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Zilliz Cloud Expands European Presence with New AWS Region in Ireland

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zilliz, the company behind the most popular open-source vector database Milvus, recently announced the availability of a new Zilliz Cloud region in AWS eu-west-1 (Ireland), further expanding its global infrastructure. This new region enables customers—from fast-moving startups to global enterprises—to build and scale AI applications while ensuring data locality, regulatory compliance, and improved performance across Western Europe, the UK, and Ireland.

With data residency and GDPR compliance becoming critical requirements for businesses operating in Europe, the new AWS Ireland region provides developers with greater control over where their data lives—without compromising on performance or flexibility. Ireland is one of the most widely adopted AWS regions in the world and serves as the European base for many of the largest global technology companies.

“As AI adoption accelerates across Europe, enterprises need data infrastructure that keeps pace—close to their users, compliant with local regulations, and ready for production scale,” said Charles Xie, CEO at Zilliz. “By adding Ireland to our European footprint alongside Frankfurt, we’re giving teams more choice in where they run their AI workloads, helping reduce cross-border data transfer costs while simplifying compliance. It’s another step in making Zilliz Cloud the most accessible vector database platform in the world.”

Global Infrastructure with Local Performance

Zilliz Cloud now operates across 30 cloud regions globally, making it one of the most geographically distributed vector database platforms available. The Ireland region joins key international deployments across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Key international regions include:

  • AWS: US East (N. Virginia), US East (Ohio), US West (Oregon), Canada (Central), Germany (Frankfurt), Ireland (new!), Singapore, Japan (Tokyo), Australia (Sydney)
  • Google Cloud: US West (Oregon), US East (N. Virginia), US Central (Iowa), Germany (Frankfurt), Singapore
  • Azure: US East (Virginia), US East 2 (Virginia), US Central (Iowa), Germany West Central (Frankfurt), Central India (Pune), North Europe (Ireland)

This expansion makes it simple for organizations to optimize for performance, data residency, and cost—all while scaling to support the most demanding AI workloads. With auto-scaling, usage-based pricing, and deployment flexibility across providers, Zilliz Cloud helps teams reduce operational overhead and focus on building AI applications that deliver value.

Now Available to All

The AWS Ireland region is now live and available to all Zilliz Cloud customers. Organizations can immediately begin deploying clusters in the new region through the Zilliz Cloud console. New users can create a free account to get started. Teams migrating from other vector databases or regions can take advantage of the Zilliz migration service for a seamless transition.

For more information about this new region, check out the launch blog or connect with our team for help.

About Zilliz

Zilliz is the company behind Milvus, the world’s most widely adopted open-source vector database. Zilliz Cloud brings that performance to production with a fully managed, cloud-native platform built for scalable, low-latency vector search and hybrid retrieval. It supports billion-scale workloads with sub-10ms latency, auto-scaling, and optimized indexes for GenAI use cases like semantic search and RAG.

Zilliz is built to make AI not just possible—but practical. With a focus on performance and cost-efficiency, it helps engineering teams move from prototype to production without overprovisioning or complex infrastructure. Over 10,000 organizations worldwide rely on Zilliz to build intelligent applications at scale.

Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, Zilliz is backed by leading investors, including Aramco’s Prosperity 7 Ventures, Temasek’s Pavilion Capital, Hillhouse Capital, 5Y Capital, Yunqi Partners, Trustbridge Partners, and others. Learn more at  Zilliz.com.

WaveSpeedAI Launches “Desktop”: The Ultimate Workflow for Power Users Running Daily AI Models

SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WaveSpeedAI, a leader in multimodal inference acceleration, today announced the launch of WaveSpeedAI Desktop. This professional-grade workspace is designed to transform AI generation from a series of experimental tasks into a streamlined, high-efficiency production workflow.

As AI moves into professional production, the bottleneck has shifted from model capability to workflow friction. WaveSpeedAI Desktop solves this by providing a structured local environment built for creators and developers who need to move fast.

