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Finals of 2025 China-ASEAN Specialized Event of 14th China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition successfully held in Nanning

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NANNING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 November 2025 – On November 14, the Finals of the 2025 China-ASEAN Specialized Event of the 14th China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition successfully concluded at the Nanning-Zhongguancun Innovation Demonstration Base under the theme of “Fostering Innovation with ASEAN, Empowering Regional Development”. The event was co-hosted by the Torch High Technology Industry Development Center of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Department of Science and Technology of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the Department of Industry and Information Technology of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, and the Nanning Municipal People’s Government. It was co-organized by the Yangtze River Delta Center of the MIIT Torch Center and the Administrative Committee of Nanning New & High-tech Industrial Development Zone. The executive organizers were the Guangxi ASEAN Technology Transfer Center and Nanning Zhongguancun Information Valley Science and Technology Service Co., Ltd.

Finals of 2025 China-ASEAN Specialized Event of 14th China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition successfully held in Nanning

As the premier sci-tech innovation and entrepreneurship competition in China, renowned for its high standards, large scale, superior quality, and extensive influence, the China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition has nurtured numerous innovative enterprises and outstanding projects with core competitiveness. It has contributed significantly to advancing China’s sci-tech innovation and industrial upgrading. The newly established China-ASEAN Specialized Event this year, leveraging Guangxi’s strategic position as an open front towards ASEAN, aims to promote technology transfer, achievement commercialization, and industrial collaboration between China and ASEAN.

Since its launch in September, the event attracted enthusiastic participation from over 130 high-quality projects nationwide. Competing projects focused on three key tracks, namely new generation information technology, biomedicine, and new materials, showcasing cutting-edge industry trends and robust technological capabilities.

After preliminary rounds, 30 outstanding projects, recognized for their innovation and potential for China-ASEAN cooperation and industrialization, advanced to the final stage to compete for top honors. The finals adopted an “on-site defense, immediate score disclosure” format. Each project had 15 minutes, comprising an 8-minute PPT roadshow and a 7-minute judge Q&A session. Each track’s judging panel consisted of five senior investment experts who provided professional evaluations.

The finals featured a gathering of elite talents and showcased cutting-edge technologies. The new generation information technology track included platform applications serving cross-border cooperation, such as the “ASEAN Premium Product Code” using blockchain for trusted cross-border commodity channels, and the “Cross-border Business Travel Security Assistant” providing comprehensive protection for China-ASEAN travelers. It also featured underlying technological innovations addressing industry bottlenecks, like charging pile testing equipment achieving localized substitution through multi-standard integration, and laser processing robots utilizing aerospace-grade precision manufacturing.

The biomedicine track delivered grassroots benefits, such as new ultra-saline-alkali-tolerant rice varieties transforming barren land into “granaries”, and agricultural microbial agents using ASEAN non-grain biomass for green cultivation. It also featured cutting-edge achievements, such as a high-throughput proteomics technology platform supporting precision medicine, and fully automated cell preparation equipment integrated with AI for intelligent cell drug manufacturing.

The new materials track focused on green recycling and cutting-edge breakthroughs, such as converting the industrial by-product fluosilicic acid into high-purity electronic materials, achieving the “transformation of waste into treasure”; and CO2 capture and separation membrane materials that provide efficient solutions for industrial emission reduction. In addressing critical bottleneck constraints, high-performance quantum dot films broke international monopolies through a cadmium-free process, while computing-in-memory chips utilized phase-change materials to achieve dual improvements in both computing power and energy efficiency.

Finally, the first prizes in the three tracks were awarded to: the “Haizhichen, Pangu AI Vision—ASEAN Industrial AI Vision Industry-University-Research Empowerment Platform” project of Qingdao Haizhichen Industrial Equipment Co., Ltd. (New Generation Information Technology); the “AI-based Full-process, Fully Automated, Hive-Modular High-end Complete Cell Preparation Equipment and Cell Drug R&D and Industrialization” project of Yunnan Huayang Biotechnology Group Co., Ltd. (Biomedicine); the “Novel MOFs High-Efficiency CO2 Capture and Separation Membrane Materials” project of Tianjin Hermes Technology Co., Ltd. (New Materials).

