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TOPVISION Launches Prospectus for the Transfer of Listing from the LEAP Market to ACE Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad (“TOPVISION” or the “Company”), an experienced player in medical eye care services in Malaysia, is pleased to announce the launch of its prospectus for the upcoming Public Offering in conjunction with TOPVISION’s transfer of listing from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad (“Bursa Securities”), a move that underscores its continuous commitment to delivering high-quality eye healthcare nationwide as well as boosts TOPVISION’s public market visibility.Group Photo 1 Caption (L-R):1. Mr. Phang Siew Loong, Head of Equity Markets, Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad2. Wendy Teh, Co-head, Corporate Finance, Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad3. Mr. Tan Kah Poh, Independent Non-Executive Director, TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad4. Datuk Kenny Liew Hock Nean, Executive Vice Chairman, TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad5. Mr. Lee Geok Ai, Independent Non-Executive Chairman, TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad6. Dr. Peter Chong Kuok Siong, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad7. Ms. Lim May Wan, Independent Non-Executive Director, TOPVISION Eye Specialist BerhadThis Public Offering aims to raise RM17.89 million through the issuance of 54.22 million new ordinary shares at a retail price of RM0.33 per share. The funds raised from this exercise will be allocated as follows:RM7.90 million for the establishment of the TOPVISION International Eye Specialist Centre in Klang Valley, a tertiary eye ambulatory care centre with subspecialty services like retinal surgery, cornea transplants, and paediatric ophthalmology to meet patient needs and elevate eye healthcare standards.RM5.00 million for expanding the ACC network with new centres in Kuala Terengganu and Tawau, Sabah, expanding TOPVISION’s presence in East Malaysia and enhancing access to quality eye care.RM0.50 million for purchase of machines, including phacoemulsification machines to improve service quality across TOPVISION’s network.RM4.50 million for listing expenses for the transfer of listing from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market of Bursa Securities.Dr. Peter Chong Kuok Siong, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of TOPVISION said, “We are thrilled to launch our prospectus, marking TOPVISION’s another milestone in the process of transfer its listing to the ACE Market. This move not only accelerates our growth but underscores our commitment to advancing eye healthcare across Malaysia. With funds raised, we will expand our ACC network, establish TOPVISION International, and invest in new machines, all aimed at enhancing patient care. This listing reflects our dedication to sustainable growth, clinical excellence, and our mission to improve the quality of life for our patients.”Mr. Phang Siew Loong, Head of Equity Market of Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad commented, “TOPVISION’s transition to the ACE Market marks a pivotal milestone in its growth journey. We are proud to support TOPVISION as it builds on its strong foundation of clinical excellence and patient-centered care. With this listing, TOPVISION is well-positioned to meet the growing demand for specialised eye care, aligning with Malaysia’s healthcare goals and paving the way for sustainable growth and innovation in the sector.”The medical eye care industry in Malaysia is projected to grow significantly, with revenue expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (“CAGR”) of 10.0% from RM849.50 million in 2024 to RM1,249.40 million by 2028. This growth is driven by several key demand and supply factors. On the demand side, factors include steady population growth, an ageing population, increased medical tourism, growing consumer affluence, and a rise in lifestyle-related diseases. Meanwhile, supply-side growth is supported by advancements in medical eye care technology and strong government support.Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad is the Principal Adviser, Sponsor, Sole Underwriter and Sole Bookrunner.Group Photo 2 Caption (L-R):1. Mr. Phang Siew Loong, Head of Equity Markets, Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad2. Datuk Kenny Liew Hock Nean, Executive Vice Chairman, TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad3. Dr. Peter Chong Kuok Siong, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, TOPVISION Eye Specialist BerhadAbout TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad (“TOPVISION”)TOPVISION Eye Specialist Berhad is a prominent provider of medical eye care services in Malaysia, specialising in comprehensive eye care treatments including cataract surgery, treatment and management of glaucoma, and treatment and management of vitreous and retinal diseases. TOPVISION was listed on the LEAP Market in 2018, founded with a commitment to delivering advanced and patient-centric medical services, TOPVISION operates a growing network of ambulatory care centres (ACCs) across Malaysia. The Company leverages medical technology and a team of experienced ophthalmologists to provide high-quality treatments. As an experienced player in the field, TOPVISION continues to expand its services, focusing on both innovation and accessibility to enhance the eye health of patients throughout the region.For more information, visit https://www.tvesc.com/en/Issued By: Swan Consultancy Sdn. Bhd. on behalf of TOPVISION Eye Specialist BerhadFor more information, please contact:Jazzmin WanEmail: j.wan@swanconsultancy.bizXinyi ChingEmail: x.ching@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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Toyota Submits Progress Report on Recurrence Prevention Measures

