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CPA Australia Spotlights Professional Services as Key to Help Chinese Companies’ Global Expansion at CIFTIS

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BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Marking its third consecutive appearance at the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS), CPA Australia co-hosted a high-profile forum on international trade with the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) and the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) at Beijing’s Shougang Park.

CPA Australia and UIBE's Business School MoU Signing
CPA Australia and UIBE’s Business School MoU Signing

Under the theme “Borderless Trade in Services, Connecting the Global Markets: Professional Services Empowering Chinese Enterprises’ Going Global”, the forum brought together business leaders, professional services representatives and industry experts for discussion.

The forum deepened and expanded the collaboration launched at CIFTIS 2025 between CPA Australia and ten leading accounting firms to support Chinese enterprises in their global expansion and talent development. It examined the changing landscape and emerging needs of businesses expanding overseas, while drawing on the collective expertise of the professional services sector to help Chinese enterprises pursue high-quality global expansion and sustainable growth.

Dr Josh Heniro FCPA (Aust.), Head of International Growth, Global Member Experience at CPA Australia, said in his opening address: “Chinese enterprises have entered a new stage of global expansion, where success is no longer measured only by profits, but also by their ability to build and sustain long-term trust in international markets. Professional services are key to building this trust in areas such as cross-border compliance, tax governance and sustainability disclosure. This reflects the growing role of trade in services in global value chains.”

“As Chinese companies continue to expand globally, demand is rising for professional capabilities in international standards and global operations.

“As a leading professional accounting body, CPA Australia is committed to developing accounting and finance professionals with a global outlook, strong technical expertise and business acumen. Through our global network and professional resources, we also support businesses to strengthen governance and enhance their international competitiveness.

“CPA Australia hopes this forum will bring together cross-sector expertise and explore new ways for professional services to support businesses in their global growth.”

CPA Australia and UIBE’s Business School signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the forum, marking a new step in strengthening collaboration in education and professional development.

The partnership will focus on brand building, local engagement, teaching and research collaboration, and ecosystem development. Both parties will promote the exchange of global industry expertise through regular engagement and resource sharing.

The collaboration aims to build an ecosystem that supports the development of future-ready accounting and finance talent with strong professional expertise and a global outlook. It will also strengthen local capabilities to support the high-level opening-up of trade in services.

The roundtable was moderated by Professor Hongtao Zheng CPA (Aust.), doctoral supervisor and director of the Centre for Sustainability and Accounting Research at the Beijing National Accounting Institute (BNAI). Representatives from leading accounting firms, including EY China, KPMG China, BDO, Deloitte China, Baker Tilly and Grant Thornton, shared insights on the theme “Industry consensus, practical challenges and recommendations for sustainability disclosure and assurance”.

The discussion built on a roundtable hosted by CPA Australia in July on the same topic. Drawing on that meeting, the Consensus Initiative on Sustainability Disclosure and Assurance highlighted that the focus on sustainability disclosure and assurance is shifting from institutional development to capability building.

Stronger requirements alone will not improve information quality. Businesses also need robust corporate governance, data infrastructure, internal controls and professional capabilities. Reliable, accurate and complete information is essential to credible sustainability disclosures.

"Industry consensus, practical challenges and recommendations for sustainability disclosure and assurance" Roundtable
“Industry consensus, practical challenges and recommendations for sustainability disclosure and assurance” Roundtable

With 140 years of professional excellence, CPA Australia places people and professional expertise at the centre of its work and is committed to cultivating business leaders with global vision and professional insight.

Looking ahead, CPA Australia will continue to strengthen the capabilities of accounting and finance professionals by leveraging its global network, connecting the profession and deepening collaboration between the profession and academia. Through these efforts, CPA Australia will support the high-level opening-up of trade in services and help Chinese companies pursue sustainable global growth.

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About CPA Australia

CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest professional accounting bodies. Founded in 1886, it has grown to over 176,000 members across more than 100 countries and regions, with more than 24,000 members in Greater China. CPA Australia is committed to upholding the highest standards in the accounting profession and serving the public interest. In China, CPA Australia has long maintained close and productive partnerships with government agencies, enterprises and professional accounting bodies, and is widely recognised for its contributions. It is dedicated to cultivating business leaders with a global perspective. Visit corporate website for more information .

