AFP – Record heavy rains and flooding in central Vietnam last week killed 35 people, disaster management officials said on 2 November, with five more still missing in the deluge.
Vietnam Flood Death Toll Rises to 35: Disaster Agency
Kuailu Meeting Upgrades AI System to Boost Enterprise Meeting Efficiency
SINGAPORE, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Riding the wave of AI-powered office transformation, Kuailu Tech announces a comprehensive upgrade to its Kuailu AI Meeting System. The system now offers enhanced voice recognition with role assignment, AI real-time transcription, enterprise-level smart templates, and decision tracking, improving meeting recording, analysis, and execution efficiency. This upgrade helps businesses transform from simple meeting minutes to intelligent decision-making.
“Kuailu Meeting not only understands every conversation, but ensures that each discussion is actionable.” — Chief Product Officer, Kuailu Tech
Addressing Modern Enterprise Meeting Challenges
Many organizations still face common meeting challenges: key decisions get lost during fast-paced discussions, meeting minutes note suggestions but lack assigned owners, and follow-up tasks often remain incomplete.
The upgraded Kuailu AI Meeting System leverages AI to turn meetings from passive note-taking into actionable outcomes.
Key Upgraded Features
- Voice Recognition with Role Assignment: Every Statement Has an Owner
The system automatically distinguishes speakers, clearly showing “who said what.”- Accurate Traceability: Each statement is tagged, with access to the original recording
- Private Deployment: Voice data fully controlled, ensuring meeting security
- Industry Keywords: Supports custom terminology to improve transcription accuracy
Customer feedback: “Now, audit traceability is just a click away, no more digging through three-hour recordings.”
- Enterprise Smart Templates: Customizable for Every Team
Departments and scenarios can have tailored templates, created via a drag-and-drop editor. Supports tables, images, and voice annotations to make meeting minutes structured, standardized, and comprehensive.
“The finance team uses a risk assessment template, and the HR team uses a training template—every meeting quickly produces the right minutes, saving significant time.” - Decision Tracking Loop: Ensuring Actionable Outcomes
AI-generated minutes are directly linked to task execution: automatic to-do creation → clear owners and deadlines → real-time tracking → overdue reminders. Companies report task completion rates rising from 60% to 90%, solving the “discussed but not done” problem.
From Minutes to Decisions: Full-Process Upgrade
The upgraded Kuailu AI Meeting System goes beyond transcription to understand semantics, track tasks, and ensure decision execution—covering the full workflow: voice recognition → semantic understanding → decision implementation.
“We don’t aim to replace meetings with AI; we aim to make AI a smart assistant for enterprise decision-making.” — Chief Product Officer, Kuailu Tech
While many competitors remain at basic transcription, Kuailu Meeting stands out with voice recognition, smart templates, and decision tracking, delivering meetings that truly produce results.
Free Trial and Access
Businesses can visit www.kuailutech.com to apply for a 30-day free trial, experiencing upgraded voice recognition, AI transcription, smart templates, and decision tracking. Say goodbye to meetings that “only record but never deliver.”
About Kuailu Technology (Holdings) Company Limited
Kuailu Tech is a global AI enterprise dedicated to driving digital and intelligent transformation for businesses. Based on proprietary AI large model technology, Kuailu Tech has built a full-scenario ecosystem covering AI smart office, AI collaboration, and AI meeting systems. The company provides workflow automation, low-code customization, and ERP integration solutions, helping organizations operate smarter, faster, and more efficiently.
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Kuailu Tech Marketing Department
Email: Cora@KuailuTech.com
Website: www.kuailutech.com
Gaw Capital Issues Corrected Information Regarding Recent PERE’s Media Coverage titled “Gaw Capital Shutters US, Europe Institutional Businesses”
LOS ANGELES / LONDON – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 November 2025 – Gaw Capital Partners, a leading multi-asset investment management firm, is issuing corrected information regarding the media coverage published on 31 October 2025 in PERE, titled “Gaw Capital shutters US, Europe institutional businesses”.
Correct Information are as follows:
- Gaw Capital US will continue to invest in the US as an investment manager/operator focusing on its tech centric home markets on the west coast. The recent acquisitions of 2 lender assisted, deep discounted offices in Bellefield Office Park in Bellevue, a fifteen-building office campus embedded in a nature-park setting near Bellevue CBD, and North Park, San Francisco, a unique office campus in the heart of Jackson Square, San Francisco, demonstrate our nimbleness and ability to track markets where we have expertise in deal sourcing and operational skill sets on the ground.
