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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2026 – The Grand Final and Award Ceremony of Orbis Future Vision Leaders 2025/26 concluded successfully at the LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. Organized by Orbis, the program nurtures social innovation and humanitarian empathy among youth by enabling tertiary students to transform classroom knowledge into practical community projects that prevent avoidable blindness.

The campaign spans three core tracks:

• Heal the Future: Infusing medical blindness prevention with psychological empathy and public health outreach.
• Educator 2.0: Deep-diving into campus eye care education and fostering inclusive values in schools.
• Visionary Start-up: Exploring social enterprise models to deliver sustainable accessibility solutions.

Cross-Disciplinary Mobilization Across 10 Hong Kong Universities

Mary Lau, Executive Director of Orbis Hong Kong, praised the student cohorts for independently connecting with over 25 community partners. Through these grassroots collaborations, student teams designed and executed a wide range of interactive eye advocacy initiatives, including vision screenings, clinical escape rooms, AR eye disease simulations, and braille decoding workshops, directly serving more than 2,200 citizens.

The initiative rallied students from 10 major tertiary institutions across Hong Kong (listed in no particular order):

• The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
• The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
• Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU)
• Lingnan University (LU)
• The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)
• Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
• The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK)
• City University of Hong Kong (CityU)

CEO Mentorship & Distinguished Judging Panel

To bolster the commercial viability and social impact of the Visionary Start-up track, Orbis engaged prominent corporate mentors to guide youth teams in market strategy and operational planning.

Participating Mentor Companies (in no particular order): Climate Incubator, Education for Good, HK Decoman Technology, Pet Space Group Limited, SOFE COFFEE, and V Cycle.

Grand Final Judging Panel:

• Ms. Mary Lau (Executive Director, Orbis Hong Kong)
• Dr. Vincent Lee Yau-wing (Orbis Volunteer Ophthalmologist & Specialist in Ophthalmology)
• Ms. Sharon Wang (Investment Manager, Beyond Ventures)
• Mr. Francis Ngai (Founder & CEO, Social Ventures Hong Kong)
• Mrs. Julie Ma (Principal, St. Stephen’s College)

Official Launch of the 2026/27 Campaign Cycle

The event concluded with a formal lighting ceremony led by the overall track champions, Orbis Executive Director Mary Lau, and academic representatives from participating universities. The ceremonial lighting of the stage centerpiece marked the conclusion of this cycle and signaled the official launch of the 2026/27 Future Vision Leaders Campaign.

Schools, academic faculties, and community institutions interested in co-curricular partnerships for the upcoming cycle can submit inquiries to student.hk@orbis.org

Full List of Award Winners: Orbis Future Vision Leaders 2025/26

Overall Track Champions

Heal the Future Overall Champion: The University of Hong Kong

• Project: Created the AEyeChatbot and AEyeScreen Helper web tools via AI/AR to connect with 1,000+ users and boost literacy.
• Team Members: Chan Tsz Ching, Angelina Cheng, Lee Po Wa, Ng Man Lok, Ho Chak Fung.

Educator 2.0 Overall Champion: The Chinese University of Hong Kong

• Project: School workshops combining visual simulation and tactile painting to foster inclusive values among children.
• Team Members: Siu Yan Tung Valerie, Wu Pui Yi, Cheung Hei Long Chloe, Chui Wui

Visionary Start-up Overall Champion: The University of Hong Kong

• Project: Offline digital twin navigation system assisting visually impaired elderly residents in GPS dead zones such as MTR stations.
• Team Members: Sirot Inthasorn, Napat Arjananont, Virakarn Boonfahpratan, Nutnornont Chamadol, Apiwit Triwatana.

Category Winners

1. Heal the Future Track

Vision for theCommunity Award: Hong Kong Metropolitan University (Ng Tim Tim, Wu Nai Wan Rebecca, KeithYeung, Kung Huen Nok) — Launched a Braille workshop, AR senior simulations, and a nursing escape room to drive community blind awareness.

Medical In SightAward: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Wong Pak Hei, Choy Yan Lam, Wong Mei Sze, Chiu Sze Ching, Wong Hiu Lam) — Delivered bilingual workshops and tailored eye screenings that evaluated over 110 ethnic minority seniors and empowered their caregivers.

Innovative Perspectivesin Technology Award: The University of Hong Kong (Chan Tsz Ching, Angelina Cheng, Lee Po Wa,Ng Man Lok, Ho Chak Fung) — Created the AEyeChatbot and AEyeScreen Helper web tools via AI/AR to connect with 1,000+ users and boost literacy.

Inclusivity for the VisuallyImpaired Community Award: The University of Hong Kong (Ng Tsun Hin, Chan Chun Yin, Cherry Lam,Winston Lam, Lam Cheung Yeung) — Hosted a blindfolded running workshop alongside a visually impaired athlete to build critical empathy with medical students.

2. Educator 2.0 Track

Color Adventures Award: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Tsang Pok Hei, Wu Hoi Shan, Tong Chi Kit, Ng Yu Hei) — Deployed an interactive Inside Out themed workshop featuring Stroop tests, paper folding, and drawing sessions to teach primary school students about eye structures, color blindness, and the connection between emotions and colors.

Eye Health Mission Award: Lingnan University / The Education University of Hong Kong (Cheung Ka Wun, Chan Yat Yi, Chan Wing Sze, Gu Shu Ya) — Organised the zero-budget ‘Sight-athlon’ carnival for primary students using AR eye simulations and Braille decoding.

The Unseen World Award: Lingnan University / The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong / Hong Kong Baptist University (Pang Yu Fei, Lo Hoi Chiu, Fan Man Kit) — Implemented a low-cost simulation workshop using DIY glasses to let school children experience glaucoma and color blindness.

Defeating VisionMonsters Award: The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Siu Yan Tung Valerie, Wu Pui Yi, Cheung HeiLong Chloe, Chui Wui) — Managed a color-blindness simulation glasses painting workshop to foster youth STEAM literacy and active prevention awareness.

3. Visionary Start-up Track

Joyful Journeys toWellness Award: The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Chan Ching Tung, Chan Hau Ying, Deng Yu Hing, Au Wing Sze) — Developed ZIP, a gamified walking app utilizing commission-based models to promote lowcarbon urban wellness.

