GAC Honda Begins Operation of New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Production Factory in Guangzhou, China JCN Newswire

GAC Honda Begins Operation of New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Production Factory in Guangzhou, China

Guangzhou, China, Dec 24, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned Honda subsidiary in China, announced that GAC Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. (GAC Honda), a Honda automobile production and sales joint venture in China, began operation of its newly-constructed plant for new energy vehicle (NEV) production, named the Development District NEV Factory. The new factory is located in the Guangzhou Economic and Technological Development District in Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, China.GAC Honda Development District NEV FactoryThe new NEV production plant features the latest production equipment to achieve a highly efficient, smart, and low-carbon production system. The stamping and welding processes completely eliminated logistics personnel by automating parts logistics. AI-based welding strength inspection was adopted for the first time at any Honda plant. In the assembly process, approximately 30% of the entire process is automated to achieve a highly efficient production line.To make this plant more environmentally-responsible, solar power systems generating a total of 22 megawatts will be installed within the property of the plant. It is expected that the annual CO2emissions will be reduced by approximately 13,000 tons(1) through the utilization of renewable energy. In addition, GAC Honda will strive to further reduce the environmental impact of the plant through the use of newly developed low-VOC(2) paints and the installation of equipment capable of treating 100% of the toxic substances contained in factory wastewater. In order to minimize the impact on air pollution, GAC Honda will aim to reduce VOC emissions from the new plant by more than 70%(3) compared to the standard limit set by Guangdong Province.(1) Calculations based on standards for CO2 emissions by the Chinese government (Ministry of Ecology and Environment)(2) VOC: Volatile Organic Compounds(3) Honda internal research GAC Honda Development District NEV FactoryHonda has set a global environmental goal of “realizing carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities Honda is involved in by 2050.” In China, Honda is planning to introduce a total of 10 Honda-brand EV models by 2027, including models for the e:N Series launched in 2022, as well as the Ye Series, a next-generation EV series Honda is planning to launch in the current fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. With these EV models, Honda is aiming to achieve 100% EV sales in China by 2035. GAC Honda Automobile Co., Ltd.Established:July 1998Capital investment:541 million USDCapitalization ratio:40% Honda Motor Co., Ltd.10% Honda Motor (China) Investment Co., Ltd.50% Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC Group)Location:Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, ChinaPresident:Katsuhide MoriyamaEmployment:Approximately 9,500 associates (as of December 2024)Production capacity:HuangPu Plant (No.1) Approximately 240,000 unitsZengCheng Plant (No.2) Approximately 240,000 unitsZengCheng Plant (No.3) Approximately 240,000 unitsAbout GAC Honda Development District NEV FactoryLocation:Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, ChinaProduction capacity:Approximately 120,000 units/yearProduction models:e:NP2, Ye Series (plan)Employment:Approximately 700 associates (as of December 2024)Investment amount:Approximately 3.49 billion R.M.B. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Sarawak Premier Makes Inaugural Visit to Mitsubishi Power’s Takasago Hydrogen Park JCN Newswire

Sarawak Premier Makes Inaugural Visit to Mitsubishi Power’s Takasago Hydrogen Park

TOKYO, Dec 24, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), welcomed The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, Premier of Sarawak, to its Takasago Hydrogen Park in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. This visit marks a pivotal step in strengthening ties between the hydrogen ambitions of Sarawak, Malaysia, and industry-leading hydrogen technologies from Mitsubishi Power.Premier of Sarawak, Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, and his delegation, alongside MHI and Mitsubishi Power executives at the Takasago Hydrogen Park in JapanEstablished in 2022, Takasago Hydrogen Park integrates the development, demonstration, and verification of hydrogen production, storage, and utilization technologies at a single location. The validation of hydrogen firing equipment is carried out at the T-Point 2 combined cycle power plant validation facility, located in the utilization area, which is designed to support long-term testing of new technologies.During the visit, the Premier and his delegation toured the facility's integrated hydrogen value chain, gaining insights into next-generation hydrogen production technologies and validation processes for hydrogen firing in advanced gas turbines.Strategic discussions between the delegation and Mitsubishi Power's leadership focused on opportunities for collaboration and initiatives to bolster Sarawak's hydrogen ecosystem.The Premier of Sarawak highlighted the vital role of innovation and technology in advancing the state's energy agenda. "Hydrogen is set to play a transformative role in the global energy landscape, and Sarawak is committed to being at the forefront of this evolution. Working with leading technological players like Mitsubishi Power and witnessing ongoing research and development in the field are instrumental to unlock the full potential of hydrogen and influence sustainable growth for our region," he said."We are deeply honored to host the Premier of Sarawak at the Takasago Hydrogen Park," said Takuya Murase, Senior General Manager, GTCC Business Division of Energy Systems, MHI. "As Sarawak advances its plans to establish a hydrogen-driven economy, Mitsubishi Power is committed to providing technological expertise and support. Our discussion during this visit reaffirms the tremendous opportunities to drive cleaner energy solutions and advance the energy transition in the region."As part of its ongoing support for Sarawak's energy development, Mitsubishi Power recently supplied a 500MW hydrogen-ready gas turbine for the Miri CCGT Power Plant by Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (PETROS). The project broke ground in November 2024, and the gas turbine is designed to co-fire fuel containing up to 30% hydrogen, making it the most advanced power generation facility in the state.This milestone visit further reaffirms the shared commitment of Sarawak and Mitsubishi Power to collaborate on advancing the hydrogen ecosystem and building local capacity to support the state's energy ambitions. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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SeaPRwire Expands Media Network and Launches New Solutions in Cambodia SeaPRwire

SeaPRwire Expands Media Network and Launches New Solutions in Cambodia

Hong Kong – December 19, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – SeaPRwire, a leading technology company specializing in press release distribution and earned media communications management, has announced its latest initiative to expand its media network in Cambodia. With the introduction of the Media-Empower-Pack as part of its Branding-Insight Program, SeaPRwire is set to empower businesses and PR professionals in Cambodia and across Southeast Asia. SeaPRwire’s Cambodia media network now includes a robust lineup of platforms such as Cambodia Net, See Cambodia, Cambodia Press Release, Khmer Online, Phnom Penh Business, and Visit Khmer. These additions solidify SeaPRwire’s presence in the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage for brands seeking impactful media exposure in the Cambodian market. The Media-Empower-Pack brings innovative solutions to the table, providing global press release distribution to over 8,000 media outlets and covering multiple industry-specific lists. With support for multimedia and unlimited word counts, it ensures that companies can communicate their messages effectively and broadly. A key feature of the Media-Empower-Pack is its multilingual capability, accommodating more than 17 languages, including English, French, German, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Filipino, Malay, Thai, Italian, Russian, and more. “Our mission is to bridge brands and audiences by delivering strategic media communications,” said James Scott, Chief Marketing Officer of SeaPRwire. “With the expansion of our Cambodia media network and the introduction of the Media-Empower-Pack, we aim to provide businesses in Phnom Penh and across Cambodia with the tools they need to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.” The Branding-Insight Program, powered by the Media-Empower-Pack, enhances the ability of PR and communications professionals to build and manage tailored media lists. With real-time updates, users can effortlessly access contact cards containing essential details such as names, phone numbers, and email addresses of media contacts. The dashboard further allows for seamless customization, enabling users to split, edit, or merge lists for a more targeted approach. “Leveraging thought leadership content to reach the right audience at the right time has become a cornerstone of successful media strategies,” added Scott. “We ensure that every dollar spent on media and marketing communications yields measurable returns, enabling our clients to achieve their goals. In challenging economic times, utilizing an informative, engaging press release as a marketing tool can be a game-changer for businesses.” SeaPRwire’s expansion into Cambodia aligns with its broader strategy to support businesses in Southeast Asia. With an increasing focus on Khmer audiences, the company is committed to enabling brands in Phnom Penh and beyond to craft compelling stories that resonate with local and global markets. Scott emphasized the importance of media outreach in driving growth and visibility for companies. “For CEOs, especially in today’s economic climate, leveraging effective media strategies can generate significant ROI. Our integrated solutions, like the Branding-Insight Program, are designed to help brands deliver strategic media pitches and earn valuable media mentions.” In addition to the Media-Empower-Pack, SeaPRwire provides a suite of tools to support brands in their communications journey. The program enables businesses to track and analyze the performance of their campaigns, ensuring a data-driven approach to media management. With its robust infrastructure and commitment to innovation, SeaPRwire continues to set the benchmark for press release distribution in Asia. Businesses and PR professionals interested in exploring the opportunities offered by SeaPRwire’s expanded network in Cambodia or its Branding-Insight Program can learn more by visiting www.SeaPRwire.com. By harnessing the power of media, brands can enhance their visibility, build meaningful connections with their target audience, and drive growth in an increasingly competitive market. About SeaPRwire SeaPRwire (https://www.SeaPRwire.com/) is a leading global provider of wire distribution services to media relations and marketing communications professionals. SeaPRwire’s platform allows clients to identify key factors of their press releases and measure meaningful impact. It has a strong media network in Southeast Asia, indexing news from thousands of worldwide sources. SeaPRwire’s media network support multi-lingual press release distribution, including English, Chinese, Burmese, Khmer, Laos, Vietnamese, Thai, Malay, Indonesian, Filipino and more. SeaPRwire provides real time press release distribution for companies and organizations to 6,500+ media outlets. Media Contact Tina Lee, PR manager cs@SeaPRwire.com https://www.seaprwire.com SOURCE: SeaPRwire
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SeaPRwire Enhances Media Outreach in Laos, Empowering Brands in Southeast Asia SeaPRwire

