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High-quality scientific publications from Japan decreased by 17% between 2015 and 2019, while China’s increased by 80% during the same period. Women make up only 15% of the R&D workforce, and foreign researchers account for only 5.6% of the R&D workforce in Japan vs. 28% in the US Investment in R&D in Japan is far below that of the US or China (US$18.1bn vs. US$179bn and US$100bn, […]

Holistic Educational Programmes to Support over 1,000 Students and Nurture Spirit of Innovation   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 28 September 2020 – The growing number of families in need seeking e-learning support under the ‘One Laptop’ programme (the ‘Programme’), jointly launched by the Hong Kong Innovation Foundation (‘HKIF’) and Sino Group in August 2020, reflects the increasing challenges and urgent demand in the community for technological support […]

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 28 September 2020 – The Tang Prize Foundation joined forces with Taiwan’s National Taiwan University, National Tsing Hua University, National Cheng Kung University, National Chengchi University, the Experimental Biology of the US, Association for Asian Studies, and the Jane Goodall Institute to stage four Tang Prize Masters’ Forums on sustainable development, biopharmaceutical science, Sinology and the rule of law on September 21 and 22. […]

10,000 “Smiley Meal Boxes” Shared with the Needy   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 27 September 2020 – Over the last 10 days, Gingko House and the Hong Kong Federation of Youth (HKFYG) have joined forces to drive the #ShareASmile campaign, inviting people of all generations to #ShareASmile through their face masks, by virtually drawing or placing funny or cute smiles on top their selfies. These selfies were shared on […]

Awards recognise outstanding contributions to FinTech sector, with Mr John Tsang, Senior Advisor of Bowtie, Mr Jim Lai, Vice President, Tencent Holdings Limited & Chairman, Fusion Bank Limited and Dr Suen Wai Mo, Founder & CEO, ClusterTech Limited on list of awardees   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 25 September 2020 – The IFTA FinTech Achievement Awards 2019 (the “Awards”) organized by the Institute of Financial of Technologists of Asia […]

China gained the “understanding and support” from the World Health Organization before starting a controversial emergency use program for its Covid-19 vaccine candidates, a Chinese health official said Friday.
By Sankar Ray   The crucial hiatus between the ruling Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaaf (Pakistan Movement for Justice) ,  and its satellites on the one hand and the Opposition whose main constituents in terms of parliamentary strength are Pakistan People’s Party, Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) and Jamiar Ulema-e-Islam  (Fazl-ur-Rehman) widens with the formation of the Pakistan Democratic movement […]
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New survey highlights clear challenges for Hong Kong office occupiers, while finding optimism for recovery and potential new opportunities in a changed market   Cost savings are now a primary focus, with more than 85% of respondents experiencing negative business impacts from COVID-19 Many firms are now anticipating reduced space needs over the next three years Around 70% of respondents believe business will return to pre-COVID-19 levels […]

Upload a Selfie to Share Kindness Around Hong Kong   HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 24 September 2020 – The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented distance between people, since it has become the new normal to put on face masks most of the time. What used to be a simple act of kindness that warmed our hearts — sharing a smile among strangers — has not been seen […]

Industry leaders and analysts share perspectives and solutions to build business resiliency post-pandemic   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 September 2020 – Fuji Xerox Singapore, a leading provider in document and communications solutions, presented the third edition of its flagship event; Innovation Re:Mix Forum Work Reimagined 2020. With approximately 80% of organisations in Asia Pacific expecting a decline in 2020 revenue, the Innovation Re:Mix Forum is particularly timely as […]

