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Beijing Tong Ren Tang Sparks New Momentum in the Inheritance of TCM through Student Ambassador Programme
New Video Showcases the Younger Generation’s Journey from Campus into the World of TCM
To learn more about the students’ journey of discovery, please click the link below to watch the programme video on BTRT’s YouTube:
Rooted in BTRT’s long-standing values and supported by the brand’s more than 350 years of history, the programme reflects the company’s commitment to promoting Chinese medicine culture while embracing innovation to connect with the next generation. Through immersive learning, 5G technology exploration and community activities, BTRT aims to make TCM more accessible, relevant and inspiring for primary and secondary school students in Hong Kong.
In the video, students share how they learned about the TCM principle of “preventive treatment of disease”, discovered how herbs can support daily wellness, and gained first-hand insight into the use of Chinese medicine therapies in sports recovery.
From classroom knowledge to real-world experience One of the programme’s key strengths is its ability to shape how students perceive TCM by showing its relevance to daily life, sparking curiosity, and encouraging continued conversations with peers and elders. During the visits to BTRT’s Hong Kong production and R&D base, students toured the Tong Ren Tang Museum, production plant, observed the production line, and joined a hands-on workshop to experience traditional pharmaceutical craftsmanship first-hand. Students also visited BTRT’s Chinese herbal garden, where they learned about the connection between Chinese medicine, nature and wellness.
Where Heritage meets Innovation and Technology The programme also introduces students to the role of innovation in modern Chinese medicine. During the visit to China Mobile 5G Innovation Centre Hong Kong Open Lab, students explored how 5G, AIoT and AI can support smarter health and wellness scenarios. Back on campus, they learned how connected sensors, communications technology and AI can be applied to Chinese herbal planting, from monitoring growth to collecting, analysing and presenting data.
Turning learning into community impact Student ambassadors also step into the community to serve as health mentors for the elderly, sharing wellness knowledge and supporting simple therapeutic activities such as Ba Duan Jin and acupoint-based care. They transform classroom learning into empathy, service and social responsibility.
Building a long-term platform for youth engagement As BTRT continues to grow in the region, the company sees youth education and cultural engagement as an important part of its long-term vision. The Student Ambassador Programme has now been extended into a long-term initiative, with this year marking its second year of rollout to nurture youngsters’ interest in Chinese medicine and health care.
Following the strong response to last year’s programme, it returns this year with its signature content, enhanced by the new “Campus Herbal Medicine Baizi Cabinet” initiative and visits to BTRT’s herbal garden, where students can learn about the link between Chinese medicine and nature, as well as the wisdom of seasonal wellness and balance. Together, these additions extend the programme’s impact, promote broader knowledge-sharing, and support the passing on of Chinese medicine culture across the campus community.
Guided by the vision of “Inheriting Traditional Chinese Medicine, Inspiring a Smarter Future,” BTRT remains committed to passing on the wisdom of Chinese medicine in ways that resonate with younger generations, while contributing its unique strengths to global health development.
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About Beijing Tong Ren Tang
Tong Ren Tang was founded in 1669 and has a 356-years history. The company has always adhered to its corporate motto of “No compromise on cost and labour despite the complexity of processing herbal medicine. No compromise on quality and standard despite the scarcity of medicine ingredients.” This commitment has led Beijing Tong Ren Tang to steady development, lasting through every generation, achieving excellence, and becoming a national treasure while expanding globally.
At the same time, Beijing Tong Ren Tang has taken on the mission of promoting traditional Chinese medicine culture, actively participating in domestic and international traditional Chinese medicine promotion activities, facilitating cultural exchanges around the world, and striving to expand the international influence of traditional Chinese medicine. To date, it has been operating over 160 retail branches in 26 countries and regions overseas, making it one of the most recognized traditional Chinese medicine brands internationally.
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Junfa–New Luosiwan and SF International Form Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Yunnan’s Role as China’s Gateway to South and Southeast Asia
Actively Integrating into China’s Dual Circulation Development Strategy:Junfa–New Luosiwan and SF International Form Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Yunnan’s Role as China’s Gateway to South and Southeast Asia
KUNMING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 July 2026 – On July 20, 2026, Junfa–New Luosiwan and SF International have officially entered into a strategic partnership to jointly develop an Integrated Trade and Logistics Service Platform, marking an important step toward enhancing cross-border trade services and supporting Yunnan’s development as China’s gateway to South and Southeast Asia.
