Month: 2025-06

HONG KONG, Jun 27, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The opening ceremony of the "Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" exhibition, jointly organised by the Development Bureau (DEVB) and the National Cultural Heritage Administration, was held today (June 27). The exhibition will run at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre from tomorrow (June 28), featuring significant Tang dynasty artefacts unearthed on the Mainland and in Hong Kong to showcase the inclusiveness, diversity and openness of the prosperous Tang dynasty, and introduce Hong Kong's pivotal role in the Maritime Silk Road.Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, said that, as one of the celebration activities of the 28th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, this is the largest joint exhibition, in terms of profile, scale and quantity of artefacts on display, since the signing of the Framework Agreement on Deepening Exchange and Cooperation in the Field of Heritage Architecture and Archaeology between the DEVB and the National Cultural Heritage Administration in 2022. The exhibition marks a move towards a higher level of mutual co-operation. Hong Kong is an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. She is eagerly anticipating that the exhibition can showcase the culture of the majestic Tang dynasty to members of the public and friends from all over the world.Other officiating guests at the ceremony were Deputy Administrator of the National Cultural Heritage Administration Mr Qiao Yunfei; the Secretary General of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Wang Songmiao; the Permanent Secretary for Development (Works), Mr Ricky Lau; the Director of Art Exhibitions China, Mr Tan Ping; the Chairman of the Antiquities Advisory Board, Professor Desmond Hui; and the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Built Heritage Conservation, Professor Douglas So.The opening ceremony of the exhibition entitled "Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" was held today (June 27) at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre. Photo shows the Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn (centre); Deputy Administrator of the National Cultural Heritage Administration Mr Qiao Yunfei (third right); the Secretary General of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Wang Songmiao (third left); the Permanent Secretary for Development (Works), Mr Ricky Lau (second right); the Director of Art Exhibitions China, Mr Tan Ping (second left); the Chairman of the Antiquities Advisory Board, Professor Desmond Hui (first right); and the Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Built Heritage Conservation, Professor Douglas So (first left), officiating at the opening ceremony.The exhibition is divided into eight sections on the administrative system and governance of the Tang dynasty, the planning of Chang'an city, the life of people, religious beliefs, literati elegance, craftsmanship, prosperous scenes along the Silk Road and Maritime Silk Road, and Hong Kong's role as a node on the Maritime Silk Road in the Tang dynasty. It features 269 significant pieces/sets of artefacts from 28 museums and cultural institutions in 10 provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities on the Mainland (including 49 pieces/sets of grade-one cultural relics) and 29 pieces/sets of important artefacts unearthed in Hong Kong and dated to the Tang dynasty.Among the key exhibits are two paintings, namely the "Scroll depicting Emperor Minghuang playing polo", which is a Song dynasty depiction of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang (Minghuang) playing polo with his concubines on horseback; and the hanging scroll of Li Bai's "Chun Ye Yan Tao Li Yuan Xu" (preface to the spring night banquet in the peach and plum garden) on kesi (cut silk) depicting the refined life of Tang dynasty literati. These paintings will only be displayed during the first two months (June 28 to August 27). Other key exhibits include a sancai teaware set with a seated