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ChangAn Automobile Embraces Innovation with “Together for a Smarter World” Theme at Auto Shanghai 2025

SHANGHAI, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ChangAn Automobile (“ChangAn” or “the Company”), an intelligent low-carbon mobility technology company, officially unveiled its Together for a Smarter World theme at Auto Shanghai 2025. At the event, the spotlight was on the Company’s three major strategies, namely, its Mission of Shangri-La for new energy, Dubhe 2.0 Plan for intelligence, and its Vast Ocean Plan for global expansion, marking the beginning of a new chapter in advanced, green automobile technology.


As part of its ongoing transformation, ChangAn has made major technological strides through its three core strategies. As part of the Mission of Shangri-La, the Company developed the Golden Shield solid-state battery and a full range of new energy products, including the BlueCore 3.0 powertrain and the industry’s first PREV, combining PHEV and REEV technologies. The Dubhe 2.0 Plan has advanced intelligent systems such as the Intelligent TS Drive, Intelligent TY Cockpit, and Intelligent TH Chassis. The Vast Ocean Plan has expanded ChangAn’s global footprint, particularly in Europe.


With years of investment in R&D, ChangAn Automobile has built a strong foundation in new energy and intelligent mobility, driving the rollout of next-generation smart vehicles. At Auto Shanghai 2025, ChangAn unveiled three flagship digital intelligent models—CHANG-AN Q07, DEEPAL S09, and AVATR 06—a new generation of smart solutions from its three core brands that highlights the company’s leadership in advancing and popularizing smart mobility—each exemplifying the company’s leadership in digital-intelligent automotive development. In a global first, the company revealed a future mobility lineup that includes flying cars, humanoid robots, robot dogs, wheeled robots, and smart exoskeletons. These innovations offered a striking vision of tomorrow’s transportation landscape and ChangAn’s role in shaping it.

ChangAn also brought together over 500 domestic and international media outlets and more than 600 global partners to witness the digital-intelligent achievements of its three major brands at this year’s Auto Shanghai. Through immersive brand pavilion experiences, cutting-edge technology showcases, and a dedicated global media briefing, ChangAn delivered a compelling demonstration of its innovation capabilities—marking the start of a dynamic, tech-powered journey with global resonance.

“In 2017, ChangAn Automobile fully implemented its business venture, advancing three major strategies—the Mission of Shangri-La, Dubhe 2.0 Plan, and Vast Ocean Plan—to resolutely transform into an intelligent, low-carbon mobility technology company. “said Mr. Zhu Huarong, Chairman of ChangAn Automobile. Since then, ChangAn Automobile has consistently embraced innovation and pursued a high-end, intelligent, and green development path.

As the global industrial landscape evolves at an accelerating pace, ChangAn is committed to exploring new possibilities for future mobility in collaboration with the broader industry. The Company believes the power of science and technology will drive and illuminate this new era of human mobility.

About ChangAn Automobile
ChangAn is an intelligent low-carbon mobility technology company. Its product lineup includes passenger vehicles, pick-ups, and light commercial vehicles. Powered by innovation and industrial upgrading, the Company is committed to advancing sustainable mobility and becoming a global industry leader. In April 2025, ChangAn released its 2024 ESG Report—the 17th since 2008. The company has supported initiatives such as disaster relief in Southeast Asia, the Luban Workshop in Peru, and desertification control in Saudi Arabia. Its commitment to sustainability earned it a place on the “Top 100 ESG-listed Companies in China” for the first time.

 

Samsung Biologics reports first quarter 2025 financial results

  • Recorded Q1’25 consolidated revenue of KRW 1.3 trillion
  • Recorded Q1’25 consolidated operating profit of KRW 486.7 billion
  • Company expected to maintain steady growth momentum in 2025 driven by enhanced operational efficiency and diverse service offerings

INCHEON, South Korea, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS), a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025.

“We sustained solid momentum in the first quarter, supported by the efficient operations across all our plants and continued partnerships with our clients,” said John Rim, CEO and President of Samsung Biologics. “The launch of Plant 5 and our dedicated antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) facility marks another milestone in expanding our capacity to cater to diverse client demands. We remain committed to delivering long-term value for clients and shareholders through strategic investments in technology while continuously offering competitive advantages with our development and manufacturing capabilities.”

