CHENGDU, China, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from CRI Online: On the afternoon of October 8th, at the Chengdu Jinsha Site Museum, a group of children excitedly showcased their “blue and white porcelain painting” creations, marking a perfect conclusion to the eight-day traditional cultural experience event, ‘Qing Rhythm: An Invitation from Jinsha’. This holiday extravaganza, designed for all age groups and blending cultural experiences with public services, not only allowed visitors from all over the country to immerse themselves in the charm of ancient Shu civilization but also delivered an impressive demonstration of the integration of culture and tourism through thoughtful services and humanistic care.
At the Event
Data shows, during the 2025 National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, the Jinsha Site Museum welcomed approximately 120,000 visitors, an increase of over 15.2% compared to the same period in 2024.
To ensure visitors had a fulfilling holiday, the Jinsha Site Museum fully integrated its exhibition halls and the National Archaeological Site Park resources, simultaneously opening three special exhibitions and organizing more than 80 diverse cultural activities. These efforts created a comprehensive, multi-dimensional audio-visual and interactive experience.
At the same time, the museum combined exhibition experiences with cultural services, offering not only free guided tours at different times each day but also launching multiple activities that were both educational and entertaining. The ancient civilization and distant history were reinterpreted through continuous exploration and storytelling, providing visitors with a fresh museum experience.
Additionally, the Jinsha Site Museum extended its cultural warmth beyond the museum walls through initiatives such as the “Mobile Exhibition on Ancient Shu Jinsha Civilization” in communities and the “Lighting Up Small Wishes, Spreading Warmth from Jinsha” themed charity event in hospitals. These activities brought holiday blessings and care to community residents and hospitalized children, promoting the extension of public cultural resources to diverse groups and highlighting the humanistic care and social responsibility of cultural institutions.
SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MegazoneCloud, a leading AI-native digital transformation company, today announced that its enterprise AI platform, Megazone AIR Studio, has achieved ISO/IEC 42001 certification, the world’s first international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS).
This marks the first ISO/IEC 42001 certification in Korea’s managed service provider (MSP) industry, underscoring MegazoneCloud’s leadership in building secure, ethical, and standardized AI management frameworks. The certification recognizes the company’s proven ability to design, operate, and govern AI systems responsibly—based on years of experience collaborating with enterprises across diverse industries.
Developed jointly by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), ISO/IEC 42001 defines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving an AI management system. The standard helps organizations systematically identify and mitigate risks associated with AI development and deployment—covering critical areas such as data bias, privacy protection, and fairness in AI decision-making.
Megazone AIR Studio is an enterprise AI platform that enables organizations to centrally manage, scale, and govern AI use across their businesses. With this certification, AIR Studio has been internationally validated for its:
Robust AI architecture and design that optimizes the use of global AI services;
Systematic risk management framework to assess and control operational risks throughout the AI lifecycle;
Comprehensive data governance and privacy protection policies that ensure compliance and trust; and
Continuous monitoring of AI performance and decision-making to maintain safe, stable, and transparent operations.
“This certification reflects our commitment to building structured, responsible AI practices that meet the highest global standards,” said James Kong, Chief AI Officer (CAIO) at MegazoneCloud. “Through AIR Studio, we aim to provide customers with a secure, transparent, and scalable AI environment—empowering every organization to benefit from standardized and efficient AI adoption.”
About MegazoneCloud
MegazoneCloud is a leading AI and cloud-native digital transformation company with more than 2,000 technology experts supporting over 8,000 global customers. The company partners strategically with major global and domestic cloud service providers (CSPs) and collaborates with over 150 independent software vendors (ISVs). MegazoneCloud delivers innovation through its suite of proprietary cloud, AI, and security platforms—including AIR Studio, Space CloudOps, Hyper Billing, and HALO Security.
