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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: MOFA thanks countries that have publicly expressed concern over Taiwan Strait situation and stressed importance of cross-strait peace and stability in concerted effort to safeguard rules-based international order

    Source: Republic of China Taiwan 3

    MOFA thanks countries that have publicly expressed concern over Taiwan Strait situation and stressed importance of cross-strait peace and stability in concerted effort to safeguard rules-based international order

    Date：2024-10-19
    Data Source：Department of Policy Planning

    October 19, 2024  
    No. 359  

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) sincerely appreciates that the administrations and friendly members of parliament of more than 30 countries, as well as the European Union, have publicly expressed concern over the cross-strait situation or stressed the importance of maintaining peace and stability after China once again recently launched military drills to intimidate Taiwan. Countries including Taiwan’s diplomatic allies, the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Lithuania, and the Republic of Korea variously urged China to exercise restraint and stated that differences should be resolved through dialogue and not the threat of force or coercion. 
     
    The maintenance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait is in the common interests of both sides of the strait and the international community. There is a high degree of consensus within global society over the importance of preserving peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the Indo-Pacific. MOFA once again calls on China to face up to the reality of the existence of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and to respect the Taiwanese people’s choice of a free and democratic way of life, willingness to engage in international cooperation alongside China, and goodwill toward maintaining regional security and pursuing peace and shared prosperity. It urges China to stop using use military provocation or other means to threaten and suppress Taiwan and disrupt the regional status quo. Only this can facilitate the positive development of cross-strait relations and satisfy the expectations of the international community.
     
    MOFA calls on all nations to continue to voice concern over the cross-strait situation and support Taiwan. Taiwan will further work with its diplomatic allies and like-minded partners to safeguard the rules-based international order and jointly advance regional peace, stability, and prosperity. (E)

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: MOFA welcomes European Parliament resolution on PRC’s misinterpretation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and continuous military provocations against Taiwan

    Source: Republic of China Taiwan 3

    MOFA welcomes European Parliament resolution on PRC’s misinterpretation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and continuous military provocations against Taiwan

    Date：2024-10-25
    Data Source：Department of European Affairs

    October 25, 2024No. 365The European Parliament (EP) on October 24 adopted a resolution concerning the misinterpretation of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758 by the People’s Republic of China and its continuous military provocations around Taiwan by an overwhelming majority of 432 votes in favor and 60 against. The EP resolution strongly opposes the PRC distorting UNGA Resolution 2758 to block Taiwan’s international participation and calls on the European Union and its member states to support Taiwan’s meaningful participation in relevant international organizations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly affirms and sincerely appreciates this support. The EP resolution points out that UNGA Resolution 2758 addresses the status of the PRC but does not determine that the PRC enjoys sovereignty over Taiwan, nor does it make any judgement on the future inclusion of Taiwan in the UN or any other international organization. It also states that Taiwan has never been part of the PRC. Stressing that UNGA Resolution 2758 takes no position on Taiwan, the EP resolution strongly rejects and refutes the PRC’s attempts to distort history and international rules and thereby block Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations. It also strongly condemns the PRC’s continued military provocations and gray-zone activities against Taiwan and reiterates the EU’s firm rejection of any unilateral change to the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.Pointing out that Taiwan is a key, like-minded partner of the EU in the Indo-Pacific, the EP resolution calls for the EU and its member states to further deepen cooperation and exchanges with Taiwan in such domains as the economy, investment, semiconductor and high-tech industrial supply chains, disaster management, civil protection, and countering disinformation and foreign interference. It also advocates continued support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the World Health Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization, the International Criminal Police Organization, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, and other multilateral organizations. In addition, the EP welcomes closer official and people-to-people interactions and exchanges between Taiwan and the EU, including the recent visit of former President Tsai Ing-wen to the EP.Since the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China passed a model resolution concerning UNGA Resolution 2758 in July for its members’ reference, the Australian Senate and the Dutch House of Representatives have passed motions in support of Taiwan. The EP thus becomes the third parliament to approve a similar resolution. MOFA urges the global community to take concrete action to oppose China’s misrepresentation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and to refute China’s false claim that there is an international consensus on its so-called “one China principle.” Taiwan will continue to enhance its substantive and comprehensive cooperation with the EU and other like-minded partners to jointly ensure peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and in the Indo-Pacific. (E)

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: MOFA response to joint declaration by G7 defence ministers expressing concern over China’s joint military exercise around Taiwan and reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability

    Source: Republic of China Taiwan 3

    MOFA response to joint declaration by G7 defence ministers expressing concern over China’s joint military exercise around Taiwan and reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability

    October 20, 2024  

    The Group of Seven (G7) defense ministers held a meeting in Naples, Italy, from October 18 to 20. In a joint declaration issued on October 19, they expressed concern over China’s provocative actions, particularly the recent People’s Liberation Army military drills around Taiwan. They reaffirmed that maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait was indispensable to international security and prosperity and called for the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs highly welcomes and sincerely appreciates the G7 member states’ staunch support for maintaining the peaceful status quo across the Taiwan Strait. 
     
    As a responsible member of the Indo-Pacific community, Taiwan will continue to strengthen cooperation with G7 member countries and take concrete actions to uphold the core values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. It will work in solidarity with like-minded partners to safeguard the rules-based international order and promote prosperity and stability in the region and throughout the world.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: MOFA response to joint passage of US, Canadian warships through Taiwan Strait on October 20

    Source: Republic of China Taiwan 3

    MOFA response to joint passage of US, Canadian warships through Taiwan Strait on October 20

    October 21, 2024 

    The US Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins and the Canadian Halifax-class frigate HMCS Vancouver conducted a routine transit of the Taiwan Strait on October 20. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes and affirms the United States and Canada once again taking concrete action to emphasize the Taiwan Strait’s status in law as an international waterway and their firm stance on safeguarding freedom of navigation and regional stability.
     
    The US 7th Fleet and Canadian Joint Operations Command provided details of their joint mission in separate media statements and posts on the social media platform X. The US 7th Fleet statement noted that the transit had taken place through waters where high-seas freedom of navigation applied in accordance with international law. It said that the mission demonstrated the United States’ and Canada’s commitment to upholding freedom of navigation for all nations and that the international community’s navigational rights and freedoms in the Taiwan Strait should not be limited. It further stated that the United States rejected any assertion of sovereignty or jurisdiction that was inconsistent with freedoms of navigations, overflight, or other lawful uses of the sea and air. The Canadian Joint Operations Command post on X stated that its activities promoted peace, resilience, and security in the Indo-Pacific.
     
    This was the fourth joint transit of the Taiwan Strait by the United States and Canada in under two years, demonstrating democratic allies’ determination to take firm and concrete actions to safeguard Taiwan Strait peace. The government of Taiwan will continue to strengthen Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities, staunchly oppose authoritarian expansion, and deepen cooperation with like-minded nations so as to jointly defend the rules-based international order as well as peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the region.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: MOFA response to US, ROK, and Japan national security advisors reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability and calling for peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues

    Source: Republic of China Taiwan 3

    MOFA response to US, ROK, and Japan national security advisors reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability and calling for peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues

    Date：2024-10-26
    Data Source：Department of North American Affairs

    October 26, 2024 

    US White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Japanese National Security Secretariat Secretary-General Takeo Akiba, and Republic of Korea National Security Office Director Shin Won-sik held a trilateral meeting in Washington, DC, on October 25. In a joint readout issued after the meeting, the three national security advisors reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, called for the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, and expressed strong opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo by force or coercion in the waters of the Indo-Pacific.
     
    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) thanks the United States, Japan, and the ROK for continuing to jointly reiterate the importance of cross-strait peace and stability through high-level meetings of national security officials and diplomats, underscoring the high degree of international consensus on maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the region. Taiwan will continue to work with the United States, Japan, the ROK, and other like-minded nations to preserve peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and beyond.

