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VARON Encourages Oxygen Users to Enjoy Soccer Season with Confidence at Home and On the Go

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NEW YORK, June 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Soccer season brings excitement, community, and unforgettable moments for millions of fans worldwide. Whether gathering with family to watch a match at home, meeting friends at a local sports bar, or traveling to experience the atmosphere of a live game, oxygen users can still enjoy every moment with proper preparation and planning.

VARON Oxygen Concentrators is encouraging oxygen therapy users to make the most of soccer season by prioritizing comfort, mobility, and oxygen support during game-day activities. With a few simple precautions, fans can confidently participate in watch parties, road trips, and stadium events while focusing on the thrill of the match.

Planning Ahead for a Better Match-Day Experience

Attending a soccer match or spending hours away from home often requires additional preparation for oxygen users. Creating a game-day checklist can help reduce stress and ensure uninterrupted oxygen support.

Before heading out, consider:

  • Fully charging your oxygen concentrator and any backup batteries.
  • Packing extra batteries if you’ll be away from home for several hours.
  • Bringing charging accessories, including vehicle charging options when traveling by car.
  • Checking weather conditions, especially for outdoor events.
  • Carrying water and staying hydrated throughout the day.
  • Wearing comfortable clothing and supportive footwear for walking and standing.

Having a plan in place allows fans to focus on enjoying the match rather than worrying about equipment or power availability.

Tips for Watching Soccer Matches at Home

Many fans prefer watching games from the comfort of their living rooms, where they can enjoy the action with family and friends. Even at home, oxygen users can take steps to create a more comfortable viewing experience.

Some helpful tips include:

  • Position your oxygen equipment in a well-ventilated area.
  • Keep power cords organized to prevent tripping hazards.
  • Arrange comfortable seating that supports proper posture and breathing.
  • Take short stretching breaks during halftime.
  • Keep snacks, water, and medications within easy reach.

Home viewing can be an excellent way to enjoy the excitement of soccer while maintaining a relaxed and familiar environment.

Traveling to Watch a Match & Attending Live Soccer Events

Soccer season often inspires fans to travel for away games, tournaments, and family outings. Whether taking a road trip or visiting another city, or heading to a stadium to experience the energy of a live match, oxygen users should prepare in advance to ensure comfort, safety, and uninterrupted oxygen support throughout the day.

Large venues and travel days often involve more movement, longer hours away from home, and unpredictable conditions. With proper planning, fans can fully enjoy the excitement of the game while staying comfortable and supported.

Travel and Match-Day Preparation Tips

  • Confirm transportation arrangements in advance to avoid last-minute delays.
  • Bring more battery capacity than you expect to need for the full trip and match duration.
  • Keep oxygen equipment and accessories easily accessible during travel.
  • Arrive early to avoid rushing through traffic, crowds, or venue entry points.
  • Research nearby medical facilities when traveling long distances or to unfamiliar areas.
  • Review venue accessibility information before attending stadium events.
  • Check policies regarding oxygen concentrators and medical devices at the venue.
  • Choose seating areas that minimize excessive walking or stair use when possible.
  • Allow extra time for security screening and entry procedures.
  • Identify shaded or covered areas, especially for daytime or outdoor matches.
  • Listen to your body and take breaks whenever needed during the event.

Portable oxygen concentrators can help support greater flexibility and independence during both travel and live stadium experiences, making it easier to participate in memorable moments with family and fellow fans.

By planning ahead and preparing for both transportation and venue conditions, oxygen users can enjoy soccer season with greater confidence—from the journey to the final whistle.

Making Family Time the Priority

For many fans, soccer is about more than the game itself. It is an opportunity to connect with family members, celebrate favorite teams, and create lasting memories together.

Whether hosting a backyard watch party, enjoying a weekend road trip, or attending a local match, maintaining reliable oxygen support can help users remain active participants in these special moments.

