Eighth Belt and Road Summit concludes successfully

HONG KONG, Sep 14, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The eighth edition of the Belt and Road Summit, jointly organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded today after a successful two-day event at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC).

The eighth edition of the Belt and Road Summit, held on the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, assembled some 90 government officials and business leaders from over 70 countries and regions along the Belt and Road.

Marking 10 years of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the Summit brought together some 90 government officials and business leaders from more than 70 countries and regions along the Belt and Road. The event garnered significant attention, attracting some 6,000 participants from around the world.

An effective platform to showcase Hong Kong's unique advantages, the Summit enjoys unwavering support from Mainland China and strong global connections. With Hong Kong as a gateway for foreign investment and a facilitator for global expansion, the event fostered connections with emerging markets and promoted the growth of emerging industries. This resulted in the signing of 21 memoranda of understanding (MoUs). The event also provided young leaders and start-ups with an opportunity to participate and share BRI opportunities and successes.

Charting emerging-market development

Under the theme Prospering on a Decade of Collaboration, this year's Summit hosted multiple panel discussions and sessions to highlight emerging markets.

This includes policy dialogues and project investment sessions focused on the Middle East, which were complemented by business plenaries and thematic breakout sessions on a range of topics to reflect on the past 10 years of the BRI and explore future business and investment opportunities across industries.

The focus on the Middle East at the Summit followed high-level and industry-specific missions to the Middle East this year, including a high-level delegation led by Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee that visited Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The Summit's first session, Policy Dialogue, hosted by Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the Hong Kong SAR, invited heavyweight speakers to share their insights, focused on enhancing cooperation to promote investments, financial services and development solutions between Belt and Road countries and the Middle East.

Speaking on the topic of Tapping into the Potential of the Middle East, Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation of Egypt, said: "Egypt and Mainland China have cooperated on trade infrastructure for a long time. The mainland has invested extensively in port and industrial-park infrastructure in the Suez Canal Economic Zone, including in manufacturing and technology projects. There is a fundamental overhaul in sustainable infrastructure and the global value chain, with developments in such areas as bunkering and logistics."

Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy of the UAE, also shared his views: "We want to switch ourselves from a linear to a circular economy, continually re-cycling resources," Mr Al Marri said. One scheme the country was working on was "fry to fly," where an industrial plant converted used cooking oil into aviation fuel. As with Hong Kong, both tourism and aviation were vital for the UAE, he said. Each sector accounted for 14% of UAE's GDP so it was vital to ensure both became sustainable. As with Hong Kong and its membership of the Greater Bay Area, the UAE was developing manufacturing in the Middle East, planning industrial corridors with Bahrain and Jordan."

Meanwhile, Fahd bin Abdulmohsan Al-Rasheed, Advisor in the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia, said: "All of Saudi Arabia was focused on the Vision 2030 project, an ambitious project to create a vibrant society and prosperous nation. A key part of Vision 2030 was the innovative city of NEOM, a technology-focused metropolis being built from scratch, stretching inland from the Red Sea coast in the northwest of the country. The Middle East and Saudi Arabia had a lot to contribute to the Belt and Road. The Red Sea, which runs along the Kingdom's west coast, carried 30% of the world's shipping."

Debut Middle East Forum boosts synergy for BRI

The Middle East Forum made its debut on Day 2, 14 September, to reinforce the synergy of the BRI. A business session, featuring the Business and Investment Outlook in the Middle East Market, hosted by Ronnie C. Chan, Chairman of Hang Lung Properties Limited, invited distinguished guests, including Nicolas Aguzin, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Maher Aboud, Group Chief Executive Officer of Ghassan Aboud Group, Ahmed Obaid Yousef Al Qaseer, Chief Executive Officer of the Sharjah Investment Development Authority; Hossam Heiba, President of the General Authority for Investment & Free Zones; and Walid Majdalani, Managing Director Corporate Investment for Middle East and North Africa of Investcorp, to analyse Middle Eastern market trade and investment prospects and further strengthen connections between Hong Kong and Middle Eastern countries.

Over 280 investment projects matched

The hybrid business matching and project pitching sessions at the Summit remained popular among project owners and participants. More than 280 investment projects from the Belt and Road region and beyond were presented, covering four main areas: (1) energy, natural resources and public utilities; (2) innovation and technology; (3) urban development; and (4) transportation and logistics infrastructure. The projects focused on areas, such as smart city development, data centres and e-commerce-related investments. Over 800 one-to-one business matching meetings were arranged for project owners, investors and professional service providers to pave the way for collaboration agreements. New project-pitching sessions on the Middle East and emerging markets were also well received.

21 MoUs highlight strong connections with ASEAN

A total of 21 cooperation MoUs were signed, involving government bodies and companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China and ASEAN countries, such as Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand. They covered renewable construction resources, sustainable energy, R&D, infrastructure, logistics and more. Among them, MoUs signed with Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates to strengthen Hong Kong-Middle East ties.

Dedication to nurturing future pillars

The new Youth Chapter invited young business leaders and start-ups to share thei insights on exploring and seizing Belt and Road opportunities. Some 150 recipients of the Belt and Road Scholarship, Youth Development Commission (YDC) Youth Ambassadors, and graduate students from various universities were invited to the Summit. YDC Youth Ambassadors presented a multimedia exhibition on the 10th anniversary of the BRI and provided simultaneous interpretation services for participants in one-on-one project match-making.

The following day, the 6th Belt and Road Global Forum Annual Roundtable will take place along with Belt and Road Week, share perspectives on Belt and Road collaborations, exchange the latest information and seize cooperation opportunities.

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About HKTDC

The 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 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

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TIME100 AI List’s Sougwen Chung: New AI Art Exhibition, HOFA

LONDON, Sep 14, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Contemporary art gallery and art+tech pioneers HOFA, today announce the forthcoming launch of Relational Gestures, a new exhibition by artist and 2023 TIME100 AI list honouree, Sougwen Chung, from 14 – 25 October at their flagship in London's Mayfair and is open to the public.

Sougwen Chung, 2020, Exquisite Corpus performance still, Courtesy of the Artist

The Chinese-Canadian artist and artistic director of London-based studio, Scilicet, is renowned for their visionary and speculative practice exploring human-AI collaboration. Sougwen Chung's forthcoming 2-week show is centred on the idea of hybridity as a relational approach which resolves adversarial perceptions of AI through balance, openness, and imagination.

