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HK Science & Technology Parks - I visited Hongkong Science Park today to learn about the latest development in Hong Kong’s innovation and technology sectors. The visit included an introduction to HKSTP’s facilities and services, such as a medical robotics center, and visits to technology start-ups.

▶️ Our vision is to bring science and business together within Europe and globally - working collaboratively on ideas, research, and solutions. ▶️ I believe that World Young Scientists Summit (WYSS) can be the structured platform where research teams with young scientists discuss their SDG projects

Asia, led by China, India, and Indonesia, is leaving behind 2050 in terms of GDP, the US, and Europe. The BRICS states, including Russia, will gain momentum. In Africa, Nigeria and Egypt will become the new big players, outpacing South Africa. Source: Worldbank PWC

Last week Latvia and Estonia joined Lithuania in abandoning the so-called 16+1 eastern European framework with China, while Hungary secured the most significant greenfield investment in its history. The format between China and eastern members took shape in 2012 as a platform for Beijing to forge t

Advisors would be well aware USA is shifting from a sole reliance on ASIA for semiconductors, by investing in the development of localised resources, for stronger position in technology independence. Risk and rewards have a balance and so we pose the question, IS THERE DOWNSIDE? JINYING ZHAN (l

Our Online Mall Concept is a Commercial Center that exists in virtual reality and using the AI algorithm, it is possible to buy and sell products and services at a cost-efficient. This augmented reality mall is very different from traditional online stores. At SilkRoad Mall, you can walk, sit and ev

Not economically, but from a systemic perspective, the BRICS countries are a challenge. When BRICS was established, there were many hopes for these countries' economic growth and a system change towards our Western system. Out of the BRICS countries, only China delivered an extraordinary growth sto

The mere mention of artificial intelligence (AI) invokes the pictures of robots, chatbots, or self-driving cars. AI is a branch of computer science deals with devising technology and machines that are capable of performing tasks that require human intelligence. AI came to prominence in 1950, when A

Many are talking about goods getting more expensive these days. Across several countries, inflation has hit its highest level in decades. Supply shortages and massive monetary stimulus have contributed to increasing consumer prices. Asset prices, including houses, have also risen significantly. Inf

Let’s compare ➡️ Malaysia, ➡️ Singapore, ➡️ Thailand, and ➡️ Vietnam. ‼️ Singapore clearly ranks ahead of its peers in this aspect as it is a developed nation, but it has its own set of challenges in terms of Cost of Operations. ‼️ Among these 4 countries, it is difficult to set up your business in

After initiating economic reforms, China has become an economic superpower in only a few decades. The previously agrarian economy transformed into an advanced economy with the expansion of its manufacturing and especially the service sector. China has become known as the "world's factory" because o

Companies around the world invest billions in R&D to provide cutting-edge innovation to their products and services. In order to protect these investments, companies apply for patents. Therefore, the number of utility patents a company is granted can be considered a rough measure of its level of

The first electric SUV from Volkswagen’s luxury Audi brand, the e-tron, can go 400 KM (nearly 250 miles) on a single battery cycle and be recharged in as little as half an hour. But Tesla still reign supreme among electric car companies, ever since it first released the Roadster back in 2008. So,

The way in which we communicate, connect and share data is set to change what we call 5G. You might have heard of it before and might know to some degree that it is something that is meant to change our lives, but the potential impact of the technology and innovation behind 5G goes much further t

RCN Asia | Read about this here: CHINA: OPEN FOR BUSINESS - If you are considering engaging Chinese consumers in your own country or in Mainland China, you may like to read my rational relating to a new competitive advantage. I have been patiently waiting for a significant enough number of commercia

With Covid-era travel restrictions now relaxed, Thailand is once again underlining its reputation in the medical field by drawing in visitors wanting to benefit from the country’s natural attractions while also taking care of their medical problems. But while visitors are returning, analysts pred

The 2021 Costs of Living Survey, conducted by Mercer HR, showed that Bangkok is still among the cheapest cities in the world, ranking as the 46th most expensive city. This compares favorably to other major Asian cities, such as Hong Kong (#2nd), Tokyo (#4th), Shanghai (#6th), Singapore (#7th), Beiji

China has announced it will support the African Union's in its decades-long quest to participate in G20. The Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday, as China vies with other powers for influence on the continent. Wang Yi tells African counterparts that Beijing will keep giving military, e

No other country is such a big beneficiary of globalization as Germany, apart from China and the USA. Germany should not follow the American ideas of decoupling between the West and China. The consequences of China's decoupling would far outweigh the consequences of Germany's failed energy transi

Once built, it is set to be Europe's largest battery cell plant. Contemporary Amperex Technology Ltd (CATL), China's biggest electric vehicle battery maker, announced it would build a 7.34-billion-euro (50.79 billion yuan) battery plant in Hungary. CATL will build a 7.3 billion euro ($7.6 billion)

Bottled water is the number one consumer beverage around the world, with 100 billion gallons of bottled water each year. Thailand upped the annual consumption of bottled water to 3.99 billion gallons in 2020. Bottled water is the largest beverage category by volume and second-largest by value in Th

Good Food Technologies 🟢 A homegrown plant-based meat start-up in Hong Kong has its sights set on global expansion. A group of innovative Hong Kong entrepreneurs is lining up to bid for a place in the Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s (HKTDC) Start-up Express incubation program. Find out abou

The global food supply is taking a hit recently, and it's being felt around the world, from the Malaysian markets to the cafés in France. Most people blame the war in Ukraine for interrupting supply and sent food prices spiralling. Partially to be blamed, yes, as Ukraine and the Russian Federation

‼️ Sand is the most-consumed natural resource besides water, and the problem lies in the type of sand we are using. ‼️Sand can be in everything from cement to concrete, structural foundations, and glass production. With surging demand worldwide for new homes, commercial premises, roads, and othe

While China is the largest economy among the RCEP countries, more alternatives are on the table: ➡️ Malaysia, ➡️ Singapore, ➡️ Thailand, and ➡️ Vietnam. How can European companies build their foundational layer of information utilized during the planning and roll-out phase? And how to develop your

Today’s global challenges show that they can no longer be solved by single nations efforts alone. Therefore German’s Federal Government has an initiative for the Internationalization of Education, Science, and Research. Germany is one of the world’s leading countries in research and development. T

RCN Asia | CONTENT CALL Asia Content Creators WECHAT WEEKLY - 8 ASIA STORIES Reminder: Content Deadline Wed 4th CONTENT CREATORS If you have ASIA STORIES please make sure to post them to COMMUNITY or BLOG section of www.rcn.asia before Wednesday. WECHAT WEEKLY 8 ASIA STORIES I will select the b

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