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Jessica Mudditt Chronicles Her Journey Through Southeast Asia in New Memoir

Jessica Mudditt. Photo supplied.

It was the early 2000s when Jessica Mudditt spent months wandering through Southeast Asia, immersing herself in the stories of locals, channeling the spirit of Martha Gellhorn, an iconic journalist, and jotting down thousands of words of stories in hostel rooms. Little did she know, these diaries would become the foundation of her new life, which she skillfully described in her latest book, “Once Around the Sun.”

In this book, which is the first of two, Mudditt shares her transformative journey, stepping away from her ‘ordered’ life, leaving behind family, friends, and a career to embrace her “freedom.” 

Once Around The Sun

Mudditt began her journey in Southeast Asia at just 25, humble, lost in life, and unsure about her future. She is now an accomplished journalist with over a decade of experience, “I wasn’t sure what to do. I didn’t want to stay and have a boring 9-5 job in Melbourne, so I took off and traveled,” Mudditt said. “Asia called me, and there I went.” 

Her experiences in Asia encompassed love, culture, friendship, and risks, illustrating a young adult’s deep dive into the region.

In Laos, one of her first stops, she began her journey with a backpack heavy with uncertainty. 

Mudditt’s story resonates with many, evoking memories of their own transformative journeys in Asia. Her account of traveling from Cambodia to Tibet, through Vietnam, China, Laos, and Hong Kong, shares the highs and lows of backpacking.

“Traveling could be totally amazing and intensely uncomfortable – all within the space of a day,” she writes.

In her insightful narrative, Mudditt depicts the dual nature of travel, where moments of solitude intertwine with shared connections, often with fleeting companions whose names may fade from memory over time.

Playing football in Don Det. Photo supplied.

Through her storytelling filled with sensitivity, honesty, and humor, readers are transported to lesser-known landscapes of Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and China, such as the then-unique experience of tubing in Vang Vieng, Laos. 

“It was in early 2000, not many tourists were there and there certainly was no social media,” Mudditt said. “It was just me with a few other backpackers and nature. It was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life.” 

But it was only a few months later, in Pakistan, that clarity found her unexpectedly. Over tea at a military museum, a simple question—”Are you a journalist?”—ignited a spark within. Suddenly, the path ahead seemed clearer, and Jessica dared to believe that, maybe, she could really be a journalist. 

“It took someone else saying it for me to believe it,” she said. “But that wasn’t the end of the story. I’d still have to fight imposter syndrome.”

Soon after that backpacking trip, Mudditt decided to take a step in a new professional direction and after two years of hard work, she became an accredited journalist in the United Kingdom in 2009, but Asia never stopped calling for her. From unpaid internships in the UK to an unexpected journey in Bangladesh, Jessica’s path took another surprising turn. 

But things weren’t easy for the industry. The media landscape in the UK was facing a severe crisis. The London newspaper scene was bleak, with local papers shutting down. Journalists lost their offices due to unpaid rent and were forced to file stories from park benches in freezing conditions, highlighting the severe lack of resources. Amidst this turmoil, Mudditt found an opportunity in Bangladesh, where what was intended as a short-term gig quickly blossomed into love, marriage, and motherhood. Bangladesh became more than a stopover; it became home.

“Well, I married my translator so things got pretty personal in Bangladesh,” she admitted.

Reporting at Bishwa Ijtema in Bangladesh Photo suppliled.

Three years later, Southeast Asia’s flourishing media environment secured her a position at a local newspaper in Myanmar. It felt like the chance of a lifetime.

In stark contrast, Asia’s media environment was booming. In Myanmar, for instance, the media landscape was thriving, with between 20 and 40 newspapers publishing in both Burmese and English. That growth in Myanmar stood in sharp contrast to the decline of print media in the UK, marking a period of media expansion in the region.

During her extensive overland backpacking trip, she missed out on visiting Myanmar. However, while in Bangladesh, from 2009 to 2012, she got in touch with a mutual friend who owned the ‘Myanmar Times.’ She reached out to him and asked to go over there for a trial period. He agreed, and she arrived in Myanmar in July 2012.

She couldn’t miss the chance, she said. After two years at The Myanmar Times, she became the first foreign editor at the state-run newspaper in the lead- up to the historic elections. Mudditt spent a total of seven years reporting in Myanmar and Bangladesh.

