Intelligent Joy Limited Signs Strategic Cooperation MOU with First U.S. Capital Group ACN Newswire

Intelligent Joy Limited Signs Strategic Cooperation MOU with First U.S. Capital Group

HONG KONG, Dec 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Intelligent Group Limited (NASDAQ: INTJ) announces today that its wholly owned subsidiary Intelligent Joy Limited ('Intelligent Joy,' the 'Company') has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding ('MOU') with First U.S. Capital Group Limited ('First U.S. Capital'). Under the terms of the MOU, both parties have agreed to collaborate extensively in their respective areas of expertise to enhance their industry presence and foster the integration and development of their capabilities.This collaboration marks a significant step in deepening the relationship between Intelligent Joy and First U.S. Capital in the areas of financial public relations, investment consulting, and cross-border business development. Under the agreement, Intelligent Joy will leverage its expertise in financial public relations and media outreach to support First U.S. Capital's brand awareness and client expansion across the Asia-Pacific region. At the same time, First U.S. Capital will provide tailored investment consulting and capital market strategies to Intelligent Joy's potential clients. The partnership will focus on expanding brand visibility and business growth in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and the U.S. markets.Future OutlookLooking ahead, the cooperation between Intelligent Joy and First U.S. Capital holds great potential. Intelligent Joy will utilize its market resources in Hong Kong and Mainland China to provide strategic support for First U.S. Capital's business expansion in the Asia-Pacific region. Meanwhile, First U.S. Capital, with its strong expertise in international investments and financial consulting, will help Intelligent Joy extend its global client base, particularly in areas such as capital raising, market positioning, and risk management.Both parties will also explore joint opportunities in cross-border investment and capital markets, aiming to promote collaboration in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and the U.S. markets. The cooperation will focus on the integration of information technology and financial services, with the goal of introducing innovative financial solutions. As the global economic and financial landscape evolves, this partnership will offer both companies greater flexibility in strategic choices and contribute to long-term sustainable growth.The MOU is set to take effect immediately upon signing and will remain valid for an initial term of three years, subject to modification or extension based on the needs of both parties.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements that are based on the management's current expectations, estimates, and assumptions about future economic conditions, industry performance, company operations, and financial results. These statements are not guarantees of future events or performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements due to factors such as changes in economic conditions, market trends, industry developments, and operational factors. There can be no assurance that the expected events or outcomes will occur as anticipated.About Intelligent Group LimitedIntelligent Group Limited has been deeply rooted in Hong Kong for many years and successfully listed on the NASDAQ in March 2024. As the first public relations group in Hong Kong to focus on producing financial content, Intelligent Group Limited is committed to providing high-value public relations services to the financial sector, helping listed companies enhance their brand influence through precise 'data+content' driven communications. Through close collaboration with over 100 securities firms and more than 150 financial analysts, the company has focused on driving financial institutions, investors, and businesses with efficient content-driven public relations services. Intelligent Joy operates in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, providing top-tier communications services to leading companies in the Hong Kong and U.S. stock markets.About First U.S. Capital Group LimitedFounded in 1989 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California, First U.S. Capital Group Limited is a global leader in international title insurance and commercial information services. First U.S. Capital provides a wide range of financial consulting, investment strategies, and title insurance services to global corporate and individual clients. Its services are widely used in real estate transactions, capital market operations, and business management.For more information, please visit Intelligent Joy's website: www.intelligentjoy.com.For enquiry, please contact Intelligent Joy Limited: Rosanne Ren Phone: (86) 136 8956 6828Email: rosanne.ren@intelligentjoy.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE Brings Orchard Road Alive with a Free New Year’s Eve Celebration! ACN Newswire

THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE Brings Orchard Road Alive with a Free New Year’s Eve Celebration!

Registration Opens December 5th—Limited release of 1,000 tickets for one night of free food, free interactive games, and free beats from DJs redefining the sound collide!SINGAPORE, Dec 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - This New Year’s Eve, TRIFECTA, the world’s first Surf-Snow-Skate and lifestyle destination on Orchard Road, will host a showstopping New Year's Eve celebration THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party. This vibrant carnival-themed event offers entry to a night of free carnival treats redeemable with dining coupons, entertainment and games. With an exceptional musical line-up, dynamic roving performances, and a limited release of just 1,000 tickets, pre-registration is a must to guarantee your spot.Known for breaking the mold, TRIFECTA champions local and regional emerging talent, and established artists pushing the boundaries of music, art, and culture. This New Year’s countdown party, with its vibrant carnival theme, is a perfect showcase of TRIFECTA’s commitment to the spirit of creative expression. TRIFECTA’s New Year’s Countdown: A Carnival of Sound Celebrating Asia’s Boldest Musical TalentAs Singapore’s leading champion of creative music and with a legacy of hosting iconic music events like TRIFECTA Backyard Sessions and the TRIFECTA Music Festival, the countdown party will be a celebration of bold creativity and the vibrant energy of Asia’s independent musical innovators.In a spectacular fusion of carnival fun and cutting-edge sound, TRIFECTA’ Snow Arena will transform into the heart of the night’s musical experience. This electrifying zone will double as the DJ booth, where an exceptional lineup of Singaporean and regional artists will bring the beats to life, creating an atmosphere that pushes the boundaries of sound and artistic freedom.THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE musical headlining acts are:WILD PEARLBorn from a collective desire to experience music live, loud, and with friends, Wild Pearl is a dynamic duo composed of Andy and Chris, who are on a mission to bring music-centric experiences to Singapore's crowds. Their performances are deeply rooted in community, sustainability, and wellness, with a focus on connecting global audiences through events and collaborations. This event will feature co-founder Chris Shearmon, and their Radio Producer Leland, who will both deliver an hour’s set.STRANGEWEATHERFueled by a deep respect for heritage and an eagerness to push sonic boundaries, Strange Weather is a Singapore-based collective with a mission to unite like-minded individuals across Southeast and East Asia. Their sound navigates between heavy percussion, post-punk, and eclectic electronica driven by hypnotic rhythms. A’alely, a core founding member of the collective, will represent the crew.HYPERFOCUSGenre-fluid and effortlessly cool, Dan blends aggressive percussion with rhythms from Latin club beats, hard drums, and techno, creating a high-energy performance that brings forth his concept of “the New Masculine.” Alongside Z, Dan has redefined Singapore’s underground rave scene with a fiercely DIY ethos. Hyperfocus is now a cultural movement, hosting international icons like LU2K, DJ G2G, and Bulma, while championing regional stars such as Tikkoii and 918.Kiss.Jackpot. The duo’s vision continues to energize and inspire, creating a magnetic hub for raw creativity and unfiltered energy.BUSSY TEMPLE (Howrøng & METAMOKSHA)Known for their unapologetically avant-garde soundscapes, howrøng crafts a sonic experience that oscillates between ritualistic percussion, break-noise, and industrial club. As co-founder of the collective Bussy Temple,’ howrøng brings moments to life, spanning techno, experimental deconstructed club, and more. Known for performances at underground techno events in Singapore and South East Asia, they have also opened for international heavyweights like Tommy Four Seven and Dana Montana.Co-founder Metamoksha is an organizer, artist, and DJ for Bussy Temple and the DJ collective 3NiTi.Metamoksha's sets are nothing short of heartfelt odysseys and sweet agonies - taking us through the throes of bad romances, forehead kisses and sleepless nights. Intense yet intimate, unyieldingly raw, and evocative yet tender.A driving force in Southeast Asia’s underground scene, Metamoksha has played across notable underground clubs and collectives around the region, including Arcan Anniversary in Ho Chi Minh, Red Room in Yangon Myanmar, Non Non Non in Bangkok, Under9 in Kuala Lumpur, and leading Singapore collectives like Endless Return and Midnight Shift.rEmPiT g0dDe$$Victoria Yam is a prominent figure in Southeast Asia’s underground scene, deftly navigating between two experimental projects: VIKTORIA and rEmPiT g0dDe$$. Known for her forays into industrial club music, she has performed at major festivals like Maho Rasop Festival (Bangkok) and Final (Taipei). Her performances have taken her across Asia, Canada, and Europe, including the Boiler Room for Maho Rasop, the Oram Awards in London, and Venus Fest in Toronto.PRONTAXANA fusion of Funkot and regional sounds from Yogyakarta, PRONTAXAN disrupts conventional party norms by curating mixes of electronic music, dangdut, campursari, and Archipelago sounds. Known for using YouTube and MP3 controllers to remix their sets, PRONTAXAN is a trailblazer in Funkot, creating an eclectic vibe that bridges cultures and social classes through infectious beats. PRONTAXAN’s unique sound resonates with audiences across Southeast Asia, shaking up the boundaries of electronic dance music.TRIFECTA Transforms Its Snow, Surf and Skate Arenas for an Unforgettable Carnival FiestaFor THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party, TRIFECTA is transforming every inch of its Snow, Surf, and Skate Arenas into immersive carnival-themed zones, each brimming with interactive activities and entertainment for all to enjoy.Snow Arena: Free Costume Rentals & Face PaintingStep into a whimsical winter wonderland as TRIFECTA's Snow Arena is transformed into a magical carnival experience. Guests can immerse themselves in the fun with free on-site costume rentals, from shimmering mermaid tails to swashbuckling pirate attire, all while enjoying creative face painting to bring their carnival spirit to life. Surf Arena: Classic Carnival Games & Interactive FunThe Surf Arena is taking you on a nostalgic journey with a modern carnival twist. Guests can dive into classic carnival-style games such as the Ultimate Puncher and the Basketball Twin Arcade Machine, while interactive photo booths offer fun, memorable snapshots of the night. Whether you're testing your strength or capturing fun moments, this zone is filled with playful competition and surprises at every turn.Skate Arena: Fire Spinners, Breath Takers & Roller DiscoTRIFECTA’s Skate Arena becomes the stage for thrilling fire performances as fire spinners and breathers light up the night with their dazzling, hypnotic displays. The carnival atmosphere intensifies with their rhythmic, fiery artistry, sending sparks through the crowd in awe-inspiring fashion. The Skate Arena also hosts roving contortionists, unicyclists, and stilt walkers, creating a truly larger-than-life experience as they twist, spin, and glide through the festivities.TRIFECTA’s iconic roller skate bowl transforms into a carnival-inspired Roller Disco! Guests can glide to upbeat music under dazzling lights, filling the night with vibrant energy, fun, and a splash of retro nostalgia. It’s all about freedom, movement, and skating to the beat in a truly electrifying carnival atmosphere!Rooftop Deck: Mirror Men, Magicians & Acrobatic PerformancesThe transformation continues on the Roof, where guests can witness mind-bending performances by Mirror Man, whose shifting reflections blur the line between illusion and reality. Magicians will conjure the impossible right before your eyes, and acrobats will defy gravity with breathtaking feats of strength and precision, all adding to the carnival thrill. Additionally, Leviwand Performers will enchant the crowd with their fluid movements, making this corner of the Funhouse an awe-inspiring experience for all who visit.Fringe Activities: Circus-Themed Fun Around Every CornerThroughout the event, TRIFECTA's carnival-themed experiences continue to surprise and delight. Guests can experience magical face and jewel makeup artistry to complete their festive look. For those seeking a mystical touch, tarot card readings by skilled psychics offer an enthralling glimpse into the future, adding an air of mystery to the night.TRIFECTA Funhouse Branded Photo BoothCapture your carnival memories with TRIFECTA Funhouse's branded photobooth. Whether you're posing with friends or getting into character with your costume, this enclosed photo booth provides the perfect spot for creating fun, lasting memories throughout the night.Complimentary Carnival Fare in the Surf ArenaRegistered ticketholders can indulge in a delightful array of complimentary bite-sized carnival-inspired dishes at the Funhouse, served within the vibrant Surf Arena. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, the tantalizing menu includes:Flying Tacos – Savour the bold flavours of chicken, beef, or cauliflower tacos, served with crispy nachos for a satisfying, vibrant bite.Flip N Dip Pancakes & Ice Cream – Indulge in fluffy pancakes topped with creamy ice cream – sweet, decadent, and perfectly paired.Dogs for Days – Elevate your classic hot dog with kimchi, cheese, and char siew for a delicious twist on a carnival favourite.Fisherman’s Friends – Enjoy crispy fish and chips with a modern touch, bringing a fresh, delicious take on a classic favourite.The Mad Pig – Bite into juicy German pork belly, roasted to perfection for a mouthwatering experience.Sweet Tooth – Relish nostalgic carnival treats like fluffy candy floss and freshly popped popcornWhile carnival treats can be enjoyed for free with redeemable coupons,and until supplies last, guests can enjoy a variety of beverages throughout the evening. William Grant & Sons proudly serves as the official spirits partner, and guests can also explore a selection of beers and premium spirits catered by Yeastside — the only paid component of the event. Registration for The TRIFECTA Funhouse Opens 5th DecemberEntry to THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party is entirely free, with complimentary access to all activities, games, and dining coupons for carnival treats, while supplies last. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase and are restricted to guests aged 18 and above.With limited capacity and high demand, pre-registration is essential to guarantee your entry. Join us at The TRIFECTA Funhouse, where creativity takes centre stage, and the New Year begins with bold expression and unrestrained creativity. Registration details can be accessed HERE.THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party Snapshot:Date: 31st DecemberTime: Entry from 5pm — 3am Location: TRIFECTA, 10A Exeter Road, Singapore 239958Nearest MRT: Somerset MRT, Exit AAdmission: All pre-registered guests enjoy free access to the party, games, and activitiesFood: Dining coupons for bite-sized food portions will be available to all registered guests throughout the evening while supplies last—early arrivals highly encouraged Alcohol: Alcoholic beverages available for purchase (18+ only).Capacity: 1,000 guests (pre-registration required)Carnival Chic: Carnival-inspired dress code is encouraged. Prizes will be awarded for the boldest, most imaginative look.THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party is a ONE Countdown 2025 event. As part of SG60, ONE Countdown 2025 celebrations will bring everyone together to usher in the new year, with celebrations across the island. Find out more about ONE Countdown 2025 at: https://go.gov.sg/onecountdown2025.Note to Editors:- High-resolution images of musical acts, F&B booths and key visuals can be accessed HERE.- Access complete line-up of THE TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE: A New Year’s Countdown Party musical talent, activities, F&B booths and more, visit:https://funhouse.trifectasingapore.com/ About TRIFECTAOpened on 28 October 2023 by Singapore adventure sports company, The Ride Side, TRIFECTA is Asia's first surf-snow-skate destination, offering surfing, snowboarding, skiing and skating all in one place, in one day in the heart of Singapore. Bringing mountains and waves to the tropics, TRIFECTA is a space for self-expression and aims to build a new culture of youthful collaboration, bringing like-minded boardsports enthusiasts and lifestyle experience seekers together.For TRIFECTA FUNHOUSE New Year’s Countdown media interviews, press enquiries and event passes, please contact:Wani Diwarkarwani@prbespoke.com +65 9832 0643Paulene Lynchpaulene@prbespoke.com +65 9057 4101Saloni Rishirajsaloni@prbespoke.com +65 8344 4482 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Kincora Announces Shareholder Meeting Results ACN Newswire

