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2025 ISLAMIC ARTS BIENNALE OPENED TO THE PUBLIC

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale, titled And All That Is In Between, has opened to the public in the presence of His Excellency Rakan Bin Ibrahim Al-Touq, Assistant Minister of Culture of Saudi Arabia.

View of the outdoor exhibition spaces at the 2025 Islamic Arts Biennale. Image by Marco Cappelletti, courtesy of the Diriyah Biennale Foundation.
View of the outdoor exhibition spaces at the 2025 Islamic Arts Biennale. Image by Marco Cappelletti, courtesy of the Diriyah Biennale Foundation.

The Islamic Arts Biennale is the world’s first, and until now only, biennial exhibition dedicated to the arts of Islamic civilization. It is an emphatically global project rooted in Saudi Arabia that insists on the contemporary relevance of tradition, through the presence of historical objects and new artistic commissions.

The 2025 edition of the Biennale brings together loans from over 30 of the world’s leading institutions, including the Vatican Apostolic Library (Vatican City), the Louvre Museum (Paris), and the Victoria and Albert Museum (London), as well as collections devoted specifically to Islamic arts and cultures, such as the Ahmed Baba Institute of Higher Learning and Islamic Research (Timbuktu), the Museum of Islamic Art (Doha), and the Manuscript Institution of Türkiye (Istanbul). Additionally, the Biennale has partnered with institutions from across Saudi Arabia, offering visitors a chance to see objects and works of art from the holy sites of Makkah and Madinah.

The show spans five exhibition halls and outdoor areas, occupying 100,000 square meters of exhibition space, and presents more than 500 objects in dialogue with contemporary artworks. It features the participation of over 30 artists from Saudi Arabia, the wider Gulf region, and around the world. In its second edition, the Biennale witnesses the first-ever display of the entire Kiswah—the cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba—outside of Makkah.

Led by Artistic Directors Julian Raby, Amin Jaffer, and Abdul Rahman Azzam, alongside Saudi artist Muhannad Shono as Curator of Contemporary Art, the Biennale offers insights into the ways cultures from around the world interact and endure. By juxtaposing historical objects from Islamic cultures with contemporary art, the Biennale explores how faith is experienced, expressed, and celebrated through feeling, thinking, and making.

The Islamic Arts Biennale takes place in Jeddah, a city that has been a meeting point of cultures for centuries. The site is the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport, which echoes with memory and emotion for millions of Muslim pilgrims embarking on their sacred journeys for Hajj and Umrah every year. The exhibition will be on view through May 25, 2025.

Contact: mediaqueries@biennale.org.sa

Spiber Inc. announces strategic partnership with Botto Giuseppe and launches 100% Brewed Protein™ yarn for the first time in collaboration with a European mill

YAMAGATA, Japan, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Spiber, a pioneer in protein fibre (ISO 2076), produced using cutting-edge fermentation technology, is proud to announce its successful partnership with Botto Giuseppe, a prestigious Italian premium mill renowned for its high-quality yarns made from natural fibers such as wool and cashmere.

Spiber_Brewed Protein™ worsted yarn_SS26 Composition: 100% Brewed Protein™ Fiber
Spiber_Brewed Protein™ worsted yarn_SS26 Composition: 100% Brewed Protein™ Fiber

Since beginning their collaboration in 2023, Spiber and Botto Giuseppe have been working to unlock the full potential of Spiber’s Brewed Protein™ fiber. “We are delighted to start this new collaboration with the development of such a high-tech fibre. It is a highlight in our sustainability journey,” says Silvio Botto Poala, CEO of Botto Giuseppe.

This partnership has resulted in the development of yarn blends containing 20%–50% Brewed Protein™ fiber combined with cashmere, as well as 100% Brewed Protein™ worsted yarn. Botto Giuseppe is the first European mill to successfully develop and market yarn made entirely from Brewed Protein™ fiber. These yarns are versatile, suitable for weaving and knitting, and can be used in a variety of applications such as shirts, suits, and jersey knitwear. All yarns are now available for purchase through Botto Giuseppe.

At Pitti Filati, taking place in Florence, Italy, from January 28–30 2025, Spiber is proud to showcase a polo shirt made from 100% Brewed Protein™ yarn developed by Botto Giuseppe . This fabric exhibits an elegant touch endowed by the nature of Brewed Protein™ fibers and the manufacturers’ expertise.

Looking ahead, both Spiber and Botto Giuseppe are excited to explore finer yarn counts in 100% Brewed Protein™ fiber materials and collaborate on customizations tailored for specific brands.

