香港, 2025年3月24日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 纸制品制造及印刷服务供应商隽思集团控股有限公司（"隽思集团"或"集团"；股份代号：1412），今日公布其截至2024年12月31日止年度（"2024年财政年度"或"报告期内"）之全年业绩。于2024年财政年度，受惠于原始设备制造商（"OEM"）及网站销售客户的需求增加，集团总收益约为1,210.9百万港元，较去年同比增加约16.5%，加上营运及生产效率持续提升，本公司权益股东应占溢利大幅上升约61.2%至约129.1百万港元。董事会建议派发2024年财政年度期末股息每股11.0港仙（2023年财政年度：8.0港仙）。连同已支付之中期股息3.0港仙（2023年财政年度：2.0港仙），2024年财政年度的股息总额将为每股14.0港仙（2023年财政年度：10.0港仙）。业务回顾于报告期内，集团坚定专注于稳步扩张业务和优化营运，成功把握主要OEM客户产品需求增加带来的新商机。此外，集团在不同产品线的业务多元化方面取得稳步进展。凭借在集换式卡牌的产品开发、生产技术及营运标准等方面的优势，集团与全球集换式卡牌的领先企业及一众内地集换式卡牌发行商建立业务关系。于报告期内，集团的OEM销售约984.8百万港元，较2023年财政年度的约845.8百万港元增加约16.4%。网站销售业务方面，凭着稳固的市场地位、优良的客户体验及有效的节约成本措施，集团的网站销售于报告期内取得稳步增长。集团近年推出的企业对企业对消费者(B2B2C)电商平台Q P Market Network ("QPMN")亦持续提升网站基础设施及功能，并成功与全球多个业务伙伴建立业务关系。于2024年财政年度，集团的网站销售约226.1百万港元，较2023年财政年度的约193.4百万港元增加约16.9%。营运方面，越南厂房于报告期内全面投入运作，成为集团重要的生产点。于2024年9月，集团就越南工厂扩建的建设工程，与承建商订立建造协议。展望展望未来，集团会继续专注于业务的稳步扩张及优化营运，透过产品结构设计、印刷及加工技术及物料使用方面的创新，进一步加强其OEM方案。有见集换式卡牌游戏市场蓬勃发展，集团将积极参与相关贸易展会，促进在相关市场的发展，把握当中机遇。发展QPMN仍为集团网站销售业务中重要的长远增长策略。集团将扩阔其产品种类，加强其与市场上普及的电商平台的整合，使其产品定制电商方案更贴合市场标准和业务伙伴的期望。自有品牌生产("OBM")业务方面，品牌团队已制订一连串线上和线下策略，旨在开拓更多销售渠道，扩大市场份额和客户基础。除卡牌外，品牌将研究集换式卡牌游戏、桌游、塔罗牌等其他产品的市场潜力，以提升品牌知名度及拓阔收入来源。集团将继续优化生产营运。越南生产基地的扩建工程进展顺利，并预期于2025年第三季度投产。此策略性扩充将有助集团在越南建立更全面的供应链，分散地缘政治因素引起的潜在营运风险。另一方面，随着新近达成工业4.0 2i成熟度认证的里程碑，集团将致力改善营运数据的使用，并把智能运作的应用扩展至更多生产线及车间，以推动数码转型。隽思集团创始人、主席及行政总裁郑稳伟先生总结："2025年，制造业预期将面对机遇与挑战并存的复杂经济格局。消费市场在经济稳步增长及通胀缓和的支撑下预料将展现韧性，而全球地缘政治局势紧张触发关税的实施及保护主义的加剧，无可避免会对制造业造成影响。基于我们稳固的业务及财务基础，我们对集团的长期前景抱有信心。我们将持续执行合适的策略，务求保持稳定成长并为持份者创造长期价值。"有关隽思集团控股有限公司（股份代号：1412）隽思集团于1985年在香港成立，是中国领先的纸质桌游及贺卡生产商之一。生产基地位于广东省东莞市、鹤山市以及越南河南省府里市。主要产品类别为桌游、贺卡、集换式卡牌、幼教用品及包装彩盒。集团自2010年开始经营网上客制化产品订制业务，提供多元化纸制品及礼品订制方案，现时活跃注册用户数量超过77,600个。隽思集团主要网站：www.makeplayingcards.comwww.boardgamesmaker.comwww.createjigsawpuzzles.comwww.printerstudio.comQ P Market Network：www.qpmarketnetwork.com如欲索取隽思集团更多资料，请浏览网址：https://www.qpp.com/tc/传媒查询纵横财经公关顾问有限公司李惠儿电话：（852）2864 4834电邮：vicky.lee@sprg.com.hk梁家仪电话：（852）2114 4172电邮：phoebe.leung@sprg.com.hk程梓豪电话：（852）2864 4894电邮：will.cheng@sprg.com.hk网址: http://www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2025年3月24日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 香港股票分析师协会（「协会」或「本会」）欣然宣布，热烈欢迎中国侨联副主席，全国政协委员卢文端博士 GBM、GBS、SBS、BBS、JP（「卢博士」）成为本会荣誉顾问。相信有卢博士的加入，其丰富的政商届学识与资源能够进一步助力本会与其携手一同推动国家和特区发展，及加深本会与国家和特区政府的紧密联系。香港股票分析师协会一直聚焦本港金融发展，积极在不同的政策和议题中反映业界声音，并多次与财经事务局、证监会、港交所等多个机构进行交流，共同探讨香港金融界的发展前景，支持特区政府施政，促进业界发展。香港股票分析师协会亦紧跟国家政策发展，积极举办多个活动，包括国庆庆典活动、特区政府财政预算案集思会、虚拟资产发展集思会、内地与香港金融市场合作研讨会、金融业界大湾区交流团、支持本港青少年发展等的活动，汇聚财经界专业人士相互交流等。卢博士现任第十届中国侨联副主席。在公职上，卢博士亦为中国人民政治协商会议第九至十二届全国委员会委员；第十一届、十二届全国政协外事委员会副主任及第十一届中华全国工商业联合会副主席。作为商界骄子、「功勋企业家」，卢博士亦曾创办罗文贸易公司、香港荣利有限公司，现任香港荣利集团有限公司董事局主席、荣利箱包有限公司董事长、荣徽国际有限公司董事长、荣利贸易（中国）有限公司董事长、丰德资本能源控股有限公司董事及中国港澳台侨和平发展亚洲基金有限公司董事长。同时，于2013年至今，卢博士亦被委任为中国和平统一促进会香港总会理事长；于2015年被任命为中国港澳台侨和平发展总会会长；于2016年被提名为香港民建联监事委员会主席,香港福建社团联会永远荣誉会长及香港中华总商会永远荣誉会长等。此外，由于卢先生多年对社会的贡献，亦令其获得大紫荆勋贤、金紫荆星章、银紫荆星章、铜紫荆星章、荣誉勋章及太平绅士等荣誉。香港股票分析师协会主席邓声兴博士表示：「非常荣幸能够邀请卢文端博士成为本会的荣誉顾问。期待未来大家一起携手，进一步加强与国家和特区政府的紧密交流，共同积极推动国家及香港的经济和金融发展，齐齐为业界发声」关于香港股票分析师协会香港股票分析师协会自2002年创立至今，一直为业界制定更高层次的专业标准，推广专业知识，培训金融业人材，增强大众对金融市场的认识，达致提高本港金融中心的地位。本会吸纳逾两百位专业分析师会员，为行业十大商会之一，本会理事会成员在香港特别行政区金融服务界选委会选举中拥有投票权，故在金融业界有一定代表性。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2025年3月24日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 中信国际电讯集团有限公司（「中信国际电讯」，香港交易所股份代号：1883）全资拥有的中信国际电讯(信息技术)有限公司(「中信国际电讯CPC」) 宣布与深信服科技股份有限公司(「深信服」SANGFOR) 携手深化策略伙伴关系，融合深信服的技术与中信国际电讯CPC创新ICT服务能力，共建创新、合规与安全的信创混合云服务。全新SmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION 信创混合云系列，融合全栈SmartCLOUD™ 专属私有云、虚拟私有云与公有云服务, 为企业客户提供一个更自主可控，兼容不同技术架构的云基础设施和系统组合，推动企业数字化转型，重新定义企业IT资源管理方式，助力其在中国及全球市场的无缝运营。左起：中信国际电讯CPC代表郭伟基(商务总裁) 和黄志强(产品及数智发展部副总裁) ，以及深信服代表姚成志（成熟亚太地区业务总经理）和贾磊（国际市场业务经理）近年随着政策支持及行业需求共振，不但推动了重点行业信息系统更新要求，同时也加速企业信创化发展和服务多样化布局。中信国际电讯CPC作为企业数字化转型的核心数智伙伴，拥有丰富的云网安服务资源及解决方案落地经验，在信创浪潮下，积极协助客户实现数智化升级与信创化部署，并携手其技术伙伴深信服共筑信创云服务新格局。深信服在超融合基础设施（HCI）市场中占据较高地位，HCI解决方案凭借高性能、高可靠性和易用性，广泛应用于政府、金融、医疗、教育等多个行业。深信服全栈自主的信创超融合架构强化了中信国际电讯CPC 现有综合云服务能力, 双方此次策略合作将共建符合信创要求的混合云解决方案，为企业提供更灵活、可持续的混合云解决方案，助力企业提升竞争优势。强强联手 共创自主可信云时代SmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION混合云系列支持「一云多芯」架构，全栈信创云平台能兼容多种CPU架构与应用需求，构建硬核安全，强化合规性应用，确保多元混合云平台贯穿信创生态系统，软硬件环境无缝适配，统一承载、统一管理。加速企业数字化进程，为企业创造更大价值。双方合作将率先落地北京与广州市场，为当地企业提供高品质的云计算服务，并计划未来逐步拓展至更多区域，携手推动企业数字化转型的全面升级。中信国际电讯CPC 产品及数智发展部副总裁黄志强表示：「我们致力与创新生态圈伙伴包括深信服携手发展，此次的深化合作体现了我们致力于提供创新、可扩展的IT解决方案的承诺。借助深信服的技术优势，进一步优化了中信国际电讯CPC的服务能力，相信全新的SmartCLOUD C-FUSION 系列， 包括SmartCLOUD C-Compute及SmartCLOUD C-vONE, 有效助力企业通过单一平台应对复杂的IT基础设施挑战，降低成本。凭借中信国际电讯CPC"服务在地，连接全球"的优势，配合企业'出海进华'战略，更可实现无缝接入，在跨地区的云平台之间互联互通。我们将继续提供定制化解决方案，为在中国运营、连接中国以至拓展全球市场的企业带来更高价值。」深信服科技股份有限公司成熟亚太地区业务总经理姚成志表示：「中信国际电讯CPC凭借其卓越的合作表现，最近荣获深信服'铂金合作伙伴'奖项，彰显双方紧密的合作关系。此次战略合作将充分发挥双方优势，不仅提升产品与服务的供应能力，更有助于我们拓展全球市场。中信国际电讯CPC广泛的全球基础设施覆盖，结合深信服在安全与云计算领域的前沿技术，将为不同地区与行业的数字化转型提供强大支持，进一步增强市场竞争优势。」SmartCLOUD C-FUSION 赋能合规与业务持续性发展SmartCLOUD C-FUSION混合云系列具备"一云多芯"架构，支持X86, 华为鲲鹏及海光C86 多种晶片架构与应用同时运行和无缝对接, 降低日后应用信创化迁移与转换成本。此方案由中信国际电讯CPC全面管理，为进华企业提供符合信创政策要求的认可技术架构及软硬件环境，适用于对要求自主可控技术有合规要求的企业，不仅确保业务持续性发展，更能满足企业"出海进华"及未来IT发展的多元化需求。赋能企业「出海进华」战略，拓展全球市场机遇中信国际电讯CPC与深信服的战略合作，为企业提供了强大的混合云解决方案，助力其实现「出海进华」的双向战略目标。通过SmartCLOUD C-FUSION混合云系列, 包括SmartCLOUD C-Compute虚拟私有云及SmartCLOUD C-vONE专属私有云解决方案，企业能够在中国及全球市场以更有效成本无缝部署和管理IT云资源，同时享有具备高可靠性、安全性与合规性，满足各地区的监管要求。对于进军中国市场的企业，可凭借双方合作优势，提供本地化的云计算服务，合规性确保高效运营与快速业务落地；对于出海企业，则可借助中信国际电讯CPC的全球网络覆蓋，实现跨区域资源整合与灵活扩展。这次合作不仅降低了企业的IT复杂性与成本，更为其全球扩张提供了坚实的技术基础，赋能企业"跨国跨地跨平台"发展，助力企业在国际竞争中脱颖而出。中信国际电讯CPC简介中信国际电讯（信息技术）有限公司（「中信国际电讯CPC」）是中信国际电讯集团有限公司（香港交易所股份代号：1883）的全资附属公司，一直矢志透过先进技术及旗舰解决方案，包括TrueCONNECT专用网络服务、TrustCSI信息安全解决方案、DataHOUSE全球统一云数据中心解决方案及SmartCLOUD云端运算解决方案，为全球跨国企业提供综合数码解决方案，满足不同行业的ICT服务需求。凭借「创新‧不断」的服务理念，中信国际电讯CPC积极利用创新技术，提炼"技术赋能"，将人工智能、扩增实境、大数据，物联网和其他尖端新兴技术，融合深度学习及智能数据分析技术，转化为"数据赋能"生成式AI+应用，重塑企业智能营运之旅。中信国际电讯CPC以「服务在地，连接全球」的优势，承诺为客户提供最优质的一站式ICT服务。全球化网络资源连接近170个服务据点、60多个SDWAN 网关；20个云服务中心、30多个数据中心及3个全天候运作的安全运作中心，服务遍布逾160个国家和地区，无缝连接亚洲、欧美、非洲、中东以及中亚等地区。透过全球化服务布局，多年不断深耕各个行业与领域经验，一系列国际认证（SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001、14001、20000、27001 及27017），确保为企业提供国际化标准及专业在地服务能力，成为客户信赖的信息智能化服务供应商。请浏览www.citictel-cpc.com获取更多信息。深信服简介 深信服科技股份有限公司是专注于企业级网络安全、云计算、IT基础设施及物联网的产品和服务供货商，拥有深信服智安全和信服云两大业务品牌，致力于承载各行业用户数字化转型过程中的基石性工作，从而让每个用户的数字化更简单、更安全。目前，深信服员工规模超8000名，在全球有70余个分支机构，公司先后被评为国家级高新技术企业、中国软件和信息技术服务综合竞争力百强企业等。一直以来，深信服十分重视研发和创新。持续将20%+年收入投入研发，并在深圳、北京、长沙、南京和成都设立5大研发中心，研发人员比例约为40%，坚持以"持续创新"的理念打造省心便捷的产品。目前，超过10万家用户正在使用深信服的产品。根据IDC数据，深信服VPN、全网行为管理、超融合、应用交付、零信任、安全托管服务MSS和桌面云均为中国市占率第一，下一代防火墙、aEs也均为中国市占率前三。在AI技术的先进研发和应用方向上，深信服持续加大投入，发布了国内网络安全领域的首个自研安全大模型--安全GPT、率先发布自研AI算力平台（AICP）等领先产品。请浏览www.sangfor.com获取更多信息。