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MUMBAI, INDIA, Dec 13, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - SRKay Consulting Group announces the release of its highly anticipated whitepaper, “Strategic Insights for Establishing a GCC in India: A C-Suite Perspective.” This comprehensive report provides global corporations with actionable strategies to harness India’s unparalleled advantages, including cost efficiency, an innovation-driven workforce, and a supportive regulatory ecosystem.With over 1,700 GCCs employing 1.66 million professionals, India is a global hub for innovation and operational excellence. The whitepaper explores the factors behind India’s rapid growth as the premier destination for GCCs, offering businesses a roadmap to long-term success.Key Highlights from the Whitepaper1. Strategic Advantages:- Up to 70% savings on IT talent acquisition costs compared to developed markets.- Regulatory frameworks like 100% FDI and simplified compliance make India an ideal investment choice.2. Technological Innovation:- Investments in AI, machine learning, and RPA are driving India’s GCCs toward global leadership in digital transformation.- Adoption of emerging technologies like Digital Twins and generative AI is reshaping industries.3. Diverse GCC Models:- Captive, vendor-managed, and co-sourced models allow businesses to align GCCs with their unique operational goals.4. Case Studies:- Walmart: Leveraging AI in Bengaluru for enhanced supply chain management and customer experience.- AWS: Driving India’s digital transformation through multi-billion-dollar investments in Hyderabad.- Goldman Sachs: Balancing financial innovation with community development initiatives.5. Future Trends:- By 2030, India’s GCC workforce is projected to grow to 4.5 million, underlining its importance as a global business hub.- Increased focus on R&D, innovation, and sector diversification to drive sustained growth.Expert Insights"India’s GCC ecosystem has evolved from a cost-driven model to a value-centric hub for global innovation and transformation. Our whitepaper offers a step-by-step guide for organizations seeking to establish, scale, and innovate in India." — Karunjit Kumar Dhir, CEO, SRKay Consulting GroupWhy Download the Whitepaper- Discover the top strategic locations in India for GCCs, including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune.- Learn about state-specific incentives and policies that enable seamless market entry.- Explore real-world case studies that showcase how leading companies are leveraging India’s resources for global impact.Download the Whitepaper and take the first step toward building a GCC that drives innovation and operational excellence.About SRKay Consulting GroupOperating across eight countries, SRKay Consulting Group specializes in establishing efficient GCCs and offshore entities. With a focus on innovation, regulatory expertise, and operational precision, SRKay empowers businesses to unlock global opportunities and achieve sustainable growth.Contact Information:Komaldeep KaurEmail: Komal@mianext.com Explore More: www.srkay.com  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Dec 16, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The right credit card makes every swipe more convenient and rewarding. Cardholders earn rewards or miles when they shop with Citi credit cards and enjoy an exciting new world of deals, discounts, and perks. Here's what to expect with a rewards credit card .Citi Rewards CardLooking to make the best of every purchase? The Citi Rewards Card offers a host of benefits that help cardholders get more from every swipe.Sign-up bonus: Cardmembers get a welcome gift of 40,000 bonus Citi ThankYou Points when they spend S$800 within the first two months of opening a credit card account.10X points on online purchases: Cardmembers earn 10X points on online payments for groceries, food delivery, ride-hailing services and more.10X points on in-store purchases: Rack up points on in-store credit card payments at department stores, clothing stores and other eligible locations.1 Point on all other purchases: Earn at least one Citi ThankYou Point per S$1 for all purchases.Flexible redemption: The Citi ThankYou Rewards program offers different ways to redeem points. Cardholders can pay for purchases with points, claim cash rebates or choose the reward they want from a wide range of options in the redemption catalogue.Citi PremierMiles CardThe Citi PremierMiles Card is for frequent travellers who want to make every journey count. A miles credit card offers never-expiring miles on a range of purchases from travel expenses to rent and insurance premiums.Bonus Points/Miles Earned on select purchases: Cardmembers earn1.2 Citi Miles on every S$1 spent locally2.2 Citi Miles for every S$1 spent in foreign currencyUp to 10 Citi Miles for every S$1 spent on select online travel bookingsA bonus of 10,000 Citi Miles on annual card renewals0.55 Miles earned per S$1 spent bill payments with Citi PayAll: This includes education expenses, electricity bills, rent, insurance premiums, select taxes (income tax, property tax, other tax types, and composition fees to IRAS), and miscellaneous expenses such as renovations, utilities, parking and transport, maintenance fees, donations, and wedding expenses.Travel insurance: Cardmembers enjoy travel insurance coverage of up to S$1 million on travel tickets purchased with their Citi PremierMiles CardLounge access: Cardholders get two annual complimentary visits to airport lounges worldwide.Flexible redemption: The Citi Miles program offers different ways to redeem miles. Cardholders can offset purchases with miles, get cash rebates or choose the reward they want from a wide range of options in the redemption catalogue.Benefits beyond rewardsThe perks of holding a points- or miles-earning credit card don't end at reward redemption. Cardmembers also enjoy:Citi World Privileges access: Cardmembers enjoy deals and discounts at participating merchants in Singapore and beyond.Citi PayLite: Cardholders can break large credit card expenses into more manageable monthly payments.Citi FlexiBill: Easily convert a monthly credit card balance into smaller instalments.Citi QuickCash: Need cash urgently? Citi QuickCash lets cardmembers access cash loans at interest rates as low as 3.45% p.a. (EIR 6.5% p.a.).It's important for credit card applicants to compare annual fees and interest rates as well as read their credit card agreement carefully before getting a credit card.Citibank SingaporeCitibank Singapore offers consumers and institutions a range of financial products and services, including consumer and investment banking, credit cards, and personal loans. Citibank Singapore aims to deliver holistic and innovative solutions to clients and meet the increasingly complex strategies of its regional client base in the APAC in an ever-changing financial landscape.The content reflects the view of the author of the article and does not necessarily reflect the views of Citi or its employees. Please read the products and offers on Citibank Singapore website for accuracy or completeness of the information presented in the article.CONTACT:Sonakshi MurzeManagersonakshi.murze@iquanti.comSOURCE: CITI Singapore Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

WATERLOO, ON and EDEN PRAIRIE, MN, Dec 16, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Arctic Wolf® and BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB), two global leaders in security software and services, today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for Arctic Wolf to acquire BlackBerry's Cylance® endpoint security assets. Cylance is the pioneer of AI-based endpoint protection trusted by thousands of organizations around the world. With this acquisition, Arctic Wolf ushers in a new era of simplicity, flexibility, and outcomes to the endpoint security market, delivering the security operations results customers have been asking for.Under the terms of the agreement, BlackBerry will sell its Cylance assets to Arctic Wolf for $160 million of cash, subject to certain adjustments, and approximately 5.5 million common shares of Arctic Wolf. After allowing for the purchase price adjustments, BlackBerry will receive approximately $80 million of cash at closing and approximately $40 million of cash one year following the closing.The proposed transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in BlackBerry's fourth fiscal quarter.Arctic Wolf is a leader in AI-powered security operations, delivering its solutions from a single open platform to meet customers' needs for effective, comprehensive, and reliable security outcomes. With the addition of Cylance's trailblazing suite of endpoint security capabilities and enhanced AI functionality, Arctic Wolf will bolster its position as a market-leading platform provider, offering coverage from the endpoint to the edge.As many organizations are looking to consolidate an increasing number of