Product line
Brewed Protein worsted yarn
Composition: 100% Brewed Protein™ fiber
Count: 2/60NM, 1/60NM, 2/80NM

Cashmere/Brewed Protein woolen yarn
Composition:
80% cashmere, 20% Brewed Protein™ fiber
50% cashmere, 50% Brewed Protein™ fiber
Count: 2/27 NM

Spiber Inc.
Established in 2007, Spiber is a biotech venture company based in Yamagata, Japan. Dedicated to creating innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable well-being, Spiber has developed a new material solution inspired by nature’s diversity and circularity, the Brewed Protein™ material platform. By harnessing the power of precision fermentation, Spiber engineers proteins at the molecular level, resulting in versatile materials that can be tailored to specific needs. This innovative solution opens up new possibilities for sustainable and high-performance materials in various industries, including apparel, food, automotives, and more. Alongside our partners, Spiber is constantly exploring diverse new applications for Brewed Protein™ materials in order to help pave the way for a brighter future. Our passion lies in fostering a circular economy, minimizing our environmental impact, and working together to build a world that is inclusive, fair, and regenerative.

Spiber website: spiber.inc/en/

Spiber is a trademark or a registered trademark of Spiber Inc. in Japan and other countries.

Brewed Protein™ is a trademark or a registered trademark of Spiber Inc. in Japan and other countries.

Brewed Protein™ fiber
A premium, plant-based material produced using Spiber’s fermentation (brewing) technology, providing a circular solution and pioneering a new cate no no gory of protein fibers. Brewed Protein™ fibers can be tailored to offer a silk-like sheen and delicacy, a luxurious smooth feel akin to cashmere, or the loftiness of high-quality wool. Due to its plant-based ingredients and precision fermentation process, Brewed Protein™ fiber has the potential to significantly reduce environmental and animal welfare impacts compared to traditional materials.

Botto Giuseppe e Figli S.p.A.
Botto Giuseppe e Figli S.p.A. has been producing fine yarns and fabrics since 1876. Today, the fourth generation of the family runs an international business with many of the world’s most prestigious luxury customers. From yarns to fabrics to jersey: products that focus on research, traceability, and reduced environmental impact.

Every year the Naturalis Fibra collections are enhanced with extraordinary yarns such as Flair, Fairwool, Slowool and fabrics like Slowoolly, SlowoolEarth, Flair Earth which are sustainable products and solutions that mirror the company’s corporate philosophy.

Botto Giuseppe e Figli S.p.A is an international company that operates all over the world, and with the most important international fashion companies. It targets the Italian market as well as foreign markets such as the USA, Japan, China, Korea, France and Germany.

Botto Giuseppe website: https://www.bottogiuseppe.com/en/botto-home-english/

Prosper with Vantage: Trade and Win Red Packets Worth Up to $888

PORT VILA, Vanuatu, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vantage Markets invites traders to ring in the Lunar New Year with prosperity and rewards through its exclusive Red Packet Draw. From 3rd February to 28th February, participants can celebrate the Year of the Snake with the chance to win cash prizes of up to USD $888.

Prosper with Vantage: Trade and Win Red Packets Worth Up to $888
Prosper with Vantage: Trade and Win Red Packets Worth Up to $888

The Lunar New Year promotion is open to both new and existing users. Celebrate this auspicious season with Vantage by following these steps:

For New Users:

  1. Open a Live Trading Account: Register and opt-in to the promotion via the Vantage Client Portal or App.
  2. Make a Deposit: Fund your account with a minimum of USD $200.
  3. Trade to Earn Tickets: Receive one lucky draw ticket for every USD $200,000 in notional volume.

For Existing Users:

  1. Join the Promotion: Opt-in through the Client Portal or Vantage App.
  2. Trade Your Way to Rewards: Each trade brings you closer to winning, with prizes of up to USD $888 available for those who channel the agility of the Snake this Lunar New Year.

The Lunar New Year promotion symbolizes renewal, luck, and prosperity, offering traders a unique opportunity to enhance their trading experience and win exciting rewards.

Marc Despallieres, Chief Strategy & Trading Officer at Vantage, shared:
“The Lunar New Year is a time to embrace new beginnings and celebrate success. Our Red Packet Draw offers an exciting opportunity for our trading community to prosper while enjoying the festive season. At Vantage, we aim to make every trading journey meaningful and rewarding.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to trade, win, and celebrate with Vantage this Lunar New Year. For more details on the promotion, visit Vantage Markets from 3rd February to 28th February.

