SEOUL, South Korea, March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — China’s new style tea originator and the creator of Cheese Tea, HEYTA celebrates the grand opening of its first store in Korea on Mar. 15, 2024. Situated in Apgujeong, Gangnam District, Seoul, the capital’s heart of fashion and culture, the store will offer local consumers with new-generation Chinese tea drinks featuring ALL REAL ingredients, such as fresh fruits, original tea leaves and premium milk. The entry to South Korea also reinforces HEYTEA’s leading position in Asia’s new style tea drink market. Based on this endeavor, HEYTEA will continue to expand its presence in major markets across Asia and the globe.

The Apgujeong store is over 80m² down the street and is surrounded by boutique stores, fashion stores as well as popular bakeries. A most vibrant area in Seoul, Apgujeong attracts a great many fashion icons and tourists every day. Such a location indicates HEYTEA’s determination to embrace and serve consumers in Seoul and endorses its position as a leading brand. Local consumers will have a chance to approach unique Chinese tea culture which will make the store a new “Instagram Worthy” location.

The Apgujeong store will offer new-generation Chinese tea drinks made from ALL REAL ingredients of genuine quality, such as “real milk, real tea, real fruit and real cane sugar”. Statistics show that Korea’s tea-related industry recorded a total revenue of $120 million in 2023, and it is expected to continue to grow at 2.85% per annum from 2024 to 2028. Currently, bubble tea drinks made from instant tea powders and artificial additives are a mainstream of the market, but consumers expect to have healthier tea drinks of higher quality. HEYTEA’s commitment to quality well distinguishes itself from conventional tea drink providers in Korea, bringing a refreshing alternative for local consumers.

In general, four series of choices will be offered in the Apgujeong store, including “Seasonal Inspirations”, “Refreshing Real Fruit Teas”, “Classic Real Dairy Milk Teas” and “Refreshing Finest Teas”. Classic HEYTEA drinks will be included in the menu, such as “Very Grape Heytea (Original)”, “Very Grape Cheese (Original)”, “Mango Grapefruit Sago”, “Roasted Brown Bobo Milk (Original)”, “Strawberry Mulberry Black” and “Regal Aqua Green Jasmine Cheese (Original)”, among others. After-tax prices will range from 3,900 KRW to 7,400 KRW per cup at a moderate average of 6,100 KRW (excluding additional toppings).

In addition, HEYTEA’s world-popular “Most Romantic HEYTEA City Fridge Magnets” will also be available in the Apgujeong store: a limited Seoul Only edition inspired by the city’s iconic Namsan Tower (N Seoul Tower), popular for its unique position to enjoy Seoul’s amazing night view and the countless “love padlocks” on its rooftop terrace. The magnet will feature the romantic Namsan Tower at night and HEYTEA logo forming a finger heart, symbolizing the romantic and joyful moments shared between lovers. HEYTEA hopes to provide a chance for customers to feel the sense of love while enjoying the drinks.

As the first Chinese new style tea drink brand going global, HEYTEA launched its first overseas store in Singapore in 2018. In 2023, it accelerated its global expansion by entering several new markets, including the U.K, Australia, Canada, the U.S. and Malaysia. The new store in Seoul demonstrates HEYTEA’s confidence in the Korean market and broadens its presence in Asia. In the future, HEYTEA will bring Korean consumers genuine-quality products and forge joyful brand experience to all.

About HEYTEA

HEYTEA is the originator of China’s new style tea. In 2012, HEYTEA began under humble circumstances in Jiangbianli, Guangdong, China. Armed with the principal of using only REAL ingredients and NO creamer, plant-based powder, artificial flavors or colorants, HEYTEA revolutionized the entire new tea beverage industry by creating the first Cheese Tea by blending cheese foam with fresh tea. With its mission and vision of “Drive Quality, Spark Joy” HEYTEA is committed to rejuvenating Chinese traditional tea culture and making high-quality tea products available to all consumers. In 2018, HEYTEA expanded its reach internationally, beginning its globalization strategy. Currently, HEYTEA has more than 3,000 stores worldwide.

