By Montira RUNGJIRAJITTRANON/AFP – Thailand’s Constitutional Court sacked prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and her cabinet on Friday over her handling of the country’s border row with Cambodia, throwing the kingdom into political turmoil.
Thai Court Sacks PM Over Cambodia Phone Call Row
Hisense Tops Global Large-Screen TV Market, Pioneers Next-Gen RGB-MiniLED Ahead of IFA 2025
QINGDAO, China, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, continues to strengthen its leadership in premium display technology. According to Omdia’s latest half-year data, Hisense ranked No.1 worldwide in shipments of 100-inch and above TVs in the first half of 2025, capturing an impressive 58.0% global volume share. This milestone underlines Hisense’s long-term investment in large-screen innovations and its pivotal role in shaping the future of home entertainment.
As an innovator at the forefront of display technology, Hisense is preparing to unveil its next chapter – RGB-MiniLED. Built on years of R&D, this breakthrough delivers purer colors, ultra-high brightness, and precise contrast, achieving 100% BT.2020 color gamut coverage for truly lifelike images. Recognized as the origin of RGB-MiniLED, Hisense continues to set industry benchmarks with world-first achievements such as the 116-inch world’s largest RGB-MiniLED TV, offering audiences a level of scale and cinematic immersion never seen before. Beyond technical performance, RGB-MiniLED is designed to bring users closer to reality, transforming every viewing moment into an emotionally compelling experience.
These innovations will take center stage at IFA 2025 in Berlin. Hisense will host a media event on the IFA Innovation Stage, City Cube Berlin (Lower Level), September 5, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., under the theme “Own the Moment.” At the event, Hisense will unveil its latest breakthroughs in display technology and AI-powered home appliances, sharing a holistic vision for the future of connected and intelligent living.
Visitors can also experience Hisense’s full portfolio of premium visual and smart home solutions at Hall 23a, Messe Berlin, from September 5–9 (9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.).
With its continuing commitment to innovation and consumer experience, Hisense aims to inspire global audiences to embrace new possibilities and confidently Own the Moment.
About Hisense
Hisense, founded in 1969, is a globally recognized leader in home appliances and consumer electronics with operations in over 160 countries, specializing in delivering high-quality multimedia products, home appliances, and intelligent IT solutions. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks No. 1 globally in the 100-inch and over TV segment (2023- H1 2025). As the first official partner of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, Hisense is committed to global sports partnerships as a way to connect with audiences worldwide.
JOHNNIE WALKER SCOTCH WHISKY ANNOUNCES GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP WITH GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING MUSIC ARTIST AND INTERNATIONAL SUPERSTAR SABRINA CARPENTER
Inspired by the fearless spirit of Carpenter’s latest album, Man’s Best Friend, the campaign aims to reimagine a world of whisky through her lens of bold creativity, self-expression and empowerment.
NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one Scotch whisky brand* (IWSR 2024), has just announced its global partnership with GRAMMY® Award–winning superstar Sabrina Carpenter. The multi-year partnership represents a bold, transformative era for whisky and music, rooted in creative self-expression, experimentation and celebration.
Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/johnniewalker/9351051-en-johnnie-walker-and-sabrina-carpenter-unveil-global-partnership
The partnership marks the first verse of Johnnie Walker’s plans to collaborate with progressive voices in music to tell their unique stories of progress, and shape the future of how and where people can enjoy Johnnie Walker Black Label. Timed to the release of Carpenter’s highly-anticipated new album, Man’s Best Friend, the Johnnie Walker x Sabrina Carpenter partnership will offer fans of legal drinking age Sabrina’s take on her favorite classic whisky cocktails, and album-inspired content that reflects the confident, playful spirit of her new sound.
The campaign debuts globally alongside the final leg of her Short n’ Sweet Tour, with content rolling out in key cities and across digital platforms. Designed to spark conversation and inspire fans around the world to mix up their own Sabrina-inspired Johnnie Walker cocktails, the campaign is a cultural moment made to be shared.