disparate security tools, there is a rapidly growing demand for end-to-end platforms."Security has an operations and effectiveness problem and endpoint solutions alone have failed to live up to the outcomes they have promised for years," said Nick Schneider, president and chief executive officer, Arctic Wolf. "By incorporating Cylance's endpoint security capabilities into our open-XDR Aurora platform, we will be addressing a rampant need for a truly unified, effective security operations that delivers better outcomes for customers. We believe we will be able to rapidly eliminate alert fatigue, reduce total risk exposure, and help customers unlock further value with our warranty and insurability programs.""I am incredibly excited to partner with Arctic Wolf through this agreement," said John Giamatteo, chief executive officer of BlackBerry. "We see this transaction as a win-win for our shareholders and all other stakeholders. Our customers will realize the benefits of continuity of service and the expertise that a global cybersecurity leader like Arctic Wolf provides. Arctic Wolf benefits by adding Cylance's endpoint security solutions to its native platform. Finally, as Arctic Wolf leverages its scale to build upon and grow the Cylance business, BlackBerry will benefit as a reseller of the portfolio to our large government customers and as a shareholder of the company."There will be no impact to BlackBerry's Secure Communications portfolio of businesses, which include BlackBerry® UEM, BlackBerry® AtHoc® and BlackBerry® SecuSUITE®. The Secure Communications business will remain an integral part of the BlackBerry portfolio.Redefining the Modern Security Platform for Customers and PartnersWith the addition of a native endpoint security solution to its portfolio, Arctic Wolf is building one of the largest open XDR security platforms in the industry, enabling customers and partners to have the option to leverage more than 15 supported endpoint solutions. Arctic Wolf is currently the only security operations leader offering this type of optionality, which combined with its comprehensive approach to minimizing risk through security operations, makes it uniquely positioned to drive value for customers of all sizes and security maturity.Cylance has a long history of recognition as a market leader, known for stopping 98% of attacks before they begin and trusted by many of the world's leading organizations for its AI-driven prevention and detection. Recently, Cylance was named 2024 Customers' Choice for endpoint protection platforms (EPP) by Gartner® Peer Insights™ for the second consecutive year. By integrating Cylance into its portfolio, Arctic Wolf will provide a world-class endpoint protection solution that rivals the best in the industry, complementing its endpoint offering with one of the largest commercial SOCs in the world that delivers unified security operations and comprehensive attack surface coverage."Organizations are looking to unify tools and operations via a single platform that can effectively analyze and respond to security threats, drive consistent security outcomes, and demonstrably minimize risk," said Dan Schiappa, chief product and services officer, Arctic Wolf. "In the past, this has been a near-impossible, costly goal for resource-constrained leaders. By adding endpoint security to our platform, we will be delivering the security outcomes organizations want in one, frictionless operational platform to go toe-to-toe with today's advanced threats, while maintaining our commitment to customers and partners leveraging other endpoint solutions."Perella Weinberg Partners LP served as exclusive financial adviser to BlackBerry and Morrison Foerster LLP served as legal adviser to BlackBerry. Cooley LLP served as legal adviser to Arctic Wolf.Join BlackBerry's CEO and CFO today, Monday, December 16, at 5:30 p.m.ETfor more information on today's announcement. The call, which will be live streamed to the general public, can be accessed using the following link (here), through the Company's investor webpage (BlackBerry.com/Investors), or by dialing toll free +1 (844) 763-8275 and entering Elite Entry Number 51772. A replay will be available at approximately 8:30 p.m. ET today, using the same webcast link (here) or by dialing toll free +1 (877) 481-4010 and entering Replay Access Code 51772.Read more about Arctic Wolf's intent to acquire Cylance in a blog post from Arctic Wolf's Chief Product and Services Officer, Dan Schiappa.Additional Resources:Join the conversation with Arctic Wolf on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTubeVisit arcticwolf.com to learn more about our security operations solutionsIf you're ready to get started, request a demo, get a quote, or conduct a Security Operations Maturity AssessmentWant to join Arctic Wolf's Partner Program? Apply todayAbout BlackBerryBlackBerry (NYSE:BB)(TSX:BB) provides intelligent security software and services to enterprises and governments around the world. The company's software powers over 255M vehicles. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company leverages AI and machine learning to deliver innovative solutions in the areas of cybersecurity, safety, and data privacy solutions, and is a leader in the areas of endpoint management, endpoint security, encryption, and embedded systems. BlackBerry's vision is clear - to secure a connected future you can trust. For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry.Trademarks, including but not limited to BLACKBERRY and EMBLEM Design, are the trademarks or registered trademarks of BlackBerry Limited, and the exclusive rights to such trademarks are expressly reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. BlackBerry is not responsible for any third-party products or services.About Arctic Wolf:Arctic Wolf® is a global leader in security operations, enabling customers to manage their cyber risk in the face of modern cyber-attacks via a premier cloud-native security operations platform. The Arctic Wolf Aurora Platform ingests and analyzes more than 7 trillion security events a week to help enable cyber defense at an unprecedented capacity and scale, empowering customers of virtually any size across a wide range of industries to feel confident in their security posture, readiness, and long-term resilience. By delivering automated threat protection, response, and remediation capabilities, Arctic Wolf delivers world-class security operations with the push of a button so customers can defend their greatest assets at the speed of data. For more information about Arctic Wolf, visit arcticwolf.com or follow us at @AWNetworks, on LinkedIn or Facebook.© 2024 Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc., All Rights Reserved. Arctic Wolf, Aurora, Alpha AI, Arctic Wolf Security Operations Cloud, Arctic Wolf Managed Detection and Response, Arctic Wolf Managed Risk, Arctic Wolf Managed Security Awareness, Arctic Wolf Incident Response, and Arctic Wolf Concierge Security Team are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc. or Arctic Wolf Networks Canada, Inc. and any subsidiaries in Canada, the United States, and/or other countries.BlackBerry Investor Contact:BlackBerry Investor Relations+1 (519) 888-7465investorrelations@blackberry.comBlackBerry Media Contacts:BlackBerry Media Relations+1 (519) 597-7273mediarelations@BlackBerry.comArctic Wolf Press Contact:Ilina Cashiolailina.cashiola@arcticwolf.com202-340-0517This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of certain securities laws, including under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws, including statements regarding the proposed transaction between BlackBerry and Arctic Wolf, the amounts and types of consideration BlackBerry will receive in connection therewith, the anticipated timing and results of the proposed transaction, the potential benefits of the proposed transaction for BlackBerry's customers and shareholders, the expectations and beliefs of BlackBerry, and other statements that are not historical facts.The words "expect", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "should", "could", "intend", "believe", "target", "plan" and similar expressions are intended to identify these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are based on BlackBerry's current plans, objectives, estimates, assumptions, expectations and intentions and inherently involve significant risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond BlackBerry's control. Many factors could cause actual achievements with respect to the transaction and the timing of events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, risks and uncertainty associated with Arctic Wolf's and BlackBerry's ability to complete the proposed transaction on the proposed terms or on the anticipated timeline, or at all; risks and uncertainties related to the satisfaction of conditions to consummate the proposed transaction; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the