Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane will visit North Korea from 11 to 15 November to strengthen bilateral ties and celebrate historic milestones.
Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane will make an official visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) from 11 to 15 November at the invitation of his North Korean counterpart, Choe Son Hui.
The visit aims to strengthen long-standing bilateral friendship and commemorate two significant milestones, according to the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs: the 60th anniversary of the historic first meeting between former Lao leader Kaysone Phomvihane and North Korea’s then-President Kim Il Sung in Pyongyang on 28 October 1965, and the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between both countries.
During the visit, the Lao delegation will discuss expanding cooperation across multiple sectors and deepening bilateral ties.
This marks Thongsavanh’s second visit to North Korea in 2025. He previously accompanied President Thongloun Sisoulith’s delegation during the state visit on 7 to 8 October, where President Thongloun held official talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
The October visit celebrated the 80th anniversary of the Workers’ Party of Korea and reaffirmed decades of diplomatic cooperation through state ceremonies, a banquet, and visits to key Pyongyang landmarks, further strengthening cultural and political ties between the two nations.
HONG KONG, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Shanghai, November 10, 2025 – During the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), Sino Biopharmaceutical Limited (“Sino Biopharm“) and Shanghai MediTrust Health Technology Group Co., Ltd. (“MediTrust Health”) signed a strategic cooperation agreement. The two parties will carry out in-depth cooperation around innovative drugs and commercial insurance, jointly explore a new model of drug-insurance integration, and help more patients access high-quality, affordable medicines at an earlier stage.
Mr. Tse Hsin, Executive Director and Senior Vice President of Sino Biopharm, and Mr. Wang Rundong, President of MediTrust Health, attended the signing ceremony and delivered speeches. Mr. Li Zhigang, Chairman of MediTrust Health, was present as a witness.
Mr. Tse Hsin highlighted that as a leading Chinese innovative pharmaceutical group, Sino Biopharm generates annual revenue of approximately RMB 30 billion, ranks 38th among the Top 50 Global Pharmaceutical Companies, and has a pipeline of over 120 innovative drugs. With evolving demographics and deepening healthcare reforms, commercial health insurance has become a critical channel for innovative drugs to reach the market. This not only eases pressure on public medical insurance funds but also fuels R&D investment, fostering a sustainable industry cycle.
He emphasized MediTrust Health’s role as a pivotal platform connecting pharmaceutical companies, insurers, and patients, giving it a unique edge in advancing “drug-insurance integration”. The two parties will further explore AI, data collaboration, and innovative payment solutions to set new benchmarks for industry coordination.
Mr. Wang Rundong noted that MediTrust Health remains patient-centric, leveraging AI and data-driven multi-payment infrastructure to streamline the “diagnosis-treatment-payment” journey. “We envision insurance as more than a reimbursement tool—it should be a bridge to better healthcare, ensuring patients facing critical illnesses gain earlier, more affordable access to treatment with greater peace of mind,” he said. The partnership aligns with the “Healthy China 2030” strategy, aiming to enhance drug accessibility and build a win-win ecosystem for the pharmaceutical and insurance sectors.
About Sino Biopharm
Sino Biopharm, is a leading Chinese pharmaceutical company continuing to invest in Oncology, Hepatology, Respiratory and Surgery, exploring innovative therapies to improve the lives of patients. The company has strong manufacturing capabilities and broad patient access across China. Sino Biopharm is committed to bringing innovation to address unmet healthcare needs globally.
MediTrust Health, as an innovative healthcare payor platform in China, is committed to transforming China’s healthcare payment system by addressing funding and payment challenges faced by patients, health insurers and pharmaceutical companies. With our AI-empowered technologies, we have augmented the healthcare payment ecosystem and realized triple wins for all three stakeholders. With a focus on the needs of patients, insurers and pharmaceutical companies, we have developed two main offerings: Smart Pharma Solution provides pharmaceutical companies with a comprehensive suite of commercialization solutions across the product lifecycle; Smart Insurance Solution enables health insurance innovation by offering end-to-end support to health insurers through our proprietary AI-empowered technologies and access to quality medical resources. Additionally, we have also launched Care2Pay, an all-in-one user platform, that allows users to discover more payment solutions and complete direct billing transactions, ultimately delivering more comprehensive, quality and accessible healthcare to patients and their families. As of December 31, 2024, we had serviced approximately 393 million commercial health insurance policies, of which our City Supplementary Insurance projects covered 160 cities, and achieved cumulative savings of RMB 6.7 billion in out-of-pocket costs for patients.