SeaPRwire Enhances Media Outreach in Laos, Empowering Brands in Southeast Asia

Hong Kong – December 24, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – SeaPRwire, a global leader in press release distribution and earned media communications management, has announced the expansion of its media network in Laos. With the inclusion of prominent outlets such as Lao Press Release, Vientiane Net, Laotian Business, Laos News Feed, Meet Lao, and Vientiane TV, the company is further strengthening its foothold in Southeast Asia. This development highlights SeaPRwire’s commitment to empowering brands and PR professionals with targeted and effective media outreach capabilities. As part of this expansion, SeaPRwire has also introduced its innovative Media-Empower-Pack within its Branding-Insight Program. Designed to cater to a diverse range of businesses and industries, the Media-Empower-Pack enables global press release distribution to over 8,000 media outlets, including multiple industry-specific lists. With support for multimedia, unlimited word counts, and multilingual capabilities, the package ensures brands can communicate their messages across regional and global markets effectively. It supports more than 17 languages, including English, French, German, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Filipino, Malay, Thai, Italian, and Russian, among others. “Our expansion into Laos represents an exciting opportunity to connect brands with their audiences in Vientiane and beyond,” said James Scott, Chief Marketing Officer of SeaPRwire. “By broadening our media network and introducing solutions like the Media-Empower-Pack, we aim to support businesses in their pursuit of strategic communications. The Laos market is vibrant and growing, and we are committed to helping brands achieve meaningful engagement with their audiences.” The Media-Empower-Pack enhances the functionality of the Branding-Insight Program by enabling PR and communications professionals to efficiently manage their media contacts. The platform provides real-time updates on contact details, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses, which are easily accessible through a user-friendly dashboard. The system allows users to build company-specific media lists and offers tools to split, edit, or merge lists for a more customized approach to media outreach. Scott emphasized the importance of leveraging thoughtful and targeted content in today’s competitive business environment. “The power of thought leadership delivered at the right time and to the right audience cannot be overstated,” he remarked. “Our solutions ensure that every dollar spent on media and marketing communications delivers measurable results. Even in challenging economic climates, an engaging and well-crafted press release can drive sales and build brand credibility.” With its growing media network in Laos, SeaPRwire is well-positioned to meet the needs of businesses targeting the Lao market. The inclusion of outlets like Vientiane TV and Laotian Business ensures comprehensive coverage, enabling brands to connect with local audiences while maintaining a broader regional presence. Scott also highlighted the return on investment that companies can achieve through effective media strategies. “For CEOs, especially during tough economic times, leveraging press releases as a marketing tool can be transformative. The Media-Empower-Pack is designed to maximize impact, whether you’re looking to enhance visibility, generate leads, or establish thought leadership in your industry.” Beyond press release distribution, SeaPRwire’s Branding-Insight Program provides robust analytics to help businesses evaluate the performance of their campaigns. By delivering actionable insights, the platform enables companies to refine their strategies and achieve greater efficiency in their communications efforts. SeaPRwire’s commitment to innovation and excellence continues to set it apart as a leader in the press release distribution industry. With its expanded media network in Laos and advanced tools like the Media-Empower-Pack, the company is empowering brands to navigate the complexities of modern communications with confidence and ease. Businesses and PR professionals interested in exploring the benefits of SeaPRwire’s expanded Laos media network or its Branding-Insight Program are encouraged to visit www.SeaPRwire.com. By leveraging SeaPRwire’s comprehensive solutions, brands can establish meaningful connections with their audiences in Vientiane, across Laos, and beyond, driving growth and achieving lasting success in an increasingly competitive market. About SeaPRwire SeaPRwire (https://www.SeaPRwire.com/) is a leading global provider of wire distribution services to media relations and marketing communications professionals. SeaPRwire’s platform allows clients to identify key factors of their press releases and measure meaningful impact. It has a strong media network in Southeast Asia, indexing news from thousands of worldwide sources. SeaPRwire’s media network support multi-lingual press release distribution, including English, Chinese, Burmese, Khmer, Laos, Vietnamese, Thai, Malay, Indonesian, Filipino and more. SeaPRwire provides real time press release distribution for companies and organizations to 6,500+ media outlets. Media Contact Tina Lee, PR manager cs@SeaPRwire.com https://www.seaprwire.com SOURCE: SeaPRwire
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SeaPRwire扩展老挝媒体网络,推出战略传播综合解决方案 SeaPRwire

SeaPRwire扩展老挝媒体网络,推出战略传播综合解决方案

Hong Kong - December 24, 2024 - (SeaPRwire) - SeaPRwire,一家全球领先的新闻稿分发及媒体传播管理公司,宣布扩展其在老挝的媒体网络。随着Lao Press Release, Vientiane Net, Laotian Business, Laos News Feed, Meet Lao和 Vientiane TV等重要媒体的加入,公司进一步巩固了其在东南亚的市场地位。这一举措突显了SeaPRwire通过高效精准的媒体传播,帮助品牌和公关专业人士实现目标的承诺。
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Fujirebio and Eisai Enter into Memorandum of Understanding for Joint Research and Social Implementation of Blood-based Biomarkers in the Field of Neurodegenerative Diseases JCN Newswire

Fujirebio and Eisai Enter into Memorandum of Understanding for Joint Research and Social Implementation of Blood-based Biomarkers in the Field of Neurodegenerative Diseases

TOKYO, Dec 23, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujirebio Holdings, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of H.U. Group Holdings, Inc., and Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that they have entered into a memorandum of understanding for the joint research and social implementation of novel blood-based biomarkers in the field of neurodegenerative diseases.Fujirebio and Eisai have been conducting joint research on cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers related to Alzheimer’s disease (AD).The two companies have agreed to move forward with their partnership based on the shared understanding that the development andcommercialization of diagnostic methods for neurodegenerative diseases can be accelerated by integrating the long-standing respectiveexpertise of Fujirebio, which has experience in the research and development of test reagents in the neurodegenerative disease field, and Eisai, which has been engaged in the research and development of therapeutics in the field of dementia. The partners plan to explore a wide range of possibilities for the collaboration, including the clinical implementation of diagnostic reagents for plasma phosphorylatedtau 217 protein (p-Tau217), the research and development of simple diagnostic methods using novel blood-based biomarkers and the development and commercialization of in vitro diagnostics.Through this non-exclusive partnership, Fujirebio and Eisai will establish diagnostic technologies for various neurodegenerativediseases with high unmet medical needs, and accelerate the expansion of these technologies globally to establish an environment where appropriate treatments can be selected and provided, thereby contributing to improvement in the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.About FujirebioFujirebio, a member of H.U. Group Holdings Inc., is a global leader in the field of high-quality IVD testing with more than 50 years’accumulated experience in the conception, development, production, and worldwide commercialization of robust IVD products. Fujirebio was the first company to develop and market CSF biomarkers for AD testing, under the Innogenetics brand, over 25 years ago. Fujirebio remains the only company with such a comprehensive line-up of manual and fully automated neurodegenerative diseaseassays and consistently partners with organizations and clinical experts across the world to develop new pathways for earlier, easier, and more complete neurodegenerative diagnostic tools. For more information, please visit www.fujirebio.com.About Eisai Co., Ltd.Eisai's Corporate Concept is "to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits thathealth care provides." Under this Concept (also known as human health care (hhc) Concept), we aim to effectively achieve social goodin the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. With a global network of R&D facilities, manufacturing sites and marketing subsidiaries, we strive to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas of Neurology and Oncology.In addition, we demonstrate our commitment to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which is a target (3.3) of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by working on various activities together with global partners.For more information about Eisai, please visit www.eisai.com (for global headquarters: Eisai. Co., Ltd.), and connect with us on X (global), LinkedIn (for global,) and Facebook (global).Contacts:H.U. Group Holdings, Inc.For media:Public Relations Section, Public Relations/Sustainability Dept. Phone: +81-3-6279-0884Email: pr@hugp.comFor investors and analysts: IR/SR Dept.Phone: +81-3-6279-0926Email: ir@hugp.comEisai, Co., Ltd.For media:Public Relations Dept.Phone: +81-3-3817-5120 Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Kincora Announces Closing of Private Placement, Performance Rights Exercise and Shares for Services ACN Newswire

Kincora Announces Closing of Private Placement, Performance Rights Exercise and Shares for Services

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 23, 2024) - Kincora Copper Limited (TSXV: KCC) (ASX: KCC) (Kincora or the Company) is pleased to confirm the closing of its previously announced private placement of 33,500,659 shares, raising gross proceeds of AUD$1,273,025 (CAD$1,206,024). The placement was conducted in two tranches:Closing of Private PlacementFirst TrancheClosed on October 22, 2024, with the issuance of 12,576,031 shares for total gross proceeds of AUD$477,889 (CAD$452,737).Second TrancheClosed on December 18, 2024, with the issuance of 20,924,627 shares for total gross proceeds of AUD$795,136 (CAD$753,287).Insiders/Directors participated in the second tranche as follows:Cameron McRae: 568,421 sharesJohn Holliday: 568,421 sharesJeremy Robinson: 248,211 sharesBig Ben Holdings Pty Limited: 5,751,974 sharesThe shares were issued at a price of 3.8 Australian cents (approximately 3.6 cents) per share, with one attaching option for every two shares issued. Each option has an exercise price of 7.5 Australian cents (approximately seven cents) and a two-year term. The issue price represents a 12-per-cent discount to the last closing price on October 10, 2024, and a 16-per-cent discount to the 15-day volume-weighted average price on the Australian Securities Exchange. Morgans Corporate Ltd has acted as Lead Manager. Associated with the raising a 3.9% (AUD49,478) cash fee was paid on funds raised.A portion of the private placement and the shares for services are related party transactions within the meaning of Multilateral Instrument 61-101. The Company is relying on the exemptions in sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a)of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 (the "Instrument") from the valuation and shareholder approval requirements of the Instrument in respect of the private placement and the shares for services, based on the fact that the fair market value of the transactions (as it concerns related parties) is not more than 25% of the market capitalization of the Company.Performance Rights ExerciseFollowing approves at the December 10, 2024, shareholders meeting and the Company announces the exercise of 3,877,370 performance rights by certain directors, officers, and consultants. These performance rights were granted on February 17, 2022, and have now vested. The shares have been issued at a price of $0.13 per share, with the following breakdown:Cameron McRae: 1,692,308 sharesJonathan (Sam) Spring: 1,884,754 sharesJohn Holliday: 223,385 sharesSam McRae: 76,923 sharesThe Equity Incentive Plan ("EIP") is approved annually by shareholders and a key element of the Company's total compensation package to the board, senior management and eligible consultants that seeks to align interests to shareholders, reduce cash costs and increase the amount of cash invested in exploration.Shares for ServicesFollowing approves at the December 10, 2024, shareholders meeting, the Board of Directors has approved the issuance of 7,169,335 common shares to certain officers, directors, and consultants as payment for services provided in 2022, 2023, and the first half of 2024. These shares have been issued at various prices based on the respective periods of service, as detailed below:Total Shares Issued: 7,169,335Average Issue Price: $0.054 per shareThe issuance of shares under this program has been conducted in compliance with regulatory approvals from the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) and the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).Regulatory ApprovalsThe issuance of shares for services is subject to final regulatory approval. The shares will be issued as fully paid and non-assessable common shares, and applications for listing on the ASX and TSXV will be made promptly.Post the aforementioned issuances, the Company has 291,720,904 shares and 69,050,325 options outstanding.This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763).For further information please contact: Sam Spring, President and Chief Executive Officer sam.spring@kincoracopper.com or +61 431 329 345Executive office 400 - 837 West Hastings StreetVancouver, BC V6C 3N6, CanadaTel: 1.604.283.1Fax: 1.888.241.5996Subsidiary office AustraliaVista AustraliaLevel 4, 100 Albert RoadSouth Melbourne, Victoria 3205Fax: 1.888.241.5996Forward-Looking StatementsCertain information regarding Kincora contained herein may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include estimates, plans, expectations, opinions, forecasts, projections, guidance or other statements that are not statements of fact. Although Kincora believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Kincora cautions that actual performance will be affected by a number of factors, most of which are beyond its control, and that future events and results may vary substantially from what Kincora currently foresees. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration results, continued availability of capital and financing and general economic, market or business conditions. The forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The information contained herein is stated as of the current date and is subject to change after that date. Kincora does not assume the obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) or the Australian Securities Exchange accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/234997 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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The 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards International Luncheon celebrates real estate achievements in the Middle East and South Asia ACN Newswire

The 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards International Luncheon celebrates real estate achievements in the Middle East and South Asia

