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ESR Debuts in JPY Bond Markets with a JPY30 billion Dual-Tranche Transaction

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Friday, June 30, 2023

The gross proceeds of the Notes Issue will be JPY30 billion.

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  • The gross proceeds of the Notes Issue will be JPY30 billion.
  • SMBC Nikko Capital Markets Limited was mandated as the Sole Global Coordinator, and a Joint Bookrunner with MUFG Securities Asia Limited Singapore Branch.
  • The Group has an extensive AUM of US$35.1 billion in Japan and approximately 4.7 million sqm of GFA as of 31 December 2022.
  • ESR has US$1.8 billion in cash and a healthy gearing[2] of 22.8% as of 31 December 2022.

Asian World Film Festival to Take Place November 9 - 18, 2022 in Los Angeles

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 8th annual Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) will take place November 9 – 18, 2022 in Los Angeles. AWFF kicks off Wednesday, November 9 with the world premiere of DECIBEL, directed by In-ho Hwang and starring Kim Rae Won and Lee Jang Suk. The action-thriller will unveil at the Regency Village Theater, Westwood and be followed by a Q&A with writer/producer Jin-hoon Lee ("Midnight FM") and a VIP reception. Red Carpet appearances begin at 5:00 PM and the screening at 7:00 PM.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The 8th annual Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) will take place November 9 18, 2022 in Los Angeles.
  • AWFF's closing film will be South Korea's Oscar submission DECISION TO LEAVE , directed by Park Chan-wook, winner of Cannes 2022 Best Director Award.
  • Expanded programming across 10 days will include centerpiece and special screenings, thematic film days, industry forum discussions, and other celebrations.
  • The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, brings the best of a broad selection of Asian world cinema to Los Angeles to draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and to strengthen ties between the Asian and Hollywood film industries.

Asian World Film Festival Launches Television Awards Festival and Announces 2022 Film Festival Dates

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

"Asian TV is exploding in importance--just like features--so the time is right for us to launch a dedicated TV event," said Georges N. Chamchoum, AWFF executive director. "AWTVSA will showcase popular and compelling episodic storytelling, surface under-the-radar talent, and provide a place for the industry and general audiences to celebrate great Asian TV content."

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian World Film Festival (AWFF) announced the launch of a sister television festival: Asian World TV Series Awards (AWTVSA).
  • Like AWFF, AWTVSA will highlight established and emerging Asian content, filmmakers, and artists, but with a focus on episodic television.
  • At the same time, AWFF announced the dates of the eighth edition of its burgeoning film event: November 9 - 18, 2022 in Los Angeles.
  • The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, brings the best of a broad selection of Asian world cinema to Los Angeles to draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and to strengthen ties between the Asian and Hollywood film industries.

Chloé Zhao, Mayling Ng, France Nuyen to be Honored In-Person at Asian World Film Festival Closing Night Gala

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Winners of the festival's competition films will also be announced, followed by the screening of South Korean box office hit Escape from Mogadishu, the closing night feature.

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  • Winners of the festival's competition films will also be announced, followed by the screening of South Korean box office hit Escape from Mogadishu, the closing night feature.
  • Seung-wan Ryoo, recipient of the 2021 Korean Film Critics Award for Best Director, will be in attendance.
  • The 2021 AWFF Closing Night Gala, including red carpet, awards presentation, screening, and reception, will take place November 11 at Saban Theater, Beverly Hills, CA.
  • The newly created Angel Benefactor Awards celebrate individuals and organizations that have unconditionally supported AWFF's efforts on behalf of the Asian film community.

Asian World Film Festival to Open with Marvel's Eternals November 1 in Los Angeles

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Monday, October 25, 2021

"Chlo Zhao is emblematic of the history and promise of Asian artists and ideal to launch 11 days of the best in current Asian cinema.

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  • "Chlo Zhao is emblematic of the history and promise of Asian artists and ideal to launch 11 days of the best in current Asian cinema.
  • "AWFF, now in its seventh year, celebrates the work of filmmakers of Asian descent and strengthens ties between the Hollywood and Asian entertainment industries.
  • She earned it forNomadland(2020), which also garnered the Venice Film Festival Golden Lion, Best Feature and Best Director BAFTAs, the Toronto International Film Festival People's Choice Award, the Best Picture Oscar, and many more.
  • Covid-19 protocol:The AWFF is committed to the safety of all participants at all events and venues by adhering to the standards set by Los Angeles.ABOUT THE ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL (AWFF)The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, brings the best of a broad selection of Asian world cinema to Los Angeles to draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and to strengthen ties between the Asian and Hollywood film industries.

