Tangki minyak diserang di lepas pantai sekutu AS (VIDEO) kewangan

Tangki minyak diserang di lepas pantai sekutu AS (VIDEO)

(SeaPRwire) - Kapal itu merupakan kapal ketiga yang disasarkan di rantau ini sejak Washington dan Israel melancarkan serangan ke atas Iran Seorang anak kapal telah terbunuh dalam serangan ke atas tangki minyak di pantai Oman, media tempatan melaporkan pada Isnin, memetik Kementerian Pertahanan. Kapal itu merupakan kapal ketiga yang disasarkan di rantau ini sejak AS dan Israel melancarkan serangan ke atas Iran. Serangan pengeboman besar-besaran ke atas Iran bermula pada Sabtu, membunuh Pemimpin Tertinggi Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, pegawai kanan, dan beratus-ratus orang awam. Iran telah bertindak balas dengan serangan peluru berpandu dan dron ke atas Israel dan pangkalan AS, sementara eskalasi itu telah mengganggu perkapalan di laluan penting Selat Hormuz. Tangki minyak berbendera Kepulauan Marshall, MKD VYOM, telah diserang oleh bot yang dikendalikan jauh yang sarat dengan bahan letupan semasa ia belayar 52 batu nautika (lebih 95 km) di pantai Wilayah Muscat, menurut pihak berkuasa Oman. Serangan itu mengakibatkan kebakaran dan letupan di bilik enjin utama, dengan satu kematian dan baki 21 anak kapal dipindahkan, tambah mereka. Rakaman video yang beredar di media sosial menunjukkan kapal itu sebahagiannya diliputi asap hitam tebal. Lebih awal hari ini, UK Maritime Trade Operations Center melaporkan bahawa dua kapal telah disasarkan oleh pelancar peluru di Emiriah Arab Bersatu – satu berhampiran Sharjah dan yang lagi satu berhampiran Mina Saqr – dengan anak kapal dilaporkan selamat dan kebakaran terkawal. Terletak di antara Iran dan Oman, Selat Hormuz mengendalikan kira-kira satu perlima daripada penghantaran minyak dan gas laut dunia. Walaupun pihak berkuasa Iran berkata ia kekal terbuka kepada tangki, laporan media mencadangkan bahawa perkapalan sebahagian besar dihentikan kerana risiko serangan. Reuters melaporkan pada Ahad bahawa sekurang-kurangnya 150 tangki, termasuk kapal mentah dan LNG, sedang berlabuh di perairan Teluk di luar Selat Hormuz, dengan berdozen lagi pegun di luar titik sempit itu. Pengeinsur telah memberi amaran kepada pemilik kapal bahawa mereka akan membatalkan polisi dan menaikkan kos perlindungan bagi kapal yang melintasi Teluk dan Selat itu, menurut broker yang dipetik oleh Financial Times. Minyak mentah Brent secara ringkasnya melonjak ke paras tertinggi 14 bulan pada Isnin, melompat kira-kira 13% dan mencecah sekitar $82.37 setong. Sementara itu, niaga hadapan gas piawaian Eropah melonjak kira-kira 50%, menandakan pergerakan satu hari terbesar sejak Mac 2022.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Ahli Parlimen AS nafi rancangan penggantian rejim untuk Iran kewangan

Ahli Parlimen AS nafi rancangan penggantian rejim untuk Iran

(SeaPRwire) - Presiden Donald Trump dan Perdana Menteri Israel Benjamin Netanyahu telah menggesa rakyat Iran untuk menjatuhkan kerajaan mereka Amerika Syarikat tidak mensasarkan pemimpin Iran dan tidak cuba menggantikan kerajaan Republik Islam, kata Wakil Mike Turner. AS dan Israel menyerang Iran pada hari Sabtu, membunuh Pemimpin Tertinggi Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dan pegawai kanan lain. Presiden AS Donald Trump menggambarkan serangan itu, yang digelar Operation Epic Fury, sebagai pembalasan atas dendam selama beberapa dekad dan sebagai peluang untuk pasukan anti-kerajaan di Iran untuk merampas kawalan negara – mencerminkan seruan oleh Perdana Menteri Israel Benjamin Netanyahu. “Presiden Amerika Syarikat menunjukkan bahawa kami mensasarkan pihak tentera, infrastruktur ketenteraan dan bukan rejim, dan bukan pertukaran rejim,” kata Turner pada hari Ahad dalam rancangan 'Face the Nation' CBS News. Ahli parlimen itu, seorang bekas kanan Republikan dalam Jawatankuasa Perisikan Dewan, berkata Setiausaha Negara Marco Rubio mengesahkan kepadanya pada hari Sabtu bahawa “kami tidak mensasarkan Khamenei dan kami tidak mensasarkan kepimpinan di Iran.” Apabila ditanya sama ada ini bermakna Israel membunuh Khamenei tanpa kelulusan AS, Turner mengelak, dengan memanggil kematian pemimpin Iran itu sebagai bukti bahawa “lebih baik menjadi kawan Amerika Syarikat daripada seorang autoritarian yang pembunuh.” Rumah Putih dijadualkan untuk memberi taklimat kepada Kongres mengenai operasi itu pada hari Selasa. Serangan itu datang beberapa hari sebelum perbahasan mengenai resolusi kuasa perang yang dicadangkan yang boleh menghalang rancangan pentadbiran jika ia tidak ditangguhkan. Rang undang-undang itu disokong oleh ahli parlimen yang ingin mengukuhkan kuasa berperlembagaan Kongres untuk mengisytiharkan perang. Keputusan Trump untuk meluluskan operasi ketenteraan yang berisiko – bercanggah dengan janji kempennya untuk mengelakkan percampuran asing – telah mencetuskan spekulasi meluas dalam podcast politik Amerika tentang apa yang mempengaruhinya. Spekulasi itu berjulat daripada 'sugar rush' selepas penculikan berjaya Presiden Venezuela Nicolas Maduro pada bulan Januari, kepada Israel mengugut serangan unilateral yang melibatkan senjata nuklearnya yang tidak diisytiharkan, kepada ugutan yang dikaitkan dengan ahli kewangan yang telah meninggal dunia Jeffrey Epstein, seorang yang disyaki sebagai aset perisikan Israel.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Serangan AS ke atas Iran tidak disokong majoriti rakyat Amerika – tinjauan pendapat kewangan

Serangan AS ke atas Iran tidak disokong majoriti rakyat Amerika – tinjauan pendapat

(SeaPRwire) - Kebanyakan responden percaya Presiden Donald Trump terlalu bersedia untuk menggunakan kekuatan tentera Hanya satu daripada empat rakyat Amerika meluluskan kempen tentera AS terhadap Iran, menurut satu tinjauan Reuters/Ipsos yang diterbitkan pada Isnin. Serangan besar-besaran AS-Israel ke atas Iran bermula pada Sabtu, membunuh Pemimpin Tertinggi Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dan pegawai kanan lain, bersama-sama dengan beratus-ratus orang awam. Tehran telah membalas dengan serangan udara ke atas Israel dan beberapa negara Teluk yang menempatkan pangkalan tentera AS. Tinjauan hujung minggu terhadap kira-kira 1,300 orang dewasa AS mendapati hanya kira-kira 27% meluluskan serangan itu, 43% tidak meluluskan, dan 29% tidak pasti. Tambahan pula, 56% rakyat Amerika – termasuk satu daripada empat Republikan – berkata Presiden AS Donald Trump, yang telah mengarahkan serangan di Venezuela, Syria, dan Nigeria dalam beberapa bulan kebelakangan ini, “terlalu bersedia untuk menggunakan kekuatan tentera” dengan alasan memajukan kepentingan AS. Walaupun 55% Republikan meluluskan serangan itu, 42% berkata mereka kurang berkemungkinan untuk menyokong kempen Iran jika askar AS terbunuh atau cedera. Tinjauan itu ditutup sebelum Pentagon mengesahkan lewat Ahad tiga anggota perkhidmatan AS telah terbunuh dan beberapa lagi cedera. Kebimbangan harga bahan api juga membebani: 45% berkata mereka kurang berkemungkinan untuk menyokong kempen itu jika harga petrol atau minyak meningkat. Harga minyak global melonjak sehingga 13% pada Isnin berikutan kebimbangan terhadap trafik kapal tangki melalui Selat Hormuz, laluan air sempit antara Iran dan Oman yang membawa kira-kira 20% daripada bekalan minyak dan gas global. Reaksi terhadap kempen itu di Capitol Hill telah berbelah bahagi. Senator Republikan sebahagian besarnya menyokong keputusan Trump, dengan Lindsey memujinya kerana “memulakan pengakhiran kejahatan dan kegelapan” di Timur Tengah. Kebanyakan Demokrat, bagaimanapun, menuduh presiden memintas Kongres sebelum “menarik negara kita ke dalam satu lagi perang asing,” seperti yang dinyatakan oleh Adam Schiff. Bernie Sanders memanggil serangan itu “perang yang haram, dirancang dan tidak berperlembagaan” yang melanggar undang-undang antarabangsa, manakala Tim Kaine melabelkannya sebagai “kesilapan besar” dan berkata beliau akan memaksa undian minggu ini mengenai resolusi kuasa perang untuk menyekat keupayaan Trump menggunakan kekuatan terhadap Iran tanpa kelulusan kongres. “Ini adalah presiden yang bertanding untuk menamatkan peperangan namun telah menggunakan tentera tanpa kebenaran kongres di pelbagai lokasi… Dan seterusnya di mana? Kami tidak tahu,” katanya pada Ahad, sambil menambah bahawa undian yang gagal pun boleh memberi tekanan kepada Rumah Putih untuk mengubah haluan atau mendedahkan lebih banyak butiran terlebih dahulu. Laporan terdahulu mendakwa Setiausaha Negara Marco Rubio hanya memaklumkan 'Geng Lapan' – sebuah kumpulan kecil dwipartisan pemimpin kongres – beberapa jam sebelum operasi bermula.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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‘Ini adalah mimpi ngeri terburuk Dubai’: Serangan peluru berpandu menggegarkan status tempat selamat Las Vegas Timur

(SeaPRwire) - Selamanya, telah menjual dirinya kepada orang asing sebagai oasis bersinar matahari, selamat dan bebas cukai.Gambar damai itu telah hancur pada hari Sabtu apabila pancaran ke atas Dubai, membakar sebuah resort bintang lima, mengancam bangunan tertinggi dunia, dan menyebabkan satu orang terbunuh dan tujuh orang lain tercedera di lapangan terbang di ibu negara Abu Dhabi.Iran menyerang dan beberapa negara jiran-nya semasa menyerang kembali dari , menyebabkan ketakutan dan kekacauan di tempat yang sebelum Sabtu adalah diam dan terduga."Ini adalah mimpi buruk Dubai, kerana esensinya bergantung kepada menjadi oasis selamat di kawasan yang bermasalah," kata Cinzia Bianco, pakar mengenai Teluk Persia di European Council on Foreign Relations dalam . "Mungkin ada cara untuk bertahan, tetapi tidak ada jalan kembali."Pihak pentadbiran telah cuba untuk menenangkan penduduk dan pelawat bahawa sistem pertahanan udara negara adalah antara yang terbaik di dunia, menembak turun helikopter tanpa awak dan peluru berpandu."Saya tahu ini adalah masa yang menakutkan untuk ramai penduduk," kata Reem Al Hashimy, menteri perdagangan antarabangsa kepada CNN. "Kami tidak pernah dengar bunyi-bunyi keras seperti ini. Tetapi pada masa yang sama, itu adalah bunyi-bunyi penangkapan. Dan di mana terdapat kerosakan - kebanyakannya adalah serpihan."Kesan daripada serangan telah merosakkan usaha Emirati untuk mengurangkan ketegangan dengan Iran walaupun terdapat keraguan lama terhadap jiran di seberang Teluk. UAE telah menutup ruang angkasa pada hari Sabtu, menutup kedutaan di Tehran pada hari Ahad, dan menarik diplomat mereka kerana serangan itu."Keputusan ini mencerminkan kedudukannya teguh dan tidak berubah terhadap sebarang pencerobohan yang mengancam keselamatan dan kedaulatan negara," kata Kementerian Luar Negeri dalam kenyataan. Ia menyebut serangan itu sebagai "pendekatan agresif dan provokatif" yang mengancam kawasan itu.Federasi tujuh negeri yang kaya dengan minyak telah bergantung kepada imejnya sebagai tempat tenang untuk menarik pelancong kaya, orang-orang perniagaan dan penduduk masa hadapan yang ingin hidup dengan bebas cukai dan mewah di gurun bersebelahan laut. Hampir 90% daripada anggaran 11 juta penduduk adalah orang asing.Firma hartanah menjual bangunan tinggi berkilauan dan vila tepi kolam kepada orang Eropah dan Amerika kaya dengan mempromosikan iklim yang mesra dan dasar-dasar mesra perniagaan, dan menonjolkan ia sebagai salah satu tempat yang paling selamat di dunia.Walau bagaimanapun, selepas ratusan serangan helikopter tanpa awak dan peluru berpandu, reputasi itu telah terjejas."Malam tadi agak surreal," kata jurulatih kuda balap British Jamie Osborne, yang berada di Dubai untuk Emirates Super Saturday. "Anda berdiri di padang latihan melihat peluru berpandu ditembak melalui langit."Kementerian Pertahanan berkata pada hari Ahad bahawa pertahanan udara telah menangani 165 peluru berpandu balistik, dua peluru berpandu siri dan lebih daripada 540 helikopter tanpa awak Iran dalam tempoh dua hari.Walaupun pihak pentadbiran berkata mereka telah menangkap semua serangan udara pada hari Sabtu, serpihan daripada senjata yang terjatuh telah menyebabkan kebakaran di beberapa lokasi ikonik Dubai.Videos dan foto media sosial menunjukkan kebakaran di luar hotel Fairmont di pulau tiruan berprestij Palm Jumeirah, api menyala pada facade hotel terkenal Burj Al Arab, dan asap naik ke langit berhampiran Burj Khalifa, bangunan pencakar langit setinggi 2,723 kaki (830 meter).Terdapat juga kebakaran di Pelabuhan Jebel Ali Dubai, terminal laut utama bandar dan pelabuhan kargo utama, dan Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Dubai telah rosak dan empat pekerja tercedera, mengikut Pejabat Media Dubai.Kristy Ellmer, yang sedang dalam perjalanan perniagaan dari New Hampshire, berkata dia menjauhi tingkap hotel tetapi berasa agak selamat walaupun terdapat banyak letupan."Kamu sering dengar banyak letupan, tahu, ada ratusan," katanya. "Ia membuat orang tidak tenang. Kami tidak biasa dengar bom, kan, atau peluru berpandu."Louise Herrle, pelancong Amerika yang penerbangan pulang bersama suaminya dari Dubai telah batal, berkata itu adalah kali ketiga dia cuba untuk mengunjungi kawasan itu. Perjalanan sebelumnya telah dibatalkan oleh wabak COVID-19 dan serangan Hamas terhadap Israel pada Oktober 2023.Dengan perjalanan Abu Dhabi dan Dubai mereka kini tamat, dia kurang cenderung untuk kembali ke Emirati atau kawasan itu."Saya mungkin akan cuba untuk mengelakkan bahagian dunia ini apabila terdapat peningkatan ketegangan, ia hanya meletup begitu cepat," kata Herrle.Mungkin, katanya, "aliran semesta sedang cuba untuk memberitahu kita sesuatu."-Jurnalis Associated Press Julie Walker di New York dan Marc Levy di Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, menyumbang kepada laporan ini.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. 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UBS menyampaikan amaran bahawa tindakan Trump terhadap Iran merupakan satu lagi kegoyangan bagi hutang kerajaan berita

