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Huawei and Bittel Release Xinghe Al SafeStay Hotel Campus Network Solution

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei and Shandong Bittel Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (Bittel for short) jointly released the Xinghe Al SafeStay Hotel Campus Network Solution. The solution uses cutting-edge AirEngine products to deliver Wi-Fi 7 coverage across hotel scenarios, enabling dual 10 Gbps access for both wired and wireless connections. Its innovative smart IoT control system allows for seamless temperature adjustments for guests, while reducing energy consumption by 20%. Additionally, 24/7 security ensures every stay is safe and worry-free. Tailored for hotels, the solution draws on partner resources to offer a ready-to-deploy model, where devices are plug-and-play. This simplifies installation and debugging processes while speeding up service deployment. Wei Zhenhua, Bittel's Marketing Director for Europe, Africa, and CIS Regions "We started working with Huawei back in 2020," said Wei Zhenhua, Bittel's Marketing Director for Europe, Africa, and CIS Regions. "This newly launched solution combines Huawei's cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 technology with our expertise in system integration. It removes the necessity for extra equipment like infrared sensors and mmWave radars. By harnessing Huawei's advanced AP features, we deliver smooth, intelligent solutions that redefine hotel competitiveness through spatial intelligence. Together, we're creating secure, AI-driven hotels, driving faster digital transformation across the industry." Joint solution launch Wei Zhenhua, Bittel's Marketing Director for Europe, Africa, and CIS Regions, attended the joint solution launch together with other guests from Huawei, including: Xu Jianfeng, Vice President of Huawei's Manufacturing and Large Enterprises BU; Xu Qiang, Director of Huawei's Commercial Scenario Dept; Chen Zhiwei, Vice President of the Campus Network Domain of Huawei's Data Communication Product Line; and Li Aiping, Director of the Partner Development & Sales Dept of Huawei's Manufacturing and Large Enterprises BU. Looking ahead, Huawei will continue to innovate, and will collaborate with more outstanding partners worldwide to assist hotels in meeting consumers' personalized demands, offering more appealing experiences, reducing operational costs, and enhancing market competitiveness.

2026-03-05

vivo and UNESCO Man and the Biosphere programme Partner to Launch "Capture the Future" Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature

BARCELONA, Spain, March 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Mobile World Congress (MWC), vivo and the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme officially announced the launch of "Capture the Future: Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature". This partnership empowers youth worldwide to utilize mobile imaging to document the intricate and harmonious relationship between humanity and nature, fostering a shared commitment to a sustainable global future. vivo and UNESCO formalize the partnership at MWC From left to right: Prof. Antonio De Sousa Abreu, Director of the Division of Ecological and Earth Sciences, UNESCO; Yu Meng, Vice President of Imaging at vivo Youth Leading the Story: Building a Shared Global Commitment As mobile imaging technology matures, it has evolved into a vital medium for public observation and social engagement. Today's young creators are increasingly directing their lenses toward the intersection of social and environmental dynamics. As a pioneer in mobile imaging innovation, vivo has long been committed to supporting creators in using visual storytelling to reflect on real-world challenges and bridge the gap between individual perspectives and community action. UNESCO Biosphere Reserves serve as "demonstration sites" that integrate ecological conservation with sustainable community development. These sites require the fresh, innovative expressions of the young generation to highlight successful models of sustainable living. Through this initiative, vivo and UNESCO MAB are systematically empowering youth to become core advocates for ecological documentation and the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Yu Meng, Vice President of Imaging at vivo emphasized: "Meaningful technology starts with people and ends with a better society. Through this collaboration, we aim to translate our professional expertise in mobile imaging into tangible support for young creators worldwide as they document ecological biodiversity and community resilience. We aspire for vivo to be a trusted companion for youth exploring the world and shaping the future. Prof. Antonio De Sousa Abreu, Director of the Division of Ecological and Earth Sciences at UNESCO added: "Young people are essential drivers of sustainable development. Their unique outlook and creative energy are invaluable. Through this partnership with vivo, we are providing a global platform for them to use the universal language of imagery to transform stories from Biosphere Reserves into real-world impact, driving progress in areas such as human-nature relationship, education and public science, as well as indigenous and local knowledge." A Collaborative Journey: From Observation to Impact The initiative launches with a global open call for visual storytelling submissions via UNESCO MAB youth networks, running from March to May. Centered on the synergy between biodiversity, climate resilience, cultural heritage, and sustainable innovation, the program aims to spotlight forward-thinking solutions through a youthful lens. Winners will travel to European biosphere reserves for the Global Youth Visual Storytelling Co-Creation Camp, where their narratives will help bridge the gap between humanity and the natural world, inspiring global action for a sustainable future. To ensure these narratives achieve both technical excellence and environmental depth, participants will be guided by a "dual-mentor" team consisting of vivo imaging specialists and UNESCO sustainability experts. These immersive experiences, bolstered by regional capacity-building workshops, are designed to empower young participants to evolve from observers into influential storytellers. The journey will culminate in a global showcase, bringing these amplified youth perspectives to the world stage to drive meaningful impact. Vision for a Resilient Future Looking ahead, vivo and UNESCO MAB remain dedicated to mobilizing youth creativity to translate the complex actions of biosphere reserves into visually compelling narratives. By blending cutting-edge imaging technology with human-centric actions, this partnership seeks to transcend regional and cultural boundaries. Together, these visual stories will converge into a global movement for sustainable development, helping to build a more resilient, harmonious, and promising future for all. About vivo vivo is a technology company that creates great products based on a user-oriented value, with smart devices and intelligent services as its core. The company aims to build a bridge between humans and the digital world. Through unique creativity, vivo provides users with an increasingly convenient mobile and digital life. Following the company's core values, which include Benfen*, user-orientation, design-driven value, continuous learning and team spirit, vivo has implemented a sustainable development strategy with the vision of developing into a healthier, more sustainable world-class corporation. While bringing together and developing the best local talents to deliver excellence, vivo is supported by a network of R&D centers in Shenzhen, Dongguan, Nanjing, Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Xi'an and more cities, focusing on the development of state-of-the-art consumer technologies, including 5G, artificial intelligence, industrial design, imaging system and other up-and-coming technologies. vivo has also set up an intelligent manufacturing network (including those authorized by vivo), with an annual production capacity of nearly 200 million smartphones. As of now, vivo has branched out its sales network across more than 60 countries and regions, and is loved by more than 500 million users worldwide. *"Benfen" is a term describing the attitude on doing the right things and doing things right – which is the ideal description of vivo's mission to create value for society. Stay informed of latest vivo news at https://www.vivo.com/en/about-vivo/news

2026-03-05

Huawei Elevates Financial AI Solutions to Power Digital and Intelligent Transformation in Global Finance

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei hosted the finance session themed "Powering Resilient Intelligence, Co-creating Finance Future". At the event, Huawei announced a comprehensive upgrade of its Banking AI and Foundation Model Solutions, elevating core capabilities in Scenario, Technology, Systems Engineering, and Ecosystem. Jason Cao, CEO of Huawei Digital Finance BU, highlighted that in today's world of uncertainty, banks must build resilience across multiple dimensions, ensuring multi-active redundancy to prevent system failures, reinforcing multi-layer security against cyberattacks, and laying a solid foundation for global financial institutions to accelerate into the AI era. Jason Cao, CEO of Huawei Digital Finance BU Alvin Feng, President of Huawei Digital Finance International, delivered a speech titled "Beyond Digital: Towards AI-Infused Finance." He emphasized that the transition from traditional banks to AI-driven banks brings profound changes in customer interactions, human-machine collaboration, decision-making approaches, system architecture, and customer experience. Banks need a clear blueprint that links business strategy with technology execution. Drawing on global experience with leading financial institutions, Huawei created the Intelligent Finance Value Implementer to meet this need. It provides a structured approach to scenario selection, enterprise architecture, and AI deployment, enabling banks to build both digital and AI foundations. Supported by systems engineering and an open ecosystem, it helps banks realize both technological and business value. This reflects a fundamental shift: technology is no longer a support function—it is now a value center at the heart of the business. Alvin Feng added that the key to AI banking lies in using systems engineering to unify AI infrastructure with open ecosystems, reengineering banking processes through Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence collaboration. To this end, Huawei has comprehensively upgraded its Banking AI and Foundation Model Solutions: Huawei unveiled its latest SuperPoD offerings, AI Data Platform, and Xinghe AI Network, to help financial customers build resilient infrastructure for both general-purpose and AI computing. By building end-to-end capabilities in intelligent operations & maintenance, specialized model tuning, agent development, and scenario design, Huawei has leveraged systems engineering to reduce the agent development cycle from months to weeks, improve the prompt accuracy by 10%, and cut the end-to-end latency by over 60%. The RongHai Program has been upgraded to include over 150 solution partners and over 11,000 consulting, sales, service, and integration partners worldwide to build an ecosystem spanning customer operations, risk management, and automation, and jointly innovate AI in all scenarios with financial institutions. Looking ahead, Huawei remains committed to continuous innovation, helping global financial institutions build intelligent, autonomous, and resilient digital infrastructure. With its open ecosystem and systems engineering capabilities, Huawei will drive the deep integration of AI into core financial scenarios.

