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Vientiane Authorities Announce Regulations for Lao New Year Celebrations

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The Ministry of Public Security has released regulations for the upcoming Lao New Year, which will be celebrated from April 14 to 16. These measures aim to ensure public safety and orderly celebrations throughout Vientiane Capital.

Revenue Soars 44%, Basecare Medical (2170.HK) Advances Toward Global Intelligent Manufacturing

SUZHOU, China, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amid frequent pro-fertility policy updates, Basecare Medical, a pioneer in the assisted reproductive IVD sector with full fertility health industry chain coverage, released its stellar 2024 performance report. The company achieved annual revenue of nearly RMB 300 million, a sharp 44% year-over-year (YoY) increase, signaling the initial success of its globalized full-industry-chain strategy and positioning it to become the most innovative player in the global assisted reproduction field. As societies grapple with fertility challenges and high childcare costs, China has integrated assisted reproductive services into its national healthcare system and accelerated childcare subsidy policies. Concurrently, the U.S. White House issued an executive order to strengthen fertility healthcare, mandating commercial insurance plans to cover in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments and expanding fertility welfare policies. 

44% Revenue Growth: Building a Full-Industry-Chain Ecosystem in Reproductive Health 

Against a backdrop of heightened policy support for fertility, the assisted reproduction industry has entered a strategic growth phase. As a leader in the field, Basecare Medical has leveraged its first-mover advantages in genetic testing, embryo culture, andrology diagnostics, and cryopreservation to establish a closed-loop technological ecosystem across the entire assisted reproduction value chain, emerging as one of China’s few industrial-scale benchmark enterprises. 


Basecare’s 2024 financial results highlight accelerated growth and a maturing product pipeline. The company reported revenue of RMB 299 million (up 44% YoY), gross profit of RMB 136 million (up 49% YoY), and a 1.62 percentage point improvement in gross margin to 45.54%, driven by differentiated growth across core business segments. 

Genetic Lab Section: PGT Technology Matrix as Core Barrier

The genetic testing division generated RMB 160 million in revenue (up 6% YoY), with PGT-related growth sustaining a 15% rate and the ECS project surging 56%. The recent approval of the DA5000 high-throughput sequencer marked another milestone in China’s 14th Five-Year Plan R&D initiatives. Basecare’s self-developed PGT-A kit, holding China’s first Class III innovative medical device certification, retains its first-mover edge. The PGT-M kit has completed clinical registration, poised to fill the domestic gap in single-gene disorder testing, while the PGT-SR kit is in final clinical stages, expected to complete the “PGT-A+M+SR” product line by 2025. 

Embryo Lab: Localization Penetrates High-End Markets  

Revenue in the embryo lab segment soared 161% YoY to RMB 126 million. The flagship GERI time-lapse incubator, featuring the world’s only humidity-compatible time-lapse imaging system, saw explosive growth with China sales multiplying sixfold and 42 units installed in 2024. With domestic registration expected in H1 2025, production costs are projected to drop over 30%, complemented by breakthroughs in localized Gems embryo culture media. Basecare is targeting a RMB 1 billion end-market opportunity (Frost & Sullivan data) to deepen import substitution. 

Andrology & Cryopreservation: AI Redefines Industry Standards

The andrology and cryostorage division achieved breakthroughs via AI innovation. The BKA210 intelligent sperm analyzer, China’s first AI-powered real-time live sperm analysis system with regulatory approval, revolutionizes diagnostics with full assessment in three minutes. The BSG800 ultra-low temperature storage system, deployed at Guangdong Provincial Reproductive Hospital’s smart sperm bank, achieved zero-error sample storage. Basecare also formed an AI sperm detection multi-center research alliance with 18 top institutions, offering end-to-end solutions from male fertility testing to preservation. 

By synergizing “hardware + reagents + AI systems,” Basecare is evolving from a product supplier to a fertility health ecosystem platform. Its full-industry-chain capabilities, turbocharged by policy tailwinds and technological upgrades, reinforce its leadership in China’s localization wave. 


From “Made in China” to “Global Intelligent Manufacturing” 

Basecare’s breakthroughs extend beyond domestic dominance, positioning it as a global intelligent manufacturing exemplar through cross-border innovation.  

