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WWF and Partners Launch “Love Ling Lao” Campaign

Lar-Gibbon (Photo: Christy Williams WWF-Myanmar).

“Love Ling Lao” aims to enhance national pride for the 19 species that call Laos home and build support for urgently-needed conservation of threatened primates.

DHL Express secures #1 Great Place to Work® title in Asia for four consecutive years

  • Fourth consecutive win and the sixth time in the past seven years to top the Asia list for workplace culture
  • In 2021, DHL Express Asia Pacific received 37 different awards for its workplace and corporate culture, bringing the total number to 325 awards since 2014

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – DHL Express has defended its number one position on the Best Workplaces in Asia™ list, published annually by the Great Place to Work® Institute. It acknowledges the international express service provider’s strong company culture of fairness and camaraderie, underpinned by its values of “Respect and Results”.

“This achievement is a remarkable and important recognition of everyone’s steadfast effort to build a cohesive and inclusive team, even through tough times. Our “As One” spirit is stronger than ever, and I am privileged to work alongside such a passionate team that always gives their all every day. Obtaining four consecutive wins is not easy, but we will not rest on our laurels. With a people strategy, our employees are key assets. We will continue to invest in our people, and create a great workplace not just for a few, but for all,” said Ken Lee, CEO, DHL Express Asia Pacific.

“It is truly an honor to be named the best workplace in Asia once again. We would like to take the opportunity to celebrate our people, as we couldn’t have done it without the support from them. Our employees make a conscious effort every day to be inclusive and motivated. Employees today are showing a preference for companies that demonstrate commitment to creating a positive workplace culture. It is therefore important for companies to promote inclusion and equal opportunities to retain and attract talents,” said Mateen Thiruselvaam, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, DHL Express Asia Pacific.

An engaged and inclusive workforce

To ensure employees remain motivated, DHL Express provides equal learning and development opportunities to keep employee satisfaction high. Its “Shift Up a Gear” program, aims to provide female employees with guidance, networking and career development opportunities. Through the program, female workers can connect with senior internal and external leaders to gain different perspectives on career paths or be mentored.

DHL Express also regularly organizes the Certified International Specialist and Certified International Manager training programs, where employees learn about company products and services and what is necessary to deliver excellent service. By the end of 2021, employees across the region underwent over 370,000 CIS and CIM modules.

Employees united by a single platform and purpose

As a global organization with 120,000 employees across more than 220 countries and territories, DHL Express is focused on enhancing employee engagement. Its social intranet, Smart Connect, is a mobile and online platform where employees gain access to various services and content, such as company and HR resources, news, campaigns and engagement programs. Employees also bond through the platform’s social walls, where they can post updates and leave comments.

Additionally, employees are guided and united by a common purpose, “Connecting people, improving lives”, which creates long-term value and gives people a sense of belonging. Employees are given opportunities to volunteer for initiatives they care about, such as climate protection. For example, over 100,000 employees worldwide are participating in a series of marathons to raise funds for Conservation International and plant 100,000 trees.

Since 2014, DHL Express Asia Pacific has received 325 awards for its workplace and corporate culture, and in 2021 alone, the company received a total of 37 awards.

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DHL – The logistics company for the world

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 380,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world”.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 81 billion euros in 2021. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. Deutsche Post DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.

PolyU scholar wins APEC top young scientist award for his contribution to bio-circular-green practice research

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – Dr REN Jingzheng, Associate Professor of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), won the 2022 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education (ASPIRE). He was awarded the prize of USD 25,000 at a ceremony hosted in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in late August. Thailand chairs APEC 2022.

Dr Ren Jingzheng, Associate Professor of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering of PolyU, was awarded the 2022 APEC Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education at a ceremony hosted in Chiang Mai, Thailand, late August.

Dr Ren was selected the region’s top young science researcher of the year for “unfolding new methods to promote an integrated development of the economy, environment and society, including through bio-circular-green practice.” PolyU is the only higher education institution in Hong Kong to have had two young scientists honoured with this prestigious award in a decade.