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  • MIL-OSI: Interim Financial Report Q1-Q3 2024

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    • Updated strategy and new long-term targets
    • Earnings per share declined by 2% to DKK 60.5 (Q1-Q3 2023: DKK 62.0)
    • The net profit was down by 1% to DKK 4,044m (Q1-Q3 2023: DKK 4,106m)
    • Net interest income rose by 1% to DKK 7,211m (Q1-Q3 2023: DKK 7,155m)
    • Core income was up by 1% to DKK 10,307m (Q1-Q3 2023: DKK 10,244m)
    • Core expenses rose by 6% to DKK 4,768m (Q1-Q3 2023: DKK 4,498m)
    • Loan impairment charges DKK 13m (Q1-Q3 2023: DKK 96m)
    • Capital ratio at 22.6%, of which common equity tier 1 capital ratio of 17.2% (Q1 – Q3: 2023: 20.9% and 16.7%, respectively)
    • Expected earnings per share in 2024 upgraded on 11 October to DKK 75-80 from the upper end of the range of DKK 64-76
    • Share buy-back programme of DKK 1.5bn completed on 3 October 2024.

    Summary

    ”Earlier in the month, Jyske Bank upgraded its outlook for 2024 due to a continued positive development. We are now launching a strategy to become an even better bank for our customers,” says Lars Mørch, CEO and Managing Director, and continues:

    “With a strong foundation in the Danish market and a number of positions of strength in servicing both personal and corporate customers, Jyske Bank will over the coming years do more of what we have shown that we are good at and accelerate development in the areas where we want to do better.“

    “We support customers, e.g., in their sustainable transition and use digitization proactively to the benefit of the customers and to increase efficiency. Based on the strategy, we have set financial targets according to which we aim to obtain a return on tangible equity of 10% based on a cost/income ratio below 50 supplemented by an attractive distribution to shareholders,” says Lars Mørch, CEO and Managing Director.

    Updated strategy
    Jyske Bank utilizes the opportunities that arise to create value for customers, and the Group will seek out opportunities for cooperation and, in doing so, be an attractive partner for other players in the sector.

    In the lead up to the strategy announcement, the Group has set up the organisation so that customer orientation is strengthened throughout the value chain and efforts and resources are efficiently channelled to where it benefits the customers the most and contributes the most to the Group’s profitability. At the same time, risk management and digitization have been strengthened.

    Long-term financial targets
    Jyske Bank expects a return on tangible equity of 10% in 2028 based on a presupposed common equity tier 1 capital ratio at the lower end of 15%-17%, a cost/income ratio below 50, and a normalised cost of risk of 8bp p.a. The ambition to distribute approx. 30% of shareholders’ result supplemented by share buy-backs is maintained. In the coming years, the Danish economy is expected to be dominated by lower interest rates and balanced growth with high levels of employment and moderate inflation.

    The targets reflect an underlying improvement in profitability aimed at mitigating expectations of significantly lower interest rates over the coming years. The targets will be achieved through stronger customer-orientation and focus on capital-light income as well as structural cost measures, ensuring continued investment in new technology and higher efficiency.

    Other initiatives
    Prior to the update of its strategy, Jyske Bank changed its organisation to obtain stronger client orientation, higher professionalism in the Group’s control set-up and higher development and implementation efficiency. Subsequently, the Group Executive Board will consist of the CEO and Managing Director, a Managing Director of Corporate Clients and Capital Markets, a Managing Director of Personal Clients and Wealth Management, a Managing Director of Digitization and Operations as well as a Chief Risk Officer.

    In continuation of the organisational change, Erik Gadeberg was appointed new member of the Group Executive Board as Managing Director, Corporate Clients and Capital Markets. Erik Gadeberg has prior to this held the position as Managing Director of Capital Markets at Jyske Bank. He joined Jyske Bank in 1990 and has primarily been employed in functions associated with Capital Markets, including large corporates and institutional clients.

    Managing Director Per Skovhus retired at the end of June 2024. Jacob Gyntelberg will take office on 6 December 2024 as Managing Director, Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and new member of the Group Executive Board. Since 2021, Jacob Gyntelberg has been Director of Economic and Risk Analysis at the European Banking Authority (EBA). During the period 2019-2021, Jacob Gyntelberg was Deputy Chief Risk Officer at Nordea, and previously he held executive positions at Danske Bank, Bank for International Settlements (BIS), Nykredit and Danmarks Nationalbank.

    In 2023, Jyske Bank acquired PFA Bank, and the integration was in the first half of 2024 successfully completed according to plan. The IT migration to Bankdata from BEC was implemented in the second quarter of 2024 when also administration and management of PFA Invest were taken over by BankInvest to ensure smooth transfer for the clients. The approach underlines Jyske Bank’s focus on client requirements which contributed to Jyske Bank’s Private Banking clients having been Denmark’s most satisfied clients for the past nine years running according to the research company Voxmeter.

    In September 2024, Jyske Finans, which manages the Group’s leasing activities, announced the acquisition of a leasing portfolio from Opendo. The acquisition supports Jyske Finans’ leading position in the structurally growing leasing market with higher volume to the portfolio of cars on operational leasing contracts.

    In Q1-Q3 2024, Jyske Bank introduced additional attractive savings products and sharper prices and offers for home loan products to personal clients. The flexible mortgage loan, Jyske Prioritet+, was highlighted by TÆNK, the Danish Consumer Council, with the rating ’Recommend’. Clients’ credit cards were also improved through travel insurance and purchase warranty as well as VISA’s loyalty programme with approx. 1,500 stores and web shops.

    Jyske Bank’s target is to be an active and constructive part of the green transition and Jyske Bank’s target is net zero CO2 emission across business-oriented activities in the form of loans and investments not later than in 2045 and 2050, respectively. In addition, Jyske Bank aims at lending growth contributing to offset climate changes, and the CO2 emission from Jyske Bank’s own activities must be reduced by 65% from 2020 to 2030.

    Earnings per share DKK 60.5 in Q1-Q3 2024
    Earnings per share were DKK 60.5 against DKK 62.0 the previous year, corresponding to a net profit of DKK 2,623m or a return of 11.8% p.a. on equity against DKK 2,488m and 13.5% p.a., respectively in Q1-Q3 2023. Despite a lower pre-tax profit, the tax expense increased due to a higher special tax.

    The reason for the lower results is particularly higher costs as a result of sector-wide, collectively prescribed salary increases and the acquisition of PFA Bank as well as lower gains from the sale of leasing cars. The development in Q1-Q3 2024 reflects a Danish economy growing moderately with continued high employment. The economy withstood interest rate hikes in 2022 and 2023, and an improved inflation outlook in June 2024 paved the way for Danmarks Nationalbank’s first interest rate cut for several years, followed up by further cuts in September and October.

    Jyske Bank’s business volume showed an overall declining development in loans and deposits in Q1-Q3 2024, supplemented by a sizeable increase in the investment area. Bank loans decreased 5% due to lower loans to personal clients compared with end-2023. Bank deposits fell by 2% due to lower time deposits from corporate clients. Nominal mortgage loans were roughly unchanged since lower lending to personal clients were offset by a higher amount of lending to corporate clients. Assets under management rose by 14% due to a favourable development in the financial markets and net sales of investment solutions.

    Core income rose by 1% relative to Q1-Q3 2023 due to a slight increase in most income items. Net interest income rose by 1% due to the higher level of interest rates. Net fee and commission income was up by 1% due to the acquisition of PFA Bank and a higher amount of assets under management. Value adjustments still contributed positively due to the development in the financial markets. Other income increased due to higher share dividends whereas a gradual normalisation of favourable sales conditions in the leasing car market caused a decline in income from operating lease (net).

    Core expenses rose by 6% compared to Q1-Q3 2023. The increase can primarily be attributed to sector-wide, collectively prescribed salary increases of 3.7%, the derived effect from the abolishment of All Prayers Day and the effect from the acquisition of PFA Bank. In addition, the level of one-off items was at an elevated level.

    Loan impairment charges amounted to DKK 13m in Q1-Q3 2024 compared with DKK 96m in Q1-Q3 2023. Management’s estimates relating to loan impairment charges were in Q1-Q3 2024 reduced by DKK 151m to DKK 1,783m as the result of lower macroeconomic risks. The credit quality is still solid with a low level of non-performing exposures.

