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G-P Named Top Global Leader in the 2025 SPARK Matrix for Employer of Record (EOR) Solutions by QKS Group

G-P recognized for AI innovation, robust compliance infrastructure, best-in-class partner network and integrations and industry-leading customer support

BOSTON, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — REMOTE FIRST COMPANY — G-P (Globalization Partners), recognized as the undisputed leader in global employment by industry analysts, today announced it has been named the top global leader in the QKS Group 2025 SPARK Matrix™: Employer of Record (EOR) Solutions report. G-P achieved the highest position among all vendors, securing the top ranked spot in the “SPARK Leaders” category for both customer impact and technology excellence.

The QKS Group 2025 SPARK Matrix: Employer of Record Solutions.
The QKS Group 2025 SPARK Matrix: Employer of Record Solutions.

“With strong performance across the parameters of technology excellence and customer impact, G-P has firmly established itself as the leader in the global employment market,” said Ritvick Singh, Analyst at QKS Group. “G-P has an exceptional ability to streamline global workforce management and global compliance across more than 180 countries. Its robust global employment product portfolio, including the Global HR Agent G-P Gia™ and AI-enabled G-P EOR and G-P Contractor products, provide a comprehensive set of capabilities and support, making it the ideal choice for businesses looking to expand globally with confidence and to enhance overall HR functionality.”

G-P’s continued recognition as the industry leader is built upon a foundation of deep expertise and continuous innovation, ensuring customers receive the most reliable solutions available.

“As the undisputed leader in global employment, G-P is setting the standard for what businesses around the world should expect from EOR and global employment technology,” said Nat Natarajan, chief product and strategy officer at G-P. “Our recognition as the top global leader by QKS Group underscores our unwavering dedication to delivering the best of the best. We’re proud to lead the industry forward, empowering companies to build and manage global teams quickly and compliantly.”

Learn more about G-P and its industry leadership here.

About G-P
G-P is the recognized leader in global employment, delivering everything companies of all sizes need to manage the full employee lifecycle. G-P offers a robust suite of products, including the trusted Global HR Agent, G-P Gia, and AI-enabled Employer of Record (EOR) and Contractor products. G-P supports teams in 180+ countries with more than a decade of global employment experience, the largest team of in-country HR, legal, and compliance experts, and its unmatched proprietary knowledge base.

G-P: Global Made Possible™
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OSR Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSRH) Enters Into $80 Million Common Stock Purchase Agreement With White Lion GBM Innovation Fund, With An Eye Towards Leveraging Innovate GBM’s Non-Profit Ecosystem to Accelerate Glioblastoma Therapies

SEOUL, South Korea, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OSR Holdings, Inc. (“OSR”) (NASDAQ: OSRH), a global healthcare company focused on advancing innovative therapies, today announced that it has entered into a Common Stock Purchase Agreement with White Lion GBM Innovation Fund (“Innovation Fund”). Under this agreement, OSR has the right, but not the obligation, to sell up to $80 million in common stock to Innovation Fund over time, which will prospectively provide OSR with critical funding to accelerate its mission of improving patient outcomes worldwide.

Transforming Global Healthcare Through Innovation

OSR Holdings is committed to transforming the healthcare landscape through a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge biomedical initiatives. The company’s global network spans the United States, Europe, and Asia, focusing on oncology, immunotherapy, and medical devices. Among its key subsidiaries, OSR is advancing Vaximm, a Swiss-based biotech developing a novel GBM vaccine (VXM01) aimed at enhancing immune response against glioblastoma.

“This transaction is a major cornerstone in our plans to bring transformative therapies to market,” said Peter Hwang, CEO, OSR Holdings. “Glioblastoma remains one of the most challenging cancers, and we anticipate that establishing this financing facility will enable us to advance our Vaximm immunotherapy platform and other innovative healthcare solutions.

