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POP MART Unveils Global Landmark Store at ICONSIAM, Bangkok

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Celebrating the first flagship store in Southeast Asia with a Thai-inspired immersive experience

BANGKOK, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — POP MART, a global leading company in the pop culture and art toy industry officially opens its Global Landmark Store on the 7th floor of ICONSIAM, Bangkok. Spanning over 760 sqm, the store is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia and showcases a unique blend of Thai culture, contemporary design, and imaginative storytelling.

The store design draws on three themes: Water Culture, Traditional Thai Architecture, and Inclusiveness, aligning with POP MART’s mission to “Light up Passion and Bring Joy.”

The event was graced by the presence of Chompoo Araya A. Hargate, Abigail Rangsee Singhpipat, Jeff Worakamon Satur (Jeff Satur), and celebrities and artists. Also in attendance were Mr. Wang Ning, Founder of POP MART; Mr. Justin Moon, COO of POP MART International; Mr. Kenny Wong, designor and creator of Molly; and Ms. Chadatip Chutrakul, CEO of Siam Piwat Group.


A major highlight is the two-story wind-up toy–inspired entrance, featuring CRYBABY riding an elephant, symbolizing Thai culture and national pride. The riverfront terrace houses a striking 4-meter-tall MOLLY figure in traditional Thai attire, setting the stage for a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience by the Chao Phraya River.


Inside, the store offers fans a multi-level immersive journey through zones like the MEGA Zone, blind box area, POP BEAN zone, and a playful second floor inspired by Rubik’s Cubes and Thai architecture. A newly launched POP MART Café, the first outside China, also provides a whimsical space for fans to relax, connect, and enjoy a menu.

As part of the launch, the HELLO MOON Exhibition featuring MOLLY runs from August 5–14 at Thara Hall, ICONSIAM. Fans can meet Kenny Wong and explore limited-edition Thailand-exclusive figures including MOLLY Thailand Figure, LABUBU Long-tail Boat Figure, Crybaby Tuk Tuk Figure, and the POP BEAN Crybaby Baby Born Series Set (Thailand Limited).

The opening of this Global Landmark Store marks a key milestone in POP MART’s international expansion, reinforcing its commitment to connecting fans worldwide through creativity, culture, and joyful experiences.

State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company’s penetration supervision of material and financial risks achieves remarkable results

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URUMQI, China, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, as one of the first batch of specialized scenario pilot units for the innovative application of artificial intelligence large models by State Grid Corporation of China in 2025, the financial risk penetration supervision scenario in the material field, constructed based on the Guangming large model by State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company, has received recognition from State Grid Corporation of China and was commended at the monthly AI meeting in July.

In 2025, State Grid Corporation of China proposed to focus on overarching and comprehensive management requirements that impact the high-quality development of the power grid and the company. Centering on three key areas—investment performance evaluation, financial penetration supervision, and asset life cycle management—the initiative aims to achieve top-down, full-level, full-chain, full-process, and full-element penetration across domains such as development, finance, and equipment. In the area of financial penetration supervision, efforts are concentrated on enhancing the effectiveness of supervision through the three core directions of risk prevention and control, fund penetration, and lean management. This enables online monitoring and dynamic risk control in key areas, continuously improving the level of lean management.

As a pilot unit for financial penetration supervision, since undertaking the pilot work, State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company has placed great emphasis on its implementation. A dedicated working group was established to strengthen organizational and technical support. Within 60 days, a financial risk penetration supervision scenario in the material field was developed based on the Guangming large model and has since been deployed and applied within the Finance and Assets Department of State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power and the Material Company. The scenario addresses the challenges of scattered cross-system data and low OCR model recognition accuracy in the clearance of material payables. By integrating data from systems such as the digital legal system platform, ECP2.0, ERP, and the smart shared financial platform, the scenario connects the entire chain of information including contracts, performance documents, invoices, and payments. Leveraging semantic understanding, multimodal analysis, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) technologies of the Guangming Large Model, five intelligent entities—doubtful point inquiry, supervision distribution, payment review, supporting evidence review, and report generation—have been constructed, enabling full-process intelligent supervision of debt collection. The scenario is accessed over 400 times daily on average, reducing the time required for data analysis of the receivables and payables ledger from 1–2 days to real-time issuance, and increasing debt collection efficiency by 50%.

