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MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corporation (V-Green) and Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (Green GSM Philippines) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Manila Electric Company (MERALCO) – the largest power distribution company in the Philippines. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the efforts to promote green transportation and develop the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in the Philippines. Representatives of V-Green, Green GSM Philippines, and Meralco at the signing ceremony Under the MOU, the three parties will closely collaborate on researching and implementing solutions to accelerate EV adoption in the country, primarily through the deployment of electric taxi services and the development of a public charging station network. Specifically, the parties will jointly identify and evaluate potential locations for charging stations and taxi hubs, support the efficient and sustainable roll-out of charging networks, and explore opportunities to scale up the electric vehicle adoption in major urban areas such as Metro Manila and other key cities. In addition, the MOU outlines potential areas of cooperation such as co-developing solar energy solutions for EV charging stations, sharing technical expertise in EV technologies, and providing workforce training. Mr. Nguyen Thanh Duong – CEO of V-Green – stated: “We believe this partnership between V-Green, MERALCO, and Green GSM will create meaningful and positive change in the Philippines’ urban transportation landscape. Expanding a comprehensive charging network powered by renewable energy will not only accelerate the green transition but also improve quality of life for Filipino citizens.” Mr. Dao Quy Phi – CEO of Green GSM Philippines – shared: “Public access to clean, safe, and environmentally friendly mobility is heavily dependent on robust infrastructure. We believe this collaboration with MERALCO and V-Green will unlock significant growth opportunities for the electric taxi industry in the Philippines.” Manuel V. Pangilinan, Chairman and CEO of MERALCO, added: “This partnership brings together our collective strength in infrastructure, technology, and experience that will redefine our cities and our communities. Together, we intend to reframe the way we think about energy, transport and sustainability.” V-Green is a pioneering green infrastructure provider, committed to developing a smart, convenient, and seamlessly integrated EV charging network. In Vietnam, V-Green serves as the exclusive charging infrastructure partner for VinFast electric vehicles, playing a key role in the company’s rapid ascent to becoming the market leader in the domestic EV sector. Green GSM, meanwhile, is an innovative electric ride-hailing platform that operates a fleet powered entirely by VinFast EVs, with a mission to make green transportation accessible to all while elevating the standard of safe, reliable, and high-quality mobility services. In the Philippines, VinFast, V-Green, and Green GSM are collectively building a holistic electric mobility ecosystem—spanning EV distribution, charging infrastructure development, and electric taxi operations. This collaborative model is poised to deliver meaningful benefits to the public, from cost-effective mobility to safer and seamless travel experiences, while laying a strong foundation for the country’s transition to a greener future. Hashtag: #VinFast The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Green GSM Green GSM is the Philippines’ pioneering all-electric taxi fleet — a game-changing mobility solution championing sustainable, accessible, and eco-friendly urban transport. Powered exclusively by VinFast EVs, Green GSM is committed to reducing carbon emissions while delivering high-performance, reliable service to Filipino commuters. With driver-first programs, innovative digital booking platforms, and a bold national vision, Green GSM is driving the future of transport — one zero-emission ride at a time. Learn more at www.greengsm.ph About V-Green V-Green Global Charging Station Development Corporation is a pioneering green infrastructure company, committed to building a smart, convenient, and flexible EV charging ecosystem to accelerate the sustainable energy transition in Vietnam and globally. V-Green is expanding into high-potential markets across the region, including Laos, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The company offers a diverse portfolio of charging solutions, including home chargers (7.4 kW and 11 kW) and public AC/DC charging stations (ranging from 20 kW to 250 kW). All come equipped with smart management software and LINK connectivity technology to optimize performance and revenue. Learn more: https://vgreen.net/en About MERALCO Meralco is the largest electric power distribution company and the largest private sector utility in the Philippines. Through a Consolidated Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, Meralco provides electric service within its franchise coverage. Its subsidiaries are engaged in engineering and consulting, construction, bills payments and other electricity-related services. A subsidiary is in the process of developing the Company’s power generation portfolio. Meralco is listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE: MER). Meralco has the largest market capitalization among the Philippine listed utility and power sector companies. Further information is available at www.meralco.com.ph. Meralco is committed to data protection and privacy. To know more about how the Company protects personal data, please visit https://company.meralco.com.ph/privacy-statement. About VinFast VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses. VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at: https://vinfastauto.ph/en

