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YuppTV acquires rights of Dream11 Indian Premier League 2020
The streaming platform has added a new feather to its cap by telecasting DREAM11 IPL 2020 on YuppTV ATLANTA, Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- YuppTV, the world's leading OTT platform for South-Asian content, has acquired the rights for Dream11 Indian Premier League 2020 for a total of 60 matches. The streaming platform will telecast the matches LIVE across more than 10 territories. Amidst the lockdown, a large number of sports fans will virtually enjoy the experience of Dream11 IPL 2020 sitting at home. With a greater fan following and immense viewership, the Dream11 IPL 2020 rights will help YuppTV gain immense traction amongst its target audience on a global scale. YuppTV Acquires Rights of Dream11 Indian Premier League 2020 The OTT platform will be airing the Dream11 IPL 2020 from Sep 19th to Nov 10th, 2020. Unlike other cricketing tournaments, IPL T20 matches have very short game periods, of just about 3 hours, making them much more exciting. Promotions are also carried out on a large scale. Leveraging this opportunity, YuppTV is going to air the virtual live streaming of Dream11 IPL 2020 in Australia, Continental Europe, Malaysia, South East Asia (except Singapore), Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives, Central Asia, Central & South America. Commenting on the association, Mr Uday Reddy, Founder & CEO of YuppTV, said, "Over the past few years, IPL has become the most loved cricketing tournament in the country. Amidst the lockdown, it will lead to a new sensation, optimism, and craze in the viewers. The live experience of the IPL, dedicated technology viewing experience and instant virtual experience will enhance this year's tournament for fans, albeit from the safety of their homes instead of crowded stadiums. The rights will also help YuppTV witness skyrocketing viewership." YuppTV one of the world's largest internet-based TV and On-demand service provider for South Asian content, offering more than 250+ TV channels, 3000+ Movies, and 100+ TV Shows in 14 languages will now with the rights of Dream11 IPL 2020 will add on more viewers giving them the best experience of virtual IPL with the feel of the stadium at home. About YuppTV YuppTV is one of the world's largest internet-based TV and On-demand service provider for South Asian content, offering more than 250+ TV channels, 3000+ Movies and 100+ TV Shows in 14 languages. YuppTV, has received funding from Emerald Media, a Pan-Asian platform established by leading global investment firm KKR for investing in the media and entertainment sector, wherein Emerald Media acquired a significant minority stake in the company for US$50mn. Emerald Media is led by industry veterans Rajesh Kamat and Paul Aiello, supported by an experienced team of executives. YuppTV had earlier raised its Series A round of funding from Poarch Creek Indian Tribe of Alabama. YuppTV is currently ranked #1 Internet Pay TV platform for Indians living abroad and the largest Internet TV platform from premium content availability in India. Visit https://www.yupptv.com/cricket for more information. Photo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1273500/yupptv_dream11_ipl2020.jpg?p=medium600 Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/839837/YuppTV_Logo.jpg?p=medium600
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The technical power of the Ice and Snow Industry is shown as the World Winter Sports Expo 2020 closes successfully
BEIJING, Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 9, the World Winter Sports (Beijing) Expo 2020 ("WWSE"), co-sponsored by the Beijing Olympic City Development Association and the International Data Group, co-organized by the Association of the International Olympic Winter Sports Federations (AIOWF) and the seven International Olympic Winter Sports Federations, and supported by the Beijing Organising Committee for the 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the Chinese Olympic Committee, and the All-China Sports Federation, closed at the China National Convention Center in Beijing. Continuing the theme of the "Power of Ice and Snow", take the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games as an opportunity, and aiming at "Connecting with international winter sports resources to urge the development of China's ice and snow industry", the WWSE 2020, through the full integration of the exhibitions, thematic forums, business matchmaking, and supporting activities, maintained the consistent three major highlights of "Internationalization, Industrialization, and Popularization and won the unanimous recognition of all sectors of the community. This WWSE has attracted nearly 20 major powers of ice and snow to the exhibition, covering some 500 Chinese and foreign brands. To be specific, international brands account for more than 60%. Almost 200 domestic and international government leaders, officials of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and international sports organizations, executives, experts of domestic/foreign ice and snow companies and industry elites were present in the event. During the event, 600 media agencies kept a track of the entire process, releasing more than 2,500 reports, More than 20 platforms provided the live video broadcast, eliciting nearly 10 million views. Pool together international forces to fuel the development of global sports industry At the opening ceremony and main conference of the 2020 WWSE, many domestic and international guests warmly congratulated on the hosting of the event. On the other hand, officials from the General Administration of Sport of China, the Beijing Organising Committee for the 2022 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (BOCOG) and the embassies of Norway, Austria and Finland provided a lot of important data and references regarding the current development of ice and snow sports in China and around the world. Discussions on the development and integration of the global sports industry were carried out in deeper dimensions. Thomas Bach, the President of the International Olympic Committee, said in a video speech that holding the Expo in the Olympic city of Beijing sends a strong signal of confidence, "The world of sport is ready to contribute to the recovery from the crisis and to rebuilding a more human centered and inclusive society." He also said that the World Winter Sports Expo is the perfect platform to highlight this important contribution of sport to the recovery. The expo is also an important step as China gets ready to welcome the world's best winter sport athletes in 2022. For a deeper exchange and cooperation of the international resources, this WWSE, in addition to the main conference, also set up nearly 20 parallel forums such as the Olympic City Development Forum, Competition of Ice and Snow Entrepreneurship, Ice and Snow Equipment Forum, Winter Sports Talent Development Forum, Shijingshan Special Promotion Conference, Winter Olympics Science and Technology Forum, Venue Design and Construction Forum, Forum on Ice and Snow Popularization for Teenagers, International Ice & Snow Tourism Development Forum, Ski Resorts Operation and Management Forum, and Yanqing Thematic Forum, as well as a number of promotion activities such as the Altay Prefecture Special Promotion Conference, which gathered the global wisdom and promoted the global interconnection to achieve international win-win cooperation and mutual benefit in the sports industry. The radiating spell of ice and snow fuels the momentum of the 2022 Winter Olympics During the five-day event, tens of thousands of visitors felt the spectacle in the China National Convention Center exhibition hall and the outdoor exhibition hall on the south side of the Linglong Tower. Austria, Norway, France, Japan, Italy, Finland, Iceland, Slovenia, Germany, the USA, the Czech Republic and other major powers of ice and snow organized delegations to participate in the exhibition, a detailed display of the strength and resources of ice and snow of these countries. With the gradual deepening of cooperation between countries and China in winter sports, this event has become an important force for faster construction and preparation of the 2022 Winter Olympics. A business division leader of the Austrian Embassy in China, which participated in the WWSE for the fifth time, came with a delegation of brand enterprises of ice and snow, saying that Austria not only brought many quality products and services, but also brought the program of "1,000 Ski Instructors for China". During the training, top Austrian ski instructors came to China, and by combining indoor alpine ski simulator and natural snow, they implemented an innovative, safe and efficient teaching system. In doing this, every participant was enabled to have a deep understanding of the