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Kohat University of Science and Technology Partners with MindHYVE.ai™ to Pioneer AI-Powered Learning and Academic Transformation in Pakistan

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KOHAT, Pakistan, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a milestone for higher education in Pakistan, Kohat University of Science & Technology (KUST) has entered into a strategic partnership with MindHYVE.ai™ to introduce ArthurAI™, an advanced agentic AI learning platform, into its academic ecosystem.

Pioneering the future of learning — KUST partners with MindHYVE.ai™ to bring agentic AI education to Pakistan’s classrooms
Pioneering the future of learning — KUST partners with MindHYVE.ai™ to bring agentic AI education to Pakistan’s classrooms

The collaboration—formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on October 21, 2025—marks KUST as the first public university in Pakistan to pilot an agentic AI learning platform that integrates artificial intelligence with pedagogy, personalization, and data-driven academic innovation.

The initiative aligns with Pakistan’s Open and Distance Learning (ODL) framework, positioning KUST at the forefront of digital transformation in education.

ArthurAI™: Enabling Intelligent, Personalized Learning

Developed on MindHYVE’s educational reasoning framework, ArthurAI™ is designed to make education adaptive, data-informed, and accessible at scale.

The platform leverages Learning Cognitive Profiling (LCP) — an AI system that continuously analyzes student learning patterns to deliver personalized content, insights, and feedback in real time.

Early institutional deployments have demonstrated measurable improvements in:

  • Instructional efficiency, reducing manual course-preparation time and enabling educators to focus on mentorship and research.
  • Student engagement, supported by adaptive content generation and predictive analytics.
  • Learning continuity and accessibility, through a secure, cloud-based architecture optimized for reliability and performance.

At KUST, the ArthurAI™ Academic Excellence Edition will be implemented across select faculties to evaluate the impact of AI-personalized instruction, data-driven teaching analytics, and real-time curriculum adaptation within classroom and distance-learning environments.

Integrating AI Literacy for the Future Workforce

The partnership will also explore the integration of The Dawn Directive, a groundbreaking AI literacy and fluency program authored by MindHYVE’s agentic AI educator — and developed under the California Institute of Artificial Intelligence (CIAI).

Through this program, KUST students and faculty will gain exposure to AI literacy, digital communication, data ethics, and responsible AI collaboration, ensuring readiness for the emerging AI economy.

The partnership also emphasizes transparency, inclusivity, and responsible technology deployment, aligning with international frameworks for ethical and explainable AI in education.

Dr. Syed Zafar Ilyas, Vice Chancellor of KUST, stated:
“This collaboration represents a turning point for Pakistani higher education. By integrating MindHYVE’s intelligent learning technologies, KUST is embracing the future of academic innovation — one where education is adaptive, data-driven, and student-centered.”

Bill Faruki, Founder and CEO of MindHYVE.ai™:
“With ArthurAI™, education becomes truly personalized and inclusive. Our partnership with KUST creates a scalable model for AI-integrated learning that supports educators, empowers students, and ensures responsible innovation across institutions in Pakistan.”

About Kohat University of Science & Technology (KUST)

Established in 2001, KUST is a leading public university located in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The institution offers programs across science, technology, management, and life sciences, and is committed to academic excellence, research innovation, and the digital transformation of higher education (www.kust.edu.pk)

About MindHYVE.ai™

MindHYVE.ai™ is redefining the boundaries of intelligence by engineering autonomous systems and deploying domain-specific AGI agents across real-world sectors. Powered by the Ava-Fusion™ large reasoning model and architected for agent coordination, swarm intelligence, and adaptive autonomy, MindHYVE’s technology stack is revolutionizing law, medicine, finance, education, and governance.

With operations in North America, Asia, and Africa, MindHYVE.ai™ is on a mission to democratize access to transformative intelligence and architect the infrastructure for post-scarcity economies. Backed by HYVE Labs, the company continues to shape the future of agentic systems on a global scale.

