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IBM and Cisco Announce Plans to Build a Network of Large-Scale, Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computers

–  New collaboration plans to unite strengths of both leaders to design a connected network of large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers, targeted by early 2030s
–  Companies plan to deliver an initial demonstration of multiple networked quantum computers within five years
–  Distributed quantum network could lay groundwork towards quantum computing internet defined by quantum computers, sensors, and communication in the late 2030s

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. and SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) announced an intention to collaborate on the groundwork for networked distributed quantum computing, to be realized as soon as the early 2030s. By combining IBM’s leadership in building useful quantum computers with Cisco’s quantum networking innovations, the companies plan to explore how to scale large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers beyond IBM’s ambitious roadmap. Additionally, they will work to solve fundamental challenges towards a quantum computing internet.  

A rendering of IBM Quantum Starling, IBM’s large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer planned to be available in 2029. (Credit: IBM)
A rendering of IBM Quantum Starling, IBM’s large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer planned to be available in 2029. (Credit: IBM)

Within five years, IBM and Cisco will aim to demonstrate the first proof-of-concept for a network that combines individual, large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers, enabling them to work together to run computations over tens to hundreds of thousands of qubits. This network would allow problems to be run with potentially trillions of quantum gates, the fundamental entangling operations required for transformative quantum applications such as massive optimization problems, or the design of complex materials and medicines.

“At IBM, our roadmap includes plans to deliver large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers before the end of the decade,” said Jay Gambetta, Director of IBM Research and IBM Fellow. “By working with Cisco to explore how to link multiple quantum computers like these together into a distributed network, we will pursue how to further scale quantum’s computational power. And as we build the future of compute, our vision will push the frontiers of what quantum computers can do within a larger high-performance computing architecture.”

“Getting quantum computing to useful scale is not just about building bigger individual machines, it is also about connecting them together,” said Vijoy Pandey, GM/SVP at Outshift by Cisco. “IBM is building quantum computers with aggressive roadmaps for scale-up, and we are bringing quantum networking that enables scale-out. Together, we are solving this as a complete system problem, including the hardware to connect quantum computers, the software to run computations across them, and the networking intelligence that makes them work.”

Scaling a Distributed Quantum Computing Network

IBM and Cisco intend to explore the development of quantum hardware and software that could physically link many large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers together to form networked distributed quantum computing.

The companies are targeting an initial proof-of-concept demonstration by the end of 2030, for which they plan to entangle qubits from multiple separate quantum computers located in distinct cryogenic environments. Doing so will require the companies to invent new connections, including microwave-optical transducers and a supporting software stack.

The Cisco vision for a quantum data center introduces an architecture for quantum networking infrastructure that could make distributed quantum computing a reality in the near future. This vision includes a complete hardware and software stack that aims to preserve fragile quantum states, distribute entanglement resources, facilitate teleportation between quantum computers, and synchronize operations with sub-nanosecond precision.

To scale beyond linking two quantum computers that are separate but physically close, IBM and Cisco are planning to explore how to transmit qubits over longer distances, such as between buildings or data centers. To achieve this, the companies will explore optical-photon and microwave-optical transducer technologies, as well as investigate how they can be incorporated into a quantum network to transfer quantum information as needed.

Linking together multiple quantum computers will require an appropriate interface. IBM plans to build a quantum networking unit (QNU) to serve as the interface to a quantum processing unit (QPU), with the explicit task of taking stationary quantum information in the QPU and converting it into “flying” quantum information through the QNU to then be further linked across potentially multiple quantum computers through a network.

Cisco’s quantum network would aim to distribute the entanglements to arbitrary pairs of these QNUs on an on-demand basis to drive the quantum information transfer required for a given quantum algorithm or application. Towards this goal, Cisco is developing a high-speed software protocol framework that can continuously and dynamically reconfigure network paths so entanglements could be distributed to the QNUs when they are done with their partial computations.

Together, the companies plan to investigate how a network bridge, comprised of novel hardware and open-source software, could use Cisco quantum network nodes to link many IBM QPUs within a data center through its QNU interface. In the future, this approach could be extended to link QPUs across multiple data centers. This would scale a larger quantum network across even larger distances to form the groundwork for a future quantum computing internet.