international top ski culture and technology. The 2022 BOCOG exhibition area introduced the knowledge of the Winter Olympics, roller curling venues, skiing simulation experience and ice car experience, enabling the visitor to experience the latest achievements of the Winter Olympic preparations in advance. In Yanqing District, Shijingshan District and Shougang booth, there were activities such as curling, skiing, ice rink performances and shows, VR experience, all of which made the visitor feel closer to the joy of winter ice and snow sports. The Olympic champion Shen Xue made a surprising appearance in the Olympic-themed exhibition area, where she had a friendly dialogue with the visitor. A group of children gave the figure skating performance, eliciting great praises. Watching them dancing on the ice rink, many viewers exclaimed, thinking the talent reserve for the Chinese ice and snow is growing bigger. A 'frozen' experience to spark off the public passion for ice and snow Despite the heat of more than 30℃ outside, visitors were able to get in close touch with ice and snow at the China National Convention Center and Linglong Tower exhibition areas. Throughout all dimensions, visitors sampled the vitality of today's industry and sports of ice and snow in Public Ice and Snow Experience, Ice Rink Performances and Shows, Ice and Snow Carnival, Public Ice and Snow Shopping Day, Curling Experience, Snow51 Skiing Experience, Winter Sports and Outdoor Equipment Show and other activities. Popular activities for ice and snow aficionados, such as Ice and Snow Carnival, Public Ice and Snow Shopping Day, and Winter Sports and Outdoor Equipment Show, had attracted a large number of visitors for viewing and interaction. Among them, a number of outdoor equipment and devices present for ice and snow sports, such as alpine skiing, ski jumping, ice skating and curling, were strikingly appealing to visitors. Meanwhile many also queued for trying the advanced VR/AR technology, by which they could experience the fun of ice and snow sports in a virtual world. Additionally, the cool large-sized facilities of ice and snow also gained great attention from the visitors. The new-generation D-Line in the Doppelmayr booth had built-in mobile phone chargers, heated seats, a visual intercom system and other new features, allowing the visitors to experience the ice and snow technology ahead of the Olympic athletes. The movable and foldable ski simulator in the Snow51 booth greatly reduced the limit for ice and snow sports to enter the campus, thereby causing the culture and knowledge of ice and snow to be more popularized. At Eurojoy's Ice & Snow booth, the setup of the ice rink only took 48 hours, adding a hint of "Ice & Snow Rush" to the venue. The progress made in these ice and snow technologies have fully activated the enthusiasm of visitors for ice and snow sports. In that case, the progress of winter sports in China will be made, so that more ordinary people pay attention to ice and snow sports and become part of them. At the expo, the selection results list of the "World Winter Sports Top Brands - TOP 10 SKI RESORTS" was announced, including the Wanlong Paradise Resort, Lake Songhua Resort, Thaiwoo Ski Resort, Genting Resort Secret Garden, BDH Ski Resort, Yabuli Sun Mountain Ski Resort, Changbaishan Ski Resort, Silk Road International Ski Resort, Fulong Ski Park, Altay Jiangjunshan Mountain Ski Resort, which undoubtedly injected a booster shot for the upcoming peak season of the ice and snow tourism, thus pushing forward the expansion and development of China's winter sports industry and ice and snow industry. Cloud WWSE is always online, as an abiding platform for connecting industries The WWSE 2020 has closed, yet the enthusiasm of ice and snow companies and the public will not fade. Reportedly, the exhibitions, the thematic forums and other information of the WWSE have been live broadcast through WWSE app, the official website, the WeChat public account, and the online CIFTIS platform. Moreover, the online exhibition and forum can still be accessed again and connected immediately. Through the deep integration with international ice and snow resources and on the basis of the forefront of the world ice and snow industry, the WWSE will continue to strengthen international exchanges and cooperation, take advantage of the event as the world's top ice and snow exhibition, and comprehensively bolster the integration with international sports, science and technology, culture and tourism, health and other industries for a better development. In doing these, the WWSE may provide an all-round facilitator to the preparation and construction of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games.
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The Vietage Launches Luxury Railway Journeys Through South Central Vietnam
HOI AN, Vietnam, Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- All aboard The Vietage, which departed for its inaugural journey recently and now brings luxury railway journeys through the Vietnamese countryside connecting Da Nang and Quy Nhon cities. The Vietage Interior The Vietage has been developed by Anantara to introduce memorable journeys between Anantara Hoi An and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas, a unique Vietnamese luxury travel experience for its guests. The custom-designed opulent carriage, with just 12 reservation-only seats, immerses its guests into the culture, nature and history of the country through the stories of its daily return journey, heralding a new age of glamorous train travel. The Vietage carriage boasts sleek-lined modern interiors, big picture windows and large comfy seats, while a sit-up bar offers a change of scenery and the chance to enjoy local craft beers, wines and snacks over conversation with friends, before the main culinary experience. During the six hour journey, guests encounter a plethora of taste sensations as the countryside rolls by. An exclusively-curated menu evokes the essence of Vietnam with a French twist, through an explosion of creative flavours and local ingredients. Dishes such as Quy Nhon seafood salad, barley risotto and braised Wagyu neck will excite plant, carnivore and seafood lovers alike. Sweet endings come in the form of local Da Lat strawberries, passion fruit tart and a typical French-style creme brulee made with superior Dong Nai chocolate from Vietnam. A dedicated area with spa treatment chairs offers head and shoulder treatments on the go as the train passes through local villages, rural countryside and stops at a few stations on the way. A one-way ticket aboard The Vietage costs US$185 per person, including a three-course, pre-ordered meal, free-flow wines, beers and soft drinks, bar snacks and a 30-minute head and shoulder treatment. An a la carte menu also offers premium wines, champagnes and treats such as local caviar and the finest selection of both local and international cheeses, all available for pre-purchase. The Vietage departs from Da Nang every morning at 09:31, arriving at Dieu Tri station in Quy Nhon at 15:43. The return journey departs from Dieu Tri at 17:29 and arrives in Da Nang at 23:01. The Vietage runs for eleven months each year, taking a break during the annual Vietnamese Tet holiday period. Combination accommodation packages are available with Anantara Hoi An Resort and Anantara Quy Nhon Villas for guests to experience each destination and can be booked directly on the website at https://www.anantara.com/en/vietnam. The Vietage also contributes to the 'Dollars for Deeds' programme, in which US $1 per ticket is donated and guests on board are at liberty to make their own contribution. Donations are given to the Kianh Foundation, a not-for-profit charity providing a full-time, customised, special needs curriculum for children with disabilities in the Quang Nam Province of Central Vietnam. For further information, please contact The Vietage team on +84 256 368 6168, or at vietage@thevietagetrain.com. Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20200914/2915723-1?lang=0
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KLM and TU Delft present successful first flight Flying-V
