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2024 Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan Held in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Themed "Collaborative Innovation: Chasing Dreams in the Greater Bay Area", the "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" 2024 Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan (the "Summit") opened in Hong Kong yesterday. Vice Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference Leung Chun-ying, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region John Lee Ka-chiu, Chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and Party Secretary of Guangzhou Lin Keqing, Deputy Director of the CPPCC Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Overseas Chinese Committee Wang Rong, Vice director of the Taiwan Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council Pan Xianzhang, Vice Chairman of the Kuomintang Lien Sheng-wen, Director of the Sun Yat-sen Foundation Tang Bingquan, President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber of Foreign Investors Stephen Tai Tak-fung attended and spoke at the opening ceremony.Other officiating guests included Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR Zheng Yanxiong, Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the HKSAR Cui Jianchun, Vice Governor of Guangdong Province Deng Haiguang, Secretary for Constitutional and Mainland Affairs of HKSAR Erick Tsang Kwok-wai, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs of the HKSAR Alice Mak,Secretary of the Guangdong Provincial Committee Chen Wenming, Vice chairman of Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association Chu Ping-yu, President of Macau Youth Entrepreneur Association Li Juren, Honorary Chairman of Association of Taiwan Investment Enterprises on the Mainland Kuo Shan Huei KUO, Chief President of The Association of the Hong Kong Members of Guangdong's CPPCC Committees Eric Fok Kai-shan, Founder and executive vice chairman of Hong Kong Guangdong Youth Association Adam Kwok Kai-fai, Executive Vice President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber of Foreign Investors, Vice President of The Association of the Hong Kong Members of Guangdong's CPPCC Committees Liu Yi Man.In his speech, Leung Chun-ying, Vice Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, discussed the recent close collaboration between Hong Kong and the Mainland, and highlighted the advantages of Hong Kong in aiding the high-quality development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (“Greater Bay Area”), emphasizing the importance of leveraging the city's role as an international hub for finance, shipping and trade, and using her strengths in talent, language, legal frameworks, institutional systems, taxation, finance, and international market promotion. He said Hong Kong will play a significant role in the development of the Greater Bay Area. He also hoped for future opportunities to engage with young entrepreneurs from the mainland and other regions, and to encourage young people to seize the great opportunities for national rejuvenation and work together to create a brighter tomorrow.John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, said in his speech, "The Summit today presents an important platform for cooperation and exchanges among outstanding young entrepreneurs from both sides of the Taiwan Strait, as well as from Hong Kong and Macao, facilitating and promoting mutual learning and understanding, which is of great significance. The Hong Kong SAR Government has been actively encouraging youth innovation and entrepreneurship, motivating young entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams and realize their ambitions in the Greater Bay Area. The Pearl River Delta region has been a key area for Taiwanese enterprises to expand their business in the Mainland, and many Taiwanese businesses have already integrated into the local industrial chains. I hope young entrepreneurs on both sides of the Taiwan Straits will seize the opportunity for achieving high-quality development through collaboration in the Greater Bay Area, work diligently, innovate boldly, and make new milestones in their careers."Lin Keqing, chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and Party secretary of Guangzhou, commended the success of the exchange meeting. He said this year marks the fifth anniversary of the implementation of the "Outline Development Plan for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area" and that in the past five years, under the strong leadership of the central government, Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao have pursued synergistic innovation, complementing each other's strengths. The Greater Bay Area has witnessed a surge of creativity, showing the vast potential of growing into a world-class bay area. The Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China has established systematic arrangements to comprehensively deepen reforms and such developments are bringing new and significant opportunities for Hong Kong and Macao to better integrate into overall national development, injecting fresh momentum into expanding cross-strait cooperation and exchanges, helping deepen cross-strait integration and development. Currently, Guangdong is studying and implementing the spirit of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, as well as the instructions in the important speeches of General Secretary Xi Jinping during his inspection of Guangdong. Construction of the Greater Bay Area presents the country with a significant opportunity for deepening reform and opening up, serving as a source of her high-quality development. Lin