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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – HUAFULI, a high-end decorative panel brand under the Shanghai Stock Exchange main board listed company “Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd.” (Stock Code: 603038.SH), has leveraged its 30 years of brand heritage and formidable R&D and supply chain strength to achieve a rapid growth of over 50% against recent market downturns! Backed by a robust brand history, HUAFULI served as a supporting furniture materials supplier for top-tier international events, including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2010 Guangzhou Asian Games, and the 2011 Shenzhen Summer Universiade, earning national-level recognition for its quality.

HUAFULI today officially announced its full-scale entry into the Hong Kong market, establishing its presence in the heart of Lockhart Road, Wan Chai—renowned as “Hong Kong’s Building Materials Street.” A grand opening ceremony was held for its brand-new 2,800 sq. ft. flagship exhibition hall, the “HUAFULI Hong Kong Home Art Gallery”. The brand offers an Integrated Door-Wall-Cabinet solution and localized services, using Hong Kong as a strategic pivot to expand into the global market!

The ceremony, themed “Huafuli: A New Chapter in Hong Kong”, was officiated by management representatives, including Mr. Jacky Tan Xujie, Vice Chairman of Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd., Mr. Xie Zhikun, CEO and Co-founder of Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd., Mr. Lu Xuqiu, Co-founder of Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd., Mr. Wang Tangxin, Co-founder of Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd., Mr. Ji Juntao, Vice President of Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd., and Mr. Ken So, Sales Manager of the Hong Kong Region, Huafuli. The event also featured a heavyweight guest, three-time TV King, renowned artist, and Brand Spokesperson Mr. Wayne Lai, who attended the ribbon-cutting and conducted a live contract signing ceremony, witnessing this significant milestone in HUAFULI’s development in Hong Kong.

30 Years of Dedication: From Single-Product Champion to System Service Provider; Executive President Xie Zhikun Reveals Deep “Hong Kong Ties”

Founded in 1995, Huali Shares was listed on the SSE main board in 2017. In its early years, the brand took the lead in breaking foreign technological monopolies, spearheading the formulation of China’s furniture edge banding industry standards, and achieving the highest national sales for ten consecutive years. Over 30 years of development, the brand has successfully upgraded from an edge banding sales champion to a whole-house system service provider encompassing decorative panels, edge banding, and home hardware. Amid the transformative challenges faced by the home building materials industry in recent years, HUAFULI has defied market trends with a robust growth of over 50%, demonstrating remarkable business resilience and market leadership.

During his opening speech, Mr. Xie Zhikun, CEO and Co-founder of Dongguan Huali Industries Co., Ltd., shared emotionally: “Thirty years ago, we started with a single edge banding strip, proactively formulating the industry standards for furniture edge banding in China and maintaining the number one sales position nationwide for thirty consecutive years. With this dedication, we successfully upgraded from a ‘single-product champion’ to a complete system covering decorative panels, edge banding, and home hardware. Even when the industry faced challenges recently, HUAFULI still achieved a 50% growth against the trend. In fact, our connection with Hong Kong began back in 2008 when we established a subsidiary here. Hong Kong people are extremely particular about home quality, placing special emphasis on eco-friendliness, moisture resistance, and health, which are precisely HUAFULI’s strengths. The ‘HUAFULI Hong Kong Home Art Gallery’ unveiled today is not just an ordinary showroom, but a home art gallery that offers peace of mind and lifestyle aesthetics. In the future, we will collaborate with all sectors in Hong Kong using solid products, a professional team, and localized services, opening a new chapter where quality and craftsmanship parallel each other—basing ourselves in Hong Kong, connecting with the Mainland, and radiating globally!”

Mr. Ken So, Sales Manager of the Hong Kong Region, Huafuli, Addresses Three Industry Pain Points, Eliminates Northbound Travel Hassles, and Sets a HK$100 Million Sales Target

In an exclusive media interview, Mr. Ken So, Sales Manager of the Hong Kong Region, Huafuli, deeply analyzed the business logic and localized strategy behind the brand’s entry into Hong Kong:

• Eliminating Cross-border Travel Fatigue to Significantly Boost Deal Success Rates: Mr. So pointed out that local interior designers and homeowners were often limited to brochure samples or had to endure tiring trips to Mainland factories to view actual materials. “We established ourselves directly in the core area of Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, building a 2,800 sq. ft. high-spec exhibition hall. Designers can now bring clients at any time to view 1:1 physical large panels and finished door-wall-cabinet displays. The art gallery does not retail directly to homeowners but serves as a shared design base for Hong Kong designers and contractors, addressing eco-concerns on the spot and significantly improving local designers’ deal success rates.”
• Insisting on a 100% Direct-Sale Model with Unified National Pricing—”Not a Cent Added”: Differentiating from traditional building material brands that rely on multi-tiered agents, Mr. So emphasized HUAFULI’s commitment to a direct-sale system: “Whether in the Mainland or Hong Kong, HUAFULI is directly operated by the group, ensuring high consistency in product quality, after-sales service, and pricing. Although we have set up a top-tier showroom in the prime location of Wan Chai and hired a star spokesperson, the panel prices remain unified nationally with the Mainland—’not a cent added’—truly yielding benefits to local partners with sincerity.”
• Eco-friendly Panels Replacing Traditional Laminates; Setting a HK$100 Million Sales Target: Mr. So analyzed that eco-friendly decorative panels are in a golden growth period in Hong Kong, gradually replacing traditional fireproof laminates and veneers. “We see massive market potential, and HUAFULI has set a target of achieving HK$100 million in sales in Hong Kong within 3 to 5 years! The Hong Kong market is strict and aligned with international standards. We are using Hong Kong as a touchstone and strategic hub for adapting to global standards, and will further expand into more overseas markets in the future.”
• Strong Supply Chain Backing to Achieve “Zero Minimum Order, Next-Day Delivery” Express Fulfillment: Relying on six major production bases in the Mainland (totaling 600,000 square meters) and a network of 14 branch warehouses, HUAFULI breaks the traditional months-long waiting period for imported building materials. It provides the local industry with a localized, one-stop delivery service characterized by “zero minimum order, zero inventory requirements, same-day response, and next-day delivery,” greatly alleviating the financial and warehousing pressures on local partners.

Global Debut of German-Japanese Nano-Microcrystalline EBH Technology; Dual Ultimate Eco-certifications Lead New Trends in HK Building Materials

With Hong Kong’s increasingly stringent requirements for green buildings, indoor air quality, and ESG standards, HUAFULI brings a high-specification product system suitable for the Hong Kong environment:

• Hong Kong Debut of the German-Japanese EBH Series: Combining German plasma spraying and Japanese precision light-curing technologies, this series boasts top-tier performance across six dimensions: anti-fingerprint (90% reduction), scratch resistance (2H+ hardness), anti-mildew and antibacterial (99.5%+), and yellowing resistance. Its surface presents an advanced, luxurious 5° matte gloss, perfectly adapting to Hong Kong’s humid climate.
• Dual Highest Eco-certifications: “ENF Grade + JIS JAS F4-star”: Showcasing top-tier eco-friendly panels (including Particle Board, Multi-layer Plywood, and Oriented Strand Board, etc.) that have comprehensively passed the dual certifications of the national highest environmental standard “ENF Grade” (formaldehyde emission ≤0.025 mg/m³) and Japan’s highest environmental standard “F☆☆☆☆ (F4-Star).”
• Recognized by the “Hong Kong ECO Mark”: The products have obtained the Hong Kong Green Label Scheme certification, achieving extremely low TVOC and formaldehyde emissions from the source. This directly addresses the pain points of Hong Kong’s indoor air quality and aligns with the high standards for ESG inspection by developers.
• Patented Laser Edge Banding 2.0 and colour matched door-wall-cabinet system: The entire series comes standard with the original factory’s seamless laser edge banding technology, achieving panel edge banding in-one. HUAFULI particularly advocates the “Integrated Door-Wall-Cabinet” concept, where interior doors, wall panels, and custom cabinets are all made from the same original factory batch of substrates with identical colors and textures. This achieves zero color difference and a highly unified whole-house aesthetics with perfectly extended textures, providing unparalleled one-stop quality solutions when paired with original factory moldings and hardware components.

Star Spokesperson Mr. Wayne Lai Yiu Cheung Attends the Event, Heavily Endorses Dual Ultimate Eco-friendliness at Contract Signing

The atmosphere at the grand opening ceremony was vibrant, with traditional auspicious lion eye-dotting and lion dance performances kicking off the splendid prologue for the “HUAFULI Hong Kong Home Art Gallery.” Brand Spokesperson Mr. Wayne Lai Yiu Cheung conducted a grand contract signing ceremony on site and joined management guests for a celebratory group toast and photo.

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About HUAFULI

Founded in 1995, Huali Shares was listed on the main board of the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2017 (Stock Code: 603038.SH). Starting from the field of decorative composite materials, the company has adhered to integrity and innovation, inherited the spirit of craftsmanship, and over the past 30 years, has developed into a comprehensive holding enterprise encompassing home building materials, smart water affairs, membrane filtration materials, and industrial digital intelligence businesses. It is committed to leading industry progress through high-level R&D, satisfying people’s aspirations for a better life through technological innovation, and empowering industrial upgrades through digital and intelligent technologies. Its home building materials business primarily focuses on edge banding, decorative panels, and home hardware, mainly used in panel furniture, interior decoration, and commercial space construction. It is the first domestic home materials manufacturing enterprise to break the German technological monopoly and possess independent intellectual property rights, and is the leading formulator of important industry standards for edge banding in China.

Homegrown biotechnology skincare company partners Xenohelix and UMECO Group to combine micro PDRN innovation with advanced Korean beauty delivery technology

SINGAPORE– Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Singapore biotechnology skincare company Minré is partnering with South Korean innovators Xenohelix Co., Ltd. and UMECO Group to develop next-generation skincare combining biotechnology with advanced beauty delivery technology.

Xenohelix, a biotechnology company spun off from Yonsei University, will support Minré’s development of an upcoming skincare range featuring its patented miPDRN® technology. The collaboration will make Minré the first Singapore skincare brand to work with Xenohelix’s proprietary miPDRN® technology.