SINGAPORE, Sept. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The scale model of the Flying-V - the energy-efficient aircraft of the future - has flown for the first time. A year and a half ago TU Delft and KLM announced the start of the design of the Flying-V during IATA 2019 and after extensive wind tunnel tests and ground tests it was finally ready. The first successful test flight is a fact. KLM and TU Delft present successful first flight Flying-V Last month a team of researchers, engineers and a drone pilot from TU Delft travelled to an airbase in Germany for the first test flight. "We were very curious about the flight characteristics of the Flying-V. The design fits within our Fly Responsibly initiative, which stands for everything we are doing and will do to improve our sustainability. We want a sustainable future for aviation and innovation is part of that. KLM has been among the top three most sustainable airlines worldwide in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for many years. We want to continue to do so in the future. We are therefore very proud that we have been able to achieve this together in such a short period of time," says Pieter Elbers, President and CEO of KLM. Click here for the footage of the flight. The Flying-V is a design for a very energy-efficient long-haul aircraft. The design of the aircraft integrates the passenger cabin, cargo hold and fuel tanks in the wings, creating a spectacular V-shape. Computer calculations have predicted that the improved aerodynamic shape and reduced weight of the aircraft will reduce fuel consumption by 20% compared to today's most advanced aircraft. Collaboration and Innovation KLM presented the scale model for the first time during KLM's 100th anniversary in October 2019. Several partners are now involved in the project, including manufacturer Airbus. Elbers: "You can't make the aviation sector more sustainable on your own, but you have to do it together," says Elbers. "Collaborating with partners and sharing knowledge takes us all further. That's why we will further develop the Flying-V concept with all partners. The next step will be to fly the Flying V on sustainable fuel." Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20200907/2909699-1?lang=0
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SBOTOP enters partnership with Leeds United, recent Premier League club after 16-year absence
TAIPEI, Sept. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- SBOTOP, a global sporting brand, has recently entered into a multi-year partnership with Leeds United, the newly promoted Premier League Club, becoming the principal sponsor of the club. The deal will see the SBOTOP logo feature on the front of Leeds United famous Adidas white shirt from the start of the 2020/21 season. The sponsorship also represents the largest commercial deal in the club's history. SBOTOP is part of the Celton Manx Group which holds a license from the Isle of Man to operate. Leeds United uniform Leeds United has been recently promoted as champions ending their 16-year exile. The win against Barnsley in July was Leeds' 26th in the division this season, with the 1-0 win, ultimately securing the club's package back to the top-flight. Their 2-1 defeat at the John Smith's Stadium, means the West Bromwich Albion can no longer catch and thus automatic promotion is secured. Last season ended in heartbreak for Leeds United. Despite spending most of the season in the top two, they failed to make automatic promotion. They then crashed out of the play-offs to Derby County despite being favorites to progress. However, Marcelo Bielsa signed on for another year, and they bounced back to go one better in 2019/20; he have had a fantastic campaign on the pitch, setting a new club record points tally of 87, with two games still left to play. Leeds United executive director Paul Bell also expressed, "Today's announcement with SBOTOP represents a landmark day for Leeds United's commercial strategy as we attract new global brands to our official partners program". The SBOTOP logo will feature on the front of Leeds United new kit, as well as appearing as a sponsor on the club's official training wear. Bill Mummery, Executive Director at Celton Manx/SBOTOP also added: "We are thrilled to enter into a relationship with Leeds United, a club with rich heritage and an enormous fan base. We have experience of working in the Premier League and this strategic partnership allows us to work closely with the club as they enter into this next phase of their history, back in the top flight." Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20200904/2908720-1?lang=0
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Empire State Building Launches Ninth Annual Photo Contest With Grand Prize of $5000 and a FlyNYON Flight
The contest will also go interactive with public voting for the Grand Prize Winner NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Empire State Building (ESB) Observatory announces that its ninth annual photo contest will launch today, September 10, 2020. Amateur photographers from across the United States are asked to share their best shot of the iconic building for their chance at bragging rights and the Grand Prize. For the first time, the contest will be interactive for Empire State Building's followers and fans, as they vote for their favorite submissions via esbphotocontest.com. The Grand Prize winner will receive $5,000 and two FlyNYON flight tickets to capture additional aerial shots of the World's Most Famous Building. The second-place winner receives $1,500, and ESB will grant $500 to eight additional finalists. Finalists are selected from eight new categories: (1) General Entry, (2) Best Smart Phone Shot, (3) Best FlyNYON Shot, (4) Best Photoshop/Edit, (5) Best Weather Shot, (6) Best Quarantine Shot, (7) Best View Shot, and (8) Best Exhibit Shot. Fans can submit their chosen photo on www.esbphotocontest.com through November 5, 2020. "The Empire State Building proudly stands as the heartbeat of New York," said Jean-Yves Ghazi, President of the Observatory. "As a favorite subject of photographers from around the world, we are impressed by the submissions we receive every year. Our fans' talent is unparalleled, and we cannot wait to see the many ways they have celebrated the world-famous Empire State Building in the ninth year of the contest." The beauty of the classic Art Deco building rises above the hustle and bustle of New York City as it returns to business as usual. With the completion of its $165 million renovations in December 2019, the wonder of the indoor Observatory Experience now matches the outside, with recallable moments such as the 25-foot Building Model sitting atop the Grand Staircase, the 10,000 square foot second-floor museum, the world-famous 86th Floor Observatory, and the crown jewel, the 102nd Floor Observatory with its floor-to-ceiling windows and an unrivaled view. The contest closes on November 5, 2020. Entrants must be over the age of 18 and legal residents of the United States. A photo of last year's winner is available at this link. For official contest rules and additional information about the photo contest, visit www.esbphotocontest.com. About the Empire State BuildingSoaring 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan (from base to antenna top), the Empire State Building, owned by Empire State Realty Trust, Inc., is the "World's Most Famous Building." With new investments in energy efficiency, infrastructure, public areas and amenities, the Empire State Building has attracted first-rate tenants in a diverse array of industries from around the world. The Empire State Building was named the world's most popular travel destination in a study conducted by Uber and was named America's favorite building in a poll conducted by the American Institute of Architects. For more information on the Empire State Building, please visit www.empirestatebuilding.com, www.facebook.com/empirestatebuilding, https://twitter.com/empirestatebldg, www.instagram.com/empirestatebldg, http://weibo.com/empirestatebuilding, www.youtube.com/esbnyc, https://www.tiktok.com/@empirestatebldg, or www.pinterest.com/empirestatebldg. About Empire State Realty TrustEmpire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT), a leading real estate investment trust (REIT), owns, manages, operates, acquires and repositions office and retail properties in Manhattan and the greater New York metropolitan area, including the Empire State Building, the "World's Most Famous Building." Headquartered in New York, New York, the Company's office and retail portfolio covers 10.1 million rentable square feet, as of June 30, 2020 consisting of 9.4 million rentable square feet in 14 office properties, including nine in Manhattan, three in Fairfield County, Connecticut, and two in Westchester County, New York; and approximately 700,000 rentable square feet in the retail portfolio. Photo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1252247/empire_state_building___photo_contest_winner_19.jpg?p=medium600 Photo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1252248/esb.jpg?p=medium600 Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/479871/Empire_State_Realty_Trust_Inc_Logo.jpg?p=medium600 Related Links :http://www.esbnyc.com
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Royal Caribbean Group extends government relations expertise with new SVP Corporate Affairs