    At the end of Q1-Q3 2024, Jyske Bank’s common equity tier 1 capital ratio was 17.2%, which is above the targeted range of 15%-17%. In Q1-Q3 2024, Jyske Bank distributed a dividend of DKK 500m or DKK 7.78 per share and executed a share buy-back programme of DKK 1.5bn which was completed in early October. The share buy-back programme was the first since the acquisition of Handelsbanken Denmark and reflects a restored capital base supported by two capital issues in the first quarter of 2024. The issues contributed to an increase in the total capital ratio to 22.6%, above the targeted range at 20%-22%.

    2024 outlook
    For 2024, Jyske Bank estimates a net profit in the range of DKK 5.0bn-5.3bn, corresponding to earnings per share in the range of DKK 75-80. The outlook was in October 2024 upgraded from a net profit in the upper end of the range of DKK 4.3bn-5.1bn, corresponding to earnings per share in the upper half of the range of DKK 64-76. The upward revision was attributed to favourable financial markets and a solid credit quality.

    Core income is expected to decline in 2024, in particular as a result of lower value adjustments which were at a historically high level in 2023. Expectations mirror moderate growth in the Danish economy and a reduction of Danmarks Nationalbank’s deposit rate at 1.0 percentage point in 2024. Core expenses inclusive of non-recurring costs are expected to be slightly higher in 2024 compared with 2023. Non-recurring expenses for the integration of Handelsbanken Denmark and PFA Bank are expected to total DKK 0.1bn.

    As in 2023, loan impairment charges are expected to be at a low level in 2024. The expectations involve uncertainty and depend, for instance, on macroeconomic circumstances and the development in the financial markets.

    Webcast and conference call
    Jyske Bank will host a conference call in English targeting investors and analysts today at 2.00 p.m. CET (link). Conference call and presentation will be available via jyskebank.com/investorrelations.

    Yours faithfully,
    Jyske Bank

    Contact:
    Lars Mørch, CEO and Managing Director, tel. +45 89 89 20 01
    Birger Krøgh Nielsen, CFO, tel. +45 89 89 64 44

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  • MIL-OSI: Equinor ASA: Share buy-back

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Please see below information about transactions made under the fourth tranche of the 2024 share buy-back programme for Equinor ASA (OSE:EQNR, NYSE:EQNR, CEUX:EQNRO, TQEX:EQNRO).

    Date on which the fourth tranche of the 2024 programme was announced: 24 October 2024.

    The duration of the fourth tranche of the 2024 programme: 25 October to no later than 31 January 2025.

    Further information on the tranche can be found in the stock market announcement on its commencement dated 24 October 2024, available here: https://newsweb.oslobors.no/message/630240

    On 25 October 2024 Equinor ASA has purchased a total of 400,000 own shares at an average price of NOK 278.5692 per share.

    Overview of transactions:

    Date Trading venue Aggregated daily volume (number of shares) Weighted average share price (NOK) Total transaction value (NOK)
    25 October OSE 400,000 278.5692 111,427,680.00
      CEUX      
      TQEX      
             
    Total for the period OSE 400,000 278.5692 111,427,680.00
      CEUX      
      TQEX      
             
    Previously disclosed buy-backs under the fourth tranche of the 2024 programme OSE      
    CEUX      
    TQEX      
    Total      
             
    Total buy-backs under fourth tranche of the 2024 programme (accumulated) OSE 400,000 278.5692 111,427,680.00
    CEUX      
    TQEX      
    Total 400,000 278.5692 111,427,680.00

     
    Following the completion of the above transactions, Equinor ASA owns a total of 48,006,940 own shares, corresponding to 1.72% of Equinor ASA’s share capital, including shares under Equinor’s share savings programme (excluding shares under Equinor’s share savings programme, Equinor owns a total of 39,531,815 own shares, corresponding to 1.42% of the share capital).

    This is information that Equinor ASA is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation and that is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

    Appendix:
    A overview of all transactions made under the buy-back tranche that have been carried out during the above-mentioned time period is attached to this report and available at www.newsweb.no.

    Contact details:

    Investor relations
    Bård Glad Pedersen, senior vice president Investor Relations,
    +47 918 01 791

    Media
    Sissel Rinde, vice president Media Relations,
    +47 412 60 584

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  • MIL-OSI: IDEX Biometrics interim report for the third quarter of 2024

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Oslo, Norway – 29 October 2024 – IDEX Biometrics ASA’s interim report for the third quarter is attached to this notice (link below). The interim report is also available on the IDEX Biometrics website: www.idexbiometrics.com/investors/interim-results/

    A webcast presentation of the interim report will be held by Catharina Eklof, Chief Executive Officer, today at 09:00 CET. The webcast presentation is attached to this notice (link below), and can be viewed at the following link:

    https://idexbiometrics.videosync.fi/q3-2024

    “Transitioning into the CEO role this quarter, my focus has been on executing our transformation program and implementing key initiatives to achieve the targeted cash quarterly operating expense run rate of $2.5 million. By the end of the third quarter, IDEX had executed on targeted reorganization initiatives, significantly reducing operating expenses. We have consolidated our technology and administrative teams into the UK and Europe, and optimized our entire workforce to capture the fast growing opportunity across the APAC region.” Said Catharina Eklof, Chief Executive Officer at IDEX Biometrics.

    Ms. Eklof added, “On the customer side, we continue to expand our manufacturing partners and solution integrators with our open software platforms and flexible operating system. Focus over the last quarters has been on supporting manufacturers from certification to industrialized production. As a result, KONA I has achieved Mastercard approval for the world first metal biometric card, based on the IDEX Pay platform. A first commercial program is now in the planning phase of being rolled out in Asia.”

    In September, IDEX demonstrated a successful live transaction on the India based RuPay network with IDEX Pay, together with our manufacturing partners. This is a leading indicator of the IDEX biometric platform readiness to bring trusted identity solutions to consumers around the world.

    Financials:

    • Revenues in the third quarter totaled $0.1M.
    • Net Income in Q3 was $1.4M with Adjusted Net Loss of $4.8M. Adjustments are related to the restructuring charges and the derivative value changes.
    • Operating expenses reduced to $4.1M, a reduction of $2.0M from last quarter.
    • Restructuring cost during Q3 were $0.4M including severance and other items.  Restructuring gain of $0.7M resulting from two lease cancellations.
    • On track to achieve a cash operating run-rate of $2.5M per quarter by the end of this year.
    • Recorded a gain of $5.5M from a change in the derivative value related to outstanding warrants and the favorable renegotiation of our outstanding convertible bond.

    For further information contact:
    Marianne Bøe, Head of Investor Relations
    E-mail: ir@idexbiometrics.com
    Tel: + 47 67 83 91 19

    About IDEX Biometrics
    IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSE: IDEX) is a global technology leader in fingerprint biometrics, offering authentication solutions across payments, access control, and digital identity. Our solutions bring convenience, security, peace of mind and seamless user experiences to the world. Built on patented and proprietary sensor technologies, integrated circuit designs, and software, our biometric solutions target card-based applications for payments and digital authentication. As an industry-enabler we partner with leading card manufacturers and technology companies to bring our solutions to market. 

    For more information, visit www.idexbiometrics.com

    TRADEMARK STATEMENT
    IDEX, TrustedBio, IDEX Biometrics and the IDEX logo are trademarks owned by IDEX Biometrics ASA. All other brands or product names are the property of their respective holders.

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  • MIL-OSI: Webcast details for Orrön Energy’s Q3 presentation

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Orrön Energy AB (“Orrön Energy”) will publish its financial report for the third quarter 2024 on Wednesday, 6 November 2024 at 07:30 CET, followed by a webcast at 14.00 CET.

    Listen to Daniel Fitzgerald, CEO and Espen Hennie, CFO commenting on the report and describing the latest developments in Orrön Energy at a webcast on 6 November 2024 at 14:00 CET, followed by a question-and-answer session.

