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Citi appoints Joy Cheng as Head of Citi Commercial Bank for Hong Kong


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2024 – Citi today announced the appointment of Joy Cheng as Head of Citi Commercial Bank (CCB) for Hong Kong, effective February 1, 2024. She succeeds Anson Kwok who retired on January 1, 2024.

In this role, Joy has oversight of the CCB business and operations in Hong Kong and is responsible for driving the business’ growth as well as financial performance. She reports to Gunjan Kalra, Head of Citi Commercial Bank for Asia North, Australia & Asia South clusters, and Aveline San, CEO and Head of Banking for Citi Hong Kong & Macau.

Joy brings over 30 years of experience in the banking industry across different roles. She began her career as a Management Associate at Citi and has held several senior roles in Corporate Banking. She was most recently Head of Corporate Banking for Hong Kong, a position she has held since 2019, where she was responsible for managing top-tier institutional clients, including corporates, public sector organizations, financial institutions, and local subsidiaries of multinational companies. In the past, she held other senior roles including Head of Financial Institutions for Hong Kong and Head of Asia Pacific Multinational Coverage for the Financial Institutions Group.

CCB is an integral part of Citi’s global strategy and a key engine for growth. It focuses on delivering Citi’s competitive product suite, including cash and liquidity management, foreign exchange, trade finance, capital markets, and lending solutions among others, to mid-sized corporates that are either global or looking at building an international footprint.

“Hong Kong is one of the largest markets by flow revenue for Citi Commercial Bank globally. We have gained considerable market share in Hong Kong over the past few years, working closely with mid-sized corporates in the healthcare, technology, industrials, consumer & retail, and services sectors. I am confident that under Joy’s leadership our business will thrive. Joy’s track record, experience and focus on client connectivity will be instrumental in taking us to the next stages of success in our Hong Kong business,” said Gunjan Kalra.

Citi is also focused on capturing the emerging opportunities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) as entrepreneurship and wealth creation in GBA flourishes. Citi’s global network and strong foothold across geographies is becoming increasingly relevant to these fast-growing mid-sized companies in GBA, which are going global at record pace.

“We are well-positioned to support Greater Bay Area companies with cross-border banking needs, helping them enter new markets and expand internationally,” said Aveline San. “Joy’s strong background in corporate banking will be invaluable as we support commercial bank clients on the next phase of their growth journeys.”

In Asia, CCB serves clients in 11 markets including Australia, mainland China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.

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About Citibank

Citi is a pre-eminent banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global leader in wealth management and a valued personal bank in its home market of the United States. Citi does business in nearly 160 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.

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“It’s a Family Matter” Stories of Abuse Gone Silent

“It’s a Family Matter” Stories of Abuse Gone Silent
FILE: the image is used only for representational purpose (photo: fighterlaw.com)

In Laos, family conflicts, especially between spouses, are generally known to be kept within the family’s scope. While outsiders might intervene elsewhere to ease the situation for couples, their assistance would often face refusal to prevent possible consequences towards the family, including gossip, retaliation, and being perceived as weak.

Former Thai PM Thaksin is Released on Parole After Serving 6 Months in Hospital

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, center, sits in a vehicle with his daughters Paetongtarn and Pinthongta after being released on parole on 18 February 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. (Photo: AP)

BANGKOK (AP) — Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was released on parole early Sunday, 18 February from a Bangkok hospital, where he spent six months serving time for corruption-related offenses.

Kriya Lightning Foundation Partners With Domestic Worker Communities to Launch Free Mental Wellbeing Improvement Program

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2024 – Kriya Lightning Foundation announces the launch of its transformative “Self-Care Sundays” series, featuring free workshops for migrant domestic workers facilitated by experienced teachers from the Kriya Lightning Foundation. This series aims to empower individuals by teaching them how to cultivate a healthy approach to their emotions, allowing for a release of pent-up stress and fostering overall well-being.

Through practical techniques shared during the Self-Care Sunday workshops, participants will gain valuable tools that they can implement independently, promoting self-education and empowerment. Additionally, the series includes guided meditation classes, providing a hands-on experience for attendees to let go of tension and find balance.

Kriya Lightning Foundation is partnering with multiple MDW-led charities to offer these workshops. Partners include Peduli Kasih, Social Justice for Migrant Workers and Self-Love Cupid. These meditation and mental wellbeing sessions are offered on Sundays, with the next session on March 3rd 2024. Details regarding workshops can be found at https://www.kriyalightningfoundation.org/events.

Giving To the Community

Migrant domestic workers play a pivotal role in modern Hong Kong families, from housework down to childcare. However, they face issues such as fewer rights, lack of privacy, and limited access to self-care resources. In the spirit of service, accessibility, and compassion, Kriya Lightning Foundation is reaching out to support the migrant domestic workers of Hong Kong.

Providing help to others is something that has been at the very core of the Kriya Lightning Foundation from the very beginning. Everyone, regardless of background and financial situation, deserves access to tools that can help them find happiness. As an NGO dedicated to improving mental wellness, all workshops offered are free of charge and accessible to all.

