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Xinhua Silk Road: Dehua unveils three visions in Geneva, promoting cultural exchange and industrial cooperation

BEIJING, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — More than 30 fine Dehua white porcelain pieces debuted at the Palais des Nations in Geneva on Feb. 24, highlighting the contemporary vitality of traditional Chinese craftsmanship.

Photo shows Fang Junqin, Party Chief of Dehua County in southeast China's Fujian Province, presenting Dehua white porcelain to international guests in Geneva, Switzerland, on Feb. 24, 2026.
Photo shows Fang Junqin, Party Chief of Dehua County in southeast China’s Fujian Province, presenting Dehua white porcelain to international guests in Geneva, Switzerland, on Feb. 24, 2026.

The exhibits blending traditional aesthetics with contemporary design drew UN officials, diplomats in Geneva and representatives from China and Switzerland, showcasing the unique charm of Chinese ceramic culture.

During a symposium on global governance and high-quality enterprise development, Dehua County in southeast China’s Fujian Province held a promotion event for “Blanc de Chine • Porcelain from Dehua”, marking its efforts to align cultural heritage with global development and advance high-quality industrial growth.

Meanwhile, a promotion center for “Blanc de Chine • Porcelain from Dehua” was also inaugurated. Fang Junqin, Party Chief of Dehua County, said the launch of the center marks a key step for Dehua ceramics to further expand into the European market.

With a ceramic industry cluster exceeding 76 billion yuan and products exported to more than 190 countries and regions, Dehua has grown into a key production and innovation hub. The county has established a full industrial chain spanning design, manufacturing and marketing, supported by advanced technologies such as AI-assisted design and 3D printing.

Dehua has also strengthened global brand building and intellectual property protection, with its experience recognized by the World Intellectual Property Organization as a model case in copyright protection.

At the promotion event, Fang outlined three visions for international cooperation: building a global creative workshop for designers, fostering long-term exchanges with museums and cultural institutions, and expanding mutually beneficial trade partnerships.

As Dehua advances toward the goal of building a 100-billion-yuan industrial cluster, it will continue to take culture as its soul, industry as its foundation and cooperation as its bridge, making the gentle hue of “Blanc de Chine” a bond connecting the world and bringing its exquisite ceramics to more international consumers, according to Fang.

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Samsung Launches Galaxy S26 Series in Laos with Enhanced Galaxy AI Features

Samsung Electronics Laos has unveiled the new Galaxy S26 series, introducing what it describes as its most advanced Galaxy AI smartphone lineup to date. The launch signals Samsung’s push deeper into AI-powered mobile technology, combining upgraded hardware with its third-generation Galaxy AI system.

The Galaxy S26 series includes the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The S26 Ultra features built-in Privacy Display technology designed to limit side-angle viewing while maintaining screen clarity.

The device runs on a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, supporting faster AI processing, improved cooling, and Super Fast Charging 3.0, which can charge the battery to 75 percent in 30 minutes.

Samsung has also upgraded its Nightography Video and Super Steady features to improve low-light video performance. The series supports a new APV video codec and includes AI-powered editing tools such as Photo Assist and Creative Studio, allowing users to create and refine content more efficiently.

New AI features include Now Nudge and Now Brief, which integrate with Bixby, Perplexity, and Gemini to manage schedules and daily tasks. Circle to Search with Google now supports multi-item recognition, and Samsung is offering up to seven years of security updates for the devices.

Pre-orders run until 10 March. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced at LAK 33,999,000 (approximately USD 1,600) and includes a complimentary 45W charger. The Galaxy S26+ is available at LAK 23,999,000 (approximately USD 1,130), and the Galaxy S26 at LAK 19,999,000 (approximately USD 940), both including chargers. All models come with a Best Telecom 5G SIM card with 26GB of data.

The Galaxy S26 series is on display at Samsung’s Experience Space at Parkson Mall until 8 March, with availability through authorized dealers nationwide.

Trust Your Journey: HIKMICRO Leads the Way with Dependability and Innovation at IWA 2026

HANGZHOU, China, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global thermal and digital hunting optics leader HIKMICRO is backing up its “Trust Your Journey: From Market Leader to Trusted Partner” mantra with a raft of pioneering products at IWA 2026.

IWA Outdoor Classics, which takes place in Nuremberg from Thursday 26th February to Sunday 1st March, is Europe’s premier showcase of hunting equipment. That makes it the perfect place for HIKMICRO to reveal its world-leading product range. Market-leading breakthroughs showcased on HIKMICRO’s IWA stand include a fully integrated AI Intelligent Ecosystem with products and services synced through the Sight app and groundbreaking imaging technologies including Light Pro, Sync Pro and Image Pro 4.0.