purchase agreement relating to the proposed transaction; effects relating to the announcement of the proposed transaction or any further announcements or the consummation of the proposed transaction on the market price of BlackBerry's common shares; failure to realize the expected benefits of the proposed transaction, including risks associated with the payment of consideration post-closing and the availability of funds therefor and risks related to the value of Arctic Wolf's common shares; risks related to future opportunities and plans for BlackBerry's business, including its Secure Communications portfolio, and results of BlackBerry following completion of the proposed transaction; the risk of litigation in connection with the proposed transaction, including resulting expense or delay; significant transaction costs and/or unknown or inestimable liabilities; risks related to diverting the attention of BlackBerry management from ongoing business operations; risks related to the proposed transaction disrupting BlackBerry's operations and making it more difficult to conduct business as usual or for BlackBerry to maintain relationships with customers, resellers, channel partners or other third parties; adverse economic, geopolitical and environmental conditions; and other risks and uncertainties affecting BlackBerry, including those described from time to time under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in BlackBerry's SEC filings and reports, including those discussed in BlackBerry's Annual Report on Form 10-K and the "Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" section of BlackBerry's MD&A (copies of which filings may be obtained at www.sedar.com or www.sec.gov). All of these factors should be considered carefully and readers should not place undue reliance on BlackBerry's forward-looking statements. Moreover, other risks and uncertainties of which BlackBerry is not currently aware may also affect its forward-looking statements and may cause actual results and the timing of events to differ materially from those anticipated.The forward-looking statements made in this news release are made only as of the date hereof or as of the dates indicated in the forward-looking statements and reflect the views stated therein with respect to future events as at such dates. BlackBerry has no intention and undertakes no obligation, and expressly disclaims any obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.SOURCE: BlackBerry Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

DUBAI, Dec 16, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The recent unveiling of Google’s ‘Willow’ quantum chip has ignited significant discussion throughout the ecosystem, sparking urgent questions about its implications for blockchain security. Leaders are in a unique position of responsibility to understand where we are in this rapidly evolving landscape and determine the necessary steps to address this formidable threat.As the unveiling of Willow triggered liquidations exceeding $1.7 billion, the industry is reeling from the real-world impact of heightened fears of future vulnerabilities. The question is no longer if quantum computing will disrupt blockchain security but when. In this moment of unknowing, where panic is growing, Quranium steps forward to shed light with the release of its previously unreleased Enterprise Quantum Readiness Survey.The survey, which was conducted among nearly 100 CTOs and IT executives from large global organisations across various sectors - reveals a critical gap: while 75% of organizations acknowledge the disruptive potential of quantum computing, 60% have yet to begin concrete preparations. This lack of readiness amplifies the urgency of action, especially as quantum technology rapidly transitions from theoretical to practical applications.A New Era of RiskThe Willow chip’s 105-qubit power demonstrates quantum computing’s potential to render current cryptographic systems obsolete. Kapil Dhiman, CEO of Quranium, stresses the immediacy of the challenge:“Quantum computing will redefine digital security. Algorithms that have protected data for decades are now at risk, and industries must act quickly to build resilient systems that withstand this quantum disruption.”This warning is echoed in reports from leading organizations like NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), which predict the deprecation of critical encryption algorithms by 2030, alongside warnings about “harvest now, decrypt later” threats—where encrypted data is collected today for decryption in the quantum future.Survey Highlights: The State of Quantum ReadinessQuranium’s survey reveals critical insights into the state of enterprise quantum preparedness:Recognizing the Threat but Lagging in Action: Over 75% of respondents predict significant disruption from quantum computing within the next decade. Yet, nearly two-thirds of organizations remain unprepared, creating vulnerabilities in industries reliant on secure data handling.Barriers to Readiness: Security concerns, high perceived costs, and a lack of technical expertise are the top challenges. While 45% of respondents indicate a willingness to invest in quantum solutions, most have not taken tangible steps to address these barriers.Collaboration and Training Gaps: Only 30% of organizations actively collaborate with academic institutions or quantum technology firms, and just 25% offer formal training on quantum technologies to employees, leaving industries ill-equipped to handle the transition.Slow Adoption of Quantum-Resistant Encryption: While some companies have started implementing quantum-resistant encryption, more than half remain in exploratory phases or have taken no action, exposing critical systems to future vulnerabilities.What’s Next Bridging the Readiness GapThe quantum era is no longer a distant future—it is unfolding now. Quranium’s Enterprise Quantum Readiness Survey highlights the urgent need for industries to shift from awareness to action. This isn’t just a call for individual organizations to prepare but for the industry to unite under a cohesive strategy for resilience.DeQUIP (Decentralized Quantum-Uncrackable Infrastructure Protocol) represents a new market sector coined by Kapil Dhiman, CEO of Quranium. It serves as an industry standard that the ecosystem can join to collectively secure the decentralized world. Designed to safeguard decentralized systems against quantum threats, DeQUIP sets the standard for securing the digital future.Kapil Dhiman adds:“The industry must move beyond exploration and into execution. Quantum resilience isn’t just about responding to a threat—it’s about seizing the opportunity to redefine trust, security, and innovation in the digital age.”A Collective Call to ActionThe findings of the Enterprise Quantum Readiness Survey are a wake-up call for industries worldwide. With quantum computing already reshaping the technological landscape, the time to act is now. Organizations must assess their readiness, collaborate on solutions, and adopt quantum-resistant technologies to ensure their systems can withstand the quantum revolution.Quranium invites enterprises, policymakers, and innovators to join the movement toward a secure digital future. By aligning with standards like DeQUIP, we can collectively build a foundation that safeguards against the risks and harnesses the potential of quantum computing.Learn About DeQUIP: https://quranium.org/dequipAbout QuraniumQuranium is the quantum-uncrackable Layer 1 blockchain foundation for the future. Our decentralized ledger technology (DLT) infrastructure acts as a seamless, scalable bridge between Web2 and Web3, enabling digital adoption without compromising security. At the forefront of the ground-breaking new market sector known as DeQUIP (Decentralized Quantum-Uncrackable Infrastructure Protocol), Quranium is setting the benchmark for progress, redefining security in an ever-evolving digital landscape. We safeguard today’s data while fortifying against the threats of tomorrow.Visit: https://quranium.org/Follow Quranium on Social Media:X: @quranium_orgTelegram: Join the CommunityDiscord: Join the Quranium Discord Server!Together, let’s shape a future where security, resilience, and decentralization are not just promises—they’re the foundation. Join Quranium, be uncrackable.For Further Details and Partnership Inquiries, Please Contact:Claire CairnsMimi Ashmead-BartlettEmail: claire@quranium.org / mimi@quranium.org  Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- Themed “Powering the Next Growth Engine”, the 18th Asian Financial Forum 2025 (AFF), will be the region’s first major international financial and business event of the year.- Heavyweight speakers include Prof Justin Lin Yifu, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of the World Bank (2008-2012); Prof Stuart Russell, Co-Chair of the World Economic Forum's Council on AI; Dr Kai-Fu Lee, Chairman of Sinovation Ventures; and Joe Tsai, Chairman of the Alibaba Group.