PDRN, or polydeoxyribonucleotide, is increasingly discussed in regenerative and aesthetic skincare. Minré believes consumers should look beyond whether a product contains PDRN to the quality and science behind the technology.

“Great science happens when different expertise comes together,” said Dr Zach Pang, Co-founder of Minré. “By combining Singapore’s strengths in biotechnology with Korea’s leadership in beauty and aesthetic innovation, we’re bringing together complementary expertise to create better skincare.”

Dr Chee Wai Fhu, Co-founder of Minré, added: “The future of skincare will be shaped by science-backed innovation, not short-lived trends. Better science ultimately allows us to build better skincare.”

Micro PDRN for Next-Generation Skincare
Xenohelix’s miPDRN® is designed to support enhanced skin penetration. At approximately 12 kDa and around 20 base pairs, it is described by Xenohelix as the world’s smallest PDRN molecule, with its ultra-small size designed to support more effective absorption and deeper penetration into the skin. (Source: Xenohelix company profile, Vegan & Clean Beauty Fair 2026; COSIN Korea, 2026.)

Minré and Xenohelix will work together on product co-development, formulation optimisation and scientific validation.

Pairing Skincare Science with Korean Delivery Technology
Minré is also collaborating with UMECO Group, a South Korean beauty technology company specialising in nanoporation, regenerative phototherapy and professional aesthetic solutions.

The partnership combines Minré’s regenerative skincare expertise with UMECO’s proprietary nanoporation technology, designed to support the delivery of skincare formulations through the skin.

Developed under the clinical advisory of dermatologist Dr Jung Jae-Yuk, who has served as a medical advisor to the President of South Korea, UMECO’s technology will support joint exploration of treatment protocols, scientific evaluation, user studies, practitioner education and future product-technology innovations.

Singapore-Korea Collaboration
The two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) mark the first stage of Minré’s strategy to connect Singapore’s biotechnology ecosystem with international expertise in beauty, dermatology and aesthetic technology, beginning with South Korea.

Minré plans to continue working with universities, biotechnology companies, clinicians and technology innovators internationally as it develops its science-driven skincare portfolio.

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About Minré

Minré is a Singapore biotechnology skincare company developing science-driven skincare by bringing together biotechnology, skin science and aesthetic innovation.

Backed by the scientific expertise of sister company AuctuCel Pte Ltd, an A*STAR spin-off specialising in AI-driven bioprocess engineering and cell culture optimisation, Minré works with scientists, clinicians and technology partners to translate biotechnology and aesthetic innovation into skincare solutions for professionals and consumers.

TAINAN, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – The 2026 Kunshen Wangye’s Salt for Peace Festival, one of Taiwan’s major celebrations of Wangye folk religion, will take place on November 7 and 8 at Nankunshen Daitian Temple in Beimen District, Tainan, co-organized by the Southwest Coast National Scenic Area Headquarters and local partners.

Under this year’s theme, “Salt Sustains Peace, Happiness Follows,” the festival will introduce the concept of “Peace Without Borders” for the first time, bringing together Wangye religious traditions, salt industry heritage, wetland ecology, and international cultural exchange. Travelers from around the world are invited to visit Tainan and experience Taiwan’s distinctive religious culture and coastal scenery.

The festival will continue the three traditional rituals of “Inviting the Salt,” “Blessing the Salt,” and “Giving Thanks for the Salt,” symbolizing peace, health, and happiness. This year, a Korean traditional blessing group will also participate in a cultural exchange for the first time, sharing wishes for peace through different cultural traditions. A “Wall of Blessings from Around the World” will also be set up at the venue, with bilingual blessing cards available for visitors from around the world to write down their wishes, allowing messages of peace and well-being to transcend languages and borders.

The festival will also feature international arts performances, specialty markets, family activities, bilingual guided tours, and the distribution of blessed salt sachets. In addition to participating in the festivities, visitors can explore the Jingzaijiao Tile-Paved Salt Fields and discover Beimen’s distinctive blend of religious heritage, salt-making culture, and coastal ecology.

More than a celebration of religious culture, the 2026 Kunshen Wangye’s Salt for Peace Festival serves as a platform connecting culture, tourism, and international exchange. Travelers from around the world are warmly invited to visit Beimen, Tainan, on November 7 and 8 to experience the heartfelt wishes embodied in “Peace Without Borders” and discover the unique cultural appeal of Taiwan.

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WFP and Choithrams call on customers and supporters across the UAE to join the Journey of Goodness, support school meals to children in need, and help achieve a new record of school meals provided

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – EQS Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Choithrams, the community-favourite supermarket for more than 50 years in the UAE, is launching a new edition of its annual humanitarian campaign with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) under the theme “Join the Journey of Goodness.” The campaign marks a decade of shared impact, during which more than 6.5 million meals have been delivered to children in vulnerable communities in the Middle East, all made possible through the generosity of Choithrams customers, both UAE residents and visitors.

