HKTDC’s four major focus areas create opportunities via Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Jan 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – As Hong Kong reopens its doors to Mainland China and the world at large, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will roll out a full season of global trade fairs and conferences, coupled with a plethora of overseas promotions, to create opportunities for the Hong Kong, Mainland and international business communities.

The HKTDC also welcomes the further relaxation of quarantine measures announced by the Hong Kong SAR Government today, and will work together with the Government to attract Mainland Chinese and overseas business people to return to Hong Kong and accelerate Hong Kong's commercial and trade development.

HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said: "As travel between Hong Kong and Mainland China and the world has resumed, we are delighted to experience the vitality of our events last week, which welcomed international business leaders from some 100 countries to participate physically and online. Looking ahead, we will align our strategy to support the Hong Kong SAR Government's policies and the 14th Five-Year Plan to reinvigorate the city's economy, and have prepared a full programme of fairs, conferences, overseas promotions and support activities throughout the year, giving full play to Hong Kong's unique advantages of being backed by the motherland and connected to the world. We also aim to reinforce Hong Kong's role as a global business hub and help international, Mainland and local businesses connect and succeed."

Having successfully concluded several major events, including the Asian Financial Forum and fairs focused on toys and games, babies, stationery, and wine and spirits that welcomed business people from some 100 countries, the HKTDC's strategy for 2023-2024 will support the Hong Kong SAR Government's policies to strengthen the city's economy and its status as a global business hub, while integrating Hong Kong further into national economic development.

HKTDC's 2023-2024 major work focus is as follows:

1) Help Hong Kong attract investment and talent by creating opportunities that bring international and Mainland companies to do business via Hong Kong:
– With the Hong Kong-Mainland China border reopening, the HKTDC will focus on opportunities arising from the 14th Five-Year Plan;
– The HKTDC will leverage Hong Kong's role as an international financial and trading hub to attract global companies to do business through Hong Kong;
– To mark the Belt and Road Initiative's 10th anniversary, the HKTDC will enrich the content of this year's Belt and Road Summit;
– The HKTDC will promote Hong Kong's role in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) to both the Mainland and overseas markets, with its GoGBA programme and Guangdong-Hong Kong Cooperation Week in May, featuring SmartHK in Guangzhou and ChicHK in Shenzhen as anchor events;
– To attract more overseas companies to do business via Hong Kong, the HKTDC will organise overseas missions led by Hong Kong SAR Government officials, and sector-based China Overseas Investment (COI) missions;
– We will enrich our deal-making work through our major conferences, including Asian Financial Forum, Belt and Road Summit and other industry events, to facilitate tripartite cooperation between Hong Kong service providers, Mainland investors and overseas project owners.

2) Tell Hong Kong stories to overseas business communities by utilising the HKTDC's network of 50 offices worldwide and 47 Hong Kong Business Associations:
– The HKTDC will focus on key regions within ASEAN and RCEP;
– The long-awaited overseas mega promotion, Think Business, Think Hong Kong, will be held in Thailand in July to promote the Hong Kong brand together with the Hong Kong family of organisations, while other seminars and webinars will be held in other markets around the world;
– The HKTDC will organise Hong Kong pavilions at major expos and fairs, such as China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing, CIIE in Shanghai, China International Consumer Products Expo in Haikou (Hainan Expo), Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nuremberg International Toy Fair and MIDO Eyewear Show in Milan.

3) Reinforce pillar industries and develop emerging industries in Hong Kong by promoting key opportunities in tech and innovation, medical and healthcare, and sustainability and integrating these into our pillar industry events:
– In addition to supporting year-round sourcing with HKTDC's Exhibition+ model and Click2Match digital service, the HKTDC will consolidate the tech-oriented fairs in April and launch the new Business of Innovation and Technology Week with the new InnoEx, replacing the International ICT Expo. We will also strengthen BIP Asia Forum's focus on IP to help commercialise and expand technology advancements;
– An expanded version of International Healthcare Week, integrating the Asia Summit on Global Health and Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair, will be held in May to reinforce Hong Kong's position as a premier medical and healthcare innovation and investment platform;
– With Eco Expo as the anchor event, we will expand the promotion of sustainability across other HKTDC platforms by highlighting the theme at major conferences and trade fairs, launching an ESG track under the Transformation Sandbox (T-Box) SME support programme and other platforms; In addition, the ESG track will be featured at major industry events, including Asian Financial Forum, Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference and more.

4) Support enterprises, especially SMEs and start-ups, with year-round support programmes:
– The HKTDC will continue with its Support Scheme for Pursuing Development in the Mainland to help Hong Kong companies operating in the mainland, with T-Box for Hong Kong SMEs, GoGBA platform for Hong Kong and international companies tapping the GBA market, Start-up Express for start-ups as well as with Design Gallery (DG) to promote local brands and designs;
– The younger generation will also be able to expand their horizons by joining HKTDC's Trade Ambassador Programme (TAP) to learn about Hong Kong's different industries and opportunities, especially in the GBA.