About Vantage

Vantage Markets (or Vantage) is a multi-asset CFD broker offering clients access to a nimble and powerful service for trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products, including Forex, Commodities, Indices, Shares, ETFs, and Bonds.

With over 15 years of market experience, Vantage transcends the role of broker, providing a trusted trading ecosystem, an award-winning mobile trading app, and a user-friendly trading platform that empowers clients to seize trading opportunities. Download the Vantage App on App Store or Google Play.

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ATFX Celebrates the Year of the Snake at The Icebreakers Chinese New Year Dinner 2025

LONDON, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ATFX proudly participated as a Platinum Sponsor of The Icebreakers Chinese New Year Dinner 2025, an event organized by the 48 Group, the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in the UK (CCCUK), and the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC). Held on January 22, 2025, in the Ballroom of The Dorchester Hotel, London, this highly anticipated gathering celebrated the Year of the Snake with distinguished guests from the business, diplomatic, academic, and cultural sectors.

Widely regarded as one of the most significant UK-China events of the year, The Icebreakers Dinner offered an opportunity for meaningful networking and dialogue between influential leaders from both nations. As a global leader in the financial trading industry, ATFX recognizes the importance of bridging communities and creating opportunities for cross-border growth. By sponsoring events like The Icebreakers, the company emphasizes its dedication to fostering international partnerships and celebrating cultural exchange.

The event featured distinguished guests, including Jack Perry, Chairman of the 48 Group and Chief Executive of London Export Corporation; FANG Wenjian, Chairman of CCCUK and General Manager of Bank of China London Branch; Sir Sherard Cowper-Coles, Chair of CBBC and Senior Adviser at HSBC Holdings; and Joe Li, Chairman of ATFX. Jack Perry expressed his gratitude to ATFX for its sponsorship, while Joe Li presented the evening’s raffle to selecting the winners.

The Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom, transformation, and adaptability, aligns with ATFX’s mission to empower traders and investors with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to succeed in an ever-changing global market. The event also provided ATFX with a platform to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and to share its vision for driving sustainable growth in the financial sector.

ATFX’s presence at The Icebreakers Chinese New Year Dinner highlights its commitment to innovation and leadership in the financial trading industry. With a footprint in over 23 locations worldwide, ATFX continues to champion initiatives that promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the pursuit of excellence. By supporting this event, ATFX strengthens its role as a cultural bridge and reinforces its dedication to fostering prosperity on a global scale.

About ATFX
ATFX is a leading global fintech broker with a local presence in 23 locations and licenses from regulatory authorities including the UK’s FCA, Australian ASIC, Cypriot CySEC, UAE’s SCA, Hong Kong SFC and South African FSCA. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, innovative technology, and strict regulatory compliance, ATFX provides exceptional trading experiences to clients worldwide.

For further information on ATFX, please visit ATFX website https://www.atfx.com.

DouYu International Holdings Limited Announces Ex-dividend Date

WUHAN, China, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — DouYu International Holdings Limited (“DouYu” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: DOYU) a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China and a pioneer in the eSports value chain, today announced that Nasdaq has set February 21, 2025, as the ex-dividend date for the special cash dividend that was announced on January 16, 2025. As the special cash dividend of US$9.94 per ordinary share, or US$9.94 per American Depositary Share (“ADS”), net of a handling fee of US$0.05 per ADS charged by the depositary bank, exceeds 25% of the Company’s ADS price, pursuant to the rules of Nasdaq, the ex-dividend date is February 21, 2025, the first business day following the dividend payment date of February 20, 2025.

In addition, Nasdaq will apply its due bill procedures, under which trades of the Company’s ADSs entered into before February 21, 2025, but settled after the record date of February 10, 2025 (the “due bill period”) will include a due bill for the special cash dividend payable on February 20, 2025. This means that holders who purchase these securities during the due bill period (even if the trades are to be settled after that due bill period) are entitled to receive the special cash dividend. Conversely, sellers who sell the securities during the due bill period (even if the trades are to be settled after the due bill period) are not entitled to the special cash dividend. Investors who enter into trades to purchase ADSs on or after February 21, 2025, will not be entitled to the special cash dividend payable on February 20, 2025.

