News from November 2024


Standard Chartered responds to favorable US court ruling

London – Standard Chartered has responded to a recent court ruling in its favor regarding a US civil litigation case.


Outlier Ventures CCO: 'Fundamental crypto general-purpose technology' in off-chain sectors is 'interesting'

Matt Law, chief commercial officer at Outlier Ventures, discussed the potential applications of crypto technologies during his talk at Binance Blockchain Week.


ANZ warns shoppers about online scams ahead of Black Friday sales

November marks the beginning of a significant spending period for Australian consumers, with many opting to complete their Christmas shopping during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.


ANZ partners with CitoPlus for streamlined SME loan applications

ANZ and CitoPlus have announced a strategic partnership facilitated by ANZ's external innovation partner, 1835i.


WTO explores revitalizing trade development amid global challenges

The World Trade Organization (WTO) members are considering ways to revitalize the work of the Committee on Trade and Development.


Thammanoon Sriroj wins Fubon Senior Open; Chun-Hsing Chung triumphs in super senior

Thailand's Thammanoon Sriroj emerged victorious at the 2024 Fubon Senior Open, securing a six-shot win over compatriot Prayad Marksaeng.


Benin unveils new climate finance platform with global partnerships

On November 15, 2024, during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Government of Benin announced a new set of initiatives to enhance climate action.


Morgan Stanley announces regular dividends on various preferred stock series

Morgan Stanley has announced the declaration of regular dividends on its outstanding shares of preferred stock.


Vienna hosts workshop on TRIPS agreement's role in policy issues

The Joint Vienna Institute (JVI) recently hosted a regional workshop in Vienna, focusing on the TRIPS Agreement and contemporary policy issues.


Costa Rica joins global effort by accepting fisheries subsidies agreement

Costa Rica has formally accepted the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, as announced by Director-General Okonjo-Iweala.


Foreign-owned firms boost US employment by nearly seven million

Majority-owned U.S. affiliates of foreign multinational enterprises employed 8.35 million workers in the United States in 2022, marking a 6.8 percent increase from the previous year's 7.82 million workers, according to statistics released by the...


WTO members advance sixth review of SPS agreement amid rising trade concerns

Members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) are advancing in their review of the Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement, with a focus on revising background documents, draft reports, and recommendations.



G20 platform highlights need for transparency in global food markets

AMIS, an inter-agency platform initiated by G20 agriculture ministers in 2011, is focused on enhancing transparency in food markets and improving policy responses to food insecurity.


WTO official urges scaled-up response to climate crisis through global trade collaboration

Thank you for the invitation from the Coalition of Trade Ministers for Climate.


FSB Europe discusses private credit growth amid rising global vulnerabilities

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) Regional Consultative Group for Europe convened in Munich, Germany on November 14 and 15.


Report reveals potential growth areas for cross-border renewable electricity trade

The latest report, "Supporting the Renewable Electricity Transition through Trade: Unlocking Re-Globalization Opportunities via Interconnection," highlights the untapped potential of cross-border electricity trade in advancing renewable energy goals.


Daniel M. Tsai receives honorary doctorate from National Taiwan University

Fubon Group Chairman Daniel M. Tsai was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from National Taiwan University during its 96th anniversary celebration on November 15, 2024.


IMF concludes staff visit to Pakistan focusing on economic policy discussions

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Nathan Porter, concluded a staff visit to Pakistan from November 12 to 15, 2024.


WTO concludes advanced course on e-commerce's service aspects

The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently concluded an advanced course on the services aspects of e-commerce in Geneva.