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香港, 2024年9月13日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 由香港生物科技协会、中国生物工程学会等机构联合主办的第三届香港国际生物科技论坛暨展览BIOHK2024于2024年9月11日-14日在中国香港隆重召开。作为亚洲首屈一指的国际生物科技盛会，本届论坛暨展览汇聚了全球生物科技领域、制药行业及金融界最具权威性的行业领袖与专业人士，致力于推动中国生物科技产业的高质量发展与创新。君圣泰医药创始人兼董事会主席刘利平博士受邀出席本届大会，并发表了“Gift from Nature, Multifunctional Drug Development for Diabetes and Beyond”的主题演讲，向参会专家及同行分享交流君圣泰医药基于天然产物特点、多年来在慢病领域深耕创新药物开发的见解与经验。图片来源：BIOHK 大会官方拍摄大自然的馈赠｜多病共治的新视角在全球范围内，患者同时患有多种代谢性疾病的情况日益增加，“多病/共病”的概念逐渐引起医学界的广泛关注。过去的治疗方法往往局限于疾病的单一指标改善，而缺乏解决患者多重健康问题的潜力，无法满足为患者带来综合获益的临床需求。天然产物凭借其多功能、多靶点的独特优势，在药物开发历史中扮演着关键角色，特别是在多种代谢性疾病的治疗领域展现出巨大潜力，如今更是代谢性慢病疗法开发的重要研究方向。例如，二甲双胍的发现源于对草药山羊豆的研究，如今已经成为能够带来多重临床获益的“神药”；而近些年备受关注的GLP-1受体激动剂类药物的发现则得益于对毒蜥唾液成份的探索。可以说，天然产物是来自大自然的馈赠，具有为患者提供更全面的健康获益的潜力，在现代医学和药物开发中具有重要价值。扎根传统的源头创新｜HTD1801的巨大潜力君圣泰医药以天然产物为基础，开创性地研发出同类首创产品——多功能、多靶点的新分子实体熊去氧胆小檗碱（HTD1801）。HTD1801作为独特的中国源头创新药物，其设计及临床开发有机结合了天然产物与现代药物的开发策略，目前正在全球开展临床研究，已完成的临床数据显示，HTD1801不仅能为T2DM患者带来效果显著的糖代谢改善，更能为该患者群体带来一系列共病、多病的治疗获益，包括肝脏保护、减重、降脂及改善多个心血管代谢指标。其通过多效能的协同治疗，呈现出广阔而巨大的临床应用潜力。从降糖到多器官保护｜全身健康管理的新路径T2DM等代谢慢病患者群体庞大、治疗诉求日趋多元，其治疗策略已从单一地关注血糖控制转为重视对心血管、肾脏、肝脏等多器官保护，关注患者综合获益。因此，药物开发应以此临床需求为目标。研究表明，T2DM与代谢相关脂肪性肝病（MAFLD）互为危险因素，互相加速疾病进展，使得一方面存在庞大的T2DM+MAFLD共病患者人群，另一方面该患者人群有急需满足的综合性治疗需求。HTD1801作为一种靶向肠-肝的抗炎及代谢调节剂，展示出为患者带来全方位健康改善与整体获益的能力，为糖尿病等代谢性疾病患者提供了新的优选治疗方案。关于君圣泰医药君圣泰医药（HighTide Therapeutics, Inc.）是一家全球一体化的新型生物技术公司，专注于慢性肝病和代谢性疾病等领域的重大未满足临床需求。公司立足源头创新，以患者的综合临床获益和整体健康改善为目标，开发First-in-Class、多功能、多适应症的原创新药。基于自主知识产权，公司已构建丰富产品管线，在全球推进多项中、后期临床试验，开发代谢相关脂肪性肝炎（MASH）、2型糖尿病（T2DM）、严重高甘油三酯血症（SHTG）和原发性硬化性胆管炎（PSC）等适应症。作为同类首创的多靶点新分子实体，熊去氧胆小檗碱（HTD1801）被美国FDA授予2项“快速通道资格认定”、1项“孤儿药资格认定”，并获得国家“十三五•重大新药创制”科技重大专项支持。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

BANGKOK, Sept 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sukhothai (pronounced Su Ko Tai) is renowned as one of Thailand's 76 provinces, nestled in lower northern Thailand. Translating to "dawn of happiness," Sukhothai serves as the muse for our newly unveiled spa, The Sukhothai Spa, where ancient Sukhothai-style culture is artfully infused into our design and ambiance. Here, we invite guests and members on a journey to a tranquil, spiritual, and soothing haven-a serene escape for relaxation and rejuvenation, with nature's embrace as our guiding force.The Sukhothai Spa at The Sukhothai BangkokFacade entrance at The Sukhothai SpaAlexander Schillinger, General Manager of The Sukhothai Bangkok, shares the inspiration behind The Sukhothai Spa's creation. The discovery of over 7,000 square meters of lush gardens adjacent to the hotel sparked the vision to provide guests with a spa experience immersed in the harmonious embrace of nature at the heart of bustling Bangkok. Collaborating with leading design and architecture firms, we transformed this vision into reality. By strategically positioning the main building to capture captivating views of lush greenery and incorporating traditional Thai houses as iconic landmarks, we've elevated the overall guest experience.Landscape Architecture Design Concept:The Sukhothai Bangkok's design team seamlessly blends Thai architecture and landscape design, creating an architectural gem that mirrors the ambiance of a hidden village within a lush garden. Drawing inspiration from Wat Sri Chum, a revered temple, our design integrates elements that capture the temple's grandeur, offering guests a delightful surprise with every exploration of the hotel grounds.Concept of the Treatment Rooms:Hammam: The Hammam welcomes guests with warm-toned materials, including a traditional wooden Thai door adorned with elegant bronze handles. Luxurious green natural stone finishes on hammam beds evoke serenity and harmony with nature. The two-step recessed ceiling pays homage to Wat Sri Chum, creating a captivating focal point. Terracotta mosaic tiles in the wet zone symbolize the texture of a lotus leaf, enhancing the room's symbolism and elegance.Hammam Room: Inspired by Middle Eastern and North African bathing rituals, our Hammam Room offers a bespoke and private experience promoting physical cleansing, relaxation, and well-being.Treatment Room: Located on the second floor, the treatment rooms embrace a simple and direct representation of Thai architecture. Bright and relaxed, with a 'Pra-Kon' wall pattern representing the Thai house, the space exudes contemporary beauty. High ceilings and curved shapes add delicacy and softness, complemented by a jacuzzi tub using terrazzo and light mosaic.Our extensive array of services includes massage therapy, beauty treatments, hammams, yoga, Pilates, meditation classes, personalized nutrition advice, and fitness training. The in-house facilities, such as a salt-water lap pool, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, a state-of-the-art technology facial room, and dedicated spaces for yoga, Pilates, and meditation, further enhance the guest experience.The Sukhothai Spa is an urban oasis, a sanctuary dedicated to wellness. Our spa meticulously combines traditional, result-driven, and modern practices from diverse cultures to provide a comprehensive range of treatments. Designed as a retreat from city life, our spa features hand-picked, highly trained professionals committed to delivering personalized attention, setting The Sukhothai Spa apart in the realm of wellness.Treatments:The Royal Remedies: Thai traditional practice and philosophyResult-driven Face & Body Treatments: Utilizing highly concentrated active ingredientsFace, Rituals and Bath: Organic, nature, and holistic approachTurkish Ceremony & MassagePEDI: MANI: CURE STUDIO by Bastien Gonzalez - FranceIV Cocktail, Wellness, Anti-aging, Stem cell Clinic by Miskawaan (open in late Q3)Signature treatments:1. The Sukhothai Signature Massage (60/90/120 minutes)Experience a harmonious blend of soothing and invigorating massage techniques with The Sukhothai Signature Massage. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of Oriental energy meridians, this massage uses a skillful combination of calming kneading and rejuvenating stretching. It's designed to alleviate stress, enhance flexibility, and promote a profound state of relaxation throughout the central nervous system.2. Gua Sha Lifting Facial (90 minutes)This facial rejuvenates the skin through the ancient art of Gua Sha, enhanced with protein-rich caviar for a visibly firmer, contoured, and glowing complexion. Expert massage techniques using specialized jade tools stimulate lymphatic drainage, release toxins, improve circulation, and enhance natural hydration. Botanical essences nourish, replenish, and fortify the skin. This comprehensive treatment releases tension, reduces puffiness, and enhances clarity, leaving the face, neck, and décolleté visibly smoother, tighter, and more radiant.3. Ginger Renewal Ritual (150 minutes)Ginger's healing and warming properties invigorate and nourish the skin. Begin with a detoxifying dry brush, followed by a relaxing full-body massage with warm stones and a body wrap.4. Bastien's DUO (75 minutes)This synchronized four-hands treatment focuses on your feet, legs, hands, and arms, offering the ultimate in manicure and pedicure luxury with complete relaxation.Products:Biologique Recherche - FrancePEDI: MANI: CURE STUDIO by Bastien Gonzalez - FranceMoringa Projects - ThailandKerstin Florian - USACharme d'Orient - FranceMiskawaan Clinic - ThailandFor discerning health and wellness enthusiasts seeking an escape from bustling city life, The Sukhothai Spa is the ultimate solution.Media Contact:Chutima Limpasurat - Director of Marketing CommunicationsThe Sukhothai BangkokTel: +662 344 8888 ext. 8671Email: chutima.l@sukhothai.comWebsite: https://www.sukhothai.com/bangkok/enAbout The Sukhothai Bangkok - The Sukhothai Bangkok, a 210-room gem and a proud member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, continues to garner accolades. Offering Thailand's epitome of luxury, our ancillary facilities include a spa, a gym, and a 25-meter outdoor swimming pool. With modern meeting spaces and exceptional culinary encounters, we proudly stand as one of the Kingdom's premier hospitality brands. Explore more at https://www.sukhothai.com/bangkok/enContact InformationChutima LimpasuratDirector of Marketing Communicationschutima.l@sukhothai.com+66 2 344 8888Related FilesTSB Spa Menu-SEP2024-TreatmentThe Sukhothai Spa Fact Sheet ENGSOURCE: The Sukhothai Bangkok Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Sept 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Submarine Networks World, the world’s largest annual gathering for subsea communications leaders, will once again convene in Singapore on September 25 and 26. Now in its 27th edition, Submarine Networks World is established as the flagship annual event for the industry.Over 900 attendees from cable owners, cable operators, consortium members, solution vendors, technology innovators, consultants and service providers will meet at Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre to reconnect, discover the latest trends and opportunities in the subsea communications landscape and chart the path forward for current and future cables that keep the world connected.“Subsea communications infrastructure is absolutely critical to the way we live and work, so this event really is vital to the future of global connectivity. Once again, we’ve assembled a ‘who’s who’ of leaders to share their insights and the exhibition floor is packed with solutions that can help drive progress. We can’t wait to welcome this community back to Singapore later this month for our biggest ever edition of Submarine Networks World.” says Paul Clark, Managing Director - Asia for Terrapinn.More than 60 sponsors, exhibitors and partners will be showcasing their latest products, solutions and services including Title Sponsor Infinera, Platinum Sponsor Ciena and Gold Sponsors ASN, Digital Realty, Fugro, HMN Tech, Mobily and Telecom Egypt.130 subsea leaders from every inhabited continent will be speaking onstage across five different theatres (Strategy, Cable, Data Centres & CLS,Operations & Maintenance, and Network) alongside blockbuster keynote sessions each morning. Speakers include:Herbert Xiong, Head of Submarine Cables Infrastructure, China Mobile InternationalBevan Slattery, Founder, SUBCOSonia Jorge, Founder & Executive Director, Global Digital Inclusion Partnership (GDIP)Julio Bran, CEO, Trans Americas FiberNigel Bayliff, Senior Director, Global Submarine Network, GoogleAlpheus Mangale, Group CEO, SEACOMUbaid Younus, Network Investment Manager, APAC, MetaJim Fagan, CEO, EXA InfrastructureAileen Chia, Director-General, Telecoms & Post and Deputy Chief Executive, Connectivity Development & Regulation, IMDAMamy Traore, CEO, GUILABFor event information and full conference agenda, visit www.terrapinn.com/SNW2024PRESS.About Submarine Networks World 2024Submarine Networks World 2024 will take place on 25 - 26 September 2024 at Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre in Singapore. Firmly established as the world’s largest annual gathering of the global subsea communications community, Submarine Networks World is the dedicated platform to exchange knowledge, explore the latest projects, develop strategies and form lucrative new partnerships to drive the industry forward.About TerrapinnTerrapinn has been sparking ideas, innovations and relationships that transform business for over 30 years. Using our global footprint, we bring innovators, disrupters and change agents together, discussing and demonstrating the technology, strategies and personalities that are changing the way the world does business. Whether you’re looking to make new connections, introduce a product or inspire change in your industry, we invite you to join us as agitators of change. Terrapinn – spark something.Media contact:Hairol SalimHairol.salim@terrapinn.