THE AWARDS MAKE HISTORY, HONOURING REAL ESTATE ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE MIDDLE EAST FOR THE FIRST TIME, AND AGAIN RECOGNISING DEVELOPERS IN INDIA AND SRI LANKAPropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, announced the winners of its real estate awards during the exclusive International LuncheonBANGKOK, Dec 18, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - PropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, today announced the winners of its real estate awards in the Middle East and South Asia during the exclusive International Luncheon at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.The inaugural PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East) recognised exemplary real estate achievements across the growing region. Dominating this milestone edition of the awards, Oud Real-Estate Development Company won the coveted Best Mixed Use Developer (KSA) title as well as the Best Retail Office Development (KSA) and Best Retail Office Interior Design (KSA) awards for its project, The North Yard.Oud Real-Estate Development Company, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Grand Final) 2024Oud Real-Estate Development Company later won Best Mixed Use Developer (Asia) at the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, held on the same day at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. This marked Saudi Arabia’s debut at the Grand Final, also known as the finale of the annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series.The PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) and PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka) this year returned for their fifth editions, celebrating great projects and industry leaders across South Asia.Signature Global (India) Limited, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India) 2024In India, Signature Global (India) Limited claimed its first Best Developer award, alongside a Best Green Development award for Signature Global Titanium SPR. By the Waters by Suryam Developers LLP was recognised as Best Waterview Housing Development.By The Waters by Suryam Developers LLP, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Grand Final) 2024 By the Waters went on to win Best Waterfront Housing / Landed Development (Asia) for Suryam Developers LLP at the Grand Final.Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka) 2024In Sri Lanka, Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd achieved its first Best Developer title, with additional honours for its projects: Best Luxury Condo Development (Colombo) for Waterdale Residencies, bordering Colombo 7, and Best Waterfront Condo Development for Oceana Beach Resort Apartments & Villas – Wadduwa.Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “The Middle East has entered an era of remarkable growth, marked by investments in megaprojects and equally impressive smaller-scale developments, all driven by visionary government initiatives, economic diversification, and strong fundamentals. It’s truly a privilege to expand the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards for the first time to this part of the world. With these awards, we recognise the region’s world-class projects ranging from mixed-use developments to high-calibre commercial spaces. We're proud to have introduced these benchmarks of excellence in the Middle East, marking the beginning of our contribution to this region's progress and success.”Ajai A Kapoor, chairperson of the Awards in India, said: “These accolades inspire continued excellence in India, a booming real estate market fuelled by a solid economic foundation, resulting in rising demand and active development, across residential and commercial projects. The expanding diversity of the Indian property market is equally exciting, offering consumers a wide range of options, from eco-friendly designs to luxury homes with world-class amenities and breathtaking views. Congratulations to all our awardees in India.”Dr. Nirmal De Silva, chairperson of the Awards in Sri Lanka, said: “Sri Lanka has experienced remarkable transformations in recent years, complemented by a real estate market that continues to attract international property seekers. The return of the Awards this year highlights this progress, showcasing luxurious villas and homes across the island, from Colombo to emerging cities, fuelled by significant infrastructure developments, including ports and airports. Congratulations to all the winners of this year’s awards.”The panel of judges in the Middle East consists of Stephen Oehme, director, Quantum Analysis Pte Ltd Singapore, and James A. Kaplan, CEO, Destination Capital Company Limited. Ajai A Kapoor, CEO of 360 degrees – Real Estate Services, and Madhav Raman, co-founder of Anagram Architects, comprise the panel of judges in India while Dr. Nirmal De Silva, director and CEO of Paramount Realty, leads the judging process in Sri Lanka.The judges lead a transparent, fair, and credible selection process under the supervision of HLB. The official supervisor is part of the “2024 Network of the Year” winner HLB International, the global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers.Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the 2024 editions of the Awards in the Middle East, India, and Sri Lanka are supported by official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; and official supervisor HLB.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: asiapropertyawards.com.COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East)DEVELOPER AWARDBest Mixed Use Developer (KSA)WINNER: Oud Real-Estate Development CompanyDEVELOPMENT AWARDBest Retail Office Development (KSA)WINNER: The North Yard by Oud Real-Estate Development CompanyDESIGN AWARDSBest Retail Office Interior Design (KSA)WINNER: The North Yard by Oud Real-Estate Development Company2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (India)DEVELOPER AWARDBest DeveloperWINNER: Signature Global (India) LimitedDEVELOPMENT AWARDSBest Waterview Housing DevelopmentWINNER: By the Waters by Suryam Developers LLPBest Green DevelopmentWINNER: Signature Global Titanium SPR by Signature Global (India) Limited2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Sri Lanka)DEVELOPER AWARDBest DeveloperWINNER: Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) LtdDEVELOPMENT AWARDSBest Luxury Condo Development (Colombo)WINNER: Waterdale Residencies, bordering Colombo 7 by Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) LtdBest Waterfront Condo DevelopmentWINNER: Oceana Beach Resort Apartments & Villas - Wadduwa by Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) LtdAbout PropertyGuru’s Asia Property AwardsPropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. In 2024, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2024. For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.comAbout PropertyGuru GroupPropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 28 million property seekers2 to connect with almost 46,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. 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拜登在特朗普恢复死刑前赦免几乎所有联邦死囚
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拜登在特朗普恢复死刑前赦免几乎所有联邦死囚 “`

(SeaPRwire) - (华盛顿)——总统拜登周一宣布,他将对联邦死囚中的37人(40人中的37人)进行减刑,将他们的刑罚改为无期徒刑,就在总统当选人特朗普——一位公开支持扩大死刑的倡导者——就职几周前。 此举挽救了犯下各种罪行的人的生命,包括杀害警察和军官、在联邦土地上杀人以及参与致命银行抢劫或毒品交易,以及杀害联邦设施中的警卫或囚犯。 这意味着只有三名联邦囚犯仍然面临死刑。他们是迪伦·鲁夫(Dylann Roof),他在南卡罗来纳州查尔斯顿犯下种族仇恨大屠杀;2013年波士顿马拉松爆炸案的炸弹客焦哈尔·萨尔纳耶夫(Dzhokhar Tsarnaev);以及罗伯特·鲍尔斯(Robert Bowers),他在匹兹堡的Tree of Life犹太教堂枪杀了11名会众,这是美国历史上最严重的仇恨反犹太袭击事件。 拜登在一份声明中说:“今天,我将对40名联邦死囚中的37人减刑,判处他们无期徒刑,不得假释。这些减刑与我的政府对联邦死刑实施的暂停令相一致,但不包括恐怖主义和仇恨动机的大规模谋杀案。” 拜登政府在2021年宣布暂停联邦死刑,以研究所使用的规程,这在拜登任期内暂停了死刑执行。但拜登实际上过去曾承诺在这方面走得更远,承诺结束联邦死刑,但对恐怖主义和仇恨动机的大规模杀戮除外。 在2020年竞选总统期间,拜登的竞选网站表示,他将“努力通过立法废除联邦死刑,并激励各州效仿联邦政府的做法”。 在他7月份竞选连任之前,拜登的竞选网站上并没有出现类似的措辞。 拜登的声明说:“毫无疑问:我谴责这些杀人犯,为他们卑鄙行为的受害者感到悲伤,并为所有遭受难以想象和无法弥补的损失的家庭感到痛苦。但根据我的良心和我作为公共辩护人、参议院司法委员会主席、副总统以及现在总统的经验,我比以往任何时候都更加确信,我们必须停止在联邦一级使用死刑。” 他暗讽特朗普说:“凭良心讲,我不能袖手旁观,让新政府恢复我暂停的死刑。” 将于1月20日就职的特朗普经常谈到扩大死刑。在一次演讲中,特朗普呼吁“抓到贩毒的人因其可恶的行为而被判处死刑”。他后来承诺处决毒品和人口走私者,甚至赞扬中国对贩毒者的更严厉处理。在他第一任总统期间,特朗普恢复了联邦死刑。 在特朗普第一任期内,有13人被处死,超过了现代历史上任何一位总统,而且有些死刑执行得如此之快,以至于可能导致了印第安纳州联邦死囚设施的拥挤。 这是自2003年以来首次执行联邦死刑。最后三次死刑发生在2020年11月大选日之后,但在特朗普次年1月离职之前,这是自1889年格罗弗·克利夫兰以来,首次由即将离任的总统处决联邦囚犯。 拜登面临着来自倡导团体的压力,敦促他采取行动,使特朗普更难以增加对联邦囚犯使用死刑。总统的声明也发生在他赦免在COVID-19大流行期间获释并被安置在家中监禁的近6000名囚犯以及其他39名被判犯有非暴力罪行的囚犯不到两周后,这是现代历史上最大规模的单日赦免行为。 在拜登向他的儿子亨特赦免联邦枪支和税务指控后,关于拜登可能减轻联邦死刑的猜测加剧了,此前他长期表示不会这样做,这在华盛顿引发了强烈抗议。这一赦免也引发了人们对政府官员和其他盟友是否会获得全面赦免的疑问,白宫担心他们可能在第二届政府中受到不公平的对待。 上周,白宫宣布拜登计划下个月访问梵蒂冈,这加剧了人们对拜登可能减轻联邦死刑的猜测。拜登是一位天主教徒,他将与教皇方济各会面,教皇方济各最近曾为这些死囚祈祷,希望他们的死刑能被减轻。 马丁·路德·金三世公开敦促拜登改变死刑判决,他在白宫发表的一份声明中说,总统“做了以前任何一位总统都不愿做的事情:采取有意义和持久的行动,不仅承认死刑的种族主义根源,而且纠正其持续的不公平性”。 唐尼·奥利维里奥(Donnie Oliverio)是一位退休的俄亥俄州警官,他的搭档被一名被减刑的人杀害,他说,“杀害我的警官搭档和挚友的人被处决不会给我带来任何安宁”。 奥利维里奥在白宫发表的一份声明中说:“总统在这里做了正确的事情,这与他和我的信仰相符。” ___ 魏斯塞特(Weissert)在佛罗里达州西棕榈滩报道。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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布莱克·莱弗利指控爱到尽头导演贾斯汀·巴尔多尼性骚扰和抹黑宣传
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布莱克·莱弗利指控爱到尽头导演贾斯汀·巴尔多尼性骚扰和抹黑宣传 “`