During the award ceremony, Nanning Zhongguancun Information Valley Science and Technology Service Co., Ltd. signed agreements with 14 companies intending to establish local operations. These companies included Beijing Gaihe Lepu Innovation Technology Co., Ltd., Jiangsu Hanggong Junte Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., Beijing Zhongyi Technologies Co., Ltd., Shanghai Thaisen Electric Technology Co., Ltd., and Beijing Topsec Education Technology Co., Ltd. This signifies the transition of innovative achievements from the competition arena to industry, with these “sci-tech innovation seeds” taking root in Nanning’s fertile soil.

To further connect innovative achievements with industrial resources, the finals featured dedicated promotion and matchmaking sessions. Li Quan, Deputy Director of the Guangxi ASEAN Technology Transfer Center, systematically introduced the prospects and resources for Guangxi-ASEAN sci-tech cooperation, helping participating enterprises seize ASEAN market opportunities.Wang Jiehui, First-Level Investigator of Nanning New & High-tech Industrial Development Zone, delivered a summary for the event and expressed hope that participating projects would connect more resources to realize the cycle from “innovative idea – resource support – ASEAN implementation”. Li Haiyan, Deputy Director-General of the Investment Promotion Bureau of Nanning New & High-tech Industrial Development Zone, introduced the zone’s industrial ecosystem, business environment, and sci-tech innovation policies. Departments of Nanning New & High-tech Industrial Development Zone and financial institutions held one-on-one meetings with participating enterprises, addressing key issues like policies, markets, financing, and supporting facilities, providing clear pathways and solid support for project implementation.

The successful event vividly demonstrated the concept of “innovation without borders, cooperation for shared future”. It served not only as a “touchstone” and “amplifier” for sci-tech innovation projects but also as a “connector” and “accelerator” for China and ASEAN to share development opportunities and promote industrial upgrading. In the future, more innovative forces are expected to gather via this platform, fostering more cross-border cooperation outcomes and jointly writing a new chapter in China-ASEAN sci-tech innovation cooperation.

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Siam Piwat redefines global retail with NEXTOPIA, a future prototype where sustainability is a transformative force for business, people, and the planet

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 May 2026 – In a bold bid to reshape the future of retail, Siam Piwat Group has unveiled NEXTOPIA at its flagship Siam Paragon, the world’s first prototype for a global sustainability platform that turns eco-conscious living into an immersive, everyday experience.

Chief Executive Officer Chadatip Chutrakul introduced the project during The Economist’s 5th annual Sustainability Week Asia, recently held in Bangkok, positioning NEXTOPIA as more than a response to necessity but as a genuine driver of business leadership and vision.

The vision for the future of retail is built on three interconnected pillars: co-creation with founders and partners, collaboration with tenants and communities, and customers. Together, they redefine retail as a platform shaped by shared purpose, creativity, and participation. This extends to redefining customer relationships through trust, inspiring customers to visit more often, spend more time, and deepen engagement within our ecosystem.

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“Sustainability is no longer optional,” Chutrakul said. “We must accelerate and make a bold move. Real, lasting impact is never created alone. It requires co-creation across industries, united by purpose, in a place that captures the world’s attention and inspires change for the greater good.”

Launched in November 2025, the 15,000-square-meter attraction at Siam Paragon, a global landmark that draws more than 200,000 visitors daily, including a significant share of international tourists aims to move sustainability “beyond awareness into joyful and engaging experiences in everyday life,” she added.

Developed with more than 50 partners, NEXTOPIA operates under the theme “Co-creating Communities for a Better World.” It features infrastructure contributions from companies including B.Grimm, SCG, Indorama and Kasikornbank, incorporating solar energy, sustainable materials, advanced water systems, and cooling and clean air technologies.

