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IAIC Launches First Multi-Region Study on Ageing and Ageing Well, Advancing Global Collaboration and Research in Integrated Care

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  • First-of-its-kind multi-region study on the perceptions of ageing and ageing well officially launched at the Intercontinental Alliance for Integrated Care (IAIC) gala dinner.
  • The study featured insights from five member regions to advance support for ageing.
  • The Alliance welcomed seven new members, strengthened its local chapters and handed over 2026 hosting duties to the United Kingdom.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 November 2025 – The Intercontinental Alliance for Integrated Care (IAIC), hosted by the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), today launched its first-ever multi-region study on the perceptions of ageing and ageing well. Now in its second edition, the Alliance’s annual flagship event IAIC 2025 brought together partners from across Asia, Europe, and North America, including new members from Estonia, India, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, and Chinese Taipei, to advance new knowledge, partnerships and innovations shaping the future of ageing and integrated care.

Launch of the IAIC Multi-Region Study Report

Led by SUSS and co-developed with IAIC members, the multi-region study – A Study on Perceptions of Ageing and Ageing Well: Exploring Older Adults’ Experiences and Coping Strategies Across Regions – draws insights from five regions: Singapore, Canada, Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and the United Kingdom. It examines how older adults across different societies understand ageing, navigate later-life transitions and define what it means to age well.

Guest-of-Honour, Mdm Halimah Yacob, Chancellor, SUSS, at the official launch of the IAIC Multi-Region study.
Guest-of-Honour, Mdm Halimah Yacob, Chancellor, SUSS, at the official launch of the IAIC Multi-Region study.

Placing the lived experiences of older adults at its core, the study offers a clearer picture of what ageing well means to them and underscores the role of families, communities and care systems in shaping those experiences. It provides a cross-cultural view of older adults’ aspirations and coping strategies, revealing how social, economic and policy contexts influence their day-to-day realities. Insights from Brunei and Thailand will be incorporated in the next phase and shared progressively.

Across regions, the findings highlight a common theme: ageing is shaped not only by biological changes, but also by social and cultural contexts. A recurring paradox emerges – despite physical decline, many older adults continue to experience purpose, connection and well-being.

Singapore Chapter: Local Insights into Ageing Well

Within this broader landscape, the Singapore chapter adds depth to how these themes manifest locally, drawing on responses from about 1,000 survey respondents and 15 in-depth interviews. Several key insights emerged on how older Singaporeans understand and experience ageing. For instance:

  • Women aged 75–84 placed higher value on family and close relationships than men of the same age bracket, underscoring the central role of social bonds. Staying socially connected helps them remain emotionally engaged and supported by strong community ties. Men, by contrast, are more vulnerable to isolation after retirement, particularly when their identities were closely tied to work.
  • The study also highlighted “mastery” – the belief that one can still influence the course of one’s life – as a strong predictor of successful ageing. Older adults with a strong sense of mastery tend to stay socially connected, feel more satisfied, and continue pursuing activities that bring purpose and joy. They remain active not simply because they are physically stronger, but because they believe their actions continue to matter.

For the full report, please visit https://suss.to/iaic2025-report.

Associate Professor Justina Tan, Vice President of Strategic Partnership and Engagement at SUSS and Principal Investigator for the study, shared “As Singapore becomes ‘super-aged’ next year, the multi-region study aims to provide us with invaluable insights to guide more targeted policies and interventions. By understanding the unique needs and aspirations of our older adults, we can design programmes that not only preserve autonomy and foster meaningful conversations but also ensure that support is tailored to help every senior thrive in their own way.”

Following today’s launch, the IAIC partners will move into the implementation phase, where each country will adapt insights into on-the-ground pilot initiatives within their local care systems.

IAIC 2025: Beyond Borders, Beyond Age

Themed “Beyond Borders, Beyond Age: Shaping Tomorrow’s Tapestry of Integrated Care”, IAIC 2025 convened like-minded partners such as academic institutions, care providers, policymakers, and innovators across regions to shape care systems that transcend geographical, generational, and institutional boundaries.

