Celebrate Raya with daily free shipping, exciting deals and cashback giveaways from Taobao

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taobao Malaysia is ushering in its first-ever sales campaign dedicated to the Ramadan and Raya season, offering Malaysian shoppers a golden opportunity to discover products that will make this festival truly special. Running throughout March, the month-long campaign features attractive promotions, daily free shipping vouchers, and a carefully curated selection of festive essentials, ensuring that Malaysians can prepare for the celebrations with ease.

Following the successful introduction of its English interface in September last year, Taobao Malaysia continues its commitment to making the platform more accessible to local users. The Raya campaign is slated to further enhance that experience, providing tailored shopping solutions and promotions that cater to the needs of diverse Malaysian consumers.

Jess Lew, Country Head of Taobao Malaysia, said, “We are thrilled to celebrate one of our country’s biggest festive moments together with our first-ever Raya campaign. We have prepared an abundance of promotions to make it easier and more rewarding for our customers to shop for their festive needs. With the successful implementation of the English interface, we can further enhance the shopping experience, ensuring that everyone can easily access the Taobao platform and shop effortlessly.”

Celebrating the Spirit of Raya with Special Promotions

Shoppers can kickstart their shopping spree on Taobao from 8PM on 3 March with the platform’s promotions. But that’s not all! Taobao has set three amazing promotional phases for different categories packed with thrilling deals to help everyone shop for their Raya essentials.

• Phase 1: Dapur Syawal Ceria (3 March 8PM – 8 March)

Special promotions on kitchenware such as cooking utensils, baking tools, dining essentials, organisers and storage solutions to help Malaysians prepare their homes for the festive season.

• Phase 2: Serikan Rumah untuk Raya & Balik Kampung Essentials (9 March – 22 March)

Special discounts on home décor, furniture, lighting, carpets and even travel essentials like suitcases for those heading back to their hometowns.

• Phase 3: Last Call Raya Sale (23 March – 31 March)

A final chance for shoppers to grab last-minute deals on all must-have Raya essentials before the celebrations begin.

On top of that, shoppers have the chance to grab a limited-time offer, and an RMB35 voucher (equivalent to RM21) to enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend required during this special promotion period.

For first-time Taobao shoppers, there are exciting deals for as low as RMB1 (equivalent to RM0.62) up for grabs, making the Raya campaign the perfect time to join the Taobao community. (Attached link for ¥1 New User Deals: https://intl.taobao.com/sk/01xkbhkBzLC)

Taobao Malaysia is also introducing the “Spend & Win Duit Raya” throughout the campaign to take this Raya promotion to the next level. Shoppers can stand a chance to win up to RMB50 (equivalent to RM30) Duit Raya every Wednesday in March at 12PM (5th, 12th, 19th, 26th) when they make a purchase, with 100 winners per day. The Duit Raya will be in the form of cashback amount, and it will be equivalent to the amount shoppers spend, capped at RMB50 (equivalent to RM30).

“We hope to build a more holistic shopping environment with the promise of delivering our biggest promotion in Malaysia ever. We believe Malaysians will be able to save more and enjoy more this festive season,” concluded Lew.

The Taobao app is available to download for FREE on both the Apple App Store and Google Play. For more details on Taobao Malaysia’s Raya promotion, please stay tuned for updates on the Taobao Malaysia Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X social media channels or visit the Taobao app.

* The platform rules will prevail over the specific promotion details.

About Taobao Malaysia

Taobao Malaysia aims to facilitate convenient shopping on Taobao and Tmall for consumers in Malaysia. Through the Taobao app, Malaysian shoppers can access billions of products, complete with logistics, payment and other services and offers tailored to their individual market needs. Taobao Malaysia is part of Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group.

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, has unveiled its expanded AI smartphone lineup under its “AI for All” product strategy. This includes the revolutionary true full-screen flagship smartphone nubia Z70 Ultra, the gaming-centric nubia Neo 3 series embracing the “Born to Win” concept, the photography-centric nubia Focus 2 series. The lineup also features more innovative devices that cater to gaming, photography, fashion and music enthusiasts. Additionally, ZTE showcased a lineup of World No.1 FWA & MBB solutions powered by AI, 5G-Advanced and Wi-Fi 7, demonstrating its global leadership with the No.1 market share for four consecutive years, according to the latest TSR report. 

A Bold Vision for “AI for All” through Strategic Global Partnerships

ZTE is committed to creating a Full-Scenario Intelligent Ecosystem with AI-driven multi-modal interactions and a full range of AI devices, connecting person, vehicle, and home ecosystems to ensure that every consumer can benefit from the efficiency, emotional resonance, and enhanced functional values brought by AI.

