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Wall St closed mixed on Friday as investors reassessed their positions ahead of the Fed's anticipated rate cut this week at the final FOMC meeting for 2024. The Dow Jones fell 0.2% to track its 7th straight losing session in the longest red run since 2020, while the Nasdaq gained 0.12% on Friday and the S&P 500 ended the session flat.Across the European region on Friday, markets closed lower as investors reacted to disappointing economic data readings from the region's largest economies, with UK GDP showing economic contraction by 0.1% in October, and Germany's exports declined 2.8% in October. The STOXX 600 fell 0.62% on Friday, while Germany's DAX, the French CAC and UK FTSE100 each lost around 0.15%.Across the Asia Region on Friday, markets closed lower as investor optimism for further Chinese stimulus faded. Hong Kong's Hang Seng lost 1.83% on Friday, China's CSI index fell 2.37%, and Japan's Nikkei ended the day down 0.95%.The ASX200 fell 0.41% on Friday as sharp selloff in the materials sector weighed on the key index, while financial and energy stocks were the only sectors to end the day higher. The index had its worst week in months last week as investors took profits from the recent rally that sent the ASX200 to record highs.DigiCo debuted on the ASX on Friday in a highly anticipated debut that had a very disappointing reception from investors. The data centre infrastructure REIT ended its first session at $4.55/share, down from the $5 of its IPO.What to watch today:Ahead of Monday's trading session on the ASX, the SPI futures are anticipating the local market will begin the new trading week down nearly half a percent.On the commodities front this morning, oil is trading 1.81% higher at US$71.29/barrel, gold is down 1.25% at US$2647/ounce and iron ore is down 0.17% at US$105.31/tonne.The Aussie dollar has further weakened to buy US$0.63, 97.63 Japanese Yen, 50.41 British Pence and NZ$1.10.Trading Ideas:Bell Potter has initiated coverage of Vitrafy Life Sciences (ASX:VFY) with a spec buy rating and 12-month price target of $2.36. Vitrafy aims to become a global leader in cryopreservation by significantly improving cell survival of biological materials. The analyst sees high growth potential in VFY's three areas of exposure to broad global market themes, each also material in size. Aquaculture & Bovine reproduction, Blood Platelets and Human Cell & Gene Therapy each have global addressable markets over US$3bn in size and have significant growth potential for VFY.And Trading Central has identified a bearish signal on Sims (ASX:SGM) following the formation of a pattern over a period of 25-days which is roughly the same amount of time the share price may fall from the close of $12.73 to the range of $11.20 to $11.50 according to standard principles of technical analysis.
August 10th, 2024 - In July, we proudly co-hosted the Asia Region Anti-Trafficking Conference in Bali, Indonesia, bringing together anti-trafficking professionals from across the region to discuss the latest developments and insights in the field. Alongside our partners at Chab Dai, Dark Bali, The Whispering Willow, and Ashray, our goal was to develop multi-sector learning and partnerships to improve responses human trafficking and slavery in Asia, provide updates on trends in the past 3-5 years, to learn best practices from each other, and identify potential avenues for collaborative action. Listen to learn more. Welcome to The Freedom Story podcast, where we bring you updates in audio version. These episodes may touch on sensitive topics. Parental discretion is advised. For more information, please visit https://thefreedomstory.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefreedomstory/support
News and labour updates from the Asia Pacific region.Apolinar Dong Tolentino, Asia Region co-ordinator for the Building Workers International, about regional issues in the construction industry.Asia Pacific Currents provides updates of labour struggles and campaigns from the Asia Pacific region. It is produced by Australia Asia Worker Links, in the studio of 3CR Radio in Melbourne, Australia.
What work is happening in the Asia region of the LCMS Office of International Mission? Rev. Dr. Charles Ferry — Asia Regional Director with the LCMS Office of International Mission, and Sam Borgwardt — Asia Regional Business Manager with the LCMS Office of International Mission, join Andy and Sarah to talk about how big the Asia region is, the recent projects including a seminary and music conservatory, the partners they work with to carry out this work, what life looks like for those serving in Taiwan, and how the recent earthquakes affected their work. Learn more about the Asia region at international.lcms.org/asia. Find Rev. Ferry and how to support his work at lcms.org/ferry, and find Sam and how to support his work at lcms.org/borgwardt.
