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Category: Asia Pacific

  • MIL-OSI: Bridge Specialty Group acquires the assets of Tim Parkman, Inc.

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., May 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — J. Scott Penny, chief acquisitions officer of Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO), and Timothy Parkman, owner of Tim Parkman, Inc. (“TPI”), today announced that a Bridge Specialty Group company and subsidiary of Brown & Brown, Inc. has acquired the assets of TPI.

    Established in 2002, TPI is a full-service wholesale insurance brokerage located in Clinton, Mississippi. TPI was founded with a mission to provide all customers with consistently superior service while sustaining positive underwriting results. Initially focused on personal lines, TPI has expanded into commercial lines and leverages its proprietary state-of-the-art technology platform to deliver premier service to its network of over 5,000 retail agents. TPI will continue to operate from Clinton, Mississippi, under the leadership of President Mike Leach. Tim Parkman will continue with the business, providing oversight and support. Mike Leach will report to Jason Haupt, regional president of Bridge Specialty Group’s Mid-Atlantic and Delta region.

    Steve Boyd, president of Bridge Specialty Group, stated, “We are excited to welcome the TPI team to Bridge Specialty Group. TPI’s specialized product suite and broad distribution footprint in Mississippi and the Gulf States are a great complement to Bridge Specialty Group’s offerings today.”

    Tim Parkman said, “TPI has always been about people — our agents, carriers and team members. With Bridge Specialty, we’re joining an organization that shares our vision and brings added resources to help us achieve even more together. We’re incredibly excited for what lies ahead.”

    About Bridge Specialty Group, LLC

    Bridge Specialty Group is a leading global insurance wholesaler with access to over 230 admitted, excess and surplus lines and Lloyd’s markets that support over $7 billion premium book. With more than 50 locations and 2,000 teammates throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia, Bridge Specialty Group holds market recognition that enables us to connect retail partners with tailored insurance solutions through our specific practice groups, including property, casualty, executive risk, personal lines, public entity,
    transportation, workers’ compensation, Farm and Ranch and Environmental.

    About Brown & Brown, Inc.

    Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO) is a leading insurance brokerage firm providing enhanced customer-centric risk management solutions since 1939. With a global presence spanning 500+ locations and a team of more than 17,000 professionals, we are dedicated to delivering scalable, innovative strategies for our customers at every step of their growth journey. Learn more at BBrown.com.

    This press release may contain certain statements relating to future results, which are forward-looking statements, including those associated with this acquisition. These statements are not historical facts but instead represent only Brown & Brown’s current belief regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of Brown & Brown’s control. It is possible that Brown & Brown’s actual results and financial condition may differ, possibly materially, from the anticipated results and financial condition indicated in these forward-looking statements. Further information concerning Brown & Brown and its business, including factors that potentially could materially affect Brown & Brown’s financial results and condition, as well as its other achievements, is contained in Brown & Brown’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Such factors include those factors relevant to Brown & Brown’s consummation and integration of the announced acquisition, including any matters analyzed in the due diligence process and material adverse changes in the business and financial condition of the seller, the buyer, or both, and their respective customers. All forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this release, and Brown & Brown does not undertake any obligation to publicly update or correct any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that subsequently occur or of which Brown & Brown hereafter becomes aware.

    For more information:

    R. Andrew Watts
    Chief financial officer
    (386) 239-5770

    The MIL Network –

    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Ireland: Kara Owen

    Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments 3

    Press release

    Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Ireland: Kara Owen

    Ms Kara Owen has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to Ireland.

    Ms Kara Owen CMG CVO has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to Ireland in succession to Mr Paul Johnston.  Ms Owen will take up her appointment during September 2025.

    Curriculum vitae

    Full name: Kara Justine Owen

    Year Role
    July 2024 to present Projects/ pre-posting preparation with FCDO  
    2019 to 2024 Singapore, British High Commissioner  
    2016 to 2019 FCO, Director, Americas  
    2012 to 2016 Paris, Deputy Head of Mission  
    2011 to 2012 FCO, Head of Strategy and Network Department, Consular  
    2009 to 2011 FCO, Director for Diversity and Equality  
    2005 to 2009 Hanoi, Deputy Head of Mission  
    2003 to 2005 FCO, Private Secretary to the Foreign Secretary  
    2001 to 2003 FCO, Assistant Private Secretary to Junior Ministers  
    2000 to 2001 FCO, EU Policy Officer  
    1996 to 2000 Hong Kong, Vice Consul and later Vice Consul political  
    1995 to 1996 FCO, Cantonese language training  
    1993 to 1995 FCO, Joint Assistance Unit (Know How Fund)  
    1993 Joined FCO  

    Media enquiries

    Email newsdesk@fcdo.gov.uk

    Telephone 020 7008 3100

    Contact the FCDO Communication Team via email (monitored 24 hours a day) in the first instance, and we will respond as soon as possible.

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    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Lessons in service and humanity from the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

    Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

    World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day – 8 May – is a fitting moment to reflect on the immense service given by Red Cross and Red Crescent societies around the world, and by their global umbrella organization, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies – IFRC).

    The Red Cross and Red Crescent is arguably the most iconic socially-oriented global brand. Instantly recognizable, it represents first aid, medical and humanitarian support, community service, and unassuming, practical action in the face of crisis.

    Like so many others, I grew with this venerable Red Cross brand as part of the fabric of my community, my city and my country. But when I entered the world of disaster risk reduction, my relationship with the Red Cross and Red Crescent deepened as I engaged professionally with the people who make up the movement, working tirelessly for their National Societies all around the world.

    In my present role , I have the privilege to work closely with the IFRC and its inspirational Secretary-General, Jagan Chapagain, in steering the UN Secretary-General’s Early Warnings for All Initiative. It is a true privilege to be a partner in this vital undertaking. Fittingly, the IFRC leads the preparedness and response capabilities pillar – drawing on the deep community reach of all the National Societies (UNDRR leads the pillar for disaster risk knowledge; the World Meteorological Organization leads on detection, observation, monitoring, analysis, and forecasting; and the International Telecommunication Union on warning dissemination and communication).

    But this is far from my first experience with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Over the past three decades, I have worked side by side with Red Cross colleagues in more than two dozen countries, and with every interaction I’ve learnt something new.

    As I reflect on these experiences, a flood of memories returns:

    • Meeting Red Crescent Society of the Islamic Republic of Iran colleagues immediately after landing in Bam after the 2003 earthquake, and jointly launching IFRC and UN Flash Appeals.
    • Collaborating with IFRC colleagues (particularly Madeleen Helmer) during the establishment of the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre.
    • Witnessing the birth of the Maldivian Red Crescent Society in the wake of the Indian Ocean Tsunami.
    • Supporting colleagues and friends from the Nepal Red Cross Society in developing their DP-Net (Disaster Preparedness Net) – a disaster-preparedness network that paid rich dividends in the aftermath of the 2105 Gorkha earthquake.
    • Learning from the volunteers of the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS), who form the bed rock of the country’s Cyclone Preparedness Programme.
    • More recently, engaging with the Vanuatu Red Cross Society, on their leading work on post-earthquake school safety in the country’s recovery.
    • And just this week, exchanging insights with the President of the Spanish Red Cross, who told me how they mobilized the response to Valencia floods. 
    Inspiring recent encounters: With Spanish Red Cross President, Maria del Mar Pageo, and with Vanuatu Red Cross President, Moses Stevens, and Vanuatu Red Cross Secretary General, Dickinson Tevi; and with IFRC Pacific Office Head, Finau Leveni. 

    My experiences are too many to recount them all. But as I reflect on their essence, three core lessons stand out:

    1. First, each interaction with the Red Cross is a humbling experience. It is a gentle invitation to step out of policy wonkishness, reminding us what this work is ultimately about: serving communities – and especially the most vulnerable. We must keep returning to this core question: ‘Are we meeting the needs of those we serve?’
    2. Second, each interaction is always the same yet different! All National Societies are guided by the same humanitarian principles, yet each is deeply rooted in its own social, cultural, and political context. Their organizers and volunteers come from the communities they serve –giving them a superpower of local engagement and impact.
    3. And finally, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement shows that voices for societal change don’t always have to be shrill. As auxiliary institutions that work alongside governments – but on their own principled terms – Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies are unique. They get a lot done quietly and unassumingly, and as a result can often operate in contexts where most other assistance providers struggle to gain access.

