ASEAN

Minister MacAulay announces inaugural Executive Director of new Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office

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Monday, December 4, 2023
ASEAN, Government of Canada, CPTPP, International trade, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Consul, Economic development, Executive, The Honourable, Canada–Korea Free Trade Agreement, Economy, CKFTA, AAFC, Small business, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Comprehensive, Growth, Global Affairs Canada, CFIA, Film industry, Agriculture

OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 4, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the appointment of Diedrah Kelly as Executive Director of Canada's new Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) in Manila, Philippines.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 4, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the appointment of Diedrah Kelly as Executive Director of Canada's new Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) in Manila, Philippines.
  • Ms. Kelly has 20 years of international experience with Global Affairs Canada, including numerous assignments abroad.
  • -       The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
    "We launched the Indo-Pacific Strategy to position Canada for long-term growth and prosperity that benefits everyone.
  • The appointment of Ms. Kelly as the Executive Director of the new Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office demonstrates Canada's continued commitment to enhancing and diversifying our trade and economic partnerships with Indo-Pacific economies and growing opportunities for our world-class businesses."

The 3rd International Medical Innovation and Cooperation Forum convenes in Fangchenggang

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Monday, December 4, 2023
Medicine, Belt, Global health, China–Arab States Cooperation Forum, Organization, Border Environment Cooperation Commission, Belt and Road Initiative, Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, Food safety, SCO, Forum, Communication, Health, ASEAN, Knowledge

BEIJING, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 26 November, the 3rd International Medical Innovation and Cooperation Forum was held in Fangchenggang, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China. The forum, themed "Strengthening Medical Opening-up and Cooperation, Building a Future of Health for Mankind", brought together over 400 attendees, including medical and health officials, industry experts, and representatives from businesses and organizations within the medical and healthcare sectors. The participants came from member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and ASEAN countries, contributing to a dynamic exchange of ideas and collaboration.

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  • BEIJING, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On 26 November, the 3rd International Medical Innovation and Cooperation Forum was held in Fangchenggang, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
  • The forum, themed "Strengthening Medical Opening-up and Cooperation, Building a Future of Health for Mankind", brought together over 400 attendees, including medical and health officials, industry experts, and representatives from businesses and organizations within the medical and healthcare sectors.
  • The participants came from member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and ASEAN countries, contributing to a dynamic exchange of ideas and collaboration.
  • Leveraging the strength of the SCO and ASEAN, it seeks to broaden global medical innovation and cooperation, optimize the allocation of medical resources, and elevate the global healthcare standard.

Masdar and PLN Advance Plans to Develop World's Largest Floating Solar Plant in Indonesia

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Sunday, December 3, 2023
Ministry, Carbon, Housing, PLN, UN, COP28, PJSC, Climate change, Conference, Partnership, Water, Aviation, Drinking, ASEAN, Public works, Transport, Renewable energy, Masdar, Cirata Dam

The development at the UN's Climate Change Conference COP28 in the UAE builds on years of successful collaboration between Masdar and PLN.

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  • The development at the UN's Climate Change Conference COP28 in the UAE builds on years of successful collaboration between Masdar and PLN.
  • The partnership has already resulted in the launch of Southeast Asia's largest floating solar power plant, the innovative 145 megawatt (MWac) (192MW peak) Cirata project.
  • We were extremely proud to inaugurate the 145MW (192MWp) floating solar power plant with our valued partners earlier this month.
  • In September, Masdar and PLN signed an agreement to develop Phase II of the Cirata plant to triple capacity by up to 500MW.

Masdar and PLN Advance Plans to Develop World's Largest Floating Solar Plant in Indonesia

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Sunday, December 3, 2023
Ministry, Carbon, Housing, PLN, UN, COP28, PJSC, Climate change, Conference, Partnership, Water, Aviation, Drinking, ASEAN, Public works, Transport, Renewable energy, Masdar, Cirata Dam

The development at the UN's Climate Change Conference COP28 in the UAE builds on years of successful collaboration between Masdar and PLN.

Key Points: 
  • The development at the UN's Climate Change Conference COP28 in the UAE builds on years of successful collaboration between Masdar and PLN.
  • The partnership has already resulted in the launch of Southeast Asia's largest floating solar power plant, the innovative 145 megawatt (MWac) (192MW peak) Cirata project.
  • We were extremely proud to inaugurate the 145MW (192MWp) floating solar power plant with our valued partners earlier this month.
  • In September, Masdar and PLN signed an agreement to develop Phase II of the Cirata plant to triple capacity by up to 500MW.

NETA Auto's Thailand Factory Successfully Initiates Production

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
Research, NETA, SUV, Bangchan General Assembly, Growth, Airline, ASEAN

The rollout of the first 'Made in Thailand' NETA vehicle marks a pivotal moment, signifying NETA's global development reaching unprecedented heights.

