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Shanghai Electric Concludes Eight-Day Upskilling Program for Pakistan's Thar Project Employees

KARACHI, Pakistan, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty employees from Pakistan's Thar Coalfield Block I Energy Integration Project recently completed an intensive eight-day training program in Shanghai and Beijing, China. The program, which is part of Shanghai Electric's (SEHK:2727, SSE:601727) talent upskilling initiative, provided the participants with hands-on learning opportunities and in-depth insights to upgrade their skillsets and... Read More

Anton's World of Visuals

QINGDAO, China, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anton's World of Visuals is an episode of the documentary series A Learning Journey, produced by the Center for International Cultural Communication (CICC), a subsidiary of CICG. This series highlights China's cultural heritage, technological advancements, rural revitalization, cross-cultural dialogue, and ecological conservation, all of which are presented from the perspectives of international... Read More

Yutong Bus Delivers 500 Units of the New V6 Van to Latin America

ZHENGZHOU, China, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading global commercial vehicle manufacturer Yutong Bus (SHA:600066) has delivered 500 units of its recently released V6 (Van 6) vans to Latin America, marking a major milestone of Yutong's strategic roadmap in the Latin American market.     "The 500 units of the V6 light commercial vehicle have been gradually deployed across the Latin American market. We eagerly anticipate witnessing the... Read More

Safety Is the Ultimate Luxury: Chery's Flagship TIGGO 9 Makes Global Debut

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On December 19, TIGGO 9 was simultaneously launched in the UAE and Kuwait. The event was attended by Ms. Ou Boqian, Consul General of the Chinese Consulate in Dubai, Mr. Wang Xiaojia, Commercial Counsellor, and Mr. Zhang Guibing, General Manager of Chery International. Tim Zhang, General Manager of the Middle East region, Chery International, introduced Chery's strategic plans for the UAE/GCC market.... Read More

XTransfer and OCBC Jointly Announce Comprehensive Partnership

SHANGHAI, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XTransfer, the World's Leading China's No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, and OCBC, the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia, jointly announced the comprehensive partnership. OCBC China will leverage the OCBC Group's extensive regional network and resources in its key markets of Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia and Indonesia to collaborate with XTransfer to provide... Read More

THE STATE OF GLOBAL OPTIMISM REVEALED BY LG IN NEW SURVEY

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest research by LG Electronics (LG), 48 percent of consumers say they are more optimistic now than they were compared to six months ago. The survey, conducted across 16 markets, provides extensive data on global optimism, its drivers and the demographics that feel the most optimistic and happy. The global average optimism score is 7.49/10. France, the UK and Australia were... Read More

ATFX won "Best Online Trading Company Global 2024" at World Business Outlook Awards 2024

HONG KONG, Dec. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ATFX, a leading global forex and CFD broker, has been awarded the "Best Online Trading Company Global 2024" by the World Business Outlook Awards. This accolade highlights ATFX's unwavering dedication to excellence, innovation, and delivering a superior trading experience for its clients worldwide. This recognition underscores ATFX's ability to combine cutting-edge trading technology with a client-... Read More

ATFX Connect won "Outstanding FX Liquidity Provider" Award at FinanceFeeds 2024

LONDON, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ATFX Connect, the institutional arm of global trading platform ATFX, has been honored with the prestigious "Outstanding FX Liquidity Provider" award at the FinanceFeeds Awards 2024. This recognition underscores ATFX Connect's industry-leading position in providing deep and reliable foreign exchange (FX) liquidity, a critical factor for institutional clients navigating global financial markets. The... Read More

Schneider Electric India Recognized by Frost & Sullivan as the Indian Company of the Year 2024

SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost Sullivan recently assessed the metering industry, and based on its analysis, it has recognized Schneider Electric India Pvt Ltd (SEIPL) for the 2024 Indian Company of the Year Award. Schneider Electric India Pvt Ltd (SEIPL) is the Indian arm of Schneider Electric, a global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation . A recognized name in India's metering industry,... Read More

Xinhua Silk Road: NE. China's Harbin welcomes visitors with special ice and snow attractions

BEIJING, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 26th edition of Harbin Ice and Snow World opened in Harbin, known as the "ice city" in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on December 21, marking the return of one of the country's most iconic winter theme parks. A large number of visitors flocked into the park the moment it opened, and some of them queued up for hundreds of meters to experience the popular ice slides. In addition to the Harbin... Read More

