Separated by thousands of miles, the two millennia-old port cities reconnected, leveraging their ports as a bond and cultural exchanges as a cohesive force to hold in-depth talks on integrated port-city development and bilateral economic and trade connectivity.

This cross-Indian Ocean dialogue echoes the ancient Maritime Silk Road while charting a brand-new outbound development path. As a pivotal starting port of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, Ningbo is building a new global trade landscape powered by smart manufacturing.

A thousand years ago, merchant vessels from Mingzhou Port set sail southward loaded with Yue Kiln celadon porcelain, passing through Ceylon to deliver Oriental crafts across the Indian Ocean coasts. Precious gemstones and spices traveled the same sea route back to regions south of the Yangtze River, laying the groundwork for the earliest cultural exchange between the two ports through trade. Today, the cargo carried by giant cargo ships has undergone a dramatic transformation. Beyond traditional daily necessities, intelligent equipment, digital home appliances and industrial robots now dominate shipments.

Official statistics show that Ningbo’s exports of intelligent equipment, including mechanical arms and industrial robots, hit 440 million yuan in 2025, surging more than 40% year-on-year. From January to May this year, Ningbo’s exports of mechanical and electrical products maintained steady growth, reaching 247 billion yuan, a 4.1% year-on-year increase and accounting for 58.0% of the city’s total export volume. The new energy foreign trade sector saw explosive growth, with exports of new energy vehicles, lithium batteries, and photovoltaic products jumping 138.4% year-on-year, with electric vehicle exports skyrocketing 215.9%. Smart manufactured goods are continuously expanding the scope of Ningbo’s foreign trade.

Complementing the Colombo forum, an exhibition highlights Ningbo’s outstanding going-global enterprises and their products, vividly illustrating the profound shift in Ningbo’s trade structure.

Alongside time-honored Maritime Silk Road staples such as celadon porcelain and silk, Ningbo’s smart manufactured products—including AI translation glasses, intelligent outdoor gear and digital small home appliances—occupy prominent display spaces across the venue. In Sri Lanka, Ningbo smart water meters are widely adopted nationwide, while handheld cooling fans and intelligent kitchen appliances have entered ordinary households.

Leveraging Colombo Port’s transshipment advantages, massive volumes of Ningbo smart manufactured goods are distributed onward to Europe, the Middle East and beyond. What Ningbo exports today is no longer mere commodities, but a complete outbound solution integrating technology, brand value and after-sales services.

Faced with mounting challenges including homogeneous global market competition and rising trade barriers, Ningbo’s manufacturing sector has abandoned the old model of low-cost OEM production, relying on intelligent transformation to consolidate its competitive edge in overseas markets.

Over more than a decade of digital transformation efforts, Ningbo has achieved full digital upgrading of all industrial enterprises above designated size. A large number of local factories have built unmanned black-light workshops and flexible production lines, escaping vicious price competition through continuous technological iteration. Represented by five specialized, sophisticated, distinctive and innovative enterprises dubbed Ningbo’s “Five Little Tigers”—famous for their core proprietary technologies, including highly sophisticated visual inspection equipment, heat-resistant materials, sun-proof coatings, puncture-proof materials and self-drilling fasteners—these niche manufacturers have developed differentiated technical routes and full-spectrum production capacity, cementing irreplaceable competitiveness for Ningbo smart manufacturing on global markets.

Beyond trade expansion, Ningbo has built a supporting cultural communication system to ensure “products go global, accompanied by local culture”.

The launch of Sri Lanka’s first “One-Meter Cultural Space” cultural station during the Colombo event marks a tangible milestone of Ningbo’s go-global initiative. Built on enterprises’ overseas outlets, these miniature cultural exhibition halls integrate intangible cultural heritage crafts, urban stories and smart products, enabling overseas clients to experience cutting-edge manufacturing while gaining insight into Ningbo’s profound cultural heritage.

During the twin-city story-sharing session, Ningbo entrepreneurs based in Sri Lanka and local designers blending Chinese and Sri Lankan aesthetics shared stories of bilateral exchanges. Economic and trade ties have evolved into a bond for people-to-people communication, bridging divides in cross-cultural trade.

From Tang-dynasty celadon porcelain sailing across the Indian Ocean to intelligent equipment shipping to every corner of the globe, Ningbo, the ancient Maritime Silk Road port, has preserved its enduring gene of openness. Where exchanges once relied purely on commodity trade, today smart manufacturing underpins a stable, diversified and high-value-added global trade network.