The HKTDC remains committed to connecting businesses with opportunities via Hong Kong, promoting the city's advantages to the global business community and strengthening its role as a world-class business hub, and a two-way investment and trade platform for GBA, ASEAN and RCEP.

For details of HKTDC's work focus, please visit: https://aboutus.hktdc.com/en/

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
HKTDC's Communications & Public Affairs Department:
Agnes Wat, Tel: +852 2584 4554, Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.org
Sam Ho, Tel: +852 2584 4569, Email: sam.sy.ho@hktdc.org

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CITIC Telecom CPC Has a Rosy Start in 2023 with Multiple Distinguished Awards and Certifications

HONG KONG, Jan 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited (CITIC Telecom CPC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited ("CITIC Telecom", SEHK: 1883), has been well recognized for its dedication to upholding the motto "Innovation Never Stops", in-depth industry know-how and continuous innovation. At the start of the year, the company has won its first world-renowned honor at PTC Awards 2023 organized by Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC). The team has been honored with "Outstanding Innovation or Transformation Award" for its AI-AR Remote Hand solutions. The company has further announced multiple certifications and innovation awards in recent months, which underscores its professionalism and global standards of services, products and technical talents, and the potential to be ranked as a world-class DICT service provider.

Receives "Outstanding Innovation or Transformation Award" at PTC Awards 2023

Achieves CMMI Maturity Level 3 Certifications [Defined]

Garners 3 accolades at the iFLYTEK AI Developer Competition 2022

Mr. Brook Wong, Chief Executive Officer of CITIC Telecom CPC said, "We are very pleased that CITIC Telecom CPC has received multiple international awards and quality certifications for the continuous commitment and dedication of our team, which is also a testament to our innovative thinking and excellence in algorithms and computing. As a pioneer in innovation, we strive to accelerate development, elevate customer experience, optimize our professional and international innovative solutions, expand corporate customer businesses to grow our presence in different market segments, and unleash the limitless potential to create a digitalized and intelligent future with ICT-MiiND strategy and intelligent services."

Distinguished awards and certifications won by CITIC Telecom CPC include:

— "Outstanding Innovation or Transformation Award" for the AI-AR Remote Hand solutions at Pacific Telecommunications Council's PTC Awards 2023
— "CMMI Maturity Level 3 Certifications [Defined]" verified by the CMMI Institute
— Won at the iFLYTEK AI Developer Competition 2022 hosted by iFLYTEK Co., Ltd., China Information Industry Association (CIIA) and National Intelligent Voice Innovation Center. 3 accolades namely
Championship in the "Schedule Information Extraction of Email Notifications Challenge"
Championship in the "Information Recognition of Medical Invoices Challenge", and
the 2nd second runner-up in the "Information Recognition of Nucleic Acid Test Reports Challenge"

PTC Awards Winner as a Sign of Worldwide Accreditation
As a prestigious global non-profit membership organization, Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC) is well-known in the Pacific Rim countries for its annual conference as a critical platform of the telecommunications industry. The PTC Awards 2023 aims to acknowledge the industry's remarkable contributions to society and business, and CITIC Telecom CPC has the great honor to receiving "Outstanding Innovation or Transformation Award" with its "AI-AR Remote Hand" solutions for the first time. In addition to the recognition of its expertise in intelligent innovation, this award highlights the outstanding performance of the award-winning solutions against others and the significant contributions to the development of innovation within the industry.

CITIC Telecom CPC's award-winning "AI-AR Remote Hand Solution" integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies together with CITIC Telecom CPC's AI algorithmic capabilities and visual technologies, enabling field engineers and remote support teams to collaborate seamlessly for workplace conditions monitoring via AR glasses. Not only can it be applied across industries, but it also unleashes enormous business values and new service experience in multiple scenarios.

Authoritative Certification as a Proof of Aligning with International Standards
Following six months of rigorous assessment and evaluation by its Information Compliance team and Application Development team, CITIC Telecom CPC has achieved the "CMMI Maturity Level 3 Certifications [Defined]" by the CMMI Institute in November 2022, which signifies the company has aligned with the worldwide mainstream models and has obtained international recognition in software development and standardization, process improvement and project management. This CMMI certification is also an essential indicator for constructing IT projects in many enterprises, businesses and government sectors.

As an integration of new practices in software engineering, system engineering, project management, process management and vendor management, the CMMI Maturity Level 3 Certifications [Defined] is a significant milestone for CITIC Telecom CPC in improving its capabilities of software development and management. Looking ahead, the company will continue to enhance its technology and services of cloud, network, intelligence and security for more innovative changes in the ICT industry.

Wins Three Major Awards in a Row Showcase its Innovative Capabilities and Efficiency
In the iFLYTEK AI Developer Competition, a renowned artificial intelligence competition in China, the Data Science and Innovation team of CITIC Telecom CPC has outdone itself to showcase its expertise and advanced innovation capability with three major awards including two championships in the "Schedule Information Extraction of Email Notifications Challenge" and "Information Recognition of Medical Invoices Challenge", and a 2nd runner-up in the "Information Recognition of Nucleic Acid Test Reports Challenge".