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- The ninth edition of the Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC successfully concluded today after a two-day run- 90+ key government and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions explored opportunities as the Belt and Road Initiative (B&RI) enters the next golden decade- 280+ matched investment projects and 800+ one-to-one project matching meetings were arranged, positioning Hong Kong as a key dealmaker in the regionHONG KONG, Sept 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 9th Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), successfully concluded today, attracting over 90 key government and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions.Over 6,000 business participants from over 70 countries and regions explored opportunities, as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) enters the next golden decade. A total of record-high 25 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, demonstrating Hong Kong's role as super value-adder, successfully connecting people, information and capital.Facilitating global business opportunitiesThe 25 MoUs signed, including 4 G2G and 21 B2B, involving government bodies and companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China, ASEAN - Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam - and the Middle East - Bahrain, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates - Kazakhstan and more.Following the HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee's mission to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam with a business delegation and the mainland-Hong Kong visit to Hungary and Kazakhstan, these MoUs strengthened ties between Hong Kong and Belt and Road countries and regions.Among the 4 G2G MoUs, one was signed between the HKTDC and the Ministry of Commerce of Cambodia, an extension of the fruitful visit by the Hong Kong delegation to Cambodia in July. The MoU aims to establish a framework to promote bilateral trade and economic cooperation, particularly within the BRI. The areas of cooperation include facilitating trade missions and business matching between Cambodian and Hong Kong companies as well as promoting Hong Kong's advantages to Cambodian businesses.Among B2B MoUs, Farmacy International Pty Ltd from Hong Kong and FutureBright Society Enterprise Pty Ltd from Australia announced a strategic joint venture, Farmacy ANZ, that aims to drive sustainability in agricultural innovation and develop scalable green food networks across Australia and New Zealand.Raymond Mak, Co-Founder of Farmacy, stated: “Our technology is set to be a game-changer, contributing to a sustainable future for communities in Australia and New Zealand. The joint venture will also launch projects that are aligned with Belt and Road green initiatives, focusing on sustainable agriculture and conservation.”Michael Chan, Director of FutureBright, said: “The Belt and Road Summit provides a crucial platform for forging international partnerships that promote sustainable growth and innovation. Through this joint venture, Farmacy and FutureBright can attract investment and support for green technologies, advancing our shared vision of sustainable urban development and contributing to the broader goals of the Belt and Road Initiative.”State-Owned Enterprise of Indonesia - Perumda Varia Niaga Samarinda, LINKTA Technologies Holdings Limited from Indonesia and Rainmaker Ventures Holdings Limited from Hong Kong signed an MoU on strategic cooperation for technology investment to develop smart chicken farms and agriculture in Nusantara, Indonesia’s new capital region.Zoe Zhao, Founder and CEO of Rainmaker Ventures, said: “We as a venture capital firm from Hong Kong with exposure in Mainland China and Southeast Asia are keen to showcase our sustainable technologies portfolios and connect with other potential business partners, project owners and government connections as a process of venture-building. We expect to strengthen ties with our existing connections around the world with this global event in Hong Kong and explore new opportunities for emerging businesses and investments in Southeast Asia, demonstrating the impact brought by Brand Hong Kong sustainable technologies.”Over 280 investment projects matchedThe Summit’s offering of investment and business matching services received an overwhelming response with over 280 investment projects matched and more than 800 project matching meetings taking place, positioning Hong Kong as a key deal-maker in the region. These sessions focused on four main areas: (1) energy, natural resources and public utilities; (2) innovation and technology; (3) urban development; and (4) transport and logistics infrastructure. Following the physical Summit, business matching meetings will be conducted online on 16 and 17 September.The Summit once again featured an exhibition area showcasing more than 110 exhibitors, including a dedicated zone jointly organised by the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China and the HKTDC. This dedicated zone for mainland trade and services was set up with more than 50 trade and service enterprises from Beijing, Tianjin, Shanxi, Shanghai, Shandong, Hubei, Guangdong and Shaanxi, which highlighted innovative achievements in areas, such as greentech, culture and creativity, cross-border e-commerce, cloud services and big data.Heavyweight speakers delivered keynote addressYesterday’s Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development Bank.Dilma Rousseff said: “For developing countries, industrialisation is crucial and, to achieve it, they must undergo a process of catching up. In this context, innovation is the key to drive high productivity, which in turn creates better jobs and lays the foundation for inclusive and sustainable growth. Without international cooperation, closing this gap is extremely difficult. The Belt and Road Initiative stands out as a most relevant long-term financing and investment platform for green development, for sharing technologies, building capacities, digitalisation and connectivity.”Opportunities in the Middle East and emerging marketsA highlight of this year’s Summit was the Business Plenary today, themed Tapping the Markets of New Opportunities. The session was moderated by Ronnie C. Chan, Honorary Chair of Hang Lung Properties Limited. H.E. Mohamed Abduljabbar Alkoheji, Second Vice Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry; Bonnie Y Chan, CEO of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Peter Fekete, Group CEO of 4iG; Eric Ip, Group Managing Director of Hutchison Port Holdings Limited; and Dato Paduka Iqbal Khan, CEO of Fajr Capital, discussed emerging opportunities in the Middle East and other markets along the Belt and Road.Summit aligns with eight major stepsFollowing President Xi Jinping’s eight major steps announced last year in support of high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, the Summit launched two thematic breakout sessions, titled Multi-dimensional Connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative and People-to-People Exchanges through Business and Cultural Collaboration.The first session featured discussions among scholars and experts from the shipping, port, airport, logistics and trade sectors, focusing on the progress and potential for connectivity within transport networks. The second session explored how economic collaboration and cultural exchanges can enhance mutual understanding and foster friendly relations among countries and regions along the Belt and Road.As part of Belt and Road Week, the Belt and Road Global Forum Annual Roundtable will take place tomorrow, during which Forum members exchange views on the latest BRI developments and seize collaboration opportunities.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4e1gbqBThe 9th Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC successfully concluded today after a two-day run. The event attracted over 90 key government and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions; and over 6,000 business participants from over 70 countries and regions explored opportunitiesAmong 25 MoUs signed during the Summit, one of them was signed between the HKTDC and the Ministry of Commerce of Cambodia, an extension of the fruitful ASEAN visit by the Hong Kong delegation in July. In addition, the HKTDC has signed a joint action plan on professional services with the Shanghai Municipal Commission of CommerceToday’s Business Plenary, themed Tapping the Markets of New Opportunities, discussed emerging opportunities in the Middle East and other markets along the Belt and RoadDilma Rousseff, President of New Development Bank, delivered a keynote speech during yesterday’s Keynote LuncheonThe Summit once again featured an exhibition area showcasing more than 110 exhibitors, including a dedicated zone jointly organised by the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China and the HKTDC. This dedicated zone for mainland trade and services was set up with more than 50 trade and service enterprisesOver 280 investment projects were matched, and more than 800 one-to-one project matching meetings took placeThe debut Green Chapter highlighted Hong Kong’s advantages in green developmentMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Anson WongTel: (852) 3428 3413Email: awong@yuantung.com.hkLouise SongTel: (852) 3428 5691Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes WatTel: (852) 2584 4554Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.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 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. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Final approval from State of Utah, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water Rights,First State of Utah approval related to large scale lithium production at Green River,The approval process confirms the water resources and surrounding areas will not be negatively affected by brine extraction.NEWPORT BEACH, CA, Sept 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Anson Resources Limited (ASX:ASN) ("Anson Resources" or "the Company") is pleased to announce that today the State of Utah, Department of Natural Resources, Division of Water Rights (the Division) confirmed approval giving A1 Lithium the right to extract brine at its Green River, Utah lithium project. This is a key step required for A1 Lithium to produce environmentally-friendly clean lithium to supply the United States and is vital to expanding the Country's domestic supply for the transition to electric vehicles and the decarbonization of the US economy. Importantly, the project will have a substantial positive impact on the local economy providing well-paying full-time jobs and contributing millions in taxes.Given the state's vast resource and mining-friendly environment, Utah has potential to become the largest clean lithium producer in the USA. A1 Lithium estimates initial phase 1 annual production of approximately 10,000 tons of lithium carbonate, enough to power 250,000 electric vehicles a year. "Utah likely holds one of the largest economic lithium resources in the USA and can become the Texas of the electric vehicle era. A1 Lithium's project could make Utah the largest producer of clean lithium in the country." Said Greg Knox Senior Geologist for A1 Lithium. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association said "Utah potentially has the largest economic lithium resource in the US located in the Paradox Basin and is currently one of only two states producing lithium. Utah holds the potential to be the largest producer of lithium in the country and we need projects like A1 Lithium's to achieve that goal."The construction of the project will directly employ up to 500 local jobs and ongoing operations have the opportunity to reintegrate the Green River community. "A1 Lithium's project will directly provide 60 high-paying full-time jobs for people in the Southern Utah community and can potentially create an additional 58 jobs in order to support the local community's economic growth. This project can restore the prosperity of Green River that was lost when the mining industry and military left in the 1960's and 1970's. It will be transformational for our community" said Mayor of Green River Utah, Ren Hatt.The process A1 Lithium employs to extract lithium is an advanced technology called Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) which is an environmentally responsible and sustainable approach. In fact, its unique aspects will help qualify the project as one of the cleanest and greenest sources of lithium in the world. The process uses dramatically less water than other lithium mining methods, produces significantly less carbon dioxide than hard rock mining and brine evaporation ponds, efficiently utilizes existing structures and land to reduce its footprint, and employs a closed loop process to ensure the efficient use of resources. Michael Swenson, a local consultant who was raised in Emery County noted "Clean domestically sourced lithium for EVs presents the single greatest opportunity to reduce the emissions from vehicles along the Wasatch Front. We should embrace this opportunity to use Utah lithium to improve Utah air, improve rural economies, and provide greater opportunities to live in rural communities like Green River."A1 Lithium's Green River lithium project is key to the US becoming independent of China's dominance in the battery supply chain. "If the U.S. is going to compete in the global minerals race, we must support the responsible use of our vast domestic resources such as those found in the Paradox Basin. With a proposed extraction process that is specifically designed to minimize impacts to the environment and recycles 95 percent of water used, A1 Lithium demonstrates why mined-in-America projects ensures that the U.S. supply chain start with minerals that are produced at the highest standards in accordance with the world's top environmental, labor and safety criteria." Rich Nolan, President and CEO, National Mining AssociationA1 Lithium's President, Bruce Richardson commented, "This approval to extract brine is significant as it is the first granted to a company by the State of Utah for the processing of brine for lithium extraction at Green River and reflects the quality of our project, our partners and our community support. Importantly, the Utah Department of Environmental Quality recently approved a underground injection control well for A1 which demonstrates that there is no connection between the brine that A1 Lithium intends to extract and surface waters including rivers and underground sources of drinking water. The process we have chosen to extract lithium returns the waste brine to the same formation from which it is extracted and is therefore a non-consumptive process, unlike evaporation ponds. This process has less impact upon the environment, which is one of our key objectives."Will MazeHead of Investor RelationsE: investors@ansonresources.comPh: +61 7 3132 7990SOURCE: Anson Resources Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Kuala Lumpur, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) — CBL International Limited (NASDAQ: BANL) (the “Company” or “CBL”), the listing vehicle of Banle Group (“Banle” or “the Group”), a leading marine fuel logistic company in the Asia-Pacific region, today announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2024.Financial Highlights:- Revenue: Consolidated revenue for 1H 2024 increased by 44.4% to approximately $277.23 million, compared to $191.96 million in the same period in 2023. This significant growth was driven by a 39.4% year-over-year increase in sales volume, attributed to the expansion of the Company's global supply network and higher marine fuel demand due to geopolitical factors.