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A fusion of traditional and modern Hong Kong-style egg dishes

Presented by The Japan Poultry Association and TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – Japanese eggs have always been highly popular among Hong Kong people. As of 2022, Hong Kong has consecutively ranked as the top region for Japanese egg exports for 18 years, accounting for 93% of the total export volume. The annual consumption of Japanese eggs by Hong Kong people has also shown a rapid growth trend. This year, the “Japan Poultry Association” continues to promote Japanese eggs to Hong Kong people and encourages the local food and beverage industry to introduce Japanese eggs.

A fusion of traditional and modern Hong Kong-style egg dishes
A fusion of traditional and modern Hong Kong-style egg dishes

As a result, they have collaborated with the Ranou (蘭王) to present three Hong Kong-style egg dishes using the finest Japanese “Ranou eggs”. The featured egg dishes revolve around the renowned “egg tarts”, accompanied by nostalgic “boiled eggs” and “Scotch eggs with preserved meat and dried vegetables”. Each dish incorporates new elements into the classics and enhances the flavors with the addition of Ranou (蘭王) bringing surprises to the taste buds.

The three Hong Kong-style Japanese egg dishes are now available for a limited time at the TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳 ). Additionally, other dishes using Japanese eggs are also being served, such as original flavor egg tarts (HKD 28), bean curd sheet sweet egg cake (HKD 38), and molten custard French toast with milk foam (HKD 68). The “Da An Tea and Ice House” expresses its commitment to continue supporting Japanese eggs, and all egg tarts will continue to be made with Japanese eggs, aiming to attract customers. Please look forward to this sincere fusion of Hong Kong and Japanese culinary cultures!

Egg Tart with Japanese Egg Tasting Event
On November 7th (Tuesday), the Japan Poultry Association invited various media outlets, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and the Consul General of Japan in Hong Kong, Ambassador Okada, to participate in the “Tasting Event: New Japanese Egg Tart Creation”. The event showcased the limited-time products made with Japanese eggs.

To promote Japanese eggs, Mr. Hitoshi Asagi, the representative of the Japan Poultry Association (Managing Director), specially attended the event in Hong Kong. Mr. Asagi expressed his delight and gratitude for the successful execution of the event. He hoped that this opportunity would allow Hong Kong people to experience the unique and safe culture of consuming raw Japanese eggs. During the event, he introduced the characteristics and rigorous production processes of Japanese eggs, aiming to deepen Hong Kong people’s understanding and trust in Japanese eggs. Mr. Asagi also mentioned that they would continue and further promote Japanese eggs in Hong Kong, with the goal of achieving a steady growth in export volume each year.

The limited-time dishes received positive feedback during the event. In addition to evaluating the taste, aroma, and appearance of the food, the guests also expressed their trust and confidence in the preparation of semi-cooked dishes made with Japanese eggs. During the Q&A session, the guests actively raised questions, including inquiries about consuming raw Japanese eggs in Hong Kong. In response, Mr. Yasuyoshi Sankai, the representative of JA Zen-Noh Egg Corporation (Section Chief), explained that due to the transportation time, most Japanese eggs available in the Hong Kong market have exceeded the recommended period for raw consumption. Some Japanese egg packages are labeled as “for heating” and it is not recommended for consumers to consume them raw for safety reasons. As for a small portion of Japanese eggs labeled as “for raw consumption,” they are transported by air with shorter transportation time, allowing them to be safely consumed within the specified raw consumption period indicated on the packaging.

The production process of Japanese eggs
The production process of Japanese eggs is highly regarded internationally due to strict monitoring and management from production to delivery, ensuring safety and health for consumers to enjoy with peace of mind. Before the eggs are sent to the GP center for multiple inspections, the young chickens receive vaccinations to prevent infectious diseases and undergo regular testing for Salmonella to ensure the collection of healthy eggs. Once the eggs arrive at the GP center, they undergo automated inspection, packaging, and production processes. The temperature is strictly controlled in the facility to prevent egg spoilage, and multiple inspection procedures are carried out to eliminate poor-quality eggs with inferior appearance, pale color, or blood spots. These measures contribute to the trustworthiness of Japanese eggs in the market.

Furthermore, there is a rumor that eggs with the “TAMAGO Japan Egg” certification logo can be consumed raw, but this is not entirely true. Fresh Japanese eggs have an optimal consumption period within 20 days after packaging, and the effective consumption period is generally 60 days. If one wishes to consume raw eggs, they should deduct 40 days from the effective consumption period. However, since most Japanese eggs are transported by slower shipping methods, the Japanese eggs available in Hong Kong may have already exceeded the recommended period for raw consumption. Additionally, the “TAMAGO Japan Egg” certification logo represents compliance with three certifications: the Japan Egg Association, the Japan Food Safety Verification Organization, and the hygiene management standards of the GP center for export. It does not specifically indicate suitability for raw consumption.

