By James M Dorsey Increasingly, compliance with US sanctions against Iran could emerge as a litmus test of the United Arab Emirates’ close ties to the United States. At the sharp edge of a potential rift between the allies is a reportedly recently concluded agreement by a private UAE company to build gas-fired thermal, solar, and wind power plants with a total capacity of 300 megawatts in Iran’s hydrocarbon-rich […]
TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 10 December 2021 – In 2021, the keyword for startups around the world is education technology, or “EdTech”. This new sector is full of potential. “EduStartup 20+”, a collaboration between the National Development Council (NDC) and CommonWealth Education Media and Publishing, is working closely with promising Taiwanese online learning startups, such as AmazingTalker, Hahow, VoiceTube, and Snapask—but that’s not all. Game-based EdTech startups are […]
Awareness campaign for exceptional Italian fare over the party season – complete with cooking classes – presented by the European Union and producer board Centro Servizi Ortofrutticoli (CSO) HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 December 2021 – Flavoursome, sun-kissed fruit & vegetables headline a festive season promotion in Hong Kong themed ‘The European Art of Taste: Italian Fruit & Veg Masterpieces’. The awareness campaign by the European Union […]
By James M Dorsey The United States has signalled in advance of next week’s Summit for Democracy that it is unlikely to translate lip service to adherence to human rights and democratic values in the Middle East into a policy that demonstrates seriousness and commitment. In a statement, the State Department said the December 9-10 summit would “set forth an affirmative agenda for democratic renewal and to tackle […]
Embark on a Fantastic Christmas Journey and Experience an Unforgettable Winter Holiday HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 December 2021 – Set off on a festive journey to Discovery Bay and enjoy an unforgettable winter holiday! This Christmas, Discovery Bay has joined hands with local illustrator, Missquai, to bring an extraordinary Whimsical Wonderland to live. Feel the island’s unique Southern European vibe and an authentic Christmas […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 2 December 2021 – H Development Holdings Limited (H Development, or the Group) is pleased to announce the completion of HDH Centre, its headquarters commercial complex located at 1 Irving Street in Causeway Bay, in December 2021. Boasting a rich array of outstanding qualities, HDH Centre has already secured occupancy from world-renowned premium brands. Among the first tenants is Bosch, […]
The modern pace of life often makes many of us neglect sleep. We mistakenly think that it takes too much time, which can be spent on doing something more important. Is it possible to sleep less or is it worth giving up this idea? We decided to ask Choi En Djun, Doctor of Medical Sciences and Chief Physician of the Center of European and Oriental Medicine, Member […]
By James M Dorsey It has been a good week for United Arab Emirates Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed. Headline-grabbing, fast-paced moves reinforce the UAE’s position as a regional power. They highlight the UAE’s willingness to chart a course that increasingly competes with Saudi Arabia, the Gulf’s regional behemoth; is at times at odds with US policy; and scoffs at assertions of human rights abuse by activists […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 24 November 2021 – As Christmas is coming, Hong Kong Give Gift Boutique launches over a hundred Christmas hampers, cooperating with young Italian designer Giovanna S. to create stylish hampers with Italian architectural concepts that surpasses tradition. Christmas Style Gives Hampers Multiple Functions For festive atmosphere, GGB design team put Christmas dolls in hampers with decorated Christmas ribbon and […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 November 2021 – RGE group of resources-based companies has released its 2021 progress report on its commitment to invest USD200 million in next-generation textile fibre innovation and technology over a ten-year period which started in 2019. The annual report provides an update on the activities undertaken by RGE’s business groups (Sateri, APR, APRIL, Bracell) involved in the fashion value chain to advance its ambition […]
Just Check in and Enjoy a Curated Exotic Holiday, Ideal for No Planners! Stay at Deluxe Room with Breakfast for Two Starting at $900 with Hotel Credit Equivalent to Room Rate Revel in a Moroccan-themed Afternoon and a 180° Sea View Enjoy Seaside Restaurants and Trending Activities HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 17 November 2021 – Most Hongkongers have already been on all sorts of staycations. Food-themed, sea-view […]
By James M Dorsey Former Saudi intelligence chief Prince Turki AlFaisal Al Saud must have gotten his tenses mixed up when he asserted in a recently published memoir that no one should underestimate the political importance of Muslims’ commitment to helping other Muslims. Prince Turki’s memoir is focused on Afghanistan, a major preoccupation during his tenure as head of the General Intelligence Department (GID), the kingdom’s foreign intelligence […]