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – MyRepublic announces that it has been officially recognised by Ookla®, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, as the #1 Best Fixed Network in Asia. MyRepublic Awarded #1 Best Fixed Network in Asia by Ookla® Millions of users around the world trust Speedtest® to measure the performance of their fixed and mobile networks every day. Ookla’s Best Fixed Network Award™, based on the Speedtest Connectivity Score™, provides a reliable measure of the overall fixed network experience. The Speedtest Connectivity Score combines various real-world network performance metrics, with the methodology weighted as follows: 50% on network speed performance, 25% on streaming video experience, and 25% on web browsing experience. This ensures the results reflect the true user experience across multiple activities, with each aspect contributing to the final score. MyRepublic earned this honour after being benchmarked against the top 10 fixed network providers across Asia, emerging as the region’s leading fixed broadband provider. The award validates MyRepublic’s continued investment in delivering high-performance connectivity for homes and businesses alike. With an unwavering commitment to innovation, speed, and reliability, MyRepublic’s fixed network consistently outperforms its competitors across Asia in key areas, including download speed, latency, and overall user satisfaction. “Being named the #1 Best Fixed Network in Asia by Ookla is a tremendous honour and a reflection of the hard work of the MyRepublic team,” said Lawrence Chan, Managing Director of MyRepublic Singapore. “We’ve always believed in pushing the boundaries of what broadband can do. This recognition affirms our mission to deliver exceptional connectivity that empowers people and businesses to deliver their best. We accept this accolade not just on behalf of MyRepublic, but for Singapore as well. This is a testament to the country’s growing strength and innovation in digital infrastructure on the global stage.” As one of Asia-Pacific’s most agile telecommunications companies, MyRepublic has built a reputation for disrupting traditional broadband markets, championing gamer-grade connectivity, and offering tailored solutions for SMEs and enterprises. This accolade from Ookla marks a major milestone in MyRepublic’s journey to transform digital experiences. Hashtag: #MyRepublic #Ookla #SpeedTestAwards #BestFixedNetwork #BestBroadband #SpeedWinner https://myrepublic.net/sg/https://www.linkedin.com/company/myrepublichttps://x.com/myrepublichttps://www.facebook.com/MyRepublicSG/https://www.instagram.com/myrepublicsg/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Ookla® Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, brings together the trusted expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, and RootMetrics® to deliver unmatched network and connectivity insights. By combining multi-source data with industry-leading expertise, Ookla transforms network performance metrics into strategic, actionable insights. Speedtest Awards, presented by Ookla, are an elite designation reserved for fixed and mobile providers in a market. Based on consumer-initiated tests and background scans from Speedtest applications, Speedtest Awards represent real world network performance provided to customers. About MyRepublic MyRepublic is an award-winning telecom operator whose values lie in the future of connectivity, the next opportunity to disrupt, and innovations that will make a real difference. The provider’s priority is to redefine broadband and mobile connectivity in the markets it operates and empower customers to understand what a true modern connectivity experience can be.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – Apical has successfully implemented a robust management system to ensure full compliance with the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which is set to take effect in December 2025. The company’s system assures a traceable, sustainable and deforestation-free supply chain, aligning with the stringent requirements of the regulation. In preparation for the regulation’s full implementation, Apical successfully completed several EUDR-compliant trial shipments of palm oil and palm kernel oil products in the second half of 2024. This milestone underscores Apical’s commitment to meeting the evolving sustainability expectations of its customers and stakeholders. Apical’s readiness is built on its comprehensive Deforestation-Free Due Diligence (DFDD) Implementation Framework, which has undergone rigorous third-party assessment and verification. The framework is structured around seven key focus areas: 1. Governance: A solid governance structure, led by a dedicated management team, has established the necessary frameworks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies to ensure EUDR compliance. 2. Internal Capacity-Building: Apical’s employees are continuously trained on EUDR requirements, ensuring full organisational alignment and commitment from management. 3. Supplier Profiling & Prioritisation: Suppliers are identified using a risk-calibrated approach, prioritising those who meet compliance standards. 4. Supplier Due Diligence & Risk Mitigation: Apical has actively engaged suppliers to promote EUDR understanding, while also initiating data collection, risk assessments, spatial analysis, supplier field visits and reviewing and approving SOPs for EUDR-compliant suppliers. 