Website: www.mindhyve.ai | Email: hello@mindhyve.io | Contact: +1 (949) 200-8668

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Email: marc.ortiz@mindhyve.io

Super Terminal Expo 2025 Opens 4-6 November in Hong Kong

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Asia’s Premier Terminal Development Event Welcomes Industry Leaders to AsiaWorld-Expo

HONG KONG, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Super Terminal Expo 2025, Asia’s leading event for passenger and cargo terminal planning, design, and development, opens next week on 4-6 November, at AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong. This three-day event will showcase cutting-edge terminal solutions and foster strategic partnerships across the region’s aviation and transport sectors.

Strategic Industry Partnerships

Organised by Informa Markets, Super Terminal Expo is proud to collaborate with key industry organisations including Hong Kong International Airport, Aviation Week Network, Hong Kong International Aviation Academy, International Cooperation & Service Centre, CAAC, HKIA Consultancy, and Global Airport Development (GAD). These collaborations create comprehensive networking opportunities across the terminal development ecosystem.

Exhibition Highlights

Attendees will meet leading exhibitors including AECOM, Arup, AtkinsRéalis, SITA, NEC, and Nuctech, who will showcase innovative technologies and services. You’ll have the chance to:

  • See the newest terminal technologies and operational solutions
  • Engage directly with over 100 leading brands shaping the future of transport
  • Connect face-to-face with more than 200 senior industry peers and decision-makers from airports, airlines, logistics, and government bodies
  • Explore business opportunities across Asia-Pacific markets

Register now to join at this premier industry event!

Conference Programme: 100+ Sessions Across 9 Key Themes

The Super Terminal Expo Conference delivers more than just networking—it’s a premier learning platform. Over 100 sessions will be held across three stages, featuring hands-on demonstrations, case studies, and strategic insights from industry pioneers.

Brand New Forums This Year

Taking advantage of Hong Kong’s perfect location as the gateway to the Greater Bay Area and a major aviation hub, we’re launching two exciting new forums:

  • Low Altitude Economy Forum x AWN AAM Awards 2025 – This full-day programme brings together innovators, operators, regulators, and investors to explore urban air mobility, drone logistics, and low-altitude transport that’s changing how we think about last-mile delivery and city transport.
  • Air Silk Road Forum – Learn how Asia’s new trade routes are taking shape, with insights into cross-border terminal connections and the infrastructure that’s driving the modern Silk Road economy.

Specialised Forums

  • Airport Leaders Forum – Hear directly from aviation’s top executives about what’s shaping the future of terminal development
  • Cargo & Logistics Forum (presented by Cathay Cargo) – Dive into the latest cargo handling tech and automated systems
  • Air Cargo Forum – Focus on air freight solutions and digital transformation
  • Design & Development Forum (sponsored by AtkinsRéalis) – Learn about sustainable terminal design and improving passenger flow
  • Rail & Metro Operations Forum(sponsored by MTR Corporation) – Look at integrated transport hubs and seamless connections
  • Ground Operations Forum – Discover what’s new in operational efficiency and baggage handling
  • Asia-Pacific Airport Non-Aeronautical Forum (co-hosted with Airport Business Review) – Find out how airports are making money beyond traditional operations

Register now to secure your access to all forum sessions and gain insights from industry pioneers.

Airport Dialogues: Real Conversations & Solutions

Five intensive 90-minute closed-door roundtable sessions serve professionals actively shaping airport operations’ future. These intimate discussions cover critical themes including:

  • “Designing Sustainable Airport Cities” moderated by Michael Portier from Surbana Jurong.
  • “Future Airport Ops: Rethinking Apron Efficiency” led by Prof Rakesh Nagi from Singapore University of Technology & Design.
  • “Smarter Screening, Safer Borders: Exploring AI Imaging in Airport Security,” moderated by Alan Xavier Tan from Changi Airport Group.
  • “Constructing Tomorrow’s Terminal while Improving Today’s Experience”, sponsored by Arup and moderated by Arup Fellow Regine Weston.
  • Executive Strategy Session – hosted by McKinsey for senior airport and government leaders.