Key Features for Professional Efficiency:

  • Multi-tab Workspace: Compare results across multiple models and parameters in one unified view.
  • High-Volume Batching: Generate up to 16 variations simultaneously for rapid creative iteration.
  • One-Click Templates: Save complex model and parameter configurations for instant reuse.
  • Full LoRA Support: Complete management for precise style control and personalized generation.
  • Local Asset Management: A robust history system that provides version control and easy traceability for all generated content.

“Less Friction, More Creating” “The goal of Desktop is simple: to make the tool disappear so creation can take center stage,” said the WaveSpeedAI Team. “We are bridging the gap between high-speed infrastructure and the daily needs of the power user.”

Availability

WaveSpeedAI Desktop is now available for download. For more information, visit: https://wavespeed.ai/landing/desktop

About WaveSpeedAI

WaveSpeedAI provides the underlying infrastructure for high-speed, secure multimodal generation, empowering the next generation of AI-driven creativity.

Media Contact: shu@wavespeed.ai

Spring Travel in Taiwan: Discover Three Birdwatching Highlights in Yunlin-Chiayi-Tainan — Your One-Stop Coastal Getaway

Winter Migratory Birdwatching in Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan × A Slow-City Experience in Tainan × The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi

TAIPEI, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from The Hub News:  

As the spring travel season approaches, the Southwest Coast National Scenic Area Headquarters under Taiwan’s Tourism Administration, in partnership with local stakeholders, has introduced a new spring travel program that blends ecological discovery, cultural exploration, and sustainable tourism experiences.

Taiwan Lantern Festival In Chiayi (Image source: Taiwan Lantern Festival official website)
Taiwan Lantern Festival In Chiayi (Image source: Taiwan Lantern Festival official website)

This curated itinerary brings together coastal birdwatching across the Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan region, leisurely journeys through Tainan’s historic heritage, culinary culture, and vibrant city life, as well as the spectacular 2026 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi. Together, these experiences create a seamless, one-stop journey designed to showcase the unique natural beauty, cultural richness, and coastal charm of southern Taiwan.

Black-faced Spoonbill (Image source: Southwest Coast National Scenic Area Headquarters)
Black-faced Spoonbill (Image source: Southwest Coast National Scenic Area Headquarters)

Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan Coast: The Last Chance for Spring Migratory Birdwatching

Spring marks the final prime season for observing migratory birds before their northward migration. The Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan coastal region features lagoons, sandbars, wetlands, and mangrove ecosystems that support hundreds of bird species each winter. Rare birds such as the black-faced spoonbill and pied avocet are active in salt pans and wetlands, and guided local tours allow visitors to observe birdlife easily with the naked eye or a smartphone—an experience suitable for families and international birdwatching enthusiasts alike.

Discover Slow Travel in Tainan: Asia’s Leading Sustainable Tourism City

Recognized in 2023 as one of the world’s Top 10 Sustainable Tourism Destinations, Tainan is the only Asian city to receive this distinction. Within its historic alleyways, temple lanterns glow alongside centuries-old residences, while vibrant street food culture blends seamlessly with rich heritage—making Tainan an ideal destination for immersive cultural travel.

Visitors can embrace a “slow travel, slow dining, and slow living” experience, exploring Anping, Sicao, and the Qigu Salt Mountain via the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle. This relaxed journey offers an authentic way to experience Tainan’s sustainable lifestyle and distinctive cultural charm.

Tea Discourse Repository (Image source: Taiwan Lantern Festival official website)
Tea Discourse Repository (Image source: Taiwan Lantern Festival official website)

2026 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi: Where Technology Meets Tradition

The 2026 Taiwan Lantern Festival will take place from March 3 to 15 in Taibao City, Chiayi County, under the theme “Illuminate Taiwan, Shine Chiayi.” Blending traditional lantern craftsmanship with digital technology, the festival will showcase more than 600 illuminated art installations. The main lantern draws inspiration from the sacred giant trees of Alishan, symbolizing Chiayi’s rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes.