Dr PASIT Lorterapong, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, said, “Dr Ren’s research, especially on the development of the circular economy, recycling, industrial systems and supply network optimization, provides us with knowledge and helps us address future environmental and economic challenge.”

Prof. Christopher CHAO, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, congratulated Dr Ren and remarked, “PolyU is dedicated to conducting cutting-edge research to achieve sustainable development. As a member of the PolyU Research Centre for Resources Engineering towards Carbon Neutrality, Dr Ren has greatly contributed to sustainability through his influential research, promoting the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. We are proud of our pioneering young scholars who are applying innovative solutions to bring societal advancement to the Asia Pacific region and the world.”

The annual ASPIRE awards recognise young scientists aged below 40 who display excellence in scientific research, as evidenced by scholarly publication and cooperation with scientists from other APEC member economies.

Annually, each APEC economy is invited to nominate one young scientist to be considered for the ASPIRE Prize. Dr Ren stood out among the 13 nominees from other APEC economies in the 2022 ASPIRE exercise, themed “Innovation to achieve economic, environmental, and social goals”.

Dr Ren Jingzheng considers it a great honour to have won the ASPIRE award. He said, “This good news heartens me and gives me renewed impetus to develop carbon-neutral processes for turning waste into wealth, and to achieve zero-waste systems and carbon-neutrality.”

He has proposed innovative processes that can be applied for sustainable design and optimisation of complex industrial systems, energy conservation and emissions mitigation of wastewater treatment processes, valorisation of medical waste and sewage sludge, as well as converting agricultural waste into energy or value-added products.

He plans to promote his new concept of waste-to-energy processes to energy-intensive industries and waste recycling industries of APEC member economies to help their economies transition to bio-circular-green economies.

Dr Ren added, “I am also enthusiastic about organically combining ‘hard technologies’ with ‘soft science’ in order to innovatively break through the limitations of the traditional thinking in industry, and develop carbon-neutral and zero-waste oriented decision support tools and industrial processes to achieve zero carbon emission and 100% waste recycling in industrial systems.”

Dr Ren has published more than 180 journal papers and authored a book, and been cited extensively. He was ranked in the World’s Top 2% Scientists on the Stanford University List in 2020 and 2021.

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Pretty Beauty: Summer Skin Aging Stops Today with 10 THERA HIFU

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – While enjoying the summer sun in sunbathing and all kinds of water activities, our skin is exposed to a great amount of UVA and UVB rays. Even if you think sufficient sun protection has been done, the moisture of the skin is stealthily drained, resulting in aging conditions like fine lines and wrinkles. Pretty Beauty protects the health of the skin even in the summer time by strengthening the regenerative vitality of the skin. In this summer, Pretty Beauty introduced the world’s first dual-linear simultaneous output of 10THERA HIFU for the reduction of wrinkles and the tightening and lifting of the facial contour. Your skin can be rejuvenated and energized once again.

“10THERA”: The Solution to Skin Aging and The Elixir to Youth Recovery

Pretty Beauty has introduced the 10 THERA from TENTECH in South Korea. It is the world’s first dual-linear HIFU equipment which greatly shortens the time required compared to the mono-linear HIFU. High-energy focused ultrasonic technology is used to conduct thermal energy of 60 to 80 degrees Celsius to stimulate the regeneration of elastic fibers and collagen fibers. Along with the fine 4.5 mm and 3.00 mm probes, it penetrates deep into the fascia layer and dermis layer. The focused heat fixates on designated points and eventually all areas of the face are taken care of.

Precise heating of the fascia layer with a 4.5 mm probe tightens and firms the skin to achieve a more three-dimensional facial contour. In addition, the 3.00mm probe brings thermal energy directly to the dermal tissue below the surface layer, triggering the activity of elastomer cells and collagen. The process effectively tightens the sagging position of the skin, smooths wrinkles, and reduces crow’s feet, nasolabial folds, neck stripes, eye lines along with other fine lines.