The 'Human and Machine' collaborative hybrid is fundamental to Sougwen Chung's research-driven practice and the Relational Gestures HOFA exhibition will feature physical paintings and artefacts, digital videos, AR sculptures and immersive media installations that demonstrate this hybridity in subtle and compelling ways. The artist will also offer some of their works as collectible NFTs.

Reflecting on the potential impact of their upcoming show, Sougwen Chung says, "Relational Gestures will showcase a body of artefacts and new works that result from a hybrid process, encouraging the viewer to look beyond screens and flat interfaces to imagine the possible sensory mixes of the future. Through the work, I am thinking deeply about how the human hand, how human creative capabilities, might evolve as a direct result of the possibilities afforded by embodied AI."

The 2023 TIME100 AI list features leaders, policymakers, artists and entrepreneurs who are advancing major conversations about how AI is reshaping the world, and Sougwen Chung earned a prized place as an 'Innovator' on it through their bold, thought-provoking gestural artworks and performances where AI is shown to be much more than a generative tool.

Sougwen Chung's work with AI represents a significant divergence from the dominant AI paradigm, drawing in diverse audiences from art lovers and AI enthusiasts to art+tech watchers and experts in robotics and machine learning. Most notable among their growing range of artworks are their artworks and performances created in collaboration with AI-powered robotic arm, DOUG, which have won critical acclaim around the world.

The former MIT Media Lab Fellow and Google Artist in Residence is very accomplished in their multidisciplinary niche, having received several awards and been exhibited in prestigious museums such as the New Museum of Contemporary Art in New York, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Geneva, and the NTT Intercommunication Center (ICC) in Tokyo. Their work has also been featured in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Fast Company, WIRED, and more.

HOFA Co-Founder and art+tech entrepreneur Elio D'Anna considers Relational Gestures a major part of the Gallery's fall line-up: "Sougwen's exhibition is an interesting departure from what we usually see with AI art because their process is as much a part of the show as their captivating gestural paintings. Being honoured as an Innovator in the TIME100 AI list is also a huge accolade and demonstrates the significance of their work. We are very excited about their upcoming show."

When asked what motivates their expanding artistic practice, Sougwen explains, "I've seen how an interdisciplinary curiosity can be a force for breaking barriers between the arts, sciences, technology, design and engineering, and I'm interested in how art can shape our cultural imagination about technology."

Sougwen Chung's 'Relational Gestures' exhibition is open to the public 14 – 25 October 2023 at HOFA Gallery. London.

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ESG1 Partners with GMEX ZERO13 on Trading Tokenized Carbon Credits from Emissions Removals

London and Calgary, Sep 14, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – ZERO13, a GMEX Group initiative providing a digital climate fintech aggregation ecosystem, and ESG1, a subsidiary of GuildOne providing innovative digital assets and ESG solutions built on R3's Corda, have announced a landmark collaboration that will create an automated digital pipeline for North American industrial carbon offsets to reach high-demand markets in Europe and the Middle East. ESG1's V10N digital measurement, reporting, verification, and tokenization (MRVT) platform is integrating with GMEX's ZERO13 trading hub to provide large-scale, high-integrity credits generated by disruptive emissions removal technologies.

Ensuring verified and traceable ESG data is a key part of the critical path to closing the $100 trillion climate finance gap and proving global sustainability progress, which will create a powerful adoption driver for the convergence of blockchain, AI, and IoT. ZERO13's automated AI and multi-blockchain-driven ecosystem engages stakeholders across the carbon generation, registry, and monetization lifecycle to support a trusted Net Zero transition for governments, corporations, and ESG investment markets.

ZERO13's multi-chain trading and settlement functionality will be leveraged by ESG1 for its private carbon tokens, powered by R3's Corda platform, the leading distributed tokenization platform for regulated industries, and its Cardano public chain tokens. Based in Alberta, Canada, ESG1 works with leading energy sector, cleantech and verification partners to register, verify, and issue digital carbon assets on-chain, with embedded IoT device provenance and AI-facilitated analytics and reporting.

ESG1 was founded by oil & gas blockchain company GuildOne to pivot the company's data infrastructure and smart contract technologies to meet the challenges of the energy transition. Since its founding in 2001, GuildOne has developed award-winning digitalization projects for major oil & gas players and First Nations communities, including a joint venture management collaboration with ExxonMobil, the Blockchain for Energy Consortium, and R3 Corda that was featured in the 2023 Forbes Blockchain 50.

James Graham, CEO of ESG1 and GuildOne said, "We know from our decades in the energy sector that Alberta is the leading global jurisdiction for the advanced measurement and quantification protocols needed to support true carbon market integrity and value. We're excited to partner with ZERO13 to export these proven Canadian emissions standards to the world while collaborating on building automated, scalable, and IoT-integrated carbon markets."

Hirander Misra, CEO of GMEX Group and ZERO13 added, "Our collaboration with ESG1 ensures buyers can digitally procure high quality carbon removal credits with end-to-end provenance and trust. This is achieved by combining ESG1's advanced digital measurement, reporting, verification and associated tokenisation capabilities interoperating with ZERO13's automated AI and multi-blockchain-driven trading and settlement network. We can also maximise distribution by connecting multiple registries, exchanges, digital custodians and participants."

Todd McDonald, R3's Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder, said, "Distributed technology can completely revolutionize the traceability and verification of ESG data, and we're excited to see Corda being deployed successfully by ESG1. R3 is committed to enabling an open, trusted and enduring digital economy, and this use case is yet another example of Corda's ability to facilitate interoperability between its regulatory-compliant, permissioned environment, public blockchains and traditional institutional finance."

About GMEX Group Limited

GMEX Group (GMEX) offers sustainable digital solutions for the new age of global markets. The firm is a leading global provider of multi-asset exchange trading and post-trade software/software as-a-Service (SaaS) market infrastructure solutions and "network of networks" digital platform services. GMEX addresses end-to-end regulatory and contract environment needs for issuance, trading, clearing and settlement across exchanges and across multiple asset classes including traditional, digital and hybrid assets, including carbon credits and ESG real-world assets. It is the winner of:
– Best Development in Fintech of the Year' – 2022
– Best Global Hybrid Finance FinTech Company' – 2022
– Best Solution for Trading Digital Assets' – 2023
– Most Influential Financial Technology Firms of 2023-2023

For further information on GMEX, please visit www.gmex-group.com.

