Major Retail Event for Greater Bay Area Residents

Following “Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles” Scheme

HONG KONG, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Organized by Exhibition Group, the “Grand Sale Bazaar 2026” opens today and runs until January 19 (Friday to Monday) at Hall 5,7,9 of AsiaWorld-Expo, marking a new annual mega event combining shopping and entertainment in Hong Kong. The “Grand Sale Bazaar 2026” has become one of the major retail events for Greater Bay Area residents following the implementation of the “Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles” scheme, poised to become a new hotspot for mainland visitors shopping in Hong Kong, further promoting economic integration and consumer market development between the two regions.

The opening ceremony was officiated by Dr Bernard Chan, Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region; Ms. Jackie Ng, Deputy Chairman of Federation of Hong Kong Industries; Mr. Dennis Wong, General Manager, Business Development of AsiaWorld-Expo Management Limited; Mr. Sam Hui, Council Member and Past Chairman of The Chamber of HK Computer Industry; Mr. Allen Kwong, Chairman of Hong Kong Furniture and Decoration Trade Association (HKFDA); Mr. John Wong, Chairman of Federation of Hong Kong Brands; Ms. May Leung, Chairman of The Professional Validation Council of Hong Kong Industries; Ms. Emily Cheung, Director of MameShare; Ms. Christine Lo, Director of Business Development, Marketing & Branding of The Payment Cards Group Limited; Ms. Teresa Ho, Senior Business Development & Marketing Manager of LBuy; Mr. Andy Wong, Founder of HK Singer Channel and Mr. Carl Wong, Chairman of the Exhibition Group.

The “Grand Sale Bazaar 2026” brings together local and international fashion apparel, beauty products, home appliances, jewelry, outdoor sports equipment, baby products, health foods, and trendy merchandise, creating an ideal shopping and leisure destination for consumers. The Bazaar has attracted over 400 booths with merchandise valued at approximately HK$100 million, offering discounts of up to 90% off original prices, providing an excellent opportunity for citizens to purchase New Year goods at exceptional value. The venue features up to 350 DGG by LBuy gachapon machines and various entertainment programs, including the “Retro Hits Concert,” bringing citizens a consumer extravaganza that combines exceptional warehouse sales and shopping entertainment.

Exhibition Group Chairman Carl Wong stated: “Following the implementation of the “Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles” scheme, we hope to establish the “Grand Sale Bazaar 2026″ as a shopping event that Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area consumers look forward to every year. We have strategically chosen AsiaWorld-Expo, taking full advantage of its proximity to the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, making it convenient for mainland visitors to drive here. We hope that through this annual event, we can promote consumer market exchange in the Greater Bay Area and inject new momentum into Hong Kong’s retail market.”

Eight Major Themed Warehouse Sale Zones

The inaugural event features eight major themed warehouse sale zones, covering fashion apparel, home appliances, trendy merchandise, personal care, health foods, jewelry and watches, baby products, and outdoor sports—all popular categories among citizens. This aims to provide consumers with different needs a one-stop warehouse shopping experience. Major brands offer unprecedented warehouse sale discounts, with some items discounted up to 90% off original prices, allowing citizens to snap up their favorites at exceptional value and purchase New Year goods early.

I.T MEGA Winter Sale – Largest-Ever Warehouse Sale

Key exhibitor I.T (Booth 5-C19) occupies over 6,600 square feet, featuring over 8,000 selected trendy apparel and accessories from Europe, America, Japan, and Korea, with discounts of up to 90% off storewide. Citizens can enjoy multiple offers: an extra 10% off the total bill when purchasing 2 designated items, or an extra 20% off the total bill when purchasing 4 designated items; spend a net amount of $800 and receive an additional $100 off the total bill. Limited lucky bags are available daily at just HK$299 (valued at over HK$1,000), available in limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis while stocks last.

DGG by LBuy Gachapon Bazaar – 350 Gachapon Machines Adding Surprises

DGG by LBuy Gachapon Bazaar is participating in this event for the first time, featuring 350 gachapon machines offering a variety of surprise products and premium items suitable for all ages. Providing over 200 gachapon options in total, adding shopping surprises for families and young people.

