UOB acts as sole arranger and dealer for the EMTN Programme, providingaplatformforBaiduriBanktostrengthenfundingresilience and expand its international investor base.

BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Baiduri Bank Sendirian Berhad (Baiduri Bank) has established its inaugural USD2 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme (EMTN Programme) on 5 October 2026, pursuant to which Baiduri Bank may issue notes (Notes) from time to time. The establishment of the EMTN Programme marks a significant milestone in Baiduri Bank’s funding strategy and enhances Brunei’s connectivity with international capital markets.

The EMTN Programme provides a platform for Baiduri Bank to access international debt capital markets and, subject to compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and directives, Baiduri Bank may issue Notes from time to time. United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) has been appointed by Baiduri Bank to act as the sole arranger and dealer for the EMTN Programme.

The establishment of the EMTN Programme strengthens Baiduri Bank’s funding flexibility and diversifies its sources of funding as it advances its long-term growth ambitions. It also broadens the Bank’s engagement with international institutional investors, supporting a more resilient and diversified funding profile.

Ti Eng Hui, Chief Executive Officer of Baiduri Bank, said: “Our EMTN Programme reflects Baiduri Bank’s commitment to maintaining a resilient and diversified funding profile. As we advance our growth strategy, the EMTN Programme provides a strong foundation to support our future funding needs while enhancing our engagement with the global investment community.”

The Programme represents an important step in Baiduri Bank’s development as it strengthens its access to international capital markets and reinforces its position as one of Brunei’s leading financial institutions. It is also expected to contribute to the continued development of Brunei’s financial sector by increasing the visibility of the country’s homegrown institutions among global fixed-income investors.

SamuelTan, HeadofGroupInvestmentBanking, UOB, said: “The establishment of Baiduri Bank’s inaugural EMTN Programme marks a significant milestone for both Baiduri Bank and the continued evolution of Brunei’s capital markets. As sole arranger and dealer, UOB will support Baiduri Bank in strengthening its funding flexibility and expanding its access to international investors. The EMTN Programme provides a strong platform to support Baiduri Bank’s long-term growth ambitions while reinforcing Brunei’s connectivity with global capital markets.”

Important notice

This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute or form part of any invitation, offer, or solicitation to any person in any jurisdiction to acquire, purchase, or subscribe for any securities, nor should it form the basis of, or be relied on in connection with, any contract or commitment whatsoever. You should not consider any information in this press release legal, financial, business or tax advice.

The Notes have not been, and will not be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) or any U.S. state securities laws or with any securities regulatory authority of any state or other jurisdiction of the United States. The Notes may not be offered or sold in or into the United States or delivered within the United States unless an exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act is available and in accordance with all applicable securities laws of any state of the United States and any other jurisdiction.

About Baiduri Bank Group

Established in Brunei Darussalam in 1994, Baiduri Bank Group is one of the country’s largest providers of financial products and services and one of Brunei Darussalam’s two systemic financial institutions. The Group comprises Baiduri Bank and its two wholly owned subsidiaries, Baiduri Finance and Baiduri Capital, providing banking services to institutions and corporations, retail banking, consumer financing, securities trading and wealth management.

Combining a global outlook with extensive local knowledge and a strong commitment to the Brunei market, the Bank has a track record of financial innovation and pioneering initiatives. In 2025, the Bank established the Baiduri Bank Representative Office, Singapore, a Representative Office Registered in Singapore as part of its strategic initiative to grow its regional business. Baiduri Bank holds an ‘A-/A-2’ credit rating with a Stable Outlook from S&P Global Ratings.

Baiduri Bank was recognised in the inaugural Forbes World’s Top-Performing Banks 2026 ranking, placing 43rd among 149 banks globally in the USD3 billion to USD10 billion asset category. It was the only Brunei bank featured on the list. The Bank was also named Best Bank in Brunei 2026 by Euromoney for the fourth time and Best Retail Bank in Brunei 2026 at the TAB Global Excellence in Retail Finance Awards. In addition, Baiduri Bank was recognised as a 3-Star Lister on the ESG Select List 2025 by the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) and received the Brunei Employee Engagement of the Year – Banking award at the Asian Management Excellence Awards 2026 for the third consecutive year.

About UOB

UOB is a leading Asian bank with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through its head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, it has a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets.

Since its incorporation in 1935, UOB has grown organically and through a series of strategic acquisitions. Today, UOB is rated among the world’s top banks: Aa1 by Moody’s Investors Service and AA- by both S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.

