KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Eastspring Investments Bhd has announced the gross income distribution for the Eastspring Investments Asian High Yield Bond MY Fund.
The distribution rate for the US dollar currency class fund is US$0.0067 per unit.
In a statement today, Eastsprings said unit holders who maintained their holdings as of Dec 27, 2018, would be entitled to the income distribution.
The fund is a wholesale feeder fund which aims to maximise income and capital appreciation by investing in the Eastspring Investments - Asian High Yield Bond Fund, which invests primarily in Asian high yield bonds.
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Monday, 31 December 2018
Friday, 28 December 2018
New company to revolutionise electronics world through bioplastics
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) -- A new company, ELOXEL SpA has been established recently to exploit the patents destined to revolutionise the world of electronics through the use of bioplastics.
According to a statement, ELOXEL establishment aims to enable designers to create sustainable products and revolutionary applications.
The company resulted from the collaboration between Bio-on, a company active in the high-quality bioplastic sector and Kartell, a leading design company which each holding 50 per cent.
Bio-on researchers in Italy and the United States have discovered that bioplastic can produce and store electricity as a result of mechanical stress.
The researches confirm the extraordinary versatility of bioplastic: a platform product that can be used to transform and make the electronics sector also sustainable with new generation of batteries and passive energy generators.
For this activity Bio-on granted the new company with an exclusive license with a value of EUR 6.5 million. (EUR 1 = RM4.75)
In the next few years the development of new electronic products will be based more and more on eco-sustainable organic materials such as bioplastic, which will allow to realise extremely innovative solutions.
Bio-on with the support of Kartell accelerates the development of organic electronics based on Bio-on technologies to quickly acquire a leading position in this rapidly growing sector.
ELOXEL operates in the field of flexible and wearable organic electronics, also single-use, to meet the growing need of consumers to have personal and portable energy always available. More details at www.eloxel.com
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Weconex´s product wins at China's Xiaoguwei Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) -- Weconex -- a transportation system solution provider -- won third place in the national finals at the 4th Xiaoguwei ‘Internet Plus Transportation’ Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition in Guangzhou, China recently.
Weconex’s flagship product, DeerTrip™ -- one-stop cross-border travel solution was acknowledged by panel and industry experts. The award demonstrated the company’s strength and determination to become an industry leader, a statement said.
The DeerTrip™ cross-border travel services platform integrates transportation information platform, transport card or E-ticket platform and membership management platform, covering Guangdong and Jiangsu Provinces as well as targeting inter-provincial and cross-border independent travelers across the country.
By interconnecting urban public transport systems, Weconex helps transport card companies enhance the competitiveness and attractiveness of public transportation by providing citizens with more convenient and intelligent user experiences.
“This competition has indeed provided a stage for emerging enterprises, encouraging us to explore the potential of technology and to change the world for the better through innovations,” said Vice President of Weconex, Tseng Kuan-Chih.
The competition organised by the Guangdong Provincial Department of Transport, China Transport News, the People's government of Panyu District and Guangdong Provincial Transportation Group Co. Ltd covered topics including smart transportation, big data, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Vehicles (IoV) and Internet of Things (IoT).
Weconex is headquartered in Guangzhou with branches in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Taipei and Hong Kong. The company provides efficient and fast access and low-cost integrated solution. More details on http://www.weconex.com/En/index.html.
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Wednesday, 26 December 2018
ABS TRAINERS RECEIVE CERTIFIED TRAINING PROFESSIONAL
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Asian Banking School’s (ABS) in-house trainers have been awarded the Certified Training Professional (CTP) certification from the Finance Accreditation Agency (FAA).
The certification was obtained after having undergone a comprehensive programme that equipped its participants with the knowledge and skill sets of designing, developing and delivering quality structured learning programmes in line with industry best practices.
“Recognising the importance of providing only highly qualified training professionals for the banking industry, ABS continues to invest not only in developing new content for its programmes and innovative delivery systems but also its people,” the training centre said recently.
ABS chief executive officer Prof Colyn Gardner said:“Its in-house trainers are either fully certified training professionals or are on their way to being one.”
He said the new trainers would acquire CTP certification within their first year at ABS, beginning next year.
Apart from conducting various open enrolment and customised training programmes, in-house trainers currently take on at least 60 per cent of the training for professional qualifications and 100 per cent for the industry-wide ethics programmes.
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The certification was obtained after having undergone a comprehensive programme that equipped its participants with the knowledge and skill sets of designing, developing and delivering quality structured learning programmes in line with industry best practices.
“Recognising the importance of providing only highly qualified training professionals for the banking industry, ABS continues to invest not only in developing new content for its programmes and innovative delivery systems but also its people,” the training centre said recently.
ABS chief executive officer Prof Colyn Gardner said:“Its in-house trainers are either fully certified training professionals or are on their way to being one.”
He said the new trainers would acquire CTP certification within their first year at ABS, beginning next year.
Apart from conducting various open enrolment and customised training programmes, in-house trainers currently take on at least 60 per cent of the training for professional qualifications and 100 per cent for the industry-wide ethics programmes.
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BrandSafway acquires leading hoists, elevators provider in West Coast United States
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- BrandSafway and SafwayAtlantic (a BrandSafway company) have acquired Cabrillo Hoist, a construction hoists and elevators provider in West Coast, United States effective Dec 20, 2018.
With more than 20 years of experience and locations in Fontana and San Leandro, California and Stanwood, Washington, Cabrillo Hoist provides complete rental, erection, operation and maintenance services for personnel and material hoists in the greater Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco, California and Seattle, Washington areas.
BrandSafway which provides services, products and solutions to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets said the acquisition is a move to strengthen the company’s motorised access capabilities in the region.