IBM quantum computers linked by this architecture could facilitate massively computationally demanding workloads, including those that require high-performance computing resources as part of a quantum-centric supercomputing framework.

Towards this vision, IBM is also working with the Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems Center (SQMS), led by Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, in its role as a member of four of the U.S. Department of Energy National Quantum Information Science and Research Centers. Together, IBM and SQMS intend to investigate how many QNUs could be used within quantum data centers, and they are planning an initial demonstration of multiple connected QPUs within the next three years.  

The Foundation of a Quantum Computing Internet

Building a distributed and scalable quantum computing network will create a pathway towards an exponentially large computational space and enable the expansion of diverse technologies, which could begin to form a future quantum computing internet by the late 2030s.

A quantum computing internet provides a future where many distributed quantum-based technologies, such as quantum computers, quantum sensors, and quantum communications are connected and share information across distances, such as a metro region and eventually, at a planetary scale. This bold vision could facilitate new possibilities such as ultra-secure communications, or precise monitoring of climate, weather, and seismic activity.

As another part of their current intention to collaborate, IBM and Cisco plan to co-fund academic research and collaborative projects to advance the broader quantum ecosystem, following a long history of fostering research in academic and national labs.

About IBM 

IBM is a leading global hybrid cloud and AI, and business services provider, helping clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and business services deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s legendary commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.

For more information, visit https://research.ibm.com.

About Cisco 

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) is the worldwide technology leader that is revolutionizing the way organizations connect and protect in the AI era. For more than 40 years, Cisco has securely connected the world. With its industry leading AI-powered solutions and services, Cisco enables its customers, partners and communities to unlock innovation, enhance productivity and strengthen digital resilience. With purpose at its core, Cisco remains committed to creating a more connected and inclusive future for all. Discover more on The Newsroom and follow us on X at @Cisco. 

Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and other countries. A listing of Cisco’s trademarks can be found at http://www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word ‘partner’ does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. 

Disclaimer: Many of the products and features mentioned are still in development and will be made available as they are finalized, subject to ongoing evolution in development and innovation. The timeline for their release is subject to change. 

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IBM
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IBM Communications
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Cisco
Ramona Redlingshafer
Public Relations
rredling@cisco.com 

An image of Cisco’s Quantum Networking Entanglement Chip. (Credit: Cisco)
An image of Cisco’s Quantum Networking Entanglement Chip. (Credit: Cisco)

 

IBM's future vision for quantum computing at scale includes quantum processing units (QPUs) networked over shorter distances in data centers, and over longer distances to potentially connect to quantum sensors and on-premises systems. (Credit: IBM)
IBM’s future vision for quantum computing at scale includes quantum processing units (QPUs) networked over shorter distances in data centers, and over longer distances to potentially connect to quantum sensors and on-premises systems. (Credit: IBM)

 

 

Lanvin Group Holdings Limited to Hold Annual General Meeting on December 18, 2025

NEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Lanvin Group Holdings Limited (NYSE: LANV, the “Company” or “Lanvin Group”), a global luxury fashion group, today announced that it will hold its annual general meeting of the shareholders (the “AGM”) virtually through a live webcast and teleconference on December 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM EST. The AGM will serve as an open forum for shareholders to engage with the Board of Directors and the executive management of the Company, and will be convened for the purpose of considering and, if thought fit, passing the Proposed Resolution set forth in the Notice of AGM. The Notice and the form of proxy for the AGM are available on the Company’s website at https://ir.lanvin-group.com.

The Board of Directors fully supports the Proposed Resolution and recommends that shareholders vote in favor of it as set out in the Notice of AGM.

Only holders of record of the Company’s ordinary shares with a par value of US$0.000001 each at the close of business on November 17, 2025 New York time are entitled to receive notice of, to attend and to vote at the AGM or any adjournment or postponement thereof.

The Company has filed its annual report on Form 20-F, including its audited financial statements, for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 (the “Form 20-F”), with the United

States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). The Form 20-F can be accessed on the Company’s website at https://ir.lanvin-group.com and on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov.