UBS menyampaikan amaran bahawa tindakan Trump terhadap Iran merupakan satu lagi kegoyangan bagi hutang kerajaan

(SeaPRwire) - “Presiden Trump menunjukkan serangan boleh berterusan selama empat atau lima minggu, dan sudah ada laporan tentang keperluan untuk mengisi semula stok senjata dengan segera. Itu berpotensi menambah defisit fiskal,” kata Paul Donovan dari UBS.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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‘Sila hormati waktu pejabat’: von der Leyen EU dihina kerana jawapannya terhadap krisis Iran kewangan

‘Sila hormati waktu pejabat’: von der Leyen EU dihina kerana jawapannya terhadap krisis Iran

(SeaPRwire) - Huruhara yang semakin teruk di Timur Tengah nampaknya tidak cukup untuk pegawai birokrasi Brussels memotong hujung weekend mereka Pengerusi Suruhanjaya Eropah, Ursula von der Leyen, telah mendapat ejekan kerana tindak balasnya terhadap krisis Iran selepas mengumumkan bahawa mesyuarat kecemasan mengenai situasi tersebut boleh menunggu sehingga selepas pegawai birokrasi EU menikmati weekend mereka. Serangan AS-Israel ke atas Iran bermula pada hari Sabtu, membunuh Ketua Tertinggi Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, pegawai kanan, dan beratus-ratus warga sipil, termasuk lebih 100 murid sekolah rendah dalam serangan ke atas sebuah sekolah rendah. Iran bertindak balas dengan beratus-ratus serangan peluru berpandu dan dron ke atas Israel dan pangkalan AS di seluruh Teluk Persia, termasuk di Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, dan UAE. “Untuk keselamatan dan kestabilan rantau, adalah amat penting bahawa tiada peningkatan lagi melalui serangan tidak wajar Iran ke atas rakan kongsi di rantau ini,” tulis von der Leyen di X pada lewat hari Sabtu. Walau bagaimanapun, perhatian awam tertumpu pada catatannya dalam catatan yang sama bahawa dia akan panggil “Kolej Keselamatan khas” untuk bincangkan situasi di Iran pada hari Isnin, yang membawa kepada gelombang ejekan di X. “Perang Dunia Ketiga berlaku secara langsung. Orang Eropah: ‘Perang bermula pada hari Isnin,’” tulis seorang pengguna, berkongsi imej lelaki sedang minum kopi di kafe. Seseorang lain meletakkan meme yang berkata: “Iran baru sahaja dihancurkan dengan nuklear. Orang Eropah: Terima kasih atas emel anda. Saya sedang keluar pejabat untuk lawatan ski tahunan sehingga 7 April 2026.” Ejekan semakin teruk; menjelang pagi Isnin, bahagian komen meningkat kepada lebih 11,000 catatan. “Kita perlu menjelaskan bahawa kestabilan dan keselamatan rantau tidak lebih penting daripada melindungi weekend. Weekend mesti dilindungi. Sebab kita adalah EU selepas semua,” tulis Siqi Chen, pengasas bersama dan CEO Runway AI. Wartawan senior iPaper Benjamin Butterworth ejek: “Sayang rakyat Iran, saya ingin membantu, tetapi kami akan membuat fondue dengan Agnetha malam ini.” “Tiada apa yang menunjukkan pengurangan krisis mendesak seperti ‘jumpa dalam empat puluh lapan jam’,” tulis seorang pengguna. “Pada masa depan kami meminta semua perang mematuhi Arahan Masa Kerja Eropah,” tambah seorang lagi. “Sila. Hormati. Masa. Pejabat.” kata seorang lagi. Pengguna mengejek birokrasi EU dan “ketidak mampuan geopolitik” blok tersebut, mencadangkan bahawa Brussels mencipta chat WhatsApp untuk mempercepatkan perbincangan. Sesetengah orang berpendapat bahawa kelewatan itu disengajakan, mengatakan bahawa blok tersebut sedang menunggu krisis “diselesaikan sendiri” sebelum memutuskan bagaimana untuk bertindak balas. Pada tahap negara, tindak balas Eropah berbeza-beza. Dalam kenyataan bersama, Perancis, Jerman, dan UK mengatakan bahawa mereka “tidak mengambil bahagian” dalam serangan AS-Israel, tetapi mengutuk tindak balas Iran. Sepanyol dan Norway mengambil nada yang lebih kritikal, memberi amaran bahawa serangan AS-Israel akan meningkatkan ketegangan di rantau tersebut. Tindak balas global lebih keras. Moscow mengecam serangan AS-Israel sebagai melanggar undang-undang antarabangsa dan Piagam PBB, menyeru untuk kembali kepada diplomasi dengan segera. Kementerian Luar China menyeru “hentikan tindakan ketenteraan dengan segera,” menekankan bahawa “kedaulatan nasional, keselamatan dan integriti wilayah Iran harus dihormati.” India, Brazil, dan Union Afrika menyeru pentahan, pengurangan krisis, dan perbincangan berterusan. Demonstrasi besar-besaran berlaku di beberapa rantau sebagai tindak balas terhadap serangan tersebut, baik pro-Iran dan anti-perang, dan protes anti-Amerika berlaku di Pakistan dan Iraq.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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With Step-Out Drilling Continuing, Radisson Demonstrates Meaningful Resource Growth at O’Brien with an Updated Mineral Resource Estimate ACN Newswire

With Step-Out Drilling Continuing, Radisson Demonstrates Meaningful Resource Growth at O’Brien with an Updated Mineral Resource Estimate

Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - March 2, 2026) - Radisson Mining Resources Inc. (TSXV: RDS) (OTCQB: RMRDF) ("Radisson" or the "Company") is pleased to report an updated Mineral Resource Estimate ("MRE") at its 100%-owned O'Brien Gold Project ("O'Brien" or the "Project") located in the Abitibi region of Québec. The Company is currently undertaking a fully-funded 140,000-metre step-out drill program at the Project with the objective of determining the scope of mineralization to a depth of 2 kilometres. This program commenced in 2025 and is expected to continue through the first half of 2027. Today's updated MRE is an interim report that demonstrates the impact of recent drilling successes completed as of December 31, 2025. Highlights include:82% increase in Inferred Mineral Resources from step-out drilling intersecting new mineralization, with 1.69 million ounces ("Moz") in 10.37 million tonnes ("Mt") at 5.08 grams per tonne ("g/t") gold ("Au");8% increase in Indicated Mineral Resources with 0.63 Moz in 3.49 Mt at 5.59 g/t Au;Estimated using US$2,500/oz Au and 2.2 g/t Au cut-off, with a refined geological model and capping strategy, establishing the go-forward basis for future, modern mine development.Matt Manson, President and CEO: "Today we report the first of several planned, step-by-step updates to the MRE at the O'Brien Gold Project, quantifying the impact of our recent drilling success and establishing a clear foundation for future, modern mine development. With just 25% of our 140,000 metre step-out drill program completed, the new vein mineralization delineated beneath the historic mine workings and the previous mineral resource volume (Radisson news release dated February 12, 2026) has resulted in an 82% increase in the quantity of Inferred Mineral Resources, now 1.69 Moz (10.37 Mt at 5.08 g/t Au). At the same time, we have refined the estimate of Indicated Mineral Resources, incorporating more tonnes at a lower average grade for an 8% increase in contained ounces, now 0.63 Moz (3.49 Mt at 5.59 g/t Au). Our estimates utilize a 2.2 g/t Au cut-off at a reasonable gold price assumption of US$2,500/oz.""The former O'Brien Mine was known for high-grade ore-shoots mined in small volumes. Mining ended in 1957 with the gold price at US$35/oz. Significant volumes of mineralized vein material, below what we believe to have been a 7 g/t to 8 g/t Au cut-off, were left untouched. Now, we are presenting the Project as it should be viewed for future development: not as a bespoke deposit of extreme grade and limited scale, but as an extensive Abitibi vein deposit with a substantial inventory of mineralized material amenable to modern mechanized mining at higher throughput." "Our step-out drill campaign at O'Brien is ongoing with up to eight rigs. We expect to complete 72,500 metres in 2026 and 32,500 metres in the first half of 2027. This is in addition to the meterage supporting today's updated MRE. The vein mineralization system we have been intersecting is open at depth. In fact, since our step-out drilling began in the fall of 2024, we have been seeing an impressive 84% success rate in intercepting classic O'Brien quartz-sulphide-gold veins with grades and thicknesses consistent with today's updated MRE. Looking to a 2-kilometre exploration floor, we believe an appropriate Exploration Target at O'Brien is another 5 Mt to 10 Mt at grades of between 4.0 g/t and 6.0 g/t Au containing 0.6 Moz to 2.0 Moz. We expect to complete further step-by-step updates to the MRE as our drilling progresses."Cautionary statement: Readers are cautioned Mineral Resources that are not Mineral Reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. The estimate of mineral resources may be materially affected by environmental, permitting, legal, title, socio-political, marketing, or other relevant issues including risks set forth in Radisson's filings made with Canadian securities regulatory authorities. The potential quantity and grade of an Exploration Target is conceptual in nature, there has been insufficient exploration to define a mineral resource and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the target being delineated as a mineral resource.A video presentation of today's news by Matt Manson can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IZwSSYbO70.Mineral Resource Estimate (effective January 31, 2026)The MRE is based on 428,440 metres of drilling completed to the end of December 31, 2025, and has been authored by SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. ("SLR"). The estimate utilizes a 2.2 g/t Au cut-off at US$2,500/oz and makes certain assumptions on mining and processing costs, currency exchange rate, and metallurgical recovery (Table 1 and Figure 1). A wireframe vein model prepared by Radisson and reviewed by SLR constrains the estimate and applies a minimum width of 1.2 metres. Individual assays are capped at 60 g/t Au prior to compositing to full width of the veins, and the block model utilizes 5 by 2 by 5 metre blocks consistent with recent mine design studies.Table 1: Mineral Resource Estimate, Effective January 31, 2026CategoryTonnes (kt)Grade (g/t Au)Oz (koz Au)Indicated3,4935.59628Inferred10,3685.081,692Notes:Prepared in accordance with the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) Definition Standards (2014) and Best Practice Guidelines of Mineral Resources and Reserves (2019).Mineral resources are reported above a cut-off grade of 2.2 g/t Au based on a C$215/t operating cost, a long-term gold price of US$2,500/oz Au, a US$/C$ exchange rate of 1:1.33, and a metallurgical recovery of 90%. Wireframes were modelled at a minimum width of 1.2 m.Bulk density varies by deposit and lithology and ranges from 2.76 t/m³ to 2.87 t/m³. Individual assays were capped at 60 g/t Au prior to compositing to full vein width.Mineral resources that are not mineral reserves do not have demonstrated economic viability. Numbers may not add due to rounding. An MRE for the Project was previously published in March 2023 (Radisson news release dated March 2, 2023) based on 325,509 metres of drilling completed to the end of 2022. Indicated Mineral Resources (effective March 2, 2023) were estimated at 0.50 Moz (1.52 Mt at 10.26 g/t Au) with additional Inferred Mineral Resources of 0.45 Moz (1.60 Mt at 8.66 g/t Au). The 2023 study applied a 4.5 g/t Au cut-off at US$1,600/oz Au.In July 2025, Radisson published a Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") for the Project that utilized the 2023 estimate re-blocked by SLR in the Z-direction from 10 metres to 5 metres to allow for more flexible underground mine design. A cut-off of 2.2 g/t Au at US$2,000/oz Au and an updated set of economic criteria were applied in the re-blocking exercise consistent with the parameters used for the optimization of the PEA's underground mine schedule. No other changes were made. Indicated Mineral Resources (effective May 6, 2025) were estimated at 0.58 Moz (2.20 Mt at 8.22 g/t Au) with additional Inferred Mineral Resources of 0.93 Moz (6.67 Mt at 4.35 g/t Au).The updated MRE released today benefits from 66,387 metres of additional drilling in 122 drill holes conducted between 2023 and 2025, which is the most significant factor in the increase of Inferred Mineral Resources (Figure 2). Radisson has also validated an additional 36,544 meters of historic drilling. The updated MRE utilizes similar estimation parameters to previously, but a more restrictive approach to capping. In the March 2023 estimate, and as incorporated in the re-blocked May 2025Figure 1: Block Models for the Mineral Resource Estimates Effective May 6, 2025 (Top) with Recently Published Drill Results and the Updated MRE Effective January 31, 2026 (Bottom) To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10977/285831_ef6502aeb443086a_001full.jpgestimate, capping at 40 g/t Au was applied to the full-length composites. In the updated MRE, capping has been applied at 60 g/t Au to the underlying assays prior to compositing. This has the effect of reducing the average grade by approximately 12%, and in the opinion of Radisson and SLR is an appropriate approach to a narrow high-grade vein deposit such as O'Brien.Figure 2: 3D View of Block Model by Resource Classification (Left) and Gold Grade (Right) Illustrating Volume Utilized in the Previous May 2025 MRE To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10977/285831_ef6502aeb443086a_002full.jpgCompared to previous estimates, the aggregate impact on the Indicated Mineral Resources of the new drilling, the 2.2 g/t Au cut-off, and the updated capping strategy has been to add more tonnes at a lower average grade for an overall increase in contained ounces. The aggregate impact of these three factors on the Inferred Mineral Resources has been the addition of more tonnes at a higher average grade for an overall increase in contained ounces. Indicated Mineral Resources have increased by 8% to 0.63 Moz, based on an increase in tonnes of 58% to 3.49 Mt and a decrease in grade of 32% to 5.59 g/t Au. Inferred Mineral Resources have increased by 82% to 1.69 Moz, based on an increase in tonnage of 55% to 10.37 Mt and an increase in grade of 17% to 5.08 g/t Au.O'Brien's system of Quartz-Sulphide-Gold vein mineralization remains open to depth across a broad front beneath the historic mine workings and the updated MRE. The potential continuation of this mineralization to a 2 kilometres depth defines an Exploration Target of an additional 5 Mt to 10 Mt at grades of between 4.0 g/t and 6.0 g/t Au containing 0.6 Moz to 2.0 Moz. The potential quantity and grade of an Exploration Target is conceptual in nature, there has been insufficient exploration to define a mineral resource and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the target being delineated as a mineral resource.Table 2: Sensitivities of the Mineral Resource Estimate Based on Cut-OffTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10977/285831_ef6502aeb443086a_003full.jpgA New Vision for the O'Brien Gold ProjectThe historic O'Brien mine produced over half a million ounces of gold at an average grade exceeding 15 g/t Au. It is clear that the former mine was "high-graded", with manual mining methods applied to the highest-grade veins and ore shoots at an estimated cut-off grade of 7 g/t to 8 g/t Au. Parallel but lower-grade mineralized zones, which would be well above an economic cut-off grade today, were left unmined.The updated MRE does not incorporate any mineral resources potentially remaining in the former mine. However, in applying the lower grade cut-off of 2.2 g/t Au based on a gold-price estimate of US$2,500, the new estimate captures the overall volume attributes of the O'Brien mineralizing system, with more tonnes and more ounces at a lower average grade. This has the benefit of improving the continuity of mineralization for future mine planning, with larger stopes and more development headings supporting a higher potential mining rate. The Project has existing mining infrastructure to support such a vision, such as a shaft in the former mine extending to a 1,000 metres depth and multiple mills in the region with significant future capacity.Table 2 illustrates sensitivities on Indicated and Inferred Mineral Resources and the MRE block model based on cut-off grade. These are:a) 8.0 g/t Au (US$700/oz) representing the former mine,b) 4.5 g/t Au (US$1,250/oz) representing the MRE effective March 2, 2023,c) 2.2 g/t Au (US$2,500/oz) representing the updated MRE, andd) 1.5 g/t Au (US$3,800/oz) representing the recent long-term consensus price of gold.The comparison clearly indicates the relationship between volume and grade based on cut-off, the directionality of steeply-plunging grade shoots at O'Brien, and the increased continuity of mineralization achieved at progressively lower cut-offs.Gold Mineralization at O'Brien and Step-Out Drill ProgramGold mineralization at O'Brien occurs within quartz-sulphide veins developed primarily within the interlayered mafic volcanic rocks, conglomerates, and porphyritic andesitic sills of the Piché Group occurring in contact with the regionally significant Larder Lake-Cadillac Break ("LLCB"). Individual veins are generally narrow, ranging from several centimetres up to several metres in thickness, and are associated with mineralized alteration envelopes of up to several metres in thickness. Multiple veins occur sub-parallel to each other, as well as sub-parallel to the Piché lithologies and the LLCB. As mapped at the historic O'Brien mine, and now replicated in the modern drilling, individual veins have well-established lateral continuity, with steeply plunging grade shoots developed over significant lengths.Since the end of 2024, Radisson has been pursuing a program of broad step-out drilling at O'Brien with the objective of determining the overall scope of mineralization at the Project to a depth of 2 kilometres (Figure 1). The priority is the quantity and distribution of mineral resources with step-outs rather than in-filling to upgrade the classification of the existing mineral resources.This drilling is accomplished with pilot holes followed by wedges and directional drilling to maximize drill efficiency. In October 2025, Radisson announced the expansion of the program to 140,000 metres employing an eventual eight drill rigs (see Radisson news release dated October 16, 2025). An initial 35,000 metres of the program were completed in 2025, with 72,500 metres budgeted for 2026, and a further 32,500 metres scheduled for the first half of 2027.QP DisclosureDisclosure of a scientific or technical nature in this news release was prepared under the supervision of Mr. Richard Nieminen, P.Geo., (QC), a geological consultant for Radisson and a Qualified Person for purposes of NI 43-101. Mr. Luke Evans, M.Sc., P.Eng., ing., of SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd., is the Qualified Person responsible for the preparation of the MRE at O'Brien. Both Mr. Nieminen and Mr. Evans are independent of Radisson and the O'Brien Gold Project.About Radisson MiningRadisson is a gold exploration company focused on its 100% owned O'Brien Gold Project, located in the Bousquet-Cadillac mining camp along the world-renowned Larder-Lake-Cadillac Break in Abitibi, Québec. A July 2025 PEA described a low cost and high value project with an 11-year mine life and significant upside potential based on the use of existing regional infrastructure. Indicated Mineral Resources are estimated at 0.63 Moz (3.49 Mt at 5.59 g/t Au), with additional Inferred Mineral Resources estimated at 1.69 Moz (10.37 Mt at 5.08 g/t Au). Please see the NI 43-101 "O'Brien Gold Project Technical Report and Preliminary Economic Assessment, Québec, Canada" effective June 27, 2025, and other filings made with Canadian securities regulatory authorities available at www.sedarplus.ca for further details and assumptions relating to the O'Brien Gold Project. For more information on Radisson, visit our website at www.radissonmining.com or contact:Matt MansonPresident and CEO416.618.5885mmanson@radissonmining.comKristina PillonManager, Investor Relations604.908.1695kpillon@radissonmining.comForward-Looking StatementsThis news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities legislation that is based on expectations, estimates, projections, and interpretations as at the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements including, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the ability to execute the Company's plans relating to the O'Brien Gold Project as set out in the Preliminary Economic Assessment; the Company's ability to complete its planned exploration and development programs; the absence of adverse conditions at the O'Brien Gold Project; the absence of unforeseen operational delays; the absence of material delays in obtaining necessary permits; the price of gold remaining at levels that render the O'Brien Gold Project profitable; the Company's ability to continue raising necessary capital to finance its operations; the ability to realize on the mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; assumptions regarding present and future business strategies; local and global geopolitical and economic conditions and the environment in which the Company operates and will operate in the future; planned and ongoing drilling; the significance of drill results; the ability to continue drilling; the impact of drilling on the definition of any resource; and the ability to incorporate new drilling in an updated technical report and resource modelling; the Company's ability to grow the O'Brien Gold Project; and the ability to convert inferred mineral resources to indicated mineral resources.Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, interpretations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "interpreted", "management's view", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information and are intended to identify forward-looking information. Except for statements of historical fact relating to the Company, certain information contained herein constitutes forward-looking statements Forward-looking information is based on estimates of management of the Company, at the time it was made, involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the companies to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others; the risk that the O'Brien Gold Project will never reach the production stage (including due to a lack of financing); the Company's capital requirements and access to funding; changes in legislation, regulations and accounting standards to which the Company is subject, including environmental, health and safety standards, and the impact of such legislation, regulations and standards on the Company's activities; price volatility and availability of commodities; instability in the global financial system; the effects of high inflation, such as higher commodity prices; the risk of any future litigation against the Company; changes in project parameters and/or economic assessments as plans continue to be refined; the risk that actual costs may exceed estimated costs; geological, mining and exploration technical problems; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry; delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing; risks relating to the drill results at O'Brien; the significance of drill results; and the ability of drill results to accurately predict mineralization. Although the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based upon what management believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the parties cannot assure shareholders and prospective purchasers of securities that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any such forward-looking information. The Company believes that this forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this press release should not be unduly relied upon. The Company does not undertake, and assumes no obligation, to update or revise any such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by law. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release.Please refer to the "Risks and Uncertainties Related to Exploration" and the "Risks Related to Financing and Development" sections of the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated April 29, 2025 for the year ended December 31, 2024, and the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated November 26, 2025 for the three month period ended September 30, 2025, all of which are available electronically on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. All forward looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.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 news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/285831 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Advancing pilot-scale processing here at home supports good jobs, attracts investment and reinforces Canada's position as a trusted supplier in a changing world."Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, added, "Today's progress at Lac Knife shows how Canadian companies are translating ambition into action. By advancing pilot-scale processing here in Canada, Focus Graphite is helping build the downstream capacity that supports good jobs, strengthens regional economies and positions Canada to supply the advanced materials our partners rely on."Richard Pearce, Technical Advisor to Focus, stated, "SGS Lakefield is a globally recognized leader in mineral processing and pilot-scale metallurgical testing and has extensive familiarity with the Lac Knife flowsheet. This bulk sample program represents a key milestone as we advance Lac Knife toward vertically integrated, high-purity graphite production in Canada. Generating pilot-scale concentrate materially de-risks scale-up and accelerates our pathway toward commercial demonstration."The concentrate generated through this program will serve two primary strategic objectives. Material shipped to TMEC will support final engineering, detailed design optimization and preparation of construction-level specifications for the Company's thermal purification plant reactor, representing a critical step toward fabrication and demonstration-scale production. In parallel, a portion of the concentrate will be retained for customer qualification and product validation initiatives, enabling engagement with potential end users across battery, defence, and advanced materials sectors. Together, these workstreams advance Focus' objective of establishing an integrated, Canadian supply chain pathway from resource to high-purity graphite product.High-purity graphite is an essential material used in lithium-ion batteries, energy storage systems, advanced defense applications and high-technology manufacturing. Establishing domestic production capacity for graphite concentrate and purification is increasingly viewed as strategically important for supply chain security, advanced manufacturing competitiveness and energy transition objectives.In parallel with metallurgical testing, Focus has conducted site visits to multiple potential host facilities in Quebec and Ontario for installation of its planned thermal purification demonstration plant. The Company is actively evaluating existing industrial infrastructure, utilities access, logistics networks and permitting pathways as it advances final reactor design in collaboration with its technology partner.The Company will provide further updates as pilot-scale processing progresses and as additional milestones are achieved.Qualified PersonThe technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Richard Pearce, PE, President of Brasil Insight Capital LLC., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI 43-101.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defense, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals - reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean HanischCEO, Focus Graphite Inc.dhanisch@focusgraphite.com+1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the completion and timing of the six-tonne bulk sample program at SGS; the anticipated production of approximately 500 kilograms of high-grade graphite concentrate; the expected performance and outcomes of pilot-scale flotation and purification testing; the use of concentrate to support reactor engineering, purification demonstration and product validation activities; the advancement of a Canadian-based graphite purification demonstration facility supported by NRCan's GPI; the development of a vertically integrated graphite supply chain in Canada; and the Company's plans and objectives for the Lac Knife Project.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/285904 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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The HK International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opens today; The HK International Jewellery Show starts Wednesday ACN Newswire

The HK International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opens today; The HK International Jewellery Show starts Wednesday

