Month: June 2026

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2026 – Hong Kong universities continue to excel on the international stage with five institutions ranked among the world’s top 100 and, for the first time, two in the top 20 of the 2027 World University Rankings published by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) on June 18.

A spokesman for Hong Kong’s Education Bureau (EDB) said that with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government’s full commitment to developing Hong Kong into an education hub, coupled with the support of a series of policy measures, the city’s higher education system has again excelled.

Announcing the results, QS said in a press release that Hong Kong “emerges as Asia’s most improved higher education system for the second consecutive year, and the second most improved globally among systems with three or more ranked universities”.

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) maintained its position at 11th in the world; The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) rose 14 places to 18th; The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology rose 11 places to 33rd; and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University climbed four places to 50th, entering the world’s top 50 for the first time. Also among the top 100 is City University of Hong Kong, which improved 11 places to 52nd.

In the latest Best Global Universities Rankings published by the U.S. News & World Report just days ago, multiple Hong Kong universities also demonstrated exceptional international competitiveness, with 20 subjects placing in the global top 10. Notably, CUHK, HKU, and The Education University of Hong Kong swept the global top three spots for the Best Global Universities for “Education and Educational Research”, underscoring the city’s prowess in cultivating talents and conducting academic research.

“These achievements fully affirm the effectiveness of the HKSAR Government’s steadfast investment in education and its full support through the University Grants Committee (UGC) for institutions to continuously innovate, optimise, expand capacity, and enhance quality. The significant year-on-year rise in the overall rankings of our institutions further validates Hong Kong’s strong appeal as a premier hub for international high-end talent,” the EDB spokesman said.

“The stellar performance of UGC-funded universities in the international rankings is by no means accidental. On one hand, it relies on the tireless efforts of all institutions to actively recruit world-class scholars and invest in infrastructure. On the other hand, the HKSAR Government’s stable resource investment, clear and supportive policy guidance, as well as the rigorous quality assurance implemented through the University Accountability Agreements, are also of paramount importance.”

The Government will continue to promote the internationalisation and diversification of post-secondary education, which aims to not only enhance Hong Kong’s development momentum but also make proactive contributions to the nation’s development, the spokesman said.

The strength demonstrated by Hong Kong’s higher education system aligns perfectly with the strategic goals set out in the National 15th Five-Year Plan to build a leading nation in education, technology, and talent.

To support the post-secondary education sector to grow bigger and stronger, the Government has raised the admission ceiling for non-local students in taught programmes at funded post-secondary institutions to 50 per cent, and increased the over-enrolment ceiling for self-financing places in funded research postgraduate programmes to 120 per cent, among other measures.

Meanwhile, the Government is promoting the “Study in Hong Kong” brand. The Task Force on Study in Hong Kong, in collaboration with major institutions, is stepping up promotion of Hong Kong’s excellent academic, research, and international collaboration resources on the Chinese Mainland and overseas. It also aims to attract outstanding talent from all over the world through initiatives such as expanding the Belt and Road Scholarship.

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ベトナム・ハノイ – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年6月19日 – ベトナムの商業銀行SeABank（Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank、ホーチミン証券取引所：SSB）は、ベトナム国家銀行（State Bank of Vietnam）の承認により、定款資本金（チャーターキャピタル）を34兆2,880億ベトナムドンに増資する手続きを正式に完了したと発表しました。資本の追加により当行の市場競争力の強化、安全性指標の改善、成長余力の拡大が期待されます。

2026年6月12日、ベトナム国家銀行は、SeABankの設立・運営ライセンスの定款資本金情報の改訂に関し、Decision No. 1269/QD-NHNNを発行しました。

これにより、SeABankの定款資本金は28兆4,500億ベトナムドンから5兆8,380億ベトナムドン増加し、34兆2,880億ベトナムドンとなりました。この増資は、SeABankの2025年の監査済み個別財務諸表における2025年12月31日時点の累計の税引後未処分利益を原資として、既存株主に対し20.5202%の割合で5億8,380万株を発行する形で実施されました。

この増資はSeABankの2026年年次株主総会で承認されたロードマップの一環として実施されたものです。SeABankは、次の段階として、業務成績、専門的能力、当行に対するコミットメントの所定基準を満たす管理職を対象に、最大4,000万株のESOP（従業員持株制度）株式を一株あたり最低10,000ベトナムドンの価額で発行し、定款資本金をさらに増資する計画です。

自己資本比率やデジタル変革に対する要件が厳しさを増す中、追加資本により、安全性指標の改善、事業規模の拡大、技術基盤への投資強化を図り、当行の今後の成長に向けたより強力な基盤を構築できるものと期待されます。

増資による財務基盤の強化により、SeABankは今後もリテールバンキング事業の拡大、デジタル変革の推進、商品やサービスの質の向上に注力し、お客様のニーズにこれまで以上に対応しながら、株主やステークホルダーに持続的な価値を提供します。

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DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2026 – As Southeast Asia and the Middle East ramp up investments in autonomous driving and AI-powered transportation, VinFast is positioning itself at the intersection of today’s EV market and tomorrow’s mobility ecosystem.

The future of mobility is being shaped by a common set of trends: electrification, artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, and software-defined vehicles (SDVs).