2026-03-04

Huawei Launches Scenario-Specific Solutions for Office, Healthcare, and Education

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC 2026, Huawei unveiled a range of new scenario-specific solutions for office, healthcare, and education. By integrating intelligent and digital technologies into its video conferencing solutions, Huawei provides a solid technical foundation to drive enterprises' digital transformation. Intelligent Conferencing and Office Solution: Creating an All-Scenario Device-Cloud Synergy Ecosystem Huawei's intelligent conference and office solution introduces groundbreaking smart features, including a voice assistant for scheduling meetings, real-time translation with subtitles during meetings, and role-based post-meeting summaries to improve efficiency. Devices such as the IdeaHub S3 and other meeting displays integrate with leading cloud conferencing platforms outside China, using AI to meet the seamless cross-regional, cross-device collaboration needs of multinational companies. Huawei IdeaHub series Telemedicine Solution: Making Quality Medical Resources More Accessible The uneven distribution of medical resources often hinders patients from receiving timely and effective diagnosis and treatment, a longstanding issue in the healthcare sector. Huawei's telemedicine system facilitates real-time remote communication between doctors and patients, breaking down barriers across departments, hospitals, and regions. The immersive telepresence system provides a face-to-face communication experience in scenarios such as remote multidisciplinary consultations and emergency command. Ge Fangmin, Director of the Internet Medicine Center at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, delivered a keynote speech at the event on how AI-assisted digital collaboration is transforming the telemedicine ecosystem and helping small- and medium-sized medical institutions conveniently access remote medical resources from central hospitals. The keynote included practical experiences in scenarios such as multi-hospital collaboration and multi-disciplinary remote consultation. Ge Fangmin, Director of the Internet Medicine Center at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, delivered a keynote speech AI Classroom: Redefining Education Huawei also introduced the AI smart classroom solution, centered on the IdeaHub K3 series in various sizes, to foster a new way of teaching that emphasizes AI, efficient interactions, and environmental sustainability. In partnership with industry-leading companies such as ULearning and Chaoxing, Huawei has developed smart teaching platforms to deliver a seamless educational experience. The IdeaHub K3 boasts physical anti-blue light and ultrasonic projection capabilities, and it seamlessly adapts to multiple systems and ecosystems. The IdeaManager facilitates unified device operation and management, promoting energy saving. Huawei and Chaoxing Fanya jointly launched the Newvar AI-LMS smart teaching platform. This platform seamlessly integrates online and offline learning, enables instant, personalized AI-driven instruction, and introduces a new hybrid teaching model that leverages AI data to improve learning outcomes. The AI classroom solution will accelerate the digital transformation of education. AI Classroom Solution Global Launch Looking forward, Huawei will continue to innovate its products and technologies, working closely with global intelligent collaboration partners to drive the digital transformation of vertical industries. Huawei's vision is to facilitate efficient interconnection and collaboration among people, teams, and organizations, and build a fully connected, intelligent world.