Running from September to December 2026, the initiative continues Choithram International Foundation’s long‑standing partnership with 2020 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, WFP, the world’s largest humanitarian organisation fighting hunger. Through the purchase of more than 200 specially marked Goodness Foods products, customers can actively contribute to WFP’s school meals programme, which provides children with nutritious meals that support learning, health, and long‑term development.

“School meals are one of the most effective investments for human flourishing,” said Bashar Alhammami, WFP Representative to the UAE, adding, “They improve nutrition, encourage school attendance, particularly among girls, and help build stronger and more resilient communities. Through their generosity, the people of UAE are not only helping protect children from hunger today, but also investing in their education, future opportunities and long-term development.”

Choithrams Chairman L.T. Pagarani added, “Goodness has been the central inspiration of our journey of giving with our customers and partners. Every meal donated reflects the kindness of our customers, and every child reached represents a future strengthened through nutrition and education. We invite everyone to continue this journey with us.”

This year’s campaign will be active online at choithrams.com, key advocacy messages will be amplified by leading influencers including well known clinical dietitian and nutrition expert Mitun De Sarkar. On‑ground awareness will be driven through messaging at Choithrams outlets in the UAE and along the Dubai Metro Green Line. Customers can also follow their impact through WFP’s ShareTheMeal app via the dedicated page, “ShareTheMeal” and the hashtag #ZeroHungerwithGoodness.

BOUNZ rewards, a leading loyalty programme, is boosting the campaign by offering members 2X BOUNZ reward points on all Goodness Products that contribute to school meals. Regular reminders on the BOUNZ app, supported by social media messaging, will highlight the opportunity to Join the Journey of Goodness.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Choithram International Foundation.

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About The UN World Food Programme:

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

WFP does not endorse any product or service.

Follow WFP on X @WFP_GCC & Instagram: @WFP_GCC

About the WFP – Choithrams Partnership:
Established in 2015, the strategic partnership between WFP and Choithrams, through Choithram International Foundation, has delivered tangible, life-changing results for many in vulnerable communities. Choithrams and WFP have collaborated as partners on a variety of Zero Hunger campaigns in supermarket locations across the United Arab Emirates. Over 6.5 million meals have been donated since the start of the partnership in 2015. For many of the school children supported by the partnership, the meal they receive at school is often the only one they may eat that day. That’s why the partnership works hard to increase access and availability to food for children in marginalized communities in the Middle East and beyond. To learn more, visit https://apo-opa.co/3SJFA2L

About Choithrams:
With over 50 years of experience, Choithrams has grown from a trusted supermarket retailer into one of the region’s leading names in food retail and distribution. Since entering the UAE in 1974, Choithrams has expanded across the Gulf, with a strong presence in the UAE, Oman, Bahrain and Qatar.

Today, we serve a diverse community through our supermarkets and digital platforms, offering a wide range of fresh food, groceries, household essentials and everyday products – with quality, value and convenience at the heart of what we do. Our experience across retail, distribution, manufacturing and trading gives us strong expertise across the food and FMCG sector, while our focus remains simple: to make everyday shopping easier and better for our customers. With decades of experience and a growing digital presence, we continue to evolve with the way our customers shop – bringing the Choithrams experience closer to you, wherever you are.

Follow us on Instagram at @choithrams or check our website: www.Choithrams.com

HANOVER, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – JAC Motors is set to return to IAA TRANSPORTATION, as the 72nd edition of the event prepares to open in this northern German city. At Hall 12, Stand C08, the company will showcase its latest offerings across a 300-square-meter booth. With 62 years of automotive manufacturing experience and 12 million vehicles delivered to customers worldwide, JAC Motors will once again take the stage at one of the global commercial vehicle industry’s leading events.

This is JAC Motors’ second appearance at IAA Transportation. The lineup on display includes four models developed with the European market in mind: the Electric Light-duty Truck N90 EV and N42 EV, the Electric Van SUNRAY PRO, and the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Pickup T9 PHEV.

Over the past two years, Chinese automotive manufacturers have become a more visible presence in Europe. From commercial vehicles to passenger cars, from fully built imports to local assembly, Chinese brands are increasingly part of the conversation around Europe’s transport electrification. JAC Motors is one of those brands.

A Changing EuropeanMarket

For European logistics operators, the calculus around fleet renewal has shifted significantly in recent years.

With the EU’s CO2 fleet targets for trucks and vans now locked in, commercial vehicles on European roads will gradually go electric over the next decade. The transition is about more than replacing diesel with battery power – it involves charging infrastructure, total cost of ownership, and systematic changes to fleet operations.

JAC Motors recognised this shift when it first presented its European strategy at IAA Transportation 2024 under the banner “For Greener Cities, NOW.” Over the past two years, the strategy has moved from announcement to implementation: JAC Motors Italy has been established, creating a product, marketing, service, and parts hub with regional coverage across Europe. Meanwhile, the company is rapidly expanding its sales and service network in key markets including Spain, Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic, and has formed partnerships with multiple major fleet operators.

JAC Motors‘ Strengths

Trust is the hurdle Chinese commercial-vehicle brands must clear in Europe. Product specifications can be compared, but reliability, service capability, and long-term commitment take time to prove. JAC Motors responds to these expectations with 62 years of accumulated experience.