Kincora Announces Shareholder Meeting Results

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - December 9, 2024) - Kincora Copper Limited (TSXV: KCC) (the "Company", "Kincora") is pleased to announce the results of voting at its Annual General and Special Meeting ("AGM" or the "Meeting") on December 9th, 2024 at 4pm PST held by hybrid meeting with webcast from Vancouver, Canada.All matters submitted to shareholders for approval as set out in the Company's Notice of Meeting and Information Circular, dated November 8th, 2024, were approved by the requisite majority of votes cast at the Meeting with 23.53% of shareholder proxies returned.Details of the resolutions are provided below as well as an update that was presented to shareholders at the Meeting.This announcement has been authorised for release by the Board of Kincora Copper Limited.By order of the Board of Directors:Cameron McRae, Chairmanenquiries@kincoracopper.com or +1 604 283 1722Kincora Copper Limited (ARBN 645 457 763)Executive office CanadaSubsidiary office Australia 400 - 837 West Hastings StreetVista AustraliaVancouver, BC V6C 3N6, CanadaLevel 4, 100 Albert RoadTel: 1.604.283.1722South Melbourne, Victoria 3205Fax: 1.888.241.5996Tel: +613 9692 7222 Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) or the Australian Securities Exchange accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.AGM detailsAudited Annual Report Shareholders received and considered the Financial Statements for the financial year ended December 31, 2023 and the report of the auditor thereon.Number of Directors | 99.89% ForShareholders approved retaining the number of directors at five (5).Election of Directors Shareholders voted in favour of Kincora's management's nominees to the board of directors: Jonathan (Sam) Spring (99.87% For), John Holliday (99.87% For), Luke Murray (99.81% For), Cameron McRae (91.71% For) and Jeremy Robinson (99.85% For).Auditor Appointed | 100.00% ForManning Elliot LLP was appointed Auditor of the Company to hold office until the next AGM or until its successor is duly appointed, and the directors were authorized to fix the Auditor's remuneration.Approval of Issue of Tranche 2 Placement Shares | 98.83% ForShareholders passed an ordinary resolution to ratify the issuance prior placement shares as described in the Information Circular.Approval of Issuance Placement Option | 98.75% ForShareholders passed an ordinary resolution to ratify the issuance of placement options relating to prior placement shares as described in the Information Circular.Ratification of Prior Issuance of Placement Shares | 99.58% ForShareholders passed an ordinary resolution to ratify the issuance prior placement shares as described in the Information Circular.Share Capacity | 99.50% ForShareholders passed a special resolution re-approving the capacity to issuance up to an additional 10% capital over a 12 month period pursuant to ASX Listing Rule 7.1A as described in the Information Circular.Equity Incentive Plan (EIP) | 99.74% ForShareholders passed an ordinary resolution re-approving of the existing EIP as amended as described in the Information Circular.Shares for Services Agreement | 90.76% ForShareholders passed an ordinary resolution re-approving of the existing shares for services agreements as described in the Information Circular.Ratification of Prior Issuance of Options pursuit to EIP | 90.84% ForShareholders passed an ordinary resolution to ratify the issuance prior options pursuit to the existing EIP as described in the Information Circular.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/233137 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Fujitsu drives business process improvement at Mitsubishi Electric Engineering using SAP Signavio(R) JCN Newswire

Fujitsu drives business process improvement at Mitsubishi Electric Engineering using SAP Signavio(R)

Fujitsu today announced that it has provided Mitsubishi Electric Engineering with process visualization and analysis services utilizing the process mining(1) capabilities of “SAP Signavio®”(2), a platform that supportsbusiness transformation. Fujitsu consultants also identified areas requiring improvement and offered recommendations for process optimization.Mitsubishi Electric Engineering implemented its current system using SAP S/4HANA® in 2022 and planned a system upgrade for 2025. To optimize costs and efficiency before the upgrade, the company evaluated the effectiveness of its key business processes, such as sales and procurement, focusing on areas for improvement in operational quality and process standardization.To support this evaluation, Fujitsu employed its visualization and analysis service, which continuously monitors, analyses, and evaluates the effects of the current system's implementation. By visualizing the entire business process using log data from the current system, Fujitsu identified bottlenecks and process inconsistencies. Fujitsu consultants, with their deep understanding of SAP solutions, then used this information to propose process improvements.These improvement proposals were then discussed and refined in workshops with Mitsubishi Electric Engineering, leading to a clear identification of business challenges and improvement strategies. This data-driven approach, compared to traditional consulting methods relying solely on client interviews, enabled a rapid clarification of the current situation. This shortened the usual six to twelve-month evaluation phase to approximately one month, allowing more time for in-depth discussions on core business issues.Fujitsu will continue to support Mitsubishi Electric Engineering's process improvement initiatives. Through this collaboration, Fujitsu aims to help various companies achieve continuous process improvement and enhance their ability to adapt to changing business environments.(1) Process mining: Analytical method for discovering, monitoring, and improving actual processes based on easily accessible event logs from existing information systems.(2) SAP Signavio®: Platform provided by SAP SE (Germany) that supports business process management.Fujitsu’s Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030.Fujitsu’s purpose — “to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation” — is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Fourteen new trains to drive first rail open access growth JCN Newswire

Fourteen new trains to drive first rail open access growth

- The Group has signed an agreement with Angel Trains and Hitachi to lease 14 new five-car class 80X Hitachi electric, battery electric or bi-mode trains (70 cars in total) at a cost of c.£500m including maintenance, over a ten-year lease period- The trains will be manufactured by Hitachi in County Durham, securing skills base and jobs in the local area- The new trains will enable FirstGroup to significantly expand its open access portfolio and will be used on the newly announced London-Carmarthen route and to increase the number of cars on the existing Lumo and Hull Trains services- The agreement also contains an option for FirstGroup to lease up to an additional 13 trains on the same terms if the Group’s open access applications are granted by the Office of Rail and Road (‘ORR’)LONDON, Dec 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Rail has entered into a contract with FirstGroup plc and Angel Trains Limited to lease 14 new, UK manufactured, five-car Hitachi electric or bi-mode trains.Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is visiting Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, today to celebrate a significant agreement for the Hitachi Rail Limited factory which has secured an order to manufacture 70 new rail cars for leading transport operator FirstGroup’s growing open access business, creating certainty for the manufacturing skills base, and the factory’s future.The agreement announced today will deliver 14 new five-car class 80X Hitachi electric or bi-mode trains (a total of 70 cars), which will not only give FirstGroup a homogenous fleet across its open access operations and provides flexibility and reliability for customers, but also facilitates FirstGroup’s strategic objective of materially increasing its open access capacity. Delivery of the new trains is expected to commence in late 2027. The lease will be financed by Angel Trains, adding to their portfolio of Hitachi assets. The trains will be maintained by Hitachi at their facilities around the country.The trains will be used on FirstGroup’s open access rail services, including the Carmarthen-London route announced on 5 December, and the existing Hull Trains and Lumo services on the East Coast Mainline.In addition, the agreement provides FirstGroup the option to invest another £500m, with options on a further 13 five-car trains, should their recently submitted open access applications be successful. These include for a new Lumo service between London and Rochdale via Newton-le-Willows, Eccles and Manchester Victoria, the extension of the Lumo service between Glasgow and Edinburgh, the expansion of the new London-Carmarthen Lumo service to introduce a new Lumo service between London and Paignton, and a new Hull Trains service between London and Sheffield via Retford and Worksop. Open access rail operators are set up with solely private investment and take full commercial risk and opportunity. The successful open access model, which is supported by Government and its independent regulator ORR, connects under-served places, helping to drive economic growth and providing additional capacity on core routes which can push a modal shift away from carbon-intensive travel.Commenting, FirstGroup Chief Executive Officer Graham Sutherland said: “The introduction of our new service between London and Carmarthen, and the extra capacity on Lumo and Hull Trains, will significantly increase our open access portfolio over the next few years, with further expansion possible should our recent applications be successful. The new trains, to be manufactured for us in County Durham by Hitachi, will support UK manufacturing and offer customers more choice as they consider affordable, environmentally friendly modes of travel in the future, and we are pleased to be taking them forward.“We know that growth and innovation are key for the future of the railway sector and are committed to working with government and all our partners to provide competitive, sustainable and improved services. Successful open access services can provide new connections, add capacity, support local businesses and suppliers, secure jobs and help to drive social mobility and future economic growth.”Jim Brewin, Chief Director of UK & Ireland at Hitachi Rail, stated: “This contract is a positive step forward, and just recognition for the hard work and patience of our teams across the Hitachi Rail UK business over recent years. We look forward to once again delivering for Hull Trains and Lumo passengers who will benefit further from our award-winning British built trains."We owe a lot to the innovation and creativity shown by our customers Angel Trains and FirstGroup and are excited to work in collaboration to deliver on our combined ambitions. "Equally, we owe a debt of thanks to the Northeast Mayor Kim McGuiness and other local MPs who have worked tirelessly in support of this private sector investment.”Malcolm Brown, CEO of Angel Trains, said: “This is a major milestone for the UK rail industry. In less than three months we have delivered c.£250m of investment that will bring millions more passengers onto the rail network, connect key regional centres across the UK, secure crucial manufacturing jobs and breathe new life into local economies.“This is the first announcement of its kind in six years but our ambitions don’t stop here – this milestone represents the beginning of a new and exciting journey, which will see Angel Trains play a leading role in the green transition of our rail infrastructure.”About Hitachi RailHitachi Rail is connecting the future of mobility - helping every passenger, customer and community enjoy the benefits of more seamless, sustainable transport. With innovative technology and world-leading delivery capabilities, Hitachi Rail is a trusted partner to customers and consortia partners globally. The company is an expert in every part of the railway: from train manufacturing and maintenance to digital signalling and smart mobility. Its pioneering products, such as the iconic high speed bullet train, enable billions of passenger journeys and the transport of millions of tonnes of freight, every year.Drawing on the powerful expertise of the wider Hitachi group companies, Hitachi Rail is uniquely placed to further enhance its offer to customers through pioneering new digital solutions and services.In FY22, Hitachi Rail had revenues of over €5bn. The company has around 15,000 employees in 38 countries, and it invests in its diverse and talented teams. Hitachi Rail’s business is local, but its reach is global. With deep roots in its communities, the company is committed to delivering sustainable progress for all. Find out more by visiting hitachirail.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Hitachi to supply Japan’s first SF6-free 300 kV circuit-breakers to Chubu Electric Power Grid JCN Newswire

Hitachi to supply Japan’s first SF6-free 300 kV circuit-breakers to Chubu Electric Power Grid

