HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 September 2026 - As the world scrambles to close a staggering US$942 billion annual funding gap for nature[1], Hong Kong already has the pipeline, the policies, and the architecture to lead, and a new report says the time to act is now.

Released today by ADM Capital Foundation, Blue Bond Accelerator, Hong Kong Green Finance Association, and The Nature Conservancy, the report "Developing Hong Kong as a Nature Financing Hub - A case for advancing nature and blue bonds" makes a bold case: Hong Kong doesn't just belong in the nature finance conversation, it can define it.

The trigger? The Northern Metropolis (NM), a 30,000-hectare mega-development, offers a live portfolio of potentially scalable nature and blue-green infrastructure projects, from large-scale wetland parks and coastal protection zones to revitalised river /drainage channels. The report argues that issuing nature-themed bonds isn't aspirational, it's the logical next step for a city that already runs one of Asia-Pacific's largest government green bond programmes, having raised nearly HK$250 billion (US$32 billion) by the end of 2025[2].

More striking still, nearly 80% of Hong Kong's green and sustainable bond issuance is private-sector led, proof that the city doesn't just talk about mobilising capital - it delivers.

"Climate and biodiversity are not side issues, they are systemic financial risks," the report warns.

With over 75% of Asia's GDP dependent on nature, ecosystem decline is an economic threat that reaches far beyond the environment. But Hong Kong can turn that risk into an opportunity. By aligning its Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2035 with national priorities such as "Beautiful China" under the 15th Five-Year Plan, Hong Kong can emerge as a premier nature and blue finance hub, not just for local projects, but as a bridge between the Chinese Mainland and ASEAN.

The report lays out five strategic pillars to make this happen, from expanding Hong Kong's Sustainable Finance Taxonomy to include biodiversity and the blue economy, to pioneering blended finance models that de-risk nature projects. It also sizes up four bond structures: use-of-proceeds, resilience, sustainability-linked and outcome bonds, each tailored to different stages of project development.

The foundations are in place. By acting decisively, Hong Kong can establish a model for financing nature-positive infrastructure that can be scaled across Asia. The Northern Metropolis isn't just a development project; it's a defining moment in nature financing leadership.

[1] Paulson Institute (2025) Financing Nature: The Unabated Biodiversity Finance Crisis

[2] Hong Kong Monetary Authority (2025) Enhancing the Green and Sustainable Finance Ecosystem Sustainability Report

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Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas outlined an investment-led blueprint anchored by an upgraded Joint Public Private Committee (JPCC), private-sector syndication, and World Bank alignment ahead of the 2026 Annual Meetings and 2028 ASEAN Chairmanship.

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 September 2026 - Thailand is ready to cross into "new horizons" - achieving high-income status and driving a more resilient ASEAN, declared Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas as he delivered the closing address at the Bangkok Business Summit 2026 today,

Detailing the strategic "why, how, and design" of the national transition, Dr. Ekniti stated that entering new horizons is an unavoidable global imperative. While ASEAN is uniquely positioned to capture emerging opportunities, the region must guard against severe geopolitical, technological, and climate risks with proactive, unified action.

"The goals must be clear, and we are completely on the same page: Thailand must achieve high-income status," said Dr. Ekniti.

"The recipe provided by the World Bank aligns directly with what our business leaders have outlined. An investment-led growth policy, private-sector-centred endeavours, and persistent implementation are what the government and business community are now executing together. Think of the seven new growth engines as our forwards on the pitch. The government acts as both coach and midfielder - spearheading investment, driving trade, empowering SMEs, unlocking regulatory friction, and cultivating human capital. Meanwhile, fiscal and financial stability serves as our steadfast defensive backline."

Dr. Ekniti affirmed that the Joint Public and Private Committee (JPPC) will no longer function as a purely advisory body, but will operate as an executive economic steering council mandated to enact structural reforms and track execution against the World Bank's recommendations.

"We will not be the same old Thailand. We will be driving the global agenda. Thailand will enter new horizons, empower people, and build resilience," Dr. Ekniti emphasised. "In the next two years, Thailand will assume the Chairmanship of ASEAN. We will establish a long-term, multi-year agenda for a stronger, more resilient ASEAN. If this new model of public-private partnership carries on, we will decisively reinvent Thailand."

Key leaders representing the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB) delivered strategic sector priorities to anchor the transition.

Payong Srivanich, Chairman of the JSCCIB and the Thai Bankers' Association, underscored that reinventing the economy requires modernising legacy industries while creating space for future engines.

"From three core challenges - structural, competitiveness, and public-sector efficiency - came the White Paper outlining the seven industries of the future," stated Mr. Payong. "This time, the government has presented a credible policy framework based on collaborative public-private partnership. Thailand must address fundamental security-whether in food, energy, or low-carbon growth. We are declaring to the world that we are done with planning and on the same page. Now we are geared up for execution."

Dr. Poj Aramwattananont, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand, stressed that amid geopolitical friction, geoeconomics, and regional conflict, growth must be anchored in ASEAN's 600-plus million people which serve as both supply and demand networks.

Adapting to international trading rules is inseparable from Thailand's targeted accession to the OECD by 2028. The accession process acts as the structural catalyst to modernise domestic legislation, corporate governance, transparency, and fair market competition to premier global standards-lowering compliance costs and solidifying investor confidence.

Pimjai Leeissaranukul, Chairwoman of the Federation of Thai Industries, insisted that Thailand must build its own brand; it can no longer afford to be just the world's OEM. She called for a decisive departure from labor-cost competition toward high productivity, automation, AI, and green sustainability. She advocated expanding target sectors-such as next-generation electric vehicles, smart electronics, automation, and wellness-while enforcing enhanced public procurement.

Carlos Felipe Jaramillo, Vice President for East Asia and Pacific at the World Bank, observed that the eyes of the financial world will be on Bangkok next month as it hosts the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings, providing Thailand with a premier global stage to show that it is advancing on a credible pathway to attain high-income status by 2037.

"The World Bank has presented a series of structural reforms that Thailand can pursue to reach high-income status, creating more and better-paying jobs for young Thais in the future," Mr. Jaramillo stated. "The plan deliberately puts the private sector at the center, because experience has taught us that the private sector is the primary engine of employment. This reform agenda is multifaceted, requiring coordinated national effort, and, more importantly, relentless persistence in implementation."

The Bangkok Business Summit 2026 concluded with a clear consensus: today's closing discussions mark the formal launch of sustained, institutionalised execution across the public sector, private enterprise, and multilateral institutions to ensure Thailand stands as a resilient economic anchor for the wider ASEAN region.

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Pelunasan lebih awal yang jarang terjadi membuktikan pendekatan yang disiplin terhadap investasi EB-5 terstruktur di sektor perumahan multikeluarga

WASHINGTON, Sept. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EB5 Capital hari ini mengumumkan bahwa JF38 - Hutchinson Island Apartments, proyek perumahan multikeluarga dengan 288 unit di Savannah, Georgia, telah menyelesaikan pelunasan modal proyek secara penuh.

Pencapaian ini menandai salah satu proyek pertama yang berhasil mencapai pengembalian modal secara penuh sejak diberlakukannya Undang-Undang Reformasi dan Integritas EB-5 tahun 2022 (EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, RIA). Hal ini sekaligus menegaskan disiplin perusahaan dalam mengelola investasi serta potensi struktur EB-5 yang dilaksanakan secara cermat.

Investor yang memenuhi syarat akan menerima kembali seluruh modal mereka sebesar $800.000. Modal dari para investor yang tersisa akan diinvestasikan kembali untuk sementara agar tetap berada dalam kondisi berisiko hingga mereka memenuhi syarat.

"Pelunasan modal proyek secara penuh dengan lebih awal sejak diberlakukannya RIA sangat jarang terjadi," ujar Brian Ostar, Presiden EB5 Capital. "Sebagian besar pelaku di industri ini masih berada pada tahap awal investasi tersebut. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa investasi EB-5, jika disusun dengan struktur yang tepat dan dikelola dengan baik, dapat mewujudkan hasil yang dijanjikan sekaligus membuktikan efektivitas pendekatan kami terhadap pasar."

JF38 mulai dibangun pada tahun 2023 dan berhasil diselesaikan pada tahun 2025, yang menciptakan lebih dari 1.200 lapangan kerja melalui program EB-5 untuk Savannah. Upacara pembukaan proyek tersebut menjadi momen penting yang mempertemukan tim EB5 Capital dan para mitra untuk merayakan penyelesaian proyek yang tepat waktu.

Keberhasilan proyek ini mencerminkan visi bersama dan pelaksanaan yang baik dari seluruh pemangku kepentingan yang terlibat. EB5 Capital berterima kasih kepada investor yang telah berkomitmen pada proyek ini, tim atas dedikasinya dalam pelaksanaan, mitra sponsor yang mengarahkan jalannya pembangunan, pengacara imigrasi yang mewakili investor, serta mitra saluran yang mendukung proyek ini sejak hari pertama.

Tentang EB5 Capital

EB5 Capital menyediakan berbagai peluang kepada para investor asing yang memenuhi syarat untuk berinvestasi dalam proyek-proyek real estat komersial pencipta lapangan kerja di bawah Program Investor Imigran Amerika Serikat (Program Visa EB-5). EB5 Capital, yang berkantor pusat di Washington, D.C., memiliki rekam jejak yang unggul dan kepemimpinan yang kuat di industri ini, sehingga berhasil menarik investor dari 79 negara.

Sebagai salah satu operator Pusat Regional tertua dan paling aktif di negara ini, perusahaan telah menghimpun lebih dari $1,8 miliar modal asing melalui 50 proyek EB-5. 100% dana investor kami dilindungi oleh asuransi Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) sebelum dana tersebut disalurkan ke proyek-proyek kami. Silakan kunjungi www.eb5capital.com untuk informasi lebih lanjut. 

