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Embassies urge South Sudan's leaders for dialogue amid Upper Nile violence

The embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation of the European Union, have expressed concern over ongoing violence in Upper Nile State.


U.S. envoy criticizes Hamas at UN briefing amid Middle East tensions

Ambassador Dorothy Shea, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim, addressed a UN Security Council briefing on the Middle East situation.


Siemens announces workforce adjustments amid shifting market demands

Siemens has announced plans to adjust its workforce and business strategies in response to changing market demands.


Consumer confidence falls to its lowest since October 2024

Consumer confidence recently experienced a notable decline, with the index dropping 3.1 points to 83.8.


ANZ podcast hits one million listens milestone

ANZ has announced a significant achievement as its daily finance and economics podcast, "5 in 5 with ANZ," surpasses one million listens.


World Bank funds $162M for resilient roads in Espírito Santo

The World Bank has approved a financing package of $162.4 million to enhance road infrastructure resilience, safety, and sustainability in Espírito Santo, Brazil.


BaFin announces another warning on unauthorized services by Quantum AI

The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a consumer warning regarding Bit-Wise, a company offering unauthorized crypto and financial services through a new website.


World Bank emphasizes human capital investment for growth in Guinea-Bissau

Some key findings from the Human Capital Review, a recent World Bank report, emphasize the importance of strengthening human capital in Guinea-Bissau to reduce poverty and foster sustainable growth.


World Bank Group's digital summit focuses on bridging the digital divide

The World Bank Group held its second annual Global Digital Summit on March 18, 2025, in Washington.


Digital industrialization's role in enhancing e-commerce discussed by WTO members

Members recently discussed the role of digital industrialization and technology transfer in enhancing e-commerce.


U.S. congratulates new OAS Secretary General; calls for

The United States has expressed its congratulations to Foreign Minister Ramdin on his election as the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS).


Homebuyers face extra costs as stamp duty deadline approaches

Data from Barclays Property Insights reveals a significant increase in mortgage completions and first-time buyer purchases following recent changes to the stamp duty.


U.S. Embassy offers remote consular services in Davao City March 25

The U.S. Embassy’s American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit, along with representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Philippine Retirement Agency (PRA), will host a remote services event in Davao City, Philippines, on...


Lake Victoria faces pollution crisis; regional efforts underway

Lake Victoria, a vital resource for East Africa, is facing significant environmental challenges.


World Bank extends aid for rural home construction in earthquake-hit Türkiye

The World Bank has announced additional funding of €200 million ($207.5 million) to support the construction of rural homes in Türkiye, following the devastating earthquakes in February 2023.


US issues travel advisory for specific regions in Kenya

The U.S. State Department has issued a travel advisory for Kenya, urging caution due to concerns over crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and kidnapping.


ING progresses with €2 billion share buyback plan

ING has provided an update on its ongoing €2.0 billion share buyback programme, initially announced on October 31, 2024.


World Bank funds Sergipe's move towards improved connectivity and energy efficiency

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a $53.6 million financing package to improve digital infrastructure, expand broadband access, increase energy efficiency, and modernize public services in Sergipe, Brazil.


International trade agreements advance economic relations among key global partners

The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement, which covers trade in goods and services, became effective on December 29, 2022.


US announces visa restrictions over forced returns of Uyghurs

The United States has announced a new visa restriction policy targeting foreign government officials involved in the forced return of Uyghurs and other ethnic or religious groups to China.