Technology: JAC Motors’ R&D spending reached 8.99% of revenue in 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 20.64%. On the technology innovation front, leveraging its self-developed EV platform across the full product-development cycle. In battery technology, the company collaborates with CATL to develop customised, highly integrated and reliable battery packs equipped with an all-domain liquid-cooled thermal management system that maintains constant temperature across the pack. JAC is also pursuing both fast-charging and battery-swapping solutions in parallel for the Chinese market. In terms of reliability validation, JAC adheres to a “forward design, full-scenario validation, and extreme-condition testing” integrated system. All new e-powertrain (battery, e-drive and power electronics) and chassis-integration technologies undergo extensive real-vehicle durability validation covering extreme heat and cold, high altitude, hot-and-humid and mountainous conditions, and mountainous conditions, with tens of thousands of kilometres of real-world testing conducted in advance. Looking ahead, JAC’s commercial vehicle business aims to achieve new breakthroughs in range, energy efficiency, and intelligence, targeting a further 10–15% reduction in operators’ total costs of operation.

Partnerships: Volkswagen Group has established a long-term strategic partnership with JAC Motors in the electric vehicle sector, which serves as an important reference point for JAC Motors’ quality standards in Europe. CATL works with JAC Motors on battery innovation. These partnerships with globally recognised companies help JAC Motors demonstrate to European dealers and customers that JAC Motors works to international standards.

Customers: JAC Motors products are now available in more than 130 countries and regions worldwide, with cumulative deliveries cumulative deliveries of more than 12 million vehicles. Fortune Global 500 companies including PepsiCo, DHL, and Heineken have already deployed JAC Motors vehicles in their operations.

Four Models, Four Operating Scenarios

At this year’s IAA Transportation, the four models on display each address a distinct European operational scenario – from urban delivery to intercity logistics, and from plug-in hybrid to zero-emission transport.

The N90 EV – a 9-tonne battery-electric distribution truck with increased payload capacity. Powered by a 100.46 kWh CATL battery. With a range of 180 km (WLTP-based testing) and 100 kW fast charging capability, it recharges quickly for minimal downtime.

The N42 EV – featuring a newly designed closed front fascia and powered by a 77.28 kWh CATL battery – offering one of the largest battery capacities in its class – it delivers a WLTP range approaching 200 km.

The SUNRAY PRO – born-electric skateboard platform panel van, offering 8.3 m³ of cargo space, a maximum payload of 1.3 tonnes, an ultra-low load-floor height that leads its class. Its born-electric architecture redefines the spatial logic of logistics vehicles.

Plug-in Hybrid Electric Pickup T9 PHEV – industry-first 4DHT decoupled off-road hybrid system, delivering up to 1,000 km (combined, CLTC). Positioned as a crossover for both commercial and private use, the T9 PHEV offers the European market an electrified powertrain with clear technical differentiation.

“For Greener Cities, NOW”: From Slogan to Action

For the European logistics industry, “green” means lower fleet emissions and the delivery of EU decarbonisation targets. For JAC Motors, going green is about more than just selling EVs. It means using scenario-specific models as touchpoints, connecting energy, financing, bodybuilders and logistics partners to evolve from a product provider into from vehicle supplier to orchestrator of a green-logistics ecosystem. In Europe, JAC Motors Italy, its German dealer network and a next-day parts supply system are already up and running.

“For Greener Cities, NOW” is no longer a slogan. It is what every JAC Motors EV on the road delivers.

Visit JAC Motors at IAA Transportation 2026

Dates: Press Day 14 September | Show Days 15–20 September

Venue: Hanover Exhibition Grounds, Hall 12, Stand C08
The line-up: Electric Light-duty Truck N90 EV and N42 EV, Electric Van SUNRAY PRO, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Pickup T9 PHEV.

All industry professionals, partners, and customers are welcome to visit the booth.

Hashtag: #JACMotors

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Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas outlined an investment-led blueprint anchored by an upgraded Joint Public Private Committee (JPCC), private-sector syndication, and World Bank alignment ahead of the 2026 Annual Meetings and 2028 ASEAN Chairmanship.

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Thailand is ready to cross into “new horizons” — achieving high-income status and driving a more resilient ASEAN, declared Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas as he delivered the closing address at the Bangkok Business Summit 2026 today,

Detailing the strategic “why, how, and design” of the national transition, Dr. Ekniti stated that entering new horizons is an unavoidable global imperative. While ASEAN is uniquely positioned to capture emerging opportunities, the region must guard against severe geopolitical, technological, and climate risks with proactive, unified action.

“The goals must be clear, and we are completely on the same page: Thailand must achieve high-income status,” said Dr. Ekniti.

“The recipe provided by the World Bank aligns directly with what our business leaders have outlined. An investment-led growth policy, private-sector-centred endeavours, and persistent implementation are what the government and business community are now executing together. Think of the seven new growth engines as our forwards on the pitch. The government acts as both coach and midfielder — spearheading investment, driving trade, empowering SMEs, unlocking regulatory friction, and cultivating human capital. Meanwhile, fiscal and financial stability serves as our steadfast defensive backline.”