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How a supplement is absorbed matters as much as what it contains. For consumers in Asia, access to technology that addresses that question directly has, until now, been limited.

SINGAPORE elivity, Singapore's science-first longevity supplement brand, has introduced NANOBOOST in Asia. Co-developed with a German biotech spin-off of Hamburg University, NANOBOOST is a patent-pending delivery technology built on advanced liposomal science, designed to support the efficient absorption of active compounds in their oral spray formats. It is the first technology of its class to reach consumers across Asia.

Co-developed with German Biotech Science

NANOBOOST was developed through a collaboration between elivity and a biotech company originating from Hamburg University, bringing together pharmaceutical delivery research and longevity supplement science.

The technology is a further development of liposomal delivery. Liposomal delivery works by enclosing active compounds within a lipid-based shell that protects them as they move through the digestive environment. The shell's composition mirrors the cell membrane, supporting compatibility with the body's own biological structures. NANOBOOST takes that principle further through precision homogenisation, a process that produces a range of ultra-fine delivery vehicles: liposomes, nanoemulsions, micelles, and hybrid systems. Each is engineered to carry and release active compounds through the body's natural absorption mechanisms.

What NANOBOOST Changes About Supplement Absorption

Conventional oral supplements travel through the gastrointestinal tract before entering systemic circulation. Along that route, active compounds face enzymatic activity, fluctuating pH, and conditions that can degrade sensitive ingredients well before they reach their target. For longevity-focused formulations, that journey represents a significant variable.

elivity's oral sprays take a different route. Delivered beneath the tongue, active compounds are absorbed directly through the mucosal tissue and into the bloodstream, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract entirely. How efficiently that absorption occurs depends on the structure of the liquid carrying them.

That is where NANOBOOST operates. Applied in liquid form, the technology produces ultra-fine structures within the spray solution: liposomes, nanoemulsions, and hybrid systems. These protect active compounds from oxidation and premature degradation and support their absorption through the mucosal pathway. Every millilitre of elivity's oral sprays contains over 300 trillion of these liquid microcapsules, a density that gives the technology its capacity to support efficient absorption at scale.

Bioavailability is not determined by what a label states. It is shaped by how much of an active compound survives the journey and reaches systemic circulation in a usable form. Delivery format, ingredient stability, and structural integrity through digestion all shape that outcome. NANOBOOST is designed to improve all three.

NANOBOOST in Practice: Two Products, One Delivery Standard

elivity?'s energize booster spray and melatonin spray are both formulated using NANOBOOST delivery technology, applying the same absorption pathway across their respective formulations.

For consumers in Singapore and across Asia, where awareness of longevity science is growing alongside one of the fastest-ageing populations in the region, questions about how a healthy ageing supplement is absorbed are no longer secondary. How much of an active compound reaches circulation, and how efficiently, is increasingly the standard by which formulations are assessed. With NANOBOOST now the first patent-pending delivery technology of its class available in Asia, consumers across the region can apply that standard to their supplement choices for the first time.

Further information on elivity's formulation approach and NANOBOOST sublingual delivery technology is available at https://elivity.com/.

Other Company Milestones and Strategic Updates

Market Expansion: elivity is expanding its retail presence across Asia, with a launch across 100 Mannings stores in Hong Kong for Q4 2026, alongside a Mainland China strategy being developed through cross-border e-commerce channels.

Product Line Expansion: elivity is expanding its portfolio with new formulations targeting mood, stress resilience, female and skin health. This range uses the patent-pending NANOBOOST oral spray delivery technology.

Body Scan Initiative: elivity is rolling out a Body Scan Initiative across selected Guardian Health & Beauty stores in Singapore, offering consumers access to health indicators including, biological age and metabolic health, to support proactive health management.

Strategic Partnership: elivity has partnered with Bleu Living Alliance, a longevity-focused ecosystem founded by Dr. Kelvin Chye, to advance science-backed preventive health across the Asia-Pacific region.

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elivity is a science-first longevity supplement brand dedicated to helping people in Singapore and across Asia age better, live longer, and perform at their best.

We focus on one foundational truth: ageing begins at the cellular level. By supporting cellular health with evidence-based longevity supplements, we help extend healthspan - the years of life lived with energy, clarity, and resilience.

Our approach combines cutting-edge longevity science, advanced delivery technology, and rigorous formulation standards to create supplements that deliver real, measurable support for healthy ageing.

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HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 September 2026 - Rather than relying solely on domestic franchising, East West Barbershop(Dong Tay Barbershop) has chosen an internationalization strategy: exporting its business model while bringing Vietnamese barbers into the global labor market through overseas franchises.

Among the Top 10 Notable Barbershop Chains Worldwide

From local barber shops, many brands have grown into global chains with hundreds or thousands of locations.

Great Clips, TONI&GUY, QB House, Jawed Habib Hair & Beauty, Yongqi Beauty & Hair and East West Barbershop are among the notable names in the global hair and grooming industry. Their success is built on scalable business models, consistent service quality and strong customer experiences.

Founded in Vietnam in 2018 by Nguyen Hoai Thanh, East West Barbershop has expanded to more than 130 locations across Vietnam, Thailand, China, Uzbekistan and Europe, with over 1,000 barbers serving thousands of customers weekly.

East West Barbershop has developed an "Experience Barbershop" concept, combining grooming services with relaxing spaces featuring children's play areas, billiards, chess, piano and green spaces.

Beyond haircuts and shampoo, the brand offers hair treatments, styling, massage, nail care, shoe cleaning and smartphone sterilization. Standardized operations and training ensure consistent quality across its network.

The brand also operates convenient-format shops in residential areas and shopping centers, providing fast and affordable services.

Combining Domestic Growth with International Franchising

According to the company, franchising is more than a way to expand a brand. It is also a means of transferring a business model that has already been tested and refined.

For East West Barbershop, the long-term ambition is to "Export Vietnamese Barbering" to international markets.

Nguyen Hoai Thanh, Chairman of East West Barbershop Vietnam JSC, said that in developed markets, building a new service brand often requires substantial investment and involves multiple challenges, including location, staffing, marketing, legal compliance and customer trust.

By adopting a franchise model, partners can shorten the time required to launch a business, reduce initial costs and limit early-stage risks.

East West Barbershop does not view franchising simply as a way to increase its store count. Its broader ambition is to create opportunities for Vietnamese barbers to work and build careers internationally.

Standardizing Talent for Global Integration

For international franchising, East West Barbershop considers human resources critical. The company focuses on professional training, standardized skills and service procedures to ensure consistent quality across markets.

The company also supports barbers with training, legal procedures and adaptation to overseas workplaces, while providing housing and education assistance.

Its goal is to build a Vietnamese service brand with a presence in multiple countries, bringing Vietnamese barbering to the global men's grooming market.

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CHONGQING, China, Sept. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Changan Group has launched SDA Pilot, an advanced driver assistance system developed by its own engineering teams. The system is designed to make driving safer, smoother and stress-free. It follows sustained investment by Changan in intelligent driving technology.

Changan Group has launched SDA Pilot, an advanced driver assistance system developed by its own engineering teams.

"Changan's intelligent driving team has grown from a handful of engineers to more than 7,500 people, backed by cumulative R&D investment of more than EUR 7.7 billion. We will continue to pursue our strategy for intelligent transformation and to build our core technologies in-house," said Zhu Huarong, chairman of Changan Group.

The company developed prototypes of forward collision warning and lane departure warning functions in 2011 and achieved mass production of its Level 2 IACC (Integrated Adaptive Cruise Control) system in 2018. The next milestone came on December 20, 2025, when Changan received the first official licence plate in China for Level 3 conditional autonomous driving.

Changan Group has launched SDA Pilot, an advanced driver assistance system developed by its own engineering teams.

"Changan began developing intelligent driving technology in 2009, when it was still a laboratory subject in China. SDA Pilot is the result of everything we have learned since," said Zhao Fei, president of Changan Group.

Currently, three tiers have been released: Pro, Max and Ultra, with a more advanced tier to follow. The SDA Pilot Ultra integrates Highway NCA, Urban NCA, 400+ scenario intelligent parking assist, and 31 active safety features. Powered by a 560 TOPS computing chip and a 256-line LiDAR, it delivers millisecond-level response for exceptionally smooth operation.

Changan SDA Pilot demonstrates real technological strength, offering a driving experience that is safer, smoother and stress-free.

Safer: Changan SDA Pilot features active LiDAR detection and 10Hz high-frequency reasoning, so it can detect hazards earlier than human drivers even in low-light, glare, rain, or fog conditions. 

Smoother: SDA Pilot's end-to-end large model is trained on over 20 million segments of high-quality real-world driving data, producing intuitive, human-like driving behaviour. 

Stress-Free: SDA Pilot delivers interactive navigation powered by a vision-and-voice fused multimodal large model. With natural-language voice commands and driving behaviour memory, it enables a true "dialogue" between the user and the system. 

Changan has established the Changan SDA Lab, supporting collaboration with 24/7 uninterrupted testing, over 400,000 virtual simulation scenarios, and 3.3 million kilometres of daily simulated driving mileage covering climate conditions in 224 regions across the globe. From the lab to the road, the most dangerous scenarios are stopped before they start, and the most reassuring experience is delivered to every user.

At the launch event, the CHANGAN NEVO Q06, the first production model to be equipped with the SDA Pilot Ultra, officially opened for pre-order, highlighting Chinese automakers' accelerating efforts to bring advanced driver assistance technology to the mass market. 