In a discussion about funding trends and market insights for business development at USAID, panelists highlighted key themes including the emphasis on localization, the impact of supplemental funding, and the necessity of adaptability in response to changing funding patterns. The panelists stressed the importance of engaging with local and private sector actors for sustainable impact solutions and innovation. Additionally, they discussed effective preparation for phased procurements, addressing challenges like startup costs, and maintaining flexibility in response to changing funding patterns. They emphasized the need to be proactive and adaptive in navigating the evolving USAID partnering landscape. IN THIS EPISODE: [01:30] Discussion on the key trend of localization and locally-led development in 2023, with insights from Moges Gebremedhin [09:31] Caroline Denman discusses the conflict funding, program investments and transition initiatives [13:54] Matt Swaim shares insights on the integration of AI tools in the industry, emphasizing their potential to accelerate work and advance development goals [17:11] Caroline Denman discusses the trend of major prime implementers having regional offices around the world, emphasizing the importance of localized solutions and engagement with national partners [25:14] The link between private sector engagement and locally-led development, emphasizing the role of the private sector in sustaining initiatives [35:27] Insights on supplemental funding and the need for adaptability in response to changing funding patterns [39:19] Caroline Denman discusses the impact of naming key personnel and the challenges related to startup in project implementation [42:00] Transition to preparing for 2024, with panelists sharing their thoughts on key indicators and changes for the upcoming year [51:35] Christy wraps up with the key takeaways KEY TAKEAWAYS: Localization and locally-led development have been significant trends in USAID partnering in 2023. There is a strong emphasis on engaging local actors and building partnerships to facilitate sustainable business solutions and innovation. This trend has implications for project design, implementation, and the ability to deliver quick impactful results The phased procurement process, particularly the changing requirements on timing to name key personnel, have implications for project startup and implementation. The process can be costly and requires adaptability and resources to ensure a strong start to project implementation Private sector engagement and the cost of engaging local partners are important considerations for sustainability in the localization initiative. The cost of writing a prime USAID proposal and the need to build partnerships with local firms are key factors in the evolving landscape of USAID partnering Looking ahead to 2024, an election year, considerations include potential government shutdowns, laddered budgets, and USAID procurement process. RESOURCES: Aid Market Podcast Mike Shanley - LinkedIn Christy Hollywood - LinkedIn Matt Swaim - LinkedIn Matt Swaim Chemonics - Website Dragana Veskov - LinkedIn DraganaVeskov - Website Moges Gebremedhin Caroline Denman RTI - LinkedIn BIOGRAPHIES: Dragana Veskov is a seasoned expert in business development and project management with over three decades of progressive leadership experience. In her recent role as Director of Business Development at FHI360, Dr. Veskov leads new business initiatives, overseeing an impressive annual sales volume of approximately $1 billion. Dr. Veskov has established and nurtured strong relationships with key stakeholders, including USAID, FCDO, NORAD, The World Bank, Millennium Challenge Corporation, and private donors. Moges Gebremedhin is RTI's Regional Director for Africa based in Nairobi, Kenya. Mr. Gebremedhin provides technical and operational support for RTI's USAID-funded programs and partners in the region. Working across RTI's technical divisions and experts, he connects RTI research and solutions with opportunities for impact in the region. Matt Swaim has been with Chemonics for ten years and currently serves as the Business Development Advisor for the Asia Region. He specializes in writing winning proposals for USAID-funded contracts in the areas of economic growth, promoting sustainable agriculture, and advancing democratic governance. He also serves on Chemonics' LGBTQ+ Inclusion Technical Working Group which develops approaches and thought leadership in advancing inclusion for the global community. Caroline Denman15 years of field-based technical experience spans economic growth, good governance, stabilization and transition, education, refugee response, gender inclusion, and climate-smart agriculture in over 20 countries around the world, including long term assignments in the Middle East and North Africa. In her current role as Deputy Director for Business Development with DT Global, she leads proposal strategy, development, and learning for large, complex USAID bids, in addition to overseeing efforts for proposal training, industry outreach and positioning, and generating best practices for effective, competitive activity design.
