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Rwanda receives $9M grant for ecosystem restoration

Communities in Rwanda's Southern Province will benefit from restored ecosystems and improved agricultural productivity through a $9 million grant from the Global Environment Facility.


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Macquarie Group funds Philippine initiatives for social entrepreneurship and youth leadership

Macquarie Group Foundation has announced a grant partnership with Ayala Foundation, committing PHP 19 million to support social entrepreneurship and youth leadership in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines.


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Albania advances public service reform with World Bank support

The government of Albania is making strides in institutional reform to improve public services and boost human and economic development.


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World Bank approves $1 billion policy operation for Ethiopian economic reforms

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a $1 billion Development Policy Operation (DPO) to aid Ethiopia in its transition toward a more inclusive and private sector-led growth model.


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UOB strengthens ties with strategic MOUs at ASEAN conference

UOB has entered into five Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with government agencies and industry players in ASEAN and Greater China.


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Howden Re launches podcast on global MGA market trends

Howden Re has announced the launch of a new podcast titled "The Howden Re View," available on Spotify.



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Local authorities drive development amid crises in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has been grappling with numerous challenges in recent years, including economic setbacks and increased poverty.


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Nordea announces date for half-year results presentation

Nordea is set to release its half-year results for 2025 on Thursday, July 17.


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FPT partners with audax Financial Technology for growth in Asia-Pacific

Global IT services provider FPT has announced a strategic partnership with audax Financial Technology, a digital banking technology solutions provider backed by Standard Chartered.


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German SMEs show improved sentiment amid rising hopes for economic recovery

Confidence among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) showed signs of improvement in June, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer.


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World Bank supports environmental efforts in Eastern Partnership countries

The European Union for Environment (EU4Environment) is a €20 million initiative funded by the European Union, with the World Bank as one of its implementing partners.


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Zambia forecasts economic growth driven by mining sector advancements

Zambia's economy demonstrated resilience in 2024, expanding by 4% despite facing challenges such as drought and power outages.


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Arch Insurance International appoints Stephen Convery as senior construction underwriter

Arch Insurance International has announced the appointment of Stephen Convery as a Senior Construction Underwriter.


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International students increasingly targeted for money mule schemes

Money mule activities are increasingly recognized as a significant challenge in the fight against money laundering and associated crimes.


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KfW IPEX-Bank supports Vantage Data Centers' new sustainable facility in Germany

Vantage Data Centers is constructing a new data center near Frankfurt am Main, Germany.


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World Bank highlights digital transformation's role in boosting Thailand's economic growth

Bangkok, July 3, 2025 – The World Bank has released its latest Thailand Economic Monitor titled "Digital Pathways to Growth," highlighting the potential of digital transformation to enhance Thailand's competitiveness, job creation, and long-term...


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HSBC sells its UK life insurance unit to Chesnara

HSBC Bank plc, a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has agreed to sell its UK life insurance entity, HSBC Life (UK) Limited, to Chesnara plc.


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Morgan Stanley releases July 2025 edition of "The BEAT

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released its latest edition of "The BEAT" for July 2025, providing insights into the current investment environment.


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ANZ launches confirmation of payee service to enhance payment security

ANZ has announced the launch of a new tool called Confirmation of Payee, aimed at enhancing payment security for its customers.