CPA Australia Participates in China (Shenzhen) – Australia Economic and Trade Exchange Conference

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Accounting body supports mutually beneficial China-Australia development


SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – As an important prelude to a series of economic and trade exchanges associated with Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2026, CPA Australia participated in the China (Shenzhen) – Australia Economic and Trade Exchange Conference G’Day GBA held in Qianhai, Shenzhen.

CPA Australia and the Qianhai International Cooperation Center formalised their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC).
CPA Australia and the Qianhai International Cooperation Center formalised their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC).

The event was jointly organised by the Qianhai Authority, the Australian Consulate-General in Guangzhou and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade), with CPA Australia serving as a supporting organisation.

Strengthening Engagement in the Greater Bay Area and Promoting International Talent Exchange through Qianhai

“Openness, Innovation and Collaboration” have been identified as three priorities for APEC 2026 in China and represent key drivers of economic development across the Asia-Pacific region.

G’Day GBA provides a timely platform for deepening China-Australia economic cooperation while strengthening the GBA’s connections with global professional networks.

During the opening ceremony, witnessed by Ms Maree Ringland, Consul-General of Australia in Guangzhou, and Mr Dominic Trindade, General Manager of Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan / Minister (Commercial), Australian Trade and Investment Commission / Australian Embassy Commercial Section, CPA Australia and the Qianhai International Cooperation Center formalised their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC).

The partnership will focus on enhancing the accounting and finance profession, supporting digital transformation, and promoting alignment with international standards. It will also support Qianhai’s development as a hub for professional services in the GBA.

CPA Australia’s President and Chairman of the Board, Professor Dale Pinto FCPA (Aust.) said: “Qianhai is playing an increasingly important role in strengthening international business connections and supporting innovation across the Greater Bay Area. Through our cooperation with the Qianhai International Cooperation Centre, CPA Australia looks forward to advancing the profession, promoting knowledge sharing and talent exchange, and fostering closer ties between Australia and China.”

Supporting Chinese Enterprises Going Global and Expanding Opportunities for Economic and Trade Cooperation

At the Invest in Australia Seminar, Professor Pinto delivered a keynote address on the international expansion trends of Chinese enterprises and emerging opportunities for China-Australia cooperation.

He highlighted the strong foundations of the Australia-China economic relationship and the growing opportunities in services, the digital economy and knowledge-based industries.

Professor Pinto referenced findings from CPA Australia’s joint research Chinese Enterprises Going Global: Navigating the Next Phase of Global Growth, which showed that 70 per cent of surveyed Chinese businesses have already expanded overseas, with 28 per cent generating more than 20 per cent of their revenue from international markets. Looking ahead, 67 per cent are planning to enter new markets or deepen their presence in existing overseas markets over the next one to three years.

He emphasised the important role the accounting profession plays in facilitating international trade and investment, particularly in helping businesses navigate increasingly complex cross-border tax, regulatory and compliance requirements. As Chinese enterprises accelerate their globalisation efforts, demand for high-quality accounting, taxation, compliance and advisory services continues to grow.

Professor Pinto also highlighted the opportunities that emerging technologies present for collaboration between small businesses in the two countries.

“CPA Australia’s Asia-Pacific Small Business Survey shows that small businesses in the Chinese mainland lead many surveyed markets in digital transformation, e-commerce adoption and the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Australia is home to more than 2.7 million small businesses, yet their level of digital adoption remains behind other markets. Greater collaboration between businesses in Australia and China can help improve the productivity and competitiveness of Australian small businesses.”

Building Bridges for Sustainable Bilateral Cooperation

During the event, Professor Pinto also joined H E Mr Scott Dewar, Australian Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, and other representatives at the opening ceremony of the G’Day GBA Australian Marketplace, engaging with businesses and members of the public to further promote people-to-people, cultural and economic exchanges between Australia and China.