The 6th Annual Asian World Film Festival Announces Official Competition Selections

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Furthermore, the movies in competition this year, as every year, reflect the vibrancy of Asian Cinema and the true spirit of what we are about: The Window to Asian World Cinema at its BEST!"

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  • Furthermore, the movies in competition this year, as every year, reflect the vibrancy of Asian Cinema and the true spirit of what we are about: The Window to Asian World Cinema at its BEST!"
  • Apart from the official competition screenings, the Festival will showcase special screenings of recent and past highly acclaimed Asian films and present exclusive Q&A panels with the filmmakers and cast of selected screenings.
  • For the second year, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) and the Asian World Film Festival will present a special HFPA Scholarship to a new Asian filmmaker.
  • Watch the new festival trailer here: bit.ly/2NvBl8O
    The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher Niyaz, brings the very best of a broad selection of Asian World cinema to Los Angeles to draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and strengthen ties between the Asian and Hollywood film industries.

Asian World Film Festival Announces New Chairman Shukhrat Ibragimov and 2020 AWFF Dates

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --As the 5th ANNUAL ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL (AWFF) comes to a successful conclusion, the festival is announcing its new chairman Shukhrat Ibragimov, who succeeds founder/chairman Sadyk Sher-Niyaz.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --As the 5th ANNUAL ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL (AWFF) comes to a successful conclusion, the festival is announcing its new chairman Shukhrat Ibragimov, who succeeds founder/chairman Sadyk Sher-Niyaz.
  • Dates for next year's 2020 AWFF were also announced and will take place November 4 -12, 2020 returning to the ArcLight Cinemas - Culver City and the Culver Hotel.
  • AWFF founder and former chairman Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, will continue to serve in a senior advisory role, as honorary president.
  • The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, brings the best of a broad selection of Asian World cinema toLos Angelesto draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and strengthen ties between the Asian andHollywoodfilm industries.

5th Annual Asian World Film Festival Announces Winners

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Friday, November 15, 2019

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 5th ANNUAL ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL (AWFF) announced Festival award winners during the closing night ceremony, November 14, at the ArcLight in Culver City.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The 5th ANNUAL ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL (AWFF) announced Festival award winners during the closing night ceremony, November 14, at the ArcLight in Culver City.
  • Said Georges Chamchoum, Executive and Program Director of the AWFF: "This year's Asian World Film Festival was a huge success and a celebration of the Asian & Asian-American Cinema.
  • THE 2019 ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS ARE:
    Snow Leopard Audience Award: 1982 (Lebanon), presented by Actress Tiffany Chu and accepted by Director Oualid Mouaness.
  • ABOUT THE ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL, NOVEMBER 6 14, 2019
    The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, brings the best of a broad selection of Asian World cinema toLos Angelesto draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and strengthen ties between the Asian andHollywoodfilm industries.

The 5th Annual Asian World Film Festival to Screen Over 25 Films Submitted for Oscar and Golden Globe® Consideration

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Thursday, October 31, 2019

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The 5th annual Asian World Film Festival has selected over 25 films that have qualified for Best International Feature Film competition at one or both of Hollywood's major award events, the Academy Awards and the Golden Globes.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The 5th annual Asian World Film Festival has selected over 25 films that have qualified for Best International Feature Film competition at one or both of Hollywood's major award events, the Academy Awards and the Golden Globes.
  • The festival also announced actress Tiffany Chu will receive the Snow Leopard Rising Star Award on opening night.
  • Thankful for my parents continued encouragement to pursue my dreams as an actor, and so grateful for the support of the Asian World Film Festival."
  • ABOUT THE ASIAN WORLD FILM FESTIVAL, NOVEMBER 6 14, 2019
    The Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), founded by Kyrgyz public figure Sadyk Sher-Niyaz, brings the best of a broad selection of Asian World cinema to Los Angeles to draw greater recognition to the region's wealth of filmmakers and strengthen ties between the Asian and Hollywood film industries.