10 THERA HIFU doubles the speed of the treatment, instantly achieving contour lifting while minimizing pain in the treatment. Even after the treatment is completed, the residual temperature continues to provide energy to the cells, prolonging the cell growth. Youthful and bouncy skin is restored with just a finger snap!

A Quick and Sustainable Fix to Skin Aging

Facing the fierce summer sun, our skin is burdened with the direct UV exposure on the beach and from all kinds of water activities. Long-term exposure to the sun, UVA rays directly penetrate into the epidermis and dermis layer of the skin, chronically destroying the elastic fibers of the skin. This does not just accelerate the aging of the skin, but also causes skin thickening, sagging, wrinkles and other problems.

For all the outdoor enthusiasts and water activity lovers, any first-aid skin hydration cannot reverse the aged skin. With Pretty Beauty’s focus and research, the secret of skin aging is now unraveled, providing a quick and effective solution to prevent skin aging and to improve fine line problems. Whether it is dry lines under the eyes and on both sides of nasal area, deep lines, or nasolabial stripes, etc.,the 10 THERA dual-linear output HIFU can remove these problems. It also repels double chins, tightens the face skin, maintains firmness, and reduces the damage caused by sunlight and UV rays.

Safely Customized a Treatment for You with Care

Pretty Beauty believes that each customer is unique, while staying committed to customer-focused service in order to meet the different beauty needs of customers. A tailor-made and exclusive treatment plan is designed only after thorough pre-treatment consultation with the client.

As a beauty expert in Hong Kong for 37 years, Pretty Beauty has been keeping up with the global beauty trends by introducing the most advanced overseas beauty technology and equipment, and providing regular training for staff to ensure that all treatments comply with safety standards and hygiene regulations. It is because Pretty Beauty only offers the safest and the most reliable beauty treatments to our clients.

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About Pretty Beauty Group

Pretty Beauty Group has been specializing in beauty and body shaping services for 37 years. It has rich experiences in the beauty industry and is the first to introduce the latest technology and equipment from time to time! Pretty Beauty Group currently has 16 branches in Hong Kong, dedicated to providing professional, safe, reliable and attentive beauty and slimming experience for ladies who love beauty. To learn more about beauty, skin, and body shape treatments, please visit .

Thai Court Shoots Down 10-year-old Case Against Laos’s Xayaburi Dam

Xayaburi Hydroelectric Power Project in Xayaboury Province, Laos
Xayaburi Hydroelectric Power Project in Xayaboury Province, Laos.

A senior court in Thailand has thrown out a lengthy case by activists against the Xayaburi Dam in Laos.

Trend Micro Warns of 75% Surge in Ransomware Attacks on Linux as Systems Adoptions Soared

63 billion threats blocked by Trend Micro in 1H 2022

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach 1 September 2022 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today predicted that ransomware groups will increasingly target Linux servers and embedded systems over the coming years. It recorded a double-digit year-on-year (YoY) increase in attacks on these systems in 1H 2022.

To read a full copy of the Trend Micro 2022 Midyear Roundup Report, please visit: https://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/hk/security/research-and-analysis/threat-reports/roundup/defending-the-expanding-attack-surface-trend-micro-2022-midyear-cybersecurity-report

Tony Lee, Head of Consulting, Hong Kong & Macau, of Trend Micro, said: “New and emerging threat groups continue to evolve their business model, focusing their attacks with even greater precision. That’s why it’s essential that organizations get better at mapping, understanding, and protecting their expanding digital attack surface. A single, unified cybersecurity platform is the best place to start.”

According to Trend Micro data:

  • 63 billion threats blocked by Trend Micro in 1H 2022
  • 52% more threats in the first half of the year than the same period in 2021
  • Government, manufacturing and healthcare are the top three sectors targeted with malware

Detection of attacks from ransomware-as-a-service surged in the first half of 2022. Major players like LockBit and Conti were detected with a 500% YoY increase and nearly doubled the number of detections in six months, respectively. The ransomware-as-a-service model has generated significant profits for ransomware developers and their affiliates.