Changan will continue to uphold an open and collaborative approach, deepening strategic partnerships worldwide to deliver intelligent mobility solutions that meet the highest safety standards. Guided by its mission to "Lead sustainable mobility and benefit human life," the company is committed to shaping a smarter, safer, and more sustainable future for mobility worldwide.

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*Macao Union Medical Center Deepens Healthcare Cooperation with Southeast Asia, Leverages Advantages in Critical and Complex Disease Treatment to Expand International Space for " Healthcare + Tourism" Development

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 September 2026 -The Islands Healthcare Complex - Macao Medical Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital (hereinafter referred to as "Macao Union Medical Center")joined the delegation led by Sam Hou Fai, Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region, on a visit to Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia from 29 August to 5 September to conduct friendly exchanges and field studies.

The visit aims to strengthen ties between Macao and healthcare institutions in Southeast Asia, conduct in-depth research into the development of regional medical services, clinical research and biomedical industries, and showcase the professional capabilities and international cooperation potential of Macao Union Medical Center to local stakeholders.

Macao Union Medical Center Deepens Healthcare Cooperation with Southeast Asia, Leverages Advantages in Critical and Complex Disease Treatment to Expand International Space for " Healthcare + Tourism" Development

The delegation visited high-end private general hospitals including Raffles Hospital in Singapore and Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri in Indonesia, as well as clinical research institutions under the Ministry of Health of Malaysia. In-depth exchanges were carried out on core topics covering hospital operation and management, specialty development, clinical services and medical research.

Through on-site visits, Macao Union Medical Center has fully drawn on the mature experience of leading Southeast Asian medical institutions in internationalized services, modern equipment application, refined clinical management and patient service experience. Meanwhile, it has established extensive industry communication networks, laying a solid foundation for subsequent specialty collaboration, talent training, research achievement transformation and the implementation of cross-border medical services.

Leveraging the Union Brand Advantage to Serve Patients in Southeast Asia

Backed by the profound technical heritage, expert resources and rich clinical experience of Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Macao Union Medical Center boasts prominent advantages in the diagnosis and treatment of critical, complex and rare diseases, early precise disease diagnosis and multi-disciplinary comprehensive treatment.

Supported by expert guidance and professional training from Peking Union Medical College Hospital, the Center continuously improves its capacity for treating critical and complex diseases and performing high-difficulty surgeries, delivering high-quality and standardized international medical services for residents in Macao, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia.

During the exchanges, Macao Union Medical Center conducted multi-dimensional discussions with medical institutions of the three countries on cross-border referral of critical cases, tele-consultation, mutual visits and exchanges of medical talents, and customized services for international patients. Capitalizing on Macao's unique geographical advantages, multicultural environment and mature international service system, the Center will serve as a key hub connecting China's top-tier medical resources with the Southeast Asian market, providing a new option for high-end regional medical needs.

Focusing on Clinical Research to Drive the Transformation of Biomedical Achievements

The study tour also focused on biomedical innovation and the transformation of clinical research outcomes. The delegation visited Clinical Research Malaysia under the Ministry of Health of Malaysia, focusing on researching the construction of Southeast Asian biobanks, biopharmaceutical research and development, and the implementation model of clinical trials.

It gained in-depth insights into its operational mechanism linking pharmaceutical enterprises, scientific research institutes and medical institutions, as well as advanced experience in precise tumor treatment and clinical screening of new drugs. The visit provides an important reference for Macao Union Medical Center to optimize its research platform, advance the development of key disciplines and standardize the management of international clinical trials.

Building a Regional Medical Platform and Expanding "Healthcare + Tourism" Development

According to Macao Union Medical Center, Macao boasts broad prospects for health industry cooperation with the three Southeast Asian countries. Moving forward, the Center will continue to benchmark against world-class medical standards, deepen cooperation in clinical diagnosis and treatment, scientific research innovation and talent training, and give full play to Macao's unique advantage of connecting inland China and the outside world.

It will integrate resources from all sectors to deepen cross-domain cooperation, and actively explore the integrated development model of "medical care + tourism" to attract international patients to seek medical treatment in Macao. This will help Macao build a regionally influential high-end healthcare platform and empower the appropriate and diversified economic development of the city.

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As the industry rewires around electronics and software, Malaysia is trying to move from assembling cars to making the higher-value parts inside them, and to carry its own companies up the supply chain as it does.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 4 September 2026 - The global automotive industry is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades, and Malaysia is preparing for its next chapter.

The vehicle of the future will not be defined by its engine or its bodywork. It is becoming a combination of semiconductors, electronics, software, sensors and batteries, more connected, electrified and intelligent than anything before it. The question facing Malaysia, a country that has assembled cars for half a century, is whether its own companies can evolve at the same pace.

For the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), the agency that courts and screens industrial investment, the answer cannot simply be to attract more capital or build more vehicles. Its aim is to create deeper value: stronger technological capabilities, skilled talent, and Malaysian companies embedded more firmly in regional and global supply chains.

Beyond Traditional Manufacturing

Malaysia has spent decades building an automotive and manufacturing base, with established capabilities in electrical and electronics and in semiconductors. The task now, in MIDA's view, is to connect those strengths and steer investment toward the technologies that will define the next generation of mobility: automotive electronics, power systems, battery technology, advanced sensors, vehicle control systems, charging infrastructure and the software behind connected and automated vehicles.

The foundation is substantial. From 2017 through the first half of 2026, Malaysia approved RM71.7 billion, about US$16.9 billion, in investments across 745 projects in the transportation equipment sector, expected to generate over 59,000 jobs. That momentum has carried into this year. That momentum has carried into this year.

In the first half of 2026 alone, the country approved RM218.5 billion, about US$49 billion, in investments overall, almost 12 per cent more than a year earlier, with foreign investors accounting for RM126.9 billion of the total, an increase of more than 18 per cent. What MIDA says it is chasing now is not scale but depth, and the difference shows in the kind of work arriving.

"We are no longer measuring success by the size of the investment alone," said Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid, the Chief Executive Officer of MIDA. "The RM218.5 billion we approved in just the first half of this year shows the confidence investors have in Malaysia, but the real test is what that investment leaves behind: the technology transferred, the talent built, and the number of Malaysian companies drawn into global supply chains. That is where the next chapter will be won, in the depth of the value we create, not simply the volume of what we attract."

Deepening Localisation, Strengthening Local Suppliers

Consider Mazda. The Japanese carmaker has maintained a long-standing presence in Malaysia through its partnership with Bermaz Auto, with local assembly providing an important foundation for expanding its manufacturing and supply-chain footprint in the country. In 2026, Mazda moved to deepen that presence through the local assembly of the All-New Mazda CX-5, with a targeted 60 per cent localisation level. The programme represents an important step in strengthening Malaysia's role as a regional manufacturing and export base for Mazda.

The significance of Mazda's commitment lies as much in what it creates for Malaysian companies as in the vehicles themselves. The localisation of the All-New CX-5 provides a platform for Malaysian automotive suppliers to participate more deeply in Mazda's supply chain, while creating opportunities for technology transfer, capability development and stronger industrial linkages between Malaysian and Japanese companies. In this context, localisation is not simply about increasing the percentage of locally sourced components, but about developing effective and higher-value local capabilities that can compete within regional and global automotive supply chains.

This is where MIDA has concentrated its efforts. Through the MIDA-Mazda Strategic Vendor Development and Supply Chain Programme in Hiroshima, Japan, from 19?25 July 2026, MIDA, together with Bermaz Auto, Mazda Malaysia and Mazda Motor Corporation, brought 16 Malaysian automotive vendors from sectors including chassis and suspension, stamping, precision machining, plastic injection moulding, cockpit modules, seating systems and insulation components to engage with Mazda and its Japanese supply-chain partners.

The programme resulted in the exchange of five Memorandums of Understanding between Malaysian and Japanese companies, creating concrete opportunities to support the localisation of the All-New Mazda CX-5.

For Malaysia, the deeper significance of Mazda's commitment therefore lies not only in the vehicles assembled locally, but in the industrial ecosystem developing around them. Each localisation project, supplier partnership and technology collaboration strengthens Malaysia's automotive manufacturing capabilities and creates opportunities for Malaysian vendors to move into higher-value activities. More importantly, Mazda's commitment to Malaysia as an ASEAN export hub provides a platform for local companies to integrate into regional supply chains and reinforces Malaysia's position as a competitive and increasingly sophisticated automotive manufacturing base.

From Tier Two, Upward

If Mazda is the carmaker whose deepening presence lifts others, Pecca Group is a Malaysian company climbing on its own. For a quarter of a century, Pecca has cut and stitched the leather that lines the seats of the cars Malaysians drive, supplying the national marques and the Japanese carmakers as a Tier-2 supplier, essential work that rarely commands the highest margins. It has never treated that as its ceiling.

Listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia since 2016 and employing some 800 people, the company is working toward Tier-1 status through seat assembly, and has carried its craft into aviation, manufacturing and refurbishing aircraft cabin interiors under European airworthiness approval for customers from the United States to Australia and the Gulf. "We have been a Tier-2 supplier for twenty-five years, and we are ready for the next chapter," said Foo Ken Nee, Chief Executive Officer of Pecca Group. "Moving up the value chain is how a Malaysian company like ours grows alongside the industry rather than beneath it." Pecca is one of several Malaysian firms, alongside names such as PMB Aluminium, Tomcare Resources and Xenso Tech, whose capabilities are increasingly worth putting before the world.