Global Supply Chain: APEC as Growth Engine

In 2024, Basecare’s Thailand production base commenced operations, enabling localized production of GERI incubators and Gelida 47 smart liquid nitrogen tanks to serve Southeast Asia and South America. Partnering with Singapore’s Rhea Labs, the company launched an integrated IVF clinic solution covering equipment, consumables, and training. With manufacturing hubs in Suzhou, Melbourne, and Thailand, Basecare’s cross-time-zone supply chain now serves over 1,000 medical institutions across 30 countries. Overseas revenue contributions rose to 35% in 2024, with Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific sales growing 27%, 19%, and 5% YoY, respectively. Aligning with China’s Belt and Road Initiative and Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor, Basecare is deepening global industrial integration through technology exports and localized production. 

AI-Driven Fertility: Reshaping Assisted Reproduction

The EEVA embryo assessment system, integrated into GERI incubators and backed by over 100,000 embryo datasets, became the first FDA-approved AI tool to enhance top-tier embryo selection efficiency by 40%. Leveraging data from subsidiary Genea Biomedx’s global IVF clinics, Basecare is building an AI matrix for embryo, sperm, and oocyte analysis, aiming to launch an AI-powered embryo transfer planning system. The company is advancing toward becoming the world’s first “AI + Reproductive Health” platform, pushing the boundaries of intelligent assisted reproduction. 


Outlook: Bridging the Valuation Gap

As fertility issues rise to national policy agendas, Basecare, with its full-industry-chain capabilities, stands at the forefront of China’s pro-fertility policy. However, market valuations lag its potential: as of March 28, its TTM price-to-sales ratio of 3.66x remains in the lower historical range, undervaluing its technological moat and global positioning. 

With accelerating commercialization of innovations and IVF’s inclusion in public insurance, Basecare—already operating in over 30 countries—is poised to capitalize on rising IVF adoption and redefine global industry dynamics. As a trailblazer in China’s high-end medical manufacturing, its journey from local champion to global disruptor merits close watch.


 

ATRenew Announces Grand Opening of Paijitang Flagship Store in Shenzhen

SHANGHAI, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ATRenew Inc. (“ATRenew” or the “Company”) (NYSE: RERE), a leading technology-driven platform for pre-owned consumer electronics transactions and services in China, today launched the grand opening of its Paijitang flagship store in Shenzhen. Located in Huaqiangbei, the country’s premier electronics trade hub, the store features nearly 10,000 professionally inspected smartphones, setting a new benchmark for transparency in the second-hand electronics market.

Paijitang, ATRenew’s B2B trading platform, provides standardized and efficient transaction services to over 850,000 small and medium-sized businesses across China. The launch of its offline store enhances the platform’s seamless online-to-offline integration, driving industry standardization and expansion.

“As a front-end distribution center, the Paijitang flagship store operates on a ‘warehouse-to-retail model,’ which enables buyers to browse inventory, inspect devices, and complete purchases onsite—helping businesses reduce inventory costs and minimizing logistics delays by 3 to 5 days,” said Mr. Kerry Xuefeng Chen, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of ATRenew. “By offering a compliant and efficient sourcing solution, we are committed to fostering the long-term, sustainable growth of the pre-owned electronics industry.”

About ATRenew Inc.

Headquartered in Shanghai, ATRenew Inc. operates a leading technology-driven pre-owned consumer electronics transactions and services platform in China under the brand ATRenew. Since its inception in 2011, ATRenew has been on a mission to give a second life to all idle goods, addressing the environmental impact of pre-owned consumer electronics by facilitating recycling and trade-in services, and distributing the devices to prolong their lifecycle. ATRenew’s open platform integrates C2B, B2B, and B2C capabilities to empower its online and offline services. Through its end-to-end coverage of the entire value chain and its proprietary inspection, grading, and pricing technologies, ATRenew sets the standard for China’s pre-owned consumer electronics industry. ATRenew is a participant in the United Nations Global Compact, and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business.

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Investor Relations Contact
In China:
ATRenew Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@atrenew.com

New Oriental to Report Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results on April 23, 2025

BEIJING, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — New Oriental Education and Technology Group Inc. (the “Company” or “New Oriental”) (NYSE: EDU/ 9901.SEHK), a provider of private educational services in China, today announced that it will report its financial results for the third quarter ended February 28, 2025, before the U.S. market opens on April 23, 2025. New Oriental’s management will host an earnings conference call at 8 AM on April 23, 2025, U.S. Eastern Time (8 PM on April 23, 2025, Beijing/Hong Kong Time). Participants can join the conference using the below options:

Dialling-in to the conference call:

Please register in advance of the conference, using the link provided below. Upon registering, you will be provided with participant dial-in numbers, and unique personal PIN.