    On this World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, I offer my heartfelt congratulations – and thanks – to all my colleagues and friends in the Movement. I’m deeply grateful for the chance to work alongside you.

    MIL OSI United Nations News –

    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Tender of one-year HONIA-indexed Floating Rate Notes to be held on May 14

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

    ​The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), as representative of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR Government), announced today (May 8) that a tender of 1-year HONIA-indexed Floating Rate Notes (Notes) under the Infrastructure Bond Programme will be held on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, for settlement on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

    A total of HK$1.5 billion 1-year HKD Notes will be tendered. The Notes will mature on May 15, 2026 and will carry interest indexed to the Hong Kong Dollar Overnight Index Average (HONIA), payable quarterly in arrear.

    Tender is open only to Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Anyone wishing to apply for the Notes on offer can do so through any of the Primary Dealers on the latest published list, which can be obtained from the Hong Kong Government Bonds website at www.hkgb.gov.hk. Each tender must be for an amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof. 

    Tender results will be published on the HKMA’s website, the Hong Kong Government Bonds website, Bloomberg (GBHK ) and Refinitiv (IBPGSBPINDEX). The publication time is expected to be no later than 3pm on the tender day.

    HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds tender information

    Tender information of 1-year HONIA-indexed Floating Rate Notes:
     

    Issue Number : 01GH2605001
    Stock Code : 4292 (HKGB FRN 2605)
    Tender Date and Time : Wednesday, May 14, 2025
    9.30am to 10.30am
    Issue and Settlement Date : Thursday, May 15, 2025
    Amount on Offer : HK$1.5 billion
    Issue Price : At par
    Maturity : 1 year
    Maturity Date : Friday, May 15, 2026
    Interest Rate : Indexed to the sum of the annualised compounded average of daily HONIA in each interest period and the highest accepted spread at tender, subject to a minimum of 0 per cent per interest period. Details on calculation of interest rate are available at the Institutional Issuances Information Memorandum of the Infrastructure Bond Programme and Government Sustainable Bond Programme (Information Memorandum) published on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.
    Interest Period End Dates : August 15, 2025
    November 17, 2025
    February 16, 2026
    May 15, 2026
    Interest Payment Dates : August 19, 2025
    November 19, 2025
    February 18, 2026
    May 19, 2026
    Method of Tender : Competitive tender
    Tender Amount : Each competitive tender must be for an amount of HK$50,000 or integral multiples thereof. Any tender applications for the Notes must be submitted through a Primary Dealer on the latest published list.
    Other Details : Please see the Information Memorandum available on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website or approach Primary Dealers.
    Expected commencement date of dealing on
    the Stock Exchange
    of Hong Kong Limited
    : Friday, May 16, 2025
    Use of Proceeds : The Notes will be issued under the institutional part of the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Proceeds will be invested in infrastructure projects in accordance with the Infrastructure Bond Framework published on the Hong Kong Government Bonds website.

    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Tender of 5-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on May 14

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Tender of 5-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on May 14 

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    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Tender for re-opening of 15-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on May 14

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Tender for re-opening of 15-year HKD HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds to be held on May 14 
    An additional amount of HK$0.5 billion of the outstanding 15-year Bonds (issue no. 15GB3912001) will be on offer. The Bonds will mature on December 5, 2039 and will carry interest at the rate of 3.75 per cent per annum payable semi-annually in arrear. The Indicative Pricings of the Bonds on May 8, 2025 are 104.23 with an annualised yield of 3.409 per cent.
     
    Tender is open only to Primary Dealers appointed under the Infrastructure Bond Programme. Anyone wishing to apply for the Bonds on offer can do so through any of the Primary Dealers on the latest published list, which can be obtained from the Hong Kong Government Bonds website at www.hkgb.gov.hk 
    Tender results will be published on the HKMA’s website, the Hong Kong Government Bonds website, Bloomberg (GBHK ) and Refinitiv (IBPGSBPINDEX). The publication time is expected to be no later than 3pm on the tender day.
     
    HKSAR Institutional Government Bonds Tender Information 

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    (The accrued interest to be paid for tender amount exceeding HK$50,000 may not be exactly equal to the figures calculated from the accrued interest per minimum denomination of HK$50,000 due to rounding).
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  • MIL-OSI USA: News Release: HAWAIʻI STATE COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN MOBILIZES TO STRENGTHEN STATE PROTECTIONS FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS

    Source: US State of Hawaii

    News Release: HAWAIʻI STATE COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN MOBILIZES TO STRENGTHEN STATE PROTECTIONS FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS

    Posted on May 7, 2025 in Latest Department News, Newsroom

     

    HAWAIʻI STATE COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN MOBILIZES

    TO STRENGTHEN STATE PROTECTIONS FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS

     

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                               

    May 07, 2025

    HONOLULU – The Hawaiʻi State Commission on the Status of Women (HSCSW) is announcing its ongoing commitment to protect women from harmful and regressive policies implemented by the current federal administration. Policies that are actively threatening women’s rights and well-being impact four critical areas: education, economic security, healthcare and workplace equity. Research has shown that everyday instances of sexism can negatively affect women at all levels, including matters of physical and mental health.

    “The Hawaiʻi State Commission on the Status of Women unequivocally opposes the federal administration’s assault on women’s rights and opportunities,” said Jennifer Stotter, HSCSW chair. “We are witnessing deliberate attempts to roll back hard-won protections in education, economic security, healthcare access and workplace equity. Our commission is taking decisive action to ensure that federal policies designed to marginalize women will not succeed in Hawaiʻi.”

    The commission is collaborating with state legislators, community organizations, healthcare providers, educational institutions and business leaders to develop a comprehensive framework that will strengthen state-level protections for women. This multifaceted approach includes exploring legislative options to offset federal funding reductions, expanding state programs and fostering public-private partnerships, as well as raising awareness of resources and legal rights.

    The commission has identified specific federal actions of concern, including cuts to educational programs that support women and girls; rollbacks of workplace discrimination protections; restrictions on healthcare coverage affecting women’s comprehensive health needs, and systematic dismantling of diversity initiatives that have been instrumental in advancing women in the workforce. In response, the commission is working with state agencies and community organizations to develop countermeasures that preserve these essential protections.

    “While the federal administration continues to target policies that support women’s advancement, Hawaiʻi will stand firm in its commitment to gender equity,” said HSCSW Executive Director Llasmin Chaine. “These federal actions represent a coordinated effort to undermine women’s rights, but we are equally determined to maintain the progress we’ve made and continue moving forward. No woman in Hawaiʻi should lose opportunities or protections because of regressive federal policies.”

    Key areas of commission focus include:

    • Expanding childcare subsidies and family leave policies
    • Creating state-level protections for equal pay
    • Strengthening safety net programs for immigrants and other vulnerable populations
    • Preserving Title IX protections against discrimination and sexual violence
    • Supporting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that aim to undo the effects of past discrimination (e.g., by combating biases, eliminating unjustifiable barriers and cultivating pluralism) in education, public and private sectors
    • Ensuring comprehensive healthcare access includes reproductive and maternal health services
    • Reinforcing anti-discrimination protections in employment
    • Enhancing sexual harassment prevention and reporting mechanisms
    • Promoting women in leadership positions across industries

    Local advocacy efforts have been successful in addressing the harmful and abrupt withholding of Hawaiʻi’s Title X federal family planning grant funds by U.S. HHS on March 31, with the Hawaiʻi State Senate and House budget committees approving a historic $6 million state investment in family planning services.

    The Hawaiʻi State Commission on the Status of Women is a statewide feminist government agency that works toward equality for women and girls in the state by acting as a catalyst for positive change through advocacy, education, collaboration and program development. The commission’s website is the primary vehicle for ongoing information sharing and collaboration.