HONG KONG, March 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opens today and will run for five consecutive days at AsiaWorld-Expo. The 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will be held from 4–8 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wan Chai.Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “As the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace, the HKTDC’s twin jewellery shows return under ‘Two Shows, Two Venues’ format, presenting an extensive spectrum of product categories. These include diamonds, gemstones and pearls, as well as showcasing the finest finished jewellery pieces, designer brands, mounting components, product packaging and identification instruments and technologies. This year, the twin shows bring together some 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions, with 70% coming from outside Hong Kong, reinforcing the highly international nature of the events.”International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show showcases top-tier raw materialsThe Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show features more than 20 pavilions representing various countries, regions and trade organisations, such as Germany, Italy, Colombia, the United States, India, Thailand, etc. Notably, the Zhushan Turquoise Pavilion is making its debut. Zhushan County in Hubei Province of Chinese Mainland, is known as the “Hometown of Chinese Turquoise” and is one of the world’s renowned production regions for high-quality turquoise. The pavilion brings together 11 exhibitors showcasing natural treasures formed in the Qinba Mountains.The Tanzanite Foundation, a long-time favourite among buyers, once again participates in the show. The International Colored Gemstone Association presents 37 exhibitors with a wide array of rare coloured gemstones. Cody Opal (Australia) Pty Ltd (Booth: AWE 8--E01) features Lightning Ridge black opal.Three major product zones at the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show—the Hall of Fine Diamonds, Treasures of Nature, and Treasures of Ocean—highlight materials including high-end diamonds, natural gemstones and pearls sourced from around the world. Hong Kong exhibitor Arihant Star (HK) Limited (Booth: AWE 5--C15) showcases a fancy intense pink VVS2 diamond. U.S. exhibitor Emco Gem Inc. (Booth: AWE 7--H01) presents an 11-carat cushion-cut Colombian emerald. French exhibitor Alain Boite S.A.S. (Booth: AWE 1--A20) exhibits a freshwater pearl strand measuring 14 to 15.8 mm.This year, around 10 exhibitors are featured in the GIA Hong Kong Laboratory Limited (Booth: AWE 9, offering jewellery authentication services. GIA Hong Kong Laboratory Limited (Booth: AWE 9--M03) will launch a new coloured gemstone report that presents clearer information on a stone’s type, processing and origin, helping the industry and consumers understand the unique value of each gem. Hong Kong Limited (Booth: AWE 7-- laboratory and research institution, provides professional testing services and actively promotes H26), a leading-laboratory and research institution, provides professional testing services and actively promotes origin technologies to enhance accuracy and transparency in gemstone identification.Exciting events to uncover market trendsThroughout the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, multiple industry seminars, jewellery parades, networking receptions and other activities will be held. Highlights include:DateThemeSeminar2 March(Monday)DiamondsForever Forward: Igniting Desire for Natural DiamondsRepresentatives from De Beers analyse trends and developments in the natural diamond market from multiple perspectives.4 March(Wednesday)Jewellery origin-tracing certificationSustainable Gem Practices: Provenance & Ethical Traceabilityfrom Gem LabGübelin Gem Lab Limited, will , a gemological laboratory, will introduce integration of scientific testing and blockchain records.5 March(Thursday)Turquoise from ZhushanSpecial Promotion Conference for Zhushan Turquoise The speaker will share the process of how Zhushan Turquoise is mined and transformed into jewellery, and will explain how to appreciate the beauty of turquoise.International Jewellery Show to shine on WednesdayIn addition to the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will open this Wednesday and showcase a wide array of finished jewellery pieces. The fair will feature 20 group pavilions from around the world. Notably, the World Gold Council will debut the Hard Pure Gold Pavilion, bringing altogether 11 exhibitors to promote innovative gold craftsmanship from Chinese Mainland. Also making its debut is the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Pavilion, highlighting exquisite jewellery and timepiece craftsmanship.The creative design zones, including Designer Galleria, will feature about 50 designer exhibitors. Meanwhile, the Hall of Fame has expanded by more than 40%, presenting an even broader selection of magnificent international jewellery brands.To facilitate buyer visits to both shows, the HKTDC will arrange free shuttle bus services between AsiaWorld-Expo and urban areas (including the HKCEC in Wan Chai). Special measures have also been continued this year to facilitate Muslim buyers visiting the shows. These include the provision of dedicated prayer rooms at both exhibition venues, providing shuttle buses to and from local mosques, as well as offering a list of Muslim-friendly hotels and restaurants.Additionally, to enrich the sourcing experience for international buyers, the HKTDC has partnered with the Hong Kong Tourism Board and various enterprises to offer exclusive buyer privileges, including dining, air tickets, hotels and more, allowing visitors to enjoy Hong Kong’s unique charm while attending the twin jewellery shows.Digital platform helps participants explore business opportunities around the clockThis year's twin jewellery shows continue to adopt the Exhibition+ online and offline hybrid format. The AI-powered Click2Match will provide online business matching for exhibitors and buyers from 23 February to 13 March. Physical buyers can use Scan2Match to scan the QR codes of exhibitors, enabling them to continue discussions with exhibitors online during or after the show. Buyers can also enhance their efficiency by completing registration and buyer verification in advance through the HKTDC Marketplace App and the official websites of the two fairs.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3OHSZGkThe Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show and Hong Kong International Jewellery Show have attracted some 4,000 exhibitors from more than 40 countries and regionsThe Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show features over 20 national, regional and industry pavilions, and three high-end product zones – the Hall of Fine Diamonds, Treasures of Nature and Treasures of Ocean – to showcase top-quality diamonds, gemstones, pearls, and jewellery raw materials from around the worldZhushan Turquoise Pavilion from Hubei Province makes its debut at the Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, showcasing high-quality turquoise with rich, vibrant colour to global buyersGerman exhibitor Caram e.K. (Booth: AWE 8--F05) is showcasing a 7 carat Mozambique ruby —a particular rare find.French exhibitor Alain Boite S.A.S. (Booth: AWE 1--A20) exhibits a freshwater pearl strand measuring 14 to 15.8 mmFair detailsHong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl ShowDateOpening hours2 March 2025 (Monday)10:30am-6:30pm3-5 March 2025 (Tuesday to Thursday)10am-6:30pm6 March 2025 (Friday)10am-5:30pmVenueAsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong KongPress Registration & Media CentreMedia representatives can register at the entrance of AsiaWorld-Expo’s East Lobby (Next to Hall 3), or at the Media Centre (Room 201B, 2/F) by presenting a business card or media identification** Hong Kong International Jewellery ShowDateOpening hours4 March 2025 (Wednesday)10:30am-6:30pm5-7 March 2025 (Thursday to Saturday)10am-6:30pm8 March 2025 (Sunday)10am-5pmVenueHong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan ChaiPress Registration & Media CentreMedia representatives can register at the entrance of HKCEC Hall 1D Concourse, or at the HKTDC Media Centre (G/F, Expo Drive Entrance, HKCEC) by presenting a business card or media identification****For security reasons, all media will be required to present a business card and identity card (or passport) for press registration. Individuals with a valid press pass will be required to present their identity card (or passport) again at the entrance to the exhibition halls for identity verification. Please allow sufficient time for registration and admission.Websites Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl ShowHong Kong International Jewellery ShowExhibition websitehttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/enhttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/enShuttle bus detailshttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en/travel-to-fairground-awehttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/travel-to-fairground-hkcecActivity listhttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en/intelligence-hubhttps://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/intelligence-hubHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesPlease contact HKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department: Winnie KanKaty WongJane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4055Tel: (852) 2584 4524Tel: (852) 2584 4137Email: winnie.wy.kan@hktdc.orgEmail: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgEmail: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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MHI and SoftBank Corp. Collaborate to Adapt AI-RAN Network Architecture for Edge Data Centers JCN Newswire

MHI and SoftBank Corp. Collaborate to Adapt AI-RAN Network Architecture for Edge Data Centers

TOKYO, Mar 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and SoftBank Corp. (SoftBank) today announced the launch of a demonstration experiment using SoftBank's AI-RAN product(1) "AITRAS" to deploy edge AI applications(2) within the edge data center(3) "DIAVAULT" solution installed at MHI's Yokohama Hardtech Hub (YHH). This demonstration will verify the effectiveness of high-speed AI inference executed over a secure and stable communication environment isolated from external networks in an on-premises(4) setting.Furthermore, both companies have agreed to integrate MHI's highly scalable edge data center facility technologies with "AITRAS" to enable AI execution in real-world environments, aiming for social implementation of a new AI infrastructure.Background of CollaborationIn recent years, efforts to enhance the operation and maintenance of equipment through AI, referred to as "AI Transformation," have accelerated across various industries, including energy and industrial machinery. To utilize AI effectively in such real-world environments, there is a growing demand for data centers that can be installed closer to the operational sites and provide an AI execution environment that balances stable communication and data security.Overview of Demonstration ExperimentThe Edge Data Center "DIAVAULT" in YHHIn response to these practical challenges, as the first step of this collaboration, an AI-RAN environment using "AITRAS" will be constructed within the on-premises "DIAVAULT" solution. An AI application developed by MHI that can "Defect Detection & Repair AI Application for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Products" will be deployed within this environment for demonstration testing.During the demonstration, image and video data sent from field workers' smart devices will be analyzed in real-time within the closed network environment to identify fault locations and suggest appropriate repair methods.Value Delivered by This DemonstrationThrough this demonstration, the following three points will be validated:1. Real-time analysis through edge AI processingAI processing is completed within the closed network without passing through the cloud, significantly reducing data transmission and analysis latency under a stable communication infrastructure.2. Enhanced security and closed network environmentA secure AI inference environment is established that prevents confidential product data from leaving the company.3. Efficiency and standardization of repair operationsAI-based fault identification reduces the operational burden that previously relied on the expertise of skilled technicians.Future OutlookBuilding on this collaboration agreement and demonstration experiment, both companies will leverage their respective strengths to develop a scalable and reliable edge AI operational platform that continuously adapts to AI advancements. They will also promote initiatives to accelerate customers' on-site "AI Transformation" through the creation of innovative solutions.(1) A technology concept that realizes both RAN (Radio Access Network) control functions and AI server functions on the same hardware platform. "AITRAS" is an integrated AI-RAN product that provides high-capacity, high-performance, and high-quality communication networks at carrier grade and also enables the provision of AI applications.(2) Applications that perform data processing and AI inference at the site where the data is created, rather than in the cloud.(3) A small-scale data center installed close to users and devices.(4) A system where servers are placed at sites such as companies, factories, or research institutes rather than in the cloud, allowing direct management and processing of data.- SoftBank, the SoftBank name and logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of SoftBank Group Corp. in Japan and other countries.- Other company, product and service names in this press release are registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective companies.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Pemimpin Iran seterusnya juga patut dibunuh jika memusuhi AS – senator kewangan

Pemimpin Iran seterusnya juga patut dibunuh jika memusuhi AS – senator

(SeaPRwire) - Senator Lindsey Graham telah meminta lebih banyak campur tangan ketenteraan selepas serangan ke atas Republik Islam Menurut Senator Lindsey Graham, seorang veteran yang suka peperangan, AS harus membunuh mereka yang naik kuasa di Iran jika mereka tetap bermusuhan terhadap kepentingan Amerika. Sasaran terhadap Ketua Agung Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dan pegawai-pegawai senior lain adalah bahagian pembuka operasi pergantian rejim AS-Israel yang dilancarkan pada hari Sabtu. Dalam sebuah wawancara di Fox News pada hari Ahad, Graham mendorong agar pembunuhan politik di luar negara diteruskan. “Rejim ini sudah hampir mati. Selesaikan mereka!” katanya. “Keselamatan muktamad datang apabila orang-orang yang menguasai Iran tidak mahu membunuh kita.” “Saya tidak tahu siapa yang akan mengambil alih Iran selepas rejim ini runtuh tetapi saya tahu ini. Jika kamu mahu menjadi kawan kepada Amerika, kita akan menjadi kawan kepada kamu. Jika kamu mahu meneruskan perkara ini, maka kamu akan membayar harga yang sama [seperti] ayatollah,” tambah Graham, dengan menyebutkan dekad-dekad sokongan Iran kepada militan anti-Amerika. Kaedah campur tangan Presiden Donald Trump di Iran dan tempat lain menetapkan “standard emas” untuk dasar luar negeri AS yang bahkan Presiden Ronald Reagan tidak dapat capai, dakwa Graham. Dia mendesak Trump untuk “membebaskan tentera Amerika bersama Israel” ke atas Hizbullah yang bersekutu dengan Iran di Lebanon “malam ini.” Kuba juga harus menjadi sasaran, kata Graham, dengan mendakwa bahawa “hari-hari Havana sudah terhitung.” AS juga harus menekan Arab Saudi, penjaga tapak suci Islam, untuk “mengiktiraf satu-satunya negara Yahudi,” tambahnya. Sokongan kepada Israel telah menjadi dasar strategik AS yang berlarutan di Timur Tengah di bawah pemerintahan Demokrat dan Republikan. Sebelum serangan bersama ke atas Iran, Duta Besar AS ke Israel Mike Huckabee menegaskan bahawa Perdana Menteri Israel Benjamin Netanyahu “tidak mahu perang dengan Iran” dan mengejek idea bahawa “Israel yang kecil itu sedang mendorong AS melakukan sesuatu yang tidak ingin dilakukan.” Dia juga menafikan bahawa pencerobohan Iraq pada tahun 2003 dilakukan untuk mengejar kepentingan Israel, dengan menegaskan bahawa “sifar” tentera Amerika pernah diletakkan di tanah untuk Israel.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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DOCOMO and NEC Launch Japan’s First Commercial 5G Core on AWS, Built with World’s First AI-automated Network Construction Technology JCN Newswire

DOCOMO and NEC Launch Japan’s First Commercial 5G Core on AWS, Built with World’s First AI-automated Network Construction Technology