傳媒查詢：Catherine Yuen中信國際電訊CPC(852) 2170 7536電郵：catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Mar 24, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (“CITIC Telecom CPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883) is pleased to announce the deepening of the strategic partnership with Sangfor Technologies (Sangfor), integrating Sangfor’s technologies with CITIC Telecom CPC's innovative ICT capabilities to jointly develop innovative, compliant and trusted hybrid cloud services. The new SmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION hybrid cloud series integrates the full-stack SmartCLOUD™ dedicated private cloud, virtual private cloud and public cloud services, providing enterprise customers with a cloud infrastructure which is more autonomous, controllable and compatible with various technical architectures and system combinations. The new series helps drive enterprise digital transformation, redefine IT resources management and support seamless operations of enterprises in China and global markets.From left to right: Representatives from CITIC Telecom CPC, Jacky Kwok (Chief Commercial Officer) & Kenneth Wong (Vice President of Product and Digital Intelligence Development); together with representatives from Sangfor, Ringo Yiu (General Manager for the Asia-Pacific Region (Mature Markets) & Jeremy Jia (General Manager of Sangfor International Market)The growing industry demands and national policy support in recent years have not only driven the requirements for information systems upgrades in key industries but also accelerated enterprises to pursue innovative development and diversified services portfolios. As a key DICT partner for enterprise digital transformation, CITIC Telecom CPC has extensive cloud network security services resources and experiences in project customization and implementations. Riding on a wave of innovative and trusted computing, CITIC Telecom CPC actively empowers customers in achieving digitalization advancements and trusted computing deployment by partnering with Sangfor to shape a new innovative and trusted cloud services landscape.Sangfor is a leading Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) vendor. High performance, reliability and usability characteristics have made its HCI solutions widely deployed in government, finance, medical, education and other industries. Sangfor's full-stack HCI architecture has strengthened CITIC Telecom CPC's existing profound cloud service capabilities. The new strategic collaboration between the two companies will focus on developing hybrid cloud solutions that meet the rising technological innovation and regulatory requirements, providing enterprises with more flexible and sustainable hybrid cloud solutions, and helping them enhance their competitive edges.Win-win Collaboration Creates Self-governed and Trusted Cloud EraSmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION Hybrid Cloud series supports “Single Cloud Multiple Chips” architecture. Its full-stack cloud platform is compatible with multiple CPU architectures and application requirements, builds trusted hard chips and empowers the implementation of compliant applications, ensuring diversified hybrid cloud platforms to run seamlessly through the trusted innovation ecosystem. The seamless deployment of software and hardware environments offer unified hosting and management, accelerating digitalization process and creating greater value for enterprises. The joint collaboration will initially take place in Beijing and Guangzhou markets by providing high-quality cloud computing services to local enterprises. Both companies plan to gradually extend the collaboration to more regions in the future to drive a full-scale enterprise digital transformation across regions.Mr. Kenneth Wong, Vice President of Product and Digital Intelligence Development of CITIC Telecom CPC, said, “We strive to cooperate with an ecosystem of partners, including Sangfor. This announcement signifies our deepened collaboration and dedication to providing innovative and scalable IT solutions. Sangfor’s technological innovation has powered up CITIC Telecom CPC’s ICT capabilities. We believe the new SmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION series, which includes SmartCLOUD™ C-Compute and SmartCLOUD™ C-vONE, can effectively help enterprises address complex IT infrastructure challenges through a single platform at reduced costs. CITIC Telecom CPC's ‘Global-Local capabilities’ enable seamless connectivity across different regions and cloud platforms to support ‘Going Global, Entering China’ strategy of enterprises. We will continue to provide customized solutions to bring greater value to enterprises operating in China, connecting with China and expanding worldwide.”Mr. Ringo Yiu, Sangfor's General Manager for the Asia-Pacific Region (Mature Markets), said, “CITIC Telecom CPC’s outstanding collaboration performance has lauded with a ‘Platinum Partner’ award from us recently, underscoring our strong partnership. This strategic partnership will demonstrate the synergistic capabilities of both companies, enhancing not only the supply capabilities of our products and services, but also propelling our global market growth. Through the fusion of CITIC Telecom CPC's extensive global infrastructure coverage with Sangfor 's cutting-edge technologies in security and cloud computing, it will enable us to provide bolster support for enterprise digital transformation journeys across different regions and industries, fortifying market competitive advantages.”SmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION Empowers Compliant and Sustainable Business DevelopmentSmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION hybrid cloud series features “Single Cloud Multiple Cores” architecture, which supports X86, Huawei Kunpeng and HYGON C86 chip architectures to run seamlessly and connect simultaneously with applications, reducing the costs of migration and replacements in the future. Managed by CITIC Telecom CPC, this hybrid cloud series provides enterprises entering China with approved technical architectures, software and hardware environments that comply with innovation requirements and national regulatory policies. It is suitable for enterprises that have compliance requirements for autonomous and controllable technologies, ensuring not only the sustainable development of businesses, but also catering for “Going Global, Entering China” strategy and future IT development of different enterprises.Enabling “Going Global, Entering China” Strategy of Enterprises and Exploring Global Market Opportunities The strategic partnership between CITIC Telecom CPC and SANGFOR provides enterprises with robust hybrid cloud solutions, helping them achieve their two-way “Going Global, Entering China” strategy. SmartCLOUD™ C-FUSION hybrid cloud series, including SmartCLOUD™ C-Compute virtual private cloud and SmartCLOUD™ C-vONE dedicated private cloud solutions, enables enterprises to seamlessly deploy and manage IT cloud resources at a lower cost in China and