FIRST QUARTER 2025 RESULTS

Samsung Biologics reported consolidated revenue of KRW 1.3 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, mainly driven by the stable ramp-up of Plant 4 while maintaining the full utilization of Plants 1 through 3, alongside favorable impact of foreign exchange rates. The company maintains its full-year earnings guidance of 20–25% revenue growth.

On a standalone basis, Samsung Biologics posted revenue of KRW 999.5 billion and an operating profit of KRW 430.1 billion.

[Consolidated Earnings, KRW billion]

Q1’25

Q1’24

YoY Change

Revenue

1,298.3

946.9

351.4

Operating Profit

486.7

221.3

265.4

EBITDA

650.1

364.7

285.4

BUSINESS UPDATES

Samsung Biologics continues to secure new CDMO contracts, signing a deal worth USD 1.4 billion with a Europe-based pharmaceutical company in January, followed by additional contracts in April. The expanded partnerships reflect the company’s capability to delivering consistent quality and clients’ trust in Samsung Biologics’ services.

Plant 5 commenced operations as committed in April this year. The new plant incorporates advanced technologies and digitalized features, including an integrated manufacturing execution system, to further enhance operational efficiency and quality excellence. 

Plans to build a sixth plant in response to growing biomanufacturing demand are currently awaiting board approval. Samsung Biologics’ ADC facility also commenced operations earlier this year, further building on the company’s capability to support diverse modalities.

For the CDO business, growth was supported by upgrading technology platforms as well as enhancing service quality. Samsung Biologics signed an agreement to carry out multiple ADC projects for LigaChem Biosciences. The company also continues to support the growth of emerging biotechs through the Samsung Life Science Fund, with its latest investment being made in C2N Diagnostics, a US-based biotech firm developing blood-based diagnostics for early detection of Alzheimer’s disease.

In line with Samsung Biologics’ geographic expansion strategy to better support a broader client base and strengthen its regional presence, the company opened a sales office in Japan this year.

Samsung Biologics remains committed to sustainable and responsible growth. The company was given a ‘Low Risk’ rating and selected as an ‘Industry Top Rated’ company by Sustainalytics, and received leadership status for water security from the Carbon Disclosure Project. As a member of the Sustainable Markets Initiative’s Health Systems Task Force, the company also continues to contribute to the decarbonization of healthcare supply chains in partnership with stakeholders across the public and private sectors.

About Samsung Biologics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS) is a fully integrated, end-to-end CDMO service provider, offering seamless development and manufacturing services from cell line development to final aseptic fill/finish as well as laboratory testing support for the biopharmaceutical products we manufacture. Our state-of-the-art facilities are CGMP compliant with bioreactors ranging from small to large scales to serve varying client needs. Samsung Biologics offers a combined 604 kL capacity at Bio Campus I. The company launched Bio Campus II with the completion of Plant 5 in April 2025, adding 180 kL capacity. Additionally, Samsung Biologics America enables the company to work in closer proximity to clients based in the U.S. and Europe. We continue to maximize operational efficiency and upgrade our capabilities to better accommodate client needs, investing in an ADC facility, mRNA technologies, and additional aseptic filling capacity. As a sustainable CDMO partner of choice, we are committed to on-time, in-full delivery of the products we manufacture with our flexible manufacturing services, operational excellence, and proven expertise.

Samsung Biologics Media Contact

Claire Kim, Head of Marketing & Global Communications
cair.kim@samsung.com 

Hong Kong ICT Awards 2025 opens for enrolment

HONG KONG, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong ICT Awards (HKICTA) 2025 opens for enrolment on April 22. Entries of locally developed information and communications technology (ICT) products and solutions are invited to compete for the Grand Awards in the eight award categories and the top accolade of the competition – the Award of the Year. Enrolment is free of charge and the deadline is July 14, 2025.