    Registration for the webcast presentation is available on the website and the below link:
    https://vimeo.com/event/4678321/54544efc16

    For further information, please contact:

    Robert Eriksson
    Director Corporate Affairs and Investor Relations
    Tel: +46 701 11 26 15
    robert.eriksson@orron.com

    Jenny Sandström
    Communications Lead
    Tel: +41 79 431 63 68
    jenny.sandstrom@orron.com

    Orrön Energy is an independent, publicly listed (Nasdaq Stockholm: “ORRON”) renewable energy company within the Lundin Group of Companies. Orrön Energy’s core portfolio consists of high quality, cash flow generating assets in the Nordics, coupled with greenfield growth opportunities in the Nordics, the UK, Germany and France. With significant financial capacity to fund further growth and acquisitions, and backed by a major shareholder, management and Board with a proven track record of investing into, leading and growing highly successful businesses, Orrön Energy is in a unique position to create shareholder value through the energy transition.

    Forward-looking statements
    Statements in this press release relating to any future status or circumstances, including statements regarding future performance, growth and other trend projections, are forward-looking statements. These statements may generally, but not always, be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, “intend”, “plan”, “seek”, “will”, “would” or similar expressions. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because they relate to events and depend on circumstances that could occur in the future. There can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements due to several factors, many of which are outside the company’s control. Any forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date on which the statements are made and the company has no obligation (and undertakes no obligation) to update or revise any of them, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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  • MIL-OSI: Interim Financial Report, Q1-Q3 2024

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Jyske Realkredit A/S – Interim Financial Report, Q1-Q3 2024

    To NASDAQ Copenhagen A/S

                                                                                                                     29 October 2024
                                                                                                                     Announcement No. 89/2024

    Interim Financial Report, Q1-Q3 2024

    On October 29, 2024, the Supervisory Board has approved the Interim Financial Report, Q1-Q3 2024 of Jyske Realkredit A/S.

    Please see attached file.

    Yours sincerely,
    Jyske Realkredit A/S

    Carsten Tirsbæk Madsen
    CEO

    Direct phone (+45) 89 89 90 50
    E-mail: ctm@jyskerealkredit.dk

    Web: jyskerealkredit.dk

    Please observe that the Danish version of this announcement prevails.

    Attached files:
    Interim Financial Report of Jyske Realkredit, Q1-Q3 2024.pdf

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  • MIL-OSI: Jyske Realkredit’s Financial Calendar for 2025 – updated

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

                                    
    29th October 2024
    Announcement no. 90/2024

    To NASDAQ Copenhagen A/S
                                                            
    Jyske Realkredit’s Financial Calendar for 2025 – updated

    From 2025, Jyske Realkredit A/S will not publish an interim report for the 1st quarter and 1st – 3rd quarter respectively. A company announcement will be published instead. On the following dates in 2025, notification will be sent to NASDAQ Copenhagen A/S:

    Announcement of the 2024 results                26 February        

    Annual General Meeting                        24 March

    Company announcement for the first quarter        7 May

    Interim report for the first half of 2025                19 August

    Company announcement for the first nine months        29 October

    Yours faithfully,

    Jyske Realkredit A/S

    Carsten Tirsbæk Madsen
    CEO

    Please observe that the Danish version of this announcement is prevailing.

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  • MIL-OSI: IDEX Biometrics appoints new Chief Financial Officer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Oslo, Norway – October 29, 2024 – IDEX Biometrics has appointed Kristian Flaten as Chief Financial Officer, effective November 1, 2024.

    Kristian Flaten brings over 25 years of financial leadership and experience with international business and financing, including from Asian growth markets, a strong focus for IDEX Biometrics. He has a proven track record in corporate finance, debt financing and business development in growth companies. 

    Kristian has a background as CFO with Quantafuel ASA, recycling plastic waste, and as VP Corporate Finance with BW Offshore, oilfield services. Additionally, he has experience from the financial sector with Export Finance Norway and Handelsbanken. 

    Kristian holds a Master of Science from NHH (Norwegian School of Economics), with majors in Finance and Strategy. He will be based at IDEX Biometrics headquarters in Oslo.

    “We are most pleased to welcome Kristian to our executive team,” says Catharina Eklof, Chief Executive Officer of IDEX Biometrics. “Bringing on Kristian is an important step in the business transformation of IDEX. Kristian comes with critical experience from growth companies and his proven track record will be key as we continue to evolve IDEX, and drive innovation in biometric platform and software solution expansion to key markets.” 

    “I am excited to join IDEX Biometrics at this pivotal time of the company’s growth journey,” comments Kristian Flaten. “I look forward to working with the talented team to support the company’s strategic initiatives.” 

    Kristian Flaten is succeeding John Kurtzweil, who will continue to support the company in an advisory role. The company extends its warm gratitude to John for his excellent contributions during his tenure and for ensuring a smooth transition to Kristian.

    For further information contact:

    Marianne Bøe, Head of Investor Relations
    Email: ir@idexbiometrics.com
    Tel: + 47 67 83 91 19

    About IDEX Biometrics
    IDEX Biometrics ASA (OSE: IDEX) is a global technology leader in fingerprint biometrics, offering authentication solutions across payments, access control, and digital identity. Our solutions bring convenience, security, peace of mind and seamless user experiences to the world. Built on patented and proprietary sensor technologies, integrated circuit designs, and software, our biometric solutions target card-based applications for payments and digital authentication. As an industry-enabler we partner with leading card manufacturers and technology companies to bring our solutions to market.
    For more information, visit www.idexbiometrics.com

    Trademark Statement
    IDEX, IDEX Biometrics and the IDEX logo are trademarks owned by IDEX Biometrics ASA. All other brands or product names are the property of their respective holders.

    About this notice:
    This notice was issued by Marianne Bøe, Head of Investor Relations, on 29 October 2024 at 08:10 on behalf of IDEX Biometrics ASA.

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  • MIL-OSI China: MOFA thanks countries that have publicly expressed concern over Taiwan Strait situation and stressed importance of cross-strait peace and stability in concerted effort to safeguard rules-based international order

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    MOFA thanks countries that have publicly expressed concern over Taiwan Strait situation and stressed importance of cross-strait peace and stability in concerted effort to safeguard rules-based international order

    • Date：2024-10-19
    • Data Source：Department of Policy Planning

    October 19, 2024  

    No. 359  

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) sincerely appreciates that the administrations and friendly members of parliament of more than 30 countries, as well as the European Union, have publicly expressed concern over the cross-strait situation or stressed the importance of maintaining peace and stability after China once again recently launched military drills to intimidate Taiwan. Countries including Taiwan’s diplomatic allies, the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Lithuania, and the Republic of Korea variously urged China to exercise restraint and stated that differences should be resolved through dialogue and not the threat of force or coercion. 

     

    The maintenance of peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait is in the common interests of both sides of the strait and the international community. There is a high degree of consensus within global society over the importance of preserving peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the Indo-Pacific. MOFA once again calls on China to face up to the reality of the existence of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and to respect the Taiwanese people’s choice of a free and democratic way of life, willingness to engage in international cooperation alongside China, and goodwill toward maintaining regional security and pursuing peace and shared prosperity. It urges China to stop using use military provocation or other means to threaten and suppress Taiwan and disrupt the regional status quo. Only this can facilitate the positive development of cross-strait relations and satisfy the expectations of the international community.

     

    MOFA calls on all nations to continue to voice concern over the cross-strait situation and support Taiwan. Taiwan will further work with its diplomatic allies and like-minded partners to safeguard the rules-based international order and jointly advance regional peace, stability, and prosperity. (E)

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  • MIL-OSI China: MOFA welcomes European Parliament resolution on PRC’s misinterpretation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and continuous military provocations against Taiwan

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    MOFA welcomes European Parliament resolution on PRC’s misinterpretation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and continuous military provocations against Taiwan

    • Date：2024-10-25
    • Data Source：Department of European Affairs

    October 25, 2024
    No. 365

    The European Parliament (EP) on October 24 adopted a resolution concerning the misinterpretation of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Resolution 2758 by the People’s Republic of China and its continuous military provocations around Taiwan by an overwhelming majority of 432 votes in favor and 60 against. The EP resolution strongly opposes the PRC distorting UNGA Resolution 2758 to block Taiwan’s international participation and calls on the European Union and its member states to support Taiwan’s meaningful participation in relevant international organizations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) strongly affirms and sincerely appreciates this support. 