global markets, while ensuring high reliability, security and compliance to meet regulatory requirements in different regions. For enterprises going overseas, they can leverage CITIC Telecom CPC's global network coverage to achieve resources integration and flexible expansion across various regions. This collaboration not only reduces IT complexity and costs but also provides a solid technical foundation for global expansion, empowering enterprises to implement "Cross Border, Region and Platform" development, and positioning them to excel in highly competitive international markets.About CITIC Telecom CPCWe are CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (“CITIC Telecom CPC”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), serving multinational enterprises the world over by addressing their specific ICT requirements with highly scalable tailored solutions built upon our flagship technology suites, comprising TrueCONNECT™ private network solutions, TrustCSI™ information security solutions, DataHOUSE™ cloud data center solutions, and SmartCLOUD™ cloud computing solutions.With the motto “Innovation Never Stops,” we leverage innovative technologies to boost technology empowerment (+AI). Embracing AI, AR, Big Data, IoT, and other cutting-edge emerging technologies we aim to unlock technical potential. By integrating deep learning and intelligent data analysis technologies, we transform these technologies into data empowerment (AI+) generative applications, reshaping the Intelligence Operation Journey of enterprises.With our Global-Local capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with one-stop-shop ICT solutions with superior quality. Having a worldwide footprint across more than 160 countries and regions, including Asia, Europe and America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, our global network resources connect nearly 170 points of presence (POPs), 60+ SDWAN gateways, 20 Cloud service centers, 30+ data centers, and three dedicated 24x7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs). We are certified with a series of international certifications, including SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001, 14001, 20000, 27001, and 27017, to ensure our services compliance with international standards and resources for enterprises. We offer local professional services, superior delivery capabilities as well as exceptional customer experience and best practices through our global presence and extensive industry know-how, becoming a leading integrated intelligent ICT service provider to enterprise customers. For more information, please visit www.citictel-cpc.com.About SangforMake Your Digital Transformation Simpler and Secure. This is Sangfor Technologies' commitment to our customers. Since forming in 2000, Sangfor has been a global leader of IT infrastructure, cyber security and cloud computing solutions.Three business groups deliver industry leading products and services for Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI), Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI). Next-generation Firewall (NGFW), Endpoint Protection (EPP). Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Network Detection & Response (NDR), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), Anti-Ransomware, extended Detection & Response (XDR) and Managed Detection & Response (MDR). Constant innovation and dedication to creating value for our customers form the heart of our corporate strategy.Sangfor's 8,000+ employees take customers' business needs and user experience seriously by servicing and supporting them at over 70 branches and representative offices covering exciting locations like Hong Kong, Malaysia. Thailand. Indonesia, Singapore. Philippines. Vietnam. Pakistan. Italy. Mexico. Turkey, UAE and Saudi Arabia, among many others.Media Contacts:Catherine YuenCITIC Telecom CPC(852) 2170 7536Email: catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Key Findings:KOCH DLE Process achieves an average lithium recovery rate of 98%Key brine contaminants average rejection greater than 99%, resulting in low purification production costsIndustry leading Lithium Chloride concentration attainedLi:TDS ratio of up to 0.129, averaging 0.126, significantly above the target Li:TDS of 0.08, expected to lower the cost with less evaporation during the EV battery grade purification process43,500 gallons (165,000 litres) of high purity lithium chloride was produced that meet or exceeded the specifications required by downstream processorsNEWPORT BEACH, CA, Mar 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anson Resources Limited (ASX:ASN) ("Anson" or the "Company"), through its 100% owned subsidiary in the USA, A1 Lithium Inc (A1 Lithium) is pleased to announce that successful completion of the pilot program with KOCH Technology Solutions ("KTS"). The program successfully delivered all technical requirements, producing high concentration and high purity lithium chloride eluate at the onsite Direct Lithium Extraction ("DLE") unit from freshly extracted lithium rich brine at its Green River Lithium Project, in south-eastern Utah, USA.The KTS DLE Process achieved an average lithium recovery rate of 98% and the rejection rates of contaminants exceeded 99%. In addition the Li:TDS averaged 0.125 significantly exceeding the industry standard Li:TDS ratio required for downstream processing of 0.08 by 57%. This will result in lower processing costs of the lithium carbonate that the company plans to produce.Based upon these results KTS will provide to Anson/A1 Lithium "process guarantees" for a commercial scale plant of 10,000 tons per annum of lithium carbonate.The KTS DLE plant successfully produced 43,500 gallons (165,000 litres) of high-quality eluate at the Green River, Utah, USA site, which is stored and now available for downstream processing.Superior Containment Rejection and RecoveryThe KTS DLE process test work achieved an average lithium recovery rate of 98% and a high rejection rate of the key impurities meeting or exceeding all targets. Where the DLE step rejects a higher percentage of impurities, the resulting lithium chloride solution, which is to become lithium carbonate electric vehicle (EV) grade of 99.95% purity, can be converted more efficiently. The level of rejection in the preliminary results, of the key impurities from the KTS DLE process during an optimized configuration and operation parameter were:Executive CommentaryAnson's Executive Chairman & CEO, Mr. Bruce Richardson commented, "These results from the KTS DLE pilot program are exceptional. The industry leading Li:TDS ratio will make a significant contribution to the financial success of the Green River Lithium Project as will the very high rates of impurity rejection. The cooperation has been truly