Across the two-day programme, delegates took part in discussions, learning journeys and collaborative sessions focused on integrated care and healthy ageing. A key highlight was a visit to TOUCHpoint@AMK 433 this morning, where participants learned about Singapore’s community-based approaches to ageing well and supporting seniors to age in place.

The event culminated in a gala dinner at Conrad Singapore Marina Bay, where Guest-of-Honour, Mdm Halimah Yacob, Chancellor, SUSS, witnessed the official launch of the multi-region study together with IAIC representatives from Singapore, Canada, Mainland China and the United Kingdom.

In her address, Mdm Halimah said “Ageing is not a burden to be managed. It is a season of life to be respected, supported, and reimagined, where every person, regardless of age, continues to have value, voice, and belonging.” She added, “As we look to the future, the challenge of ageing will test every society’s capacity for compassion, creativity, and courage. It also offers a profound opportunity to redefine what it means to live and age well, and to reaffirm our shared humanity.”

Alliance Expansion and New Local Chapters

IAIC 2025 also marked a significant milestone for the Alliance with the addition of seven new member institutions, welcomed through a symbolic handprint ceremony. Led by SUSS, the IAIC is supported by 12 founding members across Asia, Europe and North America, each contributing expertise in ageing and integrated care.

This year, the Alliance expanded its network with the following new members:

  • Jeonbuk National University (South Korea)
  • Center for Sports Science and Healthy Aging, National Cheng Kung University (Chinese Taipei)
  • National Mental Health and Welfare Commission (South Korea)
  • Public Health Foundation India (India)
  • Tallinn University (Estonia)
  • Teikyo University (Japan)
  • Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Malaysia)

SUSS also formalised two new Local Chapter Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with Presbyterian Community Social Services Limited and Singapore Hospice Council. These partnerships seek to strengthen community-based initiatives, pilot projects and workforce development in integrated care, while advancing applied research and fostering innovation to better serve community needs.

Intergenerational Fashion Runway Featuring Seniors and Young Designers

A highlight of the gala dinner was a vibrant intergenerational fashion showcase co-created by seniors from Lions Befrienders and student-designers from the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), University of the Arts Singapore (UAS), in partnership with SUSS.

Themed “Tapestry of Style: Weaving Generations Together through Fashion,” the showcase brought together lived experience, creativity and technical skill as seniors and students co-designed each ensemble. It celebrated seniors as active creators, spotlighting their stories, perspectives and style while demonstrating the value of intergenerational collaboration.

Passing the Baton

IAIC 2025 drew to a meaningful close with a symbolic handover ceremony, where SUSS formally passed hosting duties to Royal Holloway, University of London, which will host IAIC 2026. After two years of stewardship in Singapore, the Alliance now continues its journey of learning and collaboration beyond Singapore’s shores.

The handover highlighted IAIC’s rotating stewardship model and its commitment to continuity, shared leadership and cross-border knowledge exchange. It reaffirmed the Alliance’s vision of a global community working together to advance integrated care through partnership, research and collective progress.

Professor Tan Tai Yong, President, SUSS, said “The Intercontinental Alliance for Integrated Care reinforces a collective commitment across regions to rethinking how societies can better support ageing populations. SUSS is proud to take the lead in convening this year’s Alliance and in spearheading the multi-region study with our partners. The intergenerational elements woven into this year’s edition – from the study’s findings to the collaborative fashion showcase with Lions Befrienders and the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts – remind us that strengthening care systems requires the voices, creativity and participation of all ages.”
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About Singapore University of Social Sciences

At SUSS, we have a singular vision to be a university that inspires learning for life and impacts lives, regardless of age, background or life path. Our university is a vibrant tapestry of ages and experiences. From recent JC and polytechnic graduates to seasoned professionals, parents seeking new horizons and individuals redefining their careers in their golden years—our diverse community comes together for one common goal: to empower themselves with an education that impacts lives and society.

We offer more than 110 undergraduate and graduate programmes, available in full- and part-time study modes which are flexible, modular and interdisciplinary, catering to both fresh school leavers and adult learners. SUSS also offers a broad range of continuing education and training modular courses for the professional skills upgrading of Singapore’s workforce.

