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Sunfun Info Launches “KOFO” App to Save the Earth Together by “Focus” with the Subsidiaries, Daiken Bio. and Australian Firefighters

10 million trees are expected to be planted in 10 years to realize forest restoration.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 8 November 2023 – After listing on the Taiwan Stock Exchange in 2013, Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 5278), which was founded by the cloud-based dating service “iPair”, has not only provided users with dating services but also crossed over to the biomedical industry by establishing “Daiken Bio.” in 2018. Adhering to the original intention of “treating consumers as family members”, Sunfun has successfully entered the healthcare market with its high-quality and high-concentration fish oil, lutein, and other products. This year, Sunfun once again extended its tentacles and announced its entry into the sustainable field by cooperating with several non-profit tree planting and conservation organizations around the world to launch a tool-based dedicated App “KOFO”. The App has the core concept of planting trees once downloaded by users, which echoes and implements the goal of global net-zero carbon emissions and restores forest resources. For the launch of the “KOFO” App on the 8th, Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. also invited the Australian Firefighters, who have been absent from Taiwan for 3 years, to make a passionate Appearance on stage to invite global users to download the App. By “focusing” on saving the earth, it is expected that 10 million trees will be planted within the next 10 years and help restore the global ecosystem.

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Advocating forest restoration, KOFO proves it with actions.

According to the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the global average temperature has already risen by 1.2 degrees Celsius, thus extreme climate is becoming more intense and frequent, which will cause great danger to the environment and people all over the world. Extreme climate has led to the spread of wildfires in forests around the world, such as the recent forest fires in Australia, which have caused the deaths of more than 3 billion animals and burned nearly 11.46 million hectares of forests, causing a devastating impact on global biodiversity. Human logging due to land development has reduced forest coverage year by year, which not only drastically reduces the carbon storage capacity of forests, but also leads to an increase in the frequency and scale of natural disasters. Forests are not only closely related to the survival of animals and plants but also have a crucial impact on the global climate. At the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference, more than a hundred leaders around the globe committed to ending deforestation by 2030, making “forest preservation” an important goal for global efforts. In this regard, Sunfun Info Co., Ltd.’s CEO, Calvin, Chia-Ming Chang, said, “Sustainability has always been an important corporate vision for Sunfun Info Co., Ltd., from human resources to health to the environment. About 13 years ago, I came across the book ‘Six Degrees’, and realized the great impact of climate change on the earth, I deeply understood that forests have an important relationship with climate change, and I believe that sustainability is not just a slogan. ‘KOFO’ was created to encourage consumers to ‘Stay Focused and Save the Earth.’ “KOFO” is a downloadable sustainable technology tool that allows users to plant a real tree on Earth. It joins forces with global non-profit organizations such as Eden Reforestation Projects, Trees for the Future, Plant For the Planet to plant trees. Additionally, it sponsors Carbon Positive Australia and One Tree Planted, as well as supports Koala Conservation Australia, an organization dedicated to koala conservation. to invite consumers to join in the effort to plant trees and practice forest restoration. Mr. Chang even said humorously, “Because the spirit of Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. is to have fun, work hard, and be healthy for a hundred years, and since fun, work hard, and be healthy have already been achieved, we hope that by planting trees, we can make the only earth last for a few more hundred years.”

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After a 3-year hiatus from Taiwan to support “KOFO”, the Australian firefighters called for planting trees to protect the earth.

Forests account for 31% of the world’s surface area are closely related to human life and have a great impact on the world’s ecosystem. Today at the press conference for the launch of “KOFO”, a green App that hopes to call on the world to plant trees to protect the Earth and to revitalize global forest resources through forest planting, the Australian firefighters and the representative of the State of Queensland in Taiwan were invited to make a passionate stand and call on everyone to plant trees to love the Earth. Patrick Hafenstein, representative of Queensland, said, “We are very excited about the launch of the “KOFO” App because Australia is one of the countries suffering from extreme climate change. We are grateful for Sunfun Info Co., Ltd.’s commitment to environmental sustainability, and look forward to more like-minded partners joining us in the future to restore forested areas and promote sustainable development. The Australian Firefighters, who risk their lives to fight forest fires, said, “The increasing frequency of forest fires in recent years has made us realize the importance of forest habitats to the earth, and we are honoured to be able to stand on stage for the “KOFO” App, and we very much look forward to the positive impacts that “KOFO” will bring to the ecological environment.

