The Embassy of China in Laos, on behalf of the Chinese Government, has awarded 350 scholarships to Lao students and civil servants to study in China for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees in the 2023-2024 academic year.
Lao Students Receive 350 Scholarships to Study in China

ZENCE OBJECT Secures $2.5 Million in Seed Funding to Commercialise Sustainable Materials from Tea Residuals
First Macau originated startup back by the AEF Greater Bay Area Fund
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 August 2023 – ZENCE OBJECT has achieved a significant milestone by securing a total of $2.5 million in seed funding from the AEF Greater Bay Area Fund (AEF GBA) managed by Gobi Partners GBA (Gobi GBA). This strategic investment is aimed at advancing the realm of sustainable living. Notably, this marks the first instance of AEF GBA’s investment in a Macau-based enterprise, underscoring the potential of this collaboration to catalyze the growth of new eco-conscious ventures in the region. The infusion of funds not only empowers ZENCE OBJECT but also ignites a renewed sense of optimism for the trajectory of Macau’s development.

Pioneering Sustainability: The newly acquired capital will be predominantly channelled into establishing a cutting-edge research and development (R&D) centre and an immersive exhibition facility in Hengqin. These endeavours are poised to accelerate the pace of research and innovation. Additionally, investments will be directed toward setting up a state-of-the-art 1.0 material manufacturing line and processing hub within the Greater Bay Area, bolstering production capabilities. Simultaneously, the funding will facilitate team expansion, optimize operational workflows, and enhance overall managerial efficacy.
This financing round not only infuses ZENCE OBJECT with additional resources but also leverages the practical strategic insights of Gobi GBA and its AEF GBA Fund, fostering the sustainable evolution of green innovations. Beyond bolstering the Greater Bay Area’s progress, this collaboration paves the way for advancements in high-tech, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), eco-friendly materials, the healthcare industry, and green finance. It heralds a transformation within markets and industries, guiding them towards an environmentally conscious and sustainable future.
Debuting under the brand “CHAZENCE,” ZENCE OBJECT’s flagship venture employs breakthrough technological innovation to craft biodegradable Eastern eco-friendly materials, seamlessly integrating them into people’s everyday lives. The product range is crafted from biodegradable constituents such as tea waste, bamboo, bellflower, and discarded Chinese herbs. Transformed into various forms, these materials provide alternatives to conventional plastics, paper, and wood and find utility across a diverse spectrum of products, aligning seamlessly with modern society’s pursuit of sustainability.
The components within “CHAZENCE” have undergone meticulous scrutiny and validation by an expert team comprising scientists, engineers, and cultural specialists. This collaborative effort has yielded tailored materials suited for diverse commercial applications. The tea paper, which is completely biodegradable and sourced without deforestation, the formaldehyde-free tea board with triple the hardness of cement, and the tea plastic, which are both endowed with waterproof, washable, and high-temperature-resistant attributes, ensure an amalgam of quality, safety, and dependability. Furthermore, the trio of groundbreaking technologies – “ tea paper,” “ tea board,” and “ tea plastic “ – are in the process of patent applications across Hong Kong, China, Japan, and the United States.
In just over a year, the project has successfully cultivated collaborations with a host of prominent enterprises and brands, encompassing HEYTEA, AEON MALL, the China Tea Museum, Michelin-starred restaurants in Hong Kong, Macau-based resorts, hospitality and gaming companies, international automobile marques, both traditional and modern tea companies, and various hospitality establishments. The diverse product line offered by CHAZENCE has resonated across numerous markets, capturing the interest of brands and consumers alike, thereby sowing the seeds of a sustainable lifestyle.
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About ZENCE OBJECT
ZENCE OBJECT stands as a pioneering enterprise rooted in the Greater Bay Area, committed to tackling the global challenges of waste and carbon emissions. Their mission revolves around advancing the cause of green sustainability, harnessing innovative technologies and eco-conscious materials to furnish eco-friendly solutions across diverse industries, and contributing to the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives of businesses.
Through transformative technological strides and rejuvenating materials from the East, ZENCE OBJECT is resolutely reshaping the world and enhancing lives.
For more details about ZENCE OBJECT, please visit: www.zenceobject.com
About Gobi Partners GBA
Gobi Partners GBA (Gobi GBA) was established in 2016 as a part of the leading Pan-Asian venture capital platform Gobi Partners. Gobi GBA is the sole general partner (GP) of the Alibaba Hong Kong Entrepreneurs Fund (AEF) as well as the AEF Greater Bay Area Fund (AEF GBA Fund) and has formed strategic partnerships with other renowned financial institutions such as HSBC and Hang Seng Bank.
As of 2022, Gobi GBA has invested in over 70 start-ups across the Greater Bay Area and has fostered the growth of 7 unicorns including Airwallex, Amber, Animoca Brands, GoGoX, Prenetics and more.
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Laos Expects Food and Other Product Prices to Increase by 10% This Year
The Vientiane Department of Industry and Commerce has estimated that the prices of food and other essential products in Laos will increase by 5% to 10% for the rest of this year.
Prince Holding Group Secures Two Prestigious Accolades at The Global Economics Awards 2023
Prince Group’s Chairman, Chen Zhi, Bags the Leading Personality of the Year Award
PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach – 28 August 2023 – Prince Holding Group, a leading business group in Cambodia, clinched two accolades from The Global Economics Awards, an esteemed program honoring exemplary business entities worldwide for their tenacity and credibility. Neak Oknha Chen Zhi, Prince Group Chairman, was conferred the Leading Personality of the Year Award. Concurrently, the Chen Zhi Scholarship Program by Prince Foundation garnered the Best CSR Initiatives Award.

