Asia Pacific

Expo City Dubai Hosts Global Urban Visionaries at CAF2025

November 1, 2024 Riya Shalgar 0

The Cities in Action Forum 2025 (CAF2025) is set to bring together over 500 city leaders, urban visionaries, investors, innovators, and industry leaders from across […]

Strengthening China-New Zealand Relations

China and New Zealand Launch Two-Year Fast-Track Patent Grant Program

October 31, 2024 Ch. Lalithaamba 0

China and New Zealand have announced a two-year fast-track patent grant program. This initiative, effective from November 1, 2024, to October 31, 2026, aims […]

China Urges Women To Get Pregnant As Birth Rate Declines

October 30, 2024 Devanshu Raj 0

India is currently the most populous country in the world after surpassing China. That’s why China urges women to get pregnant. China’s government is concerned […]

China and Finland Celebrate 74 Years of Diplomatic Relations

October 30, 2024 Rosette Monell 0

In a notable milestone, China and Finland are celebrating 74 years of diplomatic relations, highlighting a partnership characterized by mutual cooperation and shared prosperity. During […]

2033 Real Estate Strategy: Dubai’s Roadmap to Global Market Leadership

Dubai’s Ambitious 2033 Real Estate Strategy Unveiled at ‘Meet the CEO’ Session

October 29, 2024 Camelia Bhattacharyya 0

To bolster Dubai’s real estate market, the Dubai Land Department has unveiled the Dubai Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033. The announcement was made during the […]

CIBI Information, Inc., the country’s first and only local credit bureau, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pia Arellano as its new President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A seasoned and highly accomplished leader who has delivered profit and growth for companies in highly competitive and evolving industries, Pia is set to lead CIBI into an exciting new chapter of expansion and innovation. Pia has nearly 3 decades of experience across banking and financial services, payments, remittance and telco. She joins CIBI from TransUnion Philippines, where she was President & CEO. Prior to leading the helm at TransUnion Philippines, she also served as Visa’s Head of Sales & Senior Director for the Philippines & Guam. Pia started her career at Citibank Philippines where she launched Ready Credit in the market. She is a BS Economics Cum Laude graduate from the University of the Philippines. Her arrival marks a significant moment for CIBI, as the company strengthens its position as a leader in credit solutions, identity verification, and fraud prevention. “We are pleased to welcome Pia as our new President and CEO of CIBI. Pia brings with her a proven track record of delivering growth and has extensive expertise in the credit bureau and financial services sector making her the ideal leader to drive and accelerate CIBI’s transformative growth journey. As shareholders, we are excited about the new opportunities ahead for CIBI to bring cutting-edge credit risk analytics and identity solutions to financial institutions, businesses and consumers in the Philippines. We are confident that under Pia’s leadership, CIBI will play an even more pivotal role in shaping the financial landscape and driving inclusive economic progress for the country,” said Brahmal Vasudevan, Founder and CEO of Creador, key stakeholder of CIBI. Pia is a results-driven CEO with an entrepreneurial mindset. Her leadership values are anchored on passion coupled with compassion, integrity and excellence. “We are delighted to have Pia lead CIBI at this exciting stage. Her strong business acumen and deep relationships across key industries will be crucial in driving our strategic vision. We look forward to achieving new heights under Pia’s leadership, solidifying CIBI’s role as a catalyst for financial inclusion and economic growth,” said Francis Estrada, Chairman of the Board for CIBI. "I am deeply honored to be leading CIBI - a company with a long and rich history as the country's first credit bureau, deeply rooted in supporting our country’s financial infrastructure. We remain staunchly committed to being a key driver of nation-building and I look forward to collaborating with our customers, stakeholders and partners in achieving this vision,” Pia said. About CIBI Information Inc. (CIBI) CIBI Information Inc. is the Philippines' pioneering credit reporting agency, established in 1982 under the Central Bank of the Philippines (now Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas). Accredited by the Credit Information Corporation (CIC), CIBI serves as a trusted intelligence partner to over 500 organizations across diverse industries. With a team of over 200 dedicated professionals, CIBI offers a wide range of solutions that make credit and employment more accessible and inclusive for Filipinos. Acquired by Creador, a private equity firm, in 2020, CIBI has since collaborated with global leaders such as FICO, GDS, and AdvanceAI. It also works closely with CTOS, Malaysia’s leading credit reporting agency, to integrate international best practices into the Philippine market. CIBI is committed to remaining at the forefront of the information services industry, driving financial inclusion and creating economic opportunities nationwide. Pia Arellano,