Unmissable Warehouse Sale Offers

Bringing together warehouse sale offers from numerous well-known brands, the venue offers a large selection of products at half-price and 90% off exceptional values. This covers multiple categories including home electronics and audio, furniture and bedding, personal care, and food and beverages, allowing citizens to shop for everything they need in one go. The home appliance zone offers kitchen appliances, smart TVs, and home audio systems and other practical products; the home living area features quality furniture, memory pillows, and branded mattresses, with some items reduced by tens of thousands of dollars; beauty and skincare essences, imported wines, and specialty fruit liqueurs are also available at 10% off prices. Many unmissable offers are available in limited quantities while stocks last, allowing citizens to purchase their favorite items at the best prices and enjoy New Year shopping pleasures.

Shopping and Entertainment Combined – Retro Hits Concert Relives the Classics

In addition to warehouse shopping, the inaugural Bazaar has also arranged diverse stage programs and on-site experiences, including the “Retro Hits Concert,” featuring Bill Ng, Edward Pao, Willie, Li Lung Kay, and other renowned singers/guests performing classic songs live, reliving the good old days and combining nostalgic and modern elements to bring unforgettable musical experiences to audiences of all ages. Citizens can grab warehouse sale bargains while enjoying spectacular performances, experiencing the dual pleasure of shopping and entertainment.

The inaugural Bazaar combines exceptional warehouse sales, shopping, entertainment, and family experiences, allowing citizens to purchase New Year goods in a relaxed manner all at once and experience the festive atmosphere of the New Year early, ensuring that every visitor has an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Grand Sale Bazaar 2026

About Exhibition Group

Exhibition Group is one of Hong Kong’s renowned exhibition companies. Our core team has been assembled since 2003, bringing together a group of innovative, experienced, and professional exhibition talents. As a leading event management company, specializing in the planning and operation of world-class public exhibitions, conferences, and trade fairs, covering a wide range of industries. With years of industry experience, we are committed to the development of exhibition and marketing businesses, gaining a prestigious reputation within the exhibition industry.

Our company organizes a variety of themed exhibitions and marketing projects, which not only receive substantial support from the business community and exhibitors but also effectively attract a large number of public participants. Each event has garnered rave reviews, resulting in a win-win situation for exhibitors in both product promotion and sales. Notable exhibitions include the Pet Show, In-Home Expo, Premium Pet Supplies Expo, Hong Kong Cat Expo, Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo, Extracurricular Activities Festival cum Teaching Materials and Supplies Expo, and Hong Kong Outdoor & Sports Expo, among others. In recent years, our company has been honored with several awards, including the “Outstanding Award for Pandemic Resilience,” “ESG Commendation Awards,” and “Innovative Exhibition Planning,” recognizing our business development achievements across various sectors.

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SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Business Challenge: Stores today face dual pressures: the need for faster, more flexible customer service beyond fixed counters, and the demand for simpler, more reliable back-end operations. Cluttered workstations with multiple devices hinder efficiency and agility.

Sunmi’s Solution: Sunmi addresses these core challenges with two purpose-built hardware products designed for resilience and workflow integration.

The V3 PLUS All-in-One Mobile Terminal represents a significant evolution in Sunmi’s handheld series. It now features an industrial-grade scan engine for superior performance on damaged, low-quality, or distant barcodes, making it reliable in demanding environments such as retail stockrooms or outdoor settings. Its refined ergonomic design ensures comfort during extended mobile use. By integrating robust scanning, payment processing, and a high-speed printer into one rugged device, the V3 PLUS enables staff to complete the entire transaction loop anywhere—transforming any employee into a fully capable, mobile service point.

For fixed, high-volume stations, Sunmi introduces the 80MM Label Printer. Its key innovation is the merging of a scanner and a thermal printer into a single, compact unit. This eliminates the need for separate devices and associated cable clutter, requiring only a single USB cable for both power and data. This streamlined design ensures consistent, fast processing for critical tasks at main checkouts or kitchen expo areas.

Strategic Value: Together, these tools create a more adaptive and robust operation. The V3 PLUS handles agile, in-the-moment engagements and complex scanning tasks, while the 80MM Label Printer anchors high-volume hub operations. Both connect to Sunmi’s Device Management Platform for centralized monitoring and control. This combined approach empowers businesses to build operations that are not only more efficient but also more resilient to varying demands, ultimately enhancing the experience for both customers and employees.

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SINGAPORE, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, has released its 2026 Supplements Taste Charts for Asia Pacific and the Middle East, highlighting the region’s evolving taste preferences and the rise of flavour‑forward, lifestyle‑led supplements and sports nutrition.