The Ningbo-Colombo dialogue stands as a vivid microcosm of this transformation: the port still links lands and seas, yet the core of its trade has undergone a full intelligent upgrade.

Rooted in its historical legacy as a key Maritime Silk Road hub, Ningbo has consolidated its industrial foundation through a decade of digital development, expanded global market reach via worldwide port networks, and softened trade cooperation through cultural exchanges. This brand-new outbound shipping route forged by smart manufacturing has not only reshaped the city’s foreign trade landscape, but also delivered a replicable port-city development model for Chinese manufacturing to go global.

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A vibrant new collection of aqua attractions at Grand Resort Deck transforms Galaxy Macau into the city’s largest children’s water wonderland, while Galaxy Promenade adds extra summer excitement with enticing retail redemptions

MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 July 2026 – Galaxy Macau sets the stage for an unforgettable summer as the ultimate leisure destination with the debut of “Aquatainment Island,” a vibrant new children’s zone at its award-winning Grand Resort Deck. Spanning nearly 3,000 square metres, this colourful outdoor oasis features three imaginative themed areas for toddlers to nine-year-olds. Together with Splash Cove and the popular Galaxy Kidz Edutainment Center, it marks a new chapter in family entertainment, while expanding Galaxy Macau into the city’s largest aquatic wonderland for children.

Equally refreshing, Galaxy Promenade at Galaxy Macau offers a stylish retreat from the summer heat with curated seasonal experiences. Transformed into a whimsical indoor garden, the luxury shopping destination delights guests with exclusive rewards, including cooling floral-infused beverages, charming plush bouquets, and luxury branded activities, adding a touch of elegance and indulgence to every summer visit. An exclusive “Glitz & Glam Dynamic Videos” experience located at Jade Lobby is available to guests meeting designated spending thresholds.

This season also sees the well-received Wave Pool Party returning to Grand Resort Deck in August, featuring popular regional stars and vibrant entertainment. To enjoy the most of Galaxy Macau’s world-class experiences, sign-up for the luxury resort’s WeChat membership to be on the forefront of captivating offers.

Play & Learn in a World that Blends Edutainment and Aquatainment

Able to welcome up to 230 guests at a time, the new Aquatainment Island combines a series of fun elements, while elevating the excitement in education. Young minds are invited to discover the wonders of water at Wavey’s Project Aqua, where the science of H₂O comes to life through more than 20 hands-on, interactive experiences. Inspired by Galaxy Macau’s iconic architecture and Wavey the Peacock, the exhibits are designed to strengthen curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Children step into the role of junior engineers, exploring water flow, mechanics, and energy conversion in a fun, immersive setting. This engaging environment encourages experiential learning while building foundational Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) knowledge.

The journey seamlessly continues at the adjacent WonderFun Pavilion, where young innovators can apply their ideas, test new concepts, and further expand their creativity. Wavey brings young guests to enjoy further hands-on experiments, nature exploration, and live performances. With a rotating line-up of workshops across seven daily sessions, each visit offers fresh opportunities to learn, discover, and grow through engaging, interactive play in an open-air setting.

Entertainment is as importantly as education in the new aqua zone at Grand Resort Deck, therefore a surfing Wavey welcomes young guests into a vibrant water wonderland designed for exhilarating family fun-Wavey’s Splash Command. At its heart, The Water Castle features four exciting slides and a signature tipping bucket, surrounded by over 20 dynamic aquatic elements, from geysers and soakers to interactive water cannons and cascading curtains. Ranging from 8.3 to 11.3 metres, the slides send junior thrill-seekers swooping down from 1.5 metres’ height, delivering splashing excitement, laughter, and unforgettable shared moments.

Shop to Take Home Fantastic Plush Bouquets

Galaxy Promenade presents a captivating seasonal transformation, inviting discerning guests into a dreamlike garden where artistry and imagination intertwine. Delicately arranged, fairy-like plush blooms bring a sense of whimsy and elegance, while a striking floral hot-air balloon appears to float effortlessly from the transparent ceiling—creating a poetic vision of blossoms suspended in mid-air. Bathed in natural light and framed by refined architectural design, the space offers a serene yet inspiring backdrop for an elevated shopping experience.

From now until August 31, guests are invited to indulge in exclusive redemption of exquisitely crafted plush floral bouquet when meeting designated spending at Galaxy Promenade. Enhancing the season’s offerings, a curated selection of summer refreshments—both coffee and tea creations—is thoughtfully co-presented by Galaxy Macau and Momokawa, available within the Floral Art & Coffee Boutique at the Italian shopping district.