“Music plays such a meaningful role in everyone’s life journey, and it has always been a way of connecting people to Johnnie Walker’s ‘Keep Walking’ mantra, which is aimed at inspiring personal progress,” said John Williams, Global Head of Whiskeys at Diageo. “We are thrilled to welcome Sabrina as the newest voice in our story. Her fearless creativity and deep connection with a new generation make her a powerhouse addition to our Johnnie Walker family. Together, we’ll harness the power of music to bring a bold, new energy to the whisky experience.”
“Stepping into this next chapter of my music has been such a thrill. It feels more confident and a lot more unapologetic. This partnership is about celebrating boldly, pushing boundaries, and moving forward with purpose,” said Sabrina Carpenter.
“Johnnie Walker has evolved through generations to become the modern icon it is today, and Sabrina is on a similar path with Man’s Best Friend, stepping into a more confident, self-assured chapter while keeping her signature charm,” said JJ Stratford, director and video artist. “In developing this campaign, we nodded to the golden age of spirits advertising, then layered in Sabrina’s bold yet timeless aesthetic, clever humor and a modern wink to make it unmistakably her own.”
At select stops on the Short n’ Sweet Tour, fans 21+ can enjoy Sabrina’s signature Johnnie Walker Black Label cocktails including a Manhattan, a whisky sour and a whisky highball, served with surprise-and-delight moments that make the night every bit as memorable as the music.
Be sure to follow @JohnnieWalker and @JohnnieWalkerUS on Instagram and Facebook for updates on the partnership. And whether in a stadium or at home, please enjoy Johnnie Walker responsibly.
ABOUT JOHNNIE WALKER:
Johnnie Walker is the world’s number one Scotch Whisky brand* (IWSR 2024), enjoyed by people in over 160 countries. Since the time of its founder, John Walker, those who craft its whiskies have pursued flavor and quality above all else.
Today’s range of award-winning whiskies includes Johnnie Walker Red Label, Black Label, Double Black, Green Label, Johnnie Walker High Rye Blended Scotch Whisky, Gold Label Reserve, Aged 18 Years and Blue Label. Together they account for nearly 19 million cases sold annually (IWSR, 2019), making Johnnie Walker the most popular Scotch Whisky brand in the world.
ABOUT DIAGEO:
Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B and Buchanan’s whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness.
Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in nearly 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock Exchange (DEO).
For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo’s global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice.
Celebrating life, every day, everywhere.
ABOUT SABRINA CARPENTER:
Two-time GRAMMY® award winning global superstar, Sabrina Carpenter, has enchanted an audience of millions as a singer, songwriter, actress, and style icon. With her music, she has delivered one anthem after another on stage and in the studio, earning multiple gold and multi-platinum certifications, and performing to sold-out crowds worldwide. On-screen, she has generated mega-fandom through starring roles on television and film. She is signed to Island Records, where she debuted her acclaimed Gold-certified fifth studio album, “emails i can’t send”, which appeared on many “Best Of 2022” lists, including Rolling Stone and Billboard. The album features her hit single “Feather,” which went #1 at Top 40 Radio, earning Sabrina her first #1. Her sold-out “emails i can’t send” tour took her to North America, Europe, Asia and Brazil, and she recently served as direct support for Taylor Swift in Latin America, Australia, and Singapore on the Eras Tour. In April, Sabrina made her Coachella debut and was one of the most talked-about artists of the festival. Ahead of her Coachella debut, she released her single “Espresso,” which quickly climbed the charts. Upon release, Pitchfork declared “Espresso” as “in pole position to be this year’s song of the summer,” and The New York Times heralded the single as the song ready to “propel her to the next level”. Since its release, “Espresso” has gone on to reach #1 on the UK & Australian singles charts, Top 5 in the US, and #1 on Spotify globally, where it reached over 200M streams within its first month. Her second single, “Please Please Please,” was released in June and shot straight up to the top of the charts. The single hit #1 on Spotify’s Global and US charts, #1 on Apple Music, and debuted at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 before claiming the #1 spot a week later and went #1 at US Pop Radio. Sabrina made her Saturday Night Live debut in May on the season finale, where she performed “Espresso” and “Feather/Nonsense.” In August, she released her highly anticipated sixth studio album, Short n’ Sweet. The album was instantly met with an outpouring of critical acclaim from the likes of the New York Times, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Variety, and many more. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making it the 3rd biggest first week debut in the US in 2024, and became only the second album that year to spend its first three weeks atop the list. “Short n’ Sweet” also topped the charts around the world, reaching #1 in UK, Canada, Australia, Spain, and France. The album earned Sabrina an impressive six GRAMMY® nominations as a first-time nominee. “Short n’ Sweet” took home the GRAMMY® Award for Best Pop Vocal Album and Sabrina also won the “Best Pop Solo Performance” GRAMMY® Award for the album’s lead single “Espresso.” She made her debut at the 67th GRAMMY® Awards with a captivating performance of “Espresso/Please Please Please.” Last Fall, Sabrina wrapped the 33 date North American leg of her monumental sold-out Short n’ Sweet Tour and recently wrapped the sold-out European leg. Later this year, Sabrina will return for a second North America leg that includes six shows at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and five shows at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Laos to Launch Digital ID Cards Nationwide in October 2025
Starting October, Laos will roll out nationwide digital ID cards, a move to modernize identification and enhance public administration.