Exclusive Soccer Season Savings from VARON

To help customers stay prepared throughout the season, VARON is offering special Soccer Season Savings:

  • 18% OFF sitewide
  • Up to 40% OFF selected oxygen concentrators
  • 30% OFF the VP-2 Portable Oxygen Concentrator
  • Bonus battery included with VP-2 purchases for extended outdoor use

Stay Powered Through Every Match with the VP-2 All-Day Power Bundle

For soccer fans who enjoy long match days, road trips, tailgating events, or family outings, the VP-2 All-Day Power Bundle offers dependable oxygen support with extended battery capacity.

Weighing just 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs.), the VP-2 is designed for everyday mobility. It delivers oxygen at 93% ± 3% concentration with adjustable pulse flow settings from 1 to 5, allowing users to customize oxygen delivery based on their needs. Its dual oxygen delivery system automatically switches between sensor and timed modes to help ensure a reliable oxygen supply.

The bundle includes the VP-2 Portable Oxygen Concentrator, all standard accessories (including one 8-cell standard battery), a car charging cable, an oxygen power cable, and two extra 16-cell battery.

Battery Runtime Overview:

  • Standard 8-cell Battery (6360 mAh):
    • Up to 160 minutes of runtime
  • Extra 16-cell Battery (10400 mAh):
    • Up to 320 minutes of runtime

With multiple battery options included, users can enjoy extended coverage for long soccer matches, travel days, and outdoor activities without frequent recharging interruptions.

Compact, lightweight, and easy to carry, the VP-2 helps users stay focused on the excitement of the game—not on finding the next power source.

Enjoy Every Goal, Every Trip, and Every Moment

From neighborhood watch parties to stadium celebrations, soccer season offers countless opportunities to connect with others and enjoy life’s exciting moments. By planning ahead, staying prepared, and using dependable oxygen support, users can confidently participate in the activities they love.

This season, VARON encourages oxygen users to focus less on limitations and more on the experiences that matter most—cheering for their favorite teams, sharing time with loved ones, and making every match day memorable.

About VARON

VARON is dedicated to providing reliable oxygen therapy solutions designed to support mobility, independence, and quality of life. Its range of portable and home oxygen concentrators combines advanced technology with user-friendly design, helping customers maintain active lifestyles at home and on the go.

For more information on VARON full product lineup, customers are encouraged to visit the official VARON website.

Media Contact:
VARON Oxygen Concentrator
Email: support@varoninc.com 
Website: https://varoninc.com/

Kingworld Medicines Group (01110.HK) Signs MOU to Pursue Exclusive Distribution Rights for Two Lingnan Formula Products

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Targeting Full-Channel Sales Coverage in Hong Kong, Mainland China and Cross-border E-commerce

HONG KONG, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kingworld Medicines Group Limited (“Kingworld Medicines” or the “Group”, Stock Code: 01110.HK) announced that Morning Gold Medicine Company Limited (“Morning Gold”), a connected person of the Group, has entered into a memoranda of understanding (the “R&D MOUs”) with Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (“Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital”) in relation to the research and development (“R&D”) cooperation of the products “Zizhu Leaf Cleansing Solution” and “Modified Gastrodia Brain-Health Formula” (collectively, the “Products”). The parties intend to collaborate closely on the R&D of the Products, including clinical research, regulatory registration and commercialisation. At the same time, Morning Gold has also entered into separate memoranda of understanding (the “Distribution MOUs”) with the Group, pursuant to which Morning Gold intends to appoint the Group as the sole and exclusive distributor of the Products, covering Hong Kong, Mainland China and cross-border e-commerce channels.

“Zizhu Leaf Cleansing Solution” is a Lingnan formula that has been used within Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital and in respect of which clinical observation data and application experience have been accumulated over time. The product has been applied in cases involving skin burns, diabetic foot ulcers and pressure sores. “Modified Gastrodia Brain-Health Formula” was developed with reference to Gastrodia Brain-Health Granules, which are currently used within Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital for symptoms associated with upward disturbance of wind-phlegm, including dizziness, headache, memory impairment and insomnia.