2026-03-04

Huawei Launches iFTTO Solution, Accelerating Campus Intelligence with Innovative Capabilities

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei unveiled its iFTTO solution, designed to accelerate the intelligent transformation of campuses through artificial intelligence. By integrating optical networks with AI technologies, iFTTO aims to build a robust foundation for the rapid expansion of campus AI applications. The solution features multi-dimensional information convergence, intelligent O&M, and open IoT, enabling campuses to evolve into truly intelligent environments. Perry Yang, President of Huawei Enterprise Optical Domain As AI applications flourish in campuses, traditional physical spaces are being transformed into digital, intelligent ecosystems. This evolution demands higher network bandwidth and lower latency, while introducing new challenges for intelligent campus operations. It is in this context that "Huawei has upgraded its FTTO solution to the iFTTO solution, driving campus networks beyond traditional "connectivity" toward multi-dimensional information convergence and the Internet of Things. This evolution establishes a unified foundation that integrates vision, computing, and control, laying the groundwork for smart campus transformation and accelerating the journey toward intelligent operations," according to Perry Yang, President of Huawei Enterprise Optical Domain. To address the evolving requirements of smart campuses, Huawei introduced the O-N.E.X.T concept, which combines optical and intelligent technologies within the iFTTO solution. This approach redefines the value of campus networks and fosters a new smart campus ecosystem. N.E.X.T encapsulates four innovative solution features. N stands for "Network Unified by Optical," where optical networks connect directly to terminals, transforming the architecture from two layers into one. E stands for "Ecosystem of Open IoT," which is achieved through Huawei's industry-first Wi-Fi 7 optical IoT AP with built-in NearLink and Bluetooth modules, enabling unified deployment and a shared bus for both network and IoT connectivity. X stands for "X-Dimensional Information Fusion," which supports multi-dimensional data sources such as vision, Wi-Fi channels, radio frequency, and 3D LiDAR, enabling various AI applications through multi-modal collaborative computing. T stands for "Towards Autonomous Operation (autonomous driving network)," which highlights Huawei's adoption of the industry's first intelligent agent for all-optical campus O&M. This supports interactive, proactive O&M, delivering closed-loop management and improving operational efficiency. And finally, O stands for "Open 3-Layer Computing Power," which supports the deployment of AI applications across industries such as smart healthcare and energy-efficient hospitality through cloud-edge-device synergy. Huawei's iFTTO solution delivers differentiated and unique value for specific scenarios across industries such as education, healthcare, and hospitality. In education, the iFTTO solution uses passive all-optical aggregation and tri-band Wi-Fi 7 optical APs to deliver ultra-10G connectivity to every room, building ultra-broadband campus networks. It also enables coordinated control of classroom lighting and air conditioning, helping reduce energy consumption. In dormitories, AI algorithms prioritize critical services to improve user experience. In healthcare, 50G PON accelerates AI-powered pathology analysis, while optical terminals interconnect with IoT devices in wards to support intelligent nursing and protect patient privacy. For hotels, innovative 2D-to-3D video conversion technology offers guests an immersive entertainment experience. To date, Huawei's FTTO solution has served more than 15,000 campuses.

2026-03-04

AI-Powered Growth Lifts Newborn Town's 2025 Net Profit Attributable to Owners by Over 87% YoY