     

    How you can support women’s rights:

    • Engage in microfeminism, attend local rallies and sign-waving events, or share discrimination reporting information.
      • Hawai‘i Civil Rights Commission (HCRC) enforces state laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and access to state and state-funded services. The HCRC receives, investigates, conciliates, and adjudicates complaints of discrimination. Website, Office: 808-586-8636, [email protected].
    • Write a Letter to the Editor for the Star-Advertiser or a Community Voice for Civil Beat.
    • Write to your local news outlets.
    • Lobby your state or federal legislative representatives.
    • Attend an upcoming State Commission on the Status of Women meeting or your County’s committee meeting (Hawaiʻi, Honolulu, Kauaʻi, or Maui). The next HSCSW meeting is Monday, May 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.  You can also submit testimony about any agenda item or any issue you would like to bring to the commissioners’ attention.

    If you have been negatively impacted by recent federal actions, despite your protected rights as a woman and would like to share your experience to expand the commission’s strategic efforts, please reach out via email to [email protected].

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    Media Contacts:

    Llasmin Chaine

    HSCSW Executive Director

    Email: [email protected]

    Amanda Stevens

    Department of Human Services

    Public Information Officer

    Email: [email protected]

    MIL OSI USA News –

    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI China: Philippines should stop offending China’s core interests in any form: Defense Spokesperson 2025-05-08 17:58:59 “We sternly warn the Philippine side to cease its infringements and provocations, and stop offending China’s core interests in any form,” said Chinese defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang at a press brief on Thursday.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense

      BEIJING, May 8 –“We sternly warn the Philippine side to cease its infringements and provocations,  and stop offending China’s core interests in any form,” said Chinese defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang at a press brief on Thursday.

      It is reported that during the Philippines-US “Balikatan” exercise, the Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong appeared in the waters to the north of the Philippines. Some analysts believe this might be a response to the Philippines-US military exercise, or to the Philippine patrol vessel’s entering into the waters near Huangyan Dao. Furthermore, the Philippine Navy spokesperson claimed that the Philippine military and the troops in Taiwan are only one step away from holding joint exercise.

      In response to a related query, Snr. Col. Zhang Xiaogang said that the Shandong aircraft carrier task group was conducting its annual training mission in relevant waters to further test and enhance the integrated combat capabilities of the carrier task group. It is in accordance with international law and common practice, and is not directed at any specific country or target.

      The spokesperson pointed out that certain individuals in the Philippines are colluding with external forces, such as the US, to “stir up the sea” for selfish gains, undermining peace and stability in the South China Sea region. They even attempt to play with fire on the Taiwan question.

      “We sternly warn the Philippine side to cease its infringements and provocations, and stop offending China’s core interests in any form. China will continue to take resolute and forceful measures to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests,” said Snr. Col. Zhang Xiaogang.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Xi says China, Russia to shoulder special responsibility as major countries 2025-05-08 18:37:20 China will work with Russia to shoulder the special responsibility as major countries of the world and permanent members of the UN Security Council, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Thursday.

    Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense

      MOSCOW, May 8 (Xinhua) — China will work with Russia to shoulder the special responsibility as major countries of the world and permanent members of the UN Security Council, Chinese President Xi Jinping said here Thursday.

      Xi made the remarks while holding talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during his state visit to Russia.

      At present, in the face of the countercurrent of unilateralism and the act of power politics and bullying in the world, the two sides should take a clear stand to jointly promote the correct historical perspective on World War II, safeguard the authority and status of the United Nations, resolutely defend the rights and interests of China, Russia and the vast number of developing countries, and promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization, Xi said.

      Noting that he was glad to visit Russia again at the invitation of Putin and attend the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War, Xi said that history and reality have fully proved that continuing to develop and deepen China-Russia relations is integral to carrying forward the friendship between the two peoples from generation to generation.

      It is an inevitable choice for both sides to achieve mutual success and promote their own development and revitalization, Xi said, adding that it is also the call of the times for safeguarding international fairness and justice and promoting the reform of the global governance system.

      Noting that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victories of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War and the World Anti-Fascist War, Xi said that 80 years ago, peoples of China and Russia made tremendous sacrifices and won great victories, making remarkable historic contributions to maintaining world peace and the cause of human progress. 

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  • MIL-OSI Economics: RBI imposes monetary penalty on The Jammu Central Co-operative Bank Ltd., Jammu and Kashmir

    Source: Reserve Bank of India

    The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, by an order dated May 06, 2025, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.00 lakh (Rupees One Lakh only) on The Jammu Central Co-operative Bank Ltd., Jammu and Kashmir (the bank) for non-compliance with specific directions issued by RBI under Section 35A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (BR Act). This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers conferred on RBI under the provisions of Section 47A(1)(c) read with Sections 46(4)(i) and 56 of the BR Act.

    The statutory inspection of the bank was conducted by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) with reference to its financial position as on March 31, 2023. Based on supervisory findings of non-compliance with RBI directions and related correspondence in that regard, a notice was issued to the bank advising it to show cause as to why penalty should not be imposed on it for its failure to comply with the said directions. After considering the bank’s reply to the notice and oral submissions made during the personal hearing, RBI found, inter alia, that the following charge against the bank was sustained, warranting imposition of monetary penalty:

    The bank had accepted fresh deposits in savings bank accounts in violation of specific directions issued by RBI.

    This action is based on deficiencies in regulatory compliance and is not intended to pronounce upon the validity of any transaction or agreement entered into by the bank with its customers. Further, imposition of this monetary penalty is without prejudice to any other action that may be initiated by RBI against the bank.

    (Puneet Pancholy)  
    Chief General Manager

    Press Release: 2025-2026/282

    MIL OSI Economics –

    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-Evening Report: Grattan on Friday: Bitter struggle in Liberals for likely poisoned chalice, as Jacinta Price defects from Nationals

    Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra

    By late last week it was clear Labor would win the election, but it came as more of a surprise when Peter Dutton lost the Queensland seat of Dickson he’d held since 2001.

    Nor did many anticipate Greens leader Adam Bandt, member for Melbourne since 2010, would be swept away, in a lower house rout that has seen the minor party stripped of three of its four House of Representative seats.

    Both the Liberals and the Greens are in existential moments, in need of new leaders and some painful introspection’s about their future directions.

    Thinking back to the Liberal experience after Kevin Rudd’s 2007 victory, some wonder why anyone would be putting up their hand for the party leadership.

    The Liberals churned through three leaders between 2007 and 2009. Brendan Nelson took over the party after Labor’s victory; undermined by Malcolm Turnbull, he lasted less than a year. Turnbull survived just over a year before being ousted by Tony Abbott.

    Admittedly the experience of Peter Dutton was different – he was given a full term as opposition leader.

    But the chances of Dutton’s successor becoming prime minister will be very low. With the added seats Labor has won, the Liberals are looking at a two-term strategy. The odds are on more than one leader, and generational change, in that time. Tim Wilson, 45, who has won back Goldstein, obviously has his eye on the prize in the longer term.

    Despite all the disincentives, Sussan Ley, 63, and Angus Taylor, 58, both want this thankless post that’s up for grabs at Tuesday’s party meeting.

    The battle has turned into a fight over negatives as much as positives. Supporters of Ley say Taylor did a dreadful job as shadow treasurer, including not producing a tax policy. The Taylor camp argues Ley, the deputy leader, under-performed generally.

    Both contenders hold regional NSW electorates. Taylor’s support base is the conservative wing of the party; Leys’ is the moderate wing. The relative weightings of the factions in the Liberal party room has changed somewhat as a result of the election, in the favour of the moderates.

    For those Liberal MPs whose votes are not tightly locked in by factional allegiances, there are multiple questions they need to consider.

    Who will be able to keep the party together, while forcing it to face up to what changes it must make, and driving a major overhaul of policy? Who can improve the Liberals’ standing with women, and with younger voters? Who can better handle the relationship with the Nationals?

