United States

The announcement of a series of new immigration measures by the US Government under President Donald J. Trump creates important considerations and potential opportunities for international investors, according to leading international residence and citizenship advisory specialists Henley & Partners. The firm says the initiatives look set to reshape the US immigration landscape by limiting traditional employer-sponsored options while introducing new donation-based pathways. However, it should be noted in this context that the US EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program currently remains the most established and legislatively anchored route to permanent residence in the US. In summary, on 19 September 2025, the Trump Administration introduced three measures: H-1B Proclamation — A presidential order imposing a USD 100,000 fee on each new H-1B petition, significantly increasing the cost of employer sponsorship and changing access to this long-standing route. Gold Card Executive Order — A new pathway requiring a USD 1 million donation by individuals, or USD 2 million by corporate sponsors, with expedited approvals for applicants who pass rigorous pre-clearance checks. Platinum Card Proposal — A proposed option involving a USD 5 million contribution that would allow recipients to spend up to 270 days in the US without being subject to US taxation on foreign income. No regulations have yet been issued in this regard. The announcement of these measures is already attracting attention and engagement across the global investor community. The increase in H-1B costs may encourage more professionals to explore self-directed pathways, while the Gold Card is expected to generate interest for its speed and simplified structure. The Platinum Card, though at an early stage, has also drawn the attention of ultra-high-net-worth individuals concerned with wealth and tax planning. As Henley & Partners continues to monitor these developments, we remain committed to …

Export-Import Bank of the United States Press Release Washington, D.C. September 19, 2025 The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) today announced that John Jovanovic has been confirmed by the United States Senate as President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. Jovanovic brings extensive experience in finance, investments, and public service to EXIM. “I am deeply grateful to President Trump for the opportunity to serve our country in this role,” said Chairman Jovanovic. “The Export-Import Bank will be an important tool in carrying out the President’s agenda of creating and supporting the jobs of the future across our great country to revitalize America’s economy. President Trump’s passionate commitment to working class Americans and his unwavering devotion to America’s reindustrialization will guide EXIM’s core focus. This bold new era at EXIM will move faster, deliver smarter, and ensure U.S. workers never fight with one hand tied behind their back — and we will do it together with the Administration, Congress, and our partners in the private sector.” EXIM’s mission remains clear: to facilitate American exports, protect American workers, and strengthen U.S. economic leadership. …

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson September 19, 2025 On September 19, 2025, the United States Department of State released the Congressionally-mandated 2025 Fiscal Transparency Report. Fiscal transparency is a critical element of effective public financial management, helps build market confidence, underpins global economic stability, and levels the playing field for U.S. firms. It fosters greater government accountability by providing a window into government budgets and spending. Annual reviews of the fiscal transparency also help ensure appropriate use of U.S. taxpayer funds. In this year’s report, Department officials found that 71 of 140 governments and entities assessed met the minimum fiscal transparency requirements. Sixty-nine did not meet the minimum fiscal transparency requirements. Of these, however, 26 made significant progress toward meeting the minimum fiscal transparency requirements. Consistent with the requirement in the FY 2024 Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, as continued by the FY25 Continuing Resolution, the 2025 report describes the minimum fiscal transparency requirements, reviews governments, most of which were identified as recipients of U.S. assistance in the 2014 Fiscal Transparency Report, and further assesses those that did not meet the minimum fiscal transparency requirements during the review period of January 1 to December 31, 2024. The report also indicates whether governments that did not meet those requirements made significant progress to publicly disclose national budget documentation, contracts, and licenses during the review period. The Department of State evaluated the public availability, substantial completeness, and reliability of budget documents, as well as the transparency of processes for awarding government contracts and licenses and public procurement contracts. The report can be found on the Department’s website at …

United States Mission to the United Nations Morgan Ortagus Deputy Special Presidential Envoy to the Middle East Counselor to the U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York, New York September 19, 2025 AS DELIVERED Hello. Shana Tova to everyone celebrating, Shabbat Shalom. I bring you greetings from President Trump and Secretary Marco Rubio. Thank you to Hostage Aid Worldwide for hosting today’s important event and for your continued advocacy and pushing this issue to the forefront. And thank you to the Under-Secretary-General for those beautiful remarks. I want to convey my sincere appreciation for the returnee statements that will be shared today. It’s brave of you to be here. Your words serve as a clear reminder of the personal toll involved. In every instance an individual is seized by an armed terrorist group, imprisoned on fabricated charges, or exploited as a bargaining chip between states – a life is ruptured, families are broken, and the moral fabric of the international order is frayed. Tragically, examples are all too common – whether the countless detentions by the Assad regime in Syria or hostages who have suffered in Hamas’ captivity in Gaza for now 714 days. We call once again for their immediate release. The physical and psychological torment of those unjustly detained is matched only by the constant, raw grief of those waiting at home. This issue has long been with us. In the Founding period, pirates from the Barbary coast demanded ransom to stop raiding American ships. Thomas Jefferson, convinced that it was unacceptable for the United States to be held hostage by foreign entities, fought and won the Barbary Wars to protect American shipping and sailors. Like President Jefferson, President Trump is taking decisive action to protect Americans abroad. On March 9, President Trump issued a proclamation commemorating the U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day. He committed to those in captivity, to their families, and to their …

ress Statement Thomas "Tommy" Pigott, Principal Deputy Spokesperson September 19, 2025: Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to the United Nations in New York City from September 22-24 to promote U.S. priorities during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly High-Level Week. The Secretary will join President Trump at the United Nations and advance American values, including peace, sovereignty, and liberty. Secretary Rubio will meet with key counterparts to discuss shared security interests, bringing peace to conflicts, and mutual cooperation. Moreover, the Secretary will use High-Level Week as an opportunity to discuss the need for the UN to get back to basics, reorienting the organization to its origins as an effective tool for advancing peace, not a bloated bureaucracy that compromises national sovereignty and pushes destructive ideologies like DEI. …