Dr. Ekniti affirmed that the Joint Public and Private Committee (JPPC) will no longer function as a purely advisory body, but will operate as an executive economic steering council mandated to enact structural reforms and track execution against the World Bank’s recommendations.

“We will not be the same old Thailand. We will be driving the global agenda. Thailand will enter new horizons, empower people, and build resilience,” Dr. Ekniti emphasised. “In the next two years, Thailand will assume the Chairmanship of ASEAN. We will establish a long-term, multi-year agenda for a stronger, more resilient ASEAN. If this new model of public-private partnership carries on, we will decisively reinvent Thailand.”

Key leaders representing the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB) delivered strategic sector priorities to anchor the transition.

Payong Srivanich, Chairman of the JSCCIB and the Thai Bankers’ Association, underscored that reinventing the economy requires modernising legacy industries while creating space for future engines.

“From three core challenges – structural, competitiveness, and public-sector efficiency – came the White Paper outlining the seven industries of the future,” stated Mr. Payong. “This time, the government has presented a credible policy framework based on collaborative public-private partnership. Thailand must address fundamental security—whether in food, energy, or low-carbon growth. We are declaring to the world that we are done with planning and on the same page. Now we are geared up for execution.”

Dr. Poj Aramwattananont, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, stressed that amid geopolitical friction, geoeconomics, and regional conflict, growth must be anchored in ASEAN’s 600-plus million people which serve as both supply and demand networks.

Adapting to international trading rules is inseparable from Thailand’s targeted accession to the OECD by 2028. The accession process acts as the structural catalyst to modernise domestic legislation, corporate governance, transparency, and fair market competition to premier global standards—lowering compliance costs and solidifying investor confidence.

Pimjai Leeissaranukul, Chairwoman of the Federation of Thai Industries, insisted that Thailand must build its own brand; it can no longer afford to be just the world’s OEM. She called for a decisive departure from labor-cost competition toward high productivity, automation, AI, and green sustainability. She advocated expanding target sectors—such as next-generation electric vehicles, smart electronics, automation, and wellness—while enforcing enhanced public procurement.

Carlos Felipe Jaramillo, Vice President for East Asia and Pacific at the World Bank, observed that the eyes of the financial world will be on Bangkok next month as it hosts the 2026 IMF–World Bank Group Annual Meetings, providing Thailand with a premier global stage to show that it is advancing on a credible pathway to attain high-income status by 2037.

“The World Bank has presented a series of structural reforms that Thailand can pursue to reach high-income status, creating more and better-paying jobs for young Thais in the future,” Mr. Jaramillo stated. “The plan deliberately puts the private sector at the center, because experience has taught us that the private sector is the primary engine of employment. This reform agenda is multifaceted, requiring coordinated national effort, and, more importantly, relentless persistence in implementation.”

The Bangkok Business Summit 2026 concluded with a clear consensus: today’s closing discussions mark the formal launch of sustained, institutionalised execution across the public sector, private enterprise, and multilateral institutions to ensure Thailand stands as a resilient economic anchor for the wider ASEAN region.

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BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Midea presented its SpaceMaster Series Built-in Oven at IFA 2026 in Berlin, putting the focus on a graphene-based heating system designed for rapid thermal response and cooking temperatures of up to 350°C. Following the product presentation, Midea demonstrated the oven in operation during a live cooking show at its Culinary Stage.

At the center of the SpaceMaster is Midea’s Graphene Turbo Hot Air technology, which uses graphene heating tubes to deliver heat rapidly. According to Midea, the heating system has a thermal response time of as little as 0.2 seconds. This figure refers to the response of the heating system itself, rather than the time required for the oven cavity to reach 350°C.

Alongside the graphene heating system, the SpaceMaster supports cooking temperatures of up to 350°C, extending the temperature range available in a domestic built-in oven. The higher temperature ceiling is designed to support cooking methods that benefit from short periods of more intense heat, while the rapid response of the heating elements is intended to provide more responsive heat delivery and temperature control.

SpaceMaster in Action at Midea’s Culinary Stage

Following the presentation, Midea brought the SpaceMaster into a live kitchen setting at its Culinary Stage. Michelin-starred chef worked seamlessly with the innovative built-in oven to prepare a range of dishes in front of attending media, demonstrating the SpaceMaster in a real cooking environment beyond its technical presentation on the IFA show floor.

The SpaceMaster Series also received multiple industry and media recognitions during IFA 2026. Midea’s Built-in Steam Oven received the “Excellent Steaming Technology Innovation Gold Award,” while the Midea Built-in Oven was honored with the “Excellent Heating Technology Innovation Gold Award.”

The products also drew recognition from technology media. Computer BILD named the oven a “Messe-Highlight 2026,” while NETZWELT presented the SpaceMaster Series with its “Innovation Award IFA 2026.” In addition, Midea also received the “IFA 2026 Editor’s Choice Award” from Inside Digital and Techlicious.

The IFA presentation marks an early public showcase of the SpaceMaster Series ahead of its planned commercial rollout. Midea currently plans to begin the series’ global rollout in 2027.