According to a statement, moving forward, Cabrillo Hoist will operate as Cabrillo Hoist, By BrandSafway – an independent business under the BrandSafway umbrella.
President of Commercial and Industrial at BrandSafway, Art Eunson said: “Cabrillo has a portfolio of high-profile west-coast projects including Apple, Facebook and Uber and a roster of customers like Tutor Perini, Devcon Construction and Hensel Phelps.”
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Gamania Cheer Up Foundation starts Expedition in Antarctica
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Gamania Cheer Up Foundation has launched ‘An Expedition In Antarctica’ after the completion of the inspiring ‘Polar Challenge’ 10 years ago, to encourage young people to have big dreams.
The first expedition team to Antarctica in Taiwan’s history aims to reach the South Pole via cross-country skiing under an extreme environment of 50 degrees Celsius to below zero with a wind speed of 50 kilometres (km) per hour, paying tribute to the spirit of adventure.
But, in view of various factors such as food supply and weather, they had decided to compress the total number of days of the march to 20 days and abandoned the original 660 km ‘Coast to Pole Route’.
Instead, they switched to the shorter but more challenging ‘Antarctic Plateau Route’, which is about 350 km.
Since the official challenge began on Dec 6, 250 km were covered after 15 days. The team has crossed the 89 degrees south of the equator mark and entering the last 100 km.
The team is led by the foundation’s founder, Albert Liu where ultra-marathon runner, Tommy Chen and famous actor Chris Wang serve as coach and mentor.
The international and interdisciplinary team includes 20-year-old Big Dream Youth Sherry Lin and Gary Wu, while director of the documentary film “Beyond the Arctic” 10 years ago, Yang Li-chou also participates to document the feat in full.
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Thursday, 20 December 2018
North American Bitcoin Conference 2019 in Miami, Florida
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- The North American Bitcoin Conference, sponsored by Keynote and part of the World Blockchain Forum on Jan 16 to 18, 2019 in Miami, Florida, United States will stand out as one of 2019’s most important worldwide crypto events.
It will feature a lineup of more than 60 world-class presenters, including technology veterans and company founders who have collectively raised more than US$18.1 billion in initial coin offerings (ICOs). (US$1 = RM4.19)
The conference include brand-new Lightning Networking sessions and creative instalments. An added focus for January’s conference will be a dedicated Security Tokens track, unpacking the new frontier that has combined securities and blockchain technology.
Mainstay topics to be discussed at the conference will include investments, legal implications and regulations, the way decentralisation is disrupting multiple industries and successful ICOs of the past and present, a statement said.
Among the speakers includes David Chaum (inventor of digital cash), Dr. Patrick Byrne (founder of Overstock.com and t0), Halsey Minor (founder of CNET), Veronica McGregor (head of legal at Shapeshift.io), Matthew Roszak (co-founder of Bloq) and others.
Tickets for the conference are available at https://btcmiami.com/tickets. For more information, please visit https://btcmiami.com.
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Fusionex group with Google, Amazon as exemplary Analytics and Business Intelligence player
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) – Fusionex has been recognised as an exemplary international Analytics and Business Intelligence (A&BI) player in a list that also includes Amazon and Google.
Fusionex said in a statement that it has been shortlisted in global research and advisory firm Gartner’s 2018 report on ‘Other Vendors to Consider for Modern Analytics and BI’.
Fusionex’s analytics and data discovery platform, GIANT was noted for affording progressive and specialised modern capabilities in streaming analytics.
GIANT was also cited as a fast time-to-insight platform and end-to-end solution with functions ranging from data preparation and visualisation to predictive and prescriptive analytics.
According to the Gartner report, A&BI platforms like GIANT are known for their easy-to-use set of tools, which support a full range of analytics workflow capabilities and self-service, limiting the necessity to involve a business’ IT division.
Fusionex Founder and Group Chief Executive Office, Datuk Seri Ivan Teh said, “We are honoured that Fusionex is mentioned in Gartner’s report. Our team is committed to continue improving our offerings to better serve our fast-growing client base.”
Fusionex is an established data technology provider specialising in Analytics, Big Data, the Internet of Things, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. More details at www.fusionex-international.com
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EDF Renewables and Shell develop wind energy area in New Jersey
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- EDF Renewables North America and Shell New Energies US LLC (Shell) formed a joint venture -- Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC -- to co-develop OCS-0499 lease area within the New Jersey Wind Energy Area (WEA).
Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC will begin working to complete a site assessment plan and initiate formal development efforts on the site and subject to a positive final investment decision which will bring the wind farm into operation by the mid-2020s, a statement said.
The lease area holds the potential to produce approximately 2,500 megawatts (MW) of offshore wind energy – enough to power close to one million homes. It also comprises 183,353 acres about eight miles off the coast of Atlantic City on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).
The area also offers strong and steady wind resources in relatively shallow water, close to large population centers with associated electricity demand.
“The opportunity supports the EDF Group’s aim to double global renewable capacity to 50 gigawatts by 2030. It solidifies EDF Renewables' ambitions to leverage its depth of experience in the European offshore wind market in the emerging U.S. market,” said President & CEO of EDF Renewables North America, Tristan Grimbert.
Currently, EDF Renewables (subsidiary of EDF Group) has 2,800 MW of offshore wind in development or operation in Europe (Belgium, France, Germany and United Kingdom), placing the company to efficiently transform the U.S. offshore wind sector, beginning in New Jersey.
EDF Renewables North America is an independent power producer and service provider with over 30 years of expertise in renewable energy. It is a subsidiary of EDF Renewables. More details on https://www.edf-re.com.
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Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC will begin working to complete a site assessment plan and initiate formal development efforts on the site and subject to a positive final investment decision which will bring the wind farm into operation by the mid-2020s, a statement said.