Conference call registration link:
https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI231c9f564a7a444faff3195dc3db509f. It will automatically direct you to the registration page of “New Oriental FY2025 Q3 Earnings Conference Call” where you may fill in your details for RSVP.

In the 10 minutes prior to the call start time, you may use the conference access information (including dial in number(s) and personal PIN) provided in the confirmation email received at the point of registering.

Joining the conference call via a live webcast:

Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available at http://investor.neworiental.org.

Listening to the conference call replay:

A replay of the conference call may be accessed via the webcast on-demand by registering at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/vcnixrwv/ first. The replay will be available until April 23, 2026:

About New Oriental

New Oriental is a provider of private educational services in China offering a wide range of educational programs, services and products to a varied student population throughout China. New Oriental’s program, service and product offerings mainly consist of educational services and test preparation courses, private label products and livestreaming e-commerce, and overseas study consulting services. New Oriental is listed on NYSE (NYSE: EDU) and SEHK (9901.SEHK), respectively. New Oriental’s ADSs, each of which represents ten common shares, are listed and traded on the NYSE. The Hong Kong-listed shares are fully fungible with the ADSs listed on NYSE.

For more information about New Oriental, please visit http://www.neworiental.org/english/.

Contacts

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:

Ms. Sisi Zhao                                                                    Ms. Rita Fong
New Oriental Education and Technology Group Inc.        FTI Consulting                          
Tel:         +86-10-6260-5568                                             Tel:        +852 3768 4548                       
Email:     zhaosisi@xdf.cn                                                Email:    rita.fong@fticonsulting.com

Tiger Brokers Unveils Enhanced TigerGPT in Hong Kong: Integrates DeepSeek, Ushering in a New Era of Intelligent Analysis

HONG KONG, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tiger Brokers (NASDAQ: TIGR), a leading online brokerage firm, announces the comprehensive upgrade of Tiger Trade’s all-in-one AI analysis assistant, TigerGPT, now integrated with the DeepSeek-R1 model. The upgraded TigerGPT, having successfully completed the review process by Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), was officially launched for unlimited free use to users in Hong Kong on March 26, 2025.

This upgrade incorporates DeepSeek’s online chatbot capabilities, reflecting Tiger Brokers’ commitment to innovation in the AI-driven investment sector. It aims to provide Hong Kong investors with a smarter and more efficient analytical experience, enabling them to seize opportunities in the fast-evolving global market.

Enhancing user experience with DeepSeek-powered intelligent analysis

Since its launch, TigerGPT has leveraged advanced AI technology and Tiger Brokers’ extensive financial data resources to deliver efficient and precise market insights to investors. With the integration of the DeepSeek-R1 model, TigerGPT’s logical reasoning capabilities have achieved a significant breakthrough. Coupled with an expanded and optimized database, it empowers Hong Kong investors to comprehensively track market trends across Hong Kong SAR, the US, and global markets, accurately identify potential opportunities, and enhance decision-making efficiency.

The upgraded TigerGPT strengthens two core capabilities, elevating the intelligent analysis experience for Hong Kong investors:

  • Advanced logical reasoning: Leveraging DeepSeek-R1’s robust chain-of-thought reasoning, TigerGPT conducts multi-step logical analysis on trending stocks, covering aspects such as price movement interpretation and fundamental analysis to thoroughly dissect complex investment challenges. For instance, when a user inquires about stock fluctuations, TigerGPT swiftly integrates multidimensional data — market data, stock information, technical trends, market sentiment — offering clear reasoning and transparent analytical foundations. It also proactively refines keywords based on search results and retrieves additional relevant data, ensuring comprehensive and accurate outcomes to assist investors in making precise market assessments.
  • Financial data integration: TigerGPT seamlessly integrates with Tiger Brokers’ extensive financial database, accurately extracting key insights from vast amounts of financial news, product data, and investment research content. This allows investors to access comprehensive financial support on a single platform. Whether it’s real-time market dynamics or the latest in-depth research reports, users can efficiently access information through TigerGPT, significantly improving analytical efficiency and ensuring that every investment decision is built on a solid and reliable data foundation.