About Lanvin Group
Lanvin Group is a leading global luxury fashion group headquartered in Shanghai, China and Milan, Italy, managing iconic brands worldwide including Lanvin, Wolford, Sergio Rossi, St. John Knits, and Caruso. Harnessing the power of its unique strategic alliance of industry-leading partners in the luxury fashion sector, Lanvin Group strives to expand the global footprint of its portfolio brands and achieve sustainable growth through strategic investment and extensive operational know-how, combined with an intimate understanding and unparalleled access to the fastest-growing luxury fashion markets in the world. Lanvin Group is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “LANV”. For more information about Lanvin Group, please visit www.lanvin-group.com, and to view our investor presentation, please visit https://ir.lanvin-group.com.

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MULTIPLE EVENTS L.L.C, a Subsidiary of AMBITIONS ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT CO. L.L.C, Named Preferred Executive Service Partner for the 19th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AMBITIONS ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT CO. L.L.C (“Ambitions” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: AHMA), a United Arab Emirates (“UAE”)-based MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) and tourism services provider, today announced that its UAE-based subsidiary, MULTIPLE EVENTS L.L.C (“Multiple Events”), has been formally appointed as the preferred executive service partner for the 19th World Chinese Entrepreneurs Convention (the “WCEC”), to be held in Abu Dhabi and Dubai in October 2027.

Multiple Events plans to leverage its expertise and track record of managing large-scale international events across the UAE to deliver a convention powered by technology, aiming to showcase its innovation and execution prowess for the global business community. With a comprehensive, technology-enabled event plan spanning creative and scenographic design, venue and stage operations, hospitality, media and communications, supplier coordination and on-site management, Multiple Events aims to accommodate an expected audience of nearly 5,000 Chinese entrepreneurs, business leaders and global partners.

Established in 1991, the WCEC is a platform aiming to promote Chinese global entrepreneurship, commercial collaboration and cultural exchange. For over three decades, the WCEC has hosted large-scale events in many countries and cities, serving as a beacon for global Chinese businesses seeking international investment and cooperation. WCEC member companies include international enterprises and industry participants from across regions, while its network encompasses over 8,000 small and medium-sized enterprises across more than 100 industries worldwide.

The 19th WCEC is expected to serve as a globally focused platform attracting Chinese, overseas Chinese, and international business leaders, and encouraging investment and engagement with the UAE’s economy and industrial innovation strategy.

About AMBITIONS ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT CO. L.L.C

As a UAE-based MICE and tourism services provider, the Company serves a global client base by delivering event management and one-stop travel solutions. Guided by an experienced management team and supported by partnerships across the tourism and hospitality industries in the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas, the Company executes large-scale events for clients from diverse sectors. Additionally, the Company manages bespoke travel experiences, providing a one-stop guided tour service that streamlines travel across the UAE and its neighboring countries, as well as to other global destinations.

For more information, please visit https://ir.ambitions.ae.

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Henlius’ Serplulimab (anti-PD-1 mAb) Granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation by China NMPA for Neo-/Adjuvant Treatment for Gastric Cancer

  • The first CDE-designated Breakthrough Therapy for perioperative gastric cancer, promising accelerated patient access.
  • The world’s first gastric cancer perioperative regimen replacing chemotherapy with immunotherapy alone in the adjuvant setting has met primary endpoints in its phase 3 clinical trial, significantly reducing recurrence risk and improving cure rates. 
  • No immunotherapy has been approved globally for gastric cancer perioperative treatment – HANSIZHUANG is poised to address this unmet medical need.

SHANGHAI, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Shanghai Henlius Biotech, Inc. (2696.HK) announced that its self-developed innovative anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody HANSIZHUANG (serplulimab, Hetronifly® in Europe), in combination with chemotherapy for neo-/adjuvant treatment for gastric cancer, has been officially granted the Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD) by the Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) of the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). This marks the first gastric cancer perioperative drug to receive the CDE’s BTD. Previously, the phase 3 clinical trial of this therapy met its primary endpoints. As the world’s first perioperative gastric cancer treatment regimen replacing chemotherapy with immunotherapy alone in the adjuvant setting, it demonstrates potential to deliver dual breakthroughs in survival benefits and quality of life for patients.