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  • The rollout of the first 'Made in Thailand' NETA vehicle marks a pivotal moment, signifying NETA's global development reaching unprecedented heights.
  • The NETA Thailand Factory, a collaborative effort between NETA and BGAC, is constructed with cutting-edge automation standards.
  • On November 29, NETA Auto unveiled its global models NETA GT and NETA X at the 40th Thailand International Motor Expo.
  • NETA Auto's newly factory in Thailand, along with its impressive product lineup showcased at the Thailand International Motor Expo, will provide strong support for the company's growth globally.

GIP ASEAN Chapter Launched in Jakarta

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
Ministry, Belt, World Bank, Chapter, Standard Chartered, City, FIS, Perbanas Institute, Lord, Standard, OJK, GIP, People's Bank of China, Ministry of Finance, MD, Capacity building, Central bank, Growth, ESG, Renewable energy, ASEAN

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Green Investment Principles for the Belt and Road (GIP) expands its reach into Southeast Asia with a new Chapter launched.

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  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Green Investment Principles for the Belt and Road (GIP) expands its reach into Southeast Asia with a new Chapter launched.
  • The ASEAN Chapter is a key part of GIP's vision to form effective local networks to disseminate knowledge and best practices and to help create green investment opportunities in developing economies.
  • This Chapter will contribute to the growth of sustainable finance in ASEAN via knowledge sharing and capacity building," said Ma Jun, co-chair of the GIP Steering Committee and Chairman of China Green Finance Committee.
  • As next steps, the Chapter will create an advisory council, expand GIP membership and facilitate capacity building and green project matching.

Building a bridge of connectivity through technology and culture

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Maker, Politics, CPC, Science, FutsalFeed Best Team Awards, Culture, SGMW, China Daily, Child, CYSCC, Conference, Exhibition, Dedication, Museum, ASEAN

This event aims to enhance international cooperation in science popularization for shared benefits from high-quality scientific resources.

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  • This event aims to enhance international cooperation in science popularization for shared benefits from high-quality scientific resources.
  • At the ceremony, 12 teams were honored with the "Best Team" award, 7 received the "Best Presentation" award and another 7 were recognized with the "Best Maker" award.
  • Guests also paid a visit to the achievement exhibition of the Maker Camp and the China-ASEAN Youth Science Carnival.
  • These activities effectively showcased Guangxi's resources of science, technology, and culture.

WEPACK ASEAN, Southeast Asia's Largest Packaging and Converting Exhibition, is coming to Malaysia

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
RCEP, International trade, WONDER, Corrugated fiberboard, Multimedia, Convention center, ASIA, Intelligence, Digital, Conference, PAPER, Exhibition, Growth, ASEAN, RX

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WEPACK ASEAN 2023, organized by Reed Exhibitions (RX), will be held at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre from November 22-24, 2023.

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  • KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WEPACK ASEAN 2023, organized by Reed Exhibitions (RX), will be held at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre from November 22-24, 2023.
  • Through exhibitions, forums, and in-booth demonstrations, participants can establish close collaboration channels with major Southeast Asian national industry associations and packaging manufacturers.
  • This setup is designed to build an international buyer network in Southeast Asia, stimulate market vitality, and promote business cooperation.
  • The exhibition will establish itself as the largest packaging industry event in Southeast Asia.

Southeast Asia 5G Growth Opportunities: 5G Monetization Solutions for the Enterprise and Consumer Segments

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Growth, API, Singtel, Growth & Opportunity Project, Video game, ASEAN

DUBLIN, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "5G Growth Opportunities in Southeast Asian Countries" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "5G Growth Opportunities in Southeast Asian Countries" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • 5G revenue will remain driven by 5G connectivity, the main contributing factor during this period.
  • On the enterprise side, mobile operators have started to prioritize growth, with some markets (Singapore and Thailand) more advanced than others.
  • Although 5G revenue registered CAGR growth overall, in some markets, like the Philippines and Indonesia, 5G faces adoption challenges that impact further investment.

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Posts 37.7% Growth in Core Operating Profit to HK$5,989 Million For 1HFY2024 Led By Positive Impact From Ongoing Transformation

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Tang dynasty, Growth, Gold, Exhibition, Overalls, Employment, Shaanxi History Museum, Tmall, RSV, HK, Culture, Collection, Omnichannel, Stock exchange, Chow Tai Fook, Tourism, Motherboard, SEHK, Labour, Foot, Tang Dynasty (album), SSS, POS, Mid-Autumn Festival, GMV, Luminous, ASEAN, Yoy, Travel, Clothing, Property management, Renewable energy, Casino, Jewellery, Hong Kong, Core

Core operating profit increased 37.7% to HK$5,989 million, outpacing revenue growth.

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  • Core operating profit increased 37.7% to HK$5,989 million, outpacing revenue growth.
  • Profit attributable to shareholders rose 36.4% to HK$4,551 million (1HFY2023: HK$3,336 million) during the period.
  • The Group’s retail sales value (“RSV”) registered positive growth of 15.6% during the period, driven by Hong Kong, Macau and other markets.
  • In 1HFY2024, we opened a net of 189 CHOW TAI FOOK JEWELLERY POS in the Mainland.