Guided by its vision “Transform Tomorrow, Together,” MegazoneCloud is dedicated to helping customers build future-ready competitiveness powered by technology, data, and people. Headquartered in Seoul, MegazoneCloud operates in nine countries, including the United States, Japan, Southeast Asia, and Oceania, continuing to grow alongside its global partners and clients.
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By Isabelle LEONG/AFP – The President of the United States, Donald Trump, will attend the ceremonial signing of a peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia at an upcoming summit of Southeast Asian nations, the foreign minister of the host country, Malaysia, said on Tuesday.
BEIJING, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report by China Report ASEAN
On September 29, the Asia-Pacific Center of the China International Communications Group (CICG) released the episode of its “Connect With ASEAN”, titled “Quality Choice, Cremo Crush.”
In 2018, Yili Group Thailand started operated Cremo Ice Cream, officially entering the Thai market. Since then, it has been awarded the “FDA Quality Award” by the Thai Food and Drug Administration for five consecutive years.
By promoting a vision of mutual benefit and win-win development, Yili Group has become a vivid example of strengthening people-to-people bonds and fostering cultural integration at the regional level.
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 October 2025 – The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) announced the results of the audit on the civil aviation safety oversight system under the Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme – Continuous Monitoring Approach (USOAP CMA) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), conducted from 27 August to 8 September 2025.
The preliminary results, covering only the areas under CAAT’s direct responsibility showed a preliminary score as high as 91.35%, nearly 20% above the global average of 70.50%.
The audit covered all eight key areas, namely: 1. Primary Aviation Legislation and Civil Aviation Regulations (LEG) 2. Civil Aviation Organization (ORG) 3. Personnel Licensing (PEL) 4. Aircraft Operations (OPS) 5. Airworthiness of Aircraft (AIR) 6. Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation (AIG) 7. Air Navigation Services (ANS) 8. Aerodromes and Ground Aids (AGA)
The preliminary results, covering only the areas under CAAT’s direct responsibility -namely legislation, civil aviation organization, aircraft operations, airworthiness, personnel licensing, air navigation services, and aerodromes – showed a preliminary score as high as 91.35%, nearly 20% above the global average of 70.50%. ICAO will be sending a draft report to be reviewed within 90 days after the audit is completed, and the official scores are expected to be announced on ICAO’s website around February 2026.
Thailand achieved a perfect score of 100% in two areas – Aviation Legislation (LEG) and Civil Aviation Organization (ORG) -exceeding the global average by 20–30%. This is ample evidence that Thailand currently has a modern and comprehensive aviation legal framework aligned with international standards, along with a strong, well-structured civil aviation authority on par with the world’s leading aviation nations. It also demonstrates how far Thailand has come since being placed under the ICAO “Red Flag” in 2015, underscoring the country’s progress towards becoming a globally recognized aviation hub.
Thailand’s Aviation Safety Development Path
January 2015: Thailand (then under the Department of Civil Aviation) underwent an audit that identified 33 Significant Safety Concerns (SSC). As a result, ICAO issued a “Red Flag,” with Thailand’s Effective Implementation (EI) score at 33.53%.
September 2017: CAAT (Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand) resolved all deficiencies, leading ICAO to remove the Red Flag; the EI score rose to 41.11%.
May 2019: All remaining deficiencies were addressed (except in AIG, due to ICAO’s shortage of AIG experts). The EI score increased to 65.83%.
September 2021: ICAO conducted an Offsite Validation focusing solely on AIG, with the EI score recorded at 66.08%.
January 2022: ICAO updated its audit protocol from the PQ2017 Edition to PQ2020 for the USOAP-CMA, affecting the Effective Implementation (EI) scores of all states. Thailand’s EI score was adjusted to 61.60%.
July 2025: ICAO introduced the new PQ2024 Edition, the latest set of criteria for USOAP-CMA audits.