With the SpaceMaster, Midea is using its appearance at IFA 2026 to demonstrate how graphene-based heating technology and higher cooking temperatures can be applied to the next generation of built-in ovens.

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About Midea & Midea MOA

Midea is a global technology group ranked No. 246 on the 2025 Fortune Global 500 and No. 39 among the world’s most valuable technology brands in the Brand Finance Top 100 2026. Midea has ranked No. 1 globally in microwave appliances for 10 consecutive years (Euromonitor, 2016–2025). Its Microwave & Oven Appliance (MOA) division generated USD 3.05 billion in revenue in 2025.

Midea operates seven global R&D centers, holds more than 5,500 granted patents and serves markets in more than 160 countries and regions.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – As the world scrambles to close a staggering US$942 billion annual funding gap for nature^[1], Hong Kong already has the pipeline, the policies, and the architecture to lead, and a new report says the time to act is now.

Released today by ADM Capital Foundation, Blue Bond Accelerator, Hong Kong Green Finance Association, and The Nature Conservancy, the report “Developing Hong Kong as a Nature Financing Hub – A case for advancing nature and blue bonds” makes a bold case: Hong Kong doesn‘t just belong in the nature finance conversation, it can define it.

The trigger? The Northern Metropolis (NM), a 30,000-hectare mega-development, offers a live portfolio of potentially scalable nature and blue-green infrastructure projects, from large-scale wetland parks and coastal protection zones to revitalised river /drainage channels. The report argues that issuing nature-themed bonds isn‘t aspirational, it‘s the logical next step for a city that already runs one of Asia-Pacific‘s largest government green bond programmes, having raised nearly HK$250 billion (US$32 billion) by the end of 2025^[2].

More striking still, nearly 80% of Hong Kong’s green and sustainable bond issuance is private-sector led, proof that the city doesn’t just talk about mobilising capital — it delivers.

“Climate and biodiversity are not side issues, they are systemic financial risks,” the report warns.

With over 75% of Asia‘s GDP dependent on nature, ecosystem decline is an economic threat that reaches far beyond the environment. But Hong Kong can turn that risk into an opportunity. By aligning its Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2035 with national priorities such as “Beautiful China” under the 15th Five-Year Plan, Hong Kong can emerge as a premier nature and blue finance hub, not just for local projects, but as a bridge between the Chinese Mainland and ASEAN.

The report lays out five strategic pillars to make this happen, from expanding Hong Kong‘s Sustainable Finance Taxonomy to include biodiversity and the blue economy, to pioneering blended finance models that de-risk nature projects. It also sizes up four bond structures: use-of-proceeds, resilience, sustainability-linked and outcome bonds, each tailored to different stages of project development.

The foundations are in place. By acting decisively, Hong Kong can establish a model for financing nature-positive infrastructure that can be scaled across Asia. The Northern Metropolis isn’t just a development project; it’s a defining moment in nature financing leadership.

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[1] Paulson Institute (2025) Financing Nature: The Unabated Biodiversity Finance Crisis

[2] Hong Kong Monetary Authority (2025) Enhancing the Green and Sustainable Finance Ecosystem Sustainability Report

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How a supplement is absorbed matters as much as what it contains. For consumers in Asia, access to technology that addresses that question directly has, until now, been limited.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – elivity®, Singapore’s science-first longevity supplement brand, has introduced NANOBOOST in Asia. Co-developed with a German biotech spin-off of Hamburg University, NANOBOOST is a patent-pending delivery technology built on advanced liposomal science, designed to support the efficient absorption of active compounds in their oral spray formats. It is the first technology of its class to reach consumers across Asia.

Co-developed with German Biotech Science

NANOBOOST was developed through a collaboration between elivity® and a biotech company originating from Hamburg University, bringing together pharmaceutical delivery research and longevity supplement science.

The technology is a further development of liposomal delivery. Liposomal delivery works by enclosing active compounds within a lipid-based shell that protects them as they move through the digestive environment. The shell’s composition mirrors the cell membrane, supporting compatibility with the body’s own biological structures. NANOBOOST takes that principle further through precision homogenisation, a process that produces a range of ultra-fine delivery vehicles: liposomes, nanoemulsions, micelles, and hybrid systems. Each is engineered to carry and release active compounds through the body’s natural absorption mechanisms.

What NANOBOOST Changes About Supplement Absorption

Conventional oral supplements travel through the gastrointestinal tract before entering systemic circulation. Along that route, active compounds face enzymatic activity, fluctuating pH, and conditions that can degrade sensitive ingredients well before they reach their target. For longevity-focused formulations, that journey represents a significant variable.

elivity®’s oral sprays take a different route. Delivered beneath the tongue, active compounds are absorbed directly through the mucosal tissue and into the bloodstream, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract entirely. How efficiently that absorption occurs depends on the structure of the liquid carrying them.

That is where NANOBOOST operates. Applied in liquid form, the technology produces ultra-fine structures within the spray solution: liposomes, nanoemulsions, and hybrid systems. These protect active compounds from oxidation and premature degradation and support their absorption through the mucosal pathway. Every millilitre of elivity®’s oral sprays contains over 300 trillion of these liquid microcapsules, a density that gives the technology its capacity to support efficient absorption at scale.

