XUZHOU, China, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XCMG and COSCO SHIPPING Lines have signed a strategic cooperation agreement, marking a new phase of deep industrial collaboration that integrates high-end manufacturing with global logistics.
XCMG and COSCO SHIPPING Lines Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Integrated Global Supply Chains
At the signing ceremony, the two parties engaged in in-depth discussions on five core areas of cooperation: technological innovation, cross-border logistics services, green supply chains, overseas business coordination, and the joint development of digital platforms. The agreement signals a strengthened alignment across the industrial value chain, aimed at enhancing efficiency, resilience, and sustainability in global operations.
“This partnership reflects XCMG’s commitment to building a more resilient and efficient global supply chain,” said Yang Dongsheng, Chairman of XCMG Group and XCMG Machinery. “Through closer cooperation with COSCO SHIPPING Lines, we will better support the international development of Chinese construction machinery and accelerate our global footprint.”
As a leading brand in the global construction machinery industry, XCMG’s products are exported to more than 190 countries and regions worldwide. Throughout its globalization strategy, XCMG has consistently prioritized supply chain stability and operational efficiency to deliver greater value to customers across diverse markets.
COSCO SHIPPING Lines, a global leader in container shipping, operates an extensive worldwide route network supported by comprehensive logistics resources. By leveraging their respective strengths, the two companies will continue to expand the scope and depth of cooperation, fostering long-term synergies between advanced manufacturing and global logistics services.
Since establishing a direct partnership in 2017, the two sides have developed close collaboration tailored to XCMG’s business characteristics, particularly its high proportion of oversized and heavy cargo. COSCO SHIPPING Lines has fully utilized its expertise in special container transportation and end-to-end supply chain coordination, enabling customized cross-border logistics solutions and integrated overseas warehousing services. Together, the partners have worked to build a green, efficient global logistics supply chain.
Looking ahead, the two parties will focus on the joint development of a globally integrated supply chain system, while advancing innovation in logistics models and digital transformation. By actively exploring cooperation opportunities in emerging areas such as green logistics and smart supply chains, the partnership aims to enhance the quality and efficiency of Chinese construction machinery companies’ global expansion and further strengthen the international competitiveness of Chinese manufacturing.
CANGZHOU, China, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Nandagang Wetland in Cangzhou, China, recently inscribed on the UNESCO World Natural Heritage List, is a vital hub along the East Asian–Australasian Flyway and an important sanctuary for global biodiversity. Building on this ecological significance, the Cangzhou International Communication Center has launched the Nandagang International Photo Competition as a platform for global dialogue on wetland ecosystems and biodiversity conservation, inviting visual stories that deepen public understanding and contribute to the shared responsibility of protecting our planet’s natural heritage.
The competition is anchored by a legendary jury, featuring two of the most influential figures in photojournalism: Nick Ut and Ringo Chiu. Their participation highlights the competition’s commitment to visual storytelling and ecological conservation. They are joined by a distinguished panel of international experts, including Michael Nelson (United States), Albert Dros (Netherlands), Marcio Cabral (Brazil), and Marlondag (Peru).
“This is a high-end platform with a global vision, featuring a jury of six world-renowned masters. This competition undoubtedly deserves the close attention of the international community. With its massive base of photography enthusiasts, China is now cultivating the ‘tip of the pyramid’ in photographic talent. ” — Zhu Yunkuan, former Vice Chairman and Secretary General of the Yunnan Photographers Association.
As part of the UNESCO-listed “Migratory Bird Sanctuaries along the Coast of Yellow Sea-Bohai Gulf of China (Phase II),” Nandagang Wetland is indispensable to ecological balance. The Nandagang International Photo Competition seeks to elevate global awareness of environmental and wildlife conservation. May the lenses uncover Nandagang Wetland’s breathtaking allure, inviting participants and audiences alike to embrace this nature-focused celebration, gain inspiration, and unite to safeguard our shared home for sustained life vitality.