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The project has achieved zero waste to landfill, cut energy consumption by 47%, reduced water use by 34% and lowered carbon emissions from construction materials by 59%. Within a year, water savings are projected to be equivalent to the volume of an Olympic-sized swimming pool. Over two years, decarbonization efforts will deliver the environmental benefit of creating a vast urban park.

NEXTOPIA is Thailand’s first multi-tenant retail building to earn EDGE Advanced certification for resource efficiency and a two-star Fitwel rating. It also received the Best in Building Health Award 2026 from Fitwel, achieving top scores for its design and quality-of-life features.

Tenants must adhere to some 50 sustainability criteria covering waste management and value chain practices, with many exceeding standard industry benchmarks. Siam Piwat developed the framework over three years to help partners adopt sustainable practices quickly while cutting costs and unlocking new value.

Interactive elements at NEXTOPIA invite visitors to participate directly, with kinetic floors and bicycles that generate electricity for redeemable rewards, alongside exhibits featuring Thailand’s largest collection of recycled art, created by artists from waste collected nationwide. ECOTOPIA, the country’s biggest eco-store, stocks more than 110,000 sustainable products, many recycled or upcycled, sourced from around 300 Thai communities and small businesses.

The project has also brought together more than 30 local communities and global organizations, including the United Nations, World Food Programme, UNDP Biofin and WWF, to exchange knowledge and ideas.

More than a shopping destination, NEXTOPIA functions as a living laboratory for experimenting and exchanging ideas that retail and real estate developers worldwide could adapt. It marks a strategic evolution for Siam Piwat, transforming the company from a premier retail developer into what it describes as “a global sustainability platform” that links businesses, people and innovation.

This shift aligns with intensifying global pressure on companies to meet their sustainability commitments under the Paris Agreement, as brands and consumers increasingly demand verifiable environmental action.

With NEXTOPIA, Siam Piwat is betting that the future of retail lies not just in selling goods, but in creating spaces where sustainability feels tangible, measurable and above all inspiring.

Setting a new benchmark for co-created, revolutionary retail, NEXTOPIA offers a scalable model that delivers both business value and meaningful impact – one that can be adopted globally.

Hashtag: #SiamParagon #NEXTOPIA #Sustainability #PrototypeCity #NetZero #TheEconomist #SustainabilityWeekAsia

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About Siam Piwat

Siam Piwat is a leading retail and real estate developer behind Bangkok’s most iconic destinations, including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok, globally recognized for pioneering experiential destinations.

For over six decades, Siam Piwat has been renowned for creating iconic destinations and world-class experiences, continuously redefining Bangkok’s retail landscape through award-winning developments that set new global benchmarks. Guided by creativity, innovation, and sustainability, the company continues to lead with a bold vision s that inspire, engage, and delight customers from around the world, while creating long-term value for society, businesses, and future generations.

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DTAP Expands Access to Sexual Health Services with Two New Clinics in Holland Village and Clarke Quay

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – DTAP, Singapore’s pioneering GP+ medical provider established in 2005, announced the opening of two new clinics – DTAP Clinic @ Holland Village, which officially opened on 29 Apr 2025, and DTAP Clinic @ Clarke Quay, which officially opened on 23 May 2025. The expansion strengthens access to general and sexual healthcare services, including STD tests, STD screening and HIV tests, within central lifestyle districts.

As healthcare-seeking behaviours continue to evolve, there has been a noticeable shift towards earlier and more proactive screening, especially for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV. Increasing public awareness of the importance of timely testing and treatment has driven demand for accessible, confidential care delivered in a professional clinical setting. The expansion into Holland Village and Clarke Quay reflects this shift, with both clinics designed to offer a comfortable and private environment that supports individuals in seeking care with confidence.

DTAP operates as a GP+ medical centre, bridging the gap between general practice and specialist care. Fully accredited for HIV and STD testing and treatment, its clinical protocols adhere to Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) guidelines, covering the full continuum from screening and early detection through to treatment and long-term management. Beyond sexual health, DTAP also supports men’s and women’s health, weight management and mental health.

Clinics are staffed by experienced doctors — both male and female — who take a friendly, open and non-discriminatory approach, ensuring patients can seek care with confidence and discretion.

