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G20 To Work Together To Ensure Ultra-Rich Effectively TaxedG20 To Work Together To Ensure Ultra-Rich Effectively TaxedBy Dr. Gyan Pathak G20 has made a history to agree on working together to ensure ultra-rich are taxed effectively, even after the United States dismissed the need for an international accord on the matter for now. The agreement was reached on July 25 at a meeting of G20 finance ministers in Rio de Janeiro. […]

Negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict in Gaza have been delayed, with talks originally scheduled for Thursday in Doha now postponed to next week. This development follows the announcement that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will remain in Washington for an extended period. The postponement has been attributed to the need for Netanyahu’s presence in the negotiations, as key discussions were anticipated to involve high-level Israeli officials. […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 July 2024 – On July 24-25, an off-site session of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) was held in Hong Kong. Representatives from Russia and Hong Kong discussed the expansion of trade and economic ties and new opportunities for cooperation. Following the event, it was noted that entrepreneurs from Hong Kong plan to present their investment projects at EEF-2024. […]

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Teenage Engineering has introduced the EP–133 K.O.II Sampler, a sophisticated addition to their lineup of portable music production tools. The new sampler merges cutting-edge technology with a user-friendly interface, appealing to both seasoned producers and novices. The EP–133 K.O.II features an enhanced sampling engine with improved sound quality and expanded storage capabilities. Users can now record, edit, and manipulate samples with greater precision, […]

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 July 2024 – A shift is underway in the Middle East, a region traditionally associated with vast oil reserves and a carbon-intensive economy. A new narrative of environmental sustainability and economic diversification is emerging, with companies like VinFast playing a key role in driving this change. This is evident in the burgeoning interest in electric vehicles (EVs) across the […]

BUCHAREST, ROMANIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2024 – PPD Global, one of the leading premium beverage distribution groups in Central and Southeastern Europe, has been recently recognized as one of the best places to work in Romania for 2024. PPD Global received outstanding scores with excellent ratings across several aspects of the workplace including leadership, HR Practices, teamwork and relationships and employee engagement. This […]

Q-Sun, a Chinese renewable energy giant, has partnered with Oman’s Barakat Investment Group to develop a 10GW solar panel manufacturing facility. The ambitious project, set to be located in Oman, aims to position the country as a leader in solar energy production and technology. The partnership was formalized through a joint development agreement signed on Tuesday, outlining plans for the facility’s construction and operational strategies. This collaboration […]

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By Dmitrii Gartung, CEO, start-up entrepreneur & investor “Cyprus is a tech island”, – everyone said. I thought so, too, back in 2021, when I first found my technical start-up GERDY in the sphere of robotics. 3 years later I am moving my businesses from Limassol to Dubai. Below are my reasons for that decision. Banking system This is painful in Cyprus. Some easy things like paying […]

Content series is available across Warner Bros. Discovery platforms in Asia HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 July 2024 – Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc in Asia and Africa, and Warner Bros. Discovery in Asia Pacific (WBD), are collaborating on a content series – Prudence Foundation x Decode by Discovery (“Decode with Prudence”) – to help educate audiences on the […]

Traceability, Cell-Cultured Seafood, Latin America’s Role in the Asian Seafood Market and Sustainable Seafood Supply Chains in Southeast Asia Among the Topics for Seafood Expo Asia’s 2024 Conference Program SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 July 2024 – Seafood Expo Asia, organized by Diversified Communications, will feature a series of in-depth conference sessions for seafood professionals to learn about timely topics relevant to the Asian seafood […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 July 2024 – CashOn, a technology finance company focused on fintech and Web3 applications, has announced the launch of Hong Kong’s first digital currency lending matching platform. This platform helps customers access cash liquidity by using digital currencies, finding and comparing quotes from multiple financial companies, and providing suitable lending solutions, enhancing the fluidity between digital currencies and […]

Protest Songs Thrive At Four Day Woody Guthrie Folk Festival In OkemahProtest Songs Thrive At Four Day Woody Guthrie Folk Festival In OkemahBy D.L. Lang OKEMAH (USA): The revolutionary spirit of Woody Guthrie permeates his birthplace of Okemah, Okla., where the 27th Annual Woody Guthrie Folk Festival was held July 10-13. There attendees celebrated Woody’s 112th birthday, and modern musicians added their voices to the folk canon. A sense of camaraderie flowed throughout the festival as musicians […]

Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) is set to significantly enhance its capabilities in aerospace and defense through a new agreement that positions the firm as an authorized center for the C-130 Hercules aircraft and Airbus rotorcraft platforms. This expansion marks a pivotal development in SAMI’s growth and its commitment to strengthening the Kingdom’s defense and aerospace sectors. The agreement, aimed at broadening SAMI’s maintenance, repair, and overhaul […]

‘Think Big – The Power of Future’, Canon’s first event in the series to be held outside of Singapore, showcases cutting-edge AI technologies to revolutionise the modern workplace and various key industries HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2024 – Canon today announced the launch of the first ‘Think Big’ Event Series in Hong Kong. Set to educate business leaders on innovative industry […]

Partnership under DHL’s GoGreen Plus service will support UOB’s sustainability commitments in carbon neutrality SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2024 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, and UOB, a leading bank in ASEAN, entered a strategic agreement under DHL’s GoGreen Plus service to co-invest in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for UOB’s international parcel deliveries. Through this program, UOB foresees an […]

Saudi Arabia’s OTO, a logistics technology firm, has announced plans to expand into the UAE and Turkiye, fueled by a successful Series A funding round totaling SR30 million ($8 million). This latest financing was spearheaded by Sanabil Investments, a fully owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund (PIF). The investment also saw contributions from Sadu Capital and Iliad Partners, with Propeller and Soma Capital participating in the […]

Oil prices remained steady as traders and analysts assess the implications of President Joe Biden’s decision to exit the 2024 presidential race. Following Biden’s announcement, which has altered the political landscape, market participants are closely monitoring the impact on U.S. energy policies and global oil markets. The decision by Biden to step back has prompted significant speculation about the future of U.S. energy policy, particularly regarding climate […]

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has emerged as the world’s second most influential state-owned investor, according to a 2024 report by Global SWF. This marks a significant milestone for the fund, which has consistently expanded its influence and diversified its portfolio over the years. The PIF, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is now managing assets worth approximately SR3.47 trillion, with a substantial portion, SR1.75 […]

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Dubai-based GEMS Education has finalized a substantial $3.25 billion financing agreement to enhance its global educational operations. This deal, one of the largest in the education sector, will support GEMS in expanding its portfolio and investing in new technology and infrastructure across its network of schools. The new financing will primarily be used to bolster GEMS’ capabilities in its existing markets and facilitate […]

BlackRock is intensifying its presence in the Middle East by relocating a key investment strategist to Dubai, underscoring the growing significance of the region in global financial markets. The strategic move is part of BlackRock’s broader initiative to enhance its footprint in the Middle East and capitalize on emerging opportunities in this rapidly evolving market. The relocation of BlackRock’s lead investment strategist to Dubai marks a notable […]

Bond issuance across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) soared to $73.4 billion in the first half of 2024, marking a substantial 59% increase compared to the same period in 2023. This notable rise reflects heightened investor confidence and robust economic activity in the region, according to data from LSEG’s Deals Intelligence. The sharp growth in bond issuance is driven by a combination of factors, including […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – The U.S. SEC has given preliminary approval to at least three of the eight asset managers planning to launch Ether ETFs, allowing them to start trading on 23 July. This approval depends on the submission of final offering documents. According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, Ether ETFs could have a more significant impact on Ether’s […]

High-tech stage design creates a stunning visual feast as Asian popular singers gathered for three days of music passion MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – Galaxy Arena, Macau’s newest and largest indoor arena, has consistently attracted top-tier domestic and international artists and production companies with its state-of-the-art facilities since its opening. This July, Galaxy Arena once again became the focal point for […]

HANOI, VIET NAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 July 2024 – VinBrain, a leading AI tech start-up in Vietnam, has successfully developed a comprehensive AI ecosystem platform across various sectors. The company today announced record corporate momentum with over 5.4 million medical image scans to date on DrAid™, its flagship platform. VinBrain has delivered innovative AI solutions, including enterprise data insights, cloud platform data labeling pipelines […]

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