- Gaw Capital UK is still actively managing Lloyd’s Building, Harbour Exchange, Gilray House, Clerkenwell House in London under our separate accounts, and the hotel assets including Intercontinental Hotel, Porto and Hotel Infante Sagres, Porto. With the acquisition of the majority stake C2 Capital in Portugal in 2024, we are shifting our focus to Southern Europe and actively exploring investment opportunities in that region.
- There is a very minimal reduction in our headcounts in our US and UK offices. Gaw Capital focuses on ensuring all investor capital raised for the US institutional fund series and our assets under our separate accounts in UK and European Hospitality Fund exit in orderly and profitable manner.
Gaw Capital Partners is committed to transparency and accuracy in all communications and regrets any confusion or inconvenience the initial reporting may have caused our investors, business partners, stakeholders and the public. We have been in contact with PERE to request a correction to the headline of the article and it has already been revised to “Gaw Capital to wind down US, Europe institutional businesses”.
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The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
About Gaw Capital Partners
Based in Asia, Gaw Capital Partners is a multi-asset investment management firm focusing on real estate, growth equity, private credit and infrastructure markets globally.
Since its inception in 2005, the firm has raised seven commingled funds targeting Asia Pacific, alongside value-add /opportunistic funds in the U.S., a Pan-Asia Hospitality Fund, a European Hospitality Fund, a Growth Equity Fund and a Credit Fund. It also manages credit strategies and separate account direct investments globally.
Gaw Capital has consistently generated high yields by revitalizing underperforming assets, enhancing value through creative financing solutions and leveraging deep expertise in capital allocation.
Since 2005, the firm has managed US$35.8 billion in assets and raised US$24.4 billion in equity as of Q2 2025.
Agoda Unveils Breathtaking Sunset Spots in Asia
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SINGAPORE, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has curated a list of the best places in Asia to witness breathtaking sunsets. Featuring a palette of beaches, mountains, and cities, these destinations offer travelers a chance to experience the natural beauty of the region. Agoda’s selection promises unforgettable moments as the sun dips below the horizon in a symphony of colors.
From the golden sands of Bali to the majestic peaks of Sabah, each location on Agoda’s list provides a unique canvas for the perfect sunset view. Travelers can immerse themselves in the kaleidoscope of hues that light up the sky, across the diverse landscapes of Asia.
Here is Agoda’s selection of six stunning sunset spots in Asia, perfect for those looking to add a touch of natural wonder to their travel plans.
1. Nusa Penida, Bali, Indonesia
While Bali is popular, Nusa Penida offers more secluded spots like Kelingking Beach for stunning sunsets. The island’s rugged cliffs and pristine beaches provide a tranquil setting, making it a unique destination worth exploring.
2. Kundasang, Sabah, Malaysia
Nestled in the foothills of Mount Kinabalu, this area offers breathtaking sunset views over the mountains. The cool climate and panoramic vistas make Kundasang a perfect retreat for nature lovers.
3. Koh Lanta, Krabi, Thailand
This island offers quieter beaches like Klong Nin, ideal for a peaceful sunset experience. The laid-back atmosphere and stunning coastal views make it a hidden gem in Thailand.
4. Tamsui, New Taipei City, Taiwan
Tamsui is a charming town with a riverside setting, perfect for sunset strolls in the city. The blend of historical sites and scenic beauty makes Tamsui a delightful spot for evening relaxation.
5. Varkala, Kerala, India
Known for its dramatic cliffs and serene beaches, Varkala offers stunning sunset views over the Arabian Sea. The unique landscape and cultural richness make it a must-visit destination.
6. Batanes, Philippines
The rolling hills and dramatic coastlines provide a unique backdrop for sunsets. Batanes is renowned for its untouched beauty and tranquil environment, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle.
Jun Dong, Associate Vice President at Agoda, shared, “Sunsets have a unique way of capturing the essence of a destination, and our curated list highlights places where this daily spectacle becomes a must-see event. From the stunning beaches of Bali to the vibrant cityscapes of Taipei, each sunset offers a moment of magic that travelers cherish. Agoda is thrilled to guide explorers to these breathtaking spots, ensuring that every journey is as memorable as the sunsets they witness.”
For those chasing the perfect sunset spot, Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. Find the best deals on its mobile app and discover more at Agoda.com.
SUS ENVIRONMENT Took the Spotlight at ISWA 2025 with Innovative Waste Management Solutions
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SHANGHAI, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From October 27th to 29th, the ISWA 2025 World Congress, themed “Re-imagine Waste,” was grandly held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. As the highest-profile event in the global waste management industry, this gathering attracted over 1,000 participants from more than 50 countries. SUS ENVIRONMENT was invited to attend, joining global peers in exploring the blueprint for scientific waste management and a circular economy.
