By Harihar Swarup Is anything changing in Kashmir? The merchant selling bronze items in narrow streets of Lal Chowk was surprised by the question. He had no idea who I (this columnist) was. Seeing his discomfort, I introduced myself and asked him to speak freely. His reply was straight, “I have been coming […]
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By James M Dorsey When US intelligence asserted that Iran was selling hundreds of combat drones to Russia, it was signalling more than Iranian support for Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Suggesting that Russia was not capable of serial producing its own drones, the intelligence served to question further Russian military capabilities, […]
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ShopBack will officially launch its platform in Hong Kong in response to the market’s immense potential Users in Hong Kong can anticipate exciting Cashback promotions and discounts to commemorate ShopBack’s entry and rebrand celebrations within the month of August The launch will be rolled out alongside the Group’s global rebranding efforts to better synergise various features across its platform HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 4 […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 4 August 2022 – Equities First Holdings partnered with Nimsdai Purja MBE, professional mountaineer, in conquering the world’s tallest mountain range in a record-breaking fashion in May 2022. Nimsdai successfully completed his summit attempt and set two new world records in the process: summiting Everest, Lhotse and Kanchenjunga in eight days, 23 hours and 10 minutes without oxygen; and completing […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 August 2022 – In line with nationwide efforts to combat diabetes, the National Healthcare Group (NHG) and Tanoto Foundation are spearheading a Diabetes Reversal[1] Programme in Singapore. The Programme seeks to control blood sugar levels in diabetes patients through behavioural change without the need for medication or surgery. Co-funded by a S$2.6 million contribution from Tanoto Foundation and S$1 million from […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 August 2022 – StoreFriendly has been established for 20 years since its establishment. It is committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibility and actively giving back to society in different ways. On July 29, the StoreFriendly Foundation, a subsidiary of the Self-Storage Group, together with the Hong Kong Lions Club and “Community Kitchen” Food For Good distributed love lunch […]
By Ashis Biswas Largely unnoticed by the Indian mainstream media, Bangladesh hosted the Ministerial Conference of Developing 8 grouping, D-8 for short, a few days ago. This relatively new alliance brings together eight Muslim countries spread from South East Asia to Africa. There were a few tangible, positive decisions taken at the virtually conducted Foreign […]
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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 August 2022 – Carros Project Management Pte Ltd (The Company), a subsidiary of BS Capital Group (The Group), is pleased to announce the successful purchase of 100% shares in Premier Corporation Pte Ltd (“Premier Corporation”), enabling the Group to take the reins of Premier Taxis Pte Ltd (“Premier Taxis”), holder of a Street-Hail Service Operator License (SSOL) and a Class 2 […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 August 2022 – Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Royal Golden Eagle (RGE), a global resources-based manufacturing group, today launched the RGE-NTU Sustainable Textile Research Centre (RGE-NTU SusTex) to accelerate innovation in textile recycling and translate research outcomes into practical solutions that can be deployed in urban settings like Singapore. Researchers in the S$6 million joint research centre will look […]
Company commits to one hectare of conservation area for every hectare of plantation by 2025 Several partnerships put in place to support achievement of target SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Media OutReach – 5 August 2022 – Bracell, a global leader in the production of dissolving pulp, has launched a ground breaking conservation commitment which will have a positive impact on the protection of native vegetation and biodiversity […]
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 August 2022 – LCL consolidation shipments exported by Rhenus from the Central European Gateway in Hilden, Germany, can receive the ClimatePartner label, as proof of the carbon emissions neutralised for the first quarter (Q1) 2022 operations. Rhenus Group, a leading global logistics service provider, announces positive progress in the efforts to achieve LCL carbon neutrality through a pilot project to ensure […]
Originally held biennially, the tradeshow will now become a yearly affair to meet the demand for a quality annual sourcing platform in Asia. This year will see Alternative Proteins Asia debuting with the largest gathering of progressive companies, entrepreneurs, start-up competition and conference from this maturing vertical in Singapore to date. After being a part of Food&HotelAsia (FHA) for 44 years, FHA Horeca, which caters to hotels, […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 4 August 2022 – On July 29, 2022, People’s Procuratorate of Shenzhen Municipality and the Qianhai Authority organized a ceremony for signing three cooperation agreements and grand opening of the Hong Kong Enterprise Compliance Development Service Centre (the Centre). The ceremony was officiated by Yu Xinxi, Deputy Party Secretary and Deputy Procurator-general of People’s Procuratorate of Shenzhen Municipality and Liang […]
