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Milken Institute to Present the Second Global Investors’ Symposium in Hong Kong, Charting a Path for Connecting Global Markets

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1 year ago

February 20, 2025

The flagship investment-focused Symposium builds on the success of the inaugural event and will prioritize connecting global investors, chief executives, business leaders, and policymakers around the world.

HONG KONG, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Global Investors’ Symposium, the world’s premier investment-focused leadership gathering, will return to Hong Kong for its second edition on March 24 at the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, announced the Milken Institute today. With a full day of well-curated programming, this year’s agenda aims to uncover growth opportunities and broker gainful partnerships, bridging the dynamism of global markets amid the evolving geopolitical landscape.

Under the theme Connecting Global Markets: Partnerships for Resilience, the event will convene more than 600 business leaders and senior executives to engage in compelling panel discussions, fireside conversations, and private roundtables. All public panel discussions will be broadcast live on Milken Institute’s website for audiences tuning in online.

“The success of the first Global Investors’ Symposium in Hong Kong demonstrates its unique strength in bridging global markets and investors, and underscores Hong Kong’s important role as an international financial center,” said Laura Deal Lacey, executive vice president of Milken Institute International at the Milken Institute. “The return of the Symposium will continue to drive meaningful discussions on financial and technology innovations and green financing initiatives, and inspire collaborative partnerships among global investors.”

Distinguished guests in attendance will interact with global leaders and investors through a series of networking sessions and roundtable dialogues. Confirmed speakers include Marc Antaki, deputy chief strategy and risk officer, Mubadala; Todd Boehly, chairman and CEO, Eldridge; Jorge Familiar, vice president and treasurer, World Bank, and pension finance administrator, World Bank Group; Tony Fernandes, CEO, Capital A; Keyu Jin, associate professor of economics, Department of Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science, and author of The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and Capitalism; Timothy Reese, CEO and chief investment officer, Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System; and more. The Honorable Paul Chan Mo-Po, Hong Kong financial secretary, is expected to kick off the Symposium with opening remarks.

“Hong Kong’s integration with mainland China and her role as a conduit linking mainland China with the global economy sets Hong Kong apart. As a highly developed free-market economy governed by common law backed by a Judiciary that protects intellectual property, Hong Kong’s role as a global financial center connecting international capital with the world’s second-largest economy is indispensable,” said Robin Hu, Chair of Asia at the Milken Institute. “I am thrilled that the Milken Institute is returning to Hong Kong for the second edition of the Global Investors’ Symposium. We look forward to inspiring conversations from a new generation of global investors and Chinese entrepreneurs in search of a new China Narrative.”

For information about the 2025 Milken Institute Global Investors’ Symposium, please visit https://milkeninstitute.org/events/global-investors-symposium-hong-kong-2025. To join the event, please register via this link. For media credentials or inquiries, reach out to Yeen Chong at ychong@milkeninstitute.org.

About the Milken Institute

The Milken Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank focused on accelerating measurable progress on the path to a meaningful life. With a focus on financial, physical, mental, and environmental health, we bring together the best ideas and innovative resourcing to develop blueprints for tackling some of our most critical global issues through the lens of what’s pressing now and what’s coming next. For more information, visit www.milkeninstitute.org.

About Milken Institute International

Milken Institute International extends the reach and impact of Milken Institute programs, events, and research by focusing on the role that health, finance, and philanthropy play in addressing social and economic issues around the world. We leverage the Institute’s global network to tackle regional challenges and integrate regional perspectives into developing solutions to persistent global challenges. For more information, visit www.milkeninstitute.org/international.

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FranklinWH Introduces Enhanced 15 kWh aPower in Australia and New Zealand

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1 hour ago

May 3, 2026

Expansion comes as policy shifts and rising power costs accelerate demand for residential energy storage

SYDNEY, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — FranklinWH, a leading provider of whole-home energy management and battery storage solutions, today announced the launch of its enhanced 15 kWh aPower battery in Australia and New Zealand, as demand for residential energy storage continues to grow, driven by evolving policy settings and increasing interest in energy independence.

The updated aPower builds on the company’s established platform, increasing usable capacity from 13.6 kWh to 15 kWh and raising warrantied throughput from 43 MWh to 60 MWh, an increase of 40 percent. These updates deliver more usable energy over the life of the system while maintaining the same footprint and price.

