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A Decade of Challenge and Collaboration: APRIL Reflects on Scientific Leadership in Peatland Management

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2025 – APRIL Group recently marked a decade of groundbreaking collaboration between its independent Peatland Expert Working Group (IPEWG) and its in-house Peatland Science team, highlighting the role of science in guiding responsible peatland management.

APRIL, a member of the RGE group of companies founded by Sukanto Tanoto, set up IPEWG in 2015 to provide independent advice on responsible peatland management. Over the past ten years, the group’s work has not only informed APRIL’s operational decisions but has also contributed significantly to the global understanding of tropical peatlands.

“The launch of the IPEWG was a leap of faith for both the company and the scientific community,” said Dr. Ruth Nussbaum, IPEWG Coordinator and Director of Proforest. “What made it truly unique was the level of access and collaboration granted to independent scientists, allowing us to rigorously advise on operational decisions while contributing to global research.”

IPEWG members worked closely with APRIL’s Peatland Science team, supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure, including four Eddy Covariance Flux Towers measuring greenhouse gas emissions from different landscapes at heights of 40 to 48 meters above the forest canopy. Long-term monitoring studies across hundreds of sites provided a robust evidence base for operational decisions, from canal infrastructure planning to broader sustainability initiatives.

This collaboration has also advanced peatland science worldwide. Research co-published by IPEWG and APRIL’s scientists in leading journals such as Global Change Biology, Nature Geoscience and Nature has enriched understanding of tropical peatlands, while data and findings have been shared at international scientific conferences to the benefit of the broader scientific community.

With the conclusion of the IPEWG’s current phase, APRIL is integrating its expertise into the next stage of oversight. Dr. Fahmuddin Agus of Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), a long-standing IPEWG member, has joined APRIL’s independent Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC) in December 2025. His role will strengthen the SAC’s expertise in sustainable peatland management and greenhouse gas monitoring, offering a more interdisciplinary perspective on the social, economic, and ecological dimensions of peatland landscapes beyond APRIL’s concessions.

“The inclusion of Dr Fahmuddin Agus ensures the spirit of independent scientific challenge continues within APRIL’s governance framework,” said Craig Tribolet, Director of Sustainability and External Affairs, APRIL Group. “It reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining world-class standards in peatland management as outlined in SFMP 2.0 and our APRIL2030 commitments.”

Over the past decade, APRIL and IPEWG have built trust, refined operational practices and shared knowledge with the global scientific community. While challenges remain in managing peatlands amid climate change, APRIL’s experience demonstrates how science-driven collaboration can yield lasting sustainability outcomes.

The newly published report, Challenge & Collaboration: A Decade of the Independent Peat Expert Working Group, documents this journey, highlighting lessons learned and the path forward for integrating rigorous science into corporate sustainability leadership. Read the report here: https://www.aprildialog.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IPEWG-FA_Digital_upsize.pdf.Hashtag: #RGE #APRIL #APRIL2030 #IPEWG #GHG #Biodiversity #Conservation #Peatland #Nature #Indonesia #Sustainability


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About APRIL Group

APRIL Group is a leading producer of fibre, pulp and paper with plantations and manufacturing operations in Riau Province, Indonesia. We are committed to sustainability in our business and in the broader landscapes where we operate. Under our production-protection model, we adopted a unique 1-for-1 goal where we aim to conserve one hectare of forest for every hectare of plantation, and currently conserve and restore about 460,000 hectares of forests, including the largest peatland restoration project in Indonesia. For more information, visit www.aprilasia.com.

HashMicro Highlights Enterprise Warehouse Management Priorities and Technology Trends for 2026

SINGAPORE, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HashMicro, a leading enterprise software provider in Southeast Asia, has published new insights into how large organizations are redefining warehouse operations in 2026. Based on its experience supporting more than 2,000 enterprise clients, HashMicro outlines the major considerations businesses are weighing as warehouse environments grow more distributed, data-driven, and performance-critical.

According to HashMicro, warehouse operations have evolved far beyond basic storage and picking. They now function as a strategic engine that influences delivery performance, cost management, and overall customer experience. As enterprises scale across multiple locations and sales channels, the demand for intelligent, automated, and fully connected warehouse management systems continues to accelerate.