In the AI era, smartphones are evolving into a comprehensive intelligent platform that seamlessly integrates connectivity, interaction, services, and entertainment. “In cooperation with our global partners, we are committed to integrating world-leading AI capabilities under our AI OS framework,” said Ni Fei, SVP of ZTE, President of ZTE Mobile Devices. “By seamlessly connecting multi-modal architectures with advanced AI LLMs, we are transforming how users interact with smartphones. In overseas market, ZTE accelerates AI transformation with Google. All new nubia products will integrate Gemini, Google’s most capable AI model, combined with Google Cloud’s scalable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure.”

A special addition to ZTE’s AI ecosystem is its first-ever AI earphones nubia LiveFlip, designed for tasks like Knowledge Q&A, AI Travel & Ticket Booking, Real-Time AI Translate and more. Beyond functional enhancements, it offers companionship and emotional resonance through voice chat centered on AI smartphones, which makes AI smartphones that listen, understand, and care for users.

nubia Takes the World by Storm with a Focus on Gaming and Photography

Since expanding globally in 2024, ZTE has witnessed the overseas smartphone shipment surge by over 60%, marking notable market share gains across key regions such as Latin America, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Europe. nubia is accelerating its global expansion with AI-driven devices offerings, especially fueled by its gaming-centric and photography-centric product portfolio, as well as elevated product tiers, expansive sales channels, enriched ecosystem, and strengthened localized marketing efforts. All of this is happening while fostering the “Be yourself” brand mindset. nubia is now present in more than 30 countries and regions. 

The nubia Neo series, developed with esports enthusiasts in mind, is designed to deliver exceptional gaming experiences for everyone, powered by cutting-edge AI features like AI Companion Demi, AI Performance Engine NeoTurbo, new AI Game Space, AI Translate and AI Photography. It also boasts comprehensive hardware upgrades, such as unique dual gaming shoulder triggers, a 6000mAh large battery, and a dynamic esports design. Embracing the mission to empower gamers with the motto “Born to Win”, the nubia Neo 3 series perfectly suited for the new generation of self-fulfillment. 

nubia Z70 Ultra redefines smartphone photography with its revolutionary 1.5K true full-screen display and AI-driven photography enhancements. Featuring Neovision AI Photography system, this flagship offers unparalleled imaging performance for professional and casual photographers alike. Powered by Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform, a 6150mAh battery, and IP68/IP69 dustproof and waterproof ratings, it ensures an extraordinary user experience. 

nubia Neo 3 GT 5G starts at €299, while nubia Neo 3 5G is priced from €249. ZTE also introduces nubia Flip 2 5G, priced from €699, featuring a more durable hinge, a larger 3-inch external display, improved imaging capabilities, and extraordinary AI features such as AI Calling Translate, AI Conversation Translate, AI Wallpaper Generator, and the upcoming AI Pets. Product prices may vary based on specifications and regional markets. These products will be available worldwide, catering to the diverse needs of global consumers. 

For more information, please visit ZTE booth (3F30, Hall 3, Fira Gran Via) or explore: https://www.zte.com.cn/global/about/exhibition/mwc25.html

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TOKYO, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taiwan’s thriving startup ecosystem took center stage at Venture Café Global Gathering 2025, where the Digital Transformation Association (DTA) highlighted Taiwan’s leadership in sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation. Supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and industrial leaders, this premier global event brought together over 1,000 innovators, startups, policymakers, and academic and industry leaders from more than 80 countries to foster collaboration and cross-border partnerships.

DTA Leads Taiwan Delegation

DTA President Jen-Ran Chen led a Taiwan delegation of startups, investors, and industry leaders to engage in discussions on regional innovation and collaboration. The delegation also included Benjamin Jen, Managing Partner at GRC VC Fund and former President of the Taiwan MIT Alumni Club, and Benjamin Liao, Chairman of Forte Hotel Group and a core member of MIT REAP Team Hualien, both of whom are industry leaders fostering Taiwan’s innovation ecosystem for sustainable development.

Taiwan’s startup talent also took the spotlight at #Pitch2Tokyo, a global startup competition supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Among 17 international competitors, Dr. Roy Cheng, CEO of an ITRI-backed startup and MIT REAP Team Hualien’s entrepreneur representative, presented Harvest Defender, showcasing precision agriculture solutions leveraging Hualien’s organic farmlands.

