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WASHINGTON / CHILE – Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) Invest is providing a loan of up to $10 million to Servicios Financieros Progreso S.A., to support the financing of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Chile through factoring operations. Factoring is a financial instrument that provides liquidity with a lower risk and borrowing costs. The loan, with an initial term of up to 12 months and renewable for up to three consecutive periods, will promote financing and financial inclusion of an […]

By Caribbean News Global contributor BELIZE / TAIWAN – The following is a statement on Taiwan by the president of the Senate of Belize. “As President of the Senate of Belize and member of the Formosa Club, it is very concerning to learn that the Central American Parliament (PARLACEN) took a harsh decision to terminate the Republic of China’s (Taiwan) permanent observer status on 21 August 2023. For Belize, Taiwan has been and will continue to be a valuable development […]

By Government of St Kitts and Nevis BASSETERRE, St Kitts – Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Drew, addressed the nation recently on St Kitts and Nevis’ Labour Party’s (SKNLP) one-year anniversary and outlined some of the Party’s successes in that period. After Dr Drew consulted with experts during the pandemic, he made the bold decision to lift Covid-19 restrictions. This decision supported the survival of the tourism sector. Dr Drew, shared on social media his gratitude for […]

NEW YORK, USA – On Wednesday, August 23, 2023, Speaker Kevin McCarthy toured JMA Wireless, the only American-owned 5G manufacturer in the United States, with Congressman Brandon Williams (NY-22), who is spearheading policies in Congress to ensure America remains on the cutting edge of adopting and advancing 21st Century technology. A press release from the Speaker of the House reads: “As the Chinese Communist Party seeks to get a foothold in countries around the world by infiltrating them with cheap […]

WASHINGTON / GUATEMALA – The Electoral Observation Mission of the Organization of American States (OAS) expresses its concern about the new actions announced by the Public Ministry (PM) of Guatemala, which has requested information from the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) on members of polling stations, members of the electoral review body, and the coordinators of data entry and voting centers for the elections of June 25 and August 20. The OAS Mission learned of the ministry’s request to withdraw the […]

KRALENDIJK, Bonaire – Wednesday, August 23, 2023, marks a significant step forward in shaping the future of Bonaire’s tourism industry as Tourism Corporation Bonaire (TCB) proudly announces the launch of the Tourism Innovation Project during the press conference. This groundbreaking initiative is a collaborative effort between TCB and Kamer van Koophandel (KvK) as part of their MOU signed together. This initiative is set to bring a new era of tourism experiences. TCB invites all visionary individuals, innovators, businesses, and organizations to […]

TAIPEI, Taiwan – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) has taken note of an Associated Press report that China appears to be constructing an airstrip on Zhongjian (Triton) Island, which is part of the Shisha (Paracel) Islands. “MOFA reiterates that the South China Sea Islands, including the Shisha Islands, are part of the territory of the R.O.C. It is indisputable that the R.O.C. is entitled to all rights over the South China Sea Islands […]

BALTIMORE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation, Inc., along with presenting sponsor A. O. Smith Corporation, announces the 2023 list of Golden Arm Award candidates. All 10 FBS conferences as well as a football independent are represented on the list, rounding out this season’s list at 48 of the nation’s leading quarterbacks. The preseason Watch List, semifinalists, finalists, and award recipient are selected by the distinguished Golden Arm Selection Committee, a group of prominent college football journalists, commentators, announcers, […]

URBANA, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, announced today it has completed the acquisition of the Village of Broadlands water system for $425,000. Illinois American Water’s petition to acquire the system was approved by the Illinois Commerce Commission on June 1, 2023. The newly acquired system adds approximately 155 water customers to the Company’s eastern Illinois service area. Illinois American Water plans to invest in the first year on critical infrastructure including improvements to treatment processes, installation […]