- The event brings together scholars, financial officials and business leaders from Mainland China, ASEAN, the Middle East, Europe and the United States to share invaluable insights.HONG KONG, Dec 17, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 18th Asian Financial Forum 2025 (AFF), co-organised by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) on 13 and 14 January (Monday and Tuesday). Themed “Powering the Next Growth Engine”, AFF will be the first major financial and business event in the region in the new year, bringing together more than 100 global policymakers, business leaders, financial experts and investors, entrepreneurs, tech giants and economists to share their views on issues related to political leadership, geopolitical tensions, monetary policy shifts, macroeconomic challenges and more. These industry heavyweights will discuss the latest developments in financial markets and investment opportunities and explore how Hong Kong can leverage its strengths as an international financial centre to seek breakthroughs in a period of change.Harnessing Hong Kong's unique advantages to demonstrate financial excellenceLaunched in 2007, the AFF has become a flagship financial event for Hong Kong and the broader region, showcasing the city’s status as an international financial centre and its role as a connector in spearheading regional financial activities. Against the backdrop of a constantly shifting global economic landscape, Hong Kong has been leveraging its unique geographical position, professional services and global perspective to continue fostering collaboration and ensuring mutual success between Asia and the world.Luanne Lim, Chairperson of the AFF Steering Committee and Chief Executive Officer, Hong Kong, of HSBC, said: “The geopolitical and economic landscape of 2025 is set to be fraught with challenges, underscoring the importance of international collaboration. The Forum adopts the theme ‘Powering the Next Growth Engine’, bringing together influential speakers and thought leaders to share insights, dissect the evolving global landscape and spotlight emerging investment opportunities. Key areas of focus include the growth potential of emerging markets such as Mainland China, ASEAN and the Middle East, as well as advancements in sectors like artificial intelligence, fintech, sustainability, philanthropy and family offices. The Forum continues to provide a premier platform for renowned global investors and fundraisers to collaborate and ignite new engines for growth with its strong international influence and diverse perspectives.”Impactful sessions spotlight global issuesThe Forum will feature a distinguished line-up of speakers, with a two-day programme featuring various panels and workshops, including plenary sessions, policy dialogues, keynote luncheons, breakfast panels and fireside chats, as well as thematic workshops focusing on development and innovation across different industries. It will continue to stage well-received sessions such as Global Economic Outlook, China Opportunities and CIO Insights. Global Economic Outlook will analyse international economic trends and provide insights into business opportunities and wealth accumulation in emerging industries and regions in 2025. China Opportunities will focus on examining the investment outlook in Mainland China under the acceleration of technological innovation and its impact on global businesses. CIO Insights will explore new opportunities for cross-regional cooperation from macroeconomic and asset allocation perspectives, offering participants insights and strategies that can help realise long-term growth. Financial pioneers share insights on future economyOne of the keynote speakers at AFF will be Prof Justin Lin Yifu, a globally renowned economist and Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of the World Bank (2008-2012). Prof Lin will deliver an in-depth analysis of the shifting global economic landscape and the impact on Mainland China and international markets, exploring strategies for achieving stable growth and driving rapid economic development amid a complex international environment.The Forum will also bring together scholars, financial officials and business leaders from the mainland, ASEAN, the Middle East, Europe and the United States to shed light on a range of key topics, including macroeconomics, China opportunities, investment prospects, artificial intelligence (AI) and fintech as well as sustainability.As the world's second largest economy, the mainland’s economic and industrial development plays a significant role in driving global economic growth. Heavyweight speakers include Dr Fred Hu, Founder and Chairman of Primavera Capital Group; Jin Liqun, President and Chair of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank; Li Yimei, Chief Executive Officer of China Asset Management, and Joe Tsai, Chairman of Alibaba Group, will take the stage at AFF to share their views.Emerging markets such as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the Middle East will also be spotlighted. Speakers from ASEAN will include Satvinder Singh, Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Economic Community of ASEAN while a new session will highlight the opportunities in financial cooperation and investment between the Middle East and Hong Kong, featuring speakers from the two places.A stellar line-up of speakers and company representatives from Europe and the US will offer new impetus at various panel discussions. Featured speakers include Edward Dolman, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Phillips Auctioneers; J Christopher Donahue, President & Chief Executive Officer of Federated Hermes, Inc; Antoine Gosset-Grainville, Chairman of the Board of Directors of AXA; Dr Hou Yang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Greater China Region and Global Senior Vice President of Microsoft; Philip Lane, Chief Economist and Member of the Executive Board of the European Central Bank; Vincent Mortier, Group Chief Investment Officer of Amundi; and Dr Olli Rehn, Governor and Chairman of the Board of the Bank of Finland.AI and fintech are having a profound impact as they become more broadly adopted in the financial services sector. Prof Stuart Russell, Co-chair of the World Economic Forum Council on AI; Dr Kai-Fu Lee, Chairman of Sinovation Ventures and Ken Wong, Executive Vice President of Lenovo and President of Lenovo Solutions & Services Group, will address the latest industry developments and prospects at the AFF. Prof Russell, Distinguished Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley and Co-chair of the World Economic Forum’s Council on AI and the OECD’s Expert Group on AI Futures, will explore the prospects of AI becoming a new engine for global economic growth.Sustainable development is another key topic at the AFF. In different sessions of the Forum, Sue Lloyd, Vice Chair of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB); Martin Neubert, Partner and Group Chief Investment Officer of Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, and Jiadi Yu, Chief Investment Officer of International Finance Corporation (IFC), will share views on how the adoption of the ISSB will contribute to market confidence in Hong Kong’s capital markets.Diverse exhibition zones create opportunities, innovative technologies drive growthThe Fintech Showcase, InnoVenture Salon, FintechHK Start-up Salon and Global Investment Zone will be assembled at the AFF to help fintech companies, start-ups and international investment agencies from around the world to connect businesses, showcase the latest technological innovations and promote collaboration.In addition to offering pitching and startup advisory sessions, the InnoVenture Salon features an exhibition of innovative technologies across various fields such as regtech, deep tech, green tech, health tech and food tech and agri-tech. This capacity-building support will connect entrepreneurs with potential clients, users and investors from different regions and industries, helping businesses refine their strategies, expand operations and thrive in the global market. Additionally, AFF Deal-making, a unique deal-sourcing and matching session, will build on the success of previous years to connect sources of funds and deals from around the world through one-on-one meetings.AFF – Hong Kong's major annual financial eventInternational large-scale events play a strategically important role for Hong Kong. As the first major financial event of the year, the AFF is designed to provide industry professionals with the latest insights and help them explore new opportunities. Early bird registration is now open for participants. The AFF is collaborating with various organisations to provide special travel, dining and shopping discounts and privileges for overseas participants, encouraging them to make the most of their stay and experience the vitality of Hong Kong. More details regarding the content, speaker lineup and media registration arrangements for the AFF will be announced at a press conference on 7 January 2025.Websites- Asian Financial Forum: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/about-aff- Programme: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/info-programme- Speaker list: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/speakersMembers of the media interested in interviewing speakers at the Asian Financial Forum should email ayiu@yuantung.com.hk or lsong@yuantung.com.hk by 8 January 2025.