expressed hope that young entrepreneurs from Hong Kong, Guangdong, Macao, and Taiwan will actively seize the new major opportunities arising from the development of the country, better integrate into her new round of reform and opening up, and collaborate to create a vibrant chapter of pursuing dreams in the Greater Bay Area, achieve their aspirations and contribute to the bright future of national reunification and the great glory of national rejuvenation.In his speech, Wang Rong, Deputy Director of the CPPCC Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Overseas Chinese Committee, emphasized that in recent years, collaborative innovation between Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao has deepened significantly, and that technological innovation has driven industrial advancement, leading to the emergence of new industries, new models, and new momentum, which in turn has fostered new forms of productivity. The Greater Bay Area has become a rising global hub for innovation and growth, and the innovative development of the Greater Bay Area has attracted active participation of many Taiwanese entrepreneurs. In doing so, they are integrating into the new wave of national reform and opening up, as well as the process of Chinese-style modernization, helping create new opportunities for integrated development across the Taiwan Strait.In his speech, Lien Sheng-wen, Vice Chairman of the Kuomintang emphasized the infinite potential and charm of the Greater Bay Area. He believes the accumulation of talent pool in the Greater Bay Area is not limited to those from such fields as finance, trade, tourism, technology or industry, but also includes many other talent in the three places. More importantly, many young entrepreneurs dream about starting from scratch in the Greater Bay Area, investing in innovation and entrepreneurship, and ultimately creating outstanding enterprises.In his speech, Tang Bingquan, Director of the Sun Yat-sen Foundation, said, "The Greater Bay Area currently embodies boundless business opportunities and vast prospects. I hope through this year’s Summit, the young entrepreneurs from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan will see the new dynamics, new opportunities and information networks in the developing Greater Bay Area, and gain confidence in working together to foster innovative growth of the Area. I also hope to encourage more innovative enterprises and entrepreneurs to integrate and invest in the Greater Bay Area, and jointly build a world-class international bay area."Stephen Tai Tak-fung, President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber of Foreign Investors, Founding Chief President of The Association of the Hong Kong Members of Guangdong's CPPCC Committees, pointed out that the theme of this year's Summit, which is "Collaborative Innovation: Chasing Dreams in the Greater Bay Area", is in line with the spirit of the Third Plenary Session and of essence to the construction of the Greater Bay Area. He said the Greater Bay Area is a major national strategy personally planned, deployed, and promoted by General Secretary Xi Jinping, and has an important strategic position in the new development pattern of the country. He thus hopes young entrepreneurs can make the best of the platform the exchange meeting provides to deepen mutual cooperation, give full play to their advantages and make greater contributions to the high-quality development of the country.Li Juren, President of Macau Youth Entrepreneur Association, said for young entrepreneurs from the four regions, it is a responsibility to anchor in the Greater Bay Area, which gives them a rare opportunity to integrate their strengths with those of the country to help her rejuvenate. He expects young entrepreneurs from various regions to learn from and inspire each other, drawing on and complementing each other's strengths. Through innovative cooperation, he aims to promote in-depth integration of urban agglomerations in the Greater Bay Area and together with all parties involved map out a grand blueprint for regional development.Deng Daixian, Secretary General of Taiwan Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association, believes economic, trade and cultural ties are crucial to connecting the two sides of the Taiwan Strait. Division of labor and cooperation along industrial chains and comprehensive economic integration and development are in the common interest of enterprises and people from the four regions cross-strait. He hopes young entrepreneurs from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan can collaborate to complement each other's strengths, establish a comprehensive exchange and cooperation platform, and open a broader and brighter future for themselves by tapping the development momentum of the Greater China Economic Area.This year's Summit gathered more than 400 young entrepreneurs from the two sides of the Taiwan Strait and the Hong Kong and Macau regions in Hong Kong to discuss cooperative development. It was an opportunity to establish an exchange and cooperation platform for promoting complementary advantages among the four regions, strengthening regional cooperation, and driving economic development in the Greater Bay Area. Representatives of young entrepreneurs from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan took part in the afternoon enterprise forums and roundtable dialogues, engaging in enthralled discussions and exchanges on popular topics such as digital intelligence and modern finance, sharing their work experiences and unique insights about their industries.The Summit also arranged visits the following day for the participating young entrepreneurs