Moving forward, State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company will continue to deepen the application and iterative development of the Guangming Large Model in the material financial risk supervision scenario, accelerate the promotion and implementation of the scenario across Xinjiang, and leverage artificial intelligence to enhance financial risk prevention and control capabilities.

The New Bybit Web3 is Here–Fueling On-Chain Thrills with $200,000 Up for Grabs

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DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced another chapter in Web3 infrastructure with the brand new Bybit Web3.

Returning from the hiatus in May this year when the restructuring commenced, Bybit Web3 is back and better on a mission to unlock access for millions of users worldwide. The new edition reimagines the on-chain experience with innovative offerings and a seamless user journey.

Barrier-Free Onchain Experience

The strategic upgrade adopts a fresh approach to on-chain trading integrating core DeFi functionalities and benefits into Bybit’s trading platform, removing the hassle of setting up and managing multiple Web3 wallets and gas tokens.

Achieving on-chain trading without complex setup and management of on-chain wallets and gas tokens, Bybit Web3 distills DeFi opportunities into one user-friendly interface. No external wallets, no gas tokens required—with only their Bybit UTA (Unified Trading Account) using USDT, USDC, SOL or bbSOL, users can explore on-chain trading and DeFi activities on Bybit Web3.

Bybit users can seamlessly navigate between the centralized exchange and Web3, directly trading the most sought-after on-chain assets include TUNA, PUMP, FRAG, Fartcoin, JLP, RAY, MOODENG, LetsBONK, TSLAx, MSTRx, SPYx, CRCLx and NVDAx on the Solana network.

Bybit Web3 Exclusive: Limited-Time Prize Pool

From now until September 7, 2025, eligible Bybit Web3 users can unlock a new prize pool of 200,000 USDT in two events:

  1. Task-Based Rewards: successful participants will earn Lucky Draw Tickets to unlock a 120,000 USDT prize pool; simple tasks include making the first Web3 trade in any amount.
  2. Performance-Based Competition: more confident Web3 traders can compete for top spots in the leaderboards by volume, for a chance to win up to 80,000 USDT.

Rewards are distributed on a first come, first served basis. Terms and conditions apply.

Bybit Web3 fuses the potential of Web3 and the convenience of the centralized experience, offering users the flexibility and support in an innovative model. With more features such as on-chain and off-chain arbitrage opportunities on the roadmap, getting ahead on-chain has never been easier.

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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CODIT Showcases AI-Powered Policy Agent at APEC Digital & AI Forum

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– Launches AI-driven policy dashboard for government and industry leaders from 21 APEC economies
– Set to present digital transformation and AI collaboration strategies at APEC Dialogue on August 12

SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CODIT, an AI-powered legal and policy intelligence platform, participated in the corporate exhibition at the APEC 2025 Digital & AI Forum held on August 5 in Songdo, Incheon. During the forum, the company presented its real-time policy monitoring platform designed to improve access to timely and accurate regulatory intelligence.

The forum, held as an official side event of the APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting, convened government and industry leaders from all 21 APEC member economies. At its exhibition booth, CODIT introduced its dynamic dashboard that curates and summarizes policy developments related to core forum themes, including artificial intelligence and digital transformation.

The platform attracted significant attention from policymakers and ICT experts across the region. Korea’s Minister of Science and ICT, Bae Kyung-hoon, visited the booth to explore the platform firsthand. Attendees noted that in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment like Korea’s, having concise policy updates available in English significantly enhances accessibility and practical usability for global stakeholders. The AI-powered dashboard’s ability to automatically classify and summarize legislation, press releases, and news articles based on user-defined topics, was particularly well received.

