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Siam Piwat Group ranked Thailand’s No. 1 check-in destination, reinforcing its leadership as a creator of global experiential destinations for every festival

BANGKOK, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Earlier this year, Thailand’s Siam Piwat Group created an unprecedented global phenomenon with its Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 – a grand spectacle featuring world-class Thai artist LISA (Lalisa Manobal) that captivated over 30 million live viewers and garnered over 100 million views worldwide.

Siam Piwat, which owns and operates global destinations such as ICONSIAM, Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery in Bangkok, has delivered yet another global phenomenon with its world-class Songkran celebrations.

Siam Piwat has placed ICONSIAM, the iconic landmark on the Chao Phraya River as the undisputed No. 1 check-in spot for Songkran in Thailand and setting new social media records across all platforms. It also created unparalleled experiences, stimulated the economy, and enhanced Thailand’s image and credibility on the world stage. 

ICONSIAM has secured its No.1 global experiential destination for the 2025 Songkran celebration, attracting over 1.44 million visitors, surpassing the target, at a single shopping mall. It also smashed social media records across all platforms, dominating Songkran trends as the most talked-about event, with a remarkable 534,215 engagements based on data from Wisesight (Thailand).

Its Official TikTok Account amassed 165 million views and 10M+ engagements. The event also trended No. 1 on X four times and ranked as the No. 1 most checked-in ‘water splashing spot’ throughout Songkran 2025. 

Marisa Sukosol Nunbhakdi, President of the Tourism Sub-committee of the National Soft Power Strategy Committee stated, “Since the New Year Countdown at ICONSIAM and its extensive promotion domestically and internationally, Thailand has seen a significant boost in traffic, with Bangkok established as a ‘World City’ alongside Paris, London, and Tokyo, reflecting its status as a major, modern tourist destination. For this Songkran, ICONSIAM has partly contributed to the 10.73% increase in tourist arrivals and exponential economic growth.” 

Commander Parinya Rakwatin, President of the Chao Phraya River Trade Association, stated, “The  ICONSIAM THAICONIC SONGKRAN CELEBRATION 2025 has generated substantial positive impact for nearby tourism-related operators. along the river. It has spurred overall economic recovery and brought a tremendous boost to hotels, restaurants, and boat operators within the river tourism sector.”

Meanwhile, ONESIAM, comprising Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, launched its own phenomenon with the “ONESIAM Summersive” event series, attracting over 1.75 million visitors during Songkran festival.   

Siam Paragon, the global destination in the heart of Bangkok, took center stage and delivered one-of-a-kind experience, featuring the imaginative Garden of Joy for an innovative multi-sensory experience.

Siam Center transformed its space into a creative playground filled with dynamic ideas, while Siam Discovery provided a world of limitless fashion, lifestyle, and inspiration and highlight included the world-first 20th-anniversary celebration for global brand Alexander Wang.

Siam Piwat’s continued success in creating global experiential destinations by hosting world-class events has enabled Thailand not only to win on the global stage but also enhance confidence and build a distinct image that reinforces Bangkok as a global tourism destination.                           

Kosol Energie Powers 10 MW Solar Project in Kutch with GoodWe Inverters

BHUJ, India, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GoodWe, a global leading solar inverter manufacturer and energy solution provider, is driving sustainability across a wide range of applications. One such impactful story comes from Kutch, Gujarat, where Kosol Energie, a prominent module manufacturer and EPC service provider, successfully completed a 10 MW solar installation for the Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL).

The project is located in a region known for its extreme temperatures, which poses challenges in maintaining reliable energy production under harsh environmental conditions. To meet these demands, GoodWe’s 350 kW UT string inverters were chosen for their proven reliability and high efficiency in such environments. Powered by these inverters, the system achieves an impressive 70 MWh per day.

It provides anti-Potential Induced Degradation (PID) and PID-recovery functions, effectively mitigating energy losses caused by PID effects, especially in high-temperature and high-humidity conditions. With an IP66 rating and up to C5 protection, the inverter demonstrates resilience in harsh environments.

“GoodWe’s inverters have been performing exceptionally well in extreme heat, delivering high efficiency and energy generation. The service from design to installation and operations was outstanding, and the system’s reliability has exceeded our expectations.” stated Harish Sharma, Project Head – Kosol Energie, “Based on our previous experience, GoodWe inverters are producing 10-15% energy generation compared to previous products we used”.