The signing ceremony, themed “Integrated Trade and Logistics, Connecting the World,” was held at the Conference Hall on the second floor of the Central Lake Building of New Luosiwan Commercial Group.
Officials from the Yunnan Provincial Department of Commerce, the Yunnan Provincial Postal Administration, the Kunming Municipal Bureau of Commerce, the Kunming Port and Logistics Office, the Guandu District People’s Government, and other relevant government agencies attended the event. Also present were Mao Zhenwei, Head of the International Business Group of SF Express Group; Li Jun, Founder of Junfa Group; Li Zhenting, Executive Vice President of Junfa Group; as well as representatives of the New Luosiwan Chamber of Commerce and members of the media, who witnessed the signing of the strategic cooperation agreement.
Through the partnership, the two companies will leverage their respective strengths in commercial resources, logistics networks, supply chain services, and digital capabilities to jointly build an integrated trade and logistics service platform. The platform will support merchants in expanding into international markets while extending services to local communities, creating a new commercial ecosystem that integrates domestic and international trade.
Building an Integrated Service Platform to Empower Global Business Expansion
At the ceremony, Shi Fei, Deputy District Governor and Member of the Leading Party Members Group of the Guandu District People’s Government, highlighted the significance of the partnership, describing it as an important example of collaboration between a major commercial marketplace and a global logistics leader. He noted that the cooperation will contribute to the high-quality development of Guandu District’s commercial sector.
Shi said the Guandu District Government will continue providing proactive support and efficient public services to facilitate platform development, industrial growth, market operations, and enterprise development.
Mao Zhenwei, Head of the International Business Group of SF Express Group, said that SF International will leverage its global logistics infrastructure, including 69 international air routes, customs clearance resources across 94 international gateways, freight forwarding and supply chain services covering 95 countries and regions, and an overseas warehouse network totaling 2.55 million square meters, to provide Junfa–New Luosiwan merchants with integrated supply chain solutions.
These services will cover domestic pickup, international transportation, customs clearance, overseas warehousing, and international delivery, helping merchants reduce logistics costs, improve cross-border circulation efficiency, and accelerate global market expansion.
Li Zhenting, Executive Vice President of Junfa Group, said that Yunnan is continuously advancing its role as China’s gateway to South and Southeast Asia, while the China–Laos Railway continues to strengthen regional connectivity and trade cooperation.
As Junfa–New Luosiwan accelerates its transformation from a traditional commercial marketplace into a comprehensive trade service platform, the partnership with SF International will further enhance its cross-border service capabilities and provide merchants with more efficient and convenient one-stop solutions for expanding into international markets.
Developing a Comprehensive Platform Through a Phased Strategy
Witnessed by government officials, business representatives, and industry partners, Junfa–New Luosiwan and SF International officially signed their strategic cooperation agreement.
Centered on merchants’ cross-border business needs, the two parties will adopt a phased implementation approach to continuously enhance the platform’s supply chain service capabilities.
Phase One: Building a Digital Logistics Service Platform
The first phase will focus on establishing a digital logistics service platform featuring online quotations, intelligent rate comparison, transportation capacity matching, real-time shipment visibility, and unified cargo insurance services.
The platform will improve logistics resource allocation, enhance shipping efficiency, increase supply chain transparency, and gradually develop return cargo matching capabilities to improve logistics resource utilization.
Through digital solutions, merchants will gain access to more efficient logistics coordination, greater shipment visibility, and optimized cross-border transportation services.
Phase Two: Creating an End-to-End Cross-Border Trade Service Platform
The second phase will further integrate key services, including product trading, customs declaration and inspection, cross-border payments, overseas warehousing, and international fulfillment.
By building a comprehensive platform covering the entire cross-border trade process, Junfa–New Luosiwan will provide merchants with more convenient and efficient one-stop services, enabling businesses to connect with global markets more effectively through digital solutions.
The platform will help merchants enhance their international operational capabilities and strengthen their competitiveness in global markets.
Expanding Platform Services to Local Communities
While continuing to strengthen cross-border trade services, the platform will further expand into local consumer markets.
During the event, Junfa Qicai Services Group and SF Yunnan signed a separate cooperation agreement.
Having operated in Yunnan for 28 years, Junfa has established an extensive community ecosystem covering more than 100 residential communities. By leveraging Qicai Services’ community resources and SF’s efficient delivery network, the two companies will jointly improve last-mile delivery capabilities and explore a new service model that delivers quality products directly from suppliers to communities.
The initiative will provide merchants with more stable local sales channels while offering residents more convenient and efficient consumption experiences, further enriching the platform’s service ecosystem.