Our programmes and courses are offered by our six schools:

  • S R Nathan School of Human Development
  • School of Business
  • School of Humanities & Behavioural Sciences
  • School of Law
  • School of Science & Technology
  • School of Social Work & Social Development

Since becoming an Autonomous University in 2017, over 25,000 graduates have experienced our unique brand of education. More than 19,000 students are currently pursuing their full- and part-time studies with us.

The Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), as part of SUSS, leads in the field of research on adult and workplace learning and training of adult educators to build capabilities of the training and adult education sector in Singapore and beyond.

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Xiao-I Corporation Renews Contract with Major Automotive Joint Venture for Cognitive AI Services

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SHANGHAI, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Xiao-I Corporation (NASDAQ: AIXI), a global leader in cognitive intelligence solutions, today announced the contract renewal with a prominent Sino-European automotive joint venture for its intelligent dialogue robot and smart voice customer service solutions. This continued partnership highlights the significant return on investment and tangible business improvements delivered by Xiao-I’s enterprise-grade AI platforms. The client, a major player in the Chinese automotive market, implemented the solutions to modernize its customer service operations. The renewal signifies successful deployment and the client’s confidence in leveraging AI for sustained business growth. The engagement utilizes two core platforms from Xiao-I’s suite of cognitive AI products:

  1. Intelligent Dialogue Robot (iBot Pro): Based on the advanced model, this multi-channel, multi-modal platform handles a vast range of customer inquiries—from product information and policy consultation to after-sales support and appointment scheduling—across websites, mobile apps, and social messaging platforms. Its 0-code/low-code architecture allows for rapid deployment and easy adaptation to evolving business needs.
  2. Smart Voice Customer Service: This solution provides robust, 24/7 voice-based support, enabling customers to interact naturally via telephone for services like status updates, complex queries, and call routing, ensuring seamless human-agent handoffs when necessary.

The integration of these AI solutions has driven significant, measurable outcomes for the automotive client, including enhanced customer experience through 24/7 instant support that ensure prompt responses and higher satisfaction scores. This has been coupled with a marked increase in operational efficiency, as the significant reduction in handle time for routine queries allows human agents to dedicate their expertise to more complex, high-value interactions. Furthermore, the automation of a large volume of repetitive inquiries has led to substantial annual cost savings, creating a more scalable and optimized service model for the future.

About Xiao-I Corporation

Xiao-I Corporation is a leading cognitive intelligence enterprise in China that offers a diverse range of business solutions and services in artificial intelligence, covering natural language processing, voice and image recognition, machine learning, and affective computing. Since its inception in 2001, the Company has developed an extensive portfolio of cognitive intelligence technologies that are highly suitable and have been applied to a wide variety of business cases. Xiao-I powers its cognitive intelligence products and services with its cutting-edge, proprietary AI technologies to enable and promote industrial digitization, intelligent upgrading, and transformation. For more information, please visit: www.xiaoi.com.

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Dawn of Victory: Carrying the Torch Forward in the New Journey

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GUIYANG, China, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dushan County in Qiannan Prefecture is the southern gateway to Guizhou. During the World Anti-Fascist War, the invaders pushed along the Guizhou–Guangxi Railway toward Dushan and encountered fierce resistance from the defending troops, China’s 29th Army. The invaders were stopped at the Shenhe Bridge in Dushan. Chongqing, the wartime capital of China at that time, was relieved from danger. The battle in Qiannan region became a turning point in the war, and the Shenhe Bridge now stands as an important memorial landmark of the war.


Dawn of Victory: Carrying the Torch Forward in the New Journey

As the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War this year, Qiannan in Guizhou is building itself into a renowned tourism destination. At invitation of the International Communication Center of Guizhou Radio and Television Station and a local host Luna, Tim, an adventure enthusiast from the United States, and his friend Bubble embark on a journey in Qiannan to explore the history and local scenery.

Their first stop is the Maolan National Nature Reserve, where they trek through the Karst primeval forest and try rope rappelling. Through this modern style of adventure tourism, they begin to appreciate the hardships faced by Chinese soldiers and civilians who defended their homeland during the war. They then visit the Limingguan Pass in Libo county, a historical site, learning the moving stories behind the battles here and how Chinese troops and local residents stood together with extraordinary resilience against aggression. Their final stop is the Shenhe Bridge, known as “the last bridge,” where they hear the story of U.S. Army Major Frank A. Gleason of the allied forces in China, who was in charge of defence at the bridge. Major Gleason decidedly destroyed the bridge and stopped Japanese troops moving towards north.