TOKYO, Nov 25, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has submitted a progress report on measures to prevent recurrence of model certification application issues to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) today in light of the correction order the ministry issued on July 31. This report, summarizing actions taken to date, is the first of a series of quarterly reports.Response to the correction orderWe are reviewing our mechanisms and systems to increase legal compliance awareness among all employees and to enable them to do their work in a correct manner. This incident prompted management to make more frequent visits to the genba. Through this process, we found that we were not taking the necessary steps at the necessary times, including decisions on managing aging equipment. Going forward, management will make swift decisions on actions required in the medium to long term and will share that information with all employees. Through a series of such initiatives, we aim to be the company of choice for our customers.Specific progress of measures to prevent recurrenceWe are promoting on-site management to drive development and certification work. We have also implemented measures to remedy any issues identified through that process.- To be able to take appropriate actions immediately when abnormalities are found, management is visiting the genba in person to learn about the actual situation to create the appropriate environments and allocate resources needed for Human Development, Monozukuri and Strengthening Foundations.- We have reviewed responsibilities and processes so that appropriate management can be made at each stage of development and certification application.- We have introduced education programs to improve management's understanding of certification rules and its awareness of compliance.- The Legal Supervisor is attending internal certification tests and shares audit results with management.- We have established means for appropriate storage and handling of certification-related data.- We are using digital technology to automatically generate test results (to reduce human errors and workloads, etc.).- We are pursuing improvement of compliance awareness in development and certification departments using educational environments, including the Quality Learning Center, and by offering e-learning opportunities to all employees.Through Toyota's company-wide TPS training program for Certification Work, we are also working to develop a corporate culture across the Toyota Group to address fundamental challenges in development. We are treating this as an opportunity to review not only our development and certification operations but the way we work in every process, from planning to sales. In this regard, we are currently conducting kaizen activities, fully considering the effect on prior to and post processes.To once again gain the trust of our stakeholders, we will make company-wide efforts to prevent the recurrence of these issues.About Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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MHI Thermal Systems Receives Order from Aisan Industry for Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage System for Its New Anjo Plant

TOKYO, Nov 25, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd. (MHI Thermal Systems), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has received an order from Aisan Industry Co., Ltd. (Obu-shi, Aichi Prefecture) for a large-scale Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) system for the company's new Anjo Plant (tentative name). The project will be the first practical application of an ATES system in the Chubu region. MHI Thermal Systems' ATES system, including heat pump-type centrifugal chillers, is highly regarded for its energy-saving performance, optimal control technology, and operational performance. The order was placed through Obayashi Corporation, which is responsible for the construction of the plant. This project will be MHI Thermal Systems' first practical application of an ATES system outside of the Kansai region, and the fifth implementation site in Japan, including demonstration testing and social implementation.Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) systemThe ETI-Z25.HP heat pump-type centrifugal chiller to be utilized for this system has a cooling capacity of 234 refrigeration tons (RT)(Note1) (823 kW) per unit, and can provide both hot and cold water supply. The refrigerant used is HFO-1233zd(E), which has a Global Warming Potential (GWP)(Note2) of 1 (one), giving it an extremely low environmental impact. The ATES system will be used for air conditioning at the plant, and is scheduled to start operations in the winter of 2025. Compared to conventional air conditioning systems, the adoption of high-efficiency centrifugal chillers, along with the utilization of control technologies such as automatic switching of optimal operating modes, can be expected to reduce annual CO2emissions by approximately 50%.(Note3) Recognition of these features led to the selection of the system by Ministry of the Environment for the Fiscal 2023 (Supplementary Budget) Subsidy for CO2 Emission Control Measures Project Expenses.(Note4)An ATES system uses gravel and groundwater stored in aquifers deep underground as an enormous heat storage tank, allowing for the effective use of energy by enabling the circulation of heat across seasons, such as using the cold waste heat from winter heating for summer cooling, and the warm waste heat from summer cooling for winter heating. MHI Thermal Systems' ATES system received the "Energy Conservation Center, Japan Chairman's Award" in the "Best Practice Category" at the 2021 Energy Conservation Grand Prize,(Note5) and the "HPTCJ Promotion Award" at the 2022 "Demand Side Management Awards".(Note6)Aisan Industry's new Anjo Plant (tentative name) aims to 1) achieve carbon neutrality for the entire plant, 2) establish a high value-added work style that furthers the realization of DX, and 3) provide new value. The plant is also pursuing innovative manufacturing, such as the building and operation of fully automated lines that run 24 hours a day, including logistics, highly efficient production activities with collaborative robots in which workers and robots work alongside each other, and quality assurance that makes full use of digital data and IoT. In this context, MHI Thermal Systems will support the company's energy circulation initiatives aimed at achieving carbon neutrality, from the standpoint of utilizing natural energy with an optimally controlled ATES system.MHI Thermal Systems has delivered many centrifugal chillers for district heating and cooling and factory air conditioning, and boasts the top market share in Japan in these fields. Going forward, MHI Thermal Systems will continue to respond to customer needs, and through the delivery of centrifugal chillers and air conditioning systems that have a low impact on the global environment, contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral world.(1) refrigeration ton = approx. 3.516 kW(2) Global Warming Potential (GWP) is a coefficient, with CO2 fixed at a GWP of 1.0. Smaller values indicate greater environmental performance.(3) Compared to a gas absorption cold/hot water heater with similar capacity.(4) As part of the Fiscal 2023 (Supplementary Budget) Subsidy for CO2 Emission Control Measures Project Expenses (Projects to Promote the Mainstreaming of Renewable Energy and Strengthening of Resilience by Private Companies), selected from among projects to promote the introduction of renewable energy and cost reductions using new methods for Projects to Support Cost Reductions in the Use and Generation of Renewable Energy Heat "Equipment Introduction Project B."(5) For further information regarding the receipt of the "Energy Conservation Center, Japan Chairman's Award" sponsored by the Energy Conservation Center, Japan (ECCJ), see the following press release. www.mhi.com/news/211222.html(6) For further information regarding the receipt of the "HPTCJ Promotion Award" at the 2022 "Demand Side Management Awards" sponsored by the Heat Pump & Thermal Storage Technology Center of Japan (HPTCJ), see the following press release. www.mhi.com/news/22060301.htmlAbout MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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Oracle Red Bull Racing Driver Max Verstappen Wins Fourth Consecutive F1 Drivers’ World Championship

