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A Celebration of Watch Culture: Siam Paragon Unveils Southeast Asia’s First-Ever World-Class Watch Showcase

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Positioning Bangkok as a global luxury watch hub, Siam Paragon presents “Bangkok Watch Week 2025” from September 23–28, a phenomenal horology event bringing together the world’s most prestigious timepieces.

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – Siam Paragon once again underscores its global prominence by creating a landmark phenomenon that reinforces Bangkok’s position as a world-class hub of watch culture. By partnering with leading international brands, “Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week 2025” is intentionally held annually to become one of the most anticipated watch events for watch enthusiasts worldwide. Taking place from 23–28 September 2025 at Siam Paragon, the event will welcome founders and senior executives from around the globe, representing 26 of the world’s leading watch brands. This landmark gathering highlights the allure and unique identity of luxury timepieces. Enthusiasts will be treated to exclusive experiences, from special exhibitions and showcases to the debut of the latest collections, the unveiling of rare pieces from renowned collectors, and immersive workshops hosted by iconic brands. Highlights also include a live watch assembly demonstration by Swiss master watchmakers.

Siam Paragon partners with 26 legendary global brands, reinforcing its position as the “Hub of Horological Culture”

Siam Paragon solidifies its position as Thailand’s ultimate Luxury Watch Destination, home to the largest collection of world-class watch brands in the country, and continues its graceful journey of transformation into the new “Hub of Horological Culture” for Southeast Asia. This historic collaboration brings together legendary and globally renowned watch maisons, including A. Lange & Söhne, Bvlgari, Breitling, Bovet, Boucheron, Cartier, Chopard, Franck Muller, Grand Seiko, Girard-Perregaux, H. Moser & Cie, Hublot, IWC Schaffhausen, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Jaquet Droz, Laurent Ferrier, Louis Erard, Omega, Panerai, Piaget, TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Ulysse Nardin, Vacheron Constantin, and Zenith. Together, these iconic names have made history at “Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week 2025,” a phenomenal showcase that celebrates the artistry, heritage, and untold stories behind the world’s most prestigious timepieces.

The event highlights the rich culture of timepieces, showcasing both exquisite craftsmanship and cutting-edge innovation. It offers watch lovers and enthusiasts the opportunity to gain knowledge, immerse themselves in unique experiences, and celebrate the splendor and impressiveness of watchmaking together in an exclusive atmosphere.

Mrs. Thanaporn Tantiyanon, Managing Director, Siam Paragon Business Unit, stated, “The luxury watch market in Asia and Thailand continues to demonstrate steady growth over the decade, driven by both passionate collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate exceptional design and craftsmanship. Watches today are no longer regarded merely as lifestyle instruments for telling time, but as symbols of refined taste and personal success, while being increasingly considered valuable investments in today’s world. Furthermore, this underlines Thailand’s potential as a Global Luxury Watch Destination. As the home of the largest collection of world-class watch brands, Siam Paragon is dedicated to elevating the country’s luxury watch landscape to international prominence through Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week 2025 — the first and only annual event of its kind in Southeast Asia. It’s an event that unites high-level executives from leading watch brands worldwide, offering a unique opportunity for them to connect and share inspiration intimately with timepiece aficionados. This truly marks a new chapter for the region’s luxury watch sector.”

The Symposium: A momentous event attended by brand founders and top executives

One of the highlights of the event is “The Symposium,” a premier platform for storytelling and the exchange of ideas about watchmaking culture. The stage will feature brand founders, senior executives, master watchmakers from world-class brands, and seasoned veterans from the global watch industry, all traveling specially to participate. Held on a grand scale, the Bangkok Watch Week Pavilion at Parc Paragon will be transformed into a captivating world of time. The symposium will cover a range of engaging topics, including the opening session, “Moments That Last: Thailand as a Luxury Destination for Watch Culture, Storytelling, and Legacy.”