Throughout the journey, Tim, Bubble, and Luna all draw strength from the memory of an entire nation united in the face of aggression. In Guizhou’s landscapes, the mountains keep the stories of the past and the underground karst rivers carry the ink of memory, all woven with the resilience of life and the preciousness of peace. After the journey, three travelers express their common thoughts, remember history, respect heroes, cherish peace, and create a better future. As Tim says, “The courage to protect our shared homeland will always be louder than the sound of war.”

YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/v_ux1xnDa-4

 

VEVOR Launches Black Friday Campaign Focused on Empowering Home Creators

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NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Consumer behavior is shifting. Rather than chasing discounts, shoppers are increasingly asking a different question: “What can I create with this?” As demand for home improvement and creative living spaces continues to rise, VEVOR is responding with a curated Black Friday lineup designed around three distinct customer needs: enabling creative projects, streamlining daily routines, and supporting personalized home design. 

VEVOR Stand Airless Paint Sprayer
VEVOR Stand Airless Paint Sprayer

Customer Data Reveals Creative Consumption Trend

VEVOR’s community has moved beyond traditional consumption. Rather than purchasing for accumulation, customers are selecting tools and equipment specifically to pursue creative projects—building custom furniture, restoring vintage pieces, repairing existing items, and crafting personalized home décor. This shift reflects a broader consumer movement where purchasing decisions are tied to creative outcomes and personal expression.

To support this trend, VEVOR’s Black Friday campaign features heat presses for personalized keepsakes, mechanics tool sets for hands-on repairs, and paint sprayers for furniture restoration. These products directly enable the creative work VEVOR’s customers are already doing.

Efficiency Becomes Essential as Time Scarcity Grows

Concurrent with the rise of creative projects, consumers face increasing time constraints. They’re investing in tools that eliminate friction from daily routines—streamlining meal prep, organizing spaces, and simplifying maintenance tasks. For many, efficiency isn’t about convenience; it’s about reclaiming time for what matters.

VEVOR’s Black Friday lineup addresses this need with storage shelving systems and telescoping ladders designed to minimize the effort required for routine household management. By removing daily friction, these products free up capacity for creative pursuits and personal projects.

Personalization Reshapes Home Improvement Market

The final shift VEVOR is observing: consumers are moving away from trend-driven home design toward spaces reflecting individual identity and lifestyle. Rather than following seasonal aesthetics, customers are making deliberate choices about their environments—prioritizing functionality, personal meaning, and authentic expression over algorithm-driven recommendations.

VEVOR’s complete product ecosystem—spanning tools, storage, outdoor equipment, and home improvement solutions—is built to support this personalization movement. By offering comprehensive resources for home transformation, the brand enables customers to shape living spaces that authentically reflect who they are.

Empowering Creators at Scale

For years, VEVOR has focused on making pro-grade, durable home improvement products accessible to all. Today, more than one million customers in over 50 countries use VEVOR equipment to build, restore, organize, and create. This Black Friday, VEVOR’s expanded catalog is available through vevor.com and on Amazon, giving creators worldwide the flexibility to shop and build on their own terms.

About VEVOR

VEVOR is a global home improvement brand that empowers home creators, who actively reshape living spaces to express their inner pursuits, finding joy in turning visions into reality with their own hands to upgrade spaces with pro-level gear at fair prices. From backyard makeovers to apartment innovations, VEVOR delivers uncompromised quality through vertical integration—combining precision engineering with the joy of making. 

Founded in 2007 as an eBay seller, VEVOR began selling on Amazon in 2013 and launched vevor.com in 2020. The brand unveiled its refreshed identity in 2025. Today, VEVOR operates in over 50 countries, with a network of 200+ global warehouses and a catalog of over 40,000 products spanning tools, outdoor equipment, and home improvement solutions.

The brand’s promise is built on four pillars: professional-grade performance, unexpected value, complete home ecosystem coverage, and uncompromising quality. This commitment is reflected in its 90% customer satisfaction rate, supported by 24/7 assistance and a 30-day hassle-free return policy.

