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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Hong Kong’s economic outlook and business confidence are set to further improve in 2025, CPA Australia’s latest survey shows. With more than half of respondents predicting their company’s revenue will grow in 2025, companies are becoming more aggressive in their expansion plans and hiring intentions are the highest since 2020. (from left to right) Mr Robert Lui, Divisional Councillor of CPA Australia 2024 in Greater China; Ms Karina Wong Divisional Deputy President of CPA Australia 2024 in Greater China; Mr Cliff Ip, Divisional President of CPA Australia 2024…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Register for FREE Buyer Badge: https://tinyurl.com/3wpf8hr2Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 51st Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, the 16th Hong Kong Baby Products Fair and the 23rd Hong Kong International Stationery & School Supplies Fair (jointly organised with Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd) will be held from 6-9 January 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The three concurrent fairs – themed New Play for All – are expected to welcome more than 2,500 global exhibitors, showcasing a diverse selection of smart…

SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – JJ-LAPP, the cable technology joint venture of diversified industrial conglomerate Jebsen & Jessen Group and LAPP Holding Asia, announced its partnership with Deye, a leading player in the global solar inverter market, in Malaysia. Through this strategic partnership, JJ-LAPP will handle the sales, distribution, and service support of Deye’s complete range of solar energy products and solutions, marking the first time Deye’s advanced solar energy technology will be introduced to the Malaysian market. Marc von Grabowski, CEO, JJ-LAPP and David Ji, Deputy General Manager, Deye Under the Malaysia…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – The MIPIM Asia 2024 Awards, which honor excellence and innovation in Asia’s real estate industry, reveals this year’s winners during the Gala Dinner on December 4 at the Grand Hyatt in Hong Kong.The prestigious awards garnered numerous nominations from various countries, showcasing the remarkable diversity and growth within the sector. This wide array of nominations reflects the innovation and creativity emerging from the region and underscores the increasing resilience and global recognition of these projects.Led by Mr. Donald CHOI, President of the Hong Kong Institute of Real Estate…

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Fineline Design— a renowned name for interior design and renovation—has won its 7th Qanvast SuperTrust Award in 2024, highlighting its commitment to creative and exceptional home solutions. This award reflects the comprehensive services and expertise provided to homeowners in Singapore, transforming their spaces into blissful homes. This interior design company aims to provide unparalleled quality that exceeds customers’ expectations. Fineline Design wins Qanvast SuperTrust Award for 7 consecutive years (2018–2024). Fineline Design Receives Qanvast SuperTrust Award With consistent recognition from the Qanvast SuperTrust Award 2017 through 2024, Fineline Design has…

HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has been recently named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Public Cloud Platforms Q4 2024 report. Alibaba Cloud believes this designation recognizes its depth of its cloud and AI offerings and strategy, its significant global presence, as well as the ability to provide its global customers with a wide range of products and services. This is the first time Alibaba Cloud has been recognized as a Leader among other significant public cloud platform providers in this report.Alibaba Cloud…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Southco’s new AC-50 Squeeze Handle Actuator features a dual cable pull system, enabling greater freedom in actuator positioning and secure multi-point latching on larger panels. This gives end users an ergonomic operating experience without compromising security. AC-50 Squeeze Handle Actuator As panels get larger, they become more difficult to secure. Multi-point latching is an effective solution to this problem, since multiple rotary latches can apply consistent force across the entire panel, preventing warping and leakage. However, it usually comes with complications since the latches need to be attached…

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Iskandar Investment Berhad (IIB), Nikkei Inc. and Nikkei Business Publication (Nikkei BP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly host the Nikkei Forum 2025 in Medini, Johor, Malaysia, in June 2025. This landmark event will bring together over 500 leaders from business, and government across Asia to exchange ideas, foster collaborations, and discuss key issues shaping the region’s future. With themes such as digital transformation, sustainable development, and emerging technologies, the forum provides a platform for cultivating partnerships in Southeast Asia. (From Left to Right) En Haris…

MACAO SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – On December 4, 2024, the “Celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Macao’s Return to the Motherland: The Story of Centenary Hotel Central Book Launch & Documentary Screening” event, organized by Lek Hang Group and supported by the Macao Government Tourism Office and the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute, was held at Bona International Cineplex in Macau. Lek Hang Group Chairman, Sio Chong Meng, announced that the book and documentary, “The Story of Centenary Hotel Central”, were born out of the revitalization project of the Hotel Central. The new book…

Increasing global insolvency levels heighten risks for executives. The febrile geopolitical landscape poses liability challenges for global corporations caught up in world events. “AI washing” is an emerging risk trend, leading to securities class action lawsuits. D&O market remains competitive but a step up in scrutiny of corporate conduct around the globe means loss potential is still high. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Directors and Officers (D&Os) have been operating in a highly complex environment throughout 2024, and further volatility can be expected during 2025. Executives face multiple exposures in an increasingly interconnected business world,…

