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China’s First RV Stock is Here. New Gonow, the Pioneer of “Mobile Homes,” is Set to Go Public


SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – In today’s era of diversity, freedom, and a pursuit of high-quality living, recreational vehicles (RVs) have become the preferred choice for many seeking to explore the world and enjoy life. As a pioneer in creating the “mobile home” experience, New Gonow has leveraged its exceptional product capabilities, keen market insights, and strong innovation to gain widespread recognition not only in China’s domestic market but also on the global stage, showcasing remarkable competitiveness.

Now, New Gonow is set to reach a significant milestone in its journey—ringing the bell at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for its IPO, officially becoming China’s first publicly listed RV company

According to the prospectus, New Gonow has maintained an average annual revenue growth rate of over 50% over the past three years, significantly outperforming the industry average. In the first half of 2024, despite uncertainties in the global economic environment, the company delivered an impressive net profit margin of nearly 10%.

This not only highlights New Gonow’s continuous improvement in profitability but also serves as strong evidence of its robust competitiveness and high market recognition within the industry.

As a homegrown Chinese manufacturer, New Gonow not only boasts advanced manufacturing technology and extensive production experience but also demonstrates keen market insight and an innovative growth strategy.

In its early years, the company leveraged strategic collaboration with a renowned Australian RV brand, effectively integrating the strengths of both China and Australia in resources, technology, and market presence. This synergy enabled New Gonow to stand out in the Australian and New Zealand markets, where it quickly rose to become the second-largest RV brand. Its market competitiveness and influence continue to grow steadily.

This experience in international collaboration and competition has not only provided New Gonow with valuable expertise but also validated its products in global markets. As a result, the company has progressively built the capability to compete with leading international brands.

As consumer demand for travel and lifestyle experiences becomes increasingly diverse, the concept that “buying an RV is buying a lifestyle” has deeply resonated with the market. New Gonow has keenly identified this trend and is committed to creating high-quality, personalized “mobile homes” for its customers.

The company offers a comprehensive product lineup, ranging from luxury to budget-friendly models and catering to various needs, from family vacations to solo adventures. This diverse portfolio ensures that New Gonow can meet the evolving preferences of different consumer groups, reinforcing its position as a leader in the industry.

New Gonow has consistently remained at the forefront of the industry in technological research and innovation. The company continues to increase its investment in R&D, focusing on enhancing vehicle performance, safety, and comfort.

From advanced smart control systems to energy-efficient and eco-friendly power technologies, from meticulously crafted interior designs to rugged and durable vehicle structures, New Gonow strives for excellence in every detail.

It is this relentless pursuit of technical superiority and quality that has fueled the company’s steady rise in the market. Moreover, it lays a solid foundation for future product upgrades and expansion into new markets, unlocking limitless opportunities for growth

New Gonow’s decision to pursue an IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange marks a new chapter in its growth journey. By going public, the company will gain increased capital support to expand production capacity, strengthen R&D investment, broaden sales channels, and enhance brand influence.

Leveraging the power of the capital market, New Gonow is well-positioned to accelerate its domestic and international expansion, further solidifying its status as a leading player in the RV industry.

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Vietnam, Laos Promote Trade, Industrial, Energy Cooperation

Representative from Laos and Vietnam attended the meeting about promote trade, industrial, energy cooperation. (Photo: Embassy of the Lao PDR in Hanoi)

On 3 January, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam and the Lao Embassy in Vietnam agreed to continue coordinating closely to promote economic, trade, industrial, and energy cooperation between the two countries in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Covid-Like Virus Rises in China, Experts Say Not to Worry

Covid-Like Virus Rises in China, Experts Say Not to Worry
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In December 2024, China saw a rise in respiratory infections, particularly among children under 14, due to human metapneumovirus (HMPV), according to CBS News. However, despite the global uproar, experts say the virus is seasonal and under control, and it is unlikely to turn into a global pandemic.

Quake in China’s Tibet Kills 53 with Tremors Felt in Nepal, India

People gather in an open area following earthquake tremors in Kathmandu, in the early hours on January 7, 2025. - A powerful earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 32 people and collapsed "many buildings" on January 7, Chinese media reported, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India. (Photo by SUNIL SHARMA / AFP)

By Isabel KUA/AFP – A devastating earthquake in China’s remote Tibet region killed at least 53 people and collapsed “many buildings” on 7 January, state media reported, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal’s capital Kathmandu and parts of India.

Videos published by China’s state broadcaster CCTV showed houses destroyed with walls torn apart.

Rescue workers waded through rubble strewn across the ruins in the aftermath of the earthquake, footage showed, while some gave locals thick blankets to keep warm.