Recent developments in Southeast Asia and the Middle East show how quickly that transition is unfolding. Across both regions, investment is increasingly extending beyond electrification to autonomous driving, AI, and software-centric vehicle platforms. While approaches vary, the goal is becoming increasingly similar: creating vehicles that are not only electric, but also intelligent, connected, and capable of higher levels of autonomy.

In Southeast Asia, VinFast recently announced a three-way collaboration to develop a Level 4 robotaxi platform tailored to the region’s dense traffic conditions and complex urban environments.

At the same time, similar autonomous mobility initiatives are emerging in the Middle East, highlighting a broader shift toward AI-powered transportation and software-defined vehicles.

As momentum builds, attention is moving beyond EV adoption alone toward the integration of intelligent mobility technologies. This shift is creating opportunities for automakers that can combine strong EV foundations with long-term technology development.

One company pursuing both is VinFast, Vietnam’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer and one of the country’s fastest-growing global technology companies. Founded in 2017, it has expanded beyond its home market and now operates across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Its robotaxi initiative reflects a broader ambition to participate in the transition toward software-defined vehicles, where software, connectivity, AI, and over-the-air updates play an increasingly central role in the ownership experience. Through these efforts, VinFast is evolving beyond a conventional automaker into a participant in the next generation of mobility.

Yet even as it invests in future technologies, VinFast continues to demonstrate strong performance as an EV manufacturer.

In May 2026, the company delivered 19,503 electric vehicles in Vietnam, bringing total sales for the first five months of the year to 97,961 units. The achievement marked VinFast’s twentieth consecutive month as Vietnam’s best-selling automotive brand.

That commercial success provides a solid foundation for its technology ambitions. Rather than treating autonomous mobility as a distant objective, VinFast is building on a rapidly growing base of vehicles already on the road.

Another cornerstone of its strategy is aftersales support. Vehicles such as the VF 8 come with a 10-year or 200,000-kilometer vehicle warranty, a 10-year unlimited-kilometer battery warranty, five years of free maintenance, 24/7 roadside assistance, and mobile service support.

In May, VinFast announced agreements with 29 new aftersales partners across international markets, including several in the Middle East. The partnerships will strengthen the company’s service network through standardized technician training, quality-control systems, and an efficient spare-parts supply chain.

This focus on aftersales reflects a reality often overlooked amid discussions about AI and autonomous driving. Long-term success depends not only on technology, but also on customer trust, ownership experience, and dependable support.

That balance between innovation and execution increasingly mirrors the direction of the mobility sector in both Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

As both regions continue investing in electrification, intelligent vehicles, and autonomous transportation, their mobility ambitions are becoming increasingly aligned. VinFast’s recent moves illustrate how a Southeast Asian automaker is helping bridge today’s EV market with the software-defined, autonomous mobility ecosystem of the future.

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Over 70 wellness sessions across six immersive festival zones from sunrise yoga and seafront runs, to strength training, breathwork, creative workshops and recovery experiences, offering something for everyone, across all ages and abilities.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2026 – Glow Festival by Prudential returns to Sentosa this July, ushering in its most expansive and immersive edition to date. From 10-19 July 2026, the highly anticipated event is back and elevated to an entirely new level, bringing together world-class wellness instructors, global music icons Jason Derulo and Alessia Cara, and unforgettable community-driven experiences in a single, immersive celebration of movement, connection and joy.

This year marks a significant new chapter for the festival through a three-year partnership with Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC), Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) and Exceed Sports & Entertainment, the founder of Glow Festival. Together, they share a long-term vision to grow Glow into a defining global wellness event for Singapore, one that invites people of all ages and abilities to engage with wellbeing in ways that feel accessible, social and culturally relevant.

“Glow Festival was created to reimagine how people experience wellness, making it more social, inclusive and culturally relevant,” said Martin Capstick, CEO of Exceed Sports & Entertainment and Founder of Glow Festival. “Our partnerships with Prudential, SDC and STB mark a significant step forward, allowing us to scale the festival. In 2026, this comes to life through an expanded programme, global talent and immersive formats that bring people together in new ways.”

EVERY BODY CLUB BY PRUDENTIAL: MIND, BODY AND FUEL

Returning as Presenting Sponsor for the third consecutive year, Prudential brings back Every Body Club at Glow Festival. Every Body Club is Prudential’s partner ecosystem for health, community and wellness. This year at Glow Festival, Prudential has an experiential space that invites visitors to pick up small steps to improve their wellbeing such as healthy bites and sports accessories. Prudential customers also enjoy exclusive access to physiotherapy and chiropractic consultations.

Toni Fung, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer, Prudential Singapore, said: “We are pleased to be back as the Presenting Sponsor of Glow Festival for the third consecutive year. While health and protection remain a key part of what we do, wellbeing is becoming increasingly important and deeply personal as people live longer lives. Our partner ecosystem presented through Every Body Club offers something for everyone, whether they are starting their wellness journey, staying active and connected as they age, or pursuing fitness goals.”

“Sentosa’s golden beaches and abundant greenery create the perfect environment for immersive wellness and restoration. This strategic partnership brings Glow Festival to life across our island, from the dedicated Festival Grounds at Palawan Green to extended programming with our island hospitality partners. The combination of beachfront locations, coastal breezes, and tranquil spaces helps guests disconnect from daily pressures and reconnect with their wellbeing in ways that feel authentic and restorative. This is the transformative wellness experience we want to offer our guests,” said Michael Ma, Assistant Chief Executive (Business & Digital Technology Group) of Sentosa Development Corporation.

