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Evnia, a new range of Philips monitors and accessories to reinvent the rules of gaming

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 October 2022 – The gaming industry has come a long way. From its simple, two-dimensional debut in the 1970s and 80s, gaming has kept pace with the rapid evolution of digital technology, rising to become not just a form of entertainment but a truly immersive sensorial experience with uniquely powerful appeals. Increasingly, modern gamers expect a brand that reflects the diversity of their tastes and desires while their identities are embraced. In light of this, MMD, the leading display specialist and brand license partner for Philips monitors, is delighted to announce the launch of Evnia.

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One voice for all

The word Evnia (Greek: Εύνοια) consists of eu (good) and nous (mind), which literally means “well mind” and “smart thinking”. Evnia is used as a word to show interest to support and protect someone or something. It’s often used in the context of luck. Everyone can be a gamer, and Evnia, true to the name, supports the joy of gaming for all.

The definition of a typical gamer is more diverse than ever – however, the stereotype that gaming is only for teenagers is still the norm. The need for a welcoming community required a brand that could embrace every gamer, making them feel truly part of the group. Starting from its unique design, Evnia differentiates from the crowd of spec-only-driven aggressive models, bringing back the joy and fun of gaming, keeping emotional benefits at the core.

“Philips Monitors believes that the joy of gaming should be accessible to everyone. Our goal for Evnia is to provide today’s gamers, in all their diversity, with the monitors and accessories they need to get the most enjoyment out of every gaming session, whether in terms of performance, graphics, or overall user experience. Evnia, true to the name, encourages gamers to bring their most genuine selves to their sessions and to reconnect with the original purpose of gaming.” -Xeni Bairaktari, Global Marketing Lead and Senior Brand Manager EU at MMD Monitors & Display

The Evnia range reflects its mantra: “Reinvent the rules”. Far from the known gaming stereotype, Evnia adds freshness, premium and elegance to the mixture. From product lines to Ambiglow lights, it prioritizes emotional benefits as well as technical advantages. The sophisticated design fits every environment, being a perfect addition to the furnishing of a casual gamer lounge or a proper PC gaming set-up.

First model available: Philips Evnia 34M2C7600MV

Philips Evnia monitors are every gamer’s dream come true. The range’s stylish design will match any interior décor, while its generous displays invite gamers to get into the game. The first Evnia model to be released, the curved Philips Evnia 34M2C7600MV monitor, ensures an almost cinematic experience with UltraWide Quad HD 3440 x 1440 resolution and HDR 1400. The monitor’s mini-LED backlighting with 1,152 zones allows enhanced control of the lighting and contrast ratio for deeper blacks and brighter whites. Ambiglow adds to an all-around immersion in the game. The visual performance is matched by its gaming features – With a 165Hz refresh rate, ultra-low input lag, and Adaptive-Sync, even the most action-packed games are sure to be smooth and fluid.

Comfort is always a priority for Philips Monitors, and the Evnia range is no exception. The Philips Evnia 34M2C7600MV offers great flexibility with complete connectivity of USB-C ports as well as KVM and height-adjustable stand to adapt to users’ preferences and ensure gaming sessions that are a pleasure for the mind and the body.

The Evnia monitors range starting with this launch will see in the future further performance-driven products with models: 42M2N8900 (42″ OLED flat screen), 34M2C8600 (34″ QD OLED curved screen) and 27M2C5500W (27″ VA curved screen). The offer will be completed with innovative and stylish accessories: Two keyboards (SPK8508 and SPK8708), two mice (SPK9508 and SPK9708) and two headsets (TAG5208 and TAG7208).

Join us in the new era of gaming.

Pricing and availability

The Philips Evnia 34M2C7600MV will be available in Asia-Pacific region for purchase from 2023 onward.

More information on the Philips Evnia range: https://www.evnia.philips

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About MMD

MMD-Monitors & Displays Holding B.V. (‘MMD’), registered in the Netherlands, with their head offices in Amsterdam, is a wholly owned company of TPV Technology Limited (‘TPV’), which is one of the world’s leading monitor and LCD TV manufacturers.