“This expansion builds on DTAP’s longstanding commitment to accessible and confidential care, with over 20 years of experience since 2005. We are seeing a clear shift towards more proactive health-seeking behaviour, particularly in sexual health, with more patients coming forward earlier for screening and testing, including for conditions that were previously under-discussed. This highlights the importance of timely detection and access to care, supported by a discreet, comfortable environment with experienced doctors who provide care in a respectful, open and non-discriminatory manner,” said Dr. Alan Tan, Chairman of DTAP Clinics.

DTAP Clinic @ Holland Village and DTAP Clinic @ Clarke Quay are now open to patients. For more information on services, visit https://dtapclinic.com/.

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DTAP clinics offer GP+ medical services, bridging the gap between general practice and specialist care. Established in 2005, DTAP provides services that extend beyond regular GP offerings, with key focus areas including men’s health and women’s health, including sexual health, STD check, weight management and mental health. Through all life stages, DTAP aims to be a trusted healthcare partner in both general and sexual health.

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TP’s AI-powered debt collection solution recovers up to 40% debt, improves efficiency and saves costs

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – Global digital business services leader TP (ex-Teleperformance) today reported that its award-winning AI-powered collections solution, TP.ai FAB Collect, matched human-level customer satisfaction scores while delivering a 40% debt recovery rate in live client deployments.

Collections are emerging as a critical lever for both financial performance and customer retention. Regional institutions including the Asian Development Bank have identified digital transformation of financial services and credit infrastructure as a strategic priority across Asia, while rising consumer delinquencies are increasing pressure on banks to modernise servicing and collections operations.

However, debt collection remains one of banking’s most complex challenges, as lenders struggle to improve recovery rates without damaging customer relationships. AI-driven, human-supported debt collection models are emerging as a potential way forward to help lenders tackle rising credit risk and changing borrower behaviour. TP.ai FAB Collect is designed by training AI on decades of human collections expertise and deploying it where volume demands scale, so human advisors can focus on preserving customer relationships.

From Recovery to Relationship Management

TP.ai FAB Collect empowers lenders to operationalise more predictive, customer-centric engagement at scale, moving beyond traditional recovery models without adding friction to the customer experience. Built on TP’s proprietary TP.ai FAB (Foundational AI Backbone) framework, the solution integrates advanced analytics, AI-driven decisioning, and omnichannel engagement to improve recovery outcomes while maintaining compliance and customer trust.

“We trained our AI on 40 years of human collections expertise. Now it handles the first wave, so our human advisors can focus on the conversations that truly matter. TP.ai FAB Collect has produced results across debt recovery, promise-to-pay and overall customer satisfaction.” explains Assaf Tarnopolsky, TP’s Chief Business Development & Customer Officer, APAC.

When deployed by a leading financial institution, TP.ai FAB Collect’s AI agents achieved a customer satisfaction (CSAT) score that was slightly higher than human agents while also achieving a 40% debt recovery rate. At a leading telecommunications company, AI agents adapted outreach to customers based on local payment behaviour, achieving a 7%-point improvement in the pay-to-contact ratio compared to the human-only model. The solution also improved recovery performance over time while reducing collections costs by 40% compared to a human-only model.

TP.ai FAB Collect was recognised with a 2026 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award by the Business Intelligence Group and was named Technology of the Year by the Excellence in Customer Service awards.

Hashtag: #TPAPAC #TPaiFAB


, a global leader in digital business services which consistently seeks to blend the best of advanced technology with human empathy to deliver enhanced customer care that is simpler, faster, and safer for the world’s biggest brands and their customers. The Group’s comprehensive, AI-powered service portfolio ranges from front office customer care to back-office functions, including operations consulting and high-value digital transformation services. It also offers a range of specialized services such as interpreting and localization, visa and consular services, and recruitment process outsourcing services. The teams of multilingual, inspired, and passionate experts and advisors, spread in close to 100 countries, as well as the Group’s local presence allows it to be a force of good in supporting communities, clients, and the environment.

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