About ZERO13

ZERO13, a venture by GMEX, is an automated AI and blockchain-driven international carbon exchange, registry and aggregation hub ecosystem. The ZERO13 Hub provides a Platform-as-a-service, which offers a distributed point of entry for digital issuance, trading and settlement of carbon credits and real-world assets such as ESG securities. ZERO13 Hub connects multiple international carbon exchanges, registries, custodians and ESG project owners globally for supply verification, transparent pricing and real-time settlement using APIs and across blockchains enabled by ZERO13 Chain ('Pyctor').

For further information on ZERO13, please visit www.zero13.net.

About GuildOne

Based in Canada, GuildOne leverages the power of blockchain infrastructure and applications to build advanced solutions for complex industrial data management challenges. Backed by a 22-year history of energy sector digital innovation, GuildOne has developed pioneering smart contract technologies for the Blockchain for Energy Consortium, ExxonMobil, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips, and works with leading technology partners including R3 and AWS.

For further information on GuildOne, please visit https://guild1.co/

About ESG1

Launched in 2022 by GuildOne and its strategic cleantech and energy partners, ESG1 is a Canadian climate fintech company with innovative blockchain and AI technologies that streamline and automate industrial progress towards energy transition goals. ESG1's carbon data verification platform, V10N, leverages the benefits of permissioned/public blockchain interoperability for the digital measurement, reporting, verification, and tokenization of carbon credits and other nature-based solutions, creating new levels of scalability, market access, and trust for sustainable assets.

For further information on ESG1, please visit https://esg1.io/

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Q2 Metals Discovers New Spodumene Pegmatite Occurences and Extends the Mia Lithium Exploration Trend to 9.7 Kilometres

Vancouver, BC, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Q2 Metals Corp. (TSXV: QTWO) (OTCQB: QUEXF) (FSE: 458) ("Q2" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on its surface mapping and rock sampling activities at the Mia Lithium Property (the "Property") located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay territory of Quebec.

Four new spodumene pegmatite occurrences1 have been discovered on the Mia Exploration Trend (see Figure 1). Three of the outcropping pegmatite zones are located between the previously known Mia and Carte mineralized zones (see previous Q2 announcement from June 29, 2023). The other new discovery is located 1,400 metres northeast of the Carte Zone, thus extending the distance between the lithium mineralized occurrences on the trend to 9.7 kilometres.

A total of 136 individual pegmatite outcrops have been mapped along the Mia Exploration Trend (see Figure 1). Rock samples have been collected at these sites to confirm the presence of lithium or indicator elements which may suggest the presence of lithium nearby. The majority of the pegmatite outcrops along the Mia Exploration Trend exhibit a similar mineralogy and texture compared with the outcrops that have confirmed spodumene.

To date, 212 rock samples have been collected on the Property since re-mobilization. The crew will continue the current mapping and sampling campaign until September 15. Following that, Q2 will return mid-October to begin its drill program starting at the Mia Zone. It is anticipated that drilling will continue until weather conditions become unfavorable, and then return once again during frozen ground conditions in January, 2024.

"The work completed thus far in a short amount of time back on the Property has exceeded my expectations. The true scale of the Mia Trend is unfolding with our work, and sets the stage for our follow up core drilling campaign," said Neil McCallum, VP Exploration for Q2 Metals.

Figure 1. Mia Lithium Property Summary, September 2023
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Figure 2. Photos, new spodumene samples and Carte Zone Outcrop, Mia Property
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Qualified Person

Neil McCallum, B.Sc., P.Geol, is a registered permit holder with the Ordre des Geologues du Quebec and Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and has reviewed the technical information in this news release. Mr. McCallum is a director and VP Exploration of Q2.

About Q2 Metals Corp

Q2 Metals Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration company currently advancing exploration of its 8,668-ha flagship Mia Lithium Property in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay Territory of Quebec, Canada which is host to the Mia Li-1 and Mia Li-2 lithium occurrences. The Company also owns the Stellar Lithium Property with 77 claims totaling 3,972-ha, located approximately six kilometres north of its Mia Lithium Property.

Q2 is also exploring the highly prospective Big Hill and Titan gold projects covering approximately 110 km2 in the Talgai Goldfields of the broader Warwick-Texas District of Queensland, Australia, hosting 54 high-grade historical gold mines.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Alicia Milne
President & CEO
Alicia@Q2metals.com

Jason McBride
Corporate Communications
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Telephone: 1 (800) 482-7560
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This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (collectively, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable Canadian legislation. Forward-looking statements are typically identified by words such as: "believes", "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "plans", "may", "should", "would", "will", "potential", "scheduled" or variations of such words and phrases and similar expressions, which, by their nature, refer to future events or results that may, could, would, might or will occur or be taken or achieved. Accordingly, all statements in this news release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements and include statements regarding beliefs, plans, expectations and orientations regarding the future including, without limitation, any statements or plans regard the geological prospects of the Company's properties and the future exploration endeavors of the Company. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on a number of material factors and assumptions. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include failure to obtain necessary approvals, unsuccessful exploration results, changes in project parameters as plans continue to be refined, results of future resource estimates, future metal prices, availability of capital and financing on acceptable terms, general economic, market or business conditions, risks associated with regulatory changes, defects in title, availability of personnel, materials and equipment on a timely basis, accidents or equipment breakdowns, uninsured risks, delays in receiving government approvals, unanticipated environmental impacts on operations and costs to remedy same. Readers are cautioned that mineral exploration and development of mines is an inherently risky business and accordingly, the actual events may differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Additional risk factors are discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Management Discussion and Analysis for its recently completed fiscal period, which is available under Company's SEDAR profile at www.sedar.com.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

1 Cautionary Statement- Q2 cautions that visual observations of spodumene should not be considered a proxy or substitute for laboratory analysis, which are required to determine the grade of the mineralisation. Analytical information will be reported when received.

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8th Belt and Road Summit opens today

HONG KONG, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The eighth edition of the Belt and Road Summit, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), began today and will run for two days at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). This year's Summit is especially significant as it marks the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative. Operating under the theme of Prospering on a Decade of Collaboration, the Summit serves as a vital platform for fostering business and trade. It assembles more than 90 government officials and prominent business leaders from countries and regions along the Belt and Road, as well as other relevant countries and regions. With nearly 6,000 attendees registering from across the globe, the Summit encompasses a range of discussion sessions and activities, including the Opening Session, Policy Dialogue, Keynote Luncheon, Business Plenary, Thematic Breakout Sessions, and Project Investment Sessions.