“The energy landscape is shifting quickly, and more homeowners are thinking beyond the upfront specs to what really pays off over time,” said Steve Ruskin, General Manager of FranklinWH Australia. “This upgrade is about delivering more performance over the life of the system, more usable energy, greater throughput, while staying true to our ‘buy once, buy right’ philosophy.”

The increase in warrantied throughput translates into savings for homeowners. Based on typical usage patterns and an electricity rate of A$0.35 per kilowatt-hour, the additional throughput may represent up to approximately A$5,950 in value over the lifetime of the system. The increase in usable capacity also improves energy density, lowering the effective cost per kilowatt-hour and supporting more efficient use of stored energy.

The 15 kWh configuration also aligns with current and upcoming policy frameworks benefitting residential battery adoption. This includes the updated Cheaper Home Batteries Program, with changes coming into effect for Australian homeowners from 1 May, 2026, helping households maximise value as incentives continue to evolve.

As the residential battery market expands, FranklinWH continues to focus on reliability and system performance. The aPower incorporates design elements to support durability, including structural reinforcement to reduce cell stress over time, per-cell temperature monitoring, and the separation of the battery pack and control systems to maintain reliable performance.

“We believe performance should be measured over years, not just at installation,” Ruskin added. “We focus on building systems that deliver consistent, reliable results over time. That long-term perspective is what ultimately defines value for homeowners.”

The aPower is designed to operate as part of the FranklinWH System, an integrated home energy management platform that coordinates energy generation, storage, and consumption. The system is designed to optimise multiple energy inputs, provide reliable backup power, and support more efficient and independent energy use at the household level.

About FranklinWH

FranklinWH Energy Storage is the manufacturer of the FranklinWH System. FranklinWH is a market-oriented, research-driven company focused on next-generation residential energy management and storage solutions. Located in Macquarie Park, Sydney with a global head office in the San Francisco Bay Area, FranklinWH’s team has decades of experience in energy systems, from design, through manufacturing, to sales and installation. FranklinWH is AVL-listed with multiple financial institutions.

Contact: Media@franklinwh.com

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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3 hours ago

May 3, 2026

Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped families navigate immigration. OCI processing is one of our most impactful services, connecting the Indian diaspora to their heritage. We’re proud to bring our expertise to help families secure OCI status with confidence. Evan James, CEO

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

New OCI Application — For foreign nationals of Indian origin, spouses of Indian citizens or existing OCI card holders, and minor children with at least one Indian parent applying for OCI status for the first time.OCI Card Renewal — For card holders whose OCI card has expired, or whose linked passport has been renewed or replaced and requires an updated booklet.Re-issuance (Age Milestones) — OCI cards must be re-issued when minors reach the age of 18 and again when card holders turn 50, due to significant changes in appearance. Peninsula Visa guides clients through both transitions seamlessly.Miscellaneous OCI Services — Covering corrections to existing records, lost or damaged card replacement, address changes, and other administrative updates to the OCI file.

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Expert Guidance — Dedicated OCI specialists with deep knowledge of consulate requirements, eligibility rules, and documentation standards across all service types.High Approval Rate — A meticulous multi-stage review process that identifies and resolves issues before submission, dramatically reducing the likelihood of rejection or delay.Fast Turnaround — Standard processing in 12-15 Business Days for most OCI service types, with real-time status updates throughout the process.End-to-End Support — Personalized document checklists, secure document uploads, expert form preparation, consulate submission, and post-submission tracking — all in one place.

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

“For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped individuals and families navigate the complexities of immigration documentation. OCI processing is one of the most impactful services we have ever added — it directly connects the Indian diaspora to their heritage country in a lasting, meaningful way. We are proud to bring our proven expertise and client-centric approach to this important service, and we look forward to helping thousands of families secure their OCI status with confidence.”

Founded in 1975, Peninsula Visa has built its reputation on precision, transparency, and a genuine commitment to client outcomes. The addition of OCI processing services reflects the company’s ongoing mission to expand its offerings to meet the evolving needs of immigrants and their families across the United States.

Get Started Today

Eligible applicants can begin their OCI journey by visiting Peninsula Visa’s dedicated OCI Services page. New users can take advantage of the 20% launch discount by entering promo code OCI20 at checkout when selecting any OCI service type.

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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3 hours ago

May 3, 2026

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

Get Started Today

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/