Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards and Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards 2025 China Chapter Celebrates Exemplary Business Excellence and Responsible Leadership

Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – The Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) and Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) China Chapter successfully concluded its latest edition, honoring the nation’s most exceptional enterprises and visionary business leaders at the forefront of innovation, resilience, and sustainable growth in an increasingly … Read more

VinFast launches all-electric VF 7 suv in Indonesia

Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – VinFast today officially introduced and began sales of the VF 7, a C-segment all-electric SUV with right-hand drive, in Indonesia. The VF 7 marks the fifth model in VinFast’s lineup for the archipelago nation, solidifying the Company’s position as a leader … Read more

Alibaba Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Coding Model Qwen3-Coder

Source: Media Outreach HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – Alibaba has launched Qwen3-Coder, its most advanced agentic AI coding model to date. Designed for high-performance software development, Qwen3-Coder excels in agentic AI coding tasks, from generating new codes and managing complex coding workflows to debugging across entire codebases. Qwen3-Coder-480B-A35B-Instruct achieves … Read more

XTransfer Announces Over 700,000 Global Customers

Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – XTransfer, the World’s Leading & China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, announces that its global enterprise customer base has exceeded 700,000. This significant milestone highlights the platform’s remarkable achievements in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand globally. As … Read more

X.me Foundation Empowers Global Expansion of the X.me Social Media Platform

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – X.me (https://x.me) is a social media platform where users can freely express themselves, share content, engage, and interact while earning rewards from the platform. More than just a social media platform, X.me is an innovative ecosystem offering a secure, compliant, and open … Read more

OCBC Hong Kong Unveils New Brand Campaign

Source: Media Outreach Connected to “As One Group, OCBC Enables Aspiration All Across ASEAN and Greater China”Demonstrating the Unwavering Commitment in Realising Customer’s AspirationsHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (“OCBC Hong Kong”) remains committed to supporting both businesses and individuals with comprehensive banking solutions. … Read more

Health and Employment – Review highlights under-staffing at Nelson Hospital – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation A review of Nelson Hospital has confirmed concerns that staff shortages are increasing wait times and delaying people getting the care they need, the New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says. The Nelson Marlborough Clinical Quality and Systems Review carried out by Te Whatu Ora was released … Read more

NZ renews commitment to Pacific health, agriculture

Source: New Zealand Government Pacific Peoples Minister Dr Shane Reti this week attended the Pacific Islands Forum Economic Ministers Meeting in Suva, Fiji, where he reaffirmed New Zealand’s commitment to Pacific-led priorities and announced new support for climate resilience and public health. “This week’s Forum focused on strengthening regional ties and tackling key challenges like … Read more

Affordable homes to address Te Kūiti housing shortage

Source: New Zealand Government Mā te hononga ka whai kaha.  Te Kūiti whānau will enjoy greater access to modern affordable rental housing thanks to an Iwi-led partnership backed by the Government, Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka says. The Government has approved in principle $17million into a partnership with Ngāti Maniapoto that will build 40 affordable … Read more

Health – Nelson Hospital review fails to hold leadership to account – ASMS says

Source: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists The review of Nelson Hospital released by Health New Zealand today is little more than a ‘plan to make a plan’ the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists says. The review just restates well-established problems with leadership and severe understaffing at Nelson Hospital which are causing delayed care for hundreds of … Read more

Asia Pacific – Sixth Street Welcomes Stuart Wrigley to Expand Firm’s Presence in Asia Pacific

Source: Sixth Street Establishes new Singapore office to deepen local relationships and expand investment capabilities SAN FRANCISCO & SINGAPORE – Sixth Street, a leading global investment firm, today announced the appointment of Stuart Wrigley as Partner, Head of Sixth Street Asia Pacific and Head of Capital Formation and Strategy International. Wrigley will also lead the … Read more

AECOM to enhance mobility across the Greater Bay Area by delivering the Hong Kong Section of Hong Kong–Shenzhen Western Rail Link (Hung Shui Kiu-Qianhai)

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced that its joint venture with AtkinsRéalis has been awarded the consultancy agreement by the Highways Department of the HKSAR Government for the Hong Kong Section of Hong Kong–Shenzhen Western Rail Link (Hung … Read more

Jollibee Group Evolves its Corporate Brand to Help Power Global Growth

Source: Media Outreach Brand update brings to life its global purpose and positioning as a unified group of brands MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – The Jollibee Group, one of the world’s fastest-growing restaurant companies, has officially launched its evolved corporate brand, marking a major milestone in aligning the company’s … Read more

Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow 2025 Youth Innovation Competition is Now On