A DAY-TO-NIGHT PROGRAMME ROOTED IN MOVEMENT AND COMMUNITY

Across the festival period, visitors can explore more than 70 wellness sessions spanning sunrise yoga, seafront runs, strength training, breathwork, creative workshops and recovery experiences. Designed to be inclusive and accessible, the programme caters to all levels from those beginning their wellness journeys to seasoned practitioners.

At the heart of the daytime lineup is a roster of globally recognised fitness personalities. Joe Wicks, widely known as The Body Coach, brings his signature high energy approach to movement, while Chontel Duncan leads strength focused sessions grounded in performance and empowerment. Completing the lineup is Emi Wong, one of Asia’s most influential digital fitness creators, known for workouts that have resonated with millions around the world.

LIVE MUSIC TAKES OVER AFTER DARK

As the sun sets, Glow shifts into a different rhythm, with live music anchoring the evening programme.

Multi-platinum global superstar Jason Derulo, whose era-defining hits and electrifying stage presence have captivated audiences around the world, will bring his explosive performance style to the Glow stage on Friday 17 July. Headlining Saturday 18 July are acclaimed Korean indie band Hyukoh, whose globally respected musicianship, authenticity and devoted international following, have established them as one of Asia’s most compelling live acts and festival favourites across the world. Closing the festival on Sunday 19 July is Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Alessia Cara, celebrated for her soulful voice, powerful storytelling and chart-topping anthems that have inspired a generation.

Together the line up reflects Glow’s evolving identity, where wellness and culture intersect in a shared, collective experience.

FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE – SIX ZONES ACROSS PALAWAN GREEN

From 17 to 19 July, the Festival Grounds at Palawan Green will feature six immersive zones, anchored by the iconic Cupola Stage, which serves as both the festival’s main stage and its central gathering point. Featuring the signature overhead canopy first introduced in 2019, this expansive 2,000 sqm space will host large-scale group movement sessions led by global fitness personalities by day, and performances by global music acts by night.

Surrounding this are five additional zones, each offering a distinct experience:.

• Flow Studios
  Dedicated movement spaces that will host a diverse lineup of classes throughout the festival, including yoga, pilates, barre, mobility training and functional fitness sessions.

• Mind Oasis
  A calming sanctuary focused on mental wellbeing, featuring guided meditation, breathwork and mindfulness sessions, alongside intimate conversations on topics such as stress management, sleep optimisation and sustainable wellbeing.
• Makers Meadow
  A creative corner offering hands-on workshops and craft experiences that encourage self-expression and mindful engagement.
• Recharge Bay
  A recovery-focused zone with ice baths, guided stretching, muscle recovery treatments and relaxation spaces designed to support post-workout recovery.
• Glow Commons

A curated mix of F&B concepts designed to fuel, refresh and indulge across the day. Highlights include Blue Smoke in collaboration with Bobby Supatra, bringing together a unique one-off menu created exclusively for Glow, alongside local favourites such as Dearborn, KORIO and Acai Collective.

ISLAND-WIDE ACTIVATIONS

Running throughout the festival period from 10 to 19 July, Glow will extend beyond the main Festival Grounds with a curated programme of wellness offerings that will be available across Sentosa’s most iconic hospitality spaces including Raffles Sentosa Singapore, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa, Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa, W Singapore Sentosa Cove and Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa.

Lilian Chee, Director of Sports, Singapore Tourism Board, said: “We are excited to partner with Exceed Sports & Entertainment to bring Glow Festival back for its fifth and most ambitious edition. This year’s festival features expanded programmes, bringing together renowned wellness practitioners, innovative products and immersive experiences. This aligns with STB’s Tourism 2040 vision to develop Singapore as a compelling destination, with wellness and quality leisure events identified as key growth opportunities. As wellness tourism continues to grow globally, this homegrown festival showcases Singapore’s wide breadth of wellness activities while delivering meaningful experiences for locals and visitors, strengthening our position as a leading urban wellness destination.”

TICKETING INFORMATION

Tickets for Glow Festival will be available across a range of options designed for individuals, groups and families, including Day Passes ($59–$75) for daytime wellness programming, Evening Passes ($89–$110) for sunset sessions and headline performances, and Weekend Passes ($199–$229) for full access across all festival days at the Palawan Green Festival Grounds, with free entry for children under six and reduced pricing for ages six to twelve. More information and tickets are available at https://glowfestival.sg/.

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SINGAPORE- Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2026 – For many students considering higher education, choosing an institution is not only about selecting a programme or qualification. Students are also looking for a learning environment where they belong, receive support, build confidence and connect with people who can help with understanding future career pathways.

At SIM Global Education (SIM GE), campus life is designed to complement academic learning by helping students develop networks, soft skills, career awareness and a stronger sense of community. SIM GE’s holistic learning approach and culturally diverse environment aim to equip students with an all-rounded global education, while student life, career development and networking activities help students build competencies needed to thrive in the real world.

This is increasingly important in higher education. UNESCO’s International Institute for Higher Education notes that student wellbeing is critical to academic success and personal development, and that inadequate support can affect learning outcomes, career readiness and students’ ability to contribute meaningfully to society.

Addressing student concerns beyond the classroom
Students exploring higher education often face several practical concerns. They may wonder whether they will make friends, whether they will be supported if they struggle, whether they will have opportunities to develop leadership skills, and whether they can access career guidance before entering the workforce.