- Gross Profit: Gross profit for the period was approximately $2.72 million, a decrease of 32.2% compared to $4.01 million for 1H 2023. This decline was primarily driven by the reduction in premium sold to customers and led to lower gross profit per ton, which was partially offset by an increase in volume sold.- Operating Expenses: Operating expenses rose by 64.0% to approximately $4.12 million, up from $2.51 million in 1H 2023. This increase was attributed to higher selling and distribution expenses related to our sales growth, strategic expansion in the Company's supply network to new geographic areas, and the development of our biofuel operations.- Net Income: The company reported a net loss of approximately $1.62 million, compared to a net income of $1.15 million in 1H 2023. The loss was driven by lower gross margin and higher operating costs.- Cash Flow: Net cash provided by operating activities was approximately $2.30 million, a significant improvement from a cash outflow of $7.24 million in 1H 2023, reflecting better management of working capital.- Cash position: As of June 30, 2024, Banle's consolidated cash balance increased by approximately $2.29 million, or 30.9%, to $9.69 million, compared to $7.40 million as of December 31, 2023. This increase was primarily driven by improved working capital management. The Company also reported a significant increase in accounts receivable and accounts payable balances, reflecting the growth in its sales activities.Operational Highlights:- Global Network Expansion: As of June 30, 2024, Banle expanded its global service network from 36 ports at our IPO in March 2023 to over 60 ports across Asia, Europe and Africa. This strategic expansion has enabled the Company to secure new bunkering business opportunities, particularly in European markets where environmental regulations are increasingly stringent. The opening of the Company's new office in Ireland in late 2023 has bolstered our market coverage and enhanced local sourcing capabilities. Notably, the Company completed inaugural bunkering services through a local physical supplier in Mauritius in May 2024, further strengthening our market presence.- Biofuel Initiatives: Banle continued its commitment to sustainability by expanding its B24 biofuel operations, obtaining ISCC EU and ISCC Plus certifications in 2023. The Company successfully commenced biofuel bunkering services through local physical suppliers in Hong Kong, China, and Malaysia, positioning itself as a pioneer in sustainable fuel solutions. The B24 biofuel blend, which includes 24% UCOME (used cooking oil methyl ester), offers a 20% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional marine fuels, aligning with global decarbonization efforts.- Response to Macroeconomic Environment: The global economy has shown signs of moderate growth in 2024, with emerging markets, particularly in Asia, driving this recovery. However, the shipping industry continues to face challenges such as fluctuating freight rates, port congestion, and disruptions in major trade routes due to the ongoing Red Sea Crisis. Banle has proactively adapted to these conditions, coordinating increased fuel supplies in Asian ports to meet heightened demand, ensuring that our customers' needs are met despite logistical challenges​​.Management Commentary:“We are pleased with the robust growth in our revenue and sales volume during the first half of 2024, despite the challenging market conditions. Our strategic initiatives, including the expansion of our service network and our focus on sustainable fuel solutions, have positioned us well to navigate these challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities,” said Teck Lim Chia, Chairman & CEO of Banle Group. “While the current market environment has pressured our margins, we remain confident in our long-term strategy and our ability to deliver value to our shareholders.”Outlook:Looking ahead, Banle remains focused on expanding its market presence, particularly in the biofuel sector, and continuing to enhance its global supply network. The Company is committed to driving operational efficiency and delivering sustainable growth in the face of ongoing macroeconomic challenges.Webcast DetailsCBL International Limited (Nasdaq: BANL) cordially invites you to participate in a webcast to discuss its financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2024.Event:2024 Interim Results WebcastDate and Time:10:00 am – 11:00 am HKT on 13 September 2024 (Friday) 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm EST on 12 September 2024 (Thursday)Access:The webinar can be accessed live through the website or by scanning the QR code provided below.Webcast Link:https://webcast.roadshowchina.cn/SHMrSGhud1hrRTZTNmRkZ0dMb09Hdz09QR Code: About the Banle GroupCBL International Limited (Nasdaq: BANL) is the listing vehicle of Banle Group, a reputable marine fuel logistic company based in the Asia Pacific region that was established in 2015. We are committed to providing customers with one-stop solution for vessel refueling, which is referred to as bunkering facilitator in the bunkering industry. We facilitate vessel refueling mainly through local physical suppliers in over 60 major ports covering Belgium, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mauritius, Panama, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam, as of August 28, 2024. The Group actively promotes the use of sustainable fuels and is awarded with the ISCC EU and ISCC Plus certifications.For more information about our company, please visit our website at: https://www.banle-intl.com.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this announcement are not historical facts but are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements generally are accompanied by words such as “believe,” “may,” “could,” “will,” “estimate,” “continue,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “expect,” “plan,” “should,” “would,” “plan,” “future,” “outlook,” “potential,” “project” and similar expressions that predict or indicate future events or trends or that are not statements of historical matters, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding estimates and forecasts of other performance metrics and projections of market opportunity. They involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this press release and on current expectations of BANL’s management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as, a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. Actual events and circumstances are difficult or impossible to predict and will differ from assumptions. Many actual events and circumstances are beyond the control of BANL. Some important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in any forward-looking statements could include changes in domestic and foreign business, markets, financial, political and legal conditions, geopolitical disruptions and other events that result in material changes in fuel prices. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's registration statement and other filings with the SEC.For more information, please contact:CBL International Limited Email: investors@banle-intl.comStrategic Financial Relations LimitedShelly Cheng Tel: (852) 2864 4857Iris Au Yeung Tel: (852) 2114 4913Email: sprg_cbl@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

吉隆坡, 2024年9月12日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 万利集团（以下简称“万利”或“集团”）之上市实体CBL International Limited（以下简称“公司”或“CBL”）（美国纳斯达克交易所代码：BANL），亚太地区知名燃油供应服务商，今天公布截至2024年6月30日2024年未经审计中期业绩。财务亮点：- 收入：2024年上半年合并收入增长44.4%，达到约2.77亿美元，对比2023年同期为1.92亿美元。这一显著增长主要得益于销售量年度同比增长39.4%，归因于公司全球供应网络的扩展以及地缘政治因素导致的船用燃料需求增加。- 毛利：本报告期内毛利约为272万美元，较2023年上半年的401万美元下降了32.2%。毛利下降主要由于向客户销售的溢价减少导致每吨毛利润下降，但部分被销售量的增加所抵消。- 运营费用：运营费用增长了64.0%，达到约412万美元，而2023年上半年为251万美元，主要是由于销售增长导致销售和分销费用增加、供应网络战略性扩展至新地区以及开发生物燃料业务。- 净利：公司报告期净亏损约162万美元，而2023年上半年净收入为115万美元。产生亏损的原因是当期毛利率下降和运营成本增加。- 现金流：经营活动产生的净现金流入约为230万美元，相较于2023年上半年724万美元的现金流有显著改善，反映营运资本管理的改善。- 现金状况：截至2024年6月30日，万利的合并现金结余增加约229万美元，增长约30.9%，达969万美元，而2023年12月31日为740万美元。增长主要得益于营运资本管理有所改善。此外，公司应收账款和应付账款结余显著增加，反映了其销售活动的增长。运营亮点：- 全球网络扩展：截至 2024 年 6 月 30 日，万利的全球服务网络已从 2023年3月首次公开募股时的 36 个港口扩展到遍布亚洲、欧洲和非洲的超过 60 个港口。这一战略性扩张使公司能够获得新的燃油加注业务机会，尤其是在环境法规日益严格的欧洲市场。2023 年底公司在爱尔兰开设了新办事处，加强了公司的市场覆盖范围，并增强了当地采购能力。值得注意的是，公司在2024年5月通过毛里求斯当地的实体供应商完成了首次燃油加注服务，进一步巩固了公司在该市场的地位。- 生物燃料计划：万利持续致力于可持续发展，扩展其 B24 生物燃料业务，并在 2023年获得 ISCC EU和ISCC Plus认证。公司成功地在香港、中国和马来西亚通过当地的实体供应商开展生物燃料加注服务，将其定位为可持续燃料解决方案的先驱。B24生物燃料混合物包含24%的UCOME（废食用油甲酯），与传统船用燃料相比，可减少20%的温室气体排放，配合全球努力脱碳的方向。- 应对宏观经济环境：全球经济在2024年有温和增长的迹象，特别是亚洲的新兴市场推动了经济复苏。然而，航运业仍面临着运费波动、港口拥堵和因红海危机持续而导致的主要贸易路线中断等挑战。万利积极应对挑战，协调增加亚洲港口的燃料供应，确保在物流挑战的情况下仍能满足客户不断增长的需求。管理层总结：“尽管市场环境充满挑战，我们很高兴在2024年上半年看到收入和销售额的强劲增长。我们的战略举措，包括扩展服务网络和专注于可持续燃料解决方案，使我们能够很好地应对这些挑战并抓住新兴机遇。”万利集团董事长兼首席执行官谢威廉说，“虽然当前的市场环境对我们的利润率造成了压力，但我们对我们的长期战略以及为股东创造价值的能力仍然充满信心。”未来展望：展望未来，万利将继续专注于扩大其市场影响力，特别是在生物燃料领域，并持续增强其全球供应网络。集团致力于提高运营效率，并在面对持续的宏观经济挑战时实现可持续增长。网络直播详情：CBL International Limited（纳斯达克：BANL）诚邀您参加线上研讨会，就公司截至2024年6月30日六个月中期财务业绩作出讨论。- 活动：2024年中期业绩线上发布会- 日期和时间： - 2024年9月13日（星期五）香港时间上午10:00 – 11:00 - 2024年9月12日（星期四）美国东部时间晚上10:00 – 11:00- 访问：线上发布会可通过以下链接或扫描以下提供的二维码观看直播。网络广播链接： https://webcast.roadshowchina.cn/SHMrSGhud1hrRTZTNmRkZ0dMb09Hdz09二维码： 关于万利集团万利集团成立于 2015 年，以CBL International Limited（纳斯达克：BANL）在纳斯达克股票市场上市。我们致力于为客户提供一站式燃油供应服务，被业内称为燃油供应服务商。截至2024 年 8 月 28 日，我们主要通过当地实体供货商为船舶提供燃油加注服务，遍布比利时、中国、香港、印度、日本、韩国、马来西亚、毛里裘斯、巴拿马、菲律宾、新加坡、台湾、泰国、土耳其和越南，共覆盖超过60个港口。集团积极推动可持续燃料，并已取得ISCC EU和ISCC Plus认证。如欲了解更多信息，请到集团网站 https://www.banle-intl.com浏览。前瞻性声明本公吿中的某些陈述并非历史事实，而是前瞻性陈述。前瞻性陈述一般使用「相信」、「可能」、「可以」、「将要」、「估计」、「继续」、「预期」、「打算」、「期望」、「计划」、「应该」、「将会」、「规划」、「未来」、「展望」、「潜力」、「预测」等类似词语来预测或表达未来事件或趋势或不属于历史事项的陈述，但不使用这些词语并不意味着陈述并非前瞻性。这些前瞻性陈述包括但不限于对其他绩效指标的估计和预测，以及对市场机会的预测。这些信息涉及已知和未知的风险和不确定性，并基于各种假设（无论本新闻稿中是否指明）以及BANL管理层的当前预期，而非对实际业绩的预测。这些前瞻性陈述仅供帮助目的，不得被任何投资者作为且不得被依赖为对事实或可能性的担保、保证、预测或确凿陈述。实际事件和情况难以或不可能预测，也会与假设不同。许多实际事件和情况不在BANL的控制范围内。一些重要因素可能导致实际结果与任何前瞻性陈述存在实质性差异，包括国内外商业、市场、金融、政治、法律环境、地缘政治及其他导致燃料价格发生重大变化的事件的影响。公司没有义务公开更新或修改任何前瞻性陈述来反映随后发生的事件或情况或预期的变化，法律可能要求者除外。尽管公司认为该等前瞻性陈述中表达的预期合理，但不能向您保证此类预期最终正确无误。公司提醒投资者实际结果可能与预期结果存在重大差异，并鼓励投资者细阅公司的注册声明和向SEC提交的其他文件所载可能影响其未来业绩的其他因素。如需更多资讯，请联系：CBL International Limited电邮：investors@banle-intl.com纵横财经公关顾问有限公司郑松雪 电话：(852) 2864 4834欧阳蔚雯 电话：(852) 2114 4913电邮： sprg_cbl@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Themed "Collaborative Innovation: Chasing Dreams in the Greater Bay Area", the "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" 2024 Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan (the "Summit") opened in Hong Kong yesterday. Vice Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Leung Chun-ying, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region John Lee Ka-chiu, Chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and Party Secretary of Guangzhou Lin Keqing, Deputy Director of the CPPCC Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Overseas Chinese Committee Wang Rong, Vice director of the Taiwan Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council Pan Xianzhang, Vice Chairman of the Kuomintang Lien Sheng-wen, Director of the Sun Yat-sen Foundation Tang Bingquan, President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber of Foreign Investors Stephen Tai Tak-fung attended and spoke at the opening ceremony.Other officiating guests included Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR Zheng Yanxiong, Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the HKSAR Cui Jianchun, Vice Governor of Guangdong Province Deng Haiguang, Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs of HKSAR Erick Tsang Kwok-wai, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs of the HKSAR Alice Mak,Secretary of the Guangdong Provincial Committee Chen Wenming, Vice chairman of Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association Chu Ping-yu, President of Macau Youth Entrepreneur Association Li Juren, Honorary Chairman of Association of Taiwan Investment Enterprises on the Mainland Kuo Shan Huei KUO, Chief President of The Association of the Hong Kong Members of Guangdong's CPPCC Committees Eric Fok Kai-shan, Founder and executive vice chairman of Hong Kong Guangdong Youth Association Adam Kwok Kai-fai, Executive Vice President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber of Foreign Investors, Vice President of The Association of the Hong Kong Members of Guangdong's CPPCC Committees Liu Yi Man.In his speech, Leung Chun-ying, Vice Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, discussed the recent close collaboration between Hong Kong and the Mainland, and highlighted the advantages of Hong Kong in aiding the high-quality development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (“Greater Bay Area”), emphasizing the importance of leveraging the city's role as an international hub for finance, shipping and trade, and using her strengths in talent, language, legal frameworks, institutional systems, taxation, finance, and international market promotion. He said Hong Kong will play a significant role in the development of the Greater Bay Area. He also hoped for future opportunities to engage with young entrepreneurs from the mainland and other regions, and to encourage young people to seize the great opportunities for national rejuvenation and work together to create a brighter