by James M. Dorsey Personality as well as the conflation of genuine national interest with personal ambition contribute to the widening gap between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. It was only a matter of time before Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman would want to come out on his own and no longer be seen as the protégé of his erstwhile mentor and Emirati counterpart, […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 9 July 2021 – Today, IX Asia Indexes Company Limited announced the 2nd quarter review of the ixCrypto Index (“IXCI”). This is the first crypto benchmark index launched in Hong Kong. There are three constituents’ additions and no deletion. The number of the constituent cryptos will increase from 8 to 11 after the changes. The additions are as follows: Additions: […]
Upcoming listing marks the first Malaysian-owned HCM Solutions provider on BURSA’s ACE Recent public oversubscription of company’s shares signal market appetite for cloud, AI-based HCM solutions and employee engagement platforms CEO Cllement Tan carves niche and becomes youngest founder entrepreneur to reach IPO in recent times, spotlighting HR Tech as the next frontier in business digitalisation More than 50 per cent of funding to be used for […]
With fun exciting offers and giveaways to say a BIG thank you! HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 9 July 2021 – 7-Eleven has officially opened its 1000th store in Hong Kong – a milestone moment for both the brand and its customers. 7-Eleven launched its very first store in Happy Valley back in 1981 and, 40 years later, has opened its 1000th store on Des […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 8 July 2021 – Refinery Media, an award-winning production company renowned for producing compelling content for international networks, is bringing back its popular reality competition series, SupermodelMe. The latest season promises a fresh approach, new challenges, a star-studded cast, and builds off the success of its first five seasons. The original multi-platform show has received several international nominations and has been broadcasted […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 8 July 2021 – 7.11 Day, which falls on 11 July every year, is almost here again! To celebrate, 7-Eleven will run a whole host of offers and giveaways throughout July to thank customers for their support, starting with the biggest deal yet: $1.10 off STOREWIDE with minimum $7 spend*, from 10 July (7am onwards) to 12 July! Receive a free treat […]
Son Ye-jin of Spackman Media Group, who starred in highly popular romance drama CRASH LANDING ON YOU (2020), endorses US skin care brand, Skinceuticals Son Ye-jin set to headline in JTBC’s new drama, 39, which will start filming in August 2021 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 8 July 2021 – Spackman Entertainment Group Limited (“Spackman Entertainment Group” or the “Company” and together with its subsidiaries, […]
The Hong Kong Public Offering was approximately 145.3 times subscribed and Offer price set at HK$3.28 per share HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 8 July 2021 – YesAsia Holdings Limited (“YesAsia” or the “Company“; together with subsidiaries, the “Group“; SEHK stock code: 2209), a Hong Kong-headquartered E-commerce platform operator engaging in the procurement and sale of Asian fashion and lifestyle, beauty and entertainment products to […]
F&B Rents in First Rise Since Q3 2016 yet Relaxation of Cross-Border Restrictions may Impact Short-Term Demand Highlights of Office Market – Citywide rents dropped 1.4% q-o-q, mild decline from -2.0% q-o-q in Q1 – Net absorption at -192k sq ft, improved from -900k sq ft in Q1 – Availability rate at 14.4% is expected to remain stable in 2H 2021 Highlights of Retail Market – YTD […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 7 July 2021 – SPUN Spirits (the “Company”) has been appointed the official distributor for the coveted El Dorado rum in Singapore by its producer, Demerara Distillers Limited (the “Distillery” or “DDL”). Demerara Distillers Limited has established a reputation over the last 300 years for producing the world-renowned Demerara Rum. El Dorado, the Distillery’s flagship brand, is a winner of many prestigious […]
More than ever before, Indians are now eyeing properties in Dubai. Investing in real estate has emerged as the quickest way to get a residency permit in UAE, and since 2017, Indians have ranked amongst the top 3 nationalities investing in property in Dubai. In 2019, Indians contributed 16% of the housing sales in Dubai sales by volume – pushing in more than 8 Bn AED into […]
When thinking about upholstering your sofas, chairs, and other furniture pieces, the wide array of choices (one example of which is Crevin Chic upholstery fabric) can make choosing the right material a bit confusing and difficult. Should you pick a neutral color or bold? Solid or pattern? Leather or fabric? There are endless possibilities to showcase your personality while setting the mode and tone of a room […]
