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Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics, South Korea’s technological titan, have escalated their fight for improved pay and leave policies by initiating an indefinite strike. This decision comes after a three-day walkout that concluded on July 10th. The National Samsung Electronics Union (NSEU), representing nearly a quarter of the company’s workforce in South Korea, asserts that the management has been unwilling to engage in meaningful discussions regarding their […]

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – In a move that strengthens the UAE’s position in the green energy sector, DUBAL Holding, the emirate’s sovereign wealth fund with a focus on sustainable investments, announced the acquisition of an equity stake in BiOD Technology FZCO. BiOD holds the distinction of being the largest biodiesel manufacturer not only in the UAE but across the entire GCC region. The partnership between the […]

By Tajul Islam As global economic dynamics shift, emerging economies seek new opportunities for growth and influence. A notable development is the BRICS coalition, originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. With its recent expansion, the BRICS framework has introduced the concept of BRICS+, aiming for deeper and more flexible economic integration. This article explores the differences between BRICS and BRICS+, and examines the potential […]

The International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) successfully reissued a total of $940 million in short-term sukuk across three separate maturities. This marks the seventh auction conducted by the IILM in 2024, signifying continued investor demand for these Shariah-compliant financial instruments. The sukuk offering comprised three tranches with varying tenors. The first tranche consisted of $440 million with a one-month maturity, priced at a competitive rate of […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 July 2024 – Generali Hong Kong has achieved significant recognition at the Insurance Asia Awards 2024, receiving two prestigious awards that underscore its excellence in social media engagement and product innovation. The two awards received by Generali Hong Kong include: Social Media Initiative of the Year New Insurance Product of the Year The award recognizes Generali Hong Kong’s […]

Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) has given the thumbs-up to a public offering for the GIB Opportunistic Indian Equity Fund, paving the way for Saudi investors to tap into the growing Indian stock market. The announcement, made on July 7, 2024, follows an application submitted by GIB Capital, a leading Saudi Arabian financial services firm. The CMA’s approval signifies that the regulatory body has reviewed and […]

Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) has exited the race to acquire United Bank, a state-owned Egyptian entity under the Central Bank of Egypt’s (CBE) control. Talks between the two parties reportedly reached an impasse due to a disagreement on valuation. According to a source cited by Shourouk News and reported by the Egyptian news website Enterprise, QIB’s offer fell short of the CBE’s expectations, failing to reach the […]

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 July 2024 – Terence Lau & Associates (TLA), a leading financial services agency in Singapore, has announced that it plans to grow the size of its organisation. Director and head of TLA, Mr Terence Lau, a veteran in the financial advisory industry of almost 15 years, has recognized the immense potential of the younger workforce in the financial advisory sector […]

The G7’s (Group of Seven) recent move to seize assets belonging to Russian oligarchs and government officials has triggered a potential financial ripple effect, with Saudi Arabia issuing a stark warning. The Saudis, a major oil producer and significant player in the global financial markets, have threatened to dump their holdings of US Treasuries if the G7 continues down this path. The crux of the Saudi concern […]

Saudi Aramco, the world’s largest oil producer by crude output, has re-entered the international debt market with a US dollar-denominated bond issuance. This marks the company’s first foray into the global debt market since 2021, signifying its continued financial strength and strategic investment plans. The details of the bond offering were announced on the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) on July 9th, 2024. The bonds will be senior […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 July 2024 – On 9 July 2024, the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Shanghai Institute of Certified Public Accountants (SHICPA), to further areas of collaboration between both professional accountancy bodies. Taking place at the 5th Singapore-Shanghai Comprehensive Cooperation Council (SSCCC) meeting on the same day, the MOU was signed by Mr […]

Saudi Arabia and China are poised to solidify their ties in the construction and housing sectors, following a recent meeting between high-level officials in Riyadh. The get-together, which included Saudi Minister of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing Majid Al-Hogail and China’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Chang Hua, focused on bolstering collaboration across real estate development, contracting, and municipal services. This strategic dialogue marks a significant step forward […]