    The EP resolution points out that UNGA Resolution 2758 addresses the status of the PRC but does not determine that the PRC enjoys sovereignty over Taiwan, nor does it make any judgement on the future inclusion of Taiwan in the UN or any other international organization. It also states that Taiwan has never been part of the PRC. Stressing that UNGA Resolution 2758 takes no position on Taiwan, the EP resolution strongly rejects and refutes the PRC’s attempts to distort history and international rules and thereby block Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations. It also strongly condemns the PRC’s continued military provocations and gray-zone activities against Taiwan and reiterates the EU’s firm rejection of any unilateral change to the status quo in the Taiwan Strait.

    Pointing out that Taiwan is a key, like-minded partner of the EU in the Indo-Pacific, the EP resolution calls for the EU and its member states to further deepen cooperation and exchanges with Taiwan in such domains as the economy, investment, semiconductor and high-tech industrial supply chains, disaster management, civil protection, and countering disinformation and foreign interference. It also advocates continued support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the World Health Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization, the International Criminal Police Organization, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, and other multilateral organizations. In addition, the EP welcomes closer official and people-to-people interactions and exchanges between Taiwan and the EU, including the recent visit of former President Tsai Ing-wen to the EP.

    Since the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China passed a model resolution concerning UNGA Resolution 2758 in July for its members’ reference, the Australian Senate and the Dutch House of Representatives have passed motions in support of Taiwan. The EP thus becomes the third parliament to approve a similar resolution. MOFA urges the global community to take concrete action to oppose China’s misrepresentation of UNGA Resolution 2758 and to refute China’s false claim that there is an international consensus on its so-called “one China principle.” Taiwan will continue to enhance its substantive and comprehensive cooperation with the EU and other like-minded partners to jointly ensure peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and in the Indo-Pacific. (E)

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  • MIL-OSI China: MOFA response to joint declaration by G7 defence ministers expressing concern over China’s joint military exercise around Taiwan and reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    MOFA response to joint declaration by G7 defence ministers expressing concern over China’s joint military exercise around Taiwan and reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability

    October 20, 2024  

    The Group of Seven (G7) defense ministers held a meeting in Naples, Italy, from October 18 to 20. In a joint declaration issued on October 19, they expressed concern over China’s provocative actions, particularly the recent People’s Liberation Army military drills around Taiwan. They reaffirmed that maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait was indispensable to international security and prosperity and called for the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs highly welcomes and sincerely appreciates the G7 member states’ staunch support for maintaining the peaceful status quo across the Taiwan Strait. 

     

    As a responsible member of the Indo-Pacific community, Taiwan will continue to strengthen cooperation with G7 member countries and take concrete actions to uphold the core values of democracy, freedom, human rights, and the rule of law. It will work in solidarity with like-minded partners to safeguard the rules-based international order and promote prosperity and stability in the region and throughout the world.

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  • MIL-OSI China: MOFA response to joint passage of US, Canadian warships through Taiwan Strait on October 20

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    MOFA response to joint passage of US, Canadian warships through Taiwan Strait on October 20

    October 21, 2024 

    The US Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins and the Canadian Halifax-class frigate HMCS Vancouver conducted a routine transit of the Taiwan Strait on October 20. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes and affirms the United States and Canada once again taking concrete action to emphasize the Taiwan Strait’s status in law as an international waterway and their firm stance on safeguarding freedom of navigation and regional stability.

     

    The US 7th Fleet and Canadian Joint Operations Command provided details of their joint mission in separate media statements and posts on the social media platform X. The US 7th Fleet statement noted that the transit had taken place through waters where high-seas freedom of navigation applied in accordance with international law. It said that the mission demonstrated the United States’ and Canada’s commitment to upholding freedom of navigation for all nations and that the international community’s navigational rights and freedoms in the Taiwan Strait should not be limited. It further stated that the United States rejected any assertion of sovereignty or jurisdiction that was inconsistent with freedoms of navigations, overflight, or other lawful uses of the sea and air. The Canadian Joint Operations Command post on X stated that its activities promoted peace, resilience, and security in the Indo-Pacific.

     

    This was the fourth joint transit of the Taiwan Strait by the United States and Canada in under two years, demonstrating democratic allies’ determination to take firm and concrete actions to safeguard Taiwan Strait peace. The government of Taiwan will continue to strengthen Taiwan’s self-defense capabilities, staunchly oppose authoritarian expansion, and deepen cooperation with like-minded nations so as to jointly defend the rules-based international order as well as peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and throughout the region.

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  • MIL-OSI China: Foreign Minister Lin to attend Saint Vincent and Grenadines’ 45th Independence Day celebrations as presidential envoy and visit Guatemala, Saint Lucia, Belize, and Saint Christopher and Nevis

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Foreign Minister Lin to attend Saint Vincent and Grenadines’ 45th Independence Day celebrations as presidential envoy and visit Guatemala, Saint Lucia, Belize, and Saint Christopher and Nevis

    • Date：2024-10-23
    • Data Source：Department of Latin American and Caribbean Affairs

    October 23, 2024 

    No. 362

    Saint Vincent and the Grenadines will celebrate the 45th anniversary of independence on October 27. Underscoring the importance that Taiwan attaches to its diplomatic relations between the two countries, President Lai Ching-te appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs Lin Chia-lung as his special envoy to extend congratulations to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on behalf of the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan). During his visit, Minister Lin will attend various celebration activities and meet with Governor-General Susan Dougan and Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves to exchange views on issues of mutual concern and the direction of future cooperation. 

     

    To further deepen Taiwan’s friendships with its Latin American and Caribbean allies, Minister Lin will also visit four other countries—Guatemala, Saint Lucia, Belize, and Saint Christopher and Nevis. He will hold meetings with their respective heads of state and government and conduct an inspection tour of bilateral collaboration projects. The delegation led by Minister Lin will depart on October 23 and return to Taipei on November 2. Minister Lin’s wife will accompany him on his visit to Guatemala. She has been invited by Guatemalan First Lady Lucrecia Peinado, who recently traveled to Taiwan for National Day celebrations.

     

    On this trip, Minister Lin will discuss in detail the content and vision of the Taiwan government’s Diplomatic Allies Prosperity Project. This initiative will mark a new chapter of bilateral cooperation based on mutual benefits and shared prosperity, with a shift from consolidating alliances to creating prosperity. Taiwan and its allies will build on the existing solid foundations to further deepen collaboration, support national development programs, and enhance people’s well-being.

     

    Taiwan and its allies in Latin America and the Caribbean enjoy robust relations, having long engaged in close cooperation across such domains as public health, health care, agriculture, education, ICT, and women’s empowerment. Joint endeavors aimed at benefiting the economy and people’s livelihoods have achieved significant success and earned widespread acclaim. (E)

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  • MIL-OSI China: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Website Maintenance Notification

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Ministry of Foreign Affairs Website Maintenance Notification

    • Date：2024-10-24
    • Data Source：Public Diplomacy Coordination Council

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (www.mofa.gov.tw) and its subdomains, including the Youth Programs website (www.youthtaiwan.net) and the Minister’s Mailbox (eyes.mofa.gov.tw), will be unavailable due to maintenance work on Saturday, October 26, from 12:00 to 15:00 (Taipei time). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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  • MIL-OSI China: MOFA response to US, ROK, and Japan national security advisors reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability and calling for peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues

    Source: Republic of Taiwan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    MOFA response to US, ROK, and Japan national security advisors reaffirming importance of cross-strait peace and stability and calling for peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues

    • Date：2024-10-26
    • Data Source：Department of North American Affairs

    October 26, 2024 

    US White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Japanese National Security Secretariat Secretary-General Takeo Akiba, and Republic of Korea National Security Office Director Shin Won-sik held a trilateral meeting in Washington, DC, on October 25. In a joint readout issued after the meeting, the three national security advisors reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, called for the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, and expressed strong opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo by force or coercion in the waters of the Indo-Pacific.

