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China in Foreign Eyes
HANGZHOU, China, Dec. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a report from China Report ASEAN: On November 25, the awards ceremony for the 2023 Panda Cup Foreign Student Essay Contest took place at the Zhejiang University of Media and Communications (ZUMC) in Hangzhou, capital of east China's Zhejiang Province. Attending the ceremony were Gao Anming, vice president and editor-in-chief of China International Communications Group (CICG), Luo Lili, a... Read More
Panda Cup Qingtian Tour: Home Away from Home
LISHUI, China, Dec. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Report ASEAN: On November 26 and 27, more than 30 winners of the Panda Cup Foreign Student Essay Contest traveled to Qingtian County, Lishui City, which is located in the mountainous region of southern Zhejiang Province. During the trip, young students from more than 20 countries experienced the cultural charm of Qingtian, acquired a better... Read More
Panda Cup Tongxiang Tour: Exploring the Ancient Town
TONGXIANG, China, Dec. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- By China Report ASEAN. "This is my first visit to an ancient Chinese town," marveled Eva Akimova, a Russian student from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, upon reaching Puyuan Town in Tongxiang, east China's Zhejiang Province. "I had only seen these ancient villages, small bridges, murmuring brooks, and exquisite pavilions on TV before. It's so beautiful!" On November 28, the winners of... Read More
Celebrate the Holiday Season with TCL: Unwrap the Gift of Unparalleled Entertainment and Elevated Home Comfort
HONG KONG, Dec. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TCL Electronics (1070.HK), a leading consumer electronics brand and the world's top two TV brands, is celebrating the holiday season by inviting you to rekindle the joy and warmth of holiday at home with its innovative range of home entertainment and smart domestic devices. As families gather and festive spirits soar, TCL's offerings are the perfect complement to creating a happy, healthy home filled... Read More
Xinhua Silk Road: Songjiang serves as logistics hub and growth engine for high-quality development in China's Yangtze River Delta
BEIJING, Dec. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A G60 cross-border freight train running on the China-Laos Railway loaded with 39 twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) containers of household appliances such as washing machines, air conditioners and refrigerators as well as engineering machinery and optical instruments has recently departed from Songjiang District of Shanghai towards Laos and Myanmar. "G60" refers to the G60 S Innovation Valley of... Read More
NOW OPEN: Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou Welcomes Guests to a Private Island Oasis in One of the China's Most Engaging Cities
SUZHOU, China, Dec. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Four Seasons, a global leader in luxury hospitality, in collaboration with the Hong Kong leading developer Sun Hung Kai Properties, announces the grand opening of Four Seasons Hotel Suzhou. This new Hotel is a testament to the strong partnership between the two, set to become a dazzling new landmark in Suzhou and the Yangtze River Delta region, redefining the paradigm of urban luxury resorts. Read More
Powering Up Queensland: Jackery's Exclusive Debut at 43 Bunnings Warehouses
BRISBANE, Australia, Dec. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jackery, the global leader of innovative portable power and green outdoor energy solutions, is delighted to announce its grand debut at 43 Bunnings Warehouse stores across Queensland, just in time for the festive season. This collaboration marks a monumental stride in Jackery's mission to redefine portable power accessibility in Australia.... Read More
Moldova's Parliament Extends Unique Tech Business Enabling Framework and 7% taxation ceiling up to 2035
CHISINAU, Moldova, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moldova's Parliament has passed the Law on Information Technology Parks (No.77/2016), a new chapter is set to begin for the nation's thriving technology sector. This landmark decision will extend the operational period of Moldova Innovation Technology Park (MITP.md) from 10 to 20 years, maintaining the state's guarantee for the 7% single tax until 2035 and affirming Moldova's commitment to... Read More
Leading the Way in IT Security: AV-Comparatives Release Comprehensive Analysis of more than 30 Enterprise IT Security Solutions EPR; EDR; XDR for 2024
INNSBRUCK, Austria, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AV-Comparatives launches what promises to be its most comprehensive analysis ever of enterprise IT security solutions, turning the spotlight on Endpoint Protection, EDR, and XDR products. This analysis is powered by a year's long-term testing and in-depth study, promising unparalleled clarity. Prepare for the insights you need to make the most informed security decisions for 2024. AV-... Read More
iQIYI Gains Attention with Theatrical Releases and Socially Impactful Storytelling
BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI, an innovative market-leading online entertainment service in China, has gained significant attention and acclaim for its recent theatrical releases in China and overseas. These include crime films such as The Invisible Guest and Wolf Hiding, as well as the socially focused Trending Topic. The Invisible Guest, presented by iQIYI PICTURES, has achieved 100 million RMB (approximately 14 million USD)... Read More