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3Bz8p9tThe Asian Financial Forum 2025, organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC, will be held on 13 and 14 January (Monday and Tuesday) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre under the theme “Powering the Next Growth Engine”. The picture shows scenes from the previous Forum held in January 2024.The 18th AFF features a keynote speech by Prof Justin Lin Yifu, Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of the World Bank (2008-2012) – a globally renowned development economist who has had a profound influence on both Chinese and international economic development.Prof Stuart Russell, Distinguished Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley and Co-chair of the World Economic Forum Council on AI and the OECD’s Expert Group on AI Futures, will share his expertise on artificial intelligence at the Forum.Media enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Agnes Yiu Tel: (852) 3428 5690 Email: ayiu@yuantung.com.hkLouise Song Tel: (852) 3428 5691 Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Katy Wong Tel: (852) 2584 4524 Email: katy.ky.wong@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw Tel: (852) 2584 4472 Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SINGAPORE, Dec 17, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - From December 25, 2024, West Air will launch a new Lhasa ⇌ Chongqing ⇌ Singapore international route. The opening of this route will promote cultural exchanges between western China and Singapore. It is also the first international route to be added since the official renaming of Lhasa Gongga International Airport.The route will be operated by an Airbus A319 with three round-trip flights per week. The outbound flight number is PN6425, operating on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, departing from Lhasa at 17:40, arriving in Chongqing at 20:30, departing from Chongqing at 22:50 (23:00 on Mondays), and arriving in Singapore at 03:55 the next day. The return flight number is PN6426, operating on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, departing from Singapore at 04:55, arriving in Chongqing at 09:40, departing from Chongqing at 12:20, and arriving in Lhasa at 15:20. Lhasa, the “City of Sunshine,” is the "spiritual home" of many travelers. Its rich religious culture and historical sites give it an atmosphere of tranquility and mystery. The magnificent Potala Palace, the lofty Tanggula Mountains, and the crystal-blue Namtso Lake attract tourists from all over the world. The new route builds a "two-way bridge" between the snowy plateau and the tropical island.Chongqing, as the operational center for the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Strategic Connectivity Demonstration Project, has strong strategic alignment with Singapore. The new route will serve as a bridge linking western China and the ASEAN region, creating an “air corridor” for the development of a new land-sea corridor in the west. This route will also play a significant role in promoting economic, trade, cultural, and tourism exchanges between Lhasa, Chongqing, and Singapore.Following the implementation of the China-Singapore Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement on February 9, 2024, Ordinary Passport Holders can now embark on a "just-go" journey. As a friendly neighbor of China, Singapore has no time difference, a welcoming Chinese-speaking environment, year-round summer temperatures, and excellent infrastructure. Singapore remains a top destination, offering everything from Michelin-starred restaurants and Nanyang street food to garden city landscapes and multicultural experiences.To celebrate the launch, West Air will introduce specialfares:Lhasa ⇌ Singapore round-trip tickets as low as RMB 1,888 (tax included)Chongqing ⇌ Singapore round-trip tickets as low as RMB 1,499 (tax included)Promotions will also be available on West Air’s official website (www.westair.cn) and TikTok live streams. One-way fares to Singapore start at RMB 350 (excluding tax), and fares from Singapore start at SGD 70 (excluding tax). (Offers are subject to availability. Prices may change; please refer to official updates.)West Air is also offering a range of travel-friendly policies:10% discounts for tickets purchased 7 days in advance for small group travelers.Additional 20KG baggage allowance for international students and immediate family members (available via call center 95373 or at the counter)."Baggage Beneficial Offer" product, providing a 30KG free baggage limit.Preferential fares for connecting flights through intermodal transport with Hainan Airlines and other domestic partners.About West AirAs a subsidiary of HNA Airlines, West Air continues to strengthen its operations under Liaoning Fangda Group, which celebrates its third anniversary on December 8, 2024. In alignment with the Chongqing Municipal Government's goals, West Air has consistently expanded its international routes originating from Chongqing. Since 2016, the airline has launched direct routes from Chongqing to Singapore, Phuket, Osaka, Mandalay, Jeju, Bangkok, and Hanoi, forming a robust international network across Asia. These routes have strengthened Chongqing's connectivity with key Asian destinations, contributing to local economic development and supporting the city's growth as a leading aviation hub.Looking ahead, West Air will expand its investments in “Belt and Road” countries and open additional routes to meet growing passenger demand while supporting national strategies and regional development.Media contact:Wani Diwarkarwani@prbespoke.com +65 9832 0643 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

SHANGHAI, Dec 17, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, “Everest”, or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, clinical development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative therapeutics, today announced that the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China has officially accepted the New Drug Application (NDA) for VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod) for the treatment of patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). VELSIPITY(R) is an effective and convenient, once-daily, oral treatment for patients with moderately to severely active UC.VELSIPITY(R) was officially approved by the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau of Macau in April 2024, and was introduced in the Greater Bay Area in October through the "Hong Kong and Macau Medicine and Equipment Connect" policy. VELSIPITY(R) is now the third commercialized product of Everest Medicines.“We are pleased to see that the NDA for VELSIPITY(R) has been officially accepted in mainland China., "said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines. “If approved, China would represent the third approval of VELSIPITY(R) in Everest’s licensed territories for the drug after Macau and Singapore. By 2030, the number of patients with UC in China is expected to more than double compared to 2019, reaching approximately 1 million, with a significant unmet need for innovative therapies. We are committed to expanding access to VELSIPITY(R), with the goal of benefiting more patients living with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis. "" As the only drug that has been proven to be effective in UC patients with moderately to severely active isolated proctitis in global Phase III clinical trials, the official acceptance of the NDA for VELSIPITY(R) in mainland China brings hope to many patients,” said Prof. Wu Kaichun with the First Affiliated Hospital of AFMU who is the principal investigator for etrasimod’s Asia clinical trial.” As a next-generation S1P receptor modulator, VELSIPITY(R) can provide patients with a chance for corticosteroid-free remission, mucosal healing, and rapid symptom relief. In addition, the data from the largest-scale Phase III clinical trial of moderately to severely active UC patients in Asia once again confirmed the favorable efficacy and safety profile of VELSIPITY(R). We look forward to the early approval of this drug to benefit more patients."As a key product for Everest Medicines, VELSIPITY(R) was approved in Macau, China and Singapore in the first half of this year. Its first prescription has been issued on December 11th at Kiang Wu Hospital in Macau, which marks the official beginning of this new therapy benefiting patients