The eighth Belt and Road Summit, jointly organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC, opened today.

The Summit aims to review the achievements and experiences of the Belt and Road Initiative and explore opportunities, focusing on promoting high-quality development in areas such as infrastructure, logistics, finance, technology and trade. The Summit also aims to promote arts and culture of the region and demonstrate Hong Kong's advantage as an important international trade platform for seizing Initiative opportunities.

The Summit invited Ding Xuexiang, Vice Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, to deliver a video keynote speech at the opening Ceremony this morning. John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, delivered the opening address, and Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered a welcoming speech. Special addresses were also delivered by Zheng Yanxiong, Deputy Director, the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the State Council of the People's Republic of China and Director, the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region; Guo Tingting, Vice Minister, Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China; Guo Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council (SASAC) of the People's Republic of China; and Xiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary General, National Development and Reform Commission of the People's Republic of China. Keynote speeches were also given by Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration, Kazakhstan; and Rizal Affandi Lukman, Senior and Special Staff to the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs of Indonesia.

In his video speech, Ding Xuexiang, Vice Premier, State Council of the People's Republic of China, said: "With its unique advantages, Hong Kong proactively participates in Belt and Road development and continues to strengthen collaborations with partnering countries by utilising its outstanding professional services in the financial, legal and aviation industries. Hong Kong has effectively contributed to the facilitation of cultural exchange and people-to-people bonds. In the process of integrating into national development, Hong Kong has grown better and bigger. The report to the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China stated that Hong Kong should make use of its advantages to develop closer collaborations with different countries and regions. We support Hong Kong in maintaining its unique status and advantages, reinforcing its position as an international financial, transport and logistics, as well as trade centre. We will preserve a free and open business environment, uphold the Common Law system and extend our international network, to reinforce the city's role in the Belt and Road Initiative."

John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR Government, said in his opening address: "Hong Kong is determined to embrace the vast promise of the Belt and Road. The Hong Kong SAR Government is redoubling efforts to serve as the Belt and Road's functional platform. Under the unique 'one country, two systems' principle, Hong Kong is bestowed with the strong support of our country and long-standing global connections. Hong Kong is an important conduit between Mainland China and the world. We are expanding our co-operation with Belt and Road partners in a wide range of areas. From trade and investment, innovation and technology, to infrastructure development and many more."

Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, said in his welcome remarks: "Economies need to rebuild resilience in a post-pandemic era. And this can be done by engaging more with emerging markets, which provide impetus for new growth. It also calls for a greater focus on newer industries, such as innovation and technology as well as sustainability. Hong Kong is the ideal platform to facilitate all of the above. As an international finance and business hub and gateway between Mainland China and the rest of the world, Hong Kong has always been an effective platform to connect countries and regions along the Belt and Road and beyond."

Expanded policy dialogue to explore new opportunities

This year's Summit introduced a keynote luncheon session titled Resiliency and Development on Entering a New Era of the Belt and Road Initiative. The session featured welcome remarks by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, opening remarks by Chu Gang, Chief Operating Officer, China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary-General of ASEAN. The session discussed development of the Belt and Road Initiative over the first decade, highlighting achievements, prospects, and market opportunities.

Kao Kim Hourn said: "ASEAN had turned 56 last month and had contributed a great deal to prosperity, stability and security in the region. As a region, it would be the world's fifth-largest economy and its GDP expanded 5.7% last year, to about US$3.6 trillion. ASEAN was projected to grow 4.9% this year, significantly ahead of the global average, which is expected to be just 3%. As a large exporter, trade relations were very important to ASEAN and all 10 members recently completed a free trade agreement (FTA) with Hong Kong."

The highly anticipated Policy Dialogue session has been expanded to two sessions. Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR, hosted the first session with invited guest speakers Fahd bin Abdulmohsan Al-Rasheed, Advisor in the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers of Saudi Arabia; Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, UAE; and Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation, Arab Republic of Egypt. The session focused on Tapping into the Potential of the Middle East, aiming to explore strategies for businesses entering the Middle East market and strengthening economic, trade, and investment ties between the regions.

Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, moderated the second session with guest speakers Peter Szijjarto, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Hungary; Nguyen Chi Dzung, Minister of Planning and Investment, Vietnam; and Mohamad bin Haji Alamin, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia. The session focused on the theme Belt and Road Initiative as a Catalyst for Regional Cooperation and Development and saw ministerial-level officials from various ASEAN and European countries engaging in discussions on collaboration among different economic entities.

The Business Plenary session on the first afternoon, chaired by Antony Leung, Chairman of the Nan Fung Group and Group Chairman and Co-founder of New Frontier Group, focused on the theme Fostering Business Collaboration along the Belt and Road through Hong Kong. Guest speakers for this session included Jeffrey Cheah, Founder and Chairman of Sunway Group; Jean-Pascal Tricoire, Chairman of Schneider Electric; and Wang Haihuai, Director and General Manager of China Communications Construction Company Ltd. The speakers analyse how Hong Kong can leverage its past experiences to play an important role in the Belt and Road Initiative and create more opportunities for global businesses.

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, a Cocktail Reception was held on the first night of the Summit. The reception included welcoming remarks, opening remarks and special remarks given by Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC; Sun Yu, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive, Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited; and Paul Lam, Secretary for Justice of the HKSAR Government.

Four thematic sessions to discuss hot topics

This year, for the first time, the Ministry of Commerce hosts the Mainland-Hong Kong Services Industry Symposium on the first day of the Summit. The symposium aims to analyse how the service industry can drive economic growth in the mainland. Additionally, on the first day of the Summit, the Department of Justice, China International Contractors Association, and the Insurance Authority partner with the HKTDC to hold Thematic Breakout Sessions on various topics. These include International Legal Cooperation, Opportunities in Hong Kong Infrastructure to Boost High-quality Belt and Road Development, and Hong Kong as an Insurance Service Hub in Asia. Tomorrow, the Summit will collaborate with the Development Bureau, Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Financial Services Development Council, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and Cyberport to jointly organise multiple thematic breakout sessions. These sessions will comprehensively promote Hong Kong's role and contributions in the Belt and Road Initiative.

A total of 17 MoUs signed on day one

On the first day of the Summit, 17 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed by companies from Hong Kong, Mainland China, New Zealand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and Kazakhstan. The second day will see four more MoU signings, further expanding the scope of cooperation among participating countries and regions.