Building trust as the journey unfolds

Over the past five years, HIKMICRO has set a new standard for digital and thermal hunting devices. Starting out as a challenger, the pioneering brand has surpassed established industry players to gain an increasingly large share of the global hunting market.

HIKMICRO’s rapid rise to market leader is the result of uncompromising focus on user-centric development to produce totally reliable digital and thermal hunting equipment. Reliability is at the core of the brand’s ethos, embodying the confidence hunters feel in HIKMICRO’s trusted ability to translate sophisticated technology into simple, dependable solutions for real-world hunting applications.

Through dedicated design and engineering, and by listening to hunters who use our devices in all scenarios, we have built unwavering trust. Hunters know they can depend on HIKMICRO in critical moments; uncertainty is turned into assurance, even in the most demanding situations.

HIKMICRO does so much more than provide outstanding products – the brand has grown into a trusted outdoor partner. Our leading technology works in harmony with the hunter’s natural instincts to inspire confidence, respect and a truly immersive connection with nature.

Trust is a prize that is earned over time and by producing equipment that delivers dependable performance when the wild tests us to the limits. Hunters have learned to trust HIKMICRO through every step along the path to hunting success as our journey together unfolds to create a lifetime of treasured moments.

Technology you can count on for successful hunting

The provision of leading technology that is simple to use and provides a genuine advantage in the field has played a key role in HIKMICRO’s recognition as a trusted hunting partner.

HIKMICRO’s AI Intelligent Ecosystem is one of the major advancements showcased at IWA. This fully connected hunting system uses the Sight app to integrate all products and services into an all-encompassing outdoor device ecosystem. Here, HIKZone facilitates product integration incorporating auto photo capture and map tagging, multi-device map visualization and animal location tracking. This enables the gathering, saving and sharing of information that can be used to reflect on past experiences and plan ahead for the added confidence of being in the right place at the right time on future hunts.

HIKMICRO also assures precise shot placement when hunting at long range. Advanced ballistic calculation, comprising bullet and wind speed, stability, temperature and pressure, gives hunters the reassurance they need to shoot with confidence over extended distances.

The integrated hub even provides 24/7 service and support. This convenient, easy-to-reach service is available right around the clock; HIKMICRO is always by your side, helping you to get the absolute best from your device. And it doesn’t end there, the AI Intelligent Ecosystem will continue to grow, incorporating future products and new features – so stay tuned.

HIKMICRO’s imaging technologies come with the reassurance of the clearest, most immersive viewing experience.

Light Pro (on the latest ALPEX Pro models) is a proprietary algorithm developed by HIKMICRO to enhance light sensitivity and image detail. Even in low-light environments of Northern Europe, in the gloom of twilight, it can extend full-color viewing by up to 30 minutes. This clear advantage enables hunters to fully exploit the best times of day with the reassurance of confident quarry identification and precise aiming.

Sync Pro (on STELLAR 3.0 SX60LS 3.0 & HABROK Pro HX60LS models) greatly reduces the time between capturing, processing and displaying the image. The delay between real-world action and the display is cut by 60% for instant visual feedback without frustrating lag. Trusting that shots will strike exactly where the aimpoint shows after swiftly detecting the target enables hunters to confidently make split-second decisions at the decisive moment.

Built around an upgraded AI adaptive image algorithm, IMAGE PRO 4.0 makes automatic adjustments for optimum image quality in changing conditions. This dynamic adaptation requires no intervention, so the user can focus entirely on the hunt while IMAGE PRO 4.0 delivers clear, vivid viewing in any scenario. Clear outlines and fine detail leave the hunter in no doubt when identifying quarry or lining up for a precision shot on a challenging target.

These features and many others combine with robust build quality and simple, intuitive controls to make HIKMICRO a dependable hunting companion you can always count on.

Trust your journey

The brand’s proven record in the toughest field conditions means it is not just a market-leading technological pioneer but also a trusted partner.

HIKMICRO’s AI Intelligent Ecosystem, integrating all products with a range of innovative features and helpful support services, is a pioneering system-level innovation. Products no longer exist as isolated devices – they are now part of an all-encompassing integrated experience, unifying world-leading performance with unrivaled information gathering and sharing with the reassurance of round-the-clock support.

Absolute dependability remains at the core of HIKMICRO’s ethos. Our devices ensure the ultimate viewing experience and reliable performance in the harshest of environments, so hunters have lasting confidence and trust in a product that will always deliver in the critical moment.

