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Successful Conclusion of CamTech Summit 2023
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The CamTech Summit 2023 has concluded with great success. The event was opened by H.E. Dr. Chea Serey, Governor of the National Bank of Cambodia, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators locally and across the region to explore and shape the future of finance and technology in Cambodia.... Read More
AIIB-FAO Partnership to Boost Rural Infrastructure Development
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EcoBalance, KazBeef, and rTek Launch Climate Smart Beef Pilot Program at COP28
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EcoBalance Global, a US-based leader in carbon storage projects, Kazbeef, a subsidiary of Yerkin Tatishev's Kusto Group, and rTek, a Rakurs Consulting Group company, have partnered to launch the first-ever pilot ranch outside the United States that will deliver the world's first climate smart beef, using carbon insets, backed by 3rd party validation and blockchain technology. The pilot has been... Read More
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines to Combine, Expanding Benefits and Choice for Travelers Throughout Hawai'i and the West Coast
SEATTLE and HONOLULU, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group, Inc. (NYSE: ALK), and Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA) today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Alaska Airlines will acquire Hawaiian Airlines for $18.00 per share in cash, for a transaction value of approximately $1.9 billion, inclusive of $0.9 billion of Hawaiian Airlines net debt. The combined company will unlock more destinations... Read More
The Third Riyadh International Philosophy Conference: Uniting Diverse Philosophies in the Digital Era
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Authority in Saudi Arabia announces the hosting of the 2023 Riyadh International Philosophy Conference. Slated for December 7-9 in Riyadh, the conference focuses on "Trans-Cultural Values and Ethical Challenges in the Communicative Age," featuring a diverse assembly of global philosophy experts. This year's event will explore 11 critical topics... Read More
Masdar and EDF Sign Major Agreement with Government of the Kyrgyz Republic to Develop up to 3.6GW of Hydropower and Renewable Projects
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE's clean energy powerhouse, and EDF have signed an agreement with the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic to explore the development of hydropower and renewable projects with a combined capacity of up to 3.6 gigawatts (GW). Read More
Mountain Assets Partners with Developers to Tackle Critical NDIS Housing Shortage Across Australia
SYDNEY, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mountain Assets, a pioneer in property investment solutions, is proud to announce its collaboration with a network of developers to address the critical shortage of NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) housing in Western Australia, New South Wales, and Queensland. This strategic partnership aims to bring innovative housing solutions to underserved areas, focusing on the unique needs of individuals... Read More
Masdar and PLN Advance Plans to Develop World's Largest Floating Solar Plant in Indonesia
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, one of the world's leading renewable energy companies, has signed agreements to collaborate with Indonesia's state-owned utility company, PLN, to move ahead with major development plans for Southeast Asia's largest floating solar power plant and explore green hydrogen opportunities. Read More
Masdar to Develop 150MWac Solar Plant in Angola to Power 90,000 Homes and Boost Just Energy Transition
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, one of the world's leading renewable energy companies, has announced plans to develop a major 150 megawatt (MW) solar PV project in Angola to deliver renewable energy to 90,000 homes while creating hundreds of jobs, spurring economic growth, and cutting carbon emissions. Read More
Xinhua News Agency President Fu Hua Delivers Key-note Speech at 5th World Media Summit (WMS)
GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 5th World Media Summit (WMS) held an opening ceremony Sunday morning in Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong Province. Fu Hua, president of Xinhua News Agency, said in a keynote speech at the opening ceremony that confidence is more valuable than gold when facing difficulties. Focusing on the summit's theme of "Boosting Global Confidence, Promoting Media Development," attendees took... Read More
11 Winners Recognised at Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards Ceremony held during COP28 UAE
ABU DHABI, UAE, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, today awarded the winners of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE's pioneering global award in sustainability and humanitarianism, during a ceremony held at COP28 UAE in Expo City Dubai. The Ceremony was attended by numerous heads of delegations participating in COP28, ministers, senior government officials, and Prize winners... Read More
TradeFlow Capital Management collaborates with Abu Dhabi-based metals digital trader Open Mineral to launch 'Critical Minerals Trade Finance Fund' and Trading Platform
SINGAPORE, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore-based Fintech-powered Fund management firm TradeFlow Capital Management (TradeFlow) and Abu Dhabi based digital trader Open Mineral have joined forces, launching the 'Critical Minerals Trade Finance Fund' and a new TradeFlow Metals platform to help address urgent global energy transition needs. Open Mineral will be a Founding Client, providing a multi-year commitment to this collaboration that... Read More
Payton Capital: Request for Expression of Interest - Issue of Debentures (in the form of Notes).
MELBOURNE, Australia, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Payton Capital Ltd (ACN 163 122) is a well-established and reputable fund manager in the Australian Commercial Real Estate ('CRE') Debt market. We specialise in 'Mid-market' real estate secured loans, ranging from $5 million to $50 million, and we have a proven track record of delivering consistent, risk-adjusted income returns. We pride ourselves on providing a premium investor service with a... Read More
Global Times: Xi's Shanghai inspection tour highlights top priorities
BEIJING, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chinese President Xi Jinping's inspection tour to Shanghai underscored three top policy priorities for the country - high-quality financial development, scientific and technological (sci-tech) innovation and improvement of people's livelihood, said business leaders, workers and analysts in Shanghai on Thursday. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made an... Read More
FranklinWH Has Been Listed in the Clean Energy Council's Battery Assurance Program in Australia
SYDNEY, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FranklinWH Energy Storage Inc. (FranklinWH), a leader in whole-home energy management, has been listed in the Clean Energy Council's Battery Assurance Program. The products included on the list have been independently tested and have been approved to meet the necessary electrical safety and quality standards of the program. This further proves the high quality of the FranklinWH energy management system and... Read More
Bitget To List Carbon Browser (CSIX) in Spot Market and Innovation Zone
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bitget, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced the listing of CSIX, the native token of Carbon Browser - one of the fastest WEB3 browsers. The WEB3 browser token CSIX will be listed on Innovation Zone and Web3 Zone to expand Bitget's spot trading spectrum, offering its users access to emerging and community-driven digital assets.... Read More
Take Action for Children with Disabilities
NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Children with disabilities have an undisputed right to an inclusive quality education. We will never achieve true equality – nor the overarching goals outlined in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development – if they are left behind. While we are taking important strides in reaching these girls and boys with the opportunity and hope that a quality education provides, we must take action by providing more... Read More
Media Tour Witnesses Chinese Modernization in Hainan FTP
HAIKOU, China, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From November 27 to December 1, a group made up of more than 60 reporters, overseas communication officers, and social media personalities got their chance to witness the development of the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) up close, as they visited key industrial parks and marveled at the beautiful countryside in south China's Hainan Province. One of the FTP's key industrial parks, the Li'an... Read More
New DDP report calls for 'innovative international cooperation' to reach Paris Agreement goals, as COP28 starts this week
PARIS, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditional approaches to international cooperation are insufficient to reach Paris Agreement objectives and innovative solutions must start happening, according to a new report published by the Deep Decarbonization Pathways (DDP) Initiative. Global South countries have ambitious given their capacities, but they need to accelerate their transitions to net-zero while achieving development objectives. A... Read More
Physical climate risk analysis of over 200 000 hospitals exposes risk of shutdowns from extreme weather
LONDON, Dec. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 1 in 12 hospitals around the world could face partial or total shutdown from climate change extreme weather events if countries fail to curb fossil fuel emissions, according to a new report released today by XDI (Cross Dependency Analysis) - a global leader in physical climate risk analysis. As a result, communities hit by hurricanes, severe storms, flooding, forest fires and other disasters could be cut... Read More
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