Held in November 2022, the iFLYTEK AI Developer Competition attracted 32,333 developer teams to participate in the contest that spanned a wide range of areas, such as metaverse, healthcare, geographic remote sensing and digitalization of enterprises. During the competition, each team was required to collect different types of information for each theme, and performed algorithmic analysis and model training to raise the accuracy of information recognition.

As an enterprise specializing in the R&D of technology, CITIC Telecom CPC's Data Science and Innovation team has been dedicated to artificial intelligence for years, and was able to apply and integrate various neural network models to bring artificial intelligence into real life and workplace. The team achieved excellent results in three major contests and stood out from others with highly accurate and efficient final solutions, gaining authoritative recognition in terms of artificial technology applications and technology integration. Through active engagement in different innovative technology-related competitions, CITIC Telecom CPC is believed to be a company who attaches great importance to R&D and implementation, thereby acquiring hands-on industry experience for higher competitiveness and a sustainable and quality business development.

About PTC Awards
PTC is the leading industry organization for telecommunications professionals with operations in the Pacific Rim. The PTC Awards recognize the contributions that companies are making to help improve connectivity, communication, collaboration, and quality of life for people and organizations across the Pacific region.

About CMMI Maturity Level 3 Certifications [Defined]
CMMI is a world-class process improvement framework that guides organizations in the improvement of software development process and the evaluation of software development capabilities. It was developed by a group of experts from the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Mellon University for 4 years. CMMI 3 refers to CMMI Level 3, known as the "Defined" level. It is to standardize the whole software development process with requirements, including research, design, coding, testing. The key is to standardize and solidify the entire process through an integrated project management tool to achieve CMMI level 3 standards.

About iFLYTEK AI Developer Competition
"iFLYTEK AI Developer Competition" is a competitive platform of Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiated by iFLYTEK Co., Ltd. and co-organized by China Information Industry Association (CIIA), which brings together the industry-university-institute power and global developers through various data algorithms and innovative applications challenges, so as to promote cutting-edge scientific research and innovation in AI, cultivate AI talents and facilitate AI ecological development.

About CITIC Telecom CPC
We are CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited ("CITIC Telecom CPC"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), serving multinational enterprises the world over by addressing their specific ICT requirements with highly scalable tailored solutions built upon our flagship technology suites, comprising TrueCONNECT(TM) private network solutions, TrustCSI(TM) information security solutions, DataHOUSE(TM) cloud data center solutions, and SmartCLOUD(TM) cloud computing solutions.

With the motto "Innovation Never Stops," we leverage innovative technologies, embracing AI, AR, Big Data, IoT, and other cutting-edge emerging technologies to transform technical potential into business value for our customers. As an enterprise digital transformation partner, we strive to help our customers achieve industry-leading positions, high agility, and cost-efficiency through digitalization.

With our Global-Local capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with one-stop-shop ICT solutions with superior quality. Having a worldwide footprint across nearly 160 countries, including Asia, Europe and America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, our global network resources connect over 160 points of presence (POPs), 60 SDWAN gateways, 21 Cloud service centers, 30+ data centers, and two dedicated 24×7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs). We are certified with a series of international certifications, including SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001, 14001, 20000, 27001, and 27017, to ensure our services compliance with international standards and resources for enterprises. We offer local professional services, superior delivery capabilities as well as exceptional customer experience and best practices through our global presence and extensive industry know-how, becoming a leading integrated intelligent ICT service provider to enterprise customers.
For more information, please visit www.citictel-cpc.com

Media Contact:
Catherine Yuen
CITIC Telecom CPC
(852) 2170 7536
Email: catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com

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Want to Inspire Your Students to Make the Grade? Surprise Them with a Yowie!

NEW YORK, NY, Jan 19, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Teachers, are you looking for a way to welcome your class to an excellent new school year? Let Yowie help!

The delicious, surprise-inside chocolate is the perfect way to start the new school year off right! Yowie World is looking to reward six lucky classes with 3 free boxes of Yowie! To enter the contest, just fill out your contact information at https://yowieworld.com/teacher-competition/. The winner will be drawn on February 16, 2023.

Yowie Surprise-Inside Chocolate is made with 100% milk chocolate, sustainably sourced and Rainforest Alliance Certified and contains no GMOs or nuts – making it the perfect treat for the whole class! Yowie can be found at Coles supermarkets nationally, as well as IGA, Woolworths, Big W, The Reject Shop, and Kmart. Find Yowie near you at https://yowieworld.com/collect/#wheretobuy.

The best part? When you use Yowie in the classroom, a teacher's science lesson for the day has a hands-on component. Each Yowie chocolate treat contains a life-like endangered animal collectible and comes with an informational leaflet inside, full of interesting facts about the hand-painted collectible. A treat and a science lesson in one! Plus, if you visit YowieWorld.com/Activities you'll find an impressive hub of teacher-approved activities that are perfect for new semester fun!

Who are the Yowie? They include six characters: Rumble, Boof, Squish, Nap, Ditty and Crag. Each Yowie is responsible for protecting a different animal habitat and are friends with all the animals who live there. The Yowie are ALWAYS ready to jump into action to come to the defense of wild animals and the habitats they protect. Learn all about the Yowie at YowieWorld.com.