“It was in 2015 when Aung San Suu Kyi won by a landslide. We watched the results in the newsroom, we watched the votes being counted and everyone knew it was history unfolding in front of your eyes. That was my life.”

But only a year later, she left Myanmar and returned to Australia. 

Even though she separated from her husband after a decade and now lives in Australia, Bangladesh remains a significant part of her life. “My heart still beats for Asia,” she said, reflecting on the lasting connection she feels to the region.

Mudditt is the author of two memoirs and the founder of Hembury Books. Her first book, “Our Home in Myanmar,” was published in 2021 and she is now preparing for the launch of the second part of “Once Around the Sun,”  “Kathmandu to the Khyber Pass,” slated for publication in 2025. 

US Ambassador Heather Variava Outlines Vision for Strengthening Relations with Laos

US Ambassador Heather Variava Outlines Vision for Strengthening Relations with Laos
The US Ambassador to Laos Heather Variva (photo credit: Palawan News)

Heather Variava, the United States (US) Ambassador to Laos, who assumed her position in February this year, spoke with Lao media officials on 14 May in a press conference where she officially introduced herself and shared the vision for her three-year tenure in Laos with the public.

China Identified as Most Influential Economic Power in Southeast Asia, Survey Finds

A graphic displays "Which Economic Powers Hold the Most Influence in Southeast Asia?" (Photo: Laotian Times)

A recent survey of nearly 2,000 respondents from the 10 ASEAN countries has identified China as the most influential economic power in the region.

The Rhenus Group Appoints Moritz Becker and Colin D’Abreo as Co-Vice President Directors of Project Logistics Global


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2024 – Moritz Becker and Colin D’Abreo will spearhead the global Rhenus Project Logistics unit with a dedicated focus on expanding and driving innovation. Becker will lead operations in Europe, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and Southeast Asia and the Pacific (SEAPAC), and D’Abreo will oversee operations in the Americas, India, China, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA). They will replace Carsten Schröter, who has left the company.

Becker and D’Abreo bring valuable experience and expertise to their new roles within the Rhenus Group. With nearly two decades of proven leadership, Becker has consistently demonstrated dedication and exceptional capabilities. Joining Rhenus in 2017 as the Head of Projects in Germany, he later advanced to become the Managing Director of Project Logistics Germany. His unwavering dedication and strong leadership skills culminated in his appointment as Managing Director of Rhenus Offshore Logistics Germany in 2023.

D’Abreo’s extensive leadership experience spans over 30 years, commencing his logistic career at KOG Transport Inc. Following the Rhenus acquisition of KOG in 2015, he served as Executive Vice President and later as President of KOG until the company rebranded and operations transitioned to Rhenus in 2019. He continued his leadership journey as President of Rhenus Projects Logistics in the USA.

Together, they will spearhead Rhenus Project Logistics on a global scale, with a strategic focus on network expansion and product development within renewables, energy, mining, oil & gas, and steel plants. Furthermore, they will lead decarbonization efforts and prioritize chartering and engineering as key success factors for global development.

Taking the lead in expanding project logistics across Europe, Becker will particularly prioritize strengthening the company’s presence in the renewables sector and providing turnkey solutions for industrial projects in Turkey and the CIS. Additionally, he will supervise the network’s expansion in SEAPAC.

Meanwhile, D’Abreo will concentrate on bolstering the North American market, specifically in oil, gas, and renewables. Additionally, he will further expand Rhenus offshore services in Eastern Canada and grow Rhenus project logistics services in Latin America, particularly in mining and solar industries. D’Abreo will also strengthen connections in India’s export market for industrialized and project cargo, maintain the Rhenus Group’s position as the top provider of choice in China for project cargo, and establish a robust project structure in the MEA region.

Commenting on the appointments, Jan Harnisch, Global CEO of Rhenus Air & Ocean, said: “We have the utmost confidence in Colin and Moritz as Co-Vice President Directors of Project Logistics. With their combined expertise and proven track record, we trust their strategic leadership will play a pivotal role in propelling the ongoing success and expansion of Rhenus Project Logistics on a global scale.”

Their combined expertise and strategic vision will drive the Rhenus Group’s continued success and growth in the global project logistics sector while leveraging the company’s unique assets, such as its own terminals, barges, and vessels to provide unparalleled service to clients worldwide.