As a connected party and important customer of the Group, Morning Gold has preliminarily agreed commercial cooperation terms with Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital. In the initial phase, each Product is expected to be registered in Hong Kong as an HKC category proprietary Chinese medicine by a subsidiary of Morning Gold. Upon obtaining approval, Morning Gold will organise production and, together with Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital, commence commercialisation. The Distribution MOUs entered into simultaneously between Morning Gold and the Group indicate that Morning Gold intends to appoint the Group as the sole and exclusive distributor of the two Products across all channels, including retail, hospital and online platforms. Morning Gold has agreed that, during the term of the Distribution MOUs and the definitive agreements, it will not appoint any third-party distributors for the distribution of the Products within the agreed scope. The Group will be responsible for overall marketing, distribution network development and sales of the Products, while Morning Gold will ensure compliant production, stable supply and provision of necessary product documentation and support. Distribution is expected to commence first in Hong Kong and cross-border channels, followed by expansion into Mainland China upon obtaining the national drug registration approval.

Mr. Zhao Lisheng, Chairman of Kingworld Medicines, said: “This collaboration marks a significant breakthrough in the Group’s strategic positioning within the healthcare sector—from our traditional role as a sole agent and distributor to proactively sourcing high-quality products at their origin. The Products are developed from years of clinical practice at Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital, with proven efficacy and well-established applications, providing a solid foundation for market adoption.

The Group has been granted exclusive distribution rights for the Products across Hong Kong, Mainland China, and cross-border e-commerce channels. This not only directly enriches our healthcare product portfolio but also creates strong synergies with our existing distribution network and channel resources, fully leveraging the channel capabilities and market influence we have built over three decades in the healthcare industry.”

Mr. Zhao added, “Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital has a number of national key specialties and high-level medical centers, as well as professional research platforms. It has long been dedicated to the R&D, and clinical translation, of in-hospital specialty Chinese medicine preparations. Morning Gold has wholly owned proprietary Chinese medicine manufacturing enterprises in both Shenzhen and Hong Kong that comply with GMP standards, and focuses on the research, development and production of high-quality proprietary Chinese medicines. Leveraging this collaboration as a model, we will continue to extend upstream to source high-quality products with strong clinical validation, introducing more effective and widely recognized healthcare products. At the same time, we will accelerate the development of our omni-channel commercialization strategy to drive sustainable business growth for the Group.”

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About Kingworld Medicines Group (Stock Code: 01110.HK)

Kingworld Medicines Group (Stock Code: 01110.HK) has been committed to building a comprehensive upstream and downstream supply chain system for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry for over 30 years, with its business footprint currently covering 34 provinces and municipalities across China, and has built a full-channel integrated healthcare service system. Through Shenzhen Kingworld Medicines, the Group is principally engaged in the agency distribution of branded imported pharmaceutical and healthcare products in China, representing a wide range of renowned healthcare brands, including Nin Jiom Pei Pa Koa, Seirogan and Kingworld Imada Red Flower Oil. The Group has established a leading position in the industry as a branded pharmaceutical and healthcare products distributor. For more information, please visit https://www.kingworld.com.cn/.

About Morning Gold Medicine Company Limited

Morning Gold Medicine Company Limited was incorporated in Hong Kong in 1999. The company wholly owns proprietary Chinese medicine manufacturing enterprises in both Shenzhen and Hong Kong that comply with GMP standards, and focuses on the research, development and production of high-quality proprietary Chinese medicines.

About Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine

Founded in 1965, Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital is a Grade 3A modern Chinese medicine hospital integrating medical services, teaching, research, rehabilitation, and preventive healthcare. In terms of disciplines and research, the hospital has established two national key specialties, four national advantageous specialties in Chinese medicine, and a number of provincial and municipal key specialties. It has also successfully developed a number of high-level clinical medical centers, including the China Chest Pain Center, the National Advanced Stroke Center, and the Guangdong Provincial Grade III Trauma Center. Dongguan City Chinese Medicine Hospital also actively leverages university-government co-development resources to advance the development of a high-level research-oriented hospital. It has established the Dongguan Traditional Chinese Medicine Center, the Dongguan Orthopedics and Traumatology Research Center, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Chinese Medicine Engineering Technology Research Institute. Its project “Construction of a 5G-based Regional Chinese Medicine Service System” was selected as a national pilot project for 5G + medical and healthcare applications, and its Orthopedics and Traumatology Research Center has been included in the national key hospital project for distinctive Chinese medicine specialties.