Tech Solutions forChallenges Award: The University of Hong Kong (Sirot Inthasorn, Napat Arjananont, Virakarn Boonfahpratan, Nutnornont Chamadol, Apiwit Triwatana) —Developed GUIDO, an AI-powered 3D SLAM navigation device mitigating urban transit barriers via a Device-as-a-Service framework.

Co-Creating Community Award: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University / The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Yue Yee Ting, Ng Chiu Yee, Chan Chin Yik, Ho Lok Hin) — Formed an ecosystem connector program that bridges schools and NGOs while empowering visually impaired individuals as instructors.

Visual Arts Unleashed Award: Hong Kong Metropolitan University (Fung Ying Ching, Chan Yui Man, Wong Tsz Yi,Li Tsam Yu) — Established a tactile 3D art ecosystem allowing visually impaired individuals to independently create and experience gallery exhibits.

Hashtag: #OrbisHongKong

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Deepening professional resources and product‑technology expertise Optimising channels and accelerating brand globalisation

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2026 – 361 Degrees International Limited (“361°” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; HKSE stock code: 1361), a leading sportswear brand enterprise in China, announces its unaudited interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2026 (“the period under review”).

Financial performance

• Revenue increased by 8.0 % year on year to RMB6,159.8 million
• Gross profit increased by 8.7% year on year to RMB2,572.9 million; Gross profit margin increased by 0.3 percentage points to 41.8%
• Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 8.0% year on year to RMB925.9 million
• Net cash (including bank deposits, cash and cash equivalents) amounted to RMB4,728.8 million

Operationalhighlights

• 361° Super Premium Store (超品店) format continued to expand. A total of 187 stores launched nationwide, comprising 152 stores for core brand and 35 stores for kids. With an additional store in Cambodia, the total store count reached 188.
• The forerunner of “1+6” new retail omnichannel operating model. 361° entered into a strategic partnership with “JD Instant Delivery” (京東秒送), marking the full implementation of its instant retail strategy, under which offline physical store simultaneously operates across six online channels.
• The e-commerce business remained committed to a differentiated exclusive-product strategy. Capitalising on emerging consumer trends in sports such as tennis, badminton, and pickleball, it achieved simultaneous growth in both revenue and operational profitability.
• As the official partner of the Asian Games for five consecutive editions, 361° unveiled the official sportswear for the torchbearers of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya. The “Flying Flame 5” (飛燃5) Tokyo-exclusive coloured edition running shoes made their debut at the Tokyo Marathon Expo, where running brand ambassador GUAN Yousheng (管油勝) achieved outstanding results; and the Company served as the Honorary Partner of the Qingdao Marathon for the third consecutive year.
• 361° partnered with its global brand ambassador Nikola JOKIĆ to launch the second-generation signature basketball shoes, the “JOKER2 GT”, and launched the flagship guard shoes, “BIG3 7.0 PRO”.
• 361° Kids continuously expanded its product portfolio and event resource deployment. By aligning its efforts closely with the development characteristics of adolescents, the demands of sport-specific training, and the needs of campus physical fitness tests, the brand launched technology-driven products, including the “Flying Dagger-axe” (飛戈), the “Swift Leaping” (靈躍), the “Wind Hunter” (獵風), and the “Feiyan” (飛燕).

	For the six months ended 30 June			Change
		2026	2025
Profitability Data (RMB million)
Revenue		6,159.8	5,704.8	+8.0%
Gross profit		2,572.9	2,366.5	+8.7%
Operating profit		1,200.9	1,137.3	+5.6%
Profit attributable to equity holders		925.9	857.7	+8.0%
Basic EPS (RMB cents)		44.4	41.5	+7.0%
Profitability ratios (%)
Gross profit margin		41.8	41.5	+0.3 p.p.
Margin of profit attributable to equity holders		15.0	15.0	—
Dividend
Proposed interim dividend per share (HK cents)		22.2	20.4	+8.8%
Dividend payout ratio (%)		45.0	45.0	—

Financial Analysis
During the period under review, the Group’s total revenue increased by 8.0% to RMB6,159.8 million. Sales of the Group’s two core products, namely footwears and apparels, grew by 7.0% year on year to RMB3,517.4 million and 10.0% year on year to RMB2,336.6 million, respectively. The sales of footwear products accounted for 57.1% of the Group’s total revenue while apparel sales accounted for 37.9%. Revenue from 361° Kids remained a steady growth, with footwear and apparel revenue rising 11.7% and 0.5% year on year, accounting for 12.9% and 8.5% of the Group’s total revenue, respectively. In addition, revenue from the sales of web-exclusive products at the e-commerce business increased by 9.5% year on year to RMB1,989.0 million, accounting for 32.3% of the Group’s total revenue.

The gross profit during the period under review was RMB2,572.9 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 8.7%. Gross profit margin increased by 0.3 percentage points year on year to 41.8%. Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 8.0% year on year to RMB925.9 million, equivalent to earnings per share of RMB44.4 cents.

As at 30 June 2026, net cash (including bank deposits, cash and cash equivalents) amounted to RMB4,728.8 million (31 December 2025: RMB3,804.0 million). Trade and bills receivable turnover days maintained at 149 days. Inventory turnover days dropped from 117 days as at the end of 2025 to 102 days.

In recognition of the shareholders’ trust and support for the Group, the Board has resolved to declare an interim dividend of HK22.2 cents per ordinary share for the period under review, representing a dividend payout ratio of 45%.

Operation review
Omnichannel Upgrading and Deeper Global Expansion
361° advances its omnichannel integration throughout its online and offline platforms. Through initiatives such as retail scenario innovation and global market expansion, the Group continues to enhance its market share and retail operational efficiency.

As of 30 June 2026, the Group had a total of 5,076 361° branded stores in the Chinese mainland. During the period under review, the Group continued to optimise its store channel structure, resulting in robust growth in retail sales. In addition, Super Premium Store format continued to expand. A total of 187 stores launched nationwide, comprising 152 stores for core brand and 35 stores for kids. With an additional store in Cambodia, the total store count reached 188.

In terms of retail scenario innovation, as the forerunner of “1+6” new retail omnichannel operating model, 361° is one of the earliest sports brands to conduct full systematic integration of multi-platform omnichannel operations. In February 2026, 361° entered into a strategic partnership with “JD Instant Delivery”, marking the full implementation of its instant retail strategy, under which a single offline physical store simultaneously operates across six online channels.

