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Second Int'l Forum on Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation Highlights Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China.org.cn: The Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation: 2023 Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship report was released at the International Forum on Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation - 2nd Event.

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  • BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China.org.cn: The Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation: 2023 Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship report was released at the International Forum on Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation - 2nd Event.
  • On Nov. 6, 2023, the International Forum on Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation - 2nd Event was held at the UN Compound in Beijing.
  • The Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation: 2023 Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship report was also released at the forum.
  • The Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation: 2023 Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship report is the second annual report made possible by a research project and knowledge sharing initiative known as the Thematic Study on Sci-Tech Empowering Rural Transformation, which was launched in 2022 by the organizations that hosted the forum.

Historic Space Coast Multifamily that Housed Apollo-Era Staff Set To Reopen Following DLP Capital’s Three-Year Rebuild

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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The two-tower,182-unit multifamily community sits directly across the Indian River bay from the Kennedy Space Center and used to ferry aerospace staff across to the center.

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  • The two-tower,182-unit multifamily community sits directly across the Indian River bay from the Kennedy Space Center and used to ferry aerospace staff across to the center.
  • Following DLP Capital’s purchase of the complex five years ago, and a $22-million redevelopment, the complex is now preparing to reopen as “Dream Space Coast” and has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • DLP Capital conducted significant structural and cosmetic upgrades to the property while maintaining the historic exterior.
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    Historic Apollo-era apartment community, built for aerospace professionals, has been redeveloped by DLP Capital and will reopen as Dream Space Coast.

Dr. George Lam Officially Joins VSFG as Honorary Chairman

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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HONG KONG, May 16, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - To drive the strategic development of innovative financial services, Venture Smart Financial Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as "VSFG" or "the Group") officially announced the appointment of Dr. George Lam, BBS, JP ("Dr. Lam") as Honorary Chairman today.

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  • HONG KONG, May 16, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - To drive the strategic development of innovative financial services, Venture Smart Financial Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as "VSFG" or "the Group") officially announced the appointment of Dr. George Lam, BBS, JP ("Dr. Lam") as Honorary Chairman today.
  • Dr. Lam said, "I have accepted the invitation from Mr. Lawrence Chu, Chairman of VSFG, because we share the same vision for the future development of Hong Kong's financial industry.
  • VSFG is the first virtual asset manager in Hong Kong licensed by the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission ("SFC").
  • Mr. Lawrence Chu, Chairman of VSFG, also expressed his sincere appreciation to Dr. Lam for joining and supporting VSFG, "As a farsighted visionary, Dr. Lam has always been driving the integration of the new and traditional economies without neglecting the importance of regulations and corporate governance.

Asia Pacific E-Learning Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Regional Analysis By Delivery Mode, Learning Mode, and End User - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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The "Asia Pacific E-Learning Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Regional Analysis By Delivery Mode, Learning Mode, and End User" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Asia Pacific E-Learning Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Regional Analysis By Delivery Mode, Learning Mode, and End User" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • A learning management system (LMS) is a software application for administering, documenting, tracking, reporting, automating, and delivering educational, training, or learning and development programs.
  • The LMS concept has emerged from e-learning, and it manages all types of content - including video, course, and documentation.
  • However, the self-paced segment is expected to maintain its dominance in the APAC e-learning market during the forecast period.

UN Global Compact launches new Regional Hub for Asia & Oceania

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Bangkok, Thailand, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, today launched its Regional Hub for Asia & Oceania in Bangkok, Thailand.

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  • Bangkok, Thailand, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, today launched its Regional Hub for Asia & Oceania in Bangkok, Thailand.
  • The new Regional Hub for Asia & Oceania will aim to strengthen the presence of the UN Global Compact in the region, including better outreach and support for businesses across the region on how to help make progress on the Sustainable Development Goals and implement the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact.
  • The Hub will serve to strengthen the existing Global Compact Local Networks and expand the presence of the UN Global Compact in priority countries.
  • The launch of the UN Global Compact Asia & Oceania Regional Hub is a welcome move, indicating the commitment of the UN Global Compact towards regional growth, collaboration and action towards SDGs and the Ten Principles.

Asian and Pacific Countries Adopt Jakarta Declaration 2023-2032

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Sunday, October 23, 2022
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JAKARTA, Oct 24, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The 'High-level Intergovernmental Meeting on the Final Review of the Asian and Pacific Decade of Persons with Disabilities' (HLIGM APDPD) closed on Friday (Oct 21) with 53 Asia-Pacific and 9 associated countries adopting the landmark Jakarta Declaration, marking the start of the fourth 'Asian and Pacific Decade of Persons with Disabilities'.