CODIT currently provides policy response support services built on Korea’s largest policy data coverage and proprietary AI summarization engine. In the second half of this year, the company plans to launch Chat CODIT, an interactive AI agent that enables real-time Q&A on policy information across major jurisdictions, including Korea and the United States.

“It was truly meaningful to receive direct feedback from policymakers who recognized CODIT as a practical solution for real-world policy response.” said Ji Eun Chung, CEO of CODIT. “As digital environments evolve at unprecedented speed, the ability to deliver cross-border policy insights with speed and accuracy has never been greater. CODIT will continue to grow as a global platform that empowers better, faster policy decisions.”

CODIT is also scheduled to speak at the upcoming APEC Public-Private Dialogue on August 12, where it will share strategic perspectives on digital transformation and AI cooperation. As APEC advances its regional agenda on AI collaboration, the session will highlight how AI-powered policy platforms can help build a more inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem.

Ji-eun Chung, CEO of CODIT, presents the company's policy monitoring platform to the Minister of Science and ICT and other high-level delegates at the APEC forum
Ji-eun Chung, CEO of CODIT, presents the company’s policy monitoring platform to the Minister of Science and ICT and other high-level delegates at the APEC forum

 

Career-switching professionals, twins and trailblazers: Duke-NUS’ Class of 2029 redefines path to medicine

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  • 78 students embark on their journey to become doctors at Duke-NUS Medical School’s 19th White Coat Ceremony
  • 46 individuals have made the shift from other careers into medicine, including a lawyer with experience as a yoga coach, a software engineer and professionals from diverse paths, underscoring Duke-NUS’ distinct positioning as Singapore’s only graduate-entry medical school
  • For the first time, twin sisters enter the MD programme together

SINGAPORE, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new chapter in Singapore’s healthcare story began today as 78 aspiring doctors from Duke-NUS Medical School’s 19th Doctor of Medicine (MD) cohort donned their white coats and recited the Hippocratic Oath, committing themselves to a future of medical excellence, professionalism and a lifelong service of healing.

Aspiring doctors from Duke-NUS’ Class of 2029 celebrate the beginning of their healthcare journey // Image Credit: Duke-NUS Medical School
Aspiring doctors from Duke-NUS’ Class of 2029 celebrate the beginning of their healthcare journey // Image Credit: Duke-NUS Medical School

Duke-NUS’ Class of 2029 reflects the School’s bold and purposeful cultivation of medical talent—by welcoming individuals from a wide spectrum of academic and professional backgrounds.

This year’s students range in age from 22 to 33 and include 46 early-to-mid-career professionals who have switched paths to pursue medicine. Forming the School’s largest batch of career-pivoting individuals, they bring with them rich perspectives from fields such as law, software engineering and economics. Also represented are fresh graduates from universities worldwide, as well as seven students admitted through Duke-NUS’ conditional pathways in partnership with Singapore’s top universities.

Professor Thomas Coffman, Dean of Duke-NUS, said:

“Duke-NUS was founded to reimagine how medical talent is developed in Singapore. By welcoming students with many academic backgrounds and life experiences, we bring together diverse minds united by a shared purpose—to serve, to heal and to improve health for generations to come. The White Coat Ceremony reflects our shared commitment for our students to become competent and compassionate doctors who may also contribute to medicine as scientists, educators, policy makers, innovators and future healthcare leaders.”

Along with their undergraduate degrees in a variety of fields, six members of the Class of 2029 hold Master’s degrees and one has attained a PhD prior to joining the programme.  

Among the incoming students is Ms Seah Xue Er, Cheryl, 33, a former senior counsel with J. P. Morgan and a private legal practitioner with a decade of experience in law.

Ms Seah, who has also taught yoga part-time, believes in competency and in being compassionate when caring for her patients.