HONG KONG, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Newborn Town Inc. (Newborn Town or the company, stock code: 09911.HK), a leading global social entertainment company, issued a positive profit alert for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting solid revenue growth and a significant increase in profits. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, total revenue is expected to range between RMB6,760 Million and RMB7,000 Million, representing year-on-year growth of approximately 32.8% to 37.5%. Net profit attributable to owners of the Company is expected to be between RMB900 Million and RMB940 Million, reflecting year-on-year growth of 87.5% to 95.8%. Adjusted EBITDA is projected to range from RMB1,180 Million to RMB1,220 Million, up approximately 22.5% to 26.7% compared with the previous year. AI Integration Strengthens Social Product Portfolio According to the announcement, Newborn Town's strong performance growth was primarily driven by the continued integration and optimization of AI technologies across its business operations, which supported the steady growth of its diversified social product portfolio. In 2025, Newborn Town's social networking business delivered robust growth and remained a key contributor to the Company's profits. Social gaming platform TopTop sustained growth in both user scale and monetization performance. Meanwhile, live-streaming platform MICO and voice-based social platform YoHo maintained their positions within niche segments, contributing stable revenue and profit. During the year, the Company's flagship products continued to expand in key markets including the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In 2025, TopTop further strengthened its user reach and monetization performance, with downloads and revenue ranking among the leading titles in its category. Recognizing its innovation and growth in the "social + gaming" segment, TopTop was named "Best Social Game Platform" at the Sensor Tower APAC Awards, which recognize leading mobile apps and games in the Asia-Pacific region. The platform has also expanded its presence in new markets. Leveraging its differentiated product positioning and localized strategy, TopTop entered the top tier of Japan's App Store charts. At the technology level, the Company continued to deepen the integration of AI across its business operations. Its self-developed multimodal algorithm model, Boomiix, has undergone ongoing iterations, driving improvements in key operating metrics such as payment conversion and ARPU, thereby enhancing the long-term monetization potential of its core social products. Newborn Town also launched Siyu AI, an internal data intelligence platform designed to streamline operational workflows, enabling faster access to comprehensive data insights within 15 minutes and improving efficiency in processes such as data queries, anomaly detection and report generation. Meanwhile, its proprietary AI-powered design platform KIVI continued to evolve, supporting key creative functions including the production of virtual gifts and marketing assets, and further enhancing operational efficiency across the platform. The Company's diverse-audience social networking portfolio also continued to develop steadily in overseas markets. Through enhanced user lifecycle management, iterative product features and ongoing optimization of its content ecosystem, the platforms saw improved user engagement and deeper interaction among communities. HeeSay, the flagship product of this business segment, further strengthened its presence in key markets through branding and social responsibility initiatives such as HeeSay GALA and HeeCares. Innovative Businesses Gain Momentum, Emerging as New Growth Drivers In 2025, alongside the continued expansion of its core social networking business, Newborn Town's innovative business segment also achieved strong growth. Revenue from the segment reached approximately RMB730 Million to RMB770 Million for the year, representing year-on-year growth of 55.7% to 64.2%, and becoming an increasingly important contributor to overall business growth. Since first generating revenue in 2024, the Company's quality games business has entered a profitability phase. Its flagship titles have transitioned into long-term operation, providing stable profit contributions. At the same time, the deeper integration of AI across R&D and operations, together with the gaming team's accumulated experience, has improved development efficiency. The Company's pipeline of new game titles is also progressing steadily. In addition, the Company's social e-commerce segment continued to expand through service upgrades, diversified product offerings and enhanced user acquisition efforts. In 2025, Heer Health further strengthened its presence in the fields of HIV prevention and sexual health services, while accelerating the expansion of its product portfolio. In June 2025, Newborn Town officially established its global headquarters in Hong Kong, further strengthening its international footprint. The Hong Kong headquarters serves as a coordination hub, working closely with the Company's global R&D and operations centers to support continued overseas expansion. Through technological innovation and localized operations, the Company aims to create positive emotional value for users worldwide. During the year, the Company conducted share repurchases totaling approximately HK$260 million. The Board stated that the buyback reflects its confidence in the Company's business outlook and long-term prospects, and is expected to enhance shareholder value. Alongside its strong financial performance, Newborn Town has also seen growing attention from the capital markets. On February 13, 2026, Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the results of its quarterly review, under which Newborn Town was included in the Hang Seng Composite Index, reflecting the market's recognition of the Company's business growth, development potential, and investment value. Looking ahead, potential eligibility for the Stock Connect program could attract broader participation from southbound investors, which may further enhance the stock's liquidity and market visibility.

