Day: October 3, 2022

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Pakistan calls for long-term US commitment to cope with climate challenges

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Masood Khan has called for long term commitment of the US  to enable Pakistan  cope with the challenge posed by climate induced floods.

Addressing a congregation of Pakistani-American Press Association in Washington, he said both Pakistan and the US have been partner in peace and now they need to confront this challenge together and transform crisis into an opportunity by building back better and greener.

The Ambassador said recent devastations caused by unprecedented floods in Pakistan and Hurricance IAN in Florida and adjacent states has clearly demonstrated that no country is immune to the phenomenon of climate change. He said we need to come together and act fast before it is too late.

The Ambassador thanked the US Administration, Congress, private sector, philanthropists and others who contributed in their individual capacity to show their solidarity with their Pakistani friends.

He also lauded Pakistani American community for their generous support to relief and rescue of the affected population.

Ambassador Masood Khan said the future of Pakistan-US relation is bright.

Renowned Scholar Akbar Ahmed, in his remarks, highlighted the need for the two countries to develop a better understanding of each other.

Disaster Operations Specialist at the USAID’s office in the US Alison Lapp reiterated that the US is committed to stand by Pakistan at this difficult hour.

Source: Radio Pakistan

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EMGA completes EUR 9.4M capital raise for Kashf Foundation with financing from BIO

LONDON, Oct. 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The EURO 9.4 million funding facility for Kashf Foundation was originated, structured, and negotiated by Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA), the emerging market investment bank.

Speaking on the transaction, Mr Shahzad Iqbal, CFO of Kashf Foundation said, “Kashf Foundation is registered as a Non-Banking Micro Finance Company regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan. Set up in 1996 as the first specialized microfinance institution of Pakistan it began its operations as a Grameen replicator and since then, Kashf has successfully carved out a distinct and unique niche for itself in the microfinance sector in Pakistan by offering a suite of innovative and transformative products and services to low-income households especially for women. It has a current outreach of over 600,00+ female borrowers across its 360+ branches with a GLP of USD 90+ million.”

“Just to share that it has always been a pleasure working with EMGA on new transactions to expand our network and outreach. This is the first ever transaction that we are doing with BIO and that too, in Euros. I believe BIO and Kashf will work together and build a strong relationship to increase the financial inclusion in Pakistan and particularly for women. This transaction will help Kashf Foundation to expand its outreach not only in its existing operational areas but also in the new geographical regions across Pakistan.”

Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA)’s Managing Director and Head of Investment Banking Sajeev Chakkalakal said, “It has been a pleasure to continue our long-term partnership with Kashf Foundation and deliver this new financing solution despite the volatile economic environment both within Pakistan as well as globally.” Also commentating on the transaction, Emerging Markets Global Advisory Limited (EMGA)’s Managing Director Jeremy Dobson said, “It was a real pleasure to work with Kashf Foundation again on this latest transaction and help support their female micro-entrepreneur client base.”

Frédéric Vereecke, Investment Officer from the Belgian Investment Company for Developing countries (BIO) commented, “We welcome the opportunity to support Kashf Foundation in empowering women and their families by providing quality financial services to low-income households in Pakistan.”

Kashf Foundation is registered as a Non-Banking Micro Finance Company regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan. Set up in 1996 as the first specialized microfinance institution of Pakistan it began its operations as a Grameen replicator and since then, Kashf has successfully carved out a distinct and unique niche for itself in the microfinance sector in Pakistan by offering a suite of innovative and transformative products and services to low-income households especially women.

Belgian Investment Company for Developing countries (BIO) supports a strong private sector in developing and emerging countries, to enable them to gain access to growth and sustainable development within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals. They achieve this by investing in small and medium-sized enterprises, financial institutions, and infrastructure projects, contributing to socio-economic growth in developing countries.

Emerging Markets Global Advisory Limited (EMGA), with offices in New York and London helps financial institutions and corporates that seek new debt or equity capital. EMGA provides its services, to clients within many of the worlds rapidly developing economies, including Pakistan. With a proven track record in capital formation and strategic advisory throughout diverse economic cycles, EMGA continues to expand its geographic reach and service offering, as they solidify their place in the market as one of the industries preeminent emerging markets focused investment banks.

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Vontier Completes Acquisition of Invenco

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — (BUSINESS WIRE) — Vontier Corporation (“Vontier”) announced today that it completed its previously announced acquisition of Invenco, a leading global provider of open platform retailing and payment hardware and software solutions. Invenco will function as part of Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR), an operating company within the Mobility Technologies platform, to help expand their software-enabled workflow solutions and subscription business model.

Vontier Completes Acquisition of Invenco

As one of the leading suppliers of retailing and payment solutions to the convenience retail industry worldwide, Invenco’s innovative, modern, and highly secure solutions are well positioned to enable retailers to solve for dynamic needs and innovate for different energy futures, digital payments, and consumer services.

This acquisition accelerates our digital strategy and better positions us to serve our customers’ growing demand for secure, digitally agile software systems,” said Mark Morelli, Vontier’s chief executive officer. At the same time, it also delivers on our goal to move up the technology stack, expand our recurring revenue base, and accelerate growth in high-growth markets.”

“We are excited to welcome Invenco to the Vontier family,” said Aaron Saak, President, Gilbarco Veeder-Root. “Invenco immediately enhances GVR’s retail and payment solutions capabilities to deliver on both existing and key emerging market trends. Invenco’s secure, cloud-based open architecture software platform allows fast, low-cost integration while improving customers’ digital agility. Combining Invenco’s disruptive technology platforms with our strong direct channel presence creates a compelling market-leading position to deliver innovative products and solutions for our customers.”

Invenco has made significant investments to accelerate its transformation from hardware to software aligning with Vontier’s evolution to an industrial technology company with software enabled workflows. Vontier remains at the forefront of solving next-generation mobility and transportation challenges. With Invenco’s forward-looking technology Vontier will continue delivering smart, sustainable solutions for its stakeholders, customers and consumers world-wide.

About Vontier

Vontier is a global industrial technology company at the forefront of solving next-gen mobility and transportation challenges. Guided by the Vontier Business System and an unwavering commitment to our customers, Vontier delivers smart, sustainable solutions to create a better world.

About Gilbarco Veeder-Root

Gilbarco Veeder-Root is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, pump media, point-of-sale systems, payment systems, tank gauges and fleet management systems.

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