To Develop A Truly Sustainable Built Environment SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 4 August 2022 – Arup, a global design, engineering and advisory business with sustainable development at its heart, today launched the Centre for Climate Action in Cities (CCAC). Ms Grace Fu, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, was the Guest-of-Honour for the launch together with Ms Jacqueline Poh, Managing Director of the Singapore Economic Development […]
MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach – 3 August 2022 – Udokan Copper, the developer of Russia’s largest new deposit, outlined scenarios to cut the carbon intensity of copper production up to 75% by 2035, bringing the Company closer to its ultimate goal of climate neutrality in the long run. The Company publishes its Sustainability Report for 2021, which outlines the results in terms of the environment as […]
Amongst the winners are OCBC Bank, NTUC Health, MyRepublic, and Intrepid Group Asia. See the full list of winners here SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 3 August 2022 – The Workplace of the Year 2022 Awards, produced by EngageRocket, the APAC’s fastest-growing employee experience technology provider, celebrate the outstanding achievements of organisations for their resilience and the phenomenal work they have done as we move to the […]
LONDON, UK – Media OutReach – 2 August 2022 – ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (ST Telemedia) has reached an agreement for Macquarie Asset Management, via Macquarie European Infrastructure Fund 7, to acquire a significant minority stake in leading data centre provider VIRTUS Data Centres (VIRTUS). VIRTUS provides colocation and cloud connectivity services to blue-chip clients, including global technology companies and enterprise clients. Its portfolio comprises 11 […]
Starring Spackman Media Group artist Kim Sang-kyung, POONG, THE JOSEON PSYCHIATRIST took first place in audience ratings for its time slot based on Nielson Korea, an audience rating research company The tvN K-drama surpassed the premiere audience ratings of MY LIBERATION NOTES, which was the most popular K-drama in May in Korea Last April, Kim Sang-kyung headlined in AIR MURDER, co-produced by the Group’s indirect wholly-owned subsidiary […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 2 August 2022 – NOVATION, Hong Kong’s globally trusted leader in data security and automation, has announced the release of DataVio, its cloud-based solution for helping businesses automate the processing and extraction of valuable data from documents. The launch of DataVio is part of NOVATION’s push towards offering more digital products and private cloud solutions to clients, while building on […]
By Subrata Majumder RBI decision to permit rupee convertible in export and import is a precursor to make rupee an international currency. Although the convertibility is limited to current account, RBI’s decision demonstrates India’s readiness to move forward for full convertibility. Essence of rupee convertibility is a challenge to the global economy by India’s strong […]
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Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut was arrested at midnight after over six hours of questioning in an alleged land scam case, news agency PTI reported. Raut, 60, alleged he was being targeted by the Centre to weaken Team Thackeray. Enforcement Directorate officials had searched Raut’s home for the most part of Sunday after he refused […]
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Combining features of life protection and wealth accumulation with flexi designation option to offer unique flexibility in legacy planning HONG KONG SAR – Media Outreach – 1 August 2022 – AXA Hong Kong and Macau (AXA) today announced the launch of its Max Wealth Insurance Plan (“Max Wealth”), which offers a market-leading guaranteed breakeven period as short as 5 years[2], and guaranteed cash value on the commencement […]
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 1 August 2022 – Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, today announced the appointment of Rosanna Tang as the firm’s Head of Business Development Services, Hong Kong, effective August 1, 2022. Rosanna will be leading the research and marketing functions in Hong Kong, and support the management to establish and drive Cushman & Wakefield’s business priorities […]
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach – 28 July 2022 – For the second year in a row, social empowerment continues to be at the heart of Prince Foundation when it bags the Asia Responsible Enterprise Award (AREA) 2022 organized by Enterprise Asia, a non-governmental organization that recognizes entrepreneurship across the region. Students during Chen Zhi Scholarship’s Final Interview. Awarded in the Social Empowerment Category through its […]