Introduction of Ranou (蘭王) eggs
Ranou (蘭王) eggs are produced in the city of Kitsuki, Oita Prefecture, which boasts abundant natural resources. The production of Ranou eggs adheres to the food hygiene management standards of “HACCP” and utilizes a special natural feed formula that emphasizes plant protein for feeding the hens. The vibrant orange yolk (Ranou eggs have the darkest hue at 15 degrees) concentrates the aroma and freshness of the eggs, making them visually appealing.

Ranou eggs have their own unique characteristics in terms of yolk, egg white, and eggshell. The use of red bell pepper powder as the main ingredient in the feed gives the eggs their distinctive bright orange yolk. Through research and improvements in feed formulation, the flavor and freshness of the eggs are taken to another level, while also increasing the hens’ preference for the feed, ensuring they consume an adequate amount. Additionally, the farm uses lactobacillus and seaweed powder to eliminate the protein’s odor and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the hens’ intestines. Moreover, the farm adds crab shells and calcium to the feed, which helps enhance the hardness of the eggshells and alleviate stress, contributing to the overall health of the hens.

TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳 ) Time-Limited Menu
Release Date (Limited Period): October 30, 2023 ~

Purple Yam Egg Tart(HKD 32)
The sweet and rich aroma of Ranou eggs combines synergistically with the fragrant sweetness of purple sweet potatoes, creating a double satisfaction. The filling consists of two layers, with the upper layer being smooth and flavorful chicken egg custard, while the lower layer is a velvety purple sweet potato paste. The addition of purple sweet potato granules on the surface adds a multi-textural experience to the overall taste.

Poached Egg with Condensed Milk and Espresso(HKD 45)
Experience the rich and authentic flavor of Ranou eggs, and then customize it according to personal taste by adding espresso and smooth condensed milk. This creates a modern twist on the traditional “steamed egg custard” dish, infused with the aroma of coffee and the sweetness of condensed milk.

Preserved Vegetable and Pork Patty Scotch Egg(HKD 62)
The crispy fried coating envelops a smoky and chewy meat filling, creating the classic Mei Cai Rou Bing (preserved vegetable and pork patty) flavor. At the same time, you can enjoy the refreshing crunchiness of the preserved vegetables, creating a delicious and multi-textured experience. The vibrant and enticing yolk of the Ranou egg adds richness to the dish. To complement the flavors, you can pair it with honey mustard sauce, chickpea puree, and salad greens, creating a refreshing taste that is not overpowering.

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About The Japan Poultry Association

The Japan Poultry Association is a non-profit organization established in 1948, dedicated to improving the quality of the nation’s dietary lifestyle and ensuring the healthy development of the poultry industry. Its work includes stabilizing the supply and demand of poultry products and collecting and providing knowledge and information that promote the consumption of poultry products. The association also issues the “TAMAGO Japan Egg” safety certification for Japanese eggs that have passed multiple food inspections, allowing consumers to identify high-quality Japanese eggs.

The Japan Poultry Association’s safety certification assures consumers that eggs labeled with “TAMAGO Japan Egg” have been strictly monitored and tested, meeting the association’s rigorous standards in terms of rearing conditions, food safety inspections, and product quality and hygiene management.

By obtaining the Japan Poultry Association’s safety certification, consumers can trust that eggs labeled with “TAMAGO Japan Egg” have undergone strict monitoring and testing, ensuring they meet high-quality and hygiene standards. This allows consumers to choose and enjoy safe and reliable Japanese eggs.

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About TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳 )

TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳 ) was established in 1969 and has a history of 54 years. In 2022, due to the original owner immigrating, TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳 ) underwent a transformation from a traditional tea restaurant to a café. The restaurant underwent limited renovation while preserving the nostalgic ambiance of an old-fashioned “冰室” that is rarely seen today.

The menu primarily offers specialty coffee, light meals, and desserts. Additionally, it incorporates elements of a tea restaurant and creates original Chinese-Western fusion cuisine, reflecting TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳 ) commitment to blending new and old cultures.

Address: G/F 830 Canton Road, Yau Ma Tei

TAI ON Coffee & Tea Shop 大安茶冰廳

HKPC announces the key findings on the “Hong Kong AI Industry Development Study”

49% of AI enterprises expressing difficulties in recruiting technical talent HKPC provides nine major recommendations for establishing Hong Kong as a well-recognised “International AI and Data Industry Development Hub”

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) released the key findings on their “Hong Kong AI Industry Development Study” today, focusing on the status of Hong Kong’s artificial intelligence (AI) industry development, domestic and overseas competition and local corporate utility. HKPC also provided nine major recommendations for establishing Hong Kong as a well-recognised “International AI and Data Industry Development Hub”.

