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PT Bukit Makmur Mandiri Utama (BUMA), the principal subsidiary of PT Delta Dunia Makmur Tbk (Delta Dunia Group, IDX: DOID), secured a USD250 million equivalent Accordion Facility from PT Bank Central Asia Tbk (BCA). The accordion facility builds on BUMA’s existing syndicated financing facility with PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) and PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk (Bank Mandiri), further diversifying its sources of financing. The accordion facility upsized the syndicated financing facility from USD750 million to USD1 billion. BCA’s participation underscores the firm trust of Indonesia’s top banks in BUMA’s operational excellence and long-term growth strategy, including the…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Asian Agri, a member of the RGE group of companies, recently provided essential food to help alleviate the hardships faced by the flood victims in Pangkalan Kerinci District and Langgam District, Pelalawan Regency of Riau Province in Indonesia through its business units PT Inti Indosawit Subur (PT IIS) and PT Mitra Unggul Pusaka (PT MUP). The total aid provided includes 1,350 kg of rice and 150 boxes of instant noodles, which enabled the local communities to meet their critical food needs during this challenging time.PT IIS delivered the food supplies,…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Prepare for an interstellar cinematic journey as “HEAVENS: The Boy and His Robot,” a groundbreaking sci-fi adventure from Singapore, 12 years in the making, achieves two unprecedented milestones. On February 28, 2025, this visionary film will be the first Singaporean movie to enjoy a wide special re-release in Japan, screening simultaneously in 50 Aeon Cinemas across the nation. Furthermore, it will make its mark at the prestigious 45th Fantasporto Film Festival in Portugal, becoming the first Singaporean film ever nominated for Best International Feature Film and competing for up to…

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Oregon State University (OSU) President Professor Jayathi Y. Murthy met with OSU alumni and newly admitted students in Bangkok today, reinforcing the university’s commitment to world-class education, research excellence, and student success. Jayathi Y. Murthy, President of Oregon State University With Thailand strengthening its focus on sustainability, innovation, and economic development, OSU offers Thai students a pathway to cutting-edge research, industry partnerships, and career-ready education in fields such as AI, robotics, sustainability, and climate science.”Oregon State University is a global institution dedicated to tackling the world’s most pressing challenges,”…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region unveiled his 2025-26 Budget today (February 26). He noted that while geopolitical situation might bring risks, technology reform and artificial intelligence (AI) development are remoulding the global landscape, leading to the emergence of new industries, new forms of business, new products and new services. He stressed that Hong Kong must seize the opportunity to make the most out of this critical window to speed up development, establishing the new before abolishing the old. He also emphasised that…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – Response to the Budget 2025/2026 by KK Chiu, International Director, Chief Executive, Greater China of Cushman & Wakefield: Large-scale land disposal for Northern MetropolisWe are pleased to see the government continue to facilitate the development of the Northern Metropolis (NM) and optimize the industrial and spatial layout. We believe thatthe “large-scale land disposal” model can accelerate the completion of residential, industrial, and public facilities. The Development Bureau estimates that the engineering costs for each district will be from HK$10 billion to HK$20 billion. Compared to traditional models, the…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – On February 20, the “Exploring New Growth” OPPO Ads Connect 2025 Southeast Asia Salon was successfully held in Singapore alongside the launch of OPPO Ads’ new Device+ Marketing Solution. This is OPPO Ads’ first platform-level event abroad, showcasing its strategic capabilities, creative accomplishments, market insights, and marketing product solutions. Attended by marketers, service providers, developers, industry practitioners, and other stakeholders, the salon promoted industry development and innovation. Expert speakers sparked discussion of leading-edge market development opportunities and helped to foster commercial growth. An important link between OPPO Ads and partners,…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – Dofo Tea is thrilled to announce the launch of its premium Phoenix Dancong tea, a rare and exquisite tea variety that captures the essence of China’s rich tea heritage. Sourced from the high-altitude Phoenix Mountain in Chaozhou, Guangdong, this tea represents the perfect fusion of tradition, craftsmanship, and natural flavor.Known as the “noble of tea” and celebrated for its aromatic complexity, Phoenix Dancong tea has been a hallmark of Chinese tea culture for centuries. With this launch, Dofo Tea invites tea enthusiasts worldwide to experience the unparalleled charm…

61% of the time hackers exploit new vulnerabilities within 2 days – compared to what can take the average organization 120-150* days to apply a patch SonicWall detected 210,258 ‘never-before-seen’ malware variants – 637 each day In APAC, Malware (-6%), intrusion attempts (-4%), and cryptojacking (-39%) are down, while IoT attacks have surged by 109% Ransomware intensifies in North America (+8%) and explodes in LATAM (+259%) Malware trended up 8% YoY, including a massive 92% spike in May alone IoT attacks (+124%) and encrypted threats (+93%) continue to climb globally Identity, cloud, and credential compromise account for 85% actionable alerts…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – On January 14, the 2025 CSO Global Summit, initiated by the CCM CSR Promotion Center and co-hosted by SynTao and National Business Daily, was successfully held in Shenzhen. The summit, themed “Sustainability, the Engine of Future Business——China’s New ESG Era”, focused on corporate sustainable development and new trends in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). It gathered global corporate representatives, government officials, and experts to share insights and experiences, promoting high-quality sustainable development.As an industry representative, Lin Daofeng, Director of the Luxshare Precision Sustainable Development Promotion Center, was invited…