A Different Measure of Success

The next stage of Malaysia's industrial development, MIDA argues, will require relationships that go beyond the traditional buyer and supplier model, with local companies drawn earlier into product development and, over time, designing and engineering for international markets. Multinationals bring technology, global networks and market access; Malaysian firms bring manufacturing depth and, increasingly, their own engineering. The task is to bring those strengths together.

"Malaysia has assembled the world's cars for fifty years, and we are grateful for it," said Datuk Sikh Shamsul. "But our ambition now is larger. We want the next generation of vehicles to carry Malaysian technology, Malaysian engineering and Malaysian companies within them, not just Malaysian hands on the line. That is the future we are building toward, and the investments arriving today tell us it is within reach."

Ultimately, the country's success in this phase will not be measured by the number of investments secured, but by the depth of the value created: more Malaysian companies in the higher-value segments of the mobility chain, supplying global carmakers and developing technology, and more multinationals deepening their footprint here through research, engineering and supplier development. Malaysia has the industrial foundation, the electronics and automotive expertise, the talent and access to a growing ASEAN market. The challenge now is to connect those strengths more deeply, so that as the industry enters its next generation, the country is not simply along for the ride, but helping to build the road ahead.

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About Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is Malaysia's principal investment promotion and development agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI). MIDA plays a central role in facilitating domestic and foreign investments across Malaysia's manufacturing and services sectors, while supporting the country's industrial development and economic transformation.

MIDA works closely with investors, government agencies and industry stakeholders to create a conducive investment environment, strengthen domestic supply chains, promote high-value and technology-intensive investments, and support the development of a competitive and sustainable Malaysian economy.

Through its network of offices in Malaysia and overseas, MIDA provides investors with information, facilitation and assistance throughout the investment journey, from exploring opportunities and establishing operations to expansion and reinvestment.

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 September 2026 - The "Hong Kong Fashion Fest Gala 2026", one of the eight flagship programmes of the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest, was held on 3 September 2026.

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and organised by the Hong Kong Fashion Council, this year's Gala was held under the theme, "Rhythm of the Heart", the same theme of the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest.

The Gala brought together fashion, art and culture in a cross-disciplinary celebration. The opening ceremony was officiated by the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, JP and the Hon Sunny Tan, BBS, Legislative Council Member (Textiles and Garment) and Chairman of the Hong Kong Fashion Council. marking the official opening ceremony of this much-anticipated annual event on Hong Kong's fashion calendar.

Speaking at the Gala, the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, JP, saying: "Building on Hong Kong's unique kinetic pulse and East-meets-West synergy, and with the Government's steadfast backing through the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, our creative ecosystem is thriving. Within this dynamic landscape, fashion design stands as an indisputable driving force.

The Hong Kong Fashion Fest continues to champion fashion as a profound art form and a canvas for self-expression - one that weaves together vision, culture, and history."

Meanwhile, Hon Sunny Tan, BBS, Legislative Council Member (Textiles and Garment) and Chairman of the Hong Kong Fashion Council, extended his gratitude to the participating organisers and industry partners for their steadfast support, saying: "The third Hong Kong Fashion Fest reflects the collective commitment of the Government, CCIDA and industry to advancing Hong Kong's fashion development. With creative talent, international connectivity and strengths across trade, tourism, finance, and textile and apparel, Hong Kong has every ingredient to grow as an international fashion hub for Asia."

In addition, rising favourite by international brands, Jeffrey Ngai and the popular stylish film actress Louise Wong attended the occasion in glamorous style. They were joined on the red carpet by leading fashion influencers and celebrities from Hong Kong and around the world, including Ameera Khan, Fil Xiaobai, Hanan Besovic, Irene Kim, Susanna Lau and Elva Ni. The star-studded presence added glamour and energy to the gala, highlighting Hong Kong's extraordinary position and appeal as an international fashion hub.

Hong Kong Ballet ? Robert Wun:

A Groundbreaking Cross-Disciplinary Stage Experience

One of the key highlights of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest Gala 2026 was "Glam Rock", a specially presented three-act ballet performance by Hong Kong Ballet. Taking an innovative and bold approach to ballet, the production reinterpreted the art form by seamlessly blending classical and contemporary dance. The performance was accompanied by iconic rock anthems from Queen, Depeche Mode, and the legendary Hong Kong band Beyond. The powerful rhythms and dynamic physicality of the dancers delivered an exhilarating and refreshingly unconventional experience for the audience.

The dancers performed in bespoke costumes designed by internationally acclaimed Hong Kong designer Robert Wun. Renowned for his cinematic and sculptural silhouettes and refined narrative-driven aesthetics, Wun's designs became another visual highlight of the evening. Through "Glam Rock", world-class choreography, avant-garde fashion and rock music converged into a wholesome and unique artistic expression, offering guests a profound stage experience that combined visual spectacle with cultural references. The production vividly embodied the urban rhythm and creative pulse at the heart of this year's theme, "Rhythm of the Heart."

"Top 10 Asian Designers to Watch" Fashion Show and Award Presentation:

Showcasing the Next Generation of Asian Fashion Talent

Another major highlight of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest Gala 2026 was the "Top 10 Asian Designers to Watch Fashion" Fashion Show & Awards Presentation Ceremony," which showcased the exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive creative visions of ten outstanding designers from different parts of Asia. With a multitude of design languages and cultural sentiment, the showcase presented the dynamic multi-cultural fashion spectacle and forward-thinking approaches to fashion and aesthetics.

Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), Fashion Asia Hong Kong's "10 Asian Designers to Watch" programme is presented by the Hong Kong Design Centre. The programme is dedicated to discovering and promoting the next generation of Asian design talent, and to provide emerging designers with greater visibility, professional exchange and industry opportunities.

Hashtag: #HongKongFashionFest #香港时装荟 #CSTB #文化体育及旅游局 #CCIDA #文创产业发展处

Announced by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Chief Executive in the 2023 Policy Address, "Hong Kong Fashion Fest" will be organised to develop Hong Kong into a fashion design hub in Asia. Through consolidating various fashion design events and introducing innovative elements and affiliate activities annually, the Hong Kong Fashion Fest promotes Hong Kong's fashion and textile design brands and boosts Hong Kong's position as a prime destination for hosting mega cultural and creative events. Under the theme "Rhythm of the Heart", the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest is being held from 1 to 14 September 2026 at various landmarks in Hong Kong. The event will bring together eight flagship programmes organised by six industry organisations and, for the first time, will be combined with CENTRESTAGE - the annual fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council ? to generate stronger synergies. The event will attract fashion design industry players from all over the world to come to Hong Kong; foster collaboration, innovation and business opportunities; establish platform for local and international fashion designers and brands and connect with different sectors in the fashion design industry of Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and overseas, thereby consolidating Hong Kong's position as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.

Website: www.hongkongfashionfest.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hongkongfashionfest

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hkfashionfest

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hkfashionfest

About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)

The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. CCIDA's strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia's creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.

Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.

About Hong Kong Fashion Council

Established in 2024, Hong Kong Fashion Council is a not-for-profit representative body dedicated to uniting all fashion initiatives in Hong Kong to support the growth of the fashion industry. HKFC envisions Hong Kong as Asia's leading international fashion hub, leveraging the city's unique geographical and multicultural context to drive creativity, innovation, collaboration, and sustainability in fashion. Committed to supporting stakeholders throughout the entire fashion ecosystem, HKFC is building a collaborative network between the East and the West to showcase Asia's vibrant fashion identity.

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Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/hongkongfashioncouncil

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hongkongfashioncouncil/

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As part of his official visit to Vietnam, on the afternoon of September 4, 2026, His Excellency Min Aung Hlaing, President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, and the high-level Myanmar delegation visited the VinFast Hai Phong Manufacturing Complex, where they learned firsthand about the remarkable and rapid development journey of the Vietnamese automotive brand.

HAI PHONG, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 September 2026 - Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh, Chairman of VinFast, personally welcomed His Excellency President Min Aung Hlaing and led the delegation throughout their visit to the VinFast Hai Phong Manufacturing Complex. Mr. Quan Anh accompanied the President and the delegation through the Body Shop and General Assembly Shop, introducing VinFast's integrated manufacturing processes, advanced production lines featuring a high level of automation, and its internationally competitive portfolio of electric vehicles.

At the General Assembly Shop, where VinFast vehicles are completed, President Min Aung Hlaing expressed his strong impression of the quality and high standards of VinFast's Vietnamese-made electric vehicles. The President also praised the modern infrastructure and advanced facilities of the manufacturing complex, as well as VinFast's remarkable journey in establishing itself as the No. 1 automotive brand in Vietnam and rapidly expanding its presence internationally.

As of September 2026, VinFast has maintained the No. 1 position in Vietnam's automotive market for 24 consecutive months, while expanding its presence to more than 10 countries worldwide, including key markets such as Indonesia, India, the Philippines and North America.

The visit by President Min Aung Hlaing takes place against the backdrop of Vietnam and Myanmar strengthening cooperation across multiple areas, contributing to greater connectivity and exchanges, while opening up new opportunities for cooperation between the business communities of the two countries.

The visit also provided an opportunity for VinFast to showcase to Myanmar's leadership the latest achievements of Vietnam's automotive industry, as well as the manufacturing capabilities and technological expertise of a Vietnamese enterprise. It further contributed to strengthening connectivity between Vietnam and Myanmar in the areas of industry, trade and green mobility.

As one of Vietnam's modern automotive manufacturing complexes, the VinFast Hai Phong Manufacturing Complex represents an important milestone in the journey of a Vietnamese automotive brand onto the global stage. Built on its manufacturing foundation in Vietnam, VinFast is expanding its operations across international markets, with a strategic focus on developing a green mobility ecosystem and accelerating the transition toward electric transportation.