2026-03-04

Thailand presents 'The New Thailand' vision at ITB Berlin 2026

Healing-led luxury, sustainable routes and hidden gems advance Thailand's world-class positioning in Europe under TAT's 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury' concept BERLIN, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is unveiling the Kingdom's latest world-class positioning in Europe at ITB Berlin 2026, the 60th anniversary edition of the world's largest and most influential travel trade fair, held from 3–5 March at Berlin ExpoCenter City. With 'The New Thailand' vision, TAT strengthens the country's world-class destination status under the concept 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury', spotlighting hidden gems, sustainable routes and eco-friendly tourism products tailored to the European market. Thailand showcases ‘The New Thailand’ vision at ITB Berlin 2026, highlighting healing-led luxury, sustainable tourism routes and hidden gems as key pillars advancing the Kingdom’s world-class destination positioning in the European market. TAT's participation is further elevated by the gracious presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana, who visited the Thailand Pavilion and prepared som tam thad, a signature Thai papaya salad served in a traditional sharing tray. The live presentation highlighted Thai culinary artistry, cultural vibrancy and the philosophy of food as nourishment, drawing the attention of international media and trade partners. Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, said: "ITB Berlin 2026 serves as a strategic platform to communicate The New Thailand vision with clarity and purpose. Healing-led luxury reflects evolving global demand for wellbeing and meaningful travel experiences, while sustainability and hidden gems sharpen Thailand's competitive edge in Europe. Germany remains a priority long-haul market with clear expectations for quality, safety and responsible tourism. Through coordinated public–private sector collaboration and focused trade engagement, TAT advances Thailand's standing as a future-ready world-class destination." The Thailand Pavilion presents a refreshed and contemporary image under the Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury concept, positioning Thailand as a genuine restorative destination where wellbeing, culture and authenticity converge. Leading a delegation of 165 Thai tourism operators at the Thailand Pavilion in Hall 26B, TAT drives high-level business negotiations with international buyers and trade visitors. Of these, 89 operators hold recognised sustainability certifications and awards, including the Thailand Tourism Awards, STAR certification, Green Hotel and CF Hotels, demonstrating significant progress in sustainable tourism standards. TAT collaborates closely with the Department of Tourism, Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Airports of Thailand, Thailand Privilege Card, the Sports Authority of Thailand, the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration, and provincial tourism associations, presenting a unified national platform that reflects strong public–private sector integration. The showcase highlights hidden gems across all regions, including Sukhothai and Nan in the North, Suphan Buri and Ratchaburi in the Central region, and Satun and Trang in the South. The Sustainable Thailand narrative is reinforced through 10 Krabi: Travel With Care itineraries and 20 low-carbon travel routes, supported by TAT Certify standards, including STGs STAR, Thailand Tourism Awards and CF Hotels, strengthening confidence among environmentally conscious European travellers. A highlight of the pavilion is the Saneh Thai Café, which presents wellness tourism through cuisine under the Wellness on a Plate and Worth-Life Balance themes, offering 20 curated routes that connect gastronomy, regional identity, and holistic wellbeing. Eco-friendly products crafted from marine debris and recycled materials, including driftwood art, bead necklaces, art toys and footwear, are showcased alongside interactive DIY souvenir activities such as keychains, phone straps and bracelets, reinforcing Thailand's commitment to creative and responsible tourism. In parallel with ITB Berlin 2026, TAT is amplifying Thailand's presence across Berlin through Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 (The Wholesome Taste of Thai) at KaDeWe from 2–14 March 2026. Delivered in cooperation with Central Group, the high-impact brand takeover transforms the luxury department store's façade and window displays into a showcase of Thai cuisine and tourism, positioning gastronomy as a powerful driver of destination inspiration and travel demand. Germany continues to play a vital role in Thailand's long-haul strategy. In 2025, Thailand welcomed 965,898 German visitors, representing a 10.60 per cent increase compared with 2024. The positive momentum has continued into 2026, with 115,700 German travellers visiting Thailand from 1–31 January, an increase of 2.55 per cent year-on-year. These travellers, with an average stay of 15.58 nights per trip, drive strong market demand for beach holidays, family travel, health and wellness, environmental conservation and slow travel, with safety remaining central to travel decision-making. In 2026, TAT continues to strengthen the German market through targeted product highlights across Sea–Sand–Sun, Leisure and Sports, Wellness, and Nature and Outdoor segments, while advancing responsible tourism and experience-based travel that creates lasting value and meaning. Hidden gems are being positioned as compelling new destinations that appeal to the sustainable market focus of quality German travellers. As part of the ITB Berlin programme, TAT will host the Amazing Thailand Networking Event on 4 March 2026. The gathering will bring together international media, global trade partners and key stakeholders to further outline the Value over Volume strategy and long-haul market priorities under the Healing is the New Luxury concept. Participation at ITB Berlin 2026 is projected to generate over 5.568 billion Baht in economic value, reinforcing Thailand's path towards a sustainable, high-value and truly unforgettable world-class destination.