SHANGHAI, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On November 7, Jiahui International Cancer Center (JICC) successfully treated a 78-year-old patient from New Zealand with relapsed multiple myeloma using CAR-T therapy, highlighting JICC’s growing reputation as a destination for cutting-edge oncology care for international patients. The patient received Zevor-cel (Zevor-cel Injection) CAR-T therapy and was discharged in stable condition.
The patient, a retired family medicine doctor with 40 years of experience, had exhausted all conventional treatment options in his home country. Following a recommendation from his hematologist and extensive personal research, he chose JICC for Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell (CAR-T) therapy. China is a global leader in CAR-T development, ranking second only to the United States in clinical trials and patient volume, making it a key hub for this advanced treatment.
78yr old New Zealand patient after CAR-T treatment
“The entire treatment process at Jiahui was very professional, and I received meticulous care,” the patient said. “The nursing team, in particular, looked after me like a family member. The medical service here is world-class.” The patient also noted the hospital’s efficiency, stating that diagnostic imaging was completed quickly, with most reports available the next day—a turnaround he said would be uncommon in his home country.
The patient’s journey began with a remote consultation via Zoom with the Cancer Center’s multidisciplinary team, including Dr. Xuan Linli, Chief of Medical Oncology, and Dr. Hao Siguo, Chief Hematology Consultant. The team’s deep expertise and the hospital’s robust multidisciplinary support system—which includes hematology, critical care, and specialized nursing—convinced the patient to travel over 9,000 kilometers to Shanghai for the treatment.
In mid-September, the patient had his first planned trip to the hospital for tests and T-cell harvesting, before returning home. He returned to Shanghai in early October for hospital admission to receive the CAR-T cell infusion. Just two weeks later, the patient achieved complete minimal residual disease (MRD) negativity in his bone marrow, and free light chains (FLCs) returned to normal, confirming the successful efficacy of the CAR-T treatment.
JICC’s ability to rapidly onboard and manage the entire CAR-T treatment process—from T cell harvesting and infusion to inpatient monitoring and aftercare—coupled with the affordability of the procedure in China, makes it an increasingly attractive option for international patients.
Growing International Interest in JICC
The successful case is part of a broader trend. Jiahui International Cancer Center has received a growing number of inquiries on advanced oncology treatment from Europe, North America, Singapore, the Middle East, and South East Asia, including the United States, Canada, France, Switzerland, Greece, Belgium, Qatar, and Russia. In 2025, JICC has treated 24,000 international patients based in Shanghai, including 35 who traveled specifically for medical tourism. This reflects its commitment to providing world-class, patient-centered care.
About Jiahui International Hospital Jiahui International Cancer Center is part of Jiahui International Hospital, Shanghai’s first large-scale international tertiary hospital. Led by senior international oncology experts, JICC provides comprehensive cancer diagnosis and treatment services following international standards, having established a strategic partnership with the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center.
Delivered by UNICEF with a broad consortium of local partners, the new grant will restore education for 180,000 children
NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Education Cannot Wait (ECW) and its strategic donor partners announced today a US$3.5 million grant to address the evolving Rohingya refugee crisis in Bangladesh through the transformational power of education.
The new funding builds on ECW’s US$50.7 million in total investments in Bangladesh, which have already reached over 386,000 children, 96% of whom are Rohingya refugees. In all, these investments have built or rehabilitated 2,300 classrooms, provided financial support to 2,700 educators, and delivered essential training on disaster-risk reduction, gender, mental health and psychosocial support and other key topics to teachers and administrators working on the frontlines of this forgotten crisis.
The fast-acting First Emergency Response will restore access to life-saving education for 180,000 children in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, home to the largest refugee camp in the world.
Delivered by UNICEF – in partnership with local organizations including Community Development Centre (CODEC), Jagorani Chakra Foundation (JCF), BRAC, Mukti Cox’s Bazar, Friendship, and the COAST Foundation – the new grant will increase access to inclusive learning opportunities in safe and protective learning environments.
“Every child deserves the chance to learn, no matter the crisis,” said Rana Flowers, UNICEF Representative to Bangladesh. “This support from Education Cannot Wait is a lifeline. It is more than books and lessons – it is a child’s bridge to dignity, stability and the future they deserve. This support will help us give Rohingya children the skills, confidence and hope they need to rebuild their communities when it is safe to return home. The future of the Rohingya people – their culture, their identity, their voice – depends on the children learning today.”
