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Blackstone announces leadership changes at tactical opportunities division

Blackstone has announced a leadership transition within its Tactical Opportunities division.


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Senegal faces hurdles in balancing growth with climate challenges

Climate change presents significant challenges to Senegal's development, according to a recent report.


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Dominican farmer rebuilds after Hurricane Maria with support from resilience project

Helen Charles, a farmer from Dominica, has embarked on a journey of recovery and resilience after Hurricane Maria devastated her family farm in 2017.


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Morgan Stanley opens new office in Mumbai enhancing workspace efficiency

Morgan Stanley has opened a new office in Mumbai, situated at Commerz III, International Business Park within Oberoi Garden City in Goregaon.


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World Bank report highlights Guinea-Bissau's challenges amid natural wealth

Guinea-Bissau possesses significant natural resources, boasting the highest natural capital per capita in West Africa.


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Sun Life announces increased dividends for Q4 2024

The Board of Directors of Sun Life Financial Inc. has announced an increase in the dividend for its common shares.


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Western Balkans seek resilience against climate change with strategic urban planning

The Western Balkans face increasing challenges from climate change, with extreme weather events becoming more frequent since the 2000s.


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World Bank launches second phase of job-creating infrastructure project in Solomon Islands

A new phase of the World Bank's Community Access and Urban Services Enhancement Project II (CAUSE II) is set to create 120,000 labor days and provide employment for 15,000 individuals in the Solomon Islands.


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World Bank considers support for DRC's transformative Inga hydropower project

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is exploring the potential of its Inga hydropower site, which could transform the nation's energy landscape.


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Guinea-Bissau urged to strengthen institutions for climate resilience

Strengthened institutional and financial systems are vital for fostering climate resilience and sustainable development in Guinea-Bissau, according to the newly launched Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR).


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World Bank partners with SECO on $5 million grant for Vietnam's urban development

The Swiss government and the World Bank have formalized an agreement to foster sustainable urban development in Viet Nam through a $5 million grant.


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Prudential and Standard Chartered celebrate quarter-century partnership

Prudential plc and Standard Chartered Bank mark the 25th anniversary of their strategic bancassurance partnership, a collaboration that spans 11 markets across Asia and Africa.


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Standard Chartered completes first HKD blockchain test with Ant International

Standard Chartered and Ant International have successfully completed HKD-denominated intra-group transactions using blockchain technology.


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World Bank shifts focus towards resilience-building in Latin America's health sector

The World Bank is transitioning its focus in Latin America and the Caribbean from immediate crisis response to building resilient health systems.


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Prudential-Standard Chartered celebrate quarter-century bancassurance alliance

Prudential plc and Standard Chartered Bank are marking the 25th anniversary of their strategic bancassurance partnership, which spans 11 markets across Asia and Africa.


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World Bank supports Samoa's digital growth with $20M grant

A new initiative by the World Bank aims to support digital transformation in Samoa with a grant of $20.05 million.


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Potential impact of Trump presidency on Norwegian krone examined

The value of the Norwegian krone (NOK) could face challenges if Donald Trump secures the presidency, according to a recent analysis.


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Salvador Social Project improves access to services for vulnerable populations

In Salvador, Brazil, the city's vulnerable and impoverished populations are a visible presence across various neighborhoods and tourist attractions.


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UOB FinLab supports ASEAN GreenTech initiatives with $100K funding

UOB FinLab, the innovation accelerator of United Overseas Bank (UOB), has announced a financial commitment of over $100,000 to support 15 Green Technology (GreenTech) firms.


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Fubon showcases innovative FinTech solutions at Taipei 2024 event

Fubon Financial Holdings and its subsidiaries participated in the "FinTech Taipei 2024" event, focusing on their "Run For Green" ESG initiative.