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About Rhenus

The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics specialists with global business operations and annual turnover amounting to EUR 7.5 billion. 40,000 employees work at 1,320 business sites in more than 70 countries and develop innovative solutions along the complete supply chain. Whether providing transport, warehousing, customs clearance or value-added services, the family-owned business pools its operations in various business units where the needs of customers are the major focus at all times.

Quality Building Award 2024 Unveils Finalist List

QBA 2024 Announces 35 Finalists Competing for Hong Kong’s Highest Honour in the Building Industry

HONG KONG – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2024 – Quality Building Award (QBA) 2024 has announced its shortlist of finalists, with 35 projects successfully advancing to the final round. Following presentations to the jury panel scheduled next month, the finalists will compete for the ultimate recognition. Held biennially, Quality Building Award is regarded as a landmark event in Hong Kong’s building and construction industry, aiming to recognize outstanding building projects that exemplify exceptional teamwork. The theme for QBA 2024 is “Empowering Innovation|Sustaining Green|Generating Wellness,” encouraging the industry and professionals to embrace innovative and sustainable strategies.

This year, QBA is proud to introduce a new award category, “Building in GBA (not including Hong Kong),” which is dedicated to showcasing projects within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, excluding Hong Kong, and fostering collaboration between Hong Kong and other cities within the Greater Bay Area. This category aims to promote knowledge sharing, exchange industry practices, and contribute to the shared prosperity of the Greater Bay Area.

“We are extremely proud to announce that we have received 55 entries for the QBA 2024, surpassing the previous record,” said Mr Daniel Shum, Chairman of QBA 2024 Organizing Committee, “We are delighted to witness the industry’s response to the theme of QBA, which reflects a growing emphasis on green and sustainable development. Architects and building professionals are actively exploring innovative ways to reduce energy consumption and carbon footprints in response to our environmental and social responsibilities.”

Ir Barry Sin Wing Ning, Chairman of QBA 2024 Jury sub-committee, stated, “QBA has always been committed to recognizing and promoting projects that contribute to the development of our industry. The introduction of the new category, ‘Building in GBA (not including Hong Kong),’ signifies further development and innovation for QBA 2024. We look forward to seeing outstanding projects under this new category, as they will make positive contributions to urban development of the construction industry, adding new chapters to the award.”

Please stay tuned for the QBA 2024 award ceremony on 27 September, where we will celebrate together the glorious moments of top-notch architectural projects and the limitless possibilities for the future!

For more information about the QBA 2024, please visit Facebook: QBAHK or Linkedin: QBAHK or Weibo: 优质建筑大奖 or WeChat: 优质建筑大奖 or Official Website: qba.com.hk.

Finalists of the Quality Building Award 2024 (In alphabetical order)

Hong Kong Residential (Single Building)
1 Blissful Place
2 KENNEDY 38
3 Mei Yun Tang
4 ONE SOHO

Hong Kong Residential (Multiple Buildings)
1 Grand Victoria
2 Monaco
3 One Innovale
4 Public Housing Developments at Queen’s Hill, Fanling
5 St. George’s Mansions and CLP Pulse

Hong Kong Non-Residential (New Building – Government, Institution of Community)
1 Chung Chi Student Development Complex
2 Hoi Tat Connectivity Hub
3 Hong Kong Palace Museum
4 Inland Revenue Centre
5 Kwu Tung North Multi-welfare Services Complex

Hong Kong Non-Residential (New Building – Non-Government, Institution of Community)
1 AIRSIDE
2 The Henderson
3 Two Taikoo Place
4 11 SKIES Phase 1

Hong Kong Building (Renovation / Revitalization)
1 Metro South
2 Nina Park (and Wood Fossil Experience Centre) – Revitalization of an old podium roof garden
3 Pound Lane Public Toilet and Bathhouse
4 The Staunton Street / Shing Wong Street Revitalization Project (H19)

Temporary Building
1 Ho Yuet Home
2 Tenacity Residence
3 Transitional Housing Project at Hung Shui Kiu, Yuen Long, New Territories
4 Tung Chung Community Liaison Centre
5 United Court
Building Outside Hong Kong
1 City University of Hong Kong (Dongguan) Project (Phase I)
2 Ningbo World Centre Phase 2
3 Shenzhen Qianhai CTF Finance Tower
Building in GBA (Not include Hong Kong)
1 De-Rucci Bedding Supplies Production and Supporting Project
2 DJI SKY CITY
3 Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Expansion Project Third Runway Placement Area Phase II (East Area)
4 Hengqin Port and Integrated Transportation Hub Project
5 No.1~4 Commercial Residential Building, No.5 Kindergarten and Basement, Tianyue Home

About Quality Building Award

The Quality Building Award (QBA) is a biennial award that recognizes buildings of outstanding quality and those that demonstrate outstanding teamwork. The provision of quality buildings is an essential ingredient of a prosperous and modern society, and the Quality Building Award aims to promote a collective commitment by the building industry to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and competitiveness.