In accordance with the relative measures of Administration of Drug Registration and the Announcement of the NMPA on the Release of Three Documents including the Working Procedures for Review of Breakthrough Therapeutics (Trial) (No. 82 of 2020), the BTD procedure is designed to expedite the development and review of therapies that are intended for treatment of a seriously debilitating or life-threatening condition for which there is no existing treatment and where preliminary evidence indicates advantages of the therapy over available treatment options. According to the CDE, drug candidates with BTD may be eligible for conditional approval and priority review when submitting a New Drug Application (NDA).

Gastric cancer is a highly prevalent malignant tumor worldwide, ranking fifth in both incidence and mortality among all cancers [1]. In China, the number of new cases and deaths from gastric cancer reached 359,000 and 260,000 respectively in 2022, ranking fifth and third among all malignant tumors [2], reflecting a substantial disease burden. Currently, radical surgery remains the primary treatment for gastric cancer. However, clinical practice faces multiple challenges, including low rates of surgical resection, a limited proportion of radical resections, and high postoperative recurrence rates in patients with stage 2 or higher disease. Therefore, improving resection rates and exploring effective non-surgical treatment strategies have become key research directions in gastric cancer management [3]. Against this backdrop, the role of neoadjuvant/adjuvant therapy has become increasingly prominent [4]. Neoadjuvant therapy aims to downstage tumors, increase the rate of complete resection, and achieve maximal pathological response. Adjuvant therapy, on the other hand, focuses on eliminating minimal residual disease after surgery to reduce the risk of recurrence. Currently, chemotherapy or chemoradiotherapy represents the mainstream perioperative treatment strategy for gastric cancer [5-7]. Nevertheless, recurrence rates remain high. Additionally, many patients experience interruptions in adjuvant therapy due to slow postoperative recovery or poor tolerance to chemotherapy, which directly affects their long-term survival outcomes.

The ASTRUM-006 trial—a phase 3 study evaluating HANSIZHUANG combined with chemotherapy as neo-/adjuvant treatment for gastric cancer—is the first perioperative Phase 3 registration study in China to report positive results, It aims to assess the clinical efficacy and safety of HANSIZHUANG plus chemotherapy compared with placebo plus chemotherapy as neoadjuvant, followed by HANSIZHUANG monotherapy as adjuvant therapy, in patients with early-stage gastric cancer. Interim analysis results demonstrated that the combination of HANSIZHUANG and chemotherapy significantly extended event-free survival (EFS) and achieved a pathological complete response (pCR) rate more than three times that of the control group, significantly reducing the risk of recurrence with an overall manageable safety profile. The study pioneers a novel “chemotherapy-free” adjuvant treatment model. This approach not only enhances the potential for cure but also achieves a superior balance between efficacy and safety by avoiding chemotherapy-related toxicities, thereby substantially improving patient treatment adherence and quality of life. Currently, no immunotherapy is approved globally for the perioperative treatment of gastric cancer. As a multicenter clinical trial initiated by a Chinese company and led by Chinese investigators, ASTRUM-006 fully demonstrates China’s innovative capacity and leadership in the field of oncology. The recent granting of BTD authoritatively recognizes HANSIZHUANG’s potential and clinical value in the perioperative setting of gastric cancer, which is expected to accelerate its regulatory review and market approval, potentially filling the current gap in immunotherapy for this indication.

Going forward, Henlius will fast-track this innovative therapy to market, bridging a clinical breakthrough into tangible survival benefits. We are committed to bringing new hope to patients through a superior treatment option.