He also added, “GoodWe’s performance and support have made it Kosol’s first choice for future projects, making it the preferred string inverter for all upcoming solar installations.”

About Kosol Energie:

Kosol Energie is one of India’s leading solar energy solution providers, dedicated to promoting sustainable living through innovative and reliable solar technologies. Under the visionary leadership of Mr. Kalpesh Kalthia, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), the company has grown into a trusted name in the renewable energy sector. With over 15 years of expertise, Kosol offers a wide range of products including solar water heaters, rooftop solar systems, solar pumps, and turnkey EPC solutions. Known for its commitment to quality, performance, and customer satisfaction, Kosol has successfully executed projects across the country, empowering homes, businesses, and farms with clean, dependable solar energy. Mr. Kalpesh Kalthia‘s forward-thinking approach and passion for sustainability continue to drive Kosol’s mission of making solar power accessible and impactful for a greener tomorrow.

About GoodWe:

GoodWe is a world-leading inverter manufacturer and smart energy solution provider listed on Shanghai Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 688390). As of June 2024, GoodWe has achieved over 80 GW of global installations. The company offers an extensive range of products and solutions tailored for residential, commercial and industrial, and utility-scale PV systems, delivering reliability and high performance across its entire portfolio. GoodWe has  around 5,000 employees globally, with over 1,000 dedicated to research and development. The company received TÜV Rheinland “All Quality Matters” awards for seven consecutive years and was recognized as the Global Top 3 hybrid inverter supplier by Wood Mackenzie in 2021. For more information, please visit https://en.goodwe.com/

Solenergy Group complete 401kW system for Cairns Aquarium to power animal life support systems, with donations from GoodWe, Greensketch and co-funding from Queensland Government

CAIRNS, Australia, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Queensland solar retailer, Solenergy Group has completed the installation of a 401kW solar system for Cairns Aquarium, one of the top tourist destinations in Cairns and one of the city’s largest energy users, in an effort to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, improve resilience to power spikes and power cuts during inclement weather. The system was made possible through four 100kW HT inverters that were donated by GoodWe and Greensketch, along with additional funding from the Queensland Government’s Building Resilient Tourism Infrastructure Fund (BRTI).

With over 5 million litres of water on site running through 14 plantrooms and 71 living displays, housing some 16,000 fish and aquatic organisms including ocean-going sharks, rays and grouper, within a 7,800 square metre airconditioned building, this $400,000 renewable energy investment will provide 100% of the Aquariums energy needs to power its Life Support Systems (LSS) which includes aquatic pumps and mechanical and biological filtration that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to provide purified water for the inhabitants.

The renewable energy generated by the massive solar array will deliver tangible environmental benefits for the city which includes the equivalent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions of 12,872 trees planted each year or the avoidance of 213,830 litres of fuel used per year or the avoidance of 243,017 kilos of coal burnt each year.  Despite being located on the building’s 11-metre-high roof top, visitors to the Cairns Aquarium can still see the energy generation in real time through a live display screen in the Aquarium’s lobby.

Director of Solenergy Group, Mark Ridgley commented:

“The project involved a lot of obstacles for our team, such as designing and engineering a system that could work alongside grid sourced power without impacting sensitive computerised water quality plant and equipment. Almost 700 x 585W solar panels were installed on the Aquarium rooftop, occupying near 4,000 square meters of space, that also required additional design and logistical solutions for volume and weight distribution, especially for a site that operates 24hrs a day and is open 365 days a year to over 300,000 visitors from around the world.

We were delighted that GoodWe and Greensketch were able to donate the four inverters, to assist the Aquarium and help make the project possible. We selected GoodWe HT Inverters due to an overall specification focused on continual performance and maximising of solar energy yields to provide the lowest levelized cost of electricity (LCOE). In addition, the enhanced safety features such as IP66 ratings, lightning surge protection and internal humidity monitoring, made GoodWe the ideal choice in a tropical climate and Cairns Aquarium’s specific application.”

Dean Williamson, Country Manager at GoodWe Australia, emphasised the value of this system:

“This project was an extremely important one, not only to assist the operation of a key focus of tourism for Cairns and support its economy, but also to ensure the protection and care of all the livestock in the Aquarium that is all local to the region, including many endangered species.  Thanks to the support of OSW’s Greensketch platform, we were able to donate the inverters needed for this massive job and help it get across the line.” 