TOKYO, Dec 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. announced today that it received an order for five units of Hitachi Energy’s sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)-free EconiQ™ 300 kilovolt (kV) circuit-breaker from Chubu Electric Power Grid. This is the first project in Japan where SF6-free circuit-breakers will be installed at voltages of 275 kV and above. It marks a milestone in achieving sustainable power grids in Japan and Chubu Electric Power Grid’s ambition of reducing emissions to zero by 2050. The SF6-free EconiQ circuit-breaker reduces CO2-equivalent emissions from the insulating gas by 99.3 percent.SF6 gas has excellent insulation and switching performance and has been used for decades in power grids. It also has a global warming potential of 24,300 times higher than CO2 and remains in the atmosphere for more than 1,000 years if it leaks from the equipment.Governments around the globe are working on regulations to phase out the installation of new SF6 gas equipment to address climate change. Still, no regulations regarding eliminating SF6 gas equipment in Japan exist yet.With Japan's electricity demand expected to increase due to electrification and the expansion of data centers, it becomes crucial to strengthen the power grids while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. SF6-free switchgear, such as Hitachi Energy's EconiQ, is the only solution to this two-fold challenge – it has proven reliability, stays compact, and has the lowest carbon footprint.In 2022, Chubu Electric Power Grid announced its policy to adopt SF6-free circuit breakers up to 77 kV when they are replaced. Today, Chubu Electric Power Grid announced a progressive policy to accelerate its decarbonization initiatives by adopting SF6-free circuit breakers for 275 kV and above.Hitachi Energy launched EconiQ high-voltage products in 2021 to meet the demand for SF6-free equipment. The EconiQ high-voltage portfolio eliminates greenhouse gas emissions by replacing SF6 gas with an eco-efficient alternative gas while maintaining the same performance, size, safety, and reliability as conventional equipment using SF6 gas. The company is progressively expanding its EconiQ high-voltage product lineup. It has already developed SF6 gas-free products for grid-level voltages up to 550 kV.About Hitachi, Ltd.Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products. Hitachi operates under the 3 business sectors of "Digital Systems & Services" – supporting our customers' digital transformation; "Green Energy & Mobility" – contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railway systems, and "Connective Industries" – connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in various industries. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with our customers. The company's revenues as 3 sectors for fiscal year 2023 (ended March 31, 2024) totaled 8,564.3 billion yen, with 573 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 270,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at https://www.hitachi.com.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We are advancing the world's energy system to be more sustainable, flexible and secure and we collaborate with customers and partners to enable a sustainable energy future – for today's generations and those to come. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries, serving customers in utility, industry, transportation, data centers and infrastructure sectors. With innovative technologies and services including the integration of more than 150 gigawatts of HVDC links into the power system, we help make the energy value chain more efficient, making electricity more accessible to all. Together with stakeholders across sectors and geographies, we enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 45,000 people in 60 countries and generate business volumes of around $13 billion USD.https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://twitter.com/HitachiEnergy Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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NEC begins sale of 100G QSFP28 ZR4 single-fiber bi-directional optical transceiver JCN Newswire

NEC begins sale of 100G QSFP28 ZR4 single-fiber bi-directional optical transceiver

TOKYO, Dec 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has expanded its lineup of optical transceivers for 100Gb/s transmission, and has started selling the new “100G QSFP28 ZR4 BiDi," which extends transmission distance to 80km, from today. This product is an improved version of the dual-fiber 100Gb/s transceiver that uses two fibers, and it achieves bi-directional data transmission in both the upstream and downstream directions using a single fiber.In recent years, the spread of AI and video distribution services has led to an ever-increasing amount of data traffic, and demand for optical transceivers that connect data centers is expected to increase. At the same time, in response to the increase in data traffic, there is a continuous challenge to reduce the overall power consumption, latency, and cost of systems. This optical transceiver achieves high-capacity communication over distances of up to 80 km using a direct detection method rather than a coherent method. It can also achieve bi-directional communication over a single fiber, making it possible to achieve low-power consumption, low-latency, low-cost direct connections between data centers. This contributes to lowering the power consumption, latency, and cost of the entire optical network system. Features of the new product include the following: 1. Achieving cost efficiencyConventionally, two fibers were required for 100Gb/s transmission, but this time, a compact filter has been developed that combines and separates the transmission and reception wavelengths, and bi-directional transmission has been achieved using a single fiber by wavelength multiplexing with different wavelengths for upstream and downstream. By reducing the number of fibers used, fiber procurement costs and rental costs can be reduced, enabling the construction of a cost-efficient network. 2. Achieving high-quality long-distance transmissionBy incorporating a high-output laser on the transmitting side and an optical semiconductor amplifier on the receiving side, the required link budget (*) of 30dB for 80km transmission is secured, enabling high-quality transmission. In addition, NEC also provides products that support not only the Ethernet signal rate (103Gb/s), but also the OTU4 signal rate (111.8Gb/s). 3. Connection with existing devices is possibleThe electrical interface is the same as that of conventional 100G QSFP28 products, and it meets a specification of 5.5W or less power consumption, so it can be easily introduced into existing QSFP28 ports. In addition, because it uses a direct detection method, it achieves low latency and low cost compared to coherent methods.Product SpecificationsForm factorQSFP28Bit rate103.125Gb/s (Ethernet signal)111.8Gb/s (OTU4 signal *Optional)Wavelength (uplink)1273.55/1277.89/1282.26/1286.66nmWavelength (downlink)1295.56/1300.05/1304.58/1309.14nmLink budget30dB or moreOptical interface4 x 25.78Gb/s(NRZ)Electrical interface4 x 25.78Gb/s(NRZ)Power consumption5.5W or lessOperating temperature0 to +70°CGoing forward, NEC will continue to provide optical transceivers incorporating advanced technologies such as its single-fiber bi-directional technology for both domestic and international markets.*An indicator that expresses the balance between signal loss between the transmitter and receiver and the gain required to receive the signal in a fiber-optic communication network.ShareAbout NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Hitachi, NTT Com Successfully Demonstrate World’s First Real-Time Data Synchronization Over 600 km Using StorageVirtualization Technology and IOWN APN JCN Newswire

Hitachi, NTT Com Successfully Demonstrate World’s First Real-Time Data Synchronization Over 600 km Using StorageVirtualization Technology and IOWN APN

TOKYO, Dec 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi) and NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com) jointly announced today the successfuldemonstration of their planned distributed data center infrastructure, verifying its technical viability. The infrastructure deploys the Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform One Block (VSP One Block) provided by Hitachi Vantara*1 and the IOWN All-Photonics Network (APN)*2, a core technology of the IOWN initiative*3 that achieves ultra-high-speed and low power consumption.VSP One Block is a storage solution that uses virtualization to manage multiple storage units across locations as a single entity, ensuring reliable business continuity during disasters. Recognized for its exceptional capabilities, it leverages best-in-class synchronous data replication and advanced protection technologies to enable seamlessrecovery and continuous operations. The IOWN APN, developed by the NTT Group, is a network technology that offers low power consumption, high capacity, low latency, and high-quality communication. During the demonstration, the combination of these two innovative solutions achieved round-trip times for long-distance data synchronization well within the times recommended by Hitachi, confirming that seamless system recovery is possible even during disasters.An IOWN APN was used during the demonstration to connect two VSP One Block storage systems, creating avirtual environment with a simulatedseparation of 600 km, equivalent to the distance between Tokyo and Osaka.Data synchronization times weremeasured using Hitachi's Global-Active Device storage technology*4.By improving the network’s response times through the superior network latency and reducedjitter*5 of the IOWN APN resulted in a round-trip response time (within 20msec) was achieved that far exceeded Hitachi’s recommended network response time*6. This confirms that stable data synchronization can be establishedover such distances, verifying their practical feasibility. It is believed to be the first time anywhere in the world that constant data synchronization has been achieved over a distance of 600km*7.Clustering technology, typically deployed within just a single data center, was used during the demonstration to evaluate likely system recovery times following a disaster. Redundancy was established between the two data centers, and a simulated failure was introduced at the main site to test whether operations could continue using thebackup site. Full system availability was automatically restored at the back-up site without any loss of data, confirming that seamless business continuity is possible even after a disaster.The demonstration also highlighted that, during such times, there will be no need for system engineers to perform such tasks as switching from the main site to the sub-site or recovering lost data, thereby reducing staff workload. In addition, as there will no longer be a need to maintain multiple data sets asynchronously and back them up, storagecapacity can be reduced, resulting in lower IT infrastructure maintenance costs and reduced power consumption.The demonstration was conducted collaboratively, with each company fulfilling the following roles:Hitachi / Hitachi Vantara: Virtual storage connection and evaluation of VSP One Block connectivity to the IOWN APN verification equipmentNTT Com: APN functionality andperformance evaluation using theIOWN APN verification setup.The increased frequency of major natural disasters in Japan and the corresponding need to strengthen resilience have accelerated the adoption ofdisaster recovery systems amongcorporations in mission-critical sectors such as finance and infrastructure. However, the rising costs of systemconstruction and maintenance, the need to ensure business continuity during a disaster, and the extensive recoverytimes remain major burdens for companies in these sectors.Simultaneously, the rise of generative AI is driving explosive growth in the demand for data processing, intensifying the environmental impact due to increased energy consumption. As a result, there are high expectations for the realization of distributed data centers across Japan that make use of green energy. This technical verification formspart of the efforts to enable real- time connectivity between geographically distant data centers, allowing businesses touse them as if they were a single, unified data center. By connecting data centers over long distances, it becomespossible to strategically locate them in regions with more space and renewable energy resources, thereby avoiding the concentration of data centers in urban areas.Achieving the IOWN vision of a rich, inclusive society that embraces diversity requires the adoption of innovative technologies, such as optical networks and generative AI. Realizing sustainable data centers to support these advancements is critical to this goal.Going forward, the combination of Hitachi Vantara and IOWN APN’s storage solutions aims to deliver next-generation IT infrastructure capable of real-time data synchronization over long distances. The system will cater to mission-critical industries, including financial institutions, telecommunications, energy, transportation companies, and cloud service operators. Additionally, Hitachi and NTT Com will continue to advance solutions that help achieve the efficient operation of distributed data centers and their joint efforts to create an environmentally friendly and resilient society.(1) A data storage solution provided by Hitachi Vantara, featuring advanced data compression and protection technologies to streamline themanagement of growing data volumes and ensure stable system operation. It also reduces environmental impact throughout its product lifecycle. Please refer here for information on Hitachi’s storage solutions.(2) A key technology of the IOWN initiative. This joint demonstration utilized NTT’s APN verification setup.(3) Innovative Optical Wireless Network, NTT’s next-generation communication infrastructure initiative targeted for practical application around2030. Utilizing groundbreaking optical and wireless technologies, it aims to surpass the limitations of existing infrastructure, optimize systems comprehensively based on diverse information, and foster an inclusive and prosperous society.(4) A technology that maintains constant synchronization between two storage systems, enhancing data availability.(5) Fluctuations in network latency. Small fluctuations are referred to as “low jitter.”(6) Write speed: 7.5msec, Read speed: 0.1msec or less confirmed(7) Based on research conducted by NTT Com and Hitachi, as of November 2024.About Hitachi, Ltd.Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) andproducts. Hitachi operates under the 3 business sectors of "Digital Systems & Services" – supporting our customers' digital transformation; "Green Energy & Mobility" – contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railway systems, and "Connective Industries" – connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in various industries. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with ourcustomers. The company's revenues as 3 sectors for fiscal year 2023 (ended March 31, 2024) totaled 8,564.3 billion yen, with 573 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 270,000 employees worldwide. For more information onHitachi, please visit the company's website at https://www.hitachi.com.About Hitachi VantaraHitachi Vantara is transforming the way data fuels innovation. A wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., Hitachi Vantara provides the data foundation the world's leading innovators rely on. Through data storage, infrastructuresystems, cloud management and digital expertise, the company helps customers build the foundation for sustainablebusiness growth. To learn more, visit www.hitachivantara.com.About NTT CommunicationsNTT Communications solves global technology challenges by helping enterprises utilize managed IT-infrastructure solutions to overcome complexity and risk in their IT environments. These solutions are backed by our worldwide infrastructure, including industry-leading, global tier-1 public and private networks reaching over 190 countries/regions, the world's most advanced data-center facilities (more than 500,000m2) and cutting-edge technologies for cloud, security and AI. As the core provider of the DOCOMO group's enterprise-business services and solutions, we create value by providing global-scale support for restructuring in industry and society, newworkstyles and digital transformation in communities, leveraging 5G, IoT and other technologies under the "docomo business" brand. Together with NTT Ltd., NTT Data and NTT DOCOMO, we are the NTT Group.www.ntt.com | Twitter@NTT Com | Facebook@NTT ComFor more informationHitachi, Ltd.Social Platform Sales Management Division info_spe11@ml.itg.hitachi.co.jp Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Breaking Barriers in Data Communication: ULVAC & SAL join forces JCN Newswire