Open cooperation has long been a defining feature of the Australia-China economic and trade relationship.

Professor Pinto said: “CPA Australia is committed to embracing the opportunities presented by APEC 2026 in China. Through ‘openness’, we can deepen connectivity; through ‘innovation’, we can drive industry advancement; and through ‘collaboration’, we can achieve mutual success.

As one of the world’s leading professional accounting bodies, CPA Australia remains committed to supporting Australia-China economic engagement through professional excellence.”

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About CPA Australia

CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest professional accounting bodies. Founded in 1886, it has grown to over 176,000 members across more than 100 countries and regions, with more than 24,000 members in Greater China. CPA Australia is committed to upholding the highest standards in the accounting profession and serving the public interest. In China, CPA Australia has long maintained close and productive partnerships with government agencies, enterprises and professional accounting bodies, and is widely recognised for its contributions. It is dedicated to cultivating business leaders with a global perspective. Visit corporate website for more information .

Hang Lung Properties Inaugurates Amoy Footbridge, Strengthening Connectivity and Community Ties in Kowloon Bay

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Reinforcing 50 Years of Commitment to District Transformation


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK Stock Code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) held an opening ceremony today to celebrate the launch of the Amoy Footbridge, a landmark community infrastructure project supporting the continued development of Kowloon Bay. Fully funded, constructed and operated by Hang Lung, the footbridge provides a seamless, covered and barrier-free pedestrian link with round-the-clock access between Amoy Plaza, the East Kowloon Cultural Centre and Kowloon Bay MTR Station, significantly enhancing pedestrian accessibility, convenience, and integration within the Kowloon Bay district.

The inauguration ceremony for the Amoy Footbridge was officiated by the Honourable Mr. C.Y. Leung, GBM, GBS, JP, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (left), and Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung Properties (right).
The inauguration ceremony for the Amoy Footbridge was officiated by the Honourable Mr. C.Y. Leung, GBM, GBS, JP, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (left), and Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung Properties (right).
The Honourable Mr. C.Y. Leung, GBM, GBS, JP, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (second left), Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair (center); Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer (second right); Mr. Leo Tsoi, Chief Executive Officer Designate (first left); and Mr. Kenneth Chiu, Chief Financial Officer (first right), all of Hang Lung, attended the inauguration ceremony of the Amoy Footbridge.
The Honourable Mr. C.Y. Leung, GBM, GBS, JP, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (second left), Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair (center); Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer (second right); Mr. Leo Tsoi, Chief Executive Officer Designate (first left); and Mr. Kenneth Chiu, Chief Financial Officer (first right), all of Hang Lung, attended the inauguration ceremony of the Amoy Footbridge.
Officiating guests, together with representatives from Kwun Tong District Office, Development Bureau Works Branch, Leisure and Cultural Services Department Cultural Services Branch, District Council members, MTR Corporation Limited and Amoy Gardens Owners Committees, toured the Amoy Footbridge.
Officiating guests, together with representatives from Kwun Tong District Office, Development Bureau Works Branch, Leisure and Cultural Services Department Cultural Services Branch, District Council members, MTR Corporation Limited and Amoy Gardens Owners Committees, toured the Amoy Footbridge.

The opening ceremony was officiated by the Honourable Mr. C.Y. Leung, GBM, GBS, JP, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, and Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung. They were joined by Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer; Mr. Leo Tsoi, Chief Executive Officer Designate; and Mr. Kenneth Chiu, Chief Financial Officer, all of Hang Lung.

Hang Lung’s relationship with Kowloon Bay dates back to 1976, when it jointly developed Telford Gardens with the Mass Transit Railway (“MTR”) Corporation and Hopewell Holdings. Completed in 1980, Telford Gardens was Hong Kong’s first MTR-integrated residential development, built at a time when Kowloon Bay was still largely an industrial district. Amoy Gardens and Amoy Plaza followed in 1981, contributing to the area’s gradual transformation into a vibrant residential and commercial neighborhood. In 2024, THE APERTURE was completed as the Company’s newest addition to the precinct.

