Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management

LAC ambassadors gather at Tsinghua University to discuss Chinese modernization

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Over 30 Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) ambassadors and representatives gathered at Tsinghua University on April 28 to discuss high-quality development and the Chinese path to modernization, with the goal of fostering more students with a global outlook and enhanced competencies.

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  • Over 30 Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) ambassadors and representatives gathered at Tsinghua University on April 28 to discuss high-quality development and the Chinese path to modernization, with the goal of fostering more students with a global outlook and enhanced competencies.
  • The university is also actively exploring a talent cultivation model that takes root in China and draws on Chinese and foreign experience.
  • Wang noted that Tsinghua University values the importance of cooperation with trustworthy global partners, as demonstrated by its long-standing friendship with embassies and institutions of LAC countries.
  • Wang Hongwei, vice president of Tsinghua University, concluded the event by citing an ancient Chinese poem, "A bosom friend afar brings a distant land near."

GAMF Annual Conference 2023 Draws To A Successful Close

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

BEIJING, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 18-19, 2023, the Global Asset Management Forum (GAMF), held its 2023 Annual Conference in Beijing, China.

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  • BEIJING, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 18-19, 2023, the Global Asset Management Forum (GAMF), held its 2023 Annual Conference in Beijing, China.
  • The GAMF is a non-governmental global think tank initiated as a response to the deepening high-level opening-up of China.
  • The GAMF plans for the future include continuing their open-door annual conferences, thematic forums and closed-door seminars every year.
  • It is also planning social activities, such as exchange visits, tours, luncheons, dinner parties, and informal meetings to facilitate collaboration among GAMF members.

Zai Lab Appoints Michel Vounatsos To Its Board of Directors

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Monday, January 9, 2023

SHANGHAI and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zai Lab Limited (NASDAQ: ZLAB; HKEX: 9688) today announced that Michel Vounatsos has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective January 7, 2023.

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  • SHANGHAI and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zai Lab Limited (NASDAQ: ZLAB; HKEX: 9688) today announced that Michel Vounatsos has been appointed to its Board of Directors, effective January 7, 2023.
  • Mr. Vounatsos brings to the Board extensive global leadership and management experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, including more than 25 years of service at leading companies.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Michel Vounatsos to the Zai Lab Board of Directors,” said Dr. Samantha Du, Founder, Chairperson, and CEO of Zai Lab.
  • In particular, his deep development and commercial experience in neuroscience will significantly benefit the Company as we continue to enhance our expertise in this key therapeutic area.”
    “I’m thrilled to be joining the Zai Lab Board of Directors at such a pivotal time in the company’s growth,” said Michel Vounatsos.

Introducing the Man Behind KingsArts: Dr. Raymond Wong Launches New Contemporary Art Platform

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

HONG KONG, July 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to empower both contemporary artists and art collectors on a global scale, Dr. Raymond Wong has launched KingArts, a contemporary art trading platform.

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  • HONG KONG, July 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an effort to empower both contemporary artists and art collectors on a global scale, Dr. Raymond Wong has launched KingArts, a contemporary art trading platform.
  • A man of vision, Dr. Wong aims to bring Chinese history and culture to the forefront of the contemporary art world by showcasing unique pieces of work that have interesting stories and history behind them.
  • To learn more about the KingArts platform and for more information on Dr. Raymond Wong's illustrious career, please visit http://kingsarts.com/#/ .
  • We build a transparent and innovative business model for all parties, including artists, art investors, and art collectors.

KingsArts Introduces New Platform, Brings USA Easy Access to Thousands of the Best Chinese Contemporary Art Pieces

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Friday, June 17, 2022

HONG KONG, June 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KingsArts is setting a new standard for the Chinese Contemporary Art Market, breaking the iceberg to allow people to easily find thousands of great Chinese contemporary artworks.