Beyond the main exhibition area, visitors can explore themed IP zones (including Super Mario), interactive light installations, and family-friendly activities, creating an immersive nighttime experience of light, art, and culture for visitors of all ages.

A One-Stop Spring Travel Experience You Won’t Want to Miss

This integrated three-in-one travel experience highlights the diverse natural landscapes and cultural richness of southern Taiwan while embracing the principles of sustainable tourism. It invites travelers to explore Taiwan in spring at a relaxed pace, encouraging deeper, more meaningful connections with both nature and local culture.

Equally appealing is the convenience of the journey: the three destinations are all within easy reach of one another, with travel times of roughly an hour between sites by car or public transport. For international visitors, the region is just over an hour from Kaohsiung International Airport, making this spring getaway both accessible and effortlessly enjoyable.

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An Encounter with China: Chinese New Year in Paris: Nanjing Intangible Cultural Heritage Shines


PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2026 – On February 10, the day of China’s Little New Year, An Encounter with China: Chinese New Year was held at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. The millennia‑old ancient capital Nanjing presented a “condensed version” of Chinese New Year through folk customs, art dialogues, and other forms. Representatives from permanent delegations of over 100 countries and international friends gathered to celebrate the Spring Festival, building a bridge for mutual learning among civilizations.

An Encounter with China: Celebrating Chinese New Year
An Encounter with China: Celebrating Chinese New Year

In December 2024, the Spring Festival was inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Khaled El-Enany, Director‑General of UNESCO, stated that the Spring Festival has become a globally shared cultural event, and its inscription highlights the global influence of Chinese culture. Yang Xinyu, Ambassador of China’s Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, praised Nanjing, calling this “City of Literature” a city that brings the charm and warmth of the Spring Festival to Paris, showcasing the profound heritage and contemporary value of Chinese culture.

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Nanjing is home to the Nanjing City Wall, the largest existing ancient city wall in the world, and its Yunjin brocade weaving technique has been inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. At the event, the 2026 Spring Festival Temple Fair, hosted by China’s Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, kicked off with great excitement. Inside the headquarters hall, the Nanjing Cultural Symbols Exhibition drew large crowds: Fuma lanterns and Yulong lanterns glittered with brilliance, while Yunjin brocade and velvet flower crafts dazzled with their exquisite artistry. At the interactive area titled “Rubbing to Transmit Cultural Heritage,” guests personally took rubbings of inscriptions from Nanjing City Wall bricks.

In Nanjing itself, the Qinhuai Lantern Fair, with a history of over 1,700 years, illuminates the Confucius Temple; around the Ming City Wall, people “climb the city wall to walk off ailments,” visit temple fairs, and attend exhibitions, making the stories of the city wall a bond connecting the world.

During the event, Nanjing intangible cultural heritage inheritors, design scholars, and world‑leading designers gathered at the Manufacture Nationale de France for a dialogue titled “Reshaping and Interweaving Heritage.” Nanjing upholds the principles of “living heritage and two‑way empowerment,” through authentic restoration, international exchanges, and artistic co‑creation, allowing millennia‑old craftsmanship wisdom to serve the present, and enabling the world to appreciate the charm of Chinese New Year and the enduring power of Chinese civilization.

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China’s “Space Town” Takes Shape: Rocket Launches Drive Industrial and Tourism Growth


WENCHANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2026 – China recently launched a Long March-12 carrier rocket from Wenchang, successfully sending the 19th group of low-orbit internet satellites into preset orbit. This mission marked the 12th launch since the country’s first commercial spacecraft launch site entered service, signaling that the facility has entered a phase of high-density, routine operations.