About Henlius
Henlius (2696.HK) is a global biopharmaceutical company with the vision to offer high-quality, affordable and innovative biologic medicines for patients worldwide with a focus on oncology, autoimmune diseases and ophthalmic diseases. To date, 10 products have been approved for marketing across multiple countries and regions, and 3 marketing applications have been accepted for review in China, the U.S. and the EU, respectively. Since its inception in 2010, Henlius has built an integrated biopharmaceutical platform with core capabilities of high-efficiency and innovation embedded throughout the whole product life cycle including R&D, manufacturing and commercialization. It has established global innovation centre and Shanghai-based commercial manufacturing facilities certificated by China, the EU and U.S. GMP.

Henlius has pro-actively built a diversified and high-quality product pipeline covering about 50 molecules and has continued to explore immuno-oncology combination therapies with proprietary HANSIZHUANG (anti-PD-1 mAb) as the backbone. To date, the company’s launched products include HANSIZHUANG (serplulimab, trade name: Hetronifly® in Europe), the world’s first anti-PD-1 mAb for the first-line treatment of SCLC, HANQUYOU (trastuzumab, trade name: HERCESSI™ in the U.S., Zercepac® in Europe), a China-developed mAb biosimilar approved in China, Europe and U.S., HANLIKANG (rituximab), the first China-developed biosimilar, denosumab Bildyos® and Bilprevda®, and pertuzumab Poherdy®. What’s more, Henlius has conducted over 30 clinical studies for 19 products, expanding its presence in major markets as well as emerging markets.

To learn more about Henlius, visit https://www.henlius.com/en/index.html and connect with us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/henlius/.

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Fibocom Launches AI Dongle to Transform Edge AI Experiences

SHENZHEN, China, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fibocom (300638.SZ | 0638.HK), a global leader in wireless communication modules and edge AI solutions, has unveiled its innovative AI Dongle. The device delivers mobile AI computing power to personal PCs, NAS devices, and other terminals, supporting real-time on-device LLM inference for applications like Q&A assistants, text-to-image search, and meeting summarization.

Plug-and-Play AI Experience

The AI Dongle addresses key challenges for edge devices, including real-time inference, data privacy, and energy efficiency. USB-powered, compact, and driver-free, it delivers a true plug-and-play experience on any USB-enabled device. By processing data locally, sensitive information remains on-device, making it ideal for privacy-focused scenarios such as smart meetings and personal assistants. Built on the Qualcomm® QCS6490 processor, the AI Dongle supports a wide range of tasks, from lightweight AI workloads to complex large-model inference.

Fibocom’s proprietary AI Stack empowers developers to access popular models via OpenAI APIs, enabling seamless integration of on-device AI capabilities with minimal configuration.

Empowering Devices from PCs to NAS

Plugged into any standard PC USB port, the AI Dongle delivers powerful AI capabilities for applications like smart meeting systems, supporting offline multi-language translation and automatic meeting summaries.

For developers, it lowers the barrier to entry—no expensive AI workstations are needed. Creative professionals can accelerate AI-powered plugins for image processing, video editing, and more.

Paired with NAS devices, the AI Dongle adds dedicated AI computing to centralized storage. This combination is ideal for smart home and safety applications, enabling real-time analysis of local video for facial recognition and behavior detection while protecting data privacy. For small and medium-sized enterprises, it offers secure, efficient content management, supporting tasks like document analysis and intelligent categorization. In research and edge computing, it provides a local processing platform that reduces cloud dependency, latency, and costs.

Flexible Expansion for Developers

Fibocom currently offers two demo applications—knowledge Q&A and audio/video transcription—and plans to launch local knowledge-base solutions soon. The AI Dongle will also support open-source agent frameworks, including Tencent Youtu-Agent, streamlining AI application development and accelerating deployment.

Willson Liu, General Manager of Fibocom AIS Business Unit, said:
“The AI Dongle will accelerate AI adoption across intelligent devices, offering a portable, user-friendly, scalable AI+ solution. Fibocom is committed to collaborating across the edge AI ecosystem to explore diverse computing solutions and drive intelligent upgrades across industries.”

About Fibocom 

Fibocom, founded in 1999, is China’s first wireless communication module company listed on both the A-share and H-share markets (300638.SZ, 0638.HK). As a global leading provider of wireless communication modules and AI solutions, Fibocom leverages wireless communication and artificial intelligence as its core technologies to provide integrated hardware and software solutions that empower industry applications. These solutions accelerate the transformation from “Connect Everything” to “Intelligent Connectivity” across diverse industries.

