HKTDC: Creativity showcase raises curtain on jewellery shows

HONG KONG, Feb 24, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), The 39th HKTDC Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and 9th HKTDC Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show, will be held from 1 to 5 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. As a curtain-raiser for the twin jewellery shows, the 24th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition was announced at the press conference (16 Feb). The competition was jointly organised by the HKTDC, the Hong Kong Jewellers' & Goldsmiths' Association, the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association, the Hong Kong Jewelry Manufacturers' Association and the Diamond Federation of Hong Kong. It promotes local jewellery design excellence, nurtures talent for the industry and showcases Hong Kong-made jewellery to international buyers.


Winners and guests at the awards presentation ceremony of the 24th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition

Open Group Best of Show Award – Title of design: Dandelion. The Power of Life; Designer: Tang Yuk Ying; Category: Pendant/Brooch

Student Group Champion and Craftsmanship and Technology Award – Title of design: life – cybercity; Designer: Mak Tin Long; Company: Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Master Studio; Name of school: VTC Youth College; Category: Pendant/Brooch


Themed "The Origin of Life", the competition was divided into the Open Group and Student Group. Hong Kong design talents were encouraged to create and craft enthralling jewellery pieces based on culture, upbringing and life experiences. This year's competition received nearly 100 entries. The winners were chosen by a panel of seven judges based on four criteria – creativity and innovation, aesthetics, craftsmanship and wearability, topic relevance and marketability (for the Open Group only). Winning pieces will be displayed at the Hall 1E Concourse during fair period, allowing jewellery buyers and exhibitors to appreciate the creativity in Hong Kong's original designs.

Open Group brims with original ideas and exquisite designs

Three Best of Show Awards were given out in the Open Category. Tang Yuk Ying clinched the award with her pendant/brooch design Dandelion. The Power of Life. Using a rotating corolla adorned with green garnets, the designer vividly portraits the perseverance and bravery of the dandelion as its seeds ride the wind into the unknown and adversity, it can always take root, survive and thrive.

Another Best of Show Award winner was Law Tsz Wan. His design, Rice, pays homage to Yuan Longping, the "father of hybrid rice". The gold-green pendant/brooch illustrates the sparkling vibrance of a rice stalks and emblems Mr Yuan's invention and his contributions to mankind.

Xu Qihua and her bracelet/necklace design Ocean of Life took home the third Best of Show Award. The design originates from a Greek myth about dolphins guarding oceans. Depicting dolphins darting between waves, the designer urges the wearer to help protect the water resources, ocean and life.

Student Group exudes boundless creativity

To inspire more young design talents to join the jewellery design profession, the competition includes a Student Group, open to students from Hong Kong's registered schools. Mak Tin Long from the VTC Youth College, championed the Group with the pendant/brooch design Life – Cybercity. Its manufacturing company Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Master Studio won Craftsmanship & Technology Award. The design comprises of water molecules, tree roots, tree trunks and skyscrapers made of silver, enamel, topaz and zircon stones projecting a city built on water and Earth's mineral resources, illustrating the importance of harmony between urban development and the nature.

The Student Group's First Runner-up went to Lee Kwan Ho of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. His men's jewellery series The Beetles was inspired by the World Tree, a mythical tree of life. The design features three rhino beetles living in the world tree with a lifespan of only one year, urging humans to experience and cherish life despite the transience of time, life and youth.

The Second Runner-up of the Student Group was Leung Kwok Yee from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Her Taoist-inspired ring design The Creation of Entirety uses different materials to represent different elements of life: Pink and green tourmalines represent "yin" and "yang"; cabochon sapphire means the growth of different species; and the five elements are illustrated by white crystals, interlocking coin shapes (water) on the ring shank, cabochon sapphires on branches (soil and wood) and a burning fire shape in the middle.

Twin jewellery shows attract keen participation from global traders

From 1 to 5 March, more than 2,500 exhibitors will showcase exquisite jewellery items and raw materials at the Hong Kong International Jewellery Show and Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show. Various seminars and events will be organised to allow industry players to stay up-to-date and explore further business opportunities. Topics include Bling Up Your Business with Blockchain & NFT, Hong Kong Jewellery Industry Shines over the World, THE JEWELLERY TRENDBOOK 2024+ 'From Consumer Culture to New Market Opportunities', Jewellery Enamelling: The Techniques, Introduction of 'Dealers in Precious Metals and Stones' Registration Regime, Ammolite – A 71 Million-Year Natural Treasure only from Alberta, Canada, Achieving SDG of Jewellery Testing and Certification Industry through Innovative Integration of Industry, Education, Research and Application. For details, please check https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/intelligence-hub.

Fair websites
– Hong Kong International Jewellery Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en
– Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem and Pearl Show: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkdgp/en
– Events and Seminars: https://www.hktdc.com/event/hkjewellery/en/intelligence-hub
– HKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/en

Photo download:
– The 24th Hong Kong Jewellery Design Competition Award Presentation Ceremony: https://bit.ly/3ILdkFa
– Winning pieces from Open Group and Student Group: https://bit.ly/3ZcgTJR

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

Media enquiries
Please contact the HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Janet Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4369, Email: janet.ch.chan@hktdc.org
Frankie Leung, Tel: +852 2584 4298, Email: frankie.cy.leung@hktdc.org
Dino Chen, Tel: +852 2584 4137, Email: dino.f.chen@hktdc.org

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Malaysian Genomics to Collaborate on Cannabinoid R&D

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, Feb 24, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Berhad, a leading genomics and biopharmaceutical specialist, today announced that the Group has entered into a strategic collaboration with Kensana Health Canada and MAHSA University for the research and development (R&D) of phytopharmaceutical and biotechnology products that can lead to commercialisation.