HIKMICRO is your trusted companion as we move forward together on the hunting journey. Our Intelligent AI Ecosystem will continue to grow as our product range evolves to rise to the challenge of ever-changing real-world hunting scenarios. We are right by your side, every step of the way.

Galaxy Corporation to Deepen Global IP Strategy Through Partnership with Star Plus Legend Holdings Limited

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Against the backdrop of South Korea’s sustained innovation-driven economic growth, four Korean companies entered the unicorn ranks in 2025 with valuations exceeding 1 trillion won, including Rebellion, Furiosa AI, Vinau and Galaxy Corporation, drawing strong attention from capital markets. Among them, Galaxy Corporation, an entertainment technology company, has continued to expand its global influence through an integrated development model combining technology, entertainment and content ecosystems, supported by top-tier artist resources and advanced technological deployment.

In January 2026, during South Korean President Lee Jae-myung’s state visit to China, Galaxy Corporation’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Happiness Officer Choi Yong-ho, who was the youngest CEO in the accompanying economic delegation, gave interviews to major Chinese media outlets including China Daily. He said the Chinese market holds “virtually unlimited development potential,” highlighting its creativity, innovation capacity and vitality across multiple industries.

Choi revealed that Galaxy plans to establish Galaxy China to further strengthen its presence in the Chinese market and increase strategic investment. In terms of content creation, the company will develop new works in line with Chinese consumer preferences. In technology application and marketing strategies, Galaxy will adopt localized approaches tailored to the characteristics of the Chinese market. This move signals further implementation of Galaxy’s globalization strategy.

Within Galaxy’s China strategy and broader global plan, Hong Kong-listed Star Plus Legend Holdings Limited (6683.HK) plays a key role as both a shareholder and strategic partner. With its established IP operation system, strong IP resource base and localized commercialization capabilities, Star Plus Legend provides comprehensive support for Galaxy’s expansion into the Chinese market. Choi said that close cooperation with Star Plus Legend would help lower market-entry barriers and facilitate Galaxy’s systematic deployment in China. The two sides are expected to strengthen collaboration across multiple sectors.

Star Plus Legend is a leading IP creation and operation company in China, listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2023. As of Feb 25, the company’s market capitalization exceeded 1 trillion won. The company has developed celebrity IP brands including “CHOUCHOU” and “Coach Liu,” building an IP matrix with a cumulative fan base of approximately 280 million. It continues to introduce original IPs and expand a diversified IP portfolio while promoting integration of IP with emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and robotics.

Leveraging professional IP management expertise, Star Plus Legend has extended its IP resources to variety programs, digital content, consumer brands and intelligent terminals, forming a mature commercialization pathway and strengthening brand influence. It has also taken the lead in exploring the integration of IP and technology, laying a solid foundation for cross-sector cooperation in the entertainment technology field.

On July 9, 2025, Chinese pop superstar Jay Chou officially launched a Douyin account under the name of “CHOUCHOU,” an IP owned by Star Plus Legend Holdings Limited. The company’s share price once surged by 165.6 percent during the trading session that day, with turnover reaching HK$11.485 billion, ranking among the top in the Hong Kong market and first in southbound Stock Connect trading volume.

On Nov 3, 2025, Star Plus Legend announced that it had subscribed for up to 7 percent of Galaxy’s issued share capital through an industry fund, becoming a strategic shareholder. The company’s share price rose on the day of the announcement. On Nov 12, 2025, Star Plus Legend announced the establishment of a joint venture with Unitree Robotics Limited to accelerate the implementation of an “IP + AI + Robotics” integration model, which also led to a rise in its share price.

The deep integration of artificial intelligence and robotics is emerging as a new trend in the global entertainment industry. Intelligent robotics is becoming an important carrier for next-generation consumer electronics and interactive entertainment. China’s strengths in hardware manufacturing and South Korea’s experience in software and content development present complementary advantages. Choi said integrating China’s “hardware” capabilities with Korea’s “software” strengths would help both sides seize opportunities in the international market. Against this background, the integration of IP and technology is expected to serve as a new growth driver for the entertainment industry and create broader space for business synergy and value enhancement.

MWC Barcelona 2026: YOFC to Unveil Hollow-Core Fibre (HCF) Solution, Advancing Optical Connectivity in the Era of AI

AI x Fibre: the company will highlight next-generation ultra-low latency optical communication technology, strengthening global AI infrastructure.

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable (YOFC) will showcase its latest innovative optical connectivity solutions for the AI era at MWC Barcelona 2026, taking place from March 2 to 5. Under the theme “AI x Fibre – Leading an Intelligent Future,” the company will also host a dedicated launch event for its hollow-core fibre (HCF) solutions on March 4 at one of the world’s largest and most influential connectivity events.