Throughout the summer, charming ambassadors will be roaming Galaxy Promenade with oversized balloon flowers in hand, adding a touch of delight to the shopping experience. Guests are invited to stop by and capture memorable photo moments with them.

With a maximum of two same-day shopping receipt from Galaxy Promenade, guests who spend over MOP20,000 may choose between a bouquet of four plush flowers or a signature summer beverage. Those spending over MOP30,000 can enjoy either six plush flowers or two refreshing drinks. For guests with over MOP60,000 in spending, an indulgent reward awaits: eight plush flowers accompanied by two specially crafted summer beverages—an elegant pairing of keepsakes and seasonal indulgence.

To sprinkle energetically high-tech fun to the experience, eligible guests are invited to step into the spotlight at the exclusive “Glitz & Glam Dynamic Videos” installation located at Jade Lobby. Here, a state-of-the-art high-speed robotic camera captures dynamic, cinematic footage as it glides seamlessly before each guest. This immersive encounter encourages playful creativity and self-expression, transforming every moment into a stylish, shareable memory. All guests spending MOP3,000 across Galaxy Macau are automatically eligible for the experience.

To uplift the elegant vibes, guests are invited to embark on an elevated journey of artistry, craftsmanship and discovery at Galaxy Promenade. From now until August 31, savour The Ritz-Carlton, Macau’s exclusive “L’Art du Goût” Afternoon Tea, created in collaboration with Delvaux, where refined gastronomy meets Belgian heritage and exceptional savoir-faire. After the afternoon tea indulgence, guests are invited to create unique gold-plated artwork at the Delvaux boutique at Galaxy Promenade.

The artistic experience is further enriched by Vacheron Constantin’s “Explore All Ways Possible” Exhibition at Pearl Lobby, presented from now until July 19, an inspiring celebration of watchmaking excellence, cultural exploration and creative innovation through immersive and interactive encounters. Subsequently, from July 22 until August 23, the IWC Schaffhausen “Next Space Age Exhibition” will make an exclusive appearance at Pearl Lobby. Blending heritage with innovation, the showcase offers a captivating exploration of the brand’s unique vision of time, precision engineering and enduring craftsmanship. Galaxy Atelier continues to collaborate with the world’s most prestigious watch and jewellery maisons, curating exclusive experiences at Galaxy Promenade that showcase the finest in craftsmanship, timeless sophistication and luxury living.

Energy Persists at East Square

At East Square, Galaxy Macau continues to energise the summer season with the immersive “Coca-Cola” Football Fever Playground—an interactive experience where sport meets innovation. Guests are invited to showcase their football prowess through cutting-edge, high-tech gameplay, elevated by the spectacle of football-shaped drones soaring above, amplifying the excitement and competitive spirit.

Further extending the vibrant sporting atmosphere, East Square will soon host an engaging “Volleyball Experience” from July 22 to 26 in celebration of the Women’s Volleyball Nations League – Finals Macao 2026 Presented by Galaxy Entertainment Group, jointly organized by GEG in collaboration with the Sports Bureau of the Macao SAR Government and the Volleyball Association of Macao, China. Guests will be able to revisit the history of the sport at a dedicated exhibition, while enjoying interactive games to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of a world-class sporting event. Athletes will also appear at the autograph session on July 24 for up-close experiences with fans.

Among the highlights is the exhilarating “Racing Legend: F4 Simulators” – arriving at East Square near the end of July – where guests can step into the driver’s seat of a Formula 4 race car. Set against an iconic circuit in the world, this sophisticated digital simulation delivers a thrilling and immersive racing encounter. Combining speed, precision, and realism, the experience offers both motorsport enthusiasts and casual participants an opportunity to engage with legendary racing heritage in a contemporary, interactive format.

For more information, please visit www.galaxymacau.com.

Hashtag: #GalaxyMacau

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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort

Galaxy Macau, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Nine award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau and Capella at Galaxy Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.

As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000-square-meter, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, immersive thrills and luxurious comfort go hand in hand at Galaxy Cinemas. All 10 theatres are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavours & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavours at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff.

Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.

For more details, please visit www.galaxymacau.com, www.broadwaymacau.com.mo and www.galaxyicc.com.

Since its launch in 2022, AHS has continued to scale its impact across the region, expanding to 10 Asia-Pacific markets. The programme supports schools and communities in embedding health and wellbeing into the lives of young people, across four pillars: Healthy Eating, Active Lifestyles, Mental Wellbeing and Health & Sustainability.