For more information, visit vevor.com or search “vevor” on Amazon.

 

VEVOR Chamber Vacuum Sealer
VEVOR Chamber Vacuum Sealer

ONYX Hospitality Group Celebrates National Recognition For Spa Excellence in Thailand

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 November 2025 – ONYX Hospitality Group, – a key regional player, and a prominent management company in Southeast Asia, specialising in hotels and resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences under the Amari, OZO, Shama, and Oriental Residence brands, has strengthened its position as a leader in Thailand’s wellness sector with two major national distinctions. The group’s signature spa brands — maai Spa and Breeze Spa — have been honoured with the Nuad Thai Premium Award 2025 and the Thai Spa Premium Award, achieving prestigious Platinum and Gold classifications that recognise outstanding service, quality and professional standards.

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Presented by the Department of Health Service Support, Ministry of Public Health, the awards honour outstanding spa and Thai massage establishments that exemplify the highest standards in health, quality, and service excellence. Recipients are evaluated through a comprehensive assessment process encompassing key criteria such as facility quality, distinctive design, exceptional service, and personnel development.

The award-winning categories include:

  • 2025 Thai Premium Massage Award: maai Spa at Amari Pattaya; Breeze Spa at Amari Bangkok, Amari Hua Hin, and Amari Phuket
  • Platinum Thai Premium Spa Award: maai Spa at Amari Pattaya; Breeze Spa at Amari Hua Hin and Amari Phuket
  • Gold Thai Premium Spa Award: Breeze Spa at Amari Bangkok

maai Spa is a luxury wellness sanctuary inspired by the enchanting life cycle of the silkworm transforming into a butterfly. It offers a transformative, holistic journey of rejuvenation for the body, mind, and spirit, expressed through contemporary Thai design that harmoniously blends the science of healing with the art of relaxation.

Meanwhile, Breeze Spa is distinguished by its signature “Mood Therapy” concept, which allows guests to select treatments tailored to their current mood. This personalised approach is designed to restore balance and vitality and inspire genuine smiles and positive energy.

These two prestigious accolades mark another milestone achievement for ONYX Hospitality Group, reinforcing its success in expanding its health and beauty services business — a core strategy driving the company’s holistic and sustainable growth alongside its hotel and accommodation portfolio. This achievement aligns with ONYX’s long-term vision of becoming “the best mid-sized hotel management company in Southeast Asia.”

For more information about ONYX Hospitality Group, visit www.onyx-hospitality.com

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About ONYX Hospitality Group:

ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in Southeast Asia’s hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers in Southeast Asia where their expertise lies. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food and beverage. With over five decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.

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Huawei Cloud Launches AI Ecosystem Alliance in Hong Kong

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Partnering to Accelerate Industry Intelligence from Cloud Native to AI Native

HONG KONG, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Huawei Cloud AI Summit Hong Kong 2025 and Huawei Developer Competition APAC Awards Ceremony convened at Cyberport, attracting over 200 enterprise leaders, partners, and developers. The summit focused on AI industrialization, digital infrastructure, and collaborative AI ecosystem development. The Huawei Hong Kong AI Ecosystem Alliance was officially inaugurated, alongside the launch of new cloud services including Model as a Service (MaaS) and the “Migration All” cloud migration plan, designed to reducing the barriers to AI application and accelerating digital transformation. The ceremony also recognized outstanding developers from 10 countries and regions across APAC.

The summit featured Ms. CHEONG Man-Lei, Lilian, JP, the Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, as the guest of honor. In her opening remarks, she stated that AI has become a crucial driver of global industrial development. The Chief Executive’s 2025 Policy Address explicitly identified AI as a future core industry in Hong Kong’s development. To enhance Hong Kong’s AI R&D capabilities and lay the foundations for wide-ranging AI applications, the SAR government is actively promoting AI development through various initiatives, including setting up the AIR@InnoHK research cluster, launching the Frontier Technology Research Support Scheme, establishing the Hong Kong AI Research and Development Institute, as well as various measures to expand the local research, innovation, and technology talent pool. Ms. CHEONG recognized Huawei for organizing the developer competition, providing a platform for top developers from 10 countries and regions to share ideas in Hong Kong, and for their active contribution to international AI talent development and positioning Hong Kong as a talent hub.