SUS ENVIRONMENT and ISWA initiate strategic cooperation
At the event, Mr. ZHAN Liang (Eric), CEO of SUS International, was invited to deliver a keynote speech titled “Towards a Sustainable Future Together — China Best Available Techniques and Practices of Waste-to-Energy.” He stated that after nearly two decades of efforts, China’s waste incineration capacity has surpassed the combined total of Europe, America, and Japan. Meanwhile, China’s waste treatment technology is advancing toward high efficiency, environmental friendliness and digital intelligence. The “China’s solution” to scientific solid waste management is now benefiting the world.
During the event, the exclusive booth of SUS ENVIRONMENT became a focal point for international attendees. The showcase of CBAT (China Best Available Technology and Practices for Waste-to-Energy) achievements and cutting-edge digital twin technology attracted numerous solid waste management experts, government officials, and corporate representatives.
Besides, SUS ENVIRONMENT actively participated in the IFC CEO panel and the Circularity Plus Executive Roundtable. Together with senior executives from numerous international waste management enterprises, they engaged in in-depth discussions on waste management policies and development trends.
A key highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ISWA and SUS ENVIRONMENT. The two parties will collaborate in areas such as technical cooperation, event exchanges, and promoting China’s waste-to-energy experience, jointly committing to the advancement and global integration of the industry.
This in-depth participation in the ISWA World Congress marks a significant milestone in SUS ENVIRONMENT’s internationalization journey. Moving forward, SUS will continue to deepen international cooperation in solid waste management, contributing expertise and innovation to global sustainable development.
About SUS
SUS ENVIRONMENT is the global leading comprehensive environment provider.* As of June 2025, SUS ENVIRONMENT has established 11 management centers worldwide, invested in and constructed 90 waste-to-energy projects, with a daily processing capacity nearly 120,000 tons of MSW and annual green power generation of approximately 18,000 GWh.
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*Data sourced from the Environmental Sanitation Net Of China and public data, covering total design scale, with data as of June 30, 2025. |
Witness Sungrow’s Innovative Solar and Energy Storage Solutions at REI Expo 2025: Empowering India’s Energy Transition
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NEW DELHI, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the global leading PV inverter and energy storage system (ESS) provider, unveiled a suite of cutting-edge innovations at REI 2025. The new product lineup – including the PowerStack 255CS BESS for commercial and industrial (C&I) energy storage, the residential PV&ESS system MG5/6RL inverter and MGL060 battery, and the high-efficiency 2.5 kW Microinverter S2500S-L — is designed to enhance local energy stability and sustainability while empowering Indian households and businesses with smarter, more reliable power solutions.
Sungrow’s Innovative Solar and Energy Storage Solutions at REI Expo 2025
Since entering the market in 2014, Sungrow has built strong multi-gigawatt partnerships with leading Indian power companies, fostering long-term collaboration in innovation, localization, and sustainable growth.
PowerStack 255CS: Liquid-Cooling C&I Energy Storage System
With over 1,000 successful C&I deployments worldwide across sectors like metallurgy, automotive, and textiles, Sungrow continues to advance industrial decarbonization. During this expo, Sungrow also launches the PowerStack 255CS integrated energy storage system for the Indian C&I market, equipped with 314 Ah battery cells for 257 kWh capacity in a 2-hour system.
- High Efficiency and Lower Cost: This highly integrated system, featuring pre-installed and pre-commissioned functions, significantly reduces installation time and costs. Its innovative AI-controlled thermal balance function can reduce daily system heat loss by 33%, significantly improving operational efficiency. Meanwhile, precise liquid-cooled balanced heat dissipation maintains more stable battery temperatures, ensuring that the overall temperature difference during operation remains at ≤ 2.5°C for optimized performance.
- Safe and Reliable: Safety remains a core focus in Sungrow’s system design, as demonstrated by the product’s advanced safety architecture: a three-level fire protection design allows the product’s precise thermal runaway early warning function to effectively prevent fire; three-level overcurrent protection (PACK, RACK, PCS) provides multiple safeguards for system operation.
- Flexibility and Convenience: The system supports flexible grid connection, allowing grid-tied, off-grid, and automatic switching. For grid-tied applications, the ST255CX supports up to 25 units, making it an ideal solution for a wide range of application scenarios. Together with the ST510CS in the same series, it delivers a more comprehensive and systematic solution for India’s C&I sector.
