RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a significant development that aligns with the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS), Saudi Arabia has solidified its competitiveness and global standing. The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) attained its highest improvement in the UNCTAD's Liner Shipping Connectivity Index (LSCI) for Q4 2023, securing a remarkable score of 79.01 points. This achievement adds to the recent major records, including a score of 77.66

NINGDE, China, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CATL announced today that its Liyang plant in east China's Jiangsu Province has been recognized as one of the 21 new members of the Global Lighthouse Network (GLN) by the World Economic Forum (WEF), adding the third Lighthouse to the battery industry following CATL's Ningde plant and Yibin plant.  CATL's Liyang plant in east China's Jiangsu Province "To address soaring demand and increasing labour costs, and to meet its carbon

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Monetary Fund announced on 13 December 2023, that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has been selected to Chair the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), which provides support to the IMF Board of Governors on the supervision and management of the international monetary and financial system, including on responses to unfolding events that may disrupt the system. Saudi Arabia Selected as IMFC Cha

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a report from the All-China Environment Federation (ACEF): COP refers to the United Nations Climate Change Conference, which is one of the world's most important summits on climate change. This year, COP28 is taking place at Expo City, Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Zhuanzhuan, a leading circular economy company in China, becomes the first company that attends COP in second-hand industry. As an excellent example of China's practice of c

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai Electric (SEHK:2727, SSE:601727) participated in the opening ceremony of the China Corner at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023. The Ecological Civilization and Beautiful China Practice side event held at the conference showcased to the world the Company's leadership role in global climate governance and sust

Over US$ 8.5 million being spent to attract the finest international and Thai performing artists, as well as launch 50,000 eco-friendly fireworks, and 2,000 drones to capture the attention of the world BANGKOK, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand's iconic countdown destination, ICONSIAM, is preparing for a US$ 8.5 million extravaganza to ring in the new year on the evening of 31st December 2023 at its riverside location in what is billed as its most spectacular new year show ever or

BEIJING, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vietnamese singer and actress Chi Pu rose to fame in China through her participation in the 2023 season of Chinese hit reality show Sisters Who Make Waves. Chi Pu's journey is not just her own but an epitome of the growing cultural exchanges and people-to-people connections between China and Vietnam. Her performance in the reality show earned significant attention from the Chinese audience. Videos related to the hashtag Chi Pu have exceeded 320 milli

BEIJING, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The China-aided mega modern library, located in the historic center of El Salvador's capital San Salvador, will not only help to propel educational, cultural, and technological development in the country, but also stands as a monument of friendship between China and the Central American country, Chinese ambassador to El Salvador told the Global Times. The ambassador expressed his belief that the relationship between China and El Salvador has become a mode

Reaching its milestone 500th luxury hotel Marriott International's unmatched global luxury footprint expands to the farthest reaches of the globe   HONG KONG, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- From International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Cannes, Marriott International, Inc. announces its milestone 500th luxury hotel opening, bolstering its position as a leader in luxury. Featuring an unrivaled portfolio of luxury hotel brands, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, W Hotels, Th

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Nexteer Automotive announced its global production milestone of 100 million electric power steering (EPS) systems – a key technology enabling fuel efficiency and advanced safety and performance. Nexteer is a global leader of EPS – serving more than 60 customers around the world. "Nexteer's EPS systems provide advanced safety and performance along with precise, predictable feel of the road. In essence

Consumers in China can now enjoy greater convenience on the platform amid the rebounding outbound tourism market HANGZHOU, China, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fliggy, a leading online travel platform and wholly-owned subsidiary of Alibaba Group (NYSE: BABA and HKEX: 9988), has deepened its partnership with Hilton in China ("Hilton") with the launch of Hilton's official global flagship store on its platform. This collaboration not only showcases Fliggy's growing

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday season, Vantage Foundation is lighting up the lives of underprivileged youth at Rumah Hope Children's Home in Malaysia with a heartwarming initiative designed to foster sensitivity and inclusivity during festive holidays. The "Wishing Well" campaign, spearheaded by Vantage Foundation, aims to ensure that everyone at Rumah Hope experiences the joy of the holiday season through the fulfilment of their Christmas wishes.

SHANGHAI and HONG KONG, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Antengene Corporation Limited ("Antengene" SEHK: 6996.HK), a leading innovative, commercial-stage global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class and/or best-in-class medicines for cancer, today announced that XPOVIO® (selinexor) has been added to the National Reimbursement Drug List (2023 Version) ("NRDL") for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed

SME100 Participants More Than Doubled Revenue in 2022 KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Malaysian SMEs have experienced a significant rebound following the reopening of the economy post-COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, the SME sector recorded an 11.6 percent growth in GDP against 8.7 percent for the overall economy. Congratulations to the Winners of 2023 Malaysia SME100 Awards This is also reflected in the number of participants of the SME100 Awards, with nominati

BANGKOK, Thailand, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Electronics (Thailand) Public Company Limited qualified as a constituent of the world-renowned Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) 2023 in the third year of recognition for excellent environmental, social & governance (ESG) performance. Delta Thailand remains the only Thailand company in the "ITC Electronic Equipment, Instruments & Components" industry segment in the 2023 DJSI index and is in the DJSI World lists.

BEIJING, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The people are the root, the lifeline and the source of strength of China-Vietnam relations, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese president said in a signed article published on Tuesday by the Nhan Dan Newspaper of Vietnam. On Wednesday, Xi and Nguyen Phu Trong, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee, met with representatives of youngsters from both countries

Investment signposts the PE firm's continued ramp-up of big bets on ASEAN Fintech SINGAPORE, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 01Fintech, a growth stage private equity firm founded by former Ant-Group executive and specialising in financial technology in Southeast Asia, today announced a significant US$20-million investment in Validus, a market-leading small-and-medium-enterprises (SME) supply-chain financing platform with operations in Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. Va

SINGAPORE, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform, Agoda, today unveiled its latest foray in AI storytelling with 'Travel in Colours' which invites travellers to explore the world through a kaleidoscope of destinations that mirror the vibrant hues of Agoda's iconic logo. From the azure domes of Santorini to the emerald depths of the Amazon, 'Travel in Colours' is a curated collection of travel experiences designed to ignite wanderlust and inspire a viewers' next vacation.

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GLN International (CEO Kim Kyung-ho) has announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with JCB Co., Ltd., a Japan's leading international payment brand in Japan, led by President & Chief Executive Officer, Takayoshi Futae. This agreement signifies a crucial stride for GLN, leveraging its accumulated expertise in global payment networks and digital technology since 2016, aiming towards a significant presence in the global mobile payme

Recognized for our ability to execute and completeness of vision SINGAPORE, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SoftServe, a premier IT consulting and digital services provider, today announced it has been named by Gartner® as a Challenger in the 2023 Magic Quadrant™ for Custom Software Development Services, Worldwide. SoftServe was recognized for its ability to execute and completeness of vision. "SoftServe is celebrated across the Asia Pacific region as a trusted partner for some of the