MMD-Monitors & Displays Holding B.V. (‘MMD’) exclusively markets and sells Philips-branded LCD displays worldwide under trademark license by Koninklijke Philips N.V. By combining the Philips brand promise with TPV’s manufacturing expertise in displays, MMD uses a fast and focused approach to bringing innovative products to market.

About Philips Monitors

Philips was founded as far back as 1891 in the Netherlands, and has since engaged in more than a century of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Thanks to the company developing timeless business values, Philips has become one of the most highly recognized and trusted brands in the world today. This comes from a tradition of caring about people’s needs, innovating based on ever-changing insights, and working to make a positive change in people’s lives – traditions as meaningful now as they were in the company’s beginnings.

Philips monitors stand for excellent picture quality, and providing innovative solutions to problems people really care about. To reflect this Philips commitment, Philips has created the slogan: ‘Innovation and You’. – See more at

Hong Kong Baptist University-led research identifies Salvia miltiorrhiza extract as potential preventive agent for gastric cancer induced by bile reflux

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 October 2022 – Research led by the School of Chinese Medicine at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) has identified cryptotanshinone, a compound extracted from the Chinese herbal medicine Salvia miltiorrhiza, with the potential for the treatment and prevention of gastric cancer associated with bile reflux. The researchers unveiled the mechanism of how bile reflux induces gastritis and gastric cancer. They explained that refluxed bile acids (BAs) lead to the proliferation of pro-inflammation bacteria that promote gastric carcinogenesis, the formation of cancer.

Professor Jia Wei, Associate Dean (International Collaboration) of Chinese Medicine and Cheung On Tak Endowed Professor in Chinese Medicine at HKBU, has identified cryptotanshinone with the potential for the treatment and prevention of gastric cancer associated with bile reflux.

Professor Jia Wei, Associate Dean (International Collaboration) of Chinese Medicine and Cheung On Tak Endowed Professor in Chinese Medicine at HKBU, has identified cryptotanshinone with the potential for the treatment and prevention of gastric cancer associated with bile reflux.

The research findings have been published in the international scientific journal Advanced Science.

Role of bile reflux in gastric cancer unclear

Bile, secreted by the liver, is stored in the gallbladder and is released to the duodenum to help digest fat. When the pylorus connecting the stomach and the duodenum is damaged or fails to work properly, bile in the duodenum can enter the stomach, causing gastritis. People with stomach surgery complications, peptic ulcers or gallbladder removal surgery have higher risks of bile reflux. However, the mechanism of how bile reflux induces gastric carcinogenesis remains unclear.

Professor Jia Wei, Associate Dean (International Collaboration) of Chinese Medicine and Cheung On Tak Endowed Professor in Chinese Medicine at HKBU, in collaboration with researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University Affiliated Sixth People’s Hospital, conducted a study on how bile reflux induces gastric carcinogenesis, and looked for new prevention and therapeutic approaches.

Professor Jia said: “We unveiled for the first time the underlying mechanism by which bile reflux promoted the development of gastric carcinogenesis. It offers important clinical insights on the development of novel prevention and therapeutic approaches for the disease. Based on the newly discovered mechanism, we identified cryptotanshinone as a potential Chinese medicine-based pharmaceutic agent for the prevention and treatment of gastric carcinogenesis due to bile reflux.”

Bile reflux alters gastric environment

The research team analysed the gastric juice samples of 50 patients with bile reflux gastritis (BRG group), 50 patients with gastric cancer (GC group) and 45 subjects in the control group using chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques. It was found that the amounts of BAs, the major component of bile, in the gastric juice samples of BRG and GC groups are significantly higher than in the control group. Furthermore, the acidities of gastric juice samples of the BRG group (pH value about 3.5) and the GC group (pH value about 4) are drastically lower than in the control group (pH value about 2).

