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Bishwa Ijtema event prompts safety reminders amid expected traffic disruptions
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Bishwa Ijtema, the world's second-largest Muslim gathering, is set to take place from January 31 to February 6 and again from February 14 to 18, 2025.
OSCE Secretary General receives U.S. support amid European security challenges
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu has been welcomed to the Permanent Council, with congratulations on his recent appointment and birthday.
Zimbabwe urged to boost agriculture resilience against climate shocks
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Zimbabwe is urged to strengthen its resilience against climate-related shocks, with a particular focus on agriculture, according to the Zimbabwe Economic Update (ZEU) released on January 31, 2025.
U.S. Embassy to issue redesigned Bridge visas starting February 2025
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in La Paz is set to introduce a new type of visa known as the Bridge visa, starting February 2025.
World Bank report urges revenue boost for sustainable investments in Kazakhstan
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The World Bank has released a new economic update on Kazakhstan titled "Funding the Future: Boosting Revenues for Lasting Investments."
IMF reviews Greece's economic outlook amid fiscal improvements
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently concluded its 2025 Article IV consultation mission in Greece, highlighting a favorable near-term economic outlook with sustained real GDP growth.
IMF concludes Article IV consultation highlighting challenges and prospects for South Africa
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation with South Africa, assessing the country's economic performance and outlook.
KfW Award Urban Living seeks entries from municipalities for innovative projects
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Applications for the KfW Award Urban Living 2025 are open until March 17, 2025.
U.S. ambassador presents WWII photos to Papua New Guinea's governor-general
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
U.S. Ambassador Ann Marie Yastishock recently presented rare World War II photographs to Papua New Guinea's Governor-General Bob Dadae.
FSB MENA group discusses cross-border payments and crypto-asset regulation
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) Regional Consultative Group for the Middle East and North Africa (RCG MENA) convened on January 29-30, 2025, in Sharm El Sheikh.
Russia urged to negotiate as conflict with Ukraine intensifies
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
It has been nearly three years since Russia initiated its full-scale war against Ukraine, violating Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Belarus election raises concerns over repression and lack of transparency
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The recent presidential election in Belarus, held on January 26, took place in an environment marked by repression.
World Bank report outlines climate strategy for Moldova's economic revival
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Effective climate action could play a crucial role in revitalizing Moldova's economy, creating jobs, and protecting its citizens from extreme weather events, according to the World Bank Group’s Moldova Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR).
U.S.-Papua New Guinea mark 50 years with new logo unveiling
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby has unveiled a new logo and slogan to commemorate 50 years of Papua New Guinea's independence and the diplomatic relationship between the two nations.
US Embassy in Abuja announces sealed bid auction sale dates
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
The United States Embassy in Abuja is set to conduct a sealed bid auction sale of used furniture, appliances, and empty shipping containers.
Report urges action on boosting women’s roles in global transport sector
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
A new report released today emphasizes the need for increased women's employment in the transport sector, highlighting various benefits of gender equality.
Marco Rubio outlines vision as Secretary of State
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Marco Rubio, the newly appointed Secretary of State, addressed employees on January 21, 2025.
Trump administration's state department focuses on national interest
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Marco Rubio, the Secretary of State under President Trump, outlined the priorities and mission of the Department of State for the second Trump administration.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Cameroon on economic program reviews
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ms.
Zimbabwe focuses on climate resilience amid positive economic outlook
By Globe Banner | Jan 30, 2025
Zimbabwe is experiencing a positive economic outlook as it recovers from the 2019/20 COVID-19 recession and the 2024 El Niño-related drought, according to the fifth Zimbabwe Economic Update (ZEU) released today.