As one of the highlights of “2023 Policy Address”, the HKSAR Government has stated “AI and data science” as one of the three focuses of new industrialisation development. Upon receiving LegCo funding a few years ago, Hong Kong now hosts 14 cross-industry AI research laboratories and three universities ranking in the world’s top 30 universities with AI-related subjects and research, the HKSAR Government will also establish a “Digital Policy Office” to accelerate the construction of a high-performance computing (HPC) data centre, which is slated to complete in 2024-2025 and is already gradually applying AI technology into its public services. In order to build Hong Kong into an “AI and Data Industry Development Hub”, how should enterprises and governments respond? In light of this, HKPC collaborated with the Hong Kong Institute of Economics and Business Strategy (HIEBS), HKU Business School at The University of Hong Kong to conduct a “Hong Kong AI Industry Development Study” in mid-2023 to explore the various needs, opportunities and challenges the industry is currently facing. A total of 216 AI-related enterprises participated in the survey, and the key findings of the research are as follows:

Overview of the development of Hong Kong’s AI industry: 49% of participants expressed encountering difficulties in recruiting technical talent

Among the AI ​​enterprises interviewed, 25% are large companies, and 75% are small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Of these, 17% said they are developing at all three levels (basic layer, technology layer and application layer), and 22% said they intend to extend their development to other layers in the future. 55% of the companies are looking to expand their businesses into both international and local markets. In comparison, 14% and 11% of companies will choose to focus their businesses in Hong Kong and the Mainland, respectively.

Financial overview:

  • 51% of large companies stated that they are currently profitable, with 31% of overall enterprises claiming to be profitable.
  • Funding sources: 43% of companies report receiving funding from the HKSAR Government, while 19% received funding from venture capital/angel investors.
  • Cumulative investment amount: 49% of companies invested less than HK$1 million, while 21% invested between HK$1 million and HK$5 million, 6% of companies invested between HK$5 million and HK$10 million, 5% of companies invested between HK$10 million and HK$100 million, and 4% of companies invest over HK$100 million.

Industry development overview:

  • 48% of companies are solely developing AI for one industry, while 16% of companies target two industries and 15% of companies target three industries at the same time.
  • Targeted industries: 29% telecommunications and information technology services, 24% medical/clinical and health equipment, health products, pharmaceuticals, 23% education, nurturing/training, 22% manufacturing, and 21% Government organisations.
  • Main sources of income: 63% from Hong Kong, 19% from the Mainland, and 15% from overseas.

Current major challenges in the industry – insufficient HPC processing power and data, and difficulties in recruiting technical talent:

  • Insufficient processing power: 44% of enterprises express having difficulties securing enough processing power, and 71% cover the shortfalls through cloud computing services, of which 31% choose HPC data centres in the Mainland while 26% choose HPC data centres overseas.
  • Insufficient data: 44% of companies are having difficulties collecting data, and 16% say it takes a long time to collect sufficient data. Meanwhile, 8% reported that they have no relevant data.
  • Recruitment difficulties: 49% of companies are having difficulties recruiting, and some even reduced their hires of technical talent in Hong Kong. 77% of companies reasoned that it is due to Hong Kong’s high operating costs, and 41% expressed that Hong Kong lacks relevant technical talent. Nevertheless, 45% of companies still plan to increase the hiring of Hong Kong technical talent.

Overview of domestic and overseas AI ​​industry development: Governments worldwide are promoting the development of AI-led industries.

In the Mainland, the Chinese Government is actively promoting the development of AI, and the AI industry has already reached significant scale. While Shenzhen’s Pengcheng Cloudbrain II’s HPC computer capabilities have successfully reached world-class level, Shanghai has also been constructing The Shanghai Supercomputer Center (SSC). Additionally, both cities have issued regulatory measures and policies to promote the development of AI industry, covering key elements such as human resources, HPC processing, data, algorithms, primary research, application scenarios, industry chains, industrial park service systems, fund groups, and servicing standard systems. With the Government taking lead in implementing AI, Shanghai focuses on industries such as manufacturing, finance, and shipping, while Shenzhen focuses on public services and urban governance.

For the overseas market, Singapore launched its “National AI Strategy” in 2019, focusing on the interaction among Government, industry, academia and research sectors, as well as talent and data, with resources concentrated in areas such as finance, Government, healthcare and logistics. Singapore places special emphasis on nurturing local AI talent and supports the application of AI in local SMEs. Their AI Apprenticeship Program provides local talent with skills training and hands-on opportunities with a decent monthly allowance. The Singapore Government also provides AI readiness index assessment services, matching funding with projects, platform engineering teams, HPC cloud clusters, etc. for SMEs to promote their AI applications.

