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Malaysian Reserve
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
China's Screen Lights Up for the World as 2025 SCO Film Festival Kicks off in Chongqing
CHONGQING, China, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from iChongqing – The 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Film Festival opened on Wednesday night at Yongchuan Technology Studio, marking China's return as host after seven years. More than 1,500 delegates and filmmakers from SCO countries gathered to celebrate cinema's power to bridge cultures and inspire new stories. Bridging Cultures and Innovation With the theme 'Technology & Film • Charm of the SCO,' this year's festival spotlights both cinematic achievements and technological innovation among SCO member states. As the largest regional organization by area and population, the SCO brings together a rich cultural landscape, making the festival a key platform for cross-cultural dialogue. Ten prominent Chinese actors—including Yan Ni, Elaine Zhong, and Victoria Song—served as 'Ambassadors of Light and Shadow,' presenting 48 outstanding films from SCO nations. During the ceremony, camellia flowers, a symbol of Chongqing, were given to visiting filmmakers. The festival opened with the film 'Bazaar Celebration,' set in Kashgar. Director and actor Abdukerim Abliz highlighted the universal themes of love, family, and community. Along with 'Endless Journey,' 'Bazaar Celebration' will compete for this year's Golden Camellia Award, representing Chinese cinema. Reflections from Celebrated Actors Promotional ambassador Zhang Ziyi looked back on filming 'House of Flying Daggers' in Yongchuan, calling it a career milestone. She praised the growth of Chinese cinema and its openness to global collaboration. Karry Wang, the youth ambassador of SCO Film Festival 2025 and Chongqing native, expressed pride in his hometown hosting filmmakers from around the world. Actor Hu Jun shared his experience working on the China–Kazakhstan film 'The Composer,' a tale of friendship across borders. The event also honored 94-year-old film translator Dai Guangxi for his lifelong dedication to bringing SCO films to Chinese audiences. A Celebration of Art and Unity The opening ceremony featured performances by over a hundred artists from SCO countries, including a joint Chinese-Kazakh rendition of the piano concerto 'Yellow River.' Russian singer Nyusha made her China debut, and leading Chinese singers performed beloved movie themes. The evening closed with orchestral and ballet pieces, folk dances, and a moving chorus of 'Auld Lang Syne,' celebrating the unifying power of art. Bringing together films, perspectives, and creative partnerships, the festival highlights the technological and cultural vibrancy of the SCO, once again connecting Chongqing—and China's screen—to the world. For more, please visit
Malaysian Reserve
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
Shinning in the Lion City: Intangible Cultural Heritage Markets and Artistic Masterpieces Made a Brilliant Appearance at the "Chongqing Week in Singapore"
SINGAPORE, June 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from iChongqing: To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore and the 10th anniversary of the implementation of China–Singapore (Chongqing) Strategic Interconnection Demonstration Project, the 'Chongqing Week in Singapore' was held at Ngee Ann City on Orchard Road in Singapore from June 11th to 13th, 2025. Through activities such as intangible cultural heritage creative markets and artistic performances, Chongqing showcased the unique charm of 'A City of Mountains and Rivers, A Land of Beauty' , creating a splendid sight for the 'Chongqing Week in Singapore'. Erhu+Guqin+Miao dance, presenting the diverse cultural charm of Ba-Yu region It was kicked off by the national first-class performer Liu Guangyu's Erhu solo performance 'Horse Racing' and the Miao ethnic dance 'Miao Village Waiting for You'. 'Horse Racing' presented a vivid and passionate scene of horse racing with a majestic momentum, intense atmosphere and unrestrained melody, while 'Miao Village Waiting for You' pictured the Miao ethnic culture through the dance of silver jewelry. Subsequently, the guqin solo piece 'Feigned Drunkenness' weaved together the thousand-year cultural heritage of Chongqing with its melodious sound, taking everyone on a journey through time to experience the cultural essence of Ba-Yu region. Intangible cultural heritage exhibition and display+interactive experience, immersing in the thousand-year Ba-Yu culture The municipal-level intangible cultural heritage inheritor created a portrait paper-cutting on the spot for Yang Qing, the wife of the Chinese Ambassador to Singapore. 'The Ba-Yu Intangible Cultural Heritage Creative Market' became the focus. It consisted of three sections: 'Han Style Legacy'-Exhibition of Han Dynasty Paintings, 'Mountain City Craftsmanship'-Exhibition of Chongqing Intangible Cultural Heritage, 'Tea and the World'. The exhibition showcased four major categories: intangible cultural heritage creative products, creative accessories, clothing and tools, including 185 subcategories and 468 items. The exhibition area was organized along the axis of 'cultural tourism integration, combining the past and the present', which perfectly integrated the profound history of Chongqing's cultural relics and museums, the traditional essence of intangible cultural heritage, and the innovative concepts of modern cultural creation. Through the displayed items, the unique visual style, the lively atmosphere, and the rich interactive experience, the new vitality of ancient craftsmanship in modern life was presented, stimulating the enthusiasm of tourists visiting Chongqing. After experiencing the production of Rongchang pottery, Ms. Marian from Nanyang Technological University said excitedly: 'The feeling of touching the culture with my own hands is truly special. It makes me yearn for Chongqing even more.'