Across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA), supplements are increasingly viewed as part of daily wellbeing rather than an occasional health support. Consumers are focused on benefits such as sleep, immunity, digestion, stress management, energy and emotional balance, with taste and texture now strongly influencing continued purchase and long term use. 

The global supplements market is projected to reach US$107 billion by 2029 with APMEA continuing to show strong momentum. China, India, Southeast Asia and the Middle East are driving adoption, supported by rising health awareness, busier lifestyles and growing interest in personalised nutrition.

Flavour‑Forward Trends Redefining Supplements

Consumers are moving away from traditional pills toward more flavour-forward formats such as gummies, chews, drink mixes, dissolving strips and powder blends. Here, flavour plays a critical role in masking functional bitterness, reinforcing emotional cues and signalling naturality or efficacy. Three major flavour movements stand out across Asia Pacific and the Middle East:

Simplicity Amplified

Consumers are gravitating toward transparency and ingredient authenticity. Flavours inspired by whole foods, botanicals, fermented notes, and lightly‑sweet or sour profiles signal purity and nutrient‑dense simplicity. Popular flavours include citrus, yuzu, ginger, turmeric, matcha, elderflower, cultured dairy, and yogurt. These pair naturally with today’s lifestyle-friendly formats where the flavours enhance a product’s perceived health benefits.

Category Crashers

As mealtimes blur and routines shift, consumers aren’t sticking to traditional food, beverage, or supplement boundaries. Category Crashers spotlights the emergence of hybrid products that break the mould: savoury energy bars, confectionery-inspired supplement formats, coffee‑infused condiments and more. These hybrids are about creative formats and unexpected pairings that reflect how people eat today.

Maximalist Flavour

Maximalism takes centre stage in 2026, spurred by younger consumers who want bold, layered flavours that deliver high sensory impact. Dessert‑style profiles, sour intensities, spicy‑accented formats, and flavour stacks such as tiramisu passionfruit or brownie chocolate create memorable, intense taste experiences. This trend reinforces supplements as lifestyle treats rather than functional obligations.

Within these trends, sports nutrition continues to broaden beyond athletes to active consumers who expect flavour to match function. Simplicity Amplified is seen in refreshing citrus hydration blends, botanically‑infused recovery options, and natural dairy flavours in high‑protein systems; Category Crashers bring café‑style profiles, soda‑inspired electrolytes and fruity energy shots; and Maximalist Flavour is evident in extreme sour or spicy pre‑workouts, and multi‑layered profiles in protein shakes.

“Consumers across APMEA are demanding more from their proactive health products, not only clinically supported benefits, but also flavours that excite,” said Olivier De Salmiech, Vice President, Health & Therapies, Kerry Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa. “When products taste great, has science-backed benefits, and integrate naturally into everyday life, they become wellness rituals consumers look forward to.”

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CHENGDU, China, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From January 12 to 15, 2026, the 44th J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference (JPMHC) was held in San Francisco, California, USA. Dr. Ge Michael, President and CEO of Sichuan Kelun-Biotech Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (“Kelun-Biotech” or the “Company”, 6990.HK), was invited to attend the conference and delivered a keynote speech on the morning of January 15 (local time) and presented the Company’s latest achievements in drug R&D, commercialization, and globalization, and outlined its innovation strategy and future development plans.

Since initiating its innovation journey in 2012, Kelun-Biotech has rapidly emerged as a leader in China’s innovative drug field, building differentiated technology platforms and robust R&D pipelines. Leveraging its global leading OptiDC™ platform for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and novel drug conjugates (DCs), the Company continuously advances the differentiated development of ADCs and novel DCs, forming a gradient portfolio for treating multiple tumor types. Currently, Kelun-Biotech has two ADC products on market: sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT, 佳泰莱^®) and trastuzumab botidotin (舒泰莱^®), covering breast cancer and lung cancer indications. Additionally, nine uniquely designed ADC and novel DC drugs—including cutting-edge directions such as bispecific ADC and radiopharmaceutical conjugate (RDC) are in clinical stage. For high-incidence tumor types in China, such as breast cancer, lung cancer, and gastrointestinal tumors, the Company has initiated nine pivotal studies, while multiple Phase II clinical studies targeting gynecological tumors are progressing steadily. Furthermore, Kelun-Biotech has also developed several non-DC candidates and expanded indications into non-oncology areas.