Completed in 1981, Amoy Gardens and Amoy Plaza were among the earliest major residential and commercial developments in Kowloon Bay.
Completed in 1981, Amoy Gardens and Amoy Plaza were among the earliest major residential and commercial developments in Kowloon Bay.
Amoy Gardens and Amoy Plaza are established mixed-use developments integrating residential and retail components, exemplifying Hang Lung's early focus on integrated development planning.
Amoy Gardens and Amoy Plaza are established mixed-use developments integrating residential and retail components, exemplifying Hang Lung’s early focus on integrated development planning.

Conceived in support of the Hong Kong SAR Government’s Energizing Kowloon East initiative first outlined in the 2011 Policy Address, the Amoy Footbridge represents one of the pioneering examples of public-private collaboration to improve district-level connectivity. With the inauguration of the Footbridge, district-level mobility and integration have been further strengthened, reflecting Hang Lung’s confidence in the long-term development of Kowloon East as a dynamic hub for business, culture and community.

The Amoy Footbridge provides a seamless, covered and barrier-free pedestrian link between Amoy Plaza, the East Kowloon Cultural Centre and Kowloon Bay MTR Station, offering convenient round-the-clock access for residents, office workers and visitors.
The Amoy Footbridge provides a seamless, covered and barrier-free pedestrian link between Amoy Plaza, the East Kowloon Cultural Centre and Kowloon Bay MTR Station, offering convenient round-the-clock access for residents, office workers and visitors.
Amoy Footbridge under construction
Amoy Footbridge under construction

Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung Properties, said, “For 50 years, Hang Lung has grown alongside Kowloon Bay, standing with the local residents through times of both challenge and recovery. During the 2003 SARS outbreak, our frontline colleagues provided steadfast support to local residents, and in its aftermath, we launched the pioneering consumption voucher initiative to help revitalize the area. These efforts reflect our belief that business development and community well-being go hand in hand. As Hang Lung celebrates its 66th anniversary, we are proud to dedicate the Amoy Footbridge to Kowloon Bay as a gesture of appreciation to the neighborhoods that have been part of our journey, reaffirming our commitment to creating compelling spaces that enrich lives.”

Following the SARS outbreak in 2003, Hang Lung launched the consumption voucher initiative at Amoy Plaza to attract visitors, support local merchants and residents, and help revitalize the community economy.
Following the SARS outbreak in 2003, Hang Lung launched the consumption voucher initiative at Amoy Plaza to attract visitors, support local merchants and residents, and help revitalize the community economy.

Mr. Mikael Jaeraas, Senior Director – Retail and Hong Kong Business Operation of Hang Lung Properties, said, “The Amoy Footbridge is expected to improve connectivity for the community by providing a weather-proof and traffic-safe passage to Amoy Plaza, enhancing accessibility and convenience for residents, visitors, professionals and students. The increased pedestrian flow is expected to strengthen connections to the second floor of the mall, creating opportunities to refresh the tenant mix with popular lifestyle and dining brands that better reflect evolving customer journeys and needs. The footbridge is also fitted with solar panels, reflecting our long-term commitment to sustainable development.”

Hashtag: #HangLung

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About Hang Lung Properties

Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong and Shanghai, the Company manages a portfolio of over 3.6 million square meters of retail, office, residential, and hotel properties across Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland.

The Company’s diverse portfolio in Hong Kong includes office towers and malls in prime districts, as well as luxury residential developments in prestigious areas. In the Chinese Mainland, under the signature “66” brand, the Company’s mixed-use and retail developments are regarded as premium landmarks, strategically located in the hearts of key cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan, and Hangzhou.

The Company is recognized for pioneering sustainability in the real estate industry, with an MSCI ESG rating of AA and inclusion on CDP “A List” for Climate Change. The Company powers 90% of its operating properties in the Chinese Mainland with renewable energy, with a net-zero commitment by 2050.

At Hang Lung Properties – We Do It Well.
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Laos Halts New Work Permits, Labor Visas for Bangladeshi Nationals Through 2026

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Laos has suspended new work permits, import plans, and labor projects for Bangladeshi nationals nationwide until the end of 2026 to curb illegal migration and labor trafficking.