“I want to be a doctor who is hands-on, passionate and relentless in advocating for the best outcome for every patient. I would be someone who perseveres in the duty I have undertaken to provide the best care, treatment and recovery solution for them,” she said.

Another student, Ms Tania Chattopadhyay, 30, left a career in software engineering to pursue medicine—a dream she had wanted to fulfil since being inspired by her father’s battle with a heart disorder.  

Now a mother, she is committed to engineering preventive health solutions in cardiovascular and metabolomic disorders treatment.

“I believe many conditions can be detected early or even prevented altogether with the right tools, education and systems in place. I want to work on solutions that empower patients to take charge of their health and make care more proactive and effective,” she said.

This intake also includes the School’s first pair of twin sisters, Ms Shruthi Kumar and Ms Swathi Kumar, 23, who studied psychology and engineering respectively and share a passion for healing.

 “Taking the next step into medicine together feels incredibly special—not just as a personal milestone but as a shared dream we’ve nurtured side by side,” said Ms Shruthi Kumar, with Ms Swathi Kumar adding: “We’ve always challenged and supported each other, and now, we’re excited to approach learning with different viewpoints and to bring our different strengths to medicine, together.”

Mr Tang Zheng Yang Tony, 24, an English Literature graduate who joined Duke-NUS via a conditional admissions pathway from Yale-NUS College, believes that medicine and literature are “two sides of the same coin” that illuminate the complexities of human life. He hopes to draw from the empathy and introspection instilled in him by his humanities training to offer holistic care as a clinician.

“I have been blessed with many knowledgeable professors and a wealth of reading material that enliven me not just in an aesthetic sense, but also philosophically and spiritually, forming an important ‘human’ foundation for the medical profession,” said Mr Tang, a recipient of the Duke-NUS Dean’s Scholarship.

The Class of 2029 includes 57 Singaporeans, four permanent residents and 17 international students from countries including China, the United States, the Philippines and India. All students will also undergo most of their clinical training at SingHealth institutions and graduate with an MD degree jointly awarded by Duke University and the National University of Singapore.

Duke-NUS is the only graduate-entry medical school in Singapore. Its MD curriculum—rooted in research and team-based learning—caters to students who bring maturity, purpose and diverse experiences to medicine.

About Duke-NUS Medical School
Duke-NUS is Singapore’s flagship graduate entry medical school, established in 2005 with a strategic, government-led partnership between two world-class institutions: Duke University School of Medicine and the National University of Singapore (NUS). Through an innovative curriculum, students at Duke-NUS are nurtured to become multi-faceted ‘Clinicians Plus’ poised to steer the healthcare and biomedical ecosystem in Singapore and beyond. A leader in ground-breaking research and translational innovation, Duke-NUS has gained international renown through its five Signature Research Programmes and ten Centres. The enduring impact of its discoveries is amplified by its successful Academic Medicine partnership with Singapore Health Services (SingHealth), Singapore’s largest healthcare group. This strategic alliance has led to the creation of 15 Academic Clinical Programmes, which harness multi-disciplinary research and education to transform medicine and improve lives.   

For more information, please visit www.duke-nus.edu.sg 

UnionPay International Launches Exclusive Promotion with InterContinental Hotels Group for Global Visitors to China

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SHANGHAI, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UnionPay International (“UPI” or “the Company”), a global leader in payment solutions, has announced an exclusive promotion in partnership with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) offering an instant discount of up to 15% in China for global UnionPay credit cardholders. A total of over 500 designated hotels in Chinese mainland that support UnionPay online payment are included in the offer, aimed at enhancing the travel payment experience for international UnionPay cardholders.

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is a globally leading international hotel management company with over 20 hotel brands. Its luxury and lifestyle hotel brands participating in this promotion include Six Senses Hotels, Resorts & Spas, Regent Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, and Hotel Indigo. Premium hotel brands include Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts, EVEN Hotels, and voco hotels. Mid-to-upscale brands include Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express. In Chinese mainland IHG operates over 800 hotels, with more than 530 now supporting UnionPay online payments and participating in this promotion.