Explore more of the wonderful world of Yowie on Facebook, or look for @YowieWorld on Instagram. You can also find easy, interactive, and educational craft projects and games on Yowie's YouTube channel and on Pinterest.

About Yowie

Yowie is best known for its flagship product, the Yowie surprise-inside chocolate. Each Yowie product is created in the shape of the Yowie characters and contains limited-edition collectible animal toys and a full-color leaflet featuring a picture of the real-life animal, its profile and level of endangerment. Yowie's social media channels and website allow collectors to learn more about the animals and their world while having loads of fun through games and competitions. The combination of tasty, clean-label treats, fun animal toys and a digital platform encourages kids to learn about the natural world and understand its need for protection. For more information visit www.yowieworld.com.

Contact:
Devin Mainville
devin@kmkmedia.com
(779) 221-3764

SOURCE: Yowie Group

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Atlas Lithium Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Mitsui & Co

Belo Horizonte, Brazil, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) ("Atlas Lithium" or the "Company"), a mineral exploration company focused on lithium and other battery metals critical to powering the green energy revolution, is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (the "MOU") with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui) with respect to Mitsui's potential interest in acquiring the right to purchase Atlas Lithium's future lithium concentrate production. Mitsui is a global enterprise headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $122.3 billion in assets, $96.4 billion in annual revenues, and 44,336 employees in 63 countries, as of its last reported results.

In general terms, the MOU contemplates potential funding from Mitsui to Atlas Lithium of up to $65 million (the "Offtake Funding"), in tranches and subject to the achievement of specific milestones acceptable to Mitsui, that would give Mitsui the right to buy up to 100% of Atlas Lithium's production from its planned plant with output capacity of 150,000 tons of lithium concentrate per year (the "Plant"). The Offtake Funding would be primarily used by Atlas Lithium for the construction of the Plant. Lithium concentrate produced by the Plant would then be available for purchase by Mitsui at a price generally based on the then-prevailing market price.

Marc Fogassa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Lithium, commented, "Our lithium assets are world-class and therefore we are enthusiastic about the prospects of a long-lasting and mutually rewarding partnership with such a well-known and global-reaching company as Mitsui."

The MOU is non-exclusive for both companies. As part of the MOU, Atlas Lithium and Mitsui will also seek to collaborate in other strategic areas.

About Atlas Lithium Corporation

Atlas Lithium Corporation (NASDAQ: ATLX) is focused on advancing and developing its 100%-owned hard-rock lithium project which consists of 52 mineral rights spread over 56,078 acres (227 km2) and is located primarily in the municipality of Aracuai in the Lithium Valley of the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. Atlas Lithium also has a separate second lithium project located in Brazil's Northeast region. In total, Atlas Lithium has 100% ownership of mineral rights for almost all battery metals including lithium (293 km2), nickel (222 km2), rare earths (122 km2), titanium (89 km2), and graphite (56 km2), in addition to mining concessions for gold, diamonds, and sand. The Company also owns approximately 45% of Apollo Resources Corp. (private company; iron) and approximately 28% of Jupiter Gold Corp. (OTCQB: JUPGF; gold and quartzite).

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward looking statements are based upon the current plans, estimates and projections of Atlas Lithium Corporation and its subsidiaries (collectively, "Atlas Lithium" or "Company") and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward- looking statements. Such statements include, among others, those concerning market and industry segment growth and demand and acceptance of new and existing products; any projections of production, reserves, sales, earnings, revenue, margins or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; uncertainties related to conducting business in Brazil, as well as all assumptions, expectations, predictions, intentions or beliefs about future events. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements: results from ongoing geotechnical analysis of projects; business conditions in Brazil; general economic conditions, geopolitical events and regulatory changes; availability of capital; Atlas Lithium's ability to maintain its competitive position; and dependence on key management.

Atlas Lithium advises U.S. investors that its properties and projects, and those of its subsidiaries, as of now, are exploratory and do not have measured "reserves" as such term is defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Additional risks related to the Company and its subsidiaries are more fully discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K/A for the year ended December 31, 2021, filed with the SEC on March 29, 2022, as well as discussions of potential risks, uncertainties, and other important factors in the Company's other filings with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company's views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Investor Relations:
Greg Falesnik or Brooks Hamilton
MZ Group – MZ North America
+1 (949) 546-6326
ATLX@mzgroup.us
https://www.atlas-lithium.com/
@Atlas_Lithium

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The Crypto Oasis Identifies 1,650+ Blockchain Organisations in the UAE at the End of Q4 2022

DUBAI, UAE, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Crypto Oasis, the fastest growing Blockchain Ecosystem in the world has now surpassed their goal of identifying 1,500 organisations in the Ecosystem by the end of 2022. As of 31st December, there were over 1,650 organisations and the ecosystem has been growing faster than previously anticipated.