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
2025 Land-Sea Economic Forum Drives China-ASEAN Industrial Cooperation
SINGAPORE, June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from iChongqing: The 2025 Land-Sea Economic Forum was held on June 12 in Singapore, drawing nearly 200 participants from political, business, and academic sectors both in China and abroad. Themed "Connectivity for Shared Success: Trends and Visions for Chinese Industries Expanding into Southeast Asia," the forum gathered Chinese and international guests in Singapore to explore new opportunities for Chinese industries expanding into the region, and to promote coordinated regional economic development. The smooth development of ASEAN-China relations is largely due to ASEAN's effective functioning as a regional organization, said Kishore Mahbubani, a Distinguished Fellow of the Asia Research Institute at NUS and a Former Permanent Representative of Singapore to the United Nations, in his keynote speech. He noted regional cooperation requires working with all neighbors. China's direct investment in ASEAN has doubled since the pandemic, and ASEAN has also become an important source of foreign investment for China. However, China's investment in ASEAN still accounts for less than 10%, indicating significant growth potential, according to He Dong, Chief Economist at the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO). Guan Xin, Vice President of Changan Auto Southeast Asia Co., Ltd., shared in his keynote address that in May 2025, Changan's first overseas new energy vehicle manufacturing base officially began operations in Rayong, Thailand. Changan has also established over 190 stores and partnered with more than 200 suppliers across Southeast Asia, creating over 300,000 jobs along the industrial chain and employing more than 1,100 staff, 87% of whom are local employees. During the forum, China Securities released the report "A New Era of Industrial Revolution and Regional Integration: Southeast Asia Investment Report 2025," highlighting that there is broad room for cooperation between China and ASEAN in areas such as digitalization, manufacturing, and services, with Singapore and Chongqing serving as representative models of this partnership. At the forum, representatives from MINISO, Tencent, Ant International, Malaysian Investment Development Authority, the Asian Development Bank, and the Singapore Exchange shared firsthand insights on going global. In roundtable sessions, they highlighted how AI is reshaping cross-border e-commerce, how Chinese cultural exports are gaining traction in ASEAN markets, and how financial services are strengthening China-Singapore connectivity and regional expansion. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE iChongqing Sign in to access your portfolio
Malaysian Reserve
23-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Enterprises from 39 Countries Join WCIFIT, with Thailand, Hong Kong, and Sichuan in the Spotlight
CHONGQING, China, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from iChongqing: Over 1,300 enterprises from 39 countries and regions gathered in Chongqing on May 22 for the 7th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT), highlighting rising global interest in the region's economic potential. The event drew participants from 28 Chinese provinces and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, showcasing the latest in trade and innovation. The fair also featured the debut of Lingjie, the world's first megawatt-class supercharging heavy-duty truck, co-developed by Qingling Motors and Huawei Digital Power. With ultra-fast charging and smart connectivity, it marks a major step forward in green logistics and heavy-duty transport electrification. Centered around the theme 'New Western China, New Manufacturing, New Services,' this year's fair highlights cultivating new quality productive forces and promoting high-quality development. 56 Chinese central state-owned enterprises, 156 local state-owned enterprises, 47 Fortune Global 500 companies, 93 multinational corporations, and 286 leading private enterprises participated. Thailand is participating as the guest country of honor, Sichuan Province continues its role as the permanent guest province, and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region joins as the new guest city of honor. Dr. Lalivan Karnchanachari, Vice Minister to Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, highlighted the significance of this year marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Thailand. She expressed hopes for deeper cooperation with Chongqing in high value-added manufacturing, supply chains, and SME development. At the opening ceremony, a series of major investment deals were signed, with the total amount exceeding 200 billion yuan (about 27.6 billion USD). Districts and counties across Chongqing secured agreements worth over 100 billion yuan, with more than 75% of the investment directed toward the manufacturing and modern services sectors. Showcasing both exhibitions and themed activities, this year's WCIFIT exhibition spans three major sections—comprehensive image, international and regional cooperation, and modern industry—covering nine halls across 110,000 square meters. A virtual exhibition hall has also been launched to extend access online. Themed activities include 29 events focused on key areas such as the productive service industry, foreign investment, international trade, public sector engagement, and special programs hosted by the guest of honor.