In terms of international business, as at 30 June 2026, the Group had 1,167 offline points-of-sales (POSs) in the overseas market (excluding the Chinese mainland), covering regions such as the Americas, Europe, and regions alongside the Belt and Road Initiative, while actively expanding into global markets through cross-border e-commerce platforms and standalone sites. Overseas retail sales achieved a year-on-year increase of over 80% and overseas cross-border e-commerce sales marked a year-on-year increase of over 140%, demonstrating significant effectiveness of the Group’s internationalisation efforts.

In terms of e-commerce business, the Group remained committed to a differentiated exclusive-product strategy. Capitalising on emerging consumer trends in sports such as tennis, badminton, and pickleball, it achieved simultaneous growth in both revenue and operational profitability. In addition, ONEWAY, a Finnish professional outdoor brand, achieved a breakthrough in the Greater China market, with multiple outdoor products receiving positive market feedback.

Empowering the Event Ecosystem, Strengthening the Brand’s Professional Competitiveness
361° adheres to a two-way synergy between top-tier international event partnerships and proprietary event operations, building a professional, normalised, and internationalised brand event ecosystem. Event partnership has become a core resource in the Group’s international brand strategy. As the official partner of the Asian Games for five consecutive editions, the Group unveiled the official sportswear for the torchbearers of the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya during the period under review. The “Flying Flame 5” (飛燃5) Tokyo-exclusive coloured edition running shoes made their debut at the Tokyo Marathon Expo, and the Company served as the Honorary Partner of the Qingdao Marathon for the third consecutive year. 361° continues to enrich its brand sports‑event portfolio. Coupled with the on-court endorsement and empowerment from its international ambassador lineup, these initiatives have collectively demonstrated the technological strength and professional pursuit embodied in its products.

In terms of proprietary event operations, the Group continues to iterate and upgrade its mass-participation event system, regularly operating its own events such as the “3# Track” (三號賽道), “Light Up” (觸地即燃), “Women’s Fitness Gym” (女子健身局), and the “SWING AS ONE” (一拍即合) Badminton City Tournament, broadening the brand’s reach in the mass sports arena.

Dual-Track Synergy to Build a Differentiated Product Portfolio
Guided by the development strategy of “technology-driven, brand-first”, the Group continues to strengthen its foothold in core segments such as running and basketball, while positioning itself in emerging segments including trail running, women’s sports, and racquet sports, seizing growth opportunities through agile deployment.

As to running category, 361° continues to solidify the international positioning of its running products. At the Tokyo Marathon, the Group’s running brand ambassador GUAN Yousheng (管油勝) secured second place among all Chinese male participants, fully validating its product iteration capabilities in professional racing footwear. In the trail running segment, the “Peak Pierce V1” (淩刺V1) and “Peak Pierce V2” (淩刺V2) were launched, receiving widespread recognition from professional runners. Additionally, the “Titan 4CQT” (泰坦4CQT) running shoes were specifically designed for HYROX comprehensive fitness training, bridging the product gap between road running and comprehensive training. As to basketball category, 361° partnered with its global brand ambassador Nikola JOKIĆ to launch the second-generation signature basketball shoes, the “JOKER2 GT”. The flagship guard shoes, “BIG3 7.0 PRO”, made their debut at the Drew League in the United States, completing overseas on-court validation.

The Group is also expanding into emerging segments, launching the “Wenqing” (穩擎) all-round hard-court tennis shoes, the “Match Point” (賽點) professional pickleball shoes, and the “Victory PRO V2” (制勝PRO V2) professional badminton shoes tailored for the professional needs of different sports scenarios. In women’s sports, the Group continued to operate the “Women’s Fitness Gym” (女子健身局) community and launched the “I Am Colourful” (我自多彩) thematic campaign, building a women’s sports ecosystem from products to experiences through integrated online-offline marketing. The deployment in emerging segments not only drives business growth in the short term but also builds differentiated competitive advantages for the long term.

Strengthening Professional Resources and Product Technology to Consolidatethe “Youth Sports Expert“ Positioning
During the period under review, 361° Kids continued to consolidate its first-mover advantage in the kids’ sportswear market, maintaining steady growth. As of 30 June 2026, the number of 361° Kids POSs reached 2,202 in the Chinese mainland, anchored by fifth-generation stores and Super Premium Stores, forming a modern, multi-dimensional terminal channel system.

Professional event resource deployment continued to break new ground. 361° Kids is a strategic partner of the International Jump Rope Union, the exclusive title sponsor of the 2026 Asian Rope Skipping Championship and the 2027 World Jump Rope Championships, and has served as the official partner of the China National Rope Skipping Team for a long time. At the same time, the brand deepened its footprint in football and basketball by partnering with “Beijing Guoan Junior Training” (北京國安少訓) and the “China Football Development Foundation” (中國足球發展基金會), and signed three young basketball players as brand ambassadors. During the period under review, the fifth “National Rope Skipping Competition” (第五屆全國跳繩大賽), the “Light Up-Junior Basketball Game” (觸地即燃少年賽), the “361° Football Champions Cup” (361°足球冠軍杯), and a series of other events were regularly held across multiple cities nationwide, contributing to the steady expansion of the 361° Kids’ business. In terms of product research and development, 361° aligned its efforts closely with the development characteristics of adolescents, the demands of sport-specific training, and the needs of campus physical fitness tests. It launched technology-driven products, including the “Flying Dagger-axe” (飛戈), the “Swift Leaping” (靈躍), the “Wind Hunter” (獵風), and the “Feiyan” (飛燕), continuously broadening its target audience and application scenarios.

Prospect
Looking ahead to the second half of this year, the 361° Group will reinforce its brand positioning as “professional, youthful, and internationalised”, focus on technological innovation and brand building, accelerate penetration into segmented scenarios, and build a high-value, multicategory sports product ecosystem. The Group will steadily advance the execution of its strategic initiatives, continue to cultivate high-potential emerging markets globally, create long-term value for shareholders, and contribute to the high-quality development of China’s sports industry.