Tianhua Wu, Founder and CEO of Tiger Brokers, stated: “As an international financial hub, Hong Kong’s investors have always demanded sharp market insights and professional expertise. By integrating DeepSeek’s cutting-edge technology into TigerGPT, we have significantly enhanced its logical analysis and reasoning capabilities, enabling investors to more accurately interpret market trends and uncover potential opportunities. With Tiger’s unique financial data support, both novice investors and experienced professionals can gain in-depth, practical analytical insights through TigerGPT, allowing them to make making wiser decisions in complex and ever-changing markets to achieve long-term, stable investment value.”

Technology Empowers Investing, Building User Trust

The upgraded version of TigerGPT is available for free to user in Hong Kong, offering unlimited access. As an Internet brokerage platform actively leveraging large language models for US and Hong Kong stocks, Tiger Brokers remains at the forefront of AI innovation in financial services, continuously exploring AI applications in market services and optimizing the digital experience for user on the platform.

Since its launch in 2023, TigerGPT has consistently integrated world-leading AI technology and the latest financial data. In just over a year, it has attracted 112,000 users worldwide, completed over 1.17 million conversations, with weekly conversations surpassing 18,000*, establishing itself as a trusted intelligent analysis tool for many users.

Looking ahead, Tiger Brokers will continue to refine its AI analytical capabilities, with plans to introduce an AI Agent expert-level analytical assistant and explore additional AI applications in investment scenarios. The goal is to provide investors with a smarter, more personalized, and professional wealth management service experience.

Please note that the information provided by TigerGPT is for reference only and should not be treated as financial advice. Tiger Brokers shall not be liable in any way in connection with the use of TigerGPT. TigerGPT does not provide any recommendation, all information provided is from the open data source.

*Data sourced from internal company statistics

About Tiger Brokers (HK)

Tiger Brokers (HK) Global Limited (Central number: BMU940) holds type 1, 2, 4, 5 and 9 licenses of the Securities and Futures Commission. Starting from November 30, 2022, with Tiger Trade, Tiger Brokers’ flagship app, Hong Kong users can trade financial products from major markets around the world, such as Hong Kong stocks, warrants, options, US stocks, US fractional shares and ETFs, among others, providing a one-stop solution to their investment needs. In the future, we will continue to expand our trading markets and categories to better serve Hong Kong investors.

About Tiger Brokers

Tiger Brokers (Nasdaq: TIGR), founded in 2014, is a leading online brokerage group with a focus on redefining global investing with technologies for the next generation.

Since our inception, the Company has relentlessly offered a superior user experience to let everyone enjoy efficient and smart global investing, by bringing a multitude of quality financial products and services across brokerage, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) management, investment banking, wealth management, investor community, and investor education in our pursuit of becoming a world-leading online brokerage group.

We strive to elevate financial technology R&D to a new level. While we inherit the best traditions from the financial sector and blend them with the best minds of tech experts, we develop our own technology infrastructure — an aggregation that enables multi-currency trading of various products across markets, guaranteeing our reliable, secure, and scalable services are accessible to all with low latency.

Currently, we serve over 10 million users and over 2 million account holders worldwide on our flagship platform “Tiger Trade”, own 77 licenses and qualifications in different markets, and have over 1,000 employees on the team in Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, New Zealand, the US, Australia, and Mainland China. In 2019, the Company was listed on Nasdaq as UP Fintech Holding Limited under the ticker TIGR.         

Guaranteeing good food on our plates, tomorrow and forever.

Inaugurating the newly modernized International Vegetable Genebank

TAINAN CITY, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) held the inauguration ceremony of the modernized International Vegetable Genebank, marking a significant milestone for one of the world’s most important vegetable genetic resource repositories.

The renovated WorldVeg Genebank ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by Taiwan’s Minister of Agriculture, Chen Junne-jih (fourth from right), Crop Trust Executive Director Stefan Schmitz (third from left), Tainan City Mayor Huang Wei-cher (second from left), and Ambassador Hsiao Jeffrey S. Chung, Director of the MOFA Southwestern Taiwan Office (second from right), who jointly witnessed the official inauguration of the upgraded facility.
The renovated WorldVeg Genebank ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by Taiwan’s Minister of Agriculture, Chen Junne-jih (fourth from right), Crop Trust Executive Director Stefan Schmitz (third from left), Tainan City Mayor Huang Wei-cher (second from left), and Ambassador Hsiao Jeffrey S. Chung, Director of the MOFA Southwestern Taiwan Office (second from right), who jointly witnessed the official inauguration of the upgraded facility.