The phenomenon is explained by the fact that BAs are weak acids compared with strong gastric acid, and their influx into the stomach changed the gastric environment by upsetting the normal acid-base balance of the gastric juice. Further investigation found that a specific type of BA, called taurodeoxycholic acid (TDCA), showed a strong positive correlation with pH value of gastric juice samples of the BRG and GC groups.

Previous studies showed that bile reflux is closely related to chronic gastric inflammation and gastric carcinogenesis. The researchers thus examined the concentrations of lipopolysaccharide (LPS), a pro-inflammation cytokine, in the gastric juice of the 145 subjects above, and found that the BRG and GC groups have LPS concentrations significantly higher than those of the control group.

Change in microbiota associates with gastric carcinogenesis

As LPS is produced and found in the outer membrane of certain kinds of bacteria, the researchers applied gene sequencing and other techniques and confirmed that LPS-producing bacteria are significantly more abundant in the gastric juice of BRG and CG groups compared to the control group. Among these LPS-producing bacteria, a species called P. melaninogenica had the highest relative abundance.

From these experimental results, it is suggested that bile reflux induces significant changes in the gastric environment, alters the gastric microbiota, and results in the development of gastritis and gastric carcinogenesis. The hypothesis was tested with a series of in vitro and in vivo experiments in mice, which confirmed that application of TDCA and LPS promotes gastric epithelial cell proliferation, and induces gastric inflammation. Cellular and molecular analysis revealed that P. melaninogenica promoted gastric inflammation in mice by activating the IL-6/JAK1/STAT3 pathway, a chain of interactions between proteins in a cell involved in processes such as immunity, cell division, cell death, and tumour formation.

Cryptotanshinone as potential pharmaceutic agent

After unveiling the mechanism of bile reflux-induced gastric cancer, the researchers turned to explore a corresponding preventive and therapeutic approach. They focused on cryptotanshinone, a bioactive compound isolated from the roots of Salvia miltiorrhiza, which is a Chinese herbal medicine that facilitates blood circulation with an anti-inflammatory effect. Cryptotanshinone is also known as an inhibitor of the STAT3 signaling pathway in cells.

The researchers tested the effects of cryptotanshinone with a bile reflux mouse model developed through surgery. In a group of eight mice without application of cryptotanshinone, three mice developed gastric lesions 50 weeks after surgery. However, in another group of six mice injected with cryptotanshinone, no obvious gastric lesions were observed. The results suggested that cryptotanshinone has abolished the effects of TDCA and LPS in activating the IL-6/JAK1/STAT3 pathway.

“Based on the research findings, it can be concluded that cryptotanshinone is a potential Chinese medicine-based pharmaceutic agent for the prevention and treatment of gastric carcinogenesis due to bile reflux. It provides an alternative strategy for the development of medication which targets on the newly discovered mechanism of how bile reflux induces gastric carcinogenesis,” said Professor Jia.

Hashtag: #HongKongBaptistUniversity #HKBU

Terraoil Announces Results of Annual General Meetings

All Resolutions for the Annual General Meetings Passed with over 96% Support

STEINHAUSEN, SWITZERLAND – EQS Newswire – 25 October 2022 – Terraoil Swiss AG (“Company”), an energy company with a strong focus on the Mediterranean is pleased to announce that the Annual General Meetings for fiscal years 2020 and 2021 were held as scheduled on October 20, 2022 at Theater Casino, Zug Switzerland.

Shareholders were provided with an update on the current activities of the Company followed by the formal meetings for each of the two fiscal years. The allegations that had previously been raised by the media against the Company and its management, and proved to be false by numerous authorities, were discussed in detail and the shareholders expressed overwhelming support for management and their efforts to guide the Company through the difficult situation that had been caused by these false allegations.

All of the business matters before the shareholders were passed by over 96% of the votes cast at the meeting. The shareholder resolutions for both meetings can be accessed at https://terraoil.swiss/publications.

