News from October 2025
World Bank approves $60 million for climate resilience project in Republic of Congo
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
The World Bank has approved $60 million in funding for the Strengthening Urban Resilience Project in the Republic of Congo.
Oxford-led trial finds promising results for paratyphoid fever vaccine candidate
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
An Oxford-led study has found that the oral live-attenuated vaccine CVD 1902 provides significant protection against Salmonella Paratyphi A infection in healthy adults.
Survey shows Asian families prioritize financial security but worry about lasting legacies
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
A recent survey by Sun Life Asia has found that financial security is the top priority for families in Asia when it comes to legacy planning.
U.S., Malaysia sign new defense cooperation agreement at ASEAN summit
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
The U.S. Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, and Malaysia's Minister of Defense, Dato’ Seri Haji Mohamed Khaled bin Nordin, met on October 30, 2025, during the ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus to discuss ongoing bilateral defense relations.
Sun Life to release Q3 2025 earnings on November 5
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Sun Life Financial Inc. announced it will release its third quarter financial results for 2025 on Wednesday, November 5, after markets close.
Howden Re’s Wolfram Schultz addresses liability trends and European casualty market changes
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Wolfram Schultz, Head of Casualty Treaty for Continental Europe at Howden Re, spoke with The Insurer TV about current trends in liability and the European casualty market.
ANZ appoints Sheng Lee as new country head for Vietnam
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
ANZ has announced the appointment of Sheng Lee as Country Head for ANZ Vietnam, pending regulatory approval.
Life insurance industry adapts as ageing populations drive demand for new solutions
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
By 2050, more than a quarter of the population in advanced economies is expected to be over the age of 65, according to Swiss Re’s latest sigma report.
DEG finances INGUN GROUP’s first overseas production facility in Vietnam
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH has granted a EUR 3 million loan to INGUN GROUP through its ImpactConnect programme.
Howden executive highlights role of insurance-linked securities in managing Europe’s catastrophe risk
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Insurance-linked securities (ILS) are being highlighted as a key tool to address Europe’s growing climate and agricultural risks, according to Philipp Kusche, Chairman of HCMA Europe and global co-head of ILS at Howden Capital Markets & Advisory.
Toyota Mobility Foundation partners with Serve the City to support volunteers across Europe
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Toyota Motor Europe (TME) and Serve the City have announced a partnership aimed at supporting volunteer activities across Europe.
UBS opens new advisory office at Abu Dhabi Global Market
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
UBS has announced the opening of a new Advisory Office in Abu Dhabi, located in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM).
ANZ supports Victoria Power Networks’ first green bond aligned with new finance taxonomy
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
ANZ has announced its role in supporting Victoria Power Networks’ first green bond, valued at A$750 million with a 6.5-year term.
UBS schedules third quarter results presentation and media call for October 29
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
UBS Group AG has announced that it will present its third quarter 2025 financial results on October 29, 2025.
Howden leaders discuss market stability and future consolidation in insurance sector
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
In a recent roundtable hosted by Intelligent Insurer, leaders from Howden Capital Markets & Advisory and Howden Re discussed the current state of the insurance market and its unique opportunities.
Howden Re leaders discuss shifts in German reinsurance market confidence
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Lars Nelson, Managing Director and Head of the German branch, and Björn Hagendorff, Managing Director and Head of Regional Clients, Germany, discussed recent changes in buyer confidence within the German reinsurance market.
Luigi Ksawery Luca’ named President and Managing Director of Toyota (GB) PLC
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Luigi Ksawery Luca’ has been appointed as the new President and Managing Director of Toyota (GB) PLC, according to an announcement from Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA (TME).
South Wales Miners’ Library moves to new home at Swansea’s Y Storfa hub
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
The South Wales Miners’ Library (SWML) will soon move to a new location within Swansea Council’s Y Storfa community services hub on Oxford Street.
Swansea volcanologist joins global deep-sea team for earthquake-related ocean drilling
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
A volcanologist from Swansea University, Dr Katie Preece, is set to participate in an international research mission focused on understanding earthquake behavior through the study of petit-spot volcanism.
Oxford professor calls for urgent action on European industrial electrification
By Globe Banner | Oct 30, 2025
Professor Jan Rosenow of the Environmental Change Institute has emphasized the importance of strategic industrial electrification and energy efficiency as central elements for Europe's future industrial and energy policy.