The Rev. Dr. Cory J. Rajek — Regional Director for Eurasia Region in Riga, Latvia, and the Rev. Charles Ferry — Regional Director for Asia Region, Chiayi, Taiwan, join Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve Series to talk about their very different journeys into pastoral ministry, how they each considered serving as a missionary, their journeys to the mission field, how missionaries serve in their respective regions, the challenges missionaries face today, and first steps for someone considering serving on the mission field. Read Dr. Rajek's story and how to support his work at lcms.org/rajek. Read Rev. Ferry's story about how to support his work at lcms.org/ferry. Learn more about the Set Apart to Serve Initiative at lcms.org/setaparttoserve. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve.
Welcome to Focus Asia your first window to discover Asia. This week, we have news from India, Japan, UAE and Indonesia. Find out more episode and listening to Bingkai Suara Podcast. Don't forget to always listen to focus asia every week to update your knowledge about what happens in Asia and updated with our recent news on www.bingkaikarya.com
Rev. Dr. Stephen Oliver, serving the Lord in Taiwan and the Asia Region, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how he serves in Taiwan, mission projects happening in the Asia region, exciting new things happening in the Asia region, and the current project he's working on. Learn more about the Oliver family and how to support their work at lcms.org/oliver.
Rev. Charles Ferry, Regional Director for Asia Region with the LCMS Office of International Mission, joins Andy and Sarah at the 2023 LWML National Convention to talk about what countries make up the Asia Region, the creation of a music conservatory in Taiwan, how music is a key bridge into communities in Asia, other exciting things happening in the Region, and the need for partner churches in this Region. Learn more about what's happening in Asia at lcms.org/asia and learn more about Rev. Ferry at lcms.org/ferry.
The inaugural China-Central Asia summit has just been held in China's ancient city of Xi'an. Leaders from China, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan all attended the summit to discuss ways of leveling up partnership among the six nations. At the summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping laid out his vision for a stable, prosperous, harmonious and interconnected Central Asia. How should we understand the strategic significance of Central Asia amid moves by global powers like the U.S., Japan to set up "Central Asia 5+1" mechanisms? What do Central Asian countries look for when working with global powers? Host Liu Kun is joined by Professor Doug Guthrie, Director of China Initiatives at Thunderbird School of Global Management; Naseem khan Achakzai, Advisor to Speaker Balochistan Assembly (Parliament) from Pakistan; Rong Ying, Vice President and Senior Research Fellow, at the China Institute of International Studies.
Tencent is a complicated company - the parent company of WeChat, the WhatsApp of China with over 1.2 billion users. Tencent also owns, an entire entertainment arm, owning movie rights such as Terminator: Dark Fate, and a music group (Tencent Music Group) with 1.5 times the users of Spotify. But its most profitable segment is on games, owning League of Legends, Clash of Clans and Honor of Kings. This Chinese empire have humble and mystical beginnings that can be traced back to when a little carp, who's name was Tony Ma, decided to swim up stream to join the new wave of Chinese Billionaire Dragons. In Ep 1. We tell the grueling rise of the founding team, creating QQ - the MSN of China In Ep 2. We detail the epic battle battle between QQ vs MSN that cemented Tencent as the Microsoft Killer In Ep 3. We breakdown its gaming empire that led to the highest revenue mobile game in the world - Honor of Kings In Ep 4. We learn about the rise of WeChat - the app that made Tencent famous, and China's tech crackdown that wiped trillions off the Chinese stock market - We're looking to grow our team! Help support our productions here :') Buy Me a Coffee - Want to discover more origins, rise & fall on Asian business empires? Follow us on our Tiktok where we share 5 minute breakdowns of some of the most interesting Asian businesses. Youtube to understand the bigger picture beyond the Asian business empires. Want to meet the team? Follow me here! - If you love the style of Empires, and want similar content, check out:
It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and to celebrate, Sarah's leading a special Hymn Sing episode on Himnario Luterano, the new Lutheran hymnal for the Spanish-speaking world. This episode features information and anecdotes from key figures involved in the creation of this comprehensive worship resource, including the Rev. Ted Krey (Regional Director for LCMS International Mission, Latin America and Caribbean Region), the Rev. Sergio Fritzler (hymnal committee member), Deaconess Sandra Rhein (Sacred Music Educator, Asia Region with LCMS International Mission), the Rev. German Novelli-Oliveros (Outgoing President of the National Hispanic Convention), the Rev. Nathan Sherrill (Executive Director of David's Harp), Deaconess Cheryl Naumann (Missionary / Director of the VDMA with LCMS International Mission), and the Rev. Dr. Jon Vieker (Dean of Chapel at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis). At the end of the episode, listeners can enjoy a brief musical performance by the Krey family, showcasing two hymns from Himnario Luterano. To learn more about the people, resources, and topics covered in this episode, check out the following: Himnario Luterano online LCMS International Mission, Latin America and Caribbean Region The Lutheran Heritage Foundation (request a Spanish hymnal here) Seminario Concordia El Reformador (LCMS-affiliated seminary in the Dominican Republic) David's Harp View videos of singing from the new hymnal! Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), Erin (@erinaltered), and Bri (@grrrzevske) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.