As an international financial centre, New York provides an excellent financing ecosystem and environment for AI companies in the United States, and is home to several top-tier research centres for AI tech giants. The New York City Government is also committed to building a healthy AI ecosystem and continue to explore additional opportunities for public sector applications of AI and safeguard citizens’ digital rights. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s significant investments in research and education have created a first-class innovative environment for local AI development. The country has nurtured world-class innovative universities such as the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich, giving rise to local AI star companies and attracting numerous top-tier global technology companies to establish a presence in the country. These collaborations between public and private institutions have made significant contributions to AI technology research and industrialisation of research outcomes, which in turn drives development of AI in Switzerland.

Concluding the situation in different regions, Governments worldwide have implemented policies to create a favourable development environment for AI to thrive. These trends indicate that AI has become a key focus for Governments around the world.

Overview of Hong Kong enterprises’ application of AI: 41% of Hong Kong enterprises are using or will use AI

To understand the overall situation of Hong Kong enterprises’ use of AI, this study has also collected additional data from 267 companies, of which 81% were SMEs, and 19% were large companies, covering multiple industries, including retail and catering, personal services, and professional service industries. Of all companies surveyed, 41% are or will be using AI, with 32% of them already applying the technology in multiple levels, such as marketing (58%), operations (44%), and internal management (33%). The average cumulative investment in AI has reached HK$830,000. For the remaining 9% of companies preparing to integrate AI technology into their business operations, their average investment budget is approximately HK$140,000. In terms of plans to expand the use of AI, 59% of companies that have already integrated AI stated that they will further expand their AI applications and increase their investment. 61% of them are considering to expand their investment by HK$300,000, and the average expected additional investment amount is as high as HK$1.22 million.

Mr Edmond LAI, Chief Digital Officer of HKPC, said, “As a scientific research institution, HKPC has strong experience in AI applications and practical capabilities in developing AI. We are committed to promoting the development of the AI ​​industry and have successfully developed relevant technologies as we assist enterprises in upgrading and transforming their businesses. According to the latest data, 49% of companies that have applied AI believe that its effects are in line with their expectations, and 14% even pointed out that their investment have even exceeded their expectations. However, a small number of companies even said that their AI applications may need more work to achieve the targeted effects. Through this valuable data research, HKPC aims to further promote the application of AI across various industries, helping businesses optimise their operations and production processes, enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and facilitate the development of the AI industry in Hong Kong while providing practical recommendations.”

Professor TANG Hei-wai, Associate Director of HIEBS, concluded that, “AI has empowered the development of thousands of industries and brought in huge growth potential to the economy. This research focused on the AI policies and development of five distinctly different countries/regions: Singapore, New York, Switzerland, Shanghai and Shenzhen, and we have discovered that all regional Governments have introduced specific policies and measures to create a fostering development environment for AI technologies. Among them, Shenzhen even proposed to cooperate with Hong Kong to build an AI HPC centre. In addition, the report also reflects that a good number of Hong Kong enterprises intend to further develop their AI businesses or apply AI. The HKSAR Government can refer to the experience of other regions and analyse the current challenges faced by local enterprises to formulate targeted incentive measures to ensure that our city can seize the opportunities that AI brings. By injecting new impetus into the post-epidemic and digital economy, we can upgrade our industries and create new opportunities.”

Over the years, HKPC has made remarkable achievements in research and development (R&D) of AI technologies and promoted the development of AI ​​industry. Mr Edmond LAI continued, “HKPC established the Hong Kong Industrial Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Centre (FLAIR) at the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, dedicated to utilising AI to drive productivity by combining technical expertise, network, innovative R&D and patents. As the sole founding institution, we have jointly operated FLAIR with our partner, RWTH Aachen Campus in Germany, over the years. After years of hard work, FLAIR has become a member of HKSAR Government’s world-class innovative platform ‘AIR@InnoHK’. In addition to cooperating with international research institutions and key industry players, with the goal to assist enterprises in establishing AI applications, and effectively supporting Hong Kong’s development into an international innovation and technology centre, FLAIR also developed the ‘Hephaestus: Industrial Artificial Intelligence Application Platform‘, enabling industry professionals to store and access data storages, AI model storages and generate codes from their subsequent industries’ database to develop, train and use various AI technologies. HKPC will continue to promote the development of innovative technologies, support new industrialisation in Hong Kong, and promote Hong Kong’s rise as an ‘International AI and Data Industry Development Hub’. In order to achieve this, we have put forward nine recommendations in their core segments, which may hopefully improve infrastructure development, accelerate industrialisation and expand our AI talent pool.”