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About 361 Degrees International Limited

Established in 2003, 361° is one of the leading comprehensive sportswear enterprises in China. 361° owns a full industrial chain business covering product research and innovation, manufacturing, merchandise distribution and marketing, positioning for the mass market. Upholding the brand spirit of “ONE DEGREE BEYOND”, 361° continues to strengthen its brand positioning of “professional, youthful, and internationalised”, 361° is dedicated to becoming a globally respected sports brand, providing consumers with high-value, mass-market professional sports products, while inspiring everyone to love sports. 361° is dedicated to professional sporting, offering a wide range of high-quality products including running, basketball and sports life, catering comprehensively to the diverse needs of consumer groups. 361° Kids is positioned as a “Youth Sports Expert”, with differentiated competitive advantages of professional functionality, health technology, playfulness and trendy elements to better meet the needs of various sports and life for children and adolescents.

361° is committed to promoting the development of sports in China and around the world. It is the first Chinese sports brand to sponsor the Olympic Games and has sponsored the Asian Games for five consecutive editions. As an official partner of the Olympic Council of Asia, the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, and the official sportswear supplier for World Aquatics, 361° continues to integrate international sports resources, strengthening its influence in the professional sports sector.

361° has signed contracts with well-known athletes in professional fields, including international basketball superstars Nikola JOKIĆ, Aaron GORDON, Marathon star runners LI Zicheng, GUAN Yousheng and LIU Wenqing. In addition, 361° expands its presence in the sports lifestyle sector, signing prominent athletes such as swimmer SUN Yang and gymnast ZHANG Doudou, as well as young actor AO Ruipeng, enhancing its visibility and influence among younger consumer groups.

Currently, 361° operates a multi‑tiered, omni‑channel‑penetrating sales network across major cities in Chinese mainland. Meanwhile, 361° has established a strong offline retail presence in the overseas market (excluding Chinese mainland), covering regions such as the Americas, Europe, and regions alongside the “Belt and Road Initiative”, and has rolled out its overseas e-commerce platforms.

361° is included in the Hang Seng Composite Index series, as well as the Stock Connect programs between Hong Kong and Shanghai, and between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. For more details, please refer to its website: www.361sport.com.

Leading Park Companies to Forge New Partnership Across ASEAN

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) recently led a delegation of 11 Park companies to “Think Business, Think Hong Kong”in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, reinforcing its role as an orchestrator of Asian innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem and fostering tech ventures to go global and seize the emerging opportunities across ASEAN. Four park companies presented AI, robotics and green technologies at the HKSTP Pavilion, while the delegation engaged with government leaders, businesses and investors to forge new partnerships and accelerate regional market expansion. The event was officiated by Mr Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR Government, and YB Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport, Malaysia.

Malaysia is emerging as a strategic gateway for I&T companies seeking growth in ASEAN. As one of the region’s top three destinations for regional operations, it is well positioned to capture rising demand from Greater Bay Area enterprises, with 98% planning to scale their operations within ASEAN and 80% looking to establish a local presence. Supported by national initiatives including the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030), Malaysia offers significant opportunities in digital transformation and sustainable innovation.

Capturing these opportunities is central to HKSTP’s role as ASEAN’s trusted I&T partner. Through its ecosystem, HKSTP equips startups and technology ventures with funding, research infrastructure, business networks, mentorship and commercialisation services, enabling them to scale from an idea to global expansion, creating impact in the world. HKSTP has already built strong regional momentum, with more than 100 Park companies expanding into Southeast Asia in 2025, generating over HK$25 million in confirmed deals and more than HK$20 million in potential contracts. Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP joined the delegation led by Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, and visited Malaysia last year. During the visit, he met with Mr Chang Lih Kang, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation of Malaysia. He also visited the University of Malaya, and several local I&T institutions to explore the feasibility of strengthening cooperation. HKSTP also established Strategic partnership with Singapore’s TechX, a private subsidiary by the HTX – Home Team Science and Technology Agency of Singapore, further strengthen HKSTP’s ability to connect innovators with governments, enterprises and investors across the region.

Some park companies also have footprint in Malaysia. Neufast is a VC-backed award-winning tech venture that provides an enterprise SaaS platformleveraging proprietary, bias-mitigated AI to conduct multilingual video interviews for talent assessments. It supports numerous international insurance companies and MNCs in their hiring processes, successfully improving candidate screening efficiency and elevating job applicants’ interview experience with Neufast’s AI Recruiter. InnoBlock Technology Limited delivers AI-and blockchain-powered sustainability solutions that help a Malaysian enterprise strengthen its carbon ecosystem through trusted digital verification, intelligent carbon management, and data-driven innovation.

Mr. Eric Or, Chief Ecosystem Development Officer of HKSTP, said, “Malaysia has emerged as one of ASEAN’s most dynamic innovation markets, offering significant opportunities for technology companies seeking regional growth. Through our end-to-end innovation ecosystem and strong regional partnerships, we help innovators turn ideas into commercial success and connect them with customers, investors and collaborators across Southeast Asia.As Hong Kong’s largest I&T ecosystem, we look forward to deepening collaboration with Malaysia and supporting more companies in expanding across ASEAN.”

Beyond the exhibition, HKSTP hosted the “HKSTP Global Mixer: KL Chapter”, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders to showcase Hong Kong’s thriving I&T ecosystem while fostering new cross-boundary collaborations. During the delegation’s visit, HKSTP and participating Park companies also took part in business seminars, networking sessions and business matching meetings with government agencies, chambers of commerce, investors and industry stakeholders. These engagements reinforce Hong Kong’s role as a super-connector and technology springboard, creating new opportunities for companies to expand across Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region.

Appendix: HKSTP Park Companies Participating in Think Business, Think Hong Kong in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

1. Aerovision Technology Limited
2. Bcnetcom Limited*
3. Cogniser Infotech Ltd
4. Comba Telecom Systems Limited
5. InnoBlock Technology Limited*
6. Insight Robotics Limited*
7. Locolla Limited
8. Neufast Limited*
9. Reunite Limited
10. TAXIECO NEW WORLD LIMITED
11. Waste & Environmental Technologies Ltd.

Remarks: In alphabetical order

*Park companies presented their cutting-edge technologies at the HKSTP Pavilion.
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As EV adoption develops across the Middle East, VinFast is working with local partners across distribution, charging and aftersales to strengthen the ownership experience.

DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – The global EV market is entering a stage where selling the vehicle is only part of the challenge. As more electric vehicles reach new markets, automakers with international reach also need to build the infrastructure, service capabilities and customer support systems that can sustain ownership long after the initial sale.

This is particularly relevant in the Middle East, where EV adoption is gaining momentum and international brands are expanding their presence. For newer EV manufacturers, establishing a reliable ownership ecosystem requires more than simply importing vehicles. It also means working with local partners that understand the market, regulations and customer expectations.