“We anticipate that this collaboration with Innovation Fund will also introduce our Vaximm VXM01 program into Innovate GBM’s ecosystem of researchers, clinicians, regulatory experts, investors, policymakers, and patient advocates; the same ecosystem that initially connected OSR and Innovation Fund. Together, we are committed to transforming glioblastoma treatment from a fragmented approach to one characterized by cooperation, transparency, and progress,” said Constance Höfer, CSO, OSR Holdings.

Innovate GBM: Expanding the Ecosystem to De-Risk Investment

Innovate GBM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is dedicated to centralizing and expanding the glioblastoma innovation ecosystem. Innovate GBM unites scientists, clinicians, investors, patient advocates, and regulatory experts, creating an interconnected community that streamlines collaboration, amplifies resources, and accelerates investment into glioblastoma R&D. By bridging biotech companies, research institutions, and capital providers, Innovate GBM facilitates efficient funding toward promising therapies, moving groundbreaking research from academia into clinical settings rapidly. The OSR and Innovation Fund transaction is an example of the ecosystem at work.

“This transaction embodies Innovate GBM’s core vision,” said Kush Thukral, Co-Executive Director of Innovate GBM. “By bringing OSR Holdings and the GBM Innovation Fund together in our collaborative ecosystem, we accelerate capital deployment, enhance innovation, and ensure promising therapies reach patients faster.”

White Lion GBM Innovation Fund: A Strategic Investment Partner

The White Lion GBM Innovation Fund, one of Innovate GBM’s core sponsors, focuses on strategic funding opportunities in glioblastoma drug development. The Innovation Fund leverages the ecosystem curated by Innovate GBM to gain insights from the GBM community—including neuro-oncologists, scientists, and patient advocacy groups—to guide capital allocation toward the most impactful opportunities.

About OSR Holdings, Inc.

OSR Holdings, Inc. is a global healthcare company dedicated to advancing biomedical innovation. Through its subsidiaries, OSR is engaged in oncology immunotherapies, degenerative disease biologics, and medical device distribution. OSR’s vision is to acquire and operate a portfolio of innovative healthcare companies, improving patient care through cutting-edge research and development. For more information, visit www.OSR-Holdings.com

About Innovate GBM

Innovate GBM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding the glioblastoma ecosystem by uniting researchers, investors, clinicians, and patient advocates. By centralizing resources and facilitating strategic partnerships, Innovate GBM helps de-risk investment into GBM innovation, ensuring that funding flows efficiently to the most promising treatments. For more information, visit www.InnovateGBM.org.

Contact

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Pony.ai Europe Secures Luxembourg Robotaxi Testing Permit

GUANGZHOU, China, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Pony.ai Europe, the European division of global autonomous driving leader Pony.ai (NASDAQ: PONY), has obtained a scientific testing permit for Level 4 autonomous driving from Luxembourg’s Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, the company announced today. This authorization expands Pony.ai’s global testing portfolio, building on existing permits in China, the United States, and South Korea.

This milestone follows the company’s establishment of Luxembourg as a European hub for research, development, and deployment. The initiative aims to accelerate autonomous driving innovation and integrate self-driving technologies into the country’s next-generation transportation network.

Luxembourg’s Minister for Mobility and Public Works Yuriko Backes said: “The issuance of the testing permit marks an important milestone for the future of mobility. Autonomous driving is a major innovation that can transform our daily lives. The government is pleased to support companies like Pony.ai in their quest for new technologies and is committed to supporting initiatives that aim to make mobility safer and more efficient.”

Under the newly granted permit, Pony.ai will commence on-road testing in collaboration with Emile Weber, Luxembourg’s premier mobility solutions provider. The collaboration leverages Emile Weber’s expertise in delivering integrated mobility solutions across public transit, private transportation, and tourism sectors.

Dr. James Peng, Co-founder and CEO of Pony.ai, commented: “Pony.ai is honored to be among the first companies awarded a permit for autonomous vehicle testing in Luxembourg. Establishing our European hub in Luxembourg reinforces our commitment to making it the leading destination for autonomous mobility in Europe. This commitment is further strengthened through our partnership with Emile Weber, one of the region’s most respected transportation providers.”