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Official Launch of HashKey Exchange’s Grand Launch on August 28th
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 August 2023 – HashKey Exchange, the first licensed retail cryptocurrency exchange in Hong Kong, will officially launch on August 28th. As a regulated entity under the supervision of the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong and in collaboration with top-tier banks, HashKey Exchange has pioneered automatic bank transfers for deposits and withdrawals, effectively addressing the industry pain point of frozen accounts and ensuring the security of user assets.

HSK Ecological Points
HashKey Group has introduced HashKey Ecological Points (HSK) to incentivize participants, including users and partners, within the HashKey ecosystem through various use cases. Users can utilize HSK obtained to access special features, enjoy discounted transaction fees, and exclusive benefits on the HashKey platform, among others.
HSK Mystery Box
•Customer Type: Individual customers (including retail customers and individual professional investors)
•All customers who successfully register during the event period will receive a mysterious blind box, which can be opened within 14 days after completing identity verification.
•Event Duration: From 14:00 on August 28th, 2023, to 14:00 on September 4th, 2023 (UTC+8), spanning 7 days.
Super Professional Customer Verification Rewards Event
•Customer Type: Individual professional clients / Corporate / Institutional professional clients
•During the event period, customers who complete verification will receive a generous package of 500 HSK.
•Event Duration: From August 18th, 2023, to September 30th, 2023.
•Contact for Details: VIP@Hashkey.com
Zero Trading Fees
•Customer Type: All customers
•At HashKey Exchange, spot trading incurs no fees. All customers can enjoy zero-rate transactions.
•Details: https://hashkey-pro.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb/articles/20863840032921-Zero-trading-fee-promotion-going-live
•Use item code to get an extra 20 HSK: iezc4, zijaz, ja3o0, 8bjx4, u0xny
API Trading Rewards Event
•Customer Type: All customers
•Trading Type: API trading
•Customers who achieve certain trading volumes and ranking requirements through API trading have a chance to win up to 300,000 HSK as the grand prize.
•Event Start Date: Starting from September 1st, 2023.
•Contact for Details: API@HashKey.com
Upcoming Events
Newcomer Starter Pack
•Customer Type: All customers
•All new customers can receive corresponding HSK rewards by completing beginner tasks. Completing identity verification awards 10 HSK, and an additional 15 HSK can be earned by completing the first transaction.
•Event Start Date: Starting from September 5th, 2023.
Trading Rewards Bonanza
•Customer Type: All customers
•Trading Type: Non-API trading
•During the event period, customers will receive 10 HSK for each trade reaching an equivalent of $10,000.
Hashtag: #HashKeyExchange
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AGON by AOC reveals its latest 26.5″ OLED competitive gaming monitor with 0.01 ms, 240 Hz, HDR10, and improved Dynamic Dial Point: The AGON PRO AG276QZD
Prepare yourself for a stunning FPS gaming experience
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 28 August 2023 – Leading gaming monitor and IT accessories brands – proudly announces its position as the world’s NO. 1 Gaming Monitor Brand as declared by the IDC Quarterly Gaming Tracker report for Q1/2023, AGON by AOC, has recently announced its latest OLED competitive gaming monitor, the 26.5″ AGON PRO AG276QZD. This world-class monitor features an anti-glare OLED panel with a low reflection polarizer, lightning fast 240Hz refresh rate, and 0.01ms pixel response time, representing the tip of the iceberg of why the AGON PRO AG276QZD is ideal for the success of competitive gamers. With a crisp 1440p native resolution (2,560 x 1,440) alongside 586.75 (H) × 330.05 (V) viewing area, this monitors’ OLED panel brings details to sharp focus, further complementing the monitor’s already exceptional refresh rate and response time. In addition, this competitive monitor is the first AGON PRO to ever feature Sniper Scope, and the new and improved Dynamic Dial Point, features specially designed to enhance FPS gaming.