    On the last point, anyone who might think it would be best to break the Coalition is, I believe, misguided. Going it alone didn’t work in the 1970s and the 1980s. Different as they may be, the Liberals and Nationals are, electorally, two parts of a whole.

    They need their collective numbers to win and they’re better to stay together in opposition, to make the partnership in government work. But the relationship may be rocky.

    At the election, the Nationals retained almost all their seats and will have a relatively bigger voice from now on.

    On Thursday, however, their highest profile senator, Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, jumped from the Nationals to the Liberals. She said she thought she could be more effective in the Liberals, “especially as the party faces a significant rebuild […] I feel obliged to play a robust part in”.

    This was a concerted move from the right, and will play into the leadership contest in an as-yet unclear way. With speculation that she might run as Taylor’s deputy, Price was asked on Sky on Thursday night she would be willing to be drafted for a position. “I will not put limitations on myself,” she said.

    For the Liberals, there is absolutely no silver lining from this election. The Greens can take some comfort in the fact they’ve retained their numbers (11) in the Senate, with only a small fall in their Senate vote. On the projected results, the Greens are set to be the sole negotiators with the government in the Senate on legislation opposed by the Coalition.

    Who will become leader is still an open question, with South Australian veteran Senator Sarah Hanson-Young, deputy leader Mehreen Faruqi, and the party’s Senate leader, Larissa Waters, mentioned. Whoever gets the post, the leadership will return to the Senate, where it always was until Bandt obtained the position in early 2020.

    Post election, Anthony Albanese has continued his fierce pre-election attack on the Greens. “What I hope comes out of the new Senate is a bit of a recognition that one of the reasons why the Greens political party have had a bad outcome in the election is the view that they simply combined with the Coalition in what I termed the ‘noalition’, to provide blockages, and that occurred across a range of portfolios, housing, treasury, as well as environment,” he told the ABC.

    Albanese was particularly scathing about Greens housing spokesman Max Chandler-Mather who lost his seat and criticised parliament as a “sick place”.

    “Maybe what he needs is a mirror and a reflection on why he’s no longer in parliament. […] This is a guy who stood before signs at a CFMEU rally in Brisbane describing me as a Nazi.”

    Bob Brown, the Greens’ inaugural leader from 2005 to 2012, describes Albanese’s comments as “ungracious” in “his moment of glory”.

    While the Greens’ pro-Palestinian position came under much criticism, Brown strongly defends it, declaring it “honorable”.

    Brown, speaking to The Conversation, says the Greens will be in an extraordinarily powerful position in the Senate, and their “environmental origins will  come back to the fore”. He urges the Greens to “have deaf ears to calls for the Senate to be a rubber stamp”. The Constitution, he says, has the Senate with equal powers with the house except on money matters.

    Brown predicts the Greens will be “resurgent” at the next election.  His strongest message is directed squarely at the government. “The Greens should never direct preferences to Labor again – because Labor takes preferences with one hand and stabs the Greens with the other.”

    Like the new Liberal leader, Bandt’s successor will inherit a party at a fork in the road. Does it become more militant or more moderate, more confrontational in its dealing with the government, or as transactional as possible?

    Bandt’s hope of the Greens power-sharing with a Labor government in the lower house has evaporated. So how does the party use what power it has in the Senate, while trying to put itself in the best position to avoid going further backwards at the next election?

    Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. Grattan on Friday: Bitter struggle in Liberals for likely poisoned chalice, as Jacinta Price defects from Nationals – https://theconversation.com/grattan-on-friday-bitter-struggle-in-liberals-for-likely-poisoned-chalice-as-jacinta-price-defects-from-nationals-255634

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Fraudulent website and internet banking login screen related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

    The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to a press release issued by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited relating to a fraudulent website and an internet banking login screen, which have been reported to the HKMA. A hyperlink to the press release is available on the HKMA website.
     
    The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks’ websites to carry out transactions. They will not ask customers for sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or one-time password, by phone, email or SMS (including via embedded hyperlinks).
     
    Anyone who has provided his or her personal information, or who has conducted any financial transactions, through or in response to the website or login screen concerned, should contact the bank using the contact information provided in the press release, and report the matter to the Police by contacting the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force at 2860 5012.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Speech by SCED at 6G Global Summit 2025 (English only)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Speech by SCED at 6G Global Summit 2025 (English only) 
    Mr Kondo (Secretary General of the Asia-Pacific Telecommunity, Mr Masanori Kondo), Mr Macfarlane (Chief Executive Officer of Forum Global, Mr Bruce Macfarlane), distinguished guests, our friends and partners from the global telecommunications community, ladies and gentlemen,
     
         Good morning. It is a great pleasure to welcome you all today at the 6G Global Summit 2025, hosted for the very first time here in the Asia-Pacific region.
     
    The 6G Global Summit
     
         This Summit marks a pivotal moment for the global telecommunications industry. While 5G has been a progressive step in the history of telecommunications development, delivering faster data speeds, lower latency, and wider coverage, the rapid pace of technological advancements compels us to think ahead and look beyond 5G, to prepare for the next transformative leap to 6G.
     
         This is why we are all here today, thinking ahead of what 6G exactly is – the technology and standardisation; what 6G will bring about – the potentials and benefits, and how it will transform or even reform our industry and society; and when will it happen; as well as what we need to prepare for the underlying challenges, such as the sustainability and accessibility of the technology. In the next two days, with hundreds of experts and top industry leaders here, in person and online, I am sure that we would be able to come up with brilliant ideas through fruitful discussions and exchanges in this Summit, which will shape the future of connectivity for the years to come.
     
    Hong Kong, a pioneer in telecommunications technology
     
         Being able to host the 6G Global Summit for the first time ever in Hong Kong not only reflects our city’s long-standing stature as a global and regional telecommunications hub, it also underscores our commitment to driving innovation and fostering collaboration in this transformative field. Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to play a leading role in the development of 6G.
     
         Our city’s telecommunications market is one of the most advanced and dynamic in the world, with a proven track record of embracing innovation and driving connectivity. Allow me to share some highlights that showcase Hong Kong’s readiness to contribute to the global 6G journey. Since the full liberalisation of our telecommunications market in 2003, we have successfully created a level playing field that encourages competition, growth and innovation, enabling our citizens to enjoy a wide range of world-class telecommunications infrastructure and services. Hong Kong has already achieved territory-wide 5G coverage with about 8 million users, representing over 105 per cent of the population last year. Our 5G availability ranks first in the Asia-Pacific region. With our extensive network infrastructure, our fibre-to-the-home or building penetration rate is around 90 per cent, placing us in the top five globally according to a report issued by the Fibre to the Home Council Europe in March 2025. This robust infrastructure serves as a strong foundation for 6G deployment and reflects our ability to support cutting-edge applications and services. We also lead the world in mobile voice affordability, rank second globally in mobile broadband affordability and seventh in fixed broadband affordability, ensuring our telecommunications services are affordable and accessible to all. These achievements are not just about numbers; they also reflect our readiness to embrace the future of telecommunications.
     
    HKSARG’s commitment to innovation and 6G development
     
         Notwithstanding the above accomplishments, we will not be complacent or stop there. The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSARG) is fully committed to fostering a conducive environment that drives technological advancement and prepares us for the 6G era. In this regard, we are already planning ahead and taking concrete action to embrace 6G development. To name a few, we became the first city in the world to auction radio spectrum in the 6/7 GHz band last November, which is a critical step in preparing for the deployment of 6G mobile communications services, demonstrating our proactive approach to adopt and enable the next-generation technologies.
     
         Our major mobile network operators in Hong Kong have already actively commenced testing and successfully validating 5G-Advanced, commonly known as 5.5G, network in various applications, for example, in large-scale drone shows, world class sport events, etc. Such technology allows us to create a smarter connected network, facilitate businesses in monitoring operations in real-time, share data more efficiently, and analyse collected images and information through advanced platforms.
     
         We also see great potential in developing low-altitude economy, with its wide applicability in different areas and various industries, thereby injecting new impetus into Hong Kong’s economy. The success of this initiative requires sound infrastructure, particularly a comprehensive, stable and efficient communications network. As Hong Kong is well covered by 5G network and progressing into 5.5G as mentioned just now, the city is well-positioned to support this development. We are also proactively exploring further facilitation measures from a telecommunications perspective to support the development of low-altitude economy.
     