Middle East Forum: expanding opportunities, building on delegation achievements

In February this year, the HKTDC organised a delegation to the Middle East. Building upon achievements of that delegation, this year's Summit introduced the Middle East Forum. One session within this segment, Business and Investment Outlook in the Middle East Market, is scheduled for tomorrow. It will be hosted by Ronnie C. Chan, Chairman of Hang Lung Properties Limited, and will feature distinguished guests such as Nicolas Aguzin, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Maher Abound, Chief Executive Officer of Ghassan Abound Group; Ahmed Obaid Yousef Al Qaseer, Chief Executive Officer of Sharjah Investment Development Authority; Hossam Heiba, President of the General Authority for Investment & Free Zones; and Walid Majdalani, Managing Director Corporate Investment for Middle East and North Africa of Investcorp. The session aims to analyse trade and investment prospects of Middle Eastern markets and further strengthen the connection between Hong Kong and Middle Eastern countries.

In addition to the Middle East Forum, this year's summit introduces the Finance Chapter and Youth Chapter. The Finance Chapter will focus on exploring how Hong Kong can leverage its financial service advantages, while the Youth Chapter will aim to harness the power of young entrepreneurs to contribute to the nation's needs.

Approximately 150 students including recipients of the Belt and Road Scholarship, Youth Development Commission (YDC) Youth Ambassadors, and graduate students from various tertiary institutions will be invited to participate in the Summit. These participants will have the opportunity to engage in discussions and activities within the Youth Chapter. Furthermore, the YDC Youth Ambassadors will play a significant role in the Summit. They will introduce the multimedia display commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative, showcasing the achievements and progress made over the past decade. The youth ambassadors will also provide simultaneous interpretation services for participants in the one-on-one project matchmaking sessions, facilitating communication and connections among participants from different countries and regions. The YDC Youth Ambassadors will also promote arts and culture of their respective homelands, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation among the countries and regions along the Belt and Road.

Inaugural multimedia display highlights achievements of Hong Kong companies

The Summit will also feature a multimedia display marking a decade of the Initiative, which highlights participation by Hong Kong companies in Belt and Road projects. Additionally, the 6th Belt and Road Global Forum Annual Roundtable on 15 September will run in conjunction with the Belt and Road Week, using Hong Kong as a base to share perspectives on the Belt and Road collaborations, exchange the latest information and seize cooperation opportunities.

Extending, optimising deal making

The HKTDC will extend its online and physical deal-making service to seven days (13 to 20 September), expecting to arrange more than 800 one-to-one project-matching sessions covering over 280 investment projects this year. The deal-making service includes one-to-one business matching meetings and project investment sessions. Business matching meetings will connect participants based on investment preferences and business expertise to facilitate one-to-one discussions on collaboration opportunities. Project investment sessions will provide a platform for project owners from different countries to present projects, giving investors and service intermediaries a comprehensive understanding of investment opportunities in different sectors. Project investment sessions will focus on four main areas: (1) energy, natural resources and public utilities, (2) innovation and technology, (3) urban development, and (4) transport and logistics infrastructure. New this year will be project-pitching sessions on the Middle East and emerging markets.

This year's Summit brings together more than 100 exhibitors from the Global Investment Zone, Hong Kong Zone and RCEP Tech Zone. The Global Investment Zone will showcase large-scale investment projects and opportunities from different countries to attract international investors and partners; the Hong Kong Zone will demonstrate excellent services and business advantages the city's enterprises offer; while the RCEP Tech Zone will feature high-end innovative technologies, artificial intelligence, digital technologies and solutions offered by exhibitors from the region. These three exhibition zones will also present project collaboration opportunities from various markets in the Middle East and emerging economies.

China International Capital Corporation Ltd serves as the Strategic Partner of the eighth Belt and Road Summit; Bank of China (Hong Kong) Ltd as the Banking Partner; The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited as the Global Connectivity Partner; Standard Chartered as Diamond Sponsor; Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited as Sapphire Sponsor and China Mobile International Limited, China Unicom Global Limited and China Telecom Global Limited as Platinum Sponsors.

The Eighth Belt and Road Summit

Date: 13 to 14 September 2023 (Wednesday to Thursday)
Venue: Hall 5B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai
Websites: Belt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/en
Programme: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/en/programme
Speaker list: https://www.beltandroadsummit.hk/conference/bnr/en/speaker
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About HKTDC

The 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 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn

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Q2 Metals Discovers New Spodumene Pegmatite Occurences and Extends the Mia Lithium Exploration Trend to 9.7 Kilometres

Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – September 13, 2023) – Q2 Metals Corp. (TSXV: QTWO) (OTCQB: QUEXF) (FSE: 458) (“Q2” or the “Company“) is pleased to provide an update on its surface mapping and rock sampling activities at the Mia Lithium Property (the “Property“) located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay territory of Quebec.

Four new spodumene pegmatite occurrences¹ have been discovered on the Mia Exploration Trend (see Figure 1). Three of the outcropping pegmatite zones are located between the previously known Mia and Carte mineralized zones (see previous Q2 announcement from June 29, 2023). The other new discovery is located 1,400 metres northeast of the Carte Zone, thus extending the distance between the lithium mineralized occurrences on the trend to 9.7 kilometres.

A total of 136 individual pegmatite outcrops have been mapped along the Mia Exploration Trend (see Figure 1). Rock samples have been collected at these sites to confirm the presence of lithium or indicator elements which may suggest the presence of lithium nearby. The majority of the pegmatite outcrops along the Mia Exploration Trend exhibit a similar mineralogy and texture compared with the outcrops that have confirmed spodumene.

To date, 212 rock samples have been collected on the Property since re-mobilization. The crew will continue the current mapping and sampling campaign until September 15. Following that, Q2 will return mid-October to begin its drill program starting at the Mia Zone. It is anticipated that drilling will continue until weather conditions become unfavorable, and then return once again during frozen ground conditions in January, 2024.

“The work completed thus far in a short amount of time back on the Property has exceeded my expectations. The true scale of the Mia Trend is unfolding with our work, and sets the stage for our follow up core drilling campaign,” said Neil McCallum, VP Exploration for Q2 Metals.

Figure 1. Mia Lithium Property Summary, September 2023

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Figure 2. Photos, new spodumene samples and Carte Zone Outcrop, Mia Property

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Neil McCallum, B.Sc., P.Geol, is a registered permit holder with the Ordre des Géologues du Québec and Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, and has reviewed the technical information in this news release. Mr. McCallum is a director and VP Exploration of Q2.