The 16:9 AGON PRO AG276QZD delivers outstanding visual performance, featuring HDR10, 1,000 nits peak brightness, alongside sRGB 100% and DCI-P3 98.5%, for breathtaking color accuracy and visual vibrancy. To support the AGON PRO AG276QZD’s delivery of stunning visuals and unprecedented fluidity, the monitor supports G-sync compatibility for smooth tear free immersion, as well as HDMI 2.0 ports and DisplayPort 1.4 connections for maximum convenience and high-speed data transmittance.
To make matters more spectacular, OLED’s strengths of deeper blacks, higher contrast ratio, and fuller viewing angles, are amplified with the new and improved Dynamic Dial Point, a feature that is able to dynamically change the colors of in-game crosshairs through detecting the combination of colors of the game background. Another novelty of the AGON PRO AG276QZD is the Sniper Scope feature, allowing gamers to partially magnify the center of the screen using three different sized windows of 1.0x, 1.5x, and 2x magnifications. This makes the AGON PRO AG276QZD the perfect complement to gamers who love sniping in FPS shooters.
AGON BY AOC is committed to providing gamers with the utmost safety and satisfaction. The AGON PRO AG276QZD is a Red Dot Winner in 2023, featuring the essential ergonomic features of a pentagon base designed to save desk space while still providing optimal stability, allowing gamers more space in their setup for in-game movements while also allowing them the flexibility to adjust and play the most comfortably. In addition, this outstanding monitor ensures gamers are performing at their best through featuring TUV and UL Low Blue Light certification alongside UL Flicker Free certification to protect gamers’ eyes from long hours of play. Following AOC’s commitment to sustainability and fostering a better world for all, every monitor comes in sustainable green packaging. The AGON PRO AG276QZD will be available in August 2023.
Hashtag: #AGONbyAOC #AOC #AOCGaming
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About AOC
Founded in 1967, AOC is a globally leading monitor and IT accessories brand and a subsidiary of TPV Technology Limited, the world’s largest LCD manufacturer. AOC’s comprehensive product portfolio provides innovative, ergonomic, environmentally conscious and stylish solutions for professional as well as personal applications.
The sub-brand of AOC, AGON by AOC, offers one of the world’s strongest portfolios of high-performance gaming monitors and a complete ecosystem of gaming accessories grouped in three categories: AOC GAMING for core gamers, AGON for competitive gamers and AGON PRO for esports enthusiasts and professional esports players. Since 2020 AGON by AOC has been one of the leading gaming monitor brands and a top choice of gamers worldwide.
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Dengue Fever in Laos Surpass 23,000 Cases, 14 Deaths Reported

The number of dengue fever cases in Laos reached 23,432 on Sunday, with 14 deaths reported nationwide. This is an increase of 101 cases from the previous day.
BYD’s Controlled Subsidiary to Acquire Jabil’s Mobile Electronics Manufacturing Business
Expand Component Business for Consumer Electronics Enhance the Strategic Layout of Core Component Products
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 28 August 2023 – BYD Company Limited (“BYD” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries known as the “Group”; stock code:002594(SZSE), 01211(HKD counter)and 81211(RMB counter)announced today that its controlled subsidiary BYD Electronic (International) Company Limited (stock code: 285. HK) (“BYD Electronics”) and Jabil Inc, one of the world’s largest electronics manufacturing service and solution providers (the “Seller”) signed an acquisition framework agreement, intending to acquire the Seller’s mobile electronics manufacturing business for approximately RMB 15.8 billion (equivalent to US$2.2 billion) in cash, marking BYD Electronics’ expansion of the core supply chain for consumer electronics, and thus further increasing its market share and consolidating its leading position in the industry.
The Target Business of this acquisition is the Seller’s product manufacturing business located in Chengdu and Wuxi, including the manufacturing of components for existing customers.
BYD Electronics is a global leading platform-based high-end manufacturing enterprise, engages in a wide variety of businesses ranging from smart phones, tablet PCs, new energy vehicles, smart home, game hardware, unmanned aerial vehicles, Internet of Things, robots, communication equipment, health devices to other diversified market areas.
Mr. Wang Nianqiang, CEO of BYD Electronics, said “This Acquisition will expand the business of smartphone components and mark the beginning of a new cycle of rapid growth. The Acquisition will also ensure long-term sustainable development while creating value for customers and shareholders of the BYD Electronics.”
Mr. Kenny Wilson, CEO of Jabil, said “This transformational deal would represent the largest transaction in the history of our company, and I am thrilled to be able to work with a reputable company like BYD Electronics to drive this business successfully forward.”
Hashtag: #BYD
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