Day: December 15, 2022

GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — “We have a stereotype that there are only sand, oil, and camels in Arab countries. But having settled in Saudi Arabia, we found that there are huge opportunities here for downstream industrial development. It will be of mutual benefit if China and Arab countries further cooperate,” said Li Zhe, CEO & Board Director of Saudi Silk Road Industrial Service (SSRIS).

Five priority areas were highlighted for cooperation in the next three to five years at the first China-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit on December 9, that is, energy, finance and investment, innovation and new technologies, aerospace, as well as language and culture. In the meantime, SSRIS held an investment conference, during which 7 cooperative projects were signed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with a total investment of more than 1 billion USD.

Joint platform connects Chinese manufacturers with Arabian raw material providers 

Li introduced that the SSRIS is a joint company invested by a state-owned company of the Guangzhou Development District. Established in 2019, the company has been dedicated to pushing forward business cooperation between China and Arab countries.

“The company is registered in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, under the support of the Chinese and Saudi governments. The Chinese party holds a 60 percent equity interest, and each Saudi party holds a 20 percent equity interest, which enables us to connect with the local enterprises and provide companies with investment services,” Li elaborated.

Shengong Saudi Project is one of the 7 projects signed at the SSRIS conference. It promotes further cooperation between Shengong New Materials (Guangzhou), a Guangzhou Development District-based enterprise, and Saudi Aramco Development Company.

Gui Feng, Chairman of Shengong New Materials (Guangzhou) and Director of Shengong Saudi Project introduced that Shengong set up new material modification and LED Lighting manufacturing factories in Saudi and produced new materials for China market, taking advantage of the abundant petrochemical resources in Saudi and advanced manufacture technology from China’s Guangdong.

“We ship products back to China, some of which are for sale while others are for further processing into auto parts, LED lighting products, and waterproof construction materials in our factory in Guangzhou. We sell the finished products in the Middle East and Europe,” said Gui.

“Our project has received positive market feedback and currently we are still devoted to expanding the production and improving product quality thanks to the services of SSRIS and the support of Guangzhou Development District.”

China-Arab cooperation upgrades industrial chains of two sides

The successful implementation of the first and second phrase of the Shengong Saudi Project gave Gui confidence for further investment. The company signed new contracts to expand its business scope on Dec 5.

According to Gui, the total investment of the Shengong Saudi Project is about 892 million USD, and the annual output value after completion is about 2.209 billion USD, which is expected to create 10 thousand jobs.

In addition to the Shengong Saudi Project, a total of 7 China-Saudi Arabia cooperative projects were signed on Dec 5 in Riyadh, covering automobile manufacturing, new materials, intelligent equipment, and food, with a total investment of over 1 billion USD.

Xiao Yingyue, Chief Economist of the Development and Reform Bureau of Guangzhou Development District, said that these projects can facilitate the upgrade of local industries in Saudi Arabia, promote economic interaction and employment, and present a good model of win-win cooperation.

Xiao highlighted that Arab countries have had a very large market demand for electric vehicles, renewable energy, smart devices, and household appliances in recent years. “More and more Chinese enterprises have shown interest in investing business in Arab countries.”

“The Arab countries have well-developed energy industries covering petrochemical, mining, steel, and construction materials. However, they lack development of such industries as household appliances, high-end intelligent equipment, and automobile which have achieved significant breakthroughs in China,” said Li.

According to the Administrative Committee of the Guangzhou Development District, they have established a cooperative platform to connect with Saudi Arabia during the Covid-19 pandemic, which provides enterprises with partner matching, project negotiation as well as policy consultation services.

“Now that China has adjusted its COVID-19 response to facilitate the orderly recovery of normal life and production, some of my Arabian business partners plan to visit China and seek more cooperation opportunities in the near future. I’m confident that our business with Arab countries will see further development,” said Gui.

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New Counter-depth French-Door Fridge Boasts Mirror InstaView Panel,
Large Capacity and Four Types of Ice

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) is set to unveil the new LG InstaView French-Door refrigerator at CES 2023. Helping users create a more stylish kitchen that sits flush with the cabinetry and enjoy an upgraded culinary life, the new counter-depth model offers large capacity and a simple yet elegant built-in design featuring a mirror InstaView panel and unobtrusive pocket handles. It also provides four different types of ice and keeps food fresh for longer with LG’s advanced freshness technologies.

The company’s new, 25.5-cubic feet counter-depth refrigerator offers a generous capacity, despite a nine percent reduction in depth compared to a conventional French-Door model.^[1] To increase internal storage space, LG redesigned several of the fridge’s core components – slimming-down the cold air duct and the evaporator, while also reducing thickness by applying enhanced insulation. Although its expansive interior provides 25 percent more room for storing food and drinks than LG’s previous counter-depth models,^[2] the new French-Door can still help to save space in the kitchen thanks to its smaller footprint.