The event was attended by Taiwan’s Minister of Agriculture, Chen Junne-jih, the Executive Director of the Global Crop Diversity Trust (Crop Trust), Stefan Schmitz, representatives from Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, agricultural research institutions, private sector leaders, and distinguished guests from South Korea, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Eswatini. Together, they witnessed the official reopening of the upgraded genebank. The Minister of Agriculture stated, “The modernization of the International Vegetable Genebank aligns with Taiwan’s commitment to global food security and sustainable agriculture. By preserving and sharing vital vegetable genetic resources, we are empowering future generations with the tools to combat climate change, enhance nutrition, and ensure resilient food systems worldwide.,” while Crop Trust Executive Director Stefan Schmitz emphasized, “The International Vegetable Genebank plays a critical role in securing the future of vegetable diversity. With this modernization, WorldVeg is ensuring that these invaluable genetic resources remain accessible to breeders, scientists, and farmers who rely on them to build climate-resilient and productive food systems.”

The ceremony took place at WorldVeg’s newly inaugurated research building, opened in 2024. Following the ribbon cutting, guests toured the enhanced genebank facilities, gaining insights into WorldVeg’s latest advancements in crop genetic resource conservation, breeding research, and global food security initiatives.

The importance of the WorldVeg genebank and the need for modernization

Genetic diversity is essential for ensuring food and nutritional security. The World Vegetable Center’s genebank has long been dedicated to conserving vegetable genetic resources, currently holding over 55,000 seed accessions of 330 vegetable species from 155 countries. Additionally, its Africa Vegetable Genebank in Tanzania preserves 6,000 seed accessions of indigenous African vegetables, making it the largest vegetable genetic resource collection in the world.

Over the past 50 years, WorldVeg, based in Taiwan, has distributed more than 700,000 seed samples to agricultural researchers, breeders, private sector stakeholders, and farmers in over 200 countries and territories, leading to the development of hundreds of new vegetable varieties. This has significantly contributed to agricultural development, livelihoods, and nutrition worldwide.

However, urbanization, climate change, biodiversity loss, and emerging pests and diseases pose growing threats. Safeguarding and effectively utilizing vegetable genetic diversity has become more urgent than ever. The World Vegetable Center initially established its seed collection 50 years ago and gradually expanded it, culminating in the construction of a dedicated genebank in 2010 with funding from Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. However, after years of operation, aging storage facilities have compromised optimal seed preservation conditions and energy efficiency, limiting WorldVeg’s ability to fully support global sustainable agriculture and food security. Modernization was imperative.

The modernization project

To ensure that the genebank continues to serve as a crucial global resource, Taiwan’s Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) provided a grant of NTD 17 million (about USD 515,000) in 2024 to support infrastructure upgrades, including the following.

  • Upgrading temperature and humidity control systems to enhance seed longevity and ensure long-term conservation of genetic diversity.
  • Improving inventory management and seed distribution systems to increase accessibility and efficiency for researchers and breeding programs worldwide.
  • Constructing a new seed laboratory and renovating storage facilities to enhance energy efficiency and ensure the genebank’s long-term operational stability.

These enhancements will significantly improve genebank efficiency, enabling it to continue serving as a vital resource for global agriculture while further establishing itself as a key hub for international agricultural collaboration. This modernization will multiply WorldVeg’s impact on global agricultural development, food security, and climate resilience.

International collaboration and future development

Looking ahead, WorldVeg aims to further expand international partnerships to solidify its role as a global center for vegetable genetic resource conservation and research, with a focus on:

  • Genome sequencing and trait discovery, enabling the development of more climate-resilient vegetable varieties.
  • Collaboration with national seed banks to enhance regional seed conservation efforts and strengthen global food supply chains.
  • Partnerships with the private sector to promote seed industry development and accelerate the dissemination of high-quality vegetable varieties.

This modernization project is not just an infrastructure upgrade—it is a strategic investment in global food security and agricultural resilience. By enhancing conservation efforts, expanding international partnerships, and improving access to genetic resources, WorldVeg will continue ensuring that vegetable biodiversity remains a key solution in the fight against climate change and global hunger.