About Pony.ai Europe

Pony.ai Europe (Pony.ai Europe S.à r.l.) is the European division of Pony.ai, a global leader in autonomous driving technology. Headquartered in Luxembourg, the company is well-positioned to expand its cutting-edge autonomous mobility solutions across Europe. Luxembourg’s status as an innovation hub provides an ideal environment for Pony.ai to advance its research and operations.

About Pony.ai

Pony AI Inc. (“Pony.ai”) (NASDAQ: PONY) is a global leader in the large-scale commercialization of autonomous mobility. Leveraging its vehicle-agnostic Virtual Driver technology – a full-stack autonomous driving technology that seamlessly integrates its proprietary software, hardware, and services, Pony.ai is developing a commercially viable and sustainable business model that enables the mass production and deployment of vehicles across transportation use cases.

Founded in 2016, Pony.ai has expanded its presence across China, Europe, East Asia, the Middle East, and other regions, ensuring widespread accessibility to its advanced technology. Pony.ai is among the first in China to obtain licenses to operate fully driverless vehicles in all four Tier-1 cities in China (Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen) and has begun to offer public-facing, fare-charging robotaxi services without safety drivers in Beijing, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Pony.ai operates a fleet consisting of over 250 robotaxis. To date, Pony.ai has driven nearly 25 million miles (40 million Kilometers) on open roads worldwide.

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Geekplus named Top 50 robotics company in the world for the fourth time, cementing its leadership in warehouse robotics

ATLANTA, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Geekplus, the global leader in warehouse robotics, proudly announces its fourth recognition in the prestigious 2025 RBR50 Innovation Awards by the Robotics Business Review (RBR), standing alongside global tech giants like ABB and Nvidia the forefront of innovation.

Geekplus wins RBR50 for the fourth time
Geekplus wins RBR50 for the fourth time

Regarded as the “Oscars” of the robotics industry, the RBR50 Innovation Awards recognize the 50 most groundbreaking companies worldwide based on technological advancements, commercial impact, and industry leadership.

SkyCube Pushing the Limits of Warehouse Efficiency

Geekplus’s award-winning SkyCube Pallet-to-Person Solution has redefined warehouse automation with its groundbreaking “innovative integrated pallet storage and picking operations” design resulting in a 5-8x increase in storage density and a 300% boost in picking efficiency.

Global leaders such as Geely Auto and Ship8 have already adopted SkyCube solution, validating its ability to transform large-scale warehousing operations.

Breaking Barriers with Large-Scale Multi-Robot Coordination Technology

SkyCube is a testament to Geekplus’ innovation and technological leadership. The company excels in robotics products and software technology, with large-scale multi-robot coordination, its proprietary RMS system can manage over 5,000 robots within a single facility, processing 10,000 tasks per second, setting a new benchmark for high-volume logistics operations. This breakthrough not only ensures the seamless operation of SkyCube but also integrates seamlessly with Geekplus’s core solutions. 

This innovative technology has solved a critical challenge in omnichannel warehousing—handling complex B2B and B2C order fulfillment while managing diverse inventory types. For a global FMCG giant, it has doubled picking efficiency and reduced labor costs by 65%, delivering significant value and setting a new benchmark for smart warehousing.

A Global Leader in Warehouse Robotics

As the one-stop partner for warehouse robotics, Geekplus offers a full suite of robotic solutions, from picking and sorting to material handling and smart forklifts, catering to diverse warehouse automation needs. With all robot models integrated into a single system, Geekplus enables seamless coordination, allowing businesses to scale operations efficiently.