The theme of QBA 2024 is “Empowering Innovation | Sustaining Green | Generating Wellness,” which aims to encourage the industry to work on innovative and eco-friendly solutions for the benefit of society while committing to work holistically to serve every community to the best of its ability. As always, QBA 2024 will continue to promote eminent contribution to the community and push for the continuous advancement of Hong Kong and beyond.

Organizers

QBA 2024 is jointly organized by nine leading professional organizations:

The Hong Kong Construction Association (QBA 2024 Chairing Organization)

The Hong Kong Institute of Architects

The Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers

The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers

The Hong Kong Institute of Housing

The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors

The Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency

The Hong Kong Chapter of International Facility Management Association

The Real Estate Developers Association of Hong Kong

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UXLINK Tops RootData’s Latest X Hot Items List and DappRadar Social Apps List


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – UXLINK, the Web3 social platform and infrastructure that enables users and developers to discover, distribute and trade crypto assets socially and in groups, has topped the latest edition of the X Hot Projects list and is now No. 2 on the platform’s Hot 100 list for the past seven days, according to the RootData Charts page.

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According to its official website, UXLINK currently has over 6 million registered users, over 100,000 groups, and over 1.2 million daily active users. DappRadar data shows that it has over 800,000 UAWs, and is ranked #1 in the social media apps charts for 24 hours/7 days. Coin98 Analytics data also shows that the number of UXLINK’s active on-chain addresses in the last 30 days exceeded 1.8 million, ranking #1 in the social category.

On May 13th, UXLINK announced a new round of financing led by SevenX Ventures and other top-tier institutions, including OKX Ventures, with a cumulative amount of over $15 million. Recently, UXLINK announced the issuance of “IN UXLINK WE TRUST ” series of NFTs as airdrop vouchers. Depending on the user’s community contribution, chain interaction and assets, it corresponds to different rights and $UXLINK tokens airdrop quantity.

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About UXLINK

UXLINK is the largest web3 social platform and infrastructure for users and developers to discover, distribute, and trade crypto assets in unique socialized and group-based manners.

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Galaxy Macau, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort Comes to the “Experience Macao Roadshow in Jakarta”

Providing Exclusive and Unique Experiences to Indonesian Tourists


MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – This year, Galaxy Macau™ joined the “Experience Macao Roadshow in Jakarta”, organized by the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO). The Roadshow held its opening ceremony on May 9 at Central Park Mall, Jakarta. It aims to showcase the diverse elements of “Tourism+” in Macau to Indonesian tourists, inviting every Indonesian tourist to experience Macau as their chosen travel destination. The Roadshow will run for four days (May 9 to 12). Galaxy Macau dazzles with its captivating tourism offerings, showcasing unmatched luxury experiences and a comprehensive resort experience, positioning itself as Asia’s premier destination for leisure, entertainment, dining, events, and conferences.

Mr. Vic Lam, Head of Division of Culture, Tourism, MICE, Trade and Commerce of Economic Development Bureau of Hengqin, Ms Elaine Wong, Executive Director of Board of Directors of the Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute, Ms. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of Macao Government Tourism Office, Ms. Annissa Noviarny, Assistant Deputy Director of Tourism Marketing for Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macao, Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia, Mr. Terruce Wang, Senior Vice President of Customer Development of Integrated Resort Services at Galaxy Macau, Mr. Chris Subianto, Treasurer of the ASTINDO National Board and representatives of local tourism associations (from right to left) joined the opening ceremony of the “Experience Macao Roadshow in Jakarta” on May 9 afternoon.
Mr. Vic Lam, Head of Division of Culture, Tourism, MICE, Trade and Commerce of Economic Development Bureau of Hengqin, Ms Elaine Wong, Executive Director of Board of Directors of the Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute, Ms. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of Macao Government Tourism Office, Ms. Annissa Noviarny, Assistant Deputy Director of Tourism Marketing for Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macao, Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia, Mr. Terruce Wang, Senior Vice President of Customer Development of Integrated Resort Services at Galaxy Macau, Mr. Chris Subianto, Treasurer of the ASTINDO National Board and representatives of local tourism associations (from right to left) joined the opening ceremony of the “Experience Macao Roadshow in Jakarta” on May 9 afternoon.