successful. Congratulations to both the KTS and A1 Lithium teams that worked so hard on this project. Anson looks forward to further collaboration with KTS as partners in the development of the Green River Lithium Project." Mr Richardson continued, "Testing of DLE process is essential to reduce commercial production risks and assists in financing a project. Anson has conducted several DLE test work programs, at different times of the year and the KTS results are a standout, not only technically but also from a cost perspective. Anson will continue to focus on these two aspects during the development of the Green River Lithium Project to maximize investor and shareholder returns."Lithium Business Leader at Koch Technology Solutions, Garrett Krall said, "We are proud to achieve this level of brine production at an industry-leading TDS, demonstrating the capability of Li-Pro™ technology and its continued successful commercialization with Anson. This milestone marks a great step forward for the commercial success of DLE, and we are excited to continue supporting this Project in Utah."Pathway to CommercializationKTS has indicated to Anson that there is enough data from the test work to provide a "Technical Annex" that will include process guarantees for a 10,000 tpa production plant using its Li-Pro™ LSS technology. This is expected to be completed in a few months. A process guarantee is a key requirement in securing debt funding for the Project.Exceptional Lithium Purity & Process EfficiencyThe process achieved an average lithium recovery of 98% over the seven months of operation and generated approximately 43,500 gallons (165,000 liters) of lithium chloride at or above the specifications required by downstream processors. The eluate can now be refined and concentrated using tested and proven steps to battery grade product. The production and retention of eluate provides sufficient lithium chloride for downstream test work and final product trials.DLE systems that produce a lithium chloride solution with a lithium-to-total dissolved solids ratio (Li:TDS) greater than 0.08 are considered as suitable for downstream processing. The lithium chloride eluate produced with the KTS DLE plant achieved a Li:TDS of up to 0.129. The average Li:TDS of 0.126 achieved over the program, is a 57% improvement relative to the target Li:TDS ratio of 0.08.A high Li:TDS ratio has positive implications for the costs of the lithium purification process step. A higher ratio equates to a lower amount of water to be removed (evaporated) prior to lithium carbonate precipitation. Less evaporation requires less energy to reduce the volume of eluate and increase the concentration of lithium prior to carbonation.The brine samples were assayed on site at Green River with the Company's ICP machine due to allow for continuous sampling and quick turnaround of assay results required to continually fine tune the DLE process. These assay results were then confirmed by independent third-party off-site laboratories.During the seven-month continuous operating period (August 2024 to February 2025) onsite, the KTS DLE plant successfully produced 43,500 gallons (165,000 litres) of high-quality eluate at Green River.The seven months of DLE test work allowed Anson and KTS to fine-tune the process control steps, identifying the optimal balance for lithium recovery, impurity removal, water usage, and lithium concentration under various climate conditions, including temperatures below freezing. This critical data will support the operation of the production plant, ensuring its efficiency throughout the year in diverse environmental conditions.Downstream of the DLE process, the LiCl solution which can be efficiently purified via standard ion exchange (IX) resins will be processed by various technologies to further remove the low concentrations of the unwanted impurities (e.g. calcium, potassium, magnesium, and boron). The pilot plant has shown a proven ability to produce LiCl solutions suitable as feedstock for this purification process.This announcement has been authorized for release by the Executive Chairman and CEO and reviewed & contributed to by KOCH Technology Solutions (KTS).About Anson Resources LtdAnson Resources (ASX:ASN) is an ASX-listed mineral resources company with a portfolio of minerals projects in key demand-driven commodities. Its core assets are the Green River and Paradox Lithium Project in Utah, in the USA. Anson is focused on developing these assets into a significant lithium producing operations. The Company's goal is to create long-term shareholder value through the discovery, acquisition and development of natural resources to meet the demand of tomorrow's new energy and technology markets.For further information please contact:Bruce RichardsonExecutive Chairman and CEOE: Info@AnsonResources.comWill MazeHead of Investor RelationsE: Investors@AnsonResources.comPh: +1 949-508-7834www.AnsonResources.comFollow us on Twitter @Anson_irSubscribe to Anson Resources News: Click HereSOURCE: Anson Resources Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Mar 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cornerstone Technologies Holdings Limited (“Cornerstone Technolgies” or the “Group”; Stock code: 8391), a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider in Hong Kong, today announced its audited annual results for the year ended 31 December 2024 (the “Reporting Year”).The Group achieved significant growth in the Reporting Year, with revenue nearly doubling to HK$153.1 million from HK$78.1 million in 2023. Gross profit surged by 91.8% year-on-year to HK$27.3 million. While the adjusted loss before interest, depreciation, and amortization (“Adjusted LBITDA”) further narrowed to HK$41.2 million, reflecting an improved operational efficiency and cost management.Robust Growth Across Core Businesses and Strong Market PotentialCornerstone Technologies’ core businesses – its private residential EV charging subscription service (Cornerstone HOME) and its public charging network (Cornerstone GO) – both demonstrated strong growth. The number of Cornerstone HOME subscribers has seen significant growth, surpassing 860 households, representing a 169.6% year-on-year increase in subscriptions. The Cornerstone GO public charging network experienced remarkable growth, expanding by 436.4% year-on-year, with membership surging 165.3% to 50,498. The total number of charging sites increased from 43 to 103. This expansion reflects the growing demand for sustainable EV charging solutions in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department projects a 30% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the EV market between 2021 and 2030. In February 2025, nearly 65% of newly registered private cars were electric vehicles, highlighting significant market