About GoodWe:
GoodWe is a world-leading PV inverter and energy storage systems manufacturer listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 688390). The company has more than 5000 employees located in 15 different countries and a team of over 1000 engineers working at its R&D centres to continuously optimise and advance energy storage technology. GoodWe storage inverters were ranked in the top 3 globally by Wood Mackenzie in 2022, the company was ranked 2nd in the top Australian inverter suppliers by Sunwiz and the most financially stable inverter company by BloombergNEF. Having achieved over seven consecutive TÜV Rheinland “All Quality Matters” awards and consistently being ranked at the top in terms of overall product quality, GoodWe’s comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions for residential, commercial, and utility-scale PV systems is guaranteed to deliver high performance and reliable quality across the board. For more information, please visit www.goodwe.com.au

Mount Taishan Tea “Fry” New Experience of Rural Revitalization

TAI’AN, China, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from the Shandong Office of Hong Kong Business Daily:

Mount Taishan is the hometown of tea customs in the north, and the Mount Taishan tea at the foot of Mount Taishan has long been famous. In recent years, Tai’an City, has expanded Mount Taishan’s tea industry, promoted the integrated development of tea tourism, continuously extended the tea industry chain, and promoted the ecological tea mountain to become a “golden mountain and silver mountain” for farmers to increase income and become rich.

Tai’an lists Mount Taishan tea as one of the “three dominant characteristic industries”. The tea planting area involves more than 20 townships and more than 50 villages, and the total area of tea gardens exceeds 3000 hectares. Taking Xiaojinkou Village in Tai’an City as an example, it is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces a lake to the south. It has sufficient sunlight, humid air, fertile soil, and a large temperature difference between day and night, making it suitable for tea planting. Standing at the top of the mountain, looking around, there are tea houses of all sizes scattered throughout the fields. The tea grown in these beautiful mountains and waters has thick, firm and clean leaves, a green color, and broad market prospects. At the Daiqing Daughter Tea Processing Factory not far from the tea greenhouse, the person in charge, Wu Maosheng, said, “The spring tea market has broad prospects, and this year’s spring tea sales are expected to break through historical highs.

At present, the daughter tea planting professional cooperative in Xiaojinkou Village has 700 members and a tea plantation area of 2800 acres. Based on the advantages of location and resource endowment, relying on the traditional tea industry foundation of Xiaojinkou Village, we provide intensive services from planting to sales for tea farmers through technological empowerment, drive the upgrading of tea farmers’ production and planting technology, and embark on a large-scale development path of “production, supply, and sales” one-stop services. Tourists can also experience tea picking and brewing, learn tea art and frying techniques, and experience the charm of tea culture here.

At present, Mount Taishan tea is taking deep processing technology as the fulcrum to promote the transformation and upgrading of the traditional tea industry. Mount Taishan tea industry has become an important pillar industry for farmers around Mount Taishan.

Children at the Center: World Creativity & Innovation Day Statement by Education Cannot Wait Director Yasmine Sherif

NEW YORK, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Creativity and innovation are essential to finding extraordinary solutions to abnormal problems. Now more than ever we must continue finding creative solutions to protect the world’s most vulnerable children from the excruciating pain of war, dispossession and destruction of their last hope: a quality education. The current humanitarian and development funding levels are falling. However, with creativity we can prevent further deterioration and instead turn towards an upward direction.

Together with our strategic donor partners, ECW is reimagining the way we deliver life-saving education supports on the frontlines of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises.
Together with our strategic donor partners, ECW is reimagining the way we deliver life-saving education supports on the frontlines of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises.

With bold, innovative action and connected problem-solving in a world of abundance we can better connect the dots between donors, governments, the private sector, UN agencies, civil society and other key partners to unleash our wealth of humanity towards those in unwanted scarcity: the world’s most vulnerable children whose only wealth is their hope for a quality education.

In 1543, Nicolaus Copernicus published his groundbreaking theory, “On the Revolutions of Heavenly Spheres.” His new ideas sparked a revolution by placing the Sun – rather than the Earth – at the centre of our solar system.

We need a Copernican Revolution of our own today – one guided by data, evidence, creativity and innovation, and the highest of all values: empathy. We can then deliver on the reforms envisioned in the UN80 Initiative, Pact for the Future and other initiatives designed to reimagine the delivery of humanitarian aid. In short, we must place children at the center of our universe and use education as our single most powerful instrument to tap their vast potential. Only then can their hope turn into reality.