The VinFast Hai Phong Manufacturing Complex has previously welcomed numerous senior leaders and heads of state during their official visits to Vietnam. Former Indonesian President Joko Widodo, former President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev and former Prime Minister of Luxembourg Xavier Bettel are among the international leaders who, while in office, visited the facility, toured VinFast's electric vehicle production lines and learned firsthand about VinFast's electric vehicle offerings.

The visits by heads of state and senior leaders to the VinFast Manufacturing Complex not only reflect international interest in the manufacturing capabilities and technological potential of a Vietnamese enterprise but also create opportunities to strengthen economic connectivity and advance cooperation in industry and green mobility between Vietnam and countries across the region.

With its vision of "For a Green Future," VinFast continues to accelerate investment in manufacturing capabilities, technology and its electric vehicle ecosystem, with the ambition of bringing Vietnamese green mobility products and solutions to an increasing number of customers around the world.

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MONACO, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just weeks after the Yacht Club de Monaco's flagship Tuiga (1909) turned heads by her presence in New York's harbour during the 250th anniversary celebrations of the United States signing of the Declaration of Independence, alongside Viola (1908), it's the turn of Malizia 4, launched in July, to proudly fly the Monegasque colours on the other side of the Atlantic.

Led by German skipper and YCM member Boris Herrmann, alongside American sailor Cole Brauer among other crew members, Team Malizia has left New York aboard its IMOCA to start The Ocean Race Atlantic, a new transatlantic race of over 3,000 nautical miles from New York to Lorient in France.

While their worlds may differ, Tuiga and Team Malizia share the same spirit and embody the values of excellence, innovation and commitment championed by the Yacht Club de Monaco.

On the one hand, Tuiga upholds the elegance and heritage of a great nautical tradition. On the other, Team Malizia, founded by Yacht Club de Monaco Vice-President Pierre Casiraghi, personifies performance in offshore racing and demonstrates a commitment to science, notably through the Ocean Pack, an onboard system to collect oceanographic data for climate research.

Being present at this level on successive occasions in the United States, Yacht Club de Monaco is demonstrating its ability to foster dialogue between heritage and innovation, while asserting its influence on the international yachting scene.

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Rare early-stage repayment validates disciplined approach to structured EB-5 investments in multifamily sector

WASHINGTON, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EB5 Capital today announced that JF38 - Hutchinson Island Apartments, a 288-unit multifamily development in Savannah, Georgia, has achieved full project repayment.

This milestone marks one of the first projects to reach complete capital recovery since the enactment of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA), underscoring the firm's investment discipline and the potential of thoughtfully executed EB-5 structures.

Eligible investors will receive their full $800,000 capital return. The remaining investors will be temporarily redeployed in order to remain at-risk until they become eligible.

"Full project repayment this early in the post-RIA landscape is exceptionally rare," noted Brian Ostar, President of EB5 Capital. "Most of the industry remains in the early phases of these investments. This outcome demonstrates that when properly structured and managed, EB-5 investments deliver on their promises and validate our approach to the market."

JF38 broke ground in 2023 and successfully completed in 2025, creating more than 1,200 jobs through the EB-5 program for Savannah. The project's opening ceremony marked a defining moment, bringing together the EB5 Capital team and partners to celebrate the on-time delivery.

The project's success reflects the collaborative vision and execution of all stakeholders involved. EB5 Capital is grateful to the investors who committed to this project, the team's dedication to execution, the sponsor partners who guided development, the immigration attorneys representing investors, and the channel partners who championed this project from day one.

About EB5 Capital

EB5 Capital provides qualified foreign investors with opportunities to invest in job-creating commercial real estate projects under the United States Immigrant Investor Program (EB-5 Visa Program). Headquartered in Washington, D.C., EB5 Capital's distinguished track record and leadership in the industry has attracted investors from 79 countries.

As one of the oldest and most active Regional Center operators in the country, the firm has raised over $1.8 billion of foreign capital across 50 EB-5 projects. 100% of our investors' funds are protected by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insurance prior to their deployment into our projects. Please visit www.eb5capital.com for more information. 

Contact:

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Manager, Marketing & Creative Design

marcomm@eb5capital.com

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TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA) today announced that S&P Global Ratings ("S&P") has upgraded Teva's long-term issuer credit rating to BBB- from BB+, with a Stable outlook. With this upgrade, along with the other recent upgrades from Fitch and Moody's, Teva now has investment-grade credit ratings from all the agencies which cover its debt.

Eli Kalif, Teva's Chief Financial Officer, commented: "Teva's trio of rating upgrades in just a few months reflects the strong execution of our Pivot to Growth strategy and the meaningful progress we have made in reducing debt and strengthening our financial profile. This significant milestone further enhances our financial flexibility to invest in growth and deliver long-term value."

S&P's report highlights Teva's sustainable growth prospects through its strong execution in branded products, its stabilization in generics, and its pipeline of significant late-stage assets.

About Teva

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA) is transforming into a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. For over 120 years, Teva's commitment to bettering health has never wavered. From innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology to providing complex generic medicines, biosimilars and pharmacy brands worldwide, Teva is dedicated to addressing patients' needs, now and in the future. At Teva, We Are All In For Better Health. To learn more about how, visit www.tevapharm.com.

Teva Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including, but not limited to, statements regarding our financial guidance, which are based on management's current beliefs and expectations and are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, both known and unknown, that could cause our future results, performance or achievements to differ significantly from that expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements include statements concerning our plans, strategies, objectives, future performance and financial and operating targets, and any other information that is not historical information. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "should," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "target," "may," "project," "intend," "plan," "believe" and other words and terms of similar meaning and expression in connection with any discussion of future operating or financial performance. Important factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include risks relating to: our ability to continue and improve our financial ratings; our ability to develop and commercialize additional pharmaceutical products; competition for our innovative medicines; our ability to achieve expected results from investments in our product pipeline; our ability to successfully execute on our Pivot to Growth strategy, including to expand our innovative and biosimilar medicines pipeline and to profitably commercialize our innovative medicines and biosimilar portfolio, whether organically or through business development, to sustain and focus our portfolio of generic medicines, and to execute on our organizational transformation and to achieve expected cost savings; our significant indebtedness; compliance, regulatory and litigation matters; financial, economic and other risks; and other factors discussed in this Press Release, in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the second quarter of 2026 and in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, including in the sections captioned "Risk Factors" and "Forward-looking Statements."

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements or other information contained herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are cautioned not to put undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

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At ExpoPostos & Conveniencia 2026, PDI showcases connected solutions for retailers navigating a rapidly evolving market

SAO PAULO, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As ExpoPostos & Conveniencia 2026 opens next week, PDI Technologies, a global leader enabling smarter operations across the convenience retail and energy sectors, will showcase connected technologies for fuel distributors, retailers, convenience operators, and foodservice businesses as they navigate change and drive performance in Latin American markets.

ExpoPostos takes place September 8-10, 2026, at Sao Paulo Expo. Attendees can visit Stand Q24 in Hall 5 to learn how PDI enables businesses to connect their data, streamline operations, and respond more effectively to changing market conditions.

Building on more than two decades of experience in the country, PDI has supported some of Brazil's largest fuel distributors and retailers through an evolving energy and retail landscape.

"Latin America remains one of the most dynamic markets for fuel and convenience retail, with Brazil as a continental leader in terms of fuel sales and number of service stations nationwide," said Luis DeMontes, a PDI Technologies vice president who serves the LATAM region. "Businesses throughout the region are looking for technology that helps them adapt to change, and AI is creating new opportunities to turn their own trusted data into insights that support informed business decisions."

PDI also will participate in the event's educational program with a 50-minute session on Tuesday, September 8, at 5:00 pm local time. In the "Fuel Pricing: Execute Your Own Pricing Strategy with Speed and Precision" session, PDI experts will explore market trends, operational innovation, and fuel pricing technology.

"At PDI, we support customers navigating regional complexity with solutions for logistics, pricing, loyalty, back-office management, point-of-sale (POS) operations, and security," said Melina Puma, who supports customer success for PDI Technologies in the LATAM region. "Drawing on decades of experience in Brazil, these solutions give retailers greater visibility into market conditions so they can respond more quickly to change and make informed decisions for their businesses."

ExpoPostos attendees can discover how PDI supports fuel and convenience retailers throughout Latin America by visiting PDI Technologies in Stand Q24 in Hall 5. To learn more about innovative solutions for the global convenience and fuel industry, visit pditechnologies.com.

About PDI Technologies

PDI Technologies, Inc. provides solutions that serve as the backbone of the convenience retail and petroleum wholesale ecosystem. With operations across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, PDI supports more than 200,000 customers in over 60 countries. PDI is "Connecting Convenience" by helping businesses modernize and converge to increase productivity and engage customers faster.

Now with PDIQ, PDI is embedding AI into trusted workflows so teams can work smarter, make better decisions, and accelerate innovation. From large-scale ERP and logistics to loyalty, payments, and cybersecurity, PDI delivers the intelligence needed to win in a rapidly changing world. Visit pditechnologies.com.

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LEXI Encoder baru, LEXI Suite yang diperluas, LEXI Direct, dan integrasi mitra menghadirkan kemampuan bahasa berteknologi AI yang dapat diskalakan ke dalam alur kerja siaran

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AI-Media (ASX: AIM), pemimpin global dalam solusi bahasa dan aksesibilitas berteknologi AI, akan menunjukkan kemajuan AI multibahasa terbarunya di IBC2026, dengan menunjukkan bagaimana organisasi siaran dan media dapat membuat takarir, menerjemahkan, menyuarakan, dan melokalkan konten dalam skala besar di berbagai alur kerja siaran langsung dan rekaman.