Vietnam-based VinFast is among the companies taking this approach. As it enters the Middle East, the company is making substantial commitments to customers, including a 10-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty, a 10-year unlimited-kilometer battery warranty and five years or 100,000 km of free service for the all-electric mid-size VF 8. Supporting such commitments requires an aftersales infrastructure capable of serving customers throughout the ownership journey, which is why VinFast is taking a partnership-led approach to its expansion in the UAE, combining its EV business with established local expertise across distribution, service and charging.

VinFast signed an exclusive dealership agreement with Al Tayer Motors in 2024 for the distribution of VinFast EVs in the UAE. Established in 1982, Al Tayer Motors is one of the UAE’s leading automotive groups and represents major European and American automotive brands. It has a network of sales, service and parts centers, supported by 2,700 employees and digital platforms including e-commerce and a dedicated app. Al Tayer Motors also planned to establish a network of VinFast facilities across the UAE, extending the brand’s local service infrastructure.

VinFast has continued to strengthen that infrastructure through additional partnerships. In February 2026, VinFast Middle East signed a Memorandum of Understanding with PlusX Electric, a DEWA-approved EV charging and electric mobility solutions provider in the UAE.

The partnership focuses on charging accessibility and customer support, with the two companies exploring Portable EV Charging Pods, on-demand mobile charging and emergency charging as part of EV roadside assistance. They will also explore scalable charging and mobile-support solutions for commercial and fleet customers, as well as digital integration to streamline charging bookings and service updates.

The same partnership model extends to VinFast’s wider global aftersales strategy. At its 2026 Global Business Conference, the company signed MOUs with 29 aftersales partners across its international markets, including the Middle East. The partners are expected to establish EV service workshops that meet VinFast’s global standards, while VinFast aims to expand to more than 1,100 service workshops globally in 2026. The network will be supported by standardized technician training and certification, consistent operating procedures and quality controls, while its parts network targets delivery of common spare parts within 24 hours in key markets.

For EV brands entering the Middle East, the strength of the local support network can therefore become a competitive advantage. As VinFast’s UAE strategy shows, bringing an EV to market increasingly means building the capabilities around it that can make ownership dependable over the long term.

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• allnex is the global market and technology leader for Sag Control Agent (SCA) resin, a unique technology enabling excellent appearance of Automotive OEM coatings.
• Today allnex announced to build its first SCA production facility in APAC, the largest global Automotive market.
• This investment will significantly improve regional supply resilience, reduce lead times, and enhance service for our customers based in the APAC region
• And it will support faster adaptation of the next-generation of SCA’s including high-solid, low-bake, and sustainable “green SCA” solutions.

FRANKFURT, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – allnex, a leading global manufacturer and solution provider of coating resins and additives, today announced plans to expand its manufacturing footprint in Asia-Pacific with a strategic investment in Sag Control Agent (SCA) capacity at its Rayong site in Thailand.

Scheduled to begin operations in January 2028, this new SCA capacity investment, signifies allnex’s commitment to support its customers in the world’s fastest-growing automotive coatings markets.

By bringing SCA production into the APAC region, and importantly closer to customers, allnex will strengthen supply reliability, shorten lead times, and provide greater responsiveness to evolving market needs.

SCAs are a unique and cornerstone technology of allnex’s Automotive OEM product portfolio and they define its market leadership position in this application. allnex SCA resins have superior sag control functionality, enabling exceptional appearance in premium high-gloss clearcoats. These specialty resins ensure that coating manufacturers are able to meet the ever increasing demands of car producers for performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

Since allnex invented SCA resins four decades ago, all allnex SCA production was concentrated in its Bergen op Zoom facility in The Netherlands. In the last few years, APAC has become the largest SCA market globally with strong future growth projections driven by increased car production and requirements for better appearance. By making this investment in APAC, allnex will not only provide customers with proximity of supply and greater assurance, it will also ensure to have enough capacity available in time, to meet future growth.

“This strategic capacity investment for a unique technology, is driven by our commitment to our customers and their growth ambitions in Asia-Pacific. By localizing SCA production in Thailand, we are responding directly to customer needs for greater supply security, shorter lead times, and faster access to innovation. The new facility will strengthen our ability and agility to support both global and regional customers in APAC and allows us to meet future market demand.” said Ruben Mannien, Senior Executive Vice President APAC.

The Rayong site was selected following a comprehensive evaluation of multiple locations across the region. The site offers existing infrastructure, strong technical capabilities, and strategic proximity to key automotive manufacturing hubs, including China, India, Korea, and Southeast Asia.

The investment will include dedicated reactors for the production of SCA resins for plastic automotive parts and metal car bodies.

Beyond improving supply resilience, the new facility will support allnex’s latest SCA innovations designed for next-generation clearcoat systems, including high-solid, low-bake, and more sustainable coating technologies. These solutions help customers improve productivity, reduce energy consumption, and differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive market.

Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, ensuring production readiness ahead of anticipated market growth.

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With 1.93 million tertiary-educated workers in roles below their qualification level, employment alone may no longer be an adequate measure of career progress.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – Malaysia’s labour market has remained resilient, with overall unemployment falling to 2.9% in the first quarter of 2026. However, the figures may conceal a deeper challenge faced by qualified workers who may be employed without meaningfully progressing in their careers. During the same period, 1.93 million tertiary-educated workers, or 35.2%, were employed in semi-skilled or low-skilled roles.

This points to a gap between employment and career progression, particularly whether the workers’ qualifications and experience are helping them move into more skilled, complex and higher-values roles.

“We need to shift the conversation from employability to career mobility. Being employed is not the same as progressing,” said Lim Bee Ing, Centre Director of The University of Manchester South East Asia Centre. “For experienced professionals in Malaysia, progression increasingly requires the ability to lead across functions, make strategic decisions and navigate change. Purposeful postgraduate education can help build those capabilities.”

Evidence across Manchester’s MBA programmes also points to rising cross-field mobility rather than individual employment factors like qualification alone. Its latest MBA employment report found that 59% of the 2024 class changed sector, while 27% changed country, industry and job function.

Experience alone does not guarantee progress

For working professionals, career mobility depends on more than time spent in a role. Both workplace experience and postgraduate education can support progression when they help build broader capabilities, prepare professionals for more complex work and lead to greater responsibility.