For more than nine decades, UOB has adopted a customer-centric approach to create long-term value by staying relevant through its enterprising spirit and doing right by its customers. UOB is focused on building the future of ASEAN – for the people and businesses within, and connecting with, ASEAN.

UOB connects businesses to opportunities in the region with its unparalleled regional footprint and leverages data and insights to innovate and create personalised banking experiences and solutions catering to each customer’s unique needs and evolving preferences. UOB is also committed to help businesses forge a sustainable future, by fostering social inclusiveness, creating positive environmental impact and pursuing economic progress.

UOB believes in being a responsible financial services provider and is steadfast in its support of education, children and art, doing right by its communities and stakeholders.

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DBS Group CEO, Tan Su Shan retains No. 1 spotTechnology emerges as the leading sector, with 16 women in tech on the 2026 listTwenty-four newcomers join the ranking of 100 women across 14 markets

SINGAPORE, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Business power across Asia-Pacific is shifting, as a new generation of women leaders gains influence alongside some of the region’s most established corporate figures. Fortune today unveiled its third annual Most Powerful Women Asia list, recognizing 100 women whose leadership, business performance and influence are helping shape the region’s economic future.

At the top of the 2026 ranking, DBS Group CEO Tan Su Shan retains the No. 1 position, while Grace Wang holds at No. 2. One of the year’s most significant moves comes from technology entrepreneur Zhou Qunfei, who climbs 25 places to No. 3, underscoring the growing influence of technology among Asia’s most powerful women in business.

That shift is reflected more broadly across the ranking. Technology is the most represented sector on this year’s list, with 16 honorees, ahead of banking with 14. Their presence reflects the increasingly central role technology plays in Asia’s economy, as businesses spanning digital platforms, advanced manufacturing and other technology-driven industries grow in scale and influence.

The ranking also reveals both continuity and change in Asia’s corporate leadership. Of the 100 honorees, 76 return from last year’s list, while 24 make their debut, bringing a new cohort of leaders into the ranking alongside many of the region’s most distinguished and established business figures.

The list spans 14 markets across Asia-Pacific, with mainland China accounting for the largest number of honorees at 18, followed by Hong Kong SAR with 16 and Singapore with 12. Other markets represented include Thailand (9), India (7), Japan (6), Australia (6), Vietnam (5), Malaysia (5), South Korea (4), the Philippines (4), Taiwan (3), Indonesia (3) and Macau SAR (2).

The Top 10 Most Powerful Women in Business in Asia 2026:

Tan Su Shan, CEO, DBS GroupGrace Wang, Chairwoman and CEO, Luxshare Precision IndustryZhou Qunfei, Founder and Chairwoman, Lens TechnologyMeng Wanzhou, Deputy Chairwoman, Rotating Chairwoman and CFO, HuaweiBonnie Y. Chan, CEO, Hong Kong Exchanges and ClearingMalina Ngai, Group CEO, AS WatsonWang Fengying, President, Xpeng MotorsRoshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson, HCLTechMitsuko Tottori, President and CEO, JAL GroupJoey Wat, CEO, Yum China

Beyond individual rankings, the list reflects the international reach of women leading some of Asia’s largest businesses. Twenty-five honourees hold global or regional leadership positions at Fortune Global 500 companies, while 23 serve as CEOs, chairs or other C-suite executives at Fortune Southeast Asia 500 companies.

“What stands out in this year’s ranking is how the landscape of business power in Asia is evolving,” said Charmian Choo, Asia list Senior Manager. “We see established leaders continuing to shape some of the region’s largest companies, alongside a new generation rising through the ranks. The prominence of technology is particularly striking, reflecting the sector’s growing influence on Asia’s economy and the women increasingly at the forefront of that transformation.”

Fortune evaluated candidates based on the scale and performance of their organizations, career trajectory, influence, innovation and broader societal impact.

Alongside the business ranking, Fortune also spotlights 10 exceptional women whose achievements extend beyond the corporate world, including world champions, celebrated artists, a space pioneer and changemakers in philanthropy and public policy. Their stories offer a broader perspective on the different forms of influence shaping contemporary Asia.

Celebrating Asia’s Women Leaders in Ho Chi Minh City

Fortune will recognize the 2026 honorees at the Most Powerful Women Asia Leaders Breakfast and Awards Presentation on November 3, held in conjunction with the inaugural Fortune Southeast Asia 500 Summit at the JW Marriott Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The gathering will bring together Fortune’s MPW community across Asia, as well as senior women leaders for a conversation on the changing nature of leadership, influence and opportunity in Asia. More information on the event can be found here.