The new digital ID card will serve as official proof of identity from birth to death, replacing the old paper-based system, said Kaenchanh Phommachack, Director of the Department of Census Management and Grassroot Development.
Kaenchanh explained that it not only stores personal data but also improves governance, supports e-government services, and helps prepare Laos for a digital economy.
The card can also be used as a travel document domestically and internationally, while reducing administrative time and costs.
Designed to international standards, the card is modern, durable, and equipped with advanced security features including chips, biometric data, QR codes, and barcodes.
According to Kaenchanh, card issuance is also age-based and divided into two phases.
The first phase covers children: from birth to 6 years old, and then 6 to 15 years old. The second phase begins at age 15: the first digital ID card is issued for 10 years, the second for 20 years, and the third for 20 years as well.
Citizens aged 60 and above will receive a lifetime card with no expiration.
Citizens can apply for the digital ID card at central, provincial, capital, and district offices, or register in advance through the LaelD application.
The service fee is LAK 30,000 per card (about USD 1.6) while the card fee has not been announced yet.
The project was officially launched in July 2024 during high-level talks between Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith and then-Vietnamese President To Lam, coinciding with Laos’ ASEAN Chairmanship.
In July 2025, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone ordered the full nationwide integration, paving the way for its rollout this October.
Gateway to Growth: Innovation and Opportunity at the 8th CIIE
SHANGHAI, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amid a shifting global economy, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) continues to provide a vital gateway for global enterprises. With preparations for the 8th CIIE well underway, the expo is set to once again showcase innovation, foster cooperation, and expand access to the Chinese dynamic market.
Leveraging the vital platform for global enterprises to access the Chinese massive market, many exhibitors have grown from participants into investors, while numerous exhibits have been transformed into marketable goods. Novartis, for instance, debuted Radioligand Therapy (RLT) at the 4th CIIE. Benefiting from CIIE’s spillover effect, it signed strategic pacts with three Chinese partners—GE Healthcare China, Shanghai Pharmaceutical Holding and Chongqing Pharmaceutical Holding—at the 7th CIIE to speed up RLT’s launch and expansion in China.
At the supply-demand matchmaking event of the 8th CIIE, companies showcased 22 “CIIE Babies” —products that have successfully entered the market after their debut at previous expos, including two making their first post-launch appearance, underscoring the CIIE’s role in turning exhibits into goods. Medical innovations have also gained ground in China. Novartis built on its RLT debut last year by partnering with GE Healthcare China and others to create an RLT ecosystem. Meanwhile, Boston Scientific saw several products move from expo floor to market after the 7th CIIE. Johnson & Johnson, expanding its booth to 700 square meters this year, will feature the MONARCH surgical robot and the lung cancer therapy Rukobia®.