As AI is rapidly reshaping global industries and societal operations, high-speed, low-latency, and highly reliable optical connectivity is becoming essential infrastructure for an intelligent world. As a key transmission technology supporting next-generation AI computing networks, HCF will take centre stage of YOFC’s exhibition at booth 5A30.

“Artificial intelligence is profoundly reshaping the global industrial landscape, placing unprecedented demands on ultra‑high‑speed, ultra‑low‑latency optical connectivity. As a premier global platform for mobile communications and digital technology, MWC provides a vital window to showcase cutting‑edge innovations and deepen international collaboration,” remarked Zhuang Dan, Executive Director and President of YOFC.

“We believe that advanced optical connectivity not only drives the efficient flow of computing power and data but also contributes to the development of the digital society, connecting us to a more inclusive and sustainable future. YOFC looks forward to working with global industry partners to co‑create a smarter, greener, and more efficient future of optical connectivity.”

Centring on “AI X Fibre,” YOFC’s exhibition at MWC Barcelona 2026 will especially spotlight five key technological highlights, demonstrating how optical fibre technology serves as the core backbone of global AI computing networks:

  • AI computing hub: Ultra-high-speed optical fibre interconnection solutions for AI data centres;
  • Connecting global AI networks: Supporting backbone network upgrades and cross-border data transmission;
  • Empowering AI applications: Covering high-bandwidth scenarios such as high-frequency financial trading, AI data centre interconnection, and quantum communication;
  • All-optical connectivity for home and business: Driving all-optical upgrades in residential and enterprise settings.
  • VIP showcase: Featuring cutting-edge achievements in optical communication technology.

As a flagship innovation on display, YOFC’s HCF represents the forefront of next-generation optical transmission technology. Offering significant advantages over traditional fibre including lower latency, higher transmission efficiency, and enhanced signal quality, it provides critical infrastructure for ultra-high-speed data transmission and AI computing networks. Further details will be unveiled at the launch event during MWC.

As the world accelerates into the AI era, YOFC reinforced its commitment and unveiled the “AI-2030” strategy in 2025, positioning itself as a global leader in AI optical connectivity infrastructure. Built on its three core preform technologies—PCVD, VAD, and OVD—the company has developed a comprehensive “Superior Fibre” portfolio that includes G.654.E fibre, multi-core fibre, and hollow-core fibre (HFC), designed to meet the most demanding transmission needs.

With over a decade of global expansion, YOFC now operates eight production facilities across six countries, serving more than 100 markets worldwide. Through active participation in international standard-setting and cross-industry collaboration, YOFC continues to drive digital and intelligent transformation on a global scale, making high-speed, reliable optical connectivity a driving force behind the advancement of digital society—supporting a smarter, more connected, and more inclusive digital future.

Global industry partners, customers and media are invited to join YOFC at booth 5A30 at MWC Barcelona 2026 from March 2 to 5.

The press conference for HCF launch will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on March 4 at T6, Hall 8.0.

For more information, please visit https://en.yofc.com/

CGTN: How China’s path of democracy safeguards people’s rights and interests

Ahead of China’s annual key political meetings – the Two Sessions, CGTN published an article elaborating how China’s whole-process people’s democracy works at the grassroots level and how it safeguards the rights and interests of the people. Through a comprehensive introduction of China’s democratic practice, the article stresses that this approach fosters broad and continuous participation, ensuring that governance decisions reflect the collective will and evolving needs of society.

BEIJING, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A legislative outreach office in Shanghai’s Changning District, established in 2015 in the Hongqiao Subdistrict by the Legislative Affairs Commission of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC), has become a landmark in China’s democratic progress.

Residents can offer suggestions and feedback on legislative work close to home. Through this office, the opinions of local residents gathered by legislators were relayed to higher levels and taken into consideration during the legislation process.

The Shanghai neighborhood has come to epitomize the country’s whole-process people’s democracy following a visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping in November 2019, when he coined the term for the first time.

As of 2025, the Legislative Affairs Commission of the NPC Standing Committee had established 54 such outreach offices across the country, and there were more than 7,800 such offices established by provincial or municipal legislatures. These platforms have served as vital bridges between residents and lawmakers, ensuring that democratic participation is embedded in the legislative process.

While Western democracies often equate democracy with elections, China’s whole-process people’s democracy ensures public participation throughout the entire process of governance, covering all aspects of the democratic process and all sectors of society. This approach fosters broad and continuous participation, ensuring that governance decisions reflect the collective will and evolving needs of society.