An aerial drone photo shows seaside homestays and coffee shops in Longlou Town, Wenchang, south China's Hainan Province. (Xinhua/Pu Xiaoxu)
An aerial drone photo shows seaside homestays and coffee shops in Longlou Town, Wenchang, south China’s Hainan Province. (Xinhua/Pu Xiaoxu)

Wenchang benefits from distinct natural and geological advantages. As China’s southernmost launch site, its proximity to the equator improves payload efficiency. The expansive surrounding sea areas ensure safety for launch drop zones, while accessible maritime transport solves the logistical challenge of shipping large rocket.

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The steady launch capacity, together with Hainan Free Trade Port policies such as zero tariffs, low tax rates, and a simplified tax system, is attracting aerospace companies from around the world. To date, more than 700 space-related enterprises have settled in the Wenchang International Aerospace City (WIAC), covering the entire industrial chain from rocket manufacturing and satellite design to data applications.

In 2025, the WIAC recorded annual revenue exceeding 20 billion yuan (approximately 2.9 billion U. S. dollars). With core infrastructure facilities gradually put to operations, a complete industrial chain—from manufacturing and assembling to launch operations—is rapidly taking shape.

“What attracted us here is not only the launch capability, but the entire industrial ecosystem,” said a senior executive of a satellite-related company based in the WIAC. “Finding partners and testing solutions here is extremely efficient.”

Space launches are also reshaping the local tourism landscape. According to official statistics, Wenchang recorded more than one million tourist trips in 2025. Many of the tourists were “rocket-chasers.” Launch viewing areas and the local aerospace science and education center have become popular destinations, boosting business for nearby homestays, restaurants, and related services.

“We used to live by the weather, now we live by the rockets,” a local homestay operator remarked, which highlighted the area’s transition from a traditional fishing community to a modern aerospace hub.

It was revealed that multiple launch pads are under construction at the Hainan Commercial Space Launch Site. As infrastructure continues to improve, a “Space Town” featuring the aerospace industry and themed tourism is taking shape along China’s southern coast.

Hashtag: #Wenchang

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OneSchool Global Wins “Virtual Event of the Year” for Perfect Pitch at Ragan Video, Visual & Virtual Awards

Global student pitch competition recognized for high-impact virtual engagement, real-world learning and cross-campus collaboration

SYDNEY and BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OneSchool Global (OSG), a global educational system with more than 120 campuses in 20 countries, has earned the Virtual Event of the Year award at the 2025 Ragan Video, Visual & Virtual Awards for its global student initiative Perfect Pitch, hailed as a leading example of innovative, high-impact virtual engagement.

OneSchool Global's Perfect Pitch competition title slide graphic.
OneSchool Global’s Perfect Pitch competition title slide graphic.

Presented by Ragan Communications, the global awards program is widely regarded as one of the industry’s most respected benchmarks, celebrating excellence in video, visual design, and virtual events.

Judges praised Perfect Pitch for its strong real-world learning outcomes, seamless global execution, and high levels of engagement, highlighting how the event brought together students, educators, and judges across continents to collaborate, innovate, and present ideas on a truly global stage.

Launched globally in 2024, Perfect Pitch culminated in a live, professionally produced virtual showcase connecting more than 5,000 viewers across 120 OSG campuses in 10 time zones. From an initial cohort of more than 100 students working in international teams, the top finalists pitched their ideas during the live event through polished video presentations, live Q&A, and real-time feedback from a global judging panel.

“Perfect Pitch exemplifies what future-focused education can look like when students are trusted with authentic, complex challenges,” said Matt Phillips, Global Head of Education at OneSchool Global. “This recognition affirms our commitment to real-world learning experiences that develop confidence, collaboration, and entrepreneurial thinking at a global scale.”

The event was delivered in partnership with Corporate Technology Services (CTS), which supported the technical design and delivery of the live broadcast across multiple time zones.

“Delivering a live global event of this scale and complexity required meticulous planning, close collaboration and a shared commitment to quality,” said Duncan Lugstein, Managing Director at Corporate Technology Services. “Perfect Pitch was not only a technical achievement, but a powerful demonstration of what’s possible when technology is used to amplify student voice and innovation.”