across Asia. In addition, Everest Medicines has also submitted and had its NDA officially accepted for VELSIPITY(R) in Hong Kong. With the support of the "Hong Kong and Macau Medicine and Equipment Connect" policy, VELSIPITY(R) has also been officially approved to enter the Greater Bay Area and can be used in four designated medical institutions which are the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital, Shenzhen Hospital of Southern Medical University and Guangzhou United Family Hospital.VELSIPITY(R) has been recently included in the Catalog of Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Imported from Hong Kong and Macau for the Nine Municipalities in Guangdong Province within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area (“the Catalog”), published by the Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration and Health Commission of Guangdong Province. With the inclusion of VELSIPITY(R) in the Catalog, we expect to accelerate its availability in all 45 designated medical institutions under the Connect Policy.About VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod)VELSIPITY(R) is a once-daily, oral, sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) receptor modulator that selectively binds with S1P receptor subtypes 1, 4, and 5. Regulatory approvals have been granted in US, EU, Canada, Australia, Singapore, UK, Switzerland, Israel and Macau, China for VELSIPITY(R) in ulcerative colitis.About Everest MedicinesEverest Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing, manufacturing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products and vaccines that address critical unmet medical needs for patients in Asian markets. The management team of Everest Medicines has deep expertise and an extensive track record from both leading global pharmaceutical companies and local Chinese pharmaceutical companies in high-quality discovery, clinical development, regulatory affairs, CMC, business development and operations. Everest Medicines has built a portfolio of potentially global first-in-class or best-in-class molecules in the company’s core therapeutic areas of renal diseases, infectious diseases and autoimmune disorders. For more information, please visit its website at www.everestmedicines.com.Forward-Looking Statements:This news release may make statements that constitute forward-looking statements, including descriptions regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company or its officers with respect to the business operations and financial condition of the Company, which can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties, or other factors, some of which are beyond the control of the Company and are unforeseeable. Therefore, the actual results may differ from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors and assumptions, such as future changes and developments in our business, competitive environment, political, economic, legal and social conditions. The Company or any of its affiliates, directors, officers, advisors or representatives has no obligation and does not undertake to revise forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events or circumstances after the date of this news release, except as required by law. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

OVER 130 LEADING DEVELOPERS AND DESIGN PRACTICES FROM ACROSS ASIA GATHER IN BANGKOK FOR FINALE OF 2024 AWARDS SERIES, SEVEN OF WHICH ARE FROM AUSTRALIASYDNEY, AU, Dec 17, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 19th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, supported by V-ZUG Thailand, last Friday revealed the region’s finest real estate and outstanding developers at The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok.The conclusion of the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series hosted over 130 award-winning finalists from across Asia, elevating their achievements on the international stage.Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd. was honoured as the Best Developer in Asia—a first for the company.This marked one of five wins for companies representing Mainland China. Winners from Mainland China included Lead8, awarded for its projects MixC Changchun and K11 Shanghai, Huaihai Middle Road. Other winning design practices were Jiang & Associates Creative Design, which won for ALIBABA BEIJING CHAOYANG SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PARK, and Sybarite, which won for SKP Chengdu.Developers from Hong Kong and Macau also excelled with four winning titles. Winners included China Resources Land (Overseas) Limited and Poly Property (Hong Kong) Co., Limited, winning for PANO HARBOUR; Lek Hang Group for Hotel Central Macau; Lofter Group Limited for 1 Ki Lung Street; and New Orient Group for San Tung Fong Commerical Inn North Wing (Former LokKok Restaurant Building).Australia garnered seven wins, three of which went to BLVD by OSK Property. Other champions included BHC Property, winning for Mercer; FY Property, Kooringa Group, MA Financial, CPDM for Chatswood Garden; Golden Sedayu for Burswood Point; and Jean Yip Developments for Elements at Carousel.The Philippines emerged as the most awarded market with 12 accolades. Federal Land, Inc. stood out as Best Luxury Developer (Asia), accompanied by a win for Riverpark, while Federal Land NRE Global, Inc. gained the Best Breakthrough Developer (Asia) title. Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates was honoured as Best Industrial Developer (Asia), supported by a win for LIMA Estate.Adding to the Philippines’ impressive tally were titles for RLC Residences, winning for The Residences at The Westin Manila; Robinsons Offices for GBF Center 1; and work.able for work.able Robinsons Summit Center. Alveo Land won for Viento at Cerca while Sunshine Fort North Bonifacio Realty Development Corporation won for MITSUKOSHI BGC.The Estate Makati—a collaboration between SM Development Corporation (SMDC) and Federal Land—received two titles. This year’s PropertyGuru Icon Award was presented to Henry T. Sy, Jr., non-executive director and chairman of the board at SM Prime Holdings, by the editorial team of Property Report by PropertyGuru, the official magazine of the Awards.A wide array of companies from Malaysia triumphed with 11 wins. They included Bangsar Heights Pavilion, winning for Quayside JBCC; Berinda Group for Ponderosa Callista; City Motors Group for Alfa Bangsar; Eupe Corporation Berhad for Helix2 @ PJ South; Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd for Iconia Garden Residence; Iskandar Investment Berhad for Medini Innopolis; JLand Group Sdn Bhd for Sanubari @ Bandar Dato Onn; Malton Berhad for The Park 2 Pavilion Bukit Jalil; Sime Darby Property Berhad for Serenia Industrial Park; Tropicana Corporation Berhad for Avisa Residences, Tropicana Alam; and Triterra Sdn Bhd for The MET Corporate Towers.Indonesia celebrated eight wins, led by Paramount Land, winner of the Best Township Developer (Asia) title. Sinar Mas Land garnered multiple titles for BSD City and Biomedical Campus, as well as its joint ventures: Greenland International Industrial Center (GIIC) at Kota Deltamas by JV Sinar Mas Land & Sojitz Corporation and Navapark by PT. Bumi Parama Wisesa, Hongkong Land & Sinar Mas Land J/V.Other victorious developers from Indonesia were DM Projects Group, winning for Salty Jim Villa; PT Adhi Commuter Properti Tbk. for LRT City Cibubur; and Summarecon Group for Flora at Summarecon BandungSingapore continued its winning streak with eight wins. UOL Group Limited was recognised as both Best Sustainable Developer (Asia) and Best Hospitality Developer (Asia), with Meyer Blue winning an award for both UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited. Pan Pacific Orchard meanwhile yielded a win for both UOL Group Limited and Pan Pacific Hotels Group.Similarly, GuocoLand and Hong Leong Holdings Limited jointly won for Lentor Mansion. TID Pte. Ltd. won Best Lifestyle Developer (Asia), alongside a win for Lentoria, while FRX Capital Private Limited was named Best Boutique Developer (Asia).Thailand earned four titles, with Sansiri Public Company Limited winning for BuGaan Pattanakarn and Narasiri Phahol-Watcharapol. AP (Thailand) Public Company Limited also represented the kingdom with a win for The City Rama5-Nakhon In while APAC Land won for APAC Tower.Also claiming four titles, Vietnam emerged victorious with Phu Long Real Estates Corporation named asBest Community Developer (Asia). Gamuda Land won two titles for Eaton Park while Ecopark scored a win for Ecovillage Saigon River.From Japan, Niseko Woodlands Limited won for Grand Tsuru Niseko while Yoichi Dreams was recognised for Kisin.Saudi Arabia debuted at the Grand Final with Oud Real-Estate Development Company winning Best Mixed Use Developer (Asia), following a series of wins during the inaugural PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East).From Cambodia, LP Residences Co., Ltd. received a win for its Palm Springs project. By the Waters by Suryam Developers LLP meanwhile gained a recognition for India.Jeremy Williams, managing director for Marketplaces at PropertyGuru Group, said: "PropertyGuru’s commitment to a sustainable future in Asia is truly reflected in this year’s award winners. By raising benchmarks for resilience and sustainability, we power communities to live, work, and thrive in tomorrow’s cities. These accolades not only honour the efforts of developers and design practices but also inspire innovation that benefits property seekers, agents, and investors alike. As we celebrate the 19th edition of the Grand Final, we look forward to a wave of progress creating what’s next for the region’s built environment."Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “The 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series included many first-time accolades. We celebrated the strengths of emerging and established property markets, expanding to new regions and revisiting the region’s leading real estate destinations. We also honoured individuals—industry legends and rising stars poised to change the game. Through the People’s Choice Awards, we engaged with property buyers, giving them a platform to support developers who share their aspirations and values. We also recognised excellence in ESG, supporting those making our industry more sustainable for future generations of property seekers. It’s an honour to conclude this series by celebrating companies across a wide variety of real estate sectors and distinguishing multiple types of projects throughout Asia Pacific, a region that is becoming home to the cities of tomorrow.”Thien Duong, chairperson of the Grand Final, said: “This year’s winners across Asia Pacific have impressed the judges with their sustainable, functional masterplans and designs, spanning everything from expansive townships to livable homes and dynamic commercial spaces. Excellence in property development is incessantly redefined across the region, and we’re happy to contribute to this ongoing evolution. Congratulations to the Gold Standard bearers of real estate across Asia Pacific.”An independent panel of head judges from participating markets in the Awards selected the winners: Thien Duong, general director, GroupGSA Vietnam (Vietnam); Ajai A Kapoor, CEO, 360 degrees – Real Estate Services (India); Cyndy Tan Jarabata, president of TAJARA Leisure & Hospitality Group Inc. (Philippines); Eddie Guillemette, CEO, Midori no Ki (Japan); Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, president, Malaysian Institute of Architects: 2020-2022 (Malaysia); Ivan Lam​, executive director, international business, Charter Keck Cramer (Australia); Ken Ip, chairman, Asia MarTech Society (Mainland China); Kristin Thorsteins, co-founder & managing partner, Portman Investment Pte Ltd (Singapore); Dr. Nirmal De Silva, director and CEO, Paramount Realty (Sri Lanka); Paul Tse, president, board of directors, Macao Association of Building Contractors and Developers (China – Hong Kong and Macau); Sorn Seap, president, Cambodian Valuers and Estate Agents Association (Cambodia); Suphin Mechuchep, CEO, Sen X Group PCL (Thailand); and Vivin Harsanto, senior director and head of advisory, JLL Indonesia (Indonesia).HLB ensured the fairness, transparency, and credibility of the selection process under the supervision of Paul Ashburn of HLB International Real Estate Group. The global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers was recognised as the “2024 Network of the Year.”The 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final was a highlight of PropertyGuru Week, which also featured the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit; the debut of the Awards in the Middle East; and the latest editions of the Awards in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, India, Sri Lanka, and Cambodia.Organised by PropertyGuru Group, the 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final is supported by gold sponsor V-ZUG Thailand; official portal partner PropertyGuru; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners Bridges, BusinessWorld, d+a Magazine, Detik.com, Hot Magazine, Kiripost, Kompas.com, Luxury Society Asia, Manila Bulletin, Pattaya Trader, Prop2morrow, REm, SquareRooms, Tatler Asia Homes, The Philippine Star, and Think of Living; supporting partner REHDA Institute; and official supervisor HLB.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand FinalDEVELOPER AWARDSBest Developer (Asia)Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd. – Mainland China (WINNER)BHC Property – AustraliaHome Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd – Sri LankaNew World Development Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauRobinsons Land – PhilippinesSignature Global (India) Limited – IndiaSinar Mas Land – IndonesiaUOL Group Limited – SingaporeBest Luxury Developer (Asia)Federal Land, Inc. – Philippines (WINNER)Best Township Developer (Asia)Paramount Land – Indonesia (WINNER)     Best Mixed Use Developer (Asia)Oud Real-Estate Development Company – Saudi Arabia (WINNER)Best Sustainable Developer (Asia)UOL Group Limited – Singapore (WINNER)King Square Development Co., Ltd. – ThailandBest Industrial Developer (Asia)Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates – Philippines (WINNER)Best Lifestyle Developer (Asia)TID Pte. Ltd. – Singapore (WINNER)Best Hospitality Developer (Asia)UOL Group Limited – Singapore (WINNER)          Best Community Developer (Asia)Phu Long Real Estates Corporation – Vietnam (WINNER)Best Boutique Developer (Asia)FRX Capital Private Limited – Singapore (WINNER)Lofter Group Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau          Best Breakthrough Developer (Asia)Federal Land NRE Global, Inc. – Philippines (WINNER)DEVELOPMENT AWARDSBest Mega Township Development (Asia)BSD City by Sinar Mas Land – Indonesia (WINNER) Best Township Development (Asia)Riverpark by Federal Land, Inc. – Philippines (WINNER)Koh Pich City by OCIC Group – CambodiaSummarecon Bogor by Summarecon Group – Indonesia          Best Mixed Use Development (Asia)Burswood Point by Golden Sedayu – Australia (WINNER)        Gaysorn Village by Gaysorn Property Co., Ltd. – ThailandKingsQuare by King Square Development Co., Ltd. – ThailandShenzhen Huafa Snow World by Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd. – Mainland ChinaBest Ultra Luxury Condo Development (Asia)The Estate Makati by SM Development Corp. and Federal Land – Philippines (WINNER)Jianfa Zichen by Jianfa Fangdichan Jituan – Mainland ChinaBest Luxury Condo Development (Asia)Meyer Blue by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – Singapore (WINNER)       R&F Princess Cove Phase 2 - Seine Region by R&F Development Sdn Bhd. – MalaysiaThe Seasons Residences by Sunshine Fort North Bonifacio Realty Development Corporation – PhilippinesWaterdale Residencies, bordering Colombo 7 by Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd – Sri Lanka          Best High End Condo Development (Asia)Viento at Cerca by Alveo Land – Philippines (WINNER)Cerule at Solinea by Alveo Land – PhilippinesXi'an Huafa Lijun ‧Center Glorous by Zhuhai Huafa Properties Co., Ltd. – Mainland ChinaBest Condo Development (Asia)The Estate Makati by SM Development Corp. and Federal Land – Philippines (WINNER)BLVD by OSK Property – AustraliaLentor Mansion by GuocoLand and Hong Leong Holdings Limited – SingaporeThe Pavilia Forest by Joint Venture by New World Development Company Limited & Far East Consortium International Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau                            Best Mid End Condo Development (Asia)Helix2 @ PJ South by Eupe Corporation Berhad – Malaysia (WINNER)Aspen Peak by Rumapadu by Harmas Land & Integrasi Transit Jakarta (ITJ) – IndonesiaBest Completed Condo Development (Asia)The Park 2 Pavilion Bukit Jalil by Malton Berhad – Malaysia (WINNER)Best Luxury Waterfront Condo Development (Asia)PANO HARBOUR by China Resources Land (Overseas) Limited and Poly Property (Hong Kong) Co., Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau (WINNER)Meyer Blue by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – SingaporeBest Waterfront Condo Development (Asia)Eaton Park by Gamuda Land – Vietnam (WINNER)  Oceana Beach Resort Apartments & Villas - Wadduwa by Home Lands Skyline (Pvt) Ltd – Sri LankaThe Residences at Terrazas de Punta Fuego by Landco Pacific Corporation – Philippines                                              Best Connectivity Condo Development (Asia)1 Ki Lung Street by Lofter Group Limited – China – Hong Kong and Macau (WINNER)Best TOD Condo Development (Asia)LRT City Cibubur by PT Adhi Commuter Properti Tbk. – Indonesia (WINNER)Best Investment Condo Development (Asia)Elements at Carousel by Jean Yip Developments – Australia (WINNER)Best Lifestyle Condo Development (Asia)The Residences at The Westin Manila by RLC Residences – Philippines (WINNER)Best Eco Friendly Condo Development (Asia)             Alfa