Dato' Alvin Joseph Nesakumar, Executive Director of Malaysian Genomics


Kensana Health Canada is a biotechnology specialist focused on the R&D of cannabinoid treatments and management of wounds partnered with a German multinational phytopharmaceutical company. MAHSA University is a private Malaysian university focused on allied health sciences with a 48-acre campus in Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor and a diverse population of students from 75 countries.

The strategic collaboration involves all three parties conducting joint R&D on species improvement, identification, formulation and pre-clinical testing of novel phytocompounds with potential therapeutic and commercial value, among other areas.

Dato' Alvin Joseph Nesakumar, Executive Director of Malaysian Genomics said, "The Group welcomes this strategic collaboration with MAHSA and Kensana to expand R&D activities utilising plant-based formulations to produce results that can be commercialised in countries where the law allows the use of cannabinoid medications. In Malaysia, there are also moves to register cannabidiol products this year."

"We have the market knowledge and expertise in the distribution of healthcare-related products while our track record of collaborations and partnerships will help support the Group's focus on the biopharmaceuticals business for growth and sustainability. We also have necessary lab equipment to support the R&D efforts."

Mr. Ken Clement, Chairman and CEO of Kensana Health Canada said, "We look forward to working with Malaysian Genomics and MAHSA by providing our technology and knowledge in advancing the R&D efforts. We have the proprietary knowledge as well as the proven techniques in standardised cannabinoid crops and recipes and have a unique approach to wound management where we are a worldwide leader."

Dato' Dr. Shahril bin Tan Sri Prof. Datuk Haniffa, Group Managing Director of the MAHSA group of companies and MAHSA University said, "This collaboration brings together parties with expertise and knowledge in their fields that we look forward to working and sharing with in areas that the university is interested to see expanded on. Besides identifying novel bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic uses, the collaboration includes offering education and training programmes to stakeholders, inclusive of health professionals, educational institutions and hospitals that is also an important component of advancing the health sciences."

Malaysian Genomics Resource Centre Bhd: 0155 [BURSA: MGRC] [RIC: MGRC:KL] [BBG: MGRC:MK], http://www.mgrc.com.my/

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Trintech’s Cadency V10.3 for SAP ERP Achieves SAP(R) Certified Integration with SAP NetWeaver(R)

DALLAS, TX, Feb 24, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions, today announced that its Cadency V10.3 for SAP ERP solution has achieved SAP-certified integration with the SAP NetWeaver(R) technology platform. Bi-directional in nature, Cadency reduces the cost, time, and risk of data integration with SAP, by automatically retrieving the data required for the reconciliation and close processes, as well as directly validating and posting journal entries in real-time.

"We are thrilled to announce the renewed certification of our Cadency V10.3 for SAP ERP as integrated with SAP NetWeaver," said Michael Ross, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Trintech. "This integration brings enhanced control, automation and data integrity to finance and accounting departments around the world, while also helping to ensure that data flowing to and from their SAP solutions is as seamless as possible."

The SAP Integration and Certification Center (SAP ICC) has certified that the integration software for the product Trintech's Cadency V10.3 for SAP ERP solution integrates with SAP NetWeaver, bringing elevated visibility and control to hundreds of finance and accounting departments around the world. Furthermore, it eliminates the need to develop custom code, making the integration between SAP and Cadency less expensive, quicker, and more efficient. This capability also reduces the dependency on internal IT maintenance services, as the certification helps ensure that all appropriate data is integrated into Cadency.

Trintech has hundreds of customers, such as HP, Boston Scientific, and Serco, running SAP solutions alongside its enterprise platform, Cadency. For example, Serco is running 5,000 balance sheet reconciliations through Cadency on a monthly basis. In addition, it is auto-reconciling 15,000 accounts, saving it 500 hours per month. To gain even further efficiencies, Serco also utilizes Trintech's SAP connector.

"This connector automatically interfaces data flows from our SAP instance into Cadency so our team can begin analyzing it within minutes. Having the direct interface from SAP also gives confidence in the data matching between the two systems," said Paul Adams, Head of New Business and R2R at Serco. From a reporting perspective, Serco's leadership team also now has full visibility into a reporting dashboard that allows them to drill-down into any account and identify risk on the balance sheet.

To learn more on how Trintech can help maximize your investment and close faster each month, please contact us here. https://www.trintech.com/book-a-demo/

About Trintech

Trintech Inc., a pioneer of financial corporate performance management software, combines technical and financial expertise to create innovative, cloud-based software solutions that deliver world-class financial operations and insights. From high volume transaction matching and streamlining daily operational reconciliations, to automating and managing balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, journal entries, disclosure reporting and bank fee analysis, to governance, risk and compliance – Trintech's portfolio of financial solutions, including Cadency(R) Platform, Adra(R) Suite, and targeted tools, ReconNET(TM), T-Recs(R), and UPCS(R), help manage all aspects of the financial close process. Trintech's excellence in both innovation and client support have been recognized with a variety of awards over the years including most recently "Easiest to Do Business With" and "Fastest Implementation" in G2's Fall 2022 Report. Over 3,500 clients worldwide – including the majority of the Fortune 100 – rely on the company's cloud-based software to continuously improve the efficiency, reliability, and strategic insights of their financial operations.