TOKYO, Mar 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC. and NEC Corporation today announced the launch of Japan’s first commercial 5G core network (5GC) on Amazon Web Services (AWS) on February 26.(1) Advanced architecture, constructed using Agentic AI,(2) enables the network to flexibly and rapidly expand capacity, such as dynamically expanding its capacity in response to sudden traffic surges, for dramatically improved reliability, flexibility and sustainability.In a separate world-first achievement(3), DOCOMO and NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc. in collaboration with NTT DOCOMO SOLUTIONS, Inc. have also successfully automated 5GC design and construction on AWS. To do this, they leveraged Agentic AI—a combination of AI and GitOps(4) in a hybrid cloud environment. This innovative approach prevents human error and reduces construction time by approximately 80% compared to conventional methods.First in Japan to Construct and Commercially Launch 5GC on AWSIn March 2022, DOCOMO and NEC started verifying 5GC network equipment operating on a hybrid cloud using AWS, aiming to enhance network deployment flexibility and reliability. The process included testing the coordinated operation of the 5GC on AWS and DOCOMO’s proprietary virtualization platform,(5) as well as ensuring carrier-grade availability and operability.(6) Connecting the two platforms presented significant challenges, including network and security design considerations, but DOCOMO and NEC successfully overcame these issues to confirm that the 5GC operates seamlessly in a hybrid cloud environment.Building on this success, DOCOMO and NEC have now implemented the necessary fault tolerance and redundancy for a commercial environment, creating a hybrid cloud that combines their virtualization platform with a public cloud. In developing this environment, DOCOMO defined the requirements, established design policies, and reviewed the implementation method for the hybrid cloud. NEC redesigned the entire architecture to establish a construction and operation model based on infrastructure as code (IaC)(7) and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD)(8) for AWS. This process incorporated AWS managed services, such as AWS CloudFormation,(9) AWS CodeBuild,(10) and AWS CodePipeline,(11) into the design.This hybrid cloud environment is expected to improve network operational efficiency and enable the flexibility and reliability required in the 5G era. For example, building the 5GC on AWS in addition to a separate virtualization platform enables flexible operations, such as rapidly expanding capacity when network demand increases due to a sudden event, and scaling down when increased capacity is no longer needed.Additionally, operational tests confirmed a power consumption reduction of approximately 70%(12) by running the 5GC on AWS Graviton2(13) processors and conducting operational tests in a hybrid cloud environment that connected the 5GC on Graviton2 with the 5GC on DOCOMO’s virtualization platform. In a commercial environment, the 5GC built on AWS Graviton3 is expected to reduce environmental impact similarly.World’s First Automation of 5GC Network from Design to Construction Using GitOps and AIDOCOMO and DOCOMO BUSINESS, in collaboration with DOCOMO SOLUTIONS, achieved the world’s first automation of 5GC design and construction using GitOps(14) and AI, aiming to prevent human error and shorten the construction period.DOCOMO and DOCOMO SOLUTIONS used GitOps to automate construction from the cloud infrastructure up to the 5GC. DOCOMO BUSINESS automated the 5GC design and construction processes, as well as the development of Agentic AI, while NTT DOCOMO SOLUTIONS implemented and verified the AWS infrastructure portion of GitOps.To minimize manual tasks, such as designing configuration values, they adopted Agentic AI with Amazon Bedrock AgentCore,(15) AWS’s agentic AI platform for building, deploying, and operating effective agents securely at scale, and the Model Context Protocol (MCP),(16) creating a new architecture integrated with GitOps.Conventionally, 5GC construction required the creation and modification of numerous complex configuration files, a process that demanded significant manpower and time. However, by implementing Agentic AI with multiple AI agents using Amazon Bedrock AgentCore, DOCOMO BUSINESS was able to automate tasks such as designing configuration values, creating settings files, and issuing construction instructions to GitOps. Consequently, they succeeded in automating everything from design to construction. As a result, the 5GC construction period was reduced by approximately 80% compared to conventional methods.In the future, the companies plan to improve access to their knowledge base and optimize task allocation among AI agents, aiming to achieve faster network speeds and higher precision. They will also expand the scope of AI utilization and accelerate efforts toward the complete automation of 5GC operations by enhancing reproducibility, reliability and operational efficiency through AI-driven generation and execution.This automated 5GC construction solution using Agentic AI is currently on display at the NTT booth (Hall 3, Stand 3M29) at the 2026 Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Through this exhibition, DOCOMO and NEC aim to communicate the innovation and uniqueness of their world-leading communication infrastructure for an AI-powered world.Executive CommentsNobuko Hiraguchi, Executive Officer, General Manager of Core Network Design Department, NTT DOCOMO, INC.“This initiative is a major step forward in DOCOMO’s ongoing effort to advance networks. We have integrated AWS’s scalable cloud platform, which flexibly supports advanced initiatives, including AI, with NEC’s highly reliable 5GC and DOCOMO BUSINESS’s Agentic AI expertise. Also, combining on-premises and cloud technologies enhances network reliability and the ability to respond to demand. Furthermore, shortening the 5GC construction period on the public cloud through AI automation will allow us to deliver services to customers more quickly. I believe our proactive approach to embracing AI has led to this world-first achievement. DOCOMO will continue to take on new challenges to provide communication services that our customers will choose.”Takashi Sato, Corporate Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Network Solutions Business Division of NEC Corporation“NEC is proud to contribute to the transformation of communication infrastructure alongside DOCOMO and AWS by providing our 5GC software. Since 2022, we have been addressing the challenge of creating a carrier-grade 5GC network in the cloud through technical verification. This commercial deployment is the result of combining Japanese telecommunications technology with a global cloud platform to create world-leading communication infrastructure. NEC will continue to contribute to the network evolution of our telecommunications carrier partners in the future.”Yuichi Ikejiri, Deputy Senior Vice President, Innovation Center, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc.“I am honored to have participated in this project. Agentic AI’s automated construction of 5GC will transform the core network construction process, which has traditionally required significant time and specialized knowledge for design, verification and configuration. Starting with this initiative, we will continue to leverage the power of AI to shorten service provision lead times, standardize design and construction processes, and ensure consistent quality, thereby enabling us to deliver services to the market more quickly and reliably.”Mikihiko Tsunematsu, Director, Telecom, Media, Entertainment, Game & Sports, Strategic Business Unit, Amazon Web Services Japan“NTT DOCOMO has led the telecommunications industry as a technology leader and has driven various innovations through its longstanding partnership with AWS. Applying AI and cloud to telecommunications unlocks new possibilities for operators to respond to customer needs more quickly and flexibly while delivering stable communication services. AWS will continue to collaborate with DOCOMO and NEC toward the evolution of telecommunications infrastructure that supports people's lives and industrial development.”(1) As of March 2, 2026, based on DOCOMO research.(2) System in which multiple AI agents, each with a specific role, automate an entire workflow toward a goal while dynamically updating their action plans according to the situation.(3) As of March 2, 2026, based on DOCOMO research.(4) Operational automation methodology for continuously aligning an environment by managing the entire state of infrastructure and application configurations (e.g., setting files and manifests) in Git and automatically detecting and synchronizing any differences.(5) Proprietary platform developed by DOCOMO that can run core network equipment from multiple vendors. 70% of DOCOMO’s commercial core network equipment operates on this platform.(6) NTT DOCOMO and NEC are Onboarding 5G SA Core Using Energy-efficient and High-performance AWS Cloud Computing Services(7) Practice of managing and provisioning infrastructure components such as servers, networks, and storage through code (e.g., YAML or JSON). This approach enables infrastructure to be automatically built, modified, and reproduced.(8) Method of automating the stages of the software release process, from building and testing to deployment, triggered by changes to the source code. It allows for the continuous integration and delivery of software.(9) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) service that allows you to define AWS resource configurations as templates in YAML or JSON format, and then automatically create, update, or delete those AWS resources based on the template.(10) Fully managed build service that compiles source code, runs tests, and produces software packages that are ready to deploy, without the need to manage servers.(11) Continuous delivery service that automates the various stages of the software release process—such as fetching source code, building, testing, approval, and deployment—by defining them as stages and automatically orchestrating their execution.(12) Family of processors designed by AWS for its cloud computing services. Graviton2 and Graviton3 are the- second and third-generation processors, respectively. For more information, see AWS’s website.(13) NTT DOCOMO and NEC Reduce Power Consumption for 5G SA Core by an Average of 72% Using AWS Graviton2, followed by a Successful Onboarding of 5G SA Core on Hybrid Cloud(14) Database system for storing and managing the change history of files and directories.(15) Fully managed agent infrastructure service that provides the execution environment, memory management, and tool integration required to build, deploy, and operate AI agents securely and at scale.(16) Standardized protocol that enables AI agents to access external tools and data sources securely and uniformly. It decouples the tool implementation from the AI interface, enhancing reusability and extensibility.ShareAbout NTT DOCOMONTT DOCOMO, Japan’s leading mobile operator with over 91 million subscribers, is one of the global leaders in 3G, 4G and 5G mobile network technologies. Under the slogan "Bridging Worlds for Wonder & Happiness," DOCOMO is actively collaborating with global partners to expand its business scope from mobile services to comprehensive solutions, aiming to deliver unsurpassed value and drive innovation in technology and communications, ultimately to support positive change and advancement in global society. https://www.docomo.ne.jp/english/About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.⁠https://www.nec.com/en/About DOCOMO BUSINESSNTT Communications Corporation changed its name to NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc. on July 1, 2025. As an Industrial and Regional DX Platformer that drives digital transformation across industries and communities, we are enabling the development of a decentralized, autonomous, and collaborative society where businesses and communities can thrive sustainably. Our mission is to unlock new value and help create prosperity for all. https://www.ntt.com/en/index.html Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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AI Safety Asia Advances Crisis Diplomacy and Evidence-Based AI Governance at India AI Impact Summit 2026 ACN Newswire

AI Safety Asia Advances Crisis Diplomacy and Evidence-Based AI Governance at India AI Impact Summit 2026

HONG KONG, Mar 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, AI Safety Asia (AISA) convened two important conversations on the future of AI governance. The first examined how governments should respond when AI-related crises unfold across borders at machine speed. The second marking the launch of the International AI Safety Report 2026.Taken together, these sessions showed a change in the debate; moving past whether AI should be governed to a focus on how.Who verifies claims made by powerful systems? Who coordinates when an incident crosses jurisdictions in seconds? Who is responsible when an autonomous system acts, and no single ministry appears in charge? As AI systems become more agentic and embedded deeper into critical infrastructure, they are forcing diplomatic and regulatory institutions to respond in real time. The pressure on diplomatic and regulatory institutions is no longer just a theory, it is operational.Governing AI in a Fragmented WorldOn 17 February at Bharat Mandapam, AISA co-hosted the session "AI Crisis Diplomacy: Governing AI in a Fragmented World" in partnership with the Center for Human-Compatible AI (CHAI) and the International Association for Safe and Ethical Artificial Intelligence (IASEAI).The session brought together senior experts in the space; Professor Stuart Russell, Audrey Tang, Dr. Yuko Harayama, Wan Sie Lee, and Azizjon Azimi, moderated by AISA's Chief Strategy Officer, Adjunct Professor Alejandro Reyes.Rather than rehearse abstract debates about regulation, the discussion focused on plausible crisis scenarios: a cross-border deepfake incident that destabilises diplomatic relations before verification catches up; an AI-enabled cyberattack cascading across jurisdictions; an autonomous infrastructure system operating in one country, hosted in another, and affecting a third.The problem is not only detection. It is coordination under uncertainty.The familiar argument that AI evolves too quickly to regulate was put under scrutiny. The pace of innovation does not make governance obsolete. Aviation, nuclear energy, and pharmaceuticals are governed by setting acceptable risk thresholds and requiring evidence that systems meet them. AI should be treated no differently. Governments need to insist on demonstrable safety and credible liability frameworks, rather than accepting disclaimers and opaque risk claims.Governments already know how to cooperate during crises. Pandemic response and cybersecurity have shown that cross-border coordination is possible. The gap in AI governance is not diplomatic architecture in principle, but operational channels between those responsible for technical evaluation. Joint testing efforts are not only about measuring model performance. They build trust, and trust is what allows regulators to pick up the phone, compare signals, and verify before escalation spirals.AI does not create entirely new categories of crisis, but amplifies existing ones. What changes is speed and scale. Human institutions deliberate; AI systems act, and bridging that gap requires new protocols, shared verification standards, and regular engagement long before a crisis forces coordination under pressure.Governance capacity matters, and durable infrastructure outperforms isolated interventions. Crisis diplomacy cannot be improvised, it must be built through trusted networks, regionally grounded expertise, and repeat engagement.The Evidence Dilemma and the 2026 International AI Safety ReportOn 18 February, AISA co-hosted the International AI Safety Report 2026 Launch Reception at the High Commission of Canada in India, in partnership with the High Commission, the UK AI Security Institute, and Mila - Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute.The event featured Professor Yoshua Bengio, Chair of the Report and Founder and Scientific Advisor of Mila, supported by co-leads Carina Prunkl and Stephen Clare.The report provides an independent scientific assessment of frontier general-purpose AI capabilities and risks; focusing on emerging risks, including malicious use, autonomous malfunctions, and systemic disruption, and confronts the evidence dilemma. Policymakers must act under conditions of uncertainty, yet waiting for perfect data runs the risk of leaving societies exposed.The Report documents rapid advances in reasoning systems and AI agents, as well as continued reliability challenges, risks in cyber and bio domains, and growing systemic concern; underscoring that risk management cannot rely on a single safeguard. Technical measures, institutional oversight, and societal resilience must be layered.The choice is not between innovation and safety, it is between unmanaged acceleration and accountable progress. Evidence standards, robust evaluations, and credible thresholds are essential if public trust is to keep pace with technical capability.For countries across Asia and the broader Global South, the issue is how to shape governance frameworks that reflect local institutional realities while contributing to global norms. AISA's mission is to ensure that regional expertise informs both national decisions and international debates.From Conversation to CapacityAI governance is not a single regulatory instrument. It is an evolving institutional practice. The next phase will be defined less by declarations and more by whether governments can verify claims, share information at speed, and operationalise coordination before crises escalate.Asia is not waiting for governance models to arrive from elsewhere. Across the region, policymakers, regulators, and technical experts are building their own capacity to govern frontier technologies responsibly, shaped by local realities and regional priorities. The next AI-driven crisis will not unfold on a diplomatic timetable; it will move at machine speed. Whether diplomacy and safety can keep up will depend on the institutions, relationships, and verification channels being built now, not after the fact.About AI Safety AsiaAI Safety Asia (AISA) believes progress in AI must begin with people. Since 2024, AISA has engaged more than 2,000 AI governance professionals across 16 Asian countries. Its work centres on building durable governance infrastructure: research that is regionally grounded, structured peer learning, and implementation-oriented engagement.AISA helps build capacity, bringing together policymakers, experts, and civil society to strengthen the knowledge, networks, and trust required to govern frontier technologies responsibly, grounded in regional realities. The institutions and relationships built today will determine whether diplomacy and safety can keep up.Social LinkLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-safety-asia/Media ContactBrand: AI Safety AsiaContact: Media teamWebsite: https://www.aisafety.asia Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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AI Safety Asia Advances Crisis Diplomacy and Evidence-Based AI Governance at India AI Impact Summit 2026 SeaPRwire