HONG KONG, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Himel, a global acclaimed manufacturer and supplier of electrical products, announced that it has been recognized with major international honors in year end of 2025. The trophy is named Best Low Voltage Electrical Products Brand Global 2025, and Top Innovation Award for its Electric Vehicle Charger, reflecting strong industry and market recognition of Himel’s brand strength and product innovation.
Best Low Voltage Electrical Products Brand Global 2025 & Top Innovation Awards Ceromony
Founded in 1958 in Spain, Himel has evolved into a globally trusted electrical brand serving, commercial, industrial and residential sectors in more than 60 countries. With decades of global engineering heritage, the company has built its reputation on delivering safe, reliable, and value-engineered solutions designed to meet diverse market needs worldwide.
The global brand recognition awarded by International Business Magazine reflects Himel’s ongoing commitment to innovation, its focus on quality and the desire to resolve the challenges faced by the target audience. Complementing this, the Top Innovation Award for EV Charger underscores Himel’s continued investment in future-ready energy solutions, including technologies designed to support the global transition toward cleaner mobility and smarter power usage.
“These recognitions reflect the confidence our customers and partners place in Himel across different markets,” said Koon San Ang, Vice President of International Sales at Himel. “By staying closely aligned with industry trends and evolving market needs, Himel is able to continuously innovate and refine our products. This market-driven approach has enabled our solutions to earn strong acceptance and positive feedback across more than 60 countries.”
Behind these recognition is Himel’s core brand philosophy, Powering Infinity, which guides how the company approaches innovation, market expansion, and collaboration. Rather than a single initiative, it represents a long-term commitment to enabling progress—by unlocking infinite potential of technology, people, and communities.
“Powering Infinity shapes how we build the Himel brand globally—through consistency, credibility, and relevance across markets,” said Danny Wang, Himel’s Chief Marketing Officer of Himel. “Continuously receiving recognition of these honors in recent years affirm that our direction resonates internationally, and they strengthen our determination to keep innovating with purpose.”
As Himel continues to expand its global footprint, the company remains focused on delivering long-term value through innovation, partnership, and a clear brand purpose.
SINGAPORE, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, today unveiled its 2026 Global Taste Charts, providing the food and beverage industry with its most comprehensive and forward‑looking view of flavour evolution. Built on research from more than 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists and extensive consumer studies across regions, the Charts offer manufacturers a data‑driven roadmap for fast‑moving flavour trends.
As consumer expectations continue to fragment and intensify, the 2026 Taste Charts captures the crossover between indulgence and wellness, tradition and novelty, and global inspiration and local identity that are increasingly shaping flavour decisions
This year’s edition expands from six to eight categories: Refreshing Beverages; Alcohol & Alcohol‑Inspired Drinks; Tea, Coffee & Cocoa; Savoury Snacks; Sweet; Soups & Dressings; Meat & Meals; and Supplements, capturing the growing interplay between indulgence and wellness, global inspiration and local identity.
Flavour Trends Across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA)
The Rise of “Swicy” Sweet‑and‑spicy combinations are surging, especially among Gen Z. Southeast Asia sees spicy fruit drinks and chilli‑laced confectionery, while South Africa showcases sweet‑chilli sauces, hot honey snacks and spicy tomato crisps.
Nuanced Heat & Global‑Local Blends Greater Africa embraces paprika‑driven blends in snacks, sauces and grilled meats. In Australia and New Zealand, fajita spice is emerging as a fast‑growing favourite in meal kits, marinated meats and savoury snacks.
Fruit‑Forward Refreshment: Watermelon continues leading beverage innovation across Southeast Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, mandarin is the fastest‑growing citrus flavour in Australia and New Zealand, expanding into alcoholic, alcohol‑inspired, tea and coffee formats.
Tradition Reworked Traditional flavours are being reimagined in modern applications, from nasi uduk cheesecake and avocado brownie ice cream in Southeast Asia, to date mustard, za’atar ice cream and camel milk pistachio iced coffee in the Middle East.