to Hong Kong's landmarks in finance, innovation and technology, culture and art, including the HKMA Information Centre, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong, Cyberport, West Kowloon Art Park, and the Palace Museum, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of Hong Kong from multiple perspectives and further enhance exchanges and cooperation.The Summit was jointly organized by the Hong Kong Guangdong Foreign Businessmen Association, the Political Consultative Conference Members Friendship Associations in Hong Kong and Guangdong, the Sun Yat-sen Foundation, the Guangdong Youth Federation, the Macau Young Entrepreneurs Association, the Macau Youth Federation, the Taiwan Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association, and the Taiwan Elite Association.It was first held in 2016 and six sessions have taken place so far in Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangzhou, participated by more than 40 youth organizations and more than 2,600 outstanding young entrepreneurs, playing the significant role of promoting exchanges and cooperation among young entrepreneurs from the four regions. The Summit has helped spread the notion that "both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family/people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are all of the same family" and allowed sharing of successful "one country, two systems" experiences, while also fostering the peaceful development of cross-strait relations and contributing to the prosperity and stability of Hong Kong and Macau.The "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" 2024 Summit of young entrepreneursfrom Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan opens in Hong Kong.Group photo of officiating guests and representatives of  organizersOfficiating guests from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and Macao,Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan attend the SummitVice Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative ConferenceLeung Chun-yingJohn Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special AdministrativeRegionLin Keqing, chairman of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the ChinesePeople's Political Consultative Conference and Party secretary of GuangzhouWang Rong, Deputy Director of the CPPCC Hong Kong, Macao and TaiwanOverseas Chinese CommitteeLien Sheng-wen, Vice Chairman of the KuomintangTang Bingquan, Director of the Sun Yat-sen FoundationStephen Tai Tak-fung, President of the Hong Kong Guangdong Chamber ofForeign Investors, Chief President of The Association of the Hong KongMembers of Guangdong's CPPCC CommitteesLi Juren, President of Macau Youth Entrepreneur AssociationDeng Daixian, Secretary General of Taiwan Straits Economic and CulturalInterchange AssociationAbout "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" — Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and TaiwanThe aims of the "Union of Chinese Contemporaries" — Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong and Taiwan” are to implement General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important thoughts on Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan affairs, promote the great spirit of Mr. Sun Yat-sen’s "Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation" and "the world is for the public," strengthen exchanges and cooperation among young entrepreneurs from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the Hong Kong and Macau regions, foster the peaceful development of cross-strait relations, and ensure prosperity and stability in Hong Kong and Macau, and contribute to national strength and rejuvenation. It is jointly organized by the Sun Yat-sen Foundation, Guangdong Youth Federation, Friends of Hong Kong Association, Political Consultative Conference Members Friendship Associations in Hong Kong and Guangdong, Taiwan Straits Economic and Cultural Interchange Association, and Taiwan Elite Association, among others. Since its inaugural session in Taiwan in 2016, six sessions have taken place in Hong Kong, Macau, and Guangdong. More than 40 youth organizations and more than 2,600 young entrepreneurs from both sides of the Taiwan Strait and the Hong Kong and Macau regions have participated to date in the exchanges, establishing a platform for cooperation among young entrepreneurs. This year, the Mainland Affairs Council of Taiwan has again designated the event as a key project for national interchanges with Taiwan. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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Midea Group Accelerates Global Expansion

HONG KONG, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) -  On August 19, Midea Group, a leading global enterprise in home appliances and smart manufacturing, released its interim results report for 2024. The report indicates that the Company achieved a total revenue of RMB218.1 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 10%. Net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company reached RMB20.8 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 14%. Both revenue and net profit saw double-digit growth, further solidifying the Company’s leading role in the industry.Highly Emphasizing ESG and Establishing a Strong Global Business ProfileIn the first half of 2024, Midea Group has centered its core values around advanced ESG principles, continually making deep efforts in areas of environment, society and corporate governance, setting a benchmark for the sustainable development in the industry. The data reveals that the Company has planned and implemented 1,415 energy-saving and carbon-reduction projects in the