Di Stan 5.C34, AI-Media akan memamerkan kebolehan LEXI Suite lengkap, dua LEXI Encoder baru, LEXI Direct, dan integrasi ekosistem teknologi yang terus diperluas, beserta inovasi dalam pengembangan yang menunjukkan cara baru menikmati konten multibahasa kepada para audiens.

"Seiring dengan upaya lembaga penyiaran untuk menjangkau audiens yang semakin global dan multibahasa, bahasa kini menjadi bagian penting dalam komposisi teknologi media," ucap Tony Abrahams, CEO AI-Media. "Yang membedakan AI-Media adalah kemampuan kami untuk menghadirkan platform bahasa AI komprehensif, infrastruktur tingkat siaran, dan integrasi mendalam di berbagai ekosistem media. Baik pelanggan terhubung melalui enkoder kami, secara langsung ke LEXI, atau melalui platform teknologi yang sudah mereka gunakan, kami mempermudah penerapan kemampuan multibahasa dalam skala besar."

LEXI Suite Lengkap

Di panggung IBC, AI-Media mempersembahkan produk unggulannnya, yakni LEXI Suite, yang meliputi LEXI Text untuk pembuatan takarir AI waktu nyata, LEXI Translate untuk pembuatan takarir multibahasa, LEXI Voice untuk terjemahan suara multibahasa berteknologi AI, LEXI AD untuk deskripsi audio, dan LEXI Recorded untuk pembuatan takarir, penerjemahan, dan pelokalan konten rekaman.

Bersama-sama, LEXI Suite menyediakan platform yang dapat diskalakan bagi lembaga penyiaran untuk menerapkan kemampuan bahasa dan skalabilitas berteknologi AI di berbagai konten siaran langsung dan rekaman.

Dua LEXI Encoder Baru

LEXI Text Encoder dan LEXI Voice Encoder baru dari AI-Media, yang dirancang khusus untuk menghadirkan kemampuan bahasa berteknologi AI ke lingkungan siaran profesional, akan memulai debutnya di Eropa di IBC2026.

Mendukung alur kerja SDI, IP, dan ST 2110, enkoder baru memberikan fleksibilitas yang lebih besar kepada lembaga penyiaran, melalui kekuatan pemrosesan yang lebih besar, untuk menerapkan pembuatan takarir yang dihasilkan AI, penerjemahan, dan suara multibahasa dalam infrastruktur yang sudah ada selagi mendukung transisi ke produksi berbasis IP generasi selanjutnya.

Berbagai Cara untuk Mengakses LEXI

Selain perangkat keras AI-Media, LEXI Direct menyediakan akses pemrograman langsung ke LEXI, sehingga kemampuan bahasa berteknologi AI-nya dapat diintegrasikan ke platform, aplikasi, dan alur kerja pihak ketiga.

AI-Media juga memperluas infrastruktur Eropanya, dengan pemrosesan data berbasis UE untuk LEXI yang akan tersedia sebelum Januari 2027. Hal ini akan memberi pelanggan Eropa pilihan yang lebih luas atas tempat data mereka diproses serta mendukung organisasi memenuhi persyaratan kedaulatan data dan residensi data regional.

AI-Media juga memperkuat hubungannya di seluruh ekosistem teknologi media, bekerja sama dengan perusahaan-perusahaan seperti NVIDIA, Akamai, Grass Valley, Techex, Amagi, Pebble, Vizrt, PlayBox Neo, dan NDI untuk memberi pelanggan lebih banyak cara mengakses LEXI melalui teknologi dan alur kerja yang sudah mereka gunakan.

Langkah selanjutnya bagi LEXI

Pengunjung IBC juga akan mendapatkan kesempatan awal melihat inovasi yang sedang dalam pengembangan, termasuk LEXI Link, sebuah bukti konsep yang menghadirkan takarir, terjemahan, dan audio multibahasa langsung yang dihasilkan AI langsung ke perangkat penonton, sehingga membuka peluang baru untuk pengalaman bahasa dan aksesibiltas yang dipersonalisasi.

Adrian Britton, Kepala Penjualan Teknis - APAC, akan mempresentasikan "LEXI Link: Menyesuaikan Siaran Olahraga Langsung dengan Takarir & Terjemahan Waktu Nyata" pada Minggu, 13 September pukul 16.00 di Panggung CE 1, Aula 5 (5.G72).

AI-Media akan dipamerkan di Stan 5.C34 di RAI Amsterdam pada 11-14 September 2026.

Untuk informasi selengkapnya mengenai AI-Media di IBC2026 atau untuk menjadwalkan pertemuan dengan tim, kunjungi: https://landing.ai-media.tv/ibc-show-2026-landing-page

Tentang AI-Media

AI-Media (ASX: AIM) adalah pemimpin global dalam solusi bahasa dan infrastruktur siaran berteknologi AI. LEXI adalah platform bahasa dan aksesibilitas AI-Media, dengan aplikasi komersial termasuk LEXI Text, LEXI Translate, LEXI Voice, LEXI AD, LEXI Recorded, dan LEXI Insights. Dengan lapisan kecerdasan bersama AI-Media yang berteknologi LEXI AI, platform ini memungkinkan takarir, terjemahan, suara multibahasa, deskripsi audio, pemrosesan media rekaman, dan wawasan konten secara waktu nyata.

Sebagai landasan bagi solusi-solusi tersebut, infrastruktur edge dan cloud AI-Media menghadirkan integrasi tanpa hambatan ke dalam lingkungan produksi langsung di seluruh alur kerja IP, SDI, dan streaming. Dipercaya di seluruh dunia, AI-Media memberdayakan lembaga penyiaran, perusahaan, dan pemerintah untuk memperluas jangkauan komunikasi, meningkatkan aksesibilitas, serta membuka peluang pasar dan nilai baru dari konten melalui teknologi bahasa cerdas.

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TORONTO, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euro Sun Mining Inc. (TSX: ESM) ("Euro Sun" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has entered into a non‑binding Memorandum of Understanding ("MoU") dated September 3, 2026 with Macquarie Bank Limited ("Macquarie") and Trafigura PTE LTD ("Trafigura").

Under the terms of the MoU, the parties will work together on a proposed senior project finance facility of up to US$400 million (the "Facility") to support the development of the Company's Rovina Valley Gold‑Copper Project in Romania.

Under the MoU, Macquarie and Trafigura will work together during an 18‑month mandate period to conduct due diligence, develop a financing structure, and seek internal approvals required to deliver a commitment letter for arranging, syndicating and underwriting the Facility. While the MoU represents a binding agreement between the parties for appointment and process, the MoU does not constitute a financing commitment, and any Facility remains subject to successful completion of due diligence, internal approvals and execution of definitive documentation.

The MoU includes customary exclusivity provisions during the mandate period, a right of first refusal for Macquarie to participate in up to 15% of any qualifying alternative financing transaction during the term of the MoU and for 12 months following termination, and standard cost reimbursement, confidentiality and indemnity provisions.

Private Placement

Separately, Euro Sun has agreed to a term sheet with Urion Investments Holdings Limited ("Urion"), a Trafigura Group company, for a US$3 million strategic equity investment (the "Offering"), subject to certain conditions. Under the proposed terms of the Offering, Urion would subscribe for approximately 21.5 million units (each, a "Unit") at C$0.19 per Unit. Each Unit shall consist of one common share of the Company (each, a "Common Share") and one-half of one common share purchase warrant (each whole warrant, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant shall be exercisable to acquire one Common Share at a price of C$0.40 per share for 48 months from the closing of the Offering.

Closing of the Offering is expected to occur on or about September 4, 2026. All securities issued in connection with the Offering will be subject to a statutory hold period of four-months and one day. Completion of the Offering is subject to a number of conditions, including without limitation, receipt of Toronto Stock Exchange approval, board approval, execution of definitive agreements, and other customary conditions.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering for the Rovina Valley Project and general corporate purposes.

The MoU and term sheet are non‑binding and intended solely as a basis for further discussion. Any financing or investment transaction remains subject to negotiation and execution of definitive agreements. The MoU and Offering are supplementary to, and do not alter or replace, the existing US$200 million commitment from Trafigura, which remains in full force and effect on its current terms.

"The signing of this MoU with Macquarie and Trafigura, alongside the strategic equity investment by Trafigura, represent a significant milestone for the Rovina Valley Project. Together with our existing arrangements, these agreements establish a substantial portion of the financing framework contemplated to advance the Project toward construction, subject to securing the remaining financing, and support our continued commitment to shareholders," says Grant Sboros, CEO of Euro Sun.

About Euro Sun Mining Inc.

Euro Sun is a Toronto Stock Exchange-listed mining company focused on the exploration and development of its 100%-owned Rovina Valley Project located in west-central Romania, which hosts the second largest copper & gold deposit in Europe. Already granted European strategic status, the Rovina Valley Project is expected to unlock much needed investment and job creation in Hunedoara County and will deliver critical minerals necessary for Europe's green energy transition.

Further information:

For further information about Euro Sun, or the contents of this press release, please contact Investor Relations at info@eurosunmining.com.

Caution regarding forward-looking information:

This press release contains statements which constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the MoU and Offering, particularly in respect of the potential arrangement of a senior debt facility, the potential completion of the proposed equity investment, and the Company's expectations for the use of net proceeds and the Rovina Valley Project more generally.

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Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information are reasonable, such information involves risks and uncertainties, including: the risk that the MoU or term sheet may not result in definitive agreements; the risk that necessary approvals, including Toronto Stock Exchange approval, may not be obtained; general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties in Romania and the European Union; future commodity prices and market demand; accidents, labour disputes and shortages; risks inherent in the mining industry; and other risks described in the Company's public disclosure.

