MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 June 2026 – VinFast today announced its first appearance at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), showcasing a comprehensive electric vehicle ecosystem that integrates EVs, charging infrastructure, transportation services, and ownership solutions. Headlined by the new Rentapasada program, VinFast’s participation demonstrates how this connected ecosystem can make EV adoption more accessible and practical for Filipino consumers while supporting the country’s transition to a greener future.
VinFast made its first appearance at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), showcasing its comprehensive EV ecosystem, including electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, green mobility services, and flexible ownership solutions.
Taking place from June 4 to 7 in Metro Manila, the biennial PIMS is one of the Philippines’ leading automotive exhibitions, bringing together major local and international automotive brands to showcase new products, technologies, and mobility solutions. This year’s edition features around 150 vehicles, approximately half of which are electrified models, reflecting the industry’s accelerating shift toward sustainable mobility.
At PIMS 2026, the show’s 10th edition since its launch in 2006, VinFast will bring its integrated EV ecosystem to life through a 240-sqm exhibition space. Visitors can explore the Company’s growing portfolio of electric vehicles, including the VF 3, VF 6, VF 7, and VF 9, alongside the service-focused Herio Green and Limo Green models, while also discovering V-Green’s smart charging solutions and Green GSM’s transportation services.
At the center of VinFast’s showcase is the launch of Rentapasada program, which enables participants to access VinFast electric vehicles through flexible rental arrangements and start earning on the Green GSM platform with a low upfront deposit, long-term contracts, and competitive fixed daily rates starting from just PHP 1,000. By reducing upfront costs and ownership barriers, the program expands access to electric mobility while creating new income-generating opportunities for Filipino drivers.
Rentapasada reflects VinFast’s broader vision of making EVs relevant not only as a transportation solution, but also as an economic opportunity. Together with Green GSM and V-Green, the program forms part of a connected ecosystem designed to address key barriers to EV adoption.
Alongside Rentapasada, VinFast is presenting one of the most comprehensive EV lineups at PIMS 2026, led by the VF MPV 7, a spacious electric MPV designed to meet the evolving needs of modern Filipino families. To mark the occasion, VinFast is offering a special promotional program for the first 1,000 VF MPV 7 customers, with direct purchase incentives of over PHP 27,000 for purchases with battery included, or up to one year of free battery subscription for customers who opt for the battery subscription model.
These promotional offers complement a broader package of ownership benefits available across the VinFast lineup. Customers who purchase VinFast electric vehicles can enjoy complimentary charging at V-Green charging stations until March 31, 2029, helping reduce long-term operating costs while enhancing ownership confidence. Eligible customers may also choose to convert this charging benefit into a one-year complimentary battery subscription package, providing greater flexibility based on their individual driving needs.
Mr. Antonio “Toti” Zara III, CEO for VinFast Southeast Asia, said: “Our participation at the Philippine International Motor Show 2026 reflects VinFast’s long-term commitment to accelerating electric vehicle adoption in the Philippines. As the market continues to evolve, we recognize that customers are looking beyond the vehicle itself and are placing greater importance on the overall ownership experience. By showcasing our complete ecosystem—from our EV lineup and charging infrastructure to flexible mobility programs and after-sales support—we demonstrated our capability and strength in making electric mobility more practical and accessible for Filipino consumers.”
As the Philippine EV market continues to develop, VinFast remains committed to building a comprehensive ecosystem that supports consumers throughout every stage of the ownership journey while helping accelerate the country’s transition toward sustainable mobility. By bringing together a diverse electric vehicle lineup, charging infrastructure, mobility services, ownership incentives, and income-generating opportunities within a single connected ecosystem, VinFast is demonstrating how the future of transportation can be more accessible, practical, and sustainable for communities across the Philippines.
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About VinFast
VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-buses.
VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through the rapid expansion of its global distribution and dealership network and increasing manufacturing capacity, with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
HEFEI, China, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the globally leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, unveiled its next-generation residential energy storage solution, expanding its power range from 5 kW to 12 kW with the introduction of the new MG12RL hybrid inverter.
Sungrow Expands Residential ESS Portfolio with Next-Gen Solution for Reliable Backup Power
More Flexibility to Support Different Household Needs
Designed for both solar self-consumption and backup power applications, Sungrow’s residential ESS solution supports a wide range of deployment scenarios, allowing homeowners to tailor their energy strategy according to their preferences and requirements. The solution features the MGRL series hybrid inverter, scalable from 5 kW to 96 kW through parallel operation, and supports flexible battery options including the MGL060, MBL050, MBL120, and MBL160, covering capacities from 5 kWh to 16 kWh and expandable up to 320 kWh for larger residential energy needs.