Nine recommendations to promote Hong Kong’s development as an “International AI and Data Industry Development Hub”

Improve Infrastructure

  • Construct an Asia-leading HPC centre: The Government invests in establishing a “public” HPC Centre and introduces preferential policies to attract local and foreign enterprises to build “private” HPC centres in Hong Kong and attract enterprises to carry out AI R&D in Hong Kong along with other public supercomputing resources (e.g. Universities).
  • Establish an “International Big Data Hub”: Develop data policies through the newly formulated “Digital Policy Office” and establish regulations to create a “privacy policies-free” environment. Further promote Government departments and Government-operated or funded institutions to provide “privacy policies-free” big data and APIs, and negotiate and implement data circulation with Mainland and overseas cities. This will facilitate the circulation of big data involving personal privacies (e.g. medical data), while at the same time safeguarding individual citizens.
  • Formulate regulatory policies and guidelines for the development and application of AI technology: The Government must strike a balance between promoting the development of the AI ​​industry and safeguarding public interests, while enhancing the confidence of the industry and the public in the application of AI. We may refer to experiences and practices of other regions to stay in line with Mainland and overseas industry development.
  • Strengthen cooperation with the Greater Bay Area and other countries to improve the AI ​​and data industry, while Hong Kong focuses on developing its advantages: AI chip design, algorithms, AI frameworks, AI application software, etc.

Accelerate Industrialisation

  • Take the lead in promoting large-scale AI applications: In line with the development vision of smart city and smart government, the HKSAR Government should develop and launch large-scale AI applications by example to lead the development of the AI industry and attract AI companies to develop in Hong Kong.
  • Empower industries in Hong Kong by upgrading and transforming with AI: Encourage industry chambers to cooperate with the AI ​​industry, share successful AI use cases, explore new application scenarios, utilise Government funding to provide AI training to employees, apply AI to help traditional industries upgrade and transform, accelerate the development of emerging industries, and create business opportunities for the AI ​​industry.
  • Develop an “International Financing Centre for AI Companies”: The Government should cooperate with relevant public and private institutions to promote and publicise the newly launched “Specialist Technology Company Listing Rules” (Chapter 18C) by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, which allows pre-revenue, pre-profit specialised technology companies to list in Hong Kong, along with the new changes to HKEX’s GEM board’s listing rules. These reformed listing rules will attract more AI companies to list in Hong Kong and more venture capital funds to come to Hong Kong.

Foster an AI Talent Pool

  • Popularise AI education and accelerate the fostering of interdisciplinary “AI+ talent”: Universities and community colleges may incorporate AI education into their compulsory courses and in more disciplines, and secondary schools may also integrate AI education in multiple stages.
  • Promote Hong Kong as “The Most Internationally Livable City for AI Talent”: The HKSAR Government may promote the city’s AI industry development plan and the convenience of being in an international city. Additionally, formulate preferential policies to encourage AI companies to relocate non-local AI tech employees to Hong Kong and attract AI talent from across the globe to develop in Hong Kong.

Please click here to view the key findings of “Hong Kong AI Industry Development Study” (Chinese only). The full report will be available for download from HKPC and HKU Business School website in due course.

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At the media briefing of “Hong Kong AI Industry Development Study”, Mr Edmond LAI, Chief Digital Officer of HKPC (left), and Prof TANG Hei-wai, Associate Director of HIEBS (right), announced that 49% of AI companies expressing difficulties recruiting technical talent. They have also put forward nine recommendations in three core segments hoping to establish Hong Kong as a well-recognised “International AI and Data Industry Development Hub”.

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About HKPC New Industrialisation

New Industrialisation is one of the eight major development focuses of the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC). To support the goal of achieving new industrialisation as stated in the “Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint” promulgated by the HKSAR Government and promote high-quality and sustainable development of Hong Kong economy, HKPC New Industrialisation provides comprehensive technical support and training to move enterprises and industrial chains toward higher-end, smarter and greener transformation, achieving new industrialisation. The New Industrialisation Development Centre, established in mid-2023, provides an exchange platform for all sectors to learn about and master the latest technological solutions, with all-round services including testing and certification, certified new industrialisation courses and Government funding consultation, and more. This will drive and accelerate the realisation of new industrialisation in Hong Kong and other cities of the Greater Bay Area, speeding up the formation of new productivity. To promote the high-quality development of new industrialisation and the digital economy, HKPC New Industrialisation has also established “Celesphere”, dedicated to combining metaverse, Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence and human-machine interface technologies to further promote industrial metaverse applications and their adoption, optimising product life cycles, enhancing enterprise productivity and competitiveness, and jointly driving and implementing new industrialisation.

For more information, please visit HKPC New Industrialisation’s webpage: .