Surveillance images published by CCTV showed people running through a store’s aisles as shelves shook violently, sending objects like toys tumbling to the ground.

In the town of Lhatse, videos geolocated by AFP showed debris scattered in front of streetside eateries.

The powerful quake struck Dingri county with a magnitude of 6.8 near the border with Nepal at 9:05 am (0105 GMT), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The US Geological Survey reported the tremor as magnitude 7.1.

“Fifty-three people have been confirmed dead and 62 injured as of Tuesday noon, after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Dingri County in the city of Xigaze in Xizang Autonomous Region at 9:05 am Tuesday,” Xinhua news agency said.

Over 1,000 houses have sustained varying degrees of damage, it added.

“Dingri county and its surrounding areas experienced very strong tremors, and many buildings near the epicentre have collapsed,” state broadcaster CCTV said.

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday emphasised “the full-scale search and rescue efforts, minimizing casualties to the greatest extent possible, properly resettling affected residents, and ensuring their safety and warmth through the winter”, CCTV added.

Xinhua said that “local authorities are reaching out to various townships in the county to assess the impact of the quake”.

Temperatures in Dingri are around minus 8 degrees Celsius (17.6 degrees Fahrenheit) and will drop to minus 18 this evening, according to the China Meteorological Administration.

Disaster relief aid, including cotton tents, quilts and items for high-altitude and frigid areas, had been dispatched by central authorities to areas impacted by the quake, Xinhua said.

The high-altitude county in the Tibet region is home to around 62,000 people and situated on the Chinese side of Mount Everest.

While earthquakes are common in the region, Tuesday’s quake was the most powerful recorded within a 200-kilometre radius in the last five years, the CENC added.

‘Shook quite strongly’

As well as Kathmandu, areas around Lobuche in Nepal in the high mountains near Everest were also rattled by the tremor and aftershocks.

“It shook quite strongly here, everyone is awake,” said government official Jagat Prasad Bhusal in Nepal’s Namche region, which lies nearer to Everest.

But no damage or deaths had been reported so far and security forces had been deployed, Nepali Home Minister spokesman Rishi Ram Tiwari said.

Nepal lies on a major geological faultline where the Indian tectonic plate pushes up into the Eurasian plate, forming the Himalayas, and earthquakes are a regular occurrence.

In 2015, nearly 9,000 people died and more than 22,000 were injured when a 7.8-magnitude quake struck Nepal, destroying more than half a million homes.

Some tremors were felt in Bihar state in India but no injuries were reported.

Three people were killed and dozens injured after a 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck along the mountainous China-Kyrgyzstan border in January last year.

A quake in December 2023 in northwest China killed 148 people and displaced thousands in Gansu province.

That quake was China’s deadliest since 2014, when more than 600 people were killed in southwestern Yunnan province.

In the December 2023 earthquake, subzero temperatures made the aid operation launched in response even more challenging, with survivors huddled around outdoor fires to keep warm.


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MIPIM Asia Summit 2024 Concludes in Hong Kong with Strategic Insights and Celebrated Prestigious Achievements in Real Estate

Over 300 industry leaders convene in Hong Kong to explore the future of Asian property markets


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – The MIPIM Asia Summit concluded its 18th edition on December 4th, bringing together over 400 international delegates at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong. As Asia’s premier real estate investment platform, this year’s summit focused on the vision for the future of Asian property markets, emphasising durability and digital transformation while seeking long-term economic growth, sustainable practices, and community cohesion. The event culminated in the highly anticipated MIPIM Asia Awards 2024, where the winners were revealed and celebrated during a thrilling gala dinner.

The summit commenced with an insightful keynote address from Ms. Wei Yao, Chief Economist for APAC at Société Générale, who offered a comprehensive outlook on the Asian economy and its implications for the real estate sector. Her analysis provided valuable insights into future investment strategies within the region.

A particularly memorable moment at the fireside chat with Baroness Poppy Gustafsson OBE, the UK Minister for Investment in the Department for Business and Trade, where the discussion offered a unique perspective on international investment strategies and strengthened ties between the UK and APAC markets.

The signature Investors Forum provided an intimate platform for sovereign wealth and capital owners to explore innovative investment strategies, addressing key issues such as generative AI and ESG practices. Furthermore, industry leaders shared their insights on private debt opportunities and strategies for success in evolving markets, featuring distinguished speakers such as Danielle Lau, Managing Director of Ares Management; John Pattar, Partner & Head of Asia Real Estate at KKR Asia Limited; and Jing Zhou, Senior Director of Alternatives Investment and Strategic Transactions at Nuveen Real Estate, among others.