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About The Kriya Lightning Foundation

The Kriya Lightning Foundation is a Hong Kong-based NGO dedicated to helping people around the world. What started as two people figuring out how to deal with stress and emotional discomfort 10 years ago evolved into a journey to share discoveries of original techniques such as Open Awareness, to help others find peace and happiness within themselves.

Kriya Lightning Foundation offers practical methods to train the mind and body to let go of attachments and resistances through meditative techniques. The techniques offered are a culmination of 10 years of refinement, designed with goals to help increase clarity and meet emotional challenges with proven results from their from their community.

For more information about the Kriya Lightning Foundation, please visit

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Yuno announces Jonathan Hall as the new Asia-Pacific Head

Yuno, a leading global payment orchestration platform, appoints Jonathan Hall as Asia-Pacific Head, marking a new era in its expansion into other markets.


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2024 – Yuno, a leading global payment orchestration platform, has appointed Jonathan Hall as Asia-Pacific (APAC) Head, to drive its commercial strategy and regional presence. Hall brings extensive payment expertise from companies like Rapyd, PayPal, and Hyperwallet.

Jonathan Hall, Asia-Pacific (APAC) Head, Yuno
Jonathan Hall, Asia-Pacific (APAC) Head, Yuno

Simultaneously, Yuno has appointed Carol Grunberg as Director of Business Development. Leveraging her experience at companies like Citi, Northwestern Mutual, Ant (Alibaba Group), and Google, Grunberg will lead strategic initiatives to enhance Yuno’s operational excellence, combining traditional financial acumen with innovative technology.

Regarding these appointments, Juan Pablo Ortega, Yuno’s CEO and co-founder, stated: “Carol Grunberg and Jonathan Hall’s arrival marks a new era for Yuno, solidifying our market position and reaffirming our mission to revolutionize the global payment system.”

The payment orchestrator has successfully facilitated transactions in over 40 countries with 300+ payment methods, serving renowned clients like InDrive and Rappi. In this way, Yuno highlights its adaptability and versatility, offering innovative features such as one-click payment modifications, Smart Routing, and unified anti-fraud tool integration.

InDrive, a demonstration of shared success

For instance, InDrive, a taxi app where passengers and drivers negotiate fares in advance, recently shared the results of their partnership with Yuno, achieving a 90% payment approval rate, significantly boosting their expansion across Latin America in less than eight months.

This collaboration aims to optimize global transaction options, as InDrive operates in over 50 countries, enabling comprehensive payment coverage and intelligent payment routing. Julián Núñez, Yuno’s co-founder, emphasizes, “InDrive now utilizes multiple processors, automatically selecting alternatives if one is rejected, prioritizing higher acceptance rates, lower transaction costs, and a better user experience”.

With success stories like InDrive, fueled by Jonathan Hall and Carol Grunberg’s appointment, Yuno reaffirms its commitment to facilitating international transactions, empowering companies with innovative tools to effectively manage their digital financial operations.
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Yuno

Yuno has emerged as a dominant force in the realm of global payment orchestration, boasting an influential footprint that spans over 300 payment methods. Expertly engineered to streamline a wide array of payment methods, it integrates unparalleled fraud detection capabilities, ensuring both ease of use and robust security in handling transactions. The system is replete with advanced features such as “one-click” checkout and advanced Smart Routing technology. Additionally, Yuno features an intelligent interface that facilitates seamless data integration and synthesis.

The core mission of Yuno is to empower global commerce by providing innovative and secure payment solutions, incorporating strong fraud prevention and security measures. Yuno enables businesses of all sizes to accept and disburse any form of payment anywhere in the world, fostering financial inclusivity and ensuring seamless and secure transactions.

Discover more about Yuno’s groundbreaking services at

Greenbriar Announces Dividend Policy and Expanded Real Estate Project Pipeline


Scottsdale, Arizona – Newsfile Corp. – February 16, 2024 – Greenbriar Sustainable Living Inc. (TSXV: GRB) (OTC PINK: GEBRF) (“Greenbriar” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that our new Greenbriar Director Chris Harvey, has recommended for executive approval, which is granted, a cash dividend policy whereby 35% of the annual free cash flow (FCF) derived from any of the company’s projects, specifically at this time Sage Ranch and Montalva, will be distributed to all shareholders via a future annual cash dividend that is in compliance with all standard and customary regulatory policies in both Canada and the United States. Further, starting prices at our Cardero Ranch project will be approximately USD $200,000 for a 650 square foot starters unit and the corporate terms for the entire project begins at a carried interest of 20% of the FCF net of third source funding. The project is outlined for 3,500 units of mixed use.

In addition, the company is actively engaged to acquire a sizeable entry-level housing project in both Southern Arizona and Hawaii. Details on the projects to follow.

For new readers of Greenbriar, Chris Harvey was previously CEO of JP Morgan Securities. (part of JP Morgan Chase NYSE: JPM USD $4 Trillion AUM).

