KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 28, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–More than 70 manufacturers from Zhongshan presented consumer goods and smart-manufacturing products in Kuala Lumpur this weekend as part of the first overseas edition of Guangdong’s “Goods Go Global” trade promotion programme. Held at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, the two-day event combined a business conference with an offline product exhibition aimed at helping companies from Zhongshan expand their presence in Southeast Asian markets. The programme, titled “Zhongshan Premium Products, Trade Connecting Southeast Asia,” featured more than 300 products across categories including smart home appliances, lighting systems, hardware, household goods, industrial equipment and rehabilitation robotics. Participating…
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“Shop Local” brings together UAE-based brands in one platform New initiative to offer an integrated platform for consumers to access local brands Shop Local aims to increase visibility for local businesses and improve access to customers Quiqup, a UAE-based innovative e-commerce logistics provider, has launched Shop Local, a new initiative designed to help consumers discover and support local businesses across the UAE, while giving SMEs greater visibility and easier access to customers through a dedicated online platform. “Shop Local” brings together UAE-based brands in one platform, making it easier for consumers to browse, discover, and buy from local businesses that…
China has vowed to take a holistic approach in responding to external shocks and safeguarding the country’s energy security, as fallout from the US-Israel war on Iran continues to spread across the global economy.After a meeting of the country’s Politburo – a major decision-making body of the ruling Communist Party led by President Xi Jinping – that ended on Tuesday, the country’s top leadership pledged to push forward with new water, power and computing infrastructure projects, while accelerating the launch of major projects that are ready to break ground.More to follow … Source link
AI is beginning to make a dent in the business models of India’s big four technology services giants Infosys, HCL, TCS, and Wipro have all announced quarterly results in the last ten days, and all had mixed news. HCL, for example, told investors annual revenue grew 11.2 percent for FY 2026, and headcount rose almost two percent. But the company also pointed to “AI deflation” that CEO C. Vijayakumar explained means future revenue will dip between three and five percent in the coming year, and perhaps further in the future. Infosys CEO Salil Parekh said he expects deflation to become…
Sun, April 26, 2026 at 2:18 PM UTCKylie Jenner attends the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Mark Guiducci at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on March 15, 2026Credit: Getty ImagesThe GistKylie Jenner showed off her statement diamond pinky ring as she stepped out for dinner at Sushi Park on April 24.The Khy fashion designer paired the jewelry piece with a leather top and polarizing shoes.Jenner last styled the diamond ring while wearing a vintage Gucci swimsuit and while attending Coachella.Just days after showing off her massive diamond pinky ring in a striking archival Gucci swimsuit from 2010,…
CEO pay packages across the S&P 500 rose nearly 11% in 2025 compared with 2024 — and media and entertainment led all sectors with an eye-opening 117% surge. That was one of the key findings in an analysis released Monday by proxy advisory firm ISS-Corporate. Source link
Stake, the MENA region’s leading digital real estate investment platform, has entered into a strategic partnership with ACE & Company, a Swiss-headquartered global investment group managing over $2.0billion in assets. Together, the firms are developing liquidity solutions and a secondary transfer facility for investors utilizing Stake’s products. Initially, the agreement will focus exclusively on Stake’s real estate portfolio within the UAE. These assets are currently held through Prescribed Companies, which operate as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Building a more liquid marketplace By combining Stake’s innovative access model with ACE & Company’s two decades…
Investing.com– Shares of Lightelligence, formally known as Shanghai Xizhi Technology, surged in their Hong Kong trading debut on Tuesday, highlighting strong investor appetite for artificial intelligence-linked listings despite broader market volatility. Shares of the Shanghai-based optical computing firm surged as much 408% to HK$930, versus the offer price of HK$183.2, according to Hong Kong stock exchange data. Get real-time updates on market-moving news with InvestingPro The rally follows a heavily anticipated listing that raised roughly $300 million to $400 million, positioning Lightelligence as one of the first AI photonics companies to go public in Hong Kong. Lightelligence specializes in optical…
Japan’s landmark warship deal with Australia, formalised in April 2026, represents one of the most consequential defence-industrial agreements in the Indo-Pacific in recent years. The agreement should not be seen as another procurement decision, but as a shift in how power, industry, and partnerships are evolving in the Indo-Pacific. It has not been marked by dramatic announcements or sweeping rhetoric. Instead, it is unfolding through practical steps—contracts, shipbuilding arrangements, and growing confidence between the two countries. At one level, it is a straightforward exchange of ships for capability. However, its significance goes well beyond the vessels themselves, pointing to deeper…
Trains collide near Jakarta, killing at least 14 and injuring dozens CNA Source link