Estimation: 10 million trees to be planted in 10 years. The next step is to focus on natural conservation.

According to OXFAM, an international non-profit organization, each person in the world produces about 7.7 tons of carbon dioxide in his/her lifetime, and if one tree can absorb 20 kilograms of carbon dioxide for the earth, each person will have to “help the earth to plant back” about 385 trees on average. “KOFO” has already taken the lead in planting over 30,000 trees for the Earth before the launch of the App, and we expect to reach the goal of planting tens of millions of trees in the next 10 years. To Sunfun Info Co., Ltd., forest restoration is only a starting point, and in the future, Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. will focus on the conservation of endangered species of wildlife and expects to contribute more to the ecological diversity of plants and animals and promote the sustainable development of the global ecosystem.

Download “KOFO” Here: https://koalaforest.org/

Hashtag: #kofo #koalaforest #australia #environment #ecofriendly

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About KOFO App

“KOFO” is a gaming tool App that helps you to focus, with a special tomato clock experience! “KOFO” will plant a real tree on earth for users when they first download it. Users can set their focus time in the App to accomplish their goals and plant virtual trees on the phone at the same time. This allows users to focus on their work, study, or sports while planting trees in KOFO’s virtual forest, symbolizing their commitment and dedication to the protection of nature. Use the “KOFO” App to make your focus more valuable and continue to add more greenery to the world through focusing, so let’s Stay Focused, then Save the Earth.

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About Sunfun Info Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2002, Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. mainly develops online dating services, its products include the “iPair” Live Dating App, “SweetRing” Wedding Dating App, “weTouch” Fashion Dating, and many other Apps, and the “iPair” website, Sunfun Info Co., Ltd. was listed on the counter in 2013, and the current product market is locked in Taiwan, Hong Kong, the U.S., Mexico, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and other countries or regions, and the market for Sunfun Info Co., Ltd.’s products have continued to grow. In 2018, adhering to the original intention of taking care of their health and that of their families, they founded Daiken Bio., which is committed to researching and developing safe, secure, and effective health food products, with high quality and good reputation. In 2022, Daiken Bio. received 7 international gold awards from the World Quality Assessment.

The genesis of stone, explores the beauty of Hualien stone sculptures

HUALIEN, TAIWAN – Media OutReach – 8 November 2023 – Located on the east coast of Taiwan, Hualien is rich in stone and minerals. This unique geology forms the renowned Taroko Gorge, Qingshui Cliff, and Qixingtan Beach, attracting domestic and foreign visitors to its majestic scenery.

Works from stone sculptors from all over the world in the beautiful scenery of Hualien
Works from stone sculptors from all over the world in the beautiful scenery of Hualien

The stone of Hualien is the DNA of the city, integrated into daily life, with stone lining the pedestrian walkways, transportation shelters, collage and mosaic walls, to its community of stone factories, art merchants, sculptors, and artist studios. This vibrant stone culture informs the eminent “Hualien International Stone Sculpture Festival.”

The 2023 edition of “Hualien International Stone Sculpture Festival” is titled “STONEVERSE,” symbolizing the thousands of possibilities of stone like the stars in the universe, beyond its existence as a material. The main event “Symposium” invites 10 sculptors for a month-long residency from September 30 to October 29, including Jean-Paul Chablais (France), Vincent Beaufils (France), Marino Di Prospero (Italy), Francesco Mazzotta (Italy), Raphael Beil (Germany), Roland Hoeft (Germany), Albena Mihaylova (Bulgaria), Zdravko Zdravkov (Bulgaria), Behnam Akharbin Moghanlo (Iran), Hedayat Sahraei (Iran). After 28 years of operation through “Symposium,” Hualien has in its collection 180 large-scale stone sculptures created by artists from various countries. At the conclusion of their work, stone is granted life and faceted as precious gems, integrated into the majestic scenery of Hualien, awaiting its visitors.