 

Vientiane Police Arrest 82 Suspects Linked to Social Media Scam Network

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Phoudasack Vongsay
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A picture of suspects arrested in Sikhottabong district. (Photo by Lao Security News)

On 12 June, police in Vientiane dismantled two suspected scam operations in Sikhottabong district, arresting 82 individuals during two coordinated raids on two rental properties in Nonkeo village

The raid was part of an investigation into alleged telecommunications and online fraud activities.

On the first raid, police arrested six suspects, including three Chinese nationals and three Lao nationals. Police said they seized desktop computer sets and mobile phones. On the second raid, authorities arrested 76 suspects, including 75 Chinese nationals and one Lao national.

According to state media, several suspects admitted during initial questioning from police that the group operated various online fraud schemes targeting victims through social media platforms and messaging applications.

According to information published by police on the Lao Security News Facebook page, one method involved creating fake social media profiles using photographs of middle-aged men to build trust with potential victims, mainly Chinese women, through online platforms and messaging applications.

After gaining the victims’ trust through online interactions, victims were allegedly persuaded to purchase USDT (Tether), a cryptocurrency stablecoin whose value is designed to remain pegged to the US dollar and is commonly used for digital payments and transfers. The transfer funds ranging from USD 100 to USD 10,000, once the money was transferred, contact with the victims was reportedly cut off.

State media also reported that another method involved adding victims on Facebook before moving conversations to messaging platforms such as LINE and WhatsApp. Victims were then directed to third-party applications and persuaded to transfer money or share personal information.

Authorities said the suspects and seized equipment remain in police custody while investigations continue. Officers are working to identify additional individuals connected to the operations and determine the full extent of the alleged fraud network.

The operation follows another scam-related crackdown in Sikhottabong district on 26 May, when authorities arrested 19 suspects linked to fake scratch lottery sales and fraudulent online shopping schemes targeting victims through social media and online platforms. 

In a separate operation on 11 June, police in Bokeo Province dismantled another suspected scam network and arrested 142 Chinese nationals in Ton Pheung district, according to provincial authorities.

AI reshapes global labour market into two distinct paths, rewarding human skills: PwC 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer

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  • AI is creating a ‘two-track’ labour market: ‘professionalised’ roles (in which AI acts like a force multiplier for experts, requiring more human-intensive skills) see greater growth across headcount and wages than ‘democratised’ roles (in which AI makes the role itself easier for non-experts to perform)
  • Companies most able to use AI are seeing faster headcount growth than the least AI-exposed companies (52% vs 36%) and higher wage growth (24% vs 17%)
  • “Super-star companies” most exposed to AI achieved labour productivity gains of 163%, significantly outpacing other businesses
  • Jobs requiring specific AI skills are growing almost eight times (69%) faster than the total jobs market (9%), with the average wage premium for AI skills rising to 62%
  • Entry-level outlook diverges: Analysis of US data shows AI-exposed entry-level roles are seven times more likely to require traditionally senior-level skills such as judgement and leadership. These roles grew 35% since 2019, while other entry-level roles declined by 10%

LONDON, 15 June 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AI is rapidly reshaping the skills employers want most from workers – increasing the emphasis on human skills such as judgement, creativity and leadership – as companies most able to use AI continue to expand hiring faster than their peers, according to PwC’s 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer, released today. 

The Barometer, which analysed more than one billion job ads across six continents, also finds that AI is driving a ‘two-track’ global labour market in which ‘professionalised’ roles – in which AI automates routine tasks so human judgement and expertise are emphasized – are growing faster than roles ‘democratised’ by AI – in which AI makes the role itself easier for non-experts to perform.

‘Professionalised’ roles (such as radiologists or recruiters) are seeing twice the growth in available jobs and 42% faster salary growth than those categorised as ‘democratised’ (such as IT service managers or medical secretaries).

