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Meta report highlights six growth levers for Indian startups

As India's startup ecosystem enters a new phase of growth, businesses are increasingly turning to digital innovation.


Swansea researcher wins prestigious award for contributions to luminescent materials

Dr. Emrys Evans from Swansea University has been awarded the Materials Chemistry Early Career Prize by the Royal Society of Chemistry.


New Zealand supports WTO Fish Fund with NZ$150k contribution

New Zealand has contributed NZ$ 150,000 to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Fisheries Funding Mechanism.


World Bank highlights economic challenges facing Gabon amid rising poverty

The World Bank has released the Gabon Economic Update 2025, providing an analysis of Gabon's recent economic developments with a thematic focus on national wealth.


KfW completes roadmap for digital heating subsidy submissions

KfW has reached the final stage of its promotional roadmap for heating system replacement subsidies, enabling municipalities to submit evidence digitally.


US GDP falls as imports rise; first-quarter economic performance shows mixed results

Real gross domestic product (GDP) in the United States fell at an annual rate of 0.5 percent in the first quarter of 2025, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.


World Bank Group partners with IAEA on nuclear energy initiative

PARIS, June 26, 2025—The World Bank Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have formalized a partnership to support the use of nuclear energy in developing countries.


Dale Walsh joins Barclays as global head of credit distribution

Barclays has announced the appointment of Dale Walsh as the Global Head of Credit Distribution and Product for its Private Bank and Wealth Management division.


KfW appoints Dr. Susanne Maurenbrecher as general manager starting October 2025

The Executive Board of KfW has announced the appointment of Dr. Susanne Maurenbrecher as General Manager, effective October 1, 2025.


World Bank partners with IAEA to advance nuclear energy initiatives

On June 26, 2025, World Bank Group President Ajay Banga and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi formalized a partnership agreement aimed at advancing nuclear energy initiatives.


World Bank supports Colombian capital market growth through innovative funds

Colombia's capital markets are experiencing growth, supported by two projects under the Sustainable Finance Facility (SFF).


World Bank partners with IAEA on safe use of nuclear energy

The World Bank Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have entered into a partnership to promote the use of nuclear energy in developing countries.


U.S.-Mexico relations celebrated at Independence Day event in Mexico

Ambassador Ronald Johnson delivered remarks in Mexico on June 26, 2025, during a celebration of U.S. Independence Day.


Sri Lanka and India tackle urbanization challenges through innovative projects

Urbanization is a powerful tool for sustainable development and job creation, yet it poses challenges related to inclusion, sustainability, and service provision.


UN official calls for return to founding principles at 80th anniversary event

Eighty years ago, delegates from 50 nations convened in San Francisco to sign the United Nations Charter.


United States co-sponsors UN symposium addressing global abduction issues

An online symposium on the issue of abductions was held at the United Nations, led by Ambassador Yamazaki Kazuyuki, Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa, and the Japanese government.


U.S.-Slovenia relations highlighted at Independence Day celebration

The United States Embassy in Slovenia recently hosted an event celebrating the 249th Independence Day of the United States.


Board game exploring disability history wins international award

The board game "Legless in London," which explores the experiences of lower-limb amputees in Victorian London, has won an international award.


Co-founder of Wayve receives prestigious engineering award

Alex Kendall, CEO and Co-Founder of Wayve, has been awarded the Princess Royal Silver Medal by the Royal Academy of Engineering.


US highlights milestones at COPUOS session

The United States delivered a statement at the 68th session of the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) in Vienna, Austria, on June 26, 2025.