In parallel with the 8th CIIE, this year’s Hongqiao International Economic Forum (HQF) unveiled its theme “Opening Up for New Opportunities, Collaborating for a Shared Future”. As a premier platform for global economic dialogue, the 8th HQF will feature more than 20 sessions on Opening-up for Cooperation, Innovation, Development and Sharing. Preparations are in full swing, with active participation from international bodies like UNICEF and UNIDO, alongside government officials and industry leaders. The release of the World Openness Report 2025 will be a spotlight of the 8th HQF, underscoring its role as a key platform for global dialogue and collaboration.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this global event. The 8th CIIE offers unparalleled opportunities for businesses to connect, innovate, and grow. Visit https://www.ciie.org/zbh/en/ for the latest updates and participation details.
Contact: Ms. Cui Yan Tel.: 0086-21-968888 Email: exhibition@ciie.org
Indonesia Seeks Waste-to-Energy Solutions with High-Level Visits to SUS Jiaxing Waste-to-Energy Project
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SHANGHAI, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On May 26, 2025, after a four-year hiatus, Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources released a new 10-year electricity development plan (RUPTL 2025–2034), highlighting the central government’s ambition to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy. At the same time, the issue of waste overwhelming cities across Indonesia is intensifying. Converting waste into usable electricity through sustainable and environmentally friendly technologies presents a major challenge for Indonesia as it seeks to advance its energy transition and address its waste management crisis.
the high-level Indonesian delegation visits SUS ENVIRONMENT’s Jiaxing WtE project
On August 22, 2025, Mr. Eric Zhan, CEO of SUS International, welcomed a cross-ministerial delegation led by Mr. Yuliot Tanjung, Vice Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources of Indonesia, including representatives from the Food Coordination Ministry, PLN, and other agencies, for a site visit to Jiaxing WtE Project.
Mr. Eric Zhan introduced that SUS ENVIRONMENT has always focused on municipal solid waste treatment, dedicated to creating a cleaner and more friendly living environment. As a globally leading supplier of WtE technology and incineration equipment, SUS ENVIRONMENT has provided technical support and core equipment for 300 WtE plants worldwide, with a total daily treatment capacity exceeding 300,000 tons. SUS ENVIRONMENT has also invested and operates 90 low-carbon eco-industrial parks, which include WtE plants, sludge treatment facilities, food waste and construction waste treatment facilities, with a total processing capacity of over 120,000 tonnes per day. Besides, Wuxi Fangling, as SUS ENVIRONMENT’s equipment manufacturing base, covers the production of moving incinerators, sewage treatment, sludge treatment, and flue gas treatment systems, ranking first in scale in Asia.
During the plant visit, Mr. Eric further explained that Jiaxing WtE plant was invested and constructed by SUS ENVIRONMENT, which utilizes three lines of 650-tonnes mechanical incinerators independently designed and manufactured by SUS ENVIRONMENT, with emission standards far exceeding those of the EU 2010 regulations.
Mr. Eric also briefed the Vice Minister and the delegation on SUS ENVIRONMENT’s development in Indonesia. SUS ENVIRONMENT won the bid for the Makassar WtE project, which has a daily waste treatment capacity of 1,300 tons and includes the coordinated treatment of landfill mining, with a total investment of USD 200 million, the project is expected to generate 209 million kWh of electricity annually. In September 2024, the project company signed a Cooperation Agreement with Makassar City government and is currently in the PPA negotiation phase. SUS aims to commence project construction within this year and achieve Commercial Operation Date (COD) by the end of 2027.
The delegation received detailed introductions to the various systems of Jiaxing Project and expressed appreciation for SUS’s deep commitment to the Indonesian market and its concern for the communities surrounding the project. SUS ENVIRONMENT stated that the company is capable of manufacturing incinerators with single-line capacities ranging from 75 to 1,200 tons, which can perfectly meet the needs of Indonesian market.
The Vice Minister and delegation was impressed by the advanced technology, beautiful garden-style power plant design and construction philosophy from SUS ENVIRONMENT. The Vice Minister expressed particular interest in SUS ENVIRONMENT’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives for the communities around the Makassar project site and expressed genuine appreciation, Mr. Vice Minister pledged to provide all necessary support for the PPA negotiation of the Makassar project and expressed his anticipation for project’s early commencement of construction.