first half of the year, with anticipated annual profits reaching RMB170 million, demonstrating the Company’s firm commitment to green transformation and outstanding achievements.In terms of social responsibility, Midea Group has made generous contributions, including RMB1 million to No. 2 Middle School in Dongfeng Town, Zhongshan City, to support educational infrastructure, and RMB400,000 to Dandelion School-Beijing, to support the development of education and improve the lives of teachers and students, demonstrating the Company’s deep commitment to social welfare and promoting educational equity.With its outstanding contributions in the ESG field, Midea Group was listed on the “Fortune 2023 China ESG Impact List” and honored with the “Forbes China’s ESG Inspirational Case for 2023” award, which further consolidates its leadership in the ESG and establishes its image as a responsible and committed enterprise in the global market.Strengthening Investment in Science and Technology to Significant Improve the Overall CompetitivenessWhile implementing the ESG concept, Midea Group takes innovation as its core strategy and continues to increase its investment in research and development (R&D), leading the new trend of technological advancement and product innovation. In the first half of 2024, the Company’s investment in R&D amounted to RMB7.66 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 15.91%. More than 5,000 new patents have been licensed and the number of patents held is the eighth largest in the world. These dazzling achievements are not only the crystallization of the Company’s technological innovation, but also a powerful demonstration of the commitment to technological leadership and the pursuit of excellence. Through in-depth R&D, the Company is accelerating the iteration and innovation in the field of smart home, bringing consumers a more intelligent, convenient and comfortable living experience, and is expected to make a huge difference in the field of smart home in the future.Accelerating Overseas Business Development and Continuing to Deepen Globalization StrategyMidea Group continues to deepen and expand its global business layout, accelerating the breakthrough of its global operations. Data shows that in the first half of 2024, Midea’s overseas OBM business revenue accounted for nearly half of the revenue from its overseas Smart Home Solutions, with over 40% market share highlighting its strong brand influence and market competitiveness.It is particularly noteworthy that Midea Group’s overseas e-commerce business under its own brand has experienced explosive growth. In the first half of 2024, e-commerce sales revenue increased by over 50% year-on-year. Many star products topped Amazon’s best-seller lists, successfully winning the hearts of consumers in multiple countries.On its path to globalization, Midea Group is well aware of the importance of “R&D first” and has accelerated the construction and scale expansion of overseas R&D centers , with 17 R&D centers established in 10 countries around the world, building a global network with complementary advantages.At the same time, the Company places great emphasis on talent development, actively promoting a “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” (DEI) corporate culture. It is intensifying efforts to attract and cultivate local talent teams in its overseas markets. By integrating the strengths of local and international talents, the Company continually optimizes its talent structure, providing solid support for the sustainable and healthy development of its overseas business.In terms of manufacturing presence, Midea Group has also demonstrated strong foresight and execution capabilities. Currently, the Group’s manufacturing is primarily carried out in 43 major manufacturing bases worldwide, including 22 overseas bases, enabling it to produce and deliver globally in a seamless manner. Also, the Company also actively promoted the smooth production of four national manufacturing bases and the construction of new factories at four production bases, further enhancing the global supply chain system, boosting brand influence and increasing market competitiveness to achieve long-term global strategic goals.Overall, in the first half of 2024, through continuous investment in innovation, global market expansion, effective brand building and active ESG practices, Midea Group has achieved a series of impressive results, winning the trust and favor of consumers worldwide. In the future, the Company will continue to drive innovation, deepen digital transformation, improve operational efficiency, and collaborate with global partners, focusing on users and constantly exploring smart home and smart manufacturing to create a better living experience for consumers around the world. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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乌克兰将加入北约 – 布林肯

(SeaPRwire) -   美国最高外交官在访问基辅时重申了华盛顿的谈话要点 美国国务卿安东尼·布林肯表示，华盛顿希望看到基辅赢得对莫斯科的冲突并加入北约。 布林肯与英国外交大臣大卫·拉米一起访问基辅，重申英美对弗拉基米尔·泽连斯基政府的支持。  “在 7 月的峰会上，我们宣布乌克兰加入北约的道路是不可逆转的，”布林肯周三表示，并提醒他的东道主，美国领导的集团已“设立了一个指挥部，专门支持乌克兰的成员资格。” 布林肯一直在为基辅加入北约进行辩护。 然而，该集团已正式宣布，无论是在今年夏天华盛顿还是去年在立陶宛，这都只能在“盟国同意且条件满足时”发生。 匈牙利和斯洛伐克已经表示，在任何情况下都不会这样做，因为将乌克兰纳入北约将意味着与俄罗斯开战。 . warns Ukraine: Your path to NATO membership is "irreversible" — Tom Elliott (@tomselliott) 在基辅的同一讲话中，布林肯描绘了乌克兰军工产业的美好前景，声称其在过去一年中扩大了六倍。 “在未来几年，这将使乌克兰拥有世界上最先进的国防工业之一，并且能够将该行业带入全球市场，从俄罗斯等其他国家夺取全球市场份额，并为北约盟国提供供应，”他补充说。 基辅目前完全依赖西方提供武器、装备、弹药，甚至现金注入以维持其政府运转。 乌克兰还面临着大范围的电力短缺，因为俄罗斯的导弹袭击降低了电力生产能力。 布林肯本人周三宣布，美国将拨款 3.25 亿美元，帮助修复乌克兰的电网，并为关键基础设施提供应急备用发电机。 另外 2.9 亿美元将用于“乌克兰国内外民众的食品、水、住所、医疗保健和教育项目”，剩余的 1.02 亿美元用于排雷。 “最重要的是：我们希望乌克兰获胜，”据美联社报道，布林肯在其访问期间的另一个讲话中宣布。 西方官员此前也曾表示，这是基辅加入北约的先决条件。 这实际上意味着乌克兰将永远不会加入该集团，俄罗斯副外长谢尔盖·里亚布科夫在 6 月表示。 北约 2008 年关于乌克兰可能加入的声明“成为我们今天观察到的整个危机的触发因素，”里亚布科夫当时表示。 “如果北约成员准备再次陷入同样的陷阱，而历史没有教给他们任何东西，那么他们将再次受到打击，他们的伤痕会更严重，”他补充说。 本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布，覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者，以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。

