HAIKOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 9 December 2024 - The 27th China (Hainan) International Trade Fair for Tropical Agricultural Products took place at the Hainan Free Trade Port on Dec. 5-8. Participants from 2,200 enterprises representing over 10 countries and regions attended the event, sharing the latest agricultural advancements and innovative technologies. The 27th China (Hainan) International Trade Fair for Tropical Agricultural Products During the fair, delegations, exhibitors, and buyers from countries and regions such as Vietnam, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Cambodia, Russia, South Korea, Thailand, Tanzania, and Singapore visited the major halls, seeking opportunities for agricultural collaboration. According to official statistics, the Fair attracted over 60,000 attendees, generating on-site transactions exceeding USD 60 million (RMB 442 million) and project signings amounting to nearly USD 120 million (RMB 860 million). ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - The Singapore Cat Carnival 2025, the first cat-exclusive event at Marina Bay Sands, is set to captivate feline enthusiasts on 22 and 23 February 2025 at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Hall C. Running from 10 AM to 8 PM, the event aims to bring together cat owners, breeders, and enthusiasts to celebrate all aspects of feline care, welfare, and appreciation through a lineup of activities, workshops, and informative sessions. Organised by Clubpets, one of the event's standout highlights is the ISFC International Cat Grooming Certification and Competition, the biggest cat grooming competition in Singapore, attracting international participants from Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Myanmar. Organised by the International Society of Feline Cosmetologists (ISFC), this global competition showcases the talent of grooming professionals while promoting international standards in feline grooming educatio ...read more

As the Year of the Snake Approaches, the contrasting sentiments reveal deeper economic realities and highlight the paths forward for both cities. Optimism Divide: A striking difference in outlook for 2025 exists between residents of Singapore and Hong Kong. 51% of Singaporeans express optimism about the upcoming year, while only 29% of Hong Kong residents share this sentiment. Confidence in Achievements: 57% of Singaporeans report high confidence in achieving their goals in 2025, contrasting sharply with just 34% of individuals in Hong Kong who feel similarly assured. Happiness Metrics: 55% of Singaporeans feel content in their daily lives compared to 43% of Hong Kong residents. Financial stability, health, and family are recognized as the top contributors to happiness across both regions. Economic Worries: Financial concerns remain a pervasive issue for both populations. Among younger demographics, Gen Z and Millennials in Hong Kong express heighte ...read more

SHENZHEN, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - China remains crucial in global economic growth, with a steadily expanding Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) and confidence in meeting growth targets, solidifying its position as a powerhouse in the global economy. In November 2024, the PMI of China's manufacturing industry reached 50.3%, an increase for three consecutive months, indicating an accelerating pace in the expansion of the manufacturing industry, according to the National Bureau of Statistics of China. Building upon this momentum, CHINAPLAS 2025, themed "Transformation * Collaboration * Sustainability," will take place at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center, PR China, on April 15-18, 2025. Expanding from its 2023 edition in Shenzhen, CHINAPLAS 2025 will host over 4,000 international exhibitors, with 380,000 sqm of space across all 19 halls, showcasing the latest innovations in plastics and rubber solutions. Together with 9 country/region p ...read more

The Memorandum of Understanding signed by both parties aims to provide greater access to healthcare services and co-create innovative solutions to drive quality of care and ensure patient outcomes.SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - AIA Singapore and Raffles Hospital today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly pursue key initiatives, which will enhance Singapore Residents' access to quality healthcare services at Raffles Hospital. Pictured from left to right: Kenneth Wu, Chief Operating Officer of Singapore Healthcare, Raffles Medical Group, and Irma Hadikusuma, Chief Marketing and Healthcare Officer of AIA Singapore Signed today by Irma Hadikusuma, Chief Marketing and Healthcare Officer of AIA Singapore and Dr Kenneth Wu, Chief Operating Officer of Singapore Healthcare, Raffles Medical Group, the collaboration between a leading life insurance and a leading healthcare provider will kickstart with three key in ...read more

PUCHHEIM, GERMANY - Newsaktuell - 23 January 2025 – ELATEC, a leading global provider of user authentication and identification solutions, is beginning 2025 with a significant step forward in its global expansion strategy: the launch of its new office in Dubai. Operating under the name ELATEC Middle East Trading FZE, this new location will serve as a dedicated hub to support the company's growing customer base and partners across the Middle East. The operations, led by Managing Director Carsten Hoersch, are set to drive innovative, secure, and tailored access control solutions in the region. A Strategic Milestone in the Middle East Gerhard Burits, CEO of the ELATEC Group, emphasized the strategic importance of this expansion: "Our new presence in the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) demonstrates our commitment to strengthening relationships with regional partners and addressing market-specific needs. This move aligns seamlessly with our mission to provide secure, flexible, and f ...read more