(SeaPRwire) - 布莱克·莱弗利在一份法律投诉中指控她的电影《如果一切终结于此》的导演兼联合主演贾斯汀·巴尔多尼在片场对其进行性骚扰,并在随后试图“毁掉”她的声誉。 这份由美联社获得的投诉书于周五提交给加利福尼亚州民权部门,这先于一起诉讼。它将巴尔多尼、这部浪漫爱情剧《如果一切终结于此》背后的制片公司以及巴尔多尼的公关人员列为被告。 在投诉中,莱弗利指控巴尔多尼和制片公司策划了一个“多层次的计划”,在她和她的丈夫瑞安·雷诺兹在一次会议上谈到巴尔多尼和一位制片人在电影中的“反复性骚扰和其他令人不安的行为”后,损害她的声誉。 投诉书称,该计划包括提议在网上留言板上散布谣言,策划一场社交媒体宣传活动,并刊登批评莱弗利的新闻报道。 投诉书称,巴尔多尼聘请公关人员和危机管理人员制定了一个“复杂、协调且资金充足的报复计划”,目的是如果莱弗利公开她片场上的担忧,“埋葬”和“毁掉”她。 “为了防止莱弗利女士透露关于巴尔多尼先生真相的风险,BaldoniWayfarer团队创建、散布、放大和提升了旨在破坏莱弗利女士信誉的内容,”投诉书写道。“他们也采取同样的手法来提升巴尔多尼先生的信誉,并压制任何关于他的负面内容。” 投诉书还称,巴尔多尼“突然偏离”了电影的营销计划,并“利用家庭暴力‘幸存者内容’来保护他的公众形象”。 代表巴尔多尼、Wayfarer Studios及其代表的律师布莱恩·弗里德曼称这些说法“完全虚假、令人震惊且故意耸人听闻”。 他驳斥了莱弗利关于协调行动的指控,称该制片公司“主动”聘请了一名危机管理人员,“因为莱弗利女士在制作过程中提出了多项要求和威胁”。 弗里德曼还表示,莱弗利威胁说,如果她的要求得不到满足,她将不会出现在片场,也不会宣传这部电影。 声明中没有具体说明这些要求,但莱弗利的投诉列出了30项要求,她说巴尔多尼和其他人在她对敌对工作环境的担忧得到解决后同意了这些要求。 其中包括:“不再向莱弗利和其他人展示女性的裸体视频或图片”,以及不再讨论色情内容、性经历或生殖器。 她还说,巴尔多尼不应未经她同意就向她的私人教练询问她的体重,不应追问她的宗教信仰,也不应“再次提及她已故的父亲”。 每当莱弗利与巴尔多尼同场演出时,都必须有一位亲密协调员在场,而且当她脱衣时,巴尔多尼不得进入她的预告片或化妆预告片。 这些要求还规定,“不再即兴创作接吻”场景或在莱弗利签署合同时批准的剧本之外添加性爱场景。 “我希望我的法律行动能够揭露这些阴险的报复策略,这些策略会伤害那些公开不当行为的人,并帮助保护可能成为目标的其他人,”莱弗利在一份给《泰晤士报》的声明中说。莱弗利的代表将美联社转介给了《泰晤士报》的报道,莱弗利在报道中否认散布或传播关于巴尔多尼或制片公司的负面信息。 《如果一切终结于此》改编自[书名],于8月上映,首映票房达5000万美元。但这部电影的上映却笼罩着关于主演之间不和的猜测。巴尔多尼在电影宣传中退居幕后,而莱弗利则与雷诺兹一起成为主角,雷诺兹当时也在为[电影名]进行媒体宣传。 巴尔多尼——他曾出演过讽刺肥皂剧[剧名],执导过《相距五英尺》并撰写了《足够男子气概》一书,该书反对传统的男子气概观念——确实回应了有关这部电影将家庭暴力浪漫化的担忧,他当时表示评论家们“绝对有权表达这种观点”。 “如果有人有过这种现实生活中的经历,我可以想象他们很难想象他们的经历会出现在一部爱情小说中,”他说。“对他们,我只想说,我们在这部电影的制作过程中非常用心。” ___ 纽约的菲利普·马塞洛也参与了本篇报道。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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为什么焦虑症在晚上会加重?
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(SeaPRwire) - 莉莉·布朗(Lily Brown)从她的病人那里一次又一次地听到同样的事情。他们会说,“‘一整天,我都忙得不可开交。我一个接一个地赶着截止日期,承担着各种责任。最后,我精疲力尽了,我很高兴能上床睡觉——但我躺下后,’”布朗说道,她是宾夕法尼亚大学焦虑症治疗与研究中心(University of Pennsylvania’s Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety)的主任。 一旦太阳落山,陷入焦虑和反复思考是很常见的。一项研究表明,许多人的焦虑症状在晚上加剧,心理健康状况也会恶化。研究人员将这种现象称为“午夜后思维假说”(the “mind after midnight hypothesis”),并指出自杀行为和物质滥用的风险在夜间也会增加,人们的情绪在大约凌晨1点到4点之间会骤降。另一项发表在2024年《精神病学研究》(Psychiatry Research)杂志上的研究发现,一般的焦虑症在一天中的不同时间都会达到高峰——根据研究,大约在早上8点、下午4点和凌晨1点——但困扰许多焦虑症患者的胡思乱想在晚上最为严重。 为什么夜间经常是焦虑症的高发时间?以下是需要注意的事项。 为什么焦虑在晚上感觉更严重 人体有一个精心调整的生物钟,它会影响从你感到饥饿到感到困倦的一切。圣路易斯华盛顿大学(Washington University in St. Louis)心理学和脑科学助理教授、最近发表在《精神病学研究》杂志上关于焦虑症状时间的研究的共同作者丽贝卡·考克斯(Rebecca Cox)说,这些内部节奏也会影响大脑。 你清醒的时间越长,你的身体就越想睡觉。某些生物信号让你在白天保持清醒并避免睡眠,但这些信号在晚上会下降。考克斯解释说,如果你在这些信号下降并且“睡眠压力”增加的情况下仍然清醒,认知功能通常会受到影响。她说,除其他后果外,这些影响似乎还会使你的大脑更难以调节情绪。 这些认知效应也有助于解释为什么人们会在深夜容易自残和滥用毒品。她说:“如果你对任何不健康或不安全的行为产生冲动,那么在半夜控制这种冲动可能会更加困难。” 更糟糕的是,“当我们在晚上清醒时,通常我们是孤立的。世界其他地方都在睡觉,”考克斯说。“如果我在白天感到焦虑,也许我可以和朋友或伴侣谈谈——但如果我晚上是唯一一个清醒的人,而我感到所有这些负面情绪,我就没有外部方法来调节这些情绪。” 辛辛那提大学医学院(University of Cincinnati College of Medicine)焦虑症研究项目主任杰弗里·斯特劳恩博士(Dr. Jeffrey Strawn)补充说,你大脑在夜间的干扰也更少。白天,你可能会忙于工作、差事、家务、家庭和社交义务等等。但到了晚上,尤其当你上床睡觉时,很多事情都消失了,这就为那种失控的焦虑、反复思考“如果……怎么办”以及“关于……”的事情,以及重播前一天的事情创造了一个“完美的环境”,斯特劳恩说。 你早上真的会感觉好些吗? 你可能听过这样的建议:当你感到担忧或不安时,要保证充足的睡眠,因为一切都会在早上感觉好一些。研究表明,这句谚语似乎确实有一定的道理。 焦虑和睡眠密切相关。焦虑的人往往睡不好,而睡眠不足也可能预示着未来的焦虑,包括考克斯在内的研究人员证实了这一点。相反,获得充足的睡眠往往似乎可以改善情绪,并减少焦虑,研究表明。“睡眠就是良药,”斯特劳恩说。 这使得良好的睡眠习惯至关重要,尤其对于那些患有焦虑症的人。除了经典的建议——比如在凉爽、黑暗和安静的房间里睡觉;限制咖啡因摄入;在白天早些时候看到明亮的光线,但在晚上限制光线;并建立规律的睡眠时间表——布朗说,重要的是等到你真正感到疲倦了再上床睡觉。当人们想要睡个好觉时,他们经常过早地睡觉,但这可能会适得其反。“这实际上是一种已知的无效策略,往往会使失眠恶化,并使对睡眠的焦虑加剧,”她说。它给了你充足的时间躺在床上,为应该睡觉却睡不着而感到压力。 布朗说,还要小心不要自行服用药物来入睡。包括酒精和在内的物质有时会使人更容易入睡,但总体上可能会导致睡眠质量下降。 如何应对夜间焦虑 布朗说,预防往往是最好的良药。她建议在白天(睡前很久)留出10分钟的时间进行结构化的“担忧时间”,这是一种经过验证的策略。设置一个计时器,用这整整10分钟的时间来回顾所有困扰你的事情,如果觉得有帮助的话,可以记下笔记或待办事项。 如果在规定的担忧时间以外,你的脑海中突然出现担忧,请有意识地识别并转移这些想法。布朗说:“说,‘我注意到我在担忧。我将把这个留到担忧时间’,然后回到你正在做的事情。”对于习惯性担忧的人来说,这可能很难,因为许多人错误地将担忧等同于准备或解决问题——但事实往往相反。 如果焦虑在晚上仍然涌现,布朗建议在床边放一本日记,快速记下任何困扰你的事情的简短笔记或提醒。你是在微妙地告诉你的大脑,“‘我听到了。我在关注。但我现在不会解决这个问题,’”布朗说。研究表明,这样做最终会减少整体的担忧。只是要确保你写的是简短的笔记而不是长篇大论,因为写得太多可能会“让大脑沉浸在那些担忧和焦虑的想法中,”斯特劳恩警告说。 斯特劳恩说,如果你发现自己陷入焦虑,也应该起床——否则,你可能会开始下意识地将你的床与担忧和清醒联系起来。“如果人们大约15分钟内无法入睡,我希望他们起床,”他说。起床做一些不需要动脑筋的事情,比如阅读洗碗机的说明书,他建议道。考克斯说,进行冥想或呼吸练习来降低生理压力水平也很有帮助。 当你再次感到困倦——并且希望更平静时,再回到床上。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。 ```
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(SeaPRwire) - 无家可归是我们这个时代最显眼、最可见、也是最不可接受的健康不公现象。研究表明,无家可归会增加一个人的死亡风险。 当飓风或其他灾难导致人们流离失所,缺乏住所、食物或安全保障时,我们(理所当然地)会团结起来帮助那些流离失所的人。联邦紧急事务管理署 (FEMA) 和国民警卫队等政府组织会尽可能多地调动资源,提供食物、住所和其他必需品。与此同时,全国各地的美国民众表现出体贴、慷慨和基本的善良,帮助重建人们的家园和生活。在这些困难时期,我们像邻居一样互相帮助。 然而,当面临失业、严重的健康危机、破裂的关系、精神疾病或吸毒成瘾时,我们往往表现得像陌生人一样。很少有人挺身而出提供帮助。我们大多数人都会避开目光,关闭我们的同情心和情感。不知何故,这种不作为被认为是“正常”的。没有人要求 FEMA 或国民警卫队帮助人们重新站起来。 人们似乎默契地认为,无家可归者不值得得到帮助或体面的待遇。政策制定者和内容创作者之间的深思熟虑的合作可以帮助改变这些默契的观念。事实上,好莱坞和哈佛大学等机构都在减少无家可归者痛苦方面发挥着作用。 我们如何看待无家可归问题 尽管无家可归这一挑战对各地社区都构成实际的担忧,但人们往往关注的是驱散而不是重新安置那些被迫睡在街上的无家可归者。事实上,在《允许政府逮捕在公共场所睡觉的人》的授权下,公职人员越来越使用武力将人们赶走,使他们不再可见。正如凯文·阿德勒和唐纳德·伯恩斯在他们最近的著作《我们路过时》中所写的那样,“我们根本没有像邻居一样行事。” 我们在这些情况下的反应差异反映出更大的社区危机:我们作为一个人和一个民族是什么样的?答案将在很大程度上决定持续增长的无家可归危机的结果,在任何给定的夜晚,有超过……的人无家可归——并且在任何一年中,无家可归的人数是这个数字的几倍。但除非我们将这场危机视为我们的问题,否则我们将无法取得进展。无家可归者是我们的邻居,事实上,我们任何人都有可能沦为无家可归者。我们如何对待无家可归者,和我们如何照顾因风暴而流离失所的邻居一样,都体现了我们是什么样的人。 解决这个问题的一个重要方法是利用讲故事来扭转对那些在我们街头受苦的人的无情非人化。这种非人化不仅加剧了这场危机,还导致我们中的一些人认为我们有某种理由可以摆脱参与深思熟虑的解决方案的责任。 好莱坞如何帮助解决无家可归问题 在各种环境中倾听和分享关于无家可归者的故事,可以让我们至少思考片刻:“如果是我会怎样?在这种情况下我会怎么做?” 当我们讲述那些在像海伦和米尔顿这样的灾难中失去家园的人的故事时,我们似乎很容易做到这一点。 有希望的先例表明,战略性地运用讲故事可以帮助改变我们对健康危机的看法——甚至刺激变革。例如,研究表明,通过要求人们观看以气候危机为主题的热门电影,如《难以忽视的真相》(2006) 和《后天》(2004),可以增强人们采取行动应对气候变化的意愿。研究表明,当一部电影——在这项研究中是《别抬头》(2021)——与一位影响者制作的简短教育视频相结合,提供额外的背景信息时,人们采取气候行动的意愿会进一步增强。 关于心理健康问题,诺曼·利尔中心的研究表明,观看包含心理健康故事情节的剧情片和非剧情片的人,对接受心理健康治疗的人的个人偏见较低。与此同时,我们在哈佛陈公共卫生学院的研究表明,当 TikTok 用户接触到……时,它……在评论区……甚至可以…… 是时候让讲故事的人们利用同样的策略来改变规范,并在我们的电视、电影院和 TikTok 上建立对无家可归问题的同理心了。我们需要好莱坞制作更多像《当幸福来敲门》(2006)、《独奏者》(2009) 和《游牧人生》(2020) 这样的电影,这些电影使我们对无家可归问题的理解人性化。我们还需要制作更多探索导致许多人无法获得住房的破碎系统的项目。我们需要鼓励那些经历过无家可归或住房不安全的人,例如公众人物和有影响力的创作者,在 TikTok 和 Instagram 等平台上分享他们自己的故事。即使我们不认为自己是讲故事的人,我们也可以发挥作用。与其总是路过,我们至少可以尝试偶尔停下来倾听邻居的故事。 当我们为这些故事腾出空间时,我们开始重新编织将我们联系在一起并提升我们的社区纽带。我们再次成为弗雷德·罗杰斯自我们孩提时代以来就鼓励我们成为的邻居,“那些与我们亲近的人”。无论我们是好莱坞编剧还是 TikTok 影响者,我们每个人都在改变关于无家可归问题的叙事方面都发挥着作用。或者仅仅是一个邻居。 失去家园的人,无论是因为飓风还是无家可归,都需要帮助。讲故事可以帮助我们开始这段旅程。只有将来自社会各阶层的人们聚集在一起,我们才能开始像邻居一样,产生改变所需的同理心和行动。当我们这样做时,我们将能够设身处地地想象自己不仅置身于风暴幸存者的处境,也置身于无家可归者的处境。这种想象和同理心的行为将使我们更加接近——那些受苦的人和我们自己。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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(SeaPRwire) - 在当今这个高度互联的世界,寂静和宁静的时刻已成为稀有而珍贵的商品。从我们醒来那一刻到闭上眼睛的那一刻,我们大多数人都会被大量的通知、警报和社交媒体的无尽滚动所淹没。这不仅仅是方便或新奇的问题了——沉迷于屏幕已经成为一种习惯,一种必需品,一种瘾,正如许多用户自己承认的那样。 但我们很少会问自己:代价是什么? 持续的参与不仅会消耗我们的时间,还会剥夺我们更重要的东西:内心的平静。 寂静对心理健康至关重要,就像维生素对身体健康至关重要一样。在当今快节奏、充斥着屏幕的环境中,这种观点尤为突出。人们痴迷于他们往体内摄入的食物:无论是寻找有机食品、非转基因食品、纯素食品、无麸质食品、无糖食品还是无人工色素的膳食。但为什么他们对通过感官摄入的东西不那么挑剔呢?我们摄入的精神垃圾可以说是比偶尔的芝士汉堡或奶油蛋糕更有害。这种感官刺激的冲击要求我们的认知能力超过其所能承受的范围。 正如我们的身体无法制造必需的营养素,必须从外部食物来源获取一样,我们的思想也需要必需的营养素,其中最重要的是寂静。宁静的时刻可以让大脑放松,整理它吸收的信息,并恢复消耗的认知资源。 最阴险的神话之一是多任务处理能提高你的效率。这显然是不正确的。已经反复证明,多任务处理会降低效率、注意力和工作质量。尝试多任务处理会迫使大脑在任务之间来回切换,这是它在能量消耗方面最昂贵的事情之一。 需要始终“在线”和保持连接会让我们无法体验到无所事事带来的恢复性益处,或者荷兰人所说的。我们已经如此习惯于刺激,以至于不活动的时刻感觉像是浪费时间。但实际上,这些时刻是大脑巩固记忆、解决复杂问题和产生创造性见解的时候。 寂静因此不是虚空,而是一个肥沃的空间,我们可以在其中找到在喧嚣中一直困扰我们的问题的解决方案。正如美国艺术家Leonard Koren在他的著作中所建议的那样,寂静可以是“充满可能性的空虚”。 我们的时代是感官过载的时代。屏幕不断闪烁,周围环境嗡嗡作响着人造噪音。持续不断的感官冲击会消耗大脑有限的注意力资源,几乎没有空间进行深入思考、内省或创造力。 人们越来越认识到这种过载的危险。即使是在树林里散步——在日本被称为或森林浴的活动——也被证明可以降低压力激素,降低血压,并改善认知能力。接触自然,其微妙的声音、宁静的寂静和有限的色彩调色板,可以使大脑和身体都平静下来。 绿色空间和自然的声音环境可以缓解日常生活中的过度刺激。研究表明,在自然环境中度过的时间不仅可以减轻焦虑和改善情绪,还可以增强注意力和记忆力。自然环境可以让大脑从现代生活的持续压力中恢复过来,因此我们最好去散散步。 数字世界几乎没有留下寂静的空间。无论是在工作场所、在家中还是在度假期间,我们都被不断要求我们注意的屏幕包围着。人脑的设计并非用于这种持续不断的参与。我们需要暂停的时刻,不仅是为了恢复镇静,也是为了让我们的头脑发挥最佳功能。 想想你多久会在有几秒钟不活动的时候就伸手去拿手机。无论是在排队、等待朋友,甚至是在谈话中间,查看设备的诱惑都难以抗拒。仅仅静静地坐着已经变得几乎不可想象。 然而,寂静应该被视为思想的必需营养素。寂静的时刻可以让思维清晰、富有创造力和内心平静。它们让我们倾听自己的想法,反思自己的经历,并以一种在现代生活喧嚣中不可能的方式与自己联系。 在你的生活中融入寂静不需要剧烈的改变。它可以像关闭一小时的通知或在没有手机的情况下外出散步一样简单。小小的断开连接的行为创造了寂静蓬勃发展的空间。随着时间的推移,你可能会发现这些宁静的时刻不仅令人耳目一新,而且对于维持身心健康也至关重要。 在一个不断敦促我们做更多事情并始终保持联系的时代,刻意寻求寂静可能感觉像是一种反抗行为。但寻求它是一种自我保护的行为。寂静让我们可以重新充电,发现现代生活经常掩盖的清晰度。 下次你发现自己想要拿起手机时,抵制这种冲动。让自己静静地坐着。你的大脑——以及你的理智——都会感谢你。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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与MySmile口腔护理一起欢庆节日:享受25%的折扣,拥有明亮健康的节日季!