Fibocom’s one-stop solutions encompass cellular communication, AI, automotive, and GNSS modules, as well as AI toolchains, supporting industry-side and mainstream large model integration, and providing AI Agent, global connectivity, and cloud services, driving the digital intelligence upgrades in industries such as robotics, consumer electronics, low-altitude economy, intelligent transportation, smart retail, and smart energy.

China highlights green achievements at COP30 side session


BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 November 2025 – China showcased its environmental achievements at a side session during the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, on November 10, underscoring its broader vision of ecological civilization and its ongoing efforts to address climate change.

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The event, held at the China Pavilion under the theme on ecological civilization and the practice of building a “Beautiful China,”, brought together senior Chinese officials and top United Nations climate leaders.

China’s Minister of Ecology and Environment (MEE) Huang Runqiu said at the event that the country has placed ecological civilization at an “unprecedented height” since 2012, integrating carbon reduction, pollution control, ecosystem restoration, and high-quality growth.

“China has created remarkable ecological and green development miracles,” he said, adding that the country will continue advancing ecological civilization with broader vision and stronger measures while implementing its national strategy and promoting the Global Development Initiative, Global Security Initiative, Global Civilization Initiative, and Global Governance Initiative, for tackling climate change, to help address climate change.

Other keynote speakers included the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Executive Secretary Simon Stiell, the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) Executive Director Inger Andersen, Selwin Hart, Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General on Climate Action and Just Transition, and China’s special envoy for climate change Liu Zhenmin.

Li Gao, China’s COP30 delegation head and vice minister of MEE, chaired the opening remarks session.

Li said China remains a “determined actor and major contributor to global green development,” and will continue constructive engagement in multilateral climate processes while upholding the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities. He called for strengthened unity to build “a clean, beautiful and sustainable world.”

Stiell described China as “a cornerstone of global climate action,” emphasizing its long-standing role in South-South cooperation and sustained commitment to dialogue under the Paris Agreement framework. He said China’s practical contributions have advanced international climate governance.

UNEP’s Andersen said China’s guiding concept that “lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets” reflects “deep development wisdom.” She noted China’s global leadership in multiple sectors, including electric vehicle production and sales, declining energy intensity per unit of GDP, and the rapid expansion of its national carbon market. These achievements, she said, offer “valuable lessons to countries charting their own green transitions.”

Inger Andersen, executive director of the United Nations Environment Programme, delivers remarks. (Photo by Lin Mengnan/China News Network)
Inger Andersen, executive director of the United Nations Environment Programme, delivers remarks. (Photo by Lin Mengnan/China News Network)

Hart stressed that COP30 must become a “turning point” in humanity’s response to the escalating climate crisis. The first decade under the Paris Agreement has shown that climate goals are achievable, he said, urging nations to adopt stronger collective action over the next 10 years to bring global climate governance back on track.

Climate envoy Liu Zhenmin underscored the symbolic timing: the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement and the fifth year since China announced its carbon peaking and neutrality pledges. He highlighted China’s new nationally determined contribution unveiled on Sept. 24, which for the first time outlines economy-wide net emissions reductions after reaching carbon peak and details major accompanying actions. The updated commitments, he said, send a “strong signal of China’s firm resolve” to tackle climate change.

During the event, two reports that highlight China’s ecological civilization progress and its updated climate policy roadmap were released, providing new data and case studies on green development and climate action. In parallel, a public-interest song promoting environmental awareness was launched globally.

Hosted by the MEE and the Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization Research Center, the session aimed to share experience, build consensus, and support the COP30 agenda.

China News Network is a co-organizer of the side session.

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Hong Kong Maritime Week: Setting sail for a greener future


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 November 2025 – Global leaders from the shipping world have converged for Hong Kong Maritime Week (HKMW) 2025, the ninth edition of the week-long series of events (November 16-22) held under the overarching theme of “Navigating to a Greener Future”.