Undue reliance should not be placed on such information, as unknown or unpredictable factors could have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of the Company. This information is qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements and risk factor disclosure contained in filings made by the Company with the Canadian securities regulators, including the Company's annual information form, financial statements and related MD&A for the financial year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the securities regulatory authorities in certain provinces of Canada and available at www.sedarplus.ca.

Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Although the Company has attempted to identify important risks, uncertainties and factors which could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be others that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. The Company does not intend, and do not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information except as otherwise required by applicable law.

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Beijing, China - September 4, 2026 - Atos, a global leader of AI-powered digital transformation, today announced that a sovereign Agentic AI solution developed in collaboration with a manufacturing customer in China has been honored at the IDC China AI Innovation Awards 2026.

The recognition highlights the growing role of enterprise-grade Agentic AI in driving outcome-driven innovation, operational efficiency, and business transformation across key industries.

Presented by International Data Corporation (IDC), the award recognized:

Sovereign AI Agent for Engineering R&D, developed jointly by Atos and manufacturer Flender, with the Best Agentic AI Practice Award.

Guo Yan Ming, IT Head, Flender China said "By applying sovereign, secure and compliant AI to complex engineering workflows, the solution accelerates knowledge reuse and decision-making, helping shorten the path from design insight to market-ready innovation while demonstrating the replicability of manufacturing agents in complex knowledge management."

Yun Rui Feng, Managing Director, Atos China said "We are honored to collaborate with forward-looking customer on their AI transformation journeys. As demand for sovereign and responsible AI continues to grow across industries, Atos remains committed to helping organizations accelerate innovation and achieve measurable outcomes at scale."

Atos developed a sovereign AI agent for Flender's engineering R&D function that combines agentic AI, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), multimodal capabilities, and deep manufacturing domain knowledge. The solution helps engineering teams move faster from concept to market launch while delivering measurable business outcomes, including:

An 83% reduction in design standard document and engineering drawing interpretation time, from approximately 30 minutes to 5 minutes

A sixfold increase in engineering design processing capacity

Annual savings of approximately 2,000 engineering hours

Improved knowledge reuse, faster onboarding, and enhanced collaboration across engineering teams

As part of the Atos Sovereign Agentic Studio (SAS), Atos China is helping organizations turn Agentic AI ambition into business results. By combining sovereign AI principles with deep industry expertise, Atos enables enterprises to deploy trusted AI solutions that accelerate decision-making, strengthen operational resilience, and unlock new opportunities for growth.

Learn more about the Atos Sovereign Agentic Studio

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About Atos

Atos is the Atos Group brand dedicated to AI-powered, secure, end-to-end digital services. Atos designs, develops, and operates critical digital environments that drive performance, resilience and sovereignty, helping public and private organizations worldwide retain control over their data and infrastructures, while meeting regulatory requirements.

With more than 52,000 employees serving over 4,500 clients across 54 countries, Atos helps modernize core IT systems, accelerate cloud and data transformation, strengthen cybersecurity, and deliver secure digital workplace environments to support its clients, its employees and society. Atos also provides consulting and advisory services through its Atos Amplify brand.

A trusted partner in operating complex and mission-critical environments, Atos supports organizations across highly regulated and sovereign contexts.

About Atos Group

Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 54,000 employees and annual revenue of c. EUR7.2 billion, operating in 54 countries under two brands - Atos for services and Eviden for products and systems. European number one in cybersecurity and a leader in cloud, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos Group is listed on Euronext Paris. 

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*PU Prime responds to the magnitude 7.4 earthquake with emergency relief support in Choco.

*34 families receive essential supplies, including support for 14 families with babies.

*The initiative is delivered through the PU Prime Dream Fund and ABACO.

BOGOTA, Colombia, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck western Colombia, PU Prime has mobilised emergency relief supplies for affected communities in Choco, where access to assistance remains challenging.

Through the PU Prime Dream Fund, the company's Colombia team sourced and prepared essential supplies, including baby care products, hygiene items, and sleeping materials. The contribution was handed over through ABACO - Asociacion de Bancos de Alimentos de Colombia for onward delivery to the Wounaan community of Pichima, in the municipality of Litoral del San Juan.

The relief effort began on 19 August, with the PU Prime team sourcing essential items across Bogot? to address immediate needs identified in the affected community. This initiative supplies essential items to 34 families, including 14 with babies.

Press Image_PU Prime Mobilises Earthquake Relief Efforts for Affected Community in Choco, Colombia

"People had lost their homes, and some families were spending the night outdoors, so we focused on items that could be used immediately-a sleeping mat, a blanket, hygiene essentials, and supplies for babies," said Ms. Doris Rodriguez, Corporate Relations Manager at Banco de Alimentos de Bogota ABACO.

"This was a modest contribution in the context of a much larger emergency, but everyone involved wanted to make sure the supplies were prepared properly and placed in the hands of a partner that could take them where they were needed."

From Bogota, ABACO coordinated the onward movement of the supplies to Quibdo, where they are currently awaiting the final leg of the journey to Pichima, Litoral de San Juan. With access to the remote community dependent on limited local transport connections, arrangements for the final leg are currently underway.

The Wounaan community of Pichima is located in a remote area of Choco that can only be reached through a combination of land and river transport. The impact of the earthquake is not always immediately visible from a distance, as wooden homes can appear structurally intact while closer inspection reveals missing roofs, damaged supports, and interiors exposed to the elements.

PU Prime would like to express its deepest sympathies to all those affected by the earthquake and stands with the people of Colombia during this difficult time. Through the PU Prime Dream Fund, the company supports community initiatives that create meaningful opportunities and provide practical support where it is needed. In Colombia, this response reflects that commitment by helping address immediate needs following the earthquake.

About PU Prime

Founded in 2015, PU Prime is a leading global fintech company and trusted CFD broker. Today, it offers regulated financial products across forex, commodities, indices, shares, and bonds. Operating in over 190 countries with more than 40 million app downloads, PU Prime provides innovative trading platforms and an integrated copy trading feature, empowering traders worldwide to achieve financial success with confidence.

About ABACO 

ABACO - Asociaci?n de Bancos de Alimentos de Colombia is the national association of Colombia's food banks, bringing together a network of 26 food banks across the country. ABACO works to strengthen food security and nutrition for vulnerable communities by coordinating resources, partnerships and donations through its network of food banks.

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Photo: Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo, Egypt, September 2, 2026. /Xinhua

BEIJING, Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CGTN menerbitkan artikel yang menyoroti bagaimana kerja sama Tiongkok-Mesir kini tidak lagi terbatas pada berbagai proyek industri, melainkan telah meluas menjadi hubungan ekonomi dan strategis yang lebih dalam. Artikel ini menyoroti Zona Kerja Sama Ekonomi dan Perdagangan Suez, meningkatnya ekspor pertanian Mesir ke Tiongkok, serta makna lebih luas dari hubungan kedua negara yang telah terjalin selama 70 tahun.

Satu dekade telah berlalu sejak Tiongkok dan Mesir meluncurkan fase kedua zona kerja sama ekonomi dan perdagangan bersama di kawasan gurun sepanjang Terusan Suez. Kini, wilayah itu telah tumbuh menjadi klaster industri yang menaungi hampir 200 perusahaan dan membuka sekitar 10.000 lapangan kerja. Perkembangan ini menjadi bukti nyata bagaimana kerja sama bilateral mampu mendorong pembangunan di tingkat lokal.

Zona Kerja Sama Ekonomi dan Perdagangan TEDA Tiongkok-Mesir di Suez telah menarik minat berbagai perusahaan di bidang bahan bangunan, peralatan perminyakan, serta peralatan dan mesin kelistrikan. Menurut laporan People's Daily, total investasi kumulatif di zona ini telah melampaui $4,7 miliar. Kawasan yang sebelumnya merupakan gurun yang belum tersentuh pembangunan itu kini telah berubah menjadi platform industri yang menghubungkan Inisiatif Sabuk dan Jalan (Belt and Road Initiative) Tiongkok dengan strategi pembangunan Mesir untuk Koridor Terusan Suez.

Transformasi ini mencerminkan pergeseran yang lebih luas dalam hubungan Tiongkok-Mesir, dari sekadar proyek infrastruktur yang berdiri sendiri, menuju kerja sama yang memadukan investasi, lapangan kerja, dan pasar. Dalam pembicaraan dengan Presiden Mesir Abdel Fattah El-Sisi pada hari Rabu, Presiden Tiongkok Xi Jinping menyatakan bahwa kedua negara perlu memperdalam kerja sama. Ia juga menekankan pentingnya terus memajukan pembangunan komunitas Tiongkok-Mesir dengan masa depan bersama.

Mesin baru bagi pembangunan lokal

Zona Suez kini melangkah semakin jauh dari sekadar manufaktur konvensional, ditandai dengan hadirnya berbagai proyek tenaga surya dan ekonomi sirkular yang mulai tumbuh. Perkembangan ini membawa kawasan itu menuju pembangunan yang lebih hijau dan rendah karbon. Ekspansi ke berbagai sektor baru ini juga telah memberikan manfaat lebih langsung bagi perekonomian dan tenaga kerja Mesir.

Berbagai proyek investasi Tiongkok telah membantu memperkuat pasokan listrik Mesir, salah satunya proyek gardu induk taman tenaga surya yang telah menghasilkan sekitar 16.000 gigawatt-jam listrik sejak selesai dibangun. Di sisi lain, perusahaan-perusahaan Tiongkok juga telah melatih para insinyur dan pekerja lokal, sehingga tidak sedikit karyawan Mesir yang kini berhasil menduduki posisi teknis dan manajerial. Pada usaha patungan antara China XD Electric dan EGEMAC milik Mesir, karyawan lokal mendominasi hingga 97% dari total tenaga kerja.

