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CGTN America & CGTN UN: My BRI Stories: share your story!

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Friday, September 22, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Belt and Road Initiative, announced by China in 2013, is marking its 10th anniversary this year. During the past decade, the BRI has seen the expansion of cooperation with a growing number of participating countries and projects.

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  • During the past decade, the BRI has seen the expansion of cooperation with a growing number of participating countries and projects.
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Belt and Road Initiative, announced by China in 2013, is marking its 10th anniversary this year.
  • During the past decade, the BRI has seen the expansion of cooperation with a growing number of participating countries and projects.
  • Or do you just want to share your feelings about what it has brought to your country or the world in general?

CGTN America & CGTN UN: China to work with G77 members to open new chapter in South-South cooperation

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Li Xi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, said on Friday that China is ready to work with Group of 77 (G77) members to open a new chapter in South-South cooperation in a quest for greater development through stronger solidarity.

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  • Li made the remarks while attending the Summit of the Group of 77 plus China in Havana of Cuba as the special representative of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
  • He also expressed China's willingness to work with G77 members to build a Global South community with a shared future, and usher in a new era of common development.
  • He put forward a three-point proposal in respect of cooperation between the G77 and China, calling on G77 members to stay true to the original aspiration of the G77 for independence and greater collective strength through unity.
  • He also encouraged the advocating of equity, justice and inclusiveness, and appealed for the pursuit of development, revitalization and win-win cooperation.

Vaniam Group Names Richard Neave Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vaniam Group today announced the appointment of Richard Neave, CA, as the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Neave possesses more than 20 years of experience in senior financial leadership roles, including 15 years at the CFO level within medical communications and pharma services. After consulting with Vaniam Group over the past year, he will now formally join the company's Executive Committee and report directly to CEO and founder Deanna B. van Gestel.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vaniam Group today announced the appointment of Richard Neave, CA, as the company's Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • After consulting with Vaniam Group over the past year, he will now formally join the company's Executive Committee and report directly to CEO and founder Deanna B. van Gestel.
  • Mr. Neave responded: "Over the past 16 years, Vaniam Group has transformed from a single independent contractor into the premier independent medical communications agency.
  • Mr. Neave has spent the past two years consulting with a variety of founder-led organizations, including Vaniam Group, helping organizations grow sustainably while enhancing accountability and efficiency.

CGTN America & CGTN UN: China, South Africa Announce Documentary Series on 'Brotherly' Friendship, Cooperation

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Friday, August 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The documentary series "25 Years on – Documenting China-South Africa Friendship and Cooperation," co-produced by China Media Group (CMG) and South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), was announced during a ceremony on Wednesday in South Africa's Johannesburg.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The documentary series "25 Years on – Documenting China-South Africa Friendship and Cooperation," co-produced by China Media Group (CMG) and South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), was announced during a ceremony on Wednesday in South Africa's Johannesburg.
  • CMG President Shen Haixiong and SABC's Chief Financial Officer Yolande van Biljon jointly announced the documentary series and witnessed the exchange of agreements.
  • The documentary series depicts the brotherly friendship between China and South Africa and looks forward to the bright future of jointly building a high-level China-South Africa community with a shared future.
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CGTN America & CGTN UN: CMG launches Classics Quoted by Xi Jinping (Season 2) in Africa

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Season II of the Classics Quoted by Xi Jinping has been unveiled in Africa. Launched on Sunday by China Media Group (CMG) at The Leonardo Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa, it compiles President Xi's quotes from ancient Chinese classics in his speeches, articles, and remarks.

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  • Season II of the Classics Quoted by Xi Jinping has been unveiled in Africa.
  • Launched on Sunday by China Media Group (CMG) at The Leonardo Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa, it compiles President Xi's quotes from ancient Chinese classics in his speeches, articles, and remarks.
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Season II of the Classics Quoted by Xi Jinping has been unveiled in Africa.
  • Launched on Sunday by China Media Group (CMG) at The Leonardo Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa, it compiles President Xi's quotes from ancient Chinese classics in his speeches, articles, and remarks.