The lease area holds the potential to produce approximately 2,500 megawatts (MW) of offshore wind energy – enough to power close to one million homes. It also comprises 183,353 acres about eight miles off the coast of Atlantic City on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf (OCS).
The area also offers strong and steady wind resources in relatively shallow water, close to large population centers with associated electricity demand.
“The opportunity supports the EDF Group’s aim to double global renewable capacity to 50 gigawatts by 2030. It solidifies EDF Renewables' ambitions to leverage its depth of experience in the European offshore wind market in the emerging U.S. market,” said President & CEO of EDF Renewables North America, Tristan Grimbert.
Currently, EDF Renewables (subsidiary of EDF Group) has 2,800 MW of offshore wind in development or operation in Europe (Belgium, France, Germany and United Kingdom), placing the company to efficiently transform the U.S. offshore wind sector, beginning in New Jersey.
EDF Renewables North America is an independent power producer and service provider with over 30 years of expertise in renewable energy. It is a subsidiary of EDF Renewables. More details on https://www.edf-re.com.
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Wednesday, 19 December 2018
LEDDARTECH AND CAILABS SIGN COLLABORATION AGREEMENT ON COMBINING LIDAR AND LASER BEAM SHAPING SOLUTIONS FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE MARKET
RENNES, France and QUEBEC CITY, Dec 19 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LeddarTech, an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable automotive LiDAR development platform, announces that it has entered an agreement with Cailabs, a French deep tech company and global leader in light shaping technology, to explore combining LeddarTech’s solid-state LiDAR technology with Cailabs’ laser beam shaping solutions for the automotive industry. A memorandum of understanding between the two parties was signed on December 13, 2018.
LeddarTech delivers a proprietary auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the LeddarEngine™ (SoC + software) enabling high-performance, low-cost LiDAR sensor solutions and that is used by large Tier-1 suppliers to develop specific LiDARs for ADAS and autonomous driving applications.
Cailabs develops and produces a unique range of optical components based on its know-how and its patented technological innovations, in particular, Multi-Plane Light Conversion (MPLC).
“For Cailabs, LiDAR technology is a strategic market that offers extraordinary growth potential in the coming years as ADAS and autonomous driving vehicles gain traction,” stated Jean-François Morizur, CEO at Cailabs. “We are excited to enter this partnership with LeddarTech; their innovative technology generates a higher range-to-power ratio and enables lower detection thresholds for significantly increased range and sensitivity over other solid-state LiDAR methods, and Cailabs is eager to assess the compatibility of its solutions with LeddarTech’s technology.”
“LeddarTech is committed to meeting present and future LiDAR market requirements and we are looking forward to validating that our LiDAR solutions can be combined with Cailabs’ advanced beam combination technology,” stated Charles Boulanger, CEO of LeddarTech. “If successful, we will proceed with developing prototypes to bring this innovative solution that will add great value to the automotive industry as rapidly as possible.”
About Cailabs
Founded in 2013, Cailabs is a French deep tech company which designs, manufactures and distributes innovative photonic products for telecommunications, free space transmission, industrial lasers, and LANs. A global leader in complex light shaping, its technology is currently protected by 15 patent families. Its innovative optical components are used in a variety of sectors and have contributed to several world records (notably the optical fiber bandwidth record achieved by the Japanese operator KDDI). Cailabs, based in Rennes, has raised EUR 8.6 million since its creation and has 40 employees. Additional information about Cailabs is accessible at www.cailabs.com.
About LeddarTech
LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable automotive LiDAR development platform based on the unique LeddarEngine, which consists of a suite of automotive-grade and functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with LeddarSP software. The company is responsible for several technological innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications. Automotive ADAS, autonomous driving, intelligent transportation, inner-city fleet vehicles, and more, are being enhanced using patented LeddarTech technologies. Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or YouTube.
LeddarTech, Leddar, LeddarEngine, LeddarSP, and LeddarTech logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Inc. All other brands, product names, and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.
LeddarTech Contact: Daniel Aitken, VP Marketing and Communications
+1-418-653-9000 ext. 232 Daniel.Aitken@Leddartech.com
Source: LeddarTech inc.
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LeddarTech delivers a proprietary auto and mobility LiDAR platform based on the LeddarEngine™ (SoC + software) enabling high-performance, low-cost LiDAR sensor solutions and that is used by large Tier-1 suppliers to develop specific LiDARs for ADAS and autonomous driving applications.
Cailabs develops and produces a unique range of optical components based on its know-how and its patented technological innovations, in particular, Multi-Plane Light Conversion (MPLC).
“For Cailabs, LiDAR technology is a strategic market that offers extraordinary growth potential in the coming years as ADAS and autonomous driving vehicles gain traction,” stated Jean-François Morizur, CEO at Cailabs. “We are excited to enter this partnership with LeddarTech; their innovative technology generates a higher range-to-power ratio and enables lower detection thresholds for significantly increased range and sensitivity over other solid-state LiDAR methods, and Cailabs is eager to assess the compatibility of its solutions with LeddarTech’s technology.”
“LeddarTech is committed to meeting present and future LiDAR market requirements and we are looking forward to validating that our LiDAR solutions can be combined with Cailabs’ advanced beam combination technology,” stated Charles Boulanger, CEO of LeddarTech. “If successful, we will proceed with developing prototypes to bring this innovative solution that will add great value to the automotive industry as rapidly as possible.”
About Cailabs
Founded in 2013, Cailabs is a French deep tech company which designs, manufactures and distributes innovative photonic products for telecommunications, free space transmission, industrial lasers, and LANs. A global leader in complex light shaping, its technology is currently protected by 15 patent families. Its innovative optical components are used in a variety of sectors and have contributed to several world records (notably the optical fiber bandwidth record achieved by the Japanese operator KDDI). Cailabs, based in Rennes, has raised EUR 8.6 million since its creation and has 40 employees. Additional information about Cailabs is accessible at www.cailabs.com.
