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Entries are now open for the 30th edition of the FinanceAsia Awards which celebrate the best banks, brokers, consultants, rating agencies, law firms and other financial institutions across the region.

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Aviation finance partner Leo Fattorini has brought a six-person aviation team from Bird & Bird, while Jason Chan joins in Hong Kong.

Philippines’ Aboitiz Equity Ventures has agreed for BlackRock's Global Infrastructure Partners to take a 40% stake in Aboitiz InfraCapital; the Philippines government is ramping up infrastructure investment.

Samantha Horton, group chief operating officer and head of international at Syfe, explained to FA some of the mechanics, challenges and attractions of the 2025 deal for the listed firm, and also future regional expansion plans.

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Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s leading energy retailers and generators. Sembcorp is looking to grow its renewables capacity to 25 GW by 2028.

YP05002, developed by Yao Pharma, is in Phase 1 clinical development in Australia and can potentially help with metabolic diseases; Yao Pharma will receive an upfront payment of $150m for a worldwide licence.

The spun off firm from JD.com is preparing for an initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on December 11; the deal could generate around $20m of fees.