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Last Updated: Thu., Oct. 15, 2026 @ 5:04 pm

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Hogan Lovells Counsels Venezuela

Wed, Jun. 3, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Hogan LovellsHogan Lovells has signed a $100K monthly pact to represent Venezuela’s Ministry of Economy and Finance, and its Washington embassy.

Ukraine Ruins Putin's Party

Wed, Jun. 3, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

UkraineUkraine struck PR gold as its launches drone attack on St. Petersburg oil depot ahead of 'Putin's Davos' designed to put a positive spin on Russia's economy that is reeling under the 'special military operation' that has cost the lives of more than 500K soldiers... Defense Secretary Hegseth ups war against reporters... Extremist government ministers marching in NYC Israel Day Parade further hurts the country's image.

Liberia Hires Ballard to Enhance US Ties

Tue, Jun. 2, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

LiberiaLiberia has agreed to pay a $100K monthly retainer to Ballard Partners for counsel on how to improve its relations with the US.

FTI Adds Czech Politico

Thu, May 28, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Ondrej KovarikFTI Consulting has hired Ondřej Kovařík, who was a member of the European Parliament, as a senior advisor in its strategic communications segment.

Taiwan Calls in Checkmate

Tue, May 12, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Checkmate Government RelationsThe Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office has enlisted Checkmate Government Relations for strategic counsel under a six-month pact worth $300K.

Fox Corp Alum O'Brien Speaks for Qatar

Thu, Apr. 23, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Danny O'BrienDanny O’Brien, who was Fox Corp. executive VP and head of government relations, has signed on to represent the Embassy of Qatar.

Burson Hires Finn for UAE Media Work

Mon, Apr. 20, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Ra Al KhairmanThe London office of Burson Group has retained Finn Partners’ New York office to strengthen the visibility of Ras Al Khaimah, which is one of the United Arab Emirates.

Hogan Lovells Expands Ukrainian Mandate

Mon, Apr. 13, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

UkraineHogan Lovells has expanded its relationship with Ukraine to reflect the implementation of the 50/50 US-Ukrainian partnership to develop its critical minerals.

Qatar Foundation Enrolls Venable

Wed, Apr. 8, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Qatar FoundationThe Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development enrolls Venable for government relations services.

Washington Media Group Lands Qatar Pact

Thu, Apr. 2, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

QatarThe Washington Media Group is providing strategic communications support for Qatar's Education City, home of satellite facilities of Weill Cornell Medicine, Carnegie Mellon, Georgetown and others.

Bahamas Reaches for DCI Group

Fri, Mar. 27, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

BahamasDCI Group has signed a $250K monthly retainer contract to provide communications and government affairs services for the Commonwealth of the Bahamas.

British Columbia Auto Insurer Seeks Crisis Support

Thu, Mar. 26, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

British ColumbiaThe Insurance Corporation of British Columbia is scouting for an off-site shop to provide crisis support in the event of an emergency. US-based firms need not apply.

DGA Group Signs Morocco's OCP North America

Mon, Mar. 23, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

OCRDGA Group signs $42,500 monthly retainer pact to provide government affairs services to OCP North America, phosphate fertilizer operation owned by the Government of Morocco.

Miles Partnership Promotes Los Cabos Travel

Thu, Mar. 19, 2026

By Kevin McCauley

Los CabosThe Miles Partnership has updated its contract with Mexico’s Los Cabos Tourism Trust, showing fees of $985,560 for the two-year comprehensive marketing plan for North America.