MG5/6RL Hybrid Inverter + MGL060 Battery: Smarter Energy for Every Home
Sungrow introduces residential PV & ESS solutions: MG5/6RL + MGL060, to meet India’s growing demand for reliable energy amid rapid urbanization and rising costs.
- Maximize Energy, Minimize Cost: Engineered for peak performance, the system supports 20A current inputs from mainstream PV panels and features a wide MPPT range with patented PID protection to maximize energy harvest.
- Unleash with Power: With the allowance of zero power derating at 45°C, seamless backup power switching within 4ms, and parallel connection of up to 8 inverters and 16 batteries, the system ensures households stay powered even in extreme climates or unstable grid conditions.
- Durability and Adaptable: The new MGL060 battery, equipped with a 314Ah high-capacity battery, IP65 waterproof rating, and C5-M corrosion resistance, ensures its robust durability for up to 15 years. Built with flexibility, the system supports whole-home backup retrofits or new installations, and compatibility with diverse batteries and diesel generators — offering a comprehensive, adaptable solution for diverse residential energy needs.
2.5 kW Microinverter S2500S-L: More Efficient, More Reliable
The new S2500S-L is purpose-built for residential applications, featuring a nominal power of 2.5 kW and four independent MPPTs with 18A of operating current.
- Engineered for Extreme Heat: Microinverters are often installed in tight spaces between solar panels and rooftops, where summer heat can cause conventional devices to reduce output or shut down. The S2500S-L is built to perform well in these conditions, operating at 45°C without power derating and maintaining reliable output up to 80°C.
- Easy Installation & Setup: The S2500S-L features one-click configuration, offering an install-friendly design that allows for plug-and-play operation. It supports both DC and AC wiring, providing great convenience for installation and use.
- Safety and Reliability: With rapid shutdown in compliance with IEC 63027 and a low DC input voltage, the system delivers exceptional safety performance—setting a new benchmark for residential inverter reliability in India.
“Sungrow continues to fulfill its commitment to providing advanced, reliable, and adaptable solutions for the constantly evolving energy landscape in India,” said Sunil Badesra, Country Manager of Sungrow India. “By launching new products in the Indian market, combining innovation with validated on-site experience, the company enables partners and customers to meet the growing electricity demand, ensuring that everyone has access to sufficient, safe, and sustainable electricity.”
About Sungrow
Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world’s most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we’re committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com.
Custom Design Payment Card Issuance at Hong Kong Fintech Week 2025
Uplifting consumer experience for instant card issuance
HONG KONG, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Goldpac and ePayLinks have teamed up for the Hong Kong Fintech Week to showcase a swift and interactive payment card issuance demonstration.
They will exhibit their shared vision to deliver secure and efficient payment card solutions, while meeting everchanging market trends and increasing consumer appetites for personalised products.
At ePayLinks’ booth (5E-AB05), visitors choose a card design and then enjoy the streamlined instant issuance and activation experience of a live, functional prepaid card.
Using Goldpac’s portable all-in-one card issuance printer (PIE001), guests can select an image from a photo gallery to be printed onto their personalised prepaid card (valued at HK$98). The payment card is immediately ready-for-use at any Visa accepting retailer and can be topped up with funds via the GlobalCash mobile app.
This quick demonstration illustrates a simple self-service journey that provides uniquely customised payment products that can be rolled out anywhere, anytime.
For added security, this process can be supplemented with remote issuer pre-approval procedures and biometric identity verification on the PIE001 device. Further customisation is possible by integrating a DIY design platform allowing users to upload personal photos that are vetted by an AI image verification system, ensuring all content complies with the issuer’s policies before printing.
“Personalised products have become a highly anticipated component of the consumer experience, and can be used in todays versatile payment scenarios.” said William Lu, CEO of Goldpac Datacard Solutions. “Therefore, our solutions enable delivery of small-batch, highly customised payment products with quick turnaround times. This maximises the ability for issuers to offer one-of-a-kind, everyday consumer payment tools while keeping transactions safe and convenient.”.
“As an accomplished Prepaid Card service provider holding the SVF (Stored Value Facility) License (SVF0011) issued by the HKMA (Hong Kong Monetary Authority), we are always committed to driving innovation and striving to inject fun and vitality into daily payment experiences.” commented Nelson Wu, CEO of ePaylinks Technology Co., Limited. “Driven by this vision, we plan to continuously optimize the user experience by applying mature and reliable technologies to new usage scenarios and experiences.”