Mr. Eric expressed his gratitude to the Vice Minister for his concern and support, and stressed that SUS reaffirmed its commitment to deepening its roots in Indonesia and contributing to the country’s environmental protection efforts.
GLODON JOINS PAQS CONGRESS 2025 IN INDONESIA TO CHAMPION THE FUTURE OF DIGITAL CONSTRUCTION AND QUANTITY SURVEYING
JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Glodon, a global leader in digital building platform services, is proud to participate in the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS) Congress 2025, held in Jakarta on August 25–26, 2025.
As the premier international gathering for quantity surveying professionals, the PAQS Congress brings together industry leaders, academics, and practitioners from across Asia and the Western Pacific. For Glodon, this congress is more than an event; it is an opportunity to contribute to the progress of the construction and quantity surveying industry through digital innovation.
During the congress, Kassim Nazirul Fariq Bin Mohd represented Glodon as a keynote speaker, presenting on “Ushering in a Data-Driven Paradigm for Professional Practice through Industrial AI”.
In his presentation, Kassim explained how the integration of AI into professional practice is enabling quantity surveyors and construction professionals to embrace smarter, data-driven approaches that transform project outcomes. The session was well received by attendees, offering a compelling vision of how Industrial AI is not only reshaping workflows but also elevating the role of quantity surveyors as strategic drivers of value in the built environment.
Glodon will also be represented by its senior leadership team at PAQS Congress 2025. The delegation includes Liu Qian, Party Secretary, Director, and Senior Vice President of Glodon; Wataru Matsumoto, Vice President of Glodon Company Limited and Managing Director of Glodon Asia Group; Lei Peng, Vice President of Glodon Company Limited; and Florentia Edrea, Country Director of Glodon Indonesia. Their presence reflects Glodon’s strong commitment to engaging with the global quantity surveying community and contributing to the advancement of digital construction in the region.
At its exhibition booth, Glodon showcased the latest digital solutions, shared global case studies, and connected directly with professionals eager to embrace digital transformation. The booth will also serve as a space to connect, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration with industry peers.
“We believe 2025 will be the year when AI truly delivers value for the construction industry. At Glodon, our focus is to create domain-specific intelligence that solves real challenges for quantity surveyors and builders. By combining deep industry expertise with practical innovation, we aim to deliver measurable outcomes and accelerate digital transformation across the built environment,” said Liu Qian.
With Indonesia as the host, the PAQS Congress 2025 highlights the region’s growing influence in shaping the future of the built environment. Glodon is excited to be part of this important momentum, standing alongside the global QS community to push forward innovation, collaboration, and the digital future of construction.
For a deeper dive into the industry’s AI, explore Glodon’s Construction Enterprises’ AI Initiatives White Paper, a comprehensive roadmap for the industry’s AI journey: https://lnkd.in/eU5n256X
2025 China International Big Data Industry Expo opens in Guiyang, China
GUIYANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 August 2025 – On August 28, the 2025 China International Big Data Industry Expo opened in Guiyang, Guizhou Province. Launched in 2015, it has become the world’s premier platform for the development of big data industry.
Opening ceremony venue of the 2025 China International Big Data Industry Expo
During the opening ceremony, head of the National Data Administration of China, Liu Liehong said，China’s total intelligent computing capacity has reached 780,000 PFlops, which ranks second in the world.
This progress stems from China’s “East Data, West Computing” initiative, which has become a strategic project in the country’s major productivity layout, Liu said. China’s eight national computing hubs currently concentrate over 60 percent of new computing capacity — with intelligent computing capacity reaching 620,000 PFlops, he added.
On Aug. 28th, a participant shakes hands with a robot at the site of the opening ceremony of the 2025 China International Big Data Industry Expo in Guiyang, China
Pioneering the initiative, Guizhou has worked hard to construct a leading national computing hub in recent years. The province has, notably, successfully built the world’s first 400G all-optical network computing channel, as announced at the ceremony in Guiyang.
The three-day expo, running through August 30, features a diverse range of exchanges and activities — with more than 16,000 guests and 375 enterprises participating.
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