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  • HONG KONG, June 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KingsArts is setting a new standard for the Chinese Contemporary Art Market, breaking the iceberg to allow people to easily find thousands of great Chinese contemporary artworks.
  • Through its unique Triangle Promotion Engine, contemporary art trading platform KingsArts aims to offer strategic promotion through online and offline marketing advancement services targeting U.S. markets.
  • It also promotes quality art and cultural education for collectors interested in learning more about contemporary Chinese art.
  • This has made it difficult for artists and collectors to respectively produce and secure the true value of contemporary art.

Everbright Environment Tops Brand Value Ranking for China's Listed Environmental Protection Companies

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

The brand value ranking of the listed companies in China's environmental protection industry was also revealed in the Blue Book.

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  • The brand value ranking of the listed companies in China's environmental protection industry was also revealed in the Blue Book.
  • China Everbright Environment Group Limited ("Everbright Environment" or the "Company") (SEHK: 257) topped the list with a brand value of RMB14.622 billion - the only listed environmental protection company with a brand value of over RMB10 billion.
  • Everbright Environment is a leading enterprise in China's environmental industry and the first one-stop integrated environmental solution provider in China.
  • China Everbright Environment Group Limited ("Everbright Environment") is a backbone enterprise of China Everbright Group Ltd. Everbright Environment is listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited ("HKEX") (257.HK).

First High-School Education Group Announces Appointment of Independent Director

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Upon the effectiveness of Ms. Zhou's appointment, the Board will consist of six directors, including three independent directors.

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  • Upon the effectiveness of Ms. Zhou's appointment, the Board will consist of six directors, including three independent directors.
  • Ms. Zhou previously served as the director of Beihang Master of Business Administration (MBA) Education Center and deputy dean at the School of Economics and Management, Beihang University.
  • First High-School Education Group is an education service provider primarily focusing on high schools in Western China.
  • The Company aspires to become a leader and innovator of private high school education in China, with the focuses on a comprehensive education management integrating education information consulting, education research project development, education talent management, education technology management, education service management, and general vocational integration development services.

Charles Huang Foundation Makes Record-Breaking US$40 Million Donation to His Alma Mater, Wuhan University

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

This philanthropic gift is the single-largest personal donation ever received by Wuhan University.

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  • This philanthropic gift is the single-largest personal donation ever received by Wuhan University.
  • Together with the US$70 million landmark grant given by CHF to the University of Strathclyde in the UK in September, Dr Huang has donated a total of US$110 million to his two alma maters through his philanthropic foundation this year.
  • The donation was formally made at a virtual signing ceremony held between Wuhan University campus in China and the Foundation headquarters in Pasadena, California, earlier today.
  • "As his alma mater, we are very proud that Wuhan University helped to cultivate such a global visionary entrepreneur like Dr Huang.

Charles Huang Foundation Makes Record-Breaking US$40 Million Donation to His Alma Mater, Wuhan University

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

This philanthropic gift is the single-largest personal donation ever received by Wuhan University.

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  • This philanthropic gift is the single-largest personal donation ever received by Wuhan University.
  • Together with the US$70 million landmark grant given by CHF to the University of Strathclyde in the UK in September, Dr Huang has donated a total of US$110 million to his two alma maters through his philanthropic foundation this year.
  • Dr Charles Huang, Founder and Chairman of Charles Huang Foundation (Right), and Professor Dou Xiankang, President of Wuhan University (Left), jointly signed the unprecedented grant agreement
    The donation was formally made at a virtual signing ceremony held between Wuhan University campus in China and the Foundation headquarters in Pasadena, California, earlier today.
  • "As his alma mater, we are very proud that Wuhan University helped to cultivate such a global visionary entrepreneur like Dr Huang.

Erika James Elected to Morgan Stanley Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Erika James has been elected to the Companys Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2022.

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  • Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Erika James has been elected to the Companys Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2022.
  • James Gorman, Chairman and CEO of Morgan Stanley, said, I am very pleased to welcome Dean James to our Board.
  • Ray Wilkins, Chair of the Boards Nominating and Governance Committee, said, We warmly welcome Dean James as she joins our Board.
  • Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services.