BAODING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - As the winter chill sets in and the world transforms into a glistening wonderland, Great Wall Motor (GWM) takes center stage at its spectacular Ice and Snow Off Road Carnival, reaffirming its prowess in the off-road domain and captivating enthusiasts from all over the world. GWM, GO WITH MORE in the New Year——GWM Celebrates White New Year With its Ice&Snow Carnival The festival grounds are a playground of ice and snow, meticulously designed to test the limits of GWM's off-road vehicles. Here, the latest models, equipped with state-of-the-art Hi4 tech family, are ready to take on the frigid challenges. At the heart of GWM's display is the Hi4 T Strong Off-Road Vehicle Family. The TANK series, including the TANK 300, 400, 500, and 700, along with the second-generation H9 and an array of pickup trucks like the GWM POER 2.4T - Off-Road POER and SAHAR POER, dominate the scene. These vehicles, p ...read more

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between, Saigon Jim Brother's Corporation (EVM), Solarvest (Vietnam) Company Limited ("Solarvest"), and Power Engineering Consulting Joint Stock Company 2 (PECC2), marking the start of a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the adoption of a renewable energy solution in Vietnam. This collaboration focuses on leveraging the Direct Power Purchase Agreement (DPPA) Mechanism via National Grid to supply a large amount of green electricity by Solarvest and PECC2 to EVM's operations in Vietnam, playing a part in facilitating sustainable energy projects and drive Vietnam's clean energy transition. After years of research, the Vietnamese Government issued Decree 80/2024/ND-CP on July 3, 2024, regulating the mechanism for direct power purchase agreement (DPPA) between renewable energy generators and large electricity consumers. Among the two types ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced Puneet Swani has been named head of Talent Solutions for Asia Pacific, effective immediately. Swani will be based in Singapore and report to Tim Dwyer, head of Human Capital for Asia Pacific at Aon. Swani will help drive Aon's Talent Solutions capability and integrated Human Capital approach in Asia Pacific working closely with the Talent, Health and Wealth Solutions teams, across the region. "Talent Solutions is crucial to our overall Human Capital strategy due to its impact on clients' abilities to attract, retain and develop their talent. By addressing these needs, we aim to assist clients in making better decisions in the pursuit of stronger, more adaptable and motivated workforces. I am excited to welcome Puneet to the Aon team," said Dwyer. "Puneet's business acumen, combined with his twenty-five plus years of experienc ...read more

Cardholders with locally issued Visa credit cards in Vietnam will soon have access to real-time installment offers at top merchants in South Korea, enhancing repayment convenience while travelingHO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, and DealMe, a fintech company, have joined forces to address the increasing demand for cross-border shopping and flexible payment options. This collaboration will introduce cross-border card installment payment services, offering greater payment flexibility to Vietnamese and other international consumers. Cardholders with locally issued Visa credit cards in Vietnam will soon have access to real-time installment offers at top merchants in South Korea, enhancing repayment convenience while traveling. This initiative will benefit Vietnamese shoppers, as Visa's data indicates that 75% of surveyed Vietnamese consumers plan to travel for leisure next year, with South Korea b ...read more

MOSCOW, RUSSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - Wildberries, a leading e-commerce platform in Eurasia, saw a surge in sales turnover for its operations in Central Asia in 2024. With a population of 75 million and rapidly growing online retail penetration, Central Asia is one of the world's most dynamic markets for e-commerce growth. Wildberries currently operates in three of the region's five countries. Kazakhstan, the largest economy in Central Asia, is Wildberries' third-largest market after Russia and Belarus. The company began operating there a decade ago. Purchases in Kazakhstan on the Wildberries marketplace increased by 96% year-on-year in the first nine months of 2024. Sales by Kazakhstan-based sellers on the platform grew by 67% during the same period. With more than one million sellers on its platform, Wildberries supports the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs in the region by enabling them to sell their products not only on their domestic marke ...read more