SIM GE addresses these concerns through a campus ecosystem that combines student clubs, leadership development, peer support, wellbeing programmes and career services. Through Project 1095, SIM GE highlights that education extends beyond books, exams and qualifications, encompassing knowledge, skills and activities both inside and outside the classroom. This approach supports students who want a fuller higher education experience to grow personally, socially and professionally.

Building networks through clubs and co-curricular activities
Student clubs and co-curricular activities are among the first ways SIM GE students build connections on campus. SIM offers nearly 80 student clubs across areas such as arts and culture, international student clubs, student councils, special interest groups, sports and fitness. These activities allow students to broaden their interests, discover new talents and interact with peers beyond their academic programmes.

For students, these communities can make networking feel more natural. Instead of viewing networking only as a formal career activity, students can begin by working with peers on events, competitions, club projects and leadership initiatives. These experiences help students develop communication, teamwork, confidence and relationship-building skills that are valuable in both campus life and the workplace.

Developing leadership and workplace-ready skills
Leadership opportunities are another important part of the SIM GE student experience. Project 1095 states that SIM aims to prepare every student to be a leader, with opportunities ranging from leadership positions in clubs, to workshops that help students take charge of their learning journey.

These experiences are relevant to students who want to strengthen their employability before graduation. By organising activities, leading teams, managing projects and engaging with different student groups, students can develop confidence and practical skills that support their future careers. Such skills are increasingly valued by employers. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs 2025 report identifies skills such as analytical thinking, resilience, flexibility, agility, leadership and social influence as important for the future workforce.

Connecting students with career guidance and industry networks
For students seeking more direct career support, SIM Career Connect helps students develop a competitive edge, build industry networks and professional connections, and align their career aspirations with real-world opportunities. This is a key part of helping students transition from academic learning to career readiness. Through career guidance, networking opportunities and employer engagement, students can better understand industry expectations and explore potential career pathways.

SIM’s Employer Engagement team also works with industry partners to connect employers with SIM GE students, supporting employers in finding the right fit from its pool of talent, and provides. For students, this access to industry networks can help reduce uncertainty about life after graduation. It also gives them opportunities to gain exposure to professional environments, employer expectations and potential career directions while still studying.

The role of mentoring in student career development
Mentoring and professional guidance are important because students often need perspective as much as information. Research on employability-oriented higher education programmes has highlighted that higher education has increasingly focused on developing students’ employability competences through mentoring programmes.

Within SIM GE’s broader campus life and career ecosystem, students can connect with peers, student leaders, career advisors, employers and industry opportunities. These touchpoints help students build confidence, ask the right questions, learn from others’ experiences and make more informed decisions about their future.

Helping students make a more confident higher education choice
As students consider their higher education options, many are looking for more than a classroom experience. They want to know whether they will be supported, whether they can build friendships, whether they will have access to career resources, and whether they can connect with people who can help them understand the world of work. At SIM Global Education, student life plays an important role in addressing these concerns. Through clubs, co-curricular activities, student leadership, peer support, wellbeing services, career guidance and employer engagement, SIM GE provides students with opportunities to build meaningful connections and develop future-ready skills.

For students choosing their next step in higher education, these experiences can make a significant difference. They help you move from uncertainty to confidence, from participation to leadership, and from academic learning to stronger career readiness.

Reference

1. SIM Global Education – https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/sim-global-education/university-partners-sim-ge/sim-ge
2. New insights on countries’ objectives to support student well-being in higher education – https://www.iesalc.unesco.org/en/articles/new-insights-countries-objectives-support-student-well-being-higher-education
3. Project1095 – https://project1095.simge.edu.sg/
4. Future of Job Report – https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/
5. SIM Career Service – https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/life-at-sim/career-services
6. Measuring mentoring in employability-oriented higher education programs: scale development and validation – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10170025/
7. Wellness and Counselling – https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/life-at-sim/student-care

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About SIM Global Education

SIM Global Education (SIM GE) is a leading private education institution in Singapore and the region. We offer more than 140 academic programmes ranging from diplomas and graduate diploma programmes to bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes with some of the world’s most reputable universities from Australia, Canada, Europe, United Kingdom, and the United States. SIM GE’s cohort is made up of 17,000 full- and part-time students and adult learners, of which approximately 41% are international students hailing from over 50 countries.

SIM GE’s holistic learning approach and culturally diverse learning environment aim to equip students with knowledge, industry skills and employability competencies, as well as a global perspective to succeed as future leaders in a fast-changing, technologically driven world.

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 June 2026 – As geopolitical tensions reshape global trade, supply chains and investment flows, Thailand’s long-standing reputation as a trusted and neutral regional partner could become one of its strongest competitive advantages, according to Distinguished Professor Andrew K. Rose, Dean of NUS Business School.

Speaking to the media during a visit to Bangkok, Professor Rose said economies with deep international trust and stable regional relationships are increasingly well positioned as businesses rethink where they invest, manufacture and expand.

“In a world where global alignments are shifting and supply chains are being redrawn, trust becomes a strategic asset,” said Professor Rose. “Thailand has spent decades building strong relationships across Asia and beyond. That foundation becomes more valuable in periods of uncertainty.”

A pivotal moment for Thailand
Thailand’s current environment is demanding, and the International Monetary Fund’s World Economic Outlook (April 2026) projects growth of 1.5 per cent in 2026.