Why Warehouse Strategy Has Become an Executive Priority

HashMicro’s enterprise observations show that organizations operating without modern warehouse systems frequently encounter inventory inconsistencies, inefficient picking cycles, recurring fulfillment errors, and fragmented data flows. Over time, these inefficiencies lead to rising operational costs, delivery delays, and declining service reliability.

To address these challenges, warehouse platforms in 2026 are expected to deliver continuous visibility, advanced automation, and data-driven coordination across inbound, storage, and outbound operations—creating stable, high-performance fulfillment at scale.

Seven Core Factors Enterprises Now Evaluate

Based on HashMicro’s industry analysis, enterprises selecting warehouse management software in 2026 consistently focus on the following priorities:

1. End-to-End Operational Visibility

Enterprises require real-time insight into stock positions, item movement, and warehouse activity across all facilities. Consistent tracking and standardized execution help ensure reliable data and tighter operational governance.

2. Automation Across Inbound and Outbound Processes

Organizations increasingly seek warehouse platforms that automate receiving, putaway, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch. Automation reduces dependency on manual input, lowers error rates, and sustains throughput during peak periods.

3. Fulfilment Speed and Accuracy Optimization

Enterprises prioritize systems that enhance order processing through efficient picking strategies, guided packing workflows, coordinated delivery management, and complete traceability from order release to final shipment.

4. Multi-Warehouse Coordination

As warehouse networks expand, businesses require centralized systems that standardize workflows, manage inter-warehouse transfers, optimize replenishment, and provide unified performance visibility across locations.

5. Intelligent Forecasting and Capacity Planning

Modern warehouse platforms are expected to incorporate AI-powered forecasting that analyzes historical demand, trends, and seasonality. This supports more accurate purchasing decisions and improved space and capacity utilization.

6. Industry Alignment and Deployment Flexibility

Enterprises favor solutions that offer sector-specific configurations for industries such as distribution, retail, manufacturing, logistics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cold-chain operations. Modular architecture and cloud deployment allow organizations to scale while tailoring system complexity.

7. Usability, Scalability, and Long-Term Support

Ease of adoption, platform stability, and support for large distributed teams are essential. Enterprises also place strong emphasis on implementation quality, post-deployment support, and long-term system sustainability.

From Evaluation to Enterprise Execution

In real-world deployments, HashMicro’s warehouse management implementations already reflect the full range of capabilities outlined above, while continuing to expand through enhanced automation, AI-driven intelligence, advanced analytics, and deeper cross-system integration.

Through its enterprise engagements, HashMicro has observed that competitive warehouse platforms must deliver not only operational control and automation, but also continuous innovation in forecasting, space optimization, workflow orchestration, and system architecture to remain effective beyond 2026.

HashMicro’s View on the Future of Warehouse Management

HashMicro notes that leading enterprises are increasingly adopting warehouse platforms that unify real-time inventory tracking, multi-warehouse coordination, automated inbound and outbound operations, optimized picking and packing, AI-powered forecasting, and advanced visualization technologies such as 3D warehouse mapping.

These capabilities enable organizations to identify constraints, optimize space usage, enhance workflow efficiency, and sustain high service levels as order volumes and distribution complexity continue to rise.

By connecting warehouse operations with purchasing, sales, accounting, logistics, and enterprise systems, organizations are repositioning warehouse management as a strategic performance driver rather than a purely operational function.

Building Resilient Warehouse Operations for the Years Ahead

As global supply chains become more dynamic and delivery expectations intensify, HashMicro believes enterprises must invest in warehouse management platforms that combine intelligence, automation, scalability, and deep operational integration.

Organizations that adopt modern warehouse systems, according to HashMicro, will be best positioned to achieve faster fulfillment, stronger cost discipline, improved accuracy, and sustainable long-term growth well into the future.

USAS Building System Listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange: A Top-Three Industrial Prefabricated Steel Structure Solution Provider Enters a New Phase in the Capital Markets

HONG KONG, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On 30 December, USAS Building System (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (the “Company” or “USAS”) was officially listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, marking the completion of an important step in the Company’s entry into the international capital markets and the commencement of a new development phase as a publicly listed company accessible to public investors.