     

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) thanks the United States, Japan, and the ROK for continuing to jointly reiterate the importance of cross-strait peace and stability through high-level meetings of national security officials and diplomats, underscoring the high degree of international consensus on maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and the region. Taiwan will continue to work with the United States, Japan, the ROK, and other like-minded nations to preserve peace, stability, and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait and beyond.

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Income and Living Conditions 2022 (SILC): Indebtedness – More than one in eight people lived in a household with at least one arrear in 2022

    Source: Switzerland – Department of Home Affairs

    In 2022, 12.1% of the population lived in a household with at least one arrear. The most common arrears were for taxes and health insurance premiums. The most common type of debt was vehicle leases, with 14.5% of the population living in a household leasing a vehicle. Next came mortgages financing real estate other than main residence, at 12.6%. The main reasons for people taking out a loan vary depending on their income. These are some of the findings from the Survey on Income and Living Conditions (SILC) conducted by the Federal Statistical Office (FSO).

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: GUU held the second strategic session for MBA students in the Republic of Belarus

    Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    The State University of Management held the second strategic session for students of the professional retraining program “Master of Business Administration (MBA)”, studying within the quota established by the Government of the Russian Federation.

    The event was held at the Representative Office of Rossotrudnichestvo in the Republic of Belarus – the Russian House in Minsk.

    The strategic session “Effective tools for analyzing business processes of an organization”, conducted by the head of the department of industrial organizations management of the Institute of Industry Management Victoria Borisova and associate professors of the department of project management of the Institute of Industry Management Natalia Titova and Tatyana Chernova, is dedicated to tools for constructing, analyzing and identifying problems in existing business processes in an organization.

    During the two-day face-to-face session, MBA students also developed recommendations and projects for improving business processes in their organizations. More than 50 students of the program took part in the event.

    Let us recall that the first strategic session for MBA program students was held in April of this year.

    The State University of Management trains foreign citizens in additional professional education programs within the framework of the Eurasian Network University, whose activities are aimed at creating and developing a single educational space of EAEU universities. More than 250 students have already been trained in various additional professional programs in 2024.

    Subscribe to the TG channel “Our GUU” Date of publication: 10/29/2024

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

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  • MIL-OSI China: ​New board unveiled to empower China’s film industry

    Source: China State Council Information Office 3

    A new special committee was launched on Oct. 24 in Beijing to actively implement the central government’s instructions for the development of the film industry. This new committee intents to better empower filmmaking through industrialization and informatization, as well as harness technologies to create new quality productive forces for Chinese cinema.

    Representatives from several companies that found the Industry and Technology Film and Television Special Committee of the China Xia Yan Film Institute (CXYFI) pose for a photo with their respective certificates at a launch ceremony held in Beijing, Oct. 24, 2024. [Photo courtesy of CXYFI]

    Jointly established by the Industrial Culture Development Center under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and the China Xia Yan Film Institute (CXYFI), the Industry and Technology Film and Television Special Committee’s establishment was announced during the third meeting of the CXYFI’s fifth council, which coincided with the opening ceremony for the 14th Beijing International Internet Film Festival. 

    Sun Xing, deputy director of the Industrial Culture Development Center, will serve as the general advisor to this new special committee. The renowned filmmaker Zhang Jianya will take up the role of committee director while Zhang Lu, the secretary-general of the MIIT’s Industry and Science Fiction Film and TV Experts Committee, will be the committee’s secretary-general.

    A list of inaugural members was also revealed. These initial members cover various aspects of the industry, such as firms that focus on film production, distribution and promotion, and include 32 leading enterprises such as Shanghai-based Three-Body Universe Cultural Development Co., Ltd., iQiyi and Beijing Airmita Culture Development Co., Ltd.

    Sun emphasized in his speech during the announcement that the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) explicitly proposed that the nation needs to “achieve greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology,” highlighting the film industry’s stride toward self-reliance and high-quality development. He also noted that the rapid development of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual filming is profoundly impacting the transformation of the film industry. 

    According to information that was provided during the announcement, the Industry and Technology Film and Television Special Committee will prioritize promoting research, development, application and industrialization of film technologies and equipment, including advanced technologies like virtual production and artificial intelligence. It will focus on creating and producing industry-themed and sci-fi works, taking film industrialization as its primary responsibility. The committee also aims to foster integration and innovation of industry and culture as well as technology and art, contributing to the development of socialist cultural undertakings with Chinese characteristics. Additionally, it plans to organize industry exchange activities, regularly host forums and seminars to share technological advancements and trends, showcase the achievements of China’s film industry and boost Chinese cinema’s international influence.

    The China Xia Yan Film Institute is named after Xia Yan, a prominent Chinese screenwriter, pioneer, activist and leader of the Chinese Left-wing Cinema Movement in the 1930s.

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint Subcommittee holds first meeting today (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint Subcommittee holds first meeting today (with photos)
    Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint Subcommittee holds first meeting today (with photos)
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         The Commissioner for Chinese Medicine Development (C for CMD) of the Health Bureau (HHB), Dr Vincent Chung, chaired the first meeting of the Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint Subcommittee (CMDBSC) today (October 29), and discussed with members the major areas to be covered in the Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint in order to harness collective wisdom and insights.     Hong Kong embraces a healthcare system that incorporates both Chinese and Western medicine on a dual-track basis. The application of pure traditional Chinese medicine (CM) theories and methods for prevention and treatment of diseases is a distinctive advantage of CM in Hong Kong. The development of CM in Hong Kong has been progressing steadily over the past two decades or so. Complemented by the successive implementation of various policy initiatives, CM has emerged as an integral part of the city’s healthcare system. On this basis, the members were of the view that it is now an opportune time for Hong Kong to further strengthen the role of CM in the overall healthcare system. A framework should also be set up in a proactive manner to enable collaboration among the CM sector and other healthcare professions, with a view to providing more comprehensive Chinese and Western medical services to members of the public.     During the meeting, the members engaged in in-depth discussions and offered constructive suggestions on multiple major areas to be covered in the Blueprint, including establishing a comprehensive governance framework and service system for CM, upgrading CM education and professional training standards, constructing a professional development system for CM personnel, reviewing the prevailing regulatory framework and legislation for CM, cultivating interdisciplinary collaboration networks among CM practitioners, making good use of medical data to promote service development and support policy formulation, driving scientific research and innovation, facilitating the CM industry in levelling up and assisting high-quality CM products to go global, as well as fostering cultural inheritance and promotion of CM. The relevant suggestions, having regard to their nature, will be relayed to the three working groups under the CMDBSC, namely the Working Group on the Development of Chinese Medicine Services, the Working Group on the Development of Chinese Medicine Industry and Cultural Popularisation, and the Working Group on the Development of Chinese Medicine Profession and Talent Cultivation, for focused study and exploration to formulate a preliminary plan of the Blueprint and relevant strategies.     Dr Chung expressed gratitude to members for being keen to engage in the discussions and expression of views. He said, “The Chief Executive announced in the 2024 Policy Address that the Government will make use of Hong Kong’s advantages in its healthcare system, regulatory regime, standard-setting, clinical research and trade, and other areas to develop Hong Kong into a bridgehead for the internationalisation of CM, and publish the Blueprint next year. The Chinese Medicine Unit of the HHB will work towards these goals by pressing ahead with the consultation on the Blueprint and maintaining close liaison with local, Mainland and international stakeholders through different platforms and means to forge consensus, with a view to mapping out and formulating the vision and strategies for the future development of the CM sector in Hong Kong through concerted efforts.”     To gather a wider spectrum of views, the Government established the CMDBSC under the Chinese Medicine Development Committee (CMDC) on September 1 this year. Chaired by the C for CMD of the HHB, the CMDBSC comprises ex-officio members, Chairmen of the Chinese Medicine Practice Subcommittee and the Chinese Medicines Industry Subcommittee under the CMDC, representatives from the Chinese Medicine Hospital of Hong Kong and the schools of CM of three local universities, and persons from the fields of CM practice, CM drugs, other healthcare professions, testing, research and development, social services, education, etc. The CMDBSC is tasked to make recommendations to the CMDC on concrete strategies for the overall development of CM, as well as the short, medium and long-term objectives and respective feasible initiatives for the long-term planning.