Survey reveals that less than three in 10 Asia Pacific consumers are confident in their ability to age healthily HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 24 September 2020 – Premier global nutrition company, Herbalife Nutrition, today released findings from the 2020 Asia Pacific Healthy Aging Survey, which revealed that Asia Pacific consumers have a clear vision of what healthy aging means to them, but less than three in 10 consumers […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 24 September 2020 – 7-Eleven has always been known for running attractive redemption programmes that offer appealing collectibles. However, the team decided to do things differently this time round — they wanted to shift the programme from simply being a way to reward loyalty into a platform to increase brand equity and authentically engage the customer in a fun and exciting way. So, […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 24 September 2020 – Enterprise Asia, Asia’s leading non-governmental organization for responsible entrepreneurship hosted its first virtual summit;  the 6thInternational CSR & Sustainability ICS Summit 2020 (ICS) on 23 September 2020. The summit was reimagined and hosted as a virtual event due to public health and safety concerns.   The Summit themed “Purpose Before Profits: An Equilibrium World”, convened over 600 corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability leaders […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 23 September 2020 – Southco Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Southco Inc., a leading global provider of engineered access solutions such as locks, latches, captive fasteners, electronic access solutions and hinges/ positioning technology, has expanded its successful E5 Cam Latch series, including an extended housing version designed for increased panel thickness, a roller cam option that compensates for inadequate gasket compression and a flush […]

Corporations have never been able to cleanly separate their activities from geopolitics. Now, technology firms are finding it increasingly difficult to work across the US-China divide. Try as they might to cross-pollinate through research and investments, the climate between China and the United States continues to deteriorate into political one-upmanship, leaving users to pay the…

The Art of Innovative Construction Explore sustainable green living with Hong Kong artists HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 21 September 2020 – Construction Industry Council — Zero Carbon Park (CIC-ZCP) proudly presents: “Art in Construction”, an exhibition that gathers local artists to explore and showcase the connection and creativity between construction and art through various forms including sculptures, installations, paintings, photography, and workshops. Starting from today, “Art […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 22 September 2020 – Mox Bank Limited (“Mox”) is officially launched to everyone in Hong Kong today. Mox is the new virtual bank created by Standard Chartered in partnership with PCCW, HKT and Trip.com, which provides its suite of retail banking services entirely digitally over its app. Deniz  Güven, CEO of Mox, said: “We are so excited to welcome everyone in Hong Kong […]

AIA Financial Career Scheme 2020 will provide eligible candidates with comprehensive financial services training as well as vital financial support whilst undertaking the programme   SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 21 September 2020 – AIA Singapore today announced the creation of up to 500 new career opportunities, in-depth training and financial support aimed at fresh graduates and mid-career switchers, amid ongoing economic uncertainty and increasing unemployment as a result of […]

The Acquisition Fulfills Aoyuan Healthy’s Deployment of Resources for Developing its Medical Beauty Business and Furthers the Development of its General Health and Wellness Business The Move also Enhances Synergy Between its Businesses of Property Management, Commercial Property Operation and General Health and Wellness           HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 21 September 2020 – Aoyuan Healthy Life Group Company Limited (“Aoyuan Healthy” or the […]

A rumour first emerged in July that Xiaomi has got a pair of smartphones in the works codenamed Gauguin and Gauguin Pro. A new Xiaomi model with model number M2007J17C has reportedly received network access permission. The blogger who broke the news (Digital Chat Station) disclosed that the model is codenamed Gaauguin which has earlier …

HONG KONG, CHINA – EQS Newswire – 18 September 2020 – The board of directors (the “Board”) of Uni-Bio Science Group Limited (the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) is pleased to announce updates on the developmental potential of the Group’s innovative biologic self-developed drug Recombinant Exendin-4 Injection (“Uni-GLP”).   About Uni-GLP Uni-GLP, a class of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (“GLP-1 RAs”), can reduce high blood glucose by […]

As part of the expanded global Pathways to Progress initiative, Citi and the Citi Foundation to collectively invest US$35 million in philanthropic contributions and grants to improve the employability of youth from low-income and underserved communities in Asia by 2023 Citi Asia Pacific to offer 6,000 jobs and 60,000 job-skills training opportunities for youth over the next three years  Young people to continue to be positioned front […]

HONG KONG, CHINA – Media OutReach – 18 September 2020 – Kerry Logistics Network Limited (‘Kerry Logistics’; Stock Code 0636.HK) is delighted to be crowned the winner of the CILT Award (the ‘Award’) 2020 – Enterprise Award for its outstanding service.   Organised biennially by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (‘CILTHK’) to recognise professional excellence and promote the best practice of transport and logistics, the Award […]

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