tomorrow.John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, said in his speech, "The Summit today presents an important platform for cooperation and exchanges among outstanding young entrepreneurs from both sides of the Taiwan Strait, as well as from Hong Kong and Macao, facilitating and promoting mutual learning and understanding, which is of great significance. The Hong Kong SAR Government has been actively encouraging youth innovation and entrepreneurship, motivating young entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams and realize their ambitions in the Greater Bay Area. The Pearl River Delta region has been a key area for Taiwanese enterprises to expand their business in the Mainland, and many Taiwanese businesses have already integrated into the local industrial chains. I hope young entrepreneurs on both sides of the Taiwan Straits will seize the opportunity for achieving high-quality development through collaboration in the Greater Bay Area, work diligently, innovate boldly, and make new milestones in their careers."Lin Keqing, chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and Party secretary of Guangzhou, commended the success of the exchange meeting. He said this year marks the fifth anniversary of the implementation of the "Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area" and that in the past five years, under the strong leadership of the central government, Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao have pursued synergistic innovation, complementing each other's strengths. The Greater Bay Area has witnessed a surge of creativity, showing the vast potential of growing into a world-class bay area. The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China has established systematic arrangements to comprehensively deepen reforms and such developments are bringing new and significant opportunities for Hong Kong and Macao to better integrate into overall national development, injecting fresh momentum into expanding cross-strait cooperation and exchanges, helping deepen cross-strait integration and development. Currently, Guangdong is studying and implementing the spirit of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, as well as the instructions in the important speeches of General Secretary Xi Jinping during his inspection of Guangdong. Construction of the Greater Bay Area presents the country with a significant opportunity for deepening reform and opening up, serving as a source of her high-quality development. Lin expressed hope that young entrepreneurs from Hong Kong, Guangdong, Macao, and Taiwan will actively seize the new major opportunities arising from the development of the country, better integrate into her new round of reform and opening up, and collaborate to create a vibrant chapter of pursuing dreams in the Greater Bay Area, achieve their aspirations and contribute to the bright future of national reunification and the great glory of national rejuvenation.In his speech, Wang Rong, Deputy Director of the CPPCC Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Overseas Chinese Committee, emphasized that in recent years, collaborative innovation between Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao has deepened significantly, and that technological innovation has driven industrial advancement, leading to the emergence of new industries, new models, and new momentum, which in turn has fostered new forms of productivity. The Greater Bay Area has become a rising global hub for innovation and growth, and the innovative development of the Greater Bay Area has attracted active participation of many Taiwanese entrepreneurs. In doing so, they are integrating into the new wave of national reform and opening up, as well as the process of Chinese-style modernization, helping create new opportunities for integrated development across the Taiwan Strait.In his speech, Lien Sheng-wen, Vice Chairman of the Kuomintang emphasized the infinite potential and charm of the Greater Bay Area. He believes the accumulation of talent pool in the Greater Bay Area is not limited to those from such fields as finance, trade, tourism, technology or industry, but also includes many other talent in the three places. More importantly, many young entrepreneurs dream about starting from scratch in the Greater Bay Area, investing in innovation and entrepreneurship, and ultimately creating outstanding enterprises.In his speech, Tang Bingquan, Director of the Sun Yat-sen Foundation, said, "The Greater Bay Area currently embodies boundless business opportunities and vast prospects. I hope through this year’s Summit, the young entrepreneurs from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan will see the new dynamics, new opportunities and information networks in the developing Greater Bay Area, and gain confidence in working together to foster innovative growth of the Area. I also hope to encourage more innovative enterprises and entrepreneurs to integrate and invest in the Greater Bay Area, and jointly build a world-class international bay area."Stephen Tai Tak-fung, President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber of Foreign Investors, Founding Chief President of The Association of the Hong Kong Members of Guangdong's CPPCC Committees, pointed out that the theme of this year's Summit, which is "Collaborative Innovation: Chasing Dreams in the Greater Bay Area", is in line with the spirit of the Third Plenary Session and of essence to the construction of the Greater Bay Area. He said the Greater Bay Area is a major national strategy personally planned, deployed, and promoted by General Secretary Xi Jinping, and has an important strategic position in the new development pattern of the country. He thus hopes young entrepreneurs can make the best of the platform the exchange meeting provides to deepen mutual cooperation, give full play to their advantages and make greater contributions to the high-quality development of the country.Li Juren, President of Macau Youth Entrepreneur Association, said for young entrepreneurs from the four regions, it is a responsibility to anchor in the Greater Bay Area, which gives them a rare opportunity to integrate their strengths with those of the country to help her rejuvenate. He expects young entrepreneurs from various regions to learn from and inspire each other, drawing on and complementing each other's strengths. Through innovative cooperation, he aims to promote in-depth integration of urban agglomerations in the Greater Bay Area and together with all parties involved map out a grand blueprint for regional development.Deng Daixian, Secretary General of Taiwan Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association, believes economic, trade and cultural ties are crucial to connecting the two sides of the Taiwan Strait. Division of labor and cooperation along industrial chains and comprehensive economic integration and development are in the common interest of enterprises and people from the four regions cross-strait. He hopes young entrepreneurs from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan can collaborate to complement each other's strengths, establish a comprehensive exchange and cooperation platform, and open a broader and brighter future for themselves by tapping the development momentum of the Greater China Economic Area.This year's Summit gathered more than 400 young entrepreneurs from the two sides of the Taiwan Strait and the Hong Kong and Macau regions in Hong Kong to discuss cooperative development. It was an opportunity to establish an exchange and cooperation platform for promoting complementary advantages among the four regions, strengthening regional cooperation, and driving economic development in the Greater Bay Area. Representatives of young entrepreneurs from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan took part in the afternoon enterprise forums and roundtable dialogues, engaging in enthralled discussions and exchanges on popular topics such as digital intelligence and modern finance, sharing their work experiences and unique insights about their industries.The Summit also arranged visits the following day for the participating young entrepreneurs to Hong Kong's landmarks in finance, innovation and technology, culture and art, including the HKMA Information Centre, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, Cyberport, West Kowloon Art Park, and the Palace Museum, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of Hong Kong from multiple perspectives and further enhance exchanges and cooperation.The Summit was jointly organized by the Hong Kong Guangdong Foreign Businessmen Association, the Political Consultative Conference Members Friendship Associations in Hong Kong and Guangdong, the Sun Yat-sen Foundation, the Guangdong Youth Federation, the Macau Young Entrepreneurs Association, the Macau Youth Federation, the Taiwan Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association, and the Taiwan Elite Association.It was first held in 2016 and six sessions have taken place so far in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangzhou, participated by more than 40 youth organizations and more than 2,600 outstanding young entrepreneurs, playing the significant role of promoting exchanges and cooperation among young entrepreneurs from the four regions. The Summit has helped spread the notion that "both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family/people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are all of the same family" and allowed sharing of successful "one country, two systems" experiences, while also fostering the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and contributing to the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macau.The "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" 2024 Summit of young entrepreneursfrom Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan opens in Hong Kong.Group photo of officiating guests and representatives of organizersOfficiating guests from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and Macao,Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan attend the SummitVice Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative ConferenceLeung Chun-yingJohn Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special AdministrativeRegionLin Keqing, chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the ChinesePeople's Political Consultative Conference and Party secretary of GuangzhouWang Rong, Deputy Director of the CPPCC Hong Kong, Macao and TaiwanOverseas Chinese CommitteeLien Sheng-wen, Vice Chairman of the KuomintangTang Bingquan, Director of the Sun Yat-sen FoundationStephen Tai Tak-fung, President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber ofForeign Investors, Chief President of The Association of the Hong KongMembers of Guangdong's CPPCC CommitteesLi Juren, President of Macau Youth Entrepreneur AssociationDeng Daixian, Secretary General of Taiwan Straits Economic and CulturalInterchange AssociationAbout "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" — Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and TaiwanThe aims of the "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" — Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan” are to implement General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important thoughts on Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan affairs, promote the great spirit of Mr. Sun Yat-sen’s "Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation" and "the world is for the public," strengthen exchanges and cooperation among young entrepreneurs from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the Hong Kong and Macau regions, foster the peaceful development of cross-strait relations, and ensure prosperity and stability in Hong Kong and Macau, and contribute to national strength and rejuvenation. It is jointly organized by the Sun Yat-sen Foundation, Guangdong Youth Federation, Friends of Hong Kong Association, Political Consultative Conference Members Friendship Associations in Hong Kong and Guangdong, Taiwan Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association, and Taiwan Elite Association, among others. Since its inaugural session in Taiwan in 2016, six sessions have taken place in Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangdong. More than 40 youth organizations and more than 2,600 young entrepreneurs from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the Hong Kong and Macau regions have participated to date in the exchanges, establishing a platform for cooperation among young entrepreneurs. This year, the Mainland Affairs Council of Taiwan has again designated the event as a key project for national interchanges with Taiwan. