Palestine
By Globe Banner | Jan 5, 2023
U.S. and Palestinian officials convened at the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in Bethlehem on January 5, marking a significant event in cultural repatriation history.
Youth Ambassadors mark 15 years of cultural exchange success in Ecuador
By Globe Banner | Dec 29, 2022
The Youth Ambassadors program, a cultural exchange initiative by the U.S. Department of State, recently marked its 15th anniversary in Ecuador.
U.S.-Palestinian relations celebrated during holiday event in Jerusalem
By Globe Banner | Dec 20, 2022
The Chief of the U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs delivered a holiday message highlighting the ongoing relationship between the United States and Palestinians.
Biden meets with Lasso to discuss cooperation on key issues
By Globe Banner | Dec 20, 2022
President Biden met with President Guillermo Lasso of Ecuador to discuss various issues of mutual interest.
USAID launches $1M project to boost Palestinian digital financial services
By Globe Banner | Dec 15, 2022
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Amy Tohill-Stull announced the launch of the Digital Financial Services Pilot Activity on December 14th in Ramallah.
National lab achieves historic milestone in nuclear fusion
By Globe Banner | Dec 14, 2022
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) have announced a significant breakthrough in fusion energy research at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL).
TechWomen program opens applications for Palestinian STEM professionals
By Globe Banner | Dec 7, 2022
The U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs in Jerusalem, along with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), has announced the TechWomen 2023 program.
Gaza Sports Club upgrade celebrated by USAID and ANERA
By Globe Banner | Dec 7, 2022
On December 6, 2022, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and ANERA marked the completion of the upgraded Gaza Sports Club.
USAID partners with Tulkarem Municipality on wastewater management project
By Globe Banner | Nov 29, 2022
Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Tulkarem Municipality launched a project aimed at improving the wastewater collection system in Tulkarem.
International Education Week celebrated by U.S., Palestinian offices
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2022
The U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs, in collaboration with EducationUSA advisors in the West Bank and Gaza, is set to observe International Education Week (IEW) from November 14-18, 2022.
U.S. Office celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week promoting Palestinian entrepreneurship
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2022
The U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs (OPA) is marking Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) from November 14-20, 2022.
U.S.-Palestinian film exchange fosters storytelling collaboration
By Globe Banner | Nov 9, 2022
American film expert Lisa Leeman concluded a cultural exchange and capacity-building program in the West Bank and Gaza on November 7.
Global Undergraduate Exchange Program opens applications for 2023/24
By Globe Banner | Nov 2, 2022
The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) for the 2023/24 academic year is now accepting applications.
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.
New floor completed at Rosary Sisters School in Gaza
By Globe Banner | Oct 11, 2022
Representatives from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Anera celebrated the completion of a new floor at the Rosary Sisters School in Gaza during a virtual event on October 11, 2022.
Panfilo Marquez takes charge as U.S. Consul General in Peshawar
By Globe Banner | Sep 12, 2022
Panfilo Marquez has taken on the role of Consul General at the U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar, effective September 12, 2022.
U.S.-Pakistan relations marked by Derek Chollet's visit focusing on multiple collaborations
By Globe Banner | Sep 11, 2022
Counselor Derek Chollet of the U.S. Department of State, along with a delegation of senior U.S. government officials, visited Pakistan from September 7 to 9.
US begins airlifting flood relief supplies worth $2.2M to Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2022
The United States Central Command has commenced the airlift of humanitarian supplies to Pakistan in response to severe flooding.