Breaking Barriers in Data Communication: ULVAC & SAL join forces

Chigasaki, Japan, Dec 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ULVAC, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “ULVAC”) and Silicon Austria Labs GmbH (hereinafter referred to as “SAL”) join forces to collaborate on the development of plasma etching processes for high-volume manufacturing of thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN). The wide bandwidth, low loss, and high-power efficiency are key attributes that make the material the leading choice to address the growing demands for higher data communication volumes.Lithium niobate (LN) is renowned for its excellent electro-optic, piezoelectric, and nonlinear optical properties, making it an ideal material for photonics and telecommunication applications. SAL, a leading Austrian research center for Electronics and Software Based Systems, is implementing ULVAC’s plasma etching system Model “NLD-5700” to advance research & development of TFLN. The goal is to continuously advance the manufacturing processes, which are crucial to enhancing the materials’ integration and scalability on 200mm platform.“ULVAC is confident in the growth of the optical device field and sees it as an important field for future development. Cooperation with SAL is crucial, and we will fully support SAL's research and development by utilizing our many years of experience in the field of compounds. ULVAC will work together to achieve growth, aiming to produce results that are beneficial for both companies,” said Harunori Iwai, Head of Advanced Electronics Equipment Division and Senior Director at ULVAC.“ULVAC’s unique plasma technology, combined with our expertise in integrated photonics, will propel innovation in emerging fields,” said Dr. Mohssen Moridi, Senior Executive Director at SAL. “This partnership underscores our commitment to advancing technological breakthroughs and delivering solutions that benefit the entire microelectronics ecosystem.”ULVAC and SAL are eager to collaborate in this challenging field, tackling the rising demand for greater data communication volumes and the growing complexity and diversity of an interconnected world. About ULVACULVAC, Inc. has been a comprehensive vacuum equipment manufacturer, providing manufacturing equipment, components, analytical instruments, materials, and services based on its core technology—vacuum technology. Working with customers across a wide range of industries, including semiconductors, electronic components, displays, automotive, and pharmaceuticals, ULVAC is committed to driving cutting-edge innovation and creating new value. For more information, visit: https://www.ulvac.co.jp/en/For press enquiries, please contact Business Planning Department:https://www.ulvac.co.jp/en/contact/elec_inquiry/index.htmlAbout SALSilicon Austria Labs GmbH propels ideas into innovation in the fields of microsystems, sensor systems, intelligent wireless systems, power electronics and embedded systems with a consistent research excellence and economic impact. For more information, visit: https://silicon-austria-labs.com/For press enquiries, please contact Isabella Preuer: press@silicon-austria.com Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Dekrit baharu Taliban melarang wanita daripada latihan perubatan: ‘keputusan yang menyayat hati’ “`

(SeaPRwire) - Taliban dilaporkan telah melarang wanita di Afghanistan daripada menghadiri kelas kejururawatan dan bidan dalam satu lagi tamparan sejak pengambilalihan Taliban. Arahan terbaru ini menutup salah satu daripada jalan terakhir yang tinggal bagi wanita untuk mendapat pendidikan."Keputusan yang menyayat hati ini telah menghancurkan harapan ratusan wanita yang bercita-cita untuk melanjutkan pelajaran dan berkhidmat kepada masyarakat mereka," kata Manizha Bakhtari, duta dan wakil tetap Afghanistan di Austria, kepada Digital.Human Rights Watch menyatakan bahawa pemimpin tertinggi Taliban, Haibatullah Akhundzada, telah mengeluarkan dekri tersebut dan ia telah dikomunikasikan oleh Kementerian Kesihatan Awam Taliban semasa mesyuarat dengan institusi perubatan swasta.Dekri terbaru ini menyusuli larangan terdahulu daripada Taliban terhadap pendidikan menengah dan universiti untuk wanita, memadamkan sinar harapan terakhir untuk wanita muda Afghanistan.Duta Bakhtari, yang juga wakil Afghanistan kepada Pertubuhan Keselamatan dan Kerjasama di Eropah, berkata larangan itu bukan sahaja merupakan satu pelanggaran hak asasi manusia yang serius, malah merupakan satu kemunduran yang besar bagi pembangunan Afghanistan."Mencegah wanita daripada menyertai profesion penting akan membawa kepada kadar kematian ibu dan bayi yang lebih tinggi, menjejaskan sistem kesihatan dan kemajuan negara," kata duta itu.Wanita yang mengikuti kursus untuk belajar kejururawatan dan bidan telah diarahkan untuk tidak lagi menghadiri kelas. Kejururawatan dan bidan menyediakan wanita dengan salah satu peluang terakhir untuk mempunyai profesion yang dikecualikan daripada larangan yang dilaksanakan oleh Taliban terhadap pekerjaan wanita selepas berkuasa pada tahun 2021.Pelapor Khas PBB Richard Bennett berkata dalam satu catatan di X bahawa pengumuman yang "tidak dapat dijelaskan dan tidak dapat dibenarkan" itu akan memberi impak yang buruk kepada seluruh penduduk jika dilaksanakan dan mesti ditarik balik.Akses kepada penjagaan kesihatan dan kekurangan perkhidmatan yang mencukupi telah menyebabkan penduduk Afghanistan menderita dan juga penyakit rutin yang boleh dirawat dengan perkhidmatan perubatan asas. Mencegah wanita daripada belajar di institusi perubatan membahayakan seluruh penduduk Afghanistan, yang amat memerlukan pekerja penjagaan kesihatan.Kawasan luar bandar akan menjadi yang paling teruk terjejas oleh larangan terbaru Taliban, di mana norma budaya menghalang doktor lelaki daripada merawat pesakit wanita.Afghanistan mempunyai salah satu kadar kematian bayi dan ibu yang tertinggi di dunia dan merupakan salah satu tempat paling berbahaya di dunia untuk melahirkan anak. Menurut Bank Dunia, 620 wanita meninggal dunia bagi setiap 100,000 kelahiran hidup akibat sebab yang berkaitan dengan kehamilan. Pertubuhan Kesihatan Sedunia menganggarkan pada tahun 2020 bahawa 24 wanita meninggal dunia setiap hari semasa bersalin atau kehamilan.Larangan latihan perubatan untuk wanita mungkin akan memburukkan lagi krisis kemanusiaan Afghanistan yang semakin meningkat yang hanya bertambah buruk sejak Taliban berkuasa dan masyarakat antarabangsa mengurangkan sokongan kewangannya secara dramatik atas bantahan terhadap dasar-dasar Taliban yang menindas wanita.Lebih daripada 23 juta orang memerlukan bantuan kemanusiaan pada tahun 2023, menurut PBB. Badan dunia itu juga melaporkan bahawa 4 juta rakyat Afghanistan mengalami kekurangan zat makanan, termasuk 3.2 juta kanak-kanak bawah umur 5 tahun.Afghanistan kekal sebagai satu-satunya negara di dunia di mana wanita dan perempuan dilarang daripada pendidikan menengah dan tinggi serta banyak sektor ekonomi dan kerajaan, menurut Human Rights Watch.Taliban telah mengingkari semua janji mereka yang dibuat berikutan pengambilalihan mereka untuk menghormati hak-hak wanita. Pada September 2021, sejurus selepas menggulingkan Republik Afghanistan yang disokong Amerika Syarikat, Taliban melarang gadis muda daripada menghadiri sekolah menengah selepas darjah enam dan kemudian melarang wanita daripada menghadiri pendidikan tinggi pada Disember 2022.PBB dan pertubuhan bukan kerajaan antarabangsa telah menggesa Taliban untuk membatalkan arahan tersebut serta dasar-dasar menindas mereka yang lain terhadap wanita.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Kejatuhan Bashar Assad di Syria Satu Tamparan Strategik kepada Iran dan Rusia, Kata Pakar “`

(SeaPRwire) - Kejatuhan mengejut Bashar al-Assad telah menggegarkan seluruh rantau dan seterusnya, menandakan titik perubahan dramatik selepas hampir 14 tahun perang saudara. Pemerintahan Assad, yang lama disokong oleh Rusia dan Iran, telah berakhir, meninggalkan bekas penaungnya bertungkus-lumus untuk menangani kesan buruknya. Implikasinya bagi kedua-dua kuasa ini, serta landskap serantau dan global yang lebih luas, amat besar.Penglibatan Rusia di Syria bukan sahaja mengenai Assad, kata pakar. Memperoleh tapak di Timur Tengah merupakan asas strategi Moscow, dengan Pangkalan Udara Khmeimim dan kemudahan tentera laut Tartus berfungsi sebagai aset penting untuk mempamerkan kuasa. Walau bagaimanapun, dengan kehilangan Assad, aset Rusia di Syria berisiko.Rebekah Koffler, penganalisis risikan ketenteraan strategik dan pengarang "Putin’s Playbook," menekankan kepentingannya. "Syria telah menjadi medan utama dalam konflik proksi yang lebih luas antara Rusia dan Amerika Syarikat. Kehilangan Assad mewakili kekalahan strategik bagi Rusia, menyebabkan mereka kehilangan pangkalan kritikal di Timur Tengah dan selanjutnya meregangkan sumber ketenteraan mereka ketika mereka terus berjuang di Ukraine."TRUMP RESPONDS AFTER REBELS OVERTAKE SYRIA, OUSTING LONGTIME DICTATOR: ‘ASSAD IS GONE’Ksenia Svetlova, seorang senior non-resident fellow di Atlantic Council, menggambarkan kesan buruknya sebagai, "Rusia telah terdedah kepada apa yang sebenarnya – kuasa yang terlalu menjanjikan tetapi tidak menunaikan janji. Mereka datang ke Syria dengan cita-cita besar, tetapi selain membantu Assad terus hidup melalui dan Hezbollah, mereka mencapai sedikit kejayaan. Pembinaan semula pasca perang tidak pernah bermula, dan dengan Rusia kini memberi tumpuan kepada Ukraine, Syria menjadi keutamaan kedua. Kini, Rusia telah meninggalkan Assad, mendedahkan dirinya sebagai rakan kongsi yang tidak boleh dipercayai."Beliau berkata kegagalan ini menghantar mesej kepada sekutu Moscow. "Di Timur Tengah, Rusia kini kelihatan lemah berbanding Amerika Syarikat. Rakyat Syria terkejut bahawa Moscow meninggalkan 'Baby Assad,' seperti yang digelar oleh pihak lawan rejim, untuk tumbang, manakala Amerika Syarikat telah menunjukkan kekuatan dengan berdiri teguh bersama Israel pada masa keperluan."Kejatuhan Assad menyerlahkan peranan Syria sebagai medan perang dalam perang proksi Amerika Syarikat-Rusia, seperti yang dijelaskan oleh Koffler. "Sebelum kejatuhan Assad, Presiden Trump dilaporkan telah menghubungi Putin untuk mengurangkan ketegangan, tetapi sebaliknya, Putin menggandakan usaha dengan meningkatkan doktrin nuklearnya, menandakan penolakan untuk berundur. Kini, setelah Assad, salah seorang sekutu utama Putin, kehilangan Syria, keseimbangan kuasa berubah secara dramatik. Dengan kehilangan ini, Trump mungkin mempunyai pengaruh baru terhadap Putin, kerana kehilangan Syria menjejaskan pengaruh Rusia di rantau ini dan meregangkan sumbernya yang sudah terhad. Ini boleh membuka laluan bagi Trump untuk berunding untuk menamatkan perang di Ukraine daripada kedudukan yang lebih kukuh, memanfaatkan kemunduran Putin di Syria."Bagi Iran, kejatuhan Assad memberi tamparan hebat kepada strategi serantau jangka panjangnya. Syria merupakan penghubung penting dalam "Paksi Rintangan" Tehran, menghubungkan Iran dengan Hezbollah di Lubnan dan membolehkan penyeludupan senjata di seluruh rantau melalui koridor yang membentang dari Iran melalui Iraq dan Syria ke Lubnan."Ini adalah saat bersejarah yang belum pernah terjadi sebelum ini," kata Svetlova. "Yang telah dibina dengan teliti oleh Qassem Soleimani, telah hancur. Sekiranya Soleimani masih hidup, dia akan terkejut melihat kejatuhan hasil kerja seumur hidupnya." semasa perang dengan Israel selanjutnya memburukkan lagi kerentanan Assad, meninggalkan rejim tanpa sokongan kritikal di lapangan. Hezbollah telah menjadi kekuatan utama yang membantu tentera Assad semasa perang saudara, tetapi selepas mengalami kerugian besar kepada tentera Israel, ia tidak lagi dapat memberikan sokongan yang mencukupi. Sementara itu, Iran menahan diri daripada menghantar lebih banyak tentera untuk mengukuhkan Assad. Seorang wartawan Iran, yang bercakap secara anonim kepada Digital dari Iran, menjelaskan reaksi dalaman di Iran. "Majoriti rakyat Iran meraikan kejatuhan Assad. Selama bertahun-tahun, Khamenei dan Pengawal Revolusi telah menyalurkan sumber untuk memelihara Paksi Rintangan, menghabiskan kekayaan rakyat Iran. Kini, dengan kejatuhan Assad, terdapat harapan bahawa pengaruh menindas Iran di rantau ini akan melemah. Ini adalah saat kegembiraan bagi mereka yang selama ini menentang dasar-dasar rejim.""Rakyat Iran dan rejim berbeza pandangan," kata seorang pembangkang Iran lain yang bercakap secara anonim kepada Digital dari negara itu. "Walaupun rejim sebahagian besarnya telah memerhati kejatuhan Assad dari luar, mungkin disebabkan kelemahan dalamannya sendiri atau perjanjian strategik, rakyat Iran sedang meraikan. Terdapat gelombang harapan dan kegembiraan yang merebak di media sosial, didorong oleh idea bahawa revolusi di negara-negara yang bersekutu dengan Republik Islam – lepas atau sekarang – boleh mencetuskan kesan domino. Bagi ramai, kejatuhan Assad mewakili kelemahan paksi rintangan dan satu harapan untuk perubahan dalam Iran itu sendiri."Walaupun kejatuhan Assad mewujudkan peluang untuk satu susunan baharu di Timur Tengah, ia juga menimbulkan risiko yang besar. Serangan mengejut ke atas tentera Assad, yang diketuai oleh pertubuhan Salafi-jihadis Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) di bawah pimpinan Abu Mohammed al-Golani, menggariskan kerumitan situasi tersebut. HTS, puak pemberontak paling kuat di Syria, berkembang daripada Nusra Front yang dikaitkan dengan al-Qaeda tetapi mendakwa memutuskan hubungan dengan kumpulan itu pada tahun 2016. Ia masih lagi diisytiharkan sebagai organisasi pengganas oleh Amerika Syarikat dan negara-negara lain.“Siapa yang akan mengisi kekosongan itu?” Koffler memberi amaran. "Pemberontak bukan orang baik – mereka adalah pelampau yang sama yang pernah kita lihat sebelum ini. Walaupun mereka mungkin muncul di media Barat memakai baju-T hijau dan memberikan temu bual yang kemas, realitinya berbeza. Menyingkirkan seorang diktator sering membawa kepada hasil yang lebih buruk, seperti yang kita lihat di Iraq dan Libya."Avner Golov, bekas pengarah kanan Majlis Keselamatan Negara Israel dan naib presiden di Mind Israel, percaya terdapat potensi positif bagi Amerika Syarikat dan Israel.“Kejatuhan rejim Assad menggariskan kegagalan Rusia dan Iran sebagai kuasa di rantau ini. Sementara itu, Amerika Syarikat telah menunjukkan kekuatannya dengan berdiri bersama Israel dan memilih pihak yang menang. Ini adalah peluang penting bagi Washington untuk menggunakan kedudukannya dan membina gabungan negara-negara Arab sederhana – Arab Saudi, UAE, Jordan, dan Mesir – dengan Israel, untuk menentang kedua-dua kuasa Islam Sunni dan Syiah. Gabungan ini boleh menyediakan kuasa penstabilan di rantau ini dan menentang pengaruh kumpulan pelampau yang semakin meningkat."Golov berkata terdapat . "China sebahagian besarnya tidak hadir dalam konflik Timur Tengah, sebaliknya memberi tumpuan kepada matlamat ekonomi globalnya. Sebaliknya, Rusia telah membuktikan dirinya tidak boleh dipercayai di Syria, berundur manakala Amerika Syarikat menyokong sekutunya. Ini memberikan peluang unik bagi Amerika untuk mengukuhkan kedudukannya di Timur Tengah dalam kejatuhan paksi Iran."Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain. ```
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Kemunculan dan Kejatuhan Bashar dan Asma Assad

