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United States and Thailand sign memorandum on cooperation for critical minerals supply chains

The United States and Thailand have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance cooperation on the development and expansion of global critical minerals supply chains.


Kevin Kim named Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at U.S. Mission to South Korea

Kevin Kim has been appointed as Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the United States Mission to the Republic of Korea.


Kevin Kim appointed as chargé d’affaires at U.S. Embassy Seoul

Kevin Kim has been named Chargé d’Affaires, ad interim, at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul.


U.S. Embassy issues warning after Hurricane Melissa strikes eastern Cuba

Hurricane Melissa made landfall as a Category 3 storm in eastern Cuba early on October 29, 2025, according to a weather alert from the U.S. Embassy in Havana.


President Trump visits Japan, secures major trade deals and tech partnerships

President Donald J. Trump visited Japan from October 27 to 29, as part of his Asia tour focused on strengthening economic and technological ties between the United States and its allies in the region.


Pentalateral leaders review Lebanese Armed Forces’ progress on disarmament at Naqoura meeting

Senior leaders from several delegations met on October 29 in Naqoura for the 12th session of the Pentalateral, focusing on the Lebanese Armed Forces’ (LAF) efforts to maintain a cessation of hostilities and advance disarmament initiatives in Lebanon.


Trump brokers peace accords in Southeast Asia; announces major trade deals with Malaysia

President Donald J. Trump visited Kuala Lumpur where he played a key role in several diplomatic and economic agreements involving Southeast Asian nations.


U.S.-Japan Technology Prosperity Deal focuses on joint innovation in key scientific fields

Director Michael Kratsios of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy delivered remarks on the U.S.-Japan Technology Prosperity Deal, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the two countries in science and technology.


U.S. offers humanitarian aid after Hurricane Melissa devastates eastern Cuba

In response to the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa in eastern Cuba, the United States government has announced its readiness to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected.


U.S. Embassy donates vehicles to Panama for migration enforcement under expanded agreement

The U.S. Embassy in Panama has donated six vehicles to Panama’s National Migration Service as part of a continuing partnership aimed at addressing illegal immigration.


Maldives faces slower growth amid rising inflation and mounting debt risks

Maldives' economic growth slowed in early 2025, according to the latest Maldives Development Update released on October 30, 2025.


World Bank’s Anna Bjerde addresses APEC summit on technology’s role in development

Anna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations at the World Bank Group, delivered a keynote address at the APEC 2025 CEO Summit in Gyeongju, Korea.


Africa Group II Office releases 2025 annual report highlighting advocacy and development initiatives

The Office of the Executive Director of the Africa Group II has released its 2025 Annual Report, outlining key developments and priorities for the fiscal year.


Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel issues new guidance on cost-effective learning strategies

The Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) is an independent group of researchers established to support evidence-based policymaking in education.


Study explores options for expanding Malaysia’s social pension amid rapid population aging

Malaysia is facing a rapidly aging population, with projections indicating that 14% of its citizens will be aged 65 or older by 2045, increasing to 20% by 2056.


Johnson & Johnson MedTech presents new data on cardiac arrhythmia treatments at APHRS/JHRS

Johnson & Johnson MedTech has announced that new clinical and real-world data from its VARIPULSE Platform, used in pulsed field ablation (PFA) procedures for atrial fibrillation (AF), will be presented at the upcoming Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm...


IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Serbia on second PCI review

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Annette Kyobe visited Belgrade from October 22 to 30, 2025, to discuss the Second Review under Serbia’s Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI).


WhatsApp introduces passkey-enabled encryption for chat backups

WhatsApp has announced a new feature aimed at improving the security of users' chat backups.


Siemens and Capgemini expand collaboration on digital transformation in manufacturing

Siemens and Capgemini have announced an expanded partnership aimed at advancing digital transformation in manufacturing industries.


Howden Re View podcast discusses trends shaping the global MGA market

In the latest episode of The Howden Re View podcast, leaders from Howden Capital Markets & Advisory discuss developments in the global Managing General Agent (MGA) market.