AI Safety Asia Advances Crisis Diplomacy and Evidence-Based AI Governance at India AI Impact Summit 2026

Hong Kong – March 02, 2026 – (SeaPRwire) – At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, AI Safety Asia (AISA) convened two important conversations on the future of AI governance. The first examined how governments should respond when AI-related crises unfold across borders at machine speed. The second marking the launch of the International AI Safety Report 2026. Taken together, these sessions showed a change in the debate; moving past whether AI should be governed to a focus on how. Who verifies claims made by powerful systems? Who coordinates when an incident crosses jurisdictions in seconds? Who is responsible when an autonomous system acts, and no single ministry appears in charge? As AI systems become more agentic and embedded deeper into critical infrastructure, they are forcing diplomatic and regulatory institutions to respond in real time. The pressure on diplomatic and regulatory institutions is no longer just a theory, it is operational. Governing AI in a Fragmented World On 17 February at Bharat Mandapam, AISA co-hosted the session “AI Crisis Diplomacy: Governing AI in a Fragmented World” in partnership with the Center for Human-Compatible AI (CHAI) and the International Association for Safe and Ethical Artificial Intelligence (IASEAI). The session brought together senior experts in the space; Professor Stuart Russell, Audrey Tang, Dr. Yuko Harayama, Wan Sie Lee, and Azizjon Azimi, moderated by AISA’s Chief Strategy Officer, Adjunct Professor Alejandro Reyes. Rather than rehearse abstract debates about regulation, the discussion focused on plausible crisis scenarios: a cross-border deepfake incident that destabilises diplomatic relations before verification catches up; an AI-enabled cyberattack cascading across jurisdictions; an autonomous infrastructure system operating in one country, hosted in another, and affecting a third. The problem is not only detection. It is coordination under uncertainty. The familiar argument that AI evolves too quickly to regulate was put under scrutiny. The pace of innovation does not make governance obsolete. Aviation, nuclear energy, and pharmaceuticals are governed by setting acceptable risk thresholds and requiring evidence that systems meet them. AI should be treated no differently. Governments need to insist on demonstrable safety and credible liability frameworks, rather than accepting disclaimers and opaque risk claims. Governments already know how to cooperate during crises. Pandemic response and cybersecurity have shown that cross-border coordination is possible. The gap in AI governance is not diplomatic architecture in principle, but operational channels between those responsible for technical evaluation. Joint testing efforts are not only about measuring model performance. They build trust, and trust is what allows regulators to pick up the phone, compare signals, and verify before escalation spirals. AI does not create entirely new categories of crisis, but amplifies existing ones. What changes is speed and scale. Human institutions deliberate; AI systems act, and bridging that gap requires new protocols, shared verification standards, and regular engagement long before a crisis forces coordination under pressure. Governance capacity matters, and durable infrastructure outperforms isolated interventions. Crisis diplomacy cannot be improvised, it must be built through trusted networks, regionally grounded expertise, and repeat engagement. The Evidence Dilemma and the 2026 International AI Safety Report On 18 February, AISA co-hosted the International AI Safety Report 2026 Launch Reception at the High Commission of Canada in India, in partnership with the High Commission, the UK AI Security Institute, and Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute. The event featured Professor Yoshua Bengio, Chair of the Report and Founder and Scientific Advisor of Mila, supported by co-leads Carina Prunkl and Stephen Clare. The report provides an independent scientific assessment of frontier general-purpose AI capabilities and risks; focusing on emerging risks, including malicious use, autonomous malfunctions, and systemic disruption, and confronts the evidence dilemma. Policymakers must act under conditions of uncertainty, yet waiting for perfect data runs the risk of leaving societies exposed. The Report documents rapid advances in reasoning systems and AI agents, as well as continued reliability challenges, risks in cyber and bio domains, and growing systemic concern; underscoring that risk management cannot rely on a single safeguard. Technical measures, institutional oversight, and societal resilience must be layered. The choice is not between innovation and safety, it is between unmanaged acceleration and accountable progress. Evidence standards, robust evaluations, and credible thresholds are essential if public trust is to keep pace with technical capability. For countries across Asia and the broader Global South, the issue is how to shape governance frameworks that reflect local institutional realities while contributing to global norms. AISA’s mission is to ensure that regional expertise informs both national decisions and international debates. From Conversation to Capacity AI governance is not a single regulatory instrument. It is an evolving institutional practice. The next phase will be defined less by declarations and more by whether governments can verify claims, share information at speed, and operationalise coordination before crises escalate. Asia is not waiting for governance models to arrive from elsewhere. Across the region, policymakers, regulators, and technical experts are building their own capacity to govern frontier technologies responsibly, shaped by local realities and regional priorities. The next AI-driven crisis will not unfold on a diplomatic timetable; it will move at machine speed. Whether diplomacy and safety can keep up will depend on the institutions, relationships, and verification channels being built now, not after the fact. About AI Safety Asia AI Safety Asia (AISA) believes progress in AI must begin with people. Since 2024, AISA has engaged more than 2,000 AI governance professionals across 16 Asian countries. Its work centres on building durable governance infrastructure: research that is regionally grounded, structured peer learning, and implementation-oriented engagement. AISA helps build capacity, bringing together policymakers, experts, and civil society to strengthen the knowledge, networks, and trust required to govern frontier technologies responsibly, grounded in regional realities. The institutions and relationships built today will determine whether diplomacy and safety can keep up. Social Link LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-safety-asia/ Media Contact Brand: AI Safety Asia Contact: Media team Email: contact@aisafety.asia Website: https://www.aisafety.asia
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Saham penerbangan Asia menjunam berikutan konflik Iran memaksa syarikat penerbangan membatalkan penerbangan di ruang udara Timur Tengah berita

Saham penerbangan Asia menjunam berikutan konflik Iran memaksa syarikat penerbangan membatalkan penerbangan di ruang udara Timur Tengah

(SeaPRwire) - Harta saham penerbangan Asia jatuh pada Isnin, sebahagian daripada tindak balas pasaran yang lebih luas terhadap keputusan Amerika Syarikat dan Israel untuk menyerang Iran pada akhir pekan lepas.Perang, khususnya balasan Iran dengan melucutkan peluru ke negara-negara jiran seperti Emirati Arab Bersatu, mendorong syarikat penerbangan untuk membatalkan ratusan penerbangan ke Timur Tengah. Tiga lapangan terbang utama - Doha di Qatar, dan Dubai dan Abu Dhabi di Emirati Arab Bersatu - menghentikan operasi sebagai tindak balas terhadap konflik itu. (Lapangan terbang Dubai dan Abu Dhabi juga mengalami kerosakan daripada serangan itu.)Saham adalah turun sebanyak 4.5% pada pukul 11.00 malam waktu Timur. Qantas Australia dan Cathay Pacific Hong Kong masing-masing turun sebanyak 5.4% dan 2.8%. Japan Airlines, salah satu daripada dua syarikat penerbangan utama negara itu, juga turun sebanyak 5.6%.Dalam kenyataan 1 Mac, Singapore Airlines berkata bahawa ia, yang melayari laluan Singapura-Dubai. Anak syarikat subsidiari kos, Scoot, juga tiba-tiba menghentikan penerbangan antara Singapura dan bandar Jeddah di Arab Saudi.Pasaran Asia secara keseluruhannya merosot. Indeks Hang Seng Hong Kong turun sebanyak 1.6%, manakala Indeks Straits Times Singapura turun sebanyak 1.8%. Indeks Nikkei 225 Japan turun sebanyak 1.4%. (Pasaran Korea Selatan ditutup hari ini)Sebaliknya, saham pertahanan Asia-Pasifik meningkat, sebahagian daripada kejayaan jangka panjang dalam industri itu di tengah peningkatan global dalam perbelanjaan pertahanan. (Pada tahun 2025, perbelanjaan ketenteraan global mencapai tahap tinggi rekod sebanyak $2.6 trilion, mengikut Institut Kestudiaan Strategi Antarabangsa.)Heavy Industries Japan meningkat sebanyak 3.6%, manakala ST Engineering Singapura meningkat sebanyak 3.4%.Beberapa syarikat tenaga juga meningkat kerana dijangka konflik Iran boleh menjejaskan penghantaran minyak dari Timur Tengah. Woodside Energy Australia meningkat sebanyak 5.4%, manakala Hibiscus Petroleum - syarikat penerokaan minyak dan gas asing pertama Malaysia yang terdaftar dan ke-410 dalam 500 Asia Tenggara - melonjak sebanyak 13.1%Harga minyak meningkat lebih daripada 10%, dengan Brent Crude melonjak sehingga $82.37 sebarrel dalam perdagangan awal - yang tertinggi sejak Januari lalu. West Texas Intermediate mentah, aras minyak Amerika Syarikat, juga meningkat 6.95% ke tahap tertinggi sejak Jun lalu, mencapai $75.33 sebarrel.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Fujitsu supports sustainable growth for retailers with data and AI through Uvance for Retail JCN Newswire

Fujitsu supports sustainable growth for retailers with data and AI through Uvance for Retail

KAWASAKI, Japan, Mar 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced the launch of Uvance for Retail, a solution that integrates data onto a robust and secure cloud. The solution, which leverages Fujitsu's accumulated business knowledge and implementation capabilities, also incorporates advanced technologies such as agentic AI. By seamlessly connecting fragmented data and operations across retail sites, Fujitsu aims to enhance both on-site execution capabilities and management decision-making and support the sustainable growth and competitiveness of Japan's retail industry.Even as AI and digital technologies evolve rapidly, the Japanese retail industry faces extremely complex and structural challenges such as population decline, intensifying competition, labor shortages, and rising costs. Underlying these challenges is the overwhelming amount of data required for decision-making compared to other industries, coupled with the current situation where systems are fragmented by operation and data is scattered. Furthermore, data structures differ among manufacturers and wholesalers, leading to data silos and making cross-sectional utilization difficult. As a result, people are forced to make decisions without fully utilizing vast amounts of data, leading to increased burden. This situation undermines the agility that the retail industry has traditionally demonstrated, leading to a decline in competitiveness.For over 50 years, Fujitsu has supported the Japanese retail industry, and possesses a deep understanding of the business and related data structures developed through discussions with numerous customers and various business endeavors. Furthermore, by welcoming GK Software and BrainPad Inc. into the group, Fujitsu has strengthened its comprehensive support system, integrating industry-rooted knowledge with cutting-edge technology. By providing this accumulated retail industry knowledge and technology as Uvance for Retail, which transforms on-site execution and management decision-making as one, Fujitsu aims to enhance corporate agility and support the sustainable growth of the Japanese retail industry.Uvance for Retail comprehensively provides the capabilities necessary for retail business growth, with data and AI at its core. Fujitsu's retail-specialized consultants define management and operational challenges, leveraging their years of industry expertise to design an ideal state that includes business processes and core systems. Subsequently, offerings incorporating agentic AI are implemented by system engineers with deep retail knowledge, ensuring their effective utilization in daily operations. AI rooted in business processes enables advanced decision-making and operational autonomy. Fujitsu also provides the platform that safely connects operations, systems, and data for supporting these. Through Uvance for Retail, Fujitsu aims to innovate experiences for consumers and employees, enhance supply chains, and advance the future of retail.Uvance for Retail: Value creation and visionExhibition at RetailTech JAPAN 2026Fujitsu will exhibit at RetailTech JAPAN 2026, held at Tokyo Big Sight from March 3 to March 6, 2026. Fujitsu will focus on the value provided by Uvance for Retail through data and AI, showcasing various use cases as exhibition demos.Overview of main exhibits for Uvance for Retail1. Enhancing customer touchpoints with causal inference AIFor companies struggling to provide personalized experiences to all customers due to labor shortages, thereby missing opportunities for loyalty improvement, Fujitsu will support a deeper understanding of customers using its unique causal inference AI. Fujitsu's causal inference AI is characterized by its ability to clarify not just correlations but the "why" behind customer actions and outcomes, based on vast and complex operational and customer data. Using a proprietary algorithm, it can rapidly explore causal relationships even in data involving thousands of variables and a mix of operational, customer, and external factors. Visitors can see concrete examples of how AI reveals the causal structure behind customer behavior and needs, leading to enhanced customer service and touchpoints.2. Advanced management and operational decision-making with multi-AI agentsApparel merchandisers are required to accurately grasp the situation of each store and issue optimal instructions promptly. However, due to data fragmentation across different operations and systems, decision-making takes time, leading to missed opportunities. Fujitsu's multi-AI agent system enables multiple AI agents with different roles to collaborate, making cross-functional judgments and providing support across the entire operation. It presents the analysis results of each agent in an easy-to-understand manner and facilitates subsequent actions based on human judgment, enabling swift and effective decision-making.In the exhibition demo, Fujitsu's AI agent Watomo analyzes various data, notifies merchandisers of alarms that need attention, and performs simulations with merchandisers on how to address operational issues. Visitors can see concrete examples of how AI agents support advanced human decision-making and on-site responses.Press Conference MaterialsHeld on March 2, 2026Presentation materials and movie *Coming soonAbout FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 113,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Quam Plus Financial Group and Dinosaur Financial Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Cross-Border Capital Markets Access ACN Newswire