TOKYO, Nov 25, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Max Verstappen, driver for Oracle Red Bull Racing, for which Honda is a team partner, clinched his fourth consecutive F1 drivers’ world championship on Sunday, November 23 local time in the Las Vegas Grand Prix(1), the 22nd round of the 2024 FIA*2 Formula One (F1) World Championship. For this season, as a team partner, Honda has been providing technical support and cooperating in marketing activities with Oracle Red Bull Racing and Visa Cash App RB. As part of the technical support, Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) is manufacturing and supplying all power unit (PU) components except for the ESS*3 to Red Bull Powertrains*4 and supporting the operations of the PUs throughout the season.(1) Official event name: Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix 2024*2 Fédération Internationale de lʼAutomobile.*3 Energy Storage System, the battery system that stores recovered electric energy.*4 A Red Bull Group company that produces F1 power units. For the current version of the PUs, PBPT is responsible for producing and operating the ESS.Comment of Koji Watanabe, President of Honda Racing Corporation (HRC)“Max, congratulations on your fourth consecutive Drivers’ Championship! It has been five years since your first victory with the Honda power unit at the 2019 Austrian Grand Prix. On top of your ‘fast’ and ‘strong’ driver capability, you have certainly added “toughness” that turns critical situations into opportunities. The remarkable achievement of winning former race at the São Paulo Grand Prix from the 17th grid truly endorses your development. Honda and HRC are proud to be able to support your fourth consecutive title, and HRC will continue to be dedicated to providing support to you, Max, and both the Oracle Red Bull Racing and Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team while aiming at even greater heights in the future.”Max VerstappenDate of Birth30 September 1997 (age 27)NationalityDutchPlace of BirthBelgiumHeight181 cmWeight72 kgRacing Career20143rd in FIA European Formula 3 Championship2015Debut F1 as the youngest F1 driver ever (17 years and 166 days.) 12th in Formula One Drivers’ Championship20165th in Formula One Drivers’ Championship. First win in Rd.5 Spain marked youngest win in F1 history (18 years and 228 days)20176th in Formula One Drivers’ Championship20184th in Formula One Drivers’ Championship20193rd in Formula One Drivers’ Championship. Win in Rd.9 Austria marked 1st win for Honda in Hybrid Era20203rd in Formula One Drivers’ Championship2021Formula One World Drivers’ Champion. Brought the first drivers’ title for Honda for the first time in 30 years since 19912022Formula One World Drivers’ Champion2023Formula One World Drivers’ Champion2024Formula One World Drivers’ Champion Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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标普高度评价复星重返美元债

