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Julie Eadeh begins tenure as U.S. Consul General in Hong Kong

Julie Eadeh has arrived in Hong Kong to take up her role as the new U.S. Consul General, following the departure of Greg May last month.


U.S. Embassy in Timor-Leste announces FY2025 funding opportunities for local projects

The U.S. Embassy in Timor-Leste has announced the availability of funding for its Fiscal Year 2025 Program.


U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat announces auction of surplus generator

The U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat will hold an in-person auction on September 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at its warehouse facility located at Archabil 28.


American Institute in Taiwan seeks AC maintenance providers for Kaohsiung office

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has announced a solicitation for air conditioning maintenance and cleaning services at its Kaohsiung office.


Samsung unveils premium built-in kitchen appliances at IFA 2025

Samsung Electronics has announced that it will introduce a new range of premium built-in kitchen appliances at IFA 2025.


NCUA seeks stakeholder input at upcoming strategic plan town hall

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) will hold a Strategic Plan Town Hall on Tuesday, September 9 at 2 p.m. Eastern.


USS Tulsa makes port call in Colombo to strengthen U.S.–Sri Lanka maritime ties

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has announced the arrival of the USS Tulsa (LCS 16), an Independence-variant littoral combat ship, at the Port of Colombo on August 27, 2025.


Sinopec subsidiary partners on large-scale green hydrogen project in Saudi Arabia

Sinopec Guangzhou Engineering Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of SINOPEC Engineering (Group) Co., Ltd. (SEG), has entered into a joint venture with Spanish company Técnicas Reunidas to provide engineering services for a major green hydrogen and green...


U.S. Embassy in Manama seeks proposals for video and photo production services

The U.S. Embassy in Manama has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking professional video and photo production services.


Kosovo lifts tariffs on U.S. goods to boost trade relations

Kosovo has officially lifted customs tariffs on products from the United States, a move celebrated by both U.S. and Kosovan officials as a step toward strengthening economic ties between the two countries.


Yuanta Financial Holding Co., Ltd. advances DEI efforts with annual supplier conference

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) continues its focus on building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace as part of its broader sustainability goals.


U.S. extends C1/D visa validity for Zimbabweans as Harare embassy maintains service pause

The United States has extended the validity of C1/D visas, which are issued to transit and crew members, for Zimbabwean applicants.


Axis Capital executives to speak at KBW Insurance Conference in New York

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has announced that its President and CEO, Vince Tizzio, along with Chief Financial Officer Peter Vogt, will present at the 2025 KBW Insurance Conference in New York.


U.S. Embassy in Tunis seeks instructors for French and Tunisian dialect courses

The U.S. Embassy in Tunis has announced a job opportunity for part-time language instructors to teach French and the Tunisian dialect as part of its Post Language Program.


U.S., Japan, ROK hold forum with Mandiant on countering North Korean IT worker threats

The U.S. Department of State, along with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (ROK), joined Mandiant to co-host a forum in Tokyo on August 26.


Enlistment guidelines for U.S. citizens in Belgium seeking to join armed forces

U.S. citizens in Belgium who are interested in enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces must meet certain requirements, according to information provided for inquiries from Belgium.


Chargé d’Affaires Purcell visits Batumi and Poti to promote economic ties

Chargé d’Affaires Alan Purcell visited the Georgian cities of Batumi and Poti last week, meeting with local partners and touring important ports and businesses to highlight ongoing economic cooperation between the United States and Georgia.


IMF reaffirms Chile's access to Flexible Credit Line after mid-term review

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has completed its mid-term review of Chile’s qualification under the Flexible Credit Line (FCL) arrangement, reaffirming the country’s continued eligibility to access FCL resources.


Volkswagen’s Elli launches green energy trading service for external companies

Elli, the charging and energy brand of Volkswagen Group, has announced the launch of its new Energy Trading as a Service offering.


Keith Morton retiring after nearly four decades at NCUA

Keith Morton, Regional Director of the Southern Region at the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), will retire on August 29, 2025.