The successful listing represents not only a key milestone in the development history of USAS, but also brings the industrial prefabricated steel structure segment—long serving the manufacturing sector—into clearer view of the capital markets through a more representative business profile.

As a prefabricated steel structure building solution provider focused on the industrial sector, USAS addresses the construction needs of manufacturing plants and industrial projects by offering integrated subcontracting services covering design optimisation, procurement, manufacturing and on-site installation. According to the Frost & Sullivan Report, by revenue in 2024, the Company ranked third in China’s industrial prefabricated steel structure building market.

A Stable Operating Scale Provides a Foundation After Listing

From an operating perspective, USAS has established a relatively stable business scale. As disclosed in the prospectus, from 2022 to 2024, the Company recorded revenue of approximately RMB1,903 million, RMB1,453 million and RMB1,523 million, respectively, maintaining an overall scale at the level of over RMB1 billion. Among these, prefabricated steel structure building subcontracting services have consistently been the core source of revenue. In 2024, revenue from this business amounted to approximately RMB1,241 million, accounting for 81.5% of total revenue, demonstrating the Company’s high level of focus on its core industrial prefabricated steel structure business.

Against the backdrop of pronounced project-based business characteristics, the Company’s profitability structure has also remained relatively stable. From 2022 to 2024, USAS recorded overall gross profit margins of 12.7%, 14.8% and 12.5%, respectively, while the gross profit margin of the core subcontracting business remained within the 13%–15% range over the long term, reflecting a relatively mature operating system in project management, cost control and delivery capability. At the same time, the prospectus shows that the Company’s operating cash flow performance has remained stable, with sound liquidity, providing the necessary financial support for the continued advancement of its business and the execution of projects.

Clear Long-Term Logic for Industrial Buildings, with Overseas Business as an Incremental Supplement

From an industry perspective, industrial prefabricated steel structure buildings primarily serve manufacturing plants and industrial projects, and their demand is highly correlated with the manufacturing investment cycle. As manufacturing develops toward higher-end, larger-scale and more intensive operations, industrial projects increasingly require higher construction efficiency, structural safety and system integration capabilities, giving prefabricated steel structures a clear industrial rationale for application in industrial buildings.

While continuing to deepen its presence in the domestic industrial market, USAS has also gradually expanded its related overseas business. The prospectus discloses that revenue from the Company’s industrial environmental equipment business is mainly derived from overseas markets. Revenue from this segment increased from approximately RMB31.82 million in 2022 to approximately RMB100 million in 2024, with the gross profit margin rising to 18.9% over the same period. The relevant business has covered multiple overseas markets and has obtained certifications in China, the United States, Europe and Canada, laying a foundation for the Company’s cross-regional project execution and overseas expansion.

Using the Hong Kong Listing as a New Starting Point to Advance Long-Term Industrial Building Deployment

Following the completion of its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, USAS has formally entered the public capital market system. In line with the development directions disclosed in the prospectus, the Company will continue to deepen its presence in the industrial building sector in the future. While consolidating its core prefabricated steel structure business, the Company will promote synergies among different business segments and steadily advance its overseas market expansion.

Against the backdrop of manufacturing investment cycles, industrial building upgrades and the gradual release of overseas demand, USAS has built a verifiable business foundation through years of project accumulation, a stable revenue scale and a gradually taking-shape overseas footprint. With the listing platform now in place, the Company’s operational capabilities and development path in the industrial prefabricated steel structure segment are expected to continue advancing under conditions of higher transparency and broader market participation.

ASUS Previews Next-Gen Zenbook DUO, First-Ever ProArt GoPro Laptop, and New AI PC Lineup Ahead of CES 2026

ASUS to kick off CES 2026 with bold new AI PCs and visionary technology that redefine what’s possible for tomorrow’s creativity and everyday life

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ASUS announced the upcoming Always Incredible virtual launch event at CES 2026, where the company will unveil the latest portfolio of AI PCs. Streaming globally on January 6, 2026, at 09:00 PST (17:00 GMT) via the ASUS event site, the showcase will demonstrate how ASUS’s vision of Ubiquitous AI. Incredible Possibilities is shaping the future of intelligent computing and redefining user experiences across work, creativity, and daily life.