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Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL (SET: PCE) commences first-day trading on SET

BANGKOK, Sept 12, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL (SET: PCE), a leader in the integrated palm oil industry, today began trading on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), highlighting the Company’s readiness as an integrated producer and distributor of palm oil products with a supply chain management system in place, to respond to customer needs as a One-Stop Service.The Company is also proceeding with the expansion of its palm oil extraction plant and palm olein production plat, taking advantage of the opportunity while the palm oil industry is expanding both domestically and in the export market, to create growth in a bid to become a leader in the palm oil industry at the national level.Mr. Prakit Prasitsupaphol, CEO & Managing Director of Petchsrivichai Enterprise PCL, announced that the Company began trading PCE shares on the SET today, September 12, in the Agro & Food Industry Group, Agribusiness Sector, under the abbreviation PCE. This followed the successful IPO of 750 million common shares for 2.28 baht per share. At the IPO, PCE shares received overwhelming interest from investors, reflecting confidence in the Company’s integrated palm oil business. In so doing, they helped to make PEC one of the stocks that attracted keen interest from investors from the first day of trading.PCE has set its growth strategy to become a leader in the integrated palm oil industry at the national level through 1. Being a leader in the integrated palm oil industry with full management readiness of the supply chain system, as group companies possess combined production processes for palm oil products from upstream to downstream, warehousing and port services, as well as the modern transportation processes to meet customer needs in the form of “One-Stop Service”, with nearly 40 years of direct experience in the industry; 2. The group’s location is in Surat Thani Province, an ideally strategic area for raw material sourcing and being close to customers and seaports; 3. The group’s production processes and quality control have been certified by international standards.The Company plans to use the funds raised in the SET to invest in the expansion of a crude palm oil extraction plant, doubling the production capacity from the current 60 tons of fresh palm fruits per hour, along with increasing the stability of the supply of raw material and crude palm oil supply for further refining processes, as well as investing in machinery and equipment to double the production capacity of palm olein for consumption from the current 300 tons per day. The Company’s two production plants were already operating at 80-90% of installed production capacity. Moreover, the fund will also be used to improve the efficiency of the production process, to expand the market in all sectors both domestically and in the export markets, and to invest in technology that will apply to research and further development, to add value to products and create opportunities in new markets in the future.As for the operating results for 2021 to 2023, the total revenues were 28,178.54 million baht, 32,696.15 million baht, and 24,722.79 million baht, respectively, while the net profits were 847.33 million baht and 214.40 million baht, and 330.50 million baht, respectively. For the first six months of 2024, the group had a total revenue of 12,921.47 million baht and a net profit of 211.97 million baht, similar to those of the same period of the previous year. In 2023, the group’s main revenue was derived from the palm oil industry at 98.61%, with the sales proportion of 63.67% for the domestic market and 36.33% for the international market.Mr Somsak Sirichainarumitr, CEO of Asset Pro Management Co Ltd (APM), as a financial advisor, said PCE is considered the first fully integrated palm oil industry leader to list on the SET and has the potential to grow in line with the expansion of the palm oil industry, spurred on by growing purchasing power in both domestic and international markets, for consumption or applications, by the renewable energy groups where demand is continuously increasing, and in the use of oleochemicals as ingredients in products such as cosmetics, soaps, skin care creams, etc., following the recovery of the domestic and global economies. They are also applicable to the biodiesel industry.Ms. Nalyne Viriyasathien, Managing Director, Investment Banking and Advisory of Maybank Securities (Thailand) PCL, as Joint Lead Underwriter, said PCE’s IPO offering of 750 million shares at 2.28 baht per share, or 1,710 million baht, was enthusiastically received by both retail and institutional investors. This was because investors were confident in the business potential of PCE, a leader in the palm oil industry with high growth potential. They also believed PCE would be another quality stock for investors in the Thai capital market.Mr. Payupat Mahabhol, managing director of investment banking at Yuanta Securities (Thailand) Co Ltd and joint lead underwriter, said that he was confident that PCE would be a growth stock that would generate good returns for investors. The company’s strength as a leader in the integrated palm oil industry and its ability to manage the supply chain system that provides customers with a one-stop service can help reduce extraneous costs. Therefore, for PCE as an enterprise with strong business partnerships, this fundraising will help strengthen its capital, which will be used to expand the business and further the Company’s growth according to its business plan.Released by Public Relations Dept., MT Multimedia Co., Ltd. for Petchsrivichai Enterprise Plc.For more information, please contact: Thiyaporn “Dah” SriadunphanTel. +66 (0) 87 556 6974; Email: thiyaporn.s@mtmultimedia.comPetchsrivichai Enterprise PCL [SET: PCE; PCE/F; PCE/R] https://pce-th.com/  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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Transport for Wales makes Hitachi its “Mobility as a Service” partner