MARINTEC INNOVATION CONFERENCE 2024: Setting Sail Towards a Greener Future

HONG KONG, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marintec Innovation 2024 (MINO 2024) was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the maritime industry's journey towards sustainability. The conference opened with a virtual welcome from Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, Secretary General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), followed by inspiring opening speeches from Mr. Zhang Xin, Deputy Director of the Shanghai Municipal... Read More

New Report: What rises in the East and goes down in the West? Ambition to lead

BRUSSELS, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Professionals in Western countries are less ambitious and less interested in work than their 'Global South' peers, a new global study by Amrop, a leading global executive search and leadership consulting firm, reveals. "The drive and ambition in India, Brazil, and China highlight a contrast with the aging societies in the West. As Western nations also face a scarcity of qualified professionals, the... Read More

Don't miss 2024 Seoul Lantern Festival and 2024 Gwanghwamun Market this Christmas

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Seoul Tourism Organization has ANNOUNCED that the 2024 Seoul Lantern Festival, held along the iconic Cheonggyecheon Stream, and the 2024 Gwanghwamun Market, taking place in Gwanghwamun Square, have already welcomed 560,000 visitors within their first week. These events have firmly established themselves as Seoul's signature winter festivals, capturing the attention of both residents and... Read More

CNN rings in 2025 from across the Asia Pacific, culminating with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen in New York

HONG KONG, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNN is gearing up for another unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration, leading its global audience into 2025 with music, laughter, and live coverage from around the world. At 7:00 AM ET, CNN kicks off its live reporting from various international cities as they ring in the new year in the Asia Pacific, with Kristie Lu Stout anchoring live from Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong starting at 9:00 AM ET/10:00... Read More

JA Solar and Huawei Collaborate with UNESCO and Thailand's Ministry of Education to Advance Green Education

BEIJING, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JA Solar, a global leader in the PV industry, recently joined forces with Huawei, UNESCO, and Thailand's Ministry of Education to launch a green education initiative at the Banna District Learning Encouragement Center in Nakhon Nayok Province, Thailand. The project aims to provide clean energy solutions and digital education opportunities to 11 schools and community centers, fostering a new generation... Read More

DAZN ADVANCES GLOBAL EXPANSION WITH ACQUISITION OF FOXTEL, A LEADING AUSTRALIAN SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT MEDIA GROUP

LONDON, NEW YORK, and SYDNEY, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DAZN, a world-leading sports entertainment platform, has today announced an agreement to acquire Foxtel Group ('Foxtel') from its majority shareholder News Corp and minority shareholder Telstra at an enterprise value of US$2.2 billion, subject to regulatory approval. Read More

CNOOC Limited Brings On-stream Suizhong 36-2 Oilfield 36-2 Block Development Project

HONG KONG, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNOOC Limited (the "Company", SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) today announces that Suizhong 36-2 Oilfield 36-2 Block Development Project has commenced production. The project is located in Liaodong Bay of Bohai Sea, with an average water depth of approximately 27 meters. The main production facility is a new unmanned wellhead platform. A total of 21 development wells... Read More

The 6th "My China Story" International Short Video Competition Award Ceremony Held in Harbin

HARBIN, China, Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 6th "My China Story" International Short Video Competition Award Ceremony was held in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on December 19, 2024. Du Zhanyuan, member of the Standing Committee of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and president of China International Communications Group, and He Liangjun, member of the Standing... Read More

Meet With Culture: Rediscovering the Hutong Culture in Beijing

BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beijing, as a capital of five dynasties in history, preserves rich historical heritage, such as traditional buildings and hutongs (alleys). Yangmeizhu Xiejie, an alley in Xicheng District of Beijing, is regarded as one of Beijing's ten most beautiful alleys for its historical charm, traditional culture and the shops with creative designs and products.   Since 2013, the government Xicheng District has been... Read More

The Legend of the Dragon

BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CICG recently unveiled an animated video titled "The Legend of the Dragon," which delves into the realm of traditional Chinese culture. Drawing inspiration from the legendary tales of dragons in Chinese mythology, this video aims to show the world the spiritual treasure of the Chinese nation and the profound cultural heritage of China.   Set in the legendary Battle of Zhuolu, "The Legend of the Dragon"... Read More