Building a Sustainable Platform Ecosystem to Support Yunnan’s Opening-Up
The strategic cooperation represents an important practice for Junfa–New Luosiwan in improving its modern commercial service system, while also reflecting SF International’s continued commitment to developing cross-border supply chain services in Yunnan.
Moving forward, the two parties will continue deepening cooperation by enhancing the Integrated Trade and Logistics Service Platform, strengthening cross-border trade service capabilities, expanding merchandise circulation channels, and promoting deeper integration of commercial flows, logistics flows, and information flows.
By leveraging Yunnan’s strategic geographic advantages and actively integrating into China’s Dual Circulation development strategy, the partnership will promote two-way connectivity between domestic and international markets, supporting both global expansion and international business cooperation.
The collaboration will further enhance merchants’ ability to access domestic and overseas markets, contribute to Yunnan’s development as China’s gateway to South and Southeast Asia, and support the establishment of a modern commercial circulation system.
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Sow Fertility’s CEO Recognised as a Tatler Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow 2026 for Closing the Support Gap in Women’s Reproductive Health
The award highlights Chan’s commitment to closing the support gap for individuals navigating their fertility, maternity and family-building journeys — journeys that, for too many, are still undertaken without guidance, coordination or workplace understanding.
Originally launched in 2016, Gen.T stands for “Generation Tomorrow”. This year the list celebrates its landmark tenth anniversary, marking a decade of spotlighting the founders, creatives, innovators and changemakers shaping Asia’s future.
Closing the Support Gap
Across Asia, individuals navigating fertility and family-building decisions are often left to face fragmented care systems, opaque costs and deeply personal choices largely on their own — compounded by stigma and silence around these topics. Sow Fertility was built to close that gap: not simply to inform, but to stand alongside members through every stage of the journey.
“When I started Sow Fertility, it came from a simple but deeply personal belief: fertility and reproductive health should not feel confusing, isolating, or impossible to navigate alone,” said Dawn Chan, Founder and CEO of Sow Fertility.
That belief is embodied in Sow’s Care Companions — dedicated support specialists who guide members one-on-one from early exploration and fertility assessments through treatment, pregnancy and postnatal care. The result is a model where no one has to piece together their own path: the guidance, coordination and emotional support are part of the journey itself.
Destigmatising Fertility and Family Building
Chan’s leadership has also focused on normalising conversations around diverse pathways to parenthood. In many parts of Asia, deeply rooted cultural norms continue to shape perceptions of fertility and family building, often limiting open dialogue — and leaving those on these journeys without the support of their communities and workplaces. Through her advocacy, Chan has worked to create space for more inclusive and transparent conversations — where options such as fertility preservation, assisted reproductive technologies, and non-traditional family structures are understood, respected and supported.
Bringing Support Into the Workplace
For most working adults, the greatest gaps in support appear where they spend most of their time: at work. Working alongside employers, insurers and industry bodies, Sow Fertility partners with organisations to build fertility- and family-building-friendly workplaces — spanning fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and, increasingly, perimenopause and menopause support — so that employees no longer have to navigate treatment cycles, appointments and recovery invisibly and alone.
Chan has also been a vocal advocate for improved reproductive health policies in Hong Kong and across Asia, including expanded access to fertility treatments, greater affordability, and more comprehensive support systems. This recognition underscores the importance of aligning workplace benefits and public policy with the realities of modern family building, where timelines, choices, and pathways are increasingly diverse.
A Growing Movement for Reproductive Equity
Dawn Chan’s recognition as a Leader of Tomorrow reflects not only her individual impact, but also a broader shift toward prioritising women’s health and reproductive rights in the region. Sow Fertility remains committed to building a future where no one navigates their reproductive health journey alone — and where support is accessible, stigma-free, and built into the systems people rely on every day.
Dawn Chan’s full Gen.T profile is available on Tatler Asia, and the complete list of honourees can be viewed on the Tatler Gen.T Hong Kong Leaders of Tomorrow 2026 page.
Here is the press release on our site: https://www.sowfertility.com/blog-post/sow-fertilitys-ceo-recognised-as-tatler-gen-ts-leaders-of-tomorrow-for-advancing-conversation-on-womens-reproductive-health
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About Sow Fertility
Sow Fertility transforms reproductive health and family-building in Asia by offering comprehensive and flexible fertility benefit solutions through corporates and insurance partners, alongside memberships for individuals. The company provides personalised, end-to-end support — including dedicated Care Companions who guide members through every stage of their journey — that enables members and employees to navigate fertility, maternity and family-building challenges, fostering a healthier, more productive workforce and thriving organisation. Sow Fertility is led by Founder & CEO Dawn Chan.