(SeaPRwire) - 洛杉矶, 2024年12月21日 — 节日季到了,带来节日的欢欣、家庭聚会和无数值得拍照的时刻。在庆祝活动中,一些日常习惯很容易被忽略——但口腔护理不应该成为其中之一!,您值得信赖的家庭高级口腔护理合作伙伴,将通过独家促销活动让您在这个节日季闪耀:12月21日至12月26日,所有产品额外享受25%的折扣。 节日期间口腔护理为何重要 节日是放纵美食、含糖饮料和深夜庆祝的代名词。虽然这些时刻带来快乐,但也可能对您的口腔健康造成挑战。保持一致的口腔护理习惯有助于保护您的牙齿和牙龈免受过多糖分和不规律作息的影响,确保您以自信和健康的微笑步入新年。 “在MySmile,我们相信美丽的笑容是节日最佳的装饰,”的Bobby Jacobs说。“我们创新的产品系列让保持笑容灿烂比以往任何时候都更容易,无论这个季节多么忙碌。” 节日特惠:展现您最美的笑容 从我们最畅销的到我们革命性的和,MySmile 为每种口腔护理需求提供解决方案。无论您是在准备节日照片还是为心爱的人赠送自我护理的快乐,现在正是储备MySmile专业级产品的最佳时机。 请记下日期: 促销日期:12月21日 – 12月26日 折扣:全站商品8折 在我们的节日促销期间购物,是犒劳自己和为心爱的人挑选周到、实用的礼物的完美方式。毕竟,谁能拒绝拥有灿烂、健康笑容的礼物呢? 您的节日笑容清单 为了在节日庆祝活动中保持最佳笑容,请遵循以下简单提示: 保持一致:即使在忙碌的日子里,也要坚持每天刷牙两次,使用牙线一次。 多喝水:喝水有助于冲走糖分和酸性物质。 升级您的日常护理:使用MySmile的美白和口腔护理产品,以获得额外的保护和自信。 关注MySmile 如需独家优惠、每日口腔护理提示和信息内容,请在社交媒体上关注我们 @mysmile,,和我们的频道。不要错过亚马逊上的热销商品和精彩促销活动! 关于MySmile MySmile 致力于为个人提供易于使用、有效的口腔护理解决方案,这些解决方案可以无缝融入任何生活方式。从美白套装到环保牙膏片,我们让每个人都能轻松享受口腔护理。 不要错过! 与MySmile一起庆祝节日,在优先考虑口腔健康的同时节省大量开支。12月21日至12月26日访问,享受全单额外8折优惠。让这个节日季充满快乐、光明和笑容。 更多信息,请联系: Winnie Tang数字营销经理 来源 MySmile Oral Care Inc.本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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龙的传说
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龙的传说 “`

(SeaPRwire) - 北京, 2024年12月21日 — CICG最近发布了一部名为“ ”的动画视频,深入探讨了中国传统文化领域。这部视频的灵感源于中国神话传说中的龙,旨在向世界展示中华民族的精神瑰宝和中国深厚的文化遗产。 以传说中的涿鹿之战为背景,“龙的传说”讲述了中华文明的起源。传说在远古时期,黄帝和蚩尤为争夺中原的统治权进行了一场史诗般的战争。蚩尤强大的军队使黄帝的军队陷入困境。就在黄帝的军队似乎已经绝望之际,一条巨大的应龙(灵龙)从天而降。它呼风唤雨,淹没了蚩尤的军队,黄帝赢得了这场惊心动魄的战斗。应龙 thus became the Yellow Emperor’s right-hand man and has been regarded by the Chinese as a symbol of victory over adversity. 在农业社会,龙的形象被神化,被尊为风调雨顺的主宰和农田的守护神。在中国的民间故事中,龙是智慧而仁慈的,它帮助弱者,惩罚邪恶,这塑造了中华文明的道德规范。纵观历史,龙文化不断丰富和发展,成为中华民族精神的象征。 这个故事不仅仅是对龙的传说进行的历史回顾,它也展现了中华文明深厚悠久历史和丰富的文化内涵。龙不仅仅是农业的守护神或英勇的象征;它是代表中国人民自强不息、探索精神和对美好生活的向往的标志。 龙的精神已经超越了其物理形态的限制,发展成为一个得到普遍认可的文化符号。视频以龙的故事为媒介,旨在将不同文化背景的人们联系在一起,创造全球文化共鸣,并促进全世界对中国文化的更深层次的欣赏和好奇心。 通过呈现“龙的传说”,CICG希望将中华精神传递给世界,促进不同文化之间的深入交流和无缝融合,增强全球文明之间的相互认同,并与世界携手共创更加生机勃勃、和谐的全球文化景观。 来源 China International Communications Group (CICG)本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。 ```
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哈佛医学院和麻省总医院联合推出持续医学教育课程:女性健康与更年期,现已开放注册
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哈佛医学院和麻省总医院联合推出持续医学教育课程:女性健康与更年期,现已开放注册 “`