Re-imagining a Classic Tale of the Three Kingdoms in English; Renowned Theatre Director Dr Vicki Ooi's 101st ProductionHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - Widely celebrated for its literary and artistic value, as well as its timeless virtues, the Chinese literary classic Romance of the Three Kingdoms continues to inspire audiences across generations. The Absolutely Fabulous Theatre Connection (AFTEC), known for its innovative bilingual Learning Theatre™ approach, is set to present its latest production, Rousing the Dragon, this March. This English retelling of the Three Kingdoms saga will bring to life the legendary tales of Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, and Zhuge Liang. Directed and adapted by Dr Vicki Ooi, recipient of the 31st Hong Kong Drama Awards' Lifetime Achievement Award, the production will feature live music, bilingual surtitles, and a captivating performance that promises to move audiences. Rousing the Dragon marks the 101st production by AFTEC's ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 January 2025 - Kaplan (Singapore) officially launched its new Odeon 333 City Campus1 on 17 January 2025, another dynamic hub for delivering Murdoch University and Kaplan programmes and fostering a vibrant environment for student activities. This landmark occasion also celebrates the longstanding partnership between Murdoch University and Kaplan, recently renewed for another 15 years in 2024. From left to right, Professor Peter Waring, Professor Simon McKirdy, Professor Andrew Deeks, His Excellency Allaster Cox, Ms Denise Phua, Mr David Jones, and Dr Susie Khoo commemorated the launch of the Odeon 333 City Campus The launch comes at a milestone year, with Singapore and Australia celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2025, a moment that underscores the important role of education in strengthening connections between the two nations. This year also marks Murdoch University's 50th anniversary and 25 years of ...read more

With over 1,000 guests in attendance, this year's gala underscores the company's commitment to promoting creativity and innovation, providing content creators and viewers with a diverse and enriching experience. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - Bigo Live, a leading global social live-streaming platform, is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated BIGO Awards Gala, now in its sixth edition. Under the theme "LIVE YOUR OASIS", the event celebrates creativity, community, and sustainability while fostering a safe and innovative digital ecosystem. Taking place on January 24, 2025, at the iconic Marina Bay Sands, Sands Theatre in Singapore, the gala returns to the city where Bigo Live was founded. BIGO Awards Gala 2025 With over 1,000 attendees from across the globe, the gala will honor outstanding content creators in categories like "Most Uplifting Livestream" and "Global Community Builder". W ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - With CPA Australia estimating a fiscal deficit of HK$96.1 billion for 2024-25 and fiscal reserves of HK$638.5 billion, today, we submitted recommendations for the government to consider including in Budget 2025-26, with the major focus areas being tackling the deficit and building Hong Kong's prosperity. (from left to right) Mr Janssen Chan, Co-Chairperson of Taxation Committee and Chairperson of SME Committee of CPA Australia Greater China; Ms Karina Wong, Divisional President 2025 and Deputy Chairperson of Taxation Committee of CPA Australia Greater China; Mr Anthony Lau, Co-Chairperson of Taxation Committee of CPA Australia Greater China; Mr Adam Chiu, Member of Taxation Committee of CPA Australia Greater China Explore strategies to increase revenue and reduce costs CPA Australia emphasises the need to explore innovative strategies for increasing revenue and optimising public expenditure. One ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - The annual flagship event in the innovation and technology (I&T) sector, the Hong Kong Techathon+ 2025, co-organised by the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and local higher education institutions, has successfully concluded on 19 January. This year's event reached a new record in participation, attracting over 1,800 local and international talents in I&T, forming over 380 teams. Co-organised by HKSTP and local higher education institutions, the Hong Kong Techathon+ 2025, an annual intercollegiate I&T event, reached a new record in participation this year, attracting over 1,800 local and international talents in I&T, forming over 380 teams. The participants included more than 100 non-local innovators and 40 teams from the mainland China, the US, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan, Macao, Australia, Portugal, and Brazil, who travelled to Hong Kong spec ...read more

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - The U.S. dollar has been appreciating almost relentlessly since the end of September. In just three and a half months, the Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the greenback relative to a basket of six major foreign currencies, including the euro, Japanese yen, British pound, Canadian dollar, Swedish krona, and Swiss franc, was up more than 10% (from 27 September low to 13 January high). On 13 January, it breached the critical 110.00 level and although it has since declined slightly, it remains by far the best-performing currency among other major currencies this year so far. ‘The reasons for such an impressive rally are plentiful and diverse, but generally it all boils down to the widening interest rate differentials between the United States and other major economies', says Kar Yong Ang, a financial market analyst at Octa Broker. Indeed, the Federal Reserve (Fed), the U.S. central bank, currently ...read more