Hong Kong ICT Awards 2025 opens for enrolment
Hong Kong ICT Awards 2025 opens for enrolment

The HKICTA 2025 is organised by the Digital Policy Office (DPO) with each award category to be led by a local industry association or professional body. The award categories and respective leading organisers are listed below:

Award categories

Leading Organisers

Digital Entertainment Award

Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association

FinTech Award

Institute of Financial Technologists of Asia

ICT Startup Award

Hong Kong Wireless Technology Industry Association

Smart Business Award

Hong Kong Computer Society

Smart Living Award

Hong Kong Information Technology Federation

Smart Mobility Award

GS1 Hong Kong

Smart People Award

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service

Student Innovation Award

Hong Kong Education City

 

A Grand Award will be granted in each category, and the Award of the Year will be selected by a Grand Judging Panel from the eight Grand Awardees.

In a bid to foster the innovative use of AI, the Best Use of AI award winner will be selected in each of the eight categories to magnify and honour outstanding achievements in harnessing the power of AI in respective areas.

Established in 2006, the HKICTA is an annual signature event of the local ICT industry which aims to recognise and promote outstanding ICT inventions and applications, thereby encouraging the pursuit of innovation and excellence among Hong Kong’s ICT professionals and enterprises to develop innovative applications meeting business and social needs, use innovation and technology (I&T) to bring benefits to the community, and foster Hong Kong’s I&T and smart city development. Through concerted efforts of the ICT sector, academia and the Government, the HKICTA has always been highly regarded by the information technology industry, and the winners may also be nominated to compete in other regional and international competitions on behalf of Hong Kong and be sponsored to participate in overseas I&T exhibitions. The award acts as an encouragement and recognition to the winners, and enables their access to both Mainland and overseas markets.

Details of the HKICTA are available on the thematic website (www.hkictawards.hk). Enquiries can be made to the DPO at 3974 5224 or by emailing hkictawards@digitalpolicy.gov.hk

YCH Group Executive Chairman Dr. Robert Yap Honoured with NTUC May Day Awards 2025 – Distinguished Service (Star) Award

SINGAPORE, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — YCH Group is proud to announce that its Executive Chairman, Dr. Robert Yap, has been conferred the prestigious NTUC May Day Awards 2025 – Distinguished Service (Star) Award. This accolade recognises Dr. Yap’s decade of leadership as President of the Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF) and his strong commitment to improving wages, supporting fair employment practices, and helping Singapore’s workforce adapt to a changing economy.

Dr. Robert Yap, Executive Chairman, YCH Group
Dr. Robert Yap, Executive Chairman, YCH Group

As President of the SNEF from 2014 to 2024, Dr. Yap worked closely with tripartite partners to tackle key workforce challenges, including an ageing workforce, job displacement, and the need for lifelong skills upgrading. His leadership was instrumental in the formation of the Tripartite Workgroup on Lower-Wage Workers, where he championed structured wage progression and the expansion of the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) to link wage growth with skills, job scope, and productivity — creating clear career pathways while safeguarding business competitiveness.

Dr. Yap recognised the invaluable contributions of mature workers and led efforts to raise the retirement and re-employment age, setting a national roadmap towards age 70 by 2030. To support this transition, he advocated for the Senior Employment Credit (SEC), which offsets wage costs for hiring senior Singaporeans and reinforces the value of older workers in the economy.

Dr. Yap also co-led the Joint NTUC-SNEF PME Taskforce, contributing to the development of structured policies that support skills upgrading, career mobility, and fair employment practices for Professionals, Managers, and Executives (PMEs). Through various tripartite councils and workgroups, he has been a consistent voice for PME resilience amid evolving market demands. A champion of lifelong learning and upskilling, Dr. Yap strongly supported the formation of Company Training Committees (CTCs), embedding a culture of continuous learning in organisations and ensuring businesses invest in future-ready talent.

In parallel, he has been a firm believer in technology as a workforce enabler. Under his leadership, autonomous mobile robots were deployed in warehouse and retail settings to reduce physical strain on older workers, allowing them to focus on higher-value tasks. This initiative exemplified how inclusive workforce policies and automation can go hand-in-hand to support productivity while preserving employability.

Beyond national-level contributions, Dr. Yap is a visionary leader in the logistics sector, where he continues to foster strong partnerships between businesses, unions, and government agencies. Under his leadership, YCH Group has led multiple industry-transforming initiatives, equipping workers with future-ready skills while championing inclusive and sustainable growth.

