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U.S. consular team schedules visit to Tonga for citizen services in September
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has announced that consular officials will visit Tonga from September 8 to 12, 2025.
U.S. Consulate General Porto Alegre issues alert ahead of planned demonstration
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
A demonstration is scheduled to occur in front of the U.S. Consulate General in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on August 19, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM.
U.S., Panama conduct joint jungle training as part of security partnership
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
U.S. Navy Admiral Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Panama on August 17-18 to observe the joint U.S.-Panamanian Jungle Orientation Course at the Aeronaval Headquarters Cristóbal Colón Base.
Trump hosts European leaders at White House amid renewed Ukraine peace talks
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
As President Donald J. Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and several European leaders at the White House, discussions focused on efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Dewey Moore appointed principal officer at U.S. Consulate Busan
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Dewey Moore has assumed the role of Principal Officer at the U.S. Consulate in Busan as of August 18, 2025.
U.S., Hungary announce new Fulbright partnership at science exhibition
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, Palladino, delivered remarks at the opening of the exhibition “Martians – Hungarian Scientists and Nobel Laureates” in Budapest.
Countries fail to reach consensus at Geneva talks on global plastics treaty
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Countries participating in the resumed fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) in Geneva, Switzerland, were unable to agree on a final text for a new international agreement aimed at addressing plastic pollution.
Kim McClure appointed deputy chief of mission at U.S. Embassy Lom
By Globe Banner | Aug 26, 2025
Kim McClure has been named Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Lomé, Togo.
U.S. Embassy in Mongolia updates visa interview requirements for all ages
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
Effective September 2, 2025, the U.S. Embassy in Mongolia will require all individuals applying for a U.S. visa to attend their interview in person, regardless of age.
Fulbright Specialist Program offers exchange opportunities for Tunisian institutions ahead of America’s 250th anniversary
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
The Fulbright Specialist Program will offer Tunisian institutions the chance to host American academics and professionals in 2026, marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
U.S. Embassy Nassau announces temporary closure during move to new location
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Nassau, Bahamas has announced it will be moving to a new location at 235 Shirley Street.
Ambassador Popp highlights U.S.-Uganda partnership at National Deaf Conference in Kitgum
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
Ambassador William W. Popp addressed the National Deaf and Hearing Conference at YY Okot Memorial College in Kitgum, highlighting ongoing cooperation between the United States and Ugandan communities through initiatives like the U.S. Peace Corps.
Fubon Financial Holdings posts record profit for H1 2025 amid strong subsidiary performance
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings has reported a net income of NT$51.38 billion for the first half of 2025, with earnings per share (EPS) reaching NT$3.49.
OrganOx recognized for organ preservation innovation originating from Oxford
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
OrganOx, a company specializing in organ preservation technology, was founded in 2008 by engineering professor Constantin Coussios and transplant surgeon Peter Friend.
U.S. Embassy Dili seeks bids to repaint Chief of Mission Residence interior walls
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Dili has issued a request for quotations from professional construction companies with experience in painting services for the project to repaint the interior walls of the Chief of Mission Residence (CMR).
Allianz Group reports financial performance and sustainability leadership for first half of 2025
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
The Allianz Group operates as a global insurer and asset manager, providing services to both private individuals and corporate clients in nearly 70 countries.
U.S. Embassy Doha requires in-person interviews for all nonimmigrant visa applicants
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Doha has announced changes to its nonimmigrant visa interview waiver procedures.
Sinopec subsidiaries report higher profits and record contracts in first half of 2025
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
Sinopec Engineering (Group) Co., Ltd. (SEG) and Sinopec Oilfield Service Corporation (SSC), both listed companies under Sinopec, have released their interim financial results for 2025 in Hong Kong SAR.
U.S. Embassy outlines end date for interview waivers on certain petition-based visas
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean has announced that the Interview Waiver (IW) process for certain petition-based nonimmigrant visas will remain available until September 2, 2025.
U.S. Embassy in Dominican Republic requires online payment for CRBA appointments
By Globe Banner | Aug 25, 2025
Applicants seeking a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) are now required to pay the application fee through Pay.gov before their appointment.