Extensive participation

China’s whole-process people’s democracy integrates democratic practices across all government levels and at every stage of policymaking – from election and consultation to decision-making, implementation and oversight.

It is embodied in the Two Sessions – the annual meetings of China’s top legislature, the NPC and the top political advisory body, the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). Thousands of NPC deputies and CPPCC National Committee members convene in Beijing to deliberate on and discuss major policies and governance matters, representing a broad cross-section of society.

Over the years, innovation and creativity in grassroots democracy across urban and rural areas nationwide have become more dynamic than ever, unleashing great vitality at the grassroots level. From “courtyard meeting halls” and “bench meetings” to offline “roundtable meetings” and online “deliberation groups,” these pragmatic democratic practices based on local characteristics have provided sustained momentum for the development of China’s democracy.

In 2025, various departments of the State Council handled a total of 8,754 suggestions from NPC deputies and 4,868 proposals from CPPCC National Committee members, accounting for 95.6 percent and 97.3 percent of the total number of suggestions and proposals, respectively, according to a press conference held by the State Council Information Office on Friday. In particular, these departments adopted more than 4,900 suggestions and proposals from deputies and members, and issued more than 2,200 related policies and measures.

Pooling wisdom for 15th Five-Year Plan

The drafting of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) for economic and social development provides another vivid example. Deliberations on the draft outline are among the most closely watched items on the agenda of this year’s Two Sessions.

On Friday, a key leadership meeting was held to discuss a draft outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan and a draft government work report to be submitted by the State Council to the upcoming annual session of the national legislature for review.

Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan has been a process of practicing whole-process people’s democracy. From May 20 to June 20 last year, China launched an online public consultation to gather opinions for its next five-year plan. The initiative drew over 3.11 million valid submissions, yielding more than 1,500 constructive suggestions across 27 topics.

A summary of these findings was reviewed by Xi and submitted to the Party leadership, ensuring that citizens’ voices were heard at the highest level. By September, a total of 2,112 suggestions had been collected from various regions, departments and sectors, resulting in 218 revisions to the document.

This broad-based participation demonstrates that national development strategies are rooted in public will, gathering strong momentum for Chinese modernization.

“This whole-process people’s democracy China is carrying out aligns with the goal of putting the people at the center. It enables them to decide and feel that they are the protagonists of the historical process that is taking place in China and the beneficiaries of the transformations that are happening,” said Argentine sociologist Marcelo Rodriguez, director of the Hector P. Agosti Center for Marxist Studies and Training.

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AION UT Makes Its Appearance in Hong Kong, Defining a New Benchmark for Fashion and Intelligence

HONG KONG, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GAC AION UT made its grand debut along the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong. The arrival of AION UT is a sincere work tailored for urban travel after GAC’s in-depth insight into the needs of the Hong Kong market. In Hong Kong, a modern city with a fast pace and pursuit of quality, local users value high cost performance and convenient practicality, as well as fashionable design and environmental protection. They need an all-round vehicle that can balance commuting and family travel.

 

Designed by the Milan Design Center, the AION UT is crafted specifically for modern urban life. It reflects GAC’s leading technological capabilities while leveraging its core advantage. Recognized as a model that truly understands urban lifestyle, the AION UT provides users with richer low-carbon, intelligent mobility options.

Looking ahead, GAC will continue to deepen its presence in the Hong Kong market, take Hong Kong as a strategic pivot, accelerate the expansion of the global market, and set a new benchmark for Chinese automotive brands “Ecosystem Globalization”.

For further information about GAC, please visit: https://www.gacgroup.com/en or follow us on social.

AION UT in Hong Kong: Leading the New Trend in Green and Intelligent Mobility

HONG KONG, Feb. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GAC AION UT made its grand debut along the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong. The arrival of AION UT is a sincere work tailored for urban travel after GAC’s in-depth insight into the needs of the Hong Kong market. In Hong Kong, a modern city with a fast pace and pursuit of quality, local users value high cost performance and convenient practicality, as well as fashionable design and environmental protection. They need an all-round vehicle that can balance commuting and family travel.

 

Designed by the Milan Design Center, the AION UT is crafted specifically for modern urban life. It reflects GAC’s leading technological capabilities while leveraging its core advantage. Recognized as a model that truly understands urban lifestyle, the AION UT provides users with richer low-carbon, intelligent mobility options.

Looking ahead, GAC will continue to deepen its presence in the Hong Kong market, takes Hong Kong as a strategic pivot, accelerate the expansion of the global market, and set a new benchmark for Chinese automotive brands “Ecosystem Globalization”.

For further information about GAC, please visit: https://www.gacgroup.com/en or follow us on social.