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Gold has been valued for its stability when the financial fires are raging. That stable nature was underscored in 2024 when its price shot upward, gaining over $700 per ounce. This amounted to a 34% increase since January. The vibrant price increase has gotten traders and investors all jazzed up again about gold, with the most pressing question among them being: could gold exceed the $3,000 price point by 2025? Kar Yong Ang, a financial market analyst at Octa broker, delves into the topic. Inflation, interest rates, and…

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2024 – Ren Li, the visionary founder of Letright Corporation, was awarded the Responsible Business Leader title at the prestigious ACES Awards 2024. His recognition highlights his pioneering efforts in integrating sustainability into business operations and his unwavering commitment to ethical governance and community welfare. Ren Li, Founder of Letright Corporation (centre), was honoured as the Responsible Business Leader at the prestigious ACES Awards 2024 held recently in Bangkok, Thailand. The award was presented on stage by Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of the ACES Awards (left), and Hemant Batra, Honorary Chairman…

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – Commerce Dot Com Sdn. Bhd. (CDC) achieved an extraordinary milestone at the Malaysia Public Relations Awards (MPRA) 2024, taking home an unprecedented three gold awards for its outstanding campaigns. This landmark victory underscores CDC’s leadership in corporate communications and its unwavering commitment to excellence, ethics, and innovation. These accolades highlight CDC’s dedication to crafting narratives that champion ethics, innovation, and inclusivity in corporate communications. CDC secured the Gold Award in the Public Affairs category for its Strong Ethics Nurture Integrity (SENI) campaign, which aimed to address procurement challenges…

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – The prestigious Best Places to Work certification program has revealed its 2024 rankings, recognizing leading organizations in Saudi Arabia that excel in creating outstanding workplaces focused on employee satisfaction, engagement, and well-being. The rankings are divided into three categories based on company size: large, mid-sized, and small.In the Large Companies category (over 1,000 employees), Roshn secured the top position for its commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaging work culture. It was followed by the Royal Commission for AlUla, dedicated to preserving Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage, and International…

57% of leaders say ROI is exceeding their expectations, compared to 29% of others. Financial reporting is the most common usage area – but this is widening out to include treasury management, risk management and tax Nearly three-quarters of leaders have developed principles and guidelines on the responsible use of AI HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – New research from KPMG International reveals the dramatic extent to which artificial intelligence (AI) is being deployed in organisations’ finance operations – with compelling levels of ROI and a wide range of benefits including better data and…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – Today, KGI has released its 2025 Market Outlook, covering regions including Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, the U.S., Singapore, and Indonesia. (From left) Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI; James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory; James Wey, Head of International Wealth Management at KGI; Kenny Wen, Head of Investment Strategy at KGI Reflecting on this year, the cooling of inflation and the labor market in the United States has brought the economy to a roughly balanced risk between employment and inflation. With Trump re-entering the…

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – Hong Kong Design Centre’s (HKDC) new landmark, DX design hub (the Hub) successfully concluded its Launching Party today. The celebratory event was attended by guests comprising of top government officials, business leaders and Mainland and France delegations. The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is responsible for strategy formulation, coordination, and supervision of the Hub while HKDC is responsible for operating the Hub. To ensure the success of the DX design hub launching party, all partners have…

– Developed in consultation with industry, refreshed Skills Framework for Media introduces new technical skills and competencies for emerging technologies like virtual production and generative artificial intelligence.- New company-led apprenticeship programme with media companies to expand job and training opportunities in the industry- 28 Virtual Production projects supported, and 650 media professionals trained to date under the Virtual Production Innovation fundSINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has worked closely with the media industry to introduce a refresh to the Skills Framework for Media, which will provide up-to-date sector information, job…

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – Dr. Chana Poomee, Chairman of Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA), revealed that TCMA has been participating in COP for the third consecutive year, including COP29 hosted by the Republic of Azerbaijan from November 11–22, 2024, in Baku. The conference revolved around the theme In Solidarity for a Green World. Thailand, represented by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, showcased its achievements at the Thailand Pavilion, covering key areas: climate policy, climate technology, climate action, and climate finance. At COP29, TCMA, in collaboration with Department of Climate Change and…

SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2024 – Prince Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Prince Holding Group, proudly supported the ASEAN Regional Mine Action Center (ARMAC) during the recently concluded Siem Reap-Angkor Summit on a Mine-Free World. The Foundation provided strategic communications expertise and exhibition design that highlighted ARMAC’s innovative victim assistance programs and technological initiatives, engaging over 700 delegates from more than 100 nations. Prince Foundation supports ARMAC during the Siem Reap-Angkor Mine-Free World Summit. As part of its contribution to the Fifth Review Conference, Prince Foundation designed ARMAC’s exhibition booth, which was widely praised…