The thematic exhibition “Detonation of Essence and Form” in a series of events will be on view at the Hualien County Stone Sculptural Museum until December 24. With works from 14 artists from Taiwan, China, South Africa, Japan, South Korea, among others, the exhibition aims to showcase diverse and contemporary perspectives on stone sculpture and material across generations, covering stone sculpture, metal casting, photography, video installation, imaging, melamine board, paper pulp, and furniture design.

Through consistent revisitation and interpretation of classic values, “stone sculpture” as a traditional art also continually renews itself. “Hualien International Stone Sculpture Festival” is a bridge between Hualien and the world, not only in creating an exceptional space for outstanding stone sculptors from all over the world, but also sharing the beauty of Hualien with the world, and collecting the essence of stone sculpture in Hualien for our understanding and appreciation.

Hashtag: #Hualien #HualienInternationalStoneSculptureFestival

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Johnson Electric reports results for the half year ended 30 September 2023

Highlights of FY23/24 Half-Year Results

  • Group sales US$1,937 million – up 9% compared to first half of the prior financial year. Excluding the effects of foreign currency movements and acquisitions, sales increased by 10%
  • Gross profit US$430 million or 22.2% of sales (compared to US$355 million or 20.0% of sales in the first half of the prior financial year)
  • Adjusted EBITA US$180 million or 9.3% of sales (compared to US$111 million or 6.3% of sales in the first half of the prior financial year)
  • Net profit attributable to shareholders up 115% to US$120 million or 12.99 US cents per share on a fully diluted basis
  • Underlying net profit, excluding the net impact of unrealized gains or losses relating to exchange rate movements and restructuring costs, up 66% to US$130 million
  • Free cash flow from operations US$208 million (compared to US$80 million in the first half of the prior financial year)
  • Total debt to capital ratio of 13% and cash reserves of US$440 million as of 30 September 2023
  • Interim dividend unchanged at 17 HK cents per share (2.18 US cents per share) with a scrip dividend alternative

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 8 November 2023 – Johnson Electric Holdings Limited (“Johnson Electric”), a global leader in electric motors and motion subsystems, today announced its results for the six months ended 30 September 2023.

Total Group sales for the first half of FY23/24 totalled US$1,937 million, an increase of 9% over the first half of the prior financial year. Excluding the effects of foreign currency movements and acquisitions, sales increased by 10%. Net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 115% to US$120 million or 12.99 US cents per share on a fully diluted basis. Underlying net profit, after adjusting for the effects of non-cash foreign exchange rate movements and restructuring costs, increased by 66% to US$130 million.

Automotive Products Group

The Automotive Products Group (“APG”), which accounted for 84% of total Group sales in the period under review, reported a 17% increase in sales on a constant currency basis. This compares to global auto industry production volume growth over the same period of approximately 10%.

APG performed strongly in each of the three major geographic regions, with sales on a constant currency basis up by 12% in Asia, 25% in Europe, and 16% in the Americas. While many applications for APG’s products are agnostic to vehicle propulsion type, a significant part of the division’s growing dollar content per vehicle stems from sales of new motion-related products that are key technology and performance enablers of electrification. Among the most important of these are electric water pumps, coolant valve subsystems, and integrated thermal management subsystems.

The structural transformation of the automotive sector away from internal combustion engine propulsion to electric vehicles is reaching a tipping point. Sales of battery electric and plug-in hybrid passenger cars are on track to exceed 14 million in 2023 – representing roughly one in every six new cars sold worldwide (compared to 1 in 40 new cars sold in 2019). By far the most important market driving this growth is China, where electric vehicles currently amount to close to 40% of all new vehicle sales. In Europe and the USA, the equivalent figures are around 20% and 8%, respectively. Although the mix of regulatory, economic, technology, infrastructure, and customer preference factors that impact the uptake of electric vehicles will continue to vary by country, it has become increasingly clear that all major automotive OEM customers are focusing their growth and investment strategies on electrifying their range of new models. For component and subsystems suppliers, the imperative is to develop solutions that support vehicle electrification at a competitive cost and on a global scale. In each of these respects, APG is making encouraging progress.

Industry Products Group

The Industry Products Group (“IPG”), which accounted for 16% of total Group sales, reported a 17% decrease in sales on a constant currency basis and excluding acquisitions.