Kerja sama semacam ini merupakan bagian dari model pembangunan yang saling menguntungkan secara lebih luas. Menjelang kunjungannya, Xi Jinping menulis artikel bertanda tangan yang dipublikasikan di media Mesir. Di sana, ia menyatakan Tiongkok dan Mesir hendaknya "berupaya mewujudkan manfaat bersama dan kerja sama saling menguntungkan, serta menetapkan tolok ukur bagi pembangunan bersama."

Produk Mesir menemukan pasar yang terus tumbuh di Tiongkok

Hubungan ini semakin berjalan dalam dua arah, seiring dengan semakin terbuka lebarnya akses berbagai produk Mesir ke pasar konsumen Tiongkok yang besar.

Menurut data resmi Tiongkok, perdagangan Tiongkok dengan Mesir mencapai 95,19 miliar yuan ($14,16 miliar) dalam tujuh bulan pertama tahun 2026, naik 18,7% dibandingkan periode yang sama tahun sebelumnya. Ekspor Tiongkok ke Mesir naik 17,5%, sementara itu impor dari Mesir melonjak 49,4%.

Perdagangan komoditas pertanian telah menjadi sektor dengan pertumbuhan pesat. Impor Tiongkok atas produk pertanian Mesir naik 82,6% dalam tujuh bulan pertama, menyumbang 41,7% dari total impor Tiongkok dari Mesir. Mesir merupakan sumber terbesar stroberi beku bagi Tiongkok dan sumber terbesar ketiga untuk rami. Kedua produk itu masing-masing menyumbang 96,7% dan 7,7% dari total impor Tiongkok.

Mesir, salah satu eksportir jeruk terkemuka dunia, mengirimkan jeruk segar senilai sekitar $26 juta ke Tiongkok pada tahun 2025. Eksportir komoditas pertanian yang beberapa kali dalam setahun bepergian ke Tiongkok mengatakan kuatnya permintaan konsumen Tiongkok terhadap jeruk Mesir telah mendorong para produsen untuk meningkatkan kualitas.

Dalam sebuah artikel, surat kabar Al-Ahram di Mesir menyebutkan bahwa langkah tarif nol persen Tiongkok bagi berbagai produk Afrika telah membuka akses ke pasar dengan lebih dari 1,4 miliar penduduk. Meskipun demikian, surat kabar itu juga mencatat tarif lebih rendah saja tidak akan menjamin keberhasilan. Kualitas produk, pasokan stabil, dan strategi pemasaran yang disesuaikan dengan pasar lokal tetap menjadi faktor penting bagi perusahaan Mesir yang ingin memperluas pasar di Tiongkok, demikian ungkap surat kabar itu.

Melampaui hubungan bilateral

Seiring dengan peringatan 70 tahun hubungan diplomatik Tiongkok dan Mesir, makna hubungan ini pun melampaui sekadar perdagangan dan investasi. Mesir merupakan negara Arab dan Afrika pertama yang menjalin hubungan diplomatik dengan Republik Rakyat Tiongkok. Sejak itu, kedua negara telah memperluas kerja sama di bidang budaya, pendidikan, sains dan teknologi, kesehatan, serta bidang-bidang lainnya.

Xi Jinping menyatakan Tiongkok dan Mesir telah menjadi teladan persahabatan, solidaritas, dan koordinasi antarnegara berkembang, sekaligus menegaskan bahwa kedua negara merupakan anggota penting dari kelompok Global South.

Posisi Mesir memberikan dimensi regional yang lebih luas bagi kemitraan itu. Sebagai negara Arab dan Afrika yang besar, Mesir berperan sebagai penghubung antara dunia Arab dan Afrika. Selain itu, Tiongkok dan Mesir juga turut berkoordinasi dalam berbagai kerangka kerja multilateral, termasuk Perserikatan Bangsa-Bangsa dan BRICS.

Di tengah situasi ketidakstabilan yang terus berlangsung di Timur Tengah, Xi Jinping menyerukan otonomi regional lebih besar dalam bidang keamanan serta pendekatan komprehensif terhadap berbagai isu rawan konflik. Ia juga menekankan pentingnya pembangunan sebagai landasan bagi keamanan, disertai koordinasi internasional yang lebih kuat.

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Amid rising textile waste crisis, environmental NGO Redress' world-leading sustainable fashion competition winner proves that designing out waste is one of fashion's biggest opportunities

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 4 September 2026 - Redress, the Hong Kong-based, Asia-focused environmental NGO accelerating circular fashion, announced the winner of the Redress Design Award 2026, the world's leading sustainable fashion design competition, at a star-studded runway finale at CENTRESTAGE, Asia's annual fashion showcase.

The finalists' runway collections, designed using circular techniques including factory surplus, discarded garments, excess new stock, furnishings waste, tackled the global textile waste crisis and highlighted what most fashion consumers do not realise: an estimated 80% of a product's environmental impact is locked in at design stage[1], long before the clothes hit the shop floor.

"My generation of designers won't be judged just on aesthetics. We must understand circularity - durability, repairability and recyclability - from the drawing board to fill the racks with what more consumers hope to buy. Coming into this wasteful fashion industry is intimidating and we must respond with courage," said Jon Liesenfeld, from Germany, Redress Design Award 2026 First Prize Winner, who outdesigned seven other finalists from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, United Kingdom, Austria, and Israel.

As Lead Sponsor, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) has supported the Award as a cornerstone project for 14 consecutive years. "Creativity and sustainability have never been more closely intertwined than they are today," shared Drew Lai, Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries, CCIDA. "We take great pride in the legacy of the Award: over 350 alumni across more than 40 regions, many of whom have gone on to translate circular design principles into thriving, real-world practice ? a clear testament to the Award's wide-reaching impact."

The fashion industry must reinvent itself - from the drawing board up

Textile waste is a global crisis, with an estimated 120 million tonnes generated annually, of which 80% ends up in landfills or being incinerated[2]. The global textile industry is only 0.3% circular[3].

"Whilst the fashion industry faces serious challenges - from geopolitical pressures, inflation, complex global supply chains to incoming legislation - it is catastrophically still on its wasteful, runaway trainwreck," said Dr. Christina Dean, Founder, Redress. "Circularity is flat-lining despite circular textile business models being estimated to generate US$700 billion in economic value by 2030[4] and whilst clothing waste sky rockets, which will be exacerbated by global dominance of ultra fast fashion brands. Redress' work to catalyse circular fashion is critical and our educational movement has reached millions of designers in almost 100 countries worldwide," she said.

All finalists join Redress' Alumni global network of 350+ designers who continue sparking solutions. Alumnus Kevin Germanier closed Paris Couture Week this spring with a collection made entirely from LVMH-owned brands' excess inventory across. Alumnus Angus Tsui and Eric Wong have transformed retired DHL courier uniforms into accessories.

Upcycling continues moving mainstream, with LVMH Group, Miu Miu, Coach, Uniqlo, Converse, Wrangler and Vivienne Westwood, developing various upcycled collections, selling its creativity and uniqueness rather than sustainability alone.

Incoming regulation, particularly the European Union's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), Extender Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the ban on destroying unsold clothing and footwear, have given brands more incentive to embrace upcycling than just a few years ago.

Redress Design Award 2026 Prizes expose winners to array of British businesses

Jon Liesenfeld wins an educational journey to British fashion businesses; from design-led apparel manufacturers, Simple Approach who produce 50 million apparel pieces annually for brands including Primark and Next; luxury womenswear brand Roksanda, worn by Her Royal Highness Catherine, Princess of Wales, Michelle Obama, Kate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway. This prize is supported by GREAT Britain & Northern Ireland Campaign.

The runner-up, Jasmine Cheuk from Hong Kong, wins a mentorship with distinguished British fashion activist and competition judge, Orsola de Castro, who has mentored Redress' competition winners every cycle for the last decade and has been a judge since the competition's inception. Jasmine also won the Hong Kong Best prize.

Redress empowers emerging designers to help close the educational skills gap

Redress recognises the urgent need to equip designers with the skills required to narrow the educational gap within the fashion industry. An integrative review of 81 papers found that mainstream fashion design courses still "scarcely incorporate sustainability within their curricula", underscoring the need to strengthen sustainability education through both theoretical understanding and practical application.[5] To date, Redress has directly educated 36,500+ fashion designers and educators and has generated 18 million views across its online educational resources.

In addition to education, Redress builds strategic industry partnerships to create real-world pathways for designers. During the Redress Design Award 2026, finalists remade discarded, unwearable post-consumer clothing waste into retail-ready collections for multi-brand fashion retailer, D-mop, in collaboration with TAL Apparel, leading global garment manufacturer. This work was delivered as part of the 'Remake to Retail' challenge; the resulting collection is scheduled to launch with D-mop later this year.

Redress Design Award turns consumer concern into sustainable demand

Engaging with consumers to drive the sustainable fashion movement is critical, given rampant overconsumption and clothing underutilisation, which results in the majority of clothing being landfilled or burned within one year of production.[6] Whilst the majority of consumers believe brands have a responsibility to make positive change in the world[7], an intention gap between what consumers think and what they do persists, whereby 71% of global consumers are concerned about sustainability in fashion, yet only 3% of them are willing to pay a premium for it.[8]

Through the Redress Design Award, finalists demonstrate that sustainable fashion can be desirable. By showcasing exceptional design and compelling storytelling, and by bringing remade clothing into mainstream spaces, these next-generation designers motivate consumers to actively choose more sustainable options, turning concern into demand.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

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