Erdogan Becoming a Liability for Turkey By Manish Rai Last month Turkey made it into the grey list of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog headquartered in Paris. Turkey now joins its close ally Pakistan in FATF’s crosshairs. Surprisingly Turkey becomes the largest economy to be included in this list. The FATF listing for Ankara comes on the back of […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 November 2021 – It’s that time of year again — the holiday jingles are ringing in Discovery Bay! Just a ferry ride away, authentic European festive joy awaits your discovery. This Christmas, Discovery Bay join hands with local illustrator Missquai to bring vibrant, artful elements in town and recreate an extraordinary Whimsical Wonderland for you. Snap beautiful holiday photos […]
Frankfurt Airport branch demonstrably meets the highest service and quality standards in the transport of life science and healthcare products KEMPTEN/FRANKFURT, GERMANY – Media OutReach – 5 November 2021 – Dachser‘s Frankfurt air and sea freight branch has once again received certification from IATA’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma), demonstrating its capabilities in logistics services for the life science and healthcare […]
Incomlend Capital aims to raise and manage US$500 million for the Incomlend ESG Invoice Financing Programme SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 Novemver 2021 – Incomlend Capital, an Incomlend Group company, has received the Capital Markets Services (CMS) licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to conduct fund management activities. The CMS license allows the company to set up and manage funds and collective investment schemes. Incomlend Capital now […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 3 November 2021 – After many years of experience, Like Medi found that most customers are most concerned about the pain caused during and after laser hair removal. In view of this, in order to let customers have the best experience when receiving laser hair removal treatment, they combined Advanced technology and ingenious operation skills <True. Painless> permanent hair removal treatment, using the new and unique LightSheer® […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 29 October 2021 – Living in a fast-paced city is busy and it is easy to feel down as the season changes. In addition, many people are suffering from isolation and loneliness caused by the global pandemic and long for greetings from others. Thus, Give Gift Boutique, a popular online gift shop in Hong Kong launched several series of autumn gifts, you could pamper your […]
The logistics service provider will obtain 100 percent of its electricity worldwide from renewable sources; it will quadruple the amount of green electricity it generates itself using photovoltaic systems. KEMPTEN, GERMANY – Media OutReach – 29 October 2021 – As of January 1, 2022, Dachser will be purchasing only electricity generated from renewable resources. This means that the logistics service provider, which operates 387 of its own locations in […]
Exploring global dining experiences while staying local with about 300 selected restaurants with up to 30% off discount HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 October 2021 – Even your travel plan is still grounded, there is no way to stop you from exploring the world through your palate! From 1st to 30th of November, Travel by Palate, a citywide restaurants fanfare programme of the 2021 Hong Kong Wine & […]
Arabian Post Staff An international cryptocurrency trading scam targeting iPhone users through popular dating apps, such as Bumble and Tinder has been unearthed. A report detailing the latest findings, “CryptoRom Fake iOS Cryptocurrency Apps Hit US, European Victims For At Least $1.4 Million,” shows that the operation has escalated. The attackers have expanded from targeting people in Asia to include people in the U.S. and Europe. Sophos […]
By James M. Dorsey The times they are a changin’. Iranian leaders may not be Bob Dylan fans, but his words are likely to resonate as they contemplate their next steps in Iraq, Iraqi Kurdistan, Lebanon, and Azerbaijan. The same is true for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The president’s shine as a fierce defender of Muslim causes, except for when there is an economic price tag […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 20 October 2021 – The developer behind a portfolio of four purpose-built, premium nursing homes costing €127m (HKD1.15bn) in Ireland is expanding its healthcare business to provide more much-needed nursing home beds and is well-positioned to fundraise the construction costs from Asia investors through the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP). Bartra Healthcare, a subsidiary of Bartra Group, is adding Cookstown Tallaght, a €33m […]
By James M. Dorsey “It’s the economy, stupid.” That is the message of a just-published survey of Iranian public opinion. However, the substance of the message differs for newly elected hardline Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the Biden administration as Mr. Raisi toughens his negotiating position and the United States grapples with alternative ways of curbing the Islamic republic’s nuclear programme should the parties fail to agree on terms […]