About the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC)

The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation established by statute in 1967, to promote productivity excellence through relentless drive of world-class advanced technologies and innovative service offerings to support Hong Kong enterprises. Being a key enabler of Industry 4.0 and Enterprise 4.0, HKPC strives to facilitate new industrialisation in Hong Kong, as well as bolstering Hong Kong to be an international innovation and technology centre and a smart city. The Council offers comprehensive innovative solutions for Hong Kong industries and enterprises, enabling them to achieve resources and productivity utilisation, effectiveness and cost reduction, and enhance competitiveness in both local and overseas marketplace. The Council partners and collaborates with local industries and enterprises and world-class R&D institutes to develop applied technology solutions for value creation. It also benefits a variety of sectors through product innovation, technology transfer, and commercialisation, bringing enormous business opportunities ahead. HKPC’s world-class R&D achievements have been widely recognised over the years, winning an array of local and overseas accolades.

In addition, HKPC offers SMEs and startups immediate and timely assistance in coping with the ever-changing business environment, and strengthens talent nurturing and Hong Kong’s competitiveness with FutureSkills training for enterprises and academia to enhance digital capabilities and TechEd competencies. For more information, please visit the HKPC website:

Showtime Wuhan

WUHAN, CHINA – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – In Wuhan, there is an ancient and vibrant representative “local opera”. Its existence has laid the foundation for the formation and development of China’s quintessential art form, Peking Opera. It’s called “Hanju” or Han Opera. The small yet impactful stage brings forth the essence of the city, showcasing its beauty and vitality through splendid performances, enchanting music, graceful movements, and captivating lyrics and acts. This cultural heritage continues to be passed down in Wuhan.

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Performance of Han Opera
Performance of Han Opera “Reed Marshland” against the backdrop of suspended monorail at Optics Valley
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Performance of Han Opera
Performance of Han Opera “A Romance from the Closet” against the backdrop of Yellow Crane Tower
Photo: Chen Liang

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Taiwan-Japan Heartfelt Documentary “After the Snowmelt” and Filipino Fantasy Feature “Mother Maybe” Win Big at TCCF 2023

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – On Friday November 10, the Taiwan Creative Content Fest held an award ceremony recognizing the best pitched projects during its 4th edition. The two US$30,000 TAICCA X CNC Awards, went to the Taiwanese-Japanese documentary After the Snowmelt and the Filipino fantasy Feature film Mother Maybe.

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After the Snowmelt team, Mother Maybe team together with the jury members

The event, organized by the Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA), secured an impressive number of local and international sponsors for its 30 pitching awards including Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Far EasTone and France’s Centre National du cinéma et de l’image animée (CNC). The total award prize surpassed the NT$6 million or nearly US$200,000. Homme Tsai, Chairperson of TAICCA, opened the evening saying that the support for this year’s TCCF had been unprecedented, “the agency has actively collaborated with South Korea, France, Japan, and the three major telecommunications companies in Taiwan. Our goal is to provide creators with more funding while seeking additional international collaboration opportunities.”

The grand prize, the US$30,000 TAICCA X CNC Award, went to the documentary After the Snowmelt. The Taiwanese-Japanese co-production is a heartfelt tribute from director Lo Yi-Shan to her best friend Chu, who passed away while trekking in Nepal. The director highlighted that there are not many opportunities for documentary pitches in Taiwan and was thankful to the organization for featuring a documentary session for the first time, “the fact that TCCF specifically caters to documentary submissions is a significant encouragement.” However, the biggest surprise of the night came right at the end of the ceremony when the organization announced that due to the high quality of the projects this year they would grant a second TAICCA X CNC Award. The second winner, the Filipino feature film Mother Maybe, is a fantasy drama that mixes Filipino folklore with a universal message of finding your own family and your place in the world. Producer Arden Rod Condez, visibly overwhelmed, confessed that “we never expected it. It’s our first film market and my first time in Taiwan but I’m very glad this story resonated with a lot of people. It’s quite personal but, also, a little crazy.” The project also received the Taichung Action Award and the MPA Grand Award that evening.

Another highlighted project in this year’s TCCF PITCHING is the series Maid of Vengeance. Directed by 2022 Golden Bell Best Director winner David Chuang (Danger Zone), this revenge thriller follows the downfall of a TV anchor after her sex tape is leaked online. Now a vigilante, she swears to take down the platform behind the leaked videos. Maid of Vengeance received the Chunghwa Telecom Award, together with a cash prize NT$600,000, and the Series Mania Award, which means the project will participate in Series Mania 2024. Taiwan-Hong Kong feature Appetite for Desire was one of the other top earners of the night. The supernatural drama, co-produced by Taiwan’s Flash Forward Entertainment, received the MIFFEST Award, the Choice of Deep Waters Award and Taipei International Film Award.

This year TCCF PITCHING opened up for the first time to international projects. The 53 selected projects, out of 539 submissions, were presented in 5 different sessions, Project to Screen, divided in feature films, series, animation and documentary, and Story to Screen, for Taiwanese IPs with great adaptability potential. Curator and producer Lorna Tee, one of the awards’ decision makers, declared that “I’m just quite overwhelmed with joy with the quality of the pitched projects at this year’s TCCF. This platform allows filmmakers to think and have meaningful conversations about their projects, and find co-production partners. The more countries involved in the development of a film the easier it will reach a wider audience.”