Micro Moments of Indulgence Bite‑sized, convenient treats are growing across the Middle East and South Africa, from chilli‑lemon snacks and energy balls to mini puddings and ready‑to‑cook proteins.
Healing & Functional Flavours China continues blending Eastern and Western wellness traditions, incorporating turmeric, astragalus, aged tangerine peel, spirulina and açai into beverages, dairy and snacks.
Maximalist & Botanical Profiles: Rich, extra‑strong milk teas, intensified matcha and cocoa, and decadent chocolate‑forward launches are rising in China and the Middle East, alongside botanicals such as orange blossom, hibiscus, rooibos and elderflower in South Africa and Asia Pacific.
Turning Insight into Action
The 2026 Taste Charts are supported by KerryNow™, Kerry’s end‑to‑end digital platform that allows customers to instantly order samples, explore the flavour portfolio and receive application and regulatory support, empowering faster innovation from concept to launch.
“The 2026 Taste Charts reflect how consumers are eating and drinking today, seeking contrast, comfort, depth and meaning in flavour,” said Leigh Anne Vaughan, Vice President of Product Technologies, Kerry. “It brings together sensory science, cultural understanding and real consumption data to show where flavours are gaining momentum and how they’re being expressed locally. By connecting these insights with practical application support and rapid sampling through KerryNow™, we’re helping our customers move more confidently from idea to product and keep pace with how quickly tastes are changing.”
A illustration to demonstrate that Lao ministry want to achieve 220 IDs card per day.
The Ministry of Public Security has instructed police departments nationwide to accelerate the issuance of digital ID cards, setting a target of 220 cards per district per day as part of a nationwide rollout of the new citizen management system.
The directive applies from 15 January to 16 June and calls for nationwide police and relevant authorities to prioritize digital ID services.
Authorities are also urged to mobilize officials, mass organisations, the military, police, and the public to encourage public participation in the registration process.
Alongside the daily issuance target, police units are required to accelerate the conversion of family registration books into electronic records, with full digitization scheduled for completion by 15 June this year.
Laos began preparing for nationwide digital ID issuance in 2024 with the launch of the Digital Citizen Management and Identity Card System, aimed at modernising identity verification, e-government services, and population data management. The rollout expanded nationwide in December 2025, allowing citizens in all provinces to apply for digital ID cards to replace the paper-based system.
Officials said the measures are intended to modernise population management, improve access to public services, and support national goals under the digital ID and population database program.
TAIPEI, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The LPGA of Taiwan (TLPGA) and the Japan Ladies Professional Golfers’ Association are thrilled to announce the “2026 Taiwan Foxconn Ladies Golf Tournament” on the official circuit of JLPGA for this year, bringing Asia’s most lucrative women’s golf tour to Taiwan for the first time in nearly half a century and an elite line-up of athletes vying for a record US$2 million purse.
Stepping up the game, the competition – re-branded from Foxconn TLPGA Players Championship of the past two years – will see the return of title sponsor Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and leading technological solutions provider, and special sponsor for the first time, Japanese technology powerhouse SoftBank Corp.
Producing topflight golfers, including Hisako Higuchi and Ai Miyazato, the JLPGA was a sweet spot for Taiwan’s own golf legend Ai-yu Tu, who once swept 71 championships and was a 7x money-title winner on the JLPGA Tour, accumulating over 110 wins in her career and inducted into the Japanese Golf Hall of Fame. Ms Tu is a special advisor for the 2026 Taiwan Foxconn Ladies Golf Tournament.
TLPGA Chairwoman Huang Pi-hsun said: “Ms Tu’s glorious achievements on the JLPGA Tour have been a source of pride for Taiwan. I am grateful for Foxconn’s support, which has allowed this dream tour to return to Taiwan after 48 years, giving young players a stage to challenge the world.”