Donna Hrinak, former US ambassador and Boeing VP, joins the Group to lead government affairs and communications MIAMI, Sept. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Donna Hrinak is joining Royal Caribbean Group as Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs. Hrinak, former Corporate Vice President, The Boeing Company and President, Boeing Canada, Latin America & Caribbean, will lead the Group's government relations, communications and public relations functions. She brings a stellar curriculum vitae in global regulatory policy, multicultural negotiations, coalition leadership and international business transformation to augment the Group's industry leading government affairs team. "As a global company touching every continent," said Richard D. Fain, Royal Caribbean Group chairman and CEO, "we are used to making our way in a complicated world. But these last few months have reminded us, more than ever, just how challenging that world is. Donna will provide her decades of experience in navigating the complexities of regulatory and cultural ecosystems to enable us to continue to build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with countries and organizations everywhere we operate." Reporting directly to Fain, Hrinak will provide informed counsel and facilitate productive communication among a broad array of stakeholders, including port authorities, coastal community leadership, government representatives, environmental advocates, scientific and marine leaders and more. "I am honored and delighted to join Royal Caribbean Group, with such deep roots in the communities it serves," said Hrinak. "As with other industries I've represented, thoughtful and respectful travel promotes economic development, multicultural understanding and global perspective for all entities involved. I look forward to assisting Royal Caribbean Group strengthen its business position throughout the world." Hrinak has designed and led strategies to confront an increasingly complicated global regulatory environment and guided executives in evaluating the business, political and economic risks involved in global operations. She has worked closely and collaboratively with a broad range of international coalitions and agencies, including the World Health Organization. Prior to Boeing, Hrinak held executive positions in global, Latin American and European public affairs at PepsiCo and at Kraft Foods. In addition, she served as United States Ambassador to Brazil, Venezuela, Bolivia and the Dominican Republic during the Clinton and George W. Bush administrations, where she architected new strategies to promote U.S. interests, led bilateral trade relationships, won broad-based support for U.S. positions and protected the rights of U.S. citizens by fostering transparency and judicial security. Hrinak joined the Group on August 24. About Royal Caribbean GroupRoyal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) is a cruise vacation company comprising four global brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea. Royal Caribbean Group is also a 50% owner of a joint venture that operates TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. Together, our brands operate 63 ships with an additional 16 on order as of July 10, 2020. Learn more at www.rclcorporate.com or www.rclinvestor.com. Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1213007/RCG_Logo.jpg?p=medium600 Related Links :http://www.rclcorporate.com
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The 16th Strait Travel Fair and the 6th China (Xiamen) International Leisure Tourism Expo 2020 comes to a successful conclusion
XIAMEN, China, Sept. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The 16th Strait Travel Fair and ("STF") the 6th China (Xiamen) International Leisure Tourism Expo 2020 ("CILTE") were held in Hall C of Xiamen International Conference & Exhibition Center, Fujian Province from August 28 to 30. As the first cultural and tourism exhibition and marketing event after the resumption of the trans-provincial group tour, the exhibition covers a total area of 50,000 square meters with 2,000 booths. The STF attracts the participation of 17 provinces, cities and regions on the mainland. Xi'an, as the only main guest city of the STF, brought a brand feast of "Ancient Capital, Amazing Xi'an", and nearly 40 Taiwan enterprises in the mainland settled in the hall. As for the CILTE, tourism authorities of Japan, South Korea and Thailand, etc., in China, as well as the culture and tourism enterprises of Russia, the United States, Singapore and other countries and regions in China took part in the exhibition and marketing. The exhibition and the concurrent events include professional forums such as China (Xiamen) Forum for Hot Topics in Marine Tourism, China (Xiamen) International Leisure Tourism Forum, and the Cross-Strait and Hong Kong and Macao Renowned Tour Guides Forum, four major tourism promotion activities such as "Healthy Summer, Autumn and Winter, Happy Xiamen Tour" Culture and Tourism Product Promotion Meeting, Famous Travel Agents (Fujian) Tourism Product Purchasing Conference, B2B Trade Fair of Xiamen Leisure Tourism Products, and Investigation on the Characteristic Tourism Resources of "Touring Fujian Around, Bringing Fortune Along", as well as supporting activities such as Xi'an Main Guest City Activities, Southwest Fujian (International) Tourist Festival, C&T Travel Elderly Tourism Festival, Xiamen Tourist Route Products Hot Sale, and Exhibitors' Promotion and Exhibition. Exhibition invitation and investment promotion of the Organizing Committee of the 17th Strait Travel Fair and the 7th China (Xiamen) International Leisure Tourism Expo 2021 Contact person: Mr. XiaoTel: 0592-2592728Mobile: 13599912696Fax: 0592-2110873E-mail: xiaox@sino-trip.com
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Tennis Champion Caroline Wozniacki and UCB Launch Advantage Hers Campaign for Women with Chronic Inflammatory Diseases
- Grand Slam winner Caroline Wozniacki is the highest-ranking female athlete known to have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis whilst still playing professional tennis - Advantage Hers will equip and empower women around the world living with chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, to take more active roles in shared decision-making about their care BRUSSELS, Belgium, Sept. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- UCB, a global biopharmaceutical company, has partnered with world-renowned tennis champion Caroline Wozniacki to launch Advantage Hers, a major new global health initiative. Inspired by Caroline's own journey with rheumatoid arthritis, the campaign will raise awareness of the unmet needs of millions of women across the world living with chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis, and provide information and support to empower them to take more active roles in their care. "I know from experience the difficulties of living day-to-day with a chronic disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, as well as the delays there can be getting a swift and accurate diagnosis. This is why I am so passionate about being part of Advantage Hers," said Caroline Wozniacki. "Through this new awareness and empowerment campaign, I want to connect with as many women with chronic inflammatory diseases around the world as possible, to help inspire, encourage and provide other women like me with as much support and information as possible. Collectively we can support each other in gaining advantage over our conditions – one small win at a time." Chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis, affect more than 180 million people worldwide,[1],[2],[3] approximately half of which are women.[4],[5],[6] These chronic conditions can place substantial physical and emotional strains on those living with them.[7],[8],[9],[10],[11] Symptoms can vary, but include chronic pain, constant fatigue, gastrointestinal complications and frequent infections, as well as emotional burdens, such as depression or anxiety, and comorbidities like diabetes and heart disease.[12] The Advantage Hers campaign is underpinned by a necessity to improve the standard of care for women with these chronic inflammatory diseases and the need to equip them with tools to help them become their own care self-advocates. Women with these conditions encounter unique challenges and gender disparities that need addressing, including delayed diagnosis in some of the conditions for women,[13],[14] increased physical and mental burdens as compared to men with the same diseases,[7],[8],[9],[11] and unaddressed concerns related to family planning and pregnancy.