Chief Executive Officer, Peter Krempin commented:

“It was great to see so many shareholders able to attend the AGMs. We all share frustration over the delays in our business development and our aim to list our shares on a stock exchange. Our objective in the short term is to complete the restructuring of the Company to pave the way for a transaction resulting in the listing of our shares, provided, of course, that all necessary market and regulatory conditions will be fulfilled by that time. Under the planned restructuring, it is envisaged that all shareholders of Terraoil will receive the same percentage shareholding in the new Liechtenstein Topco as they hold in Terraoil. The shareholder support shown over our battles against the media was overwhelming.”

If you are an Terraoil shareholder and would like additional information, contact Peter Krempin either via email investors@terraoil.swiss or by telephone at +41 71 544 01 20.

Hashtag: #Terraoil

About Terraoil Swiss AG

Terraoil is an international energy company with a focus to identify and advance business opportunities in the upstream oil and gas and renewable energy sectors in the Mediterranean region.

https://terraoil.swiss

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‘Magpie PREMIUM Rate’ Raised to 2.88% for Securities Traders’ Uninvested Balance

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 October 2022 – Magpie Invest today announced its one-of-a-kind “Magpie PREMIUM Rate” offering 2.88% per annum interest return on clients’ uninvested balance, comparable with banks’ current fixed deposit interest rates.

Magpie Invest launched its one-of-a-kind “Magpie PREMIUM Rate” offering 2.88% per annum interest return on clients’ uninvested balance in their stock trading accounts. Min. deposit HKD $10,000 / USD $1,400. No lockups. Quick withdrawals.
Magpie Invest launched its one-of-a-kind “Magpie PREMIUM Rate” offering 2.88% per annum interest return on clients’ uninvested balance in their stock trading accounts. Min. deposit HKD $10,000 / USD $1,400. No lockups. Quick withdrawals.

Magpie Invest, the premium securities trading app, operated by Magpie Securities Limited which is a leading securities firm wholly owned by the NASDAQ listed MICT Inc., unveiled its new Web APP to celebrate the 1st anniversary of its remarkable business in Hong Kong.

Magpie PREMIUM Rate 2.88% p.a.

“Magpie PREMIUM Rate” initiates a market leading 2.88% p.a. interest on all clients’ ready-to-invest balance in their securities trading accounts, with conditions of minimum deposit HKD $10,000/USD $1,400, and a maximum interest-bearing balance of HKD $1M or USD $125K.

Unlike bank’s fixed deposit, “Magpie PREMIUM Rate” does not require any time period on clients’ deposit, so that clients can invest in equity markets, exchange foreign currencies or withdraw according to their own financial plans.

This trailblazing service unleashes the full value of securities traders’ temporarily idle money, making it more profitable and flexible than accounts with other securities firms.

“Your money should not be idle, especially in the new environment of rising interest rates,” said Mr. Richard Abrahams, CEO of Magpie Securities. “While preparing for your next investment, your principal will be growing at Magpie, even though you are not invested in the market now.”

“At Magpie, we believe proactively investing can build wealth and a better life for investors, and we also understand under this volatile market, investors need more preparation, certainty and support on their investments.” The CEO explained.

The rate was 0.5% six months ago since its soft launch but has now sharply risen to 2.88% in response to the rapid market changes to satisfy clients’ needs.

“Magpie PREMIUM Rate” will give clients’ every single dollar a steady boost on par with the market, and help everybody get better prepared for the next opportunity!

New Web APP

Now this hassle-free experience is extended to its newly launched Magpie Invest Web APP also. The elegantly designed Web APP streamlines the trading functions and highlights analytics including “Charts”, “Company data”, “Magpie Ideas”, “Foreign Exchange”, etc. that frequent traders are familiar with, to equip investors with a more immersive experience on a large screen.

Mr Tommy Jefferson Li, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Magpie Securities, said “We understand that some frequent traders may be more accustomed to using large monitors to conduct trading and managing their position and portfolio. To better serve our users, we launched our Web APP, from which clients can customize their own investment dashboard. We hope to give clients a personalized trading experience with the ability to move between our Web and Mobile APPs seamlessly to get more of what they need in any environment.