“I am honoured to receive the NTUC May Day Distinguished Service (Star) Award. This recognition reflects the shared commitment of many who believe in strengthening our workforce through inclusive practices, continuous learning, and responsible leadership. As we navigate disruption and demographic shifts, I remain convinced that strong tripartite collaboration is key to building a resilient and forward-looking workforce,” said Dr. Yap.

The NTUC May Day Awards honour individuals and organisations that have made a lasting impact on the lives of workers and contributed meaningfully to Singapore’s economic and social progress. Dr. Yap’s award is a recognition of his leadership as President of SNEF and highlights the strength of tripartite cooperation in advancing a fairer and more resilient workforce.

YCH Group congratulates Dr. Yap on this well-deserved accolade and reaffirms its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that empowers employees and supports the continued transformation of the logistics sector.

About YCH Group

YCH Group is Singapore’s leading homegrown end-to-end supply chain solutions provider, with a presence in over 100 cities across the Asia Pacific. YCH focuses on boosting productivity and sustainability for its customers with its proprietary best-in-class suite of award-winning solutions across industries such as fast-moving consumer goods, electronics, chemical and healthcare, cold chain logistics, and e-Commerce. A strong proponent of innovation, YCH is recognised for its 7PL™ approach in seamlessly integrating supply chain strategy with execution. Its leadership in initiatives like the ASEAN Smart Logistics Network (ASLN) underscores its pivotal role in advancing the goals of regional frameworks and multilateral trade agreements, such as the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).

Sinopec Makes Overseas Debut with Global Energy Forecast: Global Energy Outlook 2060 Report Released

The Company Consolidates Common Goals and Business Cooperation in Energy Transformation with Three Published Research Reports in Energy and Chemicals

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (HKG: 0386, “Sinopec”) officially released the first Global Energy Outlook 2060 report (the “Report”) on April 21 at the overseas launch event for China’s energy and chemical industry reports held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Two more reports, the China Energy Outlook 2060 (2025 Edition) and the 2025 China Energy and Chemical Industry Outlook, were published at the event as well.

This is Sinopec’s third overseas release event in Saudi Arabia, strengthening collaboration on energy transition and promoting academic and business exchanges.

Sinopec Makes Overseas Debut with Global Energy Forecast: Global Energy Outlook 2060 Report Released.
Sinopec Makes Overseas Debut with Global Energy Forecast: Global Energy Outlook 2060 Report Released.

The Report marks the first time a Chinese enterprise has published a mid- to long-term global energy outlook overseas, using innovative research for improved forecasts. It predicts global primary energy consumption will peak at 26.71 billion tonnes of standard coal by 2045, with renewables comprising 51.8% by 2060. Energy consumption will slow to 25.25 billion tonnes by 2060, with oil and gas making up 35.7%.

Oil consumption will peak at 4.66 billion tonnes in 2030, shifting focus from transportation to industrial raw materials, while still accounting for 40% of transportation energy by 2060.

Non-fossil energy will see major growth: hydrogen use will rise from 2% in 2023 to nearly 50% by 2060, exceeding 340 million tonnes annually. CCUS capacity will expand to 110 million tonnes by 2030 and 4.7 billion tonnes by 2060, driving the energy transition.

The China Energy Outlook 2060 (2025 Edition) predicts China’s primary energy use will plateau after 2030, peaking at 6.8–7.1 billion tonnes of standard coal. Oil demand will peak before 2027, while non-fossil energy will surpass fossil fuels in power generation by 2035. CO₂ emissions from energy are expected to peak at 10.8–11.2 billion tonnes before 2030, ensuring an early carbon peak.

The 2025 China Energy and Chemical Industry Outlook notes that China’s total refining capacity will peak at 960–970 million tonnes per year by 2025, while the chemical industry faces overcapacity in olefins, aromatics, a sustained high capacity levels of bulk chemical products.

For more insightful details of the reports, please visit http://www.sinopec.com/listco/en/.