Bybit's Latest Leap: P2P Crypto Trading with Zero Transaction Fees
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's third largest crypto exchange by volume, has officially rolled out a zero-fee structure for its peer-to-peer (P2P) trading platform. This policy eradicates fees for both buyers and sellers, unlocking greater savings and maximizing profits for traders globally. Bybit's attractive zero-fee... Read More
Blue Oasis in Tengger Desert: SOFAR Powers a 300MW Utility PV Project in Gansu, China
SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, the 300MW utility project powered by SOFAR has been commissioned. Located in the south edge of China's fourth largest desert Tengger Desert, the plant is expected to generate 540 million kWh of clean electricity annually and restore 5.2 square kilometers of grassland after being fully connected to the grid this week, saving 160,000 tons of SCE per year. Over... Read More
Pooling the Wisdom of Five Continents - The First Overseas Chinese Talent Conference for Development Opens in Fuzhou, Fujian Province
FUZHOU, China, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from Global Times: In the depths of a dedicated heart, there persists a profound love for the homeland. More than 60 million Chinese are working and living overseas, contributing to the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. On the morning of December 20, the First China Overseas Chinese Talent Conference for Development, co-hosted by the All-China Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese and... Read More
OR launches new PTT Station Flagship as a gateway to embrace more diversification and pursue its objectives of becoming sustainable growth platform
BANGKOK, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For years, PTT Oil and Retail Business Plc. (OR)'s fuel station known as "PTT Station" has become a favorite one-stop lifestyle destination for customers, serving far beyond its original purpose as a gas station, with a wide range of modern amenities, convenient stores, coffee shops, restaurants and many more. Touted to be a community center or "Living Community", PTT Station is a value-creating area that... Read More
Tokyo Dome Hotel Showcases Renovated Executive Floors: A New Chapter in Urban Luxury
TOKYO, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestled in the heart of Tokyo's vibrant Bunkyo-ward at 1-3-61 Koraku, the Tokyo Dome Hotel, under the leadership of President and General Manager Fumiyuki Munakata, stands as a beacon of comfort and convenience for travelers. Having opened its doors in 2000, the hotel recently underwent its first significant renovation, unveiling its new look this year. The highlight of this transformation is the... Read More
Global Times: Fujian 'boat dwellers' chart new hope-filled path ashore amid China's modernization process
BEIJING, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "This is my treasure!" A yellowed newspaper has been carefully preserved in a ziplock bag by Lin Caizeng, a fisherman from Xiapu county, East China's Fujian Province, for 22 years. The six family photos in this newspaper briefly outline the first half of Lin's life. In 1984, Lin, the third child in a family of six, lived on a small boat, subsisting on fishing. In 1998, with the support of the local... Read More
Bybit Secures Top Rankings in Institutional Crypto Futures
DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's third-largest crypto exchange by volume, is thrilled to announce its continued ascent in the institutional crypto market, claiming top positions in several key derivatives categories. Recent data from Coinglass reveals Bybit's stella performance, securing top positions in key derivatives categories. Bybit is proud to rank third in Total BTC Futures open interest and claims the top... Read More
Kitchens@ Secures an Impressive $65 Million in C Series Funding from the Thriving Growth Investment Firm, Finnest
BANGALORE, India and LONDON, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kitchens@, a leading powerhouse in the dynamic cloud kitchen industry, is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of $65 million in funding from Finnest, an emerging growth investment firm headquartered in London. Significantly, Swiggy played a pivotal role as a major investor in Kitchens@ during the Series B funding round. Notably, Finnest (A BNP Company), founded by two... Read More
Dior Atelier of Dreams Unveil a Festive Christmas Takeover at Hong Kong International Airport
HONG KONG, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The renowned luxury beauty brand Christian Dior Parfums made a glittering debut of of "The Atelier of Dreams" grand opening, partnering with The Shilla Duty Free (Shilla) at the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) on 22nd November, marking the delightful beginning of the Christmas season celebrations. The Grand Opening Ceremony was held at the Central Concourse of Terminal 1 where the magnificent... Read More
P&C Solution to Unveil New Product 'METALENSE 2' at CES 2024
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- P Solution has announced its participation in the upcoming CES 2024 International Consumer Electronics Show, set to take place in Las Vegas from Jan. 9 until Jan. 12 for four days. As a company specializing in XR/AR technologies, P Solution plans to reveal the METALENSE 2 at CES 2024, the follow-up model of the METALENSE which earned the "CES 2023 Innovation Award" this year. The... Read More
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