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Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 14, 2026) - Casa Minerals Inc. (TSXV: CASA) (OTCQB: CASXF) (FSE: 0CM) (the "Company" or "Casa") is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement financing (the "Offering") for aggregate gross proceeds of $800,000.Under the terms of the Offering, the Company may issue up to 6,400,000 units (each, a "Unit") at a price of $0.125 per Unit. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (a "Share") and one common share purchase warrant (a "Warrant"). Each Warrant entitles the holder to acquire one additional Share for a period of two years from the date of issuance. The warrant exercise strike price is $0.15/share in the first three months and automatically converts to $0.20 per share then after for the remainder of the two years period.A Finder's Fee of 6% in cash or Shares is payable to eligible finders on all or a portion of the Offering in accordance with TSX Venture Exchange policies.The net proceeds from the Offering will be used primarily for general and administrative expenses and for property investigations on the Company's projects in Arizona and British Columbia.The securities issued pursuant to the Offering will be subject to a statutory hold period of four (4) months and one day from the date of closing in accordance with applicable securities laws. The Offering is subject to receipt of all necessary approvals, including final acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange.About Casa Minerals Inc.Casa Minerals Inc. is a company engaged in gold exploration in two prominent regions: Arizona and British Columbia, Canada. The company is involved in gold exploration on the Congress Gold Mine, a past producing mine located in Arizona. The company is also active in copper-gold exploration in British Columbia, Canada. Casa Minerals' management team has a track record of numerous discoveries in the exploration sector. The Company is committed to creating shareholder value through the discovery and development of economic mineral deposits.About Casa Minerals Inc.Casa Minerals Inc. is a company engaged in gold, and copper exploration in two prominent regions: Arizona and British Columbia, Canada. The company is involved in gold exploration on the Congress Gold Mine, a past-producing mine located in Arizona. The company is also active in copper-gold exploration in British Columbia, Canada. Casa Minerals' management team has a track record of numerous discoveries in the exploration sector. The Company is committed to creating shareholder value through the discovery and development of economic mineral deposits.For more information, please visit the company's website at https://www.casaminerals.com/.On Behalf of the Board of DirectorsFarshad Shirvani, M.Sc. GeologyPresident, CEO and DirectorFor more information, please contact:Casa Minerals Inc.Farshad Shirvani, President & CEOPhone: (604) 678-9587Email: farshad@casaminerals.comhttps://www.casaminerals.comNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE 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/280377 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

- 此合作旨在为沙特市场引入先进的铝冶炼与连续铸造技术。- PIF通过本地化供应链、扩大出口、强化沙特的金属与矿业生态系统，从而加大力度推动沙特经济多元化。- PIF会持续提升沙特阿拉伯的制造业能力。香港, 2026年1月14日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 沙特阿拉伯公共投资基金（以下简称 "PIF"）与红海铝业控股有限公司（以下简称"RSAH"；由创新实业集团有限公司、创新新材料科技股份有限公司及山东创新集团有限公司合资组建）今天宣布，双方已就初步条款达成协议，在沙特西部港口城市延布合作开发先进的一体化下游铝业综合体。通过此次合作，由RSAH拥有的综合体红海铝业工业有限公司（以下简称"RSAI"）会为沙特引进先进的铝冶炼技术，并建设中东地区最大的连续铸造生产线之一，用以生产多种高附加值铝制品。此次签署已在利雅得举行的矿业及未来矿产论坛上宣布。此举精准呼应PIF的核心战略方向，即通过建立区域和国际合作伙伴关系、积极吸引投资以最大化回报、实现沙特经济多元化和技术本地化，并持续释放战略性产业的潜力。PIF工业与矿业负责人兼中东和北非地区投资负责人Muhammad AlDawood博士表示："PIF致力于履行其战略使命，积极构建具备全球竞争力的工业生态体系，以推动沙特经济转型与多元化发展。RSAI将确保下游铝制品的稳定供应，以满足全球及本地需求。"RSAH执行董事Tom Northover表示："RSAI的愿景是成为全球下游铝业的领导者，深度融入沙特的工业与能源生态系统。自成立以来，我们始终致力于满足顶尖国际客户的需求。我们十分期待与PIF的合作，依托其深厚的投资洞察与规模优势。我们在延布的投资，正是基于我们对沙特在全球先进制造业版图中核心地位的深刻认同。"PIF作为全球最具影响力的投资者之一。RSAI将进一步补充PIF在其他战略性行业如汽车、电力和公用事业、电子及建筑领域的投资布局。RSAH是由全球领先的主要下游铝制品生产商共同持股。即将建设的综合体将充分运用其先进技术及经过验证的大型铝产业集群开发模式，并把握全球铝需求持续增长带来的战略机遇。PIF与RSAH的合作亦将通过技术培训与技能提升计划，并引入全球行业最佳实践，共同推动本地专业人才的快速成长与建设。