香港, 2024年11月25日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 11月21日，标普全球评级发表更新报告，对复星国际(00656)近期美元债券的成功发行表达了高度的认可。标普认为复星本次美元债的成功发行对集团融资渠道的拓宽起到积极作用，维持复星国际"稳定"展望评级不变。标普此次发表评级报告，是针对复星国际11月13日成功定价发行的一笔3亿美元的3.5年期高级无抵押债券。标普指出，复星时隔三年多重启境外美元债市场，证明了其信用指标的实质性提升和市场的广泛认可，美元债的发行对复星拓宽融资渠道，拉长债务久期，强化流动性管理，都起到积极正面作用。本次新债发行的同时，复星宣布要约等额的2025年到期的美元债，以确保有息债务总额不因新债发行而上升。据悉，此次债券发行成功吸引了大批国际优质投资者的认购，订单总金额最终超过12亿美元。据外电引述市场消息指，此次债券成功发行得益于公司近两年持续坚定的聚焦产业发展、非战略资产退出、优化债务结构和国际评级稳定等举措和成果，复星成为近年来极少数在全球投资者信心恢复方面取得实质性进展的中国民营企业之一。在美元降息的大环境下，复星持续为长期支持它的投资者提供优质、安全、长期的资产配置的机会，为投资人创造和分享企业经营价值。标普在报告中提及，虽然三亿美元的规模不大，但是结合集团之前8.88亿美元境外银团的成功组建，以及其境内银行贷款多年成功续期的成绩，标普认为复星对未来两年内到期债务的兑付留有充足的流动性安全垫。此次美元债券，标普给出的信用评级为"BB-"，展望稳定，并预期复星将继续退出非核心资产，集团债务将稳步下降，境外子公司步入成熟期将夯实复星的分红收入。不久前，复星国际宣布于9月30日通过绿鞋机制成功完成总规模达8.88亿美元的可持续发展挂钩银团贷款，这是今年截至目前中国民营企业在市场上同类贷款规模中最大的一笔，此次银团为三年期高级无抵押流动资金贷款，参团银行包含多家国际领先银行、大中华区、亚太区以及欧美等地区银行。此举反映了中外资银行对于复星信用质量的持续认可，也表明了公司融资渠道的畅通，有助于为公司稳健发展提供坚实的基础。近日，多家证券行均指出复星国际聚焦核心业务战略成效显著，当中，东北证券于11月15日发表研究报告，认为复星国际在"科创+全球化布局"双轮驱动下，战略定位清晰、四大板块业务稳健，此外还通过优化资产配置，现金流稳步改善。东北证券对复星的未来发展前景持乐观态度，并给予"买入"评级。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

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SGX-Listed Mooreast Appoints Norwegian Eirik Ellingsen as CEO to Drive Growth in Global Floating Offshore Wind Market