About LeddarTech
LeddarTech is an industry leader providing the most versatile and scalable automotive LiDAR development platform based on the unique LeddarEngine, which consists of a suite of automotive-grade and functional safety certified SoCs working in tandem with LeddarSP software. The company is responsible for several technological innovations in cutting-edge mobility remote-sensing applications. Automotive ADAS, autonomous driving, intelligent transportation, inner-city fleet vehicles, and more, are being enhanced using patented LeddarTech technologies. Additional information about LeddarTech is accessible at www.LeddarTech.com, and on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook or YouTube.
LeddarTech, Leddar, LeddarEngine, LeddarSP, and LeddarTech logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of LeddarTech Inc. All other brands, product names, and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.
LeddarTech Contact: Daniel Aitken, VP Marketing and Communications
+1-418-653-9000 ext. 232 Daniel.Aitken@Leddartech.com
Source: LeddarTech inc.
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Over six million patients choose world´s most advanced clear aligner system
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) – Over six million patients have begun treatment with Invisalign – the most advanced clear aligner system in the world, including 1.4 million teenage patients.
This is a significant milestone for Align Technology Inc. and over 150,000 Invisalign-trained doctors worldwide, reflecting accelerating adoption of Invisalign treatment by adults and teens alike, a statement said.
The six millionth Invisalign patient, Yuzhe Wang, is a 12-year-old student of the International School, Beijing who began treatment in October 2018 using Invisalign Comprehensive with Mandibular Advancement treatment with Dr Jiawei Wo from Yuxueyuan Dental clinic.
Dr Wo said Invisalign treatment with Mandibular Advancement is great, because it moves the lower jaw forward, while simultaneously aligning the teeth.
“With the Invisalign system, my patients need much fewer appointments than with traditional orthodontic appliances. This allows them to continue their studies and daily activities without interruption,” Dr Wo added.
Meanwhile, Align Technology senior vice president and managing director, Asia Pacific, Julie Tay said: “China is our fastest growing country market with approximately 70 per cent annual growth rate. I believe there is an enormous opportunity in the region for Invisalign providers to treat millions of young patients like Yuzhe.
Yuzhe will be featured in an upcoming Invisalign global campaign, entitled ‘6 Million Invisalign Smiles’ that follows Yuzhe and her family through her treatment journey. The campaign will highlight key reasons why they decided to choose Invisalign clear aligners to help her achieve a new, beautiful smile.
For additional information about the Invisalign system or to find an Invisalign doctor, visit www.invisalign.com
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TINUBU SQUARE TO PROVIDE CREDIT INSURANCE SUITE TO ETIHAD CREDIT INSURANCE
PARIS, Dec 19 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Tinubu Square, a leading provider of credit insurance, surety and trade finance solutions, has announced that it has been awarded a contract by Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE Federal export credit company for its Credit Insurance Suite (CIS).
ECI will be provided with Tinubu Credit Insurance Suite (CIS), the award-winning end-to-end SaaS integrated software solution. Tinubu Square will provide these new technologies and services to support ECI businesses in managing, securing and transferring risks while moving to expand their presence.
Massimo Falcioni, Chief Executive Officer, ECI, said: “We welcome this new partnership agreement that we have entered with Tinubu Square, which will help us in our mandate to support the export and re-export of UAE goods, works, services and foreign investments of UAE companies.”
Olivier Placca, Deputy CEO, Tinubu Square, added: “Collaborating with ECI paves the way for us to maintain a stronger presence in the Middle East region and play a key role in the growth of its economies. We are looking forward to working closely with ECI, especially in their move to build the future of credit insurance in the UAE.”
About Etihad Credit Insurance
Etihad Credit Insurance (PJSC) was established by UAE Federal Government and its founders, the governments of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Ajman. The company started its operations in February 2018. ECI plays a catalyst role in supporting the UAE’s non-oil exports, trade, investments and strategic sectors development, in line with UAE Vision 2021 agenda.
It is tasked to accelerate and sustain national economic diversification as well as support the export and re-export of UAE goods, works, services, and the foreign investments of the UAE businesses through a range of export credit, financing and investment insurance products.
To provide UAE businesses with solutions that meet their growth objectives locally and internationally, ECI builds a comprehensive platform of strategic partnerships across government, insurers, re-insurers, brokers, banks and lenders, regional and international Export Credit Agencies, governments and trade promotion agencies in addition to world organisations for economic development.
For more information: www.eci.gov.ae
About Tinubu Square
Founded in 2000, Tinubu Square is a software vendor, enabler of the Credit Insurance, Surety and Trade Finance digital transformation. Tinubu Square enables organizations across the world to significantly reduce their exposure to risk and their financial, operational and technical costs with best-in-class technology solutions and services. Tinubu Square provides SaaS solutions and services to different businesses including credit insurers, receivables financing organizations and multinational corporations. Tinubu Square has built an ecosystem of customers in over 20 countries worldwide and has a global presence with offices in Paris, London, New York, Montreal and Singapore. For more information: www.tinubu.com
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ECI will be provided with Tinubu Credit Insurance Suite (CIS), the award-winning end-to-end SaaS integrated software solution. Tinubu Square will provide these new technologies and services to support ECI businesses in managing, securing and transferring risks while moving to expand their presence.
Massimo Falcioni, Chief Executive Officer, ECI, said: “We welcome this new partnership agreement that we have entered with Tinubu Square, which will help us in our mandate to support the export and re-export of UAE goods, works, services and foreign investments of UAE companies.”