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NEW YORK, March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dehua county in southeast China’s Fujian Province kicked off a five-day event on Thursday to showcase masterpieces of white porcelain in Midtown, New York City.

A total of 105 masterpieces of Dehua porcelain will be exhibited during the event.

Dehua white porcelain is famous for its creamy whiteness, subtle jade-like radiance, paper-thin delicacy, and clear, chime stone-like sound, said Fang Junqin, county chief of Dehua.

Dehua boasts a ceramic production history exceeding 3,700 years and the county is recognized for compiling the world’s earliest craftmanship work on ceramics and for mapping the Meiling Layout, the world’s first ceramic factory planning and design map, said Fang at the opening ceremony of the show.

The Dehua kiln site is inscribed in the World Heritage List, and Dehua porcelain firing techniques are among the first to be included in China’s national list of intangible cultural heritage, added Fang.

Huang Ping, the Chinese Consul General in New York, said it’s hoped that the porcelain show would become a new bond which deepens people-to-people friendship between the United States and China.

Huang added that porcelain carries Chinese time-honored history and culture and serves as an important window to understand Chinese civilization.

“This exhibition offers us a unique opportunity to experience the elegance and sophistication of Dehua white porcelain firsthand, bringing to life the shared history and friendship between our two great nations,” said Li Suosheng, vice chair of China General Chamber of Commerce – USA and general manager of China Construction Bank New York.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Li said the promotion of Dehua porcelain not only enriches the cultural landscape of the United States but also serves as a vital bridge in fostering deeper connections and cooperation between Chinese and American enterprises.

The porcelain industry in Dehua now has a total annual output value of 57.7 billion yuan or 8 billion U.S. dollars, and harbors specialized clusters such as traditional porcelain carving, export craft porcelain, and daily-use porcelain, Fang said.

Statistics show that porcelain products from Dehua are shipped to over 190 countries and regions in the world with the United States taking nearly 39 percent share of total export revenues in 2023.

Dehua’s ceramic enterprises are adept at researching, designing, and manufacturing a wide array of ceramic products tailored to the diverse cultural needs of different countries and regions worldwide, said Fang.

It’s hoped that the show would demonstrate rich cultural heritage and exquisite craftsmanship and allow visitors to have a close contact with white porcelain, said Fang.

The exhibits drew interests and admiration from visitors on Thursday and some collectors lost no opportunity to enlarge their collections.

The simplicity, delicacy, transparency and attention to details make the porcelain exhibits special, according to Isabel Barnard Biderman, an art dealer.

“There are so many options taking place around the city… this is the best Asian art I’ve seen today,” said Biderman.

“I feel very lucky to be able to see these beautiful art pieces myself, and I’m very much impressed and happy I was able to make it,” said Daria Shevchenko, who works in the fashion industry in New York for a long time.

Shevchenko told Xinhua that she would share some most important moments of the event on social media and would definitely encourage her followers to come and see themselves with their own eyes.

“I will encourage some of my friends to purchase some of the pieces in their collection,” said Shevchenko.

New York is the first stop for this year’s “BLANC de CHINE – Porcelain from Dehua” international itinerant exhibition following similar events in six other countries in 2023, according to Fang.

Dehua white porcelain was regarded as the prominent export product during the Song Dynasty and the Yuan Dynasty. In the Ming Dynasty, Dehua white porcelain used to be dubbed “Blanc de CHINE” by the French and gained worldwide fame.

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SINGAPORE, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ZEGOCLOUD, a leading global cloud communication service provider, has made significant strides in delivering seamless, ultra-low latency experiences for live streaming and real-time video interactions.