The event will also feature unmissable highlights from leading watch brands, including:

  • “The Symposium on TAG HEUER Avant-Garde Horlogerie” with Mr. Brice Tchaplyguine, Managing Director, SEA, Australia & Korea, TAG Heuer.
  • “The Symposium on 160 Years of Watchmaking Excellence: Where Heritage Inspires Innovation” with Mr. Romain Marietta, Chief Products Officer, Zenith.
  • “The Symposium on Panerai Innovation from the Depths” with Mr. Carlos Da Costa Saraiva, Head of Customer Service, Panerai.
  • “The Symposium on The Irresistible Charm of LAURENT FERRIER: A Journey into The Heart of Quiet Luxury” with Mr. Robert Bailey, Spokesperson, Laurent Ferrier.
  • “The Symposium on 2025 Novelties with Grand Seiko” with Mr. Munehisa Shibasaki, Senior Vice President of Seiko Watch Corporation and Head of Grand Seiko Global Division.
  • “The Symposium on Very Rare: The Art of Being an Independent Watchmaker with H. MOSER & CIE” with Mr. Bertrand Meylan, Co-Founder of H. Moser & Cie.
  • “The Symposium on Bovet: The Journey of Time” with Mr. Pascal Raffy, owner and CEO of Bovet.
  • “The Symposium on The Artisans Code: An Insight into Chopard’s L.U.C Collection” with Mr. Karl-Fritz Scheufele, Business & Client Strategy Manager, Chopard.
  • “The Symposium on Breitling: The Iconic Navitimer, Then and Now” with Mr. Alvin Soon, President of Breitling Asia.

The event will also host several in-depth sessions offering a behind-the-scenes look at the art of watchmaking, moderated by Mr. Wei Koh, a renowned authority in the field. Key discussions included:

  • “Shape of Time” with Ms. Emmanuelle Kouakou, Managing Director Southeast Asia & Oceania, Piaget and Ms. Lesley Co, Managing Director Southeast Asia & Oceania, Panerai
  • “The Art & Precision of Skeletonised Watchmaking” with Mr. Nicholas Rudaz, CEO of Franck Muller.
  • “Independent Brands: The Evolution of Product Development” with Mr. Ong Ban, CEO of Sincere Fine Watches (Pendulum), and Mr. Xavier de Roquemaurel, CEO of Czapek and Mr. Pascal Raffy CEO of Bovet.
  • “The Aesthetics of Speed and Altitude” with Mr. Christian Knoop, Chief Design Officer, IWC Schaffhausen.

Mr. Alain Delamuraz, CEO of Jaquet Droz, will also attend, adding further prestige to the sessions.

Experience exclusive exhibitions and immersive showcases featuring priceless timepieces.

Additionally, watch enthusiasts can immerse themselves in “The Experience,” a curated journey showcasing unique innovations from 26 world-class watch brands at their respective boutiques. Exclusive activities from six renowned maisons, including “160 Years of Zenith: Celebrating Horological Milestones” with Zenith; a watchmaking demonstration by A. Lange & Söhne; a watch design showcase by IWC Schaffhausen; a Spring Drive movement assembly demonstration by Grand Seiko; special interactive experiences by Omega; and an exclusive gouache session by Boucheron. All activities take place at the Crystal Court on the 2nd floor of Siam Paragon.

There is also “The Exhibition,” a showcase of the latest, never-before-seen watch models. Visitors can admire limited-edition timepieces, masterpieces distinguished by their creative complexity, rare watches, and private collections from world-class collectors — including priceless museum-quality pieces from 20 iconic brands. The exhibition is presented at the Hall of Fame and Hall of Mirrors on the M Floor of Siam Paragon.

Get ready for Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week 2025, a world-class watch event that will elevate Bangkok as the epicenter of watch culture and a premier destination for enthusiasts across Southeast Asia. Taking place from 23–28 September 2025, the event promises an extraordinary celebration of luxury timepieces. For more details, updates, and registration, visit www.bangkokwatchweek.com or follow Facebook: SIAMPARAGON.

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Celebrate, Rest, and Recharge This Raya With XIXILI’s Sleepwear Collection

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2026 – Comfort is set to be a defining theme for Raya 2026, and it extends well beyond the festive outfit. XIXILI is bringing that same ease into the downtime between celebrations, with sleepwear designed for the hours when women can finally catch their breath, rest, and simply be.

The Reality of the Raya Rush

The lead-up to Raya is a whirlwind of grocery runs, deep cleaning, and late nights in the kitchen. By the time the first open house begins, most women have already put in an incredible amount of effort for their families. The quiet moments in between are not just a break. They are earned.