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TelkomGroup, Nongsa Digital Park, and BW Digital Strengthen Indonesia’s Digital Gateway through the NCC Submarine Cable System
Strategic collaboration to reinforce Batam’s position as a digital hub connecting Indonesia and Singapore to global markets
BATAM, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 July 2026 – PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin), an operating company of PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (Telkom), together with BW Digital and the support of Nongsa Digital Park (NDP) as one of strategic partners, today marked a significant milestone in the development of Indonesia’s international digital infrastructure with the successful landing of the Nongsa Changi Cable (NCC) at NDP, Batam, on 20 July 2026.
The NCC cable landing ceremony was also attended by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Airlangga Hartarto, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Trade and Industry of The Republic of Singapore Gan Kim Yong, Indonesian Ambassador to Singapore Hotmangaraja Panjaitan, Managing Director Business-2 of Danantara Indonesia Setyanto Hantoro, Deputy Governor Of Batam Nyanyang Haris Pratamura, as well as members of the Boards of Directors of Telkom, Telin, BW Digital, and Nongsa Digital Park.
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Airlangga Hartarto stated, “Indonesia’s digital transformation needs to be supported by robust physical infrastructure and increasingly strong connectivity. NCC serves as the physical foundation for a new digital corridor connecting Indonesia and Singapore, while further strengthening Batam’s position as Indonesia’s digital gateway. The presence of NCC is expected to reinforce the strategic position of both countries in the global digital ecosystem and value chain, while creating opportunities for greater investment, innovation, and new technology-driven economic activities.”
The Cable Landing Ceremony celebrates the successful deployment of NCC, a strategic subsea cable system that connects Batam and Singapore through one of the shortest and most direct routes across the Singapore Strait. NCC is one of two new Batam–Singapore subsea cable systems developed by Telkom Group, alongside the Indonesia Singapore Cable System (INSICA), to further strengthen digital connectivity between Indonesia and Singapore. As a key segment of the Indonesia Cable Express (ICE) ecosystem, NCC strengthens international connectivity while supporting Indonesia’s ambition to become a leading digital hub in Southeast Asia.
“Strategic investments such as the NCC are fundamental, as strengthening digital sovereignty and infrastructure can serve as a catalyst for innovation, competitiveness, and growth across various industries. This infrastructure is expected to generate a broader economic multiplier effect by driving the growth of industries in Batam and across Indonesia, ultimately contributing to stronger national economic growth and resilience,” said Setyanto Hantoro, Managing Director Business-2 of Danantara Indonesia, during the press conference.
Spanning approximately 50 kilometers and equipped with 24 fiber pairs, NCC is designed to deliver high-capacity, low-latency connectivity to meet the rapidly growing demand for cloud services, hyperscale platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), and data center interconnection across the region. Landed successfully in the latest international cable touch point in Batam, NCC represents a critical milestone toward the system’s operational readiness and reinforces the shared commitment of Government of Indonesia to ensure the development of world-class digital infrastructure in Indonesia.
Beyond enhancing regional connectivity, NCC is expected to accelerate Indonesia’s digital economy by attracting investment in digital infrastructure, supporting the expansion of AI-ready data centers, enabling enterprise digital transformation, and strengthening the resilience and diversity of international network routes between Indonesia and Singapore. The project also reinforces Batam’s position as Indonesia’s strategic digital gateway, creating new opportunities for innovation, business growth, and high-value digital investments.
Dian Siswarini, President Director of Telkom Indonesia, added, “Through the continued development of sustainable digital infrastructure, TelkomGroup is committed to strengthening Indonesia’s digital sovereignty while delivering tangible impact on the growth of the national digital economy. NCC represents a strategic collaboration between Indonesia and Singapore in building a more connected and competitive digital ecosystem. This strategic infrastructure not only strengthens Indonesia’s digital connectivity and resilience, but also provides greater route diversity and enhanced connectivity for Singapore as a regional digital hub, creating mutual benefits for both countries,” Dian concluded.”
Budi Satria Dharma Purba, Director of Wholesale & International Service of Telkom Indonesia, said, “NCC establishes a new digital corridor between Indonesia and Singapore as part of the Indonesia Cable Express ecosystem. Together with future ICE developments, it will strengthen international connectivity, support AI-ready digital infrastructure, and provide greater network resilience for enterprises, hyperscalers, and digital businesses across the region.”