Professor Rose noted that rising energy costs, softer long-haul tourism demand and rapid AI adoption are creating near-term pressure across key sectors of the Thai economy. However, he said periods of disruption often create the conditions for long-term competitive repositioning.

“The economies that emerge stronger are usually the ones that adapt earliest,” as Professor Rose. “Leadership capability, agility and the ability to navigate change will determine who captures the next decade of growth.”

The comments come as businesses across Southeast Asia accelerate investment in AI, digital transformation and workforce reskilling amid growing global economic fragmentation.

A 2026 Milieu Insight study of 3,000 workers across six Southeast Asian markets including Thailand found that 53 per cent ranked over-dependence on AI as their top concern, ahead of privacy risks and job displacement. This suggests that organisations in Thailand and across the region must do more to guide, not just deploy, new technology.

Building regional leadership capability
Addressing these challenges requires more than a policy response alone. Professor Rose emphasised that both multinationals and SMEs must build their adaptation strategies around talent and leadership development to power Thailand’s growth engine.

Ms Usa Skulkerewathana, Senior Lecturer at NUS Business School, said Thai organisations should consider focusing on strengthening talent development and practical AI readiness rather than treating technology as a standalone solution.

“This is not a wait-and-see moment,” said Ms Skulkerewathana. “Thai businesses that invest early in leadership, digital capability and workforce resilience will be better positioned to compete regionally and internationally.”

Singapore’s role as Asia’s financial and educational hub offers Thai professionals and organisations a natural gateway to build regional leadership capability. Thai professionals and executives have, for decades, benefitted from NUS Business School’s MBA, MSc and executive education programmes, including the Stanford–NUS Executive Programme and other senior leadership initiatives developed with global academic and industry partners. Thai enrolment has remained steady over the past five years as professionals seek regional exposure and globally benchmarked leadership training.

Thailand’s “trust capital” is intact, and its position within a reorganising ASEAN is reinforced by the changes underway. The Thai institutions and business leaders that treat “trust capital” as a competitive asset, and build the leadership depth to deploy it, will define the country’s next chapter of growth.

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About NUS Business School

With 50,000 alumni and 60 global chapters, the National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School is known for providing management thought leadership from an Asian perspective, enabling its students and corporate partners to leverage global knowledge and Asian insights.

The school has consistently ranked first in Asia by independent publications and agencies, such as The Financial Times and Quacquarelli Symonds, in recognition of the quality of its programmes, faculty research and graduates.

The school is accredited by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System), endorsements that the school has met the highest standards for business education.

For more information about NUS Business School, please visit bschool.nus.edu.sg.

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700 位領袖與 25,000 名全球與會者攜手締結夥伴關係、推動創新，以應對迫切的水資源及氣候相關挑戰

新加坡 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年6月19日 – 第 11 屆新加坡國際水資源週（Singapore International Water Week，SIWW2026）今日於新加坡金沙會展中心（Sands Expo and Convention Centre）開幕，並一連舉行至 2026 年 6 月 18 日。活動匯聚全球水務領袖、專家及從業人員，共同締結夥伴合作、推動創新，並採取具實質意義的行動，以應對全球最迫切的水務及氣候相關挑戰。

SIWW2026 圍繞三大關鍵主題展開，包括市政水務方案、工業水務方案，以及海岸及防洪韌性。活動匯聚 2,000 名代表，當中包括 700 名全球領袖及 500 家參展企業，並預計於活動週期間迎來 25,000 名業界訪客。活動設有超過 80 場環節，包括探討政策與策略的圓桌會議及峰會、推進創新的工作坊及論壇，以及推動商務夥伴合作的 Water Expo。多元活動反映 SIWW 作為全球匯聚平台的重要性日益提升，推動各方將理念轉化為行動。

主禮嘉賓、新加坡副總理兼貿易及工業部部長顏金勇先生（Mr Gan Kim Yong）在開幕致辭中強調，水是經濟、社會及生命本身的根本；在面對氣候變化與日益不確定性的世界中，水更是關乎韌性的議題。他呼籲國際水務界在三大方面共同推進：投資、創新及國際合作。顏副總理以新加坡近日竣工的 Tengah Service Reservoir 為例，說明長遠基建規劃的重要性，並宣布在「研究、創新與企業 2030」（Research, Innovation and Enterprise 2030，RIE2030）框架下，初步撥款 1,200 萬新元，推動晶圓製造及數據中心工業水務方案的研發工作。這兩個行業均是支撐新加坡經濟的高度耗水產業。有關撥款是在 RIE2030 已承諾投入 8,500 萬新元發展市政水務方案的基礎上進一步推出，旨在推進水處理、海水化淡、新興污染物及可持續營運相關工作。

在 2026 年李光耀水源榮譽大獎（Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2026）頒獎典禮上，美國微生物學家 Joan Bray Rose 教授獲頒 2026 年大獎，以表揚其在定量微生物風險評估（Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment，QMRA）方面的開創性工作。QMRA 是一種以科學為基礎的方法，用於保障飲用水及再用水的水質。其後舉行的部長級全體會議（Ministerial Plenary）上，聯合國秘書長水資源問題特使 Retno Marsudi 閣下發表主題演講。其後，新加坡永續發展與環境部部長兼主管貿易關係部長傅海燕女士（Ms Grace Fu）與來自尼日利亞、阿拉伯聯合酋長國及中華人民共和國的外國政要，共同探討各國政府如何加強水安全，並在「循環經濟下的水務治理：從願景到行動，推動繁榮與韌性」主題下，將願景轉化為行動。部長級全體會議由世界銀行集團（World Bank Group）合作舉辦。

