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IMF discusses audit findings during visit to Senegal

A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Edward Gemayel, recently concluded a visit to Senegal.


Biological Weapons Convention marks half-century milestone

Fifty years have passed since the international community took a significant step toward eliminating biological weapons with the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC).


Consular team set to visit Porto on April 30 for service provision

The consular team is scheduled to visit Porto on April 30, 2025, to offer various services.


U.S. consular officer visiting Goiania for passport and birth report services

Consular representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Brasilia will visit Goiania, Goias, on April 10, 2025.


Bangkok's strategy against urban heating crisis outlined in new report

Bangkok is facing significant challenges due to rising urban heat, according to a report by the World Bank and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) released today.


World Bank sanctions Gabonese executive for corrupt practice involving railway project

The World Bank Group has imposed an eight-month sanction on Christian Magni, a Gabonese national, due to his involvement in a corrupt practice related to an International Finance Corporation (IFC) investment in Société d’Exploitation du...


U.S. Embassy announces passport services in Panajachel in April 2025

Passport services for U.S. citizens will be available in Panajachel, Sololá, as announced by the U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services unit.


WTO members discuss trade provisions, GCC Customs Union, and digital infrastructure needs

Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have advanced discussions on revitalizing trade and development, examining special and differential treatment provisions based on a WTO Secretariat analysis.


World Bank approves $200 million aid for Bangladesh's social protection system

The World Bank has approved a $200 million initiative to enhance Bangladesh's social protection system.


Honeywell expands operations in Uzbekistan to boost industrial sector

The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent has announced the establishment of Honeywell Industrial Automation LLC, a new legal entity aimed at strengthening commercial ties between the United States and Uzbekistan.


U.S. Embassy in Seoul may accept certain I-130 filings under exceptional circumstances

The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has announced that it may accept the filing of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, from petitioners who believe they have exceptional circumstances as defined by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services...


Rosa María Payá named as U.S. candidate for Inter-American Commission on Human Rights

The United States has put forward Rosa María Payá as a candidate for the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR).


Demonstration planned near U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur on March 28

A demonstration is planned near the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on March 28, 2025.


Ambassador discusses opportunities at Select USA Investment Summit

Ambassador Robin Dunnigan recently addressed the media at a SelectUSA event, discussing the upcoming Select USA Investment Summit scheduled for May in Washington D.C. She highlighted the significance of this summit as a premier event organized by...


U.S. Embassy warns of ongoing violent protest in Monrovia

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia has issued a security alert for U.S. citizens due to ongoing violent protests near the Capitol Bypass and University of Liberia area.


ING's climate goals receive validation from Science Based Targets initiative

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated ING's emission reduction targets, confirming their alignment with the latest scientific standards and international goals for limiting global warming.


Crypto Price Overview: March 24, 2025

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Coin & more: Today's crypto overview — March 24, 2025


Trump administration enforces strict measures against illegal immigration

President Trump is taking steps to ensure U.S. immigration laws are enforced.


Trump administration enforces strict measures against illegal immigration

President Trump is reinforcing U.S. immigration laws to ensure national safety and prosperity.


Education reforms persist in Ukraine despite war-induced challenges

Ukraine's education system continues to function amid the challenges of war, with students like 13-year-old Uliana adapting to new learning environments.