The Ecosystem has witnessed a sturdy 13.8% growth that proves that the Crypto Oasis is expected to continue its robust growth in the coming months as regulators in the region welcome innovation and disruption, making it easier for blockchain-related companies to secure licences and operate. At the forefront of this is Dubai Multi Commodities Centre(DMCC) which is home to over 500 of these native Blockchain organisations, representing the largest concentration of crypto and blockchain companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Crypto Oasis has added 200+ new organisations in Q4 2022 that have brought in 1,300+ new professionals to the burgeoning Ecosystem, bringing the total number of individuals working in this industry to 8,300+. This 19% growth in employment numbers can be attributed to the UAE being a force to reckon with in the global Blockchain landscape. 78.2 percent (approx. 6,500) of these individuals work in native blockchain organisations, i.e. those which are focused on blockchain and related decentralised technologies. 21.8 (approx. 1,800) percent work for non-native companies, i.e. those that offer blockchain related services or products but do not have blockchain as their primary focus.

Ralf Glabischnig, Founder of Crypto Oasis, stated, "We're thrilled to have identified these new organisations in our ecosystem that are contributing to a diverse community of stakeholders. The possibilities for Web3 technology are vast, from finance and supply chain management to gaming and social media. However, as it's a relatively new and emerging technology, its full potential hasn't been reached yet and the industry is facing challenges such as scalability, security, and user adoption. It's an exciting and rapidly evolving field to watch and we're eager to collaborate and learn from each other as we work to improve Web3 and decentralised technologies."

The Crypto Oasis supports blockchain and Web3 organisations to access resources and expertise that can help them navigate the complex and rapidly evolving landscape. In addition, joining the ecosystem gives them the opportunity to network with potential partners and customers, and to showcase their work to a wider audience.

"The UAE is the perfect amalgamation of Talent and Capital built on a world class Infrastructure," said Saqr Ereiqat, Co-Founder of Crypto Oasis. "The Ministry of Economy(MoE) has become one of the first Government entities in the world to be active in the metaverse. In 2022 the MoE published its Digital Economy Strategy which aims to double the contribution of digital economy from 9.7% to 19.4% in the next decade. The inception of regulators like VARA and various industry events like the Abu Dhabi Finance Week and Dubai Fintech Week, as well as the launch of the Dubai Economic Agenda "D33", demonstrate UAE's commitment in taking an active step to becoming the centre of digital economy globally."

In the inaugural version of the Crypto Oasis Ecosystem Report 2022, published in partnership with Roland Berger in October'22, identified 1,450+ Web3 organisations in the UAE at the end of Q3 2022. This report aimed to establish the first quantitative and qualitative study of the Crypto Oasis ecosystem. Commenting on the growth of the Ecosystem, Pierre Samaties, Partner and Global Head of Crypto Economy and Web3 at Roland Berger, a top tier strategy consulting firm said: "The UAE is uniquely positioned to play a leading role in the global innovation economy. The growth of the Crypto Oasis Ecosystem will continue in the coming months as we can already witness how regulators in the region are welcoming innovation and disruption, making it simpler for Blockchain-related companies to secure licenses and operate."

The Crypto Oasis Ecosystem is dedicated to building and strengthening the infrastructure for decentralised technologies in this region. The Ecosystem fosters collaboration and intends to pool resources and expertise to create a more robust and resilient environment to build, create and operate. The Web3 Ecosystem serves the needs of all of its members and has a positive impact on the wider community by helping drive innovation related to decentralised technology. New members of the ecosystem will have the opportunity to contribute to this effort and shape the direction of Web3 development in our region.

Report Link: https://cryptooasis.ae/ecosystem-report-2022/

About Crypto Oasis

The Crypto Oasis is a MENA focused Blockchain Ecosystem headquartered in Dubai, UAE. The core elements needed for its growth are Talent, Capital, and Infrastructure. The Ecosystems stakeholders include Investors & Collectors, Start-Ups & Projects, Corporates, Science & Research Institutions, Service Providers and Government Entities & Associations. Crypto Oasis' vision is to be one of the leading Blockchain Ecosystems in the world. Today it is the fastest growing Blockchain Ecosystem in the world, with more than 1,650+ organisations identified in the UAE alone with more than 8,300+ individuals working in the space. www.cryptooasis.ae.

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Bintai Kinden Redesignates Ku as Group Managing Director

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Bintai Kinden Corporation Berhad (Bursa: BINTAI, 6998), a mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering services specialist, is redesignating Mr. Ku Chong Hong to Group Managing Director from Executive Director effective 18 January 2023.

Executive Director of Bintai Kinden, En. Azri Azerai

Group Managing Director of Bintai Kinden, Mr. Ku Chong Hong

Mr. Ku was appointed to the Board of Directors as an Executive Director on 24 February 2022. He joined Bintai Kinden as Group Accountant in June 2019 and was subsequently redesignated Head of Finance and Accounts on 17 September 2019 and then Chief Financial Officer on 12 October 2020. He is a member of the Executive Management Committee of the Company. Besides Bintai Kinden, he is also an Executive Director at Sarawak Consolidated Industries Berhad and an Independent Non-Executive Director of Malaysian Genomics Resources Berhad.