Between June 10 and October 31, 2025, cardholders using UnionPay credit cards issued outside Chinese mainland can enjoy instant hotel discounts when booking eligible properties in Chinese mainland through the official InterContinental Hotels website or IHG One Rewards Mobile App, where UnionPay online payment is accepted at the checkout. Customers using UnionPay credit cards issued in South Korea or UnionPay SplendorPlus Credit Cards will receive 15% off, up to 400 RMB. Those using other UnionPay credit cards issued overseas will receive 10% off, up to 200 RMB.

UnionPay’s extensive network ensures wide coverage in China, with near-universal acceptance at ATMs and mainstream merchants. More than 200 million UnionPay cards have been issued in 83 countries and regions outside the Chinese mainland, allowing international visitors to benefit from real-time currency conversion without excessive fees. Many popular mobile wallets abroad support UnionPay QR codes, enabling hassle-free in-store payments—no additional apps required. Travelers can also link their overseas-issued UnionPay cards to Alipay or WeChat Pay, enjoying promotional discounts with zero extra fees.

As part of its continued development, UnionPay introduced SplendorPlus, a new card product tailored to international visitors to China last year. The SplendorPlus card comes with a suite of core benefits, including domestic airport privileges, access to popular tourist attractions, cultural and artistic experiences, local culinary perks, and 1% cashback on spending in Chinese mainland. To date, UnionPay International has partnered with 56 institutions across 20 overseas markets to launch or sign agreements for the SplendorPlus program, covering over 10 million cards.

About InterContinental Hotels Group

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is a globally leading international hotel management company with over 20 hotel brands, operating more than 6,000 hotels across 110 countries and regions. Its luxury and lifestyle hotel brands include Six Senses Hotels, Resorts & Spas, Regent Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Vignette Collection, and Hotel Indigo. Premium hotel brands include Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts, HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts, EVEN Hotels, and voco hotels. Mid-to-upscale brands include Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express. In Chinese mainland, IHG operates over 800 hotels, with more than 500 hotels now supporting UnionPay online payments and participating in the above promotion.

About UnionPay International

UnionPay International (UPI) is focused on the growth and support of UnionPay’s global business. Working with over 2,600 partners worldwide, UPI enables card acceptance in 183 countries and regions with issuance in 84 countries and regions. UnionPay International provides high quality, cost effective and secure cross-border payment services to the world’s largest cardholder base and ensures convenient local services to a growing number of global UnionPay cardholders and merchants.

OPPO Celebrates SG60 with Local Communities, Inspiring Singaporeans to Reconnect Through Creativity and Technology

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 August 2025 – In celebration of Singapore’s 60th birthday, OPPO Singapore has launched its vibrant SG60 campaign, a multi-dimensional initiative designed to honour this milestone through youth creativity, technology, and community engagement.

OPPO Lumo

As a flagship component of the campaign and part of the OPPO LUMO Photography Awards 2025, OPPO has proudly invited local photography community to capture the nation’s unique spirit under the theme “Super Every Singapore Moment.” This initiative invites Singaporeans to capture and celebrate the spirit of the nation through the lens of their smartphones.

A social video was later created to celebrate SG60, highlighting how camera technology can empower creative expression and bridge connections with local creative communities. Featuring local celebrity Romeo Tan, the video highlights the works of 20 photography enthusiasts whose images reflect everyday beauty, diversity, and spirit of Singapore. More than just a tribute, the video serves as a visual letter to the nation, crafted through the collective lens of local talent. These powerful visuals not only demonstrate the professional-grade imaging capabilities of OPPO smartphones but also show the role of technology in enabling authentic storytelling. The photos document authentic, heartfelt moments that reflect everyday life in Singapore, from bustling coffee shops and quiet HDB corners to national landmarks and cultural celebrations.

