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Daily Express
15 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Express
University College Sabah Foundation inks MoU with Indonesian varsity
Published on: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 22, 2025 Text Size: Dr Rafiq Idris (2nd from left) and Dr Harnovinsah (third from left) signing the MoU between UCSF and Universitas Pancasila, Jakarta, Indonesia in Kota Kinabalu on Monday. Kota Kinabalu: Regional collaboration in higher education received a boost as Universitas Pancasila (UP) of Indonesia and University College Sabah Foundation (UCSF) Malaysia, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), here, Monday. The MoU was signed by UP Faculty of Economics and Business Dean Dr Harnovinsah, C.A, and UCSF Vice Chancellor Datuk Dr Rafiq Idris, marking a joint commitment to advance the implementation of Tridharma of Higher Education, particularly in student mobility, collaborative research and the development of the Kampus Berdampak programme. 'This collaboration is not merely a formal ceremony, but a commitment to build cross-border relations that are progressive, innovative, and responsive to global challenges,' Dr Harnovinsah said. He also expressed appreciation towards UCSF, describing it as a prominent institution in health sciences, research and community service. Also present at the event were Chairman of UCSF's Board of Directors Datuk Mohd Yaakub Hj Johari, along with senior university officials. Meanwhile, Dr Rafiq said UCSF remains committed to strengthening academic, research, and community service cooperation between the two institutions. 'There is much we can learn from, benefit from, and share with each other,' he said. The ceremony also featured the International Seminar on Youth, Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Malaysia–Indonesia Perspectives, which brought together academics and young thinkers from both countries in an open scholarly forum. The seminar included presentations by Dr Erwin Permana, Deputy Dean II of FEB UP and head of the Entrepreneurship course, and Siti Rahma, a lecturer from UCSF. While UCSF Faculty of Management & Entrepreneurship Dean, Najmi Abdullah, delivered the keynote address at the start of the seminar. Discussions centred on the need to enhance regional cooperation in building an inclusive, sustainable and high-impact entrepreneurial ecosystem for society. Both institutions reiterated their commitment to not only produce academically excellent graduates, but also highly competitive individuals capable of making meaningful contributions to the socio-economic development of Southeast Asia. The MoU is expected to serve as a catalyst for closer bilateral ties between Malaysia and Indonesia in higher education, innovation and global human capital development.
CNBC
06-07-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Trade deadlines and oil drama set the stage for a crunch week in global markets
CNBC's assignment desk has a conundrum this week: how to approach July, 9. Why does this specific date matter? It's the deadline for trade negotiations between the U.S. and European Union before the tariffs axe (maybe) falls once again. But President Donald Trump's tendency to move deadlines makes it tricky to commit to a big coverage plan when the date could become redundant. However — as we saw with the surprise framework agreed between the U.S. and China in Geneva back in April — you also can't afford to underplay the deadlines' significance. What we do know is that a full trade deal is "impossible" before the deadline, in the words of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and that the best Brussels can hope for is an "agreement in principle." As CNBC anchor Silvia Amaro reported last week, the EU is banking on at least a bare-bones deal to show progress and avoid the 50% levy on products exported from the bloc. We should get some clues from Brussels on Tuesday and Wednesday, as European finance ministers gather for their regular meeting in Brussels. Another assignment that is much more definitive: the OPEC Seminar. The circus rolls back into Vienna as the oil producers' International Seminar takes place at the city's grand Hofburg Palace on Wednesday and Thursday. The meeting offers delegates two days of discussion and analysis on energy security and investment. It's a far cry from the days of the OPEC media scrum at the concrete headquarters on the other side of the Austrian capital. As a junior producer, I was lucky enough to cover OPEC with CNBC Anchor Steve Sedgwick. Before Covid, these manic biannual meetings saw journalists fight for soundbites from the world's most influential OPEC ministers. In those days, the scrum was affectionately known by a much less polite term… OPEC+ members — a wider group that includes non-OPEC oil producers, including Russia — meet this weekend to decide on another (highly anticipated) output hike amid a volatile month for crude prices. At the Seminar, ministers will also be joined by the CEOs of some of the world's largest energy companies, including BP and Shell. CEOs Murray Auchincloss and Wael Sawan will be the center of attention as market watchers and journalists alike look for any clues that a much-denied takeover could still be in the cards.