是次签署的初步条款还需经双方落实敲定相关交易文件、满足先决条件并获得所有必要批准和授权。 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 14, 2026) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) ("Doubleview" or the "Company"), a leading Canadian exploration company focused on its flagship Hat Polymetallic Deposit in northwestern British Columbia's Golden Triangle, is pleased to announce the successful finalization of key metallurgical recovery data for gold (Au), copper (Cu), cobalt (Co), silver (Ag), and scandium (Sc). This milestone supports the imminent completion of an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) and Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).The Company's two-year metallurgical testing program, led by Eur.Ing Andrew Carter, B.Sc., C.Eng., MIMMM, MSAIMM, SME, has delivered positive results confirming viable recoveries across the polymetallic suite. Overall Metallurgical Recoveries MetalRecovery % Copper (Cu)85 Gold (Au)89 Silver (Ag)68 Cobalt (Co)78 Scandium (Sc)75 Recent breakthroughs from the program, including a global first in the recovery of high-grade scandium oxide (Sc₂O₃) from copper porphyry flotation tailings, have demonstrated strong technical viability. Key highlights from the testwork include high overall recoveries, positioning the Hat Deposit to maximize value from its unique polymetallic profile (gold-copper-cobalt-silver-scandium). Building on this progress, Doubleview is actively seeking quotes from qualified laboratories and consultants for advanced metallurgical testing to support the planned Prefeasibility (PFS) and Feasibility (FS) studies. These next testwork phases will further optimize process recoveries and refine project economics.MRE and PEA updates:The Company is also finalizing the updated MRE and PEA, incorporating the new metallurgical data, expanded drilling results from the successful 2025 field season (including the largest drill program to date with over 13,000 meters completed), and eastward extensions of mineralization. Logistics and preparations for the 2026 field season are underway, with plans to continue aggressive exploration and resource enhancement at the Hat Project.Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO, commented: "Finalizing these metallurgical recoveries marks a pivotal step forward for the Hat Project. Under Mr. Carter's expert guidance, our metallurgy program has unlocked significant potential for critical metals like scandium, alongside robust recoveries for copper, gold, cobalt, and silver. We are excited to advance toward the updated MRE and PEA while gearing up for PFS/FS-level work and the 2026 season."Mr. Carter, a graduate of the University of Leeds (B.Sc. Mineral Processing, 1980), is a Chartered Engineer (C.Eng.) registered with the Engineering Council UK (#378467) and a European Engineer (Eur.Ing.) (#c2960GB). He is a member in good standing of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3 #46421) and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME #4112502). With over 45 years of experience in operations, engineering, and consulting in extractive metallurgy for gold, precious, and base metal ores, Mr. Carter is a "Qualified Person" under National Instrument 43-101 and has independently reviewed and approved the metallurgical aspects of this announcement.Doubleview remains committed to responsible development of this strategic asset, contributing to North America's supply of critical and electrification-enabling metals.Qualified PersonEur Ing Andrew Carter B.Sc., CEng., MIMMM (QMR), MSAIMM, SME, Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the HAT Project metallurgical studies as defined by National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release and is independent of the Company.The company further notes that, pursuant to the news release dated December 31st, 2025, it has completed its financing and is no longer seeking additional funds.About Doubleview Gold CorpDoubleview Gold Corp. is mineral resource exploration and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), (OTCQB: DBLVF), (WKN: LA1W038), and (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview focuses on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia. The company enhances shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of high-quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver projects-collectively critical minerals utilizing cutting-edge exploration techniques.Doubleview's success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.About the Hat Polymetallic DepositThe Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region's significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company's July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below: Average GradeMetal ContentOpen Pit Model HatResource CategoryTonnageCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAgMt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand ozIn PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575 Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3. "The scandium resource potential is based on the drill holes on the property drilled for (July 25, 2024) maiden resource estimate for other metal content than scandium. The potential quantity and grade are conceptual in nature, there has been insufficient exploration to define a mineral resource, and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the target being delineated as a mineral resource."For further details of the MRE-1, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold Corp Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani President & CEO T: (604) 678-9587 E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/280334 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

香港, 2026年1月14日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 1月8日，北京智谱华章科技股份有限公司（以下简称"智谱"）成功登陆港交所，成为"大模型第一股"，这不仅是其自身发展的里程碑，也是联想控股生态赋能AI初创企业的典型案例之一。上市后智谱股价持续上涨，盘中一度突破千亿市值。基于对人工智能产业的长期关注，联想控股体系（联融志道基金、君联资本、联想创投）连续多轮投资智谱，并积极推动体系内产业公司与其展开深度合作，加速技术产业化进程。除智谱外，过去一年成功登陆资本市场的多家AI相关企业，如摩尔线程、沐曦、小马智行、希迪智驾、精锋医疗等，也均获得过联想控股体系的早期投资支持。而上述企业的集中上市，也意味着联想控股在AI领域的前瞻布局正迎来进一步价值成长。通过多层次体系化的科技创新，联想控股已在人工智能领域深入布局。其中，联想控股旗下联想集团已将AI业务作为核心增长主线，取得了PC全球第一、高性能计算机全球第一、服务器全球第三的成绩，并已发布覆盖全场景的超级智能体矩阵，成为其AI PC等智能终端产品的标配。此外，旗下联泓新科、富瀚微等成员企业也在全力推动AI赋能业务发展，进一步助力AI在各行各业加速落地。另一方面，联想控股还致力于构建"AI+"应用生态圈，全体系累计投资AI企业超270家，是目前该领域体系最完整、企业数目最多、持续时间最长的投资机构之一。 01 体系接续赋能 助力"大模型第一股"在智谱成长背后的"明星"投资人团队中，联想控股体系占据重要角色。早在2022年OpenAI发布ChatGPT之前，联想控股旗下君联资本便已成为智谱早期重要股东，深度参与智谱战略规划与生态构建。2023年初，联想控股本部投资团队曾横向对比了数十家基座大模型公司的技术产品，期间与智谱核心团队进行了深入交流。随后，联想控股与部分相关企业多轮交叉验证智谱产品后，通过旗下联融志道基金接续加码投资智谱。此后，君联资本（含其管理的社保基金中关村自主创新专项基金）又连续九次投资智谱，成为其最大的机构投资人。2025年初，联想创投也参与智谱相关融资，成为其产业投资人。投资之后，除提供战略规划、人才梯队建设等帮助外，联想控股还充分发挥自身产业资源及生态优势，推动智谱大模型与联想集团的PC、服务器、边缘计算等全线产品深度适配，形成"硬件+大模型"的联合解决方案，并迅速在制造、教育、城市治理等场景应用落地。双方的合作也加速了智谱的商业化进程。据招股书显示，2022年-2024年，智谱收入分别为5740万元、1.245亿元、3.124亿元，年复合增长率高达130%，成为少数已实现规模化收入与持续高增长的独立大模型厂商。02 前瞻布局 所投AI企业集中IPO除智谱外，过去一年，联想控股体系所投企业中，还有多家AI相关企业成功登陆资本市场，包括摩尔线程、沐曦、小马智行、希迪智驾、精锋医疗、云迹科技等。能够获得资本市场的认可，离不开上述企业自身的持续探索与突破。作为各自所在领域的佼佼者，这些企业还加速AI技术与各行各业相融合，共同助力"人工智能+"应用落地。例如在AI芯片领域，被视为国产高端GPU"双子星"的摩尔线程和沐曦，在智能算力核心硬件领域实现了技术攻坚与突破，为数字经济的自主发展夯实了算力根基。其中，摩尔线程基于自研的MUSA统一系统架构，实现了单芯片在AI计算加速、图形渲染及物理仿真等多重任务的融合支持，树立了国产高端GPU的关键技术标杆；沐曦的产品则在单卡算力、显存带宽、芯片间高速互连及软件生态上实现系统性突破，整体性能达到国际同类型高端处理器水准。在自动驾驶领域，小马智行不仅是首个在北上广深四大一线城市均取得无人驾驶出行服务许可的公司，更是唯一在上述一线城市全面开展全无人Robotaxi商业化运营的公司；希迪智驾通过"车、路、云"一体化技术，在智慧公交、干线物流及矿山港口等特定场景率先实现商业化落地，为自动驾驶技术的多元化应用提供了成功样本。在机器人领域，精锋医疗是中国首家、全球第二家同时取得多孔腔镜手术机器人、单孔腔镜手术机器人及自然腔道手术机器人注册审批的公司。弗若斯特沙利文资料显示，2024年精锋医疗在中国售出20台多孔腔镜手术机器人，在国内制造商中销量排名第一。截至2025年6月30日，精锋医疗已完成超过14000例机器人辅助临床手术，产品性能与可靠性得到市场验证；云迹科技针对酒店行业人力成本高、服务标准化需求强的痛点，通过智能服务平台联动机器人与酒店设施，有效助推了酒店业的数字化转型。截至2025年5月末，云迹科技服务机器人已累计在全球部署超过3.4万家酒店，市场占有率高达13.9%，超过了第二名至第五名的总和。03 耐心资本 生态赋能 共同助力"人工智能+"人工智能是第四次科技革命的技术基石，但要想加快实现商业化落地，既离不开顶层设计的引导，也亟需"耐心资本"的赋能——通过持续的资金支持、资源整合与生态构建，推动技术穿越周期、实现商业闭环。联想控股在AI领域的实践，恰好体现了这种"耐心资本"的特质。从公司在AI领域的投资布局来看，其展现出显著的前瞻性、广泛的行业覆盖与内部协同效应，与国家所倡导的长期、专注、价值创造型的投资理念高度契合。首先是前瞻洞察，早期卡位核心赛道。基于对技术浪潮的判断和产业变革的洞察，联想控股在AI关键赛道实现了超前布局。早在2001年，联想控股便基于自身在IT领域的经验优势，通过旗下联想投资（即君联资本的前身）投资了刚刚成立的科大讯飞，开启了在人工智能领域的布局。而在投资智谱的过程中，君联资本同样率先洞察到大模型技术的通用潜力，为联想控股体系的联合投资奠定了基础。这种早期"卡位"，使联想控股体系得以深度陪伴硬科技企业成长，共同见证技术变革所带来的价值增长。二是广泛覆盖，构建坚实生态矩阵。人工智能作为第四次工业革命的通用技术，其生态构建需贯穿全产业链。对此，联想控股体系围绕"广度"与"深度"，不断提升自身认知积累并进行战略布局：在横向上，投资范围广泛覆盖AI各应用领域；在纵向上，更完成了从基础层（算力/芯片）、模型层（大模型）、平台层（工具/框架）到应用层（行业解决方案）的核心技术全栈布局。