Experience builds capability when professionals encounter new problems, assume higher responsibilities and make increasingly complex decisions. Years spent performing largely the same scope of work, however, may not translate into equivalent professional growth.

Similarly, a Master’s can support progression when it is linked to a clear career transition, such as moving from a specialist to a managerial role, changing functions or industries, taking on regional responsibilities, or leading digital and organisational transformation. It is less likely to deliver meaningful results when pursued as a standalone credential or with the expectation of an automatic promotion or salary increase.

“For experienced professionals, the value of an MBA is not simply in acquiring more knowledge, but in seeing their experience through a broader business lens,” said Xavier Duran, Global MBA Programme Director at Alliance Manchester Business School. “That broader perspective can help prepare them for the next stage of their career, whether that means moving into leadership, changing function or industry, or even taking on greater international responsibility.”

Preparing professionals for changing employer needs

Employer expectations are also evolving. Communication, problem-solving and strategic thinking remain important, while organisations increasingly require professionals who can interpret data, understand technology and navigate the impact of artificial intelligence.

As these demands reshape the workplace, an individual can remain technically qualified and continuously employed while becoming less prepared for their next role.

Studying while working can help bridge this gap by allowing professionals to apply new concepts directly to live organisational challenges. It also enables them to examine their experience critically and connect their existing expertise with wider areas such as strategy, finance, people and technology.

The Manchester Global Part-time MBA follows this model through flexible learning, interactive workshops and practical business projects for experienced professionals. Their applicants enter with an average of 12 years of professional experience, including six years in management, underscoring that the programme is designed to build on established careers rather than replace workplace experience.

Postgraduate education is not for salary increase alone

Career progression should be looked at beyond just salary benchmarking. More meaningful indicators include movement into higher-skilled work, broader decision-making responsibility, access to regional or international opportunities and the ability to lead more complex projects.

Malaysia has made progress in helping graduates enter and remain in the workforce. The next priority should be to turn employment into sustained progression, ensuring that talent continues to develop and move into work that makes fuller use of its capabilities.

More information on the MA in Educational Leadership in Practice (ELiP) is available at www.manchester.com.my/ma-educational-leadership-in-practice/.

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About The University of Manchester & Alliance Manchester Business School

The University of Manchester is ranked 35th in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026, 5th in the UK research powerhouse in REF 2021 and 2nd in THE Impact ranking 2025. With as many as 26 Nobel Prize winners, the University’s academic pedigree is among the best globally.

Alliance Manchester Business School, part of the University of Manchester, is one of the UK’s leading business schools and holds triple accreditation from AMBA, AACSB and EQUIS. The university has a global alumni network and more than 60,000 graduates across 176 countries.

A First-Of-Its-Kind Collaboration Uniting Industry, Academia And Government To Drive Sustainable Industrial Innovation In Support Of Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR)

SELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – Linde Malaysia Sdn Bhd, in partnership with Monash University Malaysia and the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), successfully convened the Linde-Monash University Sustainability Conference 2026, a landmark tripartite summit that brought together industry, academia and government to accelerate practical industrial decarbonisation solutions and support Malaysia’s energy transition agenda.

Explaining the initiative, Linde Malaysia Managing Director, Ms. Hoo Peih Yoke, said, “This collaboration connects sustainability ambitions with practical industry action by bringing together technology, research and supportive policy frameworks. By leveraging the combined strengths of each partner, the conference sought to facilitate knowledge exchange and identify actionable pathways for sustainable growth within the nation’s industrial sector. The focus is to ensure accessibility and usability within the industrial sector to drive real-world application and meaningful progress.”

Anchored on the theme “Shaping Tomorrow’s Energy”, the conference brought together Linde Malaysia’s expertise as a leading industrial gases and engineering solutions provider, Monash University Malaysia’s strengths in sustainability research, innovation and talent development, and national policy priorities represented by key government agencies, including the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA).

The collaboration aims to accelerate the adoption of clean energy solutions and green investments, foster dialogue between industry, academia and government, and showcase viable technologies that support zero-emission and low-carbon industrial transformation. These efforts align with Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), which charts an energy transition pathway towards a low-carbon economy and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

The conference featured distinguished special addresses from key government and industry leaders, underscoring the national importance of the energy transition agenda. Delivering an address on behalf of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, YAB Dato’ Sri Haji Fadillah Yusof, was Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) Secretary‑General (KSU), Dato’ Sri Hj Mad Zaidi Bin Mohd Karli, who said:

“We welcome more collaborations that strengthen industrial capabilities, accelerate technology adoption and support the development of local expertise.”

Dato’ Sri Hj Mad Zaidi added, “These partnerships are instrumental in ensuring Malaysia remains an attractive destination for high‑value investments while advancing towards our energy transition goals.”

The Linde-Monash University Sustainability Conference 2026 attracted approximately 400 participants, comprising government officials, more than 200 corporate representatives from key industrial sectors, academic leaders, researchers, and students. Held at the Monash University Malaysia auditorium, the conference served as a platform for cross-sector collaboration to advance sustainable industrial practices.

Monash University Malaysia Head of School, Professor Anthony Guo, said, “This conference represents a true tripartite strategic alliance between government policy, industrial deployment, and academic research. It reflects Monash’s deep commitment to advancing sustainability through research excellence, preparing future‑ready talent to lead Malaysia’s energy transition and building partnerships that help shape tomorrow’s energy landscape.”

A key highlight of the Linde-Monash University Sustainability Conference 2026 was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Linde Malaysia and Monash University Malaysia, officiated by Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) Secretary‑General (KSU), Dato’ Sri Hj Mad Zaidi Bin Mohd Karli.

The MoU marks a significant milestone in strengthening industry-academia collaboration to support Malaysia’s sustainability and energy transition ambitions. The partnership establishes a framework for long-term collaboration in education, research, talent development, and sustainability initiatives, fostering knowledge exchange, practical learning opportunities, and the advancement of industrial decarbonisation efforts.

At its core, the collaboration pursues three clear objectives: accelerating corporate and industrial adoption of clean energy and green investments across Malaysia; establishing an open dialogue platform that connects industry players, academic researchers, and government stakeholders; and showcasing viable, highly technical solutions for zero-emission and low-carbon industrial setups. These efforts are squarely aligned with Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), which charts the country’s shift from a fossil-fuel-based economy to a low-carbon framework, with a net-zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) target as early as 2050.