AI+ Strategy: Enhancing Industry Intelligence, Constructing an Open Ecosystem

Mr. Sunny Shang, President of Huawei Cloud Asia Pacific, noted in his welcome remarks that Hong Kong’s strategic location makes it a natural gateway for China’s AI ecosystem to expand globally and for international innovation to enter the Chinese mainland. He highlighted that Hong Kong drives industry transformation through its AI+ strategy. Huawei Cloud offers robust digital intelligence support to businesses by deploying AI infrastructure, four availability zones, and ultra-low latency cloud services in Hong Kong. Furthermore, Mr. Shang stated that Huawei Cloud will capitalize on Hong Kong’s diverse industries and rich data resources to create an open innovation environment and establish a global intelligence hub in collaboration with Asia Pacific partners.

Industry-Academia-Research Collaboration: Embracing the New Ecosystem of AI Transformation

Ir. Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of the Hong Kong Cyberport, and Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President for Mainland Research Development of Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) also delivered opening remarks on how industry-academia-research collaboration fosters the growth of Hong Kong’s AI sector from both ecosystem and talent perspectives. Ir. Eric Chan stated that Cyberport is actively partnering with tech giants like Huawei to advance the research and application of AI and cloud technologies. Together, they cultivate talent and accelerate innovation through technical trainings, resource sharing, and global networks, helping to shape Hong Kong as a global AI and innovation hub. Prof. DONG Cheng noted that the partnership between PolyU and Huawei Cloud has achieved significant milestones in technology research and talent cultivation. The two parties will continue to intensify cooperation in cutting-edge technologies and scientific research, and harness Huawei Cloud’s global network to tap into international industry resources, transforming research outcomes into social benefits.

Huawei Cloud MaaS: Reducing Barriers to AI

Mr. William Dong, President of Huawei Cloud Marketing, introduced several new services. Notably, the MaaS service enables AI compute activation in under one day, simplifying AI platform preparation and accelerating service deployment, making AI models more accessible. He also announced Model Application Firewall (MAF), the one-stop agent platform Versatile, and Huawei Cloud Stack 8.6 — a comprehensive suite of AI solutions from development to deployment.

Mr. Ben Ding, Senior Director of Huawei Computing Asia Pacific Eco-development, introduced Huawei’s CANN open-source initiative. After seven years of effort, Huawei has fully open-sourced its AI software stack, equipping developers with essential atomic capabilities. Currently, it supports over 50 leading open-source communities and projects, with more than 2,000 code requests submitted and over 370,000 lines of code committed, providing a robust technical foundation for enterprise intelligence upgrades.

Industry Collaboration: Three Keys to AI Applications

Mr. Jason Zhang, Managing Director of Huawei Cloud Hong Kong and Macau delivered a keynote speech on accelerating intelligence with innovation and reliability. He highlighted three key factors for effective AI usage: a robust data foundation, comprehensive lifecycle security, and sustainable development. He showcased several successes of Huawei Cloud’s collaboration in Hong Kong, including enhancing the digital operational efficiency of commercial real estate like China Resources Longdation; extending the weather forecast period from 7 days to 15 days for the Hong Kong Observatory; and applying AI technologies to local soft-shell crab farming.

Representatives of multiple partners highlighted their extensive collaboration with Huawei Cloud. They have integrated AI into various areas, including smart city management, industrial upgrades, and social innovations. Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) automates intelligent customer service, reducing service query times by 60% and lowering operating costs by 40%. TGT advances the intelligent transformation of data centers, enhancing operational security and service quality. City University of Hong Kong presents the first right-hand drive autonomous driving test platform, offering replicable experiences to expedite the commercialization of autonomous vehicles. Winner Technology employs AI visual analysis and data models to achieve accurate passenger flow statistics and consumer behavior analysis, aiding shopping malls and brand outlets in refining their operational strategies.