About Geekplus 
Geekplus is a global leader in mobile robotics technologies. We develop innovative robotics solutions for order fulfilment. More than 770 global industry leaders use our solutions to realize flexible, reliable, and highly efficient automation for warehouses and supply chain management.    

www.geekplus.com

 

 

Hang Lung’s 65th Anniversary Celebration Begins

Wiggle We Go Tour Launches Nationwide Cultural-Retail Experience


HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (“the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) celebrates its 65th anniversary with an extraordinary retail experience, kicking off a nationwide celebration through its groundbreaking partnership with Korea’s viral pop-culture phenomenon, Wiggle Wiggle. The “Wiggle We Go”, debuting at Center 66 in Wuxi, marks the first in a series of high-energy events that reshape premium lifestyle retail experience with immersive IP-commerce integrations.

Kicking off at Center 66 in Wuxi, the “Wiggle We Go” themed event will subsequently be showcased at 6 properties

Kicking off at Center 66 in Wuxi, the “Wiggle We Go” themed event will subsequently be showcased at 6 properties
Kicking off at Center 66 in Wuxi, the “Wiggle We Go” themed event will subsequently be showcased at 6 properties

Celebrated for its vibrant colors and distinctive designs featuring the signature Wiggle Bear and the smiley flower, Wiggle Wiggle has become a global symbol of urban style and joyful living. Through this partnership, Hang Lung’s six properties, Center 66 in Wuxi, Heartland 66 in Wuhan, Spring City 66 in Kunming, Olympia 66 in Dalian, Parc 66 in Jinan and Riverside 66 in Tianjin will transform into wonderlands of creativity, connecting every space with the brand’s playful energy through whimsical installations and happiness-themed experiences.

Immersive large-scale installations are featured in all six malls

Center 66, Wuxi
Center 66, Wuxi

Heartland 66, Wuhan
Heartland 66, Wuhan

Spring City 66, Kunming
Spring City 66, Kunming

Olympia 66, Dalian
Olympia 66, Dalian

Parc 66, Jinan
Parc 66, Jinan

Riverside 66, Tianjin
Riverside 66, Tianjin

This landmark “Wiggle We Go” activation reimagines the landscape of cultural-retail integration through three captivating dimensions: immersive art-commerce installations that elegantly blur the lines between gallery and retail space; popular collectibles and merchandise that spark viral engagement; and social media-optimized interactive scenes destined to become talk-of-the-town must-visits. Beyond these enchanting offerings, the six malls will embrace specialized elements to unveil even more unique surprises, in addition to the HOUSE 66, loyalty club promotions and events adding another layer of engagement. We invite you to stay connected with our official media platforms for the latest information.

Mr. Derek Pang, Senior Director – Mainland Business Operation of Hang Lung Properties, said, “For 65 years, Hang Lung has transformed cities and redefined retail by creating landmarks through our ’66’ brand, where commerce connects with the community, establishing our leading position as the ‘Pulse of the City’. Our collaboration with Wiggle Wiggle exemplifies this vision – blending global pop culture with local experiences to create immersive, engaging spaces. This anniversary celebrates both our legacy and future ambitions. We extend our gratitude to our partners and customers — your trust fuels our next chapter of growth, innovation, and unforgettable experiences.”

Exclusive collectibles and merchandise are available at each pop-up store
Exclusive collectibles and merchandise are available at each pop-up store

Throughout the year, Hang Lung will unveil other signature celebratory events in Hong Kong and mainland China, continuing our deep engagement with customers and the broader community. These initiatives will set the stage for an inspiring era of collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

Hashtag: #HangLungProperties

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

About Hang Lung Properties

Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Hang Lung Properties develops and manages a diversified portfolio of world-class properties in Hong Kong and the nine Mainland cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan and Hangzhou. With its luxury positioning under the “66” brand, the company’s Mainland portfolio has established its leading position as the “Pulse of the City”. Hang Lung Properties is also recognized for leading the way in enhancing sustainability initiatives in the real estate industry, all the while pursuing sustainable growth by connecting customers and communities.

At Hang Lung Properties – We Do It Well.

For more information, please visit .