New ransomware groups are emerging all the time. The most notable one in the first half of 2022 is Black Basta. The group hit 50 organizations in just two months. Many persist with the “big game-hunting” of large enterprises, although SMBs are an increasingly popular target.

One of the primary attack vectors for ransomware is vulnerability exploitation. Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative published advisories on 944 vulnerabilities in the period, a 23% YoY increase. The number of critical bug advisories published soared by 400% YoY.

APT groups continue to evolve their methods by employing expansive infrastructure and combining multiple malware tools. The ten-fold increase in the number of detections is another proof point that threat actors are increasingly integrating Emotet as part of their elaborate cybercrime operations.

The concern is that threat actors are able to weaponize these flaws faster than vendors can release patch updates and/or customers can patch them.

Unpatched vulnerabilities add to a growing digital attack surface many organizations are struggling to manage securely as the hybrid workplace expands their IT environment. Over two-fifths (43%) of global organizations believe it is “spiraling out of control.”

Cloud visibility is particularly important given the continued threat of third parties exploiting misconfigured environments and using novel techniques like cloud-based crypto mining and cloud tunneling. The latter is frequently abused by threat actors to route malware traffic or host phishing websites.

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About Trend Micro

Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information. Fueled by decades of security expertise, global threat research, and continuous innovation, Trend Micro’s cybersecurity platform protects hundreds of thousands of organizations and millions of individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints. As a leader in cloud and enterprise cybersecurity, the platform delivers a powerful range of advanced threat defense techniques optimized for environments like AWS, Microsoft, and Google, and central visibility for better, faster detection and response. With 7,000 employees across 65 countries, Trend Micro enables organizations to simplify and secure their connected world.

Lao Travel Operators Gear Up to Certify Guides and Drivers with LaoSafe

LaoSafe has witnessed an increase in requests for training and certification in anticipation of an uptick in tourist arrivals to Laos.

VIENTIANE, LAOS – Media OutReach – 1 September 2022 – Laos reopened its borders to international tourists on 9 May, dropping all testing and quarantine requirements for vaccinated travellers. Since then, interest in the country has grown, with an increase in visitors of over 50% by the end of June leading to a surge in demand for organised tours and renewed hope for the coming high season.

Coinciding with the end of the monsoon rains, Laos traditionally sees visitor numbers rise in October, and travel operators across the country are now racing to further certify tour guides and drivers to cope with the anticipated influx of tourists. To date, over 710 tour guides and 270 drivers have achieved LaoSafe certification.

“LaoSafe is a great standard to have and is very important during the new normal. The LaoSafe training that our guides have received has helped them prioritise safety and cleanliness. As a tour operator, I want travellers to know that Laos has safety standards in place for them to travel with peace of mind and confidence. I would like to invite everyone to visit Laos and for tour operators in Laos to apply for LaoSafe.”, says Duangmala Phommavong, Managing Director at EXO Travel Laos.

Implemented by the Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism, and approved by the Ministry of Health, LaoSafe is a nationwide initiative designed to create a world-class health and hygiene system within the tourism and hospitality industry.

Sector-specific standards have been developed for accommodation, food and beverage, tour guides, and drivers, to raise the benchmark of hygiene provision throughout the country and build international confidence in Laos as a safe tourist destination.

“As a DMC (destination-management company) it is of utmost importance for us to be able to offer our customers a safe and quality experience. As COVID-19 has changed our world and our way of living, it was important for us to adapt as well and thanks to the LaoSafe initiative this has been possible,” says Julie Beaufrère, Product and Inbound Officer at Asian Trails Laos.

“Not only does this initiative allow us to reassure our customers who would be concerned about safety and hygiene measures in Laos, but it also allows us to access a harmonization of services and the creation of standards on a national scale that we will continue to support by training our guides and drivers through LaoSafe,” she commented.

While visitor numbers are not immediately expected to bounce back to 2019 levels, the removal of entry restrictions has given the tourism and hospitality industry a welcome boost after two years of tightly controlled borders. Yet, with COVID-19 numbers still fluctuating around the world, protecting against infection is still a concern for many.