The full Fortune Most Powerful Women Asia 2026 ranking and accompanying stories will be available internationally on Fortune.com/asia  and on newsstands across Asia from today.

About Fortune:
Fortune is the premier global media company for global business leaders, built on a 96-year-old legacy of trusted, award-winning journalism. Independently owned, Fortune tells the story of business, spanning legacy companies to the world’s new generation of innovators. Fortune measures corporate performance through rigorous benchmarks, and holds companies accountable, in regions around the world. Its iconic rankings include Fortune 500, Fortune Global 500, Most Powerful Women, and World’s Most Admired Companies. Fortune builds world-class communities by convening industry thought leaders for exclusive summits and conferences, including the Fortune Global Forum, Fortune Brainstorm Tech, and Fortune Most Powerful Women. For more information, visit fortune.com.

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$2 trillion a year of grocery buying across the US, Canada, EU and UK has moved to AI-led procurement. Gartner expects AI agents to outnumber human sellers ten to one by 2028.

VANCOUVER, BC, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GreenCore Solutions Corp. (GSC) today released A2A-Grocery.ai, the agentic hub for grocery retail procurement, live across 20 markets in Europe, the Americas and Asia-Pacific.

The shift is already on the record. In June 2026, Cloudflare’s CEO announced that artificial intelligence (AI) agents had passed humans on the web for the first time — 57% of traffic. By October it is 64% agents to 36% human, a 12% rise in the agent share in four months (Cloudflare Radar). The buyer followed: 94% of business buyers used AI in their most recent purchase (Forrester, 2026); more than half of US employees use AI in their job (Gallup, Q2 2026); 56% of US businesses pay for it (Ramp AI Index, Aug 2026). Gartner predicts AI agents will outnumber human sellers ten to one by 2028. Grocery retailers in the US, Canada, EU and UK buy about $2 trillion of goods a year, and that buying is now done with agents.

A2A-Grocery.ai is where those agents source and shop. It puts food makers in front of the AI agents that now do the grocery buying: 1,973,447 points of sale, 8,619 retail banners, 20 markets, 5 billion agentic datapoints — the GSC Agentic Stack for retail grocery. GSC’s AI Agents have handled 100M+ agentic handshakes year to date.

A2A-Retailmedia.ai is the agentic retail-media hub for grocery. Retail media is the fastest-growing line in grocery retail: stores grow 2–4% a year; the media business by contrast grows 10 to 40% and throws off profit the shelf never could. Global retail media is a $200 billion market in 2026, rising to $223 billion in 2027 (WARC); the US alone is $71 billion, up 18% in a year (eMarketer). One marketplace takes nearly four of every five of those US dollars. The 8,619 grocery banners on the A2A-Grocery record are the other side of that market — the fastest-growing media sector, now agentic, banner by banner, on A2A-Retailmedia.ai.

“A new sector opened this year: agentic grocery retail. Two trillion dollars of buying, now done by agents, with the fastest-growing media business in retail riding on it. A sector that size now has one hub, and A2A-Grocery.ai is it — every banner, every maker, every aisle that matters, in twenty countries,” said Matthew Keddy, CEO of GreenCore Solutions Corp. “GSC is the agentic commerce hub for grocery retail. Brands and private label makers to shelves, marketplaces, and ad media at scale.”

A2A-Grocery.ai leads four hubs and a gateway on the GSC Agentic Core: A2A-Cosmetics.ai, the agentic commerce hub for cosmetics in 18 markets; A2A-Peptides.ai, the gated business-to-business hub for licensed peptide trading partners in 35 countries; and A2A-Diapers.ai, the secure trade agent gateway for hygiene.

Hubs: a2a-grocery.ai • a2a-retailmedia.ai • a2a-cosmetics.ai • a2a-diapers.ai • a2a-peptides.ai

About GreenCore Solutions Corp. (GSC)

GreenCore Solutions Corp. (GSC) is the agentic commerce hub for the retail grocery sector. A2A-Grocery.ai, A2A-Retailmedia.ai, A2A-Diapers.ai, A2A-Cosmetics.ai and A2A-Peptides.ai run on GSC’s Agentic Core, delivered on Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Agent-to-Agent (A2A), human in the loop. GSC operates on Microsoft Azure in 18 regions and on Google Cloud Enterprise, serving 20 grocery markets. GSC is a Microsoft AI Cloud Partner. D-U-N-S 24-336-6774. For more information visit gsc-em.com.

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