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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 March 2024 – To encourage the citizens and visitors to participate in the “Art March” and its various activities, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB) will launch “Art March” Free Tram Ride Day on March 16, 2024 (Saturday). Members of the public can enjoy free rides on all tram routes that day to explore Hong Kong Island, […]

Accessing more diverse talent polls and talent matching will be key for employers HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 March 2024 – Hiring sentiment overall in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland is softer. However, a KPMG survey shows a more optimistic outlook from C-level executives in Hong Kong, suggesting that there is still a need for top talent who can drive results in […]

HAMBURG, GERMANY – EQS Newswire – 15 March 2024 – Søren Skou, the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of A.P. Moller-Maersk (“Maersk”), has joined Skyborn Renewables (“Skyborn”) as Chair of the Advisory Board. “We are delighted to welcome Søren to Skyborn. His proven leadership skills and his deep understanding of, and appreciation for, the global energy transition make him an excellent choice for Chair of the Board […]

Introducing New Award Category “Community Housing” and New Award Type “Theme Award” HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 March 2024 – Jointly organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors – Property and Facility Management Division (HKIS-PFMD) and The Hong Kong Association of Property Management Companies Limited (HKAPMC), the biennial award, Quality Property and Facility Management Award 2024 (QPFMA 2024) held the Official Launch […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 March 2024 – The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce of the Royal Thai Government hosted Hong Kong Thai Night 2024 gala at Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China on 11 March 2024, for the first time in 5 years. Presided over by Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana […]

Over 1,300 exhibitors embrace rising opportunities in twin lighting fairs Buyer registration Link HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 March 2024 -Lighting today has transcended its traditional role of mere illumination, emerging as a catalyst for enhancing well-being and creating a better environment for quality living. To embrace this exciting evolution and capitalise on the rising opportunities, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) […]

All new annual conference on critical issues in tech, finance, talent and energy, with a spotlight on Asia and convening industry leaders and investors from some of the world’s most dynamic companies Over 60 speakers, including top executives from Google, Amazon, Intel, Nike, Rakuten, Walmart, Cathay Pacific, Dow, Medtronic and more Summit kicks off with special Fortune Most Powerful Women networking program featuring top female leaders from […]

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Hong Kong ranks first on merchandise trade depth and FDI flows depth The city ranks fourth in terms of the scale of its international flows relative to domestic activity Globalization reached a record high, despite pandemic and geopolitical conflict Evidence points to robust intra-Asia trade flows and intercontinental trade demand between Asia and the West HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 March 2024 – […]

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) announced today the commencement of the second phase of its pilot program for a central bank digital currency (CBDC), dubbed the e-HKD. This latest stage aims to explore innovative applications for the digital Hong Kong dollar and delve deeper into promising areas identified during the initial phase. Launched in May 2023, the first phase of the e-HKD pilot program examined the […]

MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 March 2024 – Melco Resorts & Entertainment has been honored by MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2024 with a collective total of eight MICHELIN stars across five restaurants located in its properties including City of Dreams, Studio City and Altira Macau. The result establishes Melco as Macau’s leader with the highest number of MICHELIN-stars achieved across its properties. […]

Nighthawk MK92 Tri-Band System unlocks speeds of up to 5.7Gbps for homes up to 5,000 square feet HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2024 – NETGEAR®, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTGR), the leading provider of award-winning connected products designed to simplify and improve people’s lives, today introduced the Nighthawk Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6E System (MK92), engineered for exceptional mesh WiFi range and performance. The system, […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2024 – The 2024 Goodman Healthy Hike & Run took place, a spectacular display of athleticism and a celebration of the city’s breathtaking trails. Over 550 competitors from Hong Kong and around the world gathered to participate in this incredible event. In an extraordinary feat, local Hong Kong runner Leung Son Keng and Sophie Hedou (France) emerged […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2024 – In a bold move that underscores its leadership in the cybersecurity industry, ABPGroup recently announce its latest expansion into Taiwan, marking a significant milestone in its rapid growth across Asia. This strategic initiative is a testament to ABPGroup’s unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge security solutions and fortifying the digital landscape in the region. Figure 1: ABPGroup Team […]