Declining humanitarian assistance – including funding for education – is derailing hard-won gains in Bangladesh. As of June 2025, more than 3,600 learning facilities for early childhood through Grade 4 remain closed. Recent analysis indicates that only half of the Joint Response Plan has been mobilized to date.
Note to Editors
About Education Cannot Wait (ECW): Education Cannot Wait (ECW) is the global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises in the United Nations. We support quality education outcomes for refugee, internally displaced and other crisis-affected girls and boys, so no one is left behind. ECW works through the multilateral system to both increase the speed of responses in crises and connect immediate relief and longer-term interventions through multi-year programming. ECW works in close partnership with governments, public and private donors, UN agencies, civil society organizations, and other humanitarian and development aid actors to increase efficiencies and end siloed responses. ECW urgently appeals to public and private sector donors for expanded support to reach even more vulnerable children and youth.
BEIJING, Nov. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from China Daily:
In October, the ancestral home of Mazu on Meizhou Island, Fujian province, welcomed 30 youth delegates from around the world. Hailing from locations as diverse as Madagascar, France, Kenya, Malaysia, and Russia, they embarked on a journey to trace the origins and cultural influence of Mazu, the Goddess of the Sea.
The delegation kicked off their visit on the evening of Oct 30 with a trip to the Tianfei Hometown Archaeological Park. Under a calm night sky, they explored the historic site and its artifacts, learning about the millennia-old Mazu cultural tradition.
The following morning, the group travelled to Ewei Shenshi Yuan, a site of dramatic coastal rock formations that hold a key place in Mazu lore. “This place is filled with a mysterious aura, and the sea is so magnificent”, said Julie Rose Vilvandre from France, adding that the experience inspired her to share Mazu culture with a global audience.
Walking through the unique site, delegate Gitau Recheal Mugure from Kenya noted the powerful connection between the site and its natural surroundings. “I felt Mazu’s spirit of compassion everywhere. When I return to Kenya, I will take back not just photographs but a profound understanding of Chinese culture and the essence of Mazu.”
That afternoon, the group took part in the colorful and rhythmic “Mazu Returning Procession,” a centuries-old ceremony honoring Mazu’s promotion of kindness, courage and compassion. As night fell, the goddess’s story was brought to life through dance and music in the “Origins of Meizhou” performance, which left a strong impression on the group.
On the morning of November 1, the delegation visited the Mazu Ancestral Temple. Manoa Aro Vanona Ramamonjison from Madagascar was captivated by the site. “The solemnity and tranquility of the Mazu Ancestral Temple left me in awe. Every brick and tile seems to tell a story, allowing me to truly touch the deep roots of Mazu culture.”
Through these immersive experiences, the delegates gained a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and a firsthand look at the virtues that define Mazu’s spirit. For Leo Chong Ren from Malaysia, this meant understanding the profound link between Mazu and the land. “The spirit of Mazu will become a guiding force in my future life,” he said, capturing the lasting impression the cultural journey left on all participants.
From life sciences to financial services and IT operations, Akkodis demonstrates how applied AI is driving measurable business outcomes, enabling strategic expansion while helping companies achieve cost savings and sustainable workforce transformation worldwide.
ZURICH, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Akkodis, a global leader in digital engineering consulting, today announced a series of successful technology implementations demonstrating its deep expertise and strong demand for AI-enabled transformation across industries. Leveraging its global footprint and technical depth, Akkodis helps businesses become not just AI-capable but future-ready—equipping them with the agility to respond faster and stay ahead in a world of constant change. Through its comprehensive suite of AI and data analytics solutions spanning digital engineering, R&D and IT, Akkodis enables clients to realize tangible, scalable transformation.
AI-led innovation powered by Akkodis Intelligence. Source: Akkodis
“We’re focused on using AI as a practical lever to solve complex problems, elevate quality and empower people to work in new ways,” said Jo Debecker, President and CEO, Akkodis. “These projects show how we bring together human ingenuity and advanced technology to deliver transformation that lasts.”