Over the past year, Kelun-Biotech has presented multiple research findings at international academic conferences and published in authoritative journals: three were selected for oral presentations at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting, and three were selected as Late-Breaking Abstracts (LBA) for oral presentations at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress. Among these, the results of the OptiTROP-Lung04 study of sac-TMT for treating EGFR-mutant Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) after TKI therapy were presented at the Presidential Symposium session of ESMO and simultaneously published in The New England Journal of Medicine, highlighting its global academic and clinical value.

In terms of commercialization, Kelun-Biotech has formed a competitive initial product portfolio. Its core product, the TROP2-directed ADC sac-TMT, has been approved in China for three indications: second-line and above triple-negative breast cancer, second-line and third-line EGFR-mutated NSCLC. The HER2-directed ADC trastuzumab botidotin was approved last year for second-line and above HER2-positive breast cancer, becoming the first domestically developed HER2-directed ADC approved for this indication. Furthermore, the anti-EGFR monoclonal antibody Cetuximab N01 (达泰莱^®) for RAS wild-type colorectal cancer and the anti-PD-L1 monoclonal antibody tagitanlimab (科泰莱^®) for nasopharyngeal carcinoma have been launched. Another small-molecule RET inhibitor A400 is expected to be approved within the year, bringing the total number of commercialized products in China to five. Currently, three of the Company’s commercialized products, covering five indications, have been included in the National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL), further benefiting a broad population of cancer patients.

While strengthening its presence in the domestic market, Kelun-Biotech is actively expanding overseas. It has established collaborations with MSD, Ellipses, Windward Bio and Crescent Biopharma to maximize the value of its pipeline value and corporate worth. Among these, MSD is evaluating 16 global Phase III clinical studies of sac-TMT.

The breakthroughs in both clinical development and commercialization are driven by the Company’s sustained investment in innovative R&D. With over a decade of accumulation in the ADC field, Kelun-Biotech’s proprietary OptiDC™ platform enables differentiated design of drug candidates, which combines specific targets or targeting mechanisms with the most suitable payload-linker strategy to balance efficacy and safety. Additionally, the company is adopting a “multi-pronged” innovation strategy to continuously enhance platform capabilities. By exploring novel targets, new payloads, and diverse conjugation technologies, it is expanding the application boundaries across both oncology and non-oncology fields.

Looking ahead, Kelun-Biotech will consolidate its foundations in R&D, technologies, platforms, and operations by executing five key development strategies. Concurrently, the Company will elevate its globalization strategy, enhancing its capabilities in product development, registration, and commercialization in ex-China market, advancing on its path to becoming a world-class biopharmaceutical company.

Please refer to the “Investor Relations-Investor Calendar” page of the company’s official website for the presentation materials. You can visit the website for further details.

About Kelun-Biotech

Kelun-Biotech (6990.HK) is a holding subsidiary of Kelun Pharmaceutical (002422.SZ), which focuses on the R&D, manufacturing, commercialization and global collaboration of innovative biological drugs and small molecule drugs. Kelun-Biotech focuses on major disease areas such as solid tumors, autoimmune, and metabolic diseases, and in establishing a globalized drug development and industrialization platform to address the unmet medical needs in China and the rest of world. Kelun-Biotech is committed to becoming a leading global enterprise in the field of innovative drugs. At present, Kelun-Biotech has more than 30 ongoing key innovative drug projects, of which 4 projects have been approved for marketing, 1 project is in the NDA stage and more than 10 projects are in the clinical stage. Kelun-Biotech has established one of the world’s leading proprietary ADC and novel DC platforms, OptiDC™, and has 2 ADC projects approved for marketing, and multiple ADC and novel DC assets in clinical or preclinical research stage. For more information, please visit https://en.kelun-biotech.com/. 

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SHANGHAI, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 will take place from 30^th March to 2^nd April 2026, offering global hospitality and foodservice suppliers a direct gateway to China and the wider Asian market. Building on the record-breaking success of the 2025 edition, the exhibition will return with expanded scale, stronger international buyer engagement, and enhanced commercial value. With over 3,500 exhibitors, 12,000 overseas buyers, and a fully integrated industry ecosystem, HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 provides a high-impact platform for sourcing, partnerships, and long-term market expansion.

