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WEF, Temasek’s GenZero launch initiative to scale SAF in APAC

The initiative is backed by  Boeing, Qantas Group, and Singapore Airlines.

APAC’s antimicrobial resistance-related costs to reach $904b by 2050

Investment in AMR solutions could generate US$10 to 15b in annual healthcare savings.

Japan Foods Holding warns of net loss for FY2025

The loss is attributable to weak sales, higher expenses, and impairment losses.

Philanthropy Asia Alliance launches new communities for health and climate action

The HHP Community aims to reduce preventable deaths and diseases across SEA.

CSE Global’s Q1 2025 new orders reach $155.3m

The majority of the new orders came from the communications business segment.

Asia’s climate finance remains ‘severely’ underfunded

The region faces an annual climate funding gap exceeding $1t (US$800b).

UOB and FNZ to launch new unit trust investing platform

The platform streamlines the investment process for retail and private clients.

Gates Foundation expands into Singapore with EDB support

The expansion aims to boost philanthropic partnerships across Southeast Asia.

SIAS strongly disagrees with Sinarmas Land offer valuation

It is calling for the offeror to revise their bid.

Gov’t seeks to enhance regulation of take-overs and mergers

Key proposals include protecting the competitive process for potential offerors.

EDB and TTFA launch carbon fund with initial $20m commitment

The DAF seeks to address funding challenges that typically affect early-stage carbon projects.

Singapore boosts trade links with Chile and Peru via PASFTA

Key features include tariff elimination on the majority of goods, streamlined customs procedures, among others.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.12%; Top stock is DFIRG USD

DFIRG USD is the top stock with a 5.04% increase.