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  • JAKARTA, Oct 24, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The 'High-level Intergovernmental Meeting on the Final Review of the Asian and Pacific Decade of Persons with Disabilities' (HLIGM APDPD) closed on Friday (Oct 21) with 53 Asia-Pacific and 9 associated countries adopting the landmark Jakarta Declaration, marking the start of the fourth 'Asian and Pacific Decade of Persons with Disabilities'.
  • 53 Asia-Pacific and 9 associated UN ESCAP countries adopted the Jakarta Declaration 2023-2032, October 21, 2022.
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    Participants in the Meeting on the Final Review of the Asian and Pacific Decade of Persons with Disabilities 2013-2023, Oct 21, 2022.
  • "Through the Jakarta Declaration, we reaffirm our global commitment to a better life for all persons with disabilities," said Risma, emphasizing the commitment of Asia Pacific countries in realizing the Incheon Strategy, initiated ten years ago.

CareCloud to Present at the H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference on Monday, September 12

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Friday, September 9, 2022
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The presentation will be available for on-demand viewing on the H.C. Wainwright conference platform for 30 days beginning Monday, September 12, 2022 at 7:00 am EDT.

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  • The presentation will be available for on-demand viewing on the H.C. Wainwright conference platform for 30 days beginning Monday, September 12, 2022 at 7:00 am EDT.
  • CareCloud (Nasdaq: MTBC, MTBCO, MTBCP) brings disciplined innovation to the business of healthcare.
  • Our suite of technology-enabled solutions helps clients increase financial and operational performance, streamline clinical workflows and improve the patient experience.
  • More than 40,000 providers count on CareCloud to help them improve patient care while reducing administrative burdens and operating costs.

G20 Digital Ministers yields consensus on 3 priorities

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Friday, September 2, 2022
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Communication and Information Minister Johnny G. Plate opened the 2022 G20 Digital Economy Ministers' Meeting in Nusa Dua, Bali province, on Thursday (September 1, 2022).

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  • Communication and Information Minister Johnny G. Plate opened the 2022 G20 Digital Economy Ministers' Meeting in Nusa Dua, Bali province, on Thursday (September 1, 2022).
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    The DEWG itself discussed three priority issues of the digital economy at the G20 Indonesia Presidency, including digital connectivity, digital skills and literacy, and cross-country data flow.
  • "The meeting also welcomed various initiatives of the G20 Indonesia Presidency, such as the G20 Digital Innovation Network (DIN), G20 Digital Transformation Expo (DTE), and the smart village and island initiative together with ITU," he said.
  • On the issue of digital skills and digital literacy which is the second priority issue, the DEMM meeting succeeded in compiling the "G20 toolkit for measuring digital skills and digital literacy".

FiscalNote ESG Solutions Launches in Australia & Singapore

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Thursday, July 28, 2022
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WASHINGTON, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FiscalNote, a leading AI-driven enterprise SaaS company that delivers legal and regulatory data and insights, today announced it is launching FiscalNote ESG Solutions in Singapore and Australia, two critical markets for ESG in the APAC region.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FiscalNote ,a leading AI-driven enterprise SaaS company that delivers legal and regulatory data and insights,today announced it is launching FiscalNote ESG Solutions in Singapore and Australia, two critical markets for ESG in the APAC region.
  • FiscalNote ESG Solutions is a multi-dimensional suite, which brings together critical ESG assets, tools, products, and services to super-serve every organization's ESG needs at every stage of their ESG journey.
  • "With the launch of FiscalNote ESG Solutions in Singapore and Australia, we want to help companies orchestrate their ESG success by helping them accelerate their sustainability transformation through our ESG360 approach, expert advisory, and peer insights approach.
  • FiscalNote ESG Solutions is currently working with leading brands in Singapore and the APAC region to kick-start their ESG journey or to support them to evolve existing ESG strategies.

Outlook on the E-scrap Recycling Global Market Forecast to 2028 - Pressing Need of E-Waste Recycling in APAC Countries Presents Opportunities

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
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According to this report the e-scrap recycling market is expected to reach US$ 8,199.04 million by 2028, registering a CAGR of 14.3% from 2021 to 2028.

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  • According to this report the e-scrap recycling market is expected to reach US$ 8,199.04 million by 2028, registering a CAGR of 14.3% from 2021 to 2028.
  • Rigorous rules governing safe disposal and e-scrap recycling management are driving the e-scrap recycling market.
  • Such initiatives are expected to increase the demand for e-waste recycling, thereby providing lucrative opportunities to the e-scrape recycling market players across the region.
  • The e-scrap recycling market, by processed material, is segmented into metal, glass, plastic, and others.