Preliminary Results
Current Score (before the audit): 61.60%
Preliminary Score: 87.71%
Preliminary Score (for areas under CAAT’s direct oversight – legislation, civil aviation organization, aircraft operations, airworthiness, personnel licensing, air navigation services, and aerodromes): 91.35%
Global Average: 70.50%
CAAT devoted the full expertise of its personnel to prepare for this USOAP CMA audit, the largest in the past decade since 2015. Air Chief Marshal Manat Chavanaprayoon, Director General of CAAT explained CAAT’s approach to the ICAO assessment that “ICAO provides Thailand with a checklist, questions, and guidance – the same procedure applied worldwide. Each CAAT division responsible for its respective area must work with its own team, covering legislation, operational procedures, and inspections of operators to ensure compliance with CAAT standards, thereby demonstrating the Authority’s oversight capability. Afterwards, ICAO reviews what CAAT has documented, such as regulations and operating procedures, to verify whether CAAT officials enforce them correctly, including applying penalties when operators or licensed personnel violate rules or laws. All these elements contribute to the high scores awarded by ICAO. This process reflects a comprehensive and transparent implementation of aviation law in line with international standards.”
CAAT will perpetually enhance and uphold the standards through ongoing development. Significantly, this achievement was not accomplished by CAAT solitarily but through the collaboration of all stakeholders – including Aeronautical Radio of Thailand Ltd., Airports of Thailand Plc., the Department of Airports, the Civil Aviation Training Center, airlines, and all relevant partner agencies. Their collective efforts drove this mission to success, giving confidence that Thailand will continue to advance steadily towards becoming a safe and reliable aviation hub for the region and the world.
“Normally, ICAO conducts audit programs for its 193 member states, with around 12–20 countries assessed each year. Given Thailand’s high score in this audit, it is expected that, in terms of managing safety risks among member states, there will likely be a considerable interval before Thailand is reviewed again. Over the past decade, Thailand has been among the countries most frequently audited by ICAO. In addition, the checklist used by CAAT for this assessment was the latest 2024 version, which is more efficient. From now on, ICAO will be using this checklist to evaluate all member states before the cycle returns to Thailand,”Air Chief Marshal Manat concluded.
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SINGAPORE, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda unveils a curated list of the best destinations for vegetarians, highlighting markets where plant-based travelers can indulge in local culinary delights. Agoda revealed that food-focused activities were one of the top five activity categories searched on the platform between June to July this year, showcasing a high interest in gastronomic experiences.
Globally, there are 1.5 billion vegetarians, making up nearly 20% of the global population, according to the World Animal Foundation. This growing demographic finds a welcoming home in Asia, where the rich culinary heritage, diverse ingredients, and traditional plant-based dishes make it one of the best places for vegetarian food. The region’s emphasis on fresh produce, herbs, and spices offers a unique and flavorful experience for plant-based travelers.
Here are the top vegetarian-friendly destinations for travelers looking to embark on a culinary adventure:
Phuket, Thailand Phuket transforms into a vegetarian paradise during the Thailand Jay Food Festival from October 20-29. This vibrant event celebrates plant-based living with an array of meat-free dishes, featuring traditional Thai flavors. Key ingredients include tofu, mushrooms, and a variety of fresh vegetables, making it a must-visit for those seeking authentic Thai vegetarian cuisine.
Rishikesh, India As a vegetarian-only city, Rishikesh offers a unique experience for plant-based travelers. The absence of alcohol and meat aligns with the spiritual atmosphere of this yoga capital. Visitors can enjoy a variety of Indian vegetarian dishes, rich in spices and flavors, while embracing the peaceful surroundings.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Known for its chay (vegetarian) restaurants, Ho Chi Minh City offers a plethora of options for plant-based eaters. The city is famous for its vegetarian pho and bun dishes, enriched with abundant herbs and fresh vegetables. This culinary scene provides a delightful exploration of Vietnamese flavors without compromising on dietary preferences.
Kyoto, Japan Kyoto is renowned for its traditional Buddhist cuisine, known as shojin ryori. This ancient culinary practice emphasizes simplicity and balance, using seasonal vegetables, tofu, and seaweed. Visitors can experience the serene and mindful approach to eating that has been perfected over centuries in this cultural hub.