Education Cannot Wait (ECW), the global fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises in the United Nations, is embracing evidence-driven reforms to streamline our operations and ensure every donor dollar creates a positive impact on the lives of children caught on the frontlines of conflict, climate change and forced displacement. With the lowest overhead costs, we are lean, agile and fast-acting, and we place children and adolescents in emergencies and protracted crises at the center of everything we do.

Our work – and our value proposition – is driven by data and evidence to achieve optimal results and impact. Let’s start with the growing needs. When ECW became operational in 2017, it was estimated that approximately 75 million crisis-affected children needed education support. Today, with violent conflicts in places like the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine, horrific shocks from climate change-related natural disasters, and a unprecedented rise in human displacement and migration, that number has skyrocketed to nearly a quarter of a billion – 234 million to be precise.  

Data also tell us that a lack of quality education – especially across the Global South – is costing us trillions of dollars in lost opportunities every year. “Limited educational opportunities and barriers for girls cost the world economy between US$15 trillion and US$30 trillion. In nine countries, the cost of out-of-school children was estimated to be greater than the value of an entire year of GDP growth,” according to the World Bank.

Additionally, investing US$1 in early childhood education can generate returns as high as US$17 for the most disadvantaged children worldwide. Imagine the impact every dollar could have in creating a million more opportunities for the world’s most vulnerable children.

Given the current funding environment, we must embrace our creative problem-solving and solutions orientation. Besides revisiting budgets and finding human-centred solutions to those left furthest behind, another creative approach toward resource mobilization comes from impact investments. Through partnerships with visionary businesses like Swiss Cantonal Banks and Tribe Impact Capital LLP, Education Cannot Wait is able to connect private capital with public goods as a driving force toward long-term economic growth, resilience and security. With the ability to crowd-in resources and expertise, pool funds and broker partnerships, ECW is igniting global reform to deliver on a development sector, such as education, in humanitarian crises with coordination, speed and impact.

Together with our strategic donor partners, ECW is reimagining the way we deliver life-saving education supports on the frontlines of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises. One thing is certain, by following Copernicus’ evidence-based vision – and placing children at the center of our collective efforts – we can make the seemingly impossible possible – provided that we all do our part keeping our eyes on what really matters: those left furthest behind and every child’s right to a quality education – especially when this is their very last hope. By transforming their lives through a quality education, we empower them to arise from their suffering and become creative and innovative contributors to their society and, indeed, all of humanity.

DFFPM and POSCO E&C Sign Business Agreement for ESG-focused Upcycling+ and Eco-friendly Building Material Collaboration

Technology Convergence for Sustainable Architectural Design… Advancing the Eco-friendly Design Model

SEOUL, South Korea, April 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 9, 2025, DFFPM (CEO Cho Shin-hyung), a leading architectural design firm, signed a business agreement (MOU) with POSCO E&C to collaborate on ESG-focused Upcycling+ eco-friendly building material technology, urban planning, and SOC structure design. The signing ceremony took place at POSCO E&C’s Incheon headquarters (241 Incheon Tower-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon).

CEO Cho Shin-hyung of DFFPM
CEO Cho Shin-hyung of DFFPM

This partnership aims to develop integrated solutions that achieve carbon neutrality right from the design stage, by combining DFFPM’s expertise in urban and architectural design with POSCO E&C’s innovative eco-friendly building material technologies.

Through this agreement, the two parties have committed to:

  • Applying eco-friendly Upcycling+ building materials during the design stage.
  • Designing low-carbon structures that align with Scope 3 standards.
  • Integrating building materials and urban planning into SOC infrastructure designs.
  • Promoting quarterly technology exchanges and joint R&D initiatives.

Significantly, this collaboration is expected to revolutionize DFFPM’s design processes, fostering an environment where designers consider both environmental and technical material properties from the earliest stages of a project.

DFFPM has long adhered to the philosophy that design should transcend mere aesthetics, evolving into spatial interpretations that reflect material properties and technologies. This agreement represents a practical stepping stone toward realizing DFFPM’s core design principles.

CEO Cho Shin-hyung stated, “This agreement is an opportunity to establish a new benchmark for sustainable urban and structural design through the convergence of eco-friendly building materials and spatial design.”

A POSCO E&C representative added, “We aim to jointly develop an advanced design technology system that incorporates ESG-focused Upcycling+ building materials from the early design stages, contributing to carbon neutrality efforts.”