With rigorous R&D and accumulated know-how in serving customer needs in real-time communication (RTC), ZEGOCLOUD has achieved a 90% success rate of millisecond-level experience in TTFF (Time to First Frame) globally. This translates into an exceptional TTFF of 79 milliseconds on average for live video calling and streaming platforms, supporting them in avoiding revenue losses associated with latency issues.

This optimization is crucial as it fosters positive first impressions, as the speed and fluidity of video loading and real-time engagement are pivotal for user satisfaction and retention on live streaming apps. “Studies show in live streaming, if it takes over two seconds to start, viewers start dropping off, and with each extra second, the platform is losing another 6% of the audience,” stated Kuk Jiang, co-founder of ZEGOCLOUD.

ZEGOCLOUD’s industry-leading TTFF optimization has proven successful in enabling businesses to enhance user connections, minimize churn rates, and ultimately increase revenue. With a success rate of over 95% for TTFF within 2 seconds in critical regions such as Europe, America, and Southeast Asia, ZEGOCLOUD’s solutions are poised to help platforms attract and retain users and drive substantial increases in revenue across various industries.

Purpose-built for industries from social entertainment to interactive live commerce, ZEGOCLOUD offers a full suite of real-time video engagement capabilities, including animated virtual gifts, in-app mini games, in-app chat, content moderation, beauty filters, cloud recording, and more. “By integrating ZEGOCLOUD, businesses can concentrate on their core operations and deliver high-quality live video to global audiences, streamlining the user experience and cutting down on costs and complexities associated with multiple third-party service integrations,” added Kuk.

ZEGOCLOUD’s specialized SDKs address common pain points like network complexity across regions and diverse device compatibility. Advanced features such as CDN live streaming, L3 acceleration, and customizable regional service settings provide robust, flexible solutions for different business scenarios.

About ZEGOCLOUD

ZEGOCLOUD revolutionizes virtual engagement with real-time interaction services for hassle-free cloud communication, connecting enterprises, teams, customers, and users. It lays the groundwork for businesses and developers to build RTI into their apps across the mobile internet and the metaverse.

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Yiwugo Vendors Export Over 1 Million Boxes Weekly

YIWU, China, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Yiwugo.com, the official website of the Yiwu Commodity Market, is the largest commodity wholesale market in the world. “Do you have press-on nails?” Yesterday, in Zone 3 of Yiwu International Trade City (also known as the Yiwu Market), two live-stream influencers on e-commerce platforms were scouting for suppliers. “We need handmade ones, approximately 1,000 boxes per week…” Zhejiang Fashion Cosmetics Co., Ltd, a highly recommended store on Yiwugo.com, consistently attracts a significant number of proactive customers. Among these inquiries, an order of 1,000 boxes per week may not seem substantial, considering that many customers place orders for tens of thousands of boxes. Nevertheless, the sheer volume of orders underscores the current popularity and demand for press-on nails.

Press-on nails are both convenient and flexible, causing no harm to your natural nails. Indeed, some businesses have introduced enticing promotional offers, such as “experience it for the price of a cup of coffee”. Consequently, these nail wraps have rapidly gained popularity, particularly when compared to traditional nail art, which often costs a few dozen dollars and requires a significant time investment. With their quick application and removal, coupled with their excellent value for money, these press-ons have gone viral.

Recent statistics reveal a remarkable surge in sales of press-on nails on Tmall, with a staggering year-on-year growth of 200% since March. This upward trend shows no signs of slowing down. On a popular social media platform, there are over 4.63 million posts discussing these emerging nail wraps. The demand for press-ons has skyrocketed, making it another hot trend in the beauty industry. Particularly on e-commerce platforms, there has been a continuous release of highly popular and sought-after press-on nail products.