The new model also brings a simple yet sophisticated aesthetic to the kitchen courtesy of LG’s unique mirror-InstaView panel and flat door design. Bordered in sleek stainless steel, the mirror-coated glass of the seamless InstaView panel covers almost the entire right-hand door of the refrigerator. Just by knocking twice on the panel, users can check inside without having to open the door – a time-saving convenience that prevents cold air from escaping and energy from being wasted. The subtle, minimalist beauty and clean, modern lines of LG’s latest InstaView are further enhanced by the discrete pocket handles applied to the fridge’s ‘flat’ doors.

Additionally, the new French-Door refrigerator can create four different types of ice: cubed ice, crushed ice, LG’s exclusive, slow-melting round Craft Ice, and the new mini cubed ice. Helping to keep drinks refreshingly cool, LG’s mini cubed ice makes a great addition to juices, sodas or cocktails. With four frozen choices at their disposal, users can select whichever style of ice best suits their need, their drink, or the occasion.

Featuring LG’s cutting-edge technologies, the new fridge seals in the freshness of ingredients for longer and helps maintain the hygiene of the built-in water dispenser. The company’s exclusive LinearCooling technology reduces temperature fluctuations, enabling the fridge to preserve food at peak freshness for up to seven days.^[3] Meanwhile, DoorCooling+ works faster than a conventional cooling system^[4] to help keep food fresher – and beverages colder – on every shelf. On top of that, LG’s UVnano tech maintains the cleanliness of the fridge’s water dispenser, reducing the presence of bacteria on the dispenser’s nozzle by 99.99 percent.^[5]

“LG’s new InstaView French-Door refrigerator makes a superb, stylish addition to any modern kitchen, offering consumers the ultimate in convenience, design and food freshness,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “We will continue to deliver outstanding customer value and experiences with innovative home solutions leveraging elegant, functional design and our advanced technologies.”

LG will be showcasing its latest home appliances, including the new InstaView French-Door refrigerator, at its exhibition booth (#15501, Las Vegas Convention Center) at CES 2023 in Las Vegas from January 5-8.

^[1] LG standard-depth model LFXS26596S.
^[2] Based on an internal study utilizing average cans to quantify available storage space, conducted in March 2022, comparing LG models LRFVC2406S and LRFOC2606S.
^[3] LinearCooling sends cool air throughout the refrigerator compartment more frequently than a conventional cooling system, helping maintain a smaller temperature fluctuation range of ±0.5 degrees Celsius. Based on TÜV Rheinland test results using LG’s internal test method, measuring the time it took to achieve a 5 percent weight loss rate for pak choi on the shelf in the fresh produce compartment of the LG LinearCooling model GSXV91NSAE. Results may vary depending on the actual usage environment.
^[4] Tested by TÜV Rheinland using LG’s internal testing method, comparing the time of the temperature of the water container placed in the top basket to drop between DoorCooling+ and non-DoorCooling+ models.
^[5] Tested by TÜV Rheinland using LG’s internal testing method, measuring the reduction of a bacteria solution (Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) in distilled water samples after exposure to the product’s UV LED for 10 minutes each hour, after a total of 24 hours in normal household use. Results may vary depending on the actual usage environment.

About LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company

The LG Home Appliance & Air Solution Company is a global leader in home appliances, smart home solutions, air solutions as well as visionary products featuring LG ThinQ AI. The company is creating various solutions with its industry leading core technologies and is committed to making life better and healthier for consumers by developing thoughtfully designed kitchen appliances, living appliances, HVAC and air purification solutions. Together, these products deliver enhanced convenience, superb performance, efficient operation and compelling health benefits. For more news on LG, visit www.LGnewsroom.com.

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Models Evoke Mineral Sparkle with Metal Bezels

TOKYO, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of the newest additions to its series of shock-resistant G-SHOCK watches designed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the G-SHOCK brand and its never-ending pursuit of toughness. The six Adventurer’s Stone models are inspired by stones that adventurers have long used to navigate.

Since the launch of the very first G-SHOCK, the DW-5000C, the brand has continually evolved not only in shock resistance, but in functionality and exterior design, as well.

The 40th anniversary Adventurer’s Stone shock-resistant models are inspired by the stones^*1 known to adventurers as useful compasses since the Middle Ages. The G-SHOCK brand concept of continuous innovation inspires people to take on new challenges, and the design of this line is based on the value that these stones have always had to people seeking adventure.
^{*1 During voyages, the stones’ light-refracting properties, even on cloudy days, were used as a compass to determine the position of the sun.}

The watches’ metal bezels are forged and textured^*2 to reproduce the rough feel of stone. The textured surface is also honed, while the top and sides are treated with hairline and mirror finishes, bringing out a crystalline beauty. Each inspired by a different type of stone, the bezel is treated with one of many different colorful ion platings to reproduce the look of that particular mineral and the unique way it shines depending on the light and cross section of the stone. Each model’s band is designed to complement the bezel.
^{*2 The GM-S5640GEM bezel is left untextured.}

As befits an anniversary model, the anniversary logo is engraved on the case back, there are four stars for 40 on the band loop, and the phrase “SINCE 1983” appears on the dial.