More Solar Generation, Greater Energy Value
To maximize solar self-consumption and improve overall energy efficiency, the system supports up to 200% PV oversizing capability and 160% maximum output capacity, helping households capture more solar energy throughout the day. Supporting up to 20A input current, the solution is compatible with most mainstream PV modules, providing greater flexibility for both new installations and retrofit projects. Built for demanding climates, the system maintains full power output at ambient temperatures up to 45°C, helping ensure stable solar generation during periods of peak daytime demand. The solution also integrates Sungrow’s patented PID ZERO® technology, which actively mitigates PID effects without disconnecting from the grid, helping preserve long-term PV performance and energy yield.
Reliable Backup and Smarter Energy Management
To strengthen household energy resilience, the system switches to off-grid mode within just 4 milliseconds, enabling seamless backup power during grid outages. The solution also delivers up to 200% overload output for 10 seconds* to support the startup and stable operation of essential household appliances. For easier operation and maintenance, the system features a 4.3-inch full-color touchscreen for intuitive local commissioning and supports setup in less than 30 seconds without internet access. Through the iSolarCloud platform, users can conveniently manage system settings, enabling smarter and more efficient energy management.
“We’ve received very positive feedback from installers regarding the MGRL series,” said JC Carlos, CEO of Evolve Solar in the Philippines. “The plug-and-play design simplifies installation and helps reduce installation errors, while the overall build quality and product design are highly appreciated. Installers are also impressed by the system’s power generation performance, especially its ability to maximize solar harvest even in the Philippines’ hot climate conditions.”
As residential energy needs continue to evolve, Sungrow remains committed to delivering intelligent and future-ready energy solutions that help homeowners maximize solar value, strengthen energy resilience, and achieve greater energy independence.
*The MG12RL supports up to 170% overload output for 10 seconds.
About Sungrow
Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 29 years. As of Dec 2025, Sungrow has installed over 1000 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 experiences. 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/en
SINGAPORE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has revealed that Thai travelers are prioritizing family-friendly destinations for the 2026 summer holidays, focusing on places that combine world-famous attractions with a safe, easy-to-navigate environment.
The insights are based on accommodation searches on Agoda from 1 January to 30 April 2026 for stays between 19 June and 24 August 2026, which aligns with the school summer break for students in Thailand’s international school system. Tokyo, Singapore, and Osaka topped the list as the most searched destinations, offering a strong mix of family entertainment, educational experiences, and peace of mind for parents. These trips aren’t just about fun; they’re also a chance for kids to learn through real-world experiences, while parents enjoy a holiday that works for every age group.
The findings were based on accommodation searches including at least one child, highlighting how families are increasingly choosing trips that balance entertainment, convenience, and activities for every age group. The data also showed that these destinations were among the most searched in 2025, pointing to their continued popularity with Thai family travelers. Hong Kong, however, saw a slight drop in search interest this year.
Leading the rankings once again in first position, Tokyo continues to appeal to Thai families with its balance of entertainment, culture, and convenience. Attractions such as Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea remain major highlights for families traveling with children, while the city’s efficient public transportation, diverse food scene, shopping districts, and cultural landmarks make it equally enjoyable for multi-generational travel, including elderly family members.
Singapore also maintained its position as one of the top three outbound summer destinations for Thai travelers. Known for its seamless transportation system, safety, and family-friendly environment, the city offers a wide range of attractions. Universal Studios Singapore and the S.E.A. Aquarium further enhance its appeal as a well-rounded destination for family travel. Meanwhile, senior travelers are attracted to the city’s accessibility, culinary experiences, green spaces, and relaxed urban lifestyle.
Osaka remained among the top-ranked destinations, driven by its reputation as a city known for world-class theme parks, entertainment districts, and a wide variety of attractions. Beyond its entertainment appeal, Osaka offers a diverse range of attractions including the world-renowned Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, along with convenient transportation, renowned local cuisine, and easy access to nearby cultural destinations such as Kyoto and Nara. The combination of modern attractions and traditional experiences continues to make the city highly appealing for family groups traveling across generations.
Destinations that combine diverse entertainment offerings such as theme parks, aquariums, and immersive interactive experiences continue to strongly appeal to Thai travelers. These destinations deliver a comprehensive holiday experience, fostering learning opportunities for children while encouraging meaningful family bonding through engaging, family-friendly activities in a single trip.
Akaporn Rodkong, Country Director, Thailand and Indochina at Agoda shared, “Family travel continues to be a key driver during the summer holiday season, especially among Thai families planning trips around their children’s school break. Destinations like Tokyo, Osaka, and Singapore remain highly appealing because they combine world-class theme parks with convenient travel access, diverse attractions, and experiences that cater to both children and adults. At Agoda, we are committed to helping people see the world for less, making these kinds of memorable family journeys more accessible to everyone.”