Update on Myanmar Earthquake; Highway Holdings Maintains Normal Operations with No Damage or Loss of Life

HONG KONG, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Highway Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: HIHO, “the Company” or “Highway Holdings”) today confirmed it continues normal operations without any damage to its Myanmar factory or facilities, or harm to its Myanmar-based employees. Highway Holdings’ factory and facilities are based in Yangon approximately 400 miles south of the March 28 earthquake’s epicenter near Mandalay, which left all of Highway Holdings’ employees, its factory and its facilities unharmed and in normal operating condition.

Roland Kohl, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Highway Holdings, commented, “We are very touched by the countless inquiries about our well-being and want to inform shareholders that our operation in Myanmar was not affected by this damaging earthquake. Our location in Yangon, in the southern part of Myanmar, was not as strongly affected. Furthermore, our factory was intentionally built with a strong metal structure, designed to be flexible and to withstand earthquakes.”

“Our Myanmar operation is very resilient and functional despite the earthquake. It was and is one of our very rewarding investments and we foresee a very good future in Myanmar based on our extremely good labor force and lower operating costs. We are a socially responsible manufacturer who cares for the well-being and safety of our employees. We offered all our employees who have family in the devastated areas of Yangon financial help rather than giving donations to institutions to ensure victims receive help. We are very sorry for the many lives lost and at the same time we are very happy our people and factory are safe.”

About Highway Holdings Limited

Highway Holdings is an international manufacturer of a wide variety of quality parts and products for blue chip equipment manufacturers based primarily in Germany. Highway Holdings’ administrative offices are located in Hong Kong and its manufacturing facilities are located in Yangon, Myanmar and Shenzhen, China. For more information visit website www.highwayholdings.com

Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release are forward-looking statements, which involve risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental, political and technological factors affecting the company’s revenues, operations, markets, products and prices, and other factors discussed in the company’s various filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including without limitation, the company’s annual reports on Form 20-F.

HashKey AI Unveils Technical Roadmap, Launches First AI-powered Community Service ModAI

HONG KONG, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HashKey Group announces the launch of its AI business unit HashKey AI, and launches the first AI-powered community service ModAI. As a pioneer in deep integration of blockchain and AI, HashKey AI focuses on core Web3 scenarios, driving the evolution of AI from a “niche tool” to an “inclusive service” through its self-developed hybrid model engine, AI Agent collaboration, and decentralized infrastructure, empowering global users and projects to achieve cost reduction, efficiency gains, and business innovation.

Blockchain as the Ultimate Infrastructure for AI Agents

With large language models (LLMs) reaching full maturity, 2025 marks the explosive growth of AI at the application layer. The Web3 industry, long plagued by high technical barriers, fragmented tools, and scalability challenges, is now revitalized by the rise of AI Agents. Over 80% of internet content will soon be AI-generated, with more than half of tasks and interactions handled by AI—a trend accelerating rapidly on Web3.

HashKey AI asserts that blockchain, with its permissionless access, trustless execution, and transparent data properties, will serve as the optimal infrastructure for billions of AI Agents. For example, AI Agents can autonomously execute on-chain transactions via smart contracts, build trusted cross-chain environments through distributed ledgers, and enable privacy-preserving collaboration via zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs).

Dr. Xiao Feng, Chairman and CEO of HashKey Group, stated: “The convergence of AI and blockchain is an inevitable technological revolution. HashKey AI will adopt a three-phase strategy—’scenario-first, infrastructure-building, ecosystem expansion’—to create a native blockchain-based Agent ecosystem. We aim to replace complex code with natural language interaction, empowering 1 billion Web3 users to participate in and benefit from the Agent-driven future. Our goal is not to chase trends but to define standards: becoming the essential utilities (‘water, electricity, and gas’) for Web3’s mass adoption in the AI era.”