acceptance and substantial future growth potential. However, with approximately 112,000 registered EVs and only around 10,000 public charging points, a considerable supply-demand gap exists.Successful Thailand Expansion Drives International GrowthIn 2024, Cornerstone Technologies successfully launched its “Spark” branded EV charging network in Thailand, marking a key milestone in its international expansion strategy. This venture quickly gained traction, delivering a notable 544.4% increase in international revenue. Thailand's EV market is experiencing rapid growth. At the end of 2024, approximately 227,500 EVs were registered, yet only about 11,500 charging points were available - an EV-to-charger ratio of 19.8, indicating significant unmet demand and substantial growth potential. The Thai government's ambitious targets -725,000 EVs by 2026 and 2.5 million by 2040 - further underscore this potential. Based on Hong Kong's EV-to-charger ratio of 10.8, Thailand would require at least 67,129 charging points by 2026 alone. This significant market opportunity prompted Cornerstone Technologies' strategic entry into the Thai market, enabling the company to expand its global presence and build a strong foundation for future growth by directly addressing this demand.Commentary from Mr. Vincent Yip, CEO and Executive Director of Cornerstone Technologies: “The Group is making strong progress towards profitability and is confident about its future. We are actively pursuing growth opportunities in Hong Kong, Thailand, and other markets. Our focus remains on driving technological innovation and service excellence, reinforcing our industry leadership. Sustainability is central to our strategy. We are committed to expanding our intelligent and high-efficiency charging solutions to meet market demand and create long-term value for our stakeholders. We believe that through continuous innovation and strategic planning, Cornerstone Technologies will play a key role in shaping a greener and smarter future for the EV industry.” Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2025年3月25日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 香港领先的电动车（EV）充电解决方案供应商基石科技控股有限公司（「基石科技」或「集团」；股份代号 8391.HK），今天公布其截至2024年12月31日止年度（「报告年度」）的经审核全年业绩。于报告年度内，集团业绩取得了显著的增长，收入由去年的7,810万港元增长近一倍至1亿5,310万港元。毛利同比增长91.8%至2,730万港元。此外，经调整之扣除利息、折旧及摊销前亏损（「经调整LBITDA」）亦进一步收窄至4,120万港元，体现了运营效率和成本管理方面的持续优化。核心业务强劲增长 市场增长潜力优厚基石科技核心业务 - 私人住宅EV充电订阅服务（Cornerstone HOME）及公共充电网络（Cornerstone GO）均展现强劲增长势头。其中，Cornerstone HOME订户数量大幅增长，突破860戶，业务同比增长达169.6%；而公共充电网络业务Cornerstone Go更录得436.4%的显著同比增长，会员则同比大增165.3%至50,498名，站点总数亦由去年的43个增至103个。业务扩张充分反映本港市场对可持续充电解决方案的需求持续攀升。香港环境保护署预计香港EV市场于2021年至2030年间的复合年增长率将达30%。于2025年二月，本港新登记的私家车中，接近六成半为电动车，反映市场对EV的接受程度极高，且未来增长潜力庞大。然而，目前全港登记的EV总数已达112,000辆，而公共电动车充电设备仅约10,000个，供需之间仍存在显著差距。成功进军泰国市场 推动国际业务增长基石科技于2024年成功拓展至泰国市场，并以Spark品牌正式营运，在该国建立电动车充电站网络，标志着集团国际扩展策略的重要里程碑。泰国业务迅速获得市场认可，更带动国际收入录得544.4%的显著增幅。泰国电动车市场正处于快速增长阶段，截至2024年底，该国已登记EV约为227,500辆，但可用充电设备仅有约11,500个充电点，EV与充电器的比例高达19.8，反映出显著的需求与发展空间。泰国政府更订下目标，计划于2026年将EV数量提升至725,000辆，并于2040年达到250万辆，进一步凸显市场潜力。参考香港EV与充电器比例10.8的标准，泰国到2026年至少需要67,129个充电点。这巨大的市场机遇促使基石科技战略性进军泰国市场，扩展其全球布局，为未来业务扩展奠定坚实基础。基石科技行政总裁兼执行董事叶兆康先生表示：「集团正稳步迈向盈利，并对未来发展充满信心。我们将积极把握香港、泰国及其他市场的发展机遇，专注于推动技术创新与提供优质服务，巩固行业领导地位。可持续发展为我们战略的核心 - 我们致力于拓展智能化及高效能的充电解决方案，以满足市场需求，为持份者创造长远价值。我们相信，透过不断创新与战略布局，基石科技将在行业中扮演关键角色，携迈向更绿色、更智能的未来。」 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2025年3月24日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 泛远国际控股集团有限公司（上市编号：2516，下称"泛远国际"；连同其附属公司，统称"泛远国际"或"本集团"）欣然宣布，本集团间接全资附属公司杭州泛远国际物流有限公司（"杭州泛远"）近日成功加入亚马逊服务商网络（"亚马逊SPN"），为亚马逊平台卖家提供跨境物流服务。这不仅标志着本集团综合能力与服务品质得到全球电商巨头亚马逊的认可，同时亦有力推动本集团之跨境电商全球化布局进程，为集团跨境物流业务的可持续发展奠定坚实基础。亚马逊SPN是亚马逊针对卖家寻找服务商难、同类服务商难对比、沟通周期长等痛点，推出的"一站式跨境解决方案"工具，能帮助卖家快速找到合适的服务商并建立联系。其涵盖包括物流、海外仓、合规税务在内的8大服务板块，提供逾30种服务类型，并覆盖19大亚马逊海外站点，高效连接卖家与服务商，最终协助卖家达成跨境出海之目标。选定为亚马逊SPN需经过多维度、严苛的资质审核，对认证服务商的服务能力、运营效率、客户口碑、合规性及品牌影响力均有高标准的要求。泛远国际作为中国知名的跨境电商物流服务商，拥有广泛的服务网点及供货商网络，可为客户提供多项灵活可靠的跨境配送选项，并在市场上积累良好口碑。是次本集团附属成功通过亚马逊各项严苛审核，最终成为亚马逊SPN的认证服务商。这不仅是亚马逊平台对本集团跨境电商服务能力和卓越运营管理水平的高度认可，更为本集团深化全球布局注入强劲动力。本集团将透过亚马逊SPN平台积极开拓海外市场，与全球范围内的新兴客户建立深度合作关系，并致力于以稳、快、优的跨境物流综合服务体系，满足不同国家和地区客户的多样化需求，为更多企业顺利出海保驾护航。泛远国际控股集团有限公司主席兼执行董事王泉先生表示："今次有集团附属公司成功加入亚马逊服务商网络，我们既惊喜又荣幸。这是继阿里巴巴国际站后，又一全球知名跨境电商平台对本集团于跨境物流领域多年深耕与卓越能力的充分肯定。此次成为亚马逊服务商有望为本集团带来更多优质客户资源与业务机会，同时亦将进一步深化本集团在跨境电商的全球化布局。展望未来，本集团将积极把握市场机遇，深度整合物流网络资源，持续为客户提供更高效便捷的跨境物流服务。同时，本集团亦将继续深化大平台战略合作，重点拓展与主流跨境电商平台的深度合作，进一步拓展中小直客，助力更多企业出海。"有关泛远国际控股集团有限公司（股份代号：2516.HK）泛远国际控股集团有限公司于2023年12月在香港联交所主板挂牌上市，为中国知名的跨境电子商务物流服务供货商，主要提供端到端跨境配送服务、货运代理服务以及其他物流服务，致力打造稳、快、优的跨境电子商务物流服务体系。本集团作为中国（杭州）跨境电子商务综合试验区首批试点企业，拥有创新的自研物流运输系统，采用直营网点模式，网点遍布中国主要贸易中心，尤其聚焦于长江三角洲及粤港澳大湾区。本集团设有30多个境内网点，1,100多家供应商网络，服务覆盖全球超过220多个国家和地区，向客户提供多项灵活可靠的跨境配送选项及定制化供应链解决方案。有关杭州泛远国际物流有限公司杭州泛远国际物流有限公司为本集团全资附属公司，主营国际海运、国际空运、国际快件代理业务、跨境电子商务供应链及全球物流仓储整体解决方案等服务。公司秉承"以人为本，倾力亲为"的宗旨，致力于打造以涵盖国际货物运输所有业务门类的操作平台为核心的，集仓储、分拨、配送、物流方案解决为一体的，以跨境物流和全球仓储服务为基础的一站式集成物流解决方案供应商。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - March 20, 2025) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has completed its previously announced bought deal offering of 7,245,000 units (the "Units") at a price of C$0.80 per Unit (the "Offering Price") for aggregate gross proceeds to the Company of C$5,796,000, which includes the exercise in full of the Underwriters' (as defined below) over-allotment option for 945,000 Units (the "Offering").Each Unit will consist of one common share of the Company (each, a "Unit Share") and one common share purchase warrant (each a "Warrant"). Each Warrant shall be exercisable into one additional common share of the Company for a period of 36 months from the closing of the Offering at an exercise price of C$1.10.Under the Offering, Ventum Financial Corp. acted as lead underwriter and sole bookrunner on behalf of a syndicate of underwriters including Red Cloud Securities Inc. (the "Underwriters") pursuant to the underwriting agreement entered into between the Underwriters and the Company dated March 14, 2025.The Offering was completed pursuant to a prospectus supplement dated March 14, 2025 to the short form base shelf prospectus of the Company dated March 7, 2025 in each of the provinces of Canada (except Quebec), in the United States on a private placement basis pursuant to an exemption from the registration requirements of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") and applicable state securities laws and other jurisdictions outside of Canada and the United States on an exempt basis, provided that the issuance of the Units (including the underlying securities) is permitted under laws applicable to the Company (including the Australian Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). The Offering remains subject to the final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to expand its production capacity to increase sales, continue