2026-03-04

Malaysia Airlines Debuts "Thousand-Mile Horse: Journeying Together in the Year of the Horse" Film, Marking Continued Momentum in China

SINGAPORE, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Malaysia Airlines has premiered its latest film for China and key global markets, "Thousand-Mile Horse: Journeying Together in the Year of the Horse." The film marks both the arrival of the Lunar New Year and a milestone in the airline's continued growth trajectory in China. &amp;amp;amp;amp;nbsp;Malaysia Airlines Debuts “Thousand-Mile Horse: Journeying Together in the Year of the Horse” Film, Marking Continued Momentum in China More than a seasonal campaign, the film reflects Malaysia Airlines' strengthened long-term commitment to the China market - reinforcing both inbound and outbound flows between China and Malaysia. This commitment is evident as the carrier accelerates network expansion, restores strategic gateways, and reinforces Kuala Lumpur's role as a leading transit hub connecting China to ASEAN, Australia, and beyond. In January 2026, the airline marked its return to Chengdu with daily non-stop services, expanding its Greater China network to seven gateways including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xiamen, Hong Kong and Taipei. In 2025, the airline carried 860,000 passengers between China and Malaysia and operated 52x weekly flights across its Greater China network — underscoring its continued investment in keeping people, cultures and opportunities connected through travel. Bryan Foong, Chief Executive Officer of Airline Business from Malaysia Aviation Group, said: "China remains one of our most important and dynamic markets. We are deepening our presence, rebuilding key gateways, and investing in meaningful engagement with Chinese travellers. 'Thousand-Mile Horse' reflects not the symbolism to the new Lunar Year but our long-term ambition to grow with this market, strengthen connectivity, and deliver memorable journeys for guests travelling between China, Malaysia, and the wider region." About the Film Timed for the Year of the Horse, the film draws on the enduring concept in Chinese literature of the "Thousand-Mile Horse" - a symbol of endurance, strength and forward momentum. Within the context of Malaysia Airlines' China strategy, this signals not only aspiration, but acceleration - a confident stride into new phase of expansion and strengthened market presence. The film opens with a child's simple question: "What is a Thousand-Mile Horse — and what does it mean?" As two young brothers try to make sense of the mythical creature through the everyday rhythms of home, the meaning unfolding in small moments of curiosity, building to a pivotal airport scene where the child points to a Malaysia Airlines aircraft and declares, "I've found it — the Thousand-Mile Horse is here." The narrative reflects a purposeful discovery, mirroring the airline's own trajectory as it advances its growth ambitions in China. Reinforcing the "Time For" Campaign, Spotlighting Malaysian Hospitality The film highlights the airline's "Time For" global campaign, which encourages travellers to rediscover meaningful journeys, alongside its commercial content series "Elevating Moments, One Journey at a Time." Together, these content spotlight Malaysia Airlines' focus on delivering warm, thoughtful travel experiences anchored in Malaysian Hospitality. Onboard, this takes shape through attentive care, small gestures for families such as the Kids' Activity Pack, and a full-service experience designed around comfort, cuisine, and human connection. Malaysian Hospitality also extends beyond a single moment, reflecting the end-to-end full-service experience that blends comfort, care, and culinary excellence. As the Year of the Horse symbolises speed and endurance, Malaysia Airlines enters 2026 with renewed momentum, building capacity responsibly, strengthening commercial foundations, and advancing its ambition to grow sustainably across Greater China. The "Thousand-Mile Horse" therefore stands not merely as a symbolic film, but as a signal of forward momentum, a marker of Malaysia Airlines' confident return, expanding footprint, and long-term commitment to the China market. About Malaysia Airlines Malaysia Airlines is the national carrier of Malaysia, offering the best way to fly to, from and around Malaysia through its premium and full-service offerings. Malaysia Airlines carries up to 40,000 guests daily on memorable journeys inspired by Malaysia's diverse richness. As the nation's flag bearer, it embodies the incredible diversity of Malaysia; capturing its rich traditions, cultures and cuisines via its inimitable Malaysian Hospitality across all customer touch points. Since September 2015, the airline has been owned and operated by Malaysia Airlines Berhad. It is part of the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), a global aviation organisation that comprises of different aviation business and lifestyle travel solution portfolios aimed at serving global air travel needs. The airline is committed to facilitating safe and seamless travels by placing safety and hygiene as the anchor across all end-to-end consumer touchpoints in line with its MHFlySafe initiative. Via its alliance with oneworld®, Malaysia Airlines offers superior connectivity to more than 900 destinations in 170 territories across the globe. For more information, please visit www.malaysiaairlines.com and download the Malaysia Airlines app to get the latest promotions conveniently at your fingertips. Issued by Group Communications, Malaysia Aviation Group.