Laos has suspended the approval of new work permits, labor import plans and labor projects for Bangladeshi nationals nationwide from 1 September through the end of 2026, the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare announced.

In a directive issued on 9 September, the ministry said the measure aims to curb illegal entry, human smuggling, unauthorized labor brokers and employers who evade responsibility for workers they bring into the country, although the directive did not specify clear reasons behind the Bangladeshi nationality focus.

Major government-approved priority projects with fixed contract schedules remain exempt from the freeze.

The order bars individuals, companies, employers and labor operators from independently authorizing the entry or employment of Bangladeshi nationals. Authorities have also stopped approving Labor Visa (LA-B2) permits for them through the end of 2026.

Violators face fines, mandatory deportation and possible revocation of their business licenses.

Employers who import or employ workers without authorization face a fine of LAK 2.5 million (USD 110) per worker per violation. The same fine applies to those who import workforce for redistribution to other labor units.

A LAK 2 million (USD 89) fine applies to employers who use or accept workers assigned to a different labor unit, with the penalty imposed per worker per violation.

Workers who move to unauthorized worksites without permission face a LAK 1 million (USD 44) fine per person per instance and deportation within 30 days. The employer or other violator must cover all deportation and travel costs.

Repeat violations within the same category triple the fine and may lead to legal prosecution.

The order does not specify the current number of Bangladeshi workers employed in Laos or identify the sectors most affected by the freeze. Labor migration from Bangladesh to Laos has historically focused on construction and manufacturing.

OP-ED: Cluster Bombs Still Threaten Lao Farmers Decades After War

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By Eli Mechanic, Country Director for MAG Laos (Mines Advisory Group)

In the early hours of the morning in Sangpoongbone Village, a tractor moves slowly across a field, turning over soil that has been worked by generations of farmers. At first glance, there is little to distinguish this field from any other in Khammouane Province. But hidden beneath it lies a deadly threat. For Khambueang, who has worked as a tractor driver for over 10 years, this is a daily reality.

“Every day, I get on my tractor and plough the fields. I know there could be a bomb beneath the soil, but I still have to work. I have no choice – it’s my job,” Khambueang said.

This week, Laos is hosting the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, the international convention prohibiting the use, production, stockpiling and transfer of these weapons. This is an important moment for those of us working every day to make land contaminated with unexploded bombs safe again. It is also a moment that carries the substantial weight of history. The war that scattered these weapons across Laos may have ended more than 50 years ago, but for people like Khambueang, it never fully disappeared.

Between 1964 and 1973, more than 270 million cluster submunitions were dropped across Laos. Around 30 percent failed to detonate upon impact, resulting in an estimated 80 million unexploded ‘bombies’, small, tennis-ball-sized submunitions, scattered across the country.

Today, a bombie can remain hidden beneath the soil of a rice field or along a path used every day, waiting to be disturbed. A farmer can encounter one while preparing land for planting crops, or a child can find one while playing in a school playground. Such was the case for Khamla, one of our demining team leaders.

“The first time I found a cluster munition as a child, I didn’t know it was a bomb, so I played with it for a while. After adults told me what it was, I felt so scared and I didn’t want to play with anything anymore,” he said.

This is the legacy of cluster munitions: they cannot reliably distinguish between those taking part in conflict and those who are simply trying to live their lives. Their wide-area effects put civilians at grave risk at the time of use, and their indiscriminate effects remain long after the weapon is dropped, creating a danger that is passed from one generation to the next.

As Country Director for MAG in Laos, I see first-hand what it means for communities when land is finally cleared. In 2025 alone, MAG teams destroyed over 6,000 explosive items. This translates directly into communities being able to live free from fear, with over 10 million square metres of land returned to safe, productive use.

“Even though I am older now, at least I have left something for my children. They can use this safe land for the future. I don’t have to worry about them being harmed anymore,” said Bounmi, a mother of three whose land was cleared by MAG.

