Author: Kevin Le

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – February 6, 2024 – Dash Living, Asia Pacific’s leading assisted living community, and PGIM Real Estate have formed a second joint venture and completed Ovolo’s acquisition of The Sheung Wan, strengthening their existing partnership following the opening of Dash Living in Hollywood in December 2023. This new addition strengthened its joint venture portfolio within a 3-minute walk to a total of over 200 keys in Hong Kong’s premier central business district, creating operational synergies to generate returns for investors. PGIM Real Estate is the $210 billion real estate investment and financing business…

JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – February 6, 2024 – AstraZeneca Indonesia, a subsidiary of the multinational pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical company, was recently recognized as the Best Place to Work in Indonesia for the second year in a row. During the assessment, the company received exceptional ratings on several aspects of its workplace, such as advancement opportunities, professional training, high-level mentoring, learning opportunities, benefits competitive social skills and giving back to the community, which has earned it recognition among the best employers in Indonesia. According to the company’s results, 91% of employees said it was a great place to…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 February 2024 – Today, CPA Australia submitted a series of recommendations for possible inclusion into Budget 2024-25 to the Hong Kong SAR Government. With an estimated HK$127 billion fiscal deficit for the financial year 2023-24 and HK$708 billion of fiscal reserves, CPA Australia urges the Government to make announcements in the upcoming budget that balance the need to address the deficit with supporting the city’s economic rejuvenation and sustainable development. (from left to right) Mr Adam Chiu, Member of CPA Australia’s Taxation Committee – Greater China Mr Janssen Chan, Co-Chairperson of…

BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – February 6, 2024 – On February 5, the highly anticipated Yuewen Global IP Awards, held with great fanfare in Singapore, debuted broadcast on Tencent Video. This is a significant milestone for the prestigious awards ceremony, which extends its reach beyond national borders, reflecting its ambition to establish a global presence. Chinese culture and entertainment group Yuewen expands global reach with IP awards Yuewen, Chinese Culture and Entertainment Group, mainly develops intellectual property (IP) based on online literature. He is known for pioneering a paid reading model in China’s online literature industry, which has…

CHITTAGONG, BANGLADESH – Media OutReach Newswire – February 6, 2024 – The Asian University for Women in Chittagong, Bangladesh, has offered 250 scholarships to highly qualified female students from war-torn Gaza to join its undergraduate programs. undergraduate or graduate level. AUW scholarships will cover all costs of international travel, accommodation, board, tuition, healthcare and a monthly stipend. It should unfortunately be noted that at least one AUW graduate who returned home to Gaza remains unaccounted for to this day. His Excellency Ambassador Riad Mansour of Palestine hands over a valuable book on Palestine to AUW founder Mr. Kamal Ahmad. The…

KPMG Pulse of Fintech – H2′ 2023 Singapore’s AI funding soared by 77 percent to US$481.21 million in 2023 across 24 deals, signifying increasing faith in AI’s potential. Singapore’s crypto, payment, and insurtech sectors showed resilience amid market fluctuations, with investors evolving their strategies. Global fintech funding halved from US$196.6 billion (7,515 deals) in 2022 to US$113.7 billion (4,547 deals) in 2023, paralleled by a 68 percent decline in Singapore’s fintech investments. Despite challenges, Singapore secured 21 percent of Asia Pacific’s fintech deals, solidifying its regional prominence. The Americas led global fintech funding in 2023, drawing nearly 70 percent of…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 February 2024 – Singapore’s most decorated Paralympic swimmer Yip Pin Xiu today unveiled her wax figure at the iconic Singapore Sports Hub. She is the first Singaporean para-athlete to have a wax figure displayed at Madame Tussauds Singapore. Five-time Paralympic gold medalist and para swimmer Yip Pin Xiu poses with Madame Tussauds’ wax figure. (Photo: Madame Tussauds Singapore) Yip made history as Singapore’s first Paralympic gold medalist at the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, followed by her gold medal at the 2016 Rio Paralympics and the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics, and currently holds two world records…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – February 6, 2024 – After a somewhat eventful year 2023, which ultimately turned out to be much better than expected, the year 2024 promises to be as decisive as it is uncertain, both on the (geo)political level, with more than 60 national elections – presidential and /or legislative – and in economic terms, with increasing risks linked to a global economy which continues to slow down. In this context, we modified 13 country risk assessments (12 upgrades and 1 downgrade) and 22 sector risk assessments (17 upgrades and 5 downgrades), reflecting a…

MIYAZAKI CITY, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – February 5, 2024 – Miyazaki City, the southeastern hub of Kyushu, Japan, and capital of Miyazaki Prefecture, has a population of approximately 400,000, making it the seventh largest city in the region. Designated a central city in 1998, it is famous for its vibrant tourist attractions, such as Phoenix Seagaia, Aoshima, and for its professional baseball training camps. Known for its service sector orientation, the city is home to the Sheraton Grand Ocean Resort, one of the tallest structures in Kyushu, located in the Phoenix Seagaia complex. *At JAL’s first cultural exchange…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – February 5, 2024 – From now until February 29, 2024, non-travelers can experience the magic of Valentine’s Day with iShopChangi’s #365Valentine’s Day party. Your ultimate destination for heartfelt gift giving, break away from the ordinary and express your love with a treasure trove of gifts. ranging from exceptional spirits made by renowned brands such as Suntory to limited edition beauty sets from BEAUTY by iShopChangiall organized for friends, Galentines, partners and loved ones. Spreading the Love also gets an extra boost with exclusive partner offers including Anthology by Compendium Spirits and dipndip. But that’s…