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U.S. Embassy Singapore seeks quotations for awning system replacement
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
The United States Embassy in Singapore has announced plans to issue a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the replacement of an awning system at its premises.
Senegal advances towards universal electricity access amid transformative changes
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Khady, a student from Ndorong Serere, Senegal, now studies under the glow of an electric lamp.
SelectUSA Summit returns in May 2025 for global business investment opportunities
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
The SelectUSA Investment Summit, a prominent event aimed at fostering business investment in the United States, will take place from May 11 to 14, 2025, at National Harbor, Maryland.
Rubio reaffirms US support for democracy in Venezuela during call
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a conversation with Venezuela's recognized president, Edmundo González Urrutia, and opposition leader María Corina Machado.
U.S. Embassy advises Americans to leave North Kivu amid rising insecurity
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Due to escalating armed clashes near Sake in North Kivu, the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa has advised American citizens to relocate to safer areas while airports and borders remain accessible.
Rubio reaffirms US support for Israel in call with Foreign Minister Sa'ar
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, as reported by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
Okonjo-Iweala addresses global challenges at WEF meeting
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
The World Economic Forum's annual meeting took place under the theme "Collaboration for the Intelligent Age," where Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala highlighted the World Trade Organization's (WTO) crucial role in addressing global economic...
U.S. Embassy warns of visa fraud targeting Philippine applicants
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has issued a warning regarding fraudulent emails and messages targeting visa applicants.
Iceland increases support for WTO fish fund with new CHF 200K donation
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Iceland has announced an additional donation of CHF 200,000 to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Fish Fund.
Ethiopia's electrification program transforms rural lives with new solar mini-grids
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
In the remote Ethiopian village of Tum, located near the South Sudan border, Meskerem Tadesse's life has changed dramatically with the introduction of electricity.
Marco Rubio sworn in as Secretary of State with unanimous Senate approval
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Marco Rubio was sworn in as Secretary of State at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, D.C. The ceremony took place on January 21, 2025, with Vice President Vance administering the oath.
Rubio discusses US foreign policy priorities with NATO's Rutte
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to outline President Trump's immediate foreign policy priorities.
Global workshop enhances counternarcotics collaboration among nations
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
From January 21 to 23, a significant workshop took place in Taipei, focusing on international collaboration against narcotrafficking.
Marco Rubio outlines priorities for second Trump administration's State Department
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Serving as the 72nd Secretary of State, Marco Rubio outlines his mission under President Trump's administration.
EUCI co-founder: 'A decentralised product will have different legal consequences in different markets'
By Globe Banner | Jan 24, 2025
Marina Markezic, director and co-founder of the European Crypto Initiative (EUCI), said that a decentralized product will have different "legal" consequences in various markets, with many defined in the EU through the Markets in Crypto-Assets...
Uber and Delta announce partnership for SkyMiles rewards
By J. N. Schiel | Jan 23, 2025
Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber, announced that the company will partner with Delta Air Lines starting this spring to offer SkyMiles rewards for Uber rides and deliveries.
CEO of YWCA Canada: 'Driving Change' partnership with Uber is 'key to building safer and more equitable communities'
By B. J. Milam | Jan 23, 2025
Aline Nizigama, CEO of YWCA Canada, said that Uber's Driving Change initiative is "the key to building safer and more equitable communities across Canada."
Quad foreign ministers commit to free Indo-Pacific amid rising threats
By Globe Banner | Jan 23, 2025
The Secretary of State of the United States, along with the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan, convened in Washington D.C. to issue a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.
Marco Rubio addresses employees as Secretary; outlines goals for State Department
By Globe Banner | Jan 23, 2025
Secretary Marco Rubio addressed employees, marking his first day on the job.
US consular services scheduled in Noumea by US Embassy Suva
By Globe Banner | Jan 23, 2025
The United States Embassy in Suva, Fiji, has announced that it will provide consular services to U.S. citizens in Noumea, New Caledonia on February 20-21, 2025.