With over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda enables travelers to plan and combine every part of their journey in one place. The platform also offers ticket bookings for a wide range of attractions, including the destinations and experiences mentioned above, making it easy for travelers to plan a seamless trip. Discover more on Agoda’s mobile app or at Agoda.com.
Spearheading the Teeth Whitening Trend of “Bright Smile with A Sip of Fine Tea” with the Exclusive Limited-Edition Drink “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam“
Unlock the Dental-Grade Bright Smile with Hydrogen Peroxide (HP) – Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^
HONG KONG, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Savor your daily cup of artisanal tea and flash a bright, confident smile simultaneously! Colgate Optic White®—Hong Kong’s No.1 Whitening Toothpaste Brand^^—has launched its first-ever crossover collaboration with Taiwan’s acclaimed premium tea boutique, Chicha San Chen. Driven by the core philosophy of “Bright Smile with A Sip of Fine Tea” and powered by Hydrogen Peroxide (HP), Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^—the two brands have joined forces to unveil the “Dental-Grade Teeth Whitening Lab.” From June 5, 2026 until July 4, 2026, all 17 Chicha San Chen branches across Hong Kong will simultaneously launch the exclusive, limited-edition special drink, “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam.” Under the protective shield of Colgate Optic White®‘s dental-grade teeth whitening, tea lovers can now fully indulge in premium brews without compromise, effortlessly maintaining a bright, dental-grade smile.
Say Goodbye to Tea Stain Dilemmas! Elevating Your “Bright Smile with A Sip of Fine Tea” with Dental-grade Teeth Whitening Powered by Hydrogen Peroxide^
Colgate Optic White® deeply understands Hong Kong urbanites’ passion for artisanal tea culture, while remaining fiercely dedicated to safeguarding a dental-grade aesthetic for their teeth. To shatter the age-old dilemma between enjoying premium tea and battling stubborn tea stains, Colgate Optic White® professional whitening toothpaste series is formulated with Hydrogen Peroxide (HP)—Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^—safeguarding bright smiles with its profound dental-grade strength.
Taking center stage is the hero product “Colgate Optic White® Pro Series Whitening Toothpaste”, which is formulated with 5% of Hydrogen Peroxide (HP)—Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^. HP penetrates deep into the enamel to break down years of dark, stubborn tea stains from the inside out, while creating a long-lasting protective barrier against new stains. This empowers tea enthusiasts to indulge without the compromise of stain worries. Through their daily professional oral care routine, users can effortlessly lock in a dental-grade bright smile and fully unlock the luminous aesthetic of “Bright Smile with A Sip of Fine Tea.”
Exclusively Presenting the Limited-Edition Crossover Drink “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam”: Visualizing the Concept of “Dental-Grade Whitening” Through the Ultimate Layered Aesthetic
To perfectly visualize the “teeth whitening and brightening” concept of the Colgate Optic White® professional whitening toothpaste series, Chicha San Chen has meticulously crafted an exclusive, limited-edition drink: “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam” (Priced at HK$43, available as an iced drink only). Through an exquisite layered tea aesthetic, it masterfully mirrors the stain-removal and stain-prevention concepts of Hydrogen Peroxide (HP)—Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^.
Top Layer | The “Ultimate Whitening Barrier”: Featuring Chicha San Chen‘s first-ever, uniquely crafted sea salt mist foam, this rich, white foam layer represents a protective shield. It visually demonstrates how the whitening toothpaste builds a long-lasting, anti-stain defense network on the tooth surface.
Middle Layer | The “Deep Clean Core”: Showcasing premium Pine Needle Green Tea imported directly from Taiwan—completely free of artificial fragrances and recipient of the highest honor at the prestigious ITI International Taste Institute Awards. This pure tea base symbolizes deep purification while leaving a naturally sweet, refreshing aftertaste.
Bottom Layer | The “Flawless, Bright Base”: Generously layered with pure-white, melt-with-your-mouth translucent konjac directly imported from Taiwan. High in fiber and low in calories, these konjac offer a delicate sweetness while visually simulating the look of a bright and confident smile.
A Dental-grade Takeover! Colgate Optic White® Transforms All 17 Chicha San Chen Branches into Immersive, Picture-Perfect Teeth Whitening Lab
Beyond the tailor-made exclusive limited-edition drink, Colgate Optic White® is extending its brand aesthetic to all 17 Chicha San Chen branches across Hong Kong. Leveraging its profound dental-grade teeth whitening strength, the brand has seamlessly integrated its professional whitening image into a premium, hand-crafted tea space. Adopting a bold, classic red-and-white palette as the main design theme, each branch prominently showcases authoritative declarations such as “Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^” — HP and “The Truth of Teeth Whitening.” Through highly modern visual lines, the stores perfectly orchestrate a sophisticated and immersive “Dental-Grade Whitening Teeth Whitening Lab” atmosphere. From ordering at the counter to relaxing in the seating area, shoppers will encounter meticulously designed tabletop displays at every touchpoint, showcasing an exclusive, refined aesthetic tailored for urbanites down to the finest detail.
