Press Releases

Europe and Eurasia: Statement on the Occasion of Andorra's National Day

On behalf of President Obama and the American people, I extend my best wishes to the people of Andorra as they celebrate Our Lady of Meritxell’s Day on September 8. Our strong bilateral ties with Andorra expand beyond our almost 20 years of...

FIFA Imposes USD185,000 Fine on Albanian Football Association

(MENAFN) FIFA has imposed a 161,500 Swiss franc ($185,000) fine on the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) and mandated that at least 20% of stadium seating remain closed during Albania’s upcoming home match. The disciplinary actions follow fan...

UNESCO strengthens fire resilience in the Pantanal and Cerrado with support from local communities

The initiative aims to protect areas recognized as World Natural Heritage Sites and Biosphere Reserves through the Heritage Emergency Fund (HEF). UNESCO is intensifying its efforts in Brazil to protect areas recognized as World Natural Heritage...

FIFA Penalizes Albanian Football Association

(MENAFN) FIFA has imposed a fine of 161,500 Swiss francs (roughly $185,000) on the Albanian Football Association (FSHF) and has mandated the closure of at least 20% of stadium seating for Albania’s next home match. The punishment follows fan...

EU Balance of Payments and International Investment Position statistical sources and methods - B.o.p. and i.i.p. e-book

Introduction The European Central Bank (ECB), with the support of the European System of Central Bank’s (ESCB’s) Statistics Committee, compiles and publishes the balance of payments (b.o.p.) and the international investment position (i.i.p.) of...

Europe and Eurasia: Andorra

More information about Andorra is available on the Andorra Page and from other Department of State publications and other sources listed at the end of this fact sheet. U.S.-ANDORRA RELATIONS The United States established diplomatic relations with...

PRAAMS transforms brokerage and asset management with innovative wealthtech solutions

PRAAMS announces the launch of its latest IT solution for brokers and asset managers to reshape the competitive landscape in the financial services industry. ANDORRA LA VELLA, ANDORRA LA VELLA, ANDORRA, October 8, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ --...

OSCE leads regional effort to prevent youth violence across South-Eastern Europe

As peer violence and early criminal behavior among young people become growing concerns, the OSCE held an intensive two-day regional training in Jahorina, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on 2 and 3 July. The event brought together key frontline...

Europe and Eurasia: The Principality of Andorra's National Day

Press Statement Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC September 7, 2011 On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I extend best wishes to the people of Andorra as you celebrate Our Lady of Meritxell Day...

OSCE workshop fosters regional dialogue on climate change, human mobility, and security in South-Eastern Europe

On 3 June, the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) hosted a regional workshop in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, bringing together over 50 experts, officials, civil society representatives, and...

England suffers first in history soccer defeat to African team

(MENAFN) Senegal’s national football team defeated England 3-1 in an international friendly on Tuesday in Nottingham, marking England’s first-ever loss to an African side. With this win, Senegal extended its unbeaten streak in international...

Gender, climate and security in focus at OSCE workshop in Stockholm

How gender intersects with climate-related security risks was one of the questions explored by experts and practitioners at the “Gendered Perspectives on Climate and Security: Opportunities for Enhancing Equality in Resilience Strategies” workshop...

Bellingham Is Expected to Undergo Surgery

(MENAFN) Jude Bellingham, aged 21, has been dealing with a persistent shoulder issue since 2023, and Real Madrid has planned his surgery for after the conclusion of the tournament in the United States. The former Birmingham City midfielder has...

OSCE facilitates dialogue on improving gender considerations in climate resilience and energy security in Central Asian mountain regions

How to ensure gender differences and experiences are effectively addressed in advancing climate resilience and energy security in mountain regions in Central Asia was part of the discussions during the high-level Global Mountain Dialogue...

2025 Scholarship for Peace and Security online component concludes following record number of applications

The online component of the 2025 OSCE Scholarship for Peace and Security concluded on 16 May. In total, 137 young professionals, selected from a pool of over 2,500 applicants, completed six weeks of intensive virtual learning and live discussions....

OSCE helps Central Asian practitioners tackle youth crime at its roots

As part of efforts to help prevent young people from becoming criminals, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department and the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities held a regional training course on...

Intelligent Bio Solutions Announces Fiscal Q3 2025 Financial Results and Key Operational Achievements

20% sequential quarterly revenue growth and 91% year-over-year quarterly gross profit growth Continued momentum from recurring higher-margin cartridge sales now reaching 58% of total sales for the nine months ended March 31, 2025 35 new accounts...

Annual Report 2024

2024 saw the ECB advance further through its monetary policy cycle. This cycle has consisted of three distinct phases. The first was a tightening phase, which ran from July 2022 to September 2023, during which interest rates rose by a record 450...

Spain, Portugal Announce Restoration of Most Power

(MENAFN) Power supply was largely restored across Spain and Portugal on Tuesday, following a significant blackout on Monday. Spanish energy company Red Electrica reported on Tuesday that “99.95 percent of demand has been restored,” and they are...

Spanish Energy Supplier Says Blackout Might Last 6-10 Hours

(MENAFN) Spain’s main energy supplier announced on Monday that the widespread power outage currently affecting Spain and Portugal could persist for a duration of six to ten hours, as reported by regional news outlets. Eduardo Prieto, the head of...