FUJIFILM Business Innovation Asia Pacific Honoured with Oracle Asia Pacific CHRO of the Year Award

Recognized for commitment to transformative HR practices and strategies

SINGAPORE, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FUJIFILM Business Innovation Asia Pacific (FBAP) has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Oracle Customer Excellence Award for Asia Pacific CHRO of the Year, recognizing its exceptional leadership in driving human resources (HR) success.

The Oracle Customer Excellence Awards celebrate organizations and leaders worldwide who leverage Oracle technology to reinvent business practices and drive transformative change. Asia Pacific CHRO of the Year celebrates visionary leaders who have demonstrated outstanding performance in aligning HR strategies with company goals as well as fostering an innovative and fulfilling workplace for its employees. By winning this award, FBAP is automatically nominated for the global phase of the Oracle Customer Excellence Awards, with global winners announced in June 2025.

Established in 1991 as the regional headquarters in Singapore, FBAP provides higher management support and marketing initiatives to sales subsidiaries and partners# throughout the Asia Pacific region, including East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania. FBAP streamlined its HR environment from 256 interfaces across 53 disparate systems to Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM), improving efficiency and agility, and enhancing the employee experience. Winning the Asia Pacific CHRO of the Year award highlights FBAP’s excellence in recruitment, retention, productivity, engagement, and culture change, inspiring others with its HR vision.

From left: Mr. Maz Songerwala - SVP. Application Service Excellence Oracle, Ms. Rachna Sampayo - SVP of Human Resource for Oracle JAPAC, Ms. Gwen Wong – GM of Human Resource for FUJIFILM Business Innovation APAC, Mr. Garrett IIg - SVP and General Manager, Oracle JAPAC
From left: Mr. Maz Songerwala – SVP. Application Service Excellence Oracle, Ms. Rachna Sampayo – SVP of Human Resource for Oracle JAPAC, Ms. Gwen Wong – GM of Human Resource for FUJIFILM Business Innovation APAC, Mr. Garrett IIg – SVP and General Manager, Oracle JAPAC

“We are truly honoured to receive this regional recognition for CHRO of the Year. This award reflects the dedication of our HR team in driving business transformation,” said Gwen Wong, general manager, Human Resources, FUJIFILM Business Innovation Asia Pacific. “Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM has been instrumental in streamlining our processes, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and empowering us to create a more agile and innovative workplace. We remain committed to leveraging technology to maximize the potential of our people and organization.”

Naito Masatsugu, president of FUJIFILM Business Innovation Asia Pacific, added, “We are incredibly proud of this regional win, which underscores our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation. At FUJIFILM Business Innovation, our goal is to realize our group policy of ‘Giving Our World More Smiles,’ and this award exemplifies how we bring that purpose to life. By cultivating a workplace where creativity and collaboration thrive, we empower our employees to create meaningful value for our customers and communities. This recognition inspires us to continue driving positive change and delivering smiles through our work.”

“The Oracle Customer Excellence Awards celebrate the pinnacle of business innovation, highlighting how organizations and their leaders leverage Oracle technology to transform business practices,” said Sunil Wahi, vice president, Solution Engineering, Applications, Oracle, Asia Pacific. “FUJIFILM Business Innovation Asia Pacific’s recognition as CHRO of the Year is testament to their commitment to innovation, people development, and organizational excellence. Their strategic approach to talent management and their emphasis on creating a dynamic, forward-thinking workplace reflects the true power of leveraging technology to empower people and drive business success.”

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About FUJIFILM Business Innovation
FUJIFILM Business Innovation is a global leader committed to continuously deliver innovations to customers’ businesses worldwide, for creating innovative and fulfilling workplaces by effectively adopting information and knowledge through digital transformation (DX). We have pioneered numerous technologies and accumulated expertise since our establishment in 1962, to build an environment that encourages the use of one’s creativity to maximize organizational strengths. Our portfolio includes conducting R&D, manufacturing and sales of world-class workflow solutions, IT services, and printing equipment such as digital multifunction printers (MFPs). We also offer business process outsourcing (BPO) services as well as marketing and implementation support of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

https://fujifilm.com/fbglobal

About Oracle
Oracle offers integrated suites of applications plus secure, autonomous infrastructure in the Oracle Cloud. For more information about Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), please visit us at oracle.com

Thailand celebrates first ever regional winner in Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards

BANGKOK, April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) today announced primary teacher, Polly Neville from Denla British School Bangkok, as the regional winner of the 2025 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards in Southeast Asia & Pacific. Selected by the judges for her dedication to making sure all her learners feel seen, Polly is the first teacher in Thailand to be recognised as a regional winner in the competition’s seven-year history. 