SINGAPORE, Nov 21, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mooreast Holdings Ltd. (“Mooreast” or the “Group”), announced today it will appoint Mr Eirik Ellingsen, a Norwegian with deep experience in the offshore and marine sector, as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) amid growing adoption of floating wind energy projects worldwide.Mr Eirik Ellingsen’s appointment, which will begin 1 January 2025, comes amid the growing commercialisation of floating offshore renewable energy projectsMr Ellingsen will assume the role of CEO at Mooreast on 1 January 2025. He will be taking over from Mr Sim Koon Lam, the founder, who will continue to serve as Executive Director and Deputy Chairman of the Group.Mooreast is a total mooring solutions specialist and Asia’s only ultra-high power anchor manufacturer primarily serving the offshore renewable energy, offshore oil & gas and marine industries. With operations in Singapore and the Netherlands, the Group is establishing a manufacturing facility in Aberdeen, Scotland, and is making forays into the North East Asia market.In June 2024, the Group announced that it was acquiring 60 Shipyard Crescent from a subsidiary of Seatrium Limited. The acquisition increases Mooreast’s total land area to 129,609 sqm (approx. 1.4 million sqft) and quadruples its production capacity to produce enough subsea foundation to support between 1.5 gigawatts (“GW”) to 2GW of floating offshore wind energy per annum compared to its current capacity of 0.5GW.Mr Ellingsen, who is also a resident of Singapore, brings over 35 years of experience to the role. He is currently serving as Director of Offshore Wind in the Asia Pacific at independent non-profit foundation Norwegian Energy Partners (“Norwep”). In that role, he built strong relationships with the global offshore wind industry across South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam and Australia. His last day at Norwep will be 31 December 2024.Before joining Norwep, Mr Ellingsen held several key roles in the global offshore industry. Notably, he served as Group Executive Director for Ferguson Group Ltd, where he oversaw its global container and modular business, and established its Singapore operations in 2008. He also founded Norway-based Ferdocean AS in 2018 which was sold in 2022. Following the sale, he was appointed Non-Executive Director of Ferdocean AS, where he provided strategic operational oversight of the business.Mr Ellingsen holds certifications in Business Sustainability Management from the University of Cambridge, Leadership and Competence Development for Board and Committee Members from the University of Stavanger and in Foundation Program in Business Administration from the BI Norwegian School of Management. Additionally, he is a certified ISO 9001, 14001, 27001 Lead Auditor through the Knowledge Academy.Mr Ellingsen’s appointment comes amid the growing commercialisation of floating renewable energy projects, which are moving further offshore to deeper waters, driving demand for advanced mooring solutions such as anchoring techniques and synthetic mooring lines.Floating wind farm developers require an innovative partner with a reliable network of suppliers and manufacturing capabilities to reduce costs and address supply chain challenges. This presents Mooreast with a strong opportunity to offer its cutting-edge mooring solutions.Mooreast said it would leverage on Mr Ellingsen’s extensive expertise and network within the offshore wind industry to capture business opportunities, as the Group positions itself as a key player in the global floating offshore wind market.Commenting on the appointment, Mr Sim Koon Lam said, “We are delighted to welcome Mr Ellingsen to the team; his experience, strong track record and deep industry knowledge and network will further accelerate our push towards the floating offshore renewable sector. We are confident he will strengthen our strategic direction, propel the Group to the next level and deliver long-term value to our shareholders.”Mr Eirik Ellingsen said “I am deeply honoured and excited to take on the role of CEO at Mooreast. I look forward to working with the Mooreast team to implement key transformation strategies to build momentum and achieve the Group’s long-term vision of becoming the leading mooring solutions provider within the floating renewable energy sector.”Leveraging more than 30 years of mooring and offshore marine expertise, Mooreast total mooring solutions include the design, engineering and fabrication of specialist anchors and equipment, as well as geotechnical and geophysical studies such as soil data analysis to determine project feasibility and engineering design for mooring configuration for floating wind turbines. The Group also incorporated Mooreast Taiwan in May 2024 and Mooreast Malaysia in July 2024.This press release has been prepared by the Company and its contents have been reviewed by the Company’s sponsor, W Capital Markets Pte. Ltd. (the “Sponsor”). This press release has not been examined or approved by the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (the “SGX-ST”) and the SGX-ST assumes no responsibility for the contents of this press release, including the correctness of any of the statements or opinions made or reports contained in this press release.The contact person for the Sponsor is Ms Alicia Chang, Registered Professional, W Capital Markets Pte. Ltd., at 65 Chulia Street, #43-01 OCBC Centre, Singapore 049513, Telephone (65) 6513 3525.Issued for and on behalf of Mooreast Holdings Ltd. by WeR1 Consultants Pte Ltd.About Mooreast Holdings Ltd.Mooreast is a total mooring solutions specialist, serving mainly the offshore renewable energy, offshore oil & gas (“O&G”) and marine industries, with operations primarily in Singapore, the Netherlands through its wholly-owned subsidiary in Rotterdam Mooreast Europe, and offices based in Scotland, Taiwan and Malaysia.Mooreast’s solutions include the design, engineering, fabrication, supply and logistics, installation and commissioning of mooring systems. Mooreast is applying its experience and expertise in mooring solutions to floating renewable energy projects, in particular floating offshore wind farms. It has successfully participated in developmental and prototype projects for floating offshore wind turbines in Japan and Europe.For more information, please visit https://mooreast.com/Media & Investor Contact InformationWeR1 Consultants Pte Ltd1 Raffles Place #02-01One Raffles Place Mall Suite 332Singapore 048616Isaac Tang, mooreast@wer1.net (M: +65 9748 0688) Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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S&P Acknowledges Fosun’s Return to the USD Bond Market

HONG KONG, Nov 25, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On 21 November 2024, S&P Global Ratings released an updated report expressing strong recognition of Fosun International (HKEX: 00656)’s recent US dollar note issuance. S&P noted that the successful issuance is positive for the company’s credit matrix as it helps broaden the Group’s funding channels, thereby maintaining a “stable” outlook on Fosun International’s rating.S&P released the report following Fosun International’s successful issuance of USD300 million 3.5-year US dollar-denominated senior unsecured notes on 13 November. S&P pointed out that re-opening the offshore US dollar bond market which has been closed for more than three years reflects a significant improvement in Fosun’s creditworthiness and recognition from broad-based investors. The US dollar note issuance is positive in helping Fosun International to diversify its financing options, extend its debt maturities, and strengthen its liquidity buffer. Alongside the new note issuance, Fosun announced to tender its 2025 maturity bond up to equivalent amount of the new issue. This is to ensure that the new issue will not increase Fosun’s total outstanding interest-bearing debt.It is reported that the note issuance attracted strong interest from a large number of mainstream institutional investors globally, with the order book reportedly exceeding USD1.2 billion.According to various market sources, the successful issuance of the USD300 million notes was attributed to the company’s consistent focus on core business development, divestment of non-strategy asset, optimization of debt structure, and stabilization of international credit ratings over the past two years, helping Fosun to become one of the few Chinese private enterprises to regain vote of confidence from global investors in recent years. Amidst a backdrop of US rate easing cycle, Fosun continues to provide high-quality, secure, and long-term asset allocation options for its long-term supportive investors, thereby maximizing value for them.S&P mentioned in the report that although the size of the USD300 million note issuance is not large, combined with the Group’s USD888 million offshore syndicated loan raised earlier in the end of September, as well as Fosun’s solid track record of refinancing onshore bank loans over past years,  S&P believes Fosun has adequate liquidity buffer to meet its debt maturities obligation over the next two years. S&P reaffirmed a “BB-” stable rating to the US dollar notes and expects Fosun to continue divesting its non-core assets, leading to a steady decline in the Group’s debt. Furthermore, as offshore subsidaries reach maturity, Fosun International’s dividend receipts are expected to enhance significantly.On 30 September, Fosun International announced the closure of a sustainability-linked syndicated loan totaling USD888 million through greenshoe, one of the largest of its kind issued by Chinese private enterprises this year. The loan is a three-year senior unsecured working capital loan and the participating banks include several leading banks from Greater China, the Asia-Pacific region, and Europe and the Americas. This reflects the continued recognition of the Group’s credit quality by both domestic and international banks, and indicates that the company’s sound financing channels will provide a solid foundation for its steady development.Recently, research reports from several securities firms have pointed out that Fosun International’s strategy of focusing on its core businesses has yielded significant results. Among them, Northeast Securities released a research report on 15 November, noting that Fosun International, driven by its twin driver of “innovation + globalization”, has a clear strategic positioning and robust performance across its four business segments. Furthermore, Fosun has steadily improved its cash flow through optimizing asset allocation. Northeast Securities is optimistic about Fosun’s future prospects and has assigned the company a “Buy” rating. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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国泰君安、海通证券合并新进展 协同效应位居行业第一

