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U.S. Mission seeks firms for renovation at Chief of Mission Residence in Mies

The U.S. Mission in Geneva has announced a need for an A&E study to ensure the Chief of Mission Residence in Mies complies with accessibility standards.


UBS Group AG plans redemption of $600 million senior notes

UBS has officially announced its plan to redeem the entirety of its US$600,000,000 Floating Rate Callable Senior Notes, which were due in May 2026.


IMF and Madagascar reach staff-level agreement on economic program reviews

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Constant Lonkeng, engaged in discussions with Malagasy authorities from April 2 to 14, 2025, in Antananarivo.


U.S. opposes Francesca Albanese's role as UN Special Rapporteur

The United States has reiterated its strong objection to Francesca Albanese's role as the United Nations Special Rapporteur on human rights in the Palestinian territories.


OFAC updates sanctions regulations with new general license for Ansarallah transactions

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a new general license, No. 23A, which pertains to transactions involving Ansarallah under the Foreign Terrorist Organizations Sanctions Regulations (FTOSR)...


Djibouti opens second American Corner at national library

On April 13, 2025, an event at the Djibouti National Library marked the opening of Djibouti’s second American Corner, aiming to strengthen ties between the United States and Djibouti.


U.S. program in Brunei focuses on developing game design skills

The U.S. Embassy in Brunei Darussalam, in collaboration with the Serious Games Institute at George Mason University and Washington, D.C.-based Company E, has launched a 14-week training program focused on game design, programming, and animation.


UOB updates financing frameworks to support SMEs' green transitions

UOB has announced initiatives to enhance its support for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in sectoral value chains, facilitating their access to sustainable financing through its Sustainable Financing Frameworks.


US State Department official aims to strengthen energy ties with Papua New Guinea

Kim Harrington, the Acting Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Energy and Natural Resources, is currently visiting Papua New Guinea.


Research reveals link between farming, governance, and wealth inequality in ancient societies

A new analysis of archaeological data suggests that wealth inequality in past societies may have been shaped significantly by ecological and political conditions, rather than being an inevitable outcome of farming.


IMF reaches agreement on Ghana’s fourth review under extended credit facility

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement concerning the fourth review of Ghana’s economic program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).


Major Velena Iga receives International Women of Courage Award in Washington, D.C

Major Velena Iga of Papua New Guinea has been honored with the International Women of Courage Award at a ceremony held in Washington, D.C. The event was led by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and First Lady Melania Trump, celebrating eight...


Sun Life honored as a top workplace for five years by USA Today

Sun Life U.S., headquartered in Wellesley, Massachusetts, has once again been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today.


United States extends condolences after missile attack in Sumy

The United States has expressed profound condolences in response to a missile attack in Sumy.


U.S. Embassy Banjul seeks bids for MSGR CCTV project by May 2 deadline

The U.S. Embassy in Banjul has issued an invitation for quotations from qualified vendors for the MSGR CCTV Project, Ref: PR15212097.


US Embassy Nassau seeks qualified suppliers for anti-climb gate system

The US Embassy in Nassau has issued a call for proposals for an anti-climb gate system, inviting qualified suppliers to provide necessary equipment and materials.


U.S. Army SATMO strengthens ties with PNGDF through comprehensive training program

The United States Army's Security Assistance Training Management Organization (SATMO) is progressing with its training program for the Papua New Guinea Defense Force (PNGDF).


UK consumers embrace British-made products amid import cost concerns

UK consumers are showing a strong commitment to locally made products, as concerns about the rising cost of imported goods grow.


IFC and Suzano S.A. promote sustainable forestry with new greenfield pulp mill in Brazil

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), in collaboration with Suzano S.A., has initiated a project aimed at fostering sustainable forestry practices in Brazil.


Buangan focuses on regional ties during visit to Mongolia's west

U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia Richard L. Buangan, along with a delegation from the U.S. Embassy, visited the westernmost provinces of Mongolia—Khovd, Bayan-Ulgii, and Uvs—in late March.