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BANGKOK, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL (SET: PCE), a leader in the integrated palm oil industry, today began trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), highlighting the Company’s readiness as an integrated producer and distributor of palm oil products with a supply chain management system in place, to respond to customer needs as a One-Stop Service.The Company is also proceeding with the expansion of its palm oil extraction plant and palm olein production plat, taking advantage of the opportunity while the palm oil industry is expanding both domestically and in the export market, to create growth in a bid to become a leader in the palm oil industry at the national level.Mr. Prakit Prasitsupaphol, CEO & Managing Director of Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL, announced that the Company began trading PCE shares on the SET today, September 12, in the Agro & Food Industry Group, Agribusiness Sector, under the abbreviation PCE. This followed the successful IPO of 750 million common shares for 2.28 baht per share. At the IPO, PCE shares received overwhelming interest from investors, reflecting confidence in the Company’s integrated palm oil business. In so doing, they helped to make PEC one of the stocks that attracted keen interest from investors from the first day of trading.PCE has set its growth strategy to become a leader in the integrated palm oil industry at the national level through 1. Being a leader in the integrated palm oil industry with full management readiness of the supply chain system, as group companies possess combined production processes for palm oil products from upstream to downstream, warehousing and port services, as well as the modern transportation processes to meet customer needs in the form of “One-Stop Service”, with nearly 40 years of direct experience in the industry; 2. The group’s location is in Surat Thani Province, an ideally strategic area for raw material sourcing and being close to customers and seaports; 3. The group’s production processes and quality control have been certified by international standards.The Company plans to use the funds raised in the SET to invest in the expansion of a crude palm oil extraction plant, doubling the production capacity from the current 60 tons of fresh palm fruits per hour, along with increasing the stability of the supply of raw material and crude palm oil supply for further refining processes, as well as investing in machinery and equipment to double the production capacity of palm olein for consumption from the current 300 tons per day. The Company’s two production plants were already operating at 80-90% of installed production capacity. Moreover, the fund will also be used to improve the efficiency of the production process, to expand the market in all sectors both domestically and in the export markets, and to invest in technology that will apply to research and further development, to add value to products and create opportunities in new markets in the future.As for the operating results for 2021 to 2023, the total revenues were 28,178.54 million baht, 32,696.15 million baht, and 24,722.79 million baht, respectively, while the net profits were 847.33 million baht and 214.40 million baht, and 330.50 million baht, respectively. For the first six months of 2024, the group had a total revenue of 12,921.47 million baht and a net profit of 211.97 million baht, similar to those of the same period of the previous year. In 2023, the group’s main revenue was derived from the palm oil industry at 98.61%, with the sales proportion of 63.67% for the domestic market and 36.33% for the international market.Mr Somsak Sirichainarumitr, CEO of Asset Pro Management Co Ltd (APM), as a financial advisor, said PCE is considered the first fully integrated palm oil industry leader to list on the SET and has the potential to grow in line with the expansion of the palm oil industry, spurred on by growing purchasing power in both domestic and international markets, for consumption or applications, by the renewable energy groups where demand is continuously increasing, and in the use of oleochemicals as ingredients in products such as cosmetics, soaps, skin care creams, etc., following the recovery of the domestic and global economies. They are also applicable to the biodiesel industry.Ms. Nalyne Viriyasathien, Managing Director, Investment Banking and Advisory of Maybank Securities (Thailand) PCL, as Joint Lead Underwriter, said PCE’s IPO offering of 750 million shares at 2.28 baht per share, or 1,710 million baht, was enthusiastically received by both retail and institutional investors. This was because investors were confident in the business potential of PCE, a leader in the palm oil industry with high growth potential. They also believed PCE would be another quality stock for investors in the Thai capital market.Mr. Payupat Mahabhol, managing director of investment banking at Yuanta Securities (Thailand) Co Ltd and joint lead underwriter, said that he was confident that PCE would be a growth stock that would generate good returns for investors. The company’s strength as a leader in the integrated palm oil industry and its ability to manage the supply chain system that provides customers with a one-stop service can help reduce extraneous costs. Therefore, for PCE as an enterprise with strong business partnerships, this fundraising will help strengthen its capital, which will be used to expand the business and further the Company’s growth according to its business plan.Released by Public Relations Dept., MT Multimedia Co., Ltd. for Petchsrivichai Enterprise Plc.For more information, please contact: Thiyaporn “Dah” SriadunphanTel. +66 (0) 87 556 6974; Email: thiyaporn.s@mtmultimedia.comPetchsrivichai Enterprise PCL [SET: PCE; PCE/F; PCE/R] https://pce-th.com/ Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

OSLO, NORWAY, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Pixotope Technologies AS, the leading platform for end-to-end real-time virtual production solutions, is excited to announce a landmark partnership with the Happy Elephant consortium as its exclusive distributor for Greater China and selected countries in Southeast Asia region. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in Pixotope's global growth strategy, set to transform virtual production accessibility in one of the world's most vibrant and rapidly evolving markets.The Happy Elephant consortium, uniting the formidable talents of Happy Elephant, Totem Vision, and Socam, brings a wealth of expertise and established market presence to this partnership. Their collective prowess in digital display technology, studio design, and audiovisual integration matches seamlessly with Pixotope's state-of-the-art virtual production software. This synergy promises to catalyze innovation and unleash creative potential across the region.Marcus B. Brodersen, CEO of Pixotope Technologies AS, expressed his enthusiasm: "Our partnership with the Happy Elephant consortium opens up unprecedented opportunities for Pixotope. By combining forces with Happy Elephant, Totem Vision, and Socam, we're not merely expanding our reach - we're unlocking a new realm of possibilities for content creators throughout Asia-Pacific. Their profound understanding of local markets, coupled with our cutting-edge technology, will empower media producers to redefine the boundaries of virtual production."The exclusive distribution agreement, centered on Pixotope's enterprise product portfolio, encompasses the entire Greater China and selected regions in Southeast Asia, positioning the partnership for significant market impact.XiaLi, CEO at Happy Elephant consortium, shared their perspective: "We are thrilled to partner with Pixotope and further expand the reach of their groundbreaking virtual production platform to the APAC market. This collaboration perfectly aligns with our commitment to delivering advanced, comprehensive media solutions. Together, we will enable storytellers across Asia to craft immersive, high-quality content that resonates with global audiences."To ensure seamless integration and local support, XuYang, Pixotope's sales manager in China, will serve as the regional sales manager and key liaison between the partners, providing continuity and leveraging his regional expertise.The partnership is effective immediately, with Pixotope and the Happy Elephant consortium collaborating closely to ensure a smooth transition and capitalize on the myriad of opportunities ahead.About PixotopePixotope Technologies AS is an award-winning software company at the forefront of virtual production innovation. With a proven track record in the most demanding live productions worldwide, Pixotope provides media content creators with a robust, end-to-end Virtual Production Platform. Operating globally with 24/7 support and a presence across four continents, Pixotope is committed to making virtual production accessible, user-friendly, and successful for all media creators.For more information, visit https://www.pixotope.com/About Happy Elephant ConsortiumThe Happy Elephant consortium unites the strengths of Happy Elephant, Totem Vision, and Socam to deliver comprehensive digital media solutions:Happy Elephant: A leading 3D and virtual production specialist offering end-to-end solutions across the digital media spectrum. Their expertise spans advanced AR, VR, and XR solutions for On-Air Graphics, virtual character development, and innovative studio stage design and construction.Totem Vision: Established in Guangzhou in 2022 by CDV (NewAuto), Totem Vision is a pioneer in digital display interactive technology, leveraging Video+AI innovations. With three decades of experience serving prominent national clients, they are recognized leaders in ultra-high-definition virtual and real fusion equipment.Socam: Founded in 2004, Socam specializes in professional radio and television markets, excelling in audio and video system integration. Their comprehensive services encompass all-media studio design and production, LED screen system engineering, post-production services, and virtual scene design and production.For media inquiries, please contact: XuYang (xu.yang@pixotope.com) or Jana Amirali (jana.amirali@pixotope.com).SOURCE: Pixotope Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BAD HOMBURG VOR DER HOHE, GERMANY, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Maxon, maker of powerful, user-friendly software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects, and more today announced ZBrush for iPad.ZBrush for iPad now available. Artist credit Lucas Cuenca.Created by artists for artists, ZBrush for iPad is revolutionizing digital sculpting by making it possible to take the power of Academy Award-winning ZBrush on the go to sculpt, paint, and bring creations to life anywhere in real time with Apple's touch-based capabilities!ZBrush for iPad also offers many of the same tools and features found in the desktop version, including the collection of leading, proprietary digital sculpting brushes created with real-world sculpting techniques in mind. Users will also be glad to know sculpting on the go does not mean sacrificing polygon count, depending on iPad memory and version. The latest M4 iPad with at least one terabyte (TB) of storage, for example, can reach up to 92 million polygons per mesh.ZBrush for iPad also features a highly customizable user interface that expands on the desktop version's QuickMenu, making it easy to arrange sculpting tools for a more optimized, personal experience. And it's also possible to customize the Apple Pencil double tap or Pencil Pro squeeze to complete an action, like framing a mesh in the document or turning on PolyGroup.ZBrush for iPad includes over 200 of ZBrush's leading digital sculpting brushes.Additional ZBrush for iPad Feature Highlights:ZRemesher generates a new mesh with an even distribution of polygons, preserving the essential details and flow of the original surface.Sculptris Pro adds and reduces triangle tessellation with each brush stroke, making it simple to focus on sculpting without worrying about technical restraints.DynaMesh retopologizes while sculpting, so it's possible to stretch digital clay or add volume while retaining the same basic capacity for detail.Array Mesh makes it possible to create duplicate instances of geometry in varying patterns and shapes in real time.The Dynamicssystem enhances sculpts by allowing any surface to be draped over another surface.Live Boolean gives users the ability to combine, subtract, and/or use intersections to create unique results.PolyPaint makes iteasy to paint and sculpt at the same time, making it possible to paint on the surface of a model without first assigning a texture map.Included with ZBrush and Maxon One subscriptions - and available as a stand-alone subscription too - ZBrush for iPad includes over 200 of ZBrush's leading digital sculpting brushes and the ability to easily load the thousands of custom brushes that have been created by incredible users!ZBrush and Maxon One subscribers can also share ZTool (ZTL) and ZProject (ZPR) files between iPad and desktop seamlessly. GoZ can also be used to move files between versions with one click.For anyone wanting to try the world's leading digital sculpting application, ZBrush for iPad also has a free plan that offers a robust sculpting experience with an introductory set of 28 of the most popular brushes and limited features for tools like Dynamesh, SculptrisPro, ZSpheres, and ZRemesher. And it's available at the App Store now!For professionals who need to work on location, or just want to take the unrivaled capabilities of ZBrush someplace more comfortable and inspiring, ZBrush for iPad is a game changer that puts creativity first without constraints.ZBrush for iPad requires iPadOS 17 or later, and is available on iPad models with A12 Bionic or later.About MaxonMaxon makes powerful, yet approachable software solutions for content creators working in 2D and 3D design, motion graphics, visual effects and visualization. Maxon's innovative product portfolio helps artists supercharge their creative workflows. Our product lines include the award-winning Cinema 4D suite of 3D modeling, simulation and animation technology; the creativity-on-the-go Forger mobile sculpting app; the diverse Red Giant lineup of revolutionary editing, motion design and filmmaking tools; the leading-edge, blazingly fast Redshift renderer; and ZBrush, the industry-standard digital sculpting and painting solution.Press ContactChloe LarbyGrithaus Agency(e) chloe@grithaus.agency(p) +44 7454 012045SOURCE: Maxon Computers Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