Image credit: ASUS
Image credit: ASUS

AI Designed for Real-World Impact

ASUS is committed to enhancing everyday life through AI. The company will unveil a comprehensive AI ecosystem designed to deliver intelligent assistance across its portfolio of Copilot+ PCs, lightweight laptops, and creator solutions. This is brought to life through two key initiatives: Everyday AI, which enhances daily convenience and connectivity, and Creator AI, which provides advanced tools to accelerate creative workflows.

The Future of Multitasking: The Next-Generation ASUS Zenbook DUO

Highlighting the Everyday AI vision, ASUS offered a preview of the next-generation ASUS Zenbook DUO, engineered for a revolutionary leap in mobile productivity. Crafted from innovative Ceraluminum™, its stronger and more durable form factor delivers a leap in performance and all-day battery life, redefining the workflow for modern professionals on the go.
Watch the official teaser video: The Next Chapter of ASUS Zenbook DUO

Creativity, Redefined: The First-Ever ProArt GoPro Edition

For the creator with an adventurous spirit, ASUS introduces the first-ever ProArt GoPro Edition. This groundbreaking collaboration redefines creativity for creators on the move, showcasing a transformation into a durable and premium powerhouse. Infused with GoPro’s signature blue theme, the ProArt GoPro edition is engineered for extreme conditions, empowering you to capture and craft your vision anywhere. It’s the ultimate laptop for your next adventure.
Watch the official teaser video: ProArt x GoPro

Experience the Always Incredible Launch

ASUS invites audiences worldwide to join the Always Incredible virtual launch event and discover how AI is being integrated into everyday life—unlocking new possibilities in creativity, productivity, and intelligent computing.

NOTES TO EDITORS 

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Agoda Spotlights Unique Ski Destinations in Asia for the 2026 Winter Ski Season

SINGAPORE, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the 2026 winter ski season approaches, digital travel platform Agoda highlights some of Asia’s most unique ski destinations to enjoy the snow and the slopes. According to Agoda’s 2026 Travel Outlook Report, a survey of Asian travelers revealed that outdoor adventure and activities ranked as the fourth most popular reason to travel in 2026. With a growing interest in immersive travel experiences, skiing has become a popular activity for both first-timers and seasoned skiers across the region.

With travelers today eager to create lasting memories through immersive experiences, skiing offers a perfect blend of adventure and cultural exploration. For novices and experts alike, Asia’s ski resorts provide diverse opportunities to enjoy the snow and the surrounding attractions.

Here is Agoda’s curated list of unique ski destinations in Asia to hit the slopes:

  1. Yabuli Ski Resort, Harbin, China 
    Yabuli Ski Resort, located in Harbin, China, is renowned for its extensive ski trails and modern facilities. As the largest ski resort in China, Yabuli offers a variety of slopes suitable for all skill levels. Beyond skiing, visitors can explore the enchanting Harbin Ice Festival, where intricate ice sculptures and vibrant lights create a magical winter wonderland. The resort’s proximity to Harbin also allows travelers to experience the city’s rich cultural heritage and delicious local cuisine.
  2. Hakuba Valley, Hakuba, Japan
    Nestled in the Japanese Alps, Hakuba Valley is a premier ski destination known for its powdery snow and breathtaking mountain views. With over ten ski resorts in the area, Hakuba offers a diverse range of slopes and terrain parks for skiers and snowboarders. Travelers can also enjoy traditional Japanese hot springs, or onsens, after a day on the slopes. The charming village atmosphere, combined with authentic Japanese hospitality, makes Hakuba Valley a must-visit for winter sports enthusiasts.
  3. High 1 Ski Resort, Jeongseon, South Korea
    High 1 Ski Resort in Jeongseon, South Korea, is celebrated for its state-of-the-art facilities and stunning natural scenery. The resort features a variety of slopes, including the longest ski run in South Korea, catering to both beginners and advanced skiers. In addition to skiing, visitors can explore the nearby Jeongseon Arirang Market, known for its vibrant local culture and traditional Korean delicacies. High 1’s proximity to Seoul also makes it easily accessible to those visiting the capital.
  4. Gulmarg Ski Resort, Gulmarg, India 
    Gulmarg Ski Resort, located in the picturesque region of Kashmir, India, offers a unique skiing experience with its pristine snow and panoramic views of the Himalayas. Known for its challenging slopes and off-piste opportunities, Gulmarg attracts adventurous skiers from around the world. Beyond skiing, travelers can immerse themselves in the rich cultural tapestry of Kashmir, exploring its historic sites and enjoying the warmth of local hospitality.