         Beyond terrestrial networks, we see Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites as a game-changer in telecommunications. With their low latency, high transmission rates and cost efficiency, LEO satellites are transforming industries worldwide. To strengthen Hong Kong’s competitiveness in this field, the Government is conducting a study to streamline relevant licensing procedures for LEO satellites, with a view to attracting global operators, talent and investment to establish Hong Kong as a hub for satellite innovation. Recently, we have also seen exciting collaboration between LEO satellite operators and our mobile network operators on satellite-mobile connectivity. This is all happening in Hong Kong, and we welcome our partners from the Mainland and other parts of the world to join us in transforming new telecommunications technology into promising innovative applications that enhance the quality of life, thereby benefitting the general public as a whole.
     
         We will spare no effort in continuing our betterment to create an ideal environment to embrace the 6G era. To turn excellence into perfection, achieving this vision will require collaboration on a global scale. Platforms like the 6G Global Summit are essential for uniting brilliant minds from around the world, fostering innovation, and collectively shaping the future of telecommunications.
     
    Closing remarks
     
         Today’s Summit is a testament to the critical role that collaboration plays in driving the future of telecommunications. As we gather here today, let us not forget the importance of collaboration. The development of 6G will require unprecedented partnerships, including governments, industries, academia, and organisations like those present here today must work hand in hand to ensure that 6G networks are inclusive, sustainable and transformative.
     
         Hong Kong is proud to play a pivotal role in this transformative journey. Hosting this inaugural 6G Global Summit in the Asia-Pacific region reflects our city’s commitment to innovation and collaboration. It is through gatherings like this that we can spark bold ideas and partnerships to shape the future of connectivity for generations to come.
     
         Today, we are honoured to welcome over 600 guests from around the globe. Your presence is the key to the success of the Summit. I hope you could also take a moment to enjoy what Hong Kong has to offer. Wishing you all a pleasant stay in Hong Kong. Thank you.
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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Appeal for information on missing man in Lantau North (with photo)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Appeal for information on missing man in Lantau North (with photo) 
    LAW Siu-hang, aged 70, went missing after he left his residence in Yat Tung Estate on May 2 morning. His family made a report to Police yesterday (May 7).
     
    He is about 1.5 metres tall, 60 kilograms in weight and of thin build. He has a pointed face with yellow complexion and long white hair, and with tattoos on his abdomen and arms. He was last seen wearing a blue vest jacket, apricot trousers and white flip flops.
     
    Anyone who knows the whereabouts of the missing man or may have seen him is urged to contact the Regional Missing Persons Unit of New Territories South on 3661 1176 or 9689 6212 or email to rmpu-nts-2@police.gov.hk, or contact any police station.
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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Chief Executive approves chairmanship of HKEX

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Chief Executive approves chairmanship of HKEX 
         The approval was made under the Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO) (Cap. 571). The conclusion of Mr Tong’s chairmanship will coincide with the completion of his term of appointment as a member of the Board of Directors of the HKEX at the end of the 2027 Annual General Meeting of the HKEX.
     
         The Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, said, “Under the leadership of Mr Tong, the HKEX took forward various reforms, including enhancing the listing vetting process, implementing the specialist technology listing channel, establishing the Technology Enterprises Channel, and launching the trading arrangement under severe weather. I am confident that with Mr Tong’s leadership, the HKEX will continuously  
         Mr Tong was re-elected as Chairman of the HKEX by the directors at the board meeting on April 30, 2025. The HKEX is a recognised exchange controller under the SFO. Section 69(1) of the SFO provides that no person shall be the chairman of a company which is a recognised exchange controller unless he has the approval in writing of the Chief Executive.
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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Government posts notice of land acquisition for public housing development near Chai Wan Swimming Pool, Chai Wan

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         The Lands Department today (May 8) posted a notice in accordance with section 4 of the Land Acquisition (Possessory Title) Ordinance (Chapter 130) for the acquisition of land for a public housing development near Chai Wan Swimming Pool, Chai Wan.

         The land with an area of about 23 square metres will be acquired. The said land will vest in the Government upon the expiry of a period of three months from the date of affixing the notice (i.e. August 9).

         The Government will closely liaise with the affected parties and handle compensation matters.

         The public housing development near Chai Wan Swimming Pool, Chai Wan, will provide about 2 700 public housing units with the earliest population intake anticipated in 2034.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Revised SHAKTI Policy for Coal Allocation to Power Sector

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 08 MAY 2025 12:09PM by PIB Delhi

    The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) in the meeting held on 07.05.2025, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has accorded its approval for the Revised SHAKTI (Scheme for Harnessing and Allocating Koyala Transparently in India) Policy for Coal Allocation to Power Sector. The Revised SHAKTI Policy adds to the series of coal sector reforms being undertaken by the Government.

    With the introduction of SHAKTI Policy in 2017, there was a paradigm shift of coal allocation mechanism from a nomination-based regime to a more transparent way of allocation of coal linkages through auction / tariff-based bidding. Now, the multiple paras of the SHAKTI Policy, for coal linkage, have been mapped to only two Windows in the Revised SHAKTI Policy, aligning with the spirit of ease of doing business, encouraging competition, efficiency, better use of capacity, seamless pit head thermal capacity addition and affordable power to the country.

    The current revision with innovative features will further enhance the scope and impact of the SHAKTI policy and support the power sector through

    • Greater flexibility
    • Wider eligibility and
    • Better accessibility to coal

    The new policy will ensure coal linkage to all power producers leading to generation of more power, cheaper tariffs and an overall positive impact on the economy, thereby leading to increased employment generation potential. The reliable and affordable power supply to various sectors would catalyze economic activities and support the Atmanirbhar Bharat Initiative. The increased availability of domestic coal, in a simplified manner would also facilitate the revival of remaining stressed power assets. The linkage coal can now be used for generating power from Un-requisitioned Surplus (URS) capacity, for sale in power markets, which will not only deepen power markets by increasing availability of power in power exchanges but will also ensure optimum utilization of generating stations.

    Further, the new linkages offered to the power sector would increase the coal availability for the power sector and increase the mining activities in the coal bearing regions resulting in generation of higher revenue to the State Governments which can be utilized for development of these regions and local population in general. The policy would encourage pit head thermal capacity addition and facilitate imported coal substitution in the Imported Coal Based (ICB) plants that can secure domestic coal thereby reducing their import coal dependency. 

    Following are the provisions of the Revised SHAKTI Policy.  

    For grant of fresh coal linkages to Thermal Power Plants of Central Sector/State Sector/ Independent Power Producers (IPPs), following two windows have been approved under the Revised SHAKTI policy:

    1. Coal Linkage to Central Gencos/States at Notified price: Window–I
    2. Coal Linkage to all Gencos at a Premium above Notified price: Window–II

    Window-I (coal at notified price):

    1. Existing mechanism for grant of coal linkage to Central Sector Thermal Power Projects (TPPs) including Joint Ventures (JVs) & their subsidiaries would  continue.
    2. Coal linkages to be earmarked to States and to an agency authorized by group of States as per existing mechanism, on the recommendation of Ministry of Power. Coal linkage earmarked to States may be utilized by States in its own Genco, IPPs to be identified through TBCB or existing IPPs having PPA under Section 62 of the Electricity Act, 2003 for setting up of a new expansion unit having PPA under Section 62.

    Window-II (premium over notified price):

    Any domestic coal-based power producer having PPA or untied and also Imported coal-based power plants (if they so require) can secure coal on auction basis for a period upto 12 months or for the period of more than 12 months upto 25 years by paying premium above the notified price and providing the power plants the flexibility to sell the electricity as per their choice.