(SeaPRwire) - 课程主任:Deborah Gomez Kwolek,医学博士,美国内科学院院士,美国更年期医学会会员,医学科学硕士;课程联合主任:Mahmooda Qureshi,医学博士,医学科学硕士。与主题演讲嘉宾Jan L. Shifren,医学博士,医学科学硕士,Anna Cabeca,医学博士,美国妇产科学院院士,美国抗衰老医学和再生医学协会会员,Heather Hirsch,医学博士,理科硕士,医学科学硕士,Avrum Bluming,医学博士,美国内科学院院士,以及Jewel King,医学博士,公共卫生硕士,美国内科学院院士,医学科学硕士一起,参加在马萨诸塞州波士顿Fairmont Copley Hotel酒店举行的为期五天的开创性会议(2025年3月24日至28日)。本课程可以通过现场虚拟和线下两种方式参加。 波士顿,2024年12月21日 — “2025女性健康与更年期”课程现已开放注册,这是一门开创性的综合课程,旨在提升对女性健康和更年期的护理和理解。该为期五天的会议由来自全国和哈佛医学院的跨学科专家团队开发,提供了一个与循证知识和创新临床实践互动的独特机会。该课程将提供线下和在线直播两种形式,确保全球医疗保健专业人员都能参与。Gomez Kwolek博士对这门重要的全新课程评价道:“更年期和围绝经期是媒体上的热门话题,数百万女性正在要求治疗症状,并询问她们的医疗保健提供者有关激素替代疗法的问题。为了满足对医疗服务提供者教育的巨大需求,我们精心挑选了最好的教师,提供长达40小时的针对女性的尖端教学,内容涵盖更年期、心脏病学、肿瘤学、体重管理、生活方式医学、心理健康、性健康等等,全面关注女性从中年到老年期的健康。” 更年期和围绝经期是备受关注的话题,女性正在要求治疗症状。我们精心挑选了最好的教师,提供关于更年期、心脏病学、肿瘤学、生活方式、性健康等方面的尖端女性专用教学,以全面关注女性的健康。 本课程面向各种医疗保健专业人员,包括内科医生、家庭医生、妇产科医生、注册护士、专科医生、医师助理、相关医疗专业人员、护士、社会工作者和心理健康专业人员。参与者完成本课程后,将有机会获得高达40.00个AMA PRA 1类学分。 “2025女性健康与更年期”课程的参与者将获得对女性一生和激素阶段的概述。他们将学习在更年期症状的临床推理和问题解决方面的新的创新技能,加深对围绝经期及其管理的理解,并制定有效的激素治疗方案(包括雌激素、孕激素和睾酮)。参与者还将了解更年期体重增加和肥胖的治疗方法,评估更年期激素替代疗法的安全性和风险,并探索更年期症状的激素替代疗法替代方案。此外,他们将了解生活方式医学和健康生活方式实践,包括营养、运动、睡眠和压力管理。此外,本课程还将讨论女性性健康问题的的影响、诊断和治疗,包括盆底物理治疗、激素使用和咨询。将介绍与所有女性健康相关的包容性LGBTQ问题,并解决在护理患有心血管、肌肉骨骼、皮肤科、胃肠道、代谢、精神病和肿瘤疾病的女性时需要考虑的独特问题。 本课程将涵盖围绝经期和更年期转变、激素和非激素治疗以及生活方式医学方面的课程。还将专门讨论女性心脏病学、大脑健康、性健康等问题。案例演示和互动问答环节将增强学习体验。课程结束后,参与者可在网上访问讲座和资料11个月。由哈佛医学院及其附属医院的领先临床教育工作者以及在国内外享有盛誉的客座教师主讲的讲座将引人入胜且生动活泼。虚拟学习的支持将确保高质量的图像和声音。 课程将从周一到周五进行,包括上午和下午的讲座。每次讲座持续45分钟,随后进行10分钟的监督问答。讲师将在每个环节结束后以及通过电子邮件解答其他问题。 Qureshi博士表示:“本课程是您提升女性健康和更年期护理专业知识的机会,使您能够改善患者预后,并增强作为女性健康医生的信心。” 不要错过这个机会,加入由哈佛医学院和麻省总医院布里格姆妇女医院提供的变革性学习体验! 立即注册,确保您在“2025女性健康与更年期”课程中的席位。 媒体联络 Veasna Ngoun,麻省总医院布里格姆妇女医院,1 617-724-3547, ,wham-cme.org 来源 麻省总医院布里格姆妇女医院本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。
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Fujitsu drives chemical industry logistics DX with participation in joint logistics demonstration JCN Newswire

Fujitsu drives chemical industry logistics DX with participation in joint logistics demonstration

KAWASAKI, Japan, Dec 23, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it participated as an observer in a joint logistics demonstration project conducted from September to December 2024 in the Kanto and Tokai regions in Japan. This project, aimed at realizing a physical internet, was led by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism with the Chemicals Working Group(1) in the Physical Internet Realization Council(2) . Fujitsu contributed by providing a common data platform using its Fujitsu Unified Logistics offering. This facilitated the integration of various data related to logistics operations from participating companies in the Chemicals Working Group, including loading rates and CO2 emissions. Fujitsu Unified Logistics conforms to the Logistics Information Standards(3) of the “Cross-ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) Smart Logistics Service” project implemented by Japan’s Cabinet Office.Realizing a physical internet requires standardization of logistics and business flow data within the supply chain. Fujitsu leveraged the hub functionality of its offering which collects, standardizes, converts, and stores diverse logistics data formats to integrate logistics data from both shippers and logistics providers. Data formats, previously managed individually by each company, such as the number of data items and digits, were converted and standardized to conform to the Logistics Information Standards and stored in a logistics database. Furthermore, using the KPI evaluation and analysis functions of the platform, and with analysis from logistics experts, simulations were conducted to calculate the effectiveness of joint delivery. The results of the demonstration project are detailed in the Chemicals Working Group press release.Details of the Demonstration ProjectPhysical Internet Realization Council’s Chemicals Working Group Runs Demonstration Test to Find Effects of Joint Logistics - Pursuing the creation of a DX-based joint logistics platform Overview of the initiativesFujitsu considers resolving logistics challenges a company-wide initiative contributing to its group materiality of promoting a supply chain. To address logistics challenges in Japan, Fujitsu has played a leading role in the “Cross-ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) Smart Logistics Service,” demonstrating a history of consistent achievement from technology development to the construction of logistics and business flow data platforms and social implementation.Furthermore, under its Fujitsu Uvance business model, which addresses societal challenges, Fujitsu is pursuing a Trusted Society initiative to protect people's lives and create a prosperous and sustainable regional society while respecting the regional environment. By providing "Fujitsu Unified Logistics" to standardize logistics data, Fujitsu aims to achieve efficient operations, maximize transport capacity, and reduce CO2 emissions, thereby creating a resilient and sustainable logistics system.Figure 1. Fujitsu's initiatives in Joint Logistics(1) Chemicals Working Group:Established in June 2023 as the fourth industry working group of the Physical Internet Realization Council. Comprising 78 organizations (77 companies, 1 university as of December 2024), primarily shippers and logistics providers. Observers include relevant departments from Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, as well as the Japan Chemical Industry Association and the Japan Petrochemical Industry Association.Chairman: Professor Yuji Yano, Ryutsu Keizai University (Dean, Faculty of Distribution and Logistics Systems) (President, Japan Logistics Society)Secretariat: Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., Tosoh Corporation, Toray Industries, Inc. December 20, 2023 Announcement: Voluntary action plan to improve the appropriateness and productivity of logistics related to chemical products (in Japanese)(2) Physical Internet Realization Council:Established in October 2021 by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to formulate a roadmap for realizing a physical internet in Japan.(3) Logistics Information Standards:Formulated and published in October 2021 by Japan’s Cabinet Office's “Cross-ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) Smart Logistics Service”, following discussions with industry stakeholders. The utilization of the Logistics Information Standards (https://www.lisc.or.jp/ (in Japanese)) is also included in the "Physical Internet Roadmap" that was formulated in March 2022 and compiled by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. The use of these standards is expected to lead to increased efficiency in logistics by reducing the cumbersome adjustments and running costs associated with differing data among companies, lowering system-related costs, and facilitating the development of services such as joint transportation and joint storage through data unification.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Trio AI Establishes Partnership Ecosystem for Artificial Intelligence Super Computing (AISC) ACN Newswire

Trio AI Establishes Partnership Ecosystem for Artificial Intelligence Super Computing (AISC)

