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U.S. Embassy in Niamey seeks BAS maintenance service providers

The U.S. Embassy in Niamey has announced a request for quotations from qualified companies to conduct preventative maintenance services for their Building Automation System (BAS).


Students explore art at U.S. Embassy event in Cabo Verde

On February 25, a group of 40 students from ESAD (Abílio Duarte Secondary School) attended an artistic event at the U.S. Embassy’s Recreation Center in Achada Santo António.


U.S. engages at 68th Commission on Narcotic Drugs meeting

The United States is participating in the 68th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), which was established by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) resolution 9(I) in 1946.


WTO welcomes new participants in French Irish Mission and Netherlands Talent programmes

DDG Zhang has extended a welcome to participants in two World Trade Organization (WTO) technical assistance programs.


Fuego volcano eruption prompts safety measures in Guatemala

Guatemala's National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology, and Hydrology (INSIVUMEH) has reported a significant increase in volcanic activity from the Fuego volcano as of March 9.


Standard Chartered launches new club for ultra-high-net-worth client investments

Standard Chartered has introduced the Private Markets Co-Investment Club (CIC) for ultra-high-net-worth clients, offering them access to private market co-investment opportunities worldwide.


World Bank suggests roadmap for eradicating extreme poverty in Mexico

The World Bank has released a new Poverty and Equity Report on Mexico, suggesting that the eradication of extreme poverty in the country can be achieved through targeted public policy.


Mexico's path to eradicating extreme poverty: Key policy recommendations

The report on poverty reduction in Mexico outlines three key policy areas necessary for eradicating extreme poverty: inclusive growth, efficient social policy, and infrastructure to address vulnerability.


Demographic changes challenge German SMEs with recruitment issues

The demographic trends in Germany are presenting significant challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to recent findings from the KfW SME Panel of September 2024.


ING progresses with share buyback programme

ING has reported progress on its €2.0 billion share buyback program, initially announced on October 31, 2024.


Business founder on Binance France allegations: 'What is this madness?'

French authorities have initiated a judicial investigation into Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, over allegations of money laundering, tax fraud, and drug trafficking.


Binance enhances token listings with user-driven voting system

Binance announced the enhancement of its listing mechanism and the introduction of a Community Co-Governance Mechanism for Listings to provide users with a stronger voice in the process.


March 9, 2025: What happened in crypto today?

Tracking today’s crypto price changes across Binance Coin, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other key cryptocurrencies on March 9, 2025.


American Institute seeks Taipei hotel for July reception

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) is seeking a reception package at a five-star hotel for an event scheduled on the evening of July 2, 2025.


Ambassador Shea addresses UN Security Council on Afghan stability challenges

Thank you, Madam President, and thank you SRSG Roza Otunbayeva for your briefing.


Macquarie hosts EMEA investor tour focusing on regional business updates

Macquarie Group Limited is conducting its 2025 EMEA Investor Tour from March 10 to March 13 in Paris and London.


U.S. Embassy reminds visa applicants to complete DS 260 form accurately

The U.S. Embassy has issued an important reminder to all individuals applying for immigrant visas.


Guidelines for reapplying for a U.S. visa after a refusal

A visa refusal under section 214(b) is specific to the application it concerns, with no appeal process available.


World Bank supports Albania’s digital transformation with $80 million funding

The World Bank Group's Board of Executive Directors has approved an additional $80 million in financing to support Albania's public sector modernization and digital transformation agenda.


Fubon Financial reports strong earnings growth across subsidiaries in February

Fubon Financial Holdings has announced its earnings results for February 2025, reporting an unaudited consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$18.11 billion and a net profit of NT$14.80 billion.