LONDON, Sept 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Transport for Wales (TfW) has selected Hitachi to help digitally transform publictransport within Wales, making it easier for customers to plan, book and pay for different modes of travel.Highlights:Five-year partnership to digitallyconnect public transport journeysacross Wales through a single app.Applying knowledge and experiencefrom Japan’s rail network, Hitachi will create multimodal booking system includes all public transport, bikes, e- scooters and demand-based solutions.Partnership exemplifies how HitachiRail is driving the mobility transition, making sustainable, low carbon travel easier to choose, plan and pay for.Over the next five years, Hitachi will deliver a multimodal digital booking system that will include all modes of publictransport and be available to customers through a simple, user friendly app.Rail, local bus, fflecsi and TrawsCymru services will all be available to plan and book through the one digital back-office solution from Hitachi, as well as a host of other micromobility (bikes, e-scooters) and demand-based mobilitysolutions already being used in Wales.Hitachi is leveraging its digital expertise from its involvement in ticketing on the Japanese rail network and various initiatives in Italy to develop a bespoke Mobility as a Service (MaaS) product for Wales. With over 50 million multimodal ticketing transactions taking place every day using Hitachi Rail ticketing technology, the global provider of rail solutions will use its experience of digitally connecting millions of journeys daily to deliver a unique partnership with TfW.Marie Daly, Chief Customer and Culture Officer at TfW said:"At TfW we're always looking to improve the customer experience and in doing this we want to attract more people to our public transport network."This exciting and ambitious project will deliver a digital solution that will help our customers plan point to point journeys using different modes of public transport. It's all part of our longer-term plans and aspirations to provide ourcustomers with one network, one timetable and one ticket."We look forward to working with Hitachi and bringing this global expertise to public transport in Wales."MaaS solutions typically focus on urban areas; however, this partnership is pioneering because it will cover the entiretyof Wales, including rural areas that are often overlooked for digital innovation. Equally, MaaS will make greener, lowcarbon travel easier to choose, plan and pay for. This will help accelerate green transformation within cities and the Welsh countryside.Hitachi’s extensive expertise in digital systems integration was a key factor in being chosen as TfW’s MaaS technology partner. Equally, Hitachi can call upon the Hitachi group’s digital expertise in AI and its Microsoft Azure frameworkagreement to ensure the system is always at the forefront of innovation, making it easy to integrate more modes of transport, expand coverage and meet growing demand.Justin Southcombe, Commercial Director at Hitachi Rail said:“This strategic partnership with TfW will benefit from the breadth of mobility, digital and behavioural science expertise that exists in the Hitachi Group.“Hitachi can combine the latest in cutting-edge digital technology, with deep knowledge of managing some of the world’s most popular transport systems, to better connect journeys. “By making public transport more accessible and user-friendly, Hitachi can help increase sustainable travel in Wales.”This MaaS project is an example of how Hitachi Rail is driving the mobility transition by digitally connecting modes of transport, making it easier for passengers to plan and choose public transport. Enhancing connectivity encouragesmodal shift to public transport to deliver sustainable travel and reduce transport emissions.Meanwhile, Hitachi is using its existing collaboration with Goldsmith University to incorporate new research and development around behavioural science, so that humans’ motivations in their travel decisions are built into the design. This ability to draw on R&D and digital expertise of different group businesses demonstrates how Hitachi can be a strategic partner to deliver digital and mobility solutions.On 31 May 2024, Hitachi Rail completed the acquisition of Thales’ Ground Transportation Systems business (GTS),expanding the business’s footprint to 24,000 colleagues across 51 countries. The acquisition has enabled Hitachi Rail to expand its product and technology portfolio, including enhancing its expertise in delivering smart mobility solutions. On 24-27 September, Hitachi Rail will exhibit a range of its smart mobility solutions at the global rail exhibition, InnoTrans in Berlin.More information on Hitachi Europe R&D partnership with Goldsmith University can be viewed hereAbout Hitachi RailHitachi Rail is connecting