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Update At 14:00    USD/EUR 0,92  ↑+0.0002        USD/JPY 149,97  ↑+0.871        USD/KRW 1.338,90  ↑+3.01        EUR/JPY 163,03  ↑+0.903        Crude Oil 86,74  ↓-0.15        Asia Dow 3.794,56  ↑+30.51        TSE 1.799,00  ↑+60        Japan: Nikkei 225 39.790,21  ↑+49.77        S. Korea: KOSPI 2.657,31  ↓-28.53        China: Shanghai Composite 3.073,03  ↓-11.9009        Hong Kong: Hang Seng 16.550,90  ↓-186.2        Singapore: Straits Times 3,18  ↑+0.009        DJIA 22,42  ↑+0.0602        Nasdaq Composite 16.103,45  ↑+130.274        S&P 500 5.149,42  ↑+32.33        Russell 2000 2.024,74  ↓-14.5867        Stoxx Euro 50 4.982,76  ↓-3.26        Stoxx Europe 600 503,94  ↓-0.86        Germany: DAX 17.932,68  ↓-3.97        UK: FTSE 100 7.722,55  ↓-4.87        Spain: IBEX 35 10.596,70  ↓-1.2        France: CAC 40 8.148,14  ↓-16.21        

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Education April 30, 2016

International links broaden education at ICU

Founded on a basis of international collaboration, Japan’s International Christian University (ICU) already has a globalized view of education in practice that gives it an edge in the current...
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Construction April 29, 2016

Robotics & ICT to shake up construction

Construction, civil engineering and real estate contractor with a hi-tech edge, Asunaro Aoki Construction Co., Ltd. uses advanced techniques to make existing buildings more earthquake resistant with...
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Finance April 29, 2016

Growth set to be among world’s highest

President of the National Bank of Pakistan, the financial arm of the country, Syed Ahmed Iqbal Ashraf has more than 30 years of experience in banking and is a recognized figure for playing major roles...
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Manufacturing April 28, 2016

Cosmetics manufacturer eyes global top spot

A one-stop total service provider for the cosmetics industry, Nihon Kolmar creates everything from the printing, packaging and the contents of the final product for a wide range of cosmetic companies....
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Energy April 27, 2016

Global powers are realigning on the back of oil – and India is driving that realignment

Ahead of 2040, as India’s population continues growing and its economy expands to more than five-times its current size, the nation is to lead the surge in global demand for energy. A cross-country...
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Manufacturing April 26, 2016

Industry savors global growth

The Shariah-compliant food industry is expanding at an annual rate of 10%, helped in part by the increasing trade among Islamic nations. Issues of certification and standards remain, but the growing...
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Education April 26, 2016

Inspiring generations to ‘be ambitious’

One of the most prestigious and respected universities in the country and a core pillar of higher education not only in Japan but also Asia, Hokkaido University currently has around 18,000 students...
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Others April 25, 2016

IPPUDO sets world standard in ramen

Founded in 1986, Chikaranomoto Company has grown rapidly and built up a hard-earned reputation for changing the image of ramen. Its 70 IPPUDO restaurants are across Japan and also around the world in...
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Education April 24, 2016

INCEIF takes islamic finance education to a global level

Daud Vicary Abdullah is a British converted Muslim who since 2011 has been President and CEO of INCEIF, the International Centre for Islamic Finance. Also known as the Global University for Islamic...
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Tourism & Culture April 23, 2016

Inbound tourism leader eyes global growth

One of the world’s largest travel companies, JTB Corp. was ahead of the competition in targeting Japan’s inbound tourism sector a decade ago and encouraging tourists to go beyond its main...
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Logistics April 22, 2016

MRJ to set new benchmark for regional jets

The highly anticipated Mitsubishi Regional Jet (MRJ) is flying the flag for the nascent Japanese aerospace industry. President of its creator, the Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation (MITAC), Hiromichi...
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Tourism & Culture April 22, 2016

Historic landmark hotel preserves legacy of quality and broad appeal

Tokyo’s iconic Imperial Hotel originally opened its doors in 1890 at the behest of the Japanese aristocracy to cater for the increasing number of Western visitors to Japan, and has since welcomed...
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Manufacturing April 22, 2016

MHI to tap niche market opportunities

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd is one of the largest employers in Japan with over 80,000 employees and is the number one heavy industry manufacturer in the country, producing around 500 products that...