Unlock the “Bright Smile with A Sip of Fine Tea”! Inviting the City to Experience Dental-grade Strength: 500 Complimentary Drinks of the Exclusive Limited-Edition “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam”
To reward tea enthusiasts, Colgate Optic White® and Chicha San Chen are rolling out an array of professional whitening surprises during the limited-time run of the “Dental-Grade Teeth Whitening Lab.” Shoppers who purchase the exclusive crossover drink, “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam,” will receive a complimentary full-sized Colgate Optic White® Pro Series Whitening Toothpaste (valued HK$119.9), featuring 5% concentration of “Hong Kong Dentists’ Most Preferred Whitening Ingredient^” — HP. This hero product perfectly manifests Colgate Optic White®‘s dental-grade strength, allowing the public to witness firsthand the power of erasing deep tea stains from the inside out. Furthermore, a purchase of any beverage at Chicha San Chen will come with an exclusive discount voucher for Colgate Optic White® designated whitening toothpastes—the series formulated with Hydrogen Peroxide (HP). This voucher is redeemable across major physical stores and online shops.
To transform the “Bright Smile with A Sip of Fine Tea” philosophy into an interactive shopper experience, the two brands will co-host a “Dental-Grade Teeth Whitening Lab” Pop-Up Activation from June 19 to June 25, 2026. The public is invited to visit 5 designated high-traffic branches across Hong Kong to unlock a bright smile and a complimentary exclusive limited drink through a simple three steps: the Hysan Place flagship store in Causeway Bay, 618 Shanghai Street in Mong Kok, MOKO in Mong Kok, Mikiki in San Po Kong, and Science Park in Shatin:
Follow official Instagram accounts: Follow both @chichasanchen.hk and @colgate.hongkong on Instagram
Savor Chicha San Chen tea: Purchase any Chicha San Chen beverage at one of the five designated branches mentioned above.
Capture the bright smile with Colgate Optic White®: Take a photo with any Colgate Optic White® signature red-themed element in-store, and upload it to social media with the designated hashtags (#Colgate #DentalGradeTeethWhiteningLab).
Upon completion and verification by store staff, participants will receive one complimentary cup of “Optic White Green Tea with Mist Foam” (valued at HK$43). A total of 500 drinks will be given away city-wide throughout the campaign period, capped at 100 drinks per designated branch on a first-come, first-served basis, while stocks last. Through this pop-up activation, Colgate Optic White® aims to provide citizens with a premium lifestyle experience where they can indulge in artisanal tea while experiencing the unmatched stain-fighting power of Hydrogen Peroxide (HP), effortlessly maintaining a dental-grade bright smile at all times.
Colgate Optic White® warmly invites all Hong Kong citizens to cast aside their tea-stain anxieties, savor the finest brews, and confidently unleash their brightest smiles!
Event Details: Colgate Optic White® x Chicha San Chen “Dental-Grade Teeth Whitening Lab”
Event Period: From 5th June to 4th July, 2026
Participating Branches: All 17 branches across Hong Kong
About Colgate-Palmolive Colgate-Palmolive is a global leader in household and personal care products, offering a wide range of products in oral care, personal care, home care, and pet nutrition. Colgate’s well-known brands are sold in over 200 countries and regions worldwide, including Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Suavitel, Hill’s Science Diet, Hill’s Prescription Diet, and Hill’s Ideal Balance.
^Based on the 2025 Hong Kong International Dental Expo And Symposium (HKIDEAS) survey, Hydrogen Peroxide (HP) is the top-ranked whitening ingredient preferred by the majority of responding dentists, dental therapists, and dental hygienists. The concentration of HP in Colgate’s whitening toothpaste differs from the actual concentration used in clinical settings
*Referring to Colgate Optic White Platinum Series Stainless and Express White Toothpaste. Compared to Colgate regular fluoride toothpaste. Brush twice daily, whitening results of 3 days
+Referring to Colgate Optic White Pro Series Hydrogen Peroxide 5% Whitening Toothpaste, based on the laboratory efficacy study vs. Colgate regular fluoride toothpaste
HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 June 2026 – The Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026 recently kicked off in Haikou, Hainan Province. During the event, Hainan unveiled its “Top 10 Calling Cards” to more than 300 representatives of international tour operators, showcasing the province’s unique cultural tourism appeal and its new landscape of opening-up and development.
Hainan unveils its “Top 10 Calling Cards” for international tour operators.