Nicolas Kozubek, Managing Director of MIPIM, stated, For many years, the MIPIM Asia Summit has facilitated transformative discussions and strategic partnerships, reflecting our commitment to a sustainable and innovative future in the property sector. By sharing insights and fostering connections, we are actively shaping the industry’s trajectory in Asia and beyond, benefiting communities and investors alike. In the coming year, we aim to present a new and revitalised summit designed to inspire and empower stakeholders, driving further collaboration across the broader landscape of real estate development.”

The two-day event concluded with an elegant gala dinner, during which the winners of the highly anticipated MIPIM Asia Awards 2024 were announced and celebrated. These prestigious awards highlight the outstanding accomplishments and significant contributions of real estate projects across Asia. The evening was further elevated by the presence of Donald Choi, President of the Jury Panel and Hong Kong Institute of Real Estate Administrators.

The resounding success of MIPIM Asia Summit 2024 continuously presents itself a vital platform for fostering collaboration and driving innovation within the real estate industry. This prestigious event not only highlights emerging trends and investment opportunities but also cultivates an environment conducive to deal-making, collaboration, and innovation, ultimately shaping the future of real estate in the region.

The upcoming MIPIM will take place from March 10 to 14 in Cannes, France. Additionally, the MIPIM Asia Forum 2025 is scheduled for fall 2025 in Hong Kong. For more information about MIPIM Asia Summit 2025 and to stay updated on future events, please visit mipim-asia.com.

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Hashtag: #MIPIM #MIPIMAsiaSummit2024

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About MIPIM Asia Summit

MIPIM Asia Summit is the annual property leaders’ summit in Asia Pacific organised by RX France. It is the major gathering where top-level decision makers gather to explore new business partnerships and investment opportunities. It features expert-led conference sessions, premium networking accelerators and an exclusive awards gala dinner over a two-day period. Distinguished speakers, senior executives, high-level business professionals and industry experts from around the world will discuss the latest developments and prevailing trends in the property and retail industry. MIPIM – the world’s property market – is the leading and largest global property event. The four-day event takes place annually in Cannes every March. 22,500+ delegates attended in 2023 with over 2,000 Investment & Financial companies, and more than 90 different countries being represented.

About RX

is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit .

creates high level, world-class and market leader meeting places, covering 15 industry sectors, including MIPIM, MAPIC, Batimat, Pollutec, EquipHotel, SITL, IFTM, Big Data & AI Paris, MIPCOM, Paris Photo, Maison&Objet*… and many more. RX France’s events take place in France, Hong Kong, Italy and Mexico. For more information, visit

*Organised by Safi, a subsidiary of RX France and Ateliers d’Art de France

About RELX

RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs more than 36,000 people over 40% of whom are in North America. The shares of RELX PLC, the parent company, are traded on the London, Amsterdam and New York stock exchanges using the following ticker symbols: London: REL; Amsterdam: REN; New York: RELX.

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Capture.HK Achieves Milestone of 1 Million Family Photos Digitised in 2024

Launches First Capture Media Factory to Support 670% Growth in Hong Kong in October


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – CaptureTM Hong Kong, the leading analogue media digitisation provider, proudly announces a significant milestone — digitising over 1 million family photos in 2024. To support this remarkable growth, the company is opening a new facility in Lai Chi Kok, expanding capacity and enhancing service offerings.

Capture Media Factory Boosts Annual Capacity to 8 Million Photos

Capture.HK achieved a major milestone in 2024 by digitising over 1 million photos, with an average order value of HK$1,483. In comparison, while 129,234 photos were digitised in 2023 with a higher average order value of HK$1,554, the substantial increase in customer numbers highlights the growing demand for photograph digitisation services, driven by families seeking to preserve their legacy in a digital format. With the opening of the Capture Media Factory (CMF) in October in Lai Chi Kok, the company now boasts a maximum capacity to digitise 8 million photos annually. The new factory boasts 18 Studio Scanners, proprietary photo scanning hardware and AI software developed by Capture in Hong Kong.

Looking ahead, Capture.HK aims to achieve 6x-8x year-on-year growth in 2025 while expanding its workforce by 2.5 times. This expansion reflects Hong Kong’s $250M USD analogue media digitisation market potential.

“Capture.HK has had exponential growth Y/Y matching our expectations of Hong Kong’s large $250M USD Market Size. To satisfy the growth we opened our first Capture Media Factory in October taking advantage of Hong Kong’s unique logistics and labour capabilities. We have the capability at this facility to grow 6x-8x Y/Y in 2025,” said Michael Chang, the CEO of Capture.HK.