These examples demonstrate how AI-led innovation powered by Akkodis Intelligence drives real-world impact:
1. AI reduces life sciences production scheduling time from five days to seconds
Akkodis partnered with a global healthcare manufacturer to integrate AI into supply and demand planning, aligning complex forecasts with production of critical equipment. Using advanced combinatorial optimization and a human-in-the-loop approach, the solution delivers rapid, bias-free scheduling recommendations, reducing scheduling time from five days to seconds and enabling enterprise-wide scalability. The next phase will introduce LLM-based agents, allowing managers to express priorities in natural language and further enhance agility, efficiency and decision-making across the organization.
2. Upskilling engineers & data scientists in AI: Supporting responsible AI in banking
In partnership with Microsoft Worldwide Learning, Akkodis Academy created a bespoke AI enablement program for the Commonwealth Bank of Australia featuring customized technical bootcamps, webinars and targeted hands-on training. The program helped teams to rapidly adopt AI tools such as GitHub Copilot, with approximately 30% of AI-generated code accepted, cutting development time and boosting accuracy.
3. Scaling AI and automation through IT: 2,000 employees AI-proficient, 15,000 hours saved
Akkodis Japan launched a program using generative AI and low-code tools to foster a hands-on, field-led approach to digital transformation. The initiative advanced operational excellence through automation and change management—saving over 15,000 hours annually by automating claims submissions and sales operations processes. Within just 10 months, more than 2,000 employees of Akkodis Japan (81% of those focused on internal operations) became proficient in AI tools. This large-scale success now serves as a blueprint for clients pursuing responsible, scalable AI transformation worldwide.
These outcomes underscore Akkodis’ continued dedication to combining advanced technology, domain expertise and human insight to enable transformation across industries. Grounded in Akkodis Intelligence – its commitment to bringing technology and human potential together to drive meaningful, measurable impact – Akkodis will continue to introduce new products and solutions that advance responsible, AI-driven innovation in the months ahead.
“At Akkodis, we deliver AI solutions that are not only powerful but responsible,” said Joshua Morley, Akkodis Group AI Officer. “By uniting deep domain expertise with robust governance and cutting-edge technology, we help clients build the confidence and capability to embed AI responsibly across their organizations, translating ambition into measurable real-world outcomes.”
Akkodis is a global digital engineering consulting company that enables organizations to innovate and accelerate by applying technology to redefine how processes and products are developed, powered and optimized. With deep expertise across AI, data, cloud, edge and software engineering, we combine technology and talent to deliver end-to-end solutions, from strategy and consulting to talent development and implementation. Our commitment to Akkodis Intelligence helps businesses connect the exponential power of technology with the irreplaceable strengths of human thinking and collaboration. Part of the Adecco Group and headquartered in Switzerland, Akkodis brings together 50,000 engineers and tech consultants in over 30 countries with services that span Consulting, Talent, Solutions, and Academy. With a cross-sector view and strong delivery capabilities, Akkodis empowers businesses to solve complex challenges and achieve sustainable impact. akkodis.com | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook| X
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Their winning project, BuddyBot, is a smart assistant that helps individuals with Down Syndrome overcome challenges with executive functioning, building independence for their everyday routines, while alleviating the burden on their caregivers to provide constant guidance and support
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2025 – Samsung Electronics Singapore crowned Team BuddyBot from Edgefield Secondary School as the overall champion of the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025 competition in Singapore. The team, made up of Bella Teo and Shannon Ong, stood out against a field of 90 participating teams with their project, BuddyBot – a smart assistant designed to help young individuals with Down Syndrome build daily living independence to lighten the load on their caregivers. As the winner, Team BuddyBot won $7,000 in cash and $10,000 worth of Samsung products to support the development of their solution. The team will also go on a sponsored trip to Samsung’s headquarters and innovation facilities in South Korea in December.
Team BuddyBot receiving their prize from Leonard Tan Bahroocha, Director of Product and Innovation, Samsung Southeast Asia and Oceania
The second prize went to Team Through Their Eyes from Cedar Girls’ Secondary School for their immersive empathy-building simulation titled Through Their Eyes, which aims to cultivate inclusive and respectful online behaviour among youths. Third place was awarded to Team Pei Pei HwaHwa from Pei Hwa Secondary School, who created Ando Hypohidrosis Vests to help individuals who struggle to produce sweat keep cool in warm weather conditions. Team Smart Cane, made up of students from Nanyang Girls’ High School, Chung Cheng High School (Main), Springfield Secondary School and the School of Science and Technology Singapore, won the People’s Choice Award, whose Smart Cane solution for individuals with visual impairments received the highest number of public votes online.