目前，联想控股体系已累计投资AI企业超270家，是该领域体系最完整、企业数目最多、持续时间最长的投资机构之一。三是产业赋能，激活生态协同价值。联想控股自身所具有的产业生态资源，可为所投企业提供超越资金的生态赋能，并加速技术创新与产业创新相融合、更好形成协同效应。这一区别于纯财务投资的赋能服务，能够有效缩短技术的市场验证周期，加速产品规模化落地。例如，所投企业摩尔线程的GPU产品正在适配联想集团的"游戏本"与工作站，打造先进算力的"中国方案"；面对大模型浪潮，所投企业沐曦股份与联想集团联合推出"DeepSeek国产AI一体机"；针对具身智能量产难题，联想南方智能制造基地赋能所投企业戴盟机器人与逐际动力，实现首批人形机器人产品量产下线……除在成员企业与所投企业间推动技术、产品与生态的互动协同外，联想控股还积极对外赋能，践行AI普惠、AI向实、AI向善。展望未来，随着人工智能技术持续深化与渗透，联想控股将进一步发挥AI生态布局优势，在自身持续加大AI领域研发投入的同时，还将更好发挥"链主"优势，探索构建企业主导的"产学研用"协同创新体系，共同助力深入实施"人工智能+"行动落地。来源：联想控股微空间 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, January 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Enterprises across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) are accelerating their expansion into ASEAN amid escalating global uncertainties and intensifying tariff pressures. A new joint study, “Hong Kong Empowers GBA Enterprises for ASEAN Growth Amid Global Trade Challenges”, released today by UOB Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), reveals GBA companies are now scaling their ASEAN strategies with greater urgency to boost growth and strengthen supply chain resilience.ASEAN growth set to accelerate furtherReflecting this renewed urgency, the study finds that 73 percent of GBA respondents intend to accelerate their business development in ASEAN, reinforcing the region’s importance as a long-standing and increasingly urgent growth engine amid global trade frictions.ASEAN economies continue to gain prominence, with Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia emerging as the top destinations for GBA enterprises over the next three years. To support expansion plans, companies expect to allocate an average of 30 percent additional resources to their ASEAN expansion plans. Vietnam is the top priority (47 percent increase in resources), followed by Indonesia (37 percent) and Thailand/Malaysia (32 percent each).From a strategic perspective, the primary focus is on driving sales growth – especially in Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia – while expanding production and sourcing bases, with Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia the top choices.Even in Singapore, where GBA enterprises already have the largest footprint, respondents intend to commit an average of 23 percent in extra resources to accelerate their business development in the country, especially in areas, such as financing and establishing regional offices.The study also reports a 25 percentage point year-on-year increase in the number of GBA businesses seeking to expand or maintain sales operations within the ASEAN bloc, with 98 percent of surveyed enterprises continuing to target these dynamic sales markets. This acceleration underscores the region’s heightened urgency to navigate intensifying geopolitical and tariff pressures.Notably, 91 percent of respondents intend to expand or maintain their ASEAN-based production and sourcing hubs — a seven percentage point increase compared to 2024, highlighting stronger intent to diversify supply chains and mitigate external risks.Heightened challenges in ASEAN expansionWhile the momentum is clear, the study also highlights significant hurdles GBA enterprises face, as they expand into ASEAN. The most cited challenge is finding suitable local partners (47 percent), a figure that has risen by 24 percentage points since 2024 and has climbed steadily over the past three years. Cultural and language barriers (46 percent) and difficulties in sourcing specialist talent (40 percent) are also on the rise, up 23 and 15 percentage points, respectively. These challenges underscore the need for trusted advisors and deeper cross-border support.Growing commitment to ESGThe study reveals continued progress among GBA companies in pursuing sustainability goals. Of the participating enterprises, 83 percent currently have green initiatives underway, slightly up from 81 percent in 2024 and marking a three-year high.Furthermore, 96 percent of respondents plan to increase or maintain their ESG funding over the next two years, with 66 percent intending to boost their ESG investment – a 26 percentage point jump from 40 percent