Olivier Placca, Deputy CEO, Tinubu Square, added: “Collaborating with ECI paves the way for us to maintain a stronger presence in the Middle East region and play a key role in the growth of its economies. We are looking forward to working closely with ECI, especially in their move to build the future of credit insurance in the UAE.”
About Etihad Credit Insurance
Etihad Credit Insurance (PJSC) was established by UAE Federal Government and its founders, the governments of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Ajman. The company started its operations in February 2018. ECI plays a catalyst role in supporting the UAE’s non-oil exports, trade, investments and strategic sectors development, in line with UAE Vision 2021 agenda.
It is tasked to accelerate and sustain national economic diversification as well as support the export and re-export of UAE goods, works, services, and the foreign investments of the UAE businesses through a range of export credit, financing and investment insurance products.
To provide UAE businesses with solutions that meet their growth objectives locally and internationally, ECI builds a comprehensive platform of strategic partnerships across government, insurers, re-insurers, brokers, banks and lenders, regional and international Export Credit Agencies, governments and trade promotion agencies in addition to world organisations for economic development.
For more information: www.eci.gov.ae
About Tinubu Square
Founded in 2000, Tinubu Square is a software vendor, enabler of the Credit Insurance, Surety and Trade Finance digital transformation. Tinubu Square enables organizations across the world to significantly reduce their exposure to risk and their financial, operational and technical costs with best-in-class technology solutions and services. Tinubu Square provides SaaS solutions and services to different businesses including credit insurers, receivables financing organizations and multinational corporations. Tinubu Square has built an ecosystem of customers in over 20 countries worldwide and has a global presence with offices in Paris, London, New York, Montreal and Singapore. For more information: www.tinubu.com
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THE KEIO PLAZA HOTEL TAMA CREATES NEW "HELLO KITTY" PHOTOGRAPHIC SPOT AND SANRIO CHARACTERS THEMED ROOMS - "MY MELODY" AND "LITTLE TWIN STARS"
TOKYO, Dec 19 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Keio Plaza Hotel Co., Ltd., one of Japan’s most prestigious hotel companies operating hotels located in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo and other locations, is proud to announce that it is fortifying its collaborative relationship with the Sanrio Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa, Tokyo, President and CEO: Shintaro Tsuji) to expand our facilities and services featuring “Hello Kitty” and other Sanrio characters at our Keio Plaza Hotel Tama facility. We will create a new photographic spot within our hotel lobby where guests can take pictures with “Princess Kitty” in March 2019, and renovate another four rooms to become Sanrio characters themed rooms, two rooms each in the themes of “My Melody” and “Little Twin Stars” (Kiki and Lala), in June 2019 in addition to the four existing “Hello Kitty” themed rooms.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181218005251/en/
Our new photographic spot is based upon the motif of an original “Hello Kitty” character named “Princess Kitty”, and features a scene showing a three dimensional “Princess Kitty” gorgeously dressed and wearing a tiara at the top of the stairs. “Princess Kitty” has been designed exclusively for the Keio Plaza Hotel with long curly eyelashes and rosy pink cheeks to make her appear especially cute. Also, brilliant high-heeled chair, rose patterned carpet and other features accentuate the setting of “Princess Kitty”.
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tama “Hello Kitty” themed rooms were first opened on November 1, 2014 and have been extremely popular with guests with families. Sanrio’s amusement park called “Puroland” is a short five minute walk from our Tama hotel, and our lobby lounge “Duet” and delicatessen “Poppins” serve specially created “Hello Kitty” cakes and desserts.
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo located in Shinjuku will stop operating its existing “Hello Kitty” themed rooms on January 3, 2019, with “Hello Kitty” themed facilities and services to be concentrated at the Keio Plaza Hotel Tama in the future. In addition, Keio Line Tama Center train station, which is a one minute walk from the Keio Plaza Hotel Tama, was renovated in 2016 to include “Hello Kitty” and Sanrio characters and designs, and the airport shuttle buses stopping near our Tama hotel and Keio Line trains are also decorated with Sanrio characters.
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Contact
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Keiko Kawashima, +81-3-5322-8010
Public Relations Manager
keiko-kawashima@keioplaza.co.jp
Source : Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
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Our new photographic spot is based upon the motif of an original “Hello Kitty” character named “Princess Kitty”, and features a scene showing a three dimensional “Princess Kitty” gorgeously dressed and wearing a tiara at the top of the stairs. “Princess Kitty” has been designed exclusively for the Keio Plaza Hotel with long curly eyelashes and rosy pink cheeks to make her appear especially cute. Also, brilliant high-heeled chair, rose patterned carpet and other features accentuate the setting of “Princess Kitty”.
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tama “Hello Kitty” themed rooms were first opened on November 1, 2014 and have been extremely popular with guests with families. Sanrio’s amusement park called “Puroland” is a short five minute walk from our Tama hotel, and our lobby lounge “Duet” and delicatessen “Poppins” serve specially created “Hello Kitty” cakes and desserts.
The Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo located in Shinjuku will stop operating its existing “Hello Kitty” themed rooms on January 3, 2019, with “Hello Kitty” themed facilities and services to be concentrated at the Keio Plaza Hotel Tama in the future. In addition, Keio Line Tama Center train station, which is a one minute walk from the Keio Plaza Hotel Tama, was renovated in 2016 to include “Hello Kitty” and Sanrio characters and designs, and the airport shuttle buses stopping near our Tama hotel and Keio Line trains are also decorated with Sanrio characters.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181218005251/en/
Contact
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
Keiko Kawashima, +81-3-5322-8010
Public Relations Manager
keiko-kawashima@keioplaza.co.jp
Source : Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo
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Tuesday, 18 December 2018
EXPERIENCE HARVEST SEASON IN THE FRUIT KINGDOM, TAIWAN
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Dec 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Council of Agriculture (COA) has recently launched 170 itineraries featuring 200 farms with 36 fruits around the country, hoping to attract both domestic and foreign tourists to experience the sweet fun of fruit picking.