About Q2 Metals Corp

Q2 Metals Corp. is a Canadian mineral exploration company currently advancing exploration of its 8,668-ha flagship Mia Lithium Property in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay Territory of Quebec, Canada which is host to the Mia Li-1 and Mia Li-2 lithium occurrences. The Company also owns the Stellar Lithium Property with 77 claims totaling 3,972-ha, located approximately six kilometres north of its Mia Lithium Property.

Q2 is also exploring the highly prospective Big Hill and Titan gold projects covering approximately 110 km² in the Talgai Goldfields of the broader Warwick-Texas District of Queensland, Australia, hosting 54 high-grade historical gold mines.

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Alicia Milne
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Corporate Communications
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Telephone: 1 (800) 482-7560
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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

¹ Cautionary Statement- Q2 cautions that visual observations of spodumene should not be considered a proxy or substitute for laboratory analysis, which are required to determine the grade of the mineralisation. Analytical information will be reported when received.

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EAI Signs Agreement on AI Education Cooperation with Lenovo Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Expert AI Enabling Limited ("EAI"), a subsidiary of Expert Systems Holdings Limited ("Expert Systems" or the "Group", HKEX stock code: 8319), a leading information technology company in the Asia-Pacific region, is pleased to announce today that it has established a cooperation plan with Lenovo Hong Kong whereby it will become its partner in an Artificial Intelligence ("AI") education plan, under which both parties will jointly launch a series of AI laboratory equipment and related courses specifically designed for primary and secondary schools.

From left to right: Dr. Keith Chan, Chief Technology Officer of EAI, Mr. Andy Lau, CEO and Executive Director of Expert Systems, Ms. Fan Ho, General Manager (Hong Kong and Macau) of Lenovo Hong Kong and Mr. Jonathan Cheng, Head of Strategy and Sales (Hong Kong and Macau) of Lenovo Hong Kong
at the signing ceremony.

EAI has established a cooperation plan with Lenovo Hong Kong whereby it will become its partner in an AI education plan, under which both parties will jointly launch a series of AI laboratory equipment
and related courses specifically designed for primary and secondary schools.

Dr. Keith Chan, the Chief Technology Officer of EAI (1st from the left), will lead his research team in the development and the design of laboratory equipment and curriculum etc. He was ranked among the top 2% of scientists in the world in the field of AI and image processing on Stanford University's list of top scientists. Dr. Chan is one of the pioneers in AI education.

With the rapid advancement of AI, it has emerged as a pivotal factor in enhancing global competitiveness, the cultivation of talent is essential for driving this progress forward. The demand for AI talents is growing across various sectors, AI education has become a key area of highly sought-after field worldwide. EAI understands the growing importance of AI education in supporting comprehensive learning of the next generation and preparing them for future challenges. Therefore, since its establishment mid-last year, EAI has been dedicated to developing innovative AI education products that are specifically designed and suitable for primary and secondary schools, with over HK$10 million investment in research and development. Lenovo Hong Kong, which has been a partner of EAI's parent company, Expert Systems for many years, also shares the same vision, and this shared belief has facilitated collaboration between both parties.

The cooperation arrangement includes co-marketing with Lenovo Hong Kong of a series of AI laboratory equipment and related courses, which will be sold to primary and secondary schools through Lenovo Hong Kong. EAI will lead the research and development of related laboratory equipment, course design and provision of training; while Lenovo Hong Kong will advise sales strategies, provide marketing support and align sales channels, and offer relevant technical equipment used for experiments and courses, such as AI Edge Computing Devices and Servers etc., as well as professional advice throughout the cooperation project. Both parties hope to enhance students' interest in learning AI through diversified, interesting and highly interactive experiments and courses, which will help to lay a solid foundation for them as they apply AI in their studies or work in the future.

With the widespread use of AI in various fields and sectors, the Hong Kong government has explicitly expressed support to schools to promote AI education. This is aimed at cultivating local AI talents by actively allocating resources to organize AI-related activities, and enhancing AI equipment and facilities within schools. These initiatives highlight the government's support for and emphasis on STEAM education, including AI education, in primary and secondary schools. Furthermore, Dr. Keith Chan, the Chief Technology Officer of EAI, will lead his research team in the development and design of laboratory equipment and curriculum etc. He was ranked among the top 2% of scientists in the world in the field of AI and image processing on Stanford University's list of top scientists. With over thirty years of experience in developing AI-related curriculum planning, course development, teaching and research, Dr. Chan is one of the pioneers in AI education.

Mr. Andy Lau, CEO and Executive Director of Expert Systems, said, "EAI is greatly honoured and delighted to jointly promote AI education in Hong Kong and other areas in Asia Pacific with Lenovo, one of the top global technology and innovation corporates. The education sector has been vigorously promoting STEAM education, and the widespread promotion and popularization of AI education have become imperative. In fact, governments worldwide, including Mainland China, the United States, and Singapore, have already formulated and implemented AI education strategies, which include introducing relevant courses at the primary and secondary school levels. We will strive to jointly launch more advanced and competitive AI-related education products and courses to cultivate more excellent AI talents. Therefore, I believe that our collaboration with Lenovo Hong Kong is meaningful.

Mr. Jonathan Cheng, Head of Strategy and Sales (Hong Kong and Macau) of Lenovo Hong Kong, said, "Lenovo has always been committed to achieving 'Smarter Technology for All', hoping to bring smarter technology to the new generation of educators and students. We believe that every educator should have access to the most advanced tools and resources to unleash their creativity and expertise in teaching. Similarly, every student should have equal opportunities to experience the best learning outcomes in digital classrooms. Our collaboration with EAI aligns perfectly with this vision, as we leverage innovative educational solutions to empower educational institutions in fully utilizing AI technology. Lenovo Group also plans to invest an additional US$1 billion over the next three years to accelerate the use of AI among global enterprises."

About Expert Systems Holdings Limited
Established since 1985, Expert Systems Holdings Limited ("ESHL", HKEX stock code: 8319) is a leading information technology company which operates under the brands "Expert Systems", "ServiceOne" and "Expert AI Enabling" with around 1,000 professionals serving small to large enterprises and institutions in the Asia Pacific region. For more information, please refer to ESHL's website: https://www.expertsystems.com.hk/.