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Trintech has offices located across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, and the Nordic countries, as well as strategic partners in South Africa, Latin America, and the Asia Pacific. To learn more about Trintech, visit www.trintech.com or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

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Palladium One Discovers New Mineralized Chonolith North of RJ Zone and Reports Drill Results for the Smoke Lake Zone, Tyko Nickel – Copper Project, Canada

TORONTO, ON, Feb 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Palladium One Mining Inc. (TSXV: PDM) (OTCQB: NKORF) (FSE: 7N11) (the "Company" or "Palladium One") is pleased to report drill results from the Smoke Lake Zone and reconnaissance drilling in the RJ Area, where the Company has discovered a new mineralized Chonolith / Feeder Dyke on the Tyko Nickel – Copper Project, in Ontario, Canada.

President and CEO, Derrick Weyrauch commented, "These latest results confirm the high-grade nature of the deeper portion of the Smoke Lake Zone. The Smoke Lake area continues to suggest the presence of additional mineralization given the presence of ultramafic rocks that were intersected in several holes and IP anomalies that are still to be fully tested.

"Significantly, reconnaissance drilling north of the RJ Zone discovered a new mineralized Chonolith / Feeder Dyke. Importantly, this drill hole (TK22-093 Figure 2) tested a magnetic high with no ElectroMagnetic ("EM") response. This provides further confirmation of widespread occurrences of Chonolith / Feeder Dyke mineralization on the property, and that these occurrences are not necessarily detectable by airborne EM surveys. Additional drilling at the RJ Zone also returned wide zones (up to 50 meters, Table 1) of at surface disseminated nickel sulphide mineralization similar to historic hole TK16-002 which returned 85.4 meters of 0.5% Ni and 0.2% Cu.

"The 2023 exploration program will continue to focus on these newly identified and interpreted Chonolith / Feeder Dyke structures on the 30,000 hectare Tyko Project (Figure 1)."

The 18 holes which comprise the current release were drilled with two drill rigs, a land-based rig in the Smoke Lake Zone and a helicopter portable rig for reconnaissance holes.

The Smoke Lake Zone drilling focused on testing Induced Polarization ("IP") anomalies (Figure 3) for which Exploration Permits had been received, as well as infill drilling on the deeper part of the Smoke Lake Zone (Figure 4). Ultramafic rocks were intersected (hole TK22-079) in the IP anomaly interpreted to represent the southeast extension of the Smoke Lake Zone (Figure 3). However, further testing is warranted as no sulphide mineralization was intersected and the IP anomaly remains unexplained. The IP anomaly located to the north of Smoke Lake, which also hosts a coincident magnetic anomaly and copper in soils anomaly of up to 195ppm (Figure 3) was tested by hole TK22-095 but also remains unexplained. A yet to be received Exploration Permit is required to fully test this IP anomaly. The presence of several occurrences of ultramafic rocks in drilling, the unexplained IP and soil anomalies suggest that additional mineralization is yet to be found in the larger Smoke Lake area.

The reconnaissance drilling program focused on testing the historic RJ and Tyko zones, a new single line EM anomaly and Interpreted Chonolith Structures (TK22-093). Hole TK22-093 is significant as this target was identified by magnetics alone, with no EM signature and consisted of sheared ultramafic rocks with disseminated nickel sulphide mineralization.

The drilling on the RJ and Tyko zones assisted in establishing the geometry of the mineralization, with the RJ zone confirmed to be dipping steeply to the north, similar to the West Pickle Zone located 3 kilometers to the west. Two 400 meter Borehole ElectroMagnetic ("BHEM") platform holes (TK22-083 and 085) were also drilled at RJ and Tyko to test for massive sulphide mineralization at depth. Within the typical 200-meter observation radius of the holes, no conductors were identified. Hole TK22-083 at RJ intersect several local zones of scattered disseminated nickel mineralization, locally to 0.6% Ni and 0.26% Cu (Table 1.) indicating that the zone does continue to depth.

The 2022 drill program consisted of 70 holes totaling 13,038 meters, of which 27 holes are pending assay results. The 2023 field season is currently underway, with a high-resolution magnetic survey having been completed. The survey was designed to refine the geometry of the interpreted feeder dykes / chonoliths across the Tyko project's 30-kilometer strike length prior to additional drill testing.