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Taiwan is known by many as the "Kingdom of Fruit.” Not only countless varieties of delicious, sweet fruit available year-round, but the pure fun of picking seasonal fruit right off the tree or vine is like nothing else.
The subtropical island-nation produces fruits all year round. Papayas, guavas, and pineapples are available in four seasons. Spring to summer is the best period to taste the fruits of Taiwan, especially loquats, plums and watermelons as well as mangos. Autumn to winter is also good for many fruits such as grapefruits, citrus, tomatoes and strawberry, according to COA.
In addition to enjoying fruit in season and at the source, tourists can take fruit as a point of departure for diving deeper into local culture and features as they experience the pinnacle of seasonal flavor over the shortest distance between farm and table.
Gift boxes with seasonal fruits, traditional cuisine and an adoption program for fruit trees that are supervised by COA are also available for tourists to experience.
Agri ezgo, a travel guide and information website set by COA to introduce Taiwan-grown fruits and related industry, includes six categories such as seasonal fruits picking, grommet food, recommend souvenir and feature story.
Meanwhile, a special designed fruit season calendar offers information that introduces the best fruit in each growing region.
The multi-language website, which is available in Chinese, English, and Japanese, provides regulations and procedures for exporting fruits products to travel outside Taiwan. Brochure in Korean, Thai and Vietnamese is also available on the website.
For more information about Taiwanese fruits, please visit https://ezgo.coa.gov.tw/ and https://ezgo.coa.gov.tw/Uploads/Projects/Fruit-Tour/index.html
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Contact
Council of Agriculture
Technical Specialist Li-Lan, Liao
E-Mail:lan@mail.coa.gov.tw
Phone: +886-2-2312-4676
Source : Council of Agriculture
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This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181217005907/en/
Taiwan is known by many as the "Kingdom of Fruit.” Not only countless varieties of delicious, sweet fruit available year-round, but the pure fun of picking seasonal fruit right off the tree or vine is like nothing else.
The subtropical island-nation produces fruits all year round. Papayas, guavas, and pineapples are available in four seasons. Spring to summer is the best period to taste the fruits of Taiwan, especially loquats, plums and watermelons as well as mangos. Autumn to winter is also good for many fruits such as grapefruits, citrus, tomatoes and strawberry, according to COA.
In addition to enjoying fruit in season and at the source, tourists can take fruit as a point of departure for diving deeper into local culture and features as they experience the pinnacle of seasonal flavor over the shortest distance between farm and table.
Gift boxes with seasonal fruits, traditional cuisine and an adoption program for fruit trees that are supervised by COA are also available for tourists to experience.
Agri ezgo, a travel guide and information website set by COA to introduce Taiwan-grown fruits and related industry, includes six categories such as seasonal fruits picking, grommet food, recommend souvenir and feature story.
Meanwhile, a special designed fruit season calendar offers information that introduces the best fruit in each growing region.
The multi-language website, which is available in Chinese, English, and Japanese, provides regulations and procedures for exporting fruits products to travel outside Taiwan. Brochure in Korean, Thai and Vietnamese is also available on the website.
For more information about Taiwanese fruits, please visit https://ezgo.coa.gov.tw/ and https://ezgo.coa.gov.tw/Uploads/Projects/Fruit-Tour/index.html
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181217005907/en/
Contact
Council of Agriculture
Technical Specialist Li-Lan, Liao
E-Mail:lan@mail.coa.gov.tw
Phone: +886-2-2312-4676
Source : Council of Agriculture
--BERNAMA
YOUCAM MAKEUP RECOGNIZED AS THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION AWARD WINNER
The leading beauty platform YouCam Makeup is transforming beauty through Beauty SaaS for brands, retailers, and ecommerce
NEW YORK, Dec 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Perfect Corp. is honored to receive the 2018 International Innovation Award for YouCam Makeup platform and suite of virtual apps. The award was presented by Enterprise Asia, a non-governmental entrepreneur organization that hosts the annual regional awards to celebrate the visionaries and leaders in entrepreneurship, sustainability and innovation. The YouCam Makeup platform and suite of apps was chosen as a winner in the Service and Solution category, honoring the advanced artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and deep learning technologies that continue to redefine and reimagine the consumer and brand beauty shopping experience.
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In an attempt to empower innovation, Enterprise Asia invites trailblazers to submit their brand vision and achievements for judging. A panel of innovation and industry experts serve as judges, focusing on execution and commercialization and scoring submissions on a proprietary IIA 8D Benchmark.
The judges recognized YouCam Apps for its advancements in facial detection and tracking, and how implementing AI’s deep learning technology has helped to deliver the most true-to-life virtual beauty try-ons. The brand also spotlighted innovative new features including AI Skincare and smart shade matching, which enable personalized product recommendations based on an instant skin reading. This type of engaged user experience sparks a new sense of discovery and experimentation that builds upon a meaningful and satisfying shopping journey. YouCam Makeup’s unique, innovative Beauty SaaS is already trusted by over 200 brands and retailers worldwide, and the solutions have been implemented in a range of consumer touchpoints including in-store consultations, web consultations and SDK implementation.
“We are honored to be recognized by Enterprise Asia as the 2018 International Innovation winner,” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of Perfect Corp. “Our brand is built on the spirit of innovation and we continue to strive to offer brands, consumers, and retailers alike pragmatic solutions that deliver enhanced beauty shopping experiences.”
This year, Enterprise Asia received over 160 entries from 30 countries across 24 industries. YouCam Apps is honored to be among the 16 companies recognized in the Service and Solution category. Perfect Corp.’s Vice President of Business Development, Louis Chen accepted the award at the awards reception on December 14th in Macau, China.