The Virtual Event of the Year award further reinforces OneSchool Global’s position as a leader in digitally enabled, student-centered learning experiences.

To view highlights from the award-winning event, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yOMElPytDo

For more information about the Ragan Video, Visual & Virtual Awards and the 2025 winners, visit: https://www.ragan.com/awards/video-visual-virtual-awards/2025/winners/

About OneSchool Global: OneSchool Global is an educational system attended by families of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church with 120+ campuses across 20 countries, where it provides an innovative learning and teaching program to over 8,000 students. For more information about OSG, go to www.oneschoolglobal.com.

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Trendy Toys Gather at Trendy Temple Fair: Come and Enjoy the Chinese New Year in Chaoyang


BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2026 – When you think of the Chinese New Year, lively lion dances and vibrant red lanterns surely come to mind. But this time, in Beijing’s Chaoyang District, you might brush past an adorable panda mascot, run into trendy IP characters on street corners, and discover themed artistic lanterns and festive markets. All these are available at the “Trendy Chaoyang, Trendy Temple Fair” event unfolding at the Chaoyangmen Outer Street area.

"Trendy Chaoyang, Trendy Temple Fair"
“Trendy Chaoyang, Trendy Temple Fair”

From February 10 (Little New Year in northern China on the Chinese lunar calendar) to March 8, the UIC block in the Chaoyangmen Outer Street area transforms into an open-air New Year playground. The most eye-catching are the nearly 100 “pandas” scattered throughout the block—not real giant pandas, but art installations, lanterns, pop-up IPs, and interactive photo spots inspired by various trendy characters. Top panda celebrities like Beijing Zoo’s Meng Lan, Chengdu’s He Hua, Hu Hu from the movie Panda Plan, Bing Dwen Dwen (a mascot of Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games), Pang Anda (a mascot of Air China), and 52TOYS’ Panda Roll, among others, have all gathered here. Additionally, over ten renowned domestic and international IPs, such as MOLLY from Pop Mart and WAKUKU from HERE, have also “traveled” here, creating a warm, healing, fun-filled, adorable universe.

Apart from trendy toy IPs, the event offers diverse Spring Festival experiences: Yingge Dance from the Chaoshan area of Guangdong Province makes its debut in Beijing, beating majestic New Year drums; folk song and dance performances from Guangxi and other ethnic areas showcase the diverse flavors of Chinese New Year. Visitors can enjoy specially crafted drinks from AI-powered unmanned beverage stations while appreciating intangible cultural heritage crafts and designer brands at the market. At THE BOX shopping mall, you can try VR tennis, visit a pet market, and interact with roaming non-player characters (NPCs) to receive red envelopes. After nightfall, lights, woven tree covers, and themed lighting effects turn the entire street into a dreamy open-air “art gallery.”

At historic sites such as Dongyue Temple and Ritan Park, Chaoyang District leverages local cultural heritage to create all-ages-friendly fairs combining exhibitions, fun activities, markets, and performances. This is not just a revival and celebration of Chinese New Year but also a cultural exchange that bridges tradition and modernity, folk customs and fashion, the local and the global.

Chaoyang’s “Trendy Temple Fair” welcomes everyone, no matter where you are from, with open arms, creative and heart-warming celebrations, inviting all to experience a Chinese New Year that is tangible, interactive, and full of surprises and happy memories.

Hashtag: #TrendyTempleFair

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Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio, new Standard for Coastal Urban Governance


HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2026 – The 21st century is no longer measuring cities by height or GDP growth, but by their capacity to anticipate, absorb, and regenerate. “Resilience” has shifted from a policy buzzword into a survival metric. Governance is no longer a background function, it is the nervous system of urban life.

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Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio exemplifies this strategic shift. At its core, the project places the governance (G) factor at the center of the ESG++ model, aiming to build a city capable of regeneration and proactive long-term adaptation. The project is positioning itself not as a late entrant but as a re-architect of coastal urban logic.

