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Johannes Zutt named vice president for South Asia at World Bank
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The World Bank has announced the appointment of Johannes Zutt as the new Vice President for the South Asia Region, effective July 1, 2025.
World Bank highlights rising extreme poverty due to conflict and instability
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Conflict and instability are significantly impacting 39 global economies, exacerbating extreme poverty and hunger while hindering progress on development goals, as revealed by a comprehensive World Bank assessment.
U.S. Embassy opens applications for Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026-2027
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Conakry has announced the opening of applications for the 2026–2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.
UN discusses peace efforts amid ongoing challenges in eastern Congo
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Thank you, Madam President.
U.S Bureau reports decline in personal income for May
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Personal income in the United States saw a decline of $109.6 billion, or 0.4 percent, in May, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
IMF concludes first review under extended fund facility for El Salvador
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded El Salvador's 2025 Article IV consultation and completed the first review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement.
United Nations discusses solutions for ongoing crisis in Sudan
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Thank you, Madam President.
New vaccines research facility begins construction at University’s Old Road Campus
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Construction has commenced on the Cyrus Poonawalla Vaccines Research Building, a new facility located on the University’s Old Road Campus.
U.S., Kyrgyz forces collaborate in Ak Shumkar 2025 military exercise
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
U.S. Air Forces Central and the Montana Army and Air National Guard collaborated with the Kyrgyz Republic for the Ak Shumkar 2025 exercise from June 23 to June 27.
Security alert issued for Muharram events in Pakistan
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Numerous processions associated with Muharram are anticipated in Pakistan from June 27 to July 7, 2025.
USCIRF delegation discusses religious freedom during Kazakhstan visit
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
A delegation from the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) recently visited Kazakhstan from June 22 to 26.
KfW IPEX-Bank finances EUR 200 million loan for Turkish-Austrian trade
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
KfW IPEX-Bank has extended a EUR 200 million loan to Türk Eximbank, Türkiye's state export credit agency.
World Bank approves $50 million for education improvement in Sri Lanka
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
An additional financing package of $50 million has been approved by the World Bank to support education in Sri Lanka.
U.S. Embassy announces outreach visits in Anguilla and St. Martin
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
A U.S. Embassy consular officer is set to visit Anguilla and St. Martin to accept applications for U.S. passports and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad.
IMF completes reviews under PCI and RSF arrangements for Paraguay
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed its fifth review under the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) and the third review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) for Paraguay.
United States nominates Rosa María Payá for Inter-American Commission on Human Rights
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The United States has nominated Rosa María Payá for a position as commissioner on the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR).
UK ambassador visits University of Cambridge for discussions on tech collaboration
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
UK Ambassador to the United States, Lord Mandelson, recently visited the University of Cambridge to explore its innovation strengths and growing partnerships with the USA.
U.S.-Serbia military cooperation strengthened through "Platinum Wolf 25" exercise
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The "Platinum Wolf 25" multinational tactical exercise took place at South Base near Bujanovac from June 12-27, 2025.
U.S. Embassy maintains Level One travel advisory for Barbados
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has issued a reminder that the Travel Advisory for Barbados remains at Level One, advising travelers to "Exercise Normal Precautions."
Understanding U.S. casualty exposure: Opportunities for global businesses
By Globe Banner | Jun 27, 2025
Wolfram-Ferdinand Schultz, Head of Casualty Treaty for Continental Europe at Howden Re, has provided insights into the complexities of U.S. casualty exposure for non-U.S. companies.