    This Revised SHAKTI Policy would maximize domestic coal utilization, ensure seamless thermal capacity addition, reduce dependence for coal on global markets, reinforce nation’s energy independence aligning with Government’s push for Energy Security for All.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Hong Kong hosts first 6G Global Summit in Asia-Pacific region to explore future of next-generation communications (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Hong Kong hosts first 6G Global Summit in Asia-Pacific region to explore future of next-generation communications  
    With the support of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, the Communications Authority (CA), which is the statutory regulator for the telecommunications industry, is hosting the Summit in a hybrid format today and tomorrow (May 9). The prominent international conference attracted over 600 participants from more than 80 countries, including high-level representatives from policymakers, regulatory bodies, international organisations, telecommunications operators and corporations, as well as industry experts and scholars.
     
    In his keynote speech at the Summit, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, said that Hong Kong’s hosting of the Summit not only reflects the city’s long-standing stature as a global and regional telecommunications hub, but also underscores the Government’s commitment to driving innovation and fostering collaboration in this transformative field.
     
    Mr Yau highlighted Hong Kong’s highly acclaimed position in leading the development of 6G, with the city’s telecommunications market being one of the most advanced and dynamic in the world and having a proven track record of embracing innovation and driving connectivity. He also shared with the audience Hong Kong’s various achievements in telecommunications, which showcase the city’s readiness to embrace the future of telecommunications.
     
    Mr Yau stressed that the Government is fully committed to fostering a conducive environment that drives technological advancement and prepares Hong Kong for the 6G era. These include releasing suitable spectrum through auctions to support the development of advanced mobile communication services, exploring further facilitation measures from telecommunications perspectives to support the development of the low-altitude economy, and conducting a review on streamlining the licensing procedures of Low Earth Orbit satellites to enhance Hong Kong’s competitiveness in satellite development.
     
    Addressing the opening ceremony this morning, the Director-General of Communications, Mr Chaucer Leung, said that the first set of technical standards for 6G is expected to be finalised in 2029 so that commercial service can be introduced in 2030, adding that the Summit serves as an opportunity for the participants to delve into various key aspects of 6G and have better preparation for it.
     
    Delivering his keynote speech in the afternoon session, the Chairman of the CA, Mr Jenkin Suen, outlined the roles and functions of the CA, and emphasised Hong Kong’s unique role as the gateway between Mainland China and the rest of the world. “Being a telecommunications hub in the Asia-Pacific region and a gateway to Mainland China, Hong Kong is an ideal place for exploring, developing and deploying the new generation of mobile technology,” Mr Suen said.
     
    Over the two days, the Summit will feature discussions on the key priorities shaping 6G developments, including standardisation, technological innovations, sustainability and potential applications, as well as the strategic role of the Asia-Pacific region and the opportunities presented by a more connected and intelligent global network. In addition to the main programme, the Summit also includes a networking reception hosted by the Communications Association of Hong Kong. Details of the Summit are available at www.global6gsummit.com 
    First held as a virtual conference in 2022 by Forum Global, the Summit has entered its fourth edition this year. The previous two editions were held in Bahrain in 2023 and the United Kingdom in 2024.
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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: CENJOWS hosts MRSAM-India Eco-System Summit 2.0

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 08 MAY 2025 10:44AM by PIB Delhi

    The Centre for Joint Warfare Studies (CENJOWS), in collaboration with Aerospace Services India (ASI) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), successfully hosted the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) India Eco-System Summit 2.0 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on May 07, 2025. The day-long summit brought together key stakeholders from India’s defence eco-system, highlighting collaborative achievements and future possibilities in enhancing the country’s air & missile defence capabilities under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India initiatives.

    The event witnessed participation from senior representatives of the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Armed Forces, DRDO, Bharat Electronics Limited, Bharat Dynamics Limited, and leading Indian defence manufacturers. The participants voiced a shared commitment to elevate India’s position as a global hub for advanced defence systems, with ASI reaffirming its vision to become India’s premier defence service provider.

    The inaugural session was presided over by senior MoD officials and addressed by key industry leaders, focusing on the growing synergy between Indian and Israeli defence sectors. Key sessions of the summit included:

    • Panel discussions on operational readiness and self-reliance in missile systems.
    • Technology showcases featuring AI-powered service management systems like STORMS developed by ASI.
    • Industry interactions on building India’s long-term capability in indigenous defence manufacturing.

    The summit emphasised the achievements of ASI-IAI’s wholly-owned Indian subsidiary, which plays a critical role in providing technical representation, life-cycle support, and local manufacturing for the MRSAM system and its associated subsystems such as the BARAK 8 missile and Air Defence Fire Control Radar. It underscored the importance of establishing a resilient and future-ready air defence infrastructure through sustained collaboration, capability development, and localised innovation. 

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Singapore ETO enhances ties with Laos (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         The Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Singapore (Singapore ETO) concluded an official visit to Vientiane, the capital of Laos, between May 6 and 7 (Vientiane time). The visit aimed to deepen understanding and collaboration with the Laotian government and business sectors, while further strengthening bilateral relations in trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.

         Upon arrival on May 6, the Director of the Singapore ETO, Mr Owin Fung, met with the Director-General of the Department of Asia-Pacific and Africa, Laos’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr Bounthanongsack Chanthalath, to introduce Hong Kong’s latest developments. Both sides exchanged views on the current economic and geopolitical landscape, and explored opportunities to further enhance co-operation and deepen the Hong Kong – Laos bilateral relations.

         Members of the Singapore ETO also visited Vientiane Secondary School to learn about the implementation of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed between the school and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The MOU, announced by the Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, last July during his visit to the school, offers a dedicated scholarship programme for outstanding students at Vientiane Secondary School.

         On May 7, the Singapore ETO organised a business seminar and networking event “Business and Investment Opportunities in Hong Kong – Gateway to Greater Bay Area” in collaboration with Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). The event attracted about 70 local business leaders and investors, including executive committee members of the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI) and the Lao Chinese Chamber of Commerce (LCCC), which were the event’s supporting organisations. The Commissioner for the Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Ms Maisie Chan, also participated in the event. 

         In his opening remarks, Mr Fung emphasised Hong Kong’s position as a leading international financial, trading, and logistics hub under the “one country, two systems” framework. He reiterated Hong Kong’s strong commitment to multilateralism and free trade.

         Other speakers included Assistant Commissioner for the Development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Miss Cathy Li; the Head of Investment Promotion (Singapore Office), InvestHK, Mr Melvin Lee; and the Director of Indochina at the HKTDC, Ms Tina Phan. They shared insights into Hong Kong’s latest investment climate and opportunities in Hong Kong and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), Hong Kong’s role as a “super-connector” and a “super value-adder” between the GBA and Laos, as well as the range of support services available to Laotian enterprises. Following the seminar, representatives of Singapore ETO, the GBA Development Office, the LNCCI and the LCCC had a networking lunch to explore avenues for stronger co-operation in trade and commerce.

         Later that afternoon, Ms Chan and Mr Fung had a working meeting with the Permanent Secretary, Laos Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Dr Buavanh Vilavong. Both sides expressed confidence in the partnership between Hong Kong and Laos business communities which would promote greater regional integration and sustainable economic growth. Mr Fung also sought continued support for Hong Kong’s accession to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership. 

         Before the end of the duty visit, Ms Chan and Mr Fung paid a courtesy call on the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Ms Fang Hong, to introduce respectively the GBA Development Office’s latest work and Singapore ETO’s efforts and achievements in liaising with the Laos government, business sector and community. Mr Fung also thanked the Embassy for its continuous care and assistance to Hong Kong people in Laos and Hong Kong enterprises investing in Laos.

                        

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HKMA’s Response to US Fed’s Interest Rate Decision

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The following is issued on behalf of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority:

    The Federal Open Market Committee of the United States Federal Reserve (the Fed) announced early today (May 8, Hong Kong time) after its two-day meeting that it had decided to keep the target range for the federal funds rate unchanged at 4.25-4.5 per cent.
        
    The policy decision is in line with market expectations. The series of tariff measures recently announced by the US authorities have further increased uncertainty about US inflation and economic growth outlook. The Fed therefore is adopting a patient approach to its monetary policy. 
     