App Availability
YouCam Makeup is available for free download on the App Store and Google Play.
About Perfect Corp.
With over 700 Million downloads globally, Perfect Corporation is dedicated to transforming how consumers, content creators and beauty brands interact together through beauty AI & AR. Our experienced team of engineers and beauty aficionados are pushing the frontiers of technology to create the beauty platform of the future – a fluid environment where individuals express themselves, learn the latest about fashion and beauty, and enjoy instant access to the products from their favorite brands. Further information about Perfect Corp. can be found at perfectcorp.com.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181217005338/en/
Contact
Press
Corporate: Tony Tsai at press@perfectcorp.com or by phone at: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 2167
USA: Susan Biegacz at contact_pr@perfectcorp.com or by phone at +1 (212) 929-7979
Japan: Ryusho Hosaka at contact_pr_jpn@perfectcorp.com or by phone at: +81-3-5875-6651
China: Celine Lo at celine_lo@perfectcorp.com or by phone: + 86 1582 112 8182
Europe: Sylvain Delteil at contact_pr_uk@perfectcorp.com
Source : Perfect Corp.
--BERNAMA
NEW YORK, Dec 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Perfect Corp. is honored to receive the 2018 International Innovation Award for YouCam Makeup platform and suite of virtual apps. The award was presented by Enterprise Asia, a non-governmental entrepreneur organization that hosts the annual regional awards to celebrate the visionaries and leaders in entrepreneurship, sustainability and innovation. The YouCam Makeup platform and suite of apps was chosen as a winner in the Service and Solution category, honoring the advanced artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and deep learning technologies that continue to redefine and reimagine the consumer and brand beauty shopping experience.
This press release features multimedia. View the full release here:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181217005338/en/
In an attempt to empower innovation, Enterprise Asia invites trailblazers to submit their brand vision and achievements for judging. A panel of innovation and industry experts serve as judges, focusing on execution and commercialization and scoring submissions on a proprietary IIA 8D Benchmark.
The judges recognized YouCam Apps for its advancements in facial detection and tracking, and how implementing AI’s deep learning technology has helped to deliver the most true-to-life virtual beauty try-ons. The brand also spotlighted innovative new features including AI Skincare and smart shade matching, which enable personalized product recommendations based on an instant skin reading. This type of engaged user experience sparks a new sense of discovery and experimentation that builds upon a meaningful and satisfying shopping journey. YouCam Makeup’s unique, innovative Beauty SaaS is already trusted by over 200 brands and retailers worldwide, and the solutions have been implemented in a range of consumer touchpoints including in-store consultations, web consultations and SDK implementation.
“We are honored to be recognized by Enterprise Asia as the 2018 International Innovation winner,” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of Perfect Corp. “Our brand is built on the spirit of innovation and we continue to strive to offer brands, consumers, and retailers alike pragmatic solutions that deliver enhanced beauty shopping experiences.”
This year, Enterprise Asia received over 160 entries from 30 countries across 24 industries. YouCam Apps is honored to be among the 16 companies recognized in the Service and Solution category. Perfect Corp.’s Vice President of Business Development, Louis Chen accepted the award at the awards reception on December 14th in Macau, China.
App Availability
YouCam Makeup is available for free download on the App Store and Google Play.
About Perfect Corp.
With over 700 Million downloads globally, Perfect Corporation is dedicated to transforming how consumers, content creators and beauty brands interact together through beauty AI & AR. Our experienced team of engineers and beauty aficionados are pushing the frontiers of technology to create the beauty platform of the future – a fluid environment where individuals express themselves, learn the latest about fashion and beauty, and enjoy instant access to the products from their favorite brands. Further information about Perfect Corp. can be found at perfectcorp.com.
View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181217005338/en/
Contact
Press
Corporate: Tony Tsai at press@perfectcorp.com or by phone at: +886-2-8667-1298, ext. 2167
USA: Susan Biegacz at contact_pr@perfectcorp.com or by phone at +1 (212) 929-7979
Japan: Ryusho Hosaka at contact_pr_jpn@perfectcorp.com or by phone at: +81-3-5875-6651
China: Celine Lo at celine_lo@perfectcorp.com or by phone: + 86 1582 112 8182
Europe: Sylvain Delteil at contact_pr_uk@perfectcorp.com
Source : Perfect Corp.
--BERNAMA
NCH Asia participates in 'Happy Dolls Project´ in Thailand
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Under a Happy Dolls Project in Thailand participated by NCH Asia dolls were given to sick or lonely Thai children, which could be used as a friend. Each special doll gave a reassuring smile.
Happy Dolls Project is a company engaged in social activities since December 2009. The project aims to help children in rural places of Thailand, living in the underprivileged hill tribe communities in the North and in the migrant camps in the South.
NCH Asia in conjunction with its 100th anniversary participated in the ‘Happy Dolls Project’ as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) program, a statement said.
Around 20 of the company’s key executives including country managers and regional managers from 15 countries gathered in Bangkok, Thailand recently to make and donate dolls.
NCH Asia President, Dong Eun Kim said: “Our goal is to have all the NCH employees from 50 countries volunteer their time to contribute to their communities and complete more than 100 different CSR activities in total across globe by 2019”.
Established in 1919 in Dallas, Texas, NCH Corporation is a company that produces and sells maintenance products. NCH provides effective solutions specialised for maintenance of industrial facilities, including over 400 patented products.