Figure 1. Tyko Property map showing various mineralized zones and multi-line VTEM anomalies, background is Calculated Vertical Gradient Magnetics ("CVG").
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Figure 2. Plan and stylized long section looking north perpendicular to the interpreted chonolith structures linking the West Pickle, RJ and Tyko zones showing potential for massive sulphide mineralization beyond the depth detectable by the 2021 VTEM airborne survey. Note, hole TK22-093, in the top right corner of the plan map intersected nickel mineralization in a new chonolith structure.
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Figure 3. Smoke Lake area showing all drilling to date, along with IP chargeability anomalies, VTEMax EM trends (dashed white line), Copper in soil anomalies, and ultramafic rock intersects. Background is total field magnetics.
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Figure 4. Plan map of Smoke Lake Zone showing all drilling to date, (red collars are 2022 drill holes, black collars are 2020-2021 drill holes) background is 1st vertical magnetics.
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Table 1: Assay Results: Tyko 2022 Drill Results Smoke Lake, RJ and Tyko Zones
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Table 2: Drill Hole Locations for assay results from this News Release
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QA/QC

The drilling program was carried out under the supervision of Neil Pettigrew, M.Sc., P. Geo., Vice President of Exploration, and a Director of the Company.

Drill core samples were split using a rock saw by Company staff, with half retained in the core box and stored onsite at the Tyko exploration camp core yard facility.

Samples were transported in secure bags directly from the logging facility at the onsite exploration camp, to the Activation Laboratories Ltd. ("Actlabs") in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Actlabs, which is ISO 17025 accredited with CAN-P-1579 (Mineral Lab). In addition to ISO 17025 accreditation, Actlabs is accredited/certified to ISO 9001:2015. All samples are crushed to 2 millimeters with a 250-gram split pulverized to 105 microns. Analysis for PGEs is performed using a 30 grams fire assay with an ICP-OES finish and for Ni, Cu, and Co using 0.25 grams by 4 acid digestion with ICP-OES finish. Ni, Cu and Co samples over 1.0 wt% were re-analysed by ore grade methods using 4 acid digestion with ICP-OES finish.

Certified standards, blanks and crushed duplicates are placed in the sample stream at a rate of one QA/QC sample per 10 core samples. Results are analyzed for acceptance within the defined limits of the standard used before being released to the public.

About Tyko Nickel – Copper – Cobalt Project

The Tyko Nickel – Copper – Cobalt Project, is located approximately 65 kilometers northeast of Marathon Ontario, Canada. Tyko is an early stage, high sulphide tenor, nickel – copper (2:1 ratio) project and currently has five known mineralized zones spanning over a 20 kilometer strike length.

Qualified Person

The technical information in this release has been reviewed and verified by Neil Pettigrew, M.Sc., P. Geo., Vice President of Exploration and a director of the Company and the Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.

About Palladium One

Palladium One Mining Inc. (TSXV: PDM) is focused on discovering environmentally and socially conscious Metals for Green Transportation. A Canadian mineral exploration and development company, Palladium One is targeting district scale, platinum-group-element (PGE)-copper-nickel deposits in Canada and Finland. The Lantinen Koillismaa (LK) Project in north-central Finland, is a PGE-copper-nickel project that has existing NI43-101 Mineral Resources, while both the Tyko and Canalask high-grade nickel-copper projects are located in Ontario and the Yukon, Canada, respectively. Follow Palladium One on LinkedIn, Twitter, and at www.palladiumoneinc.com.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
"Derrick Weyrauch"
President & CEO, Director

For further information contact:
Derrick Weyrauch, President & CEO
Email: info@palladiumoneinc.com

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

This press release is not an offer or a solicitation of an offer of securities for sale in the United States of America. The common shares of Palladium One Mining Inc. have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration.

Information set forth in this press release may contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements that relate to future, not past events. In this context, forward-looking statements often address a company's expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as "anticipate", "believe", "plan", "estimate", "expect", and "intend", statements that an action or event "may", "might", "could", "should", or "will" be taken or occur, or other similar expressions. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or other future events, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, among others, risks associated with project development; the need for additional financing; operational risks associated with mining and mineral processing; fluctuations in palladium and other commodity prices; title matters; environmental liability claims and insurance; reliance on key personnel; the absence of dividends; competition; dilution; the volatility of our common share price and volume; and tax consequences to Canadian and U.S. Shareholders. Forward-looking statements are made based on management's beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date that statements are made and the Company undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change. Investors are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward-looking statements.

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Hektar REIT Realised Net Income higher by 187% for FY2022

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd., the Manager of Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust (Hektar REIT), today announced its annual year results for the financial year ended 31 December 2022 (FY2022) with revenue of RM117.5 million, a substantial increase of 21.6% compared with the RM96.6 million for FY2021. The higher revenue is attributed to the increased rental income, including high turnover rent, increased car park income and higher hotel occupancy with an increase in the average room rates. Hektar REIT registered a Net Property Income (NPI) of RM58.7 million, a significant increase of 24.8% compared to RM47 million in the preceding year. Realised Net Income was RM36.4 million, a notable increase of 187% compared to the previous year. The dividend yield for FY2022 was 11.4% which was higher than the pre-Covid period (FY2019), with an impressive annual return of 60.8% based on the share price performance. The Net Asset Value (NAV) per unit for FY2022 was at RM1.27, an increase of 9% compared to RM1.16 in the previous year. There was also a notable increase in the fair value of the Hektar REIT Investment Portfolio of RM41.6 million.



En. Johari Shukri Bin Jamil, Chief Executive Officer of Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd


Portfolio Performance for FY2022:

FY2022 was the year of recovery for the retail sector after the Covid-19 pandemic and the various restrictions & closures it brought. Hektar REIT's portfolio occupancy showed resilience at 82% as the majority of its assets maintained more than 80% occupancy rate. Our mall, Kulim Central, located in Kedah, continues to grow post refurbishment as its occupancy exceeds 96% with a double-digit valuation increase year-on-year. The Management successfully managed to attract 178 new & existing tenants, covering 22.8% of the total Net Lettable Area (NLA), equivalent to 466,357 sq. ft.