香港, 2024年11月24日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 11月21日，国泰君安（2611.HK；601211.SH）与海通证券（6837.HK；600837.SH）合并事宜迎来新进展，双方发布联合通函进一步明确合并重组细节，此外，国泰君安还将配套募集不超过100亿元（人民币，下同）用于合并后的重点业务领域建设。是次合并标志性意义重大，不仅是中国资本市场史上规模最大的A+H双边市场吸收合并、上市券商A+H最大的整合案例，亦是新国九条政策支持下首例头部券商重组案，落地后总资产和净资产将跃居中国证券行业第一。强强联合 行业第一联合通函显示，截至2024年三季度末，两家公司合并后净资产3415亿元、净资本1774亿元，均位居中国证券行业第一。2024年前三季度，两家公司合并后投资银行业务净收入31亿元，利息净收入40亿元，融出资金规模1458亿元，均位居中国证券行业第一。合并后，双方在资本运用、服务能力以及运营管理方面释放共赢的协同效应，合并后的公司将建立新的法人治理结构、管理架构、发展战略和企业文化，按照公司治理要求，基于整体经营目标和战略规划，对业务、资产、财务、人员及机构等进行全面整合，促进业务有效融合，提升整体盈利能力。同时亦拥有更雄厚的资本实力、更均衡的资产负债结构，将显著增强合并后公司的风险承受能力，提升资本利用效率和资金使用效果，为未来业务拓展和市场应对提供坚实财务基础。整合重组发挥协同效应国泰君安、海通证券均为大型综合性金融机构，在资本规模、盈利水平、综合实力等方面已经达到行业领先，而双方业务各有侧重，合并将大大提升其综合竞争力，有利于资源和战略整合、优势互补，业务实力将显著加强。以2023年数据加总计算，两家公司合并后零售客户数、零售客户APP月活数、IPO承销规模及家数、公募分仓收入、托管外包规模等重要业务指标，以及在长三角、京津冀、珠三角等重点区域网点数量均位居行业首位。依托更强大稳固的客户基础、更专业综合的服务能力、更集约高效的运营管理，合并后公司将持续提高零售、机构和企业客户服务能级，发挥品牌效应和规模优势不断提升客户粘性与市场份额。百亿资金加快建设国际一流投行本次国泰君安将配套募集不超过100亿元资金，计划用于合并后公司国际化业务、交易投资业务、数字化转型建设、补充营运资金，助力合并后公司加快打造一流投资银行，提升服务实体经济能级。合并后的公司将全面提高跨境金融及全球综合金融服务能力，加强境内外业务联动，整合贯通国内国际两个市场、两种资源，更好代表中国金融行业在世界金融舞台参与全球竞争和资源配置，为全球零售、企业、机构客户提供更高质量的财富理、投资管理和跨境融资服务，力争成为满足客户跨境金融及全球资产配置需求的国际一流投资银行。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