Jay Lee, Regional Director, North Asia at Agoda, shared, “Experiences and activities are among the top motivations for travel, and Asia offers a diverse array of choices for first-time and expert skiers alike. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, these destinations provide unforgettable experiences in unique cultural settings. Agoda is committed to making these destinations accessible and unforgettable for every traveler with great deals on flights, accommodations, and activities this winter season.”

For those planning their winter ski getaways, Agoda offers over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in the same booking. Discover the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app and start planning your next adventure today.

RWA.LTD Launches Vietnam Market Expansion: Using Ho Chi Minh City as a Strategic Hub to Explore Southeast Asia Deployment Pathways for Non-Financial RWA

HONG KONG, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Against the backdrop of real-world asset (RWA) digitization gradually moving from concept to practical application worldwide, Southeast Asia is emerging as a key frontier for the next wave of innovation and experimentation. Recently, RWA.LTD officially initiated its market expansion into Vietnam, selecting Ho Chi Minh City as its entry point. Centered on the issuance structure, compliance boundaries, application scenarios, and ecosystem partnerships for non-financial RWAs, the platform will undertake a phased and systematic market entry and validation program.

In recent years, Vietnam has remained highly active in the digital economy, fintech, and blockchain-related applications. Its youthful demographic profile, rapidly expanding middle class, widespread mobile internet adoption, and the government’s relatively pragmatic policy stance toward emerging technology industries together make the country an important window for understanding real demand for Web3 and asset digitization across Southeast Asia. For RWA.LTD—positioned around the core mission of “globalizing non-financial assets”—Vietnam is not simply the endpoint of single-market expansion, but a critical node for validating the model, refining execution pathways, and building regional collaboration capabilities.

This Vietnam expansion is not a traditional “set up presence—promote—acquire users” style of market growth. Instead, RWA.LTD is adopting a market-validation-first entry strategy. The team will focus on systematically mapping local demand structures, compliance logic, partnership networks, and early-stage application scenarios. Through in-depth research and hands-on engagement, RWA.LTD will assess the feasibility and replicability of different types of non-financial assets within the Vietnam market. The core purpose of this approach is to avoid fragmented trial-and-error, and instead build a structured, realistic understanding of the market within a relatively controlled timeframe.

At the execution level, the project will be centered in Ho Chi Minh City, supported by operational and implementation resources with local experience. Through targeted market research, competitor and case studies, interviews with potential partners, and the design of localization strategies, the team will gradually build a comprehensive view of Vietnam’s RWA ecosystem. By directly engaging local enterprises, ecosystem builders, professional institutions, and potential users, RWA.LTD aims to clarify which asset categories, application scenarios, and partnership models for non-financial RWAs are most likely to achieve early deployment in Vietnam—rather than simply copying prior experience from other markets.

Notably, this market entry will not be measured solely by short-term trading volume or user counts. Greater emphasis will be placed on building “market presence” and achieving initial validation of the business model. Within the project cycle, the team will simultaneously advance small-scale pilot initiatives and scenario design, observe real market feedback, and dynamically adjust subsequent strategies based on what is learned. This incremental approach is intended to provide a clear and evidence-based foundation for larger-scale resource investments in the future.

From a broader perspective, RWA.LTD views Vietnam as one of the key hubs connecting Southeast Asia. By gradually establishing stable market insights and partnership foundations in Ho Chi Minh City, the platform aims to build a region-wide collaborative network, supporting exploration into standardization and scaling for non-financial RWAs across different countries and scenarios. This process is not only about outcomes in a single market; it is also intended to accumulate replicable experience in compliance practice, technical deployment, and ecosystem collaboration for RWAs in emerging markets.

Industry consensus increasingly suggests that the core challenge of RWA lies not only in the technology itself, but in identifying sustainable deployment pathways across different regulatory systems, cultures, and business environments. RWA.LTD’s Vietnam expansion is a pragmatic attempt conducted within this context. By breaking market entry into executable and measurable phases—rather than making a one-time bet—the initiative may be exploring not just an opportunity in one market, but a methodology for RWA deployment suited to emerging economies.