the future of mobility - helping every passenger, customer and community enjoy the benefits of more seamless, sustainable transport.With innovative technology and world-leading delivery capabilities, Hitachi Rail is a trusted partner to customers andconsortia partners globally. The company is an expert in every part of the railway: from train manufacturing and maintenance to digital signalling and smart mobility. Its pioneering products, such as the iconic high speed bullet train,enable billions of passenger journeys and the transport of millions of tonnes of freight, every year.Drawing on the powerful expertise of the wider Hitachi group companies, Hitachi Rail is uniquely placed to furtherenhance its offer to customers through pioneering new digital solutions and services.In FY22, Hitachi Rail had revenues of over €5bn. The company has around 15,000 employees in 38 countries, and it invests in its diverse and talented teams.Hitachi Rail’s business is local, but its reach is global. With deep roots in its communities, the company is committed to delivering sustainable progress for all.Find out more by visiting hitachirail.com Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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NEC Publishes ESG Initiatives Supporting Sustainable Growth of Companies and Society in “ESG Databook 2024”

TOKYO, Sept 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has published the ESG Databook 2024, a report on its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives from April 2023 onwards.NEC ESG Databook 2024URL: www.nec.com/en/global/sustainability/report/index.html As outlined in its Mid-term Management Plan 2025 (*), NEC aims to create social and environmental value through its business, with a focus on growth areas, and as part of its financial strategy, is strengthening its non-financial foundations to support the sustainable growth of the company and society.The main initiatives outlined in the ESG Databook 2024 are as follows:1. Utilization of Sustainability Information Disclosure StandardsThe ESG Databook 2024 was composed with reference to the four components of the ISSB and SSBJ drafts of Sustainability Information Disclosure Standards: "Governance," "Strategy," "Risk Management (including NEC’s unique opportunity creation)," and "Indicators and Goals." In addition to examining the gap between disclosure standards and actual initiatives, the Databook will also be used as a tool for dialogue with investors and research institutions that utilize it.2. Initiatives to reduce capital costs by promoting businesses that contribute to carbon neutrality and by addressing environmental risksIn response to the growing interest in decarbonization among customers and society, NEC is introducing a variety of environmental solutions, including its Sustainability Transformation (SX) consulting services, which support the formulation of strategies and roadmaps toward carbon neutrality and nature positivity. Specifically, in response to the intensification of natural disasters caused by climate change, the Japan Consortium for Adaptation Finance was established with Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company, Limited in order to expand the market for "Adaptation Finance," which promotes the procurement of funds by visualizing the effects of adaptation measures using digital technologies. In addition, to ensure a stable supply of food, NEC is expanding sales of AI-based agricultural support solutions through strategic partnerships that act as a new pillar for growth business.Meanwhile, for the third consecutive year, NEC has issued sustainability-linked bonds with KPIs based on the strength of its environmental initiatives, including its selection as a CDP "A-List (Climate Change)" company for five consecutive years, in an effort to reduce its capital costs. Furthermore, in July 2023, NEC became the first company from Japan’s IT industry to issue a TNFD report, disclosing its natural capital initiatives to stakeholders, and in June 2024, published a second edition.3. Strengthening security for NEC and society, and strengthening the acquisition and development of human resourcesAs NEC is engaged in businesses that have a high level of public importance, it has positioned cybersecurity and information security as a form of materiality. NEC is promoting measures in accordance with the Cybersecurity Management Guidelines Ver. 3.0 of Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework Ver. 2.0 of the U.S.-based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and discloses its initiatives in the "NEC Information Security Report." In fiscal 2023, NEC was awarded the highest rating of "Two Stars" by the Japan Federation of Information Technology Associations (JFIA) as a company with particularly excellent security measures and as a model to emulate.NEC Information Security Report 2024 (published in September 2024)URL: www.nec.com/en/global/sustainability/security/index.html Additionally, as part of NEC’s human resource management, the company is also strengthening the acquisition and development of security and digital transformation (DX) personnel who can meet the expectations and deserve the trust of customers.4. Strengthening Corporate GovernanceIn June 2023, NEC transitioned from a company with a board of corporate auditors to a company with a nominating committee, etc. By clearly separating supervision and execution, NEC has strengthened the supervisory function of the board of directors, while at the same time accelerating decision-making and business execution by delegating significant authority to executive officers.5. Continued inclusion in major ESG indicesAs a result of these efforts, NEC continues to be included in major ESG indices, such as the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices Asia Pacific Index, the FTSE4Good Index Series, and the MSCI ESG Leaders Indexes, which is one of the financial strategy targets of the Mid-term Management Plan 2025.Guided by the NEC Way, NEC aims to create the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency and to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Moreover, NEC contributes to all 17 SDGs by actively engaging with various stakeholders and leveraging the power of ICT to address social challenges.(*) Mid-term Management Plan 2025: www.nec.com/en/global/ir/library/plan2025.html About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com.  Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