IPG is experiencing a tougher year primarily due to two main macro-economic factors. Firstly, end-market sales of many “home centric” consumer products that boomed during the pandemic (home printers and coffee machines being two prime examples) are currently experiencing weaker demand as economies have reopened and consumers have rebalanced their expenditures towards services, entertainment and travel. Consequently, a number of IPG’s OEM and contract manufacturing customers – many of whom had also built-up large inventories to cope with the pandemic-induced disruptions to supply chains – have reduced or delayed orders of micromotors and motion-related components. Secondly, sharply higher inflation and rising interest rates are inevitably having a negative impact on consumer sentiment, spending on discretionary goods, and activity in the housing sector, which together underpin demand in several end-market segments served by IPG.

On the positive side, IPG has continued to grow sales in segments less sensitive to consumer sentiment, including medical device subsystems, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and microscopy. In the medium to longer term, IPG is also exceptionally well positioned to benefit from the proliferation of motion and electrification-enabling technologies in an increasing range of applications spanning electric bikes, lawn and garden equipment, ventilation and heating, smart home products, and other industrial applications.

Gross Margins and Operating Profitability

Gross profit increased by 21% to US$430 million – which as a percentage of sales represented an increase to 22.2% from 20.0%. The improvement in gross margins was largely the result of improved operating efficiencies on higher sales volumes, pricing adjustments to recover inflationary effects that had significantly hampered performance in the prior year period, reductions in direct labour intensity and lower inbound freight costs. These positive factors more than offset increases in utilities and subcontracting costs, as well as losses on hedging contracts.

Reported earnings before interest, tax and amortization (“EBITA”) was US$168 million (compared to US$86 million in the first half of the prior financial year). Adjusted to exclude non-cash foreign exchange rate movements and restructuring charges, EBITA was US$180 million or 9.3% of sales (compared to 6.3% in the first half of the prior financial year). In addition to the improvement in gross profit, the primary factor driving the improvement EBITA margins was reduced outbound freight costs, which outweighed an increase in specific claim provisions and warranty expenses.

Net Profit and Financial Condition

Net profit attributable to shareholders was US$120 million or 12.99 US cents per share on a fully diluted basis. Underlying net profit, adjusted to exclude the non-cash impact of foreign exchange rate movements and restructuring charges, was US$130 million compared to US$78 million in the first half of the prior financial year.

Cash generation improved sharply with free cash flow from operations amounting to US$208 million – due to the combination of higher profit and lower working capital and capital expenditure. Johnson Electric’s overall financial condition remains sound with a total debt to capital ratio of 13% and cash balances of US$440 million as of 30 September 2023.

Interim Dividend

The Board has today declared an interim dividend of 17 HK cents per share, equivalent to 2.18 US cents per share (FY22/23 interim: 17 HK cents per share). The interim dividend will be payable in cash with a scrip alternative where a 4% discount on the subscription price will be offered to shareholders who elect to subscribe for shares. Full details of the scrip dividend alternative will be set out in a circular to shareholders.

The interim dividend will be payable on 17 January 2024 to shareholders registered on 5 December 2023.

Chairman’s Comments on the Half-Year Results and Outlook

Commenting on the results, Dr. Patrick Wang, Chairman and Chief Executive, said, “Johnson Electric achieved commendable financial results in the six-month period ended 30 September 2023.”

“The strong top-line performance was driven by demand for automotive components that partly reflected pent-up demand for new car models following a lengthy period of global supply chain constraints, and partly an ongoing increase in the Group’s product content per vehicle as OEM customers accelerate their adoption of technology solutions that are enabling the industry’s shift to electrification, reduced emissions, and improved safety and comfort. Robust growth in auto component sales was somewhat offset by lower sales to consumer and industrial product applications due to post-pandemic demand adjustments and the negative effects of inflation and rising interest rates on consumer sentiment. Higher overall sales volumes drove improved operating efficiencies that, combined with the low base effect of the prior year period and other one-off factors, resulted in significantly higher profitability and free cash flow generation.”