5. Operational Compliance: Apical ensures all facilities designated for receiving, processing, storage and shipment of products comply with regulatory requirements. 6. Digital Platform for Transparency: Apical has developed a DFDD digital platform that offers suppliers and customers an easy interface to exchange EUDR-compliant information, providing essential data such as supply chain traceability, deforestation visual analysis and due diligence statements for each shipment. 7. Third-Party Verification: Apical’s EUDR readiness has been independently verified by third-party assessors, ensuring further transparency in its processes and offering assurance to customers. “At Apical, we see the EUDR as a transformative milestone to strengthen resilience and accountability across the palm oil sector. Our readiness for this regulation transcends compliance – it sets a new benchmark for responsible production. By embedding innovation and transparency into every link of our supply chain, we are forging stronger partnerships, aligning with global sustainability goals, and delivering enduring value to communities, ecosystems, and stakeholders alike,” said Tor Mooi See, Director of Sustainability at Apical. A member of the Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) group of companies founded by Sukanto Tanoto, Apical’s ongoing efforts to exceed sustainability standards underscore its role in shaping the future of the palm oil industry. By fostering a deforestation-free, traceable and sustainable supply chain, the company is not only addressing critical environmental challenges but also contributing to a more equitable and resilient global economy. Hashtag: #RGE #Apical #EUDR #Palm #Sustainability #DFDD #Regulation https://www.apicalgroup.com The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Apical Apical is a leading vegetable oil processor with an expanding global footprint. Our vertically integrated mid-stream refining and value-added downstream processing makes us an integral supplier that supports the needs of various industries namely food, feed, oleochemicals and renewable fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) which enables a great reduction of CO2 emissions. With integrated assets in strategic locations spanning Indonesia, China and Spain, Apical operates numerous refineries, oleochemical plants, renewable fuel plants and kernel crushing plants. Through joint ventures and strategic partnerships, Apical also has processing and distribution operations in Brazil, India, Pakistan, Philippines, Middle East, Africa, USA and Vietnam. Apical’s growth is built on the foundations of sustainability and transparency, and motivated by our strong belief that we can contribute to a circular economy for a more meaningful impact, even as we continue to grow our business and deliver innovative solutions to our customers.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 July 2025 – FBS, one of the leading global brokers, proudly announces a significant achievement — its first award for Corporate Social Responsibility. At the CFI.co Awards 2025, FBS received the title “Excellence in Social Responsibility within the Forex Industry — Asia,” recognizing the company’s deep, ongoing commitment to giving back and making a real impact beyond trading. FBS Wins First CSR Award for Making a Real Difference Across Asia This award is more than just a milestone, it reflects the depth and consistency of FBS’s CSR efforts. In the first half of 2025 alone, the company launched several meaningful initiatives focused on education, community support, and helping young learners across Asia and Latin America. One of the recent highlights was the Project Warisan Holiday Camp in Malaysia, organized in partnership with SUKA Society. The three-day event brought together around 60 Indigenous students and 25 parents from rural Perak, offering interactive learning in English, science, financial literacy, and cultural heritage. Earlier this year, during Ramadan 2025, FBS donated $20 000 to support over 400 people in Malaysia and Indonesia with food aid, festive clothing, and celebration events. These 2025 projects build on the company’s strong foundation of CSR in 2024, when FBS carried out 16 initiatives across seven countries, directly benefiting more than 14 000 people. From upgrading classrooms in Indonesia and South Africa to supporting refugee children in Thailand, FBS focused its efforts where help was needed most. To highlight the impact of this journey, FBS created a dedicated CSR video capturing powerful moments from the field and launched a new section on its website, showcasing the people, partners, and stories behind every initiative. At FBS, social responsibility is more than a one-time effort — it is a sustained commitment aligned with the company’s core values. This recognition from CFI.co reinforces the belief that a company’s success should be shared with the communities it touches. FBS is proud to go beyond trading to create real-world change. Together with its clients and partners, FBS is building a future where opportunity is accessible to all — from classrooms to crisis zones. Explore FBS’s full CSR journey at fbs.com/social-responsibility. Hashtag: #FBS #CSR #Charity https://fbs.com/https://www.facebook.com/financefreedomsuccess/https://www.instagram.com/fbs_forex/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About FBS FBS is a global brand that unites several independent brokerage companies under the licenses of FSC (Belize), CySEC (Cyprus), and ASIC (Australia). With 16 years of experience and over 100 international awards, FBS is steadily developing as one of the market’s most trusted brokers. Today, FBS serves over 27 000 000 traders and more than 700 000 partners around the globe.