CGTN UN: The "Journey through Civilizations" launch ceremony held at the UN

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

WASHINGTON, July 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Journey Through Civilizations" exhibit, organized by CCTV United Nations Bureau, is under way at the United Nations. The display will continue through July 7.  An official launch ceremony was held at the UN on June 29.

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  • An official launch ceremony was held at the UN on June 29.
  • CMG President Shen Haixiong delivered a video speech at the launch ceremony.
  • Ambassador Zhang Jun, the Permanent Representative of China to the UN, said during his address at the ceremony.
  • Hundreds of guests including UN officials and ambassadors attended the launch ceremony.

CGTN UN: The "Journey through Civilizations" launch ceremony held at the UN

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Saturday, July 1, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Journey Through Civilizations" exhibit, organized by CCTV United Nations Bureau, is under way at the United Nations. The display will continue through July 7.  An official launch ceremony was held at the UN on June 29.

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  • An official launch ceremony was held at the UN on June 29.
  • CMG President Shen Haixiong delivered a video speech at the launch ceremony.
  • Ambassador Zhang Jun, the Permanent Representative of China to the UN, said during his address at the ceremony.
  • Hundreds of guests including UN officials and ambassadors attended the launch ceremony.

4media group Appoints Rich Kellner as Global CFO

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Integrated communications agency 4media group announces the hire of Rich Kellner as their new Global CFO.

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  • Integrated communications agency 4media group announces the hire of Rich Kellner as their new Global CFO.
  • Kellner will also join the executive leadership team, positioning the company for its long-term growth strategy.
  • To learn more about partnering with 4media group and the benefits of the partner+ experience, visit 4media-group.com/partnerplus .
  • Kellner will join a newly formed global executive leadership team led by industry veteran and newly appointed Chief Operating Officer Kevin West.

MEDIALINK CEO MICHAEL KASSAN ELECTED TO CHAIR THE BOARD OF BEYOND ORDINARY EVENTS

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Monday, June 12, 2023

NEW YORK, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyond Ordinary Events, Inc. and POSSIBLE, a marquee marketing event, announced today the appointment of Michael Kassan, CEO of MediaLink, as Chair of its Board of Directors. The organization also elected two additional board members, Deborah Wahl, former SVP and Global CMO of General Motors, and John Costello, CEO of Costello Ventures. 

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  • The organization also elected two additional board members, Deborah Wahl, former SVP and Global CMO of General Motors, and John Costello, CEO of Costello Ventures.
  • Kassan is the founder and CEO of MediaLink, a leading strategic advisory firm that was acquired by the United Talent Agency (UTA) in 2021.
  • Christian Muche, CEO & Co-Founder, Beyond Ordinary Events, said, "Michael is an ideal champion for our board given his vast experience in building partnerships with other industry events including the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and Cannes Lions."
  • Greg Stuart, CEO of MMA Global, who served previously as Chairman of the Beyond Ordinary Board, retains his Board seat.

CGTN AMERICA & CGTN UN: China, Central Asia Vow to Build a Closer Community with a Shared Future at Milestone Xi'an Summit

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Saturday, May 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CGTN America & CGTN UN releases "China, Central Asia Vow to Build a Closer Community with a Shared Future at Milestone Xi'an Summit"

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  • In expounding on how to build a China-Central Asia community with a shared future, President Xi stressed the need for mutual support, common development, and upholding universal security and everlasting friendship.
  • A month later, in Indonesia, he proposed the building of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road.
  • China's trade with the five countries reached $70 billion in 2022, up by over 100 times since diplomatic ties were established.
  • As of the end of March, China's direct investment stock in Central Asia stood at over $15 billion, according to the Chinese Ministry of Commerce.