At the Jakarta roadshow, Galaxy Macau comes with a classic ivory and gold theme for its booth design, showcasing the ambiance and services offered by Galaxy Macau as a luxurious resort. On the booth, visitors can enjoy a variety of customer engagements, such as meeting and taking a photo with the Galaxy Kidz mascot “Wavey the Peacock”, especially for visitors who bring their children to the roadshow. There will also be the ambassadors who will provide information regarding Galaxy Macau’s services, promotions, or any other questions visitors have. Lastly, Galaxy Macau will also provide a tote bag with unique patterns and designs that represent Macau as a tourist destination as a souvenir for every visitor.

Galaxy Macau showcases a diverse range of exciting travel products at the roadshow, attracting local residents and tourists alike.
Galaxy Macau showcases a diverse range of exciting travel products at the roadshow, attracting local residents and tourists alike.

During the Roadshow period, Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort is offering “Splash into Fun” Hotel Offer for the 5 hotels starting member exclusive rates from Rp 911,926++ (MOP 464++) per night. Bayan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™ and Hotel Okura Macau, offer a flexible room-only rate for roadshow visitors. Andaz Macau offers 3 options for visitors, the first one with a length of stay 2 nights (including MOP200 dinner credit per stay), a length of stay 3 nights, and lastly advance purchase of 14 days. As for Broadway Hotel, the hotel also offers 3 options that visitors can choose from. From a length of stay of 2 nights (including MOP200 dinner credit per stay), advance purchase of 30 days, and advance purchase of 14 days (including daily light breakfast with a set menu for two). Applicable to all above mentioned 5 hotels, the offer includes free access to Grand Resort Deck and free minibar.

Galaxy Macau is renowned around the globe for its diversified and luxurious range of leisure, dining and entertainment, offering 5-star accommodations and spa experiences for guests at its 8 award-winning luxury hotels.
Galaxy Macau is renowned around the globe for its diversified and luxurious range of leisure, dining and entertainment, offering 5-star accommodations and spa experiences for guests at its 8 award-winning luxury hotels.

Galaxy Macau remains the top integrated resort globally, boasting the most Forbes five-star hotel awards under one roof. Spanning over 1.1 million square meters, it offers unmatched services and attractions in Macau. With 8 award-winning luxury hotels to choose from, guests have plenty of options. The 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts. Food lovers can indulge in over 120 dining options, ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to local street food favorites, making Galaxy Macau Asia’s premier dining destination. Guests can explore vibrant Macanese and Asian cuisines at Broadway Food Street. Fashion enthusiasts will enjoy Galaxy Promenade, a shopping destination with over 200 luxury brands. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre hosts a variety of live shows and cultural events. Last year, Galaxy Macau also opened two world-class hotels, Raffles at Galaxy Macau and Andaz Macau. The latest addition, GICC, features 40,000 square meters of flexible event space and the 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena, the largest indoor arena in Macau. In April 2024, Galaxy Macau also announced the launch of Capella at Galaxy Macau, further solidifying the destination’s undisputed reputation as Macau’s Ultimate Luxury Integrated Resort.

Galaxy Macau, the World’s Leading Luxury Integrated Resort, Announces Asia’s Most Anticipated New Hotel, Created in Partnership with the Best Hotel Brand in the World: Capella Hotels and Resorts.
Galaxy Macau, the World’s Leading Luxury Integrated Resort, Announces Asia’s Most Anticipated New Hotel, Created in Partnership with the Best Hotel Brand in the World: Capella Hotels and Resorts.

Galaxy Macau remains committed to its service philosophy of “World Class, Asian Heart,” ensuring exceptional experiences for guests worldwide. Along with Macau preparing for increased international tourism, Galaxy Macau eagerly awaits visitors, offering award-winning accommodations, unforgettable leisure activities, and unmatched shopping, dining, and entertainment options all in one place. Moving forward, Galaxy Macau plans to introduce more world-class events further to establish Macau as a global tourism and leisure hub.