HOTELEX Shanghai 2025 welcomed a record 284,581 professional visitors, including a 34.2% increase in international buyers. Exhibitors reported a 37% rise in qualified leads and a 23% increase in on-site transactions, demonstrating the exhibition’s effectiveness as a high-performance sourcing and business platform. Building on this success, the 34ᵗʰ edition in 2026 will offer expanded exhibition space, deeper international participation, and increased opportunities for global decision-makers, distributors, and strategic partners.

Covering 400,000 square meters, the exhibition will host more than 3,500 leading domestic and international suppliers across key sectors including Kitchen Equipment, Coffee & Tea, Catering Ingredients, Beverages, and Baking Supplies. This fully integrated ecosystem supports end-to-end sourcing, innovation, and cross-border collaboration.

HOTELEX’s competitive advantage lies in its comprehensive industry coverage. By integrating resources across hospitality, catering, cultural tourism, retail, logistics, and health sectors, the exhibition drives value-chain synergies and reflects the evolving structure of the modern hospitality economy. Its distinctive “tourism–catering–hotel joint exhibition” model offers a holistic showcase spanning food, accommodation, travel, shopping, and leisure.

Leveraging a shared pool of over 100,000 professional buyers from HOTELEX and FHC, exhibitors gain extended brand exposure through official digital platforms and global social media channels including LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok, as well as partnerships with authoritative industry media. Booths are limited – reserve yours early to secure prime exhibition space and maximize business opportunities. Positioned as a strategic gateway, HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 empowers global companies to grow their presence in China and accelerate expansion across Asia’s hospitality and foodservice markets.

Pre-registration: https://www.hotelex.cn/en/shanghai

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HANOI, Vietnam, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Vietnam’s tourism sector enters a post-pandemic restructuring phase, trends with the potential to generate long-term value are increasingly taking centre stage in the industry’s development strategies. Against this backdrop, The Insiders Forum – a deep-dive seminar series within the HOTLIST Travellive Editor’s Pick initiative organised by Travellive Media Group has been established as a professional dialogue platform to examine new growth drivers shaping Vietnam’s tourism industry within a broader regional context.

Within the 2025 theme “The Journey from Seed to Harvest”, The Insiders Forum highlights the principles of sustainable development, long-term vision, and values cultivated over time, reflecting priorities that are shaping the future of tourism.

The Insiders Forum Hanoi held on 7 January at Sheraton Hanoi West, attracted more than 300 participants including industry experts, business leaders, and senior representatives from across the tourism and hospitality sectors. The event featured prominent speakers such as Ms. Hildegard Anzenberger (General Manager, Capella Hanoi), Mr. Mario Mendis (General Manager, Fusion Resort & Villas Da Nang), Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Huy (Climate Change Research Expert) and other speakers. The presence of professional speakers with strong practical expertise and strategic perspectives underscored the forum’s professional credibility and the depth of its industry dialogue.

Discussions at The Insiders Forum Hanoi reflected the strong recovery momentum of Vietnam’s tourism sector, which is laying the groundwork for significant structural shifts. Tourism revenue in 2025 is estimated to exceed VND 1 quadrillion, representing an increase of approximately 19% compared to 2024 and marking the highest annual revenue level recorded to date.

The forum focused on high value-added segments, including luxury tourism, wellness and medical tourism, aviation connectivity, as well as the role of local identity and cultural heritage in shaping destination experiences. Panel discussions emphasised that Vietnam’s competitive advantage does not lie in low costs or mass-scale offerings, but rather in its ability to integrate natural landscapes, culture, service quality, and personalised experiences into differentiated tourism products.

Organised in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, The Insiders Forum goes beyond trend updates to position itself as a strategic dialogue platform, connecting industry professionals and fostering a more in-depth, sustainable approach to tourism development.

Following the Hanoi event, The Insiders Forum Ho Chi Minh City will take place on 19 January at JW Marriott Hotel & Suites Saigon. The forum will explore key factors shaping the industry’s next development phase, with in-depth discussions on destination marketing, MICE and the practical challenges of translating market potential into sustainable competitive advantages for Vietnam amid intensifying regional competition.

Through this seminar series, Travellive Media Group continues to affirm its role as a specialised industry media platform, one that not only reflects market developments, but also actively contributes to shaping industry thinking, standards, and long-term development pathways for Vietnam’s tourism sector.

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