The LaoSafe Programme is supported by the Skills for Tourism Project (LAO/029), which is co-financed by the governments of Laos, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and Switzerland, and implemented by the Ministry of Education and Sports of Laos and LuxDev, the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency.

For further information, visit www.laosafe.gov.la. For all media enquiries, additional comments, or requests for interviews, please contact media@laosafe.gov.la.

Hashtag: #LaoSafe

Canon Hongkong Announces New President and CEO

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach 1 September 2022 – Canon Hongkong Company Limited (Canon Hong Kong) is pleased to announce today the appointment of Mr. Kazuhiro Ozawa as the company’s new President and CEO, with immediate effect.

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With his wealth of experience gained from different parts of the globe over the past 33 years in Canon Group, Mr. Ozawa will spearhead the company’s overall operations in Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR and the Greater Bay Area. He is thrilled to join Canon Hong Kong when the company is celebrating its 50th Anniversary.

“Canon Hong Kong developed from a small trading company to a Total Imaging Solution provider expanding to the market in Macau SAR and the Greater Bay Area. The company has overcome many challenges along the way and reached this important milestone with the immense support of our customers and business partners. Canon Hong Kong will continue to support our customers with innovative imaging technology and intelligent total solutions to seize business opportunities and build a better future together. I am excited to join Canon Hong Kong and develop more successful stories with my team in the coming years.” Mr. Ozawa shared.

Mr. Ozawa commenced his career in Canon as a sales trainee in Canon Inc., the company’s headquarter in Japan after his graduation from the Department of Political Science at Waseda University in 1989. He was relocated to Canon Europa NV in Amsterdam in 1996 and then to Canon Middle East in Dubai after 4 years. From 2002, he developed his expertise on promoting Canon’s Corporate System products at Canon Inc. in Japan.

Mr. Ozawa joined Canon’s senior management team in 2013 as Director of Canon Singapore, leading its Business Imaging Solution Group; he was then promoted as President & CEO of Canon Marketing Philippines in 2017. During his 5 years tenure, he played a pivotal role in solidifying its Consumer and Business Imaging and Printing Solutions businesses and transforming the organization to strengthen employee engagement, and corporate social responsibility and sustainability activities.

When Mr. Ozawa can find time away from his work, he enjoys spending time with his family, perfecting his golf game and trying out various delicacies in the city.

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About Canon Hongkong Company Limited

Canon Inc. (TSE:7751 / NYSE:CAJ) was founded in 1937 in Japan. Its predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, produced Japan’s first 35 mm focal-plane-shutter camera “Kwanon” in 1934. From there, Canon Inc. expanded into the photocopying and printing industries, launching Japan’s first plain-paper copier NP-1100 in 1970 and the world’s first inkjet printer BJ-80 in 1985. Through the years, Canon Inc. has acquired in-depth experience in digital imaging product manufacturing, research and development. Pioneering in innovative products development, Canon Inc. hold the most technology patents in the imaging industry. Canon Inc. also makes significant contribution to promote photography. Today, Canon Inc. has a strong global presence, representing one of the most important market players in the imaging, office and industrial product categories. As of 31 December 2021, Canon’s global revenue was US$30.55 billion.

In 1971, Canon Hongkong Co., Ltd. (Canon Hong Kong) was established as one of the first Canon offices in Asia. Canon Hong Kong is a Total Imaging Solution provider, providing professional pre-sales, marketing and after-sales services for all Canon products and solutions in Hong Kong and Macau. With the solely owned subsidiary Canon Business Solutions (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. established in 2018, the company continues to deliver intelligent total business solutions and professional services to Greater Bay Area. Canon Hong Kong adheres to Canon’s corporate philosophy of “Kyosei”, encouraging the company and staff to engage social, charitable and environmental activities for the community. Implementing internationally-recognized management system, Canon Hong Kong has achieved ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 27001 (Canon Digital Production Center) certifications.

For more information about Canon Hong Kong, please visit our website: .