At the entry level, AI appears to be increasing demand for more ‘senior’ skills from junior workers. Based on 2.4 million entry-level jobs analysed in the US, entry-level roles most exposed to AI are now seven times more likely to require traditionally senior-level ‘human-intensive’ skills like leadership, creativity or face-to-face interactions.

Job openings for these ‘seniorised’ entry-level roles have grown 35% since 2019, while other entry-level roles shrank 10%.

Joe Atkinson, Global Chief AI Officer, PwC, said:

“Across the global economy, we’re beginning to see a new divide emerge between different models for talent and value creation. The companies seeing the greatest returns on AI are using it to amplify human expertise, accelerate innovation and create entirely new sources of value. As a result, they are pulling further ahead on productivity and growth than companies that focus primarily on automation.”

AI is driving a productivity boom – and “super-star” companies most able to use AI are pulling ahead significantly

The report finds widening divergence between companies most and least exposed to AI. Companies operating in the most AI-exposed sectors recorded 34% productivity growth in 2025 relative to 2018, compared to 24% for the companies least able to use AI.

Within this group, a pronounced “super-star” effect is emerging. The top 20% of the most AI-exposed companies achieved average labour productivity growth of 163% relative to 2018 – nearly five times higher than the most AI-exposed companies overall.

Perhaps most surprisingly, headcount growth at the most AI-exposed companies is outpacing growth at the least AI-exposed companies – 52% relative to 36% in 2025, based on 2018 baseline levels.

Average wage premium for AI skills hits 62% as AI job postings eclipse broader labour market growth

As companies continue to boost productivity with AI, the average wage premium for workers with AI skills continued to surge higher – hitting 62%, up from 57% last year.

The wage premium varies by industry: as high as 118% in some sectors, such as consumer markets, and 16% in government and public sector work.

Jobs requiring specific AI skills – such as prompt engineering or machine learning – have also soared, growing roughly eight times (69%) as fast as the overall jobs market, at 9%. The number of AI jobs is almost twice as high as 2024, with growth in AI jobs outpacing all jobs since 2015. 

Sectors including technology, media and telecommunications (11%) and professional services (6%) sectors saw the highest share in AI job growth – with health at the lowest end (less than 1%)

Pete Brown, Global Workforce Leader, PwC, said:

“The traditional relationship between experience and expertise is changing. AI is removing some of the routine work that once acted as an apprenticeship, while increasing demand for judgement, leadership and adaptability much earlier in careers. Organisations need to rethink how they develop talent if they want people to thrive in this new environment.”

Notes to Editors

About PwC 2026 Global AI Jobs Barometer 

PwC’s 2026 AI Jobs Barometer analysed more than one billion jobs advertisements in 27 countries and territories. The Barometer combines large-scale labour market, company financial and occupational task data to understand how AI is reshaping jobs, skills, wages and productivity across the global economy. Additionally, this year’s Barometer includes targeted analysis of entry-level roles, including how the skill requirements of early-career jobs are changing in highly AI-exposed occupations. You can read the full report and learn more about the methodology and key takeaways at www.pwc.com.

About PwC 

At PwC, we help clients build trust and reinvent so they can turn complexity into competitive advantage. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 364,000 people in 136 countries and 137 territories. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting, we help clients build, accelerate, and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com.

We Mean Business Coalition: New polling shows overwhelming global business support for clean electrification amid fossil fuel volatility

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LONDON, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A landmark global survey of business executives across 18 countries shows overwhelming support for a rapid transition to electrified economies run predominantly on renewables-based electricity.

The findings suggest geopolitical instability is accelerating an existing business shift toward clean electrification, but that power systems, grids and policy frameworks are not keeping pace.

As geopolitical tensions continue in the Middle East, and G7 leaders gather in Evian amid growing concern over economic resilience and global vulnerabilities, 91% of business leaders say electrification would improve energy security, and 79% say instability has made their own business shift to electrification more urgent.

Collected during late April as the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, the data indicates business executives across all polled countries support a rapid move away from fossil fuel systems, with 90% expecting their operations to be electrified by 2035.

