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IFC grants $40m loan to Vietnam’s SeABank to expand SME lending

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.

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.

DBS to start commodity trading on London Metal Exchange

The London Metal Exchange is the biggest marketplace for industrial metals in the world.

Hong Kong exports likely to grow 15% in 2021

The HKTDC reported export confidence rose for the 5th consecutive quarter.

CapitaLand to launch first RMB fund in Q4

The company has obtained a private equity fund manager status in China.

Hong Kong imposes travel ban on Indonesia

Starting 25 June, Indonesia will be considered as an “extremely high-risk” area.

Wealthy Hong Kongers to reach 831,000 by 2025

The global number of millionaires could go over 84 million in the next five years.

Singapore drops to fourth in global fintech rankings

But the Lion City is still king in the Asia Pacific region