Zhejiang Fashion Cosmetics is frequented by e-commerce vendors. “The fast-paced nature of e-commerce demands us to maintain a swift and constant supply,” states Yang Yan, Sales Director of Zhejiang Fashion Cosmetics. As a professional enterprise specializing in the development, design, production, and sale of nail supplies, Zhejiang Fashion Cosmetics takes advantage of its in-house design research, development and manufacturing capabilities. “Every day, we launch 10 to 15 new product designs, and so far, we have successfully developed tens of thousands of products across more than 100 nail types,” says Yang Yan. She emphasizes that the entire process, from design to pattern making and sampling, can be completed within a single day.

Earlier, a top live-streaming influencer on a certain e-commerce platform made a request to Zhejiang Fashion Cosmetics for a type of press-on nail product with a festive ambiance. “We initiated communication on the first night, and by the third day, the influencer had already received 10 sample designs,” explains Yang Yan. It was this particular product line that achieved a remarkable sales record of over 8 million yuan (about 1.23 million USD) within just five minutes during her livestream.

Press-on nails are not only thriving domestically, but their popularity remains equally strong in overseas markets. At Zhejiang Fashion Cosmetics, the factory consistently fulfills orders for European and American clients, dispatching shipments of approximately 400,000 boxes of press-on nails per week. “Our customers are so eager to receive their orders that they often prompt as soon as the products are ready for shipping,” shares a representative from the company. It is worth noting that many clients place bulk orders for an entire year’s supply of press-on nails.

Last year, the company unveiled a revolutionary product that combines the best features of nail gel and press-on nails—a wearable soft nail solution. “With just a brief exposure to nail lamp, the adhesive patches transform into durable and beautiful nail extensions within a minute. The convenience, durability, and enhanced beauty of this product have garnered significant interest from international customers. We receive daily inquiries, with particularly strong demand coming from the South American market, where sales have been quite impressive,” says Yang Yan.

Foreign businessmen from not just Europe, America, and South America, but also from the Middle East, Africa, and beyond have flocked to Yiwu. Among them is Amir Makram, an Egyptian merchant who visited Zone 3 of Yiwu International Trade City yesterday with a clear purpose: to explore nail beauty products. As he stood in front of a store specializing in press-on nails, his curiosity was piqued. After a store attendant provided a detailed introduction, Amir Makram’s interest intensified, leading to an exchange of WeChat contacts between both parties, setting the stage for further negotiations.

According to data analysis from the Yiwugo platform, there has been a significant surge in search volume for press-on nails since the beginning of this year. As of early March, the platform recorded a 2.34-fold yoy increase in the number of press-on nails orders and a 2.64-fold yoy increase in transaction value.

Nails may be small, but they hold great potential within the realm of beauty. To capitalize on this “beauty economy” surrounding nails, businesses in the Yiwu market are exerting their full efforts in production and striving to stay ahead by introducing new products. With relentless innovation and market expansion, many companies now face production lead times of 45 to 60 days as they endeavor to meet the soaring demand.

“To meet the market demands, we have upgraded our equipment. With the addition of 15 new machines, we can now produce over 200,000 boxes of press-on nails per day, doubling our previous production capacity. While fulfilling current orders, we have also intensified our investment in new product development. Presently, we are collaborating with clients to delve into the research and development of new products for the year 2025,” said Yang Yan.

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Focusing on Lower-tier Markets and Opening a New Chapter of International Growth

HONG KONG, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — From March 13^th to 14^th, the Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific Update 2024 (“HICAP UPDATE”) was successfully held in Hong Kong. This conference focused on the dynamics and future prospects of the hospitality and travel industry in the Asia-Pacific region, discussing the latest development and investment opportunities and challenges in a variety of the region’s hot markets. Nearly 75 leading industry experts were invited to speak at the 2024 conference. Ms. He Jihong, the Chief Strategy Officer of H World Group Limited(“H World” or “the Group“) attended the conference and delivered speeches on the Group’s business and the development of the travel industry.