Despite the challenging retail environment, the Management remains steadfast in boosting occupancies by focusing on retaining key tenants, reviewing its current mall strategies, and working with innovative and creative retailers who are expected to bring the desired impact to the mall. According to the Manager, good brands are still expanding and in 2022, new & refreshed retailers were introduced in the malls, such as 4Fingers Crispy Chicken, Machines, Sushi Go, Oppo, Switch, Samsung, Myeong Dong Topokki, Siam Restaurant, Gigi Coffee, Yole Yoghurt, Rollney, Felancy, Pierre Cardin, Vivo and Madam Croffle to name a few.

All malls under the portfolio experienced an uptrend in visitor traffic following Malaysia's transition to endemicity after the COVID-19 pandemic, showing positive signs of a return in shoppers' confidence at Hektar malls. Overall visitor footfall count increased to 21.1 million in 2022, a massive jump of 60% compared to last year. It was primarily due to the intensified marketing initiatives, including sales-driven promotional campaigns, various events & activities that were implemented to cater to our loyal shoppers & patrons and Corporate Social Responsibility related events to serve the communities in which our shopping centres operate. All these initiatives have assisted our tenants' sales to inch closer to pre-pandemic levels of 2019 and helped them improve their cash flow by enjoying reduced occupancy costs.

En. Johari Shukri bin Jamil, Chief Executive Officer of Hektar Asset Management Sdn. Bhd. said: "Hektar REIT has shown tremendous persistence & resilience in FY2022 and has worked closely with our tenants, shoppers & other key stakeholders. Malls are evolving into lifestyle-centric places for people to meet, socialise, interact and learn. We are confident and believe they will remain the preferred destinations for entertainment, social activities and shopping amongst Malaysians as long as our malls stay relevant."

"Our focus is on initiatives that will benefit our malls and retailers in the long run through implementing focused strategies that will bring improvements in visitor footfall and encourage higher customer spending, resulting in a continuous positive upward cycle and sustainable growth. Our results for FY2022 have shown that our strategies are yielding the desired results. However, we remain cautiously optimistic about the 2023 outlook given the volatile economic landscape driven by hawkish monetary policy in response to inflationary pressure. We will continue to work harder to provide a fulfilling shopping experience to our loyal patrons and sustainable returns to our Unitholders."

Sustainability & ESG Awards for FY2022:

Hektar REIT embarked on energy efficiency & optimisation initiatives in 2017, in line with our commitment and goal to reduce our carbon footprint. The Management Team has been clear on its sense of responsibility, commitment and sincerity towards implementing initiatives and strategies that mitigate climate change associated risks, provide a positive impact on the community, uphold the best governance practices which are also aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).

Hektar REIT is a constituent of the FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia Index and the rating was upgraded from a 3-star to a 4-star in its latest evaluation by FTSE Russell in June 2022. The Management team remains committed to continuously looking at and adopting sustainability-linked initiatives as part of the core strategy & decision-making process. We will continue to enhance our efforts in managing material sustainability matters, including climate change adaptation, pollution prevention, water and waste management, and managing energy consumption, including incorporating renewable energy in our energy mix moving forward. Hektar REIT's Assets Under Management (AUM) comprise five neighbourhood malls and one regional mall. Since acquiring these properties, our focus has always been on serving our community.

For FY2022, Hektar REIT's efforts have been recognised and rewarded with three awards for Sustainability & ESG Initiatives:

– Hektar REIT has been awarded "Company of the Year" under the "Stakeholder and Community Sustainability Engagement Initiatives" category of the Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2022.
– Hektar REIT was awarded two Silver awards at The Edge Malaysia ESG Awards 2022:
— Most Improved Performance Award Over Three Years (for Market Cap below RM300M); and
— Property & REIT Sector Award.

The awards recognise and honour Malaysian companies' commitment to developing and enhancing their business operations according to the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles.

4Q 2022 Financial Results:

For the fourth quarter ended 31 December 2022 (4Q 2022), Hektar REIT recorded revenue of RM27.9 million, which is 11.7% higher than RM25 million for 4Q 2021. Net Property Income was RM10 million for the quarter under review, which was lower by 18.9% compared to the RM12.4 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous year due to the higher upkeep, repair & maintenance expenses that were incurred to cater for improving domestic demand & normalisation of economic activities.

Hektar REIT: http://www.hektarreit.com/

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The 1st Meeting of the Organizing Committee for the 21st Conference on International Exchange of Professionals Convenes

SHENZHEN, CHINA, Feb 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The first meeting of the organizing committee for the 21st Conference on International Exchange of Professionals (hosted by “Shenzhen Center for International Exchange of Personnel”, referred to as “the 21st CIEP”) was held via video conference on February 16.