Behind-the-Scenes Access: Exclusive HKIA Tours

In partnership with Hong Kong International Airport, attendees gain unprecedented access to behind-the-scenes tours of key airport operations. These small-group experiences offer rare insider perspectives on the innovation and infrastructure powering one of the world’s busiest airports.

Tour themes include:

  • Air Cargo Visit at Cainiao Hong Kong Express
  • Airport Operations featuring the HKIA Brand Centre
  • Baggage Services and Handling Systems
  • Smart AirportInnovations at the HKIA Innovation Lab

GAD Asia: Sustainable Airport Development

GAD Asia, co-located with Super Terminal Expo, focuses on sustainable airport business growth through best practice financing, management, and strategy. The forum connects airport operators, investors, regulators, and industry experts to identify opportunities for Asia’s next-generation airport infrastructure. Learn more about GAD Asia.

Celebrating Excellence: STE Awards 2025 & Gala Dinner

The STE Awards honour excellence across six categories, including Best Airport Design, Best Cargo Hub, and Best Sustainable Initiative. Winners will be announced during the Gala Dinner aboard a luxury cruise on 4 November, set against the stunning backdrop of Victoria Harbour.

Get the Most from Your Visit with Our App

The Super Terminal Expo app offers personalised matchmaking, session bookmarks, and real-time updates to help attendees maximise their experience. Download the app now to plan your visit and connect with the right people. 

Learn more about the app here.

Super Terminal Expo 2025 is your chance to connect with Asia’s terminal development community, see the latest innovations, and build partnerships that will shape aviation’s future. Join us in Hong Kong this November to be part of the conversation about the next generation of terminal operations across Asia-Pacific. Register NOW!

Catalent Debuts New Corporate Brand, Elevating Customer Service Excellence by “Championing the Missions that Matter™”

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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Catalent, Inc., a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization, today unveiled its new corporate brand, marking a strategic evolution that underscores the company’s commitment to delivering unparalleled customer service and its focus on “championing the missions that matter.” The new approach reflects Catalent’s dedication to helping its pharmaceutical, biotech and consumer health customers bring their life-enhancing and life-changing solutions to those who need them most.

“At Catalent, we believe that every medicine, therapy and product we help develop, manufacture and deliver exemplifies our commitment to put patients first in everything we do,” said Alessandro Maselli, President and Chief Executive Officer. “This new brand and simplified approach speak not only to who we are today, but to the impact we have on global health, working side-by-side with our customers to achieve their goals and transform lives around the world.”

Catalent’s new brand comes at a pivotal time, as the company continues to build momentum and expand its global impact following its transition to private ownership under Novo Holdings in December of 2024. With the recent announcement of its new global headquarters in Tampa, Fla., Catalent anchors its operations across more than 40 sites worldwide, reinforcing Catalent’s global reach and readiness to meet the demands of an increasingly complex global healthcare ecosystem.

“Our customers count on us to help drive their efforts to make a difference in people’s lives,” said Trish Hunt, Group Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. “Our new branding reflects exactly who we are and how we deliver: a company that puts patients first, provides tailored solutions with unparalleled service and champions every customer’s mission as if it were our own. It’s a bold step forward that aligns our identity with the experience that sets Catalent apart.”

Over the past decade, Catalent has supported the development and manufacture of products representing half of all FDA approvals. The company produces over 60 billion doses per year and has over 1,000 active development programs at any given time. Catalent has deep partnerships with customers of all sizes, from small or virtual organizations to large global companies. The company scales its approach according to what its customers need for their program to be a success.

The new branding is being launched on Catalent’s website (www.catalent.com) and social medias and through updated marketing materials.

CCTV4: The documentary Homeland Restored: 80 Years Since Taiwan’s Recovery from Japanese Occupation is set to premiere

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BEIJING, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — To honour the 80th anniversary of Taiwan’s recovery from Japanese occupation, China Media Group proudly announces the premiere of a six-episode historical documentary series titled Homeland Restored: 80 Years Since Taiwan’s Recovery from Japanese Occupation starting November 1st.