As one of the fastest-growing hotel groups globally, H World ranks sixth in terms of the number of hotel rooms. With the resurgence of China’s economy in 2023, the Group witnessed promising signs of recovery, commencing from February of the previous year. For the full year of 2023, the RevPAR of Legacy-Huazhu (refers to H World’s business in China) reached 122% of the 2019 level. Addressing the trajectory of the Chinese economy and its tourism sector, Ms. He underscored a discernible trend of robust demand emanating from lower-tier cities, with a notable increase in RevPAR observed in lower-tier cities, as well as strong franchisee interest in investment in these locations. H World’s portfolio consisting of over 80% limited-service hotels, is well-suited to meet the requirements of franchisees in third and fourth-tier cities, thereby further contributing to the favorable outlook for H World’s business.

Regarding international business development, Ms. He emphasized that Southeast Asia emerges as a nascent market for H World, signaling a promising frontier ripe with untapped potential and strategic opportunities. While the Group’s operations span Europe, the Middle East, India, Africa, and the Asia Pacific region, including the Ji Hotel in Singapore and Steigenberger in Bangkok, Southeast Asia stands out as a pivotal focus area, given its proximity to H World’s home market. The Group also expresses keen interest in nations such as Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, and the Philippines. Moreover, with the official rebranding of Deutsche Hospitality as H World International, the Group embarks on a journey to expand its footprint in overseas markets, signaling the commencement of a new chapter in its international growth.

Furthermore, Ms. He stated that H World has consistently embraced technological innovation. With its in-house operational system and analytical tools, the Group has significantly enhanced its ability to engage loyal members and forge meaningful connections with customers while deciphering their preferences. Presently, the self-developed platform boasts over 200 million members, with projections indicating further growth in the coming year. H World’s strategic vision encompasses the cultivation of a robust ecosystem through development of technology and data analytics as well as increasingly targeted customer service applications.

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GUANGZHOU, China, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In anticipation of the 135^th China Import and Export Fair (“Canton Fair”), Chu Shijia, the event’s Vice President and Secretary General, also the Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre, has embarked on a promotional journey to Greece, UK and Ireland. Chu’s discussions with local business leaders in these nations highlighted the ongoing high-quality growth of China’s economy and its move towards Chinese modernization, which he believes will open up new global opportunities. He stressed that the Canton Fair serves as a vital platform not just for China but for the entire world.

In Athens, during an exchange with the Greek business community, Chu reviewed the history and stated, “China and Greece, both ancient civilizations, have witnessed a long-standing friendship through the ancient Silk Road. Under the strategic guidance of our leaders, China–Greece economic cooperation has achieved significant results. The Canton Fair opens a window to the world, and we look forward to active participation from the Greek business community to promote China–Greece economic and trade development, contribute to the global economic recovery, and build an open world economy.”

The promotional event in London was of significant scale, where Chu and his team held discussions with the 48 Group Club and the China-Britain Business Council. Chu introduced that the 135^th Canton Fair will feature an optimized exhibition structure, a concentration of high-quality enterprises, and a wealth of innovative products. Jack Perry, Chairman of the 48 Group Club, expressed his intention to lead a delegation to the 135^th Canton Fair and explore establishing a strategic partnership with the event.

During the promotion conference in Dublin, Chu mentioned, “China’s recent announcement of unilateral visa exemption for Ireland will further promote cooperation between businesses of both countries.” In light of the 45th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Ireland, he invited the Irish business community to actively partake in the fair, access the Chinese market, take advantage of Chinese opportunities, and amplify bilateral economic and trade collaboration.

The business communities of Greece, the UK, and Ireland have responded positively to the promotional activities of the Canton Fair. Local enterprises and institutions have expressed eagerness to attend the event, expand cooperation with Chinese companies, promote trade development, and continue the beautiful friendship.

The delegation signed partnership agreements with Hellenic Chinese Business Chamber and Industry and Commerce Association of Ireland (ICAOI) in this tour, adding Canton Fair’s global partners to 195 covering 103 countries and regions.