Bioavailability is not determined by what a label states. It is shaped by how much of an active compound survives the journey and reaches systemic circulation in a usable form. Delivery format, ingredient stability, and structural integrity through digestion all shape that outcome. NANOBOOST is designed to improve all three.

NANOBOOST in Practice: Two Products, One Delivery Standard

elivity®’s energize booster spray and melatonin spray are both formulated using NANOBOOST delivery technology, applying the same absorption pathway across their respective formulations.

For consumers in Singapore and across Asia, where awareness of longevity science is growing alongside one of the fastest-ageing populations in the region, questions about how a healthy ageing supplement is absorbed are no longer secondary. How much of an active compound reaches circulation, and how efficiently, is increasingly the standard by which formulations are assessed. With NANOBOOST now the first patent-pending delivery technology of its class available in Asia, consumers across the region can apply that standard to their supplement choices for the first time.

Further information on elivity®’s formulation approach and NANOBOOST sublingual delivery technology is available at https://elivity.com/.

Other Company Milestones and Strategic Updates

• Market Expansion: elivity® is expanding its retail presence across Asia, with a launch across 100 Mannings stores in Hong Kong for Q4 2026, alongside a Mainland China strategy being developed through cross-border e-commerce channels.
• Product Line Expansion: elivity® is expanding its portfolio with new formulations targeting mood, stress resilience, female and skin health. This range uses the patent-pending NANOBOOST oral spray delivery technology.
• Body Scan Initiative: elivity® is rolling out a Body Scan Initiative across selected Guardian Health & Beauty stores in Singapore, offering consumers access to health indicators including, biological age and metabolic health, to support proactive health management.
• Strategic Partnership: elivity® has partnered with Bleu Living Alliance, a longevity-focused ecosystem founded by Dr. Kelvin Chye, to advance science-backed preventive health across the Asia-Pacific region.

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About elivity®

elivity® is a science-first longevity supplement brand dedicated to helping people in Singapore and across Asia age better, live longer, and perform at their best.

We focus on one foundational truth: ageing begins at the cellular level. By supporting cellular health with evidence-based longevity supplements, we help extend healthspan – the years of life lived with energy, clarity, and resilience.

Our approach combines cutting-edge longevity science, advanced delivery technology, and rigorous formulation standards to create supplements that deliver real, measurable support for healthy ageing.

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Rather than relying solely on domestic franchising, East West Barbershop(Dong Tay Barbershop) has chosen an internationalization strategy: exporting its business model while bringing Vietnamese barbers into the global labor market through overseas franchises.

Among the Top 10 Notable Barbershop Chains Worldwide

From local barber shops, many brands have grown into global chains with hundreds or thousands of locations.

Great Clips, TONI&GUY, QB House, Jawed Habib Hair & Beauty, Yongqi Beauty & Hair and East West Barbershop are among the notable names in the global hair and grooming industry. Their success is built on scalable business models, consistent service quality and strong customer experiences.

Founded in Vietnam in 2018 by Nguyen Hoai Thanh, East West Barbershop has expanded to more than 130 locations across Vietnam, Thailand, China, Uzbekistan and Europe, with over 1,000 barbers serving thousands of customers weekly.

East West Barbershop has developed an “Experience Barbershop” concept, combining grooming services with relaxing spaces featuring children’s play areas, billiards, chess, piano and green spaces.

Beyond haircuts and shampoo, the brand offers hair treatments, styling, massage, nail care, shoe cleaning and smartphone sterilization. Standardized operations and training ensure consistent quality across its network.

The brand also operates convenient-format shops in residential areas and shopping centers, providing fast and affordable services.

Combining Domestic Growth with International Franchising

According to the company, franchising is more than a way to expand a brand. It is also a means of transferring a business model that has already been tested and refined.

For East West Barbershop, the long-term ambition is to “Export Vietnamese Barbering” to international markets.

Nguyen Hoai Thanh, Chairman of East West Barbershop Vietnam JSC, said that in developed markets, building a new service brand often requires substantial investment and involves multiple challenges, including location, staffing, marketing, legal compliance and customer trust.

By adopting a franchise model, partners can shorten the time required to launch a business, reduce initial costs and limit early-stage risks.

“This is an opportunity for Vietnamese service brands like ours to gradually enter global markets through franchising, rather than limiting our growth to the domestic market,” Nguyen Hoai Thanh said.

East West Barbershop does not view franchising simply as a way to increase its store count. Its broader ambition is to create opportunities for Vietnamese barbers to work and build careers internationally.

Standardizing Talent for Global Integration

For international franchising, East West Barbershop considers human resources critical. The company focuses on professional training, standardized skills and service procedures to ensure consistent quality across markets.

The company also supports barbers with training, legal procedures and adaptation to overseas workplaces, while providing housing and education assistance.

Its goal is to build a Vietnamese service brand with a presence in multiple countries, bringing Vietnamese barbering to the global men’s grooming market.

Hashtag: #EastWestBarbershop

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