As Asia’s dining destination, Galaxy Macau boasts over 120 dining options, including Michelin-starred establishments and local food legends.
As Asia’s dining destination, Galaxy Macau boasts over 120 dining options, including Michelin-starred establishments and local food legends.
Galaxy Promenade is Galaxy Macau's award-winning luxury fashion shopping centre.
Galaxy Promenade is Galaxy Macau’s award-winning luxury fashion shopping centre.
Galaxy Macau unveils the new upgrade of Galaxy Kidz Edutainment Center.
Galaxy Macau unveils the new upgrade of Galaxy Kidz Edutainment Center.

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About Galaxy Macau Integrated Resort

Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the “Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World”. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million square meters of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide around 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Andaz Macau, Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, and Broadway Hotel. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world’s longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575 meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5 meters high, and a 150-meter pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate. As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences, and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies; Galaxy Promenade is the hottest shopping destination featuring the latest in fashion and curated experiences in Macau. Spanning over 100,000 square meters, luxury flagship stores, lifestyle boutiques and our selection of labels are among the more than 200 world-renowned brands for a world-class shopping journey; Galaxy Cinemas, a 10-theater 3D Cineplex boasting 4K laser projection; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai’s golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavors & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 different Authentic Macau & Asian Flavors at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive, and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff. Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world-class event venue featuring 40,000 sqm of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau. For more details, please visit , , and .

LiveSpo Pharma Emerges as Vietnam’s Pioneer at Vitafoods Europe 2024

Unveiling Groundbreaking Research and Product Development to Reduce Antibiotic Use in Digestive and Respiratory Care


HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 May 2024 – LiveSpo Pharma is the first Vietnamese entity to report on two clinical studies at the world’s leading nutrition exhibition, Vitafoods Europe 2024, held in Geneva, Switzerland. LiveSpo Pharma showcased its range of high-concentration, multi-strain liquid medical probiotics products at the exhibition booth. This is a significant milestone, affirming the brand’s international reputation and quality of LiveSpo medical probiotics products. This initiative aims to introduce Vietnamese medical probiotic products to the international market, gradually realizing the mission of “A Future Without Antibiotics.”

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Over the three-day exhibition, LiveSpo’s booth attracted nearly 5,000 experts, partners, and visitors from pharmaceutical and functional food companies to explore and experience the displayed products. Among them, LiveSpo NAVAX – a spray form probiotic that reduces the concentration of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by 600 times, and LiveSpo DIA30 – a probiotic that supports the cessation of acute diarrhea within 30 minutes, were the main highlights, gaining the most attention from attendees. Their appealing competitive edge is shortening antibiotics treatment time for patients, thereby reducing antibiotic use for diseases related to the digestive and respiratory systems. Visitors to LiveSpo’s booth had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the 13-year development journey from the idea to the production of these medical probiotic tubes, now meet international standards for distribution.

Making its debut at the premier European nutrition exhibition, LiveSpo demonstrates its ambition to widely disseminate safe, natural, and effective digestive and respiratory disease treatment methods using medical probiotics combined with standard treatment protocols.

In addition, LiveSpo Pharma is honored to be the first representative from Vietnam to present clinical research reports on medical probiotics at the Vitafoods Europe 2024. These research reports were published in Nature Scientific Reports, a highly reputable international journal in the field of science and technology, in 2022, 2023, and 2024. According to the first research report, LiveSpo NAVAX has been proven to be highly effective in bolstering the treatment of RSV and influenza-related respiratory tract infections, reducing treatment time and minimizing the possibility of long-term antibiotic treatment for patients. Combining the use of LiveSpo NAVAX spray with standard treatment protocols can reduce RSV and influenza virus concentrations by 600 and 400 times, respectively, and bacterial overgrowth concentrations by 65 times. This research is considered a significant step forward in supporting respiratory tract infection treatment, reducing prolonged antibiotic use, indirectly leading to antibiotic resistance and associated health and financial implications for patients.

The second clinical research report focuses on two probiotic products, LiveSpo CLAUSY and LiveSpo DIA30, which support the treatment of prolonged diarrhea. Clinical studies have shown that LiveSpo CLAUSY and LiveSpo DIA30 can reduce antibiotic use by approximately 25% compared to standard treatment protocols, while shortening the overall treatment time for diarrhea patients by 3 to 4 days. Additionally, the combined use of probiotics in treatment helps reduce the overall treatment costs (for prescriptions and inpatient care). Most importantly, these studies have proven the safety of LiveSpo products for children under 2 years old.