Now into its ninth year, Samsung Solve for Tomorrow is a youth innovation platform that inspires youth to use technology and creativity to shape a better tomorrow for all. This year’s competition rallies secondary school students to help build a more secure future for Singapore following its SG60 milestone by contributing ideas surrounding four key themes – Environmental Sustainability; Sport, Health and Technology; Inclusivity and Social Harmony; and Digital Readiness and Security. Students can draw inspiration from Samsung’s innovation history, expertise, breakthroughs, and apply the learnings to solve real-world issues to make a positive impact on their country, community and the world.
Impressing the Judges at the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025 Finals
A visual introduction to BuddyBot (left) and key features of the BuddyBot Caregiver App (right)
Inspired to help young individuals with Down Syndrome overcome challenges with executive functioning, Team BuddyBot set out to develop a smart assistant to help such individuals manage their everyday routines more independently. Using a portable, compact device designed for users complemented by a mobile app for caregivers, BuddyBotenables caregivers to break down everyday tasks such as brushing teeth, washing hands and getting dressed into simpler steps via the app, and deliver easy-to-understand instructions through a combination of visual prompts and voice instructions using the compact device.
Beyond serving as a smart assistant that helps individuals with their routines, BuddyBot also taps artificial intelligence (AI) to analyse users’ past actions, to uncover notable patterns in the users’ behaviours (e.g., skipped steps; longer time spent on tasks) and the areas where the users are struggling. By unearthing insights on where users require more support and guidance, the solution can suggest changes to their daily routines and provide timely reminders to help them complete their daily tasks more independently.
“Many young individuals with Down Syndrome face challenges with executive functioning and need constant reminders and support from their caregivers to complete their daily tasks. Our solution, BuddyBot, can help these individuals build independence for their daily routines, and alleviate the burden on their caregivers. By giving families and caregivers a smart assistant that is built with accessibility, empathy and inclusion in mind, we hope to create meaningful impact and help improve the quality of life for families with special needs children,” said Shannon Ong.
“Today, as we face a myriad of complex global and local challenges, it is more important than ever for our youths to step out to champion social change in their respective communities. Samsung Solve for Tomorrow encourages students to think critically about societal issues and harness technology to create meaningful solutions that can make a real difference. I am heartened to see the depth of thinking that each team puts in to create original solutions that address key issues that they personally care about. By inspiring our next generation of leaders to take action and drive change in our society, I believe that they will make a tangible difference and help create a better tomorrow for Singapore,” said Jeffrey Hahn, President of Samsung Electronics Singapore.
Driving Positive Change Through Technology and Innovation
Team Through Their Eyes receiving their prize from Karen Lee, Director of Partnership Lab, National Youth Council (left) and a snapshot of the Through Their Eyes simulation (right).
Team Through Their Eyes from Cedar Girls’ Secondary School secured second place with their project – Through Their Eyes – an empathy simulation that promotes inclusive and respectful online behaviour. Through their solution, the team aims to address the rise of cyberbullying and cancel culture by placing students in everyday scenarios to help them understand how hurtful comments can gradually erode self-esteem and lead to isolation. The simulation incorporates visual and audio effects, an emotional health tracker, and recovery options that teach students coping strategies such as reporting abuse or seeking help. Aimed for implementation during Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) lessons with Samsung Gear virtual reality (VR), laptops and smartphones, the simulation encourages empathy and responsible digital conduct by enabling youths to experience first-hand the long-lasting impact of cyberbullying.
Team Pei Pei Hwa Hwa receiving their prize from Timothy Low, Chief Operating Officer, Tri-Sector Associates (left) and a prototype of their Ando Hypohidrosis Vest (right).
The third prize went to Team Pei Pei Hwa Hwa from Pei Hwa Secondary School, who impressed the judges with their Ando Hypohidrosis Vests that help individuals with hypohidrosis, a condition where one struggles to produce sufficient sweat to keep one’s body temperature in check, manage their condition in Singapore’s sweltering climate. Through their solution, the team aims to help individuals with this condition reduce the risk of heat stroke and other heat related injuries as they go about their daily activities. The vests also empower them with the freedom to move, exercise and live actively without fear of overheating.
Team Smart Cane (left) and sketch of their Smart Cane prototype (right).