     
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  • MIL-OSI Europe: President Erdoğan’s Message on UN Day

    Source: Republic of Turkey

    Following is the message President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued on October 24, United Nations Day and the 79th Anniversary of the Establishment of the United Nations Organization:
    “I congratulate the UN Secretary-General and the UN staff on the 79th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations (UN) Organization.
    The Organization commemorates its anniversary unfortunately with feelings of bitterness at a time when the number of UN officials who have lost their lives in Gaza and other conflict zones has reached record levels, peacekeeping missions have been attacked, and even the Secretary-General himself has been declared “persona non grata.”
    And yet, the destruction caused by conflicts all over the world, the ever-expanding and deepening state of hunger and poverty, Islamophobia and xenophobia that permeate the world, are increasing the duties and responsibilities that fall upon the United Nations. The proper fulfillment of these responsibilities can only be possible by ensuring appropriate conditions under which all the main organs of the United Nations, including the Security Council, can perform their functions.
    The United Nations, which was established 79 years ago today to protect future generations from wars and of which Türkiye was among the founders, is unfortunately in a state of inertia due to the inability of the Security Council, the body empowered with the broadest authority for this purpose, in the face of developments that trample both international law and human dignity. The Security Council, which has failed to take steps to end the genocide in Gaza, emboldens the perpetrators with this stance and undermines faith in the rules-based international system. It is vital that the Security Council takes and implements the measures required by international law, before the current situation in the Middle East turns into an even more devastating, large-scale crisis.
    Türkiye is ready to support all efforts to make the United Nations, which it considers to be the cornerstone of multilateralism, the hope for humanity again, and to transform the international system into an effective structure based on the principles of justice, equality and solidarity, free from double standards.
    We are determined to continue our concrete contributions to mediation, conflict prevention and peacekeeping, fight against terrorism, migration management, sustainability and environmental protection as well as to initiatives such as the Alliance of Civilizations, carried out under the umbrella of the Organization. The increasing presence of the UN in our country, especially in Istanbul, is another tangible manifestation of our enhanced cooperation with the UN.
    With these thoughts, I congratulate October 24, the United Nations Day, commemorate respectfully the UN employees who lost their lives on duty, and wish that the 79th anniversary of the Organization be auspicious for all humanity.”

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: President Erdoğan’s Message on 29 October Republic Day

    Source: Republic of Turkey

    My dear citizens living at home and abroad,
    My treasured friends sharing our happiness on this joyful day,
    I salute you all with my most heartfelt feelings, affection and respect.
    I congratulate our each and every citizen living in our country and all across the world on 29 October Republic Day.
    Also, on behalf of my country and nation, I thank all our guests and friends who share our joy in our country and in different geographies of the world.
    Today we are experiencing the happiness and rightful pride of marking the first anniversary of the new century of our Republic.
    Happy 101st anniversary of the proclamation of our Republic!
    I remember with gratitude all the founding cadres of our state, particularly Ghazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of our Republic, the final and eternal link of our thousands-year-long sequence of states.
    I wish Allah’s mercy upon our veterans and martyrs, who have sacrificed themselves for our independence and future since Malazgirt up to date.
    Our each brother and sister, who has sacrificed themselves for the sake of our future, especially our martyrs we lost in the attack on the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ facility, the leader organization of our defense industry, will always live in our hearts.
    As the poet who says, ‘People grow in cradles, to lie in a grave; and heroes sacrifice themselves, to make the homeland live,’ points out:
    I remember with grace all our heroes, who contributed to the establishment, sustainment and them leaving indelible marks in history of our states that reigned over the vast borders of our beloved geography.
    We are determined to make the independent, strong, dignified and prosperous Türkiye, which is the legacy of our states extending from the extending from the Seljuks to the Ottomans and finally to the Republic on the Anatolian lands, live forever.
    Our nation has a deep-rooted statecraft of over 2,200 years, which has manifested itself in the 16 stars on our presidential seal.
    We aim to use, develop and empower this heritage in a way to make the biggest contribution to the common heritage of the humanity with the participation of our kinsmen and friends.
    We will further embrace our civilizational values and this ancient historical perspective of our nation in order for peace, calm, security and justice prevail in our country, region and the world.
    Neither terrorist organizations nor those, who seek to wreak carnage in our region with expansionist ambitions, or imperialists who spoil them by supporting them can prevent us from achieving our goal.
    To that end, we work round-the-clock to raise our country above the level of contemporary civilizations, making up for our shortcomings wherever we have.
    During this period we have left behind with our nation’s support, we have really made great progress by making great sacrifices, foiling many insidious games and traps, and thwarting numerous treacherous attacks.
    We are now on the eve of a period during which we will be reaping the rewards of the sacrifices we have made in every area, from security and technology, diplomacy to economy.
    We have few obstacles to overcome, few problems to resolve ahead of us to reach the bright futures that we call the ‘Century of Türkiye’.
    We are well aware of the challenges caused by the attempts to undermine our country in economy as well as in other areas, particularly through security threats, in the past six years.
    In the similar vein, we know that by using all our means, we should eliminate the scourge of terror, which has wasted our energy, eroded our brotherhood and kept us away from our goals for 40 years.
    We would like to wide open the doors of a Türkiye, whereby we compete our joys, not pains, share our richness, not poverty, and germinate our hopes, not disappointments.
    As we stated in last year’s Republic Day message, we do whatever we do to glorify the great and strong Türkiye ideal without paying heed to malevolent people at home and abroad.
    With Allah’s help, our nation’s sagacity and support, and the political and military strength of our country, we are determined to make sure that our Republic emerges even stronger from the period we have entered.
    We believe from the bottom of our hearts that all the individuals of our nation, regardless of their origin, disposition or political view, and all our friends, no matter where they live, will stand with us in this historical struggle of ours.
    May my Lord help and guide us.
    With these thoughts, I wholeheartedly congratulate all our citizens living in Türkiye and abroad on 29 October Republic Day.
    May our martyrs rest in peace!
    Happy 101st anniversary of the proclamation of our Republic!
    May you all remain in good health…

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: To the staff of the Federal State Budgetary Cultural Institution “State Central Theatre Museum named after A.A. Bakhrushin”

    Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    On October 29, the museum celebrates its 130th anniversary.

    Dear friends!

    I sincerely congratulate you on this significant anniversary.

    For 130 years, the unique collection of the famous Moscow industrialist, patron and philanthropist Alexey Alexandrovich Bakhrushin has been carefully preserved and constantly replenished with priceless rarities. More than one and a half million exhibits, the largest collection of paintings, portraits and photographs, autographs and costumes that belonged to outstanding actors, directors and artists, scenery and playbills clearly demonstrate to visitors the four-century history of the development of the Russian theater, convey the atmosphere of past centuries.

    Today, the State Central Theatre Museum is a special cultural and educational space, a creative cluster. Exhibition, scientific and publishing activities are carried out here, large-scale educational projects and programs are implemented, international conferences, forums, seminars are held, attracting connoisseurs and fans of dramatic art and literature.

    It is important that the highly professional team continues the work of its predecessors, combining in its work a commitment to tradition, introducing modern technologies and multimedia solutions, and making a significant contribution to the preservation of the national theatrical heritage.

    I wish you new successes, achievements and all the best.

    Sincerely,

    M. Mishustin

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: “SME ReachOut: FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2024” to be held today and tomorrow (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

         With support from the Trade and Industry Department, the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is holding “SME ReachOut: FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2024” (the Fair) for two consecutive days starting today (October 29). The Fair seeks to provide information on government funding schemes and assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in undertaking digital transformation, with a view to bringing new impetus to SMEs’ sustainable development.

         Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Algernon Yau, said that supporting SMEs in developing new markets and pursuing new growth areas, and assisting SMEs in digitalisation and green transformation have long been the priority tasks of the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau and the Trade and Industry Department. This year’s Policy Address announced a number of initiatives, such as injecting $1 billion into the BUD Fund (Dedicated Fund on Branding, Upgrading and Domestic Sales), expanding the geographical coverage of E-commerce Easy to the 10 ASEAN countries, and providing more targeted funding support for enterprises to implement green transformation projects. He encouraged the trade to make good use of the various support measures to expand their business and embrace changes.

         The Fair, a leading annual event organised by “SME ReachOut”, contains five thematic zones, covering topics including government funding schemes, digital transformation, e-commerce, business expansion and ESG (environmental, social and governance). The Fair also features 10 thematic seminars, where experts will share information related to government funding schemes, digital transformation and e-commerce, enabling SMEs to understand the latest market trends and seek opportunities for co-operation and suitable solutions.

         Operated by the HKPC under the support of the Government, “SME ReachOut” has been in service since January 2020 to assist SMEs in identifying suitable government funding schemes and answer questions related to applications. The enhanced services of “SME ReachOut” rolled out in October 2023 have strengthened the support to SMEs on government funding applications and provided capacity building services for SMEs, including one-on-one technology/business know-how consultation meetings with SMEs and networking events for SMEs, as well as annual large-scale events, such as the Fair.

         Details of “SME ReachOut: FUND Fair plus Tech Sourcing 2024” are available at u.hkpc.org/fund_tech2024_en. For details of “SME ReachOut”, please visit smereachout.hkpc.org/en.

         For enquiries, please contact “SME ReachOut” (Tel: 2788 6868).            

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  • MIL-OSI: Share buybacks in Spar Nord Bank – transactions in week 43

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Company announcement no. 65
     

    In company announcement no. 10 2024, Spar Nord announced a share buyback programme of up to DKK 500 million. The share buyback was initiated on 12 February 2024.

    The purpose of the share buyback is to reduce the bank’s share capital by the shares acquired under the programme, and the programme is executed pursuant to Regulation (EU) No 596/2014 of 16 April 2014 (“Market Abuse Regulation”).

    In last week the following transactions were made under the share buyback programme.

      Number of shares Average purchase price (DKK) Transaction value (DKK)
    Accumulated from last announcement 2,727,197   343,387,069
    21 October 2024 14,000 138.18 1,934,520
    22 October 2024 14,000 140.39 1,965,460
    23 October 2024 14,000 142.08 1,989,120
    24 October 2024 14,000 140.18 1,962,520
    25 October 2024 14,000 139.93 1,959,020
    Total week 43 70,000   9,810,640
    Total accumulated 2,797,197   353,197,709

    Following the above transactions. Spar Nord holds a total of 2,918,269 treasury shares equal to 2.48 % of the Bank’s share capital.

    Please direct any questions regarding this release to Rune Brandt Børglum, Head of Investor Relations on tel. + 45 96 34 42 36.

    Rune Brandt Børglum
    Head of Investor Relation

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Making a difference in communities and social care: Westminster’s Community Catalysts Programme leads local change | Westminster City Council

    Source: City of Westminster

    Since the launch of the Community Catalysts Programme in Westminster earlier this year, the initiative has achieved remarkable success in fostering innovative, local micro-enterprises that support residents with learning disabilities, older people, and those with dementia.

    Funded by Westminster City Council, this two-year programme empowers local residents and community organisations to establish and grow sustainable community micro-enterprises through dedicated support, business advice and mentorship. From drama workshops to fitness and music sessions, these micro-enterprises are thriving, creating opportunities for social engagement and meaningful connections. Residents now have access to a diverse range of activities that improve mental and physical wellbeing, while also addressing some of the longstanding challenges within social care.

    Among the early success stories are Dende Collective, offering drama and arts activities for older people; Colliers Wood Shanty Singers, providing engaging musical experiences; and Creative Yoga Workshops, running accessible yoga sessions for all abilities. These enterprises exemplify the programme’s aim to foster independence and enable individuals to follow their passions while contributing meaningfully to their communities.

    Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health, Cllr Nafsika Butler-Thalassis, said:

    “We’re thrilled to see how the Community Catalysts Development Programme is transforming the way we think about social care in Westminster.

    Community Catalysts is not just creating businesses; it’s building a network of compassionate, local support that understands and responds to the unique needs of our residents. This programme is a testament to what can be achieved when we empower our communities to be part of the solution to social care challenges.

    The creativity and commitment of the micro-enterprises we’ve supported so far have been inspiring, and we’re excited to see even more residents get involved.”

    Andre Pink, Artistic Director of Dende Collective, also expressed the value of the programme:

    “Community Catalysts has been a helpful resource for us, offering support in areas like safeguarding, risk assessments, and connecting us with others in the community.

    As a small organisation, their input has streamlined some of the behind-the-scenes work, allowing us to focus more on what we’re passionate about — involving a wide range of diverse audiences with live theatre and making a positive difference locally.”

    As the programme continues to grow, Westminster City Council and Community Catalysts are calling on more local residents to join the network and set up or grow their own community enterprises. Whether you have an idea or an existing group that needs support, the programme is here to help turn those ideas into sustainable, impactful ventures.

    For more information on how to get involved or to access services provided by these new enterprises, visit the Community Catalysts website.

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Ghana’s Minister for National Security highlights the important role the country plays in the region The University of Aberdeen welcomed the Minister for National Security in Ghana, the Honourable Albert Kan-Dapaah, in a visit where he shared the important role Ghana plays in upholding democracy and resolving the security challenges in the region.

    Source: University of Aberdeen

    The University of Aberdeen welcomed the Minister for National Security in Ghana, the Honourable Albert Kan-Dapaah, in a visit where he shared the important role Ghana plays in upholding democracy and resolving the security challenges in the region.
    The delegation, which also included Emmanuel Dadzie, Technical Director at the Ministry of National Security and Mrs Ann-Marie Ekpale, Head of Human Resource at Ministry of National Security, was given a tour of the University’s 500-year-old campus and met with the Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Councillor David Cameron on Monday (October 28).
    Relations between the UK and Ghana are rooted in long-standing economic, political and cultural connections, since Ghana became independent from the UK in 1957. More recent commercial oil exploration and energy transition has led to the exchange of experiences and ideas with the industry in Aberdeen. Mr Kan-Dapaah was presented with a football shirt by Aberdeen Football Club in recognition of the connections between the regions.
    The Honourable Minister spoke during his visit on the political and security situation in the West African region and underscored the urgency for West Africa’s longstanding friends to empower the region to meet ongoing multidimensional challenges.
    He shared his perspectives on the decline in democracy in the region and highlighted the impact of the ongoing great power rivalry as a factor shrinking the space for meaningful regional and international security cooperation. 
    The speech also stressed the role of Ghana in upholding democracy and resolving the security challenges in the region and the upcoming General Elections and the country’s preparedness to ensure free, fair and peaceful elections.
    The University of Aberdeen has a large number of Ghanian students and more than 500 alumni including Hon. Prince Hamidu Armah, MP for Kwesimintsim Constituency, Western Region, who studied for a PhD in Mathematics Education at the University of Aberdeen.
    Many retain strong links with their Alma mater and in 2022 an Alumni Chapter for the University of Aberdeen was established in Accra.
    The Chapter aims to foster connections among graduates living and working in Ghana and serves as a bridge between alumni in Ghana and the broader University of Aberdeen community, helping to maintain and strengthen professional and personal ties beyond graduation.
    The University also has an active Ghana Students Society helping to create a sense of community among students, helping them connect, support each other, and build strong friendships while studying abroad. It promotes cultural exchange and understanding by organising events, workshops, and activities that showcase the traditions, customs, and history of Ghana.
    Dr Manu Lekunze, Lecturer in Politics and International Relations, introduced the Minister’s talk by highlighting why European security planners cannot ignore security developments in West Africa.
    He said: “These reasons include West Africa’s proximity to Europe, significant demographic change, strategic resources, and great power meddling that has implications for Europe
    “We were pleased to welcome the Honourable Minister to the University of Aberdeen and to hear first hand his insights into the role Ghana plays in the security challenges of the region.”

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