CIBI names Pia Arellano as new Chief Executive Officer

October 28, 2024 Reeti Garg 0

CIBI Information, Inc., the country’s first and only local credit bureau, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pia Arellano as its new President & […]

FedEx contributed an estimated $1.7 billion indirectly to the Asia-Pacific region’s overall economy in FY 2024

FedEx Fuels Asia-Pacific Growth with $1.7 Billion Economic Boost in FY 2024

October 28, 2024 Sushmita Roy 0

In FY 2024, FedEx directly contributed an estimated 0.2% to net economic output in APAC’s Transportation, Storage, and Communications sector. FedEx also indirectly contributed an […]

Amit Shah Inaugurates South Asia’s Largest Land Port in West Bengal

October 27, 2024 Rosette Monell 0

The Integrated Check Post (ICP), a new passenger terminal, and the Maitri Dwar were inaugurated today by Indian Home Minister Amit Shah at Petrapole, West […]

Clashes in Dhaka: Demonstrators Seek President’s Removal Over Hasina’s Resignation Dispute”

Political Crisis in Bangladesh: Calls for President’s Resignation Intensify

October 24, 2024 Tanya Pandey 0

Bangladesh is currently engulfed in political turmoil following the sudden resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Her decision to step down came after months of […]

India and China Sign Landmark Deal to End Border Dispute

October 22, 2024 Tanya Pandey 0

India and China have agreed to expedite disengagement along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh, a major development in de-escalating the ongoing […]

Netanyahu warns ‘grave mistake’ after Hezbollah’s ‘Assassination’ attempt

October 20, 2024 Camelia Bhattacharyya 0

After a drone was launched towards his home in the Israeli town of Caesarea, Mr. Netanyahu issued the warning. He further cautioned that those targeting […]

Sinwar’s fingers to confirm that the Hamas chief was dead.

Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar’s Autopsy Report is ‘Spine-Chilling’

October 19, 2024 Bhavna Raikhola 0

The report uncovered that the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) troops had sliced off Sinwar’s fingers to confirm that the Hamas chief was dead. It also […]

Zhangjiajie’s Peaks Disappear in Mystical Sea of Clouds

Mesmerizing Sea of Clouds At The Zhangjiajie National Forest Park

October 19, 2024 Asra Mairaj 0

On Thursday, visitors to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park were treated to a breathtaking natural spectacle as a sea of clouds enveloped the park’s iconic sandstone […]

Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys Delight Visitors at Xi’an Wildlife Rescue Base

October 19, 2024 Asra Mairaj 0

Golden snub-nosed monkeys have been spotted frolicking at a rare wildlife rescue base in Xi’an, Northwest China’s Shaanxi province. These playful and adorable primates, known […]

6th World Media Summit Opens in Urumqi, Xinjiang

October 17, 2024 Riya Shalgar 0

The 6th World Media Summit officially commenced on Monday in Urumqi, the capital city of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The event, themed “Artificial […]

Rashakai SEZ: A Catalyst for Regional Economic Integration”

Rashakai SEZ: First phase of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor framework completed

October 17, 2024 Najuk Priya 0

The first phase of the Rashakai Special Economic Zone (SEZ), a flagship project under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework, has been successfully completed. This […]

Taiwan’s Coastal Zones Armed with Anti-Ship Missiles as China Conducts Drills

Taiwan Deploys Mobile Radars Amid Chinese Military Encirclement

October 14, 2024 Da'omiete Cotterell 0

Taiwan has taken effective defensive measures in response to China’s extensive military exercises, dubbed Operation Joint Sword 2024B. The Taiwanese Defense Ministry has deployed mobile […]

Zero Tax, Infinite Potential: UAE’s Crypto Mining Future

UAE’s Crypto Revolution: CNBC Arabia Unveils Bitcoin Mining Boom

October 14, 2024 William Ross 0

One notable advantage for Bitcoin miners in the UAE is the country’s zero-tax policy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is rapidly emerging as an influential […]

Fire engulfs restaurant in Karachi's Sindhi Muslim Society

Fire Erupts at Karachi’s Sindhi Muslim Society Restaurant

October 10, 2024 Najuk Priya 0

A fire broke out earlier today at the renowned Foods Inn restaurant in Karachi’s Sindhi Muslim Society (SMCHS), causing extensive damage to the property. Fortunately, […]

Dubai Tycoon Buys $50 Million Island for Wife To Wear Bikini!

October 9, 2024 Emma Grace 0

A video of Dubai-based housewife Soudi Al Nadak has gone viral on social media and news websites after revealing that her millionaire husband, Jamal Al […]