Regarding the outlook for the second half of the financial year, Dr. Patrick Wang commented, “The Group has entered the second half of the financial year in much improved financial condition. Notwithstanding the highly encouraging set of results for the first half, there are nonetheless reasons to be cautious. In the automotive sector, the rate of sales growth has begun to slow as post-pandemic supply constraints subside and are gradually replaced by concerns over higher interest rates, tighter credit, and the price of new vehicle models. Meanwhile, IPG’s consumer and industrial segments continue to remain weak as several major economies struggle to avoid recession. Based on current trading conditions, it is expected that the Group will remain on track to achieve sales growth for the full year within the range of 5% to 7% that was budgeted for at the outset of the financial year.”

Dr. Patrick Wang further commented, “Beyond specific industry demand trends, the geopolitical environment remains unpredictable. In the face of such uncertainty, we remain focused on adapting our business model to seek to capture the substantial growth opportunities inherent in our target markets and, at the same time, ensure that we are building sufficient resiliency to withstand the risks of potential short-term demand shocks or supply disruptions.”

Forward Looking Statements

This news release contains certain forward looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations and business of Johnson Electric and certain plans and objectives of the management of Johnson Electric.

Words such as “outlook”, “expects”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “plans”, “believe”, “estimates”, “projects”, variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward looking statements. Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risk, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results or performance of Johnson Electric to be materially different from any future results or performance expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Such forward looking statements are based on numerous assumptions regarding Johnson Electric’s present and future business strategies and the political and economic environment in which Johnson Electric will operate in the future.

Hashtag: #JohnsonElectric

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Johnson Electric Group

The Johnson Electric Group is a global leader in electric motors, actuators, motion subsystems and related electro-mechanical components. It serves a broad range of industries including Automotive, Smart Metering, Medical Devices, Business Equipment, Home Automation, Ventilation, White Goods, Power Tools, and Lawn & Garden Equipment. The Group is headquartered in Hong Kong and employs over 35,000 individuals in 22 countries worldwide. Johnson Electric Holdings Limited is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (Stock Code: 179). For further information, please visit: .

Lao Junior Badminton Players Shine at ASEAN Championship

The Lao national junior badminton team at Badminton Asia (Southeast Asia) Regional Junior Championships in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from 30 October to 3 November. (Photo: Badminton Lao Federation)

The Lao national junior badminton team has garnered remarkable results at this year’s Badminton Asia (Southeast Asia) Regional Junior Championships in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. From 30 October to 3 November, the team secured a total of three medals, including one silver and two bronze.

A standout moment unfolded in the men’s doubles category, where Natthiou Phongsak and Souphaxay Simmavong clinched the silver medal in a final against Myanmar in the Under-15 division.

Adding to the team’s achievements, Anousine (Atee) Mnivanh earned a well-deserved bronze in the Under-17 singles category. 

Atee and Xana (Alock) Sirisak claimed another third-place finish in the Under-17 doubles category, according to the Badminton Lao Federation.

“I am very proud that I could achieve it; even though it is just a bronze medal, it is a medal for the history of the country,” Alock said. “I have been playing badminton [for] over 3 years, and I will keep practicing to get better for an opportunity to play for the national team again in the future.”

(Photo: Atee)

This was the first time playing at the international level for both Alock and Atee. 

“I have played many tournaments in Laos, but this was my first time playing outside of the country, and I am proud of it,” said Atee. “I don’t have a long-term plan for the future yet, but I am now preparing for the Lao Championship.”

The team’s success is a testament to their dedication, hard work, and the unwavering support they have received from their friends, family, and the Lao National Badminton Federation.

EcoFlow’s 11/11 Specials in Philippines: Powering Adventures and Homes with Discounts Up to 20%

MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach – 8 November 2023 – Double 11 (11/11) is coming soon, once again bringing unparalleled deals and discounts. EcoFlow, a pioneer in sustainable energy solutions, has joined the fray with promising offers to light up the occasion.

From November 11th-15th, EcoFlow is unveiling a series of exclusive offers on Lazada and Shopee for Filipino shoppers, with wide ranging discounts of up to ₱28,700.

As leaders in sustainable energy, EcoFlow offers a suite of portable power stations (PPS) perfect for outdoor adventures, and reliable emergency backup. EcoFlow’s solutions, including the RIVER 2 Pro and DELTA 2, bring portability, durability, and up to 10 years of daily use capability. These devices are not just lightweight and easy to carry but also feature long-lasting and safe LFP batteries.