In this episode we will discuss together the all time favorite Indian team who at the top of the list and also talk about the sportsman ship environment all we have admired in the last match between india vs pakistan.
On this podcast, Philip Middleton speaks to Ashley Alder on regulating cryptoassets. This clip was taken from our global DMI symposium which you can view here. Ashley Alder is the Chief Executive Officer of the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC). Ashley started his career as a lawyer in London in 1984. He came to Hong Kong in 1989 with the international law firm Herbert Smith, practicing corporate and business law. He was Executive Director of Corporate Finance at the SFC from 2001 to 2004, before returning to Herbert Smith, later as head of the firm's Asia Region. He rejoined the SFC in 2011. Ashley was appointed by the Chief Executive of Hong Kong as a Justice of the Peace in 2014 and is a Fellow of The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers. He is currently the Vice Chairman of the Board of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) and the Chairman of the IOSCO Asia Pacific Regional Committee. Ashley attained his Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of London in 1982 and graduated from the University of Cambridge with a Master of Laws degree in 1983.
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Rev. Charles Ferry, Asia Regional Director with the LCMS International Mission, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Lord's work in the Asia region today and how it's grown since the early days of mission work in the region, several stories of the partnerships and partner churches in the region, the team that serves across the Asia region, and the need for lay workers like a Business Manager for the Asia Region. Learn more about what's happening in the Asia region at international.lcms.org/asia and find the business manager description at lcms.org/careers. Learn more about Rev. Ferry and his family and how to support their work at lcms.org/ferry.
There is a unique history in coffee export from India. Japanese helped training coffee growers in East Timore which is currently known as Timor-Leste. - インドのコーヒーには独特の歴史があり、東チモール(現在のチモールレステ)では日本人もコーヒーの栽培技術を伝えました。
Rev. Stephen Oliver, Serving the Lord in Taiwan and the Asia Region as a theological educator at China Lutheran Seminary in Hsinchu, Taiwan, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about life at the seminary, what he teaches there, translation projects he's working on, how the coronavirus pandemic has affected life at the seminary, and family life in Taiwan. Read his story and how to support his work at lcms.org/oliver.
Glenn van Zutphen and Anita Kapoor, Sunday guest co-host in conversation with Adrienne Mendenhall, Director of business development, ACCESS Health International & Krishna Thacker, Director, Asia Region, MetLife Foundation about health financing in Asia and how digital financial services can be used to make healthcare more affordable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Alliance team distributed a one-month's supply of food and soap to 100 families in their network who have been hit hard by their country's closed borders. - https://www.cmalliance.org/video/watch/45659/
This episode we hear from Silas Balraj, Compassion International’s Vice President of Asia Region. Silas was on the frontline during the devastating time of Compassion’s withdrawal from India. Hear his insightful perspective on what it means to leave a nation still struggling with desperate poverty and how hope in God remains, even in times of heartbreak and hardship.
Rev. Roy Askins, Communications Manager for the Asia Region of the LCMS Office of International Mission, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the vast region he serves, the perception of Lutheranism across Asia, and several stories of the incredible projects happening in different countries. Follow all things LCMS Asia at international.lcms.org/asia and lcmsasia.fireside.fm. Follow the Askins at askinsinasia.com and the Wood family at theseaside.asia.