HONG KONG, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Trio AI Limited (“Trio AI”), an artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure service provider in Asia with a computing power of more than 1,000 GPUs, is enhancing the regional technology applications and ecosystem. Trio AI recently announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with HKT Limited (“HKT”) to explore opportunities in the Artificial Intelligence Super Computing (AISC) solution through their combined business networks and expertise. In addition, Trio AI is collaborating with METAX to leverage AI computing resources supported by METAX chips, introducing more diverse cloud services. This collaboration aims to help enterprises unleash their full potential during digital transformation, marking a significant step in advancing Hong Kong as an International Innovation and Technology (I&T) hub, providing computing power solution for large model training.In the rapidly evolving AI landscape, GPUs, which are key components of parallel computing, are experiencing significant market growth. According to Verified Market Research1, the global GPU market size was valued at US$33.47 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach US$477.37 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 33.3% from 2022 to 2030, demonstrating strong market expansion.On 11 December 2024, Dr. David Chung, Chief Executive Officer, Trio AI, and Mr. Dennis Chung, Senior Vice President, Product Marketing & Solutions Consulting, Commercial Group, HKT, signed the MOU, in the witness of Mr. Chow Kok Kit, Executive Director, Valuetronics Holdings Ltd., and Mr. Steve Ng, Managing Director, Commercial Group, HKT. This agreement establishes a collaborative framework to explore the opportunities to resell, market and promote the AISC solution in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and Southeast Asia.Dr. David Chung, Chief Executive Officer, Trio AI, said, "Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize all industries, driving unprecedented innovation, efficiency, and growth. From logistics to creative, healthcare to finance, manufacturing to retail, AI is empowering businesses to solve complex problems, optimize operations, and unlock new opportunities. On 23 August, we launched the first 1,000-GPU cluster in Hong Kong, and we plan to continue increasing our investment, with the capability to expand to over 10,000 GPUs in the future. We would like to express our gratitudeto HKT for their support in establishing this strategic partnership, and we look forward to more milestones in AI together with our partners, driving technological innovation in Hong Kong.”Mr. Steve Ng, Managing Director, Commercial Group, HKT, said, "As a trusted enterprise technology solutions enabler, HKT is committed to harnessing the potential of enterprise AI and accelerating its adoption among businesses in the Greater Bay Area. Our strategic partnership with Trio AI expands access to HPC services for a broader range of enterprises and institutions, addressing the increasing need for supercomputing capabilities driven by AI, while fostering innovation and improving operational efficiency across various sectors. Powered by HKT’s AI Superhighway, we provide ultra-high-speed2 and ultra-low-latency3 connectivity, linking Trio AI’s 1024-GPU cluster with enterprise and institutional data centers across the city."Exploring AISC opportunities in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and Southeast AsiaOver the next two years, Trio AI and HKT will work closely together to identify, develop, and implement go-to-market strategies for the AISC solution. This collaboration will also focus on multi- brand GPU management and AI professional services, utilizing Trio AI's AIDC platform management software alongside its AI professional services team to deliver high-quality AI solutions and operational experiences to customers. Furthermore, both parties will explore ways to leverage Trio AI’s AI computing power and servers, providing high-quality AI computing resources for Hong Kong customers. Through this collaboration with HKT, a market-leading digital transformation partner offering end-to-end enterprise solutions, connectivity, and smart living offerings, Trio AI will gain greater brand recognition and expand the accessibility of its AISC solution to a broader range of enterprises, thereby strengthening its foothold in the industry.Enhancing computational power to support wider range of applicationsCompared to regular AI, AISC utilizes high-performance computing (HPC) systems with multiple powerful processors working in parallel. This dramatically enhances computational power, enablingadvanced simulations and predictive analytics across various fields, such as research and industries requiring intensive computational resources. While regular AI focuses on performing intelligent tasks on a smaller scale, AISC leverages supercomputing to enhance AI capabilities, allowing for the processing of larger datasets and solving more complex problems efficiently.Dr. David Chung, Chief Executive Officer, Trio AI (first from the right),and Mr. Dennis Chung, Senior Vice President, Product Marketing & Solutions Consulting, Commercial Group, HKT (first from the left), signed the MOUin the witness of Mr. Chow Kok Kit, Executive Director, ValuetronicsHoldingsLtd.(second from the right), and Mr. Steve Ng, ManagingDirector, CommercialGroup, HKT (second from the left).Collaborating with METAX to build Hong Kong 1st domestic high-performance 1,000-GPU cluster, supporting businesses in global expansionIn addition, Trio AI is deepening its collaboration with METAX by leveraging AI computing resources supported by METAX chips, significantly enhancing AI infrastructure services. This aligns with the Hong Kong government's strategic direction for AI and serves local enterprises while also helping domestic companies leverage Hong Kong as a gateway to expand into countries of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The three key elements of AI are computing power, algorithms, and data. Trio AI is building and managing proprietary GPU computing power clusters, providing access to a diverse range of scalable GPU cluster, with the capacity expanding up to 10,000 GPUs, through customized deployment and on demand services. Trio AI will offer AI platform services, including essential value-added services such as model-as-a-service and data pools for development, to comprehensively support the integration of AI applications for businesses of all sizes.From left to right: Mr. Pak Ting, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder,Votee AI, Ms. Du Feilu, Chief Operation Officer,Trio AI, Mr. Dennis Chung,Senior Vice President, Product Marketing & Solutions Consulting, CommercialGroup, HKT, Mr. Steve Ng, Managing Director, Commercial Group, HKT, Mr.Chow Kok Kit, Executive Director, Valuetronics Holdings Ltd., Dr. David Chung, Chief Executive Officer, Trio AI, Mr. Wallace Leung, Project Director,METAX, Mr. Billy Chen, Vice President, Wintoo, Ms. Beatrice Tai, ChiefOperation Officer, Yedpay and esteemed guests attended the MOU signing ceremony.Dr. David Chung, Chief Executive Officer, Trio AI, said, " In November, we established the AI Application R&D Center at Hong Kong Cyberport to promote the in-depth integration of industry, academia, and research. By combining AI with the digital world, it creates an advanced accelerated computing platform. In this rapidly changing era, Hong Kong's strategic position enables us to efficiently support various clients and projects, achieving effective and unified deployment of multiple large model algorithms across diverse chips, providing ample computing resources for more AI enterprises.We are not only collaborating on new technology with METAX but also leading transformation and reshaping the future of the industry. We aim to provide professional, independent, and innovative services to enterprises in mainland China, the Greater Bay Area, Hong Kong, and across Asia, helping clients grow and facilitating intelligent transformation. This collaboration will greatly facilitate access to AI computing resources for enterprises, making cutting-edge technology services more accessible. We hope this collaboration sets a benchmark in the industry, inspiring more companies to accelerate their digital and intelligent transformations and create endless possibilities together."Mr. Wallace Leung, Project Director, METAX, stated, “Trio AI selected METAX, a leading Chinese high-performance GPU brand, to build Hong Kong's first Chinese high-performance 1024-GPU cluster; which uses 400G IB network + all-flash storage + high-erformance GPU Server, optimizing for various large models and efficient tuning with GPGPU architecture. METAX warmly congratulates Trio AI and HKT on the MOU signing, which signifies a joint effort in promoting the many application scenarios of GPU clusters in Hong Kong. METAX GPU will continue to provide committed and strong computing support for the Hong Kong AI industry!”Accelerating digital transformation with AI: expert insights on AI opportunities for Hong Kong customersFollowing the signing ceremony, a panel discussion was held on “Unlocking the Value of AI Computing Power and Solutions to Empower Hong Kong Customers.” Representatives from Trio AI’s trusted partners including Votee AI, Wintoo and Yedpay shared valuable insights on the future of digital transformation for Hong Kong customers, emphasizing the importance of adopting AI technologies to strategize and streamline operations and enhance customer engagement.Mr. Pak Ting, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Votee AI, said, “At Votee AI, we are excited and honored to participate in this signing event. We see collaborations as key to empowering Hong Kong's innovative hub and with Votee AI being one of the leading generative AI platforms, we are very pleased to witness this important moment.”Mr. Billy Chen, Vice President, Wintoo, said, “As a national high-tech enterprise specializing in AI, Wintoo is delighted to join this event as a partner of Trio AI. Our cloud-based platform is dedicated to leveraging AI to assess urban road conditions, and we hope to deepen our collaboration, expanding applications from Hong Kong to more regions, providing smarter solutions for clients, and improving roads to make cities better.”Ms. Beatrice Tai, Chief Operation Officer, Yedpay, said, “We are excited to leverage Trio AI to reshape the payment landscape for businesses and consumers alike. Our approach to AI in payment processing goes beyond automation by focusing on security and user experience through the 3i framework—Identity, Individualization, and Insight. With AI, we are set to revolutionize payments by enhancing authentication to prevent fraud, personalizing user experiences, and providing valuable insights to drive smarter decisions.”At the panel discussion, Mr. Pak Ting, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Votee AI (left), Mr. Billy Chen, Vice President,Wintoo (center), and Ms. Beatrice Tai, Chief Operation Officer, Yedpay (right) shared valuable insights on the future of digital transformation for Hong Kong customers.Remark:1.Source: Verified Market Research reporthttps://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/graphic-processing-unit-gpu-market/2.Ultra-high-speed refers to a data transmission rate of 800 Gbps per second3.Ultra-low-latency refers to an end-to-end data transmission delay of less than 1 millisecondAbout Trio AI LimitedTrio AI Limited (“Trio AI”) ”), an artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure service provider in Asia with a computing power of more than 1000 GPUs, is enhancing the regional technology applications and ecosystem. With the vision of advancing Hong Kong’s development as an International Innovation and Technology hub, we offer reliable, stable and cost-effective AI infrastructure services. We provide proprietary access to a diverse range of heterogenous GPU computing power, and a software platform integrating essential developer tools and more to support AI model training and inference, offering all-weather resilient AI infrastructure services for your AI needs.We cater to demand from government, various industry verticals, universities, and AI-native startups. We offer customized deployment, on demand and GPU for startups, ensuring cost-effective solutions adaptable to different usage patterns. Headquartered in Hong Kong, serving for Asia. Our strategic position allows us to efficiently support a wide range of clients and projects.For media enquiries, please contact:AJA (IR and Communications) Avy Yu Email: avy.yu@ajacapital.com.hk Tel: (852) 9500 4443Eudice Law Email: eudice.law@ajacapital.com.hk Tel: (852) 9326 1113 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Hong Kong Vocational Education Service in Joint Construction of the  ‘Belt and Road’ Vocational Education Symposium ACN Newswire

Hong Kong Vocational Education Service in Joint Construction of the ‘Belt and Road’ Vocational Education Symposium