HashKey AI’s Technical Roadmap

HashKey AI’s strategic framework—“vertical scenario penetration, infrastructure construction, open ecosystem collaboration”—establishes a full-stack technical system, merging lightweight Agent services with industry-grade platforms to deepen Web3-AI integration.

  • ModAI: Vertical Scenario-Driven Agent Service
    As the world’s first Web3 AI community management solution, ModAI tackles multilingual, multi-platform, and round-the-clock operational challenges through lightweight deployment and a hybrid model engine. Integrated features include automated content moderation, human-like engagement, and AI-powered customer support, enabling community managers to slash operational costs by 80% and double user activity. Currently supporting Chinese and English communities, ModAI will expand to Japanese, Vietnamese, and other languages in the third quarter of 2025, while integrating on-chain data analytics to align community operations with user behavior, establishing itself as a standardized component for Web3 community management.
  • Blockchain-Native AI Infrastructure
    Built on decentralized principles, HashKey AI’s Agent framework automates task distribution via smart contracts and ensures privacy through ZKPs. Compatible with Ethereum, Solana, and other leading protocols, it addresses data silos and trust barriers, thereby forming a “developer-user-protocol” collaborative network to establish Web3’s first blockchain-native AI Agent ecosystem.
  • Proprietary Model Engine: Industry-Specific Technical Foundation
    Combining proprietary vertical models with open-source LLMs (e.g., GPT), HashKey AI’s high-efficiency hybrid engine delivers Web3-optimized solutions for sentiment analysis, on-chain data analytics, asset settlement, and more. Enhanced by real-time on-chain data, it overcomes limitations of generic models, offering developers plug-and-play tools to accelerate Web3’s democratized technological upgrade.

ModAI Global Testing Invitation Now Open

Starting today, Web3 developers and community partners worldwide can submit testing applications via modai.hashkey.com The first 100 applicants will enjoy 1-month free access to AI-driven community management tools, enabling zero-threshold adoption of the next-generation AI solutions. 

  • Language Support: Prioritized support for Chinese and English communities, with expansion to additional languages in Q3 2025.
  • Early Access Benefits: Testing partners will gain priority integration with HashKey AI’s MCP-inspired AI protocols, experiencing seamless multi-agent collaboration and other cutting-edge features.

Disclaimer

ModAI is not affiliated with token issuance and does not engage in any form of cryptocurrency fundraising activities. Verify all information through ModAI’s official channels to avoid fraudulent risks. 

About HashKey AI

HashKey AI, a HashKey Group business, focuses on bridging blockchain and AI innovation. Leveraging AI Agents, industry-specific vertical models, and decentralized infrastructure, we aim to lower blockchain adoption barriers and expand its use cases, driving mass Web3 adoption. Our team comprises AI scientists, blockchain engineers, and financial experts. Vision: To become the Global AI Agent Infrastructure Provider, addressing full-stack AI needs—from community management to cross-platform Agent ecosystems. 

About HashKey ModAI

ModAI, the first Web3 AI community management platform by HashKey AI, redefines decentralized community operations for blockchain projects, exchanges, and developers. By integrating blockchain-native protocols with hybrid model engines, ModAI’s proprietary AI Agent framework resolves efficiency bottlenecks in multilingual, multi-platform, and 24/7 community management. Our mission: Empower 1 million+ Web3 communities to harness AI advancements, optimize resource allocation, and strengthen consensus-building. 

Learn more: modai.hashkey.com 

The 2nd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Education Integration and Innovation Summit Concludes Successfully

Spotlight on the HKDSE Curriculum: Promoting New Pathways in Education

GUANGZHOU, China, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On 29 March 2025, Yew Wah International Education School of Guangzhou (YWIES Guangzhou) hosted the 2nd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Education Integration and Innovation Summit – HKDSE Curriculum Teacher Forum. Educators, scholars, school administrators, and frontline teachers from across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (Greater Bay Area) gathered for in-depth discussions about the implementation and promotion of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) curriculum in the Greater Bay Area.

