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West coast project will be the first LNG export facility in the world to achieve net zero emissions SQUAMISH, CANADA – Media OutReach – 28 March 2023 – Woodfibre LNG is proud to announce its Roadmap to Net Zero, a tangible plan to achieve net zero emissions by the time operations start in 2027, 23 years ahead of government regulation. This roadmap will see Woodfibre LNG be […]

After the successful conclusion of its previous editions, TAB group (experts in global B2B events) are returning to Dubai with their highly recognized event, the region’s largest and only exclusive show – the 4th Global Vertical Farming Show. Set for the 13th and 14th of September in Movenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai-UAE – the show will continue to bring the entire vertical farming value chain under one […]

By James M Dorsey A push by Arab allies of the United States to bring Syria in from the cold highlights the limits of a Chinese-mediated rapprochement between the Middle East’s archrivals, Saudi Arabia and Iran. The effort spearheaded by the United Arab Emirates, and supported by Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan, demonstrates that the […]

The post Arab Plan For Syria Puts Europe And America In A Bind first appeared on IPA Newspack.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 23 March 2023 – Respond.io, a leading customer conversation management software, announced today that they are now an official Google’s Business Messages Partner. Foot Locker: Google’s Business Messages Based in South East Asia and one of the first few companies in this region to be selected as Google’s Business Messages provider, respond.io currently caters to a global customer base of […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 23 March 2023 – In conjunction with World Water Day, Healthy Seas is proud to announce it has expanded its geographic focus and launches activities to Hong Kong. Healthy Seas is an environmental nonprofit organization founded in 2013 that began its marine conservation work in the Netherlands. Today, the organisation operates in 20 countries throughout the world, including many countries […]

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DUBAI: Luxury French jewelry label Boucheron has released a new campaign celebrating the Middle East featuring its regional ambassador, Saudi actress Mila Al-Zahrani. The “Invent The Future, Honour
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A Resilient Performance In 2022, Well Positioned For Opportunities In 2023 And Beyond HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 15 March 2023 – Performance highlights for the continuing business on a constant (and actual) exchange rate basis1 APE sales2 up 9 per cent (5 per cent) to $4,393 million with both agency and bancassurance channels delivering APE sales growth in the second half of 2022 New […]

By James M Dorsey Chinese mediation between Saudi Arabia and Iran potentially signals paradigm shifts in Middle Eastern diplomacy and alliances. The mediation suggests a more productive approach than that of the United States by seeking to manage rather than resolve conflicts based on principles enunciated by China in 2021. The successful mediation between the […]

The post Saudi, Iran Détente Sparks Potential Paradigm Shifts In Middle East Politics first appeared on IPA Newspack.

Global flows of trade, capital, information stronger than pre-pandemic; people flows recovering No shift from global to regional trade flows No compelling evidence of global economy disintegrating into blocs Share of U.S. flows involving China decreased in 8 out of 11 examined areas, including merchandise exports and imports, and specific capital flows Netherlands remains the most globalized country, followed by Singapore and Belgium SINGAPORE – Media OutReach […]

First pneumococcal conjugate vaccine that protects against 20 serotypes responsible for the majority of invasive pneumococcal disease and pneumonia[1],[2],[3],[4],[5],[6],[7]. In Singapore, pneumonia is the third leading cause of death[8] and fourth most common cause of hospitalisations[9] Offers the broadest serotype coverage of any pneumococcal conjugate vaccine currently available, building on Pfizer’s more than 20-year legacy and innovation in developing pneumococcal conjugate vaccines Approval of APEXXNAR in Singapore, […]

Events are no more just office parties. In recent years corporate events have grown as a self-sufficient HR tool that helps businesses improve their workers’ morale and strengthen the relationships within a team.  Ekaterina Liseycheva, CEO of Mandarin Fox, an event agency, explains why your company may need in-person events in 2023 and how to make them efficient. Events can tackle many problems and facilitate many internal […]