The 2025/26 competition attracted a record number of entries, reflecting the growing momentum of the programme and the increasing commitment of educators and young people to drive wellbeing initiatives in their communities.

Entries demonstrated how schools are generating breakthrough ideas and turning healthy habits into daily routines that influence behaviour across classrooms, families and communities, with many showing sustained impact over time.

Stuart A. Spencer, AIA Group Chief Marketing Officer and Head of the AHS Competition Judging Panel, said, “The AIA Healthiest Schools Competition is one of the leading programmes of its kind in Asia and is helping young people take ownership of their health by turning knowledge into action.

Across the region, we are seeing rising levels of inactivity, poorer nutrition, and increasing mental health pressures among young people and the evidence shows that early intervention can make a lasting difference. Through this programme, students are developing healthier habits and essential life skills such as creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.

This programme goes far beyond awareness – it is driving lasting behaviour change and is a powerful manifestation of our Purpose of helping people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

Congratulations to our Regional Winner, SMP IL Kapten Fatubaa from Indonesia and the pillar winners. Your shining examples will inspire countless others across the region, shaping a healthier future for young people all over Asia.”

The winners were honoured at a regional awards ceremony in Bangkok, Thailand, where a total prize pool of US$100,000 was awarded to support schools’ ongoing health and wellbeing initiatives.

Regional Winner – SMP IL Kapten Fatubaa, Indonesia

In a remote border village where students cross rivers and rugged terrain to reach school, SMP IL Kapten Fatubaa transformed a local waste challenge into a powerful learning opportunity. Through its “Huka Upcycling Project,” students convert banana peel waste into ice cream, compost, and liquid fertiliser – combining science education with entrepreneurship and community impact. The initiative has benefited over 1,000 people, strengthening environmental literacy, supporting local farmers, and fostering cross-border collaboration.

Category Winners

Health & Sustainability Award – Angchum Secondary School, Cambodia

Student-led campaigns and community partnerships promoted plastic reduction, hygiene, and environmental care. The initiative strengthened sustainable habits and improved health practices across both the school and surrounding community.

Mental Wellbeing Award – Chongqing Nan’an District Shanhu Puhui Experimental Primary School, China

The “Emotion Eco-Park” helps students develop emotional awareness and resolve conflicts through structured activities and dedicated learning areas. The initiative has reduced conflicts and created a more positive school environment.

Active Lifestyles Award – Sekolah Kebangsaan Manir, Malaysia

The “Sihat Aktif Manirian” programme uses digital tracking and goal-setting to encourage healthier daily habits. It has improved hydration, fitness awareness, and student ownership of wellbeing.

Healthy Eating Award – Chu Van An Primary School, Vietnam

The “Happy Meal” project promotes healthy eating through nutrition education, organic gardening, and hands-on cooking. It significantly improved student diets and increased the proportion of students at a healthy weight, while rebuilding trust in school meals.

Looking Ahead

The 2026/27 AHS will continue to build on this strong momentum, expanding its reach to include Myanmar and New Zealand, alongside its existing markets of Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong SAR⁽¹⁾, Indonesia, Mainland China, Malaysia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.

By broadening its footprint, AIA aims to extend the programme’s positive impact to even more students and communities across Asia-Pacific, further advancing its Purpose of helping people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

To learn more about the programme, visit ahs.aia.com.

Hashtag: #AIA

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About AIA

AIA Group Limited and its subsidiaries (collectively “AIA” or the “Group”) comprise the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group. It has a presence in 18 markets – wholly-owned branches and subsidiaries in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, New Zealand, the Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan (China), Vietnam, Brunei and Macau SAR⁽²⁾, and a 49 per cent joint venture in India. In addition, AIA has a 24.99 per cent shareholding in China Post Life Insurance Co., Ltd.

The business that is now AIA was first established in Shanghai more than a century ago in 1919. It is a market leader in Asia (ex-Japan) based on life insurance premiums and holds leading positions across the majority of its markets. It had total assets of US$345 billion as of 31 December 2025.

AIA meets the long-term savings and protection needs of individuals by offering a range of products and services including life insurance, accident and health insurance and savings plans. The Group also provides employee benefits, credit life and pension services to corporate clients. Through an extensive network of agents, partners and employees across Asia, AIA serves the holders of more than 44 million individual policies and over 16 million participating members of group insurance schemes.

AIA Group Limited is listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited under the stock codes “1299” for HKD counter and “81299” for RMB counter with American Depositary Receipts (Level 1) traded on the over-the-counter market under the ticker symbol “AAGIY”.