ongoing research and development to progress the Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery with the Battery Innovation Center of Indiana, prepare to uplist on a major United States exchange and working capital and general corporate purposes.In connection with the Offering, the Company paid the Underwriter a cash commission equal to 7% of the gross proceeds of the Offering and issued to the Underwriter such number of compensation warrants as is equal to 7% of the number of Units sold pursuant to the Offering (the "Compensation Warrants"). Each Compensation Warrant is exercisable into a Unit Share at the Offering Price until 36 months from the closing of the Offering.This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to sell any of securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. persons as defined under Regulation S, unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.About GMG:GMG is an Australian based clean-technology company which develops, makes and sells energy saving and energy storage solutions, enabled by graphene manufactured via in house production process. GMG uses its own proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its natural elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low cost, scalable, 'tuneable' and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean-technology and other applications.The Company's present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has initially focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC-R") coating (or energy-saving coating) which is now being marketed into other applications including electronic heat sinks, industrial process plants and data centres. Another product GMG has developed is the graphene lubricant additive focused on saving liquid fuels initially for diesel engines.In the energy storage segment, GMG and the University of Queensland are working collaboratively with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene aluminium-ion batteries ("G+AI Batteries"). GMG has also developed a graphene additive slurry that is aimed to improve the performance of lithium-ion batteries.GMG's 4 critical business objectives are:Produce Graphene and improve/scale cell production processesBuild Revenue from Energy Savings ProductsDevelop Next-Generation BatteryDevelop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution CapabilityFor further information please contact:Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, the business objectives, focus and strategy of the Company; ongoing R&D of the Company; the anticipated use of proceeds of the Offering; the receipt of all necessary approvals, including the final approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including, without limitation, expectations and assumptions concerning the business objectives of the Company; the Company's ability to carry out current planned capital projects, research and development, manufacturing, production, sales and marketing programs for its graphene and graphene-enhanced products and solutions; receipt of all necessary approvals the Company's ability to list Common Shares on the TSX Venture Exchange; the Company's performance and general business and economic conditions. Additionally, forward-looking information involves a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements of GMG to be materially different from any future plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, without limitation: overall economic conditions, technical de-risking and market acceptance for the Company's products and solutions; the introduction of competing technologies or products; stock market volatility; environmental and regulatory requirements; competitive pressures; change in market conditions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward looking statements; risks relating to the extent and duration of the conflict in Eastern Europe and the Middle East and its impact on global markets, the volatility of global capital markets, political instability, the failure of the Company to obtain regulatory approvals, attract and retain skilled personnel, unexpected development and production challenges, unanticipated costs and the risk factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form dated October 3, 2024 available for review on the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO THE U.S. NEWSWIRE OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATESTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/245420 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MANILA, March 20, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Union Bank of the Philippines (PHS: UBP) has been awarded with the Best Wealth Management Bank in the Philippines, at the 2025 Global Excellence in Retail Finance Awards, held in February by The Asian Banker. A testament to its strategic vision, innovative wealth solutions, and unwavering commitment to financial excellence, this accolade underscores UnionBank’s success in redefining the wealth management landscape through digital innovation, strategic acquisitions, and customer-centric investment solutions.Setting a New Benchmark in Wealth Management“UnionBank has strengthened its affluent banking proposition by seamlessly integrating the acquired Citi wealth business, further enhancing its ability to serve a diverse spectrum of wealth clients. From emerging affluent individuals to high-net-worth investors, the bank has introduced a transformative approach to wealth management, providing tailored solutions that cater to clients’ evolving financial needs,” read The Asian Banker’s citation at the Awards, held this year in Tokyo, Japan.“For its successful integration of acquired expertise, relentless commitment to financial innovation, and dedication to delivering sophisticated wealth solutions, UnionBank is honored with the title of Best Wealth Management Bank in the Philippines. This recognition reflects the bank’s mission to empower Filipinos in achieving their financial goals through world-class wealth management services.”Introducing Elite and Access: A New Era in Wealth SolutionsA key milestone in UnionBank’s wealth management evolution is the launc of Elite and Access, two pioneering programs designed to provide tiered wealth solutions: * Access is tailored for emerging affluent clients, offering seamless digital wealth tools and an extensive suite of investment products. * Elite is designed for high-net-worth investors, delivering bespoke financial planning, exclusive global investment opportunities, and dedicated relationship management.These programs redefine financial accessibility and personalization, ensuring that clients receive the right level of support, expertise, and product offerings based on their financial standing and aspirations.