    In Hong Kong, the monetary and financial markets have continued to operate in an orderly manner. The recent strengthening of the Hong Kong dollar, mainly driven by equity-related demands and the appreciation of regional currencies against the US dollar, has triggered the strong-side Convertibility Undertaking (CU) of HK$7.75 to US$1 under the Linked Exchange Rate System (LERS). The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) sold Hong Kong dollars to the market in exchange for US dollars in accordance with the LERS, and the Aggregate Balance increased accordingly, leading to more ample Hong Kong dollar liquidity and lower interbank interest rates. Going forward, Hong Kong dollar interbank rates will be affected by the supply and demand of Hong Kong dollar as well as the Hong Kong dollar liquidity condition and other factors, especially in the shorter tenors.
     
    The markets are expected to focus on developments relating to US tariff measures and the US interest rate path, both of which are subject to considerable uncertainty. Global financial markets would inevitably be affected and exhibit volatility. The public should carefully assess and manage risks when making property purchase, investment or borrowing decisions. The HKMA will continue to closely monitor market developments and maintain monetary and financial stability.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Appointment of non-permanent judge from another common law jurisdiction of Court of Final Appeal

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The following is issued on behalf of the Judiciary:
     
    Chief Justice Andrew Cheung, Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal, today (May 8) welcomed the acceptance by the Chief Executive of the recommendation of the Judicial Officers Recommendation Commission on the appointment of the Honourable Sir William Gillow Gibbes Austen Young as a non-permanent judge from another common law jurisdiction of the Court of Final Appeal. The Chief Justice noted that the Government would be seeking the endorsement of the Legislative Council of the recommended appointment.
     
    The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal Ordinance (Cap. 484) provides for a list of non-permanent Hong Kong judges and a list of judges from other common law jurisdictions. Currently, there are four non-permanent Hong Kong judges and five non-permanent judges from other common law jurisdictions. The maximum number of non-permanent judges is 30. In hearing and determining an appeal, the Court of Final Appeal is constituted by five judges, i.e. the Chief Justice, three permanent judges and one non-permanent Hong Kong judge or one non-permanent judge from another common law jurisdiction.

    The recommended appointment of Sir William Young to the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal will increase the number of non-permanent judges from other common law jurisdictions from five to six. This will provide greater flexibility in dealing with the caseload of the Court of Final Appeal.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Global Leaders Unite at UN Vesak 2025 to Champion Buddhist Values for Peace and Sustainability

    Source: Government of India

    Global Leaders Unite at UN Vesak 2025 to Champion Buddhist Values for Peace and Sustainability

    Buddhism is the Ethical Foundation for a Just and Non-Discriminatory Society- Shri Ramdas Athawale – Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment

    Global Buddhist Voices Call for Compassion, Education, and Environmental Action

    Vajrayana Buddhist monks from India performed a prayer chanting ceremony with profound spiritual meaning

    Posted On: 07 MAY 2025 9:30PM by PIB Delhi

    The Vietnam Buddhist Academy in Ho Chi Minh City marked the second day of the United Nations Vesak 2025 celebrations with a profound display of spiritual unity and global cooperation. Leaders from 85 countries gathered to reflect on this year’s theme: “Solidarity and Tolerance for Human Dignity: Buddhist Wisdom for World Peace and Sustainable Development.”

    Shri Ramdas Athawale, Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment of India, emphasized the transformative potential of Buddhist principles in promoting justice, equality, and compassion in modern societies.

    Speakers from across continents underscored the relevance of Buddhist wisdom in addressing pressing global challenges. Messages ranged from the role of Buddhist education in modern times, to environmental advocacy, mental health, and the importance of nurturing the younger generation to carry forward the light of the Dharma.

    The program continued with messages and speeches from leaders of international Buddhist organizations, focusing on clarifying the main theme of this year’s Great Festival.

    In the beginning of the program, Vajrayana Buddhist monks from India performed a prayer chanting ceremony with profound spiritual meaning. The ceremony symbolizes the spirit of harmony, respect, solidarity among Buddhist traditions in the international community. After the prayer service, the plenary session continued with speeches from leaders and government representatives from many countries. The leaders appreciated the role of Buddhist thought in building harmonious and compassionate societies and responding to global challenges such as war, poverty and climate change.

    Most Venerable Thich Thien Nhon – Deputy Supreme Patriarch, Chairman of the Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, Chairman of the National Committee for Vesak 2025 attended with leaders of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, representatives of Buddhist organizations and scholars from 85 countries and territories.

    Venerable Jeong Beom – Acting Chairman of Overseas Affairs Headquarters, Korea, delivered a message “Affirming the importance of global cooperation and solidarity among Buddhist traditions.” Associate Prof. Karsai Gábor Zsolt – Rector of Dharma Gate Buddhist College, Hungary, delivered the message “Promoting the role of Buddhist education in modern times.” Guerrero Diañez – President of the Spanish Buddhist Association, delivered the message “Sharing hope in the young generation that will continue the light of Buddhism in the West.”

    Gerhard Weissgrab – President of the Austrian Buddhist Union, delivered the message “Call for practical action for the environment and world peace.” Ricardo Vieira Sasaki – Director of the Nālandā Buddhist Studies Center, Brazil, delivered the message “Emphasizing the healing power of Buddhism for community mental health.” Associate Prof. Edi Ramawijaya Putra – President of the Indonesian Association of Higher Buddhist Education, delivered the message “Proposal to enhance exchange and cooperation in regional Buddhist education.” Mr. Egil Lothe – Former President of the Norwegian Buddhist Federation, Member of the ICDV International Executive Committee, delivered the message “Emphasizing Vesak as a symbol of global Buddhist connection.

     

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    Sunil Kumar Tiwari

    pibculture[at]gmail[dot]com

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Senior judicial appointment: non-permanent judge from another common law jurisdiction of the Court of Final Appeal

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, has accepted the recommendation of the Judicial Officers Recommendation Commission (JORC) on the appointment of the Honourable Sir William Gillow Gibbes Austen Young as a non-permanent judge from another common law jurisdiction of the Court of Final Appeal. Subject to the endorsement of the Legislative Council, the Chief Executive will make the appointment under Article 88 of the Basic Law and section 9 of the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal Ordinance (Cap. 484).

    Mr Lee said, “I am pleased to accept the JORC’s recommendation on the appointment of Sir William Young as a non-permanent judge from another common law jurisdiction of the Court of Final Appeal. Sir William Young retired from the judicial office of Permanent Judge of the Supreme Court of New Zealand, New Zealand’s final court of appeal, in April 2022. He is a judge of eminent standing and reputation. I am confident that he will contribute substantively to the Court of Final Appeal.

         “With the appointment of Sir William Young, the list of non-permanent judges from other common law jurisdictions will consist of six eminent judges from the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. The presence of these esteemed overseas jurists as non-permanent judges of the Court of Final Appeal is a manifestation of the independence of the Judiciary in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as protected by the Basic Law. Their participation demonstrates a high degree of confidence in the HKSAR’s judicial system, and enables Hong Kong to maintain strong links with other common law jurisdictions. I am fully confident that these distinguished jurists from overseas with profound judicial experience will remain as a unique strength of the HKSAR’s judicial system.”  
     
    Article 90 of the Basic Law and section 7A of the Ordinance provide that the Chief Executive shall obtain the endorsement of the Legislative Council on the appointment of judges of the Court of Final Appeal. The Government will seek the endorsement of the Legislative Council of the recommended appointment in due course.

    The curriculum vitae of Sir William Young is at the Annex.

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    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: SCED to visit Beijing

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    SCED to visit Beijing 
         Mr Yau will proceed to Qatar on May 10. The Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Dr Bernard Chan, will be the Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development during Mr Yau’s absence.
    Issued at HKT 12:00

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: PAKISTAN’S BID TO ESCALATE NEGATED – PROPORTIONATE RESPONSE BY INDIA

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 08 MAY 2025 2:34PM by PIB Delhi

    During the Press Briefing on Operation SINDOOR on 07 May 2025, India had called its response as focused, measured and non-escalatory. It was specifically mentioned that Pakistani military establishments had not been targeted. It was also reiterated that any attack on military targets in India will invite a suitable response.