About Lenovo
Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) is a US$62 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #217 in the Fortune Global 500, employing 77,000 people around the world, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company by further expanding into growth areas that fuel the advancement of 'New IT' technologies (client, edge, cloud, network, and intelligence) including server, storage, mobile, software, solutions, and services. This transformation together with Lenovo's world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub ( https://news.lenovo.com/ ).

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Quantum Computing Startup-Nanofiber Quantum Technologies Secures $8.5m Funding

PALO ALTO, CA, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Nanofiber Quantum Technologies Inc. ("NanoQT") raised $8.5m from leading venture capital investors. Phoenix Venture Partners (PvP) in the US, and Japan's JAFCO Group Co Ltd, SPARX Group Co Ltd, Keio Innovation Initiative, Inc. (KII), and Waseda University Ventures (WUV) financed the round through convertible notes.

Founded in 2022, NanoQT is a leading startup company focused on fiber connectable quantum computing hardware. Unlike superconducting circuits and ion traps for quantum computing, NanoQT uses a technology called nanofiber cavity Quantum Electrodynamics (QED). This technology has been derived from over a decade of intensive research by Professor Takao Aoki at Waseda University, Japan, a leading expert in quantum computing and co-founder of NanoQT.

NanoQT owns a novel and proprietary quantum processing unit (QPU) that employs neutral atoms and photons as qubits, capable of processing and storing quantum information while communicating with other QPUs. Modularity and scalability of interconnected QPUs offer a unique platform for distributed quantum computing and quantum networks for a variety of useful applications. NanoQT's QPU aims to revolutionize quantum computing.

"While cavity QED has long been a recognized platform in quantum computing, developing the ideal cavity posed significant challenges. We've overcome these challenges using our proprietary QED technology," comments Dr. Akihisa Goban, NanoQT's CTO and co-founder, who studied cavity QED technologies under Professor Jeff Kimble at Caltech.

"We are thrilled with the support from our US and Japanese investors. We aim to spotlight our unique approach and its strengths. With the funding, our primary objective is to develop our proprietary QPU for quantum repeaters, an innovation not yet seen in the market," proclaims Dr. Masashi Hirose, NanoQT's CEO and co-founder, an MIT graduate and former McKinsey and Company consultant.

"For PvP, investing in NanoQT isn't merely another venture investment. This is our first investment in a Japan-origin startup. We are deeply impressed by NanoQT's innovative approach in the quantum hardware sector and are pleased to support their US expansion," expresses Dr. Nobi Kambe, General Partner of PvP.

"Our confidence in NanoQT's potential comes from its leadership. The investment is rooted in our belief in NanoQT's management team led by Dr. Hirose and Dr. Goban. We're confident they can assemble a global team well beyond Japan," comments Keisuke Miyoshi, the President and CEO of JAFCO.

Takaki Demichi, Director and Head of Mirai Creation Investment (SPARX), has a similar sentiment. "NanoQT's distinct approach doesn't just introduce novelty. It crucially addresses the longstanding challenge of connectivity, enhancing the scalability of quantum computers."

Naoji Nomura, Principal of KII, emphasizes that "NanoQT is an outstanding startup with extremely high potential for the global social implementation of moonshot-class quantum network technology, developed over many years at Japanese universities."

Dr. Hiroaki Ohta, General Partner of WUV, mentioned, "We are delighted to invest again, having supported NanoQT since the seed round. NanoQT has shown significant growth, especially in terms of collaborations, the R&D team, and intellectual property, which are fundamental for a hardware startup."

Fueled by this funding, NanoQT plans to accelerate its R&D, onboard talent from the US and Japan, and foster collaborations with academia and private corporations. With the Japan-US synergy, armed with cutting-edge technology, and oriented towards US-Japan collaborations, NanoQT aspires to exemplify global collaboration in the quantum computing field.

About Nanofiber Quantum Technologies, Inc.

Nanofiber Quantum Technologies (NanoQT) is a technology company that develops quantum processing units (QPU) using a novel and proprietary nanofiber cavity Quantum Electrodynamics (QED) system. NanoQT aims to develop connected QPUs that operate as quantum repeaters and distributed computational units. NanoQT currently operates in Tokyo, Japan, and California, US.

Nanofiber Quantum Technologies, NanoQT, and logo are trademarks of Nanofiber Quantum Technologies, Inc.

Contact Information
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Head of Operations
info@nano-qt.com

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China LNG & Gas International Summit & Exhibition rebranded to reflect China’s energy transition

SINGAPORE, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – dmg events announces, 'China Energy Summit & Exhibition', an evolution of the well-established 'China LNG & Gas International Summit & Exhibition' in Beijing. China Energy Summit & Exhibition will continue to be a market leading event providing international markets an unrivalled opportunity to support regional and international LNG, gas, hydrogen and ammonia, and low carbon energy sectors in fast-tracking energy transition and achieving net-zero.

China has accelerated action to achieve its net-zero goals, with plans to cap its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions over the next few years and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. Over the past decade, China has remained the world's biggest "prosumer" of energy. The country's 14th Five Year Plan prioritises clean energy development while decarbonising its existing coal-dominated energy mix. Natural gas and hydrogen will play a vital role in China's roadmap reaching its "Dual-Carbon" target.

Held from 20-21 September 2023 at the China World Hotel, Beijing, China Energy Summit & Exhibition is expected to be attended by over 2,000 industry leaders and stakeholders, and more than 50 specialist exhibitors representing the entire LNG, gas and low carbon energy value and supply chain.

The Summit will gather 100+ regional and international CEOs, policymakers, industry experts and innovators, addressing pertinent opportunities and challenges facing China, Asia, and the global energy industry. Through dedicated keynotes, interviews, talks and panel discussions, the Summit will focus on key areas of discussion including long-term LNG outlook, the role of hydrogen and ammonia in meeting energy demand

and energy security, climate-tech, green finance, CCUS, policies and regulations, and building a resilient supply chain in the age of deglobalisation.

Christopher Hudson, President – dmg events, said, "China has always been an important market for the energy industry. It is one of the world's largest buyers of LNG & gas and is on course to achieve carbon neutrality before 2060, with hydrogen and ammonia a key part of that strategy. China Energy Summit & Exhibition will bring together expertise from China and international companies under one roof to help further the progress already achieved and continue to advance the industry towards energy security and net-zero. We are delighted to be able to bring an international event of this pedigree to China and the energy industry."

dmg events, the organisers of China Energy Summit & Exhibition, organise over 80 global energy events annually attracting over a million people worldwide. dmg events has the world's most extensive portfolio of energy exhibitions and conferences, with flagships including ADIPEC, Gastech, Global Energy Show, EGYPES and Future Energy Asia.