Launching Ceremony of the 2nd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Education Integration and Innovation Summit
Launching Ceremony of the 2nd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Education Integration and Innovation Summit

Oxford University Press and the Yew Chung Yew Wah Education Network (YCYW) co-hosted the event, with strong support from the Greater Bay Area Education Development Association and the Greater Bay Area HKDSE Teachers’ Alliance of the Guangdong International Education Promotion Association. Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. It furthers the University of Oxford’s objective of excellence in research, scholarship and education by publishing worldwide. In advancing the collaborative development of education in the Greater Bay Area, Oxford University Press has facilitated the smooth implementation of the HKDSE curriculum in more schools through initiatives such as teacher exchanges and educational resource support, thereby fostering educational diversity and nurturing talent for the region.

The event featured carefully designed sessions led by industry leaders. The goals were to foster cooperation and collaboration throughout the area and to establish a platform for mutual learning among educators, thereby contributing to the development of talent in the Greater Bay Area.

At the opening ceremony, Ms Lucy Liu, Chinese Co-Principal of YWIES Guangzhou, welcomed participants and reaffirmed YCYW’s commitment to advancing educational integration and innovation in the Greater Bay Area. “Since its founding in 1932, YCYW has adhered to the educational philosophy of integrating Chinese and Western cultures to nurture global citizens, and providing high-quality, bilingual education to students from around the world,” she noted. YWIES Guangzhou has cultivated seven classes of graduands during the past decade, and they have been admitted to world-renowned universities, such as the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge. Moreover, the school has gained widespread praise and recognition from all sectors of society.

In recent years, with the promotion of the strategy to integrate education in the Greater Bay Area, the HKDSE curriculum has increasingly become an important bridge linking the education systems of the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong SAR. During the 2025-2026 academic year, YWIES Guangzhou will introduce the HKDSE programme. The school will also implement innovations, such as “co-teaching”, thereby fostering the development of a Greater Bay Area teaching community, and establishing a resource-sharing platform to facilitate the curriculum’s adoption across the region.

“We hope that through this event, we can create a platform for exchange and collaboration, thus enabling educators from different schools and institutions to learn from each other and jointly promote educational integration and innovation in the Greater Bay Area,” Ms Liu said.

The event reached its intellectual climax through a series of keynote speeches. Distinguished experts in the field of education offered persuasive analysis about the integration and innovative applications of HKDSE. The experts and the titles of their speeches included:

  • Dr Kang Changyun, Vice President of Guangdong International Education Promotion Association, DSE’s Mission in an Age of Uncertainty: Convergence and Innovation”;
  • Mr Luo Guanzhong, Supervisor of Shenzhen Middle School’s International Division, “The Evolution of HKDSE: From A-Levels to a Distinct Identity”;
  • Mr Chen Deon, Principal of Ying Wa College, “Holistic Academic Pathways: Comparing Education Systems in Hong Kong SAR and the Chinese Mainland”.

Ms Shannon Shang, YCYW’s Education Director and Co-Executive Principal of Yew Chung International School Hong Kong, focused on educational innovation within an international context, and explored the intrinsic connection between the HKDSE curriculum and the development of talent for the 21st century.

Ms Shang noted that with the evolution of information technology and new pedagogical models, education is gradually shifting from “standardization” to “personalization”. As a result, nurturing the students’ “soft skills”—such as, critical thinking, creativity, cross-cultural understanding, and self-directed learning—has become a pressing priority.

“YCYW’s educational philosophy blends Chinese Confucian principles with modern Western pedagogy, and emphasises the cultivation of the ‘whole person.’ During this era of globalisation, we can ensure that the next generations have genuine competitiveness and the ability to contribute meaningfully to society, only by focusing on the students’ long-term development, leveraging new technologies flexibly, and prioritising core competencies and values,” Ms Shang noted. Her remarks resonated with the attendees at the event, and inspired educators in regard to curriculum implementation and talent development.

