Avanade, a leading Microsoft solutions provider, announced today the appointment of Rodrigo Caserta (left in pic) as CEO.

After nine years of searching for his true calling and facing several failed ventures, business owner Zaid finally discovered his passion for crafting scented candles. In 2019, he launched Lampu Cherita, a homemade scented candle store. However, his excitement soon turned to frustration as he grappled with the complexities of e-commerce and the challenges of being a novice seller. Determined to make his mark, Zaid turned to Shopee for the support and knowledge he needed. 

As major global economies look to reposition critical minerals supply chains outside China, the resulting inefficiencies could increase the cost of finished goods and delay the energy transition. The world cannot achieve decarbonisation without copper, a crucial component in electrification. Currently, China dominates copper mining, downstream processing (smelting and refining) and semi-manufacturing. According to a new report by Wood Mackenzie, demand for copper is expected to rise by 75% to 56 million tonnes (Mt) by 2050, necessitating substantial investment.