The conference featured discussions on practical, commercially deployable technologies that can be integrated into existing industrial operations, including hydrogen solutions, electrolysers, Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS), biomethane and biomass LNG, Cryogenic Energy Recovery (CER), and cleaner combustion technologies.

Primary sectors poised to benefit include oil and gas, oleochemicals, chemicals, food and beverage, semiconductors, energy, steel and metallurgy, and glass manufacturing. These heavy and precision industries stand to achieve substantial carbon reductions alongside meaningful operational efficiencies by adopting these solutions.

Throughout the conference, Linde’s panel of speakers shared international success stories and proven case studies from markets where these technologies are already in operation. Participants also gained insights into emerging green investment frameworks supported by MIDA, practical pathways for scaling up sustainable technologies, and Linde’s portfolio of readily deployable solutions that help industries achieve their sustainability goals while supporting Malaysia’s energy transition.

Looking ahead, the tripartite framework is aimed at fostering further collaboration between industry, academia and government through ongoing dialogue, knowledge sharing and joint initiatives that advance research, technical education and industrial innovation, supporting Malaysia’s long-term energy transition and net-zero ambitions.
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About Linde

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.

Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde’s industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra-high-purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life-saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – V3 Group Limited, the Singapore-based holding company with a diversified portfolio spanning well-being, luxury gourmet, capital markets, real estate, and integrated healthcare services segments, announced today that its health and wellness supplements arm, LAC Global (“LAC”), has completed the acquisition of MASQUELIER’S® French Pine Bark Extract (“MASQUELIER’S®”). By acquiring MASQUELIER’S® patented technology, LAC brings over 70 years of pioneering European nutritional science into its portfolio, combining proven scientific heritage with an Asian platform to build a mass-premium wellness proposition for global consumer.

Rooted in the work of renowned French scientist Professor Jack Masquelier, a pioneer in the research and development of oligomeric proanthocyanidins (OPCs), MASQUELIER’S® is distinguished by its proprietary fingerprinted format’s extraction expertise, and decades of scientific research into the antioxidant properties of OPCs, supported by clinical studies.

Ron Sim, Founder and Executive Chairman, V3 Group, said, “Health is becoming one of the defining priorities for consumers globally. People are living longer, but the opportunity is to help them live better. The acquisition of MASQUELIER’S® brings decades of European nutritional science into LAC, strengthening the scientific foundation of our portfolio. Singapore remains our home market, and we are grateful for the trust our customers have placed in us over the years. We remain committed to serving them through our extensive retail presence across Singapore’s malls, even as we take LAC into new markets and pursue our ambition to build a health and wellness brand born in Asia for consumers globally.”

MASQUELIER’S® is also the originator and trademark holder of MASQUELIER’S® Anthogenol, one of the most widely recognised OPC supplement brands across Asia Pacific. LAC’s acquisition extends beyond a single product line to bring the foundational intellectual property and scientific heritage behind an established category into its portfolio. To date, MASQUELIER’S® French Pine Bark Extract has sold over 250 million tablets, making it one of LAC’s most significant and enduring product platforms across its Asian markets.

Accelerating LAC Global’s Regional Expansion

LAC has continued to accelerate its regional expansion since the start of 2026, building on nearly three decades of organic growth across Asia Pacific. Today, LAC operates more than 250 retail stores across Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan China, Hong Kong and Vietnam, complemented by franchise operations in Mongolia, India, Indonesia and Thailand. Its physical footprint is supported by a growing e-commerce business, extending access to LAC’s portfolio of health and wellness solutions across the region. Beyond Asia, LAC products are also available in select markets across Africa, the Middle East and South America.

This expansion reflects LAC’s ambition to become Asia’s defining homegrown health and wellness brand. Through its directly owned retail and e-commerce network, supported by continued product innovation, LAC is making science-backed nutrition and supplementation more accessible to consumers across the region. As ageing populations, rising health consciousness and growing wellness expenditure reshape consumer priorities, LAC is well positioned to meet increasing demand for preventive health and everyday wellness solutions.

Looking ahead, LAC will deepen its presence in existing markets while pursuing new growth opportunities across Asia Pacific and internationally. Alongside its geographic expansion, LAC will continue to invest in product innovation and science-backed nutritional solutions, with a focus on preventive health, healthy ageing and the evolving wellness needs of consumers.

As LAC’s parent company, V3 Group will continue to support its growth through strategic capital, operational capabilities and regional connectivity. Across its broader portfolio, V3 Group remains focused on businesses with strong fundamentals and long-term growth potential, with the aim of building category-leading brands and platforms from Asia for the world.

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About LAC Global

Headquartered in Singapore, LAC Global is one of Asia’s largest specialty retailers in nutritional supplements, vitamins, minerals, herbal, and other specialty supplements in Anti-ageing and Beauty, Immunity, Weight Management, Sports Nutrition, and Energy.

The Company owns the LAC brand, short for Leader in Antioxidative Control™, a leading health and wellness supplement brand with a global presence. Since its founding, LAC has embarked on a pioneering journey to develop scientifically based formulas, harnessing the best of eastern wisdom and western technology to fight free radicals, combat ageing brought forth by oxidative stress, and support you daily in looking, feeling, and functioning at your best. Having established a global presence since 1997, LAC’s reach includes Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Philippines, Vietnam, U.S., Central and South Americas, Africa and the Middle East.

About V3 Group

V3 Group is a Singapore-based holding company with a globally diversified portfolio that includes leading brands and businesses in the well-being, luxury gourmet, capital markets, real estate, and integrated healthcare services segments.

The Group is guided by three Vs – the Vision to create exceptional brands of distinctive quality, nurtured by leaders with Valour, and anchored by our Values of innovation, ownership, and excellence. V3 refers to these three core qualities, as well as the three units that drive our growth – V3 Assets, V3 Brands, V3 Capital.

Collectively, our brands and businesses engage over 3 million customers worldwide with a combined footprint of over 5,000 retail touchpoints in 118 cities across 26 countries.

The Group has its roots in the iconic OSIM brand founded by visionary entrepreneur Ron Sim over 40 years ago. A pioneer in well-being technology in Asia, Ron has forged ahead on the success of OSIM to create valuable brands and assets in sectors that include e-commerce, nutrition, gourmet lifestyle, real estate assets and integrated healthcare services.