The “Night of Hainan” Tourism Reception Event served as a centerpiece of the Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026. Featuring immersive presentations, intangible cultural heritage song and dance performances, interactive experiences, and other diverse formats, the event offered a comprehensive showcase of Hainan’s rich and varied tourism resources. The lively and warm atmosphere was widely recognized and appreciated by Chinese and international guests in attendance.
During the event, Hainan unveiled its “Top 10 Calling Cards” to international tour operators, detailing the province’s core tourism advantages: the beautiful scenery and warm climate of this tropical island, a world-class ecological environment, highly favorable visa-free policies, profound historical and cultural heritage, world-renowned medical and wellness services, a globally famous shopping paradise, unique marine and sports tourism, imaginative space tourism, the dual-loop tourist highways linking mountains and sea, as well as a safe, high-value, and cost-effective travel experience.
A representative from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television, and Sports of Hainan Province stated that, as China’s only tropical island province, Hainan looks forward to partnering with international tour operators to serve as a gateway for international visitors, enabling “one-journey, multiple-destination” tours across China with Hainan as the hub.
Lina, a Belarusian international student and Hainan’s international tourism promoter, along with Yann, a Slovakian social media influencer, presented six themed travel routes covering the entire island of Hainan, featuring specialty offerings such as space study tours, coastal vacations, sports and wellness retreats, rainforest exploration, cultural leisure experiences, and mountain adventures.
Leveraging the policy dividends from the launch of special customs operations at the Hainan Free Trade Port, combined with multiple advantages such as visa-free access, open air rights, and offshore duty-free shopping, Hainan’s inbound tourism market has seen significant growth. According to official data, from January to May this year, Hainan received over 848,000 inbound visitors, a year-on-year increase of 51.6%. Currently, Hainan has established 46 tourism promotion offices worldwide, building a global promotion and cooperation network covering core source markets in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
“Hainan’s tourism resources are incredibly rich. It offers both international coastal resort facilities and unique rainforest culture, as well as the charm of Li and Miao ethnic traditions. It is exactly the kind of destination European tourists long for,” Gian Paolo Vairo, an Italian tour operator, said excitedly after negotiations. He noted that he has reached preliminary cooperation intentions with several Hainan companies and plans to quickly design and launch in-depth Hainan travel itineraries tailored to European tourists.
The attending international tour operators spoke highly of Hainan’s policy advantages, diverse tourism offerings, and continuously improving service quality, expressing their intention to develop and launch new Hainan tourism products. In the coming days, the attending guests will conduct in-depth field inspections across multiple cities and counties in Hainan, continuing to deepen cultural and tourism cooperation and jointly exploring Hainan’s international tourism market.
Hashtag: #HainanTour2026
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A picture of authorities detained 24 Chinese nationals allegedly linked to telecom scam activities on a rented villa in Xaythany District, Vientiane Capital on 3 June. (Photo by Lao Security News)
Authorities in Laos detained 73 foreign nationals suspected of involvement in telecom and online scam operations during two separate enforcement actions carried out in the first week of June, according to police reports.
The arrests took place in Vientiane Province and Vientiane Capital.
In Vientiane Province, police detained 49 foreign nationals during coordinated inspections conducted on 1 to 2 June. The operation targeted three locations in Vang Vieng, Keo Oudom, and Viengkham districts that authorities said were being used as bases for internet-related criminal activities and telecom fraud.
Those detained included citizens of China, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore. Authorities also seized passports, computers, mobile phones, and other electronic devices believed to have been used in the alleged operations. Police said the suspects have been transferred to relevant authorities for further investigation and legal proceedings.
In a separate operation on 3 June, police raided a rented villa in Xaythany District, Vientiane Capital, following reports of suspicious activity at the property. Authorities detained 24 Chinese nationals and confiscated electronic devices and other equipment allegedly linked to telecom scam activities.
Wider Anti-Scam Campaign
The latest arrests come amid a nationwide crackdown on online scams and cybercrime ordered by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone in late April, following a series of operations in May that resulted in the detention of more than 1,000 suspects across the country.
On 7 May, authorities transferred 605 suspects linked to alleged online fraud operations in Savannakhet province to authorities in Vientiane for further investigation.
Earlier raids on 11 and 12 May led to the arrest of 307 suspects, mostly Thai nationals, linked to alleged illegal online gambling activities. All were deported to Thailand on 21 May.
Meanwhile, in Bokeo, authorities arrested 230 suspects of six nationalities between 4 and 12 May.
A few days later, on 19 May, Bolikhamxay authorities detained 106 Thai nationals during raids on four locations, including a lottery company allegedly used as a front for illegal gambling operations.
On the same day in Vientiane, police arrested 88 suspected members of a telecommunications fraud network and seized thousands of mobile phones, more than 100 desktop computers, and two vehicles during the operation.