SIWW2026 正式開幕前一日下午，來自全球水務機構及相關機構的 68 名行政總裁及高級管理人員參與水務機構行政總裁圓桌會議（Utilities CEO Roundtable），進行同儕交流並分享最佳實踐。會議以「人工智能如何重塑水務機構」為主題，討論聚焦人工智能在重塑水務機構及提升營運韌性方面的轉型潛力。同日上午，來自近 30 個城市的高級官員亦參與海岸及防洪韌性領袖圓桌會議（Coastal and Flood Resilience Leaders Roundtable），當中包括哥本哈根、鹿特丹、香港、紐約市、安特衛普、杜拜、雅加達、墨爾本、奎松市、東京及橫濱，分享城市可如何調整設計，以加強防洪韌性並建立具防洪韌性的社群。

SIWW2026 亦是重要的全球商貿平台。Water Expo 匯聚來自 35 個國家及地區的參展商，與 IFAT 合作並由 Messe München 主辦。IFAT 是全球領先的環保技術商貿展。Water Expo 橫跨六個展館，展覽面積達 23,000 平方米，並設有歷來規模最大的新加坡展館，匯聚 88 家參展商，預計將較上一屆吸引多 25% 的業界訪客。活動週期間，Water Expo 將帶來超過 50 項產品發佈、26 項新項目公布，以及 8 項諒解備忘錄及合約簽署。Water Expo 連同活動的商務與交流平台，進一步鞏固新加坡作為全球水務創新及國際商務樞紐的地位。

加強海岸及防洪韌性

SIWW2026 在 SIWW2024 引入氣候適應支柱的基礎上，更加著重海岸保護及防洪管理。活動支持 Go Green SG 及新加坡「氣候適應年」（Year of Climate Adaptation），為邁向更可持續且具氣候韌性的新加坡的集體行動作出貢獻。

6 月 17 日，傅海燕部長將於海岸及防洪韌性領袖峰會（Coastal and Flood Resilience Leaders Summit）發表主題演講。峰會將匯聚政府、城市及業界領袖，分享保護城市免受氣候變化及海平面上升影響的策略與政策。傅海燕女士將介紹新加坡在此方面的最新工作，包括推出《海岸保護實務守則》，以指引土地擁有人及業界履行其海岸保護義務。

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關於新加坡國際水資源週

新加坡國際水資源週（SIWW）是全球首屈一指的平台之一，致力分享並共創創新的水務、海岸及防洪方案，以應對城市水資源及相關氣候挑戰。

IWW 由 Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd 主辦，該公司為 PUB（新加坡公用事業局，新加坡國家水務機構）的附屬公司。兩年一度的 SIWW 設有一系列旗艦節目及平台，匯聚來自政府、城市、水務機構、學術界及業界的持份者，分享最佳實踐及解決方案、展示最新技術，並把握商機。

第 11 屆新加坡國際水資源週將於 2026 年 6 月 15 日至 18 日舉行。欲了解更多資訊，請瀏覽 www.siww.com.sg

關於 SIWW2026 Water Expo

新加坡國際水資源週（SIWW）是全球首屈一指的平台之一，致力分享並共創創新的水務、海岸及防洪方案，以應對城市水資源及相關氣候挑戰。

SIWW Water Expo 與 IFAT 合作，並由 Messe Munich 主辦，是國際水務、海岸及防洪界匯聚交流、發掘商機的首要商貿平台。Water Expo 展示面向亞洲城市、公用事業機構及工業界的最新尖端方案、技術、產品及服務。

SIWW2026 Water Expo 將於 SIWW2026 期間假新加坡新加坡金沙會展中心（Sands Expo & Convention Centre）舉行。

在来自世界各地的25,000名参会者当中，700位领袖将携手合作、推动创新，为紧迫的水务及气候相关挑战寻求解决方案

新加坡 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年6月19日 – 第11届新加坡国际水资源周（SIWW2026）今日在金沙会展中心拉开帷幕，并将持续至2026年6月18日。本届活动汇聚了全球水务领域的领导者、专家和从业者，旨在携手合作、推动创新并采取切实行动，解决当今世界最紧迫的水务及气候相关挑战。

聚焦三大核心主题——市政水务解决方案、工业水务解决方案以及海岸与防洪韧性，包括700位全球领袖和500家参展企业在内的2,000名代表齐聚SIWW2026，预计整个活动周将迎来25,000名业界访客。本次大会共设有80多场活动，包括探讨政策与战略的圆桌会议和峰会、推动创新的研讨会和论坛，以及促进商业合作的水博览会。这些丰富多彩的活动彰显了SIWW作为全球交流平台日益增长的重要性，在这里，理念得以转化为行动。

新加坡副总理兼贸易与工业部长、特邀嘉宾颜金勇先生在致开幕辞时强调，水是经济、社会乃至生命本身的基础——在面临气候变化和日益不确定的当今世界，水更是关乎韧性的关键所在。他呼吁国际水务界在投资、创新和国际合作这三个方面共同取得进展。副总理颜金勇先生以新加坡近期竣工的登加净水库为例，将其作为长期基础设施规划的有力证明，并宣布将首期投入1200万新元”研究、创新与企业2030计划”（RIE2030）资金，用于推进晶圆制造和数据中心工业水务解决方案的研发——这两个行业是支撑新加坡经济的两大最耗水领域。此前，根据RIE2030计划，新加坡政府承诺投入8500万新元用于市政水务解决方案，推动水处理、海水淡化、新兴污染物治理及可持续运营的发展。