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – As travel becomes less about simply changing destinations and more about spending meaningful time with oneself, solo travel is gaining popularity among today’s travellers. From working professionals and lifestyle travellers to those seeking time to rest, recharge and find new inspiration, more people are embracing the freedom to shape their journeys around their own interests, pace and preferences.

This trend reflects ONYX Hospitality Group’s “More of What You Love” philosophy. As a leading hospitality management company for hotels, resorts, serviced apartments and luxury residences across the Asia-Pacific region, ONYX believes that memorable journeys are shaped by experiences throughout every stage of travel. Beyond accommodation, this includes enjoying local cuisine, discovering destinations, experiencing local culture and making time for the small moments that give each journey meaning. For solo travellers, these experiences offer the freedom to create a journey at their own pace and discover what brings them joy in a way that suits their individual lifestyle.

For solo travellers, choosing where to stay is no longer simply about comfortable accommodation. Confidence in the standards and quality of a property, convenient locations, safety, access to public transport, restaurants, cafés and attractions, as well as opportunities to experience local communities and ways of life, all play an important role in creating a journey filled with memorable experiences.

Those planning a solo journey can choose from ONYX Hospitality Group’s diverse range of destinations and stays, from exploring the energy of the city and relaxing by the sea to connecting with nature and travelling based on personal interests. Each destination gives travellers the freedom to spend time at their own pace and create experiences that reflect their lifestyle and the things they love.

Travellers looking to begin their journey by exploring the city will find Amari Bangkok located in the Ratchaprasong area, with convenient access to shopping destinations, restaurants, cafés, attractions and public transport. It is well suited to discovering new sides of Bangkok, trying restaurants of interest or returning to the hotel to relax and enjoy wellness experiences, including Breeze Spa or time by the hotel’s swimming pool.

Another way to experience city living is at Shama Yen-Akat, which offers flexibility for those looking to combine work and relaxation, whether staying for a short or extended period. With serviced apartment-style accommodation, spacious living areas and a warm, home-like atmosphere, it provides a comfortable setting for travellers to create their own daily rhythm. Meanwhile, Oriental Residence Bangkok offers a calm and private setting in the heart of the city, ideal for those looking to spend quality time with themselves. Thoughtful and discreet service, with every detail carefully considered, creates a sense of relaxation and comfort throughout the stay.

When it is time to trade the pace of the city for the coast, resort destinations near Bangkok offer another way to experience solo travel. Amari Pattaya invites guests to discover the energy of a vibrant seaside city, with easy access to the beach, cafés, restaurants and local attractions. Meanwhile, Amari Hua Hin captures the relaxed character of a classic seaside destination, ideal for slowing down, taking a walk along the beach, discovering local restaurants and enjoying Hua Hin at one’s own pace.

Those looking to travel further and connect with the natural beauty of the Andaman coast can stay at Amari Phuket, which offers views of the Andaman Sea and convenient access to the vibrant atmosphere of Patong Beach. OZO Phuket is just steps from Kata Beach, making it ideal for travellers who enjoy beach walks, cafés, restaurants, night markets or trying their hand at surfing. For those looking to slow down and reconnect with nature, Amari Vogue Krabi offers a peaceful setting on Tubkaek Beach, surrounded by views of the sea and mountains, providing an ideal place to relax and enjoy time alone.

Travellers choosing Koh Samui as their destination can stay at Amari Koh Samui, which combines a relaxed seaside setting with opportunities to discover the character of the island. Meanwhile, OZO Chaweng Samui is located on Chaweng Beach, surrounded by restaurants, cafés and vibrant nightlife, making it well suited to travellers looking to enjoy an energetic beachside lifestyle while still setting the pace of each day for themselves.

Beyond city and seaside escapes, solo travel can also begin with a personal interest or passion. Amari Buriram United, located near Chang Arena and Chang International Circuit, offers travellers an opportunity to experience the energy of Thailand’s sports city while exploring the local culture of Isan, sampling regional cuisine and visiting key attractions in Buriram. It adds another dimension to solo travel, showing that a journey does not have to be solely about relaxation but can also be an opportunity to discover new experiences through the things one loves.

Solo travel is not about being alone. It is an opportunity to discover new perspectives, connect with local people and cultures, and live at a pace of one’s own choosing. Whether stepping into a small café for the first time, exploring an unfamiliar neighbourhood or simply sitting back to take in the atmosphere of a city, every moment can become part of an experience that inspires, refreshes and makes each journey meaningful in its own way.

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About ONYX Hospitality Group:

ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across the region where it has deep expertise. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food & beverage. With six decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.

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QIONGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2026 – On the evening of August 16, 2026, the 7th Hainan Sports Games opened at the Qionghai Culture and Sports Center. Feng Fei, Secretary of the CPC Hainan Provincial Committee, declared the Games open, and Liu Xiaoming, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Hainan Provincial Committee and Governor of Hainan Province, delivered the opening address. This marks the first comprehensive sporting event held in Hainan since the island-wide special customs operations of the Hainan Free Trade Port of China took effect.

The opening ceremony, themed “This Sea Embraces All,” featured a cultural performance structured around the Wanquan River as its narrative thread. Dynamic ground projection technology brought the river “into” the stadium, showcasing Hainan’s development trajectory, from its ecological splendor to its ever-expanding openness. The performance comprised chapters including “Wanquan River in Pictures,” “Hainan Flowers Facing the Sun,” “Passion in Motion,” “Hainan Acceleration,” and “Under the Same Expanse of Blue,” integrating Hainan’s revolutionary heritage, mass participation in sports, the Free Trade Port’s “Five-Pronged Development” strategy, and the spirit of openness embodied by Boao. Chief Director Wu Wanting said she hoped the imagery of the Wanquan River would convey a sense of “the sea and sky becoming one, and hearts beating as one.”

One of the highlights of this year’s Provincial Games is extensive public participation. Fourteen community contingents and more than 10,000 residents voluntarily signed up for the pre-opening ceremony group singing activities. More than 700 performers in the warm-up program came from 21 community groups, ranging in age from 6 to 72, truly embodying the spirit of “performed by the people, watched by the people, and enjoyed by the people.”

More than 4,200 athletes from 18 delegations across the province are competing in 18 sports comprising 21 disciplines. As home to the permanent home of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) and the Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone, Qionghai is using the Provincial Games as a showcase for the vitality and openness of a “New Qionghai Powered by the Free Trade Port.” The Games will continue until August 26.

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