Jeonju, South Korea Jeonju, the birthplace of bibimbap, is a haven for those who appreciate fresh vegetables and fermented foods. This iconic Korean dish is a colorful mix of rice, vegetables, and gochujang (red chili paste), offering a taste of Korea’s rich culinary heritage.
Ubud, Indonesia Ubud is a hub for plant-based cafes and a paradise for those seeking healthy, organic meals. The local cuisine features tempeh, a traditional Indonesian soy product, along with a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, making it a top choice for health-conscious travelers.
Penang, Malaysia Penang is famous for its street food, with Chinese and Indian influences creating a diverse and flavorful vegetarian scene. Visitors can savor dishes like char kway teow and rojak, which are easily adapted to vegetarian versions, offering a taste of Malaysia’s multicultural culinary landscape.
Tainan, Taiwan Tainan’s street food scene is a delight for vegetarians, with tofu being a staple ingredient. The city’s night markets offer a variety of plant-based snacks and meals, allowing visitors to experience Taiwan’s vibrant food culture.
Krishna Rathi, Associate Vice President at Agoda shared, “As a vegetarian, I am thrilled to see the rise in food-motivated travel, especially as more people embrace plant-based lifestyles. Asia’s diverse culinary offerings are captivating more travelers than ever, and Agoda is excited to guide travelers to these vegetarian havens. Whether you’re savoring bibimbap in Jeonju or traveling to Phuket to indulge in delicious vegetarian cuisine at the annual Jay Food Festival, Agoda makes it easy to find the perfect stay and activities to complement your culinary adventures.”
Vegetarian travelers looking to taste their way through Asia can find over 6 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities on Agoda’s platform, making it easier than ever to plan a trip that combines culture, relaxation, and a literary adventure. Visit Agoda.com or download the Agoda mobile app for the best deals and seamless booking options.
Equipping executives with forward-looking strategies and integrated insights to power vision and drive growth in a competitive market
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 October 2025 – Canon today announced the launch of the first Think Big Leadership Business Series in the Philippines. Themed ‘Innovation-Driven Leadership: Powering Vision, Driving Growth’, the executive forum will equip Philippine business leaders with critical strategies needed to drive sustainable growth in today’s business landscape. Happening on Monday, 27 October 2025, at the Ascott BGC in Taguig, this event will focus on leveraging innovative integrated solutions—from workflow automation to advanced security—to enable executives to power their future-ready vision and drive growth.
Canon’s first ever Think Big Leadership Business Series in the Philippines
This focus on innovation is critical at a time when the Philippines maintains its trajectory as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies. The country’s commitment to progress was recently affirmed by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), which saw the Philippines climb to No. 50 in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII)—a significant milestone that underpins the government’s push for a digitally competitive economy.
“In today’s dynamic Asian business landscape, the ability to innovate and scale is the true differentiator for Philippine enterprises,” said Norihiro (Nick) Katagiri, Senior Vice President, Regional Digital Printing and Business Solution Operations, Canon Singapore. “The Think Big series embodies Canon’s commitment to partnering with business leaders to not only navigate change but to proactively shape the future. We aim to provide senior executives with crucial insights and integrated solutions to harness the Philippines’ economic momentum and turn strategic vision into significant business advantage.”
Integrated Solutions and Discussions for Forward-Thinking Leaders
The Think Big event will feature a series of high-level panel and roundtable discussions led by Canon executives and key industry leaders, including Reynaldo Lugtu from Hungry Workhorse and Ernesto “Boogie” Boydon from Tagpros Education. The discussions will offer actionable insights on critical leadership priorities. These include leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a core business enabler and showcasing how leaders can move past complex challenges to forge growth strategies for future-ready enterprises.