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Kemunculan dan Kejatuhan Bashar dan Asma Assad “`

(SeaPRwire) - melarikan diri ke Rusia pada hujung minggu, menamatkan perjuangan hampir 14 tahun untuk mengekalkan kuasa di negaranya di tengah-tengah perang saudara yang berubah menjadi medan perang bagi kuasa antarabangsa dan serantau.Tetapi rakyat Assad yang mengenali melalui berita perang di Syria bukanlah seperti yang dijangkakan ketika beliau berkuasa.Bapa Assad, Hafez Assad, telah memupuk abang Bashar yang sulung, Basil, sebagai penggantinya. Pada tahun 1994, Basil terbunuh dalam kemalangan kereta di Damsyik. Bashar kemudian dibawa pulang dari amalan oftalmologinya di London dan menjalani latihan ketenteraan, di mana beliau dinaikkan pangkat menjadi kolonel untuk memberikan kelayakan kepadanya untuk suatu hari nanti memerintah Syria.Hafez memerintah Syria selama hampir 30 tahun, di mana beliau menubuhkan ekonomi berpusat gaya Soviet. Beliau juga membentuk pakatan dengan kepimpinan ulama Syiah di Iran, mengukuhkan penguasaan Syria ke atas Lubnan dan menubuhkan rangkaian kumpulan militan Palestin dan Lubnan.Apabila Hafez meninggal dunia pada tahun 2000, parlimen negara itu menurunkan syarat umur untuk menjadi presiden daripada 40 kepada 34, dan melalui referendum di seluruh negara, Bashar menjadi presiden, sebagai satu-satunya calon.Pada mulanya Bashar kelihatan berbeza daripada bapanya. Apabila Bashar berkuasa, beliau bercakap dengan sedikit sengau, tinggi, kurus, pendiam dan mempunyai sikap yang lembut. Jawatan rasminya sebelum menjadi presiden hanyalah ketua Persatuan Komputer Syria, jadi orang ramai percaya bahawa beliau seorang penggemar teknologi yang pandai komputer dengan sikap yang lembut.Bashar juga membebaskan tahanan politik dan membenarkan wacana yang lebih terbuka.Beberapa bulan selepas memegang jawatan, Bashar mengahwini Asma al-Akhras, seorang wanita kelahiran British yang dikenali kerana kecantikan dan gaya fesyennya. Mereka akhirnya mempunyai tiga orang anak.Pasangan itu tinggal di sebuah pangsapuri di kawasan mewah Abu Rummaneh di Damsyik, berbanding dengan istana seperti pemimpin Arab lain.Asma, yang dilahirkan di Acton, Barat London, kepada keluarga Sunni, dikenali sebagai Putri Diana Syria.Beliau memperoleh ijazah dalam sains komputer dan kesusasteraan Perancis di Queen’s College London dan bekerja dalam bidang perbankan, sebagai penganalisis dana lindung nilai.Beliau mengahwini Bashar dalam majlis perkahwinan "rahsia" pada tahun 2000 ketika berusia 35 tahun, dan beliau baru berusia 25 tahun.Semasa Bashar terus memerintah, keadaan mula berubah.Pada tahun 2005, Bashar mengalami satu tamparan dengan kehilangan kawalan Syria selama beberapa dekad ke atas negara jiran Lubnan selepas pembunuhan bekas Perdana Menteri Rafik Hariri. Ramai di Lubnan menuduh Bashar berada di sebalik pembunuhan itu. Syria terpaksa menarik balik tenteranya dari Lubnan dan kerajaan pro-Amerika berkuasa.Pada masa yang sama, dunia Arab terbahagi kepada dua – satu pihak bersekutu dengan AS dan termasuk negara-negara yang diketuai Sunni seperti Mesir dan Arab Saudi, manakala pihak yang satu lagi terdiri daripada Syria dan Iran, bersama-sama dengan hubungan mereka dengan Hizbullah dan militan Palestin.Bashar melantik ahli keluarga kepada jawatan penting, sambil memberikan peranan amanah kepada Asma.Pada tahun 2011, pemerintah di Tunisia dan Mesir digulingkan oleh penunjuk perasaan, walaupun Bashar menolak bahawa ia juga boleh berlaku di Syria.Pasukan keselamatannya melancarkan tindakan keras yang brutal sementara Bashar menafikan bahawa beliau menghadapi pemberontakan rakyat. Sebaliknya, beliau menyalahkan "pengganas yang disokong asing" kerana cuba menjejaskan rejimnya.Pemberontakan itu bertukar menjadi dengan berjuta-juta rakyat Syria melarikan diri ke Jordan, Turki, Iraq, Lubnan dan Eropah.Pada Mac 2011, majalah Vogue menerbitkan profil mengenai Asma, memanggilnya "Rose in the Desert" dan "first lady yang paling segar dan paling menarik." Artikel itu, yang menggambarkan keluarga Assad sebagai "amat demokratik" dan menggambarkan mereka sebagai progresif dan bijak, adalah berdasarkan temu bual yang dijalankan pada akhir tahun 2010. Ia dikeluarkan dari internet beberapa minggu selepas penerbitannya, apabila tindakan keras berdarah Assad terhadap pembangkang Syria sedang rancak."Selepas temu bual kami, apabila peristiwa dahsyat tahun setengah yang lalu berlaku di Syria, menjadi jelas bahawa keutamaan dan nilainya sama sekali bertentangan dengan Vogue," kata ketua editor majalah itu, Anna Wintour, pada masa itu.Pada tahun 2012, Wikileaks menerbitkan e-mel peribadi daripada wanita British berusia 42 tahun itu yang menunjukkan beliau membelanjakan $350,000 untuk 130 keping perabot ketika perang saudara negara itu telah meletus selama setahun.E-mel yang diterbitkan itu juga dilaporkan menunjukkan bahawa beliau juga membeli sepasang kasut berharga $7,000 dengan tumit berkeratin kristal dan menghantar barangan itu ke Dubai untuk mengelakkan sekatan.Bangunan istana presiden pasangan itu yang ultra moden – yang ditugaskan pada tahun 1979 dan direka oleh arkitek Jepun Kenzo Tange – dipercayai berharga $1 bilion.Pada tahun 1989, melaporkan bahawa satu bilik sahaja dilengkapi dengan 125,000 jubin marmar Itali dengan kos $85 setiap jubin. Jumlah kos yang dibelanjakan untuk satu bilik sahaja ialah kira-kira $10.6 juta.Pada hari yang sama suaminya dipercayai telah menggunakan gas sarin ke atas orang awam di Khan Sheikhoun, Asma memuat naik foto dirinya memakai gaun polka dot yang bergaya, seolah-olah termenung dan tersenyum.Siaran media sosial Asma menggambarkan beliau sebagai seorang ahli kemanusiaan, dihiasi dengan foto first lady membaca kepada kanak-kanak dan memeluk keluarga seorang rakyat Syria yang terkorban dalam perang saudara negara itu – semuanya dengan tanda pagar yang penuh kasih sayang #WeLoveYouAsma.Foto-foto itu sangat berbeza dengan foto di saluran berita yang menunjukkan kanak-kanak Syria terbaring mati di jalanan selepas lemas akibat gas beracun yang dikatakan AS dan sekutunya dilepaskan oleh suami diktatornya.Pada bulan Mei, pegawai Syria mengumumkan bahawa Asma telah didiagnosis menghidap leukemia, memaksanya untuk menarik diri sementara daripada kehidupan awam.Pejabat Bashar mengeluarkan kenyataan pada masa itu, menyatakan bahawa Asma didiagnosis menghidap leukemia myeloid akut dan akan "mematuhi protokol rawatan khusus yang termasuk langkah pencegahan jangkitan yang ketat.Leukemia myeloid akut ialah kanser sumsum tulang dan darah yang agresif.Asma sebelum ini telah dirawat kerana kanser payudara. Timothy H.J. Nerozzi dan Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Laporan Baharu Dakwa UNRWA Berkerjasama dengan Pengganas, Mengajar Benci Ketika Agensi Menjawab Kritikan
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Laporan Baharu Dakwa UNRWA Berkerjasama dengan Pengganas, Mengajar Benci Ketika Agensi Menjawab Kritikan “`