Hong Kong as Number One Choice in Asian Market

Abrahams is satisfied with the registration of 5-digit number of Magpie Invest users over the past year when the city was experiencing Covid 19 and worldwide instability. He recognised that the users profile in Hong Kong is one characterised with sophisticated and well-educated securities trading APPs users which makes it the perfect market.

“Although Hong Kong is facing increasingly keen competition in the region, it is our number one choice in Asian market. Magpie Invest aims to become one of the leading global securities trading platforms in Asia and our commitment to Hong Kong remains unchanged.” The CEO affirmed.

Magpie Invest, a global securities trading APP developed and operated by Magpie Securities, officially launched on September 15, 2021, connecting 7 major markets around the world, including Hong Kong, Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany. Investors can trade for more than 18 hours a day, opening up more new global investment opportunities, while diversifying their investment portfolio and currency risks.

Hashtag: #MagpieSecurities #MagpieInvest #Fintech #Interest #Marketvolatility

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About Magpie Securities Limited (Magpie Securities)

Magpie Securities is a leading licensed securities firm (CE No. BJC541) based in Hong Kong, wholly owned by the NASDAQ listed MICT Inc., a global fintech company founded in 2002. The company has obtained Type 1 License for Dealing in Securities, Type 2 License for Dealing in Futures Contracts, Type 4 License for Advising on Securities, Type 9 License for Asset Management. It develops and operates the global securities trading App – MAGPIE INVEST, which was launched in September 2021. Magpie Securities offers its customers global investment opportunities to trade on more international exchanges than any other trading App in Hong Kong, bringing more markets and more securities to everyday retail securities traders.

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Aon Names William Pembroke as Head of Thailand

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach – 25 October 2022 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has named William Pembroke as chief executive officer of Aon Thailand, effective today.

Pembroke will be based in Bangkok and report to Owen Belman, chief executive officer of Asia at Aon. He brings 18 years of experience in providing risk management advice to large multinational organisations in the energy, construction, power and infrastructure sectors. Pembroke joined Aon in 2014 and joined Aon Thailand in July 2021 to grow the specialty broking business in the country.

Commenting on the promotion, Belman said, “I am pleased to announce William as chief executive officer for Thailand. In his eight years with Aon, he has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities and has extensive experience in providing our clients with insights and solutions to make better business decisions. We are excited to tap into his strong track record of developing and executing complex placement strategies and claims management to further help our clients.”

Pembroke has held several leadership positions at Aon, including director of Specialty and Risk Management for Aon Thailand, regional director for Aon in the Middle East, and director of Aon’s Global Broking Centre, Energy, in London. Prior to joining the firm, he spent 10 years working for international investment banks before embarking on his insurance industry career in 2003 by joining Marsh McLennan’s UK Energy Specialty Practice and subsequently in the UAE, followed by senior roles at Price Forbes and Partners.

“I am excited to lead the diverse and experienced Thailand team and look forward to growing Aon’s presence and collaboration with clients in the country,” said Pembroke. “We have a significant opportunity to leverage Aon’s global expertise and state-of-the-art analytics and deliver insights and advice to our clients that will help them navigate the region’s rapidly changing and interconnected challenges.”.

Andrew Bentley, who had been leading Aon Thailand over the past 31 years, will move to a senior consultant role.

More information about Aon in Asia is available here.

Hashtag: #Aon

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About Aon

(NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Our colleagues provide our clients in over 120 countries with advice and solutions that give them the clarity and confidence to make better decisions to protect and grow their business.

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Lao Airlines Warns People of a Fake Website that Steals Personal Information

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Lao Airlines has cautioned its customers of a fraudulent website that claims to offer prizes to respondents of a personal information survey.

‘Beyond #MissingJapan’ Campaign Takes Flight as Japan Reopens

TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach – 25 October 2022 – Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) and All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline launched its “Beyond #MissingJapan” after news of Japan’s plans to reopen the country to international travellers.

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The “Beyond #MissingJapan” campaign was inspired by social posts of people missing Japan as a result of the pandemic and a strong sense of eagerness amongst ANA’s crew to welcome visitors back to Japan. The end goal of the campaign is to excite travellers ahead of their next trip to Japan and give them an insider’s head start with planning.