Mr. Ku worked for several audit firms before joining Grant Thornton Malaysia as an audit senior manager in 2017. He has over eight years as an auditor with exposure to audit and assurance as well as business advisory in a broad spectrum of industries such as property development, construction, manufacturing, trading, poultry, agriculture, aquaculture, service provider, trading of software and real estate. He is also a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants.

"I would like to thank the Board for this appointment. I am excited for Bintai and will do my best to bring the Company to the next level. The Company will continue to focus on our core business in mechanical & electrical engineering segment and endeavour to secure more opportunities and recurring projects in Malaysia which are able to contribute positively to the future earnings of the Group," said Ku.

En. Azri Azerai, Executive Director of Bintai Kinden said, "The Board of Directors and I congratulate him and are looking forward to working even closer with him. His redesignation reflects a changing of the guard and a younger generation helming the business operations. On a more personal note, having a young and dynamic team enables the Company to adapt to trends in the corporate world and technology while coming out with solutions that are outside of the box."

"As an ex-Grant Thornton auditor, we have every confidence that with his industry knowledge and experience, he will be able to guide Bintai Kinden to greater success. His familiarity with the business operations will also be of great help as the Company leverages on its strengths as a M&E engineering services specialist to expand in Malaysia and the region."

Bintai Kinden Corporation Berhad: 6998 [BURSA: BKC], http://bintai.com.my/

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HKTDC Education & Careers Expo opens in early February

HONG KONG, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 32nd HKTDC Education & Careers Expo will be held from 2 to 5 February (Thursday to Sunday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The expo presents designated zones under two themes, namely Education and Careers. The four-day event is open to the public free of charge, providing a one-stop platform with the latest information on education, training and career development and more than 2,800 job openings on offer. A number of companies and organisations will provide on-site interviews to jobseekers.

Speaking at a press conference to introduce this year's Education & Careers Expo, Jenny Koo, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said: "I hope the diverse content and strong lineup of exhibitors in this year's Education and Careers Expo will inspire students and jobseekers to gain the motivation to hone new skills, expand their horizons and explore new possibilities"

Yvonne Wong, Vice Chairman, The Y.Elites Association & GM, Qianhai International Liaison Services; Natalie Chew, Director, Communications and Public Relations Office, Vocational Training Council; Jenny Koo, HKTDC Asst. Executive Director; Rebecca Choi, Asst. Director – Student & Curriculum Development, Hong Kong Institute of Construction; and Veon Tsang, Founder, HotelsHR [L-R]

The 32nd edition of the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo runs from 2 to 5 February at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The photo shows scenes from last year's event.

Speaking at today's press conference to announce details of the expo, Jenny Koo, HKTDC Assistant Executive Director, said: "This year's expo, themed 'Ride the Wave to Success', will host 700 organisations including educational institutions, professional associations, government departments, public organisations and private companies to feature information on studies in 20 countries and regions as well as employment opportunities. I hope this year's diverse content and strong lineup of exhibitors will inspire students, employed individuals and jobseekers to gain the motivation to hone new skills, expand their horizons and explore new possibilities."

Four Careers Theme Days introduce latest career trends and prospects

Four Careers Theme Days over the course of the expo will highlight the latest career trends and introduce visitors to the prospects in different industries. Co-organised by the Vocational Training Council (VTC), the VPET – Skilling Talent for the Future theme day on 2 February will introduce various sought-after professional and vocational skills in this new era that can help people develop more diverse and exciting careers. On 3 February, the GBA Opportunities theme day will invite representatives from the Greater Bay Area Youth Development Association to discuss the potential for the younger generation to land job offers and start a business in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Representatives from The Y.Elites Association will share information and recount their experiences in relation to employment and entrepreneurship in Qianhai, Shenzhen, while the Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Community Foundation will offer tips on studying in the GBA.

On 4 February, the Exploring Construction Industry theme day, co-organised by the Hong Kong Institute of Construction (HKIC) and the HKTDC, will invite professionals to give insights into how the construction industry is leveraging the latest technologies as it enters a new era of "Construction 2.0", as well as sharing on current prospects. And on 5 February, the Slasher Generation theme day will introduce the new kind of workforce members who engage in multiple jobs at the same time, with speakers from the barista profession and influencer marketing sector sharing both the fun aspects and the challenges they face in their career paths.

More than 2,800 job openings on offer, some with on-site interviews

The Career-themed Zones will offer more than 2,800 job openings from a variety of professional institutions, recruitment platforms, local government bodies and corporations. At the Recruitment Square, recruitment platforms and employers including Hong Kong East Cluster of the Hospital Authority, Citybus and Asia Airfreight Terminal, among others, will recruit and interview candidates on the spot. Visitors can bring their resumes to the expo and apply for the posts that interest them.

Four Education-themed Zones highlight local, mainland and overseas opportunities

This year's expo features four education zones, including the Local Studies Zone featuring universities and post-secondary institutions such as Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the Hang Seng University of Hong Kong that provide information on further studies.