Drawing on extensive historical archives and the insights of both scholars and eyewitnesses, this documentary series underscores a key fact: that the Chinese mainland and Taiwan are two parts of an inseparable community with a shared future together. Highlighting that Taiwan’s restoration to China is an outcome of the WWII victory and part and parcel of the postwar international order, it stresses that China’s reunification is an irreversible trend of history. The film also helps audiences across the Strait and around the world better understand the history of the Chinese mainland and Taiwan standing together in the fight against foreign invasion, fostering a deeper sense of national and cultural identity among Taiwan compatriots.

In making this documentary series, the production team traveled extensively across China and abroad. As well as filming a wealth of invaluable historical relics, they also delved into archival documents, diaries, letters and obtained many rare video materials – many of which will be revealed to the public for the first time come the airing of the series.

The documentary series also provides a systematic review of international legal documents, such as the Cairo Declaration and the Potsdam Proclamation, that unambiguously affirm China’s sovereignty over Taiwan. It also unveils for the first time rare archival materials from the U.S. National Archives and relevant historical institutions in Taipei, presenting solid evidence that powerfully refutes fallacies such as the “undetermined status of Taiwan” and the new “two-state” theory, reaffirming that the historical and legal fact of Taiwan’s return to China is indisputable.

The documentary Homeland Restored 80 Years Since Taiwan’s Recovery from Japanese Occupation is set to premiere
The documentary Homeland Restored 80 Years Since Taiwan’s Recovery from Japanese Occupation is set to premiere

 

South Pacific Metals Corp Announces Start of Drilling Program at Ontenu Northeast

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Vancouver, British Columbia – Newsfile Corp. – October 30, 2025 – South Pacific Metals Corp. (TSXV: SPMC) (OTCQB: SPMEF) (FSE: 6J00) (“SPMC” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce the commencement of its maiden drilling program at Ontenu Northeast prospect within its Osena project area, Papua New Guinea. The Project lies within a major NE-SW corridor known as the Kainantu Transfer Zone, which also hosts the large Kainantu Gold-Copper mine being mined by K92 Mining Ltd.

The drilling will test whether the northwest trending mineralised structures discovered by SPMC (and described in September 17, 2025, and October 6, 2025, news releases) are surface expressions of deeper epithermal Au-Cu veins, like those currently mined by K92 at their Kora and Judd deposits.

Targets include recently discovered mineralised structures where surface samples returned up to 3.95 g/t Au, 645 g/t Ag and 1.56 % Cu across a 6 m wide outcrop.

In addition, five other structures with rock chip samples up to 13.9 g/t Au and 388 g/t Ag will also be tested.

The Company expects to drill four to six holes, for a total of about 1500m, to the end of 2025 field season.

“The drill program marks a major milestone for South Pacific. Ontenu Northeast has not been drilled before,” said Timo Jauristo, CEO of the Company. “The whole team is excited to start drilling these holes, aimed at testing the deeper parts of these mineralised structures for high-grade epithermal Au-Cu veins. The first drill hole is planned to intersect several of these structures at depths between 100m to 250m. The remainder of the program will further test this structure as well as some of the other mineralised structures.”

Figure 1 Regional location map showing Ontenu NE in the Kainantu Transfer Structure

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Figure 2 Wider Ontenu NE Prospect Area

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Figure 3 Maiden drill hole site

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South Pacific Metals Corp.
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Email: info@southpacificmetals.ca

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Disclaimer and Forward-Looking Information

Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve various risks and uncertainty affecting the business of SPMC. In making the forward-looking statements, SPMC has applied certain assumptions that are based on information available to the Company, including SPMC’s strategic plan for the near and mid-term. There is no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Forward-looking statements may involve various risks and uncertainties affecting the business of the Company. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified as such because of the context of the statements, including such words as “believes,” “anticipates,” “expects,” “plans”, “may”, “estimates”, or words of a similar nature. Forward-looking statements or information in this news release relate to, among other things: ongoing exploration and future exploration programs, including results therefrom and impact thereof. These forward-looking statements and information reflect the Company’s current views with respect to future events and are necessarily based upon a number of assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company, are inherently subject to significant operational, business, economic, regulatory, or other unforeseen uncertainties and contingencies. These assumptions include, without limitation: success of the Company’s projects, prices for metals remaining as estimated, currency exchange rates remaining as estimated, availability of funds for the Company’s projects, capital, decommissioning and reclamation estimates, prices for energy inputs, labour, materials, supplies and services (including transportation), no labour-related disruptions, no unplanned delays or interruptions in scheduled exploration, all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals are received in a timely manner, and the ability to comply with environmental, health and safety laws. The foregoing list of assumptions is not exhaustive. The Company cautions the reader that forward-looking statements and information involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results and developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements or information contained in this news release and the Company has made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factors. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Such factors include, without limitation: fluctuations in gold prices, fluctuations in prices for energy inputs, labour, materials, supplies and services (including transportation), fluctuations in currency markets (such as the Canadian dollar versus the U.S. dollar), operational risks and hazards inherent with the business of mineral exploration, inadequate insurance or inability to obtain insurance to cover these risks and hazards, the Company’s ability to obtain all necessary permits, licenses and regulatory approvals in a timely manner, changes in laws, regulations and government practices, including environmental, export and import laws and regulations, legal restrictions relating to mineral exploration, increased competition in the mining industry for equipment and qualified personnel, the availability of additional capital, title matters and the additional risks identified in the Company’s filings with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca). Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, described, or intended. Investors are cautioned against undue reliance on forward-looking statements or information. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and, except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances. Mineralization hosted on adjacent and/or nearby properties is not necessarily indicative of mineralization hosted on the Company’s property.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

STRADVISION Submits Preliminary Application for KOSDAQ Listing

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — STRADVISION, an automotive software company pioneering deep learning–based perception technology for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Vehicles, announced that it has submitted a preliminary application for a technology-special listing on the KOSDAQ market to the Korea Exchange. KB Securities serves as the lead underwriter for the listing.

STRADVISION develops and supplies deep learning based perception software that enables vehicles to detect and recognize their surroundings with high precision and efficiency. Recognized for its technological maturity, commercialization readiness, and market competitiveness, the company received A and BBB ratings from two independent technology evaluation agencies, ratings that signify strong performance and reliability in its core technology and support its eligibility to submit a preliminary application for a technology-based special listing on KOSDAQ.

The company’s flagship product, SVNet, is a deep learning–based perception software that analyzes images captured by in-vehicle cameras in real-time to recognize a wide range of road objects, including pedestrians, vehicles, lanes, and traffic lights. As a purely camera-based solution, SVNet achieves high-precision recognition without LiDAR and delivers real-time performance even on low-power automotive SoCs, thanks to its lightweight model architecture.

Since its commercialization in 2019, SVNet has been applied to 50 vehicle models across 13 global automakers. Through close collaboration with major OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, STRADVISION continues to accelerate the mass production development of next-generation ADAS and autonomous driving systems. Building on these robust partnerships, the company is also advancing joint development projects with new OEM and Tier-1 customers in Europe and North America to further expand its global market presence.

Leveraging its differentiated technological capabilities and proven commercialization track record, STRADVISION has surpassed 4 million cumulative global installations of SVNet as of the first half of 2025. Notably, about 1 million additional mass-produced vehicles were equipped with SVNet in the first half of this year alone, underscoring the rapidly growing adoption of its software in production vehicles.

Junhwan Kim, CEO of STRADVISION, said, “As the importance of camera-based perception technology and AI software continues to rise in the autonomous driving industry, STRADVISION has proven both its technological reliability and commercialization competitiveness through mass production programs and joint developments with leading global automakers. Moving forward, as a key partner driving the evolution of autonomous driving technology, we will continue to deliver innovative vision solutions and expand global collaborations to accelerate the era of safer and smarter mobility.”

