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Millicom (Tigo) completes acquisition of Telefónica in Uruguay, strengthening its regional footprint in South America

Millicom (Tigo) completes acquisition of Telefónica in Uruguay, strengthening its regional footprint in South America Luxembourg, October 7, 2025 – Millicom International Cellular S.A. (“Millicom”) today announced that, following final approval...

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan's Participation at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting on the Sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, 25 September 2025

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan attended the 2nd G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, on 25 September 2025, at the invitation of...

Uruguayan President Addresses Gaza Conflict

(MENAFN) Uruguay’s head of state on Tuesday demanded an immediate stop to Israel’s military operations against Palestinians, underlining his nation’s enduring endorsement of a two-state resolution. “Since 1948, Uruguay has maintained a consistent...

Press Statement by the Global Governance Group (3G) on its Eighteenth Ministerial Meeting on 24 September 2025

1 The Global Governance Group (3G)[1] held its 18th Ministerial Meeting in New York on 24 September 2025, on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The 3G welcomed the participation of South Africa and...

Minister's Opening Remarks at SCCCI's 28th SMEICC, 3 September 2025

Mr Kho Choon Keng, President, Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI), My many old friends in the audience, Distinguished guests, including those from overseas, Ladies and gentlemen. A very good morning to you and I am very...

The Global Methane Hub launches international project to develop satellite-guided grazing to cut livestock emissions

The Time2Graze project involves 35 organizations to develop systems that monitor pasture levels to optimize livestock grazing and reduce methane emissions. SANTIAGO, CHILE, September 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new global initiative will...

Seven Reported Dead in House Fire in Uruguay's capital

(MENAFN) At least seven people, including five minors and two elderly adults, perished in a devastating fire early Wednesday in Montevideo, Uruguay's capital, as confirmed by the national fire department. The fire erupted around 6 a.m. local time...

dLocal to Report Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DLocal Limited (NASDAQ: DLO, “dLocal” or the “Company”), a technology-first payments platform enabling global enterprise merchants to connect with billions of consumers in emerging markets,...

School of Rock Celebrates 100th International Franchise Milestone

Global Music Education Brand Marks Major Growth Moment with Continued Expansion Across 16 Countries CANTON, MA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- School of Rock, the global leader in performance-based music education and a...

President Cyril Ramaphosa participates in XVII Brics Summit in Brazil, 6 to 7 Jul

President Cyril Ramaphosa will, at the invitation of His Excellency Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, attend the XVII BRICS Summit from 6 to 7 July 2025 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. BRICS is a political and...

Minister Ronald Lamola: Pre-Budget International Relations and Cooperation Media Briefing

Africa: Implementing Agenda 2063 Our foreign policy is an extension of our domestic imperatives on human rights and resolving the triple challenges of inequality, poverty and unemployment. Through attracting Foreign Direct Investment, we intend to...

UK is committed to recognize Palestinian state despite legal objections

(MENAFN) The British government remains committed to recognizing a Palestinian state, despite growing legal objections from members of the House of Lords. Business Minister Gareth Thomas reiterated the UK's stance on Thursday, stating that the...

UK Stands Firm on Palestinian State Recognition Despite Legal Pushback

(MENAFN) The UK Business Minister Gareth Thomas has reiterated the government’s plan to recognize a Palestinian state, despite legal objections from some members of the House of Lords. In an interview during Thursday’s media briefing, Thomas...

UK Minister Affirms Country’s Intent to Recognize Palestine

(MENAFN) The UK Business Minister Gareth Thomas has reiterated the government’s dedication to acknowledging a Palestinian state, despite legal objections expressed by members of the House of Lords. During a morning interview on Thursday, Thomas...

SCCG Management Partners with Crowe Uruguay to Deliver Live Casino Audit & Compliance Training Program

This initiative is designed to strengthen the operational oversight and audit readiness of government regulators responsible for gaming activity in Uruguay. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SCCG Management, a...

Lakeland Fire + Safety’s Jolly Scarpe Ships $3.1 Million Fire Boot Order with Italian Government

Total Contract has Provided 47,500 Intervention Boots for Firefighters HUNTSVILLE, Ala., July 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeland Industries, Inc. (“Lakeland Fire + Safety” or “Lakeland”) (NASDAQ: LAKE), a leading global manufacturer of...

Maria Laura Canepa selected for IAOTP’s Presidential Award

Maria Laura Canepa will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala this December NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maria Laura Canepa, Residency, Relocation, Immigration...

DG Okonjo-Iweala: WTO “has important tools worth preserving”

The General Council meeting opened with a moment of silence for Carlos Perez del Castillo, the former Ambassador of Uruguay to the WTO who passed away in August. General Council chair Saqer Abdullah Almoqbel (Saudi Arabia) noted that Mr. Perez del...

58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and Related Meetings (AMM), 8 to 11 July 2025

At the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings, Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan had a wide-ranging discussion with his counterparts on deepening ASEAN’s economic integration, enhancing supply chain...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...