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GITC partners GDEX to develop skilled workforce for logistics industry
Malaysia-based Government-Industry TVET Coordination Body (GITC) and GDEX Berhad (GDEX) are collaborating to develop a skilled and competent workforce to meet the needs of the courier and logistics industry.
$8 trillion opportunity in sustainable cooling solutions for developing economies, says IFC and UNEP report
The cooling market in developing economies is expected to grow from around $300 billion to at least $600 billion, per year by 2050, according to a report released on Wednesday by the UN Environment Program (UNEP)-led Cool Coalition and International Finance Corporation (IFC).
AirAsia MOVE’s MOVETIX partners Ticketmelon to enhance ASEAN’s event booking experience
MOVETIX, the global ticketing platform for events and concerts on the Malaysia-based AirAsia MOVE app, has announced a strategic partnership with Ticketmelon, one of the region's premier ticketing and event technology platforms, to enhance ASEAN’s event booking experience.
Temasek sets aside $78M Concessional Capital for Climate Action
Singapore state-owned investor Temasek has committed to set aside S$100 million ($77.67 million) as concessional capital for Climate Action (CCCA).
Singapore’s ProfilePrint inks major agreements with Brazilian agricultural leaders for AI solutions
ProfilePrint, a Singapore-based artificial intelligence (AI)-driven ingredient quality platform, has announced the signing of new agreements with Brazil's two largest coffee exporting cooperatives, Cooxupé and Minasul, as well as Instituto CNA, a government-supported institution representing Brazil’s agricultural sectors.
WeRide partners Uber to launch robotaxis in UAE
China-based autonomous driving technology company WeRide has partnered United States-based mobility and delivery technology platform Uber Technologies, Inc. to bring WeRide’s autonomous vehicles onto the Uber platform, beginning in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Himalayan Bank collaborates with Ant International to expand Alipay+ acceptance in Nepal
Alipay+ will be accepted at more than 25,000 local merchants, allowing travellers from 10 countries and regions to enjoy a convenient and cashless experience as they travel across Nepal simply by scanning the MOCO Unified QR Code.
AirAsia X issues shareholders’ circular on proposed acquisitions of Capital A’s aviation businesses
Malaysia's budget airline AirAsia X (AAX) has issued a detailed circular to its shareholders, providing an in-depth view of the company’s proposed acquisitions of Capital A Berhad’s entire equity interest in the aviation business in AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAAGL) and AirAsia Berhad (AAB) for MYR 6.8 billion ($1.65 billion).
MAS establishes International Advisory Panel for cyber and technology resilience
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced Wednesday the establishment of a Cyber and Technology Resilience Experts (CTREX) Panel.
AirAsia Drone partners GIT Academy to equip licensed tourist guides with essential drone knowledge
Malaysia-based Capital A's unit AirAsia Drone has on Wednesday announced its collaboration with GIT Academy, a Malaysia's tourist guide training academy licensed by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC).