Hong Kong is ranked 10th – the only other Asian market in the top 10 most connected list Globalization reached a record high, despite pandemic and geopolitical conflict Current level of globalization at only 25 percent, citing large potential to continue growing global flows Evidence points to robust intra-Asia trade flows and intercontinental trade demand between Asia and the West SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2024 – The board of directors of Oi Wah Pawnshop Credit Holdings Limited (HKEx stock code: 1319.HK, the “Group” or “Oi Wah”) and PACM Group (Holdings) Limited (“PACM Group”) jointly announced that Oi Wah Mortgage Limited, the indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of the Group, has entered into the Subscription Agreement with the General Partner (co-owned by PACM Group […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 March 2024 – Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo” or the “Company”, stock code: 259, which together with its subsidiaries is referred to as the “Group”) announces that the Group has entered into the Share Purchase Agreement with Zhejiang Construction Investment Group Company Limited (“Zhejiang Construction Investment”), a state-owned enterprise, through its direct wholly-owned subsidiary, Billion Power Investment Limited. […]

NTT Innovation Alliance Program creates a collaborative platform in Hong Kong, leveraging the company’s expertise and docomo business’ success in Hong Kong and Japan to co-create within a diverse tech ecosystem that encompasses enterprises, partners, universities and startups to commercialize future-ready solutions from Proof-of-Concept to the Go-to-Market stage. Partners in the program thus far include leading innovation hubs Cyberport and HKSTP, research center LSCM, academic research partners […]

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2024 – The Jockey Club Multiple Pathways Initiative – CLAP-TECH Pathway (CLAP-TECH), funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, celebrated its fifth anniversary on Friday, 8 March. The ceremony was attended by over 130 industry partners and representatives from participating secondary schools, who shared how the programme has inspired students to pursue their dreams and […]

MEISHAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2024 – In March 2024, an unprecedented visual feast will take place inside the Kennedy Center in DC and David H. Koch Theater in New York City’s Lincoln Center. There will be eight shows of the modern musical Dongpo: Life in Poems, a joint effort between the China Oriental Performing Arts Group Co., Ltd. and the MeiShan Song […]

Ransomware detections fall 14% as alternative attack strategies evolve HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2024 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704) a global cybersecurity leader, today revealed a 10% annual increase in total threats blocked in 2023 and warned that attackers are using more advanced methods to target fewer victims with the potential for higher financial gains. To read a […]

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2024 – Poddster, a pioneering network of video podcast production studios that empower the podcasting community, has established its Asian headquarters in Singapore as the company embarks on its international expansion. The Poddster location at Frontech Center in Bukit Merah is the company’s first to open outside of Dubai. The state-of-the-art 4,000 square-foot venue includes four large professional studios […]

Starting from 8 March to 15 May 2024, MTR passengers who tap to ride with Visa will have the chance to win tickets to the “Katch the POP” concert on 8 June 2024, featuring top Cantopop boybands and acclaimed female K-pop star. The concert ticket lucky draw campaign is an extended celebration of the launch of the first contactless bank card payment for MTR rides as provided […]

Featured over 3,000 vacancies from more than 300 tech companies while over half of visitors interviewed on-site on a record-breaking day HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2024 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) successfully held the “Talent Power Up” I&T Career Expo 2024 which lured a record-high 6,000 visitors to explore over 3,000 job opportunities from more than 300 […]

Launch of joint research on MSME resilience in Southeast Asia, and a focus on Malaysia and Thailand, detailing key risks and alternative approaches to insurance Presentation of the SME Loss Prevention Framework, a digital tool for Malaysian SMEs to better understand and manage growing climate and weather-related risks Showcasing Insurance Innovation Challenge Fund Malaysia solutions for protecting SMEs in the country Generali also expands its flagship SME […]

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