Police also dismantled a transnational telecommunications scam network in Vientiane’s Chanthabouly district on 26 May, arresting 27 suspects.
In the news release, Primax Advances AI Conference Solutions with Qualcomm-Powered Edge AI Platforms, issued 04-Jun-2026 by Primax Electronics over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that in the subheadline and first paragraph, the term “MDEP-ready development” should be removed. The complete, corrected release follows:
Primax Advances AI Conference Solutions with Qualcomm-Powered Edge AI Platforms
Combining AI video collaboration, professional audio expertise, and ODM+ integration to enable next-generation intelligent meeting spaces
TAIPEI, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Primax Electronics Ltd. (TWSE: 4915), a global leader in AI Sensor Fusion (AISF) technologies, is strengthening its AI conference solution capabilities for the next generation of intelligent meeting spaces. By combining Edge AI computing, video collaboration, professional audio design, installation-oriented expertise, and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. processor support, Primax Tymphany Group delivers an integrated development that helps customers build smarter, easier-to-deploy, and more scalable conferencing solutions for modern hybrid work environments.
As AI processing continues shifting from cloud to edge, demand is accelerating for conferencing solutions that deliver real-time intelligence, enhanced privacy, lower latency, and greater operational efficiency. Meeting environments are evolving beyond traditional audio and video capture toward room-level AI perception, intelligent framing, natural voice interaction, and seamless device management. This shift is creating stronger demand for solutions that combine high-performance computing with system integration expertise to deliver more immersive, responsive, and reliable meeting experiences. The Group addresses this need through its AI Sensor Fusion (AISF) architecture, integrating vision, audio, interaction, and Edge AI into a unified system framework.
At the core of the Group’s conference solution portfolio is a Qualcomm Dragonwing™ Q-7790 processor-based reference design platform for next-generation video collaboration and video bar applications. Leveraging the Dragonwing™ Q-7790 processor’s Edge AI computing capabilities, the platform integrates AI-driven video processing, multi-camera support, and advanced audio and system intelligence into a production-ready conferencing solution, helping customers shorten development cycles and accelerate time to market.
The solution is further strengthened by Tymphany’s deep experience in professional audio, acoustic design, and installation-oriented conferencing environments. This adds an important advantage for conference ecosystems, where room compatibility, sound performance, installation flexibility, and long-term system reliability directly shape the user experience.
Together with its ODM+ approach, the Group helps customers move from market needs and product direction to technology development, validation, manufacturing, and delivery — reducing development risk and further accelerating time to market.
Supported by the Group’s Mega Supplier capabilities, customers benefit from a vertically integrated ecosystem spanning vision modules, acoustic technologies, interface solutions, system integration, and global manufacturing resources. Within this structure, Qualcomm Technologies-based platforms provide a strong foundation for scalable Edge AI computing and long-term product deployment.
Looking ahead, the Group will continue to deepen collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies and global technology partners to advance AI-powered conferencing solutions, helping customers bring smarter and more scalable meeting experiences to market.
About Primax Tymphany Group
Primax Tymphany Group is a leading provider of AI Sensor Fusion (AISF) solutions, driven by deep expertise and strong vertical integration across vision, audio, interface, and edge AI. Through its ODM+ approach and Mega Supplier capabilities, the Group delivers scalable platforms and end-to-end solutions across applications including conferencing solutions, safety and security, automotive, PC peripherals, robotics, and wearable devices. Guided by its vision, “Bring Experience to Life,” the Group works closely with global partners to transform advanced technologies into smarter, more intuitive products and meaningful user experiences.
Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Qualcomm and Qualcomm Dragonwing are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated.
Kairos-HomeWorld is purpose built for embodied intelligence and represents the first unified framework capable of generating a complete, fully interactive home environment from a single text prompt. Extending indoor scene generation beyond individual rooms, it enables whole-home simulation in which every object is fully manipulable within an integrated simulation engine.
Kairos-HomeWorld employs a four-stage hierarchical architecture encompassing floorplan generation, 2D-to-3D lifting, recursive refinement, and manipulable object placement. This approach enables the production of globally coherent, physically accurate, and simulation-ready scenes. Each environment contains more than 15 manipulable objects and achieves a Footprint Object Density of 4.16, the highest among compared methods.
The accompanying open-source dataset is purpose-built for Chinese households, pairing 300,000 real residential floor plans with 5,000 fully furnished, simulation-ready homes and 50,000 physics-enabled interactive object assets. Already deployed in ACE ROBOTICS’ daily robot training, it significantly accelerates the simulation-to-reality transfer cycle.
SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 June 2026 – ACE ROBOTICS, in collaboration with the Multimedia Laboratory at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) and Shenzhen Loop Area Institute, today announced the open-source release of Kairos-HomeWorld, the industry’s first unified World Model framework capable of generating full home-scale, object-level interactive 3D environments from a single text prompt. The solution addresses longstanding limitations in indoor scene generation, which has typically been restricted to single-room outputs with weak global consistency and limited interactivity. Kairos-HomeWorld overcomes these constraints by delivering structurally coherent, physically plausible, and functionally complete residential environments. These high-fidelity, large-scale simulations provide a robust foundation for advancing embodied intelligence applications and accelerating real-world robot training.
The long-term vision for embodied intelligence is the home environment. However, residential settings are inherently diverse and highly personalized, requiring robots to be trained across a broad range of realistic and differentiated scenarios before they can reliably operate in even a single household. High-fidelity simulation offers the most practical pathway to achieving this at scale, yet existing approaches typically involve a trade-off: synthetic environments lack realism, while scanned real-world scenes offer limited interactivity. Kairos-HomeWorld, together with its accompanying dataset, is designed to bridge this gap, delivering both realistic and interactive environments within a unified framework.
A four-stage architecture for whole-home, object-level generation Conventional approaches to indoor scene generation remain constrained to single-room outputs, often exhibiting weak global consistency, frequent physical inaccuracies, and limited or no interactivity. Kairos-HomeWorld takes a fundamentally different approach. It decomposes whole-home generation into a structured, four-stage process, redefining the underlying architectural paradigm from the ground up.
Stage 1 — Floor Plan Generation. A K-D tree-based approach translates real-world floor plans into a hierarchical text representation that can be efficiently processed by large language models (LLMs). This method mitigates common issues in conventional layout generation, including room overlaps and fragmented topologies, resulting in more coherent and structurally consistent spatial configurations.
Stage 2 — 2D-to-3D Lifting & Furniture Layout Generation. A “top-down global initialization combined with a first-person detail walkthrough” approach anchors the process to the 3D building shell generated in Stage 1. This methodology mitigates the geometric drift commonly associated with conventional 2D-to-3D lifting techniques, enabling more stable and spatially consistent scene generation.
Stage 3 — Recursive Refinement. A fine-tuned vision-language model performs iterative validation and correction, automatically identifying and resolving physical inconsistencies, such as obstructed doorways or object collisions. This recursive process materially reduces spatial errors, achieving among the lowest reported furniture-collision rates in the industry.
Stage 4 — Manipulable Object Placement. A surface-centric placement algorithm assigns each object detailed physical properties, including material composition, density, friction, and structural support relationships. Each generated scene incorporates an average of more than 15 manipulable objects and achieves a Footprint Object Density (FOD) of 4.16, a metric reflecting the concentration of items across furniture surfaces. All objects are natively compatible with simulation engines, enabling direct interaction for tasks such as grasping, movement, and stacking.
The resulting environments move beyond “viewable but not actionable” outputs. Their coherent spatial structure enables seamless, continuous navigation across multiple rooms, while objects embedded with realistic physical properties allow robots to simulate complex household tasks end-to-end. Taken together, this approach addresses key limitations in existing data pipelines, resolving the scarcity of high-quality 3D simulation data, the lack of realism in synthetic environments, and the limited interactivity of scanned scenes within a single unified framework.
The dataset: 300,000 real floor plans, 5,000 fully interactive homes, built for Chinese households ACE ROBOTICS and CUHK are open-sourcing a dataset of 300,000 structurally annotated residential floor plans, sourced from real-world listings and processed through a multi-stage automated pipeline. The pipeline vectorizes and labels key spatial elements, including door and window positions, room geometry, functional zoning, and connectivity. By comparison, widely used benchmarks such as RPLAN and ResPlan contain approximately 80,000 and 17,000 floor plans, respectively, underscoring the scale and comprehensiveness of the Kairos-HomeWorld dataset.
Building on this foundation, the dataset also includes 5,000 fully furnished residential environments, each featuring a complete furniture layout and an average of more than 15 physics-enabled, manipulable objects, powered by the PhysX-Omni model. All assets are sim-ready and can be directly imported into a simulation engine, enabling immediate use in interactive training scenarios.
Most existing open indoor-scene datasets are centered on North American and European residential formats, typically featuring open-plan kitchens, the absence of service balconies, and layouts and design elements that capture only a narrow segment of global housing. As a result, robots trained on these datasets often exhibit limited transferability when deployed in environments outside their scope. Kairos-HomeWorld ‘s dataset is purpose-built for Chinese households, with deliberate coverage of historically under-represented housing typologies. It spans a wide range of unit sizes, from approximately 30 m² (around 320 sq ft) studio apartments to residences exceeding 200 m² (approximately 2,150 sq ft). The dataset accurately reflects key architectural features common in these settings, including north-south cross-ventilated layouts, enclosed kitchens, dedicated service balconies, wet-and-dry-separated bathrooms, and entryway storage, as well as the irregular room configurations often found in older housing stock.