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SPX Delivers Love: Nationwide, Customers Appreciate Couriers All Month

End-to-end logistics connects buyers and sellers with faster delivery time across Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – SPX Express (SPX), Shopee’s logistic partner, is celebrating SPX Delivers Love campaign all month in November 2023, by rallying users nationwide to greet and thank couriers at the doors when parcels are delivered, receiving testimonials on social media, and giving prizes internally to employees who outperform during 11.11 peak period. To date, the company has received over 2,000 positive testimonials and pictures from customers personally thanking their couriers in person or by text for committing to delivering their parcels safely and on time. The celebration comes after a year of SPX delivering on its promises to enhance logistics services, enable systems automations, and expand its reach to 130 hubs nationwide.

Consolidation of parcels for Last Mile delivery
Consolidation of parcels for Last Mile delivery

SPX’s logistics network ensures that local small and independent sellers, brands, and customers have access to reliable, affordable, and efficient delivery services, regardless of location. With in-house technology, enabling automated sorting at its SPX Express Sorting Center at Pulau Indah (Selangor), and sheer commitment of SPX’s growing community of diverse couriers and sorters, sellers have been able to sustain longer term growth with faster average delivery times of ecommerce orders.
“Our couriers are the backbone behind the logistics infrastructure we provide that helps many underserved sellers in the Malaysian digital economy,” said Cheah Lee Sun, Head of SPX Malaysia. “We invite everyone to join us in celebrating our everyday heroes — our couriers — who help connect small businesses and shoppers across the country, for their hard work and relentless commitment to build relationships and serve our communities.”
Since 2021, SPX has been committed to promoting inclusion in the workplace, launching initiatives that provide flexibility and foster a culture of community building for our sorters, couriers, riders, supervisors and shift leads. SPX has made impressive strides especially in the support of women, with a 40-fold increase in women placed in all kinds of management and operational roles. Today, a record 40% sorters nationwide and 13% couriers are women.
Siti Nurul Shakila, full time courier driver at SPX’ Subang Bestari hub, holds a Goods Driving Licence (GDL) and drives a Luton truck to deliver parcels to the Setia Alam community. “The flexible working hours allows me to balance between caring for my sick sister in Hulu Langat and delivering parcels. Nevertheless, I always make sure I fulfil my daily KPIs by ensuring all parcels are delivered to customers by the end of the day.”
On what life is like behind the scenes during SPX Delivers Love month, Shakila says, “I deliver an average of 200 parcels daily to houses, offices and apartments. This number can increase during peak periods such as Pay Day Sale. Despite the high volume, I am committed to giving excellent customer service by handling parcels with care, remembering each customer’s delivery preferences and specific instructions. I feel this is important as it builds a connection and trust with customers when I deliver parcels.”
Behind every courier who greets the customer at the last mile, there are people like Numy Elwin Mohd Deli, Unloading Supervisor, who ensure parcels are handled right every step of the way: “I maintain a strict approach because I believe in the seriousness of our work. I also emphasise the importance of respect among team members while offering a helping hand to those who may be exhausted, especially during high parcel volume periods. This is essential for fostering a positive working environment and ensuring smooth operations.”
Love for SPX couriers poured in within hours of SPX’ encouragement from urban and rural places alike in Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu, Melaka, and Klang Valley. “Thank you for always sending items to my house in good condition. May Mr. Encik be given a long life, be blessed with sustenance, be given good health, and be made easy in all matters in this world and the hereafter. ” says a customer from Hulu Langat, Selangor.

Hashtag: #SPX #SPXExpress #SPXMalaysia #SPXDeliversLove

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About SPX

Launched in 2018, SPX offers reliable and cost-effective delivery services across Southeast Asia, supporting SMEs, brands, and sellers. In Malaysia, it operates a nationwide network of delivery centers across 130 hubs. SPX continues to innovate its services, introduce new technologies, and develop local talent to serve customers better in the country.

AtkinsRéalis awarded engineering design services contract for API manufacturing facility in Singapore

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – AtkinsRéalis (TSX: ATRL), a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, has been awarded an engineering and design services contract by WuXi STA, a subsidiary of WuXi AppTec, to support the first phase of an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing facility in Singapore. The facility aims to further enable WuXi STA’s global partners to advance healthcare innovations by providing state-of-the-art laboratories and a broad portfolio of R&D and manufacturing services to customers worldwide.