Qatar National Bank (QNB), the leading financial institution by assets in the Gulf region, reported a positive performance in the first half of 2024. The bank’s net profit climbed by 7% year-on-year, reaching QAR 8. 2 billion (approximately USD 2. 2 billion) by the end of June. This growth was fueled by a 9% increase in operating income, which reached QAR 20. 1 billion during the same […]

PHU YEN, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 July 2024 – The Indochina Kajima Development Company Limited (Indochina Kajima) is delighted to announce that Mandarin Oriental, Bai Nom has been awarded its construction permit from the Department of Construction – the People’s Committee of Phu Yen Province on June 11, 2024. This marks a significant milestone in Indochina Kajima’s development of the ultra-luxury resort in Vietnam. […]

By Nantoo Banerjee It may look odd that India aspiring to be an industrial powerhouse and a major global economy received a total foreign direct investment (FDI) of only US$28 billion, last year, compared to tiny Singapore receiving $160 billion and Hong Kong $113 billion. According to the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 July 2024 – The annual BUSINESS GOVirtual (BGOV) Expo & Conference, focused on innovation and technology, will be held on 11-12 July 2024 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Event to Highlight Two Major Technology Trends: Generative AI and Digital Assets Generative AI and Digital Assets are the two new drivers of future economic growth. Over […]

Gulf International Bank (GIB) recently released its 2023 Sustainability Report, outlining the bank’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts throughout the past year. The report highlights GIB’s commitment to integrating sustainable practices into its core operations and financial products. GIB emphasizes its strategic approach to sustainability, showcasing its initiatives and achievements measured against established ESG metrics. The report details the bank’s adherence to the Global Reporting Initiative […]

BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 July 2024 – The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a mega cross-sea passage in south China that consists of one underwater tunnel, two bridges, and two artificial islands, opened to traffic on Sunday. A view of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a mega cross-sea passage in the Great Bay Area, June 27, 2024. Seven years on, Chinese designers and constructors have overcome some of […]

Dubai-based company Revibe is on a mission to transform the perception of refurbished electronics, aiming to not only be a leader in the region but also disrupt the global market. Founded in September 2022 with a focus on sustainability and affordability, Revibe is capitalizing on the growing demand for high-quality, pre-owned devices. The brainchild of co-founder Hamza Iraqui, Revibe was born out of a concern for the […]

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 July 2024 – With its well-rounded functionality, OctaTrader aims to cover the entire traders’ experience across four fundamental areas: payments, education, trading, and decision-making. This all-in-one architecture allows the application to form a trading ecosystem designed for clients of various experience levels, trading styles, and asset preferences. As such, the platform continuously evolves, receiving updates with new enhancements […]

Ajman Bank, a leading Islamic financial institution in the United Arab Emirates, has joined forces with Positive Zero to implement a comprehensive energy-saving initiative. This strategic partnership aims to significantly reduce the bank’s energy consumption and environmental impact. Positive Zero, a specialist in fully financed energy efficiency solutions, will equip Ajman Bank’s headquarters with cutting-edge technologies and operational improvements. These measures are anticipated to generate a substantial […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 July 2024 – The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) has launched its pioneering “Do Good” initiative, which signifies ISCA’s commitment to foster a culture of social responsibility and enhance corporate governance within Trade Associations and Chambers (TACs) and charity boards. Announced in February this year, the Board of Directors (BOD) Masterclass Programme is an all-encompassing board training programme prescribed […]

Officials from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and China have taken a significant step towards bolstering security ties between the two nations. During a high-profile visit by China’s Minister of Public Security, Wang Xiaohong, to Abu Dhabi in February 2024, a strategic police dialogue was launched. This initiative signifies a growing focus on collaboration in combating transnational crime threats. The launch of the dialogue follows a broader […]

By Dr. Gyan Pathak The progress towards achieving SDG 8 targets aiming at full and productive employment and decent work for all by 2030 is threatened by numerous roadblocks. Though global unemployment hit a historic low of 5 per cent, women and youth face higher unemployment rates. Informal employment poses significant global challenge with over […]
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