Colombo, July 26, 2025 — In a strategic move to revitalize its tourism-dependent economy, the government of Sri Lanka has announced a new visa-free entry policy for visitors from 40 countries. The initiative, which took immediate effect, is aimed at stimulating foreign arrivals and accelerating post-crisis economic recovery. According to authorities in Colombo, the selected
July 22, 2025 Nigeria and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation as both nations work towards achieving a $500 billion intra-African trade target under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by the year 2030. This renewed push for economic synergy was emphasized during the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum 2025, held at the
July 22, 2025 Trade relations between Nigeria and Egypt have witnessed a notable upswing, with total bilateral trade volume reaching $315 million in 2024, according to Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sameh Shoukry. The announcement was made during his address at the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum 2025, held at the Transcorp Hilton in Abuja, where government
July 22, 2025 Nigeria will proudly participate in the upcoming 16th World Scout Moot, with a 28-member contingent set to represent the country at the international youth gathering in Portugal. The event is scheduled to take place from July 25 to August 3, 2025. The World Scout Moot is a prestigious global forum that brings
Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their strategic resolve to strengthen military cooperation and advance their bilateral partnership amid rising global and regional security threats. The renewed commitment was made during a high-level defence dialogue held on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Abuja, where top officials from both countries met to review ongoing collaborations and chart
In a significant development in international trade, U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that Indonesia will face a 19% tariff as part of a new trade deal between the two nations. The announcement, made on Monday, July 14, 2025, marks a shift in U.S.-Indonesia trade relations, with the U.S. seeking to address trade imbalances and
In a bold move aimed at deepening African integration and boosting intercontinental travel, the Government of Kenya has officially scrapped visa requirements for all African countries and the majority of Caribbean nations, with immediate effect. This landmark decision means that citizens from across the African continent and many Caribbean states can now travel to Kenya
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to arrive back in Abuja today after completing a diplomatic tour that took him to Saint Lucia and Brazil. The two-nation visit, which spanned several days, was aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, exploring economic partnerships, and promoting Nigeria’s interests on the international stage. During his stopover in Saint Lucia,
On July 11, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 35% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the United States, effective August 1. The move, communicated in a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney posted on Truth Social, cites alleged failures by Canada to stop fentanyl trafficking and recent retaliatory tariffs imposed on
Abuja, July 11, 2025 — The U.S. Embassy in Abuja has clarified that recent restrictions on Nigerian non‑immigrant visas are not connected to Nigeria’s decision to decline hosting Venezuelan asylum seekers, but are part of a broader global “reciprocity” review. The visa policy, effective July 8, limits most non‑immigrant visas issued to Nigerians to single-entry and