The event also featured subject-specific workshops on Chinese, English, and mathematics; experienced educators from across the Greater Bay Area explored innovative teaching methods, curriculum refinement, and strategies for the assessment of students. These sessions provided practical guidance for frontline-teachers.

The much-anticipated roundtable discussion brought together leading education experts, who examined the challenges and proposed solutions for the implementation of the HKDSE curriculum.

During the discussion, participants agreed that the HKDSE programme enjoys strong international recognition and provides students with diverse options for further education. Its curriculum and evaluation system emphasise holistic development and creative thinking, which align with the current trends and the need for educational reforms. This, they argued, is pivotal for optimizing the allocation of educational resources in the Greater Bay Area and enhancing the students’ international competitiveness.

“The HKDSE is an international curriculum designed by Chinese. Through educational outreach, we hope to exert cultural influence on the world stage,” said Ms Liu, Chinese Co-Principal of YWIES Guangzhou.

To promote the HKDSE, the experts recommended: (1) a more student-centred curriculum to stimulate the interest of students, and (2) training and

improvement of the teachers to ensure mastery of the HKDSE pedagogy.

In response to a question about how to reduce the pressure on teachers, Ms Liu proposed using AI and other technologies to improve efficiency. She also advocated for psychological training to improve communication and the management of stress.

“Riding the Wave of the Greater Bay Area, and Shaping the Future of Education”—this summit not only proposed fresh strategies for educational integration but also outlined a roadmap for the implementation of HKDSE in the Greater Bay Area. Moving forward, stakeholders will build on the momentum of the summit to work together to promote the high-quality development of HKDSE in the Greater Bay Area, thereby nurturing internationally competitive talent prepared for the future.

Meanwhile, YWIES Guangzhou remains committed to pioneering innovation, and delivering more personalised, diversified, and outstanding education, thus propelling education in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to new heights.

About Yew Chung Yew Wah Education Network 

An education pioneer with deep roots in Hong Kong SAR, Yew Chung Yew Wah (YCYW) Education Network encapsulates a unique educational pedigree that combines the best of Chinese and Western cultures with a mission to raise competent, compassionate, globally aware leaders who strive for a better world. Visionary educator Madam Tsang Chor-hang founded the first Yew Chung school and kindergarten in Hong Kong, China in 1932. In the 1970s, Dr Betty Chan Po-king picked up her mantle to provide high quality bilingual education. In the 1990s, Yew Chung was invited to Shanghai and Beijing to open schools for expatriate communities in the Chinese mainland. Madam Tsang was ably succeeded by her daughter Dr Betty Chan Po-king, who, along with her husband Professor Paul Yip Kwok-wah, later founded the YCYW Education Network to prepare Chinese and expatriate students to make lifelong contributions on the international stage.

With nearly a century of dedication to education, the YCYW Education Network now offers a complete track from early childhood to tertiary education. The Yew Chung Approach to Early Childhood Education: Centering Emergent Curriculum, Child-Led Inquiry, and Multilingualism explains the 12 Values that lie at the core of YCYW and form the basis of our pedagogy. The Yew Chung Approach offers a unique and innovative perspective in the field of education. It combines traditional Chinese Confucianism with Dewey’s progressive education theory, affirms the importance of international education, provides a learning environment inclusive of both Chinese and Western cultures, and has laid the foundation for the innovative development of early childhood education curriculum in the 21st century.

YCYW has an extensive network of schools, including Yew Chung International Schools, the Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education, Yew Wah International Education Schools, Yew Wah Schools, Yew Wah International Education Kindergartens, Yew Wah Infant and Toddler Education Centres, and the Yew Wah Infant and Toddler Discovery Centres. YCYW schools are located in eight cities of China—Hong Kong SAR, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chongqing, Qingdao, Yantai, Zhejiang Tongxiang—as well as in Silicon Valley in the US, and Somerset in the UK. YCYW provides quality education and growth opportunities to more than 12,000 students and teachers each year.