About DouYu International Holdings Limited

Headquartered in Wuhan, China, DouYu International Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: DOYU) is a leading game-centric live streaming platform in China and a pioneer in the eSports value chain. DouYu operates its platform on both PC and mobile apps to bring users access to immersive and interactive games and entertainment livestreaming, a wide array of video and graphic contents, as well as opportunities to participate in community events and discussions. By nurturing a sustainable technology-based talent development system and relentlessly producing high-quality content, DouYu consistently delivers premium content through the integration of livestreaming, video, graphics, and virtual communities with a primary focus on games, especially on eSports. This enables DouYu to continuously enhance its user experience and pursue long-term healthy development. For more information, please see http://ir.douyu.com/.

Safe Harbor Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward- looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: the Company’s results of operations and financial condition; the Company’s business strategies; general market conditions, in particular, the game live streaming market; the ability of the Company to retain and grow active and paying users; changes in general economic and business conditions in China; the impact of the COVID-19 to the Company’s business operations and the economy in China and globally; any adverse changes in laws, regulations, rules, policies or guidelines applicable to the Company; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the Securities Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

Investor Relations Contact

In China:

Lingling Kong
DouYu International Holdings Limited
Email: ir@douyu.tv
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677

Andrea Guo
Piacente Financial Communications
Email: douyu@tpg-ir.com
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677

In the United States:

Brandi Piacente
Piacente Financial Communications
Email: douyu@tpg-ir.com
Tel: +1-212-481-2050

Media Relations Contact

Lingling Kong
DouYu International Holdings Limited
Email: pr_douyu@douyu.tv
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677

Brand Finance Global 500: Trip.com Group Recognised Among the World’s Best, Only Asian Travel Services Provider to Rank

SINGAPORE, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Trip.com Group, the only Asian travel services company on the prestigious Brand Finance Global 500 list for 2025 has reached a historic milestone in its global journey. This marks its first appearance on the list since its rebranding in 2019, underscoring its growing influence worldwide. The company also secured the third place in online travel services, solidifying its leadership in the travel sector.

The Brand Finance Global 500 report, published by valuation consultancy Brand Finance, celebrates Trip.com Group’s innovative achievements and strong brand growth. Its progress is fuelled by cutting-edge AI-powered solutions and an unwavering commitment to customer service excellence. By integrating artificial intelligence into its offerings, the company provides travellers with smarter, more personalised options that enhance their experiences.

Among its flagship tools is TripGenie, an AI assistant that delivers tailored travel recommendations, significantly reducing decision-making time for users. Other tools, such as Trip.Best, Trip.Trends, and Trip.Deals, offer travellers top-rated, trending and value-for-money offerings at a glance. Meanwhile, the recently launched Trip.Gourmet, the Group’s culinary arm, elevates the travel experience with an AI-powered food ranking guide, making culinary exploration an integral part of any journey.

In the Leisure & Tourism category, Trip.com Group ranks 5th overall and 3rd in online travel services, reflecting its robust industry presence. The company has made a remarkable leap from 550th in 2024 to 452nd in 2025 on the Brand Finance Global 500 list. Its brand value has reached an all-time high of 5,399 million USD, representing a significant increase of 23.34% from the previous year’s value of 4,378 million USD.

The Brand Finance Global 500 list spans industries including Banking, Retail, Media, Electronics, Internet & Software, Telecoms, Automobiles, Insurance and more. This year, Apple leads the rankings with a brand value of USD 574.5 billion, followed by Microsoft (USD 461.1 billion), Google (USD 413.0 billion), and Amazon (USD 356.4 billion). Trip.com Group’s inclusion emphasises its exceptional growth and influence in a diverse and challenging landscape.

Globally, the top five countries by brand value in the Brand Finance Global 500 for 2025 are the United States (52.9%), China (15%), Germany (5.8%), Japan (5.1%), and France (4.4%). This distribution underscores the dynamic growth of Asian brands and amplifies the significance of Trip.com Group’s achievement as a leader in Asian travel services.

Brand Finance, a respected independent consultancy based in London, specialises in brand valuation and analysis. It ranks the world’s 500 most valuable brands by calculating brand value in US dollars, using a methodology based on the hypothetical license fees a company would pay if it did not own its brand. This approach highlights Brand Finance’s credibility in assessing global brand value.

This recognition reflects Trip.com Group’s progress in making travel more accessible and convenient for everyone. Staying true to its mission of enhancing customer experiences, the company remains committed to delivering innovations that shape the future of travel on a global scale.

 

Tai O Heritage Hotel Open House 2025 Where Heritage Meets Innovation

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HONG KONG, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tai O Heritage Hotel’s annual Open House will be held on 8 –9 February 2025, providing the public with the opportunity to explore this century-old heritage building and Hong Kong’s first UNESCO-awarded hotel first-hand.