在2026年李光耀水资源奖颁奖典礼上，美国微生物学家Joan Bray Rose教授因其在”定量微生物风险评估”（QMRA）领域的开创性工作而成为该奖项的获得者——这是一种基于科学保障饮用水和再生水水质的方法。在随后举行的部长级全体会议上，联合国秘书长水资源问题特使Retno Marsudi阁下发表了主旨演讲。随后，新加坡可持续发展与环境部长兼主管贸易关系部长傅海燕女士，与来自尼日利亚、阿拉伯联合酋长国和中华人民共和国的外国政要共同探讨了各国政府如何加强水安全，并在”水治理助力循环经济：从愿景到行动，共创繁荣与韧性”这一主题下将愿景转化为行动。此次部长级全体会议由世界银行集团协办。

昨日下午，在SIWW2026正式开幕前，来自全球水务企业及机构的68位首席执行官和高级管理人员参加了”水务企业首席执行官圆桌会议”，进行同行间的学习与最佳实践分享。本次圆桌会议以”人工智能如何重塑水务企业”为主题，重点围绕人工智能在重塑水务企业及增强运营韧性方面的变革潜力展开讨论。同日上午，来自哥本哈根、鹿特丹、香港、纽约、安特卫普、迪拜、雅加达、墨尔本、奎松市、东京和横滨等近30个城市的高级官员参加了”海岸与防洪韧性领导人圆桌会议”，分享了城市如何调整设计以增强防洪韧性，并打造具有防洪韧性的社区。

SIWW2026同时也是一个重要的全球交易平台，其”水资源博览会”汇聚了来自35个国家和地区的参展商，由慕尼黑国际博览集团与全球领先的环境技术贸易博览会IFAT合作举办。水博览会展区横跨六个展厅，总面积达23,000平方米，其中包括迄今为止规模最大的新加坡展馆，汇集88家参展商，预计业界访客人数将比上一届增加25%。在水资源周期间，水博览会将举办50多场产品发布会、26场新项目发布会，并签署8份谅解备忘录和合同。结合展会提供的商务与交流平台，本届水博览会将进一步巩固新加坡作为全球水资源创新与国际商务枢纽的地位。

增强海岸与防洪韧性

SIWW2026在SIWW2024推出的气候适应支柱基础上，更加重视海岸保护和防洪管理。本届水资源周支持”绿色新加坡”（Go Green SG）计划及”新加坡气候适应年”倡议，为建设一个更可持续、更具气候韧性的新加坡贡献力量。

6月17日，傅海燕部长将在”海岸与防洪韧性领袖峰会”上发表主旨演讲，届时政府、城市及行业领袖将齐聚一堂，分享保护城市免受气候变化和海平面上升影响的战略与政策。傅女士将介绍新加坡在该领域的最新举措，包括推出《海岸保护实务守则》，指导土地所有者和业界履行其海岸保护义务。

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关于新加坡国际水资源周

新加坡国际水资源周（SIWW）是全球顶尖的平台之一，致力于分享和共同打造水务、海岸及防洪创新解决方案，以应对城市面临的水务及相关气候挑战。

该活动由新加坡国家水务机构新加坡公用事业局（PUB）旗下子公司新加坡国际水资源周私人有限公司主办，每两年举办一次。SIWW通过一系列旗舰项目和平台，汇聚来自政府、城市、公用事业公司、学术界和产业界的利益相关者，共同分享最佳实践和解决方案，展示最新技术，发掘商机。

第11届新加坡国际水资源周将于2026年6月15日至18日举行。如需了解更多信息，请访问www.siww.com.sg

关于SIWW2026水博览会

新加坡国际水资源周（SIWW）是全球顶尖的平台之一，致力于分享和共同打造水务、海岸及防洪创新解决方案，以应对城市面临的水务及气候相关挑战。

SIWW水博览会由慕尼黑国际博览集团与IFAT合作举办，是国际水务、海岸及防洪领域专业人士汇聚一堂、发掘商业机遇的首要平台。水博览会将展示面向亚洲城市、公用事业及工业领域的最新尖端解决方案、技术、产品及服务。

SIWW2026水博览会将于SIWW2026期间在新加坡金沙会展中心举行。

Hero performs full end-to-end report development, Application configuration, and token management, closing tickets at no marginal cost on top of the platform fee while customers keep their existing systems, controls, and access model.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Dayos Pte. Ltd., the Singapore-based AI company, today announced the general availability of Athena, the latest release of Hero, its agentic platform for Oracle and Workday support. Hero is a direct replacement for traditional Application Managed Services (AMS) contracts – not a tool layered on top – and is available to enterprise customers immediately via Dayos’ Starter and Pro plans.

The release addresses four structural problems with the AMS model that enterprises running Oracle and Workday have lived with for two decades.

Time to deploy. Traditional AMS engagements take months to scope, onboard, and ramp to full coverage. Athena Starter deploys in two weeks – from contract execution to production agents running inside the customer’s Oracle or Workday tenant.