The Overseas & Mainland China Education Zone brings together consulate general offices, officially approved organisations, overseas universities and study centres to provide information and consulting services regarding educational opportunities in 19 different countries and regions, including Europe, the United States, Asia and Mainland China. And the Lifelong Learning Zone will showcase numerous self-betterment programmes and on-the-job training courses for visitors, covering areas such as technology, lifestyle, language, beauty and cosmetics.

At the Youth Zone, visitors can get information on continuing education and career planning, and find out more about summer jobs, internship opportunities and full-time jobs. Exhibitors include The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, Hong Kong Youth Exchange Promotion United Association, the Hong Kong Playground Association and more.

In addition, the expo will offer four Education Theme Days, providing an in-depth introduction to the European Union (2 February), the United Kingdom (3 February), France (4 February) and Germany (5 February), covering key topics such as admission requirements, the preparation process prior to studying abroad, and insights into campus life and the support facilities offered in different locations.

80+ inspiring events, distinguished speakers share their insights and success stories

Visitors interested in joining a variety of sectors such as the innovation and technology industry and the government sector, or embarking on a working holiday, can take advantage of more than 80+ inspiring events that will be held during the expo, with celebrities and experts joining to share their experiences and strategies for success:

– Henry Lee, Account Director (Talent and Learning Solutions), LinkedIn, will share the latest trends in Hong Kong's labour market and offer job-hunting tips for the digital age.
– Sunny Chan, famed director and screenwriter of Hong Kong films Table for Six and Men on the Dragon, will share his inspiring journey from screenwriter to director.
– "fataunt", registered nurse and YouTuber, will talk about how he became a key opinion leader (KOL) while studying at university.
– Christina Ho, civil aviation pilot, who successfully transitioned from a fashion designer to become a pilot in local airline industry, will share her inspirational journey.
– Siu Yan-ho, doctoral lecturer, will share his experience of transforming from an under-achiever, with a score of 6 in the HKCEE public exam, to become a doctoral lecturer.

– Expo website: https://hkeducationexpo.hktdc.com/
– Activity schedule: https://bit.ly/3XoVBrV
– Photo download: https://bit.ly/3wbVWCn

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
HKTDC's Corporate Communications Department:
Clementine Cheung, Tel: +852 2584 4514, Email: clementine.hm.cheung@hktdc.org
Eric Wong, Tel: +852 2584 4575, Email: eric.ks.wong@hktdc.org

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The Best Rated Mastering Solar Power Virtual Training is Now Open for Registration

Singapore, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Registration for Infocus International Group top rated Mastering Solar Power (www.infocusinternational.com/solar-online) online training has begun. The course will be commencing live on 6th February 2023.

Throughout these 5 sessions, attendees will gain a good understanding of the key factors from an integrated, multidisciplinary and commercial viewpoint, including: target market analysis, economic competitiveness, channels-to-market, financing influences and risk, project development processes, best practices and emerging technologies.

This programme schedule includes illustrations of key project development considerations, including energy yield, financial and other simple calculations, along with the chance to discuss key planning and market environment considerations.

In keeping with the business-focused theme of the course, these illustrative exercises are designed to provide time-efficient clarification of the key course takeaways, aimed at commercially-focused business developers and investors. They are therefore accessible to non-experts, not designed to replicate the complex or in-depth detailed planning undertaken – over much longer periods!

One of our past attendees from Credit Agricole CIB commented, "Excellent overview of renewables in the context of overall energy mix, and also details on specific renewable markets and technologies. Highly accomplished trainer with a broad knowledge and the right mix between slides and exercises."

Another past attendee from responsibility Investments AG also shared that, "The trainer represents a thoughtful and unbiased view in the realm of renewable energy. His insights are well reasoned, clear and, perhaps most importantly, backed up by hard numbers. Definitely a person I would turn to for guidance in this space."

Course Sessions

1. What makes a solar power plant?
2. Solar resource assessment and project design
3. Solar project development and delivery
4. Selling solar power
5. The economics and financing of solar power projects

Benefits of Attending

– Speak the language of solar energy: terminology and concepts
– Understand the key variables determining the economics of solar PV projects
– Review current and emerging market opportunities for solar PV, including integrations such as energy storage
– Navigate the typical project development requirements, processes and risks
– Learn how financial returns and risks arise in PV projects
– Be better able to converse with project partners, suppliers, investors, policymakers and other stakeholders
– Know what to look for when evaluating PV project opportunities
– Identify key investment and project performance risks
– Analyse and critique current and emerging business models

Want to learn more?

Simply email to esther@infocusevent.com or call +65 6325 0210 to obtain your FREE COPY of event brochure. For more information, please visit www.infocusinternational.com/solar-online

About Infocus International Group

Infocus International is a global business intelligence provider of strategic information and professional services for diverse business communities. We recognises clients' needs and responds with innovative and result oriented programmes. All products are founded on high value content in diverse subject areas, and the highest level of quality is ensured through intensive and in-depth market research from local and international insights. For more information: www.infocusinternational.com

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Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund Establishes Nissin Foods Scholarship at The Chinese University of Hong Kong

HONG KONG, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Nissin Foods Company Limited ("Nissin Foods", and together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; Stock code: 1475) has announced the launch of the Nissin Foods Scholarship for Food and Nutritional Sciences students by Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund ("Charity Fund") and The Chinese University of Hong Kong ("CUHK").