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 - V-GREEN has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with eTreego, a Taiwanese green energy company, to significantly expand VinFast electric vehicle charging station infrastructure. This partnership aims to install 100,000 charging portals in VinFast's three key Southeast Asian markets, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam, underscoring V-GREEN's commitment to building a comprehensive electric vehicle ecosystem and meet the growing demand for green transformation across Southeast Asia. Mr. Nguy?n Thành Duong, CEO of V-GREEN (6th from the left), and Mr. Chin Pin Chien, Chairman of eTreego (7th from the left). Both parties will actively research and work towards strategic goals, including building and operating 100,000 franchised charging portals for VinFast electric vehicles by 2030. Specifically, in the second quarter of 2025, eTreego will deploy 200 pilot charging portals in Vietnam, befor ...read more

Medical trend rates in the APAC region rank second-highest globally, according to report SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has released its 2025 Global Medical Trend Rates Report. The report forecasts a projected 11.1 percent rise in the Asia Pacific region (APAC), which is higher than the global projected increase for 2024 of 9.7 percent, which represented the highest increase forecasted in 10 years. Trend rate figures represent the percentage increase in medical plan costs per employee – both insured and self-insured. Knowing estimated costs in advance can help organisations budget and adjust their benefits philosophy in response, ensuring programs are sustainable. This year's report projects APAC will experience the second highest year-over-year trend rate increase after the Middle East and Africa, which has the highest trend rate of any region at 15.5 percent. ...read more

Accelerating Growth in AI and AI ComputeHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo” or the “Company”, stock code: 259, which together with its subsidiaries is referred to as the “Group”) announced that the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) resolved to declare a special dividend of HKD1.8 per share today. The Board declared a special dividend following the Group's disposal of 127,578,590 shares of Nantong Jianghai (stock code: 002484.SZ), representing approximately 15% of Nantong Jianghai's issued shares. After the transaction, Yeebo stays on as a strategic shareholder with a substantial 13.81% stake and continues confidence in Nantong Jianghai's robust growth prospects. As at 22 January 2025, the closing price of Nantong Jianghai was RMB26.77 per share, and the market value of the Group's interest in Nantong Jianghai was approximately RMB3.1 billion. The disposal generated net proceeds of ap ...read more

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - EQS Newsroom - 22 January 2025 - COFICERT announces the renewal of the University of Dubai's MSI 20000 certification for a second consecutive cycle, marking its continuous compliance with the standard requirements. Late 2020, the University of Dubai undertook an in-depth assessment of its financial governance in accordance with the MSI 20000 Standard, to become the first educational institution in the region to obtain this international certification. The certificate was awarded by the French certification body COFICERT, with the technical support of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global (TAG. Global), a technical partner for the MSI 20000 certificate in the Middle East. At the end of the first 3-year certification cycle, under the leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Eesa Mohammed Al Bastaki, UD has entered a second certification cycle, once again demonstrating its continuous compliance with international financial quality standards, which reflects bo ...read more

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 -The Asian Stationery & Office Products Online Exhibition 2025 (ASOP 2025) is set to redefine the stationery and office products industry with its innovative hybrid format, seamlessly blending virtual and physical elements. Scheduled to run from January 23, 2025, to July 4, 2025, the exhibition provides an unparalleled opportunity for Asian suppliers, importers, and exporters to connect, collaborate, and showcase their brands on a global scale. Jointly organized by AsianNet and TradeAsia (www.e-tradeasia.com), ASOP has delivered exceptional results since its inception in 2022, attracting international buyers and generating significant business opportunities. The 2025 edition promises to be even more expansive, with a six-month exhibition period strategically aligned with major international events, including Paperworld India, Designed Giftionery Taiwan, China (Shenzhen) International Gifts & Homeware Fair, Hong ...read more

