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ANZ and Community Housing Ltd to deliver 156 homes in Southeast Queensland

ANZ has revealed its plans to provide financing for Community Housing Ltd in a project aimed at creating 156 new social and affordable homes throughout Southeast Queensland.



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Yuanta Group maintains "Outstanding" corporate governance certification in Taiwan

Yuanta Group continues to exemplify commendable corporate governance practices as it retains its "Outstanding" certification in the Corporate Governance System Assessment.


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World Bank report highlights strategies to halve air pollution by 2040

A recent report by the World Bank suggests that by 2040, the number of people exposed to dangerously high levels of air pollution could be reduced by half if appropriate policies are implemented.


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World Bank approves $500 million to fortify Peru's economy and climate response

On March 28, 2025, the World Bank Board of Directors authorized a $500 million initiative aimed at strengthening Peru's economic resilience and its capacity to adapt to climate change.


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Ornsaran Pomme Manuamorn discusses sustainable financing in Thailand

Ornsaran Pomme Manuamorn recently shared insights into her work in sustainable financing and green finance.


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Latino Leaders Index500 reveals top Latino-owned businesses in the U.S

BMO has partnered with Latino Leaders Magazine to unveil the 2025 Latino Leaders Index500, which ranks the 500 largest Latino-owned businesses in the U.S. by revenue.


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KfW streamlines subsidy process for heating system replacements with digital submissions

KfW has announced a new feature in its promotional roadmap aimed at subsidizing heating system replacements.


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FSB establishes forum to tackle cross-border payment data issues

Differences in laws, regulations, and practices between countries can create unnecessary frictions in cross-border payments, increasing costs and risks for businesses and individuals.


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Djibouti slum project brings changes to Balbala amid infrastructure upgrades

The Djibouti Integrated Slum Upgrading Project, launched in 2018, is transforming lives in Balbala, the largest suburb of Djibouti City.


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World Bank outlines strategies to halve exposure to severe air pollution by 2040

The World Bank has identified strategies to significantly reduce air pollution exposure by 2040.


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World Bank approves financial package for sustainable development in Alagoas

The World Bank's Board of Directors announced its approval of a financial package on March 27, 2025, aimed at reinforcing fiscal and environmental governance in Alagoas, Brazil.


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Thailand's economic future: insights from Warunthorn Puthong on growth and inclusivity

Warunthorn Puthong has shared her insights into shaping Thailand's economic future, emphasizing the importance of creating a more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient economy.


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Dagmar Mundani to lead mergers and acquisitions at Siemens AG

On March 27, 2025, Siemens AG announced that Dagmar Mundani will lead its Mergers & Acquisitions division.


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Siemens and Audi partner to transform production with virtual controllers and AI

Siemens and Audi have announced a collaboration to enhance Audi's production processes using Siemens' automation technology, virtual controllers, and AI infrastructure.


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Water supply and sanitation projects advance in Cambodia, Laos, and Papua New Guinea

Efforts to improve access to clean water and sanitation in East Asia and the Pacific continue, with projects in Cambodia, the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR), and Papua New Guinea aiming to address these critical needs.


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Kazakhstan collaborates with World Bank to enhance carbon market

The Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, alongside Zhasyl Damu JSC, has partnered with the World Bank to launch the Partnership for Market Implementation Project (PMI).


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UOB opens FDI Advisory Centre in Seoul to support Korean expansion into Southeast Asia

UOB has launched its 11th Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Advisory Centre in Seoul, aiming to assist Korean companies in expanding into the ASEAN market.


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MoneyMinded program reaches major milestone of one million participants since 2002

ANZ has released its 2025 MoneyMinded Impact Report, highlighting the program's significant achievement of reaching over one million participants since its launch in 2002.


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Urban development's challenges and solutions: A dialogue with Pichaya Moeller

In an insightful discussion, Pichaya Moeller shared her perspective on urban development and sustainable cities, highlighting the relevance of this field for Thailand's future.