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025, the highly-anticipated youth innovation competition, is back for its ninth edition in Singapore! As the nation gears up to celebrate SG60 in the coming weeks, this year’s Solve for Tomorrow provides a platform for youths to step … Read more

Speech to the 2025 LGNZ Conference – Delivering for Ratepayers Together

Source: New Zealand Government Introduction – Grounding in shared reality Thank you to LGNZ for the opportunity to speak today, and thank you to the mayors, chairs, and councillors in the room for putting your names forward to serve your communities. Right now, the cost of living is top of mind for every Kiwi: food, … Read more

CUHK Faculty of Engineering: Advancing Innovation Through Research Excellence and Global Collaboration

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – The Faculty of Engineering at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) continues to strengthen its position in global engineering education and research, with notable achievements across multiple engineering disciplines including Computer Science, Information Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical … Read more

Adecco Singapore Marks 40 Years of Enabling Talent and Business Growth

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – Adecco Singapore has officially commemorated its 40th anniversary with a stakeholder event held at the National Gallery Singapore. The occasion marked four decades of providing workforce solutions and contributing to Singapore’s evolving labour market. Adecco Singapore 40th Anniversary Since its founding in … Read more

Ministers release Homelessness Insights Report

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has released the latest Homelessness Insights Report and announced a series of actions to reduce the number of people living without shelter, including sleeping rough in New Zealand, Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka say. “Homelessness is a problem New Zealand has grappled with for … Read more

Proposed amendments to the Animal Products Notice: Official Assurance Requirements

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say New Zealand Food Safety is proposing changes to the Animal Products Notice: Official Assurance Requirements. In 2024, the Notice was published as a result of the amalgamation of 2 separate notices, the: Official Assurances Specifications for Animal Material and Animal Products Official Assurances Specifications for Dairy … Read more

Employment and Politics – 90,000 strong pay equity petition delivered to MPs – CTU

Source: NZCTU Women representing the more than 300,000 workers in female-dominated industries affected by the Government’s gutting of Aotearoa New Zealand’s pay equity system have today delivered a petition of 93,924 people to opposition MPs at Parliament. “The Government has made it virtually impossible for people in female-dominated industries to be paid fairly, but this … Read more

HeyMax Acquires Hong Kong’s krip to Accelerate Regional Expansion into Loyalty and Rewards Market

Source: Media Outreach HeyMax’s first acquisition fast-tracks its regional expansion, bringing over 6,000 credit card deals offered by over 3,000 merchants, and personalized loyalty experiences to consumers in Hong Kong and travelers visiting the city. SINGAPORE and HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2025 – HeyMax, a leading loyalty and travel … Read more

Speech to the Biogas Bridge Forum

Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa. Good morning everyone and thank you for the warm welcome. It’s a pleasure to be here today at the Biogas Bridge Forum, surrounded by innovators, industry leaders, and passionate advocates for a more sustainable energy future. MIL OSI

Environment – EPA approves new fruit fungicide

Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has approved a fungicide with a new active ingredient that controls blackspot and powdery mildew on apples and pears, and Botrytis on grapes. UPL New Zealand Limited applied to import or manufacture Rhapsody, a fungicide containing 218 g/L ipflufenoquin, a chemical new to New Zealand. UPL says … Read more

Heritage NZ – Altared States concert series coming up at Old St Paul’s

Source: Heritage New Zealand Wellington’s iconic Old St Paul’s (OSP) is partnering with Pyramid Club to present Altared States – a transcendent new series of concerts featuring electronic music by some of Wellington’s leading artists. Inspired by Brian Sweeney’s New York-founded Ambient Church, Altared States promises an immersive sonic experience that invites audiences to explore sound … Read more

Defence News – US and NZ Army leaders strengthen strategic partnership

Source: New Zealand Defence Force United States Army Pacific (USARPAC) Commanding General, General Ronald P. Clark, met this week with New Zealand Chief of Army, Major General Rose King, to reaffirm the strong and enduring military relationship between the two nations and advance efforts to bolster security cooperation, readiness, and interoperability across the Indo-Pacific region. … Read more

New law to support safe, responsible space use

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation regulating ground-based space infrastructure to deter foreign interference and protect New Zealand’s national interests has passed all stages under urgency in Parliament, Space Minister Judith Collins says. “The Outer Space High Altitude Activities Amendment Bill is a significant milestone and enhances New Zealand’s national security with immediate effect,” Ms Collins says. … Read more

Federated Farmers Statement on Greenpeace

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers Statement: Greenpeace vandals must lose charitable status Federated Farmers is renewing its call for Greenpeace to be stripped of its charitable status immediately, following the extreme activist group’s latest illegal publicity stunt. “Greenpeace need to be held accountable for their repeated illegal activity and the spread of harmful misinformation,” Southland … Read more