JLPGA Vice President Takako Matsuo said: “Over the past two years, we have witnessed TLPGA and Foxconn successfully taking the game to an elite playing level. As one of Asia’s flagship tournaments this year, we very much look forward to bringing Japanese players to Taiwan in March for high-level competition.”
The total purse is the second-highest in the JLPGA Tour for 2026 and another record for the Foxconn-sponsored tournament since it was inaugurated in 2024. Originally established as a players championship, the competition has set itself apart with its exceptional ranking points, substantial prize money, and elite sportsmanship.
The 2026 Taiwan Foxconn Ladies Golf Tournament will be held March 12-15 at the Orient Golf & Country Club in Taoyuan. Follow the action and stay updated through the tournament’s official Facebook and on Foxconn’s official Instagram.
From intimate family dinners to grand corporate feasts, Kryston’s Chinese New Year menus bring abundance and prosperity to every table. Let the spirit of reunion take centre stage while hosts embrace meaningful moments with loved ones.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2026 – As the Year of the Golden Horse ushers in themes of prosperity, progress, and renewal, Kryston Catering introduces its 2026 Chinese New Year menus, thoughtfully designed around what modern Singaporeans value most: time together. Available from 16 January to 8 March 2026, the collection honours culinary heritage while creating space for the conversations, laughter, and shared moments that define reunion celebrations.
Kryston’s Year of the Golden Horse collection features auspicious signatures including Grand Fortune Yusheng, Premium Auspicious Treasure Pot, and Truffle Roasted Duck, available 16 January – 8 March 2026 (Photo: Kryston Catering)
In today’s fast-paced lifestyles, hosts often face the challenge of upholding cherished traditions while making the most of limited time together. Kryston addresses this with heritage-inspired menus paired with seamless catering solutions, supporting gatherings from intimate family dinners to large-scale corporate celebrations, so hosts can focus on the moments that matter.
Reunion Feasts for Intimate Family Gatherings
Designed for gatherings of 5 to 10 guests, Kryston’s Reunion Feast packages bring classic Lunar New Year dishes to the family table. At the heart of the experience is the Deluxe Auspicious Treasure Pot, featuring 10-head Abalone, Braised Sea Cucumber, Dried Scallop, and other premium ingredients symbolising abundance and good fortune. The spread is complemented by favourites such as Cantonese Duo Roasted Platter and Prosperity Salmon Yusheng.
Four curated sets, starting from $388.88, arrive with complimentary Modular Heating Trays to ensure dishes remain warm throughout the celebration, allowing families to dine at ease while reconnecting over shared stories and traditions.
Prosperity Mini Feasts & Dynasty Buffets
For gatherings of 15 guests and above, Prosperity Mini Feasts offer 8 to 9-course menus featuring traditional CNY classics and contemporary favourites, starting from $25.99 per guest. Guests can enjoy signatures like Fragrant Yam Rice with Chinese Sausage and Mushroom, Wok-fried Butter Prawn, Signature Curry Chicken, and Bountiful Yam Puff with Seafood Treasures, with modular heating trays ensuring every dish stays perfectly warm throughout celebrations.
Larger reunions and corporate events of 30 guests and above are catered to with Dynasty Buffets, starting from $26.88 per guest, featuring complete festive presentations with professional setup. For those seeking something different, the Peranakan Grand Buffet showcases time-honoured recipes including Buah Keluak Ayam and Itek Sio, starting from $36.88 per guest.
Early Order Benefits
Orders confirmed by 23 January 2026 are eligible for $30 off the Premium Auspicious Treasure Pot (usual price $388.00) with any buffet catering order. Optional celebratory additions include Truffle Roasted Duck ($98.80), Trio Hakka Abacus Seeds ($88.00), and Rainbow Fruits Yusheng ($128.00).
This Year of the Golden Horse, Kryston invites families and organisations to celebrate reunion through thoughtfully prepared cuisine and effortless hosting. The full Chinese New Year collection is available at kryston.com.sg/chinese-new-year.