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美国调整核威慑战略——五角大楼 “`

(SeaPRwire) -   五角大楼正在研制新型B61型重力炸弹，并提高其核潜艇的战备状态 据五角大楼的一份报告，美国将调整其核威慑战略，以应对来自俄罗斯和中国的潜在威胁。 国防部周四在一份声明中表示，“多个核同等对手挑战着美国及其盟友和伙伴的安全”，并补充说这些国家正在发展和现代化其核武库。 鉴于此，国防部助理部长理查德·约翰逊特别指出了俄罗斯和中国，并指出美国可能需要调整其2022年核态势评估以维持核威慑。然而，他指出，目前的核现代化努力可能还不够。 据约翰逊说，为了解决这些问题，五角大楼“已经采取措施部署能力，以增强核威慑和灵活性”。关键要素包括研制B61-13重力炸弹，以及提高装备核武器的俄亥俄级核潜艇的战备状态。 五角大楼去年十月宣布研制新型B61炸弹，称其将取代一些旧型号，并为美国提供“针对某些更坚硬和更大面积军事目标的额外选择”。与此同时，华盛顿强调，部署B61-13“并非针对任何具体的当前事件”，也不会增加整体核储备。 俄亥俄级潜艇是美国核三位一体的关键组成部分，专门用于核威慑。它们可以配备射程高达12000公里的三叉戟导弹。 约翰逊的评论是在俄罗斯总统弗拉基米尔·普京于9月下旬下令改变该国核战略之后作出的。该文件得到修改，规定“任何非核国家对俄罗斯联邦和/或其盟友的侵略，如果得到核国家的参与或支持，将被视为他们的联合攻击”。 普京于11月19日批准了这些修改，此前美国和一些西方国家允许乌克兰使用外国制造的远程武器对俄罗斯境内目标进行打击，尽管莫斯科警告说，这将升级冲突，并导致北约直接参与敌对行动。 本周早些时候，俄罗斯使用最新的奥列什尼克中程高超音速导弹对乌克兰进行了袭击，称这是对基辅使用美国制造的ATACMS和HIMARS系统以及英国制造的“风暴阴影”导弹进行跨境袭击的回应。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。

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约旦以色列大使馆附近爆发致命枪战（视频）

(SeaPRwire) -   据报道，一名持枪男子在安曼的拉比阿街区袭击了一支警车 约旦通讯社（Petra）周日报道，黎明时分，在安曼以色列大使馆附近发生枪战，三名执法人员受伤。嫌疑枪手被击毙。 该机构援引约旦公共安全局的话说，事件发生时，嫌疑人向警车开火，然后试图逃离现场。 佩特拉报道说，警员与袭击者发生了枪战，袭击者在枪战中被击毙。 社交媒体上流传的据称显示该事件的视频显示，枪声回荡在整个街区，现场可见许多急救车辆。 此次袭击中有三名执法人员受伤。通讯社说，他们已被送往医院，情况中等。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。

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美国参议员：美国遭遇史上最严重的电信黑客攻击

(SeaPRwire) -   据称黑客利用美国当局设立的窃听美国人的系统 即将离任的拜登政府的国家安全顾问和其他高级官员周五与主要电信公司的高管举行会议，讨论被描述为“迄今为止”该国历史上最严重的网络安全事件。 本月早些时候，美国当局指控所谓的与北京有关的黑客组织“盐台风”（Salt Typhoon）拦截了电信公司为美国执法机构收集和存储的监控数据。据称，肇事者在一个持续数月的、大规模行动中拦截了大量电话的短信和音频。 参议院情报委员会主席马克·华纳参议员在本周一次听证会后称此次事件为“我们国家历史上最严重的电信黑客事件——迄今为止”。“谷仓的门仍然大开，或者大部分是开着的。” 周五，国家安全顾问杰克·沙利文和国家安全副顾问安妮·诺伯格在白宫主持了与电信行业的会议，尽管目前尚不清楚到底有哪些人出席。 “这次会议是听取电信业高管意见的机会，了解美国政府如何与私营部门合作并支持私营部门加强防御复杂的国家级攻击，”白宫在一份声明中表示。 联邦调查局 (FBI) 和网络安全与基础设施安全局 (CISA) 于 11 月 13 日发表联合声明，将此次入侵归咎于中国，并表示被盗信息是作为对美国嫌疑人进行“合法”监控的一部分收集和存储的。 “具体来说，我们已经查明，与中国相关的行为者已经入侵了多家电信公司的网络，从而窃取客户通话记录数据，破坏了主要从事政府或政治活动的一小部分人的私人通信，并复制了某些根据法院命令受美国执法部门要求约束的信息，”他们写道。 此次事件的规模仍在调查中。报道显示，到目前为止，FBI 已经通知了不到 150 名受害者，其中大多数位于华盛顿特区地区。然而，由于受影响的人可能给许多人打过电话或发过短信，因此黑客访问的记录数量可能要高得多。 据上个月《华盛顿邮报》的一篇报道，当选总统唐纳德·特朗普竞选团队的一位不愿透露姓名的顾问也被认为是其谈话被拦截的人员之一。目前尚不清楚这位顾问的信息是否也“受美国执法部门的要求”。2016 年，FBI 利用伪造的斯蒂尔档案获得法院许可，对特朗普的竞选活动进行间谍活动，并破坏其总统职位。 北京方面一再否认黑客指控以及华盛顿方面关于其试图干预美国选举进程的说法。中国驻华盛顿大使馆此前曾表示，他们不知道“盐台风”（Salt Typhoon）的活动，并指责美国捏造北京参与网络攻击的证据以“抹黑中国”。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。