Tai O Heritage Hotel Open House 2025
Tai O Heritage Hotel Open House 2025

This year promises even more excitement with vibrant festive decorations. In addition to Tai O delicacies and complimentary docent tours, for the first time, we incorporate AR (Augmented Reality) technology, offering guests a new way to appreciate the background and original appearance of this revitalised gem, which formerly served as the Tai O Police Station.

The well-received ‘Traditional Sampan Experience’ is making a comeback. Additionally, Tai O Heritage Hotel joins hands with the Tai O Cultural Association on ‘Traditional Fishing Net Weaving Workshop’, providing guests with an enriched experience of the nautical culture of Hong Kong’s charming fishing village.

Event Highlights

  • Augmented Reality Guided Tour Experience
  • Complimentary docent tours*
  • Traditional sampan experience*
  • Traditional fishing net weaving workshop*
  • Time-honoured cuisine at Tai O Lookout featuring local ingredients
  • Tailored public art piece and lion dance performances by Tai O students

Open House Room Package

Available on 7-9 February 2025, starting from HKD1,500*.

Privileges include:

  • One-night accommodation
  • Set breakfast for two
  • Open Day Special Set for two
  • Complimentary sampan boat ride* on designated dates

Reservations & details: https://www.taioheritagehotel.com/en/stay/packages/open-house-package/

Open House Offers

  • Guests registering docent tours online will receive a complimentary drink voucher^ for redemption of hotel’s signature drink, Mangrove Special, upon completing the tour.
  • Dine-in guests at Tai O Lookout during the Open House will receive a HK$50 dining voucher^, which can be used on the next visit.

Augmented Reality Guided Tour Experience
Augmented Reality Guided Tour Experience

Hotel Docent Tours

Youth ambassadors that have received training from Walk in Hong Kong will serve as docents, sharing fascinating stories about the hotel’s history as the Old Tai O Police Station. This year, for the first time, AR (Augmented Reality) technology will be utilised to showcase the hotel’s previous form as the Tai O Police Station, offering guests a vivid and immersive experience.

Docent Tour Timetable

Saturday, 8 February 2025

Sunday, 9 February 2025

12:30 – 1:30pm

11:00am – 12:00nn

2:00 – 3:00pm

12:30 – 1:30pm

3:15 – 4:15pm

2:00 – 3:00pm

4:30 – 5:30pm

3:15 – 4:15pm

4:30 – 5:00pm

Admissions: 120 persons per session, 20 minutes per session (on a first-come, first-served basis)

Assembly point: Tai O Heritage Hotel pavilion

Registration & details: https://www.taioheritagehotel.com/en/hotel-open-house/

Traditional Sampan Experience
Traditional Sampan Experience

Traditional Sampan Experience

The man-powered sampan was the main means of transporting and commuting at Tai O in the old days. Participants will board traditional sampans and learn about the maritime traditions from the helmsmen.

Tai O Heritage Hotel and Tai O Cultural Association join hands to present the ‘Traditional Sampan Experience’ on 9 February 2025. Each session lasts about 40 minutes and is divided into two parts. First, participants will watch a documentary at the Tai O Fishermen Image Gallery, which shares the traditional sampan building process and tools. After that, participants will board a traditional sampan for a scenic ride through the waterways, learning about the rich heritage of Hong Kong’s charming fishing village from a unique perspective. Local villagers will row the boat while sharing stories about the water village and sampan culture.

Traditional Sampan Experience Timetable

Sunday, 9 February 2025

12:00nn – 12:40pm

12:20 – 13:00pm

12:40 – 13:20pm

13:00 – 13:40pm

13:20 – 14:00pm

13:40 – 14:20pm

14:00 – 14:40pm

14:20 – 15:00pm

14:40 – 15:20pm

15:00 – 15:40pm

Admissions: 15 persons per session, around 40 minutes per session (on a first-come, first-served basis)

Assembly point: Tai O Fishermen Image Gallery (Opposite to Tai O Bus Terminus)

For details and registration, please visit the official Facebook page of the Tai O Cultural Association.

(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8WoYccIT423dwqGdBi4rsbsdpzoJYHy_qUeF7FqXgcazYTg/viewform)

Traditional Fishing Net Weaving Workshop

Hosted by the Tai O Cultural Association, local fishermen will demonstrate traditional craft to weave modern fishing net products, enabling guests to experience the indigenous fishing village culture. After the workshop, participants can take home their handmade creations to create lasting memories.