Advancing Dialogue on Resilient & Sustainable Cities

At the Resilient & Sustainable Cities panel, DTA, in partnership with MIT REAP Team Hualien, emphasized Taiwan’s role as a leader in urban innovation and resilient technologies. The panel featured Fara Taraie, an urban design expert with experience in Japan and the UK, discussing best practices in sustainable city planning. Benjamin Liao, also Chair of PATA Taiwan, shared insights on sustainable tourism and hospitality development, while blockchain entrepreneur Harrison Goldsmith explored how innovative technologies drive sustainability and urban resilience.

Participating in the East Asia Innovation Panel

Further reinforcing Taiwan’s role in regional innovation, DTA Secretary-General Dr. Samantha Huang joined the East Asia Innovation Panel, where she discussed government-led innovation policies and startup ecosystem growth alongside Osamu Aruga, Director for Innovation Policy at Japan’s Cabinet Office, and Harim Chung, Director of the Tokyo Office at Korea SMEs and Startups Agency. The session, moderated by James Lee, Senior Manager of Global & Asia Innovation Advisory at CIC Tokyo, highlighted opportunities for regional collaboration in innovation-driven economies.

DTA’s Commitment to Global Innovation

As Taiwan’s leading industrial association for digital transformation, DTA, through its participation in Venture Café Global Gathering 2025, will continue to strengthen Taiwan’s global presence as a hub for social innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.

For more information about DTA, visit www.dta.tw.

TOKYO, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a display of global city strategy, the governors of Tokyo and Bangkok have lined up to tackle climate-linked natural disasters, an aging and shrinking population, and other challenges facing their bustling Asian megalopolises.

Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko and her Bangkok counterpart Chadchart Sittipunt signed a joint communiqué when they met for about an hour at the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration building on February 6, the second day of Ms. Koike’s three-day stay in Bangkok at the invitation of Mr. Chadchart.

The statement commits the two governors to work together to build sustainable cities through addressing urban challenges such as “declining birthrates, aging populations and the creation of innovation.”

 In the document, Ms. Koike emphasizes the importance of city-to-city cooperation in responding to “increasingly frequent and severe” natural disasters occurring worldwide amid climate change.

“A more livable city for everyone”

“With this joint communiqué as a new first step, we want to move forward as partners in identifying common challenges and finding solutions,” the Tokyo governor said at a joint news conference following the signing ceremony. “We aim to make its effects felt by the respective citizens of Bangkok and Tokyo.”

Mr. Chadchart said he hoped the knowledge gained from this cooperation will benefit his citizens and help make Bangkok “a more livable city for everyone.” “We want to study some of Tokyo’s (flood-response) models,” he said referring to massive floods that have regularly hit Bangkok and elsewhere in Thailand. The governor also expressed interest in learning from Tokyo’s sewerage and waterworks measures.

His comment resonates with the slogan used by the former structural engineer to make Bangkok, a hub for the Southeast Asian region, “a livable city for everyone” when he won the 2022 gubernatorial election.

He aims to put Bangkok among the top 50 livable cities in the world by 2027, focusing on sustainable development that meets the needs of its 5.4 million residents.

Ms. Koike, a former member of national parliament who was elected in 2016 as Tokyo’s first female governor, also has a grand design for the Japanese capital city of 14 million that is the core of the world’s largest metropolitan area.

As part of Tokyo’s strategy for 2050, her administration has recently set policy targets for 2035, including an effort to make Tokyo the “best city in the world” that strikes a balance between ongoing “growth” and “maturity,” and makes people feel happy.

“Green infrastructure”, an underground network to tame floods

Before and after their formal talks, Mr. Chadchart guided Ms. Koike through a lush forest park in the city center and the huge Phra Khanong pumping station that controls water levels in Bangkok’s canals and discharges water into the Chao Phraya River.

Both facilities help mitigate fatal floods. The “green infrastructure” built in the Benjakitti Forest Park is designed to absorb rainwater in the event of a downpour. The park’s greenery also helps purify air and water while the city is gripped with chronic air pollution.

Tokyo is operating nearly 30 “underground regulating reservoirs” to contain floodwater. Ms. Koike, once a minister of the environment, told Thai media that her government is considering a massive new project to build an underground channel to divert excessive rainwater into the Bay of Tokyo by connecting additional regulating reservoirs under construction.

“We want to continue sharing the knowledge with Bangkok about anti-flooding measures and climate change that are our common challenges,” she said.

Bangkok tips Tokyo on how to invigorate nightlife

In the evening, Ms. Koike and Mr. Chadchart viewed illuminated historic buildings along the Chao Phraya River, major attractions in Bangkok’s nighttime tourism.

“You can revitalize the economy by making effective use of nighttime. Tokyo has needed to do something about its nightlife that ends too early after the COVID pandemic,” she told reporters after the tour, which she described as “very helpful.”