奥斯陆, 2024年9月11日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - Pixotope Technologies AS是一家领先的端到端实时虚拟制作解决方案平台，现欣然宣布与Happy Elephant Consortium达成具有里程碑意义的合作伙伴关系，后者将作为Pixotope在大中华区及东南亚部分国家的独家分销商。这一合作标志着Pixotope全球增长战略的关键时刻，旨在改变这一全球最具活力且快速发展的市场之一中虚拟制作的可及性。Happy Elephant、Totem Vision和Socam三方组成的Happy Elephant Consortium带来了丰富的专业知识和已有的市场影响力。它们在数字显示技术、工作室设计和视听集成方面的集体实力，与Pixotope的尖端虚拟制作软件完美契合。这种协同合作有望推动创新，并在整个地区释放创造潜力。Pixotope Technologies AS的首席执行官Marcus B. Brodersen表达了他的热情：“我们与Happy Elephant Consortium的合作为Pixotope带来了前所未有的机遇。通过与Happy Elephant、Totem Vision和Socam联手，我们不仅是在扩展我们的影响力，还为亚太地区的内容创作者开启了一个新的可能性领域。他们对本地市场的深刻理解，结合我们的尖端技术，将帮助媒体制作人重新定义虚拟制作的边界。该独家分销协议以Pixotope的企业产品组合为核心，涵盖整个大中华区及东南亚部分地区，为这一合作伙伴关系在市场上带来显著影响奠定了基础。Happy Elephant Consortium首席执行官XiaLi表示：“我们非常高兴能与Pixotope合作，将其突破性的虚拟制作平台进一步扩展到亚太市场。此次合作与我们致力于提供先进、全面的媒体解决方案的承诺完美契合。我们将共同帮助亚洲的讲故事者打造引人入胜的高质量内容，并在全球观众中产生共鸣。”为了确保无缝整合和本地支持，Pixotope在中国的销售经理XuYang将担任区域销售经理，并作为合作伙伴之间的关键联络人，提供持续性并利用其区域专长。该合作立即生效，Pixotope和Happy Elephant Consortium将紧密合作，确保顺利过渡并抓住未来的众多机遇。关于PixotopePixotope Technologies AS是一家屡获殊荣的软件公司，处于虚拟制作创新的前沿。在全球最具挑战性的直播制作中拥有卓越的表现，Pixotope为媒体内容创作者提供了强大的端到端虚拟制作平台。公司在全球运营，提供24/7的支持，业务遍及四大洲，致力于让虚拟制作变得可及、易用，并为所有媒体创作者带来成功。更多信息，请访问：https://www.pixotope.com/关于Happy Elephant ConsortiumHappy Elephant Consortium汇集了Happy Elephant、Totem Vision和Socam的优势，提供全面的数字媒体解决方案：● Happy Elephant：领先的3D和虚拟制作专家，提供数字媒体领域的端到端解决方案。他们的专业领域涵盖先进的AR、VR和XR解决方案，应用于广播图形、虚拟角色开发以及创新的演播室舞台设计与建造。● Totem Vision：由CDV（新奥特）于2022年在广州成立，Totem Vision是数字显示互动技术的先驱，利用Video+AI的创新成果。凭借三十年的经验服务于国家级重要客户，他们在超高清虚实融合设备领域中是公认的领导者。● Socam：成立于2004年，专注于专业的广播电视市场，在音视频系统集成方面表现卓越。他们的全面服务包括全媒体演播室设计与制作、LED屏幕系统工程、后期制作服务以及虚拟场景设计与制作。媒体垂询，请联系：XuYang（ xu.yang@pixotope.com ）或Jana Amirali（jana.amirali@pixotope.com）。来源: Pixotope Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

- The Belt and Road Summit opens today as part of the celebrations for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, with the theme Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road- Two-day Summit gathers over 90 policymakers and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions- Day 1 Policy Dialogue themed Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World featured ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia, collectively exploring opportunities for multilateral cooperation- Keynote Luncheon featured Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development BankHONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The ninth Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.The theme is Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road. As one of the celebrations for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Summit brings together over 90 policymakers and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions. It centres on the eight major steps President Xi Jinping announced last year to support the high-quality development of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and explores cooperation opportunities for the next golden decade of the BRI.The Opening Session featured opening remarks by John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, and welcome remarks by Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC. Special addresses were delivered by Li Yongjie, Deputy China International Trade Representative of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China; Gou Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China; and Xiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China. A keynote address was delivered by H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam.John Lee said during his opening remarks: “Green development is increasingly important in Belt and Road collaboration. Hong Kong contributes to the cause of sustainability by not only developing green tech, but also by leveraging our expertise in financial services and driving the development of green finance. Earlier this year, we launched the world's first multi-currency, tokenised green bond, part of our commitment to Hong Kong's rise as a green finance hub.”Dr Lam said: “Innovation and sustainability are key drivers of growth today. We will discuss how we can work more closely together to create a more innovative and greener Belt and Road. With its unique strengths and advantages, Hong Kong is ideally placed to foster collaboration. As the most international city in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and gateway to the vast Mainland China market, Hong Kong can facilitate many opportunities across Asia and beyond. ASEAN – our second-largest trading partner – will be a market highlight at this year’s Summit, following the recent mission we organised to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam led by Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee.”In her remarks, Li Yongjie said: “Under the framework of The Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA), the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) supports Hong Kong to enhance its status as an international financial, shipping and trading centre, and to play the role of a hub and platform in the Belt and Road Initiative. The MOFCOM will support Hong Kong in signing free trade agreements and investment protection agreements with more countries and regions, and to join Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership as soon as possible. The MOFCOM will also support mainland and Hong Kong enterprises to strengthen information exchange, deepen cooperation on Belt and Road projects, enhance Hong Kong's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative, and strengthen Hong Kong's status as an international trade centre.”H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh said during his speech: “The global economy is experiencing significant transformations in its structure and growth model, requiring both governments and the business community to collaborate in promoting initiatives on economic cooperation and integration that support peace, cooperation and development at regional and global levels. I am confident that with the commitment and sound policies of our governments, along with the support and active engagement of the business community and by embracing a spirit of equality, openness and mutual benefit while upholding international law, the Belt and Road Initiative will continue to flourish.”Deepening multilateral cooperation for a win-win futureFollowing the successful outcomes of Chief Executive John Lee's ASEAN visit in July, organised by the HKTDC, the Summit aims to further deepen relations between Hong Kong and ASEAN as well as other emerging markets along the Belt and Road.The Policy Dialogue, hosted by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, focused on Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World. Invited ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia who explored opportunities for multilateral cooperation include: H.E. Lim Lork Piseth, Secretary of State, Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia; Rachmat Kaimuddin, Deputy Coordinating Minister, Maritime Affairs and Investment in Infrastructure and Transportation, Indonesia; Arman Kassenov, Vice-Minister of National Economy, the Republic of Kazakhstan.One highlight of the first day was the Business Plenary chaired by Professor KC Chan, Chairman of WeLab Bank. This session featured Ding Yanzhang, Chairman of Power Construction Corporation of China; Clara Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kee Group; Dato’ Seri Cheah Cheng Hye, Co-Chairman and Co-Chief Investment Officer of Value Partners Group; Shinta Widjaja Kamdani, Chief Executive Officer of Sintesa Group. They discussed Hong Kong's role in promoting multilateral business cooperation as well as strategies that global companies are adopting in response to the latest international situation. In the evening, a cocktail reception took place with welcoming and opening remarks from Dr Peter K N Lam, and Sun Yu, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of Bank of China (HK) Limited. Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR, also delivered special remarks.The Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development Bank.Comprehensive analyses of topical issues on the first day of the thematic breakout sessionAs the Belt and Road Initiative enters its next golden decade, there is increasing demand for efficient, one-stop legal and dispute resolution services. A thematic breakout session titled Building a Green, Sustainable and Innovative Silk Road through Hong Kong’s Legal and Dispute Resolution Services was co-hosted with the Department of Justice of the HKSAR. The session began with welcome remarks from Paul TK Lam, Secretary for Justice of the HKSAR Government, featuring business leaders from the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and law firms. Another thematic breakout session on the first day was co-hosted with the Insurance Authority, titled Role of Captive Insurance in Supporting Belt and Road Initiative.Additionally, the Summit co-hosted the Mainland-Hong Kong Trade In Services Symposium with the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM). This symposium analysed the latest developments across various sectors, driving service innovation along the Belt and Road, with representatives from leading companies in telecommunications, AI and professional services. The Symposium also features a pavilion brought by MOFCOM, which brings together exhibitors in the fields of green technology, business services and cultural trade to showcase China's achievements in trade in services to global buyers, and to build a platform for collaboratively exploring the international market.Debut Green Chapter highlights Hong Kong's green advantagesThis year’s Summit introduces a new Green Chapter, featuring a series of thematic breakout sessions related to green construction, innovation and finance, allowing participants to explore ways of developing green businesses leveraging Hong Kong as a platform.The Charting Green Development for a Connected World session discussed strategies for optimising green infrastructure development. It was co-hosted by the China International Contractors Association. The speakers at this session were: Chen Zhong, Vice General Manager of China Communications Construction Group Limited; Harry Lai, Executive Director of Hong Kong Green Building Council; Wu Yun, Deputy General Manager of China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd; Rex Wong, CEO of Kam Shing Group; and Mi Zhihui, Vice President of Shanghai Municipal Engineering Design Institute (Group) Co., Ltd.Second Business Plenary to explore opportunities in the Middle EastTomorrow's Business Plenary will be chaired by Ronnie C. Chan, Honorary Chair of Hang Lung Properties Limited. The business plenary, which will explore opportunities in the Middle East and other Belt and Road markets, will feature: Mohamed Abduljabbar Alkoheji, Second Vice-Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Bonnie Y Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Peter Fekete, Group CEO of 4iG from Hungary; Eric Ip, Group Managing Director of Hutchison Port Holdings Limited from Hong Kong; Iqbal Khan, Chief Executive Officer of Fajr Capital from UAE; and Bui Kim Thuy, Deputy CEO of VinFast from Vietnam.Two new thematic breakout sessions will also take place tomorrow – Multi-dimensional Connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative and People-to-people Exchanges through Business and Cultural Collaboration – discussing progress in transport connectivity and ways in which economic and cultural exchanges can enhance mutual understanding. The Green Chapter will also have two sessions tomorrow on Smart and Green Silk Road and Developing Viable Sustainable Infrastructure Projects. Two sessions from the Finance Chapter will discuss how businesses can seize financial services opportunities in the Belt and Road via Hong Kong to expand in ASEAN and the Middle East and the impact of financial innovation and technology on BRI development. A Youth Chapter session brings together young business leaders to talk about the ways in which youth can harness opportunities presented by the BRI.19 MoUs signed on Day 119 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed on the first day of the Summit. Signatories of the 4 G2G MoUs and 15 B2B MoUs comprised government and businesses from the Middle East and ASEAN, including the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam as well as Australia. Areas covered include infrastructure, energy and sustainable development. This year’s Summit continues to offer investment and business matching services, including one-to-one project matching meetings and project investment sessions. The business matching service provides a full range of options, in both physical form on 11-12 September and online on 16-17 September, with more than 280 investment projects expected to be matched and more than 800 one-to-one project matching meetings taking place.The Summit continues to feature an exhibition area showcasing more than 100 exhibitors across three distinct zones: the Hong Kong Zone, Global Investment Zone and InnoTech Zone. The Hong Kong Zone highlights the services and business advantages of Hong Kong service providers. The Global Investment Zone presents large-scale investment projects, cultural and technological developments as well as global investment opportunities. The InnoTech Zone showcases cutting-edge innovations, AI, digital technologies and solutions from around the world.The Strategic Partner for the 9th Belt and Road Summit is Bank of China International Capital Corporation Ltd. The Banking Partner is Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The Global Connectivity Partner is the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited. The New Economy Partner is Standard Chartered. The Diamond Sponsor is Huatai International Financial Holdings Company, while China Mobile International Limited, China National Petroleum Corporation, China Telecom Global and China Unicom Global Limited are Platinum Sponsors.The 9th Belt and Road SummitDate11-12 September 2024VenueHall 5B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreWebsitesBelt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/enProgramme:https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/programmeSpeaker list: https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/speakerPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4dhRGVbThe ninth Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the HKTDC, opened today under the theme Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road. The event gathered more than 90 key officials and business leaders from countries and regions along the Belt and Road to explore the latest BRI cooperation opportunitiesJohn Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, delivered the opening remarks during the Opening SessionDr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered welcome remarks during the Opening SessionLi Yongjie, Deputy China International Trade Representative of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China, gave a special addressGou Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China, gave a special addressXiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Development and Reform Commission, the People’s Republic of China, gave a special addressH.