Since its inception, DFFPM has redefined design boundaries, extending its expertise beyond architecture to include interior design, material experimentation, and spatial philosophy. Building on this agreement, DFFPM plans to introduce sustainable design models across various fields, such as public architecture, urban regeneration, and smart cities. Additionally, it intends to intensify its architectural innovations to align with the carbon-neutral era through collaborations with domestic and international partners.

US Defense Chief Shares Sensitive Information in Second Signal Chat, Local Media Says

(FILES) US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth looks on before a luncheon with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in the Cabinet Room of the White House, in Washington, DC, on April 17, 2025. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared information on forthcoming US air strikes on Yemen in a private Signal chat group that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer, the New York Times reported on April 20. AFP was not able to independently verify the Times' report, which detailed what would be the second time Hegseth has been accused of sharing sensitive military information on the commercial messaging app with unauthorized personnel. (Photo by Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP)

AFP – US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared information on forthcoming US air strikes on Yemen in a private Signal chat group that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer, the New York Times and CNN reported on 20 April.

AFP was not able to independently verify the reports, which detailed what would be the second time Hegseth has been accused of sharing sensitive military information on the commercial messaging app with unauthorized personnel.

Last month, The Atlantic magazine revealed that its editor-in-chief was inadvertently included in a Signal chat in which officials including Hegseth and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz discussed the strikes, which took place on 15 March.

The revelation sparked an uproar, with US President Donald Trump’s administration facing a scandal over the accidental leak. A Pentagon Inspector-General’s probe into that leak is ongoing.

Hegseth is facing increasing criticism from within his own camp, with three former staffers penning a statement decrying their dismissals and his own former Pentagon spokesman all but calling for him to be fired on Sunday.

The Times reported that Hegseth had shared information in the second Signal group chat on the same 15 March strikes that were discussed in the accidental leak.

The information shared “included the flight schedules for the F/A-18 Hornets targeting the Houthis in Yemen,” the newspaper reported.

The outlet said that unlike the accidental leak where journalist Jeffrey Goldberg was mistakenly included in the group, this group chat was created by Hegseth. The other chat was initiated by Waltz.

“It included his wife and about a dozen other people from his personal and professional inner circle in January, before his confirmation as defense secretary,” the Times’ reported, citing unnamed sources.

Hegseth’s wife Jennifer is a journalist and former Fox News producer. The group also included his brother Phil and Tim Parlatore, both of whom serve in roles at the Pentagon.

Parlatore also continues to serve as Hegseth’s personal lawyer, the Times reported.

Responding to the report, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell accused the New York Times of being “Trump-hating media.”

“There was no classified information in any Signal chat, no matter how many ways they try to write the story,” he said, without providing further specifics.

The Pentagon did not respond to AFP requests for specific details on what was shared in the defense secretary’s Signal group chat.

 ‘Unconscionable’

Trump largely pinned the blame for the earlier leak on Waltz, but has dismissed calls to fire top officials and insisted instead on what he called the success of the raids on the Yemeni rebels.

This week, three top Pentagon officials were put on leave pending investigations into unspecified leaks in the Defense Department.

Deputy chief of staff Darin Selnick, senior advisor Dan Caldwell and Colin Carroll hit back on Sunday, releasing a statement saying Pentagon officials had “slandered our character with baseless attacks.”

“At this time, we still have not been told what exactly we were investigated for, if there is still an active investigation, or if there was even a real investigation of ‘leaks’ to begin with,” they said in a joint statement posted on social media.

“While this experience has been unconscionable, we remain supportive of the Trump-Vance Administration’s mission to make the Pentagon great again and achieve peace through strength.”

Hours after the latest reported leak, Hegseth’s former Pentagon spokesperson John Ullyot published a scathing opinion piece describing “a month of total chaos at the Pentagon.”

“President Donald Trump has a strong record of holding his top officials to account. Given that, it’s hard to see Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remaining in his role for much longer,” wrote Ullyot.

Democrats were quick to pounce on the latest allegations, with Senate Armed Services Committee ranking member Jack Reed calling for the Pentagon Inspector-General to include the latest allegations in its probe.

“If true, this incident is another troubling example of Secretary Hegseth’s reckless disregard for the laws and protocols that every other military servicemember is required to follow,” he said in a statement.