65 percent of employees are willing to sacrifice existing benefits for a better choice of benefits 45 percent agree that their compensation is fair compared to similar roles SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today released results from its 2025 Human Capital Employee Sentiment Study. The global study of more than 9,000 employees across 23 geographies, including the U.S., China, India and Australia, found that two-thirds of employees in Singapore are considering changing employers.Aon’s study found 60 percent of employees globally might or will seek new…

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – Tenchijin, Inc. (Chuo-ku, Tokyo, CEO: Yasuhito Sakuraba), a Japanese satellite tech company endorsed by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency JAXA, has been selected as a data service provider to utilize the PALSAR-3 observation data of Advanced Land Observing Satellite-4 “DAICHI-4”(ALOS-4), which is carried out by Space Technology Directorate I of JAXA. Tenchijin will provide data services to the general public using ALOS-4 observation data until March 2028. Tenchijin Selected as Data Service Provider of Japan Space Agency’s Advanced Land Observing Satellite-4 (ALOS-4) This will be the first online sale¹…

SINGAPORE and ANAHEIM, USA – Media Outreach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – Allwin Medical Devices Inc. (“Allwin”), a leading manufacturer of a wide range of medical devices addressing women’s health (IVF), urology, gastroenterology and interventional radiology has partnered with Esco, a leading global provider of life sciences equipment that serves multiple global markets including the in vitro fertilization (IVF) market, via a strategic partnership. Financial terms were not disclosed. Esco Lifesciences Group and Allwin Medical Deal Signing, 13 February 2025 Strategic Partnership Rationale The IVF consumables portfolio of Allwin Medical will expand Esco’s IVF instrument portfolio, and the combined…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – On 22 February 2025, over 600 KidSTART parents and children gathered for a day of fun at the What’s for Lunch? A Farm Adventure food expo organised by Prudential Singapore (“Prudential’) and KidSTART Singapore (“KidSTART”). The event featured a series of activities and performances to promote healthy eating and was held at The Lawn @ The Foothills, Fort Canning Park. (From left) Mr Joel Tan, Chief Executive Officer of KidSTART Singapore, KidSTART mother Ms Nur Farah, Ms Sun Xueling, Minister of State for Social and Family Development, Ms Chan San…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – DFI Retail Group (“DFI”) today announced important leadership changes to strengthen its strategic capabilities and drive growth. Ella Chan has been appointed as Group Chief Strategy Officer, effective 1 April 2025. Ella brings over two decades of leadership experience in global strategy, transformation, and innovation within the retail and consumer sectors. In her new role, Ella will oversee Corporate Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investor Relations, and Customer Insights. DFI Retail Group appoints Ella Chan as Group Chief Strategy Officer, effective 1 April 2025 Ella’s extensive career includes impactful…

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – France has over 100 different apple varieties thanks to its unique climate and fertile soil. Recently, climate change has significantly impacted global agriculture, particularly affecting fruit cultivation. Following a challenging harvest in 2023, Europe’s apple production faces its second-lowest level of the century, primarily due to severe frost conditions in Eastern Europe, which results in a total yield of just 10.2 million tons—a decline of 1.3 million tons compared to the previous year. In contrast, France’s total apple production in 2024 remains relatively stable, at 1.4 million tons…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – The Mills Fabrica, a global collaborative hub propelling sustainability-focused innovations in the techstyle and agrifood sectors, today announces the launch of its partnership service, designed to help brands and organisations — of any size and at any sustainability stage — discover new opportunities for advancing environmental and social impact in their operations. This initiative builds on The Mills Fabrica’s mission to catalyse industry-wide shifts towards sustainability by bridging the gap between sustainable innovations and leading brands and organisations, effectively creating opportunities for mutual growth. Brands and organisations can…

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – Shopee brought over 30 brands and 900 Shopee Affiliates closer than ever for an exciting Ramadan Raya 2025 with Shopee House: Rumah Terbuka Shopee. This dynamic event, held at The Yard, Sentul Depot, served as a first-of-its-kind networking hub where affiliates and brands could connect, collaborate, and grow. As part of Shopee’s 10-year anniversary celebrations, this initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting local businesses and empowering digital creators. Khairul Aming and Iman Kamil inspired Shopee Affiliates with valuable content creation tips during an exclusive sharing session at…

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – The Asian Hardware Online Exhibition 2025 (AsianHardware 2025) is set to redefine the hardware products industry with its innovative hybrid format, seamlessly blending virtual and physical elements. Scheduled to run from February 25, 2025, to May 31, 2025, the exhibition provides an unparalleled opportunity for Asian suppliers, importers, and exporters to connect, collaborate, and showcase their brands on a global scale. Jointly organized by AsianNet and TradeAsia (www.e-tradeasia.com), AsianHardware 2025 has delivered exceptional results since its inception in 2022, attracting international buyers and generating significant business opportunities. The 2025…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 February 2025 – Chatsworth International School, a leading international school in Singapore, is proud to celebrate its 30th anniversary this year. Since its founding, Chatsworth International School has been dedicated to providing a holistic and enriching education. This commitment to excellence has been recognised through numerous accolades, including: Best IB School by WhichSchoolAdvisor (Singapore) in both 2022 and 2024 Gold for the prestigious Curriculum Awards (IB) at the Singapore Education Awards in 2023 and 2024 Gold for the School Where Everybody Knows Your Name at the Singapore Education Awards for three consecutive years…