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister, Vietnam, delivered a keynote addressOn the first day of the Summit, more than a dozen companies signed multiple Memoranda of UnderstandingThe Policy Dialogue, hosted by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR, focused on Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World, inviting ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia, to explore opportunities for multilateral cooperationThe first day’s Business Plenary, Capturing Belt and Road Business Opportunities, analysed the latest prospects of ASEANThe Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development BankMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Anson WongTel: (852) 3428 3413Email: awong@yuantung.com.hkLouise SongTel: (852) 3428 5691Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes WatTel: (852) 2584 4554Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.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 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. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, the “Company” or “GTJAI”, stock code: 1788.HK) announced that Moody's, an international credit rating agency, updated the company’s credit rating report and reaffirmed its “Baa2” long-term issuer credit rating with a “stable” outlook. Moody's believes that the support from the parent company Guotai Junan Securities and the support provided by the Chinese government through the parent company can offset the pressure on GTJAI's credit profile stemming from a complex external operating environment. In June 2024, GTJAI also received a reaffirmed "BBB+" investment grade rating (long-term issuer) from S&P with a "stable" outlook. At present, the Company's credit ratings continue to maintain a leading position among Hong Kong-based Chinese securities firms. For the detailed report, please contact Moody's. – End – Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月11日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 国泰君安国际控股有限公司（“国泰君安国际”、“公司”或“集团”，股份代号：1788.HK）宣布，国际信用评级机构穆迪更新对国泰君安国际的信贷评级报告，并重申国泰君安国际的“Baa2”长期发行人信用评级，展望保持“稳定”。穆迪认为母公司国泰君安证券的支持和中国政府通过母公司提供的支持可抵消复杂的外部运营环境对国泰君安国际信用状况造成的压力。今年6月，国泰君安国际亦获标普重申“BBB+”投资级评级（长期发行人），展望保持“稳定”。现阶段公司获得的信用评级继续在香港中资证券公司中保持领先地位。详细报告请联系穆迪获取。 – 完 – Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CENTRESTAGE, the Asian fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government's Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)*, concluded successfully on 7 September. The highlight of the closing evening was the grand finale of the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2024 (YDC), where the creativity and design flair of 10 local fashion designers shone through. With their diverse and eye-catching collections, the young designers showed talent that moved beyond traditional boundaries, embodying this year's YDC theme, "To Be Seen", and highlighting the limitless potential of Hong Kong's fashion scene. The event delivered a standout fashion show for the audience, with celebrities such as Panther Chan, Kaho Hung, Moon Tang, Zelos Wong, 903DJ Leung Man Lai, Madboii, Ah Gi and Dixon Wong giving their support to the finalists.After careful deliberation, the panel of professional judges selected four winners from the 10 shortlisted entries, with Tiger Chung emerging as Champion, securing the top prize of a cash prize of HK$60,000; an overseas study trip sponsored by Fang Brothers Knitting Ltd.; and a HK$5,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong stores. Winner of the Excellence Award was K Ng, while Yoyo Chan took two honours including the “My Favourite Collection” Award that was decided by public voting.The full list of winners for YDC 2024 is as follows:Champion: Tiger Chung; Design: RagerExcellence Award: K Ng; Design: Remnants of LightBest Art Direction Award: Yoyo Chan; Design: Trouble XMy Favourite Collection Award: Yoyo Chan; Design: Trouble XReceiving the Champion prize, Tiger Chung, designer of the winning collection titled “Rager”, said: "I felt calm upon learning about the award, but just now, witnessing the models wearing my award-winning designs for the first time, I felt excited beyond measure!" Tiger re-entered the competition as a proud advocate for subculture. He has been continuously exploring how to present the unique design ethos of young-generation designers and his collection exudes the energy and vitality experienced at a music festival.Judges impressed by quality of entries, share insights and experiencesThis year's YDC featured a heavyweight judging panel comprising seasoned fashion industry and media representatives, including Chief Judge Katherine Fang, Chairlady of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; VIP Judge Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of the Japanese fashion brand doublet; and Overseas Judge Bohan Qiu, Founder and Director of fashion PR consulting firm BOH Project. Other esteemed judges included Jonathan Lee, Co-founder of The Molecule; iemi Chu, Associate Publisher of Vogue Hong Kong; Tracey Cheng, Vice President of Womenswear Merchandising at I.T; and Victoria Tang-Owen, Founder & Creative Director of Thirty30 Creative and Victoria Tang Studio and Director of Arts, Culture & Heritage for Shanghai Tang.Reflecting on the quality of entries in this year’s YDC and the achievements of the winners, VIP Judge Masayuki Ino said: "All the works presented by the designers are fantastic. I had already seen all the entries before the final, but being able to witness them again on the runway gave me a different perspective. I am excited to see all 10 fashion designers from the next generation at YDC."Panther Chan lights up MINI x Johnson Chong/Kinyan Lam collaboration seriesFor the eighth consecutive year, MINI HK was the major sponsor of the YDC. This year, the brand collaborated with two YDC Alumni designers, Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST) and Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam), to present a fashion collection inspired by its latest car models – the MINI Cooper and MINI Aceman – with designs reflecting the spirit of urban outdoor travellers and adventurers, being both minimalistic and functional. Singer Panther Chan joined forces will the collaborators, performing as the collection was presented and helping to showcase MINI's new-generation design aesthetics and sustainable concepts.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4ebPwqQPictured from left to right are: Jonathan Lee, Co-founder of The Molecule; iemi Chu, Associate Publisher of Vogue Hong Kong; VIP Judge Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of doublet; Chief Judge Katherine Fang, Chairlady of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC; Victoria Tang-Owen, Director of Arts of Culture & Heritage for Shanghai Tang; Tracey Cheng, Vice President of Womenswear Merchandising at I.T; and Bohan Qiu, Founder and Director of BOH Project. The Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2024 (YDC) concluded successfully on 7 September. After careful deliberation, the panel of professional judges selected four winners from the 10 shortlisted entries, with Tiger Chung (third from the right) emerging as Champion. Winner of the Excellence Award was K Ng (fourth from the left), while Yoyo Chan (fifth from the left) took two honours including the “My Favourite Collection” Award that was decided by public voting.ChampionDesigner: Tiger ChungDesign: “Rager”The design: “Rage evolves from the moshing culture of hardcore punk, where the crowd reaches euphoria as an uncontrollable transcendence of state. What I aspire to explore through design is the unique style and trends of the new generation of designers.”In his collection “Rager”, Tiger takes inspiration from Japanese anime series Dragon Ball and the character Son Goku, who transforms into a giant ape when angry, and the werewolf in Michael Jackson’s Thriller, who dances with zombies under a full moon. He also pays tribute to the rock singer Marilyn Manson’s style, mixing the structure of an evening dress with dungarees to combine the elegance of actress Marilyn Monroe with a darkerinspiration. Tailored to the violent nature of rage, Tiger’s four designs feature impact-resistant pads and abrasion-resistant materials for protection.Prizes: (1) A cash prize of HK$60,000; (2) An overseas study trip sponsored by Fang Brothers Knitting Ltd; (3) HK$5,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesExcellence AwardDesigner: K NgDesign: “Remnants of Light”The design: “The designs initially appear to be glittering and elegant, but underneath the glamour he seeks to represent the darker side of the human condition and the fragility of the human mind.”In his competing series “Remnants of Light,” K creates scenarios with details on fabric: the embroidery on the coat looks like fireworks, but actually symbolises the explosions of war. The piece is a luxurious floor-length coat, but as the wearer grips the straps and wraps themselves tightly underneath, they resemble a refugee. Prizes: (1) A cash prize of HK$40,000; (2) An overseas study trip sponsored by MINI HK; (3) HK$3,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesBest Art Direction Award and My Favourite Collection AwardDesigner: Yoyo ChanDesign: “Trouble X”The design: “At the age of two, we enter our first rebellious stage in life, and then are institutionalised. In a daze, we find ourselves marching to the beat of mainstream social expectations. Rebellion is always looming; once provoked, it erupts instantly.” Fashion designer Yoyo Chan is bored by the ordinary and wants to shatter expectations. Her “Trouble X” series breaks the stereotypical association of school uniforms by deconstructing the style, adding playful elements, and subverting expectations in the details. Highly saturated reds are interspersed with warm yellows, presenting a hot-blooded attitude and independent personality. As she frees the clothing from the rigidity of occasions, fashion design becomes an advocate for ageless rebellion.Prizes for the “Best Art Direction” Award: (1) A cash prize of HK$30,000 sponsored by Vogue Hong Kong; (2) HK$2,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesPrizes for the “My Favourite Collection” Award: (1) HK$20,000 Lee Gardens Area e-Gift Certificates sponsored by Hysan Development; (2) HK$2,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong stores Panther Chan(wearing Kinyan Lam; shoes by Pedro)Kaho Hung(wearing REDEMPTIVE; shoes by Pedro)Moon Tang(wearing röyksopp gakkai)from left to rightMoon Tang, Kaho Hung, Panther Chan(wearing röyksopp gakkai, REDEMPTIVE, Kinyan Lam)Dixon Wong(wearing MURFI LAU)Ah Gi(wearing FromClothingOf)Madboii(wearing WEAVIPEDIA)903DJ Leung Man Lai(wearing YAMA GUEST)from left to rightMadboii, Zelos, Ah Gi, Dixon(wearing MURFI LAU, MARCCH, FromClothingOf, WEAVIPEDIA)MINI x Johnson Chong/Kinyan Lam collaboration seriesFor the eighth consecutive year, MINI HK was the major sponsor of the YDC. This year, the brand collaborated with two YDC Alumni designers, Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST) and Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam), to present a fashion collection inspired by its latest car models.MINI x Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST)YAMA GUEST has collaborated with MINI Cooper, taking inspiration from its 2024 MINI Aceman model. The theme of the collaboration is “Urban Outdoor Traveler”, where a single garment can seamlessly transition between the city and nature, embodying MINI’s new design philosophy of “Simplicity, Purity”. The result is a collection that embodies urban fashion while meeting the