-- BERNAMA
AN INCREASINGLY BENEFICIAL BUSINESS CLIMATE DRAWS MORE GLOBAL INVESTORS TO DONGGUAN
DONGGUAN, China, Dec 14 (Bernama) -- The World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Convention 2018 was held in Dongguan from December 13 to 14. More than 1,200 overseas Dongguan businessmen had a grand reunion in their hometown for expanding business cooperation. In recent years, the southern Chinese city has welcomed an increasing number of outstanding global companies and projects as its business environment continues to improve.
Dongguan was home to 391,000 private enterprises and 586,900 individual businesses by the end of 2017, with the total registered capital exceeding 18 billion yuan (USD 2.62 billion). The favorable policies and sound business climate have made it possible for the city's private sector to thrive sustainably. In 2017, Dongguan launched the plan of improving both the scale and efficiency of major enterprises. Focusing on the policy, industry, land, capital and talents, Dongguan offers the pilot companies 20 inclusive preferential policies plus a panel of experts to consult with, to ensure these firms multiply their size and economic benefits.
"The biennial event provides overseas Dongguan entrepreneurs with an opportunity to grasp a deeper understanding of the city's investment realities and boost business exchanges and cooperation with Dongguan. As the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative and the strategy of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area further unroll, it is stepping up the pace of building a new open economy and rolling out preferential policies to shape a better business climate. Thus, these businessmen are more confident and looking forward to investing in the city," said Yin Hongwei, director of the Convention's executive committee and chairman of World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Federation (WDEF).
A signing ceremony was held by the Dongguan Investment Group Co., Ltd. (DIG) and WDEF. These signed projects, including four for industrial investment and seven for financial services, fall into such fields as the emerging intelligent industries development, private equity investment and sci-tech financial services for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). At the signing event, investment in industries and in private equity are worth over 27.5 billion yuan (USD 3.99 billion) and 3.5 billion yuan (USD 508.7 million), respectively, and SMEs are granted a credit line worth 20 billion yuan (USD 2.9 billion) for sci-tech financial services.
According to Yin, the Western European Dongguan Entrepreneurs Federation was founded in September, during which, representatives from WDEF and DIG attended the Frankfurt-held China (Dongguan)-Germany (Frankfurt) Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference and signed the framework agreements of two cooperative projects in healthcare with famous German corporations. It is expected that the World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Convention 2018 will attract more quality projects.
Today, Chinese and overseas businessmen are more inclined to invest in Dongguan, demonstrating marked progress in the city's endeavor to cultivate a business environment that is law-based, internationalized and business-friendly. Beyond that, more benefits are unlocked. This November, Dongguan rolled out a series of measures to ensure private companies enjoy quality development, which is expected to help Dongguan-based private businesses reduce about 30 billion yuan (USD 4.36 billion) in various costs and offer value-added services that are worth 50 billion yuan (USD 7.26 billion) in the coming three years.
On top of lowering costs and strengthening capacity, the city is providing more entrepreneurial opportunities and expanding market access on major fronts for those enterprises. It has introduced an array of policies so as to form a system that befits its quality development. All these positive signals are offering Dongguan entrepreneurs more advantages and business opportunities.
Source: The Executive Committee of the World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Convention
--BERNAMA
Dongguan was home to 391,000 private enterprises and 586,900 individual businesses by the end of 2017, with the total registered capital exceeding 18 billion yuan (USD 2.62 billion). The favorable policies and sound business climate have made it possible for the city's private sector to thrive sustainably. In 2017, Dongguan launched the plan of improving both the scale and efficiency of major enterprises. Focusing on the policy, industry, land, capital and talents, Dongguan offers the pilot companies 20 inclusive preferential policies plus a panel of experts to consult with, to ensure these firms multiply their size and economic benefits.
"The biennial event provides overseas Dongguan entrepreneurs with an opportunity to grasp a deeper understanding of the city's investment realities and boost business exchanges and cooperation with Dongguan. As the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative and the strategy of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area further unroll, it is stepping up the pace of building a new open economy and rolling out preferential policies to shape a better business climate. Thus, these businessmen are more confident and looking forward to investing in the city," said Yin Hongwei, director of the Convention's executive committee and chairman of World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Federation (WDEF).
A signing ceremony was held by the Dongguan Investment Group Co., Ltd. (DIG) and WDEF. These signed projects, including four for industrial investment and seven for financial services, fall into such fields as the emerging intelligent industries development, private equity investment and sci-tech financial services for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). At the signing event, investment in industries and in private equity are worth over 27.5 billion yuan (USD 3.99 billion) and 3.5 billion yuan (USD 508.7 million), respectively, and SMEs are granted a credit line worth 20 billion yuan (USD 2.9 billion) for sci-tech financial services.
According to Yin, the Western European Dongguan Entrepreneurs Federation was founded in September, during which, representatives from WDEF and DIG attended the Frankfurt-held China (Dongguan)-Germany (Frankfurt) Economic and Trade Cooperation Conference and signed the framework agreements of two cooperative projects in healthcare with famous German corporations. It is expected that the World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Convention 2018 will attract more quality projects.
Today, Chinese and overseas businessmen are more inclined to invest in Dongguan, demonstrating marked progress in the city's endeavor to cultivate a business environment that is law-based, internationalized and business-friendly. Beyond that, more benefits are unlocked. This November, Dongguan rolled out a series of measures to ensure private companies enjoy quality development, which is expected to help Dongguan-based private businesses reduce about 30 billion yuan (USD 4.36 billion) in various costs and offer value-added services that are worth 50 billion yuan (USD 7.26 billion) in the coming three years.
On top of lowering costs and strengthening capacity, the city is providing more entrepreneurial opportunities and expanding market access on major fronts for those enterprises. It has introduced an array of policies so as to form a system that befits its quality development. All these positive signals are offering Dongguan entrepreneurs more advantages and business opportunities.
Source: The Executive Committee of the World Dongguan Entrepreneurs Convention
--BERNAMA
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