(SeaPRwire) - Berikutan pelbagai tuduhan dan dakwaan terhadap Agensi Bantuan dan Kerja PBB bagi Pelarian Palestin di Timur Dekat (UNRWA) mengenai hubungannya dengan pengganas yang terlibat dalam pembunuhan beramai-ramai pengganas Hamas di Israel, agensi yang dilanda skandal itu kini menghadapi dakwaan salah laku baharu.U.N. Watch, sebuah NGO yang berpangkalan di Geneva, telah mengeluarkan sebahagian daripada dokumen yang Pengarah Eksekutif Hillel Neuer memberitahu Digital menunjukkan "kakitangan peringkat tinggi UNRWA yang bersubahat dengan pengganas, yang bertemu dengan mereka secara tetap."Sebelum membentangkan dokumentasinya kepada dunia, Neuer cuba untuk menanganinya secara langsung dengan Pesuruhjaya Agung UNRWA, Philippe Lazzarini. Dalam surat kepada Lazzarini, Neuer menjelaskan bahawa kakitangan Lazzarini sebelum ini telah mengadu bahawa U.N. Watch tidak mengemukakan laporan mereka kepada UNRWA untuk komen sebelum diterbitkan. Neuer kemudiannya menceritakan beberapa percubaan untuk bertemu secara peribadi dengan Lazzarini untuk membincangkan penemuan U.N. Watch dan menjelaskan bahawa apabila ia mengeluarkan dosinya, Lazzarini tidak akan dapat "mendakwa… bahawa kami tidak menunjukkan bukti kepada anda terlebih dahulu."Kumpulan Neuer kemudiannya mengeluarkan gambar-gambar kakitangan kanan UNRWA, termasuk Lazzarini dan bekas yang bertemu dengan pemimpin pengganas yang didakwa. "Anda tidak akan menemui gambar-gambar ini di media sosial [pegawai UNRWA]," katanya. "Kami menemuinya sendiri, tetapi mereka tidak menyiarkannya."Neuer menunjukkan kepada Digital dua keping gambar tanpa tarikh yang menunjukkan Lazzarini bertemu dengan kumpulan yang termasuk ahli-ahli organisasi pengganas, termasuk Gerakan Islam Jihadi, Liga Ansar Islam, dan Hamas.Dalam satu lagi gambar yang bermula pada lewat tahun 2014, beberapa pengarah serantau UNRWA bertemu dengan . Neuer berkata, dan laporan dari Al Watan Voice mengesahkan, bahawa kakitangan UNRWA ingin "mengucapkan tahniah kepada [Baraka] sempena ulang tahun Hamas."Dalam satu lagi kejadian, Neuer berkata beliau dapat menemui gambar dan transkrip daripada satu pertemuan pada Februari 2017 antara bekas ketua UNRWA, Pierre Krahenbuhl, Baraka, ahli-ahli Front Popular untuk Pembebasan Palestin (PFLP) dan Jihad Islam Palestin (PIJ), dan lain-lain. Menurut U.N. Watch, Krahenbuhl dilaporkan memberitahu perhimpunan itu bahawa "kita bersatu, dan tiada siapa yang dapat memisahkan kita."Pada September 2024, Jabatan Kehakiman A.S. mengumumkan "tuduhan keganasan, konspirasi pembunuhan, dan mengelak sekatan" terhadap Baraka dan lima pemimpin Hamas yang lain kerana peranan mereka dalam serangan pengganas Hamas pada 7 Oktober 2023, yang membunuh 40 rakyat Amerika dan lebih 1,000 orang lain.Krahenbuhl dan kakitangannya didakwa melakukan "tingkah laku tidak senonoh, nepotisme, pembalasan, diskriminasi dan penyalahgunaan kuasa yang lain." Krahenbuhl meletakkan jawatannya, tetapi pada April 2024 dilantik sebagai ketua Jawatankuasa Antarabangsa Palang Merah (ICRC). Suara-suara kongres yang terkemuka meminta Setiausaha Negara Antony Blinken dan Pentadbir Agensi Pembangunan Antarabangsa A.S. Samantha Power "meyakinkan ICRC untuk mempertimbangkan semula pelantikan ini" memandangkan "tempoh perkhidmatan yang buruk" Krahenbuhl sebagai pesuruhjaya umum UNRWA. Digital bertanya kepada ICRC tentang gambar-gambar Krahenbuhl bergambar dengan pemimpin pengganas, dan tentang kebimbangan kongres tentang kesesuaiannya untuk jawatan di Palang Merah. Seorang jurucakap memberitahu Digital bahawa ICRC "tidak hadir dalam mesyuarat itu, jadi ia tidak boleh bercakap tentang konteks penuh perbincangan itu."Mereka juga menyatakan bahawa Krahenbuhl "telah menunjukkan melalui kerjanya di ICRC dan pengalaman kemanusiaannya selama beberapa dekad bahawa beliau mempunyai satu objektif: untuk mendapatkan bantuan kepada orang awam di zon konflik. Bertemu dengan mana-mana kumpulan yang mengawal akses kepada orang awam, adalah bahagian penting daripada kerja ICRC dan organisasi kemanusiaan lain di zon konflik."Dosyen terkini U.N. Watch juga termasuk temu bual pelajar UNRWA yang diambil oleh kru filem Palestin tempatan selama tiga minggu pada musim panas 2024. seorang pelajar bekas berusia 14 tahun di sekolah campuran UNRWA di Ein Arik berkata bahawa sekolahnya mengajarnya "'untuk melawan balik dan menentang' supaya 'Palestin akan dibebaskan dan tanah kita akan kembali kepada kita dengan rahmat Allah.' "Kanak-kanak itu kemudiannya menjelaskan bahawa penyelesaian untuk Baitulmaqdis ialah untuk "membunuh orang Yahudi. Kita menyingkirkan orang Yahudi."Satu lagi NGO, IMPACT-se telah melaporkan secara meluas tentang bahan pendidikan yang digunakan di sekolah-sekolah UNRWA selama lebih dua dekad. Dalam laporan 13 November, IMPACT-se menamakan 12 pengetua, timbalan, pengarah atau timbalan pengarah pusat latihan UNRWA yang berpangkat tinggi yang menjadi ahli Hamas atau PIJ. Laporan itu menyatakan bahawa sembilan daripada 12 orang itu terlibat dalam serangan pengganas pada 7 Oktober, dengan "sebilangannya malah berkhidmat sebagai pegawai Nukhba," ahli unit pasukan khas Hamas. Dua daripada pengetua yang merupakan ahli UNRWA dan Hamas mengetuai sekolah "di bawah mana terowong Hamas dibina."Semakan IMPACT-se terkini melengkapkan penemuan pada Mac 2023 bahawa dua sekolah UNRWA yang diketuai oleh ahli Hamas telah "mempromosikan keganasan dan keganasan dalam bahan kajian yang dibuat sendiri." Kini, IMPACT-se telah menamakan tiga sekolah tambahan di mana pegawai Hamas berkhidmat sebagai kakitangan UNRWA. NGO itu mendapati bahawa sekolah-sekolah ini mempromosikan "fitnah terhadap dan tidak mengiktiraf Israel" dan "dengan sia-sia memasukkan kandungan yang mempromosikan kebencian dan keganasan terhadap Israel ke dalam latihan tatabahasa."IMPACT-se mendapati bahawa sekolah-sekolah UNRWA "dengan terangnya melanggar" piawaian UNESCO, yang termasuk "pembinaan keamanan, menghormati kumpulan bukan Palestin, dan mengelakkan hasutan kepada keganasan."Laporan kumpulan itu memetik risikan yang mendakwa bahawa "lebih 10% daripada 510 pekerja kanan di sistem pendidikan UNRWA di Semenanjung Gaza," adalah ahli PIJ atau Hamas. Ahli UNRWA tidak dibenarkan menjadi peserta dalam kumpulan pengganas yang ditetapkan oleh Majlis Keselamatan PBB. Tetapi seperti yang dijelaskan Neuer, "Senarai pengganas PBB adalah salah satu senarai paling nipis di dunia," kerana "Rusia dan China boleh menyekat sebarang penetapan yang mereka tidak suka." Neuer berkata ini bermakna "praktikal tiada kumpulan Palestin" dalam senarai itu. Digital telah menghubungi pegawai media UNRWA berkali-kali untuk mendapatkan responsnya terhadap kandungan dosyen IMPACT-se dan U.N. Watch, mengenai dakwaan bahawa sekolah-sekolah UNRWA tidak mematuhi piawaian UNESCO, dan mengenai keengganan Lazzarini untuk bertemu dengan Neuer.Bill Deere, pengarah pejabat perwakilan UNRWA di Washington, memberitahu Digital, "Pesuruhjaya Agung UNRWA Philippe Lazzarini telah memberi amaran terhadap penyebaran maklumat palsu terhadap UNRWA," yang menurutnya "dimaksudkan untuk mewujudkan kekacauan dan mengalihkan perhatian daripada matlamat politik untuk membongkar Agensi." Mengulangi kandungan satu kenyataan selepas dosyen Neuer dikeluarkan, Deere berkata, "UNRWA mengesyorkan sebelum memberi perhatian kepada tuduhan seperti ini, semak semula sumbernya dan persoalkan niatnya untuk mengelakkan daripada menjadi ruang gema untuk maklumat palsu dan secara de facto menyulut kebencian dan membahayakan nyawa orang lain."Mengenai temu bual U.N. Watch dengan pelajar UNRWA, katanya, "Apa yang mereka tidak beritahu anda ialah kanak-kanak ini dirakam tanpa pengetahuan atau kebenaran ibu bapa mereka," kata Deere. "Kanak-kanak itu diasingkan dan diajukan satu siri soalan utama yang direka untuk mendapat tindak balas. Ini bukan sahaja mengelirukan, tetapi ia juga berat sebelah dan terdesak."A.S. adalah antara banyak negara yang menangguhkan sokongan kepada UNRWA pada Januari selepas bukti awal muncul mengenai penyertaan ahli dalam serangan pengganas pada 7 Oktober. Kongres telah menghentikan pembiayaan kepada UNRWA sehingga Mac 2025. Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Friedman Institute Releases Report on ” Analysis on Libyan Oil and Gas Supply – Italy’s Strategic Role in Mediterranean Energy “ SeaPRwire

Friedman Institute Releases Report on ” Analysis on Libyan Oil and Gas Supply – Italy’s Strategic Role in Mediterranean Energy “

Rome, Italy – December 09, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – Recently, Friedman Institute has released its analysis report “Libyan Oil and Gas Supply – Italy’s Strategic Role in Mediterranean Energy “. Italy is positioning itself as a central energy hub in the Mediterranean, a strategy underpinned by its continued reliance on Libyan oil and gas. According to a recent analytical note published by the Istituto Friedman, Italy stands to benefit from the vast untapped energy resources in Libya, despite the country’s ongoing instability. The analysis, titled “La turbolenta Libia: Una grande opportunità per l’Italia”, highlights the growing importance of Libyan energy supplies to Italy and the geopolitical challenges and opportunities these pose. The National Oil Corporation (NOC) of Libya has made a significant announcement: approximately 70% of Libya’s territory remains unexplored for oil and gas resources, suggesting significant growth potential for the sector. Libyan NOC Chairman Farhat Bengdara emphasized the corporation’s commitment to developing these resources through international partnerships. Libya already holds the largest proven oil reserves in Africa, with over 48 billion barrels of oil and significant natural gas reserves. Despite these rich resources, Libya remains a high-risk investment destination due to its unstable political and security situation. The country, which fell into chaos after the 2011 NATO-backed revolution that overthrew leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been divided between two rival governments: one in the east and one in Tripoli in the west. In this context, Italy remains one of the primary international stakeholders in Libyan energy, importing substantial quantities of oil and gas despite the volatility of production levels. Italy’s Energy Deal with Libya: A Double-Edged Sword The 2023 energy deal between Italy and Libya, worth $8 billion, has stirred considerable debate. Critics, including Libyan political figures and international energy experts, have raised concerns about the agreement’s legality and its long-term implications. Experts also pointed out that instability, rising domestic demand, and a lack of investment have seriously hampered Libya’s ability to meet foreign gas export needs. The risks associated with the Libyan energy market have been highlighted in the wake of a five-week-old block resulting from a dispute over control of the Central Bank of Libya. This disruption has had a far-reaching impact, particularly on European energy markets. A prolonged reduction in Libyan oil exports could force European stakeholders to reassess their strategic and contractual commitments. Another recent development has been the mobilization of militias in response to one Italian energy company’s exploration activities in the Hamada oil and gas field. This incident underlines the risks posed by the ongoing instability in Libya, particularly for foreign investors. A Middle East expert, commented that the incident “highlights the growing risks for their investments in Libya.” Despite these challenges, Italy is determined to maintain and expand its role as a key energy player in the Mediterranean region. The country already imports gas through three major pipelines from Azerbaijan, Libya, and Algeria, with additional plans for floating storage and regasification units to import more gas from Egypt and Israel. As Europe seeks to diversify its energy sources, especially in the wake of the energy crisis exacerbated by the war in Ukraine, Italy’s strategic location as a Mediterranean energy hub becomes more significant. If countries like Germany decide to increase their imports from Mediterranean producers, Italy could play a crucial role in facilitating these exports, leveraging its infrastructure for storing and transiting natural gas via depleted reservoirs in the Po Valley. However, Italy’s ambitions could face challenges from regional powers competing for influence in Libya’s energy sector. Countries like Turkey, France, and the United Arab Emirates have already made significant investments in Libya’s energy resources and could resist Italy’s increasing dominance in the region. As some European media outlets report , Italy is well aware of the potential risks, that’s why it took action in securing its oil operations. The Friedman Institute’s analysis underscores the critical geopolitical role that Libya’s energy resources play in Italy’s energy future. Despite the instability and security risks that continue to plague Libya, the potential rewards for Italy are substantial. The country’s efforts to secure a central position in the Mediterranean energy landscape, coupled with Libya’s untapped resources, could help Italy diversify its energy supply and enhance its geopolitical influence. For further details, please refer to the full analytical note from Istituto Friedman here. Social Links X: https://x.com/FriedmanInst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/istitutofriedman/?locale=it_IT LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/miltonfriedmaninstitute/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@miltonfriedmaninstitute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friedmaninstitute/?hl=it Contact Information Brand: Istituto Friedman Contact: Media team Address: Via degli uffici del Vicario 43, Roma, 00186 Email: info@friedman.it Website: https://www.friedmaninstitute.it/ The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. 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HAIN Premieres December 13, Showcasing the Power of Turkish Cinema JCN Newswire