Singaporeans are still encouraged participate in the OPPO LUMO Photography Awards 2025 and submit their entries from now until October 15, 2025, via the official contest platform. Winners can also stand a chance to win up to USD$5,000, and have their work exhibited globally.

Simultaneously, OPPO has partnered with Nanyang Technological University (NTU) veNTUre programme to launch the youth-driven “OPPO Creative Studio,” jointly organised with NTU’s Career & Attachment Office. This initiative equips students with industry insights, strategic marketing guidance, and potential internship opportunities while challenging them with a core question: “What does SG60 mean to you?” More than just a problem statement, this challenge taps into a deeper campaign focus, inspiring the younger generation to feel more connected to their country using OPPO smartphones.

In today’s networked world, young people in Singapore are constantly surrounded by global content. While this brings inspiration, it can also dilute local connections and cultural roots. OPPO Singapore leverages SG60 as an opportunity for students to pause and reflect, encouraging the younger generation to reconnect with their roots, reignite a sense of national pride, and rediscover the stories, voices, and visuals that resonate as home.

Students are encouraged to explore and express their reflections on nationhood using the newly launched OPPO Reno14 Pro. With OPPO’s next-generation AI imaging engine, students capture Singapore’s vibrant cityscape and everyday moments, sharing diverse interpretations of the nation’s 60th birthday. As part of the creative campaign, students have created a dedicated Instagram account, @FromThenToNowSG60, to foster social interaction and community engagement. All photos have been uploaded to this account, encouraging more Singaporeans to join in by capturing and sharing their own moments to reflect the old and new of Singapore. This collective digital gallery invites the public to reflect, engage, and celebrate SG60 through the eyes of Singapore’s next generation.

Through both the local photo contest and the OPPO x NTU veNTUre collaboration, the SG60 campaign reflects OPPO’s long-standing commitment to empowering local communities through technology, creativity, and culture. This aligns with OPPO’s brand mission to inspire people to ‘Make your moment’ by capturing meaningful experiences with the help of innovative technology.

“SG60 marks a significant milestone in Singapore’s history and is one of the nation’s most anticipated celebrations. In honour of this occasion, OPPO is proud to collaborate with local photography enthusiasts and emerging young talents to co-create meaningful content that celebrates the spirit of the nation. By encouraging individuals to capture the beauty around them, OPPO reaffirms its commitment to empowering Singaporeans with a platform to express their creativity and commemorate this momentous day.” Said Dylan Yu, Marketing Director of OPPO Singapore.

Looking ahead, OPPO will continue to localise marketing efforts, support community-led storytelling, and invest in technological innovation to engage Singaporean consumers more deeply. As Singapore reflects on 60 years of nation-building, OPPO’s SG60 campaign marks a new chapter where the stories of tomorrow are written by the voices of today.

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About OPPO

OPPO is a leading global smart device brand. Since the launch of its first mobile phone – “Smiley Face” – in 2008, OPPO has been in relentless pursuit of the perfect synergy of aesthetic satisfaction and innovative technology. Today, OPPO provides a wide range of smart devices spearheaded by the Find X and Reno series. Beyond devices, OPPO also provides its users with ColorOS operating system and internet services such as OPPO Cloud and OPPO+. OPPO has footprints in more than 60 countries and regions, with more than 40,000 employees dedicated to creating a better life for customers around the world.

Dusit International expands Saudi portfolio with new dusitD2 resort in Al Ahsa

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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 August 2025 – Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Al Ghadeer Group to operate dusitD2 Al Ahsa – a new upper-upscale resort in the heart of Al Ahsa Oasis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the eastern part of the Arabian Peninsula.