Beyond the plenary and panel sessions, the event will feature a dedicated solutions showcase, providing guests an opportunity to engage with Canon’s innovations. This area will present key digital transformation solutions critical for future-ready enterprises, including new launches in the Philippines:
imageFORCE: Latest multi-function device (MFD) series that integrates intelligent automation and advanced security features to enable seamless connectivity across modern digital workflows.
Tungsten TotalAgility: Advanced intelligent automation platform that enables organisations to streamline complex end-to-end processes and maximise productivity.
ESET: Leading cybersecurity solutions that safeguard critical enterprise data and ensure uninterrupted business continuity in the digital era.
Attendees can explore firsthand how these integrated solutions deliver smarter, more secure, and efficient business workflows essential for driving growth in the Philippine market.
“The next wave of enterprise growth in the Philippines will require business leaders to cut through market ambiguity and decisively engineer their path to innovation-led opportunities,” said Anuj Aggarwal, President and CEO, Canon Marketing Philippines. “The Think Big series is engineered to provide the essential strategic blueprint for this transformation. It equips business leaders with insights to move from high-level strategy to execution, and experience how our integrated solutions deliver the practical competitive advantage required to rapidly accelerate growth in this dynamic market.”
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About Think Big Leadership Business Series
The Think Big Leadership Business Series, an initiative by Canon, is designed to inspire and empower business leaders with forward-looking strategies and actionable insights. First launched in Singapore in 2010, the platform helps organisations navigate today’s fast-evolving business landscape by demonstrating how innovation and technology can drive sustainable growth.
About Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Canon is a global leader in photographic and digital imaging solutions. Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd. is the headquarters for South & Southeast Asia driving sales, marketing and service strategies. Besides handling the domestic market, the company covers 22 other countries and regions. The parent company Canon Inc. has a global network of more than 300 companies and employs about 170,000 people worldwide. Canon is guided by its kyosei philosophy that focuses on living and working together for the common good.
TAIPEI, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT / Embedded Computer Technology, launches a new industrial computer, named KBox E-430-AML/ADN/AMH/ADH, providing a rugged, fanless and compact computing platform to system integrators and application developers for creating solutions to power a variety of smart applications, such as smart manufacturing, smart healthcare, smart city and smart retail.
KBox E-430-AML/ADN/AMH/ADH leverages the integrated Graphics of up to 32 execution units and AI acceleration features built in its central processor – Intel® Atom® x7000RE Series, Intel® Core™ i3 N-Series or Intel® N-Series. Thus, it is a cost-efficient solution capable of handling 4K media processing and accelerating deep learning and AI tasks at the edge with a low-power footprint.
Real-time Responsiveness
Depending on variants, the computer supports Intel® Time Coordinated Computing (TCC) technology as well as Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) protocol and can bring real-time responsiveness within the system and between systems over Ethernet to ensure time-critical tasks, such as coordinated movements, real-time control and safe interactions, to be done with precision and predictability.
Industrial-grade Resilience
Besides commercial-grade operating temperature range, KBox E-430-AML/ADN/AMH/ADH is available in extended operating temperature range as well for application environments from -40°C to 65°C. In addition, more ruggedized features are engineered and integrated to address diverse external hazards and threats to ensure reliable operation, such as passive cooling design without active fans and vents against dust, dirt and moisture ingress; wide input voltage range to accommodate to unstable power supply, surge or various voltage requirements in different applications; and a discrete TPM 2.0 chip inside to provide superior security.
Two Video Output I/O Configurations
The computer has two video output I/O configurations. KBox E-430-AML/ADN has two DisplayPort connectors for convenient multiple display setups; KBox E-430-AMH/ADH has one HDMI connector and one DisplayPort connector to apply to two mainstream video interfaces for maximum application possibilities. In addition, both have an USB Type-C connector that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode to provide a one-cable solution for an USB-C touchscreen monitor.
Kontron champions IoT and Industry 4.0 with secure state-of-the-art solutions including hardware, software and services to speed market entry, reduce cost of ownership, and offer longevity, ensuring its role as a trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.