HAIN Premieres December 13, Showcasing the Power of Turkish Cinema

ISTANBUL - EuropeNewswire.net - December 9, 2024 - 'Hain', a new film on release December 13, looks to pull its audiences into an international espionage story. But 'Hain' isn't just a film, it's an event poised to create a wave of excitement, a work positioned to reinforce Turkiye's national and international stance, bringing a subtext of military and strategic tradition to the screen.Watch the HAIN trailor: https://fix360entertainment.comTurkish cinema is hosting a production that commands critical attention with its strong script, unique cast and use of new-generation cinema technologies.Produced by Fix360 Entertainment and written and directed by Berke Uzrek, the cast consists of young and masterful actors such as Haldun Dormen, Mustafa Alabora, Erkan Petekkaya, Yurdaer Okur, Meltem Beydilli, Ali Dusenkalkar, Itr Esen, Zeynep Sarlgil, Engin Benli, Umit Crak and Elif Bilgetekin.A Production That Will Make Turkiye ProudEmphasizing Turkiye's power and competence in the field of intelligence, 'Hain' carries the deep-rooted military past and heroic tradition of the Turks to the present day in its subtext. 'Hain' (Traitor), which locks the audience on the edge of their seats with its complicated plot and suspenseful scenes, deals with a top Turkish agent's plan to overcome by unraveling the relationships within the organization, and the realization of a long-awaited showdown, with new knots and turns in every scene.The Modern Face of Turkish IntelligenceA gripping story, which deals with the power of Turkish intelligence, follows the struggles of the agent, resisting all difficulties in her way. The production, full of action and suspense, offers the audience a breathtaking cinematic adventure. Turkish intelligence, at the forefront of the world stage in recent years, is also represented with all its power in 'Hain'. The agent, who shines in the leading role, demands our attention with her highly educated, intelligent, and determined stance.About Fix360 EntertainmentFix360 Entertainment is a film and tv production studio that transforms imagination into reality. A CapitalTurk Holding company, Fix360 Entertainment aims to offer unforgettable experiences to audiences by bringing together innovation, visual aesthetics and emotional depth in storytelling, while appealing to local and international audiences with its content. Fix360 Entertainment brings the latest stories and techniques to the screen with an understanding of setting new standards for the industry.For more information, visit: https://fix360entertainment.comFor enquiries, email: info@fix360.com Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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B2Broker Launches B2CORE, a Smoother, More Powerful CRM Platform SeaPRwire

B2Broker Launches B2CORE, a Smoother, More Powerful CRM Platform

New York, NY – December 09, 2024 – (SeaPRwire) – B2Broker is proud to announce its B2CORE, a Smoother, More Powerful CRM Platform. B2CORE, the industry-leading Forex & Crypto CRM, is a powerful platform that centralises brokerage operations and streamlines customer, admin, and IB partner management. Recognised as the #1 CRM at FMLS 2024, B2CORE is committed to delivering innovative tools that drive success. The latest updates across web, IB, iOS, and Android platforms offer a more intuitive and efficient user experience. B2CORE 16th: Enhanced Security, Expanded Reach, and Improved Efficiency B2CORE 16th brings significant upgrades. The integration of the cTrader Bonus System simplifies the management of custom bonus programmes. A new Arabic user interface has been added, expanding its reach across the MENA region. For enhanced security, Time-Based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) have been implemented. There are increased administrative controls as well, allowing for more precise customisation of exchange request settings. New analytical tools like RudderStack and Amplitude provide deeper insights into user activities. Furthermore, refinements to the Manager Logic and Favourite Trading Account Widgets have been made to improve operational efficiency and user experience. B2CORE Mobile: Brokerage at Users’ Fingertips B2CORE’s iOS and Android apps bring the full power of desktop functionality to users’ mobile devices. The latest iOS 1.25.0 update introduces a redesigned deposit interface, while the new Android app caters to brokers in Android-dominant regions. B2CORE IB 5: Streamlined Operations, Increased Revenue B2CORE IB Release 5 introduces significant upgrades to enhance the experience for both businesses and their partners. Key Features: MT5 Spreads: A new feature for calculating MT5 spreads ensures more accurate rebates, enabling brokers to serve clients better and expand their services. Tiers Trading Volume in USD: Expanded tier options, including trading volumes in USD, active traders, and lot volumes, offer greater customisation flexibility. Improved Server Performance: Upgraded server capabilities with WebAPI 2.x and the switch from MongoDB to Postgres boost performance and reliability. “Introducing Brokers (IBs) are vital in the trading business, helping brokers generate retail traffic that can be costly and complex on their own. IBs are becoming more popular because they expand markets and improve services without intensive marketing. That’s why we developed B2CORE IB. It optimises this relationship, offering a platform that increases revenue opportunities for both brokers and their partners.” by Ivan Navodniy, CPO at B2BROKER. Why B2CORE is the Right Choice Building a custom CRM system is a complex and costly endeavour. It requires significant resources, including a team of at least 25 staff members and a development timeline of up to two years. The estimated cost can exceed $5 million. B2CORE offers a robust, all-in-one solution at a fraction of the cost. With B2CORE, businesses can be fully set up in just three days. By choosing B2CORE, businesses can gain control of their finances, trading operations, and deposits. The industry-leading CRM solution streamlines processes and provides a competitive edge. Contact the team today to learn more or schedule a personalised demo. Media contact Brand: B2Broker Contact: Media team E-mail: sales@b2broker.com Website: https://b2broker.com SOURCE: B2Broker The article is provided by a third-party content provider. SeaPRwire ( https://www.seaprwire.com/ ) makes no warranties or representations in connection therewith. Sectors: Top Story, Corporate News SeaPRwire provides real time press release distribution for companies and organizations to 6,500+ media outlets & 3.5 million professional desktops in 90 regions. It distributes press releases in different languages, including: IndonesiaFolk, IndoNewswire, SEATribune, IDNewsZone, LiveBerita, DailyBerita, TaiwanPR, SinchewBusiness, AsiaEase, BuzzHongKong, SingapuraNow, TIHongKong, TaipeiCool, TWZip, AsiaFeatured, dePresseNow, THNewson, KULPR, VNFeatured, MENAEntry, HunaTimes, DubaiLite, ArabicDir, BeritaDaring, TekanAsia, JamKopi ...
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China Medical System: First Prescriptions for Innovative Drug Lumeblue(R) Issued in China ACN Newswire

China Medical System: First Prescriptions for Innovative Drug Lumeblue(R) Issued in China

SHENZHEN, CHINA, Dec 9, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On 6 December, China Medical System Holdings Limited (“CMS” or the “Group”) is pleased to announce that the first prescriptions for the innovative drug Lumeblue® (Methylthioninium Chloride Enteric-coated Sustained-release Tablets) (the “Product”) have been issued in China, which marks that the first oral methylthioninium chloride enteric-coated sustained-release tablets in China has officially entered clinical application. The Product is indicated for enhancing visualization of colorectal lesions in adult patients undergoing screening or surveillance colonoscopies.Lumeblue® is an oral diagnostic drug that uses patented multi-matrix (MMXTM) technology to deliver active substances directly to the colon and release them locally in a controlled manner. As an enhancer dye, the Product increases the contrast between colorectal lesions and healthy mucosa. The results of the Phase III clinical trial in China show that the Product can significantly improve the detection rate of non-polypoid colorectal lesions (the primary endpoint of the study), leading to an improved detection rate of dangerous lesions such as non-polypoid adenomas (the secondary endpoint)[1]. In addition, the Product can be taken during the bowel preparation step, ensuring that colorectal staining is completed by the time colonoscopy is conducted. This not only enhances the detection rate of colorectal lesions but also potentially simplifies the colonoscopy procedure, making the examination more efficient and improving the screening benefits.According to the diagnosis and treatment data of the Digestive Endoscopy Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, approximately a total of 28 million gastroenteroscopies were completed nationwide in 2012, including 5.83 million colonoscopies. In 2019, approximately 38.73 million gastroenteroscopies were completed nationwide, an increase of 34.62% compared with 2012[2]. The Expert consensus on the early diagnosis and treatment of colorectal cancer in China (2023 edition) recommends colorectal cancer screening for individuals aged 40 to 74[3]. Based on the China Statistical Yearbook (2023), the total population of this age group in China is 643.36 million[4]. With the popularization of early colorectal cancer screening in China, the number of colonoscopies performed is expected to have significant growth potential in the future. Early diagnosis and removal of lesions are crucial for prevention. Lumeblue® provides an innovative solution for colorectal disease screening and management in response to this growing demand.The Product has been approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to be commercialized in the European Union under the trade name Lumeblue® in August 2020. The Group obtained an exclusive license for the Product from Cosmo Technologies Ltd., a fully-owned subsidiary of Cosmo Pharmaceuticals NV, on 3 December 2020. Following its approval in China in June 2024, CMS worked collaboratively across its business segments to ensure the rapid importation of the first batch of products. The Group has also actively leveraged its existing gastroenterology portfolio and resources to orderly advance the commercialization and academic promotion of Lumeblue®, facilitating its successful prescriptions launch in China.With this milestone, CMS’s five innovative drugs have been successfully approved in China and fully entered clinical application. This achievement demonstrates the Group’s ongoing capability of innovation transformation, while reflecting CMS's commitment to focusing on medical value and fulfilling its corporate social responsibility. Looking ahead, CMS will continue to be patients-centered, efficiently advancing the clinical development and commercialization of innovative products. The Group is dedicated to improving the accessibility and affordability of innovative drugs, benefiting a broader patient population.About CMSCMS is a platform company linking pharmaceutical innovation and commercialization with strong product lifecycle management capability, dedicated to providing competitive products and services to meet unmet medical needs.CMS focuses on the global first-in-class (FIC) and best-in-class (BIC) innovative products, and efficiently promotes the clinical research, development and commercialization of innovative products, enabling the continuous transformation of scientific research into clinical practices to benefit patients.CMS deeply engages in several specialty therapeutic fields, and has developed proven commercialization capabilities, extensive networks and expert resources, resulting in leading academic and market positions for its major marketed products. CMS continues to promote the in-depth development of its advantageous specialty fields and expand business boundaries. While strengthening the competitiveness of the cardio-cerebrovascular/gastroenterology business, CMS independently operates its dermatology and medical aesthetics business, and ophthalmology business, aiming to gain leading positions in specialty therapeutic fields, whilst enhancing the scale and efficiency. At the same time, CMS has expanded its business territory to the Southeast Asian market, striving to become a "bridgehead" for global pharmaceutical companies to enter the Southeast Asian market, further escorting the sustainable and healthy development of the Group.References:1. The results of the Product’s Phase III clinical trial in China were published and are available at: https://web.cms.net.cn/en/2022/12/positive-results-for-china-phase-iii-clinical-trial-of-methylthioninium-chloride-enteric-coated-sustained-release-tablets/2. Data from the Digestive Endoscopy Branch of the Chinese Medical Association3. Early Diagnosis and Treatment Group of the Chinese Society of Oncology. “Expert Consensus on Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Colorectal Cancer in China (2023 Edition).” Chinese Medical Journal, 2023, 103(48): 3896-3908. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112137-20230804-001644. National Bureau of Statistics. (2023). China Statistical Yearbook 2023. Retrieved from https://www.stats.gov.cn/sj/ndsj/2023/indexch.htmCMS Disclaimer and Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release is not intended to promote any products to you and is not for advertising purposes. This press release does not recommend any drugs, medical devices and/or indications. If you want to know more about the diagnosis and treatment of specific diseases, please follow the opinions or guidance of your doctor or other medical and health professionals. Any treatment-related decisions made by healthcare professionals should be based on the patient’s specific circumstances and in accordance with the drug package insert.This press release which has been prepared by CMS does not constitute any offer or invitation to purchase or subscribe for any securities, and shall not form the basis for or be relied on in connection with any contract or binding commitment whatsoever. This press release has been prepared by CMS based on information and data which it considers reliable, but CMS makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, whatsoever, and no reliance shall be placed on, the truth, accuracy, completeness, fairness and reasonableness of the contents of this press release. Certain matters discussed in this press release may contain statements regarding the Group’s market opportunity and business prospects that are individually and collectively forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Any forward-looking statements and projections made by third parties included in this press release are not adopted by the Group and the Company is not responsible for such third-party statements and projections.Media ContactBrand: China Medical System Holdings Ltd.Contact: CMS Investor RelationsWebsite: https://web.cms.net.cn/en/home/Source: China Medical System Holdings Ltd. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Business of IP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day Unlock IP and Innovation Potential ACN Newswire

Business of IP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day Unlock IP and Innovation Potential