However, this is just the beginning. There is still much to be done. WorldVeg looks forward to working closely with global partners to further expand its impact. With Taiwan as its base, WorldVeg remains committed to advancing global agriculture, food security, and human well-being.

Appendices

About the Global Crop Diversity Trust (Crop Trust)

The Global Crop Diversity Trust (Crop Trust) is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring the long-term conservation and sustainable use of crop genetic diversity worldwide. Crop Trust supports the operation of genebanks around the world, including the World Vegetable Center and the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, commonly known as the “Doomsday Vault”. Located in the Svalbard archipelago of Norway, the vault stores backup seed collections from across the globe to safeguard food security for future generations.

Crop Trust collaborates with governments, research institutions, and genebanks to ensure that crop genetic resources remain accessible for agricultural production, biodiversity conservation, and global food security. As a strategic partner of Crop Trust, WorldVeg continues to work towards strengthening vegetable genetic resource conservation and ensuring that farmers and researchers worldwide have access to high-quality vegetable seeds, securing the future of sustainable agriculture.

About the World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg)

The World Vegetable Center is an international nonprofit institute for vegetable research and development. It mobilizes resources from the public and private sectors to realize the potential of vegetables for healthier lives and more resilient livelihoods. WorldVeg’s globally important genebanks, improved varieties, production, and postharvest methods help farmers to increase their vegetable harvest, raise incomes in poor rural and urban households, create jobs, and provide healthier, more nutritious diets for families and communities. With headquarters in Taiwan, field operations are led from regional centers in Benin, India, Mali, Tanzania, and Thailand and through offices in other countries.

For media, contact sara.chen@worldveg.org and angel.jeng@worldveg.org 

For technical information, contact maarten.vanzonneveld@worldveg.org

Where Rugged Adventure Meets Urban Sophistication: Meet the New Era of Lite Off-Road SUV – JETOUR T1

WUHU, China, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As global camping culture goes mainstream, a new breed of vehicles is emerging – ones that conquer weekend trails without compromising weekday commutes. Enter the JETOUR T1: a gateway between urban exploration and off-road adventures.

JETOUR Seizes Market Opportunities

According to the Global Camping Report by The Global Business Research Company, this market is expected to grow by over 45% by 2026. As a pioneer in this field, the JETOUR T1 quickly turned heads with its unique boxy design.

Rugged Design: Urban Style Sensation

The T1, with its rugged aesthetic design inheriting iconic elements from the JETOUR off-road series, balances rugged body lines with traditional SUV elegance.

It offers six exterior color options and three interior design choices for personalized customization. The four-leaf clover-shaped headlights and petal-style wheel hubs enhance its visual impact and highlight its refinement. The JETOUR T1’s distinctive design blends harmoniously with both urban and off-road environments, whether driving busy city streets or exploring off-road landscapes.


Tech Cabin: Interior Comfort Upgrade

The JETOUR T1 excels in interior design with a rugged dashboard that complements its robust exterior. Its 15.6-inch central touchscreen, powered by the 8155 chip, enhances the high-tech ambiance and ensures smooth operation. The use of double-layer soundproof glass and 79 advanced noise-dampening materials makes the cabin quiet and comfortable.

In terms of dimensions, the T1’s length of 4.7 meters and wheelbase of 2.8 meters provide the most spacious cabin in its class, ensuring a comfortable driving experience and making every journey enjoyable.

Urban Off-Road Trendsetter

As consumer demand for lite off-road vehicles continues to rise, the JETOUR T1 is poised to become a game-changer in the global SUV market. With its unique blend of practicality, bold design, and user-oriented features, the T1 redefines what it means to be an urban lite off-road vehicle.

 

Myanmar Military Continues Airstrikes Amidst Earthquake Destruction

Myanmar MIlitary Continues Airstrikes Amidst Earthquake Destruction
Myanmar continues its airstrike despite earthquake (photo credit: Yadanar Phyu Phyu Aung)

Myanmar’s military government has carried out airstrikes on villages despite a deadly earthquake that has claimed the lives of approximately 1,700 people. The ongoing strikes have sparked widespread concerns, with both domestic and international critics voicing their outrage on social media platforms like X and Facebook.