India.com
21-04-2025
- Business
- India.com
Cybersecurity is a Collective Responsibility, says Lisianthus Tech Founder & CEO at Cyber Shikshit Bharat Launch Event
NEW DELHI: In a historic move in line with the Indian government's vision for a secure and digitally empowered nation, Lisianthus Tech, a leading cybersecurity firm, has officially launched the Cyber Shikshit Bharat initiative this week. The announcement was made during the International Seminar on Cyber Warfare organised by Lisianthus Tech. This ambitious initiative is designed to foster a cyber-aware and cyber-resilient India through focused efforts in education, technological innovation and international collaboration. The initiative is being projected as a major extension of national missions such as Vikshit Bharat and Cyber Surakshit Bharat , reinforcing the importance of empowering citizens, government bodies and private enterprises to play a proactive role in securing the digital sphere. At the heart of this initiative is the upcoming Central Cyber Security Centre of Excellence (COE) – a state-of-the-art national centre dedicated to AI-powered threat detection, development of advanced hardware security tools, cybersecurity training and strategic policymaking. Speaking at the launch event, Khushhal Kaushik, Founder and CEO, Lisianthus Tech, emphasised the collective nature of cybersecurity in today's interconnected world. The Cyber Shikshit Bharat initiative is driven by our commitment to educate Indian citizens about cybersecurity and cybercrime so that they can keep themselves safe in the digital world. We want to raise awareness, strengthen India's digital security and contribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji's vision of tech leadership,' Kaushik said. The initiative comes at a time when there is growing global concern over cyber warfare – an invisible, borderless threat that was reiterated by G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant, who emphasised the importance of a unified and robust response. 'Cybersecurity must be seen as a collective responsibility of every stakeholder,' Kant said, urging collaboration between nations, corporations and citizens. During the Cyber Shikshit Bharat launch Including G20 Sherpa and Kailash vijayvargiya ji cabinet Minister of MP government Join Virtually , including Dr. Sanjay Bahl, Director General of CERT-In, Air Marshal GS Bedi and Lt Gen AS Lamba, Advisor to Lisianthus Tech. Also present was Certainly! Here's a refined version of the statement in a polished, professional style: Former National Cyber Security Coordinator PMO and Retired Lieutenant General Rajesh Pant, now a mentor to Lisianthus Tech, emphasized the broader vision behind the initiative, highlighting its dual impact—both national and global. The Cyber Shikshit Bharat initiative is designed not only to benefit Indian citizens by enhancing cyber awareness, generating employment opportunities, and mitigating digital threats, but also to contribute to the global community by fostering international collaboration, driving innovation, and strengthening cyber resilience,' said Lt Gen Pant. As cyber threats grow in scale and sophistication, structured efforts like Cyber Shikshit Bharat provide a timely and strategic response. By building capacity, nurturing innovation, and contributing to the evolution of global standards, we are equipping individuals and institutions alike to proactively address digital risks. In doing so, India is safeguarding its own digital ecosystem while playing a pivotal role in shaping a more secure, intelligent, and interconnected world.' 'Cyberattacks create vulnerabilities that threaten our country's digital progress. for taking up such an important initiative to find effective solutions against cybercrime,' he said. The Cyber Shikshit Bharat program will be rolled out in three strategic phases across global regions: The initiative will be launched in three phases, with a strong focus on fostering global collaboration. 'Kaushik elaborated on the key pillars of the program, which include Skill Development, Advanced Hardware Security, AI-Integrated Cybersecurity Training, and Collaborative Policy-making. Khushhal Kaushik, 'With this initiative, we hope to provide a strong cybersecurity foundation that will support our Prime Minister's digital aspirations and elevate India's position in the global tech community.' The launch event serves as a confluence of academia, government agencies and private industry, reflecting the growing need for an integrated, knowledge-driven response to cyber threats. With Cyber Literate India, Lisianthus Tech aims to not only protect India's digital infrastructure but also inspire a global culture of cyber responsibility.