Li Meng, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Director of the National Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs, and Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the 21st CIEP as well as Qin Weizhong, Mayor of Shenzhen and Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the 21st CIEP, attended the meeting and delivered speeches. The meeting was also attended by officials from the Department of Foreign Experts Affairs, the Department of Social Development, the Department of Achievements and Regional Affairs, the Department of Talent and Science Popularization, the Department of Cooperation, the Exchange Center, the International Talent Exchange Center, and science and technology management departments from provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities including Beijing, Shanghai, Liaoning, Shandong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangdong, Hainan, and Ningxia, as well as representatives from cooperating organizations for the Conference.

In his speech, Vice Minister Li Meng pointed out that The 21st conference on international exchange of professionals is the first large-scale international exchange activity held by the Ministry of Science and Technology since the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. The 21st CIEP should take the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China and the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping on implementing the strategies of rejuvenating China through science and education, building a strong country through talent development, and driving development through innovation as guidance. The Conference should build an important platform for international talent exchange, showcase China’s technological and cultural exchange, promote the international exchange of talents, and further enhance service capabilities. The 21st CIEP should play a greater role in promoting the construction of a new development pattern and creating a globally competitive open innovation ecosystem. It should grasp the forefront of scientific and technological development and talent flow trends, closely follow national strategies, increase the introduction of high-quality resources, fully leverage the advantages of various media platforms, and further enhance the influence of the 21st CIEP at home and abroad. The 21st CIEP should strengthen supervision, management, and services, pay attention to the protection of intellectual property rights, and create a good environment for cooperation and exchanges among participants.

He also expressed his hope that science and technology departments from all over the country would actively utilize the platform of the conference, seize the opportunity to gather high-quality resources, and actively invite local representative enterprises, research institutes, universities and other talent agglomeration platforms to participate in the exhibition and conference. They should also collect and screen a batch of urgently needed cooperative projects and talent demands, strengthen early-stage communication, promote practical cooperation between supply and demand, and further improve the sense of gain of enterprises, universities, and institutes on the conference platform.

Mayor Qin Weizhong stated that the Conference on International Exchange of Professionals is a high-level and international talent event in China and an important platform for international scientific and technological innovation cooperation. Shenzhen will comprehensively and systematically study, publicize, and implement the spirit of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, conscientiously implement the important thoughts of General Secretary Xi Jinping on doing a good job in talent work in the new era, adhere to government guidance, market operation, mutual benefit, and win-win cooperation, innovate mechanisms, enrich business models, and expand functions. The city will coordinate the exhibition display, service guarantee, and publicity and reporting work, and make every effort to promote accurate docking and pragmatic cooperation of talents, projects, technology, products, and services. The city aims to make the conference unique, influential, and highly impactful, and to make positive contributions to building a strong talent nation and providing strong talent support for achieving high-level technological self-reliance and promoting Chinese-style modernization.

At the meeting, Wang Youming, Director of the Shenzhen Municipal Committee of Science and Technology Innovation, reported on the general work plan of the 21st CIEP, and representatives from various provinces and cities attending the conference exchanged speeches. The meeting was chaired by Huang Qiang, Deputy Secretary-General of the Shenzhen Municipal Government. Approved by the authorities, the 21st CIEP will be held in Shenzhen on April 15-16. This conference will fully implement the Central Committee of the Party’s decision-making arrangements, centering around the theme of “promoting scientific and technological innovation, seeking common development, and benefiting global talents”. It will be based on internationalization, specialization, low-carbon, Informa ionization, and marketization, enhancing the leadership, strength, driving force, support, and source of innovation, building an international platform for technological innovation and talent exchange, and working together to share the “Chinese opportunity” of promoting scientific and technological innovation and innovative development, accelerating the construction of an open innovation ecosystem and the Community of Shared Future for Mankind.

Shenzhen Center for International Exchange of Personnel
Department of Publicity & Planning
Wang Chan
86 0755-81707961
86 0755-81773121
wangchan@ciep.gov.cn
http://ciep.gov.cn/

SOURCE: Shenzhen Center for International Exchange of Personnel



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Minetech Posts 58% Gain in 3Q Revenue to RM36 Million

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Minetech Resources Berhad, a civil engineering specialist and bituminous products manufacturer, today announced that the Company registered a 58.6% gain in revenue to RM36.3 million for the third quarter ended 31 December 2022 (3Q FY2023) compared with revenue of RM22.9 million in 3Q FY2022.


Matt Chin, Executive Director of Minetech


For the quarter under review, the Company recorded profit before tax (PBT) of RM0.2 million compared with loss before tax (LBT) of RM3.1 million while EBITDA has recorded its highest improvement of 166% compared to 3Q FY2022.

By segment, the civil engineering division registered a 41% rise in revenue to RM22.0 million in 3Q FY2023 compared with RM15.6 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. The bituminous products division's revenue grew by a significant 150% to RM10.0 million compared with RM4.0 million while the services division recorded a 60% increase in revenue to RM3.2 million compared with RM2.0 million.

For the nine months ended 31 December 2022 (9M FY2023), the Company registered a 45.3% increase in revenue to RM87.3 million compared with RM60.1 million in the corresponding period of the previous financial year. LBT narrowed significantly by 76.2% in 9M FY2023 to RM2.9 million compared with RM12.2 million in 9M FY2022.

Matt Chin, Executive Director of Minetech, said, "The Company is on the right growth path as we continue to see our losses narrow on significantly higher revenue contributions from the civil engineering and bituminous products divisions. We are also seeing a recovery in the services division and the food and beverage division is starting to contribute too."