XIXILI’s pajamas are made for those moments. Easy to move in, soft enough to wear through the night, and the kind of pieces that make coming home feel like something to look forward to. Designed to fit a wide range of body types, every woman can find something that feels as good as it looks.

“Raya is everything. The food, the family, the laughter. And at the end of it all, she deserves to rest just as well as she celebrated,” says Tara Tan, Marketing Director at XIXILI.

Comfort That Carries Through the Season

Raya may bring the occasion, but the shift happening in Malaysian wardrobes goes further than that. Women are increasingly treating sleepwear as a considered part of their self-care, not just something to change into before bed.

“We often talk about the joy of gathering, but we rarely talk about the exhaustion that comes with it,” Tara Tan adds. “Our goal for Raya 2026 is to ensure that when the last guest leaves, every woman has a high-quality piece of loungewear to retreat into. It is about honouring the work she does by giving her the rest she deserves.”

Quality loungewear for the wind-down, the slow morning, and every quiet moment in between has become one of the most considered purchases a woman makes this season.

Made to Be Worn, Not Just Owned

Good sleepwear should not sit tucked away at the back of a drawer. It should be the first thing she reaches for at the end of a long day, worn in and looked forward to. XIXILI’s range is built for exactly that, styles that settle naturally into her routine and carry her well beyond the festive season.

The full sleepwear collection is available online and at XIXILI boutiques nationwide. To shop the range, visit www.xixili-intimates.com.Hashtag: #XIXILI





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A homegrown Malaysian brand, XIXILI offers beautiful fashion lingerie and shapewear in Malaysia that prioritises fit and comfort. With an extensive range of bra sizes from A to I and bands 65 to 110cm, XIXILI caters to women of all shapes and sizes. Expert fitters are dedicated to helping each customer find the perfect bra, boosting confidence and enhancing silhouettes.

XIXILI became the first Malaysian lingerie brand to introduce a Try-On in 3D avatar tool, allowing customers to virtually try on XIXILI lingerie using a 3D avatar tailored to their specific body type and measurements. Whether for everyday wear or something special, XIXILI ensures women always look and feel amazing.

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Vingroup Introduces Special Program to Support Customers Amid Rising Fuel Costs

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HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – Amid volatility in global fuel prices, Vingroup has announced the launch of a special “Trade Gas for Electric” program in Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The program offers an additional 3% discount on VinFast cars and 5% discount on VinFast electric scooters for customers switching from old gasoline vehicles. At the same time, fares for Xanh SM services will be reduced by 10% from March 11 to March 31, 2026, depending on each market.

Specifically, in addition to the existing incentives currently available, customers who switch from old gasoline vehicles to new VinFast electric vehicles during the program period will receive an additional 3% discount for cars and 5% discount for scooters. The program will be applied across all four markets: Vietnam, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Fares for Xanh SM services will be reduced by 10% from March 11 to March 31, 2026

In line with VinFast’s pioneering spirit, GSM Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company has also announced an immediate 10% reduction in fares for electric mobility services on the Xanh SM platform in Vietnam and Green SM in Indonesia from March 11 to March 31, 2026. This initiative offers customers a more environmentally-friendly and cost-effective transportation option.

The program may be extended depending on international developments and future fuel price movements.

Ms. Duong Thi Thu Trang, Deputy CEO of Global Sales, VinFast, stated: “The special ‘Trade Gas for Electric’ program launched in March across four key markets is VinFast’s timely response to geopolitical volatility that is affecting socio-economic conditions in many countries around the world. As one of the pioneering manufacturers leading the global electric vehicle revolution, VinFast together with companies in Vingroup’s green ecosystem aims to help reduce the impact of fuel prices on people’s daily lives while also lowering environmental pollution through smarter, more sustainable, and more cost-efficient mobility solutions.”

The special “Trade Gas for Electric” program will be implemented in parallel with and combined with other available incentive programs in each market. Through layered incentives, Vingroup and companies within its ecosystem aim to create favorable conditions for customers to transition quickly to electric vehicles, reduce dependence on gasoline, stabilize daily life, and contribute to building a cleaner and more civilized living environment.