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Kryston Catering is Singapore’s premium halal-certified catering brand, renowned for elegant dining experiences blending international and local-inspired flavours. Visit kryston.com.sg or follow @krystoncatering.
Landmark deals across India, Japan, the Maldives, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia underscore strong developer confidence and the enduring appeal of Dusit’s diversified brand portfolio.
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2026 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has achieved the strongest development performance in its history, recording an all-time high of 24 hotel signings in 2025 and significantly strengthening its global pipeline across key growth markets in Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives, Dusit’s first all-inclusive lifestyle resort, is set on a pristine natural island just seven minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Malé.
The milestone comes at a time when many hotel groups are reassessing expansion strategies amid rising development costs and shifting investor expectations. For Dusit, the record year reflects a clear and deliberate approach to growth – one grounded in brand clarity, disciplined execution, and the ability to bring projects to market efficiently to create early and sustainable value for owners.
While the number of signings marks a new high point, Dusit’s development strategy continues to prioritise quality over scale alone. Central to this approach is a growing focus on conversions and brownfield developments, which offer faster timelines and earlier returns compared to traditional greenfield projects, while allowing the group to expand its footprint across diverse markets with agility and control.
This capability was demonstrated in several projects that were signed and opened in 2025, including Dusit Hotel AG Park, Chengdu, China; dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives; and Tantawan Tented Camp, Chiang Rai, Thailand. Each reflects Dusit’s ability to execute at speed while maintaining brand standards and delivering distinctive guest experiences aligned with local context.
At the same time, Dusit’s evolving brand architecture has played a key role in supporting international growth. The recent introduction of Devarana – Dusit Retreats, Dusit Collection, and Dusit Hotels has expanded the group’s reach across wellness-led luxury, character-driven high-end stays, and the upper-upscale segment, respectively, allowing Dusit to respond more precisely to the needs of travellers and development partners.
A year of firsts
In Indonesia, the 2025 signing of Kaliwatu Villas & Residences – Dusit Collection, a boutique luxury retreat in Labuan Bajo, the gateway to Komodo National Park, marked Dusit’s first hotel signing in the country.
In Japan, Dusit built on the success of Dusit Thani Kyoto and ASAI Kyoto Shijo with the signing of its first Dusit Collection property in the country: WE Hotel – Dusit Collection, an intimate lakeside retreat with 55 rooms and three private villas on the shores of Lake Toya in Hokkaido.
India also emerged as a major growth market in 2025, with six new properties signed across the Dusit Collection and Dusit Princess brands. The signings span a diverse mix of destinations, from the Himalayan retreats of Solang and Kasol to key urban centres including Kolkata, Raipur, and Bhiwadi, reflecting Dusit’s ambition to build scale across both leisure-led and city markets in the country.
The Maldives also remained a key focus, with the signing of Devarana – Dusit Retreat Maldives building on recent momentum in the market, including the signing and opening of dusitD2 Feydhoo Maldives and the ongoing success of Dusit Thani Maldives. The luxury retreat will reinforce Dusit’s long-term commitment to the country, serving as a flagship wellness destination that will fully integrate the group’s Devarana Wellness concept.
In the Middle East, Dusit continued to expand its regional presence with the signing of Dusit HotelAl Ahsa, located within the UNESCO-listed Al Ahsa Oasis, Saudi Arabia.
Dusit’s expansion in the Philippines continued with the signing of ASAI Camaya Coast, a 150-key lifestyle resort hotel at the heart of the 2,000-hectare Camaya Coast destination development in Mariveles, Bataan, alongside Dusit Hotel Greenhills Manila, which will feature 200 guest rooms and world-class facilities across the top ten floors of the 50-storey Primex Tower in San Juan City, Metro Manila.