AI Ecosystem Alliance, Building an Open Ecosystem

The Huawei Hong Kong AI Ecosystem Alliance was officially launched during the event. Initiated by Huawei, the alliance unites industry leaders like HKT, ASL, Nexify, KBQuest, EY, PwC, iFLYTEK, Deloitte China, WPS, and ICO. Committed to openness and shared success, the alliance addresses real-world needs across sectors including finance, healthcare, and logistics. Its goal is to create an open-source and collaborative AI ecosystem by leveraging the advanced capabilities and expertise of its partners in technology research and development, product innovation, market growth, and professional services.

Huawei Developer Competition 2025: Empowering Asia Pacific Talent

The event concluded by awarding the champions in the Huawei Developer Competition Asia Pacific. This year’s competition drew nearly 1,000 developers from 10 countries and regions in Asia Pacific, with a total of 192 high-quality submissions. The entries were closely aligned with industry trends, showcasing developers’ ability to transform Huawei AI technologies into practical solutions for real-world challenges. The Finance Track focused on intelligent financial management, credit scoring, and inclusive finance. The Society and Sustainability Track addressed healthcare, disaster response, and smart transportation. Team EvoClass Nexus from Hong Kong, China won the Society and Sustainability Track with their AI education platform. Team Sproutshk from the Philippines claimed the Finance Track title with their AI financial management application. This competition not only energized top developers in the region but also integrated individual expertise with the collective wisdom of the ecosystem, continually expanding the pool of AI innovation talent in Asia Pacific.

Huawei Cloud AI Summit Hong Kong 2025 and Huawei Developer Competition APAC Awards Ceremony successfully held
Huawei Cloud AI Summit Hong Kong 2025 and Huawei Developer Competition APAC Awards Ceremony successfully held

 

Ms. CHEONG Man-Lei, Lilian, JP, The Under Secretary for Innovation Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, delivering opening remarks
Ms. CHEONG Man-Lei, Lilian, JP, The Under Secretary for Innovation Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government, delivering opening remarks

 

Mr. Sunny Shang, President of Huawei Cloud Asia Pacific, delivering welcome remarks
Mr. Sunny Shang, President of Huawei Cloud Asia Pacific, delivering welcome remarks

 

Ir. Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of the Hong Kong Cyberport, delivering opening remarks
Ir. Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of the Hong Kong Cyberport, delivering opening remarks

 

Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, delivering opening remarks
Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, delivering opening remarks

 

Mr. William Dong, President of Huawei Cloud Marketing, presenting Huawei Cloud's new offerings
Mr. William Dong, President of Huawei Cloud Marketing, presenting Huawei Cloud’s new offerings

 

Mr. Ben Ding, Senior Director of Huawei Computing Asia Pacific Eco-development, introducing CANN open-source initiative
Mr. Ben Ding, Senior Director of Huawei Computing Asia Pacific Eco-development, introducing CANN open-source initiative

 

Mr. Jason Zhang, Managing Director of Huawei Cloud Hong Kong, delivering a keynote speech
Mr. Jason Zhang, Managing Director of Huawei Cloud Hong Kong, delivering a keynote speech

 

Huawei Hong Kong AI Ecosystem Alliance officially launched
Huawei Hong Kong AI Ecosystem Alliance officially launched

 

Huawei Developer Competition 2025 Asia Pacific Awards Ceremony
Huawei Developer Competition 2025 Asia Pacific Awards Ceremony

 

Huawei Developer Competition 2025 Asia Pacific Awards Ceremony
Huawei Developer Competition 2025 Asia Pacific Awards Ceremony

 

Huawei Developer Competition 2025 Asia-Pacific Grand Finals Successfully Concluded

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HONG KONG, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Huawei Developer Competition 2025 Asia-Pacific Final Pitch concluded successfully on November 19, 2025, at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. This year’s competition attracted close to 1,000 developers from 10 countries and regions across the Asia-Pacific, showcasing 192 high-quality projects. Among them, 15 outstanding teams advanced to the final pitch—9 from the Society & Sustainability track and 6 from the Finance track.


In the opening remarks, Professor DONG Cheng of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University emphasized the importance of “turning ideas into impact.”


Jing Niu from Huawei Cloud reflected on the competition’s three-year evolution and introduced a new “social impact” judging criterion, reinforcing Huawei’s commitment to “Tech for All.”