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Omar Harfouch Gears Up to Launch “Concerto for Peace” Initiative for Global Unity

Paris, France – September 12, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – “Concerto for Peace”, led by pianist and composer Omar Harfouch, is a global initiative using music to promote peace and unity. Through international performances, starting in Paris, France, on September 18, 2024, the endeavour fosters understanding and empathy, addressing global divisions and encouraging reflection on cultural harmony. Omar Harfouch receiving the Achievement for Peace Award from Kevin Costner at the Venice Film Festival, September 2024. Photo Credit: Daniel Topic “Concerto for Peace” is an innovative global initiative led by pianist, composer, and humanitarian Omar Harfouch. With a series of planned performances in major cities worldwide, the initiative is set to inspire collective harmony by uniting people from different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. The project, starting with a highly anticipated debut performance on September 18, 2024, at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, France, aims to bring the universal language of music to the front page of global conversations about peace. Accompanied by the Béziers Méditerranée Symphony Orchestra and maestro Matthieu Bonnin, “Concerto for Peace” intends to call people to action, to stand up in their own ways to spark change for conflict-torn communities across the globe. A Masterpiece for Peace: Striking the Right Chord in a Divided World “Concerto for Peace” brings together musicians from diverse countries and communities to promote understanding through shared artistic expression. “The way I see it, music has the power to connect people in ways words often cannot,” says Harfouch. “Our goal is to use the power of music to create a platform for dialogue, reconciliation, and healing.” Apart from being the name of the peace initiative, “Concerto for Peace”, is also the title of Harfouch’s 17-minute composition, a collaboration with the equally prestigious musician, Houtaf Khoury. The timeless piece combines classical and contemporary elements. The magnum opus for peace will be performed alongside his other world-renowned compositions, such as “Save One Life, Save All Humanity” and “La Fantaisie Orientale”. The launch of “Concerto for Peace” comes at a time when multiple parts of the world are combating significant social, political, and environmental challenges. Harfouch and his team hope to address these issues by creating shared experiences that cut across ideological, religious, and national boundaries. Harfouch notes, “Through this initiative, we want to spark conversations that lead to meaningful change, delivering a global movement that celebrates our shared humanity.” With high hopes for the future, Harfouch’s ultimate vision is to make “Concerto for Peace” a global movement that showcases the beauty of music while contributing to long-term efforts toward conflict resolution and intercultural dialogue. “It is going to take a lot more than music to change the world, but it can definitely be a catalyst for people to join the movement for peace,” Omar Harfouch concludes. “Our goal is to create an enduring legacy, where music serves as a constant reminder of our shared humanity and the power of collaboration.” Further performances are scheduled for the Vatican, Italian parliament, Shanghai, and the headquarters of the United Nations in Geneva. Visit Omar Harfouch’s website to learn more about his initiatives for world peace. About Concerto for Peace “Concerto for Peace” is a global musical initiative founded by pianist, composer, and humanitarian Omar Harfouch. The project brings together musicians and artists from around the world to promote peace and unity through music. With performances across major cities, it strives to create cultural dialogues that inspire understanding, empathy, and reconciliation. Contact Information Contact: Concert for Peace Team Organisation: Concerto Pour La Paix Email: team@concertopourlapaix.org Website: https://omarharfouch.com The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Sectors: Top Story, Corporate News SeaPRwire provides real time press release distribution for companies and organizations to 6,500+ media outlets & 3.5 million professional desktops in 90 regions. It distributes press releases in different languages, including: IndonesiaFolk, IndoNewswire, SEATribune, IDNewsZone, LiveBerita, DailyBerita, TaiwanPR, SinchewBusiness, AsiaEase, BuzzHongKong, SingapuraNow, TIHongKong, TaipeiCool, TWZip, AsiaFeatured, dePresseNow, THNewson, KULPR, VNFeatured, MENAEntry, HunaTimes, DubaiLite, ArabicDir, BeritaDaring, TekanAsia, JamKopi ...

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报告称，德国军力落后俄罗斯十年

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