“We thank The Asian Banker for recognizing our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and, most importantly, our clients. At UnionBank wealth management is about building trust, securing futures, and creating opportunities.” said UnionBank Wealth and Brokerage Head and Board Director of UB Financial Services and Insurance Brokerage Inc. (UFSI), Therese Chan.“The strategies we craft and solution we provide are driven by our dedication to helping our clients achieve their financial goals. We remain committed to setting new standards in wealth management and empowering more people to build a stronger financial future.” continued Ms Chan.UnionBank’s ability to serve a diverse spectrum of wealth clients is further bolstered by its world-class Wealth Center, which was unveiled to the media on the same day it received the prestigious Asian Banker Award.Digital Innovation Meets Global Investment AccessUnionBank continues to lead the industry with its enhanced digital wealth platform, allowing clients to diversify their portfolios with global investment products—without the need for offshore accounts. This innovation ensures that clients can securely access a world of investment opportunities from the convenience of a seamless, digital-first banking experience.By blending cutting-edge technology with highly personalized advisory services, UnionBank has solidified its position as the preferred financial partner for wealth clients across the Philippines. The bank’s dedication to innovation, accessibility, and global investment integration has set a new gold standard in the country’s wealth management sector.As UnionBank continues to drive financial excellence and innovation, it remains steadfast in its vision to elevate wealth management in the Philippines—paving the way for a smarter, more inclusive financial future to help clients build, grow, and protect their wealth.To learn more about UnionBank Elite, visit www.unionbankph.com/wealth/elite or email ubwealth@unionbankph.com. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- FILMART and EntertainmentPulse drew industry players from 42 countries and regions, attracting more than 7,600 global participants, promoting cross-regional, cross-media and cross-industry collaboration and strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a centre for cultural and artistic exchange- There was significant growth of ASEAN exhibitors and buyers with over 50% and 15% increase respectively year-on-year- The inaugural Producers Connect programme, jointly organised by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Creative Industries Development Agency, the Hong Kong Film Development Council, and Hong Kong Trade Development Council received an overwhelming response, drawing more than 1,300 participants to discuss the collaboration opportunities across various markets- AI applications and Asian animation took centre stage, bringing together industry experts to explore the synergy between innovative technology and creative industriesHONG KONG, Mar 20, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong International Film & TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse drew to a successful close today, attracting more than 7,600 industry players from 42 countries and regions, promoting cross-regional, cross-media and cross-industry collaboration. The four-day event brought together more than 760 exhibitors from 34 countries and regions. The event was more international this year, with particularly strong growth in participation from ASEAN countries which saw exhibitor numbers surge by more than 50% while buyer attendance from the region rose 15% year-on-year.Producers Connect opens new avenues for global film collaborationThe inaugural Producers Connect programme, jointly organised by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), the Hong Kong Film Development Council, and HKTDC received an overwhelming response. The initiative attracted strong participation from international producers alongside veteran and emerging local filmmakers, including Oliver Chan, Tenky Tin, Jill Leung, drawing more than 1,300 participants to discuss the collaboration opportunities across various markets. A highlight of the programme, “International Coproduction: Balancing Risk and Rewards”, explored crucial aspects of creative talent integration, funding sources diversification and audience base expansion.Industry leaders including Gabriela Tocchio, Executive Producer of Gullane Films from Brazil, Justin Kim, Head of International Film Production at Korea's CJ ENM, and Natacha Devillers, Producer at France's Les Petites Lumières, shared insights on overcoming cultural differences and logistical challenges.The programme featured a "Fireside Chats" series focusing on global market development strategies, emerging and European market opportunities, and intellectual property (IP) development and extension, providing local producers with valuable international perspectives while fostering cross-regional partnerships.Additionally, at the EntertainmentPulse forum, veteran film critic Thomas Shin, The Last Dance’s director and producer Anselm Chan, screenwriter Cheng Wai-kei, alongside Papa’s producer Amy Chin and director-screenwriter Philip Yung, discussed the transformation and prospects of Hong Kong cinema.Growing international presence connects global industry playersThis year's FILMART featured various regional pavilions with distinctive programmes to showcase their thriving film, television and entertainment industries to global participants - Thailand's Ministry of Culture hosted two forums highlighting its creative cultural industry capabilities; Indonesia themed its participation around fostering global partnerships, presenting diverse works; while the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) focused on Asia collaboration this year, Dato' Azmir Saifuddin Bin Mutalib, CEO, National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) said, “It was a great start on the first day of FILMART 2025, and among the discussions that concluded successfully is the discussion with the HK Cultural & Creative Development Agency on co-production funding, finalising an MoU with KOFIC Korea and discussion with Cambodia on market access.”The Investment New South Wales (NSW) of Australia made its debut appearance at FILMART, promoting local creative industry development, Helen Sawczak, NSW Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner, Greater China said, “We are excited to be making our debut at FILMART and eager to connect world-class screen industry with global partners. As one of the premier international forums for film and entertainment, FILMART offers the ideal stage to showcase NSW’s creative excellence while fostering cross-border collaborations and opportunities.”First-time