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Bank DBS Indonesia launches unsecured funding for SMEs with social impact

Bank DBS Indonesia has announced the launch of a new funding initiative aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a social impact.



Agricultural committee reviews global food security challenges

Members of the agricultural community recently reviewed farm policies, food security, technology transfer, and transparency issues.


Insurance strategies address growing impact of natural disasters

Natural disasters, such as floods, droughts, earthquakes, and extreme heat, are becoming more frequent and costly due to climate change, urbanization, population growth, and increased construction in high-risk areas.


IMF outlines strategies for reviving economic growth in Chile

Chile's economic growth, once a hallmark of success in Latin America during the 1990s with an average annual growth rate of 6.2 percent, has seen a significant decline over the past two decades.


Sinopec Star's CGCOC Group completes four major projects in Nigeria

Four projects in Nigeria, undertaken by CGCOC Group, a joint venture of Sinopec Star company, have recently been completed.


U.S. Embassy issues alert over potential threats in Sweden

The U.S. Embassy in Stockholm has issued a security alert following reports from Swedish media that Iran may be exerting pressure on local criminal gangs, including the Foxtrot Network, to carry out attacks against U.S. and Israeli interests in...


U.S.-Africa summit highlights role of peace in boosting trade opportunities

The U.S.-Africa Business Summit held in Luanda, Angola, underscored the importance of peace and stability in fostering cross-border trade and critical mineral supply chains.


Hungarian Parliament enacts new restrictions on public assemblies

The Hungarian Parliament has enacted a law on March 18, 2025, that impacts public events and assemblies.


IMF completes fourth review under Comoros' extended credit facility

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the fourth review under the Union of the Comoros’ Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.


Report warns of rising global wildfire threats amid climate change

Allianz Commercial has released a report emphasizing the increasing threat of wildfires globally.


Rising temperatures may cut GDP by 2.5% annually in European cities by 2050

Cities in Europe and Central Asia face significant challenges due to rising temperatures, which could result in a decrease of 2.5% in annual GDP by 2050.


U.S. sanctions leader of Tren de Aragua for terrorist activities

The United States has imposed sanctions on a key leader of the Tren de Aragua (TdA), a Foreign Terrorist Organization originating from Venezuela.


Cities must prepare for increasing extreme heat events

Cities in Europe and Central Asia are facing a significant increase in the number of hot days, which could more than triple by 2050.


US-Nigeria partnership launches working groups focusing on key economic sectors

Senior representatives from the United States and Nigeria, along with business leaders from both countries, gathered in Abuja to initiate the working group meetings of the United States–Nigeria Commercial and Investment Partnership (CIP).


IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Iceland; outlines economic outlook

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board completed the Article IV Consultation for Iceland on June 16, 2025.


U.S. participates in June 23, 2025 DSB meeting

The United States participated in the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) meeting on June 23, 2025.


World Bank approves $194M for education and water projects in Balochistan

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved $194 million for two projects aimed at improving education and water security in Balochistan, Pakistan.


US-Trinidad collaboration leads to $25M cocaine seizure in Portugal

Security cooperation between the United States and Trinidad and Tobago has led to a significant drug seizure in Portugal.


DBS leads $80M green finance facility for Aseem Infrastructure

DBS Bank has successfully completed Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited's (AIFL) first External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) and green loan amounting to USD 80 million.