There is no shortage of attractions on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Aside from being the home to some of the best beach resorts in the UAE, it also houses world-class theme parks, hotels, and exciting adventures you wouldn’t want to miss. Planning to head there soon? Here are the top five answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Yas Island: 1. Is […]
Once you arrive in Dubai, there are many things you have to do to complete your transition as an expat. One of the most important tasks is opening a bank account. Whether you are working or starting a business in this city, you have to put some thought into opening your first bank account in Dubai if you want to get the most out of it. Failing […]
Enjoy attractive discounts, online exclusives and free shipping on City Chain’s newly launched e-commerce website in Singapore. Be the first to get your hands on the National Day limited edition Solvil et Titus watch, which will be released on City Chain’s online store in the first week of July. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 6 July 2021 – Watch enthusiasts can now shop from the comfort of […]
Innovative oil spill recovery and dam water level monitoring solutions receive a US$75,000 grant each to help save lives from natural disasters HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 6 July 2021 – Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential in Asia and Africa, together with Humanitarian Partner International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and Technology Partner Lenovo, have announced the winners […]
New capital will fund ESR’s robust development pipeline TOKYO/SINGAPORE/HONG KONG – Media OutReach – 6 July 2021 – ESR Cayman Limited (“ESR” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries as the “Group”; SEHK Stock Code: 1821), the largest APAC focused logistics real estate platform, announced a JPY75 billion (circa US$675 million) expansion of ESR Japan Logistics Fund III (“RJLF3”), a development joint venture established with Dutch pension […]
Stronger-than-expected international migration lifted Canada’s population by 82,000 in the first quarter, the fastest quarterly increase since the pandemic began, a report by Royal Bank of Canada said. The report attributed this to the federal government’s strong push for new permanent residents, with most of the increase accounted for by people already temporarily living in the country. There was also a significant increase in temporary residents that […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 2 July 2021 – Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics Network’; Stock Code 0636.HK) is honoured to be recognised as one of the “Most Honored Companies” in Institutional Investor‘s annual All-Asia (ex-Japan) Executive Team rankings for the sixth consecutive year. It was also ranked in the top three in five categories under the Transportation sector. Kerry Logistics Network and its […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 2 July 2021 – The Nailist, a home-grown Manicure Singapore service provider, collaborates with Outrankco to improve its overall digital capabilities. With the lack of walk-in customers and people working from home during the Covid-19 period, it has inevitably affected the performance of most brick-and-mortar store, even more so for services that requires close contact with the customers such as manicure and […]
James M Dorsey Recent announcements by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of plans to turn the kingdom into a transportation and logistics hub that connects continents take to a new level Saudi efforts to replace the United Arab Emirates and Qatar as the Middle East’s go-to addresses. Prince Mohammed’s plans, which include the creation of a new national carrier alongside Saudia, currently the kingdom’s aviation flagship and construction of a new airport for […]
Partnership is a key aspect of DHL’s Group-wide program GoTeach, which seeks to improve employability for young people by preparing them for the working world Key highlights of this year’s program include virtual mentoring sessions, job skills training and DHL scholarships Collaboration between DHL and SOS Children’s Villages will be extended for another five years to 2026 HO CHI MINH, VIETNAM – Media OutReach – 1 July […]
More than four in five (83%) of Singapore employers have accelerated the adoption of the Agile methodology since the pandemic 78% of employers are currently using Agile in their workplace; the ‘ability to adapt and respond to rapid changes’ is the main driving factor for its implementation More than half of employers (57%) cite ‘not everybody on the team understands the requirements’ as a challenge in adopting […]
Son Ye-jin of Spackman Media Group, who starred in highly popular romance drama CRASH LANDING ON YOU (2020), to headline in JTBC’s new drama, 39 Directed by Kim Sang-ho of RUN ON (2020) and written by Yoo Young-ah of ENCOUNTER (2018) & KIM JI YOUNG, BORN IN 1982, 39 will start filming in August 2021 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 30 June 2021 – Spackman Entertainment Group […]