For those who love outdoor activities or need dependable power during emergencies, the RIVER 2 Pro is an ideal choice. Available at ₱3800 off during the sale, this versatile and lightweight device employs advanced X-Stream technology, enabling it to recharge from 0-100% in just 70 minutes – up to five times faster than its peers. It’s an excellent ally for camping, traveling, or powering essential household items.

The DELTA 2, offered at a ₱6300 discount, is a must-have for homes that prioritize power reliability, comfort, and eco-friendliness. With an expandable energy storage capacity of 1-3kWh, it supports over 90% of everyday household appliances, including microwaves and hair dryers. The DELTA 2 ensures multiple days of home backup energy, making it a powerful and eco-friendly solution for a variety of needs.
EcoFlow’s offerings this 11/11 are more than just products; they represent lasting, reliable energy solutions suitable for any circumstance—ensuring users invest in their peace of mind.

Hashtag: #EcoFlow

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About EcoFlow

EcoFlow is a leading eco-friendly energy solutions company with the vision to power a new world. Since its founding in 2017, EcoFlow aims to become a reliable and trusted energy companion for individuals and families, providing accessible and renewable power solutions at home, outdoors, and in mobile spaces. Today, with operational headquarters located in the USA, Germany, and Japan, EcoFlow has empowered more than 2.5 million users in over 100 markets worldwide.

EcoFlow’s 11/11 Specials in Malaysia: Powering Adventures and Homes with Discounts Up to 40%

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 8 November 2023 – Double 11 (11/11) is coming soon, once again bringing unparalleled deals and discounts. EcoFlow, a pioneer in sustainable energy solutions, has joined the fray with promising offers to light up the occasion.
From November 11th-13th, EcoFlow is unveiling a series of exclusive offers on Lazada and Shopee for Malaysian shoppers, with discounts of up to RM1400.

As leaders in sustainable energy, EcoFlow offers a suite of portable power stations (PPS) perfect for outdoor adventures, and reliable emergency backup. EcoFlow’s solutions, including the RIVER 2 Pro and DELTA 2, bring portability, durability, and up to 10 years of daily use capability. These devices are not just lightweight and easy to carry but also feature long-lasting and safe LFP batteries.

For those who love outdoor activities or need dependable power during emergencies, the RIVER 2 Pro is an ideal choice. Available at RM400 off during the sale, this versatile and lightweight device employs advanced X-Stream technology, enabling it to recharge from 0-100% in just 70 minutes – up to five times faster than its peers. It’s an excellent ally for camping, traveling, or powering essential household items.

The DELTA 2, offered at a RM1400 discount, is a must-have for homes that prioritize power reliability, comfort, and eco-friendliness. With an expandable energy storage capacity of 1-3kWh, it supports over 90% of everyday household appliances, including microwaves and hair dryers. The DELTA 2 ensures multiple days of home backup energy, making it a powerful and eco-friendly solution for a variety of needs.
EcoFlow’s offerings this 11/11 are more than just products; they represent lasting, reliable energy solutions suitable for any circumstance—ensuring users invest in their peace of mind.

Hashtag: #EcoFlow

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About EcoFlow

EcoFlow is a leading eco-friendly energy solutions company with the vision to power a new world. Since its founding in 2017, EcoFlow aims to become a reliable and trusted energy companion for individuals and families, providing accessible and renewable power solutions at home, outdoors, and in mobile spaces. Today, with operational headquarters located in the USA, Germany, and Japan, EcoFlow has empowered more than 2.5 million users in over 100 markets worldwide.

EcoFlow’s 11/11 Specials in Thailand: Powering Adventures and Homes with Discounts Up to 20%

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 8 November 2023 – Double 11 (11/11) is coming soon, once again bringing unparalleled deals and discounts. EcoFlow, a pioneer in sustainable energy solutions, has joined the fray with promising offers to light up the occasion.

From November 11th-15th, EcoFlow is unveiling a series of exclusive offers on Lazada and Shopee for Thai shoppers, with discounts of up to 20% off.

As leaders in sustainable energy, EcoFlow offers a suite of portable power stations (PPS) perfect for outdoor adventures, and reliable emergency backup. EcoFlow’s solutions, including the RIVER 2 Pro and DELTA 2, bring portability, durability, and up to 10 years of daily use capability. These devices are not just lightweight and easy to carry but also feature long-lasting and safe LFP batteries.