Secures 16 Oakwood signings in 2024, reflecting a 30% year-on-year growth Adds four new Oakwood Premier properties in Adelaide, Bali, Shenzhen and Singapore Adds Bali to Oakwood's growing portfolio of resort destinations, which includes Batam, Chongli and Ha Long SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), has accelerated the expansion of its Oakwood brand, signing 16 new properties in 2024 – a 30% increase over the previous year. This includes a bumper crop of four Oakwood Premier signings since the brand refresh of Oakwood in early 2024. Riding the growing demand for bleisure travel, the brand refresh initiative enhanced Oakwood's appeal to guests blending business and leisure in their travels by offering the comforts of home and beyond. Oakwood Suites Chongli The rapid growth of the Oakwood brand is anchored in ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), Paul Chan, is among nearly 3,000 political leaders, financial officials and business elites attending the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Hong Kong SAR's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, speaks at the "2025 Davos-Caixin CEO Luncheon" in Davos, Switzerland. Promoting Hong Kong's advantages and value as a "super-connector" and "super value-adder", Mr Chan has met with leaders from finance and business sectors around the world. In keynote remarks at the "2025 Davos-Caixin CEO Luncheon", Mr Chan briefed participants on the latest economic situation and development strategies of Hong Kong, particularly regarding how to leverage the city's advantages of being well connected to Mainland China and to the world, under the "one country, two systems" p ...read more

ATLANTA - Newsaktuell - 23 January 2025 - DYMO®, a leading provider of innovative labeling and printing solutions and part of the Newell Brands portfolio, and GA International (LabTAG), a leader in exceptional laboratory and industrial identification solutions, have announced a strategic partnership that makes high-quality cryogenic LabelWriter® labels available to users of the DYMO LabelWriter® 5 Series printers. DYMO & GA International (LabTAG) "We are excited to join forces with GA International to offer our customers exceptional laboratory labeling solutions for the DYMO LabelWriter 5 Series, saving them time, money and effort" said Liesbet De Soomer, Global Marketing Director of DYMO. "This partnership reflects our commitment to providing innovative labeling solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers across various industries." GA International (LabTAG) will offer a portfolio of Cryogenic labels ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - American Express and Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer are marking their 25 years of partnership by introducing exclusive limited-time rewards for new and existing American Express® Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card Members, designed to elevate their travel experiences. Celebrating 25 years of Rewarding Journeys with American Express and Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer As part of this milestone, new and existing KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card Members can accelerate their journey toward attaining KrisFlyer Elite Gold membership. With this limited-time reward, which starts 1 February and ends 31 July 2025, they can now attain this membership by spending S$16,000 on eligible everyday purchases like groceries, travel accommodation, dining and more1, including a minimum of S$6,000 on eligible Singapore Airlines and Scoot flights2. Additional American Express Gift In addition, the first 250 KrisFly ...read more

Redeem 4 Limited-Edition "Denim Style Cushions" Plus "Magic Cling Fai Chun" to Decorate Your Home and Bring Good LuckHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 23 January 2025 - 7-Eleven is here to help you celebrate a joyful and prosperous Year of the Snake! Following the overwhelming popularity of our first "New Year, New Look" collection featuring 8 Denim Style bags with Peko-chan and Sho-chan, we're delighted to announce the second wave of our exciting Chinese New Year campaign! Get ready to welcome even more cuteness and good fortune with 4 limited-edition Denim Style Cushions starring the beloved Peko-chan and Sho-chan. These soft and stylish cushions will not only add a fresh touch to your home décor but also serve as lucky charms for your home or office. May they bring you good luck, prosperity, and a wonderful start to the New Year! These adorable and practical Denim Style Cushions will be available in 7-Eleven stores from 7am on 22 Janua ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - Sandbox VR, the world's premier destination for premium location-based virtual reality experiences, expects continued robust growth in its global franchise program in the coming years. To accelerate its growth in North America and Europe, the company has recently raised a US$6.8 million convertible note led by funds managed by Gobi Partners, who has supported the company in multiple rounds of financing. With over 100k players monthly, Sandbox VR is rapidly growing its global footprint with thriving corporate-owned locations and a robust franchising program. The company topped 1.4 million tickets sold in 2024. An average Sandbox VR location in the US achieved US$1.7 million in annual revenue. With a predominant presence in the US and Western Europe, Sandbox VR has grown the number of lifetime franchise operators 3x in 2024 alone, from 8 to 25 total operators. With this momentum, the company plan ...read more