Capture.HK AI Technology Brings Vibrant Colours Back to Life

Capture’s advanced AI photo scanning technology now restores and enhances old photographs with exceptional precision, removing glare and revitalising faded colours. This breakthrough innovation ensures that cherished memories are preserved in stunning quality.

One satisfied customer, Andrew, shared “Thank you very much for digitising my wedding photos from 30 years ago. The quality is incredibly clear, and I am very satisfied with the results.”

Capture.HK continues to set the standard in photo digitisation, offering families a way to relive and safeguard their most treasured moments for generations to come.

New Distribution Channels for Capture.HK

Capture.HK is expanding its reach through new partnerships, including at Fotomax. Customers can now purchase Capture’s Photo Digitisation Kit (HK$238) and The Frame digital frame (HK$1188) at Fotomax locations. This expansion ensures greater accessibility to Capture’s premium digitisation services, allowing more families to preserve their cherished memories with ease and convenience.

Capture.HK Expands Digitisation Services to Preserve Diverse Media Formats

Capture.HK is enhancing its digitisation offerings to include negative film, audio cassettes, professional videotape formats, and film reels. This expansion reflects Capture’s dedication to safeguarding treasured memories and valuable archives across various media. The enhanced service ensures that precious moments are securely converted into high-quality digital formats, available on USB flash drives or Google Photos.

Hashtag: #CaptureLimited





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About Capture.HK

Capture.HK is the leading analogue media digitisation service provider in Hong Kong. We digitise all formats of analogue media – photo albums, photographs, videotapes, digital media (like USB Flash Drive, Compact Flash, DVD, etc), slides, negatives and audio cassette tapes, using our proprietary technology. Capture.HK is the only service that saves memories directly to Google Photos through secure Google authentication. In the USA, we have cooperated with Fujifilm, Google and retail giants like Walmart and Costco, to help more than 12 million families and organisations to safeguard their memories.

New Lao-Thai Bridge Close to Completion

The 5th Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge is under construction

Construction of the fifth “Friendship Bridge” across the Mekong River, linking Bolikhamxay Province in Laos and Bueng Kan Province in Thailand, is now 96.64 percent complete.

Zuellig Pharma acquires Propan from ADP Pharma Corporation in the Philippines


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – Zuellig Pharma, a leading healthcare solutions company in Asia, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Propan, a market leading brand in the multivitamin-appetite stimulant segment, from ADP Pharma Corporation.

Propan is an established and trusted brand in the Philippines. It remains a reliable partner in promoting healthier lives across the nation. From prescription capsules to pediatric syrups, the brand offers a comprehensive range of products designed to cater to various age groups and health needs.

Prior to the acquisition, Zuellig Pharma has been responsible for the commercialization and distribution of the brand in the Philippines since 2018.

“This acquisition marks a significant step forward in our strategy to expand our capabilities in the consumer health segment. By building our own consumer health brand portfolio with our existing capabilities, we are strengthening our ability to provide high-quality, consumer healthcare solutions. This acquisition also reinforces our commitment to the Philippines market and enhances our ability to serve the evolving needs of consumers,” said John Graham, CEO of Zuellig Pharma.

The acquisition of Propan marks Zuellig Pharma’s continued expansion into consumer healthcare as it strategically innovates its offerings to meet Asia’s evolving healthcare needs.

“Propan’s position as the leading multivitamin and appetite stimulant in the Philippines has been achieved through operational excellence and a strong partnership with Zuellig Pharma. With their expertise, we are confident that the brand will continue its market leadership. This transaction will also allow our company to sharpen its focus on building high-potential brands while fortifying our financial position, ensuring we are well-equipped to pursue growth opportunities and deliver long-term value for our stakeholders,” said Martin Pascual, President and CEO of ADP Pharma Corporation.

Hashtag: #ZuelligPharma #ADPPharma #Propan #Pharmaceuticals #Healthcare #ConsumerHealth #Acquisition


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About Zuellig Pharma

Zuellig Pharma is a leading healthcare solutions company in Asia, and our purpose is to make healthcare more accessible to the communities we serve. We provide world-class distribution, digital and commercial services to support the growing healthcare needs in this region. The company was started a hundred years ago and has grown to become a multibillion-dollar business covering 17 markets with over 12,000 employees. Our people serve more than 200,000 medical facilities and work with over 450 clients, including the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Our Commercialization division is established in 13 markets across Asia, with over 2,500 associates. With the goal of improving patient journeys and healthcare outcomes through commercial excellence, robust in-market capabilities and strong ethical principles, we are a trusted partner for expanding patient access and providing innovations to the healthcare community.

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