But clearance is painstaking work, and the scale of contamination means that Laos will be dealing with this legacy for many years to come, with an estimated 1,800km² of land still requiring clearance. That is why the Convention on Cluster Munitions matters – it establishes a clear international standard that these weapons should never be used in the first place.

However, a treaty can only provide meaningful protection if countries continue to join it and uphold its principles. The experience of Laos should make the case for universalisation impossible to ignore.

Currently, 112 countries are States Parties to the Treaty.

However, around the world, 17 countries still produce cluster munitions or retain the right to do so, and their well-documented use in recent conflicts shows that the international norm against these weapons is under pressure.

The Third Review Conference should send a clear message that the ban must be universal and that the use of cluster munitions must end completely, while affected countries such as Laos need sustained international cooperation and assistance for survey, clearance, risk education and support to affected communities. We must reinforce the stigma against any use and emphasise their unacceptable humanitarian impacts.

Having lived with these consequences for generations, Laos offers a window into the predictable and preventable future repercussions of current cluster munition use. The world should learn from that experience before another generation is forced to live with the same legacy of weapons in a war it did not choose.

Editor’s Note: This article was contributed by Eli Mechanic. Views and information presented are those of the author.

Run Pattaya Beach from Sunset to Moonlight: Thailand’s Largest Bikini Beach Race Returns for Its 10th Anniversary

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Central Pattaya invites runners from around the world to experience a 5K beach race combining sunset, music, entertainment and Pattaya’s vibrant beach lifestyle on 31 October 2026

PATTAYA, Thailand, Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Get ready to run Thailand’s most famous beach destination after dark. Central Pattaya, a global beachfront landmark in the heart of Pattaya, invites runners and travelers from around the world to join the ‘Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race 2026: Run the wave. Own the night.‘ on 31 October 2026. Celebrating its 10th anniversary under the theme “The Sunset to Moonlight Beach Race,” the 5K race will bring thousands of runners to the sands of Pattaya Beach for a one-of-a-kind night combining sunset running, music, entertainment and Pattaya’s vibrant beach lifestyle.

Run Pattaya Beach from Sunset to Moonlight: Thailand’s Largest Bikini Beach Race Returns for Its 10th Anniversary
Run Pattaya Beach from Sunset to Moonlight: Thailand’s Largest Bikini Beach Race Returns for Its 10th Anniversary

Last year, the event attracted more than 5,000 runners from around the world, establishing the Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race as one of Thailand’s most popular and distinctive seaside running events.

This year, runners will take on a 5K course along Pattaya Beach, starting and finishing in front of Central Pattaya. Beginning against a spectacular seaside sunset, the race will continue into the evening as the beachfront transforms into a vibrant moonlight celebration filled with music and entertainment. Taking place on Halloween night, the 2026 edition will bring even more energy to the beach, inviting runners to dress up, stand out and be part of a colorful international running community in the heart of Pattaya.

More than just a race, the event offers international visitors a unique reason to turn race weekend into a Pattaya beach getaway. Runners can experience the city’s beaches alongside its shopping, dining, entertainment and nightlife — all within one of Thailand’s most dynamic seaside destinations.

Event: Pattaya International Bikini Beach Race 2026
Date: Saturday, 31 October 2026
Distance: 5K Beach Run
Location: Pattaya Beach, starting and finishing in front of Central Pattaya
Registration Fee: US$30.49 (THB 1,000)
Registration: Open until 30 October 2026
Click: https://worldsmarathons.com/marathon/pattaya-bikini-run

Azbil to Showcase Building Automation Solutions as a Gold Sponsor at Data Centre World Asia 2026

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Azbil Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange Code: 6845) announces that it will participate as a Gold Sponsor at Data Centre World Asia 2026 (hereinafter “DCWA”), Asia’s leading event for data centre technologies and digital infrastructure. The event will take place from 29 – 30 September 2026, at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore.

DCWA Gold Sponsor
DCWA Gold Sponsor

DCWA is part of Tech Week Singapore and serves as a key platform for data centre operators, technology providers, and industry stakeholders to exchange insights and explore emerging technologies shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

As demand for digital infrastructure continues to grow, data centre operators face increasing pressure to maintain reliable operations while improving energy efficiency. Azbil applies its expertise in measurement, control, and automation to help optimize building and cooling-system operations in mission-critical environments.

