Cityneon’s First Foray into Artefacts IP Exhibition – Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru Brings the Ancient Andean Civilization Back to Life SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – This October, visitors to the world’s premiere of the Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru exhibition in Boca Raton, South Florida are set to be wowed, as they immerse themselves in the awe of […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 30 August 2021 – OneDegree, one of Asia’s fastest growing InsurTech companies, today announces that it has raised USD28 million in a Series B1 funding round, as it accelerates to be the next-generation InsurTech leader in the region. The latest round brings the total funds raised by OneDegree to date to over USD70 million, demonstrating investors’ strong reception to the growth […]
James M Dorsey Pakistani efforts to exploit the Taliban victory in Afghanistan threaten to reinforce ultra-conservative inclinations in Pakistan itself, the world’s second-most populous Muslim majority country, long accused of supporting militant religious groups. The notion that religious ultra-conservatism may not remain contained to Afghanistan may be one reason why US President Joe Biden decided to effectively abandon Central Asia with his withdrawal of US forces from […]
Arabian Post Staff Swvl Inc., a Dubai-based provider of transformative mass transit and shared mobility solutions, announced that several investors, including Agility and Chimera Abu Dhabi, have completed the pre-funding of $35.5 million of the aggregate PIPE subscription raised in connection with the Company’s proposed business combination with Queens Gambit Growth Capital (NASDAQ: GMBT). Swvl is executing a comprehensive growth strategy with the goal of realizing approximately […]
Successful Turnaround to Profit-making with Record-High Turnover Expanding R&D Activity in Nanobody Drug to Diversify Product Portfolio HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 27 August 2021 – A fully integrated biopharmaceutical company – Uni-Bio Science Group Limited (“Uni-Bio Science”, together with its subsidiaries referred to as the “Group”, stock code: 0690.HK), is pleased to announce its interim results for six months ended 30 June 2021 (the “Period”), as well […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’ or together with its subsidiaries, the ‘Group’ or ‘KLN Group’; Stock Code 0636.HK) today announced the Group’s interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2021. Group’s Financial Highlights Revenue increased by 68% year-on-year to HK$36,709 million (2020 1H: HK$21,885 million) Core operating profit increased by 70% […]
Turkey is a land poised between West Asia and Europe. It is part Asia and part Europe, and visitors to the country love it for its unique, strategic location. It charms the rest of the world with its rich culture and architecture that reflect its many cultural influences. It is indeed one of the world’s most exciting destinations. And if Turkey’s romance and mystique captivate you, Turkish […]
A personal loan is a personal financing option. It lets you borrow a lump-sum amount for various purposes, typically with a fixed interest rate, fixed monthly amortizations, and a short repayment period. Personal loans may be secured or unsecured. Moreover, personal finance pricing varies depending on several factors. Lump-Sum Amount Through a personal loan, you can get a lump-sum amount from your bank or lender. Thus, […]
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 27 August 2021 – Global recruitment specialists Michael Page Thailand witnessed the number of successful job moves rise in Q2 2021 compared to Q1 with an overall 21% increase. According to job placement data shared by Michael Page, growth was also observed within sectors such as Technology (up 83%), Consumer, Healthcare & Life Sciences (up 50%) and Industrial & Manufacturing (up 44%). Kristoffer Paludan, Regional […]
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 26 August 2021 – Malaysia’s leading independent investment bank, Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (“Kenanga” or the “Group”) today announced a 49.4% rise in profit after tax and non-controlling interest (“PATNCI” or “net profit”) for the second quarter ended 30 June 2021 (“2Q21”) to RM30.6 million, as compared to RM20.5 million in the same period last year (“2Q20”). For the six […]
Revenue grew by 58.0% year on year to RMB36.4 billion and Interim dividend amounted to HK12 cents per share Rental income grew significantly by 79% year on year to RMB391 million Contracted sales increased by 53% year on year to RMB157.03 billion for the first seven months, representing 59% of full year target Net debt-to-equity ratio and weighted average cost of indebtedness improved to 60.4% and 5.1% […]
Matein Khalid It is time that the government and WHO tell the world that the mutations of the COVID virus will ensure that seven billion human immune systems are vulnerable to the molecular vagaries of its genetic code. In essence, there is no such thing as the end of COVID as we have all assumed after vaccines last November. True, my knowledge of human biology is self […]