    On the night of 07-08 May 2025, Pakistan attempted to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India including Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, using drones and missiles. These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter UAS Grid and Air Defence systems. The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks.

    Today morning Indian Armed Forces targeted Air Defence Radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with same intensity as Pakistan. It has been reliably learnt that an Air Defence system at Lahore has been neutralised.

    Pakistan has increased the intensity of its unprovoked firing across the Line of Control using Mortars and heavy calibre Artillery in areas in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri sectors in Jammu and Kashmir.

    Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing. Here too, India was compelled to respond to bring Mortar and Artillery fire from Pakistan to a halt.

    Indian Armed Forces reiterate their commitment to non-escalation, provided it is respected by the Pakistani military.

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    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Red flag hoisted at Ting Kau Beach

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Attention TV/radio announcers:

    Please broadcast the following as soon as possible:

    Here is an item of interest to swimmers.

    The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (May 8) that the Environmental Protection Department has classified the water quality at Ting Kau Beach in Tsuen Wan District as Grade 4, which means the beach is not suitable for swimming. The red flag has been hoisted. Beachgoers are advised not to swim at the beach until further notice.

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    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meeting with Secretaries of Government of India

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 08 MAY 2025 2:17PM by PIB Delhi

    The Prime Minister today chaired a high-level meeting with Secretaries of various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India to review national preparedness and inter-ministerial coordination in light of recent developments concerning national security.

    PM Modi stressed the need for seamless coordination among ministries and agencies to uphold operational continuity and institutional resilience.

    PM reviewed the planning and preparation by ministries to deal with the current situation. 

    Secretaries have been directed to undertake a comprehensive review of their respective ministry’s operations and to ensure fool-proof functioning of essential systems, with special focus on readiness, emergency response, and internal communication protocols.

    Secretaries detailed their planning with a Whole of Government approach in the current situation.

    All ministries have identified their actionables in relation to the conflict and are strengthening processes. Ministries are ready to deal with all kinds of emerging situations.

    A range of issues were discussed during the meeting. These included, among others, strengthening of civil defence mechanisms, efforts to counter misinformation and fake news, and ensuring the security of critical infrastructure. Ministries were also advised to maintain close coordination with state authorities and ground-level institutions.

    The meeting was attended by the Cabinet Secretary, senior officials from the Prime Minister’s Office, and Secretaries from key ministries including Defence, Home Affairs, External Affairs, Information & Broadcasting, Power, Health, and Telecommunications.

    The Prime Minister called for continued alertness, institutional synergy, and clear communication as the nation navigates a sensitive period. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to national security, operational preparedness, and citizen safety.

     

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Great Entertainment Group partners with Mast International from Korea to expand Hong Kong operations, boosting job creation and business partnerships (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         â€‹Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) announced today (May 8) that a long-term local entertainment business, Great Entertainment Group (GEG), has created a new joint venture – Harbour Mast Productions Limited – with Mast International, a Korean entertainment business in Hong Kong, as part of the companies’ long-term expansion plans in the region.
         
         Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at InvestHK Mr Arnold Lau said, “We are excited to see the expansion of GEG in Hong Kong and welcome Mast International to the city. This initiative will not only enrich Hong Kong’s vibrant entertainment industry, but also significantly contribute to job creation and stimulate our local economy by fostering new business partnerships in the city.”
         
         Harbour Mast Productions will be the official promoter of Cirque du Soleil’s legendary show KOOZA, as it returns to Hong Kong for the first time in seven years. Cirque du Soleil chose Hong Kong as the city to kick off its relaunch in Asia. The show will then travel to Busan and Seoul in Korea following the performances in Hong Kong.
         
         According to the Chief Executive Officer of GEG, Mr Randy Bloom, the KOOZA Tour travels with more than 115 cast and crew, along with 60 family members. This represents a investment in Hong Kong of more than 8 000 room nights, transport, food and beverage and entertainment during the two months that the show will be in the city. In addition to the travelling crew, the show requires approximately 200 local hires.
         
         Mr Bloom added that with over 10 years of history and experience in producing entertainment events in Hong Kong, GEG decided to expand in the city where it has traditionally created its own local events, including the annual AIA Carnival, the Hong Kong Observation Wheel (HKOW) and well-known events such as The Grounds in the HKOW event space. He noted that Mast International, with its decades of experience bringing worldwide live entertainment events to Asia, was seen as the natural partner to join in this effort. The aim is to bring more and more high-quality events and entertainment to come to Hong Kong, serving as a gateway to the region.
         
         Mr Bloom said, “We hear and support the Government’s policy for mega events. We want to support the development of the entertainment industry and demonstrate our commitment to enhancing what Hong Kong can offer as a city for events both local and internationally. We have great trust in Hong Kong as a city.”
         
         The Chief Executive Officer and President of Mast International, Mr Yong Kim, added, “As a long-time producer and promoter of events in Asia, Mast recognises the opportunities afforded by the growth of the live events industry in Hong Kong. As our company continues to grow, we aim to expand and create more diverse experiences for people in Hong Kong. By bringing global entertainment around the world and into the city, we can offer a wider range of engaging entertainment options. Notably, the globally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil will be making its first appearance in Hong Kong since 2018 and will kick off a multi-destination Asia Tour.”
         
         GEG is a multi-award-winning group of companies with expertise in creating and producing exceptional live entertainment events and experiences in Asia. To date, GEG has engaged over 20 million consumers across over 500 events, pioneering some of the largest, most successful and enduring events and experiences.
         
         Mast International was founded as a subsidiary of Mast Media Limited in 2006. Since then, the company has successfully presented seven shows of Cirque du Soleil in Korea. Mast International has promoted other various international spectacles, sporting events, exhibitions, pop concerts, ballets and plays, etc, including the legendary French musical, “Notre-Dame de Paris”.
         
         For more information about GEG, please visit www.geg.asia.
         
         For more information about Mast International, please visit www.mastent.co.kr.
         
         To obtain a copy of the photos, please visit www.flickr.com/photos/investhk/albums/72177720325905295.

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    May 8, 2025
  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: DPIIT and Hafele India Sign MoU to Boost Manufacturing Innovation and Localized Supply Chains

    Source: Government of India

    Posted On: 08 MAY 2025 2:09PM by PIB Delhi

    The  Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)  and Hafele India Pvt. Ltd. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)  on 07 May 2025 in New Delhi, to strengthen India’s manufacturing and innovation ecosystem by empowering product startups, MSMEs, and entrepreneurs. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to building resilient local supply chains and accelerating India’s vision of becoming a global manufacturing hub.

    Under this strategic collaboration, Hafele will drive initiatives that support product innovation, local sourcing, and entrepreneurship through targeted investments, mentorship, and integration into global value chains.

    Hafele will expand its support to startups and MSMEs by offering access to infrastructure, supplier development opportunities, technical collaboration, and market access. Hafele has already committed over USD 2.5 million in an Indian appliance manufacturing startup and has extended purchase orders to Indian MSME manufacturers of architectural hardware and furniture fittings. DPIIT will facilitate ecosystem access through Startup India, enabling startup connections, program participation, and co-branding.

    Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, DPIIT, stated, “The partnership with Häfele India exemplifies our approach of fostering collaborative industrial ecosystems. It brings together global best practices and local entrepreneurial energy to drive sustainable manufacturing growth aligned with the Make in India vision.”

    Frank Schloeder, Managing Director – South Asia, Häfele, added, “At Häfele, we believe that India’s innovation and manufacturing potential is unmatched. Through this MoU, we are excited to deepen our engagement with Indian entrepreneurs and startups and work together toward the vision of ‘India for India’ today and ‘India for the World’ tomorrow.”

    The MoU was signed by Dr. Sumeet Jarangal, Director, DPIIT and Mr. Frank Schloeder, Managing Director – South Asia, Hafele India, in the presence of senior officials from both organizations. It will remain in effect for a period of two years from the date of signing, with scope for extension based on mutual agreement.

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    Abhishek Dayal/Abhijith Narayanan

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