in 2024, recording a three-year high. For the next two years, the average intended level of ESG funding on the part of GBA enterprises is now HK$874,771, nearly double the HK$462,535 recorded in 2024.Adaline Zheng, CEO of UOB Hong Kong, said, “For GBA enterprises, ASEAN is not just the next stop – it is the growth frontier. Hong Kong amplifies that momentum, and UOB has the expertise to connect it. With our extensive ASEAN network, deep local insights and sustainability leadership, we help businesses in Hong Kong scale faster, strengthen their resilience and capture opportunities with commitment. We help businesses win the next chapter of regional growth.”Hong Kong as the gateway for ASEAN expansion and ESG leadershipThe survey reaffirms Hong Kong’s role as a critical platform for GBA enterprises seeking to accelerate ASEAN expansion and strengthen ESG programmes. Hong Kong’s role as a superconnector is widely recognised and highly appreciated, earning a score of 7.9 out of 10 for connectivity with both GBA cities and the ASEAN bloc.Wing Chu, Deputy Director of HKTDC Research, said, “With the shifting global supply chain landscape and tariff uncertainties, many GBA enterprises are accelerating their ASEAN engagement not merely as a means of risk diversification, but to capture new growth opportunities in fast-evolving markets. Hong Kong’s unique positioning as a superconnector allows businesses to leverage the city’s comprehensive trade, financial and professional services platform to navigate this transformation efficiently, while strengthening their ESG commitments. The HKTDC will continue to proactively support GBA enterprises in leveraging Hong Kong's professional services to capitalise on opportunities in the ASEAN markets.”Among the 73 percent of GBA enterprises intending to accelerate their ASEAN development, two-thirds have leveraged Hong Kong’s platform to advance their expansion.On the ESG front, Hong Kong offers diversified, forward-looking, sustainable development solutions necessary for green and sustainable business development, with its green services rated at 8.8 out of 10 by surveyed enterprises.In addition, more than 90 percent respondents are considering or already increasing their uptake of Hong Kong’s sustainable development services over the next two years. The most in-demand services include: (1) green financial products and services; (2) green financing services; (3) ESG reporting, due diligence, ESG rating; and (4) green asset valuation.The report, based on insights from more than 600 businesses across Hong Kong and five key mainland GBA cities (Dongguan, Foshan, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhongshan), examines how businesses are adjusting strategies amid global challenges, and how Hong Kong continues to play a pivotal role as a superconnector, empowering GBA enterprises to diversify supply chains within ASEAN and advance their ESG commitments. [Note 1]Download the report: https://research.hktdc.com/tc/article/MjIxMDQzMTcwMQ (Chinese only, English version available by end of January)Note 1:As a means of calibrating the change over the past 12 months and beyond, the results were compared with the conclusions of three earlier studies: GBA Supply Chain Diversity: Enhancing Connectivity Among ASEAN, Hong Kong, and the Mainland (2024), Navigating Connectivity – Exploring ASEAN Opportunities for the Greater Bay Area (2023) and Sustainability in the GBA: Unlocking Opportunities and Empowering Growth (2023).Related materials• HKTDC Research: https://research.hktdc.com/en• The report in Chinese – Hong Kong Empowers GBA Enterprises for ASEAN Growth Amid Global Trade Challenges: https://research.hktdc.com/tc/article/MjIxMDQzMTcwMQ (English version available by end of January)Photos Download: https://bit.ly/3LahfQ0Adaline Zheng, CEO of UOB Hong Kong, (left) and Wing Chu, Deputy Director of HKTDC Research, (right) release the Hong Kong Empowers GBA Enterprises for ASEAN Growth Amid Global Trade Challenges research report.Wing Chu, Deputy Director of HKTDC ResearchAdaline Zheng, CEO of UOB Hong KongMedia enquiriesHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Katy Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw Tel: (852) 2584 4472 Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgUOB Hong Kong:Susanna Liu Tel: (852) 2123 7537 Email: susanna.liuwy@uobgroup.comSarah Tsang Tel: (852) 2123 7536 Email: sarah.tsangsw@uobgroup.comAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. About UOBUOB is a leading bank in Asia. Operating through its head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, UOB has a global network of more than 470 branches and offices in 19 markets in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Since its incorporation in 1935, UOB has grown organically and through a series of strategic acquisitions. Today, UOB is rated among the world’s top banks: Aa1 by Moody’s Investors Service and AA- by both S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.For nine decades, UOB has adopted a customer-centric approach to create long-term value by staying relevant through its enterprising spirit and doing right by its customers. UOB is focused on building the future of ASEAN – for the people and businesses within, and connecting with, ASEAN.The Bank connects businesses to opportunities in the region with its unparalleled regional footprint and leverages data and insights to innovate and create personalised banking experiences and solutions catering to each customer’s unique needs and evolving preferences. UOB is also committed to helping businesses forge a sustainable future, by fostering social inclusiveness, creating positive environmental impact and pursuing economic progress. UOB believes in being a responsible financial services provider and is steadfast in its support of art, social development of children and education, doing right by its communities and stakeholders. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SAN DIEGO, Jan 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Navy continue to expand the Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability of the MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). Flight test was performed on December 17 and featured Sonobuoy Dispensing System (SDS) pods, more than previously tested, doubling the number of sonobuoys available."Expanding sonobuoy capacity, including Multi-static Active Coherent (MAC) technology for SeaGuardian, has been an integral part of our advanced ASW strategy to broaden and enhance search areas," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. "The wider maritime coverage our MQ-9B's ASW capability provides is extremely valuable to our customers."Sonobuoys are naval sensors that drop from an aircraft into the ocean and help detect submarines. The SeaGuardian deployed AN/SSQ-36 Bathythermal, AN/SSQ-53G Directional Frequency Analysis and Recording (DIFAR) (passive), and AN/SSQ-62F Directional Command Activated Sonobuoy System (DICASS) (active) buoys. This was the first time Multi-static Active Coherent (MAC) buoys have been dispensed from an uncrewed aircraft. The MAC buoys are better at detecting submarines over large areas and require fewer buoys compared to using DIFAR and DICASS.Sponsored by the U.S. Navy, the flight tests were specifically aimed at certifying the SDS. This flight testing supports the Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet's Operational Evaluation deployment to SEVENTH Fleet and enjoyed additional support and governmental supervision from the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) AIRWorks.Upon completion of the testing and data review, the U.S. Navy is expected to give GA-ASI deployment flight clearance for ASW operations using MQ-9B SeaGuardian in January 2026.SeaGuardian has also been used by the U.S. Navy in various recent exercises, including Northern Edge, Integrated Battle Problem, RIMPAC, and Group Sail.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world's foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike.For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.CONTACT:GA-ASI Media RelationsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.ASI-MediaRelations@ga-asi.com(858) 524-8101SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com