MSME-Champions

Fueled by growth and expansion, SM supports MSME communities

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Friday, December 23, 2022

PASAY CITY, Philippines, Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SM is looking forward to working with communities especially during tough times to sustain and support growth and recovery.

Key Points: 
  • PASAY CITY, Philippines, Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SM is looking forward to working with communities especially during tough times to sustain and support growth and recovery.
  • "As we expand, we are mindful about how this brings meaningful support to communities," SM Investments Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Frederic C. DyBuncio said.
  • SM acts as a marketplace to over 90,000 MSMEs partners, playing the big brother role and helping them navigate mainstream retailing.
  • Despite economic and geopolitical headwinds, SM is keen on pursuing growth and expansion in 2023 to provide vital support to the economy that will reach more communities.

The 3rd APEC Women Connect Her Power Entrepreneurship Competition Announces 2022 Winners, Raising Profiles of Budding Women Entrepreneurs

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3rd APEC Women Connect "Her Power" Entrepreneurship Competition came to an end on December 16 with a livestreamed ceremony.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 3rd APEC Women Connect "Her Power" Entrepreneurship Competition came to an end on December 16 with a livestreamed ceremony.
  • The APEC Women Connect Virtual Workshop and the third Her Power Entrepreneurship Competition Awards Ceremony 2022 on December 16 hosted honored guests from the public and private sectors.
  • APEC Women Connect aims to empower women, especially young women, to realize entrepreneurship via digital solutions, through inspirational sharing, practical learning, effective recognition, and awards.
  • APEC Women Connect has been included in the annual recommendation to the APEC Economic Leaders for three consecutive years.

Foodizz Academy is Pleased to Announce the Launch of a Revolutionary LMS Especially for Culinary Businesses

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

455.44 trillion)** in growth (CAGR - Compounded Annual Growth Rate, or Compound Annual Growth Rate); the culinary industry is also predicted to grow up to Rp.

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  • 455.44 trillion)** in growth (CAGR - Compounded Annual Growth Rate, or Compound Annual Growth Rate); the culinary industry is also predicted to grow up to Rp.
  • 1.097 trillion ($78.5 billion) by 2025***, which is predicted to increase the number of entrepreneurs and their workforce.
  • There are several opinions that say the culinary business is easy, and the difficult thing is to maintain the quality of products and services.
  • As the first culinary education platform in Indonesia, Foodizz, which is part of the big TCI (PT.

BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 Scales Up 500 MSMEs to Win the Global Market

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Friday, December 16, 2022

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) presents the BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 in a hybrid format.

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  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) presents the BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 in a hybrid format.
  • "We are committed to supporting MSMEs through Gerakan Nasional Bangga Buatan Indonesia, which empowers our curated MSMEs to showcase their best works in various international expos.
  • In addition, the eventalso consists of various activities such as business matching sessions, coaching clinics, UMKM awards, bazaars, and live shopping.
  • Through BRI's support, we have displayed our products at numerous international exhibitions, including India, Mexico, Hongkong, and Malaysia," said Bunda Elis.

BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 Scales Up 500 MSMEs to Win the Global Market

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Friday, December 16, 2022

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) presents the BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 in a hybrid format.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) presents the BRILIANPRENEUR UMKM EXPO(RT) 2022 in a hybrid format.
  • Furthermore, visitors can purchase the MSME products right away by clicking one of the links to the e-commerce platforms.
  • "We are committed to supporting MSMEs through Gerakan Nasional Bangga Buatan Indonesia, which empowers our curated MSMEs to showcase their best works in various international expos.
  • In addition, the eventalso consists of various activities such as business matching sessions, coaching clinics, UMKM awards, bazaars, and live shopping.

OPEC Fund approves over US$500 million in new global development support

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.

Key Points: 
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.
  • At the same time, we recognize the need to accelerate support for sustainable development to ensure people's livelihoods and well-being worldwide."
  • Benin:A US$14 million supplementary loan will support the ongoing Agricultural Development and Market Access Support Project, which is expected to benefit more than 255,000 people, including smallholder farmers.
  • The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is the only globally mandated development institution that provides financing from member countries to non-member countries exclusively.

OPEC Fund approves over US$500 million in new global development support

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.

Key Points: 
  • OPEC Fund Director-General Dr. Abdulhamid Alkhalifa said: "In a very challenging year, the OPEC Fund was able to significantly increase its support and strengthen its impact.
  • At the same time, we recognize the need to accelerate support for sustainable development to ensure people's livelihoods and well-being worldwide."
  • Benin:A US$14 million supplementary loan will support the ongoing Agricultural Development and Market Access Support Project, which is expected to benefit more than 255,000 people, including smallholder farmers.
  • The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is the only globally mandated development institution that provides financing from member countries to non-member countries exclusively.

India's Vedanta Group inks understanding with 30 Japanese firms

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

TOKYO, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vedanta Group has signed Memoranda of Understanding with 30 Japanese companies for development of India's semiconductor and glass display manufacturing ecosystem. These were signed at the Vedanta-Avanstrate Business Partners Summit 2022 held last week at Tokyo, Japan and attended by more than 200 delegates from over 100 global companies.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Vedanta Group has signed Memoranda of Understanding with 30 Japanese companiesfor development of India's semiconductor and glass display manufacturing ecosystem.
  • Earlier this year, Vedanta-Foxconn announced setting up semiconductor and glass fab units in India's Gujarat state.
  • With Vedanta acting as an anchor unit, the region will be developed for 1000+ MSMEs to create a sustainable economic environment for hi-tech SCM."
  • Vedanta Group ("Vedanta") is a globally diversified natural resources and technology conglomerate.

India's Vedanta Group inks understanding with 30 Japanese firms

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

TOKYO, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vedanta Group has signed Memoranda of Understanding with 30 Japanese companies for development of India's semiconductor and glass display manufacturing ecosystem. These were signed at the Vedanta-Avanstrate Business Partners Summit 2022 held last week at Tokyo, Japan and attended by more than 200 delegates from over 100 global companies.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Vedanta Group has signed Memoranda of Understanding with 30 Japanese companiesfor development of India's semiconductor and glass display manufacturing ecosystem.
  • Earlier this year, Vedanta-Foxconn announced setting up semiconductor and glass fab units in India's Gujarat state.
  • With Vedanta acting as an anchor unit, the region will be developed for 1000+ MSMEs to create a sustainable economic environment for hi-tech SCM."
  • Vedanta Group ("Vedanta") is a globally diversified natural resources and technology conglomerate.

Moving Towards Sustainable Indonesia, UMKM EXPO(RT) BRILIANPRENEUR 2022 Presents 500 Curated MSMEs

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Friday, December 2, 2022

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/-- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) is holding the UMKM EXPO(RT) BRILIANPRENEUR 2022 virtual exhibition from 1-31 December.

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  • JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/-- PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) Tbk (IDX: BBRI) is holding the UMKM EXPO(RT) BRILIANPRENEUR 2022 virtual exhibition from 1-31 December.
  • The event presents 500 MSMEs from 22 provinces in Indonesia showcasing their products through www.brilianpreneur.com .
  • "This year's event is to highlight MSMEs embarking their journey toward environmental and sustainability goals.
  • These sessions are initiated to help MSMEs in scaling up their products, including in international market.