Throughout the day, the 15 finalist teams delivered compelling pitches and participated in in-depth Q&A sessions with judges during the morning and afternoon segments. An authoritative panel comprising experts from investment, academia, and technology sectors ensured a thorough and professional evaluation. Additionally, ten developers were honored with the HCDE certification, recognizing their deep technical expertise in Huawei Cloud technologies and contributions to the global developer community.


The award ceremony held on November 20 celebrated the remarkable achievements of this year’s participants. Congratulations to all the talented teams of the Huawei Developer Competition 2025 (Asia-Pacific)!

Society & Sustainability Track Winners
Champion: EvoClass Nexus (HK SAR)
1st Runner-up: EiPCA (TH), Prompify (HK SAR)
2nd Runner-up: Remember Me (MY), SiaNoo KMITL (TH), ChainMarkX (SG)
Outstanding Project Award: Kuantica (PH), Flow (ID), Fahrenheit (MY)


 


 


 


Finance Track Winners
Champion: Sproutshk (PH)
1st Runner-up: GardaChain (ID), Nama Perserta (ID)
2nd Runner-up: CreditPass (PH), Bubstal (HK SAR), Puad Huawei (TH)


 


 


About Huawei
Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We are committed to bringing digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. We have approximately 208,000 employees and we operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. For more information, visit Huawei online at www.huawei.com.

 

China’s 15th National Games: Dashing forward in the Greater Bay Area

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BEIJING, Nov. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from China.org.cn on China’s 15th National Games and the Greater Bay Area:


China’s 15th National Games: Dashing forward in the Greater Bay Area

The gigantic ring-shaped cauldron is “ablaze” above the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center, as 34 sporting disciplines unfold over the past fortnight or so. One might wonder: Is China hosting another major international sporting event?

In fact, this is nothing other than China’s own National Games.

Held every four years, the National Games are akin to China’s version of the Olympics, which also share a similar competition line-up as that of the Olympic Games. The 15th National Games (the Games) is special — it is the first edition that has been jointly hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao. That means, the Games is crossing two social systems and three customs territories.

In the cycling road race event, athletes set off from Zhuhai Museum in Guangdong Province and pedaled all the way across the Macao Bridge, past Hong Kong International Airport and Hong Kong Disneyland, ticking off a series of Greater Bay Area landmarks, all while in medal contention.

These few hours of competition are, in essence, a vivid footnote to the ongoing journey of development in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

The GBA is an urban cluster consisting of the two special administrative regions (SAR) of Hong Kong and Macao, together with a group of cities in Guangdong Province. In 2019, the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area was elevated to a national strategy. By then, Hong Kong and Macao had returned to their motherland for about two decades, and great changes had taken place in their social and economic landscapes. Meanwhile, the industrial structure in the Pearl River Delta was in urgent need of transformation and upgrading. Thus, by advancing the development of the GBA, China sought to deepen reform and drive institutional innovation, boosting integrated growth in the three regions, and fostering a new engine of economic expansion.

The cyclists at the 15th National Games were able to shuttle among the three regions within half a day, thanks to the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge jointly built by the three places. As the world’s longest sea-crossing bridge, it has handled over 90 million passenger trips since it opened seven years ago. Since 2023, private vehicles from the two SARs can apply for digital plates, stick the RFID cards onto their cars, then smoothly travel to Guangdong Province via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge checkpoint.

Without altering existing systems, the three regions have innovatively facilitated the flow of vehicles, data and talent. Now, the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link operates so frequently and routinely, that it’s almost like an intercity shuttle; the Shenzhen–Hong Kong–Guangzhou tech hub has ranked among the world’s leading innovation hubs for years; at the ports of entry across the GBA, ordinary citizens of all profiles are often seen passing through customs with bikes. The GBA, with less than 0.6% of China’s land area, has generated one-ninth of the country’s GDP.

Some say, the 15th National Games offers a condensed glimpse into the past, present, and future of the Greater Bay Area. Over a century ago, Hong Kong and Macao were forced to separate from the motherland; now, a scene of people running forward side-by-side in the GBA is being depicted through the sporting event.

China Mosaic 
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