HONG KONG, Dec 20, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The leaders of National Association of Vocational Education of China visited Hong Kong, jointly sponsored by The Chinese Occupational Education Association of Hong Kong and co-sponsored by the Hong Kong Metropolitan University, organized Hong Kong Vocational Education Service in Joint Construction of the “Belt and Road" Vocational Education Symposium. It was held at the International Conference Center on the 12th floor of the Jockey Club Institute of Healthcare of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University on December 17, 2024. Mr. Feng Dajun, Deputy Director General of National Association of Vocational Education of China, and Wu Cheng, Deputy Director of Education and Science of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, attended the meeting.From Left: Professor Li Wai Chi, Mr. Cheung Kin Chung,Professor Zhao Pengfei,Dr. Wong Yau Kar, Madam Wong Wai Ching,Professor Wong Yuk Shan, Dr. Liu YungChau, Mr. Feng Dajun, Madam Wu Cheng,Dr. Liu Yi Man, Professor ReggieKwan Ching Ping, Mr. Yiu Pak Leung,Madam Huang Zhaoxia, Mr. David Leung Yiu FaiThis symposium can be said to have a strong lineup of guests, with over 60 participants from various sectors including politics, business, and education. In addition to Dr. Liu Yung Chau, Honorary Chairman of the Council of the COEAHK, Professor Wong Yuk Shan, Chairman of the Council, Dr. Wong Yau Kar, Dr. Liu Yi Man, Vice Chairmen, and all other directors attending. Madam Wu Cheng, Deputy Director of Education and Science of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region also attended.From Left: Dr. Liu Yi Man, Madam Gladys Yam Ying Sim, Mr. Lam Chun Sing , Mr. Wong Kam Leung , Mr. Yiu Pak Leung, Dr. Wong Yau Kar,Madam Wong Wai Ching,Dr. Liu Yung Chau, Professor Wong Yuk Shan,Madam Wu Cheng, Mr. Tai ChakTong, Mr. Feng Dajun, Professor Zhao Pengfei,Madam Huang Zhaoxia, Madam LiMin, Professor Reggie Kwan Ching Ping,Mr. Tsui Hoi ShanThe meeting is divided into two parts. The first part is the keynote speech, and the second part is the symposium. From macro level to micro level, the government's policy is to jointly construct the "Belt and Road" and promote vocational education to overseas, and then how to implement the "apprenticeship system". Vocational education in Hong Kong is promoted by the government, enterprises, and schools, and the integration of industry and education, as well as school enterprise cooperation, are relatively international and market-oriented.The first part is the keynote speech, delivered by Mr. Feng Dajun, Deputy Director General of the National Association of Vocational Education of China, on the topic of "Strengthening Exchange and Cooperation, Jointly Promoting Vocational Education Going Overseas". Dr. Wong Yau Kar, Vice Chairman of the COEAHK, delivered a keynote speech on the theme of "Advantages and Challenges of Hong Kong Vocational Education's Participation in the Joint Construction of the “Belt and Road". Dr. Zhao Pengfei, former president of Guangdong Construction Vocational and Technical College, gave a keynote speech on the topic of "Practice and Prospects of Chinese Characteristics Apprenticeship System under the Background of Industry Education Integration".The second part is a guest speech, delivered by Dr. Liu Yi Man, Vice Chairman of the COEAHK, Mr. David Leung Yiu Fai, Chief Consultant of the MTR Academy, Professor Li Wai Chi, Vice President of HKCT Institute of Higher Education, and Mr. Chris Cheung Kin Chung, President of the CLP Power Academy.in his opening remarks, reflected on the history of the China Vocational Education Society and pointed out the significant contributions of the Hong Kong Vocational Training Council since its establishment in enhancing vocational education.Professor Wong Yuk Shan, in his opening remarks, stated that the National Association of Vocational Education of China was founded on May 6, 1917 in Shanghai by 48 renowned figures in the education and business sectors, including Huang Yanpei, Cai Yuanpei, and Liang Qichao. As for our COEAHK, it was officially established on January 12, 2024, at the age of less than one. It was founded under the initiative and strong support of Dr. Liu Yung Chau. COEAHK is committed to promoting and improving vocational education in Hong Kong, exploring and exchanging theories and practices of vocational education, promoting the spirit of craftsmanship, and facilitating the development of vocational education in Hong Kong and other cities in the Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Greater Bay Area. It aims to cultivate talents for innovation, modern industry, and service industries in the region.The guest lineup at the symposium was impressive, featuring around 60 representatives from various sectors,including politics, business, and educationDeputy Director General Feng Dajun said that in September and October 2013, President Xi Jinping proposed the cooperation initiatives of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road respectively. By the end of June 2023, China has signed more than 230 cooperation documents on jointly building the "Belt and Road" with more than 150 countries and more than 30 international organizations. At present, China has launched "Chinese+Vocational Education" characteristic projects in more than 40 countries and regions, and more than 400 vocational colleges in mainland China and foreign educational institutions have cooperated in running schools. The number of full-time students studying in China has reached 17000. China's vocational education has established stable connections with over 70 countries and organizations. In the process of exchange, vocational colleges in the mainland and universities in Europe, Africa, Thailand and other countries along the Belt and Road have carried out vocational education projects. National Association of Vocational Education of China has always played an important role in promoting the Belt and Road Initiative. Hong Kong's vocational education has a flexible education and training mechanism, an open market school running mode, and an international talent training orientation. It has prominent regional advantages in the international exchange and cooperation of vocational education along the “Belt and Road”.Mr. Feng Dajun, Deputy Director General of National Association of Vocational Education of ChinaDr. Wong Yau Kar stated that from the 1980s to 2019, vocational colleges have trained over 900,000 graduates from various industries in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong SAR government has established a dedicated department to promote the development of vocational education. The Vocational Training Council (VTC) was established in 1982. The government is also vigorously promoting the establishment of the "University of Applied Sciences"(UAS), and the Metropolitan University of Hong Kong has become a UAS. The characteristic of vocational education in Hong Kong is its high degree of internationalization, and the use of English is the key to international integration. It is suggested that the development of vocational education should be based on future needs, the integration of industry and education, school enterprise cooperation, and the construction of a connected education system from middle school to university and even master's degree.Professor Zhao Pengfei stated that apprenticeship is the best way to achieve industry education integration and school enterprise cooperation. The Chinese government policy requires all regions to actively carry out modern apprenticeship pilot programs through school enterprise joint enrollment and training. The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security both support the apprenticeship system. There are more than 1000 pilot projects for modern apprenticeship system in China, with 2480 cooperative enterprises, benefiting more than 100000 students (apprentices). The pilot project for new apprenticeship system in enterprises has trained more than 20000 employees, with a clear requirement to train 1 million new apprentices from 2019 to 2021. The important achievements of modern apprenticeship system pilot are government policies, industry standards, and school enterprise models. Modern apprenticeship system is a "dual education", "dual identity", "work study alternation", and "job training". It refers to “school+enterprise”, “student+apprenticeship”, “learning+work”, and “education+training” respectively. The development of apprenticeship system vertically connects the primary, middle, and high-level apprenticeship systems, and horizontally connects them to the integration of general education and vocational education.Dr. Liu Yi Man said that Hong Kong acted as a super connector to promote the high-quality development of the "Belt and Road" vocational education. Promote China's vocational education to go overseas and help build an education powerhouse, with Hong Kong as the first stop, serving as a super connector for "going out " and "bringing in". Especially in the field of internationalization and artificial intelligence, it is very important. In the future, our country's vocational education will have great potential in international talent joint training, collaborative development of curriculum standards, and the clustering effect of overseas education. The continuous evolution of artificial intelligence technology has brought tremendous changes to the production models of various industries.Mr. David Leung Yiu Fai said that MTR Academy was established in 2016 to cooperate with the national the Belt and Road Initiative. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of MTR Corporation and one of the earliest corporate colleges in Hong Kong. Our vision is to become a recognized center for railway management and technical education and research in the railway industry in Hong Kong, mainland China, and overseas. Through the MTR Academy, there are also master's programs in rail transit, joint courses with overseas universities, and community participation. Currently developing consulting services for the Middle East market.Professor Li Wai Chi said that the last era was the Internet+ era. The next era is the era of Al, make good use of Al, comprehensively popularize artificial intelligence knowledge, and improve students' artificial intelligence literacy. Relying on the platform of vocational colleges, we can use Unicom x financing to implement the policies and measures of different government departments on strengthening science and technology, education and talent. Colleges and enterprises in the two places can rely on the country and enterprises to jointly build the Belt and Road development and provide formal vocational skills training according to their human needs at different stages of development. Colleges and relevant administrative departments in both regions will jointly develop and construct an international vocational education and qualification system with Chinese characteristics.President Chris Cheung Kin Chung of CLP Power Academy stated that the title is "Power to Move Upward". The institute is not only studying for colleagues at the CLP Power, but can also be read to public, all students are part-time students. There are currently multiple courses, QF architecture, jointly offered with universities. Due to the fact that CLP Power is the most professional in the enterprise/industry, but not the most specialized in teaching, it is best to cooperate with universities to provide scenes for students to understand operations. Collaboration with VTC, some transitional courses, these courses form an ecosystem. Entering the mechanical and electrical industry, seeking opportunities to move upstream is to obtain a diploma (educational background). In addition to the diploma, there is also an exemption from the electrician license (industry qualification), which creates an ecological environment. Partners include the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications, and the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers.Dr. Liu Yung Chau expressed his gratitude during his closing remarks at the symposium. 2024 is the most important year in the development of the COEAHK. The inauguration ceremony was taking place on 12 January 2024. Both governments attach great importance to it, and Chief Secretary for Administration of HKSAR Mr. Chan Kwok-ki, Dr. Choi Yuk-lin, Secretary for Education, and Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, all attended. The leaders of the National Association of Vocational Education of China visited Hong Kong this time, with the theme of the forum, "Building the Belt and Road through Hong Kong's Vocational Education Services," reflect a commitment to the strategic importance of vocational education in the Belt and Road Initiative. The first three speakers including Deputy Director General Feng Dajun, Dr. Wong Yau Kar, and Professor Zhao Pengfei giving keynote speeches from the three dimensions of "Vocational Education Going overseas", "Vocational Education Jointly Building the the Belt and Road" and "Integration of Industry and Education". Mr. David Leung Yiu Fai, Professor Li Wai Chi, President Chris Cheung Kin Chung and Dr. Liu Yi Man participated in the symposium to promote vocational education in Hong Kong and participate in the national strategy of the Belt and Road from the perspective of enterprises and educational institutions.Group Photo: From Left Dr. Wong Yu Kar, Madam Wang Wai Ching, ProfessorWong Yuk Shan, Dr. Liu Yung Chau, Mr. Feng Dajun, Madam Wu Cheng,Dr. Liu YiMan, Professor Reggie Kwan Ching Ping Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Summit Group Responds to White Paper Citing Governance Issues in Bangladesh’s Power and Energy Sector ACN Newswire

Summit Group Responds to White Paper Citing Governance Issues in Bangladesh’s Power and Energy Sector

Dhaka, Bangladesh, Dec 23, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Summit Group, Bangladesh’s largest private sector power generation company, has issued clarifications in response to a recent draft of a government White Paper, and said it welcomes transparency and remains committed to the highest levels of corporate governance and corporate social responsibility (“CSR”) in the country.Bangladesh media have reported widely on a draft of the ‘White Paper on the State of the Bangladesh Economy’ released in recent weeks by the interim government led by the Honourable Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus. The document said Bangladesh’s power and energy sector faced challenges such as excess capacity, dependence on imports of gas and under-development of domestic natural gas resources.Summit Power International Limited (“SPIL”), the Singapore-registered parent of Summit Corporation Limited (“SCL”) – the leading foreign direct investor in Bangladesh’s power sector – has responded to statements in White Paper which referred to SCL’s assets or subsidiaries.1) The draft White Paper referred to Summit Group as being one of the “selected large conglomerates” which enjoyed “exemptions on project income” and “exemption on income arising from power generation”.SPIL said these exemptions cited were part of a broader policy initiative that applied to the entire power and energy sector in the country. “The policy, i.e. Private Sector Power Generation Policy framed in 1996, designed to attract investment and meet Bangladesh’s critical energy needs, encompassed approximately 104 projects. These exemptions were not exclusive to Summit Group but were reflective of a sector-wide strategy to enhance Bangladesh’s energy capacity to ensure sustainable development,” SPIL said.2) The “Other Common Malpractice” section in the White Paper alleged that contract conditions were changed after it was awarded, and singled out the Summit Meghnaghat 335 dual fuel power plant for switching from heavy fuel oil (“HFO”) to high-speed diesel (“HSD”) without changing capacity payment or heat rate as an example.The Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation, the supplier of energy oil, was unable to provide the specified oil under the original agreement and instead reached an understanding with the Bangladesh Power Development Board to supply alternative oil, SPIL said.“In order to maintain operations and fulfil its commitments, Summit Meghnaghat was obliged to accept this change but remains prepared to accept oil in accordance with the original tender conditions,” SPIL said.Through SCL, the Summit Group operates 18 power plants with a combined generation capacity of 2,255MW or approximately 17% of the total installed private power generation capacity in the country of 173 million people.3) The White Paper listed Summit Power Limited among 83 companies listed on the Dhaka Stock Exchange that had been “unfairly excluded” from certain regulatory activities, and said market rigging was endemic in the domestic equity market.“Summit Power Limited has always conducted its affairs with the highest levels of corporate governance. Its Board of Directors comprises eminent and well-respected corporate figures. At no time has the company ever engaged in market rigging,” SPIL said.4) Regarding Bangladesh’s second Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (“FSRU”), which Summit Group operates, the White Paper alleged public funds were misused because Summit supplied LNG at a premium while natural gas reserves were available with the Bangladesh Oil, Gas and Mineral Corporation (“Petrobangla”).SPIL said that Summit’s FSRU was not responsible for the supply of gas and, accordingly, has not imported or supplied any gas to date. The long-term supply contract signed between Summit Oil and Shipping Company Limited and Petrobangla was at the lowest price of all contracts awarded at the time, including for OQ Trading and Excelerate Energy (“Excelerate”). In any event, Summit has not yet imported any gas under the long-term supply contract.Further, Summit’s FSRU did not receive any special exemptions, and its daily tariff/charter rate is lower than that of the Moheshkhali Floating LNG owned by Excelerate, the only other FSRU in Bangladesh. The incentives referenced were part of an industry-wide framework that applies to both Excelerate and Summit’s FSRU projects.“As a responsible corporation with a track record of providing energy and power to Bangladesh, Summit Group has always respected and adhered to the laws of both Bangladesh, where SCL operates, as well as Singapore, where SPIL is domiciled,” SPIL said. “We are dedicated to contributing meaningfully to Bangladesh’s growth and prosperity. Our operations in Bangladesh have consistently adhered to all regulations, and we take pride in upholding the highest standards of integrity and governance,” SPIL said.“Being a dependable partner in nation building, we remain open to dialogue with all stakeholders,” it added. “We invite committee members preparing the White Paper to engage and seek clarification where needed. As a substantial foreign direct investor, the Summit Group has always conducted its affairs in a transparent manner while striving to support the long-term development of Bangladesh,” it added.About Summit Power International Limited (“SPIL”)SPIL is the largest Independent Power Producer (IPP) in Bangladesh, reflecting 17% of the country's total private installed capacity and 7% of the country’s total installed capacity. Summit owns and operates a total of 18 power plants with a combined generation capacity of 2,255MW. It also operates Bangladesh’s second Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) and LNG import terminal with daily regasification capacity of 500 million cubic feet.SPIL is a privately-held Singapore-registered company that is 78%-owned by the family of Mr Muhammed Aziz Khan. In 2016 SPIL acquired Bangladesh-registered Summit Corporation Ltd (SCL) in a transaction that was financed primarily by International Finance Corporation, the World Bank’s private sector arm. SCL holds various infrastructure assets in Bangladesh. In 2019, JERA Co., Inc., Japan’s largest power generation company, acquired a 22%-stake in SPIL and remains its second largest shareholder to date.Learn more at: www.summitpowerinternational.com Media ContactWeR1 Consultants Pte LtdWhatsApp (Text): (+65) 9748 0688Email: summit@wer1.net Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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