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USCBC statement on meeting between Presidents Biden and Xi at the G20

The US-China Business Council applauds the recent meeting between Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping at the G20 Summit in Bali.


ANZ agrees to settle class action over consumer credit insurance

ANZ has agreed to settle a class action initiated by Slater & Gordon in 2020.


International Education Week celebrated by U.S., Palestinian offices

The U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs, in collaboration with EducationUSA advisors in the West Bank and Gaza, is set to observe International Education Week (IEW) from November 14-18, 2022.


U.S. Office celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week promoting Palestinian entrepreneurship

The U.S. Office of Palestinian Affairs (OPA) is marking Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) from November 14-20, 2022.


Jones: (ISC)² DEI program 'an exceptional opportunity to work together to transform this industry'

(ISC)² secured five global partnerships as part of its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, a press release reported.


Koppers president on acquisition: 'We have officially added the Gross & Janes team and their network of operations and suppliers to Koppers'

The wood products, treatment chemicals and carbon compound provider, Koppers Holdings Inc. recently closed its acquisition of Gross & Janes Co. and all of its assets, according to a press release.


Santander Group CEO: 'The partnership with Envision is a great example how cross-industry cooperation could generate synergies'

Banco Santander entered a partnership with Envision Group to promote the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and aid the global transition to a net-zero economy, according to a press release.


Rubio and Gallagher call for national TikTok ban

The United States is locked in a new Cold War with the Chinese Communist Party, one that senior military advisers warn could turn hot over Taiwan at any time.


Medical Informatics Corp. CEO: 'We are thrilled to partner with Wilhelm to expand our international footprint'

Medical Informatics Corp. recently secured a reselling agreement with Australian-owned integrated health care technology company, Wilhelm to improve health care in Australia and New Zealand, according to a press release.


Vantage Data Centers president on new facilities: 'Vantage has experienced rapid growth over the past three years'

Vantage Data Centers recently established three new facilities in Berlin and Frankfurt, according to a press release.



Forescout regional VP: India's economy, technical training investment 'provides a great base for us'

Forescout Technologies Inc. recently expanded in the Asia Pacific region with a new headquarters in Singapore and a new India-based customer support hub, according to a press release.


Roku VP: 'We are excited to expand our global partnership by launching in Australia'

Roku, Inc. and TCL Electronics recently launched TCL Roku TV™ models in Australia, a press release reported.


Wallbox CBO: 'We are delighted to expand our successful partnership with Uber'

Uber has entered a partnership with electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions company, Wallbox to make EV chargers accessible to seven European countries in an effort to expand in the region, according to a press release.


U.S.-Palestinian film exchange fosters storytelling collaboration

American film expert Lisa Leeman concluded a cultural exchange and capacity-building program in the West Bank and Gaza on November 7.


Vorsatz on expansion: 'We now have one of the largest legal footprints across the Asia region'

Andersen Global has further expanded its Asian network through a collaboration agreement with Thai law firm, Dherakupt, according to a press release.


Utex CEO: Sheraton Services Ltd. acquisition 'a positive move for the company'

Houston-based company, Utex Industries, Inc., recently acquired Sheraton Services Ltd., based in Ashington, United Kingdom, according to a press release.


Alorica COO on new regional president: 'I have confidence that our teams in the region will execute and thrive'

Alorica Inc. recently welcomed Sanjay Ponnappa as regional president for its Indian operations, according to a press release.


Alaska Airlines SVP: 'Our new partnership with Lyft makes sure our flyers are also cared for on the ground'

Alaska Airlines recently entered a new partnership with Lyft to offer additional transportation benefits to its customers in time for the holidays, a press release reported.


Xponential Fitness officer: 'We look forward to working with our partners in Portugal'

Xponential Fitness, Inc. recently signed a master franchise agreement with Porto-based Mitrinha & Libelinha, Lda. in Portugal for its Club Pilates brand, according to a press release.