China Energy Summit & Exhibition will continue to be an influential platform for the industry's calendar and a pivotal event in dmg events' global energy portfolio as they continue to expand operations and activity throughout Asia.

About China Energy Summit & Exhibition

China Energy Summit & Exhibition 2023 serves as the annual destination for LNG, gas, hydrogen and ammonia industries from China and across the world to meet, engage, and advance the industry towards carbon neutrality and energy security.

An evolution of the established 'China LNG & Gas International Summit & Exhibition', the event will convene regional NECs, IECs, OEMs, EPCs, LNG buyers and sellers, as well as innovative service and technology providers at the China World Hotel, Beijing from 20 – 21 September 2023, to address the most pressing issues and opportunities facing China, Asia, and the global energy industry. Key areas of focus will include the long-term LNG outlook, the role of hydrogen and ammonia in meeting energy demand and energy security, climate-tech, green finance, CCUS, policies and regulations, and building a resilient supply chain in the age of deglobalisation.

About dmg events

dmg event is a leading global organiser of face-to-face events and intelligence products.

dmg events organise over 80 events across 25 countries, attracting over a million attendees and delegates annually. The company's portfolio of products includes many industry-leading events in the energy sector: ADIPEC, Global Energy Show, Gastech, EGYPES and Future Energy Asia are the company's flagship events. For more information, visit www.dmgevents.com.

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China Energy Summit Welcomes State-owned China Enterprise News Group as Strategic Partner

BEIJING, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – China Energy Summit & Exhibition announces state-owned China Enterprise News Group as a Strategic Partner for the event.

China Enterprise News Group is the only central-level media in China with enterprises and entrepreneurs at the core of its reporting. It is the most important news and information platform in the state-owned assets supervision and administration commission system of the State Council.

This partnership enhances the event by providing an unrivalled opportunity to support the regional and international LNG, gas, hydrogen and ammonia, and low-carbon energy sectors in fast-tracking energy transition and achieving net-zero.

China Energy Summit & Exhibition will convene regional NECs, IECs, OEMs, EPCs, LNG buyers and sellers, as well as innovative service and technology providers at the China World Hotel, Beijing, from 20 – 21 September 2023.

In addition to China Enterprise News Group, the two-day event is also backed by supporting associations and partners including China LNG Association, The International Ship Engineering Service Association (I.S.E.S.) Ltd, The PSI Association, Institute of Energy, Peking University, and The University of Texas at Austin.

The Summit, with over 100 distinguished regional and international CEOs, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators, will offer insightful discussions about the critical opportunities and challenges that both China and the global energy sector confront.

Through dedicated keynotes, interviews, talks, and panel discussions, the Summit will delve into key themes including the future landscape of LNG, the pivotal roles that hydrogen and ammonia play in fulfilling energy demand and ensuring energy security, climate technology, the dynamics of green finance, the imperative of CCUS (carbon capture, utilisation, and storage), evolving policies and regulations, and the strategies for fortifying supply chains in the era of deglobalisation. Whilst the attached Exhibition, with a select group of industry innovators, will showcase the latest available solutions.

Christopher Hudson, President – dmg events, said, "China has always been an important market for the energy industry. It is one of the world's largest buyers of LNG & gas and is on course to achieve carbon neutrality before 2060, with hydrogen and ammonia a key part of that strategy. China Energy Summit & Exhibition will bring together expertise from China and international companies under one roof to help further the progress already achieved and continue to advance the industry towards energy security and net-zero. We are delighted to be able to bring an international event of this pedigree to China and the energy industry."

Wu Yunguo, President of China Enterprise News Group, said "China Enterprise News Group, said "The cooperation between China Enterprise News Group and DMG is conducive to achieving the goal of creating a professional information channel for the domestic and international energy industry, building a high-quality and information rich platform for energy industry decision-makers, and achieving the goal of serving enterprises and entrepreneurs."

About China Energy Summit & Exhibition

China Energy Summit & Exhibition 2023 serves as the annual destination for LNG, gas, hydrogen and ammonia industries from China and across the world to meet, engage, and advance the industry towards carbon neutrality and energy security.

An evolution of the established 'China LNG & Gas International Summit & Exhibition', the event will convene regional NECs, IECs, OEMs, EPCs, LNG buyers and sellers, as well as innovative service and technology providers at the China World Hotel, Beijing from 20 – 21 September 2023, to address the most pressing issues and opportunities facing China, Asia, and the global energy industry. Key areas of focus will include the long-term LNG outlook, the role of hydrogen and ammonia in meeting energy demand and energy security, climate- tech, green finance, CCUS, policies and regulations, and building a resilient supply chain in the age of deglobalisation.

About dmg events

dmg event is a leading global organiser of face-to-face events and intelligence products.

dmg events organise over 80 events across 25 countries, attracting over a million attendees and delegates annually. The company's portfolio of products includes many industry-leading events in the energy sector: ADIPEC, Global Energy Show, Gastech, EGYPES and Future Energy Asia are the company's flagship events. For more information, visit www.dmgevents.com.

About China Enterprise News Group

Officially launched in January 1988 and inscribed by Chen Yun, China Enterprise News is the only central-level media in China with enterprises and entrepreneurs as the core of its reporting, and it is the most important news and information platform in the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission system of the State Council. Adhering to the purpose and mission of "serving enterprises and entrepreneurs, and being a bridge and link between the government, industrial zone and enterprises", China Enterprise News continues to pay attention to and report on the innovation and upgrading of enterprises.

The high-quality development of the regional economy has been widely recognized and praised.

China Enterprise News carried out the corporate restructuring at the last quarter of 2010. The "China Enterprise News" Group was since established in end 2013.

After the restructuring, "China Enterprise News", acts in accordance with the mission requirements of serving the enterprises and entrepreneurs. The newspaper group relies on the reporting resources of enterprises and entrepreneurs; the central government enterprise resources of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council; the 600,000 company members of the China Enterprise Confederation; and the corporate members and resources of the China's top 500 enterprises released every year.

Positioned to support the local governments and industrial zones in providing merchants investment services.

China Enterprise News Group has transformed from a traditional media to a central government media that provides comprehensive services for the development of the industrial zones and the growth of strategic emerging industries, and is committed to building an excellent all-in-one media, full-value chain and globalized industrial services platform.

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