Chris began his career at JP Morgan 39 years ago, and helped build out the firm’s overall investment banking capabilities. His roles included client banker, head of foreign exchange options, emerging markets derivatives, and then built an advisory and solutions team focused on corporate finance valuation, as well as tax and accounting efficiency. He was also responsible for reputational risk for the firm’s investment bank in the Americas.

After spending several years as the Chief Country Officer for Japan, Chris then ran the Wealth Management business for all of Latin America, with his final position as the CEO of JP Morgan Securities for four years.

Chris is from Columbus, Ohio and holds a degree in Economics from Harvard College.

Greenbriar is named as one of the top performers on the TSXV Venture Exchange. The 2023 TSX Venture 50 celebrates the strongest performances on the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSXV” or “the Exchange”) over the last year. Comprised of 10 companies from each of five industry sectors, the ranking recognizes the strongest performance on the Exchange based on market capitalization growth, share price appreciation and trading volume.

We are extremely proud to have earned a 2023 TSX Venture Top 50 ranking, selected from 1,713 TSXV public companies. Since inception, Greenbriar has demonstrated its ability to successfully make and develop accretive acquisitions resulting in year-over-year asset growth.

About Greenbriar Capital Corp:
Greenbriar is a leading developer of sustainable real estate and renewable energy. With long-term, high impact projects and led by a successful industry-recognized operating and development team, Greenbriar targets deep valued sustainable assets directed at accretive shareholder value.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jeffrey J. Ciachurski
Chief Executive Officer and Director
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The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the accuracy or adequacy of this release. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Service Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

This news release includes “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities laws and United States securities laws (together, “forward-looking statements”). All statements included in this news release, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements with respect to the Debenture and the use of gross proceeds. Forward-looking statements include predictions, projections and forecasts and are often, but not always, identified by the use of words such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, “estimate”, “expect”, “potential”, “target”, “budget”, “propose” and “intend” and statements that an event or result “may”, “will”, “should”, “could” or “might” occur or be achieved and other similar expressions and includes the negatives thereof.

Forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions and estimates that, while considered reasonable by management based on the business and markets in which the Company operates, are inherently subject to significant operational, economic, and competitive uncertainties, risks and contingencies. These include assumptions regarding, among other things: general business and economic conditions. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate and actual results, and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations include those described under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” in the Company’s most recently filed MD&A (a copy of which is available under the Company’s SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com). The Company does not undertake to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except in accordance with applicable law.

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VinFast Partners with Five Dealers in Indonesia


JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 February 2024 – At the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2024, VinFast Auto officially signed the Letter of Intent with five dealers in Indonesia. The signing marks an important step in expanding VinFast’s distribution network in the Indonesian market and strengthening its brand recognition and competitiveness globally.

VinFast Partners with Five Dealers in Indonesia

The first VinFast dealers in Indonesia include BAM, GCC, and GSU, with headquarters in Jakarta; MCA, based in Medan; and Majesty, headquartered in Batam. These agreements will help VinFast quickly establish its brand presence and link to local customers.

Indonesian dealers are expected to start selling the VF 5, VF e34, VF 6, and VF 7 models later this year following their official launches in the market. Pricing and sales details, including order times and after-sales policies, will be officially announced in the first half of 2024.

Mr. Tran Quoc Huy, VinFast Indonesia CEO, said: “VinFast is delighted to partner with leading automotive dealers in Indonesia to bring local customers modern, exciting, and eco-friendly mobility solutions. We believe these agreements pave the way for a strong development foundation for VinFast and its partners, while also unlocking boundless opportunities for the local and regional sustainable transportation industry.”

Mr. Hartono Kurniawan, Director of BAM said: “We are thrilled to partner with VinFast, a brand renowned for its green vision and strong foundation in the electric vehicle industry. This strategic cooperation will bring high-quality, competitively priced vehicles with youthful design and outstanding after-sales support to the Indonesian market, promoting the development of the domestic electric vehicle industry.”

VinFast aims to expand its electric vehicle distribution network this year to cover all major cities in Indonesia. This move demonstrates VinFast’s determination to quickly become the preferred electric vehicle brand for Indonesian consumers, as well as illustrates its global vision, including the goal of promoting the zero-emission transportation revolution for a green future for everyone.

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About VinFast

VinFast – a member of Vingroup – envisions driving the advancement of the global smart electric vehicle revolution. Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing complex with globally leading scalability that boasts up to 90 percent automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

Strongly committed to the mission of a sustainable future for everyone, VinFast constantly innovates to bring high-quality products, advanced smart services, seamless customer experiences, and pricing strategy for all to inspire global customers to jointly create a future of smart mobility and a sustainable planet. Learn more at: .

Savannakhet Takes Initiative in Weather Monitoring With Advanced Equipment

Meteorological equipment (Photo: Savanhphathana News)

Savannakhet Province is set to become the first province in Laos to revolutionize its weather monitoring capabilities with the installation of state-of-the-art Light-Emitting Diode (LED) screens and advanced meteorological equipment.