The dataset is being openly released to both academic and industry communities. Going forward, the team plans to expand its scope to include additional regions, interior styles, and interaction scenarios, further lowering barriers to real-world-ready training for embodied intelligence.
See it in action: one prompt to a fully interactive home Kairos-HomeWorld runs the full end-to-end pipeline, from initial text input to a fully interactive home environment, delivering global spatial consistency, physical realism, and seamless interactivity from a single prompt.
The system begins with a single-line prompt: “Generate a 90 m² (approximately 970 sq ft) two-bedroom apartment in neo-Chinese style.” Leveraging real floor plan data and its K-D tree representation, Kairos-HomeWorld first constructs an empty spatial layout aligned with real-world living patterns, incorporating cross-ventilation and well-defined functional zoning. Building on this foundation, a hierarchical “global layout plus first-person detail” approach furnishes the environment with stylistic coherence, while a PhysX-Omni rendering pass assigns full physical properties to all surfaces and objects, including articulated behavior, ensuring the scene is fully interactive and sim-ready.
A single natural-language instruction, “tidy the whole home”, is decomposed by the robot into a variety of discrete sub-tasks, executed sequentially along a complete navigation path spanning the living room, bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, and dining area. The robot recognizes objects, plans efficient routes, and performs precise manipulation tasks, including articulated-object interactions for opening refrigerator and cabinet doors, fluid interactions for pouring laundry detergent, soft-body interactions for drawing curtains, irregular-object interactions for grasping apples, and gravity-based physical interactions for placing snacks.
Conventional simulation environments typically support navigation-focused training in isolation. By contrast, Kairos-HomeWorld integrates globally consistent spatial structures with objects that embody realistic physical properties. This enables robots to interact naturally with more than 15 object types, accurately modeling real-world dynamics such as collision, gravity, and friction, and to rehearse the full lifecycle of complex household tasks entirely within a virtual environment.
Across the industry, the same structural bottleneck, the scarcity of home-scale training data, is being addressed through multiple approaches. For example, Figure AI’s collaboration with Brookfield focuses on collecting human activity data across more than 100,000 residential units. Kairos-HomeWorld addresses this challenge through on-demand synthetic generation, delivering scalable training environments enhanced with object-level physical realism, capabilities that real-world data capture alone cannot fully provide.
In contrast, Kairos-HomeWorld delivers significantly lower costs and higher efficiency for household robot training. Powered by its world model, it can programmatically generate diverse Chinese home simulation scenes and physics-enabled interactive objects at scale.
Robots can complete a full range of household tasks training entirely within the virtual environment. New scene generation incurs near-zero marginal cost, eliminating substantial real-world testing expenses such as site operation and maintenance and furniture damage. Meanwhile, unconstrained by the limited stock of physical residential properties, it outperforms real-world data collection approaches in both training efficiency and scalable expansion.
Kairos-HomeWorld is already deployed in ACE ROBOTICS’ embodied intelligence training workflows, enabling full-pipeline simulation of long-horizon household tasks, including cross-room navigation and multi-room tidying. By allowing robots to rehearse complete task sequences in a virtual environment, the platform significantly shortens the simulation-to-reality transfer cycle. This approach lowers barriers to developing embodied intelligence systems and supports the accelerated, large-scale deployment of home robotics, particularly within the Chinese market. Kairos-HomeWorld is now available on GitHub.Hashtag: #ACEROBOTICS
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About ACE ROBOTICS
Equipping robots with intelligent “brains” and engaging “souls”.
ACE ROBOTICS is a pioneering robotics company dedicated to advancing the field of embodied intelligence. Through breakthrough technological innovations and deep insights into embodied intelligence scenarios, we aim to empower robots with the ability to autonomously understand and explore the physical world, thereby accelerating their commercial implementation.
The company pioneered the ACE R&D paradigm and built a vision-based “environmental data engine, real-world cognition, embodied interaction generalization” technology chain. Using full spatiotemporal and multi-perspective environmental capture as its engine, along with Kairos 3.0 – China’s first open-source and commercially applicable world model – plus the Embodied Foundation Model as its technical backbone, ACE ROBOTICS addresses core industry challenges such as data scarcity, common sense gaps, poor generalization, and limited versatility. Simultaneously, the company unveiled its flagship A1 Embodied Super Brain Module, accelerating the large-scale commercial deployment of embodied intelligence across diverse scenarios.
ACE ROBOTICS is both a technology pioneer and an ecosystem builder. Through strategic cooperation with top hardware manufacturers, cloud service providers, and vertical scenario partners, we have broken through the “model-hardware-scenario” industrial deadlock, providing standardized and customized solutions that are driving the development of China’s embodied intelligence industry.