participants including Armenia, the Czech Republic, and Kazakhstan, and, along with buyers from emerging markets such as Argentina, Bulgaria, Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan, underscore Hong Kong's crucial role as a bridge connecting global film and television markets.AI expands production horizons with Ne Zha 2 team sharing success storyThe exhibition's spotlight feature, the pilot project AI Hub, brought together ten exhibitors showcasing innovative AI solutions spanning across production, post-production, distribution, and promotional applications, attracting more than 3,900 industry professionals to take part in its interactive forums at the exhibition zone. Riding on the global success of Ne Zha 2, EntertainmentPulse hosted a forum titled “Gearing up for the AI Opportunities”, featuring special presentations from Hong Li Animation Studios and Heguang Post-Production, who shared their experiences in AI-powered special effects creation. Liu Baoyu, Vice General Manager of Heguang Post-Production, said "We should make good use of AI while maintaining respect for traditional art, as we continue to explore new forms of artistic expression." Jihong Chen, Partner of Zhong Lun Law Firm emphasised that AI proficiency is now crucial for staying competitive.Key events highlight industry developments and Asian animation's new opportunitiesThe Digital Entertainment Summit was themed as “Unlock Opportunities of the Dynamic Animation Market and Productions in Asia” and was jointly organised by the Hong Kong International Film Festival Society and Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association. The summit featured two specialist panels namely "Asian Animation Market Trends & Development" with speakers including Catherine Ying, Vice President of CMC Inc. and President of Pearl Studio; Francesco Prandoni, Global Licensing Team Leader at Production I.G, Inc. and Mia Angelia Santosa, Chief of Staff at Visinema; and Kang Yue, Senior Business Director at bilibili, who shared insights on market opportunities.The second panel, "Prospects for Asian Animation Creation & Production in Asia", featured Karyabudi Mohd. Aris, Director of Marketing, Sales and Licensing at Les' Copaque Production Sdn., Nao Hirasawa, CEO of ARCH Inc., Polly Yeung, Producer and Scriptwriter at Point Five Creations, and Yu Zhou, Co-founder and President of Light Chaser Animation Studios, who explored the latest developments in Asian animation production.Phoenix TV and the UK Department for Business and Trade also jointly held a UK-China Screen Forum during FILMART and announced that the BBC Studio documentary "Asia" and the iconic IP "Walking with Dinosaurs" will be exclusively screened on Phoenix TV Chinese Channel and iQiyi respectively, further promoting UK-China film and television cooperation.The 23rd Hong Kong - Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF23) was also held during FILMART, where 48 selected film projects participated in business matching sessions with investors, producers, and distributors from over 35 countries and regions during the three-day event, further exploring investment opportunities for the Asian film and entertainment industry.To facilitate industry exchange and rights trading, FILMART also featured 24 screenings including 10 world premieres, 7 international premieres, and 5 Asian premieres, alongside pitching sessions and business matching activities.This year, the Hong Kong Entertainment Expo introduced the new "Hong Kong Film Music Fiesta," organised by the Hong Kong Film Composers' Association. Under the theme "Echoes of Order and Chaos" and led by music directors Tomy Wai and Julian Chan, the showcase performed classic selections from various film composers, paying tribute to acclaimed filmmakers and musicians including Benny Chan, Teddy Robin, and Kenji Kawai, while exploring the timeless duality of justice and crime through action themes, showcasing the distinctive flair and creative excellence of Hong Kong film music.Additionally, there were three flash-mob performances all with a Hong Kong movie music theme, to demonstrate the distinctive appeal of cross-media collaboration between music and film, fostering more cross-sector partnerships.All registered attendees at FILMART can access the online IP catalogue which features over 1,600 creative IP projects, extending the four-day physical exhibition into a two-month networking platform, assisting the industry explore business opportunities and further strengthening Hong Kong's position as Asia's film and entertainment trading hub. The catalogue will remain accessible until 27 April 2025, enabling the industry to continue exploring global business opportunities.Website: FILMART-www.hktdc.com/hkfilmart/enEntertainmentPulse-entertainmentpulse.hktdc.com/enPhoto Download:https://bit.ly/4bKZLCCFILMART and EntertainmentPulse, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, attracted more than 7,600 industry professionals from 42 countries and regions, showcasing Hong Kong's position as Asia's leading entertainment hub.EntertainmentPulse featured numerous industry leaders as keynote speakers in various forums, exploring topics including cross-border co-production, ASEAN markets, Asian animation industry, and streaming media trends.This year's FILMART further strengthened its international profile and hosted more than 30 pavilions. Among them, the National Film Development Corporation of Malaysia (FINAS) signed several co-operation agreements.The inaugural "Hong Kong Movie Music Showcase", produced by the Hong Kong Film Composers' Association, presented three flash-mob performances during FILMART. Under the artistic direction of Tomy Wai and Julian Chan, the ensemble delivered a masterful repertoire of classic Hong Kong film scores, unified by the theme "Echoes of Order and Chaos"FILMART's global platform provided a unique and world renowned venue for film and entertainment companies and organisations to unveil their forthcoming productions and strategic initiatives to global industry players.Veteran film critic Thomas Shin, alongside The Last Dance director-producer Anselm Chan, screenwriter Cheng Wai-kei, Papa producer Amy Chin and director-screenwriter Philip Yung, engaged in a forum on the transformation and future trajectories of Hong Kong cinema.Media enquiriesFor enquiries, please contact:Raconteur PR:Betsy Tse Tel: (852) 9742 7338 Email: betsytse@raconteur.hkMolisa Lau Tel: (852) 6187 7786 Email: molisalau@raconteur.hkHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Kelly Shek Tel: (852) 2584 4554 Email: kelly.yt.shek@hktdc.orgSnowy Chan Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong ’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly SMEs, in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.