Mr. Isao Ono, Vice President of Marketing & Sales, Asia & Oceania from ANA said “I trust this ‘Beyond #MissingJapan’ campaign will give those who have been missing Japan due to the pandemic an opportunity to rediscover Japan through videos introduced by Asia’s most well-loved personalities as well as 360° videos. At ANA, we continue to provide a safe and clean environment with comfortable services. We look forward to welcoming more travellers to Japan soon.”

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The ‘Beyond #MissingJapan’ campaign shares some must-visit hidden-gems for both first-time visitors or seasoned visitors, through the lenses of seven social media celebrities including famous YouTuber Paolo and award-winning Singaporean actress Michelle Chong.

  • Greater Tokyo: Besides popular destinations like Asakusa, visitors can check out the Kadokawa Culture Museum in Tokorozawa Sakura Town which features a cultural arts complex with an art gallery museum and library. Sanagi Shinjuku is a highlight designed by Japanese creators, it features unique Japanese cuisine amidst a electric, festive atmosphere.
  • Kanazawa: A city widely known for its charming blend of the old and new, its fresh seafood and gold leaves. Its steep Japanese history as a Samurai town and home of many traditions can be experienced by riding a traditional rickshaw, trying on a Kimono or spending an evening taking in the audible sounds of Shamisen and drums.
  • Fuji Five Lakes: Visitors can take in the majestic sight of Mount Fuji from the while pampering themselves at the world-famous Yurari Onsen or Ohsino Hakkai, or choose to spend a day at one of the countries’ largest themed parks at Fuji-Q Highland before retreating to Hoshinoya Fuji, Japan’s first glamping spot.

Hashtag: #ANA

About ANA

Founded in 1952 with just two helicopters, All Nippon Airways (ANA) has grown to become the largest airline in Japan.

The airline earns SKYTRAX’s respected 5-Star rating every year since 2013. ANA has also been recognized by Air Transport World as “Airline of the Year” three times.

In 2021, ANA was awarded the 5-star COVID-19 safety rating by SKYTRAX, recognizing the airline’s initiatives to provide a safe, clean and hygienic environment at airports and aboard aircraft, embodying the ANA Care Promise.

Best Mart 360 announces positive profit alert and expects to record a significant increase of over 250% in net profit of FY2023 Interim Results

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 25 October 2022 – Best Mart 360 Holdings Limited (“Best Mart 360” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”; stock code: 2360.HK), a leisure food retailer in Hong Kong, is pleased to announce that, the Group is expected to record a significant increase of not less than 250% in the profit attributable to owners of the Company for the six months ended 30 September 2022 (“the Period under Review”) as compared to the same period last year. Such increase in profit attributable to owners of the Company was mainly attributable to the following factors:

(i) revenue increased by approximately 19.6% as compared to the same period last year, which mainly attributable to the Group’s expansion strategy. During the Period under Review, the Group had a net opening of 15 retail stores in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau as compared to the corresponding period last year;

(ii) sales strategy adjustment and product structure optimization led to the increase of gross profit margin; and

(iii) the Group achieved higher operating efficiency by improving the ratios of staff costs to revenue and rent to revenue respectively.

Hashtag: #BestMart360

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About Best Mart 360 Holdings Limited

Best Mart 360 Holdings Limited, mainly operates chain retail stores under the brand “Best Mart 360˚”. It offers wide collection of imported prepackaged leisure foods and other products, principally from overseas. The Group’s business objective is to offer “Best Quality” and “Best Price” products to customers through continuous efforts on global procurement with a mission to provide comfortable shopping environment and pleasurable shopping experience to customers. As at 30 September 2022, the Group operates 144 retail stores that are strategically located at 18 districts in Hong Kong, Macau and Shenzhen, which including “FoodVille”, a global gourmet brand that was officially launched in September 2021 and mainly provides globally sourced medium-to-high-end quality food products.