In the joint communiqué, Ms. Koike offers to share the knowledge necessary for further advancing sustainable tourism. She also proposed boosting cooperation in promoting the tourism industry in the two capital areas. Mr. Chadchart agrees to the idea.

“How Tokyo should restore lively nighttime. Bangkok has given us a great hint,” Ms. Koike told Thai media. The number of foreign tourists visiting Tokyo is estimated to have reached a record 25 million in 2024.

As an example of Tokyo’s own initiative to boost nighttime tourism, the governor cited the nightly projection mapping show, “Tokyo Night & Light,” organized by her administration and related entities. It has already drawn half a million visitors since its launch in late February last year, she said.

In the show, several short audio-visual artworks are projected onto the façade of the landmark 48-floor Tokyo Metropolitan Government No. 1 Building. Guiness World Records has recognized it as the largest permanent architectural projection-mapped display. The works feature popular characters and objects such as the premier movie monster Godzilla, traditional Ukiyo-e paintings and the world-famous J-pop duo YOASOBI.

Developing youth to play an active role on the world stage

Ms. Koike spent her last day in Bangkok visiting a top international school and meeting locally based representatives of small and medium enterprises from Tokyo. In the morning at NIST International School, which provides full International Baccalaureate programs and offers foreign language lessons in 12 different languages, the Tokyo governor had a first-hand look at how global talents are nurtured.

“In the sense that we are required to develop human resources capable of competing with their peers in the world’s other megacities,” she said, “I have learned much here today.”

She later met the Bangkok representatives of startups and small- and medium-sized enterprises in Tokyo. Her official program in Bangkok ended when she visited the local offices of the Tokyo SME Support Center and the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute.

It was Ms. Koike’s second official overseas engagement since her re-election to a third term last July. In November she toured Cairo, Abu Dhabi and Baku to cement Tokyo’s ties with the Arab world and present Tokyo’s initiatives at the U.N. COP29 climate conference in the capital of Azerbaijan.

In a wrap-up interview with Thai media, the Tokyo governor promised to continue working hard together with Bangkok to “solve common challenges and improve benefits for residents.”  The Chao Phraya River may be a major tourist attraction but, at the same time, “it supports the livelihood of people and brings a great danger once it overflows,” she said. “This is also the case with Tokyo.” 

NEW DELHI, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — DEKRA has successfully concluded its participation at ELECRAMA 2025, the premier event organized by the Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA). Held from February 22nd to 26th, 2025, ELECRAMA brought together global leaders, experts, and innovators in the electrical and electronics industry. DEKRA’s presence attracted significant attention, reinforcing its position as a trusted authority in testing, inspection, and certification.

Throughout the five-day event, DEKRA engaged with industry stakeholders, partners, and customers to showcase its latest advancements in electrical safety, sustainability, and innovation. The company’s key highlights included:

Throughout the five-day event, DEKRA showcased its latest advancements in electrical safety, sustainability, and innovation, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in ensuring compliance and reliability across industries. DEKRA emphasized its expertise in cybersecurity assessments, industrial inspections, management system audits, and organizational & process safety, helping businesses enhance operational resilience and risk management.

In line with its commitment to supporting India’s growing electrical and electronics sector, DEKRA also announced the upcoming launch of its state-of-the-art product testing laboratory in Pune, which will provide advanced testing, inspection, and certification services to manufacturers looking to meet global quality and safety standards.

DEKRA’s booth became a focal point for discussions on the future of electrical safety and reliability, with numerous industry professionals visiting to explore tailored solutions for their business needs. The event also provided a platform for strategic collaborations, as DEKRA engaged in high-level discussions with industry leaders and regulatory bodies. 

As a global leader in safety and sustainability, DEKRA remains steadfast in its commitment to driving innovation, setting new industry benchmarks, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that ensure a safer, more sustainable, and technologically advanced future for the electrical and electronics industry.

About DEKRA

For 100 years, DEKRA has been a trusted name in safety. Founded in 1925 with the original goal of improving road safety through vehicle inspections, DEKRA has grown to become the world’s largest independent, non-listed expert organization in the field of testing, inspection, and certification. Today, as a global partner, the company supports its customers with comprehensive services and solutions to drive safety and sustainability forward—fully aligned with DEKRA’s anniversary motto, “Securing the Future.” In 2024, DEKRA is expected to generate revenue of 4.3 billion euros. Around 49,000 employees are providing qualified and independent expert services in approximately 60 countries across five continents. DEKRA holds a Platinum rating from EcoVadis, placing it among the top 1% of the world’s most sustainable companies.