Quam Plus Financial Group and Dinosaur Financial Group Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Cross-Border Capital Markets Access

Hong Kong, New York, London, Mar 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Quam Plus International Financial Limited (“Quam Plus”), through its wholly owned subsidiary Quam Securities Limited (together, the “Quam Plus Financial Group”) has announced a strategic investment by and collaborative partnership with Dinosaur Financial Group, LLC (“DFG”), a global investment banking and financial services firm, aimed at leveraging complementary capabilities across Asia, the United States, and Europe. The partnership is designed to create a cooperative platform across three of the world’s most important financial centres — Hong Kong, New York, and London — enabling both firms to enhance their international reach, broaden product distribution, and jointly serve clients seeking cross-border capital markets access.Under the collaboration, Quam Securities will benefit from expanded access to U.S. and European markets through Dinosaur’s established infrastructure and regulatory footprint, while Dinosaur will strengthen its Asia-Pacific presence by leveraging Quam Securities’ deep regional expertise, client relationships, and distribution capabilities. The partnership is expected to support capital raising, advisory, execution, and investment opportunities for clients across multiple jurisdictions.Both Quam Plus Financial Group and DFG are members of Global Alliance Partners (GAP), a Hong Kong based global network of independent investment banks, further reinforcing their shared commitment to global collaboration and best-in-class client service.Commenting on the partnership, Kenneth Lam, Co-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Quam Plus Financial Group, said:“This strategic relationship with DFG aligns closely with Quam Securities’ long-term international development strategy. By combining our strong Asia-Pacific franchise with Dinosaur’s U.S. and European capabilities, we are well positioned to enhance our service offering and support clients pursuing global growth opportunities. We believe this partnership will meaningfully strengthen our cross-border execution and advisory capabilities.”Glenn Grossman, Chief Executive Officer of DFG, said:“Partnering with Quam Securities provides DFG with a powerful platform to deepen our presence in Asia, particularly Greater China, alongside a well-established and respected Hong Kong-listed institution. This collaboration reflects our shared focus on strategic growth, disciplined execution, and delivering differentiated solutions for clients operating in the world’s fastest growing and most dynamic markets.”The firms will work closely to identify and develop joint opportunities across investment banking, capital markets, trading, and wealth and asset management, with a focus on offering complementary, non-overlapping services to institutional and qualified clients globally.About Quam Plus Financial Group and Quam SecuritiesQuam Plus is listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 952) in 1997. Quam Plus Financial Group is a Hong Kong based financial services group committed to building a comprehensive, full-licensed integrated financial platform. Quam Securities is one of its key member companiesQuam Plus Financial Group is principally engaged in (i) corporate finance advisory and general advisory services; (ii) fund management, discretionary portfolio management and portfolio management advisory services; (iii) discretionary and non-discretionary dealing services for securities, futures and options, securities placing and underwriting services, margin financing, insurance broking and wealth management services; (iv) money lending services; (v) financial media services; and (vi) investing and trading of various investment products.About Dinosaur Group Holdings (DGH) and DFGDinosaur Group Holdings (DGH) is the holding company for DFG, an investment firm registered with the SEC and a member of FINRA and SIPC, Dinosaur Merchant Bank Ltd. (regulated by the FCA) and New York-based SEC-registered investment firm DCM Advisors, LLC. Deploying a team of approximately 120 professionals, the overall organization provides global execution services, financing and advisory expertise/insights for equities, fixed income, commodities and derivatives, investment management as well as a suite of investment banking services providing financial solutions and capital markets execution to the middle market client base, both domestically and globally. Clients and counterparties spanning six continents are primarily institutions, family offices, asset managers, hedge funds, and corporations. Dinosaur Group takes pride in the business’ stable management, strong compliance, solid operations, and diverse talent.Dinosaur Financial Group is a global financial services firm providing investment banking and advisory services, prime brokerage, global trading, private wealth and custodial services, and asset management.Media Contacts:Quam Plus Financial GroupMandy Lo, Marketing & Corporate Communications DirectorCharlie Chan, Marketing & PR ManagerEmail: mandy.lo@quamgroup.com charlie.chan@quamgroup.comDinosaur Financial GroupAmit Sangekar, Chief Marketing OfficerEmail: asangekar@dinogroup.co.uk Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Sekurang-kurangnya 22 orang tewas dan lebih daripada 120 orang cedera di Pakistan selepas penyokong Iran cuba menyerang U.S. Consulate berita

Sekurang-kurangnya 22 orang tewas dan lebih daripada 120 orang cedera di Pakistan selepas penyokong Iran cuba menyerang U.S. Consulate

(SeaPRwire) - Tegangan yang ganas antara pengunjuk perasaan dan pasukan keselamatan di bandar pelabuhan selatan Pakistan, Karachi, dan di utara negara itu menyebabkan sekurang-kurangnya 22 orang mati dan lebih 120 orang lagi cedera ketika demonstran yang menyokong kerajaan Iran cuba menyerang Konsulat AS pada Ahad, kata pihak berkuasa. Di utara negara itu, demonstran menyerang pejabat PBB dan kerajaan. Keganasan itu berlaku selepas , membunuh Pemimpin Tertingginya . Polis dan pegawai di hospital di Karachi berkata sekurang-kurangnya 50 orang juga cedera dalam pertempuran dan sebahagian daripadanya berada dalam keadaan kritikal. Presiden Asif Ali Zardari menyatakan “kesedihan mendalam atas martirnya” Khamenei dan menyampaikan ucapan belasungkawa kepada Iran, mengikut pejabatnya. Dia berkata: “Pakistan berdiri bersama bangsa Iran dalam saat kesedihan ini dan berkongsi kehilangan mereka.” Summaiya Syed Tariq, pakar bedah polis di hospital kerajaan utama kota itu, mengesahkan enam mayat dan pelbagai orang cedera dibawa ke premis itu. Walau bagaimanapun, dia berkata jumlah kematian meningkat kepada 10 selepas empat orang yang cedera kritikal meninggal dunia. Di samping itu, 12 orang terbunuh dan lebih 80 orang cedera dalam pertempuran dengan polis di wilayah utara Gilgit-Baltistan ketika ribuan demonstran yang marah dengan serangan AS dan Israel ke atas Iran menyerang pejabat Kumpulan Pemerhati Tentera PBB dan Program Pembangunan PBB (UNDP), kata pegawai polis tempatan Asghar Ali. Pengerusi media kerajaan, Shabir Mir, berkata semua kakitangan yang bekerja untuk organisasi itu selamat. Dia berkata demonstran berulang kali bertempur dengan polis di pelbagai tempat di wilayah itu, merosakkan pejabat badan amal tempatan, dan membakar pejabat polis. Walau bagaimanapun, dia berkata pihak berkuasa telah mengerahkan tentera dan menawan situasi. Embassy AS di Pakistan berkata dalam satu post di bahawa ia sedang memantau laporan tentang demonstrasi berterusan di Konsulat Jeneral AS di Karachi dan Lahore, serta panggilan untuk demonstrasi tambahan di Embassy AS di Islamabad dan konsulat jeneral di Peshawar. Ia menasihati warganegara AS di Pakistan untuk memantau berita tempatan, sentiasa sedar dengan sekitaran, elakkan orang ramai dan pastikan pendaftaran perjalanan mereka dengan kerajaan AS sentiasa terkini. Cermin Konsulat AS dipecahkan Di Karachi, yang merupakan ibu negeri negeri Sindh selatan dan bandar terbesar Pakistan, pegawai polis kanan Irfan Baloch berkata demonstran sebentar menyerang perimeter Konsulat AS, tetapi kemudiannya dihantar pergi. Dia menafikan laporan bahawa mana-mana bahagian bangunan konsulat dibakar. Walau bagaimanapun, dia berkata demonstran membakar pos polis berdekatan dan memecahkan cermin konsulat sebelum pasukan keselamatan tiba dan menawan kawalan. Demonstrasi di kawasan sekitar konsulat berterusan selama berjam-jam, dengan puluhan belia, sebahagian membalut muka, melemparkan batu ke arah pegawai penguatkuasaan undang-undang dan berjanji untuk mencapai konsulat di mana ratusan polis dan pegawai paramilitari telah dikemaskan. Pertempuran itu mendorong Menteri Dalam Negeri Mohsin Naqvi untuk mengeluarkan rayuan untuk ketenangan. “Berikutan martir Ayatollah Khamenei, setiap warganegara Pakistan berkongsi kesedihan dengan rakyat Iran,” kata Naqvi dalam satu kenyataan, tetapi menyeru orang ramai untuk tidak mengambil undang-undang ke tangan sendiri dan menyatakan protes mereka dengan aman. Kerajaan negeri Sindh juga menyeru warganegara untuk menyatakan pandangan mereka dengan aman dan memberi amaran terhadap penglibatan dalam keganasan. Demonstrasi berlaku di tempat lain di Pakistan Di Islamabad, polis menembak gas air mata dan mengayunkan baton ketika ratusan demonstran, yang marah dengan pembunuhan Khamenei, cuba berarak ke arah Embassy AS. Pertempuran berlaku di luar enklaf diplomatik kota itu, di mana embassy terletak, dan polis tambahan telah dikemaskan. Sementara itu, di bandar barat utara Peshawar, pihak berkuasa juga menggunakan gas air mata dan baton untuk menghantar ribuan demonstran yang cuba mendekati Konsulat AS untuk mengadakan perhimpunan dan mengutuk pembunuhan pemimpin Iran, kata polis. Demonstran juga mengadakan perhimpunan aman di Multan, sebuah bandar di negeri Punjab, menyanyi slogan menentang Israel dan Amerika Syarikat. Mamoona Sherazi, yang menghadiri perhimpunan itu, berkata dia sedang memprotes pembunuhan Khamenei. “InsyaAllah, kita tidak akan tunduk kepada Amerika dan Israel,” katanya. Demonstran juga berkumpul dan bertempur dengan polis berulang kali berhampiran Konsulat AS di Lahore, ibu negeri Punjab timur, kata polis. Pihak berkuasa berkata kerajaan telah meningkatkan keselamatan di sekitar Embassy AS di ibu negeri, dan konsulat di seluruh negara untuk mengelakkan keganasan selanjutnya.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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WELIREG(R) (belzutifan) Plus LENVIMA(R) (lenvatinib) Reduced the Risk of Disease Progression or Death by 30% Compared to Cabozantinib in Certain Previously Treated Patients With Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) JCN Newswire

WELIREG(R) (belzutifan) Plus LENVIMA(R) (lenvatinib) Reduced the Risk of Disease Progression or Death by 30% Compared to Cabozantinib in Certain Previously Treated Patients With Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)