[15] "We are inspired by Caroline's tenacity and winning mindset in the face of her health challenges. We are proud to partner with her on this exciting new program and be a part of her rheumatoid arthritis journey," said Emmanuel Caeymaex, Executive Vice President Immunology Solutions and Head of US, UCB. "The Advantage Hers campaign reflects our commitment to understanding and addressing the unique needs of women with these chronic inflammatory diseases around the world, and helping to make a meaningful difference to their lives." As part of the program, Caroline will be sharing her rheumatoid arthritis journey across her social channels and encouraging others to become a part of the conversation by using #AdvantageHers. She also plans to make appearances at high-profile events to share her story and drive awareness of the unmet needs of women with these chronic inflammatory diseases. To get involved, follow Caroline's journey on her social channels (Instagram: @carowozniacki; Twitter: @CaroWozniacki; Facebook: Caroline Wozniacki), using #AdvantageHers. More information and resources on living with these chronic inflammatory diseases can be found at: AdvantageHers.com. About the Advantage Hers campaign Advantage Hers is a global campaign designed to highlight the unmet needs and unique challenges of women living with a particular subset of chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis. Tennis champion Caroline Wozniacki is sharing her journey with rheumatoid arthritis on her social channels – from her initial struggles for a diagnosis, through the adjustments she is making in her life right now, to what goals she has for the future – to inspire, encourage and empower other women living with these chronic inflammatory diseases to take more active roles in their care. To learn more, please visit the campaign website: AdvantageHers.com. About chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis Chronic inflammation is long-term inflammation – when the immune system recognizes and removes harmful stimuli – lasting anywhere from several months to years.[12] Chronic inflammatory disease is a broad and evolving description for conditions associated with chronic inflammation. UCB focuses particularly on rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis. Rheumatoid arthritis causes pain and stiffness in the joints;[16] Axial spondyloarthritis (including ankylosing spondylitis and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis) causes swelling in the sacroiliac joints or spine, which can lead to lower back pain and stiffness; [17] Psoriatic arthritis causes swelling, pain, fatigue and stiffness in the joints;[18] Psoriasis causes raised, red, scaly patches on the skin.[19] These diseases have a high prevalence in the western world,[1],[2],[20],[21] particularly in women, [4],[5],[6] and can lead to permanent joint damage, functional impairment and an increased risk of depression and anxiety. [11][12] An often-overlooked dimension of these chronic inflammatory diseases are unique challenges and gender disparities that women with these conditions face. For example, some women experience greater delays than men in receiving an accurate diagnosis in some of the conditions, which can affect their disease outcomes.[13],[14] Different chronic inflammatory diseases can also cause women to experience greater pain, fatigue,[7] loss of function[11] and stress[8] than men with these conditions. In addition, women living with these chronic inflammatory diseases may have gaps in their knowledge and unaddressed healthcare concerns, such as family planning, and may not feel empowered to ask the right questions to their doctor.[15] About Caroline Wozniacki Caroline Wozniacki is a 30-year-old former professional tennis player from Denmark who was born into a family of athletes; her father – and tennis coach – is a former footballer in Poland and Denmark, and her mother is a former member of the Polish national volleyball team. Caroline began playing tennis at the age of nine and her professional career took off at the age of 15 when she joined the World Tennis Association (WTA) tour, one year before she made the junior singles final at the Australian Open.[22] Caroline was at the peak of her tennis career in 2018 when she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. She has been a Grand Slam Champion and the world's top ranked female player on the court and is now taking on the title of patient advocate – sharing her personal rheumatoid arthritis journey with the world. Having retired from her tennis career in January 2020, Caroline plans to focus on other things, including advancing her studies, supporting women living with chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis, and to consider building a family. About UCB UCB, Brussels, Belgium (www.ucb.com) is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of innovative medicines and solutions to transform the lives of people living with severe diseases in immunology and neurology. With 7,500 people in approximately 40 countries, the company generated revenue of € 4.6 billion in 2018. UCB is listed on Euronext Brussels (symbol: UCB). Follow us on Twitter: @UCB_news For further information, UCB: Corporate Communications Gwendoline Ornigg, VP Global Communications, UCB T +32 2 559 9626 Gwendoline.Ornigg@ucb.com Laurent Schots, Media Relations, UCB T +32.2.559.92.64, laurent.schots@ucb.com Communications Lead Andrea Levin Christopher, Immunology Communications, UCB T +1.404.483.7329 andrea.christopher@ucb.com Forward looking statements – UCB This press release contains forward-looking statements based on current plans, estimates and beliefs of management. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are statements that could be deemed forward-looking statements, including estimates of revenues, operating margins, capital expenditures, cash, other financial information, expected legal, political, regulatory or clinical results and other such estimates and results. By their nature, such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions which could cause actual results to differ materially from those that may be implied by such forward-looking statements contained in this press release. Important factors that could result in such differences include: changes in general economic, business and competitive conditions, the inability to obtain necessary regulatory approvals or to obtain them on acceptable terms, costs associated with research and development, changes in the prospects for products in the pipeline or under development by UCB, effects of future judicial decisions or governmental investigations, product liability claims, challenges to patent protection for products or product candidates, changes in laws or regulations, exchange rate fluctuations, changes or uncertainties in tax laws or the administration of such laws and hiring and retention of its employees. UCB is providing this information as of the date of this press release and expressly disclaims any duty to update any information contained in this press release, either to confirm the actual results or to report a change in its expectations. There is no guarantee that new product candidates in the pipeline will progress to product approval or that new indications for existing products will be developed and approved. Products or potential products which are the subject of partnerships, joint ventures or licensing collaborations may be subject to differences between the partners. Also, UCB or others could discover safety, side effects or manufacturing problems with its products after they are marketed. Moreover, sales may be impacted by international and domestic trends toward managed care and health care cost containment and the reimbursement policies imposed by third-party payers as well as legislation affecting biopharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement. References [1] World Health Organization. The Global Burden of Disease 2004 Update. Available at: https://www.who.int/healthinfo/global_burden_disease/GBD_report_2004update_full.pdf Accessed January 2020. [2] National Psoriasis Foundation. Statistics. Available at: https://www.psoriasis.org/content/statistics. Accessed January 2020. [3] Reveille JD, et al. Prevalence of axial spondylarthritis in the United States: estimates from a cross-sectional survey. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2012;64(6):905-910. [4] Myasoedova E, Croswon CS, Kremers HM, et al. Is the incidence of rheumatoid arthritis rising?: Results from Olmsted County, Minnesota, 1955–2007. Arthritis Rheum. 2010;62(6):1576-1582. [5] Boehncke WH, Schön MP. Psoriasis. The Lancet. 2015;386(9997):983-994. [6] Scotti L, Franchi M, Marchesoni A, et al. Prevalence and incidence of psoriatic arthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Semin Arthritis Rheum. 2018;48(1):28-34. [7] Rusman T, van Vollenhoven RF, van der Horst-Bruinsma IE. Gender Differences in Axial Spondyloarthritis: Women Are Not So Lucky. Curr Rheumatol Rep. 2018;20(6):35. [8] LEO Innovation Lab and The Happiness Research Institute. World Psoriasis Happiness Report October 2017. Available online at: https://psoriasishappiness.report/static/documents/world-psoriasis-happiness-report-2017.pdf Last accessed January 2020. [9] Tournadre A, Pereira B, Lhoste A, et al. Differences Between Women and Men With Recent–Onset Axial Spondyloarthritis: Results From a Prospective Multicenter French Cohort. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2013;65(9):1482-1489. [10] Mancuso CA, Rincon M, et al. Psychosocial variables and fatigue: a longitudinal study comparing individuals with rheumatoid arthritis and healthy controls. J Rheumatol. 2006;33(8):1496-1502. [11] Reddy S, Scher J, Swearingen C, et al. SAT0411 Gender Differences in Disease Activity in A Psoriatic Arthritis Routine Care Cohort. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases 2014;73:743-744. [12] Pahwa R, Jialal I. Chronic Inflammation. StatPearls Publishing. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK493173/. Accessed January 2020. [13] Osterhaus JT, Purcaru O. Discriminant validity, responsiveness and reliability of the arthritis-specific Work Productivity Survey assessing workplace and household productivity within and outside the home in patients with axial spondyloarthritis, including nonradiographic axial spondyloarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Arthritis Res Ther. 2014;16(4):R164. [14] Slobodin G, Reyhan I, Avshovich N, et al. Recently diagnosed axial spondyloarthritis: gender differences and factors related to delay in diagnosis. Clin Rheumatol. 2011;30(8):1075-80. [15] Tincani A, Taylor P, Fischer-Betz R, et al. FRI0693 Fears and misconceptions of women with chronic rheumatic diseases on their journey to motherhood. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. 2018;77(2):866. [16] National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society. What is RA? Available at: https://www.nras.org.uk/what-is-ra-article. Accessed April 2020. [17] National National Axial Spondyloarthritis Society. What is axial SpA (AS)? 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The Office of the President announced the winners of the 4th Presidential Innovation Award
TAIPEI, Sept. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Office of the President announced the winners of the 4th Presidential Innovation Award today which Taiwan Design Research Institute (TDRI) won in the group award category, while Dr. Huang Sheng-jean, Taipei City Hospital's superintendent, and Jeff Kuo, Gogolook's Co. Chair and CEO, were named winners of the individual and youth categories respectively. From left to right: Superintendent of Taipei City Hospital Huang Sheng-jean, President Tsai Ing-wen, TDRI President Chang Chi-yi, and Gogolook co-founder Jeff Kuo/ Photo courtesy of the Presidential Office The Presidential Innovation Award was established in 2004 to commend individuals or groups who have achieved innovation in the diverse fields of product, technology, management, service, or culture that contributes to the country's economic development. The winners shall utilize innovative and entrepreneurial thinking and energy to accelerate industrial structure transformation, set examples for innovative economic development in Taiwan, and establish a comprehensive system of innovation to boost Taiwan's competitive edge in economic development. The award is awarded biennially and is Taiwan's highest presidential honor on innovation after the Presidential Culture Award, Presidential Science Award, and Presidential Education Award. Taiwan Design Research Institute, formerly known as Taiwan Design Center, was founded by Ministry of Economic Affairs in 2003 to promote design aesthetics, provide industry guidance, and establish international connections. Over the past sixteen years, TDRI has successfully enhanced aesthetic awareness in the population, resulting in an increasing number of Taiwanese designers winning international awards. TDRI also organizes international design events to showcase Taiwan's world-class design capability. With support from the public, industrial, and academic sectors, TDRI was officially promoted from Taiwan Design Center in 2020, which was designated as Taiwan's first year in combining design with industrial innovation. Moving forward, TDRI shall actively participate in interdepartmental and inter-county/inter-municipal collaborations to incorporate design thinking into the common administrative values of the central and local governments, turning Taiwan's design capability into a major strategy and boosting the international reputation of products Designed in Taiwan (DIT). It was a tremendous honor for TDRI and the design industry to receive this year's Presidential Innovation Award. TDRI continues to uphold its values in finding innovative solutions for the various projects it launched, including the Taiwan Railway Aesthetic Makeover Project, the Taipei-to-Hualien Shuttle Bus Makeover Project, the Design Movement on Campus Project, and the Public Fire Safety Equipment Redesign Project, all of which have set new standards for Taiwanese aesthetics through innovative, subtractive design. Design is no longer simply about aesthetic appearance, but a strategy for social transformation. TDRI aims to introduce Taiwanese society to the functionality and value of design and how human-centered service design can inject wonder into people's lives, be it in the form of products or services. TDRI has received wide acclaim and was awarded the Presidential Innovation Award for achieving the challenging task of incorporating design thinking into the fields of social and public services. As TDRI President Chi-Yi Chang once said, "To us, design is like a lighter that we use to light up the darkest corner; we use it to illuminate the various areas that we're needed, wherever that may be." President Chi-Yi Chang shall represent TDRI in receiving the 4th Presidential Innovation Award, which shall be personally awarded by President Tsai Ing-wen in a public ceremony. Photo - https://photos.prnasia.com/prnh/20200903/2907629-1?lang=0
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Yunnan Announces 10 Intangible Heritage-Themed Tourist Routes
KUNMING, China, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 27, the Yunnan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism issued a notice on its website announcing 10 intangible heritage-themed tourist routes in Yunnan Province, detailing the intangible heritage resources involved in the routes. Dongba characters The 10 routes are "West Yunnan—the Silk Road and Clouds Appreciation Route", "West Yunnan—Arts and Beauty of Yunnan Route", "Northwest Yunnan—Tea Horse Road Route", "Central Yunnan—Exploration Route ", "Southwest Yunnan—Scent of Tea Route", "East Yunnan—Relaxation and Recreation Route", "Northwest Yunnan—Mysterious Realm Route", "Southwest Yunnan—Exotic and Ethnic Customs Route", "Central Yunnan—Charming Plateau Route" and "Southeast Yunnan—Folk Songs Route". These 10 routes are launched by the Yunnan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism after fully integrating the province's intangible heritage resources, aiming to promote the creative transformation and innovative development of intangible heritage protection, and facilitate the in-depth integration of culture and tourism. The notice requires that all prefectures and cities of Yunnan implement the policy of "prioritizing intangible heritage protection and salvation, and reasonably utilizing, and developing intangible heritage". On the basis of consolidating and reinforcing the achievements of intangible heritage protection, they should give full play to the role of the market in allocating resources, make reasonable use of intangible heritage resources at representative protection projects, strengthen the construction of intangible heritage-themed tourist routes, enhance the cultural quality of Yunnan's tourist routes, and shape high-caliber cultural tourist brands. Each of the 10 intangible heritage routes has its own unique history, culture, scenery and flavor of Yunnan. If you want to know more about the beauty of Yunnan, pick up your phone, check out Go-Yunnan app and embark on a visual journey to Yunnan. Recently, Go-Yunnan app officially released its V1.5, adding Lonely-Planet-featured "Yunnan Highlights", "Yunnan by Month", "Festivals and Events" and "Itinerary", and new functions such as "Ask for Local" and "Email Registration and Login", in a bid to create more enjoyable experiences for travelers from abroad. Having upgraded and optimized its core services such as "Essentials", "Translator", the new Go-Yunnan app presents a visual feast that takes you deep into the destination as a local travel guide to understand the environment, folk customs, culture and history of the thriving southwestern province. It aims to reshape the concept of travel, which used to be sightseeing, into a lifestyle of travelers to learn about the world and renew themselves. If visitors want to know the many ways to experience the charm of Yunnan, they can just pack their bags and follow their dream. Yunnan welcomes everyone with open arms.