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Singapore University of Social Sciences Expands Regional Footprint in China with Launch of Success Academy in Chongqing

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New Academy and Shenyang satellite office strengthen SUSS’ visibility and partnerships across Western and Northeast China.

CHONGQING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 March 2026 – The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) today launched the SUSS Success Academy in Chongqing in collaboration with Raffles Young Academy (RYA) Pte Ltd and announced the establishment of a satellite office in Shenyang. Building on its Success Academies in Beijing and Shenzhen, the Academy strengthens SUSS’ presence in China and supports its growing engagement across Western and Northeast China.

Guests and partners at the launch event of the Success Academy in Chongqing. (From L-R: Dr Yap Meen Sheng, Assistant Provost, SUSS; Mr Lennon Tan, President, Singapore Manufacturing Federation; Mr Li Xunfu, Deputy Director of Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce; Prof Tan Tai Yong, President, SUSS; Mr Samuel Ng, Executive Chairman, Raffles Young Academy; Associate Professor Justina Tan, Vice President, Strategic & Partnership Engagement)

The launch was commemorated with an opening ceremony at the CCI Gallery, attended by close to 70 guests from China and Singapore, including representatives from institutions of higher learning, and industry and community partners. The ceremony was presided by Vice-Consul (Political) Ms. Mavis Tan, Consulate-General of the Republic of Singapore, Chengdu and Mr. Li Xunfu, Deputy Director of Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce.

Success Academy to connect partners from Singapore and China

Anchored in SUSS’ commitment to lifelong learning and creating social impact, the Academy will serve as a key nexus for academic and industry partners from both countries. Through cross-cultural collaboration and practice-oriented learning, it also aims to develop future-ready talent equipped to contribute meaningfully to society and the economy.

RYA is an education and talent development organisation aimed at nurturing future-ready talent through industry-oriented learning and international exposure. RYA will bring its networks and local expertise to support and enhance the Academy’s initiatives.

Through the Academy, SUSS will provide opportunities for students from SUSS and other Singapore pre-tertiary and tertiary institutions to co-learn and co-innovate with peers in China. These include interdisciplinary global learning courses, impact startup and venture builder programmes, industry-based immersions and student exchanges. SUSS students will also gain regional exposure through internships and other workplace learning opportunities. In addition, the Academy will support SUSS in working with universities and organisations in China to jointly design and deliver industry-relevant courses and programmes for students and executives.

Extending engagement into Northeast China with Shenyang satellite office

To further deepen its engagement in Northeast China, SUSS will launch a satellite office in Shenyang on 11 March 2026 under the Success Academy in Chongqing. This office will support SUSS’ initiatives in Liaoning Province and surrounding areas, including Dalian. In addition, three Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) will be signed with the following organisations:

  • Shenyang University of Chemical Technology (SYUCT): Collaborative development of a Master’s degree programme in Social Work, fostering cross-border knowledge exchange, curriculum innovation, and talent development to address evolving social service needs.
  • North-East Institute of Population and Social Development: Joint research endeavours, professional development programmes, and meaningful academia-industry partnerships to generate evidence-based solutions, build capabilities, and promote active ageing ecosystems that benefit individuals and communities.

Professor Tan Tai Yong, President of SUSS, said, “China is an important partner for SUSS as we expand opportunities for our students and strengthen collaboration across Asia. The launch of the Success Academy in Chongqing allows us to work more closely with universities, industry and community partners in Western and Northeast China, and to deliver applied, practice-oriented education that responds to real-world needs. Our partnership with Raffles Young Academy reflects our shared commitment to developing future-ready talent and supporting professional growth across the region.”

Mr. Samuel Ng, Executive Chairman, RYA, said, “Our collaboration with the Singapore University of Social Sciences reflects a shared belief in applied, practice-oriented education and in preparing students and enterprises to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Chongqing’s strategic position as a gateway to Western China and a hub for industry and connectivity makes it an ideal location for immersive, industry-linked education. This partnership represents a long-term commitment to building enduring bridges between students and industry, between academia and practice, and between Singapore and China.”

The launch of the Success Academy in Chongqing is part of SUSS’ broader expansion across Asia. Since 2023, SUSS has established Success Academies in Beijing, Shenzhen, Ho Chi Minh City Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Manila and Mumbai.

For more information, visit www.suss.edu.sg/success-academy.
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