LiveSpo probiotics have received significant attention and high praise from international experts at the Vitafoods Europe 2024 exhibition, once again affirming the contributions of the company’s research and innovations to community healthcare. For the first time, a Vietnamese probiotic brand has been recognized and hailed at international conferences and exhibitions worldwide, surprising international experts with the novelty and breakthrough of its products which is rapid and clear efficacy. Prior to this, LiveSpo had participated in three major conferences and exhibitions in Europe and the United States from 2019 to 2023.

Sharing at the exhibition, Dr. Nguyen Hoa Anh, Chair of the Board of Directors and R&D Director of LiveSpo Pharma, said, “LiveSpo Pharma is proud to introduce the Bacillus probiotic products at the Vitafoods Europe 2024 exhibition. This product line has been researched, developed, and produced according to international standards. LiveSpo products have been clinically proven to be highly efficient in supporting the treatment of digestive and respiratory diseases, thus, playing a significant role in reducing the total amount of antibiotics used in treatment protocols. With such efforts from the LiveSpo Pharma scientific team, we hope to accompany the community in building a future without antibiotics.”

In recent years, probiotic technology has garnered significant attention from the scientific community thanks to its potential economic, social, and medical values. Currently, 72% of antibiotics are used to treat respiratory tract infections, while the figure for digestive diseases is 20%. Patients, especially children who have weak immune system, are susceptible to the side effects of antibiotics when undergoing prolonged treatment. Such treatment protocol is likely to include the use of 2-3 antibiotics. LiveSpo probiotic products have been clinically researched to reduce antibiotic use and shorten treatment times for the diseases mentioned above, while quickly balancing gut and nasal microbiota within 3-5 days of use. As a result, patients can recover quickly, and treatment costs are lowered. This also reduces the pressure on healthcare manpower and resources while strengthening the workforce of society and laying the foundation for economic development. In terms of health, probiotic support treatments can minimize the possibility of adding new generation antibiotics in the treatment protocols thanks to its highly effective immune-regulating support and natural protective barrier enhancement. In addition, it reduces the side effects of antibiotics such as digestive disorders and the risk of antibiotic resistance in future cases.

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About Vitafoods Europe 2024

First launched in 1997, Vitafoods Europe is an annual nutrition exhibition series held in Europe, aiming to help the community grasp new trends and analyze the latest innovations in the nutrition industry. Vitafoods Europe 2024 took place from May 14, 2024, to May 16, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland. The exhibition attracted over 1,100 participating exhibitors, with 20,000 attendees from more than 160 countries worldwide. Activities within the exhibition framework include: Visiting and experiencing products, exploring new nutritional formulas at booths; Establishing connection with experts, suppliers in the nutrition field worldwide; Attending presentations on prominent scientific research from over 50 international speakers; Participating in award ceremonies for exhibition categories.

About LiveSpo Pharma

LiveSpo is a brand specializing in the research, production, and distribution of high-concentration, multi-strain liquid medical probiotics for digestive and respiratory health, leading in breakthrough biotechnology, medical probiotics with no adverse effects, aiming for “A Future Without Antibiotics.”

Some notable achievements of LiveSpo:

– Participant of the 2019 International Scientific Conference on Probiotics, Prebiotics, gut Microbiota and Health (IPC) in Prague, Czech Republic.

– Sole representative of Vietnam on probiotics at the International Microbiology Conference ASM Microbe 2022 in Washington DC, USA.

– First Vietnamese representative to announce nasal spray probiotics at the International Biotechnology Conference in Boston, USA (BIO-Convention, 2023).

– Two clinical studies on LiveSpo probiotics published in three articles of the Nature Journal’s Scientific Reports segment in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

– Clinical trial studies registered on the Clinicaltrials.gov website of the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), including:

  • The effect of LiveSpo NAVAX nasal spray in supporting the treatment of acute respiratory tract infections in children, trial number NCT05164692.
  • The effect of LiveSpo CLAUSY and LiveSpo DIA30 in supporting the treatment of prolonged diarrhea in children, trial number NCT05812820.
  • The effect of LiveSpo X-SECRET in supporting the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, trial number NCT06165354.

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