Rev. Carl and Chenhsi Hanson, who serve as missionaries through the LCMS in the Asia region with their three daughters, Emma, Andrea and Lydia, join Andy and Sarah to talk about their journey to missionary service, family life in Hong Kong, the work they have done in the Asia region, and their next call in Seoul, Korea. Read more about their story at lcms.org/hanson and learn more about International Lutheran Church in Seoul at ilcseoul.org and facebook.com/International-Lutheran-Church-Seoul-173542388684. If your vacation or work travel takes you to Seoul, you're welcome to drop in and worship with them!
Preaching for the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Sr. Judgette Gallares, RC offers a reflection on prayer: "Jesus is teaching us that prayer is first and foremost a relationship between God and us, a relationship built on love and trust, not on fear." Sr. Judette Gallares, RC, from the Philippines, is a member of the Religious of the Cenacle, Asia Region. She is currently missioned at the Cenacle in Macau, China S.A.R. She is a member of the Ecclesia of Women in Asia, a forum of Asian Catholic women theologians and women doing theology in Asia. She is an author of several books and articles on theology, biblical spirituality, religious formation, and consecrated life. Among her books are Images of Faith, Images of Courage, Fire Within, and Journeys of the Heart. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/07282019 to learn more about Sr. Judette, to view her video or to read her text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.
Rev. Dr. Stephen Oliver, who serves the Lord as a missionary in Taiwan and Asia Region along with his wife and children, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how he became a missionary, the work he does teaching the New Testament at China Lutheran Seminary in Hsinchu, Taiwan, and stories of the language, culture, and family life. Learn more about his work and family at lcms.org/oliver and the work being done in Asia at international.lcms.org/asia.
Firebase Summit 2018でのアップデートを中心に話しました。 Starring Daiki Matsudate(@d_date) コキチーズ(@k2wanko) Show Notes Firebase Japan User Group FJUG Osaka Google Developer Expert Firebase Summit App Dojo Firebaseの概要とFirebase Summit 2018のポイント ML Kit for Firebase Cloud Functions Google Cloud FunctionsがGo言語のサポートを発表 Cloud Firestore Asia Region Local Emulator firebase/functions-samples Using Cloud Functions to update Remote Config in near real-time Google アナリティクス開発者サービス SDK の終了 Time to Upgrade from GCM to FCM Google Analytics for Firebase Demo Project BigQuery Sandbox FJUG Join License FJUG CAST is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. Music Title: Happy and Joyful Children youtu.be/lv1YPeP1O8k Released by: Free Music www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpifMUDQ-HQNO12t7wKBmw
The Sydney Church has the honour of hosting disciples from ICOC Churches all across the South Pacific and Asia Region at the 2018 SPA Conference. This episode comes from the Day 2 main session on Saturday evening. You'll hear some good news sharing followed by a powerful lesson from Harlem Saliem.
The Sydney Church has the honour of getting to host disciples from ICOC Churches all across the South Pacific and Asia Region at the 2018 SPA Conference. This podcast is the Conference opening and welcome by the Sydney Church Elders, good news sharing from some of the Churches in the region, and the kick-off lesson for the Conference by Dave Bliley, who leads the Church in Auckland, New Zealand.
Guest Dennis Denow talks with guest host Sarah Gulseth about life as career missionary in Thailand. Learn more about the Denows, including prayer requests and birthdays, at lcms.org/denow. Today’s program is an encore from November 4, 2016.
Kevin Bates joins host Duff Watkins in discussing Risk in today's business environment and if if it is possible to protect your organisation against it. Kevin joined Lend Lease in 2004 and was appointed to his current role of Group Head of Risk and Insurance in March 2014. Prior to his current appointment, Kevin was the Head of Risk and Compliance for the Retail and Communities Business with Lend Lease in Australia, followed by the Head of Risk and Compliance for the Asia Region of Lend Lease – a role which Kevin held from 2010 to 2014. Kevin joined Lend Lease after 6+ years practising as a Corporate Finance Lawyer with a top tier international law firm in London acting on a variety of high profile international market leading transactions. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours), a Diploma of Legal Practise and a Master in Law and Arbitration, and retains a licence to practise in three jurisdictions