“FedEx Panda Express” Brings First Giant Pandas to the UK
November 29, 2011 by admin
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FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and one of the world’s largest express transportation company, recently announced it is donating its logistical services to transport two giant pandas from China to Scotland on Sunday 4 December, subject to final regulatory approval. [Read more...] Read More →
Asian charities for children to benefit from RICE
November 28, 2011 by admin
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Returns Invested in Children and Education (“RICE”), a Singapore‐established charity launched by Asia‐based alternative asset managers, recently announced that it has been officially registered as a Hong Kong charity. The move paves the way for RICE to begin fundraising activities in Hong Kong, which will generate donations and awareness... [Read more...]
GAB Foundation sharpens students’ English language skills through education initiative
November 25, 2011 by admin
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GAB Foundation today gave recognition to 200 students who graduated from their year-long English programme. The GAB Foundation Graduation Day was held at SJK (T) Tan Sri Dato Manickavas [Read more...] Read More →
Sustainability and Communication: The Need for a Guide on Responsibility
by Nikos Avlonas, Founder & President Center for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE) In recent years, Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability has attained an important position in the minds of management across all areas of operation. As a result, we have seen the emergence of the Corporate Sustainability Strategy, a new form of a Corporate... [Read more...]
FedEx Express Delivers Relief Supplies to Sikkim Earthquake Victims
November 9, 2011 by admin
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FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp, has delivered 1,000 shelter tool kits to earthquake victims in Sikkim. The initiative to offer shelter relief to affected families was organised in collaboration with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS). [Read more...] Read More →
Handing out some radical Asian philanthropy
Courtesy of Insead Knowledge, by Mrinalini Reddy Wealthy Asian dynasties are redefining the way they share their gains with the communities that helped them prosper. A new study by INSEAD and UBS reveals for the first time shifting trends in Asian philanthropy, from obscure donations to progressive strategies. [Read more...] Read More →
AIA Healthy Living Index Reveals Widespread Health Dissatisfaction Across Asia Pacific
November 4, 2011 by admin
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AIA Group Limited recently unveiled Healthy Living Indices for 15 markets based on a first-of-its-kind pan-regional survey examining the healthy living habits of over 10,000 adults across Asia Pacific and their hopes and concerns for a healthier way of life. The AIA Healthy Living Index was commissioned by AIA and conducted by TNS, a leading consumer... [Read more...]