Recognized for Advancing Growth Strategy & Technological Innovation TOKYO, JAPAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - Azbil Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange Code: 6845) announced that it has won Frost & Sullivan's 2024 Best Practices Company of the Year Award in the Southeast Asia smart building solutions industry, marking its third consecutive year of recognition. Frost & Sullivan's Company of the Year Award, its top honor, recognizes Azbil for exemplifying visionary innovation, market-leading performance, and exceptional customer care. This accolade is based on an independent evaluation of two key criteria types: Visionary Innovation & Performance and Customer Impact. Azbil excels in many of the criteria in the smart building solutions space. Frost & Sullivan, a global growth strategy consulting firm, presents Azbil with this award for demonstrating excellence in growth strategy and implementation. The award recognizes a high degree of innovatio ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) ("the "Company" or "Hang Lung") announced that it has successfully signed a five-year HK$10 billion loan facilities ("the Facilities") with a consortium of more than 10 international, Chinese and local banks. The Facilities received an encouraging response from the banking community, demonstrating strong confidence in Hang Lung's long-term prospects. Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer of Hang Lung Properties (fourth from the left), and Mr. Kenneth Chiu, Chief Financial Officer of Hang Lung Properties (fifth from the left), with bank representatives (from left to right: United Overseas Bank Limited, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited, and DBS Bank Ltd.) at the closing ceremony of Hang Lung's five-year syndicated loan fa ...read more

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - In December 2024, Malaysia suffered devastating floods that affected 10 states and left more than 147,000 without roofs over their heads. Among the areas affected by the disaster, Kelantan was the hardest-hit state, with at least 93,000 people fleeing their flooded homes and seeking refuge. To help the flood victims of Kelantan live through these trying times, Octa broker joined forces with its local partner, Azeehan. Octa sponsored the provision of basic necessities, including food, drinking water, hygiene amenities, towels, pillows, blankets, and house cleaning tools. By distributing these emergency kits, the broker aimed to support flood victims in their hour of need and make it a little bit easier for them to come back to normal life when the water subsided. 'After a natural disaster such as this, thousands of people are driven from their homes. Sometimes, they lack even the most basic means to su ...read more

SURABAYA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - Liverpool FC continues to strengthen its international presence in Asia with the official opening of its second retail store in Indonesia. LFC legend Emile Heskey led the official opening of the club's new official retail store in Surabaya and hosted a meet & greet with fans on Saturday 18th January. He also spent time with the Official Liverpool Supporters' Club- BigReds -afterwards at a live screening of LFC's Premier League fixture with Brentford. Located in the nation's second-most populated city within Pakuwon Mall, the new store launch follows the club's successful debut store opening in Jakarta in July 2024 at Pondok Indah Mall 2. The launch event included a host of activities aimed at "inspiring belief" and fostering a sense of belonging amongst LFC fans, including a visit from the club's official mascot, Mighty Red. Mighty Red arrived after a brief stop in Jakarta where he hosted a c ...read more

CommerceDotCom: Championing Sustainable InnovationSELANGOR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - CommerceDotCom (CDC) is proud to collaborate with researchers from the College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), in their research to develop an innovative hydrogen-powered urban concept vehicle. Earlier today, a formal signing collaboration ceremony was held with the College of Engineering to initiate this partnership, marking a significant milestone in empowering the engineering field. Hafidz Bin Ahmad Zehnun, VP of Corporate Planning & Communication, at CDC (center), with the UiTM team and their hydrogen-powered vehicle at the flag-off in UiTM Shah Alam for Shell Eco-Marathon 2025 in Doha, Qatar This collaboration builds upon a strong legacy of success. In 2014, CDC partnered with UiTM's Faculty of Mechanical Engineering on the Eco-Planet team, which secured first place in the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Urban Concept category ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - CN Express, a subsidiary of CN Logistics International, a listed company and a subsidiary of Cargo Services Group, has launched its first regular air-charter flight service between Ezhou, to the east of Wuhan, and Milan in Italy. The inaugural flight took place in the afternoon of January 19, 2025. Ezhou is fast becoming an airfreight hub in China, with a huge cargo catchment area from Shanghai in the east, Chengdu in the west, Xian in the north and Changsha in the south of the country. Italy has been the major airfreight station of CN Logistics International for many years, with a significant import of garments from China to well-known brands in Italy. Italy and Europe are the key markets for China. An air service to Milan will have a big cargo catchment area in Europe, both for imports and exports, including France, Switzerland and Germany. This newly-launched air-charter service will have t ...read more