With over 50 events organised by more than 70 international, Chinese Mainland and local organisers, HKMW 2025 has drawn a record of over 18,000 participants from around the globe. It provides a high-level platform for policymakers, senior representatives of international organisations as well as industrial luminaries and practitioners to share their perspectives and exchange views on various topics of interest to the global maritime industry.

Hong Kong Maritime Week showcases Hong Kong's status as a leading global maritime capital
Hong Kong Maritime Week showcases Hong Kong’s status as a leading global maritime capital

Speaking at the opening ceremony (November 17), John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), urged stronger international collaboration to overcome challenges and forge a more sustainable future for maritime industries.

“In a world being reshaped by geopolitical discord, technological disruption and climate change, these themes are more than aspirational. They sound an alarm, a wake-up call to collective action,” Mr Lee said. “Hong Kong’s role as a stable, reliable and dynamic maritime hub has never been more vital. The principle of ‘one country, two systems’ is the cornerstone of our success, providing us with an unshakeable foundation.”

Mr Lee also attended the opening of the two-day Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference (ALMAC) (November 17-18), an anchor event of HKMW that welcomed some 2,300 high-profile logistics leaders and professionals from more than 40 countries and regions . During the event, he unveiled the first batch of ports under the newly established Partner Port network.

“I am particularly pleased to announce that Hong Kong has established Partner Port relationships with Guangxi port and Dalian port in the Chinese Mainland, and Port San Antonio in Chile,” Mr Lee said. “These ports are of strategic importance, and true to our character and policy priorities. As an international maritime centre, we connect the Chinese Mainland with the world and seek partners who support an open, international trade order.”

Hong Kong is building “partner port” relationships with strategic ports in Chinese Mainland and key Belt and Road regions
Hong Kong is building “partner port” relationships with strategic ports in Chinese Mainland and key Belt and Road regions

Echoing the theme of the HKMW 2025, the HKSAR Government’s Secretary for Transport and Logistics, Mable Chan, said green transformation is a major global trend in the maritime industry. To help meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO)’s target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions from international shipping by 2050, the government was bringing together all parties, including fuel suppliers and other IMO members to achieve this goal as a joint force.

In a media interview, Ms Chan outlined recent government initiatives to promote green shipping. These include announcing the Code of Practice on LNG Bunkering and Code of Practice on Methanol Bunkering, and launching the Green Maritime Fuel Bunkering Incentive Scheme to provide incentives to pioneer companies conducting green maritime fuel bunkering businesses in Hong Kong for relevant bunkering operations.

“The government facilitated the conduct of the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) ship-to-ship bunkering demonstration by the industry in February 2025. Since then, 13 commercial LNG bunkering operations have been successfully conducted, regularising the provision of commercial LNG bunkering services in Hong Kong,” Ms Chan said. “These demonstrate Hong Kong’s great potential in developing green maritime fuel bunkering.”

Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, highlighted opportunities arising from decarbonisation. Speaking at the Hong Kong Global Maritime Trade Summit (November 17) themed “Building Resilience, Driving Growth and Investment”, Mr Chan said that maritime decarbonisation represents a “multi-trillion-dollar investment opportunity” through 2050.

“The transition to zero-emission marine fuels could create up to 4 million jobs globally across the energy supply chain,” he said. “Here in Hong Kong, we are embracing this. For example, we have published an Action Plan on Green Maritime Fuel Bunkering, positioning ourselves as a regional hub for sustainable fuel supply. Our goal is to provide bunkering services for green fuels to ocean-going vessels more than 60 times per year by 2030, involving over 200,000 tonnes of green maritime fuels.”

Hong Kong ranks fourth, globally, in the International Shipping Centre Development Index for six consecutive years and is home to more than 1,200 port and maritime-related companies, a thriving cluster of global leaders in ship management, finance, insurance and law.

To enhance the city’s leading position in high value-added maritime services, Mr Lee said Hong Kong would make good use of its “one country, two systems” advantages, including being China’s only bilingual common law jurisdiction as well as offering a simple and low tax regime, free port status and the unfettered flow of capital, information and talent.