Quality of work. Hero’s agents reason through tickets in the customer’s actual tenant – exploring, planning, and validating before posting. Report development tickets, historically the worst offenders on enterprise SLA reports, complete 70% faster on Hero. Plain English in, validated SQL out, executed inside the tenant.

Long-term support drag. Hero reduces Oracle ticket backlogs by 50% in the first 30 days for Starter customers, with a sustained 60% reduction in the active ticket queue by the end of year one for Pro customers. SLAs across customer engagements run 50% faster. Every ticket Hero closes is a ticket the customer’s AMS provider does not bill for.

Proof. Dayos used Hero internally to retire its own ServiceNow ITSM environment in 45 days, with 60% of Tier 1 tickets now resolved autonomously. The deployment is documented as a reference case in Section 2.1 of the IMDA Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI, published by Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority at ATxSG in May 2026, alongside case studies from AWS, DBS, Google, Workday, OCBC, Tencent, PwC, and GovTech.

“AMS providers bill per ticket or per hour. Hero closes tickets at no marginal cost on top of the platform fee. Every ticket Hero closes is one your AMS provider doesn’t bill for,” said Brad McElhannon, Founder and CEO of Dayos.

AVAILABLE NOW AND AHEAD

Athena Starter is available at USD 60,000 per year, delivering 50% Oracle ticket backlog reduction in 30 days, 70% faster report development, and 50% faster SLAs. Athena Pro is available at USD 150,000 per year, adding custom agent development and a contractually committed 60% sustained reduction in the active ticket queue by the end of year one. Plan details and outcome breakdowns by tier are at dayos.com/plans (https://www.dayos.com/plans).

The Athena Hero release ships with full support for Oracle and Workday. SAP availability is targeted for January 2027.

Hero is built on Google’s Agent Development Kit (ADK) with Gemini as the lead reasoning model, and operates under ISO 42001-aligned governance with SOC 2 Type II controls. Athena enters general availability, with active enterprise deployments across the Asia-Pacific region.

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About Dayos

Dayos is an AI-native platform company headquartered in Singapore. Its platform, Hero, automates the Oracle and Workday application-managed services work that enterprises have historically outsourced, including configuration, report development, reconciliations, transaction entry, monitoring, and incident resolution. Rather than replacing a customer’s systems, Hero works inside their existing Oracle and Workday environments and respects their established controls and role-based access model.

Dayos is ISO 42001 and SOC 2 Type 2 certified and was published as a reference deployment in the IMDA Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI. The company was founded by Brad McElhannon, who spent more than 20 years in enterprise Oracle implementation across 200+ clients and led Finance Engineering at Robinhood through its IPO. Learn more at www.dayos.com.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Hong Kong jumped one place to become the world’s second most competitive economy, according to the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking published today (June 18) by the Swiss-based International Institute for Management Development (IMD). It is Hong Kong’s highest ranking since 2019, and builds on three consecutive years of improvement.

Welcoming the report, a spokesperson for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government said, “The World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY) 2026 reaffirms Hong Kong as one of the most competitive economies in the world, and notes that Hong Kong’s rise to second sustains the strong upward trajectory from 2024 and 2025.”

In announcing the results, the IMD noted that, amid rising geopolitical tensions, competitive advantage hinges on credible institutions, predictable rules, enforceable commitments and public trust.

According to WCY 2026, Hong Kong’s rise reflects sustained performance across the four competitiveness factors measured. Among these factors, Hong Kong ranks second in “Government efficiency” and third in “Business efficiency”. “Infrastructure” and “Economic performance” rank eighth and 11^th respectively.

As regards the various competitiveness sub-factors, Hong Kong tops the rankings in “Tax policy” and “Business legislation”, ranks second in “Finance”, third in “International trade”, “International investment”, “Management practices” and “Education”, and fourth in “Public finance” and “Basic infrastructure”.

“In the competitiveness factor ‘Government efficiency’, Hong Kong continues to rank second globally, reflecting the HKSAR Government’s ongoing efforts to promote free and open, stable, predictable and business-friendly economic policies, as well as the international community’s trust in Hong Kong’s legal and regulatory environment,” the spokesperson said.

“Hong Kong’s ‘Business efficiency’ is ranked third globally, reflecting the strong support for industry development rendered by our robust financial ecosystem, as well as the seamless alignment of the city’s business practices and environment with international best standards.”

Amid rapidly evolving geopolitical dynamics, Hong Kong, with its close connectivity to both the Chinese Mainland and the world under the “one country, two systems” principle, and its sound institutions, open markets and sustained investments in innovation, has become a “value hub” that offers both security and growth opportunities.

In fact, Hong Kong continues to excel in various international rankings including those for economy, finance, and talent. The International Monetary Fund has also given positive recognition to Hong Kong in recent months, and major credit rating agencies have successively reaffirmed Hong Kong’s credit ratings and ‘stable’ outlook.

“All these echo the WCY 2026 results,” the spokesperson said.

Currently, Hong Kong is formulating at full speed its first Five-Year Plan, to proactively align with the National 15^th Five-Year Plan.

“With the staunch support of our country, the HKSAR Government will work together with all sectors of society to strengthen our role and function as a ‘super connector’ and ‘super value-adder’, with a view to better integrating into and serving the overall national development, achieving our own high-quality development, creating more new room for development for our people and businesses, as well as opening up new opportunities for global investors and enterprises,” the spokesperson said.

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