Elite, Regular, and Foundation Programs Available - Top Tutors Help Students Reach Their Full PotentialHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - The Learn Smart Education (LSE) team, which came together during the pandemic in 2021, started with only a handful of teachers but has persevered through challenges to achieve remarkable success. By 2024, the team has nurtured numerous students who have excelled in the HKDSE, with some achieving top-tier results as second and third place scorers. Recently, LSE announced the launch of its self-developed AI learning system, which adheres to the philosophy of "designing the most effective learning solutions for students." This innovative system enhances teaching efficiency and accelerates students' learning progress by leveraging advanced AI technology. It analyzes students' strengths and weaknesses, providing targeted support for weaker areas, and offers personalized learning plans tailored to each student's needs. ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - Cold Chain Refrigeration Pte Ltd, a prominent company in the cold room refrigeration industry, is excited to announce its expansion into advanced, energy-efficient cold room solutions using CO2-based refrigeration systems. This development reflects the company's commitment to sustainability, innovation, and energy efficiency. As part of this initiative, Cold Chain Refrigeration is incorporating CO2 (R-744) technology, known for its low Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 1, making it significantly more environmentally friendly than traditional refrigerants like HFCs and HCFCs. CO2 refrigeration systems offer high energy efficiency, operating at higher pressures with superior heat transfer capabilities. These systems also recover waste heat, repurposing it for heating water or spaces, further reducing energy consumption. One of the key advantages of CO2 refrigeration systems is their safety and non-toxicity. Unlike some traditi ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - Mr Kool, a premier destination for car air conditioner service, is proud to introduce the K11HV+ AC Flushing Station, a cutting-edge solution designed to optimise air conditioning performance in electric and hybrid vehicles. The system exclusively uses polyolester (POE) oil, known for its superior insulating properties, to ensure the efficiency, safety, and longevity of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids. This innovation addresses key challenges in hybrid vehicle climate control, including preventing car aircon compressor failure caused by oil contamination. The K11HV+ AC Flushing Station offers a specialised process that eliminates traces of traditional polyalkylene glycol (PAG) oil from the air conditioning system. PAG oil, which is hygroscopic, can reduce the dielectric properties of POE oil even at contamination levels as low as 1%, increasing the risk of elec ...read more

MACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - On Sunday, January 19, the internationally acclaimed piano virtuoso Lang Lang, alongside the Macao Orchestra, captivated audiences at the Galaxy International Convention Center ("GICC"), one of Asia's most iconic and advanced MICE destinations, with a grand symphony of romantic classical music. Lang Lang carefully curated pivotal works from his artistic journey and 2025 tour, presenting masterpieces by Chopin and Rachmaninov through both solo and concerto performances. The nearly two-hour sold-out performance concluded with Lang Lang's heartfelt encore of "Jasmine Flower". Lang Lang Returns to Asia with a Stunning Reinterpretation of Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2 After a Decade. Presented under the banner of "Galaxy Music Gala: Lang Lang and Macao Orchestra", the event was organized by Galaxy Macau™, with the Bank of China (Hong Kong) as the preferred credit ...read more

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - As 2025 approaches, Yuan Zhong Siu introduces its latest product collection, combining traditional wisdom with modern solutions. Featuring the 2025 Zodiac Bracelets and Tai Sui Safety Talismans, these products are thoughtfully designed to align with the year's zodiac forecast, helping individuals enhance their luck, overcome challenges, and achieve balance in the upcoming year. Crystal Bracelet & Tai Sui Safety Talisman New Products Aligned with Zodiac Forecast Recommendations Yuan Zhong Siu's new product range is tailored to complement the zodiac recommendations, providing personalized support for career growth, relationship harmony, wealth enhancement, and protection against misfortune. Chinese Zodiac Forecast 2025 The Chinese Zodiac forecast for 2025 reveals a year filled with opportunities and challenges, depending on each zodiac sign's alignment with the year's energies. Yuan Zhong S ...read more

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 January 2025 - Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) presented the Airport City blueprint to the business community at a major event today as the new brand of the development, “SKYTOPIA”, was unveiled. Airport City Blueprint Presented to Business Community with New Brand "SKYTOPIA" The event showcased the development potential and investment opportunities at “SKYTOPIA”, with themed exhibition zones introducing the major projects, attracting over 300 business leaders from Hong Kong, Mainland and international business community. Integrating commercial activities, popular culture, art trading, entertainment and leisure, “SKYTOPIA” features projects that capitalise the unique advantages of Hong Kong and leverage the land and marine resources near Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Highlights include: Hong Kong's first one-stop art hub which puts art creation, appreciation and trading ...read more