"Following our two-pronged strategic focus in 2020, the Company diversified into areas that can support financial performance while at the same time, transforming and rationalising the business. Our ventures now include financial technology and renewable energy, areas that have long-term growth and that can provide recurring income."

"The Company is cautiously optimistic for the coming quarters given that the Malaysian construction sector expanded 8.8% in 2022, with all subsectors registering growth according to data from the Statistics Department. Notably, there was 20.8% growth in the civil engineering subsector in 4Q while the non-residential buildings subsector expanded 19.0% and special trade activities subsector grew 12.7%."

Minetech Resources Bhd: 7219 [BURSA: MINE], https://minetech.com.my/

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Gotion High-Tech Wins Volkswagen Cell Test Lab Qualification

HONG KONG, Feb 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – On February 21, Gotion High-tech was officially granted the Volkswagen Cell Test Lab qualification certificate. This certification marks the recognition of Gotion's test capability by Volkswagen and its formal entry into the world-leading technological management system.


Gotion High-Tech Cell Test Lab Qualification Award Ceremony

Chairman of Gotion High-Tech, Li Zhen(right six, front row). Director of Gotion High-Tech, Executive Vice President of VW Group China, Frank Engel( right seven, front row). Vice President of VW Group China, Olaf Korzinovski(right eight, front row)


As one of the world's largest automotive groups, Volkswagen Group has raised more stringent requirements than global industrial standards for such fields as reliability validation, test period and environment, and innovative testing methods, so as to ensure product reliability, safety, and high performance through the strict control over product performance limit tests, safety boundary exploration and representativeness of test characterization results.

Covering an area of more than 60,000 square meters, the Gotion High-Tech Validation Engineering Institute has established four validation bases in Xinzhan, Baohe, and Lujiang of Hefei and Jiading of Shanghai, and four test platforms for cell material and component testing, cell testing, system testing, and safety & reliability testing, enabling the full-size and life-cycle validation analysis from raw materials to battery systems. The laboratory was accredited by CNAS in 2015, and by domestic and international professional organizations, such as TUV, CSA, and CCS, demonstrating that its validation capability has reached a global-leading level. In recent years, the Validation Engineering Institute has been committed to the verification and development of Volkswagen's new system of cells and providing validation and testing cooperation support for the whole platform system of Volkswagen Group. Both parties have given play to each other's advantages and realized technological complementation and resource sharing.

The successful certification marks Gotion's formal entry into the world-leading technological management system. In the future, Gotion will continue to support Volkswagen's project validation with high-level technology and high-quality products. Both parties will strengthen cooperation and complement each other to facilitate the realization of carbon neutrality."


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Doubleview Provides Update on Milestone 56% Scandium Phosphate Recovery in First Phase Metallurgical Testing at the HAT Deposit

Vancouver, BC, Feb 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) ("Doubleview") is pleased to provide additional information regarding the metallurgical process and significance of achieving 56% scandium ("Sc") recovery to a scandium phosphate precipitate, in the first attempt of sequential purification of HAT deposit flotation tailings. The HAT Copper-Gold-Scandium-Cobalt deposit is located in the Golden Triangle region of the Atlin Mining District in British Columbia.

Initial independent laboratory tests completed by Coffey, Tetra Tech were designed to demonstrate the validity of the underlying process chemistry. Achieving 56% Sc recovery shows that primarily, the response to the treatment program was predictable and as anticipated.

Expectations are that scandium recoveries in the range of 80% to 90% will ultimately be achievable with further process development and optimisation. Production of a phosphate lends itself to the solution purification scheme currently under test. Once recovered, scandium can be converted to other forms. Alternative treatment strategies are also being considered.

EUR ING Andrew Carter B.Sc. CEng. MIMMM, MSAIMM SME of Coffey, Tetra Tech noted "Even at moderate recoveries, the HAT deposit has the potential to meet international demand for scandium for the foreseeable future. As scandium is a by-product of a waste stream, recovery is not the fundamental driver, cost is. If it can be demonstrated that scandium can be recovered at an acceptable cost, then scandium has the potential to add significant value to the HAT deposit. A techno-economic evaluation for the production of scandium as a by-product of HAT copper-gold production will be evaluated on conclusion of the test work phase."

Mr. Carter also noted that "Reported recovery rates for other projects, either in planning or under development, are 76.2% at the Flemington Project on the low end, and 88.0% at the Syerston Project on the upper end. This positions the potential for Doubleview's HAT deposit favourably as it is targeting an 80-90% recovery rate, however it is noted that other scandium projects currently under consideration are treating laterites.

Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO stated "Current research has shown, that scandium is a unique metal which, when combined with certain other metals, significantly enhances the strength of the alloy while also reducing its weight. This results in lighter and stronger materials that can potentially be essential for a wide range of products where efficiency is crucial. The HAT property is among the few mineral bodies in North America that contain significant amount of scandium."

Scandium is associated with crustal rocks and mafic and utra-mafic lithologies such as amphiboles and pyroxenes (in particular clinopyroxene) and so is primarily associated with the tails stream of a conventional copper flotation process employed in the treatment of a porphyry ore. In a fully integrated process, the HAT deposit could produce a high-gold, low-cobalt copper concentrate and a low-gold, high-cobalt pyrite concentrate. The pyrite concentrate could be used to produce acid for the recovery of cobalt from roaster calcines and scandium from flotation tails.