Polly Neville, regional winner of the 2025 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards in Southeast Asia & Pacific
Polly Neville, regional winner of the 2025 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards in Southeast Asia & Pacific

Polly is one of nine regional winners of the global Cambridge competition that celebrates the achievements of teachers around the world. As a regional winner, she will win £500 worth of books for her class, a trophy, take part in a regional awards ceremony and receive publicity for herself and her school during the coming year. She will also appear on a ‘Thank you’ page at the front of a range of new Cambridge textbooks, available to the public from November 2025.

Originally from the UK, Polly has been a primary school teacher for 16 years and is currently Head of Section for Years 5 and 6 at Denla British School. She is passionate about pastoral care and thrives in her role supporting the wellbeing of all children in the section. Polly was nominated by the parent of one of her students, thanking her for the ‘Friday Friends Club’ – a social group where students discuss empathy, effective conversation, and feelings.

Polly said, ‘The greatest reward in my role is watching students grow in confidence, develop independence and find joy in facing challenges. Through my pastoral care initiatives, I aim to create a space where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. Strong partnerships between school, parents and students are essential to me. I want children and parents to know they have a solid support network here. If I’ve helped even one child and their family feel more accepted and empowered, then I’ve fulfilled my purpose.’ 

Global winner voting 

The Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards gives students, parents and peers the chance to nominate a current primary or secondary teacher for outstanding commitment to their students’ education. By going to dedicatedteacher.cambridge.org/vote, the public can now vote for Polly, or another of the nine regional winners to become the overall, global winner of the Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards 2025. The deadline to vote is 30 April 2025 and the winner will be announced on 21 May 2025.

The 2025 competition received over 5000 nominations for teachers in 101 different countries around the world. Nominations not only thanked teachers for the hard work they put into teaching, but also for all the extra things they do to ensure their students are happy and healthy.

Rod Smith, Managing Director of International Education said, ‘At Cambridge, we are constantly inspired by the stories of teachers who go above and beyond, not for recognition but because they believe in the power of education to change lives. In an industry where AI is making all the headlines, it’s uplifting to see the warmth and humanity that this year’s winners have brought to their classrooms.

‘These awards are a yearly reminder that teachers remain the most vital part of delivering a rounded education. Technology, no matter how sophisticated, cannot replicate the empathy, creativity, social guidance and the sheer inspiration that a great teacher like Polly can provide. I congratulate Polly on her immense accomplishments, which I’m sure will inspire teachers and learners across Thailand.’

To find out more about Cambridge and vote for your favourite teacher in the competition, please visit dedicatedteacher.cambridge.org/vote

-ENDS-

About Cambridge

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is part of the University of Cambridge. Our International Education group works with over 10,000 schools in 160 countries to provide education that shapes knowledge, understanding and skills. Together, we give learners the confidence they need to thrive and make a positive impact in a changing world. We offer a globally trusted and flexible framework for education from age 3 to 19 (the Cambridge Pathway), informed by research, experience, and listening to educators. With internationally recognised qualifications (such as Cambridge IGCSE and International AS & A Level), high-quality resources, comprehensive teaching support and continuing professional development, we help schools prepare every student for the opportunities and challenges ahead. Together, we help Cambridge learners be ready for the world.

Learn more at www.cambridgeinternational.org

Lao Deputy Calls for Climate, Trade Cooperation

Laos’ Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Maithong Thammavongsa reaffirmed Laos’ commitment to strengthening regional cooperation and accelerating climate action at the 81st session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in Bangkok, Thailand, from 21-25 April. (Photo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Laos)

Laos’ Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Maithong Thammavongsa reaffirmed Laos’ commitment to strengthening regional cooperation and accelerating climate action at the 81st session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) in Bangkok, Thailand, from 21-25 April.