About Goldpac (HongKong: 3315)
Goldpac provides products and solutions that addresses the financial industry’s diverse needs for secure, convenient, and easy-to-use payment solutions. These solutions cover user onboarding, personalisation and payment device issuance systems, self-service kiosks, and desktop printers.
Its operations cover a wide range of businesses and sectors including financial services, telecommunications, social security, healthcare, transport, retail, mobile payment, identity, third-party payment platforms and other security services domains.
About ePayLinks
ePaylinks Technology Co., Ltd was registered in Hong Kong in 1999. It’s a local licensed SVF issuer for MasterCard, UnionPay International, and VISA Prepaid Card. During the past years, EPL has been committed to product innovation and adhere to compliance-first, risk-aware issuance principles. It strives to provide our customers with a convenient, secure, and colorful prepaid card experience.
GFM Services Berhad Receives Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 Malaysian Facility Management Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for Excellence in Innovation-Driven Operations
This recognition highlights GFM Services Berhad’s leadership in operational excellence, energy efficiency, and sustainable facility management through technology-driven solutions and governance excellence.
SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that GFM Services Berhad has been given the 2025 Malaysian Facility Management Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for its outstanding achievements in cost efficiency, energy efficiency, operational excellence, market leadership, and revenue diversity. This recognition highlights GFM’s consistent leadership in driving measurable outcomes, strengthening its market position, and delivering customer-centric innovation in Malaysia’s evolving facility management landscape.
Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. GFM Services Berhad excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align strategic initiatives with market demand while executing them with efficiency, consistency, and scale. “The service provider makes a deliberate effort to target resilient sectors with long-term working relationships while incorporating integrated and technology-led approaches, which have been vital in its market positioning,” said Janice Wung, Energy & Environment industry principal at Frost & Sullivan.
Guided by a long-term growth strategy focused on innovation-driven operations, governance excellence, and social responsibility, GFM Services Berhad has shown its ability to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving landscape. The company’s sustained investments in IoT technologies, smart building integration, and resilient business model have enabled it to scale effectively across Malaysia while contributing to the country’s sustainability goals.
Innovation remains central to GFM Services Berhad’s approach. Its proprietary GEMS platform, developed in-house, provides real-time operational insights, enables predictive maintenance, and supports end-to-end asset management, setting the company apart from competitors reliant on third-party systems. Complemented by its smart retrofit strategy, GFM Services Berhad modernizes aging infrastructure with IoT-enabled upgrades to improve energy efficiency and reduce downtime, delivering long-term value to clients. “We are honored to receive this recognition from Frost & Sullivan, which underscores GFM Services Berhad’s strong foundation in operational excellence and strategic execution. By combining innovation, technology, and governance excellence, we continue to deliver solutions that create long-term value for our clients and strengthen Malaysia’s facility management landscape.” — Ruslan Bin Nordin, Group Managing Director, GFM Services Berhad
GFM Services Berhad’s integrated facility management model, which combines hard, soft, and specialized services, simplifies vendor management for clients while ensuring service consistency and improved cost efficiency. Its diversified portfolio—spanning assets and buildings, oil and gas, accommodation services, and Rest & Service Area (RSA) development—further reinforces its financial resilience and ability to serve multiple critical industries.
Frost & Sullivan commends GFM Services Berhad for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and sustainable innovation. The company’s vision, proprietary platforms, and customer-first culture are shaping the future of Malaysia’s facility management industry and driving tangible results at scale.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. The award recognizes forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence.
Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition
Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.
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About GFM Services Berhad
GFM Services Berhad was established to provide a one stop customised facilities management solution. GFM offers companies the opportunity to focus on their core business through outsourcing of their non-core business activities. The company currently employs upwards of 500 personnel and is supplemented by more than 300 associates.
The company’s effective and consistent service delivery is primarily guided by their well-established Business Process Manual that comprises of proven work processes and industry best practices. Coupled with the experience and expertise of the top management, GFM has been able to achieve service delivery consistency regardless of facility types, size, complexity, and geographical locations.
The subsidiary company of GFM, Global Facilities Management Sdn. Bhd. is a certified company in ISO 9001: 2015 Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System, and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational, Health and Safety Management System. Over the years, it had also won various international awards namely Frost & Sullivan Malaysia Facilities Management Competitive Strategy Leadership Award 2021, Frost & Sullivan Best Practice Award 2012, NBO Group Achievement Award 2011 and Frost & Sullivan Industrial Technologies Award 2007.
Released on behalf of GFM Services Berhad by Frost & Sullivan
Media Contact:
Noor Azimah Abdul Rahman
Corporate Communications
Email: noor.azimah@globalfm.com.my