For more information on STRADVISION and its industry-leading technologies, please visit STRADVISION.

About STRADVISION 

Founded in 2014, STRADVISION is an automotive industry pioneer in artificial intelligence-based vision perception technology for ADAS. The company is accelerating the advent of fully autonomous vehicles by making ADAS features available at a fraction of the market cost compared with competitors. STRADVISION’s SVNet is being deployed on various vehicle models in partnership with OEMs; can power ADAS and autonomous vehicles worldwide; and is serviced by over 300 employees in Seoul, San Jose, Detroit, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Dusseldorf. STRADVISION has been honored with Frost & Sullivan’s 2022 Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award, the Gold Award at the 2022 and 2021 AutoSens Awards for Best-in-Class Software for Perception Systems, and the 2020 Autonomous Vehicle Technology ACES Award in Autonomy (software category). In addition, STRADVISION and its software have achieved TISAX’s AL3 standard for information security management, as well as being certified to the ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management Systems and ISO 26262 for Automotive Functional Safety. 

Mandala Capital secures Green Climate Fund approval to scale climate adaptation and transform food systems in South and Southeast Asia

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SINGAPORE, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Mandala Capital, a private equity fund investing in the agriculture and food sectors across South and Southeast Asia, announced today that the Green Climate Fund (“GCF”) has officially approved the Mandala Capital SSEA Food Fund at its 43rd Board Meeting.

GCF committed USD 36 million as an anchor investor in the USD 250 million blended finance fund aimed at accelerating climate adaptation across the region’s agrifood systems.

Bridging the Investment Gap in Agriculture

Agriculture and food systems across South and Southeast Asia face a significant financing gap, despite their vital role in regional livelihoods and global food security. Agriculture contributes to 13% of regional GDP and employs over one-third of the population, yet investment in climate-resilient agriculture remains insufficient.

At the same time, climate change is expected to reduce crop yields by 10–20% in the coming decades, threatening the livelihoods of millions of smallholder farmers.

“For years, we’ve heard that private finance is hard to mobilize for climate adaptation, today, Mandala Capital and the GCF are proving otherwise. Through the SSEA Food Fund, concessional capital from GCF is unlocking, through Mandala, millions in private investment that will strengthen the resilience of thousands rural households across three Southeast Asian countries.” said Demetrio Innocenti, Climate and Gender Specialist at Mandala Capital.

Driving Climate Resilience in Agriculture and Food Systems

Through GCF’s commitment, Mandala Capital will mobilize additional private investment to scale climate adaptation solutions and strengthen value chains that support over 12 million people across South and Southeast Asia.

“This partnership demonstrates how blended finance can bring the private sector to the forefront of climate action, mobilizing investments that strengthen food security and build climate resilience across the Philippines and the region. The Philippines’ NDA welcomes Mandala Capital’s commitment to channel a portion of the fund’s investment into local initiatives, supporting innovative SMEs that can deliver real, scalable impact. This initiative underscores how private capital can be effectively leveraged to accelerate resilience and transformation in the agrifood sector.” Said Mr. Joven Balbosa Undersecretary, International Finance Group, Philippines NDA.

Mandala Capital SSEA Food Programme will invest in profitable, scalable companies that are driving the shift toward more affordable, accessible, and climate-resilient food system. Its primary climate rationale addresses the region-specific challenges like food wastage, price surges, malnutrition, low agricultural productivity and escalating protein demands.

“With 15 years of experience, a team based in South and Southeast Asia, strong strategic partnerships, and a deal pipeline built through long-standing relationships, Mandala Capital is well positioned to deliver strong financial return while driving climate resilience. 

The GCF investment reinforces the climate ambition and provides the blended finance structure needed to bring in additional private capital and scale transformative adaptation solutions across the region in the agriculture and food sector.” said Uday Garg, Founder and Managing Partner at Mandala Capital

Mandala brings a proven track record, having successfully exited 80% of its investments across its first two funds, demonstrating the team’s ability to execute and deliver value for investors.