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VinFast delivered 400 VF 3 to Indonesian dealers and customers within two months of launch


JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2025 – VinFast announces the milestone of delivering 400 VF 3 electric vehicles to Indonesian dealers and customers in just two months after its launch. This milestone not only affirms VinFast’s superior production capacity and process optimization capabilities but also demonstrates the strong appeal of the VinFast VF 3 to consumers in Indonesia and the wider region.

Just two months after its launch, VinFast has handed over 400 VF 3 electric vehicles to dealers and customers across the Indonesian market.
Just two months after its launch, VinFast has handed over 400 VF 3 electric vehicles to dealers and customers across the Indonesian market.

As the latest addition to VinFast’s diverse portfolio of all-electric vehicles in Indonesia, the VF 3 mini e-SUV is strategically positioned as a pivotal catalyst in the company’s drive towards a sustainable, green mobility transformation. Since its launch, the VF 3 has become a trend in Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia, thanks to its unique and robust design language, which not only inspires creativity but also empowers users to express their individuality and personal style with a sense of bold distinction.

To commemorate this impressive milestone, VinFast held a mass delivery event of 100 VF 3 vehicles at the Motomobi News Karnaval, which took place from April 19th to April 20th, 2025. Featuring some of the most modern and distinctive car models, the Motomobi News Karnaval garnered significant attention from the automotive community.

At the main area of the event, the original VF 3 model, alongside unique iterations crafted by customers themselves, became the focal point of attention. The presence of this “tiny titan” not only captivated a large number of visitors but also underscored its exceptional appeal, actively encouraging users to showcase their own distinct individuality.

During the event, the Motomobi News Karnaval organizers celebrated the most innovative customer-designed VF 3, igniting boundless inspiration within the automotive enthusiast community.

Customers receiving their vehicles praised the car’s distinctive design, standard features, and good performance within its price range, making it accessible to a broad segment of the population. These early adopters also benefited from a range of attractive incentives, including cash back programs and complimentary charging at VinFast charging stations operated by V-GREEN until March 1, 2028.

At this year’s Motomobi News Karnaval, Indonesian consumers could directly experience the VF 3, along with a range of engaging customer interaction programs and promotions.

Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, stated: “The fact that VF 3 vehicles are now on Indonesian roads just two months after its launch is a powerful testament to VinFast’s implementation capabilities, commitment, and determination to provide Indonesian consumers with green, intelligent, and affordable mobility solutions. The VF 3’s presence in Indonesia not only marks a significant step in VinFast’s journey to conquer the market but also inspires the creation of a sustainable future and ignites a spirit of innovation among Indonesia’s modern and dynamic youth.

The VF 3 is designed to be well-balanced, fully meeting the urban mobility needs of consumers with a range of 215 km on a single full charge. Regarding the exterior, in addition to the four standard exterior colors: black, white, red, and gray, the VinFast VF 3 also offers four premium options: yellow with a white roof, green with a white roof, blue with a white roof, and pink with a white roof. Regarding the interior, the VinFast VF 3 features a large 10-inch touchscreen entertainment display, along with a gear selector behind the steering wheel similar to those found in luxury cars, providing a convenient and impressive experience for users.

With a price of IDR 230,130,000 (On-The-Road price in Jakarta), the VF 3 comes with an attractive warranty policy of up to 7 years or 160,000 km for the vehicle (whichever comes first) and 8 years unlimited mileage for the battery. VinFast is also offering an appealing promotion for the first 1,000 customers who purchase VinFast VF 3, with the opportunity to receive a cashback of up to IDR 37,850,000 and other valuable benefits.

With a commitment to rapidly deliver high-quality vehicles at inclusive prices, complemented by exceptional after-sales policy, VinFast is actively expanding its dealership and service center network across Indonesia. Customers can explore, experience, and purchase VinFast cars at 21 authorized dealerships, and 11 partner stores operated by Amarta, which are expected to commence operations in 2025. VinFast aims to establish 500 authorized service workshops throughout Indonesia this year.

VinFast is also building a comprehensive green mobility ecosystem through collaborations with strategic partners such as the all-electric taxi company GSM and the global charging station development company V-GREEN. VinFast car owners can currently charge for free at charging stations operated by V-GREEN. The company aims to develop 30,000 VinFast charging ports in Indonesia by the end of 2025, thereby enhancing the consumer experience and driving the green transportation revolution.

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About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone.

VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses. VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through rapid expansion of its distribution and dealership network globally and increasing its manufacturing capacities with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe and Asia. Learn more at