Ludovic Hutier, Chief Executive Officer of BW Digital, stated, “The successful landing of NCC demonstrates the power of strategic partnerships in delivering critical digital infrastructure for Southeast Asia. Together with Telin, we are creating a future-ready connectivity platform that supports the region’s accelerating demand for cloud, AI, and data center services. NCC is also a critical component of BW Digital’s broader digital ecosystem, which includes Citra Connect’s terrestrial fibre network and NDP1 144MW data centre campus in Batam, providing the end-to-end infrastructure our customers need to support their regional expansion.”
Mike Wiluan, Chief Executive Officer at Nongsa Digital Park, added “Today’s cable landing is more than the completion of digital infrastructure, it represents the strengthening of an ecosystem. At Nongsa Digital Park, we are bringing together connectivity, data centers, cloud platforms, AI innovation, digital talent, and global enterprises into one integrated hub. Through our collaboration with TelkomGroup, BW Digital, and the support of both the Indonesian and Singaporean governments, we are creating a gateway that connects Indonesia to Singapore and beyond. Together, we are building the digital bridge that enables Indonesia to play a greater role in the global digital economy. NDP is now officially a new destination point for domestic and international subsea fibre optic cables, and we look forward to welcoming more in the near future.”
As part of the broader Indonesia Cable Express (ICE) initiative, NCC complements TelkomGroup’s long-term strategy to expand international connectivity infrastructure and strengthen Indonesia’s role within the regional digital ecosystem. By combining resilient international networks with the continued growth of digital infrastructure in Batam, the project is expected to support the expansion of cloud services, digital platforms, and emerging technologies that will shape Southeast Asia’s digital future.
The successful cable landing marks another important milestone in realizing a more connected, resilient, and future-ready digital landscape, reaffirming TelkomGroup’s commitment to powering digital growth across the region.Hashtag: #Telin #NCCLandingCeremony #DigitalInfrastructure #SubmarineCable #Connectivity #Telecommunications #DigitalTransformation
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About Telin
Founded in 2007, Telin is a leading global digital enabler delivering premium international mobility, connectivity and tailored solutions for wholesale, enterprise, digital, and retail customers. Telin supports its customers through global offices in Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, the United States, Timor Leste, the United Arab Emirates, and Myanmar, with representatives in the United Kingdom, the Philippines, India, Australia, Vietnam, and Canada.
Telin infrastructure spans over 306,376 kilometers of submarine cable systems across 27 global networks, backed by 162 Points of Presence in 35 countries, and part of more than 19 Tier II to Tier IV data centers in strategic locations including Singapore, Hong Kong, Timor Leste, and Indonesia. Telin is dedicated to changing the way you connect and drive digital transformation worldwide.
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About BW Digital
Headquartered in Singapore and part of , BW Digital develops, builds and operates digital infrastructure in high-potential markets. Our vision is to create a sustainable digital ecosystem for cloud and AI workloads by combining data centres, connectivity and renewable energy assets.digital infrastructure in high-potential markets. Our vision is to create a sustainable digital ecosystem for cloud and AI workloads by combining data centres, connectivity and renewable energy assets.
Our infrastructure portfolio notably includes the 15,000km Hawaiki submarine cable connecting Australia, New Zealand and the US since 2018, and the BW Digital Campus at Nongsa Digital Park, comprising the 144MW NDP1 data centre, the NCC submarine cable between Singapore and Batam and the Citra Connect terrestrial fibre network.
About Nongsa Digital Park
Nongsa Digital Park (NDP) is Indonesia’s premier digital investment destination, strategically located within the Nongsa Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Batam. Covering 188.04 hectares, NDP offers a future-ready platform for companies seeking to expand across Southeast Asia through world-class digital infrastructure, a business-friendly environment, and seamless regional connectivity.
Purpose-built to support the digital economy, NDP integrates hyperscale data centers, digital and creative industries, technology education, hospitality, marinas, resorts, and recreational facilities into a single ecosystem. This Work, Learn, Live, and Play environment enables businesses to innovate, attract talent, and scale efficiently.
Positioned at the crossroads of Indonesia and Singapore, Nongsa Digital Park provides investors with access to a growing digital market, a skilled talent pipeline, competitive operating advantages, and a supportive investment ecosystem. More than a business location, NDP is a strategic gateway for long-term growth, digital innovation, and sustainable investment in one of Asia’s fastest-growing digital economies.
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