Team Smart Cane won the People’s Choice Award after receiving the most online votes for their project, Smart Cane – an innovative attachment designed to transform any traditional cane into a multifunctional mobility aid that enhances safety, independence, and confidence for the visually impaired. Equipped with sensors such as an ultrasonic distance detector, accelerometer, and Bluetooth module, the device detects nearby obstacles, monitors sudden movements, and transmits alerts to a connected smartphone app. Caregivers can track the user’s location and receive instant notifications during emergencies. By offering an affordable and user-friendly solution, the team aims to promote inclusivity and empower visually impaired individuals to navigate their surroundings with greater assurance and freedom.
“Technology has the power to break down barriers and unlock limitless potential for our youth, and the projects presented are testament to how today’s youth are leveraging such skills to shape the future. With opportunities to expand their skillsets and exposure to tech industry leaders, we hope that our youths can gain the confidence to pitch innovative solutions to drive social change and real-world impact,” said Karen Lee, Director of Partnership Lab, National Youth Council, and Solve for Tomorrow 2025 judge.
Appendix A About Samsung Solve for Tomorrow The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025 competition in Singapore was launched on 1 July 2025. Designed to ignite the passion for championing social change among youths, the competition provides a platform for secondary school students to express their creativity and passion, and address social issues through technology and innovation.
Competition Overview Youths aged 12 and above and are full-time Secondary 1 – 5 students in Singapore are eligible for the competition. For students in secondary schools with 6-year Integrated Programme (IP), only full-time students in Secondary 1 – 4 are eligible to participate. The full list of eligible schools is available here.
10 finalist teams were shortlisted to participate in the finals held on 29 October 2025, where they presented their ideas to the following panel of judges:
Leonard Tan Bahroocha, Director and Head of Product Innovation Team for Samsung Southeast Asia & Oceania
Karen Lee, Director of Partnership Lab, National Youth Council
Timothy Low, Chief Operating Officer of Tri-Sector Associates
Daryl Lee, Head of PR, Social and KOL, Samsung Electronics Singapore
The ideas from the 10 finalist teams were also made available for online voting by the public. The finalist team with the most votes won the People’s Choice Award.
Judging Criteria for Finalist Teams
30%: Feasibility – How the solution can be created with technology, and implemented in society to address a present challenge.
20%: Creativity – Innovativeness, uniqueness and originality of proposed idea.
40%: Impact – Elaboration on the solution’s impact on potential users, and feedback from them on its ability to solve the identified issue.
10%: Presentation – Flow and effectiveness of the presentation.
Prizes
First Prize – Samsung products worth $10,000, $7,000 cash prize, and a trip to South Korea to visit Samsung’s headquarters and innovation facilities
Second Prize – Samsung products worth S$6,000 and $4,000 cash prize
Third Prize – Samsung products worth S$3,000 and $2,000 cash prize
People’s Choice Award: Samsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy A56 for each team member
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SHANGHAI, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dingdong (Cayman) Limited (“Dingdong” or the “Company”) (NYSE: DDL), a leading fresh grocery e-commerce company in China, with advanced supply chain capabilities, today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, before U.S. markets open on November 12, 2025.
The Company will hold an earnings conference call at 7:00 A.M. Eastern Time on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (8:00 P.M. Beijing Time on the same day) to discuss its financial results. Management’s prepared remarks and the question-and-answer session will be conducted in English and Mandarin. Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows:
International:
1-412-317-6061
United States Toll Free:
1-888-317-6003
Mainland China Toll Free:
+86-4001-206115
Hong Kong Toll Free:
800-963976
Conference ID:
0792686
The replay will be accessible through November 19, 2025 by dialing the following numbers:
International:
1-412-317-0088
United States:
1-855-669-9658
Access Code:
5791678
A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available at the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.100.me.
About Dingdong (Cayman) Limited
Dingdong is the leading fresh grocery e-commerce company in mainland China, with sustainable long-term growth. The Company directly provides users and households with fresh groceries, prepared food, and other food products through delivering a convenient and excellent shopping experience supported by an extensive self-operated frontline fulfillment grid. Leveraging its deep insights into consumers’ evolving needs and its strong food innovation capabilities, Dingdong has successfully launched a series of private label products spanning a variety of food categories. Many of Dingdong’s private label products are produced at its own production plants, allowing it to more efficiently produce and offer safe and high-quality food products. Dingdong aims to be the first choice for fresh and food shopping.
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