For more information about the upcoming 135^th Canton Fair, please visit: https://www.cantonfair.org.cn/en-US

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GUANGZHOU, China, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Viomi Technology Co., Ltd (“Viomi” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VIOT), a leading IoT@Home technology company in China, recently held the Company’s Spring New Home Water Solution Product and AIoT@Home Solution Product Launch Events. The series of new products was unveiled at the China Home Appliance and Consumer Electronics Expo (AWE) in Shanghai from March 14 to March 17.

Kunlun, the new Viomi AI mineral water purifier released this time, carefully selects high-quality mineral sources and utilizes advanced techniques for intelligent system adjustments based on water temperature, flow, flow rate, and water pressure, ensuring a steady and durable release of mineral elements. The water filtered by Kunlun contains six beneficial minerals, including strontium (Sr2+) and metasilicic acid (H2SiO3), similar to natural mineral water. Notably, the Sr2+ content ranges from 0.4-1.4mg/L, surpassing the national standard of 0.2mg/L by two-fold. This innovation enables health-conscious individuals and families with infants and young children to continuously replenish beneficial minerals, ushering in a new era of healthier water purification.

Mr. Xiaoping Chen, Founder and CEO of Viomi, commented: “We have been participating in the field of water purification for nearly a decade, leading the industry with 2000G ultra-large flux as well as ten years of long-lasting RO filter, cumulatively applied for over 1,300 related patents, and possessing the industry’s most extensive manufacturing and R&D facilities. Going forward, we will further deepen our investment in the water purification industry chain, bringing more comprehensive residential water solutions to more families.”

Regarding our AIoT@Home business, we launched Alpha X, a cardiorespiratory detection radar equipped with millimeter-wave radar technology. This product adhered to the principle of ‘AI: Helpful’ and concentrated on monitoring and safeguarding family health. Equipped with our 60GHz millimeter-wave radar AI module, Alpha X is capable of scanning across an ultra-wideband frequency range. This, combined with the ability of AI deep learning algorithms, enables Alpha X to be contactless, detect heart/thorax micro-movement frequency in real-time, and recognize anomalies, thus solving the many inconveniences and difficulties older people face at home. We also introduced Super 3, the Viomi all-space AI air-conditioner 2.0, which intelligently adjusts the ambient temperature according to different sleep stages, providing enhanced comfort and helping to improve users’ sleep quality. Meanwhile, as the demand for improved living increases throughout the housing market, we have further upgraded our one-stop IoT@Home solution with the launch of our multimillion-dollar Space series, which provides consumers with a stylish, customized, and more intelligent product experience.

“During the AWE fair, our new products received widespread praise from the public. After tasting the mineral water purified from our new water purifier, Kunlun, the audiences were amazed at its outstanding taste. The real-time water quality feedback and the accurate display of filtration status offer a reassuring experience for the audience through technology. In Alpha X’s on-site experience area and our AIoT@Home full-scene immersive space, audiences truly experienced the application of AI technology in the living environment, realized that technology not only provides a more convenient and intelligent user experience but also emphasizes the long-term companionship of health, eco-friendliness, and home security. We currently boast two major business segments, AI Water and AIoT@Home, enabling synergistic development. We will continue to advocate a healthy and ‘AI: Helpful’ life philosophy to provide users with more abundant ‘healthy water’ solutions and more caring and intelligent AIoT@Home solutions,” Mr. Chen concluded.

About Viomi Technology

Viomi’s mission is to redefine the future home via the concept of IoT @ Home.

Viomi has developed a unique IoT @ Home platform consisting of an ecosystem of innovative IoT-enabled smart home products, together with a suite of complementary consumable products and value-added businesses. This platform provides an attractive entry point into the consumer home, enabling consumers to intelligently interact with a broad portfolio of IoT products in an intuitive and human-like manner to make daily life more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable, while allowing Viomi to grow its household user base and capture various additional scenario-driven consumption events in the home environment.

For more information, please visit: http://ir.viomi.com.

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Piacente Financial Communications
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