The polling comes after an International Energy Agency (IEA) report found repeated energy shocks are reshaping government and company investment priorities, while the Turkish and Australian COP31 hosts and the International Renewables Agency (IRENA) have called for a stronger global push to run vehicles, industry and buildings on electricity rather than fossil fuels.

The data shows that 90% of business leaders surveyed say transitioning to a renewables-based electricity system in their country is likely to boost economic growth and 88% say electrifying their operations will make their business more competitive.

However, 72% of those surveyed say government policies are lagging behind.

Powering Up: Business Perspectives on Electrification warns that countries failing to electrify risk losing out to more electrified economies, with 62% saying they would consider moving operations if their government did not offer sufficient support to electrify.

The polling, conducted across key economies and emerging markets, was commissioned by E3G, We Mean Business Coalition and the Global Renewables Alliance, and underscores growing business demand for clean electrification as a strategy for energy security, competitiveness and economic growth, as well as tackling climate change.

Business leaders of medium-sized and large organisations were surveyed in Australia, Brazil, China, Colombia, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kenya, Nigeria, Philippines, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, United Kingdom and United States.

Find the full press release and report here.

DTI visited Yude Solar-GoodWe, exploring distributed solar investments in the Philippines

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SUZHOU, China, June 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque met with Mr. Mr. Yudong Bao, CEO, YUDE SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD, to discuss the company’s interest to participate in the Renewable Sector in the Philippines particularly in distributed photovoltaic (PV) development for residential and commercial & industrial (C&I) applications. The meeting was held on May 20 in Suzhou, China and organized by the Philippine Trade and Investment Center-Shanghai led by Vice Consul Commercial Jose Ma. S. Dinsay.


Yude Solar has recently completed its company registration in the Philippines and in the process of Structuring partnerships with experienced local companies in the solar industry. The company plans to collaborate with local EPC firms, financial institutions, and industry partners to establish a comprehensive distributed solar ecosystem in the country.

YUDE SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. a subsidiary of a Shanghai Stock Exchange-listed smart energy technology company GoodWe Corporation, was established in May 2021 and has rapidly emerged as one of China’s leading rooftop solar developers. Headquartered in China and backed by GoodWe’s global smart energy ecosystem, Yude specializes in distributed photovoltaic (PV) solutions for both residential and commercial & industrial (C&I) applications. Since its establishment, the company has developed and commissioned more than 3 GW of rooftop solar projects across China, positioning itself among the country’s top five rooftop solar developers.

Originally focused on residential solar systems, Yude Solar has installed and commissioned more than 90,000 residential systems nationwide and currently operates in over 20 provinces across China. The company has been recognized as one of China’s most influential household solar brands for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2025 and has obtained the CQC Household Photovoltaic System 2A Certification.

Leveraging the technological and manufacturing strengths of GoodWe, Yude Solar provides integrated smart energy solutions covering solar generation, energy storage, intelligent load management, and grid integration. Its C&I business focuses on Smart Energy Integration solutions combining “Load + Grid + Generation + Storage,” enabling businesses to optimize energy efficiency, reduce electricity costs, and improve energy resilience.

Yude is currently expanding beyond traditional rooftop solar into a broader clean energy portfolio, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Green Energy Certificates (GEC), and other renewable energy initiatives aligned with China’s carbon neutrality objectives and the global energy transition.

Yude Solar made a commitment to work with Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque, her team and other relevant government officials, to become a transformative force in the Philippines energy landscape by delivering affordable, reliable, and clean solar power solutions to homes and businesses across the country. Yude Solar can help empower Filipino families and enterprises through smart solar and battery storage systems that reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and lower monthly electricity bills. By combining advanced technology, flexible financing with zero upfront investment models, and strong local partnerships, Yude Solar can accelerate the Philippines’ transition toward energy independence, sustainability, and long-term economic resilience—bringing not only power to communities, but also hope, opportunity, and a cleaner future for generations to come.

 

Vietnam Rolls Out Digital Pre-Arrival System

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Thongsavanh Souvannasane
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Vietnam has launched the Pre-Arrival Information (PAI) system, replacing the paper arrival card that travelers previously filled out at the border with an online declaration submitted within 72 hours before arrival.