figurine revealing the image of Lu Yu, China's sage of tea; a gold jie comb (hair comb accessory) carved in openwork from a thin piece of gold; a painted figurine of a dancing black man with exotic charm; the "Lun Yu Zheng Xuan Zhu" (the Analects with annotation by Zheng Xuan) copied by Bu Tianshou, which has been included in the first batch of the National Catalogue of Precious Ancient Books; and a crimson gold walking dragon used in ritual ceremonies, which will be displayed throughout the entire exhibition period.The exhibition also displays significant Tang dynasty artefacts unearthed at Chek Lap Kok, Tung Chung and San Tau on Lantau Island in Hong Kong, including ceramic ware, iron weapons, bronze belt ornaments, silver chai hairpin, glass ring, fragment of silver piece, Kai Yuan Tong Bao (circulating treasure from a new era) and Qian Yuan Zhong Bao (heavy treasure of Qian Yuan reign) bronze coins, to illustrate the role of Hong Kong in the Maritime Silk Road.The exhibition will run at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre in Kowloon Park, Haiphong Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, from tomorrow to December 31 with free admission. For details and a short video on the preparation of the exhibition, please visit the website of the Antiquities and Monuments Office of the DEVB. (Link: https://www.amo.gov.hk/en/visitor-centre/exhibitions/heritage-discovery-centre/tang-exhibition/index.html )The opening ceremony of the exhibition entitled "Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" was held today (June 27) at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre. Photo shows the Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn, giving a speech at the opening ceremony.The opening ceremony of the exhibition entitled "Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" was held today (June 27) at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre. Photo shows the Secretary for Development, Ms Bernadette Linn (second left); Deputy Administrator of the National Cultural Heritage Administration Mr Qiao Yunfei (first right); and the Secretary General of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Wang Songmiao (second right), touring the exhibition.The opening ceremony of the exhibition entitled "Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" was held today (June 27) at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre. Photo shows a sancai teaware set with a seated figurine revealing the image of Lu Yu, China's sage of tea.The opening ceremony of the exhibition entitled "Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" was held today (June 27) at the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre. Photo shows a crimson gold walking dragon used in ritual ceremonies. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BANGKOK, June 27, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Thailand has affirmed its commitment to ethical and inclusive artificial intelligence by hosting the 3rd UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI 2025, a Center to Support AI for Economy, Society, and Human Rights at Centara Grand at CentralWorld from June 24 to 27. The event brought together representatives from 104 countries. In her keynote speech, H.E. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra stated, “AI is no longer the future, it is the power shaping our present,” emphasizing that Thailand is ready to lead the region in ensuring AI serves the public good and leaves no one behind.The Prime Minister outlined Thailand’s three key AI priorities: harnessing AI for positive impact in sectors like agriculture, healthcare, and education; addressing threats such as disinformation and deepfakes; and putting people at the center of the AI transition. She stressed that AI must support workers, not replace them, and urged investment in reskilling to protect human dignity.Thailand’s National AI Strategy, led by the National AI Committee, aims to drive social and economic transformation through AI by 2027, targeting at least 4 billion baht in value creation. A central focus is on empowering SMEs to apply AI tools that lower costs, boost productivity, and enhance global competitiveness.During the Forum, the Prime Minister also held a bilateral meeting with Ms. Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO. Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation on AI ethics, with Thailand’s AI Governance Practice Center (AIGPC) designated as a key regional partner. AIGPC will support capacity building, certification programs, and knowledge-sharing across Asia-Pacific.Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Mr. Prasert Chandraruangthong, reaffirmed Thailand’s alignment with UNESCO’s ethical AI framework. Thailand has adopted the Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) to evaluate its AI readiness, which will inform future investments and policy development.To engage the public, Thailand is also organizing Bangkok AI Week 2025 under the theme “AI Powered Nation: Unleashing the Digital Economy for All,” featuring exhibitions, workshops, and interactive events across the city.For updates, follow Facebook: ETDA Thailand Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Antwerp, Belgium, June 28, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CEVA Logistics in Greater China is coming together with Windrose, leading heavy-duty electric truck provider, to conduct a feasibility study for the deployment of long-haul electric vehicle (EV) trucking in China. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in CEVA's commitment to sustainability and its pioneering efforts to lead the sustainable development of the logistics industry.Under this partnership, CEVA and Windrose have successfully conducted trials of long-haul electric trucking, including a round-trip journey from Greater Bay Area in Guangdong to Pingxiang, Guangxi, at the China-Vietnam border, and a 5,000-kilometer journey from Shenzhen to Alashankou, at the China-Kazakhstan border.These pilot runs resulted in a remarkable carbon emissions reduction of approximately 55% on average (WTW) per GLEC framework. Based on these successes, CEVA and Windrose will continue to conduct trial runs within China to further explore the feasibility, cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency of using EVs across various routes and operational scenarios. As part of its strategic plan, CEVA aspires to connect Southeast Asia, Central Asia and even Europe through a TIR network.Aligned with the CMA CGM Group's target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, CEVA is committed to expanding its fleet of low-carbon vehicles. CEVA aims to reach 1,450 low-carbon vehicles in its ground operations by 2025 and over 650 battery-electric trucks in service globally. In this regard, CEVA will continue to innovate and invest in sustainable logistics solutions, further solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable logistics."CEVA is committed to leading the way in sustainable ground transport," said Antonio Pacciolla, vice president of Ground & Rail, APAC and IMECA. "We embrace innovative technologies to enhance our logistics solutions, delivering low carbon transport services to our clients while reducing our carbon footprint. That's how we imagine better ways to serve a world in motion.""We are excited to collaborate with CEVA, a leader in the logistics industry known for its innovative and forward-thinking approach," said Wen Han, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Windrose. "Both parties are committed to sustainability and innovation. This partnership will enable us to better serve the markets and shippers with low carbon transport, while setting new benchmarks for sustainable logistics."About CEVA LogisticsCEVA Logistics, a world leader in third-party logistics, provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Headquartered in Marseille, France, CEVA Logistics offers a broad range of end-to-end, customized solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground and finished vehicle transport in 170 countries worldwide thanks to its approximately 110,000 employees at more than 