For those who love outdoor activities or need dependable power during emergencies, the RIVER 2 Pro is an ideal choice. Available at ฿4300 off during the sale, this versatile and lightweight device employs advanced X-Stream technology, enabling it to recharge from 0-100% in just 70 minutes – up to five times faster than its peers. It’s an excellent ally for camping, traveling, or powering essential household items.

The DELTA 2, offered at a ฿8200 discount, is a must-have for homes that prioritize power reliability, comfort, and eco-friendliness. With an expandable energy storage capacity of 1-3kWh, it supports over 90% of everyday household appliances, including microwaves and hair dryers. The DELTA 2 ensures multiple days of home backup energy, making it a powerful and eco-friendly solution for a variety of needs.
EcoFlow’s offerings this 11/11 are more than just products; they represent lasting, reliable energy solutions suitable for any circumstance—ensuring users invest in their peace of mind.

Hashtag: #EcoFlow

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About EcoFlow

EcoFlow is a leading eco-friendly energy solutions company with the vision to power a new world. Since its founding in 2017, EcoFlow aims to become a reliable and trusted energy companion for individuals and families, providing accessible and renewable power solutions at home, outdoors, and in mobile spaces. Today, with operational headquarters located in the USA, Germany, and Japan, EcoFlow has empowered more than 2.5 million users in over 100 markets worldwide.

Laos Explores Growth Opportunities in Wood Processing Industry through EU, Regional Cooperation

Only 40% of Forest Cover left in Laos, Says Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
Deforestation in Ban Khangkao, Houameuang district. (Photo: SDNR-Asia)

As the wood processing industry in Laos is poised for significant growth in export value and economic development, the Lao government has been working with partners from the European Union and Southeast Asia to strengthen the regulatory and institutional framework of the forestry sector.

To this end, the Department of Forestry organized a workshop in collaboration with the EU-backed International Trade Centre’s Arise Plus project to outline the country’s priorities within the Lao Wood Processing Strategy and Export Roadmap. The discussions also delved into strategies for addressing challenges arising from the European Union’s Deforestation Regulation and its implications for the wood sector in Laos.

Under the EU Regulation, any trader who aims at putting on the EU market forest-sourced products such as soy, palm oil, wood, cocoa, coffee, rubber, and furniture, will need to prove that they “don’t originate from recently deforested land or have contributed to forest degradation.”

Laos, like other major exporters in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam, faces challenges under the EU Regulation requiring traders to demonstrate that forest-sourced products comply with deforestation standards before entering the EU market.

In a bid to fortify Laos’s wood processing industry and enhance its global competitiveness, a delegation from the country participated in a knowledge-sharing session with Indonesia’s Environment and Forestry (KLHK) Ministry on 23 October in Jakarta. The focus of the session was Indonesia’s effective implementation of the Legality and Sustainability Verification System (SVLK), showcasing its positive transformational impact on the forestry sector.

The now-mandatory SVLK, developed over a decade ago, involves Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) conducting audits of business units or wood products and requires all timber from state-owned and private forests to obtain verification of legality. This process is closely monitored by the community and non-governmental organizations, acting as independent watchdog groups. 

Agus Justianto, the director-general of sustainable forest management at the KLHK Ministry, highlighted the pivotal role this system has played in combating illegal logging in Indonesia, which was a significant threat across the country in the early 2000s. The system resulted in a 75 percent reduction in deforestation over the past three years, according to the minister.

Indonesia’s success story extends to its record-breaking export value of forestry products, reaching USD 14.21 billion in 2022 despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This result led to the signing of a voluntary partnership agreement with the European Union to facilitate the issuance of licenses exempting Indonesian wood products from the due diligence process under the European timber regulation.

In the meeting with the Indonesian delegation in Jakarta, Director-general of the Forest Inspection Department of the Laotian Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Khamphone Mounlamai, mentioned that Laos aspires to reach a similar partnership agreement with the EU in the near future.

As the Lao wood processing sector holds the potential to drive economic growth, the country is actively boosting its partnerships with the European Union and regional players, slowly thriving in the global wood market.