Ms Chan said, “We will strengthen collaboration with international marine insurance organisations to upscale the training of marine insurance talents, whilst expanding the scope of the Maritime and Aviation Training Fund to cover more green energy courses, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong maritime strengths.”

By harnessing the power of AI, blockchain, cloud computing and other cutting-edge technologies, Hong Kong is developing a Port Community System, to be launched in January 2026. It will enable real-time cargo tracking and facilitate data exchange across transport modes, boosting trade and capital flows digitally, opening up new opportunities, from trade financing to more efficient customs declaration.

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Sungrow Elevates Australian Renewable Energy Alliances: Three Key Partners Ink 2026 Distribution Agreements

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the global leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, proudly strengthened its long-standing strategic alliances with top renewable energy distributors, Raystech Group, Supply Partners, and Tradezone during a formal signing ceremony at the 2025 All-Energy Australia exhibition. These enhanced signings mark a pivotal milestone in Sungrow’s continued dedication to accelerating Australia’s clean energy transition through trusted partnerships and innovative solutions.

Sungrow Signing  2026 Distribution Agreements with Three Key Partners
Sungrow Signing 2026 Distribution Agreements with Three Key Partners

Three Key Partners Sign 2026 Distribution Agreements

–      The Agreement with Prominent Wholesale Distributor in Australia and New Zealand – Raystech Group

Building on a successful partnership, Sungrow has entered a new distribution agreement with Raystech Group, a leading renewable energy wholesaler headquartered in Brisbane. Under the 2026 agreement, Raystech will deliver 800MW of Sungrow PV inverters, including 450MW for residential, 150MW for commercial & industrial (C&I), and 200MW for utility-scale applications.

In addition, Raystech will supply 1GWh of Sungrow battery energy storage systems (BESS) in 2026, including 600MWh for residential, 150MWh for C&I, and 250MWh for utility-scale projects. This collaboration reinforces Sungrow’s commitment to accelerating the clean energy transition and expanding access to advanced solar and storage solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

–      The Expanded Agreement with Long-Standing Partner in Australia’s Renewable Energy Sector – Supply Partners

At All-Energy Australia 2025, Sungrow and Supply Partners renewed their strategic distribution agreement for 2026, covering 300MW of PV inverters and 300MWh of residential battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Supply Partners will continue to lead direct distribution across residential, commercial, and battery segments, reinforcing a shared commitment to delivering reliable and future-ready clean energy solutions for Australia’s evolving market.

–      The Strategic Agreement with Australia’s Largest Online Electrical Wholesaler Tradezone

Sungrow and Tradezone formalised a strategic partnership to deliver trusted clean energy solutions to communities nationwide. By strengthening supply channels and empowering thousands of installers, this collaboration brings smarter solar and storage technologies to more Australian households and businesses, accelerating the transition to a sustainable energy future.

About Raystech

Raystech is an international brand in leading renewable energy wholesale distribution with a footprint all across Australia and New Zealand. In Australia and New Zealand, self-operated sales offices and widest warehouses across Australia and distribution centers in major cities provide a comprehensive solar solution to their clients. Raystech shares synergy with their clients and suppliers aimed to become an industry-preferred renewable energy wholesale distributor in a customer-centric business model. 

About Supply Partners

Established in 2012, Supply Partners is a highly trusted distributor in Australia’s renewable energy sector, specialising in the distribution of premium solar and storage solutions. With a strong focus on residential, commercial, and battery segments, the company delivers tailored support and technical expertise to installers nationwide. Supply Partners is known for its customer-first approach, streamlined logistics, and commitment to advancing clean energy adoption across Australia.

About Tradezone

Tradezone is Australia’s largest local electrical supplier, proudly family-owned and operated for over 30 years. Renowned as the go-to source for electrical supply needs, Tradezone serves electricians, tradies, and industry professionals across Sydney, Newcastle, Rural New South Wales, and Canberra. With an extensive inventory includes everything from premium solar panels to industrial electrical supplies, Tradezone combines deep industry expertise with reliable service to power Australia’s clean energy future.

About Sungrow

Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world’s most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we’re committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com.