As the project progresses, on-the-ground feedback and practical outcomes from Vietnam will become an important reference for RWA.LTD’s subsequent expansion across Southeast Asia and other emerging markets. At a time when global asset digitization is accelerating, this move may become a meaningful annotation in the evolution of non-financial RWAs—from “conceptual narratives” toward “real-world applications.”

  

PolicyStreet Offers Uncapped 10% Car Insurance Savings with ’10+10′ Promo

The ’10+10′ Promo combines a 10% discount on car insurance and an additional RM10 at checkout, with FREE road tax available towards the end of each month.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PolicyStreet is rolling out its largest car insurance promotion to date with the launch of its ’10+10′ Promo, offering an uncapped 10% discount on car insurance premiums alongside an additional RM10 discount. Complemented by their free road tax offering, the campaign is designed to help Malaysians compare insurers and choose coverage that delivers the greatest value, best suited for their lifestyle.

Enjoy PolicyStreet’s ‘10+10’ Promo with a 10% discount on car insurance and an additional RM10 at checkout, plus FREE road tax available towards the end of each month.
Enjoy PolicyStreet’s ‘10+10’ Promo with a 10% discount on car insurance and an additional RM10 at checkout, plus FREE road tax available towards the end of each month.

“Running from 2 January until the end of April, the ’10+10′ Promo is structured around how Malaysians spend at different points of the month, as financial priorities and cashflow needs are not the same for everyone. Our goal is to make car insurance more accessible by offering meaningful savings and flexible options that cater to Malaysians across different financial situations,” said Yen Ming Lee, Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of PolicyStreet.

From the 1st to the 24th of each month, Malaysians can enjoy a 10% discount on their car insurance base premium after Non-Claim Discount (NCD), along with an additional RM10 discount provided by PolicyStreet, which will be reflected at the checkout page. The promotion is available daily during two dedicated sale windows, from 10 am to 11 am and 10 pm to 11 pm. For Malaysian drivers with base premiums of RM1,000 and above after NCD, the uncapped 10% discount translates into at least RM100 in savings.

From the 25th until the last day of the month, the campaign shifts focus to affordability, offering free road tax capped at RM90. Malaysians can pair this promotion with Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) options such as Atome, SPay Later, or Grab PayLater, helping to manage upfront costs while maintaining essential coverage.

As with PolicyStreet’s previous sales campaigns, customers can request a quotation via car.policystreet.com and complete payment during the designated sales windows to enjoy the promotion, no promo codes needed. Quotation links remain valid for up to two weeks, allowing customers sufficient time to review their options before proceeding with payment.

By running the campaign across the entire first quarter, PolicyStreet aims to give Malaysians the time and flexibility to plan, compare policies across insurers, and make informed decisions, rather than rushing into renewals out of necessity.

Beyond discounts, PolicyStreet continues to offer Malaysians a seamless digital experience, enabling them to compare car insurance policies across insurers, renew road tax, and explore flexible payment options, all in one place.

As Malaysians look to stay on track with their financial goals in 2026, PolicyStreet’s ’10+10′ Promo reinforces a simple idea: meaningful savings should not come at the expense of choice. By combining smarter comparisons with meaningful discounts and flexible payment options, Malaysians can make more informed car insurance decisions as they start the year.

For more information on the ’10+10′ Promo, visit https://policystreet.com.my/tnc.

About PolicyStreet

PolicyStreet is a regional full-stack insurance technology (insurtech) group of companies providing cutting-edge digital insurance solutions to businesses and consumers in Southeast Asia and Australia.

PolicyStreet works directly with over 40 life, general insurers and Takaful providers globally to offer a comprehensive range of products and services, which includes but is not limited to embedded insurance, customised employee benefits, financial advisory and aggregation of insurance, as well as the development of digital solutions to make insurance purposeful and simple for businesses and consumers.

As a licensed Reinsurer, General Insurer and Takaful Operator by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA), an approved Financial Adviser and Islamic Financial Adviser by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), and a licensee of the Australian Financial Services License by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), PolicyStreet is able to underwrite, customise policies, and provide unbiased advice to its clients and partners worldwide.