Mr. Kiyotaka ANDO, Chairman of Nissin Foods (HK) Charity Fund (middle right), and Prof. Anthony CHAN, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of CUHK (middle left), announced the launch of the Nissin Foods Scholarship for Food and Nutritional Sciences. The seven recipients for academic year 2022-23 are: (left to right) KEI Nelson, LIN Yuhong from the Ph.D programme, and WONG Wai Yee, LAM Shuk Fan and (right to left) CHAN Hoi Yi, HSU Po Ling, KWAN Ka Yi from the Bachelor's degree programme.

The scholarship aims to encourage undergraduate and postgraduate students of CUHK's Food and Nutritional Sciences (Hons) programme to pursue academic excellence. The seven scholarship recipients for the 2022-2023 academic year are: CHAN Hoi Yi, HSU Po Ling, KWAN Ka Yi, LAM Shuk Fan, WONG Wai Yee from the Bachelor's degree programme, and KEI Nelson, LIN Yuhong from the Ph.D programme. The full scholarship is provided by Charity Fund and will be used to pay for tuition fees for eligible students.

Mr. Kiyotaka ANDO, Chairman of Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund, said, "At Nissin Foods, we believe that "food-related jobs are sacred profession", because food supports life. Charity Fund is pleased to collaborate with CUHK for the launch of Nissin Foods Scholarship for Food and Nutritional Sciences students. We share similar value in nurturing outstanding and caring food and nutrition professionals, who would contribute to the development of the food industry in Hong Kong as well as to the Hong Kong society at large. We believe that by cultivating a healthy lifestyle through food, a new crop of food and nutrition professionals will emerge to carry on the Team Nissin spirit – passing it on from one generation to the next."

Professor Anthony CHAN, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of CUHK, expressed his sincere gratitude for the generosity of the Charity Fund, saying, "The university feels privileged that we share the same vision of innovation as the Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund. Nurturing talent and sparing no effort to provide them with fertile ground to grow and strive for innovation has always been CUHK's top priority. With this aspiration in mind, CUHK seeks to work closely with reliable partners in the promotion of higher education and in providing ample opportunities for students."

Mr. Nelson KEI, representative of the recipients expressed his gratitude to Charity Fund and CUHK for establishing the Nissin Foods Scholarship and presented a letter of appreciation to the representative of Charity Fund at the ceremony. He said: "The Nissin Foods Scholarship means so much to me because it helps us realise our dreams, and also motivates us to continue to pursue excellence in our studies."

About Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund
The Nissin Foods (Hong Kong) Charity Fund ("Charity Fund") was set up in September 2020 by way of a trust deed by Nissin Foods Company Limited (Stock code: 1475). The objectives of the Charity Fund are: a) to advance education, teaching, learning, arts, science and academic research; b) to make provision for people in need; and c) to carry out works of a charitable nature that are beneficial to the Hong Kong community.

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Connexus Travel Appoints Eric Lau as General Manager

HONG KONG, Jan 18, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Connexus Travel Limited ("Connexus Travel" or "Connexus") is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Lau as its new General Manager, effective immediately, to drive digital transformation and the growth of its corporate travel business in the region, as well as global expansion. In his role as General Manager, Eric will lead Connexus team to take advantage of the growing corporate travel opportunities in the post-COVID era to drive the business forward and further strengthen the company's strategic development to achieve long-term, sustainable success.

Connexus Travel's new General Manager, Mr. Eric Lau

Eric has more than 18 years of experience in the travel and aviation industry, focusing on people management and strategic partnership. He joins Connexus from Travelport, where he held various senior positions for over a decade and served as General Manager, Agency Commerce for its Greater China operation since 2018. During his time at Travelport, he oversaw. and managed strategic commercial partnership with travel agencies including OTA, TMC and Leisure Travel agencies as well as off-shore partners including airlines in North Asia region. Prior to this, Eric also worked for Cathay Holidays and Cathay Pacific Airways.

Eric holds a Master of Science degree in International Shipping and Transport Logistics from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of London.

Founded more than 70 years ago as the first travel agent registered in Hong Kong, Connexus Travel, (formerly Swire Travel) now also operates in Beijing and Shanghai, specialising in corporate, leisure and MICE travel, offering a full range of travel services and digital booking applications for corporate travellers.

About Connexus Travel Limited
Established in 1948, Connexus Travel Limited, formerly known as Swire Travel, was the first travel agent registered in Hong Kong. Connexus Travel has offices in Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai, with a local licence in Beijing since 2009, serving corporate customers who demand excellence and high levels of travel services. The company provides a full range of travel services for domestic and foreign tourists, including flight and other travel ticket bookings, hotel reservations, travel tours and packages, and visa applications. After 70 years of excellent service, Connexus Travel has evolved into a leading regional travel management company, with a focus on customer service and technology for corporate, leisure and MICE travel. Connexus Travel has also met the highest international security standards in relation to securing personal data processing and storage.

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