The system collects passport details, flight information, purpose of visit, and accommodation details, transmitting them to immigration electronically in advance. Upon validation, travelers receive a QR code that officers scan at the airport.

The card went live first at Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City on 15 April. Vietnam’s busiest gateway, Tan Son Nhat handles over 25 million passengers annually and has become known for lengthy immigration queues, some travelers report lines of 500 people or more during evening peaks, with waits stretching one to two hours. 

The system then expanded to Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi and Phu Quoc International Airport in June.

All foreign nationals entering Vietnam must submit the card, including those on visa exemptions and overseas Vietnamese holding foreign passports with a valid Vietnamese visa. Vietnamese citizens on Vietnamese passports and transit passengers who do not clear immigration are exempt.

As of June 2026, the requirement applies only to those three airports.

Travelers crossing land and sea borders must still complete a physical Entry/Exit form. The official portal already includes fields for air, land, and sea travel, suggesting a broader rollout is in preparation, though authorities have not announced a timeline. 

Vietnam’s ASEAN neighbors have taken varied approaches. 

Laos operates its own digital arrival card system. 

Thailand requires the TDAC (Thailand Digital Arrival Card) for most foreign visitors. 

Indonesia launched its Digital Immigration System in October 2025.

Ebola Response

Starting 1 July, Vietnam is also set to require all travelers entering, exiting, or transiting the country to submit a health declaration form, online up to seven days before travel or physically at the border, and undergo mandatory temperature screening at every checkpoint in response to the global Ebola threat.

A Robot Sat in the Driver’s Seat: THINKCAR and MUCAR Brought AI Diagnostics to 200+ KOLs at the AliExpress Brand+ Summer Party in London

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LONDON, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – At the AliExpress Brand+ Summer Party on Poland Street, a Unitree robot sat in the driver’s seat of a BYD ATTO 2 DM-i as a THINKCAR scanner ran a live vehicle scan beside it, while a second robot held a diagnostic tablet toward the crowd. Over 200 KOLs, car owners, and DIY enthusiasts watched AI-powered diagnostics in action.

The activation spanned two levels. Upstairs, THINKCAR demonstrated its professional lineup on the BYD — fault code parsing, AI-generated reports, and maintenance recommendations in under two minutes, with the robot visually connecting robotics, AI, and real-time diagnostics. Downstairs, MUCAR styled a basement alongside a classic BMW as a DIY garage, where enthusiasts explored accessible tools — highlighted by a live giveaway of MUCAR BT200 OBD scanners, with the team guiding winners through setup and fault diagnosis on the spot.

Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/wi6hXlqkF4A?feature=share

Predict the Champion, Win the Tool

The same AI diagnostic technology anchors the brands’ “Predict the Champion” giveaway. Visit mythinkcar.com/pages/predict-2026-champion to enter and view full rules. Prizes include THINKCAR and MUCAR diagnostic scanners. Closes June 30; winners announced during World Cup final week.

Why This Matters Now

Modern cars run on dozens of ECUs and thousands of data points per second. Traditional diagnostics waits for something to break; AI-assisted diagnostics reads data before the warning light turns on. The AI-powered diagnostics segment is among the fastest-growing in the automotive aftermarket, driven by wider EV adoption and software-defined vehicles — and tools once confined to dealer workshops are now portable and accessible to independent technicians, DIY drivers, and enthusiasts alike.

What’s Next

The London activation is one chapter of a broader campaign built around prediction, preparation, and the idea that every vehicle deserves a championship team. Upcoming phases include a real-vehicle AI diagnostics challenge and World Cup final fan engagement. The campaign runs through July.

Hashtag: #THINKCAR

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

About THINKCAR

THINKCAR is a global automotive technology company focused on professional diagnostics, intelligent repair solutions, ADAS calibration, and TPMS systems. Serving 215+ countries.

www.thinkcar.com | www.mythinkcar.com

About MUCAR
MUCAR provides smart, accessible vehicle diagnostic solutions combining user-friendly design with AI-powered technology.

www.mucarus.com

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