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US urges peaceful conduct ahead of Lesotho's national elections
By Globe Banner | Sep 9, 2022
Less than a month remains before Lesotho's national elections, marking the first scheduled elections in nearly a decade.
Lesotho exceeds UNAIDS targets in new HIV impact assessment
By Globe Banner | Sep 8, 2022
Ambassador Maria Brewer presented the final report of the 2020 Lesotho Population-Based HIV Impact Assessment (LePHIA 2020) alongside Honorable Minister Semano Sekatle.
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.
U.S. Consul General visits Quaid-e-Azam mausoleum; announces aid for flood-hit areas
By Globe Banner | Sep 1, 2022
U.S. Consul General Karachi Nicole Theriot visited the Mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to pay her respects to the founder of Pakistan.
U.S. Embassy announces Fulbright-National Archives fellowship for heritage science
By Globe Banner | Aug 4, 2022
The Embassy of the United States of America in Serbia has announced the opening of a Fulbright Visiting Scholar award in Heritage Science.
Fulbright scholar program opens for Serbian academics seeking US research opportunities
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2022
The United States Embassy in Serbia has announced the commencement of the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program competition for the 2023-2024 academic year.
US ambassador highlights US-Lesotho partnership on Independence Day
By Globe Banner | Jun 16, 2022
The United States Ambassador to Lesotho delivered remarks during a celebration of America's Independence Day, emphasizing the strong partnership between the two nations.
'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.
U.S. Embassy supports leadership training for Georgian female law enforcement
By Globe Banner | May 21, 2022
The U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi is continuing its efforts to support female empowerment within law enforcement through specialized training programs across Georgia.
U.S. Embassy opens applications for Humphrey Fellowship Program for Serbian professionals
By Globe Banner | May 17, 2022
The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade has announced the opening of applications for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for the 2023-24 academic year.
US-Lesotho sign new MCC compact focusing on health and economic growth
By Globe Banner | May 12, 2022
The United States and the Government of Lesotho have taken a significant step in their partnership with the signing of a new compact, focusing on health systems strengthening, rural economic development, and improving the business environment.
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.
USAID launches $1.1M project to aid gender-based violence survivors in Kyrgyzstan
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2022
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a $1.1 million initiative to support victims of gender-based violence in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Cowboys visit Kyrgyzstan for cultural exchange celebrating bilateral relations
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2022
The "Kochmon and Cowboy Ride Together" project marks the 30th anniversary of friendly relations between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic.
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.
Blinken condemns Russia's actions in Ukraine during call with Central Asian ministers
By Globe Banner | Mar 1, 2022
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held discussions with the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
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.
Security notice outlines prohibited items on premises
By Globe Banner | Jun 25, 2021
The following items are prohibited and should not be brought onto the premises or left with security personnel: - Electronic devices such as mobile phones, iPods, iPads, Fitbits, USB sticks, cameras, video cameras, TAN generators or coded keys -...