Venue: Tai O Heritage Hotel

Tai O Auspicious Art Installations

Spinning Good Wishes for the Year of the Snake

‘Spinning Good Wishes for the Year of the Snake’ comprises 138 dazzling, colourful windmills, which connote ‘movement of the heaven and earth’ and symbolises fortune, happiness and auspiciousness in Chinese culture. Tai O Heritage Hotel extends joy and hearty wishes to the community, wishing everyone a new year filled with boundless abundance and prosperity.

Auspicious Blessings Lanterns

Featuring 18 vibrant lanterns, ‘Auspicious Blessings Lanterns’ illuminate the picturesque coastal scenery, radiating joy and festivity — an unmissable photo spot for capturing cherished moments with family and friends.

Open Day Special Set at Tai O Lookout

Tai O Lookout presents the ‘Open Day Special Set’, priced at HK$328* for two persons. Enjoy a smorgasbord of dishes loaded with Tai O indigenous flavours, such as Crispy Chicken Wings with Shrimp Paste, Mini Fish Fillet Burger with Shrimp Paste Tartar Sauce and Mountain Begonia Pancake.

Available from 11:30 am17:00 pm

Reservation: +852 2985 8383

*Terms and conditions apply.

^Available while stock lasts.

About the Hong Kong Heritage Conservation Foundation

Hong Kong Heritage Conservation Foundation Limited (HCF) is a not-for-profit organisation established by the Ng Family in March 2008. It identifies and showcases the heritage significance of historical projects. HCF holds the belief that conservation of cultural heritage helps the community to build a sense of identity and strengthen relationships in society. The primary objectives of HCF are to revitalise and conserve historic buildings, and to promote the appreciation and importance of cultural heritage to the community. Directors of HCF are enthusiastic supporters of community initiatives, and possess considerable experience in heritage buildings revitalisation projects. They have been actively involved in many heritage projects, including Tai O Heritage Hotel, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, The Fullerton Waterboat House, Clifford Pier, Customs House and Far East Square.

www.hkheritage.org

About Tai O Heritage Hotel

Tai O Heritage Hotel, located in Shek Tsai Po Street, Tai O and surrounded by lush greenery, has been transformed from the 122-year-old Old Tai O Police Station, built in 1902 and graded as a Grade II historic building by the Antiquities Advisory Board. The hotel is part of Batch I of Hong Kong SAR Government Development Bureau’s Revitalising Historic Buildings through Partnership Scheme. Opened in March 2012 and operated as a not-for-profit social enterprise, Tai O Heritage Hotel provides free guided tours daily for the general public and charitable organisations with the aim of heightening awareness of the conservation of historic buildings. It is home to nine elegantly decorated rooms, the Heritage Interpretation Centre and the glass-roofed open-view restaurant Tai O Lookout. The Hotel has won the Award of Merit at UNESCO 2013 Asia- Pacific Cultural Heritage Awards and has been voted as ‘Asia’s Leading Heritage Hotel 2016′ in World Travel Awards™. It has welcomed more than 2 million visitors and guests since opening.

www.taioheritagehotel.com

Audience Invited to Try Martial Arts at Japanese Budo Event in Vientiane

the 22nd Japanese Martial Arts (Budo) Demonstration
the 22nd Japanese Martial Arts (Budo) Demonstration

On 25 January, Lao and Japanese martial artists gathered at the Budo Center to showcase the performance disciplines of  Kendo, Aikido, Karatedo, and Judo. The demonstration included a variety of training techniques, fighting skills, and the unique characteristics of each martial art.

The event, the 22nd Japanese Martial Arts (Budo) Demonstration, was organized by the Embassy of Japan in Laos, with practitioners affiliated with the Lao National Judo Federation, the Lao National Karatedo Federation, the Lao National Aikido Club, and the Lao Kendo Club.

Aikido
Aikido
Karatedo
Karatedo
Judo
Judo
Kendo
Kendo

 

 

 

 

                 “This year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Laos. To commence this memorial year, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone visited Japan from 21 to 23 January. I am pleased to host today’s martial arts demonstration as a major event in Laos following Prime Minister Sonexay’s visit to Japan,” said Koizumi Tsutomu, Ambassador of Japan to Laos, in his opening speech.

During the event, members of the audience were invited to participate and learn basic martial arts skills from experienced instructors in a hands-on trial session.

“I am convinced that the spirit of martial arts, including courtesy and respect for others, which can be glimpsed in their posture and every gesture, will surely be passed on to the next generation,” the ambassador concluded.