Qualified Persons:

EUR ING Andrew Carter B.Sc. CEng. MIMMM, MSAIMM SME of Coffey, Tetra Tech is Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the HAT Project Metallurgical Studies as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects and has reviewed and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is independent of Doubleview.

About Doubleview Gold Corp

Doubleview Gold Corp, a mineral resource exploration and development company, is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (GER: A1W038) (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview identifies, acquires and finances precious and base metal exploration projects in North America, particularly in British Columbia. Doubleview increases shareholder value through acquisition and exploration of quality gold, copper and silver properties and the application of advanced state-of-the-art exploration methods. The Company's portfolio of strategic properties provides diversification and mitigates investment risk.

On behalf of the Board of Directors,
Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive Officer

For further information please contact:

Doubleview Gold Corp
Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani
President & CEO
T: (604) 678-9587
E: corporate@doubleview.ca

Forward-Looking Statements

Information set forth in this news release contains forward-looking statements that are based on assumptions as of the date of this news release. These statements reflect management's current estimates, beliefs, intentions and expectations. They are not guarantees of future performance. Doubleview cautions that all forward looking statements are inherently uncertain and that actual performance may be affected by a number of material factors, many of which are beyond Doubleview's control. Such factors include, among other things: risks and uncertainties relating to Doubleview's limited operating history and the need to comply with environmental and governmental regulations. Accordingly, actual and future events, conditions and results may differ materially from the estimates, beliefs, intentions and expectations expressed or implied in the forward- looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, Doubleview undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information.

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Web 3 streaming platform myco secures rights for HBL PSL 8 cricket coverage across MENA

DUBAI, UAE, Feb 22, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – myco (formerly known as MContent), a leading entertainment and sports streaming platform will stream the Pakistan Super League (HBL PSL Season 8) through criclife 2 on its Web 3 streaming platform in the MENA region for free, offering viewers the chance to watch the live stream of PSL matches in high quality and participate in the unique "watch and earn" mechanism that rewards them for the time they spend watching the matches.



Key Highlights:
– myco acquires the distribution rights for Pakistan Super League and will show live streams of all matches on www.myco.io
– The platform's unique watch and earn mechanism will allow cricket enthusiasts to earn rewards from watching their favorite sports content.
– The newly formed partnership with the Quetta Gladiators makes myco the first Web3 company to ever sponsor a professional cricket team in PSL

"We are excited to offer the PSL matches on our Web 3 streaming platform in the MENA region," said Umair Masoom, founder and managing partner at myco. "Our viewers will enjoy the high-quality streaming experience and the chance to earn rewards while watching the matches."

Approximately US$50,000 will be distributed amongst the viewers of HBL PSL Season 8 on myco. The matches can be streamed on www.myco.io or the app which can be downloaded from https://bit.ly/3w3BLpX.

Acquiring the streaming rights for cricket competitions like the HBL PSL is only one element of myco's strategic move into sports. The company has also recently announced its partnership with one of the leading teams in the PSL, the Quetta Gladiators which makes it the first Web3 company to ever sponsor a professional cricket team in the PSL. Additionally, myco has an original production in the works which is directed by Emmy award winning film-maker Mo Ali, which will provide viewers with a unique insight into the interesting history and future of the Quetta Gladiators team, featuring the stars of Quetta Gladiators and the founders.

"We are delighted to partner with a visionary company like myco," said Nadeem Omar, Owner of the Quetta Gladiators. "As a leading team in the PSL, we are always looking for ways to innovate and engage with our fans. We look forward to seeing what the future holds with myco as our partner."

myco's focus on user engagement and the use of Web 3 technology has allowed the company to quickly establish itself as a leading platform in the region. In December 2022, the company had a major success with the exclusive rights to stream the India tour of Bangladesh series, distributing rewards worth over US$26,000 to viewers.

The addition of the PSL to myco's Web 3 streaming platform is a significant step forward in the company's efforts to offer innovative and engaging sports content to viewers. myco's "watch and earn" mechanism, which allows viewers to accumulate rewards for the time they spend watching matches, has been a popular feature on the platform.

About myco

MContent (now myco) is a web3 video streaming platform where SVOD and AVOD capabilities have been vertically integrated in a decentralized environment. The myco platform empowers viewers and creators in a fully decentralized video eco-system with live monetization, crowdfunding, gating NFTs and fractional ownership of content.

The myco platform has almost 1.3 million registered users from across the globe with major footprint in MENA and North America, 500 leading content creator channels, and more than 100,000 user generated videos, as well as a collection of 50 myco original productions and 1000 hours of premium exclusive content. The myco platform is run through its native cryptocurrency (MContent), which is available on the BNB Smart Chain (BEP20), and is trading on multiple exchanges since 2021.

Recently myco disrupted the sports streaming space by become the first in MENA region to offer exclusive live sports in a watch&earn model with participation from 9 top UAE brands as advertising partners. myco also pioneers an elevated content experience through the creation of the Cineverse (cinema in the metaverse).

Watch it. Earn it. Own it – with myco
www.myco.io
Download now: https://bit.ly/3w3BLpX

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