1,500 facilities. With 2024 revenue of US$18.3 billion, CEVA Logistics is part of the CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions.For more information, please visit www.cevalogistics.com or contact: media@cevalogistics.com.About Windrose TechnologyWindrose is a leading provider of electric heavy-duty trucks, committed to delivering zero-emissions and cost-effective solutions for the logistics industry. The company is the first domestic player to provide an independently developed solution of zero-emissions intelligent heavy-duty truck from the ground up, aiming at the global markets in four continents including US, Europe, Asia, Oceania and so forth. Windrose was founded by Wen HAN in 2022, who is a Stanford graduate, formerly investor at Bridgewater Associates, GSR Ventures, as well as previously Chief Strategy and Financial Officer at Plus.For more information, please visit www.windrose.tech / or contact: global@windrose.techSOURCE: Windrose Technology Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

比利時安特衛普，2025年6月28日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - CEVA物流大中華區與領先的重型電動卡車供應商Windrose攜手，展開在中國部署長途電動汽車（EV）運輸的可行性研究。此次合作標誌著CEVA在可持續發展承諾上的重要進展，也是其引領物流行業可持續發展的又一創新舉措。在本次合作框架下，CEVA與Windrose已成功完成多次長途電動卡車試運行，包括從廣東大灣區至中越邊境的廣西憑祥的往返行程，以及從深圳至中哈邊境的阿拉山口，累計行駛約5,000公里。根據全球物流排放理事會（GLEC）框架測算，這些試運行平均實現了約55%的碳排放減排（從源頭到車輪，WTW）。基於試點成果，CEVA與Windrose將繼續在中國境內開展更多測試，深入評估電動車在不同路線及營運場景中的可行性、成本效益和運行效率。作為其戰略規劃的一部分，CEVA希望通過TIR網絡連接東南亞、中亞，甚至延伸至歐洲。為響應CMA CGM集團到2050年實現淨零碳排放的目標，CEVA致力於擴大其低碳車輛車隊。CEVA計劃在2025年前於地面運輸業務中部署1,450輛低碳車輛，並在全球範圍內投入運營超過650輛純電動卡車。為此，CEVA將持續在可持續物流解決方案方面進行創新與投資，進一步鞏固其在可持續物流領域的領先地位。「CEVA致力於引領可持續地面運輸的發展，」CEVA亞太及IMECA地區地面與鐵路運輸副總裁Antonio Pacciolla表示。「我們積極擁抱創新技術，提升物流解決方案，為客戶提供低碳運輸服務的同時，減少自身碳足跡。這正是我們構想『更優運輸方案』的方式。」「我們很高興能與CEVA合作。CEVA是物流行業的領導者，以其創新精神和前瞻性思維著稱，」Windrose創辦人、董事長兼首席執行官韓文表示。「雙方都秉持可持續與創新理念。本次合作將助力我們更好地服務市場與貨主，提供低碳運輸解決方案，並樹立可持續物流的新標竿。」關於CEVA物流CEVA物流是全球領先的第三方物流服務供應商，致力於通過全球供應鏈解決方案連接人與產品、供應商與市場。公司總部位於法國馬賽，在全球170個國家擁有約110,000名員工和超過1,500個營運設施，提供涵蓋合約物流、空運、海運、陸運及整車運輸在內的廣泛端對端客製化服務。2024年，CEVA物流實現營業收入183億美元。CEVA物流隸屬於CMA CGM集團，後者是全球領先的海運、陸運、空運及綜合物流解決方案提供商。如需了解更多資訊，請造訪 www.cevalogistics.com 或聯繫：media@cevalogistics.com。關於Windrose TechnologyWindrose是一家領先的電動重卡解決方案供應商，致力於為物流行業提供零排放且具成本效益的運輸解決方案。Windrose是中國首家自主研發並實現從零起步、全流程智慧化零排放重型卡車的企業，業務面向包括美國、歐洲、亞洲、大洋洲在內的四大洲全球市場。Windrose由韓文於2022年創立，他是史丹佛大學畢業生，曾任橋水基金與金沙江創投投資人，以及自動駕駛公司Plus的戰略與財務總監。如需了解更多資訊，請造訪 www.windrose.tech 或聯繫：global@windrose.tech。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

香港，2025年6月27日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 由發展局和國家文物局合辦的「唐風萬里：多元交融開放的盛世」展覽今日（六月二十七日）舉行開幕禮，明日（六月二十八日）起於香港文物探知館展出內地及香港出土的唐代重要文物，呈現大唐兼收並蓄、多元開放的盛世風采，並介紹香港在海上絲綢之路的重要角色。發展局局長甯漢豪在開幕禮致辭時表示，這次展覽是香港回歸祖國二十八周年慶祝活動之一，亦是發展局與國家文物局在二○二二年簽署《關於深化文化遺產領域交流與合作的框架協議書》後，規格最高、規模最大、文物展品數量最多的合辦展覽，標誌着雙方合作邁向更高台階。香港是中外文化藝術交流中心，她殷切期待展覽可以把巍巍唐風展現給香港市民，以及來自萬里各地的朋友。出席開幕典禮的其他主禮嘉賓包括國家文物局副局長喬雲飛、中央人民政府駐香港特別行政區聯絡辦公室秘書長王松苗、發展局常任秘書長（工務）劉俊傑、中國文物交流中心主任譚平、古物諮詢委員會主席許焯權教授和保育歷史建築諮詢委員會主席蘇彰德教授。唐風萬里：多元交融開放的盛世」展覽今日（六月二十七日）於香港文物探知館舉行開幕禮。圖示發展局局長甯漢豪（中）、國家文物局副局長喬雲飛（右三）、中央人民政府駐香港特別行政區聯絡辦公室秘書長王松苗（左三）、發展局常任秘書長（工務）劉俊傑（右二）、中國文物交流中心主任譚平（左二）、古物諮詢委員會主席許焯權教授（右一）和保育歷史建築諮詢委員會主席蘇彰德教授（左一）主持開幕禮。展覽分為八個單元：唐代行政管治、長安城規劃、人民生活、宗教思想、文人風雅、工藝技術、陸上與海上絲綢之路的繁盛景象，及香港作為唐代海上絲綢之路節點的角色，展出來自內地十個省份、自治區及直轄市28家文博機構的269件／套重要藏品（其中49件／套為一級文物）及29件／套香港出土的唐代重要文物。重點展品包括兩幅畫作，分別為宋人描繪唐玄宗（明皇）李隆基和妃嬪騎馬擊球情景的《明皇擊球圖卷》，以及展現唐代文人風雅生活的緙絲李白《春夜宴桃李園序》立軸，這兩件展品僅於首兩個月（六月二十八日至八月二十七日）展出。其他重點展品包括重現「茶聖」陸羽形象的三彩茶具及坐俑模型、以薄金片鏤空鏨刻而成的金櫛頭飾、極具異域風情的彩繪黑人舞俑、被納入第一批國家珍貴古籍名錄的卜天壽抄《論語鄭玄注》、投龍祭祀儀式使用的法器赤金走龍等，將會在整個展期內展出。展覽亦展出於香港大嶼山赤鱲角、東涌和䃟頭出土的重要唐代文物，包括陶瓷器、鐵兵器、銅帶飾、銀髮釵、琉璃指環、切角碎白銀塊、開元通寶和乾元重寶銅錢等，以闡釋香港在海上絲綢之路的角色。展覽由明日至十二月三十一日於尖沙咀海防道九龍公園香港文物探知館舉行，免費入場。有關詳情及展覽籌備過程的短片，請瀏覽發展局古物古蹟辦事處網頁（https://www.amo.gov.hk/tc/visitor-centre/exhibitions/heritage-discovery-centre/tang-exhibition/index.html）。「唐風萬里：多元交融開放的盛世」展覽今日（六月二十七日）於香港文物探知館舉行開幕禮。圖示發展局局長甯漢豪於開幕禮致辭。 「唐風萬里：多元交融開放的盛世」展覽今日（六月二十七日）於香港文物探知館舉行開幕禮。圖示發展局局長甯漢豪（左二）、國家文物局副局長喬雲飛（右一）和中央人民政府駐香港特別行政區聯絡辦公室秘書長王松苗（右二）參觀展覽。 「唐風萬里：多元交融開放的盛世」展覽今日（六月二十七日）於香港文物探知館舉行開幕禮。圖示重現「茶聖」陸羽形象的三彩茶具及坐俑模型。「唐風萬里：多元交融開放的盛世」展覽今日（六月二十七日）於香港文物探知館舉行開幕禮。圖示投龍祭祀儀式使用的法器赤金走龍。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.