2026-03-04

Huawei Exceeds ITU Partner2Connect Pledge Target, Bringing Connectivity to 170 Million People Globally

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei has provided digital connectivity to 170 million people in remote areas across more than 80 countries, surpassing its pledge to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition. Yang Chaobin, CEO of Huawei ICT BG announces the fulfillment of ITU P2C Pledge The announcement was made by Yang Chaobin, CEO of Huawei ICT BG, at the company's TECH Cares Forum in Barcelona. He noted that this achievement exceeds the commitment Huawei made when joining the ITU P2C Digital Coalition in 2022: to connect 120 million people in remote areas by 2025. Yang extended his gratitude to Huawei's telecom customers and partners for their collaborative efforts. The forum brought together around 80 guests from governments, industries, partner organizations, and international bodies. Participants engaged in in-depth discussions on the urgent need to advance digital inclusion in the AI era, exploring practical solutions and building consensus for multi-stakeholder collaboration. In his opening speech, Yang pointed out that despite rapid AI advancements, the digital divide persists and risks widening further. "High-speed digital networks and robust computing capabilities are essential foundations for an inclusive and sustainable AI era," he said. The fulfillment of the ITU P2C pledge, he added, reflects Huawei's ongoing commitment to innovation — bringing remote communities improved access to healthcare, education, and financial services through digital connectivity. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau, commended Huawei's achievements and work to bridge the digital divide. "Connecting the rural and underserved communities requires innovative business models, inclusivity and the effective use of communication resources as well as community engagement, and sustained investment in local capacity. I applaud Huawei's commitment to universal and meaningful connectivity and I am proud of our strong and successful partnership." According to Jeff Wang, President of Huawei Public Affairs and Communications, digital inclusion rests on two pillars: inclusive connectivity and digital skills empowerment. To address the digital skills gap, Huawei partners with governments and organizations to support students, youth, the elderly, and women through three initiatives: expanding digital access, offering digital skills training, and developing STEM curricula. Since its launch in 2019, Huawei's Skills on Wheels program has brought mobile digital training to over 130,000 people in 21 countries, opening new opportunities for underserved communities. Marina Madale, Executive of Sustainability and Shared Value at MTN Group, asserts that connectivity is not a privilege, it is foundational infrastructure for Africa's growth. In alignment with Jeff Wang, she noted that MTN is prioritizing expanding rural connectivity, driving device affordability and building digital and AI-ready skills. In rural network innovation, Huawei has continuously upgraded its Rural Series solutions since 2017 to improve affordability and deployment efficiency. Launched in November 2025, Huawei RuralCow extends coverage to villages of around 1,500 residents with the support from MTN Nigeria. These solutions have helped achieve the target of connecting 170 million people while boosting local economies and enabling wider access to digital public services. During the forum, guests shared progress from their collaboration with Huawei and expressed willingness to deepen cooperation. All participants agreed that advancing digital inclusion in the AI era requires joint efforts from governments, operators, international organizations, and enterprises. Going forward, Huawei will continue to drive innovation in rural network technologies, deepen open collaboration, and accelerate digital skills empowerment. Through concrete actions, the company will keep contributing to a more equitable and sustainable digital world.

2026-03-04

CCTV+: Drums, Dragons, and Dynasty: 26th Qianlong Lantern Festival Ignites Living Heritage

BEIJING, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Qianlong Lantern Festival, a premier Spring Festival tradition in northern Zhejiang, transformed Qianyuan Town's ancient alleyways into vibrant scrolls. Silk dragons coiled through stone lanes and soared above crowds, drawing cheers from spectators. Youth dragon dancers and child Peking Opera performers took center stage. These young inheritors took up the torch of cultural preservation and proved that tradition thrived through new generations. (Photo: Cai Jun)

2026-03-04