Wing Law, CEO of Asia, AtkinsRéalis
Wing Law, CEO of Asia, AtkinsRéalis

This greenfield project will be a Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) compliant API manufacturing facility on a 200,000 m2 land parcel and will provide a range of high-quality services with greater flexibility, allowing WuXi STA to better help partners worldwide advance drug discoveries and development and deliver groundbreaking treatments to patients in need. As part of the design services mandate, AtkinsRéalis will adopt BIM solution for the architecture, mechanical, electrical, piping and structural delivery of the project to ensure efficiency and value.

“As a leading engineering, design and project management consultancy, we help our clients facilitate a healthier world by combining technological insight with world-class manufacturing, scientific expertise and process excellence to deliver innovative medicines,” commented Wing Law, Chief Executive Officer, Asia, AtkinsRéalis. “This project will play a key role in positioning Singapore as a global biopharmaceutical hub and strengthening WuXi STA’s offering to customers worldwide. Our extensive design capabilities across Asia, along with global experience, well position us to undertake this project to the highest international standards and ensure improved operating efficiency, supporting WuXi STA’s long-term sustainability goals.”

When completed, the Singapore site will play a critical role in WuXi AppTec’s global network across Asia, Europe, and North America, meeting the growing demand from multinational customers and strengthening collaborations with a wide range of partners. AtkinsRéalis has developed best-in-class engineering and project delivery solutions for biopharmaceutical projects. In Asia, the Company has supported key clients in buildings and places, industrial, transportation and water sectors by providing its end-to-end design, engineering, procurement and construction management services.
Hashtag: #AtkinsRéalis #WuXiSTA

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About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Jialux Interior Celebrates 8 Years of Interior Design Excellence with Exclusive Giveaway

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 November 2023 – Commencing a business venture presents its fair share of challenges, and making a name in the highly competitive interior design industry is certainly a remarkable achievement. Celebrating its remarkable 8th-year anniversary, Jialux Interior, a key player in the residential interior design industry, is proud to announce an exclusive giveaway for its esteemed clients.

Jialux Interior residential interior design
Jialux Interior residential interior design

Celebrating 8 Years with an Exclusive Giveaway: A ‘Sure Win’ Opportunity for Clients

To mark this momentous milestone, Jialux Interior is thrilled to announce an exclusive giveaway for its esteemed clients! From December 1st to January 31st, 2024, clients with contracts of $40,000 and above are invited to participate in a ‘sure win’ opportunity. With each spin of the wheel, clients will walk away with a prize, reflecting Jialux’s heartfelt gratitude to its customers for their unwavering support.

Lucky winners are set to bring home a Prism+ Google TV in impressive sizes of 65”, 55”, or 43”, transforming their living spaces into immersive entertainment hubs! Alternatively, there are also high-quality soundbars up for grabs, promising homeowners an unparalleled audio experience.

Jialux Interior believes that a home is more than just a physical space—it’s a sanctuary where memories are made and cherished. With this celebration, the company looks forward to making a lasting impact, not just in the world of interior design but in the hearts and homes of those they serve.

Jialux’s Promise: Crafting Dream Homes with Transparency and Excellence

The celebration does not stop there — Jialux is also seizing this opportunity to emphasise its promise to crafting dream homes with transparency and excellence. This commitment has been the cornerstone of the company’s journey, transforming each client’s dream space into a reality. The foundation of this vision lies in Jialux’s pledge to ensure that the initial quote remains the ultimate cost, devoid of hidden costs or unforeseen surprises.

Director Alvin Peh shared, “At Jialux, our commitment to transparent pricing is not just a policy; it’s a promise. We believe in delivering on what we propose, and this unwavering dedication to our clients’ trust sets us apart.”

Acknowledging the ever-evolving nature of modern interior design, the team places a strong emphasis on staying updated with design trends and sourcing top-tier materials. This ensures their projects are not just visually stunning but also long-lasting.

Jialux Interior’s unwavering determination to perfection and adaptability positions them as industry leaders, forging an exciting path forward in the realm of modern interior design. As Jialux Interior celebrates eight years of excellence, they extend heartfelt thanks to their clients, partners, and their dedicated team.
Hashtag: #JialuxInterior

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About Jialux Interior

Jialux Interior is an interior design firm in Singapore with a devoted team of 20 professionals, including RCMA-Certified Renovation Practitioners. The company specialises in diverse design styles, such as contemporary, modern contemporary, and minimalistic retro. Their services are tailored to each customer’s unique needs, ensuring a personalised experience. With workmanship and carpentry of the highest quality, Jialux Interior remains a standout presence in Singapore’s interior design landscape. For more details, please visit .

Laos’ Deputy Prime Minister Meets with Japan’s Crown Prince

Saleumxay Kommasith, Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and with Crown Prince and Crown Princess Akishino of Japan. (Photo: PathedLao)

Saleumxay Kommasith, Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs met with Crown Prince and Crown Princess Akishino of Japan during his official visit to Japan on 7-11 November.