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Life Fitness Introduces Axiom Series: A New, Comprehensive Line of Strength Equipment
Best-in-class series combines leading biomechanics with an eye-catching design ROSEMONT, Ill., Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Life Fitness today unveiled Axiom Series, a comprehensive and versatile line of strength equipment featuring 10 single-exercise and eight dual-exercise selectorized machines, a dual adjustable pulley, and 12 benches and racks. Now available globally, Axiom Series delivers simple and reliable biomechanics with an inviting, eye-catching design ideal for many fitness facilities, from health clubs to multi-unit housing, hospitality and more. Axiom Series single and dual exercise selectorized machines are designed with a low-profile tower that allows for clear sight lines across the floor and can upgrade the appearance of any fitness facility. To ensure exercisers have a smooth and comfortable experience, Axiom Series utilizes high-quality weight stacks, guide rods, pulleys and cables, in addition to a standard accessory tray on top of each tower to store a water bottle, towel or mobile phone. Customers can also choose between a rear shroud only or full shroud solution depending on the design of their facility. "We are thrilled to expand our industry-leading strength portfolio with the Axiom Series to offer fitness facilities a single, complete solution for strength training," said Dan Wille, Global Vice President of Marketing and Product Development, Life Fitness. "We've listened to feedback from our customers and we're excited for them to experience the full breadth and versatility of this line. The Axiom lineup features a fresh, inviting design with upgraded biomechanics and is the perfect solution to upgrade the look and strength training experience of any facility." Life Fitness Axiom Series benches and racks offer wide-ranging solutions for both storage and training. There are five racks dedicated to dumbbell storage, a barbell rack and a vertical medicine ball storage rack. Other key products include a Smith rack, flexibility trainer, abdominal bench and a dip and leg raise. In addition, the Axiom Series dual adjustable pulley is a centerpiece for functional strength training with limitless training options used for individual workouts, personal training or group training applications. An optimized weight stack position narrows the footprint without sacrificing function, and a pair of long adjustable handles, an ankle strap and a triceps rope all come standard with the unit. The line is also user-friendly and approachable to all exercisers. All selectorized units include graphic placards to help exercisers learn what muscle groups they are training and proper exercise motion. QR codes are also scannable via a smart phone to show a video of how to use each machine. Simple, reliable, and aesthetically designed, the Life Fitness Axiom Series will elevate the strength training experience for any facility with its breadth and versatility. To explore Axiom Series, click here. About Life Fitness Life Fitness is the global leader in commercial fitness equipment and game tables and furnishings. The company manufactures and sells its strength and cardiovascular equipment, billiards tables and accessories, and game room furniture under the brand names Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Cybex, Indoor Cycling Group, SCIFIT and Brunswick Billiards. Its equipment is distributed to 166 countries. Life Fitness is headquartered outside Chicago, in Rosemont, Illinois. For more information about Life Fitness products and services, visit www.lifefitness.com. Dana Andreoli T: +1-847-288-3366 E: dana.andreoli@lifefitness.com Photo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1248722/life_fitness_axiom_series.jpg?p=medium600 Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/970688/Life_Fitness_Corporate_Logo.jpg?p=medium600
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Wenshan Ranks First in "Where Do You Wanna Go Most in Yunnan" Poll
KUNMING, China, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- After 12 days of voting, the "Where Do You Wanna Go Most in Yunnan" poll, which is organized by Go-Yunnan, ended on September 5, 2020, and featured the charming scenery, culture and customs of 16 cities and prefectures in Yunnan. A total of 10,797 votes were registered. The top three cities and prefectures are Wenshan, Dali and Baoshan. Where Do You Wanna Go Most in Yunnan Go-Yunnan would like to thank the participants very much for their participation and support of this event. The top three cities and prefectures are as follows: No. 1: Wenshan (801 votes) Wenshan is located in the southeastern karst area of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, one of the most typical areas of karst landform in Yunnan. Here the master hand of nature has carved out a beautiful wonderland of unparalleled beauty. Wenshan also enjoys a prime location. It's at the junction of Yunnan, Guangxi and Vietnam, known as the "Yunnan-Guangxi Corridor", which connects the international economies of Southwest China, the Pearl River Delta and Southeast Asia. The average temperature here is 19℃ all year round, with no scorching heat in summer and no freezing coldness in winter. In addition, the high humidity and ideal air quality make Wenshen a perfect tourist destination and habitable place. No. 2: Dali (771 votes) The gentle breeze, the colorful flowers, the snow-capped Cangshan Mountain and the reflection of the moon in the Erhai Lake, these natural marvels make Dali a romantic tourist city, and a faraway dreamland for many people. Life in Dali could be soul-refreshing and relaxing. Tourists particularly enjoy the tranquil Erhai Lake, the pleasant breeze, the ancient turquoise flagstone roads, the fragrant tea, and the local ethnic customs. No.3: Baoshan (764 votes) Baoshan is located in the west of Yunnan Province, bordering Lincang City in the east, Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture in the north, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in the northeast, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture in the southwest, and Myanmar in the south and northwest, with a borderline of 167.78km. The unique geographical location has made Baoshan a key route of the famous Southern Silk Road in history, which is also China's gateway to Southeast Asia and Myanmar. It is also an important post station of China to Southeast Asia and South Asia, a pivotal distribution center of China-Myanmar trade, a political, economic and cultural locus of western Yunnan, and the seat of prefecture and county of many dynasties. Dubbed a place as warm as spring and as pure as jade, Baoshan welcomes all with open arms. There are so many beautiful places in Yunnan waiting to be explored. If vistors want to know more about the beauty of Yunnan, they can pick up their phone, check out Go-Yunnan app and embark on a visual journey to Yunnan. Recently, Go-Yunnan app officially released its V1.5, adding Lonely-Planet-featured "Yunnan Highlights", "Yunnan by Month", "Festivals and Events", and "Itineraries", and new functions such as "Ask for Local" and "Email Registration and Login", in a bid to create more enjoyable experiences for travelers from abroad. Having upgraded and optimized its core services such as "Essentials", "Translator", the new Go-Yunnan app presents a visual feast that takes visitors deep into the destination as a local travel guide to understand the environment, folk customs, culture and history of the thriving southwestern province. APP link:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tengyun.intl.yyn
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"Halal Restaurant Week Korea 2020" is coming online: KTO presenting "Halal TV" videos for Muslim tourists who miss Korea
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Korea Tourism Organization ("KTO", led by President Ahn Young-bae) will broadcast "Halal TV" for about two months from Sep. 14 to Nov. 16 on its YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/WOWKOREASUPPORTERS) to promote the beauty of Korean tourism for potential Muslim tourists although overseas travel is limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic. KTO's "Survey on Muslim Tourists' Travel to Korea" revealed that many Muslims find the lack of Halal restaurants inconvenient during their visit to Korea. Accordingly, the tourism organization has hosted an annual event called "Halal Restaurant Week Korea" for the past few years to address this issue. The main point of the event is to provide reliable information about Muslim-friendly restaurants serving Halal foods and special offers, including discount coupons. This year, however, KTO carries out an online promotion for the event as it has become difficult for Muslim tourists to physically visit Korea due to the global pandemic. It plans to post new Halal-themed videos on its YouTube channel. The first video is titled "Halal K-Food Cooking Studio," showing Halal-safe Korean food recipes that are also easy to follow. Hosted by Chef Choi Gwang-ho (winner of MasterChef Korea Season 3), it features easy recipes for some of popular Korean dishes, such as Bibimbap, Tteokbokki, and K-Ramyeon (noodles), using ingredients easily found outside Korea. In the second video called "Halal Restaurant Tasty Party," Muslim expats in Korea will share their views on some of well-known Halal restaurants across Seoul. It will be hosted by Zahid Hussain, who used to be on a popular Korean show called "Non-summit TV Talk Show". The panels will introduce some of the restaurants participating in the Halal Restaurant Week Korea event and promote a variety of Halal foods, ranging from traditional ones such as Shakshouka and Kebab to fusion dishes such as Halal Bulgogi. A total of 10 videos will be uploaded every Monday from Sep. 14 to Nov. 16 on KTO's YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/WOWKOREASUPPORTERS). In particular, an online promotional event will be organized, where viewers will get a chance to win gift cards when they post the photos or videos of making the dishes introduced on Halal TV's first video ("Halal K-Food Cooking Studio") on their social network accounts and leave the link in the comments, or write comments about the video. Halal Restaurant Week Korea website: www.hrwkorea.or.kr(Information about the event and participating restaurants, and links to download coupons) KTO's YouTube Channel (WOWKOREA):https://www.youtube.com/c/WOWKOREASUPPORTERS
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St Kitts and Nevis Ranks First As The World's Fastest Citizenship by Investment Programme, 2020 CBI Index Finds
BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Federation of St Kitts and Nevis offers one of the best citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes in the world. This is according to a new report issued by Professional Wealth Management magazine, a publication from the Financial Times. St Kitts and Nevis remains the country with the fastest citizenship timeline, providing one of the most certain and family-appealing CBI programmes, particularly in light of its new limited-time offer. St Kitts and Nevis stood out in the 2020 CBI Index for its CBI Programme’s robust vetting procedures, convenient travel and residence requirements, and for offering a safe and reliable product. In the 2020 CBI Index, the Federation's CBI Programme ranked number one or joint-first for offering fast and straightforward processing, reliable due diligence, and certainty, with an unrivalled experience of 36 years. It also obtained top marks for not requiring applicants to travel and reside for any minimum period. The CBI Index discussed St Kitts and Nevis' limited-time offer which allows vetted families of up to four to obtain citizenship for US$150,000 instead of US$195,000 through the fund option. The report recognises the growing importance to investors to be able to obtain citizenship for their families too. St Kitts and Nevis allows future generations of successful applicants to inherit citizenship. Prime Minister Dr the Hon. Timothy Harris commented: "St Kitts and Nevis is not only a place for investors to thrive in, but also a welcoming home for their children and grandchildren. We have made our streets safer and our rule of law — stronger. We keep investing in education and healthcare. Our economy is resilient even when faced with external shocks like a global pandemic." Les Khan, the CEO of the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), said: "We continue to focus on what matters to investors most, while ensuring that we maintain our 'Platinum Standard' brand. Our limited-time offer comes at a time when investors value family safety and security more than ever. That is why we have decided to temporarily allow them to add up to three members of their family for the same amount of contribution as for a single applicant." Under the Accelerated Application Process feature, investors can obtain citizenship — and their passport, a separate process to CBI — within 60 days. Applicants must first undergo a multi-tiered due diligence process. The CIU introduced a temporary provision, instituted in the context of Covid-19, whereby Authorised Persons — who are mandatory to apply through — may submit applications online. However, the CIU will not issue an approval without receipt of the physical application at a later date. Once successful, economic citizens earn the right to live, work, and study in St Kitts and Nevis. They can also travel visa-free or with a visa-on-arrival to almost 160 countries and territories, and enjoy all the economic and social benefits as native citizens. To find out more about St Kitts and Nevis' Citizenship by Investment Programme, please visit the CIU website. ciuunitskn@gmail.com, www.ciu.gov.kn Photo: https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1249823/st_kitts_and_nevis__2020_cbi_index.jpg?p=medium600
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Al-Jadaan: Reopening of the Economy, Saudi Shows Positive Results
Euromoney Saudi Digital Series 2020 RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- At the 15th virtual edition of the Euromoney Saudi Arabia Conference HE Mr. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, Minister of Finance and Acting Minister of Economy and Planning stated that the Saudi economy is recovering, in arguably the most challenging of years for a century. Saudi Arabia ended 2019 with positive momentum as Vision 2030 started yielding results. Saudi Arabia assumed the G20 presidency in 2020, working with G20 leaders and other partners to support sustainable and inclusive growth. In Q1, COVID-19 hit the world like a speed train, with significant impact, particularly on the most vulnerable, whether that be countries or individuals. Various countries saw GDP fall by 5%,10%, 15% and some by 20%, effectively losing ten years of growth. Vision 2030 reforms provided a strong platform for Saudi Arabia to have a quick and positive response to the pandemic. Significant resources were redirected to the healthcare system, and the King quickly decided to provide healthcare services free of charge not only to the Saudi nationals but also to residents and illegal residents. The government delivered a SAR 218 billion package of support to businesses and the private sector. SAMA, the central bank, provided significant liquidity into the banking sector of approximately SAR 70 billion. SAMA also injected another SAR 50 billion of liquidity into the banking system to enable banks and financial institutions to provide credit to the private sector. Initial signs were very positive as the economy re-opened. In 11 tourist destinations, room occupancy rates jumped to 85% and 90%. The economy is getting back and recovering but caution is required. The success of the Privatization Program also saved SAR 15.7 billion of the government's expenditure. "For the first time in the history of G20, the first virtual summit meeting was held with very clear mandates and actions to ensure the protection of people's lives and livelihoods. Actions included the Debt Service Suspension Initiative potentially saving countries in need up to $14bn. G20 countries have injected over $11tr into economies and $21bn was raised to fill a long outstanding gap in health funding for such a situation." In closing he said: "The Saudi people were able to adopt and lead the charge, with exceptional talents that worked hard 24 hours a day to control COVID-19 and prepare the national economy for recovery." To watch the complete interview with HE Mr. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, please click here.Related Links :https://www.euromoney.com
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Caribbean Thrive as the Best for Citizenship by Investment, New 2020 CBI Index Finds
LONDON, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 7th, Professional Wealth Management (PWM) magazine, a publication from the Financial Times, released the fourth edition of its annual report: 'A Guide to Global Citizenship: The 2020 CBI Index.' It evaluates all active citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes in the world and ranks them against nine pillars deemed most important to individuals seeking second citizenship by means of investment. 2020 CBI Index - A Guide to Global Citizenship - www.cbiindex.com Of all existing 14 programmes worldwide, the report found that the Commonwealth of Dominica and the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis top the 2020 CBI Index ranking. Dominica succeeded at balancing straightforward processing and wider eligibility of dependants with reliable due diligence and an excellent overall reputation. Meanwhile, St Kitts and Nevis remains unchallenged as regards speedy processing times and longevity, with a focus on appealing more to families. Its new limited-time offer — whereby a family of up to four can obtain citizenship for US$150,000 via the fund option — addresses investors' need for more family-friendly solutions. Similar to last year, fellow Caribbean nations — Grenada, St Lucia, and Antigua and Barbuda — join Dominica and St Kitts and Nevis in occupying the top five positions of the 2020 CBI Index. Vanuatu, Malta, Cyprus, Montenegro, Turkey, Bulgaria, Austria, Cambodia, and Jordan complete the ranking. The 2020 CBI Index introduces two new pillars — Family and Certainty of Product — to the previous seven, and integrates settlement rights into the Freedom of Movement pillar. The family pillar considers how easy it is to include immediate and extended family members in a primary application. Certainty of product looks at the Programme's stability in five key areas: longevity, popularity and renown, stability, reputation and adaptability. These major adjustments reflect the shifts in the investor immigration industry towards more family inclusiveness and the need for trustworthy programmes. The COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent closure of borders made many investors prioritise health, safety, a pleasant environment, and welcoming communities over global mobility. "By blocking international travel, the COVID-19 pandemic has had the effect of reminding investors and the wider world of the fundamental importance of 'home,'" the researcher explains. "Home and citizenship are closely intertwined, as only citizenship can give certainty that a person will be able to settle somewhere indefinitely. […] And, as the CBI Index highlights, there are few options for citizenship that are as expeditious and straightforward as citizenship by investment." "The current global crisis has led investors to explore alternative citizenship and residence options with a focus on healthcare and standard of living," comments Micha-Rose Emmett, CEO of CS Global Partners — a leading industry firm and government advisory headquartered in London. The co-head of global wealth planning at UBS, Anna Brugnoli, echoes Ms Emmett's assessment. She adds that high-net-worth individuals seeking relocation evaluate how effectively a country responded to the health and economic crises — which the Caribbean excelled at. "What we see is the question of 'Do I have the right citizenship?'" Ms Brugnoli told PWM. Yuri Bender, PWM Editor-in-Chief, comments: "COVID-19 has proved the catalyst for many trends which private banking teams witness in daily practice. One of these is the use of Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes to help global families manage both their structures and expectations." Click here to download the full report. About the CBI Index Released yearly by Professional Wealth Management, a publication from the Financial Times, the CBI Index is the only independent study that comprehensively evaluates and compares all active citizenship by investment programmes in the world. Created in 2017 by independent researcher James McKay, founder of McKay Research, the CBI Index aims to bring value to the investor immigration industry, and provide a practical, decision-making guide to individuals and families considering citizenship by investment. Infographic - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/1249388/cbi_index_infographic.jpg?p=medium600 info@cbiindex.comwww.cbiindex.com Related Links :https://csglobalpartners.com