When Governance Defines Quality of Life

For decades, Asian urban development prioritized growth speed and capital attraction. However, climate-related pressures, urban flooding, rising operational costs have exposed the limits of those indicators. International research, including “Happiness in urban environments,” now links quality of life not only to amenities but also to safety and environmental resilience. Even technical standards such as ISO 37120 increasingly emphasize public service delivery and transparency over purely economic metrics.

This rebalancing is most visible in coastal cities, where high economic potential coexists with direct exposure to sea-level rise. Jakarta’s subsidence crisis and the challenges faced by Bangkok and Manila illustrate the long-term costs of prioritizing speed over adaptive capacity. In this context, urban governance must extend beyond routine administration to function as an integrated system of risk management, forecasting, and proactive response.

Can Gio as a Strategic Test of Adaptive Capacity

As Ho Chi Minh City expands southward, Can Gio presents a concentrated version of the challenges facing Southeast Asian coastal urbanism. The peninsula contains a dual ecological structure: a large marine interface and a UNESCO-recognized mangrove biosphere reserve. This configuration imposes high sensitivity on any development decision. The economic use of marine resources must align with conservation requirements and regional ecological safety.

From an international perspective, Can Gio serves not only as a green buffer but also as a governance test case, where development can proceed without repeating the costly lessons observed elsewhere.

Vinhomes Green Paradise responds to this challenge by expanding the conventional ESG framework into an ESG++ model structured around two additional pillars: regeneration and resilience.

Marc Townsend, Senior Advisor at Arcadia Consulting Vietnam, observed that prioritizing environmental protection over short-term profit targets represents a strategic choice that positions the project as a distinctive model worthy of regional discussion. The defining feature is the placement of governance (G) as the central layer, enabling consistent execution of environmental (E) and social (S) objectives through international benchmarks such as BREEAM and ISO 37122.

Data Infrastructure and the Urban Operating System

At the core of the governance model is the ESG Hub, an AI-integrated platform designed for continuous monitoring of environmental indicators, energy consumption, and emissions. The system generates automatic alerts when risk thresholds are breached and transmits data directly to public display screens and residents’ mobile devices.

In the long term, the ESG Hub also plays the role of a data platform for synthesizing ESG reports, managing emission reductions and tracking the carbon footprint throughout the super project’s lifecycle, a key factor for sustainable commitments to be verified by actual operational data.

Alongside data-driven governance, the ESG++ urban area incorporates infrastructure solutions tailored to coastal conditions. These include sea reclamation techniques, active flood warning and drainage regulation systems, and materials resistant to saltwater corrosion. Such features reflect a risk-prevention approach embedded from the design stage.

This smart city model, with the application of IoT, artificial intelligence and big data application, is integrated into core operational layers such as security, traffic, fire prevention and energy management. The residential experience is supported by an automated ecosystem comprising self-driving vehicles, delivery robots, and service robots. Within individual apartments, a centralized smart management interface allows residents to control lighting, temperature, and security systems.

The operating model does not rely solely on technology. A professionally trained management team and 24/7 resident services form a “soft governance layer” that reinforces system stability and consistency.

Broader Implications

From an investment perspective, urban governance capacity is consistently linked to the ability to accumulate long-term asset value. Once infrastructure linkages between Can Gio, central Ho Chi Minh City, and the international seaport system are completed, the area will transform from an ecological space to a marine tourism and logistics hub.

Practice from cities developed according to ESG standards like Hammarby Sjöstad or Sentosa shows that real estate value is always more stable and durable against fluctuation cycles.

At a broader level, Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio illustrates a shift in Vietnam’s approach to coastal urban development. The integration of governance with data systems and technology sends a signal to international observers: the future value of a city will be determined not by its physical mass but by its governance capacity and adaptive flexibility against market fluctuations.

Hashtag: #Vinhomes

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