Singapore – CNBC will bring the Asia Business Leaders Awards (ABLA) back to Singapore. The 9th ABLA will be broadcast LIVE globally from the Capella Hotel in Sentosa on 25 November 2010 at 8pm (SIN/HK). CNBC pioneered the prestigious ABLA to salute remarkable business leaders for their continued commitment to excellence in Asia. This event gathers the most influential names in business under one roof to celebrate vision and the spirit of achievement in business leadership. CNBC’s world-renowned anchor, Maria Bartiromo, will be returning to Singapore to host the ABLA again this year. Bartiromo is the host of CNBC’s Closing Bell and the host/managing editor of the nationally syndicated Wall Street Journal Report with Maria Bartiromo. This year’s ABLA will feature interview segments and multiple award presentations. The awards contended for in Asia Pacific are Asia Business Leader of the Year; Asia Innovator of the Year; Asia Talent Management Award; Corporate Social Responsibility Award; Asia Viewers Choice Award; and Lifetime Achievement Award.