Bybit’s spot market volume for USDC grows by 1,437% Bybit becomes No.2 crypto exchange in MENA DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach – 17 March 2023 – Bybit reports a surge in volume for USDC pairs as the world’s third most visited crypto exchange ramps up efforts to meet market demands. Relying on trusted platforms to navigate the recent crypto and banking volatility, customers are turning […]

Virtuos is set to become the largest game development company in Vietnam as Glass Egg aims to grow its Dalat team to 50 with local talent by the end of 2023, building upon its success in HCMC. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 17 March 2023 – Glass Egg – a Virtuos Studio today announced the launch of its 2D and 3D art production studio in Dalat, Vietnam. […]

By Arun Srivastava Narendra Modi, known for his histrionics, trying to equal the record of Jawaharlal Nehru, by becoming the prime minister for the three successive terms, simply by reactivating the dormant Sangh sympathisers and modules to ensure his victory During his never die campaign in Karnataka, during the last two months, Modi visited the […]

The post Battle For Karnataka: BJP’s Struggle For Survival Amid Infighting first appeared on IPA Newspack.

Backbase remains the preferred next-gen digital banking platform vendor for HDFC Bank MUMBAI, INDIA – Media OutReach – 16 March 2023 – HDFC Bank Ltd has appointed Backbase to deliver their vision for a market-leading digital banking experience in India. Backbase powers HDFC Bank’s next-gen retail banking, enabling a more seamless customer experience across digital touchpoints in response to changing consumer expectations and new regulatory requirements. HDFC […]

By Anjan Roy One swallow does not make a summer, the old proverb goes. But even a single swallow can give some hopes for a return to better times. A softer trend in the wholesale prices, as revealed in the latest figures, had ignited demands for a softer stance in monetary policy of the Reserve […]

The post Blunt Tool Of Interest Rate Hikes: Case For A Relook first appeared on IPA Newspack.

A 10-year lease on the facility will continue to grow GEODIS’ presence in China and offer logistics solutions for the growing e-commerce industry SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach – 15 March 2023 – GEODIS, a global leader in the transport and logistics sector, has signed a 10-year lease agreement with PRD Group for a 20,000 square-meter multi-user facility in Minhang district, Shanghai. The facility is set to […]

The Data Centre is the first in Malaysia to be certified as a Titanium+ Tier facility by Green Climate Initiative (GCI), a testament to the Bank’s commitment to addressing climate change and the transition to a green, low carbon and climate-resilient economy KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 13 March 2023 – Hong Leong Bank’s (“HLB” or “the Bank”) new data center has received a Titanium+ […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 13 March 2023 – BEST Inc. (NYSE: BEST) (“BEST” or the “Company”), a leading integrated smart supply chain solutions and logistics services provider in China, held its first network conference for its BEST Malaysia and Singapore’s business partners in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. About 200 of Malaysia and Singapore BEST business partners were presented for this one-day event. Johnny Chou, the […]

Chiang Mai, Thailand and Da Nang, Vietnam offices are now in service HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 13 March 2023 – International logistics service provider Dachser today announced the openings of its two new offices in Chiang Mai, Thailand and Da Nang, Vietnam. The new offices further expand the company’s footprint and strengthen its position in the region to serve growing customer demands, especially from […]

By James M Dorsey In a surprise development, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together with China, announced that the two Middle Eastern nations were re-establishing diplomatic relations. The agreement was reached in a meeting in China of the two countries’ national security advisors. The agreement was a rare example of successful Chinese mediation in Middle Eastern […]

The post Saudis Walk US, Israeli, Iran Tightrope On Resumption Of Diplomatic Ties first appeared on IPA Newspack.

LONDON: Iraqi authorities on Saturday said they seized three million pills of captagon, an amphetamine-type stimulant that has been sweeping the Middle East for years, near the Syrian border. The

Takes operational efficiency and cost optimization to new heights HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 March 2023 – CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (CITIC Telecom CPC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), is creating new benchmarks for operational efficiency and cost optimization with its Intelligent Operation Suite. It leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Augmented Reality (AR), Big Data […]

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