RAHWAY, NJ and TOKYO, Mar 2, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA (known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada) and Eisai (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito) today announced the first presentation of results from the Phase 3 LITESPARK-011 trial evaluating the dual oral regimen of WELIREG® (belzutifan), Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA’s first-in-class oral hypoxiainducible factor-2 alpha (HIF-2α) inhibitor, plus LENVIMA® (lenvatinib), an orally available multiple receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) discovered by Eisai, for the treatment of patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) whose disease progressed on or after treatment with anti-programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1)/ programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) therapy. These data are being presented as a late-breaking oral abstract at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Genitourinary (GU) Cancers Symposium (abstract #LBA417) and are included in the official ASCO GU Press Program.At a pre-specified interim analysis with a median follow-up of 29.0 months (range, 19.3-49.2), WELIREG plus LENVIMA demonstrated a statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvement in the primary endpoint of progression-free survival (PFS), reducing the risk of disease progression or death by 30% (HR=0.70 [95% CI, 0.59-0.84]; p=0.00007) compared to cabozantinib. For WELIREG plus LENVIMA, the median PFS was 14.8 months (95% CI, 11.2-16.6) versus 10.7 months (95% CI, 9.2-11.1) for cabozantinib. A trend toward improvement in overall survival (OS), the trial’s other primary endpoint, was also observed for WELIREG plus LENVIMA (HR=0.85 [95% CI, 0.68-1.05]; p=0.06075). The median OS was 34.9 months (95% CI, 27.5-NR) for WELIREG plus LENVIMA versus 27.6 months (95% CI, 24.0- 31.4) for cabozantinib. The trial is continuing, and OS will be evaluated at a subsequent analysis per the clinical trial protocol.Based on data from the LITESPARK-011 trial, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted two supplemental New Drug Applications (sNDA) for review seeking approval for WELIREG plus LENVIMA for the treatment of adult patients with advanced RCC with a clear cell component following a PD-1 or PD-L1 inhibitor. The FDA set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA), or target action date, of October 4, 2026, for both the WELIREG and LENVIMA sNDAs. Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA and Eisai will also discuss these data with regulatory authorities worldwide to support potential submissions outside the United States.“Choosing the right treatment for patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma after immunotherapy has been an ongoing challenge, and treatment options in this setting had not previously been evaluated against a current standard of care tyrosine kinase inhibitor in a Phase 3 trial,” said Dr. Robert Motzer, Principal Investigator and Genitourinary Medical Oncologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. “The LITESPARK-011 study demonstrated a 30% reduction in the risk of disease progression or death with belzutifan plus lenvatinib compared to cabozantinib, and 52.6% of patients experienced a response to treatment. These findings mark a critical step forward for these patients.”“The LITESPARK-011 trial highlights the potential of this first-of-its-kind combination regimen to deliver a meaningful benefit for patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma whose disease progresses after PD-1/L1 therapy,” said Dr. M. Catherine Pietanza, Vice President, Global Clinical Development, MSD Research Laboratories. “These WELIREG plus LENVIMA data demonstrate important progress for patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma and reinforce our commitment to improving the lives of patients through innovative treatment strategies.”“The LITESPARK-011 results reinforce LENVIMA's established role in renal cell carcinoma and highlight the potential of this novel combination to address an area of significant unmet need,” said Dr. Corina Dutcus, Senior Vice President, Oncology Global Clinical Development Lead at Eisai. “The acceptance of this regulatory filing is an important milestone, and we remain committed to working toward approval to bring this option to patients as soon as possible. We are grateful to the patients, their families, and the investigators, whose dedication made this research possible.”Additional findingsData for objective response rate (ORR) and duration of response (DOR), two key secondary endpoints, were also reported. At the first interim analysis with a median follow-up of 19.6 months (range, 9.9-39.8), WELIREG plus LENVIMA met ORR, demonstrating a statistically significant improvement compared to cabozantinib. A confirmed ORR of 52.6% (95% CI, 47.3-57.7) was observed for WELIREG plus LENVIMA versus 39.6% (95% CI, 34.6-44.8) for cabozantinib. At the second interim analysis with a median follow-up of 29.0 months, the median DOR was 23.0 months (95% CI, 2.0-44.3+) for WELIREG plus LENVIMA versus 12.3 months (95% CI, 1.8+-35.9+) for cabozantinib.WELIREG plus LENVIMA was administered to 370 patients and cabozantinib was administered to 371 patients. Grade ≥3 treatment-related adverse events (TRAEs) occurred in 71.6% of patients receiving WELIREG plus LENVIMA versus 65.8% of patients receiving cabozantinib. Adverse events led to treatment discontinuation in 11.1% of patients receiving WELIREG plus LENVIMA and in 11.3% of patients receiving cabozantinib, respectively. Serious adverse events were observed in 51.6% of patients receiving WELIREG plus LENVIMA versus 43.9% of patients receiving cabozantinib, and AEs led to death in 5.4% of patients (two were treatment-related: thrombotic microangiopathy [n=1] and pneumonitis [n=1]) versus 3.2% (one was treatment-related: hemoptysis [n=1]) of patients, respectively.LITESPARK-011 is part of a comprehensive late-stage clinical development program for WELIREG comprised of several Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials in pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma, von HippelLindau disease-associated neoplasms and RCC. The Phase 3 LITESPARK-012 trial is evaluating the addition of WELIREG to KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab), Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA’s anti-PD-1 therapy, plus LENVIMA in the first-line advanced RCC disease setting.WELIREG is approved in the U.S., European Union (EU), Japan and other countries for the treatment of adult patients with advanced clear cell RCC following a PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitor and 1-2 VEGFTKIs based on results from the Phase 3 LITESPARK-005 trial.KEYTRUDA plus LENVIMA is approved in the U.S., the EU, Japan and other countries for the treatment of advanced RCC. Lenvatinib is approved as KISPLYX for advanced RCC in the EU.LENVIMA in combination with everolimus is approved in the U.S., EU and other regions for the treatment of adult patients with advanced RCC following one prior anti-angiogenic therapy.Dr. Motzer has provided consulting and advisory services for Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA and Eisai.About LITESPARK-011LITESPARK-011 is a randomized, open-label Phase 3 trial (ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04586231) evaluating WELIREG in combination with LENVIMA compared to cabozantinib for the treatment of patients with advanced clear cell RCC that has progressed on or after anti-PD-1/L1 therapy. The dual primary endpoints are PFS per Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors version 1.1 (RECIST v1.1) as assessed by blinded independent central review (BICR) and OS. Key secondary endpoints include ORR per RECIST v1.1 as assessed by BICR, DOR per RECIST v1.1 as assessed by BICR, and safety. The trial enrolled 747 patients who were randomized to receive WELIREG (120 mg orally once daily) plus LENVIMA (20 mg orally once daily) or cabozantinib (60 mg orally once daily).About renal cell carcinomaRenal cell carcinoma is the most common type of kidney cancer, with about nine out of 10 kidney cancer diagnoses being RCC.1 In 2022, there were about 435,000 new cases of kidney cancer and approximately 156,000 deaths from the disease worldwide.2 RCC is about twice as common in men as in women.1 Most cases of RCC are discovered incidentally during imaging tests for other abdominal diseases. Approximately 30% of patients with kidney cancer are diagnosed at an advanced stage.3About Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA’s research in genitourinary cancersMerck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA is advancing research aimed at helping transform the treatment landscape and broaden options for people with genitourinary (GU) cancers, including bladder, kidney and prostate cancers. Globally, GU cancers account for an estimated 2.6 million new cancer diagnoses each year, equaling over 1 in 8 of all cancer incidences. Through a robust clinical development program with more than 50 clinical trials evaluating more than 22,000 patients around the world, Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA is investigating the potential of several portfolio medicines and pipeline assets, leveraging multiple novel combination strategies, across various stages of disease, to help address unmet needs in GU cancers.About WELIREG® (belzutifan) 40 mg tablets, for oral useWELIREG, Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA’s first-in-class hypoxia-inducible factor 2 alpha (HIF-2α) inhibitor, is an orally administered small-molecule designed to reduce transcription and expression of HIF-2α target genes associated with cellular proliferation, angiogenesis and tumor growth. By inhibiting HIF-2α signaling, WELIREG aims to disrupt key pathways certain tumors may use to adapt to low-oxygen conditions, including those that help promote abnormal blood vessel formation and support tumor survival.WELIREG has demonstrated antitumor activity in certain von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease-associated tumors, renal cell carcinoma and in pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma. As part of a broader clinical program, Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA continues to research WELIREG monotherapy and combination approaches for people with genitourinary, breast and gynecologic cancers across a range of treatment settings to further define where HIF-2α inhibition may provide clinical benefit and to better understand which patients are most likely to respond.About LENVIMA® (lenvatinib); available as 10 mg and 4 mg capsulesLENVIMA, discovered and developed by Eisai, is an orally available multiple receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor that inhibits the kinase activities of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) receptors VEGFR1 (FLT1), VEGFR2 (KDR), and VEGFR3 (FLT4). LENVIMA inhibits other kinases that have been implicated in pathogenic angiogenesis, tumor growth, and cancer progression in addition to their normal cellular functions, including fibroblast growth factor (FGF) receptors FGFR1-4, the platelet derived growth factor receptor alpha (PDGFRα), KIT, and RET. In syngeneic mouse tumor models, LENVIMA decreased tumor-associated macrophages, increased activated cytotoxic T cells, and demonstrated greater antitumor activity in combination with an anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody compared to either treatment alone. LENVIMA has been approved for the indications below.Thyroid cancer- Indication as monotherapy(Approved mainly in Japan, the United States, Europe, China and Asia)Japan: Unresectable thyroid cancerThe United States: The treatment of patients with locally recurrent or metastatic, progressive, radioiodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC)Europe: The treatment of adult patients with progressive, locally advanced or metastatic, differentiated (papillary/follicular/Hürthle cell) thyroid carcinoma (DTC), refractory to radioactive iodine (RAI)Hepatocellular carcinoma- Indication as monotherapy(Approved mainly in Japan, the United States, Europe, China and Asia)Japan: Unresectable hepatocellular carcinomaThe United States: The first-line treatment of patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)Europe: The treatment of adult patients with advanced or unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who have received no prior systemic therapy- Indication in combination with KEYTRUDA (generic name: pembrolizumab) and transarterial chemoembolization(Approved in China)Thymic carcinoma- Indication as monotherapy (Approved in Japan)Japan: Unresectable thymic carcinomaRenal cell carcinoma (In Europe other than the United Kingdom, the agent was launched under the brand name Kisplyx®)- Indication in combination with everolimus(Approved mainly in the United States, Europe and Asia)The United States: The treatment of adult patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) following one prior antiangiogenic therapyEurope: The treatment of adult patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma following one prior vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) targeted therapy- Indication in combination with KEYTRUDA(Approved mainly in Japan, the United States, Europe and Asia)Japan: Radically unresectable or metastatic renal cell carcinomaThe United States: The first-line treatment of adult patients with advanced renal cell carcinomaEurope: The first-line treatment of adult patients with advanced renal cell carcinomaEndometrial carcinoma- Indication in combination with KEYTRUDA(Approved mainly in Japan, the United States, Europe and Asia)Japan: Unresectable, advanced or recurrent endometrial carcinoma that progressed after cancer chemotherapyThe United States: The treatment of patients with advanced endometrial carcinoma that is pMMR or not microsatellite instability-high (MSI-H), as determined by an FDA-approved test, who have disease progression following prior systemic therapy in any setting and are not candidates for curative surgery or radiationEurope: The treatment of adult patients with advanced or recurrent endometrial carcinoma (EC) who have disease progression on or following prior treatment with a platinum-containing therapy in any setting and are not candidates for curative surgery.About the Eisai and Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA Strategic CollaborationIn March 2018, Eisai and Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, through an affiliate, entered into a strategic collaboration for the worldwide co-development and cocommercialization of LENVIMA. Under the agreement, the companies jointly develop, manufacture and commercialize LENVIMA, both as monotherapy and in combination with Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA’s anti-PD-1 therapy, KEYTRUDA, and HIF-2α inhibitor, WELIREG.Eisai’s focus on cancerEisai acknowledges “Oncology” as one of its key strategic areas, and will continue to focus on the discovery and development of anti-cancer drugs within drug discovery domains including “microenvironment”, “protein integrity and homeostasis”, and “cell lineage and cell differentiation” under the Deep Human Biology Learning (DHBL) drug discovery and development organization. Eisai aspires to discover innovative new drugs with new targets and mechanisms of action from these domains, with the aim of contributing to the cure of cancersAbout EisaiEisai’s Corporate Concept is “to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits that health care provides.” Under this Concept [also known as our human health care (hhc) Concept], we aim to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. With a global network of R&D facilities, manufacturing sites and marketing subsidiaries, we strive to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas of Neurology and Oncology.In addition, our continued commitment to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which is a target (3.3) of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), is demonstrated by our work on various activities together with global partners.For more information about Eisai, please visit www.eisai.com (for global headquarters: Eisai Co., Ltd.), us.eisai.com (for U.S. headquarters: Eisai Inc.) or www.eisai.eu (for Europe, Middle East, Africa, Russia, Australia, and New Zealand headquarters: Eisai Europe Ltd.), and connect with us on X (U.S. and global), LinkedIn (for U.S. and EMEA) and Facebook (global).Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA’s Focus on CancerEvery day, we follow the science as we work to discover innovations that can help patients, no matter what stage of cancer they have. As a leading oncology company, we are pursuing research where scientific opportunity and medical need converge, underpinned by our diverse pipeline of more than 25 novel mechanisms. With one of the largest clinical development programs across more than 30 tumor types, we strive to advance breakthrough science that will shape the future of oncology. By addressing barriers to clinical trial participation, screening and treatment, we work with urgency to reduce disparities and help ensure patients have access to high-quality cancer care. Our unwavering commitment is what will bring us closer to our goal of bringing life to more patients with cancer. For more information, visit https://www.merck.com/research/oncology.About Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USAAt Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. For more information, visit www.merck.com and connect with us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.Forward-Looking Statement of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USAThis news release of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (the “company”) includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of the company’s management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. There can be no guarantees with respect to pipeline candidates that the candidates will receive the necessary regulatory approvals or that they will prove to be commercially successful. If underlying assumptions prove inaccurate or risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results may differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements.Risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to, general industry conditions and competition; general economic factors, including interest rate and currency exchange rate fluctuations; the impact of pharmaceutical industry regulation and health care legislation in the United States and internationally; global trends toward health care cost containment; technological advances, new products and patents attained by competitors; challenges inherent in new product development, including obtaining regulatory approval; the company’s ability to accurately predict future market conditions; manufacturing difficulties or delays; financial instability of international economies and sovereign risk; dependence on the effectiveness of the company’s patents and other protections for innovative products; and the exposure to litigation, including patent litigation, and/or regulatory actions.The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 and the company’s other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) available at the SEC’s Internet site (www.sec.gov).(1) American Cancer Society, “What Is Kidney Cancer” https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/kidney-cancer/about/what-is-kidney-cancer.html(2) International Agency for Research on Cancer, World Health Organization. “Kidney fact sheet” Cancer Today, GLOBOCAN 2022. https://gco.iarc.who.int/media/globocan/factsheets/cancers/29-kidney-fact-sheet.pdf(3) E. Esterberg et al. Real-World Treatment Patterns and Clinical Outcomes Among Patients With Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma. Clinical Genitourinary Cancer April 2024, Vol. 22, No. 2, 115–125. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1558767323002203Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USAMedia RelationsJulie Cunningham: +1-(617) 519-6264John Infanti: +1-(609) 500-4714Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USAInvestor RelationsPeter Dannenbaum: +1-(732) 594-1579Steven Graziano: +1-(732) 594-1583Eisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations:+81-(0)3-3817-5120Eisai Co., Ltd.Investor Relations:+81-(0) 3-3817-5122 Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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