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Goldman Sachs Japan gearing up for move to new Tokyo HQ: report
Goldman Sachs Japan gearing up for move to new Tokyo HQ: report
This is in line with CEO David Solomin’s commitment to return to the office.
Second wave of COVID infections impairs Indian banks’ performance through 2022
Recovery will be more subdued as households prioritize rebuilding their savings.
Grab-Singtel, iFAST apply for Malaysian digital bank license
Bank Negara Malaysia is expected to issue up to five licenses by Q1 2022.
MUFG Bank appoints new head of project finance for Asia
David Uy first joined MUFG in 2018.
MAS, international agencies launch Global Challenge for CBDC solutions
Finalists will receive mentorship from industry experts, a chance to prototype their solutions, and a cash prize.
HK port congestion likely to drive up freight rates
Container spot rates are at a new all-time high at the end of the second quarter.
IFC grants $40m loan to Vietnam’s SeABank to expand SME lending
It’s the first phase of a $150m package for expanding SME lending, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Hong Kong bans travel from UK anew
UK will be identified as an “extremely high-risk” area, starting 1 July.
Japfa buys two dairy farms to boost China expansion
This comes as the Group plans to be the leading raw milk producer in China.
SIA launches carbon offsetting scheme
The scheme will be launched in both passenger and cargo airlines.
SG-UK digital economy deal negotiations underway
It is aimed at providing a seamless digital trade and business between the two countries.
CapitaLand divest partial stake in Raffles City to Ping An Insurance
The divestment deal amounts to CN¥46.7b.
Keppel sells stake in Thai firm ARIP for TH฿60.7m
ARIP will also cease to be an associate company of Keppel.
Vaccinated Singaporeans may soon be able to travel abroad: Lawrence Wong
Elderly Singaporeans are also urged to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Security chief to move up as HK’s no. 2 official
This comes as reports of a cabinet reshuffling arise.
SGX RegCo enforces new whistleblowing policy for issuers
This followed a public consultation on changes to the Listing Rules.
Keppel, Sembcorp start talks on possible merger
Keppel is also in talks with Temasek on selling its legacy rigs.
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