At DCWA, Azbil will highlight its Building Automation solutions and specialized services for mission-critical environments, including an intelligent building management system and the chiller plant digital twin. These solutions leverage advanced technologies to improve energy efficiency, support informed decision-making, and enhance the reliability and resilience of critical infrastructure operations.

Guided by its Purpose, “Expanding Technological Frontiers, Unlocking Human Potential,” Azbil will continue to create new value through its advanced measurement, control, and automation technologies and through co-creation with customers and partners, contributing to more reliable, efficient, and sustainable digital infrastructure.

Event Overview

Event Data Centre World Asia 2026
Dates 29 – 30 September, 2026
Location Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre
Basement 2, Hall E, Booth M15
Registration

(Free registration for Visitor Pass)

Product Showcase Building Automation

  • Intelligent Building Management System

An open and scalable platform that integrates, monitors, and controls multiple building systems through a unified interface. It provides operational insights that support efficient facility management and efforts to improve Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE).

  • Chiller Plant Digital Twin

A virtual replica that simulates energy optimization strategies, detects anomalies, and provides real-time insights to improve chiller plant operations and enhance energy efficiency.

For details, please visit the following website.

* Posted information is accurate as of the date of announcement.

Hashtag: #Azbil #DCWA


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About Azbil Corporation

Azbil Corporation, formerly known as Yamatake Corporation, is a leading company in building and industrial automation, using its measurement and control technologies to provide customers with high value-added solutions to make their operations more efficient and sustainable. Founded in 1906, the Azbil Group consists of 30 companies and operates in 16 countries, providing cutting-edge solutions and services to meet the diverse needs of its global customers. As of March 31, 2026, Azbil employed about 9,000 people worldwide and generated JPY 298.9 billion in revenue. To learn more about Azbil Corporation and its solutions, please visit Azbil’s website at .

Antengene Publishes Preclinical Research Paper on CD73 Small Molecule Inhibitor ATG-037 Combined with Selinexor in Cancer Gene Therapy

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SHANGHAI and HONG KONG, Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Antengene Corporation Limited  (“Antengene”, SEHK: 6996.HK) , a leading innovative, commercial-stage global biotech company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class and/or best-in-class medicines for autoimmune diseases, solid tumors and hematological malignancies indications, today announced that a preclinical research paper evaluating the combination of ATG-037 (CD73 Small Molecule Inhibitor) and selinexor for the treatment of multiple myeloma (MM), conducted in collaboration with the Department of Hematology at Peking University Third Hospital, has been published in Cancer Gene Therapy, an international SCI journal under Springer Nature.

Details of the Paper
Title: CD73 inhibitor enhances the antitumor activity of selinexor in multiple myeloma by restoring the activation of CD8+ T cells
Journal: Cancer Gene Therapy
DOI: 10.1038/s41417-026-01078-9

Study Design:

The research team first analyzed CD73 expression across multiple tumor cell lines following selinexor treatment, then tested the combination in vivo using a J558-inoculated BALB/c mouse model, with mice divided into a vehicle group, an ATG-037 monotherapy group, a selinexor monotherapy group and a combination-therapy group. Single-cell RNA sequencing was used to characterize immune cell subtypes and tumor-immune crosstalk, immunofluorescence staining was performed on tumor tissue, and a co-culture model of CD8+ T cells and multiple myeloma cell lines was established to confirm the mechanism behind the combination’s antitumor effect.