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美国基地附近出现神秘无人机

(SeaPRwire) -   据报道，其中一个受影响的设施准备再次在英国本土部署美国的核弹头 美国空军 (USAF) 证实，在包括RAF Lakenheath（冷战期间曾部署过美国核武器）在内的三个主要英国空军基地附近，探测到多架身份不明的无人机。 据美国空军欧洲司令部发言人称，11月20日至22日期间，在萨福克郡的RAF Lakenheath和RAF Mildenhall以及诺福克郡的RAF Feltwell上空观察到小型无人机。 军方表示，可疑无人机的数量“波动不定，大小和配置各异”，目前尚不清楚它们是否构成敌对威胁。 五角大楼拒绝评论是否使用了任何防空系统来对抗这些无人机，只是表示他们积极监测局势，以确保任何入侵行为都不会影响基地居民或关键基础设施。 “为了保护作战安全，我们不讨论我们具体的部队保护措施，但保留保护设施的权利。我们将继续监测我们的空域，并与东道国当局和任务伙伴合作，以确保基地人员、设施和资产的安全，”发言人说。 英国国防部也拒绝评论针对这些无人机采取的具体“安全措施”，一位发言人坚称，军方认真对待这些威胁，并在关键国防地点维持“强有力的措施”。 RAF Lakenheath是英国三个在冷战期间部署美国核武器的基地之一，直到2008年减少部署前，这里曾部署约110枚美国核弹头。 据早些时候的媒体报道，五角大楼正准备该基地再次部署核武器。美国军方在去年的国会预算中，为RAF Lakenheath的一个新的“安全宿舍”申请了5000万美元的经费，这一消息由一个美国智库和英国媒体报道。今年1月，《每日电讯报》(The Telegraph)援引新的设施采购合同称，该基地预计将部署B61-12炸弹，其威力是投放在广岛炸弹的三倍。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。

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普京必须在乌克兰冲突中扮演“成年人”的角色——美国进步派评论员 “`

(SeaPRwire) -   俄罗斯领导人的“克制”是阻止第三次世界大战的唯一方法，直到特朗普重返白宫，吉米·多尔如是说 政治评论员兼《吉米·多尔秀》主持人吉米·多尔警告说，俄罗斯总统弗拉基米尔·普京应该继续对他对美国领导的对俄罗斯的代理人战争（由基辅政权发动）的回应行使“克制”。这位进步派专家认为，普京必须等到美国当选总统唐纳德·特朗普在1月份重返白宫之后，才能做出可能引发第三次世界大战的决定。 在周六RT电视台播出的《深入地下》节目主持人阿夫辛·拉坦西的采访中，多尔评论了即将离任的美国总统乔·拜登政府最近做出的决定，即批准基辅使用美国提供的远程武器对无可争议的俄罗斯领土进行打击。莫斯科认为美国的这一决定是升级行为，使美国成为这场战斗的直接参与方。本周早些时候，弗拉基米尔·普京在谈到这种情况时说，这场在乌克兰的“地区性”冲突现在“具有全球性质的特征”，并警告说，如果紧张局势进一步升级，将会遭到反弹。 “乔·拜登和他的政府中的新保守派一直在不断升级战争……他们试图挑起一场唐纳德·特朗普无法阻止的战争，”多尔说，并警告说，他们的行为最终可能导致一场新的世界大战。 “我们唯一的希望是普京能够保持克制，是他成为房间里唯一一个成年人，并且他能够以某种方式坚持下去，直到唐纳德·特朗普当上总统，”他说道。特朗普将于1月下旬宣誓就职，并承诺在就职后迅速结束乌克兰冲突。 “这就是为什么当权派憎恨特朗普……为什么他们不停地指责他是一个叛徒，并与普京合作——这是他们唯一可以打的牌，因为他当选的理由是结束我们干涉他国的战争，”多尔说。 “特朗普不是好战分子……他喜欢寻找交易。他可能腐败，但他属于纽约房地产那种腐败，而不是新保守派那种为了钱而杀人导致战争的腐败，”这位专家声称。多尔表示，普京和特朗普共同努力能够结束乌克兰冲突，但他警告说，如果美国现任政府继续采取升级行动，事情可能会出错。 “普京是一个理性的行为者，但你永远不知道北约、乔·拜登和他的新保守派政府会惹怒这只熊多少，”多尔补充道。 您可以在这里观看完整采访： 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。