AptameX™, Achiko’s breakthrough DNA aptamer-based diagnostic test for Covid-19, received product and registration emergency use approval from the Ministry of Health in Indonesia, alongside its sister digital passporting service, Teman Sehat™ (“Health Buddy”). PT Achiko Medika Indonesia, which is 50% owned by Achiko AG, and its manufacturing partner, PT Indofarma TBK, have signed an agreement for the production and registration of AptameX™. The approval, together with the […]
Invest for growth to achieve long-term growth ambitions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 August 2021 – Razer™ (“Razer” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”, Hong Kong Stock Code: 1337), the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, announces unaudited financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2021 (“1H 2021”). “Razer had a phenomenal first half of the year. In addition […]
Boasts multiple new protections, including replacement expenses caused by a domestic helper’s resignation within three months of the initial contract, or intentional/negligent injuries to the household children or elders, and service interruption cover if the domestic helper suffers from cancer or heart disease1 Provides optional benefit such that employers may plan according to their needs Annual premium as low as HKD946, equivalent to less than HKD2.6 a […]
Offers top-notch medical expenses coverage of up to HKD2,500,000 Comprehensive coverage with tailored protection to give peace of mind HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 23 August 2021 – With the increasing popularity of overseas study, AXA Hong Kong (“AXA”) and HSBC launch a new insurance plan “Overseas StudySurance” to provide extensive care for students getting education abroad. With annual premium as low as HKD4,000, students can enjoy […]
By Matein Khalid Mark Twain was so right when he observed that “history does not repeat but it surely rhymes”. In 1992, Soviet vassal President Najibullah was publicly hanged by the Taliban when it seized Kabul in 1996. Shah Shuja, the grandson of the Afghan state’s founder was put on the throne by the East India Company and its Bengal Army but was murdered in 1842 by […]
2021 IBA received more than 3,800 entries from organizations in 63 nations as leaders of conglomerates tasked with need to tackle diverse social problems PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach – 20 August 2021 – Prince Holding Group (“Prince Group”), one of Cambodia’s largest and fastest growing conglomerates, is proud to announce that Neak Oknha Chen Zhi (“陈志公爵”), Chairman of Prince Group, has been recognized as Entrepreneur of the Year – […]
Profit Attributable to Owners up 287% to HK$2.7 billion Backed by Significant Gains in Investment Management and Strong Recovery in Consumer Finance Financial Highlights For the 6-month period ended 30 Jun 2021 30 Jun 2020 Change Revenue (HK$ million) Pre-tax Profit (HK$ million) 2,096.0 2,042.9 +2.6% 3,215.7 950.5 +238.3% Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company (HK$ million) 2,693.0 695.2 +287.4% Basic Earnings per Share (HK […]
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 19 August 2021 – Over 80 percent of Malaysian businesses surveyed by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest professional accounting bodies, undertook a major technology project in the last 12 months. CPA Australia found that technologies such as data analytics and business intelligence software delivered a boon for the nation’s businesses. Bryan Chung FCPA: By using technology, Malaysian businesses were able […]
Contracted Sales and GFA Increased Significantly Steady Growth in Revenue Successful Implementation of Development Strategy on Urban Renewal Forged New Business Driver HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 August 2021 – JY Grandmark Holdings Limited (“JY Grandmark” or the “Company“, which together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as the “Group“, stock code: 2231), a property developer and operator and property management service provider based in the People’s […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 August 2021 – As one of the pioneering Health Technology Startups which aims to digitalize Indonesian Healthcare, Zi.Care aims to alleviate the underlying problems with the healthcare system through digitalization. Given the severe strain on medical resources in Indonesia, it gives rise to a plethora of further healthcare issues which threatens to cripple Indonesia’s entire healthcare system. With average waiting time […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 19 August 2021 – China has seen some of the most destructive earthquakes in history. For example, the devastating 2008 Earthquake in Sichuan province killed over 69,000 people, left up to 11 million people homeless and caused up to US$20 billion in property damage. The country sits atop seismically active areas, and it had 118 earthquakes in the past year. This setting provided the […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 18 August 2021 – SpeakIn, Asia’s largest tech-enabled professional learning platform, today announced their official launch in Singapore with aspirations to strengthen its leadership roots in the Asia-Pacific region. The expansion will support SpeakIn’s aim to anchor itself in Singapore, paving the way for it to make the city-state its new global headquarters. Having assessed the Singapore market extensively, SpeakIn hopes to bridge the […]