- BIP Asia Forum welcomed over 3,000 participants- E-Day attracted around 11,800 visits, facilitated over 230 business matching meetings and created business opportunities for participants- IP financing as a growth engine should not be overlooked according to an IP valuation expert at BIP Asia Forum. IP valuers are subjected to professional scrutiny and need to do an inordinate amount of background research in order to put the information into a sensible IP context- Connecting start-ups from across the globe, E-Day reflects Hong Kong's growing role as a global innovation hub. Over the years, Hong Kong has introduced significant policies to support innovation and technology, especially with more proactive measures to drive university research translation and industry-academia collaborationHONG KONG, Dec 8, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The two-day Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR Government) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and held concurrently with Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), hosted by the HKTDC, concluded successfully on Friday 6 December. The two events brought together more than 160 intellectual property (IP) experts and business leaders from around the world to explore the potential of IP, promote business innovation and growth, and drive high-quality economic development. Taking place on 5 and 6 December, BIP Asia Forum and E-Day reinforced Hong Kong’s position as a leading regional IP trading centre and an international innovation and technology hub.The two events featured a mix of forums, exhibitions, competitions, workshops, and business matching meetings. More than 400 exhibitors from various sectors, including IP and innovation and technology, participated in the two events to capture business opportunities and gain insights into the latest IP and innovation trends.This year, BIP Asia Forum welcomed over 3,000 participants, while E-Day attracted around 11,800 visits and facilitated over 230 business matching meetings, creating business opportunities and fostering expansion for participants.This year’s BIP Asia Forum, themed “Reimagining IP for Impact and Growth”, featured a Policy Dialogue on the opening day, where international IP experts and representatives from multinational organisations shared insights on the flourishing and newest developments in the IP world.Cultural and creative IP unleashes huge potentialThe HKSAR’s 2024 Policy Address emphasised strengthening Hong Kong’s position as an IP trading centre, promoting cross-sectoral exchange, and encouraging more local and international cultural and creative products to be registered on the Asia IP Exchange Portal. The HKSAR Government also recently published the Blueprint for Arts and Culture and Creative Industries Development, highlighting the significant potential of cultural and creative IP.The HKTDC continues to be active in promoting cultural and creative IP resources from Hong Kong and overseas to facilitate industry exchange and collaboration. In addition to the annual BIP Asia Forum, the HKTDC leverages physical trading platforms such as the Hong Kong International Licensing Show and the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market to actively promote the development and trading of cultural and creative products, inviting various IP experts to share practical case studies and opportunities.Cultural and creative industries encompass various sectors, including film and television entertainment and music and arts. Jake Hwang, Chief Manager, Story IP Business at Kakao Entertainment Corp, renowned for his experience with popular web novels and comics IP projects such as What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, Business Proposal, and Run On, shared insights on IP related to popular Korean dramas, webcomics, and web novels at the forum. He said: “In terms of creating original IPs and where we invest our money, we don’t see things in short-term income. We are trying to see things on a more long-term basis, because we don’t know which IPs will be successful. But we keep trying to produce new IPs every day. We also try to meet with global partners as much as possible. It could be physical productions, over-the-top platforms, or independent producers, just to open potential and discuss freely.”In today’s competitive business landscape, leveraging IP has become essential for driving innovation, building brand value, and creating new revenue streams. Many international brand leaders agree that IP plays a crucial role in developing strategies for sustainable growth and expanding into new areas. Dr Na Wei, Senior Director of IP Licensing at Xiaomi, believes in the importance of collaboration between different IP owners. “One smartphone may contain more than 200,000 patents. It’s not something that one company can do on its own, so that’s why collaboration is very necessary. We need to work with many other patent owners on acquiring or securing their licenses, and we also license our own patents to them. It’s in that way that these kind of high-density patent products can be made possible.Among the various areas of IP, one area with growth potential is IP financing, where businesses can use their intangible assets as collateral to secure funding without diluting equity. This means that an IP portfolio facilitates access to capital but also enhances a company’s valuation significantly. Martin Brassell, Co-founder and CEO at Inngot Limited said: “As valuers, we have to exercise our professional judgement, subject the inputs that we’re given to professional scrutiny, and do an inordinate amount of background research in order to put the information we’re being given into a sensible, commercial, and, if necessary, IP landscape context. That’s really where the hard yards are.”This year’s Innovation & IP Market, themed “Smart City Innovation”, showcased over 20 innovative projects in areas such as smart city technology, digital business, smart living, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, and transportation. Xu Song, Deputy Director, Science & Technology Innovation Division of the Authority of Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone of Shenzhen said: “The Business of IP Asia Forum provided an excellent platform for exploring business opportunities and networking. The Authority of Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone of Shenzhen gathered enterprises and institutions in the field of intellectual property and joined the forum. They received enquiries from over 40 renowned IP organisation and technology companies from various countries and regions regarding policies and measures for establishing operations in Qianhai. This helps enterprises in both ‘going global’ and ‘attracting foreign investment’."E-Day promotes exchange and uncovers new opportunitiesThe HKTDC E-Day also concluded on Friday. Themed “Where Start-up Dreams Take Flight”, this year’s E-Day showcased over 340 start-ups, invention projects, and support services from 13 countries and regions, and invited more than 60 industry leaders to participate in business matching meetings and networking events.Hong Kong start-up Lacess Limited participated in E-Day for the first-time, showcasing sustainable footwear made from upcycled farm waste, factory waste, recycled plastic, and other innovative materials. Natalie Chow, CEO & Co-founder of Lacess Limited said: “As a start-up, we know the power of making connections to drive growth. Entrepreneur Day was an incredible opportunity to meet like-minded innovators, exchange ideas, and explore collaborations that could help us expand into new markets. It’s been inspiring to see how global businesses can come together to create meaningful change.The Thailand pavilion, organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion under the Ministry of Commerce of Thailand, participated in E-Day for the first time, showcasing 10 key start-ups from Thailand. Pannakarn Jiamsuchon, Thai Trade Commissioner & Consul (Commercial) said: “HKTDC’s E-Day provided a perfect platform for Thailand to shine. Our participation at E-day not only promoted the Thai start-up sector but also drew global investors into the market, creating a win-win situation for the international business community.”The Australian pavilion, led by Investment New South Wales (NSW), took part in E-Day for the second consecutive year, and showcased nine start-ups specialising in health tech, green tech, smart city solutions and other related technologies. A representative from the Australian pavilion said they wanted to take advantage of E-Day to introduce New South Wales’ start-ups to overseas markets.Start-up Express International leads top start-ups to explore Greater Bay Area opportunitiesNow in its third edition, Start-up Express International continues to support global start-ups in establishing a presence in Hong Kong and expanding into regional markets. The programme is supported by global partners worldwide, and 10 winning global start-ups were selected last month. The winning start-ups attended the “Start-up Express International – Meet the Global Winners” session during E-Day to share their entrepreneurial experiences and network with each other.Jimmy Ng, Investment Director at Gobi Partners, said: “It’s amazing to see Start-up Express International connecting top start-ups from across the globe further reflecting Hong Kong's growing role as a global innovation hub. Over the years, Hong Kong has introduced significant policies to support innovation and technology, especially with more proactive measures to drive university research translation and industry-academia collaboration. These efforts, combined with initiatives to boost start-up funding and private investment, are creating a strong ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into impactful businesses.”[Replay of BIP Asia Forum event, including highlights of the exhibition and forums, will be available from 7 December 2024 to 6 January 2025. Replay of E-Day event will be uploaded after 7 January 2025.]BIP Asia Forum website: https://bipasia.hktdc.com/en/E-Day website: https://eday.hktdc.com/enStart-up Express International website: https://portal.hktdc.com/startupexpress/en/s/start-up-express-internationalPhoto Download: https://bit.ly/3ZDjnnzIP valuation and financing experts gathered experts to discuss current trends, share best practices and shed light on the potential of bringing IP financing to the mainstream.The Innovation & IP Market, themed “Smart City Innovation”, showcased over 20 innovative projects in areas such as smart city technologies, digital business, smart living, artificial intelligence and robotics, and transportationThe HKTDC E-Day, themed ‘Where Start-up Dreams Take Flight’, attracted around 11,800 visitsStart-ups funded under the Funding Scheme for Youth Entrepreneurship in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), supported by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, also participated, sharing their experiences and success stories of starting businesses in the GBAThe Thailand pavilion, organised by the Department of International Trade Promotion under Ministry of Commerce of Thailand, participated in E-Day for the first time, showcasing 10 key start-ups from ThailandMedia enquiriesFor enquiries, please contact:Burson:Wing Chan Tel: (852) 9518 4326 Email: wing.chan@hillandknowlton.comRachel Zhu Tel: (852) 6816 5846 Email: rachel.zhu@hillandknowlton.comHKTDC’s Communication & Public Affairs Department:Katy Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgJane Cheung Tel: (852) 2584 4137 Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong ’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly SMEs, in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.
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Penyerang Bersenjata Serbu Kedutaan Iran di Damsyik Ketika Rusia Mengaku Assad Tinggalkan ‘Arahan’ untuk ‘Memindahkan Kuasa’ “`

(SeaPRwire) - Sekumpulan lelaki bersenjata yang tidak dikenali menyerbu kedutaan Iran di Damsyik pada hari Ahad setelah pemberontak Islam mengambil alih bandar itu dan menggulingkan rejim Bashar Assad, yang menurut Kementerian Luar Negeri Rusia telah meninggalkan negara itu dan meninggalkan "arahan" untuk peralihan kuasa.Televisyen negeri Iran melaporkan mengenai insiden di kedutaan itu, menyatakan mereka tidak percaya lelaki bersenjata itu adalah gabungan kumpulan yang mengambil alih bandar itu. Iran telah menarik balik kebanyakan pegawai dan keluarga mereka pada hari Sabtu, hanya meninggalkan segelintir diplomat."Dikatakan bahawa kedutaan Iran diserbu bersama-sama dengan kedai-kedai berhampiran oleh kumpulan bersenjata yang berbeza daripada kumpulan yang kini mengawal [sebahagian besar] Syria," kata TV negeri Iran, merujuk kepada Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) yang menerajui kemajuan pemberontak baru-baru ini.Media Arab dan Iran telah berkongsi rakaman dari dalam bangunan kedutaan, di mana penyerang menggeledah perabot dan dokumen di dalam bangunan dan memecahkan beberapa tingkap.Assad dan isterinya yang lahir di Britain, Asma al-Assad, melarikan diri dari Damsyik bersama tiga anak mereka pada hujung minggu ini, menurut laporan televisyen Syria. Tidak diketahui ke mana mereka menuju.Satu kenyataan video daripada sekumpulan lelaki di TV negeri Syria menyatakan bahawa Assad telah digulingkan dan semua tahanan telah dibebaskan.Perdana Menteri Syria Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali berkata awal Ahad bahawa beliau tidak mengetahui di mana keberadaan Assad. Beliau memberitahu rangkaian televisyen Saudi Al-Arabiyya bahawa mereka kehilangan komunikasi pada Sabtu malam.Kementerian Luar Negeri Rusia berkata dalam catatan Telegram pada Ahad bahawa Assad meninggalkan Syria berikutan rundingan dengan kumpulan pemberontak, dan bahawa pemimpin Syria yang lama itu telah meninggalkan "arahan" untuk "memindahkan kuasa secara aman." Kementerian Rusia berkata Kremlin tidak terlibat secara langsung dalam perbincangan tersebut.Ramai rakyat Syria berkumpul di dataran tengah Damsyik untuk meraikan berita pemergian Assad. Ada yang melaungkan slogan anti-Assad dan membunyikan hon. Di kawasan lain, tembakan meraikan kedengaran.Syria telah terlibat dalam perang saudara yang berdarah selama hampir 14 tahun ketika pemberontak Islam cuba menggulingkan dinasti Assad. Kejadian kejatuhan lebih daripada atas Republik Arab Syria adalah satu titik perubahan yang besar dalam politik Timur Tengah.Abu Mohammed al-Golani, pemimpin Islam HTS, yang mempunyai ganjaran AS$10 juta di kepalanya daripada AS, cuba untuk membentangkan versi Islamisme radikal yang lebih lembut yang telah mentakrifkan tahun-tahun perjuangannya di Syria dan di Iraq menentang tentera Amerika. Al-Golani telah ditahan oleh tentera AS pada dekad pertama abad ini.Pakar Syria telah memberitahu Digital bahawa HTS cuba untuk mengenakan rejim Islam totaliter ke atas penduduk. Phillip Smyth, seorang pakar kumpulan proksi rejim Iran dan Syria, yang bersama Atlantic Council, memberitahu Digital, "HTS ialah kumpulan yang merupakan hasil daripada Al-Qaeda dan mempunyai hubungan dengan Turki. Matlamat akhir mereka ialah dengan beberapa tweak."Al-Golani melarang pejuang beliau daripada melepaskan tembakan ke udara di Damsyik."Institusi awam akan kekal di bawah pengawasan perdana menteri sehingga mereka diserahkan secara rasmi," katanya dalam satu kenyataan yang disiarkan di media sosial kumpulannya.Benjamin Weinthal, Bradford Betz, Associated Press dan Reuters menyumbang kepada laporan iniArtikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Presiden Korea Selatan Yoon Selamat Dari Percubaan Pendakwaan Selepas Partinya Memboikot Undian

(SeaPRwire) - Presiden Korea Selatan, Yoon Suk Yeol, terselamat daripada percubaan pendakwaan oleh parlimen yang diketuai pembangkang pada hari Sabtu yang disebabkan oleh percubaan beliau yang singkat untuk melaksanakan pemerintahan tentera minggu ini, selepas ahli-ahli partinya memboikot pengundian tersebut.Hanya 195 undi diundi, kurang daripada ambang 200 yang diperlukan untuk pengundian dikira."Seluruh negara memerhati keputusan yang dibuat di Dewan Negara hari ini. Dunia sedang memerhati," kata Speaker Dewan Negara, Woo Won-shik, sambil mengeluh. "Sangat malang kerana tiada undian langsung."Parti Demokratik pembangkang utama telah menyatakan bahawa mereka akan mencuba semula minggu depan jika ia gagal pada hari Sabtu.Yoon mengejutkan negara lewat pada hari Selasa apabila beliau memberikan kuasa kecemasan yang meluas kepada tentera untuk membasmi apa yang beliau sebut sebagai "pasukan anti-negara" dan mengatasi lawan politik yang menghalang. Beliau kemudian membatalkan arahan tersebut.Beliau mempertahankan tindakannya dalam ucapan pada pagi Sabtu tetapi menolak seruan untuk meletak jawatan sebelum pengundian.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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