Partnering for Scalable Impact

“The Mandala Capital SSEA Food Programme is strongly aligned with GCF’s strategy. It will strengthen food and income security by investing in small and medium enterprises that support climate-resilient agriculture across Southeast Asia. The blended finance structure will mobilize private capital into adaptation-focused investments via a sustainable financing model which will build long-term resilience“, said Kavita Sinha, Director of the Green Climate Fund’s Department of the Private Sector Facility.

With GCF’s anchor commitment, Mandala Capital is now raising its $250 million blended finance fund to scale climate adaptation solutions and build more resilient food systems.

Investors and partners interested in learning more are invited to contact us at kcygler@mandala-capital.com / ir@mandala-capital.com 

About Mandala Capital

Mandala Capital is a private equity firm investing across the food and agriculture value chain within Southeast Asia and India. Since 2008, Mandala Capital has deployed over USD 250 million across the sector, working closely with management teams to build industry leaders to transform existing food systems.

For more information, visit www.mandala-capital.com

About the Green Climate Fund

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is the world’s largest climate finance institution, supporting developing countries in their transition toward low-emission and climate-resilient development. GCF has a portfolio of USD 18 billion delivering transformative climate action in more than 130 countries. 

For more information, visit www.greenclimate.fund

Saudi Arabia Redefines Wealth in Shift From Oil Dependence

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In an analytical article published in Asharq Al-Awsat titled “How is Saudi Arabia Redefining Wealth and Economic Sovereignty?”, writer Faisal Abu Zaki explored the profound transformations taking place in the Kingdom’s economic structure under Saudi Vision 2030. He emphasized that the Kingdom is not merely rebuilding its economy but fundamentally redefining wealth and economic sovereignty by transitioning to an economy based on knowledge, technology, and people.

Abu Zaki noted that Saudi Arabia’s non-oil economy exceeded 57% of GDP in the first quarter of 2025, while non-oil revenues increased from SAR 164 billion in 2015 to more than SAR 502 billion in 2024. This reflects the success of the economic diversification policies implemented by the Saudi government, led by the Ministry of Finance and its specialized centers.

He explained that the concept of wealth has now shifted beyond natural resources to include investment in human capital and the development of national capabilities in AI, digital technologies, renewable energy, and semiconductors. Abu Zaki noted that Saudi Arabia is steadily moving toward building a sustainable sovereign economy that relies on knowledge production rather than oil rent.

Abu Zaki added that the Public Investment Fund (PIF) now represents a new model of economic sovereignty based on strategic expansion into future-oriented sectors. At the same time, the fiscal and financial policies overseen by the Ministry of Finance and the National Debt Management Center (NDMC) provide a framework that reinforces fiscal discipline and ensures long-term sustainability.

Abu Zaki also reviewed labor market indicators, noting that the overall unemployment rate declined to 3.2% in the first quarter of 2025, while women’s participation in the labor force rose to more than 36%. He emphasized that “the Kingdom’s new wealth lies not only in its resources, but in the capabilities of its people, who form the foundation of its economic transformation.”

In his conclusion, Abu Zaki emphasized that the concept of economic sovereignty in the Saudi experience is now based on the ability to make financial decisions domestically and invest national returns in building knowledge, rather than relying on external sources or being vulnerable to global market volatility. This positions the Saudi economy as a distinctive model for redefining wealth in the 21st century.

Communication & Financial knowledge (Mutamem) values this national media contribution, which highlights the depth of the economic transformations taking place in the Kingdom. The Center affirms that raising financial and economic awareness in society is a fundamental pillar for achieving sustainable economic sovereignty.

Through its programs and initiatives, the Center continues to support the Ministry of Finance’s objectives in promoting financial literacy and empowering society with financial knowledge tools, thereby contributing to building a responsible financial culture aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

Comm. & Financial Knowledge Center 
https://cfkc.gov.sa -@CFKC_KSA 

 

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