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Les modèles à lunettes métalliques évoquent un éclat minéral

TOKYO, 15 décembre 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. a annoncé aujourd’hui la sortie de nouveautés dans sa série de montres G-SHOCK résistantes aux chocs à l’occasion du 40e anniversaire de la marque G-SHOCK et en hommage à sa quête continue de solidité. Les six modèles Adventurer’s Stone s’inspirent des pierres que les aventuriers ont longtemps utilisées pour naviguer.

Depuis le lancement de la toute première G-SHOCK, la DW-5000C, la marque n’a cessé d’évoluer non seulement en matière de résistance aux chocs, mais aussi du point de vue de la fonctionnalité et de l’aspect extérieur.

Les modèles résistants aux chocs Adventurer’s Stone du 40e anniversaire s’inspirent des pierres^*1 connues comme de précieuses boussoles par les aventuriers depuis le Moyen Âge. Le concept d’innovation continue de la marque G-SHOCK inspire les gens à relever de nouveaux défis, et la conception de cette ligne repose sur la valeur que ces pierres ont toujours eu pour les gens en quête d’aventure.
^{*1 Pendant les voyages, les propriétés de réfraction de la lumière des pierres, même par temps nuageux, ont servi de boussole pour déterminer la position du soleil.}

Les lunettes métalliques des montres sont forgées et texturées^*2 pour reproduire la sensation rugueuse de la pierre. La surface texturée est également aiguisée, tandis que le dessus et les côtés sont traités avec des finitions fines et brillantes qui font ressortir une beauté cristalline. Chaque modèle est inspiré par un type de pierre différent, la lunette est traitée avec l’un des nombreux différents placages ioniques colorés pour reproduire l’apparence spécifique du minéral et la façon unique dont il brille selon la luminosité et la coupe transversale de la pierre. Le bracelet de chaque modèle est assorti à sa lunette.
^{*2 La lunette GM-S5640GEM n’est pas sortie.}

Comme il convient à un modèle anniversaire, le logo anniversaire est gravé à l’arrière du boîtier, il y a quatre étoiles pour signifier les 40 années sur la boucle du bracelet, et la phrase « SINCE1983 » apparaît sur le cadran.

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الموديلات تستحضر التألق المعدني مع حواف معدنية

طوكيو ، 15 ديسمبر 2022 /PRNewswire/ —  أعلنت شركة Casio Computer Co.، Ltd . اليوم عن إطلاق أحدث الإضافات إلى سلسلة ساعات يد G-SHOCK المقاومة للصدمات والمصممة للاحتفال بالذكرى الأربعين لعلامة G-SHOCK التجارية والسعي الذي لا ينتهي للصلابة. تُستوحى موديلات حجر المغامر الستة من الأحجار التي استخدمها المغامرون لفترة طويلة للتنقل.

منذ إطلاق أول ساعات G-SHOCK ، DW-5000C ، تطورت العلامة التجارية باستمرار ليس فقط في مقاومة الصدمات، ولكن في الوظائف والتصميم الخارجي أيضًا.

تستلهم نماذج مقاومة الصدمات الحجرية للذكرى الأربعين من الأحجار*1 المعروفة لدى المغامرين بأنها بوصلات مفيدة منذ العصور الوسطى. إن مفهوم الابتكار المستمر للعلامة التجارية G-SHOCK يلهم الناس لتحمل تحديات جديدة، ويستند تصميم هذا الخط إلى القيمة التي لطالما كانت لهذه الأحجار للأشخاص الذين يسعون إلى المغامرة.
^{*1 خلال الرحلات، تم استخدام خصائص انكسار الضوء للحجارة، حتى في الأيام الغائمة، كبوصلة لتحديد موضع الشمس.}

تم تشكيل الحواف المعدنية للساعات وتشكيلها ^*2 لتكرار الشعور الخشن بالحجر. كما يتم شحذ السطح الملمس، في حين يتم التعامل مع الجزء العلوي والجوانب مع تشطيبات الشعر والمرآة، مما يبرز جمالًا متبلورًا. كل واحد مستوحى من نوع مختلف من الحجر، يتم التعامل مع الإطار مع واحد من العديد من الطلاءات الأيونية الملونة المختلفة لتكرار مظهر هذا المعدن الخاص والطريقة الفريدة التي يلمع بها اعتمادًا على الضوء والمقطع العرضي للحجر. تم تصميم سوار كل طراز ليكمل الإطار.
^{*2 تُرك الإطار GM-S5640GEM  دون تطابق.}

وكما هو مناسب لنموذج الذكرى السنوية، فإن شعار الذكرى السنوية محفور على ظهر الحقيبة، وهناك أربعة نجوم مقابل 40 على حلقة النطاق الترددي، وتظهر عبارة “منذ عام 1983” على القرص.

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