Bangsar by City Motors Group – Malaysia (WINNER)Best Ultra Luxury Housing / Landed Development (Asia)BuGaan Pattanakarn by Sansiri Public Company Limited – Thailand (WINNER)Best Luxury Housing / Landed Development (Asia)Narasiri Phahol-Watcharapol by Sansiri Public Company Limited – Thailand (WINNER)    Best Housing / Landed Development (Asia)Grand Tsuru Niseko by Niseko Woodlands Limited – Japan (WINNER)Kisin by Yoichi Dreams – JapanMount Rosie Signature Collection by FRX Capital Private Limited – Singapore                                              Best Mid End Housing / Landed Development (Asia)The City Rama5-Nakhon In by AP (Thailand) Public Company Limited – Thailand (WINNER)Leonora at Summarecon Serpong by Summarecon Group – Indonesia          Best Affordable Housing / Landed Development (Asia)Avisa Residences, Tropicana Alam by Tropicana Corporation Berhad – Malaysia (WINNER)Britania Bekasi by PT. Mekar Agung Sejahtera – IndonesiaSpring Residence at Spring City, Sentul City by PT Sentul City Tbk – IndonesiaVilla Natura by Eupe Corporation Berhad – Malaysia          Best Completed Housing / Landed Development (Asia)Flora at Summarecon Bandung by Summarecon Group – Indonesia (WINNER)Best Waterfront Housing / Landed Development (Asia)By the Waters by Suryam Developers LLP – India (WINNER)Best Investment Housing Development (Asia)Iconia Garden Residence by Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd – Malaysia (WINNER)Best Branded Residential Development (Asia)Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion – Malaysia (WINNER)The Residences at The Westin Manila by RLC Residences – Philippines                            Best Luxury Townhouse Development (Asia)Mercer by BHC Property – Australia (WINNER)Best Townhouse Development (Asia)Chatswood Garden by FY Property, Kooringa Group, MA Financial, CPDM – Australia (WINNER)Best Smart Home Development (Asia)Sanubari @ Bandar Dato Onn by JLand Group Sdn Bhd – Malaysia (WINNER)Best Integrated Work From Home Development (Asia)BLVD by OSK Property – Australia (WINNER)Best Wellness Residential Development (Asia)BLVD by OSK Property – Australia (WINNER)The Residences at The Westin Manila by RLC Residences – PhilippinesBest Heritage Development (Asia)Hotel Central Macau by Lek Hang Group – China – Hong Kong and Macau (WINNER)San Tung Fong Commerical Inn North Wing (Former LokKok Restaurant Building) by New Orient Group – China – Hong Kong and Macau          Best Mega Scale Industrial Development (Asia)Greenland International Industrial Center (GIIC) at Kota Deltamas by JV Sinar Mas Land & Sojitz Corporation – Indonesia (WINNER)Best Industrial Development (Asia)Serenia Industrial Park by Sime Darby Property Berhad – Malaysia (WINNER)Light Industry & Science Park IV by Science Park of the Philippines. Inc. – PhilippinesBest Green Industrial Development (Asia)LIMA Estate by Aboitiz InfraCapital Economic Estates – Philippines (WINNER)   Best Office Development (Asia)The MET Corporate Towers by Triterra Sdn Bhd – Malaysia (WINNER)83 King Lam Street by New World Development Company Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauCybergate Iloilo Tower 3 by Robinsons Offices – PhilippinesFourE-com Center by SM Offices by SM Prime – PhilippinesJLC by Hongkong Land – Mainland ChinaOriental Square by OSI by Orient Success International Investment Joint Stock Company (OSI Holdings) – Vietnam          Best Retail Development (Asia)MixC Changchun by Lead8 – Mainland China (WINNER)23 Paskal Shopping Center by PT Indonesian Paradise Property Tbk and Subsidiaries – Indonesia          Best Smart Building Development (Asia)Biomedical Campus by Sinar Mas Land – Indonesia (WINNER)               Best Green Development (Asia)Navapark by PT. Bumi Parama Wisesa, Hongkong Land & Sinar Mas Land J/V – Indonesia (WINNER)KingsQuare Residence by King Square Development Co., Ltd. – ThailandSignature Global Titanium SPR by Signature Global (India) Limited – IndiaBest Nature Integrated Development (Asia)Lentor Mansion by GuocoLand and Hong Leong Holdings Limited – Singapore (WINNER)Kisin by Yoichi Dreams – JapanThe Morizen at Summarecon Mutiara Makassar by Summarecon Group & Sumitomo Forestry – Indonesia                            DESIGN AWARDSBest Mega Township Masterplan Design (Asia)Medini Innopolis by Iskandar Investment Berhad – Malaysia (WINNER)Riverpark by Federal Land, Inc. – PhilippinesBest Township Masterplan Design (Asia)Ecovillage Saigon River by Ecopark – Vietnam (WINNER)Paramount Petals by Paramount Land – IndonesiaBest Mixed Use Architectural Design (Asia)K11 Shanghai, Huaihai Middle Road by Lead8 – Mainland China (WINNER)Quayside JBCC by Bangsar Heights Pavilion – Malaysia          Best Condo Architectural Design (Asia)Lentoria by TID Pte. Ltd. – Singapore (WINNER)1 Ki Lung Street by Lofter Group Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauLucky No. 16 by GAD Architectural Design (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. – Mainland ChinaMeyer Blue by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – SingaporePANO HARBOUR by China Resources Land (Overseas) Limited and Poly Property (Hong Kong) Co., Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauThe Hillshore by FRX Capital Private Limited – SingaporeThe Spinnaker by Landco Pacific Corporation – PhilippinesBest Housing / Landed Architectural Design (Asia)Ponderosa Callista by Berinda Group – Malaysia (WINNER)The Links Golf Villas by PT. New Kuta Golf And Ocean View – IndonesiaThe Palazzo Pinklao-Borom by AP (Thailand) Public Company Limited – ThailandVong Residence by V.I Land Investment Co., Ltd. – Cambodia          Best Resort Housing Architectural Design (Asia)       Kisin by Yoichi Dreams – Japan (WINNER)Best Office Architectural Design (Asia)APAC Tower by APAC Land – Thailand (WINNER)    GBF Center 1 by Robinsons Offices – PhilippinesJuli Road No.1 by GAD Architectural Design (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. – Mainland ChinaTHE CENDAS by S E A Holdings Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauBest Retail Architectural Design (Asia)MITSUKOSHI BGC by Sunshine Fort North Bonifacio Realty Development Corporation – Philippines (WINNER)               Best Condo Interior Design (Asia)BLVD by OSK Property – Australia (WINNER)             2C Boundary Street by Lofter Group Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauCasa Rivera by HWCD Design – Mainland ChinaCentury of Cultural Collection by HWCD Design – Mainland China                            Best Housing / Landed Interior Design (Asia)Salty Jim Villa by DM Projects Group – Indonesia (WINNER)Regalità by Da Vinci Land – SingaporeBest Suburban Housing / Landed Interior Design (Asia)Palm Springs by LP Residences Co., Ltd – Cambodia (WINNER)Best Heritage Interior Design (Asia)            San Tung Fong Commerical Inn North Wing (Former LokKok Restaurant Building) by New Orient Group – China – Hong Kong and Macau (WINNER)                       Best Mega Scale Office Interior Design (Asia)ALIBABA BEIJING CHAOYANG SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY PARK by Jiang & Associates Creative Design – Mainland China (WINNER)          Best Office Interior Design (Asia)GBF Center 1 by Robinsons Offices – Philippines (WINNER)          Best Co Working Space (Asia)work.able Robinsons Summit Center by work.able  – Philippines (WINNER)Best Retail Interior Design (Asia)SKP Chengdu by Sybarite – Mainland China (WINNER)Best Hospitality Interior Design (Asia)Pan Pacific Orchard by UOL Group Limited and Pan Pacific Hotels Group – SingaporeBest Condo Landscape Design (Asia)Eaton Park by Gamuda Land – Vietnam (WINNER)  1 Ki Lung Street by Lofter Group Limited – China – Hong Kong and MacauLentor Mansion by GuocoLand and Hong Leong Holdings Limited – SingaporeMeyer Blue by UOL Group Limited and Singapore Land Group Limited – SingaporePUBLISHER’S CHOICEPropertyGuru Icon AwardHenry T. Sy, Jr., Non-Executive Director/Chairman of the Board, SM Prime Holdings Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, SM Development Corporation (WINNER)About PropertyGuru’s Asia Property AwardsPropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. In 2024, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during ‘PropertyGuru Week’ in December 2024. For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.comAbout PropertyGuru GroupPropertyGuru is Southeast Asia’s leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 28 million property seekers2 to connect with almost 46,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 16 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its core markets; mortgage marketplace, PropertyGuru Finance; home services platform, Sendhelper; a host of proprietary enterprise solutions under PropertyGuru For Business including DataSense, ValueNet, Awards, events and publications across Asia.For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between October 2023 and March 2024. 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