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iQIYI and G.H.Y Culture & Media Sign MOU for Joint Venture To Form Southeast Asia's Largest Talent Agency

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

The two entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a talent management agency to be based in Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • The two entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a talent management agency to be based in Singapore.
  • This joint venture entity aims to identify and promote talent across Southeast Asia.
  • The talent search programme will be streamed exclusively on the iQIYI International platform and iQ.com.
  • "The establishment of this new joint venture will be a key milestone in our ongoing partnership with our strategic business partner and shareholder, iQIYI.

ICO and National Privacy Commission, Philippines, sign Memorandum of Understanding

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Thursday, January 14, 2021

UK Information Commissioner, Elizabeth Denham, and her counterpart in the Philippines, Commissioner and Chairman Raymund Enriquez Liboro (NPC), have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Key Points: 
  • UK Information Commissioner, Elizabeth Denham, and her counterpart in the Philippines, Commissioner and Chairman Raymund Enriquez Liboro (NPC), have today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
  • The MOU, signed virtually via video-teleconference, sets out the commitment of the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) and the NPC to fostering closer collaboration and cooperation in data protection in the two jurisdictions.
  • Under the MOU, the two authorities will collaborate to deliver the regulatory cooperation necessary to support their data-based economies and protect the fundamental rights of citizens of each jurisdiction.
  • It lays the basis of the enhanced work relationship for the two authorities to go forward in matters of mutual regulatory interest.

SEC and CONSOB Sign New Supervisory Cooperation Arrangement

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Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Washington, D.C. and Rome, Italy--(Newsfile Corp. - December 22, 2020) - The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commissione Nazionale per le Societ e la Borsa (CONSOB) today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning consultation, cooperation and the exchange of information regarding the supervision of regulated entities that conduct financial services business in the U.S., Italy, or both.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, D.C. and Rome, Italy--(Newsfile Corp. - December 22, 2020) - The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commissione Nazionale per le Societ e la Borsa (CONSOB) today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) concerning consultation, cooperation and the exchange of information regarding the supervision of regulated entities that conduct financial services business in the U.S., Italy, or both.
  • The MOU enhances the ability of the SEC and of the CONSOB to consult, coordinate, and share supervisory information with each other and facilitates the respective cross-border examinations of regulated entities.
  • SEC Chairman, Jay Clayton said, "Today's MOU reaffirms the importance of cross-border collaboration with respect to the oversight of our respective registrants.
  • Effective cooperation will benefit each of our financial markets and investors."

First Nations Major Projects Coalition and First Nations Climate Initiative Sign MOU to Advance an Indigenous Led Net Zero Framework

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

The Respective Territories of Nations Stretching from BC to ON, Dec. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and the First Nations Climate Initiative (FNCI) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together to advance an Indigenous led net-zero policy framework concerning major energy and infrastructure development.

Key Points: 
  • The Respective Territories of Nations Stretching from BC to ON, Dec. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and the First Nations Climate Initiative (FNCI) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to work together to advance an Indigenous led net-zero policy framework concerning major energy and infrastructure development.
  • Under the MOU, the Nations will strengthen and implement FNCI's Net Zero policy framework ( https://www.fncionline.com/policy-framework ).
  • FNMPC and FNCI have also agreed to implement strategies that expand First Nations capacity to become proponents of sustainable major projects.
  • "This MOU is another example of our First Nations coming together to innovate and advance our mutual interests toward sustainable project development within our territories.

HTEC Secures $20 Million Investment by Chart Industries, Inc., and Signs Commercial MOU

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

The investment will support HTEC's capacity to meet increasing market demand for the company's hydrogen fuel supply solutions.

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  • In addition to the investment, Chart and HTEC have entered into a binding commercial Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
  • The MOU establishes how the companies will collaborate to develop, improve, and expand both HTEC and Chart's initiatives in the emerging hydrogen energy market.
  • Strategic collaborations with leaders like Chart have been an important part of our evolution," says Colin Armstrong, HTEC's President and CEO.
  • "Chart understands the critical role hydrogen plays in the creation of more sustainable energy systems.

FTC Signs Updated Memorandum of Understanding with Nigerian Consumer Protection and Criminal Enforcement Authorities

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Friday, October 30, 2020

The Federal Trade Commission signed an updated memorandum of understanding (MOU) with two Nigerian enforcement agenciesto enhance communication and cooperation in a joint effort to combat cross-border fraud.

Key Points: 
  • The Federal Trade Commission signed an updated memorandum of understanding (MOU) with two Nigerian enforcement agenciesto enhance communication and cooperation in a joint effort to combat cross-border fraud.
  • Nigerias FCCPC addresses consumer protection matters through investigations and enforcement.
  • The EFCC is a criminal enforcement agency that combats consumer fraud and other financial crimes.
  • The updated MOU replaces the FTCs 2013 MOU with the FCCPCs predecessor, the Consumer Protection Council (CPC), and the EFCC.

FTC Signs Updated Memorandum of Understanding with Nigerian Consumer Protection and Criminal Enforcement Authorities

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Friday, October 30, 2020

The Federal Trade Commission signed an updated memorandum of understanding (MOU) with two Nigerian enforcement agenciesto enhance communication and cooperation in a joint effort to combat cross-border fraud.

Key Points: 
  • The Federal Trade Commission signed an updated memorandum of understanding (MOU) with two Nigerian enforcement agenciesto enhance communication and cooperation in a joint effort to combat cross-border fraud.
  • Nigerias FCCPC addresses consumer protection matters through investigations and enforcement.
  • The EFCC is a criminal enforcement agency that combats consumer fraud and other financial crimes.
  • The updated MOU replaces the FTCs 2013 MOU with the FCCPCs predecessor, the Consumer Protection Council (CPC), and the EFCC.

IFAW: Major boost for jaguar conservation as iconic but threatened species is afforded vital protection

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Friday, February 21, 2020

Urgent action is vital to save the jaguar, with 40% of its habitat having been lost over the last 100 years.

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  • Urgent action is vital to save the jaguar, with 40% of its habitat having been lost over the last 100 years.
  • Appendix I affords the highest protection possible, with Appendix II requiring countries to coordinate conservation efforts for the species.
  • Matt Collis, IFAW Director, International Policy, and head of IFAW's delegation at CMS, welcomed the decision, saying: "This is an important conservation win for jaguars.
  • IFAW was strongly supportive of the proposal to provide protection for this animal, which is emblematic of the problems facing many migratory species.

Azelio Sets up Commercial Project in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019

STOCKHOLM, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Azelio has agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swedish sustainable energy solutions company STELLA Futura, to work together on setting up a small-scale commercial project in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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  • STOCKHOLM, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Azelio has agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swedish sustainable energy solutions company STELLA Futura, to work together on setting up a small-scale commercial project in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Two potential sites are under evaluation for the project, one in Ghana and one in Togo.
  • "We are really happy that our members are bringing cleantech solutions to Africa," says Magnus Rehle.
  • The parties will negotiate final commercial terms after having chosen project sites.

Azelio Sets up Commercial Project in Sub-Saharan Africa

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019

STOCKHOLM, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Azelio has agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swedish sustainable energy solutions company STELLA Futura, to work together on setting up a small-scale commercial project in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Key Points: 
  • STOCKHOLM, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Azelio has agreed on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swedish sustainable energy solutions company STELLA Futura, to work together on setting up a small-scale commercial project in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Two potential sites are under evaluation for the project, one in Ghana and one in Togo.
  • "We are really happy that our members are bringing cleantech solutions to Africa," says Magnus Rehle.
  • The parties will negotiate final commercial terms after having chosen project sites.