The signing ceremony was held under the esteemed patronage of HRH Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr Al Saud, Governor of Al Ahsa. Pictured (from left): Mr Shadi El Ghoneimi and Mr Omar El Ghoneimi, El Ghoneimi Architects; Mr Elias Maalouf, AVP Technical Services & Development – EMEA, Dusit International; Sheikh Bassem Al Ghadeer – Chairman Al Ghadeer Group; HRH Prince Saud bin Talal Al Saud, Governor of Al Ahsa Province; Mr Naif Al Madi, Chief Business Officer, Tourism Development Fund; Mr Ossama Al Hattami, VP – Hospitality, Dusit Saudi; Mr Gilles Cretallaz, Chief Operating Officer, Dusit International; and Mr Khaled Al Hattami, Chief Executive Officer, Dusit Saudi.
The signing ceremony was held under the esteemed patronage of HRH Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr Al Saud, Governor of Al Ahsa. Pictured (from left): Mr Shadi El Ghoneimi and Mr Omar El Ghoneimi, El Ghoneimi Architects; Mr Elias Maalouf, AVP Technical Services & Development – EMEA, Dusit International; Sheikh Bassem Al Ghadeer – Chairman Al Ghadeer Group; HRH Prince Saud bin Talal Al Saud, Governor of Al Ahsa Province; Mr Naif Al Madi, Chief Business Officer, Tourism Development Fund; Mr Ossama Al Hattami, VP – Hospitality, Dusit Saudi; Mr Gilles Cretallaz, Chief Operating Officer, Dusit International; and Mr Khaled Al Hattami, Chief Executive Officer, Dusit Saudi.

The signing ceremony, held under the esteemed patronage of HRH Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr Al Saud, Governor of Al Ahsa, was attended by notable dignitaries including Mr Naif Al Madi, Chief Business Officer of the Tourism Development Fund; Sheikh Bassem Al Ghadeer, Chairman of Al Ghadeer Group of Companies; and Mr Gilles Cretallaz, Chief Operating Officer of Dusit International.

Located just 30 minutes by car from Al Ahsa International Airport and 90 minutes from Dammam, dusitD2 Al Ahsa is set amidst palm-fringed landscapes and dramatic mountain vistas. The resort will offer 120 spacious suites, ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedroom configurations, each with a private terrace and plunge pool, providing an elevated sense of privacy and relaxation.

Designed by Cairo-based El Ghoneimi Architects, the resort’s masterplan draws inspiration from the desert’s timeless beauty, the nearby mountains, and the life-giving symbolism of the palm tree.

Guests will enjoy a comprehensive range of premium facilities, including a wellness centre with private treatment rooms, meditation areas, and dedicated spaces for yoga and holistic healing; an elegant 1,500 sq m ballroom and expansive outdoor event lawn for weddings and large social or corporate gatherings; well-equipped meeting rooms for business travellers; a vibrant all-day dining restaurant; a lobby café offering light gourmet fare; a large outdoor swimming pool with an adjoining kids’ pool; and a dedicated kids club providing engaging activities in a safe and stimulating environment.

Surrounded by cultural and ecological treasures such as Al Qarah Mountain, Juatha Park, and the historic Qaisariah Souq, the resort is ideally positioned to serve as a gateway for domestic and international travellers seeking meaningful experiences and immersive stays amid the largest oasis in the world.

“This important signing reflects our strategic commitment to bringing Dusit’s unique brand of Thai-inspired, gracious hospitality to key destinations worldwide and our dedication to delivering sustainable value for the communities we serve,” said Mr Gilles Cretallaz, Chief Operating Officer, Dusit International. “We are delighted to partner with Al Ghadeer Group to create a destination that celebrates Al Ahsa’s rich heritage and natural beauty while offering exceptional comfort, modern luxury, responsible design, and memorable experiences for guests of all ages.”

Set to open in 2027, dusitD2 Al Ahsa underscores Dusit International’s continued expansion in the Middle East, where the company currently operates nine properties and continues to explore opportunities to deliver holistic hospitality experiences across the region. It is the second Dusit-branded property confirmed for Saudi Arabia, following the upcoming opening of Dusit Princess Al Majma’ah, Riyadh, scheduled for Q4 this year.
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