demands of outdoor exploration and incorporating the design concepts of YAMA GUEST and the MINI Aceman. The apparel features wear-resistant, water-repellent and breathable materials, as well as adjustable details like the hood, front panel, and waistband for added functionality.MINI x Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam)For its collaboration with MINI Cooper, Kinyan Lam sought to capture the spirit of “Possibility”, “Adventurous”, and “Fashion” embodied by MINI drivers. To express their unique personalities, they want to customise their cars with different patterns. Lam took inspiration from a vintage MINI campaign featuring Mary Quant’s striped seat upholstery design, applying the iconic pattern, the classic stripe, as the central design motif for the collection. To achieve this design element, Lam incorporated his signature natural dyes with plants from India and indigo from Guizhou and employed a tie-dye technique to create the stripe patterns.FASHIONALLY COLLECTIONSFASHIONALLY.COM works to promote Hong Kong fashion and designers. This season it is featuring the latest collections from 11 local brands including: Charlotte Ng Studio, FromClothingOf, IP-Axis Studio, Lapeewee, WHY, YAMA GUEST, MURFI LAU, MARCCH, DEMO, SZMAN and Kinyan Lam. For more details, please visit https://www.fashionally.com/en/collection/page/23FASHIONALLY COLLECTION #23(from left to right)IP-Axis Studio / Theme: “Dune”Charlotte Ng Studio / Theme: “That is what feeling sound like”FromClothingOf / Theme: “You Are You”Lapeewee / Theme: “New Woman”WHY / Theme: “NOMAD” FASHIONALLY PRESENTATION I: YAMA GUESTTheme: Holidays in the SunThe collection draws inspiration from the mountains blended with tropical vibes to create a series of personalised styles for nature enthusiasts, perfect for wandering through jungles or strolling along beaches. FASHIONALLY Presentation II: MURFI LAUTheme: FORGE{T}For the brand's inaugural collection, MURFI LAU endeavours to express bravery and self-defence through fashion design, showcasing a unique temperament. The theme "FORGE{T}" signifies her dedication to fashion design. Inspiration for the collection is drawn from medieval armour, heavy motorcycle gear and spacesuits, representing different aspects of the human spirit of adventure. Ms Lau aims to demonstrate the dual characteristics of protective gear and fashion, showcasing a spirit that remains true to itself in challenging times. FASHIONALLY Presentation III: MARCCHTheme: AmbiguousThe brand's Spring/Summer 2025 collection is themed "Ambiguous", drawing design inspiration from the work "Ambiguous Documents" by Polish artist Ania Wawrzkowicz. The collection emphasises texture treatment, with designers using techniques such as collage, layering and cutouts to create different images, attempting to deconstruct the physicality within the garments.WebsitesCENTRESTAGE: https://centrestage.hktdc.com/home/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC): https://www.fashionally.com/en/Media enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & Marketing:Diana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723 Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok Tel: (852) 6291 4283 Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgAbout YDCThe YDC aims to promote a new generation of local design talent, while creating opportunities to showcase their collections in front of global and local industry professionals at CENTRESTAGE. Organised by the HKTDC, the contest is considered one of the most prestigious events of its kind in the region, with a successful track record of past contestants becoming leading designers for fashion enterprises or establishing their own labels. To further promote the international visibility of local Hong Kong designers, in 2012 the HKTDC launched FASHIONALLY.com, an online platform that showcases the work of local labels and talents and links them with global industry insiders and opportunities.About HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences, and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly 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. Follow us on X and LinkedIn.About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) (formerly known as Create Hong Kong or CreateHK) is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in June 2009 to spearhead the development of creative industries in Hong Kong. From 1 July 2022 onwards, it is under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community.*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (2511.HK), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of multifunctional multi-targeted therapies for chronic liver and metabolic diseases, presents at the 60th European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Annual Meeting, taking place from September 10-13, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. The presentations include post-hoc analyses of two Phase 2 clinical studies of berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), a gut-liver anti-inflammatory metabolic modulator, in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).“These data provide additional insight on the potential benefits of HTD1801, a novel, multifunctional therapy being developed for the treatment of patients with T2DM. The two ongoing Phase 3 studies (NCT06350890, NCT06415773), fully enrolled in 2Q 2024, evaluate the efficacy and safety of HTD1801 in T2DM patients (as monotherapy or in combination with metformin). We look forward to the results of these Phase 3 studies which we expect to announce in 2025,” said Dr. Leigh MacConell, Chief Development Officer of HighTide.“Efficacy of Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) in Chinese and Western Patients with T2DM”(Presentation 711, Oral Presentation, September 11, 12:45 PM CEST)About the Abstract: T2DM and MASH are highly interrelated, the presence of each increasing risk of outcomes. Patients with both T2DM and MASH are at higher risk of histologic progression in MASH, cardiovascular outcomes, hepatic outcomes, and all-cause mortality. The purpose of this analysis was to compare the effects of HTD1801 in Chinese and Western patients with T2DM with or without MASH. These data demonstrate that while the two populations are ethnically distinct with related but different diseases, treatment with HTD1801 was associated with improvements in key measures of glycemic, cardiometabolic, and hepatic benefit in both populations. HTD1801 offers holistic benefits that are observed in both Chinese and Western patients, irrespective of underlying disease, that address core aspects of both T2DM and MASH.“Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) Provides a Unique Therapeutic Approach for Patients with Metabolic Diseases and Severe Insulin Resistance”(Presentation 708, Oral Presentation, September 11, 12:45 PM CEST)About the Abstract: Insulin resistance is a significant risk factor for T2DM, obesity and MASH. HTD1801 enhances the utilization of glucose and fats through activation of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), thereby improving insulin sensitivity. As HTD1801 is under development as a treatment for patients with T2DM, as well as MASH, we analyzed the effects of HTD1801 response based on degree of insulin resistance. These data demonstrate that HTD1801 can alleviate the metabolic inhibitory effects caused by hyperinsulinemia, leading to even greater hepatic and metabolic benefits in patients with more severe insulin resistance, offering a unique therapeutic approach for individuals with T2DM and/or MASH.About HighTide TherapeuticsHighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (2511.HK) is a globally integrated biopharmaceutical company focusing on the discovery and development of first-in-class multifunctional multi-targeted therapies with chronic liver and metabolic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company is developing multiple clinical assets, including therapy for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), type 2 diabetes (T2DM), severe hypertriglyceridemia (SHTG), primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). Berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), the company’s lead drug candidate, received Fast Track designation from the U.S. FDA for both NASH and PSC, as well as Orphan Drug designation for PSC. In China, HTD1801 has been included in the National Major New Drug Innovation Program under the 13th Five-Year Plan for Major Technology Project.For more information, please visit www.hightidetx.comContact: pr@hightidetx.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- Deepanshu Madan, an Indian national with experience across India and Southeast Asia, becomes the latest partner at Asia’s leading secondary private equity firm- TR’s India business continues to expand and to capture growing opportunities as one of the first-movers in this spaceSingapore and Mumbai, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TR Capital, the leading Asian secondary private equity firm, is pleased to announce that Deepanshu Madan has been made the firm’s fourth Partner, marking an important milestone in the firm’s strategic growth.Deepanshu joined TR Capital seven years ago as a Director, and has since played a pivotal role in the development of the firm’s retail and healthcare portfolio across Asia. In November 2023, he was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of one of the firm’s portfolio companies, Pharmacity, in Vietnam. At Pharmacity, he is implementing a thorough redesign of the business model to return it to sustainable profitability.Paul Robine, Founder and CEO of TR Capital, said, “I am thrilled to welcome Deepanshu as our fourth Partner. His exemplary track record over the past seven years, including his exceptional contributions at Pharmacity, underscores the effectiveness of TR’s active investment approach.”Deepanshu Madan, Partner at TR Capital, said, “I am pleased to be appointed as a Partner at TR Capital and to contribute to the strong investment and ownership culture at the firm. We will continue to push boundaries in developing and supporting our portfolio companies whilst delivering on our active investment approach.”This new addition to TR Capital’s senior leadership team is a strategic move to bolster the firm’s expansion in key markets, particularly in India. Recent initiatives, including leading the innovative Samara Capital continuation fund and the Fibe secondary direct deal, highlight TR's commitment to advancing its market presence.In accordance with its growth strategy, TR Capital has recently realigned its local teams at the Director and VP levels to ensure it remains attuned to the dynamics of each local market.Mr. Robine further commented, “The global secondary market landscape is evolving rapidly, particularly in India, where smaller secondary funds are surfacing alongside established players like TR Capital, creating an increasingly dynamic industry. As a pioneer in this sector, we take great pride in our innovative contributions to the Indian market and look forward to continued success in the future.”About TR CapitalTR Capital is a leading secondary private equity investor in the Asia-Pacific region, providing liquidity solutions to owners of private equity assets through single asset and portfolio transactions. The firm makes significant investments in innovative leaders in the Technology, Next-Generation Consumer and Healthcare sectors across Asia. TR Capital is an active investor and shareholder and works with its portfolio companies to optimize their business models and capital structures. TR Capital currently manages funds with aggregate capital commitments of close to US$1.5 billion. The firm’s sophisticated investor base includes sovereign funds, pension funds, asset management firms, entrepreneurs, and family offices.For more information, please contact:Artemis AssociatesDiana Footitt, CEOdiana.footitt@artemisassociates.com+852 9183 0667Dan Bradley, Managing Directordan.bradley@artemisassociates.com+852 6145 7455Bowen Chui, Directorbowen.chui@artemisassociates.com+852 9783 0643 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月11日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) — 君圣泰医药（股票代码: 2511.HK），一家专注于开发多功能创新疗法以解决慢性肝病和代谢性疾病未满足临床需求的医药公司，在第60届欧洲糖尿病研究协会（EASD）年会上发布两项研究成果，展示熊去氧胆小檗碱（HTD1801）作为对靶向肠-肝系统的抗炎及代谢调节剂，在2型糖尿病（T2DM）患者中完成的二项临床2期试验的事后分析结果。君圣泰首席开发官Leigh MacConell博士表示：“这些数据进一步揭示了：HTD1801作为一种创新多功能治疗药物，具有为T2DM患者带来获益的潜力。正在进行的两项3期临床研究（NCT06350890, NCT06415773）已于2024年第二季度完成入组，将评估HTD1801单药或与二甲双胍联合使用在T2DM患者中的疗效与安全性。我们对研究结果充满期待，并预期于2025年对其公布。”“熊去氧胆小檗碱（HTD1801）在中国和西方T2DM患者中的疗效对比”（报告编号711，口头报告，9月11日，12:45 PM CEST）摘要：T2DM和代谢相关脂肪性肝炎（MASH）密切相关，互相增加对方不良结局的风险。T2DM合并MASH患者面临较高的MASH组织学进展、心血管事件、肝脏恶性结局和全因死亡的风险。本次分析的目的是比较HTD1801在中国和西方T2DM患者中（无论是否合并MASH）的疗效。结果显示，尽管在人种上有所不同，但在使用HTD1801治疗后，两组患者在血糖、心血管代谢和肝脏获益方面均有显着改善。不论患者的基础疾病如何，在中、西方患者中都观察到了HTD1801可针对T2DM和MASH的核心问题带来综合获益。“熊去氧胆小檗碱（HTD1801）为伴有严重胰岛素抵抗的代谢病患者提供独特治疗方案”（报告编号708，口头报告，9月11日，12:45 PM CEST）摘要：胰岛素抵抗是T2DM、肥胖和MASH的显着风险因素。HTD1801可通过激活AMP-激活蛋白激酶（AMPK）来增强对葡萄糖和脂肪的利用率，从而改善胰岛素敏感性。考虑到HTD1801正在作为T2DM和MASH的治疗药物进行开发，本次分析的目标是基于胰岛素抵抗程度来评估HTD1801的疗效。结果显示，HTD1801可以缓解高胰岛素血症引起的代谢抑制作用，尤其是在胰岛素抵抗较为严重的患者中，能带来更显着的肝脏和代谢获益，为T2DM和MASH患者提供了独特的治疗方法。关于君圣泰医药君圣泰医药（HighTide Therapeutics, Inc.）是一家全球一体化的新型生物技术公司，专注于慢性肝病和代谢性疾病等领域的重大未满足临床需求。公司立足源头创新，以患者的综合临床获益和整体健康改善为目标，开发First-in-Class、多功能、多适应症的原创新药。基于自主知识产权，公司已构建丰富产品管线，在全球推进多项中、后期临床试验，开发代谢异常性脂肪性肝炎（MASH）、2型糖尿病（T2DM）、严重高甘油三酯血症（SHTG）、原发性硬化性胆管炎（PSC）等适应症。作为同类首创的多靶点新分子实体，小檗碱熊去氧胆酸盐（HTD1801）被美国FDA授予2项“快速通道资格认定”、1项“孤儿药资格认定”，并获得国家“十三五•重大新药创制”科技重大专项支持。 Copyright 2024 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com.