In Thailand, the signing of Dusit Suites Sriracha and the subsequent opening of Tantawan Tented Camp, Chiang Rai further diversified the domestic portfolio. The latter also reflects Dusit’s group-wide sustainability framework, Tree of Life, through its community-based approach and integration of low-impact design, locally rooted experiences, and measurable social impact.
Dusit also marked its planned return to Myanmar with the signing of the legendary The Strand Hotel – Dusit Collection, Yangon, alongside the lifestyle-led ASAI Yangon, reinforcing its long-term confidence in the market.
Together, these signings have brought Dusit’s active development pipeline to more than 50 properties worldwide, all scheduled to open within the next five years.
Openings on the horizon
Building on the momentum of 2025, Dusit is positioning the group for what could become one of its strongest years of openings in 2026, spanning Asia, the Middle East, and selected emerging markets. Collectively, projects progressing toward opening during the year are expected to add more than 1,400 rooms to Dusit’s global portfolio.
As with all large-scale development programmes, the timing and sequencing of openings will remain subject to market conditions, regulatory processes, construction readiness, and broader geopolitical considerations in each destination.
Among the projects advancing toward opening during the year are WE Hotel – Dusit Collection, Lake Toya, Japan, alongside The Strand Hotel, Dusit Collection, Yangon, ASAI Yangon, and the phase-one opening of Dusit Princess Al Majma’ah, Riyadh, the group’s first operational hotel in Saudi Arabia.
In Malaysia, building on the momentum of Dusit Princess Melaka, Dusit is advancing plans for ASAI Gamuda Cove, a 280-key lifestyle hotel within a large-scale, eco-focused development near Kuala Lumpur.
Dusit also anticipates further expansion in the Philippines, with Dusit Hotel Greenhills Manila and several Dusit Princess properties across Cebu City, Boracay, and Lipa (Batangas) progressing through development.
Alongside this, ongoing development at Dusit Central Park – a landmark mixed-use project in Bangkok comprising the reimagined Dusit Thani Bangkok, ultra-luxury branded residences, premium office space, a high-end retail centre, and the city’s largest rooftop park – reflects Dusit’s capability in executing complex, integrated developments at scale.
“The momentum achieved in 2025 reflects the strength of Dusit’s long-term strategy and the clarity of our direction as a group,” said Chanin Donavanik, Group Chief Executive Officer, Dusit International. “Our priority has been to build a high-quality, well-balanced portfolio that can perform across market cycles, supported by strong brands and a deep understanding of the destinations we serve. In 2026, we remain focused on disciplined execution and sustainable growth, while staying mindful of the broader economic and geopolitical environment.”
Siradej Donavanik, Vice President – Development (Global), Dusit International, said, “Our development strategy has never been about growth for growth’s sake. It is about identifying the right assets, in the right locations, and applying the right brand, operational expertise, and long-term vision to unlock their full potential. Whether through new-builds, conversions, or thoughtfully integrated mixed-use developments that combine hotels and branded residences, our focus is on alignment – between the asset, the market, and the brand – supported by disciplined execution and a clear pathway to sustainable performance. This is how we create long-term value for our partners and deliver experiences that are true to what Dusit stands for.”
Dusit’s global portfolio now comprises 296 properties across 18 countries, including 58 hotels and resorts and 238 luxury villa rentals. The company’s nine brands span the lodging spectrum from affordable lifestyle to bespoke luxury, including Devarana – Dusit Retreats (Wellness Luxury), Dusit Thani (Bespoke Luxury), Dusit Collection (Character Luxury), Dusit Hotels (Upper Upscale), dusitD2 (Lifestyle Upscale), Dusit Princess (Upper Midscale), ASAI Hotels (Lifestyle Midscale), and Dusit Suites (Lifestyle Long Stay).
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About Dusit International
Established in 1949, Dusit International or Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) is a leading hospitality group listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Its operations comprise five distinct yet complementary business units: Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hospitality Education, Dusit Foods, Real Estate Development, and Hospitality-Related Services.
Dusit International‘s diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality-related services, and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion and diversification.
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