PolicyStreet is backed by the Malaysian sovereign wealth fund, Khazanah Nasional Berhad, and serves over 10 million customers with over US$ 10 billion in sum insured. In 2024, PolicyStreet was recognised as “Fintech of the Year” at The Asset’s Triple A Digital Awards and was the winner of the Fintech Excellence Award for Financial Inclusion at the Singapore Fintech Festival, endorsed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). The company was also ranked as the second-highest Malaysian company in the “High-Growth Companies in Asia Pacific 2024″ list by Statista and The Financial Times.

Achieving common prosperity through stable cooperation: Global Times

BEIJING, Dec. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Why has a Hollywood movie grossed far more in China than in North America? The currently screening animated Hollywood film Zootopia 2, as of press time, has taken in over 3.9 billion yuan in box office revenue in the Chinese mainland, far exceeding its North American earnings and temporarily making it the highest-grossing Hollywood animated movie. The extensive credits at the end of the film reflect the deep integration between the Chinese and American industries. Media analysis suggests that the booming Chinese film market not only presents commercial opportunities for global cinema but also highlights China’s openness and vitality.

Recently, a delegation of Chinese entrepreneurs visited Washington, San Francisco, Oakland and other places in the US. Both the Chinese and American business communities are actively implementing the important consensus the two heads of state reached at their meeting in Busan, deepening economic and trade exchanges and cooperation. Since the Busan meeting in October, China-US relations have generally remained stable and positive, which has been widely welcomed by both countries and the international community. This again shows that dialogue between China and the US is better than confrontation, cooperation is better than a zero-sum game, stability is better than volatility and common prosperity is the right way forward.

China and the US should be partners and friends. This is what history has taught us and what reality needs. The economic and trade relations between China and the US are mutually beneficial and win-win in nature. Some individuals in the US talk about “the US being ripped off by China,” which is a complete misreading of the facts. The volume of trade between the two countries has surged from less than $2.5 billion in 1979 to nearly $688.3 billion in 2024, an increase of over 270 times, demonstrating strong resilience and endogenous momentum. If one had been ripping the other off in China-US economic and trade relations, such a scale of cooperation would be impossible. Both sides have their own advantages in natural endowments, markets, capital and technology, and their complementarities are strong, creating vast room for cooperation. Over the long term, the interests of China and the US have become deeply intertwined.

Chinese ancestors once said, “Parties involved in trade can have their needs met and obtain more benefits.” The inscription at the gate of the Commerce Research Library reads, “Cultivate peace and commerce with all.” Bilateral trade in goods, service trade and two-way investment have brought tangible benefits to enterprises and people in both countries. Currently, US exports to China and Chinese investments in the US generate approximately 1 million jobs. China has long been the largest export market for US agricultural products. At the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo, the number of US participating enterprises increased by 15 percent compared to last year, maintaining the largest number of foreign exhibitors. Facing opportunities and the door to prosperity, enterprises from China and US have made their choice with actions. As Sean Stein, president of the US-China Business Council, noted, American companies have been in China for the last 50 years. They’re continuing to develop, expand and invest in China, more and more companies are choosing to develop joint ventures, and to partner very closely with Chinese companies.

Chinese President Xi Jinping pointed out that China’s development does not contradict US vision of “Making America Great Again.” The two countries can achieve mutual success and shared prosperity. Under the new situation, China and the US have more, not fewer, common interests, and the strategic value of cooperation has increased, not declined. Both nations face new development tasks and challenges and need to benefit from each other’s growth. Whether in traditional fields such as trade and agriculture, or in emerging areas like climate change and artificial intelligence, the shared interests and room for cooperation are infinitely vast. The success of one side is an opportunity for the other. Former US president Jimmy Carter once said, “In the long term, the American people will see that getting along with China is a key to our own prosperity, our own peace, and our good life.” This insight is becoming even more relevant in the current context.

Cooperation between China and the US benefits both sides, while confrontation harms both, a reality that has been repeatedly verified through practice. Mutual success and shared prosperity are tangible and observable outcomes. Looking to the future, the two sides should think big and recognize the long-term benefit of cooperation, implement the consensus reached by the two heads of state, continuously expand our list of cooperation and make the cake of cooperation bigger. We should work more closely together and do more big, practical and good things that benefit the two countries and the world.

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202512/1351802.shtml