Key Findings: 

Selinexor treatment was found to upregulate CD73 expression in the majority of tumors, a resistance-associated mechanism that the combination approach was designed to counter. In the mouse model, the combination therapy suppressed tumor growth with an inhibition rate of 62%, compared with 31% for ATG-037 monotherapy and 43% for selinexor monotherapy. Single-cell RNA sequencing showed that the combination synergistically potentiated CD8+ T cell activation by enhancing the interaction between CD8+ T cells and Enpp1+ cells via the CD80–CD28 signaling pathway, and the resulting increase in CD8+ T cell infiltration into tumor tissue was confirmed by immunofluorescence staining. In co-culture experiments, CD73 inhibition was shown to strengthen selinexor-mediated tumor cell killing by activating CD8+ T cells, with significantly elevated levels of Granzyme B (P=0.0252) and IFN-γ (P=0.0067) observed in the combination group.

Conclusion:

The study highlights the synergistic potential of combining selinexor with a CD73 inhibitor for enhancing CD8+ T cell-mediated tumor cytotoxicity in MM. Selinexor therapy upregulates CD73 in the TME, driving adenosine accumulation and an immunosuppressive state. Combined use of ATG-037 blocks this immunosuppressive feedback loop via suppression of CD73-dependent adenosine synthesis, restoring CD8+ T cell activation and proliferation while enhancing T cell cytotoxicity through activation of the CD80-CD28 costimulatory axis. These findings establish a novel, clinically feasible therapeutic paradigm for addressing drug resistance and refractory MM.

About Antengene

Antengene Corporation Limited (“Antengene”, SEHK: 6996.HK) is a global, R&D-driven, commercial-stage biotech company focused on developing first-in-class/best-in-class therapeutics for diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Its pipeline spans from preclinical to commercial stages, with key investigational candidates including ATG-022 (CLDN18.2 ADC), ATG-037 (oral CD73 inhibitor), ATG-101 (PD-L1 x 4-1BB bispecific antibody), ATG-125 (B7-H3 × PD-L1 bispecific ADC), ATG-207 (αCD3-TGF-β bifunctional fusion protein), as well as T cell engager (TCE) programs developed using Antengene’s proprietary AnTenGager® platform.

AnTenGager®, is Antengene’s proprietary TCE 2.0 platform, featuring “2+1” bivalent binding for low expressing targets, steric hindrance masking, and proprietary CD3 sequences with fast on/off kinetics to minimize cytokine release syndrome (CRS) and enhance efficacy. These characteristics support the platform’s broad applicability across autoimmune diseases, solid tumors and hematological malignancies, with programs targeting CD19 x CD3 (ATG-201 for B cell-related autoimmune diseases; partnered with UCB), CDH6 x CD3 (ATG-106 for ovarian cancer and kidney cancer; partnered with K2 Therapeutics established by MPM BioImpact), ALPPL2 x CD3 (ATG-112 for gynecological tumors, digestive system malignancies, bladder cancer and NSCLC), LY6G6D x CD3 (ATG-110 for microsatellite-stable colorectal cancer), GPRC5D x CD3 (ATG-021 for multiple myeloma), LILRB4 x CD3 (ATG-102 for acute myeloid leukemia and chronic myelomonocytic leukemia) and FLT3 x CD3 (ATG-107 for acute myeloid leukemia).

To date, Antengene has obtained 34 investigational new drug (IND) approvals in the U.S. and Asia, and obtained new drug application (NDA) approvals in 10 Asia Pacific markets. Its lead commercial asset, XPOVIO® (selinexor), is approved in the Mainland of China, Taiwan China, Hong Kong China, Macau China, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Australia, and has been included in the national insurance schemes in five of these markets (Mainland of China, Taiwan China, Australia, South Korea and Singapore).

Forward-looking statements

The forward-looking statements made in this article relate only to the events or information as of the date on which the statements are made in this article. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. You should read this article completely and with the understanding that our actual future results or performance may be materially different from what we expect. In this article, statements of, or references to, our intentions or those of any of our Directors or our Company are made as of the date of this article. Any of these intentions may alter in light of future development. For a further discussion of these and other factors that could cause future results to differ materially from any forward-looking statement, please see the other risks and uncertainties described in the Company’s Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2025, and the documents subsequently submitted to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

For more information, please contact:

PR / IR Contacts: 
Peter Qian
E-mail: peter.qian@antengene.com  

BD Contacts:
Ariel Guo
E-mail: ariel.guo@antengene.com 

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