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Lao Gin wins top contemporary gin trophy at 2026 IWSC
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Lao Gin, made in a small Vientiane distillery and launched in late 2023, won the Trophy for Best Contemporary Gin at the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition in London.
Five China TPU PPF companies highlighted in 2026 industry review
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A China-focused 2026 review spotlights five registered companies tied to the TPU paint protection film supply chain, led by Haian Ho Chi Technology in Jiangsu.
Kevin Ebel launches site for travel and entrepreneurship content
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Kevin Ebel has launched kevinebel.me as a central hub for his travel coverage and business updates, pulling together his creator presence across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. The site highlights travel in 12 countries, early audience growth data…
Lux Travel DMC sees rising demand for Vietnam-Cambodia-Laos trips
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Lux Travel DMC says more travelers are asking for private, three-week itineraries that link Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos without feeling rushed.
Qingdao Decent Group completes fire-assay lab project in Laos
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Qingdao Decent Group has finished a turnkey mineral laboratory for a cooperative mining project in Laos, delivering a fully operational fire-assay lab on site.
Eastin Hotel Vientiane becomes Laos’ first Green Globe certified hotel
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Eastin Hotel Vientiane has become the first hotel in Laos to earn Green Globe certification, marking a new sustainability milestone for the country’s hospitality sector.
WorldSkills Shanghai spotlights vocational training and global skills cooperation
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The 48th WorldSkills Competition wrapped up in Shanghai with 1,385 young competitors from 68 countries and regions, drawing praise for turning vocational training into a global stage.
OMEGA opens in Thailand Oct. 29 through M NEXT
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Baby Monster Media’s 2026 creature feature OMEGA will debut in Thai theaters on Oct. 29, distributed locally by M NEXT and listed by Major Cineplex.
Qingong expands Sinotruk distribution reach across Africa and Southeast Asia
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JINAN QINGONG INTERNATIONAL TRADE CO.,LTD. says its Sinotruk-focused network now spans Jinan plus subsidiaries in Tanzania, Indonesia, Zambia and Laos, aimed at matching trucks to local operating conditions and compliance needs.
Jacada Travel adds 39 impact-focused experiences
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Jacada Travel has expanded its Positive Impact Collection with 39 new experiences built around conservation, community resilience and cultural preservation.
Seoul Labs builds SuperWallet HACS to connect digital identity and alternative credit
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Seoul Labs is developing SuperWallet HACS, a mobile platform that pairs verifiable digital identity with AI-based alternative credit scoring in one workflow.
Alcoholic beverages market seen hitting $2.86 trillion by 2035
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The global alcoholic beverages market is projected to grow from $1.96 trillion in 2025 to $2.86 trillion by 2035, led by premiumization, ready-to-drink products, off-trade channels and emerging markets.
Five SINOTRUK distributors to watch in 2026
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A review of five documented SINOTRUK first-tier distributors and authorized partners highlights how China-based export capacity and in-market service coverage shape buying decisions across Africa.
QDL pitches high-performance DTH bits as lower-cost option over time
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Qideli (QDL) is promoting its DTH bit factory output as a more reliable alternative to standard drilling tools, citing longer service life, lower downtime and better efficiency in mining and infrastructure work.
Five Chinese gold plated jewelry firms profiled in 2026 sector assessment
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A 2026 assessment of China’s gold plated jewelry sector highlights five companies spanning contract manufacturing, mass retail and heritage brands.
Graphion Energy Solutions teams with Manny Pacquiao on ASEAN clean mobility push
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Graphion Energy Solutions has formed a strategic partnership with Manny Pacquiao and Manny Pacquiao Ventures to expand electric vehicle conversions, solar charging, microgrids and local manufacturing across Southeast Asia. The deal gives Pacquiao…
Five China-based HOWO dump truck exporters to watch in 2026
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Chinese trading companies are positioning themselves to meet rising global demand for SINOTRUK HOWO dump trucks across Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South America.
Comin Asia, Nokia team up on sovereign AI data centre buildout in Southeast Asia
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Comin Asia and Nokia have formed a partnership to design and deploy AI-ready data centre infrastructure across Southeast Asia, starting with Cambodia and Laos. The effort targets rising demand for secure, sovereign and scalable AI infrastructure…
Momcozy wins Best Mother & Baby Care Brand SEA 2026
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Momcozy has been named Best Mother & Baby Care Brand SEA 2026 by World Business Outlook, underscoring the brand’s growing position in Southeast Asia’s mother-and-baby market.
Five Chinese geomembrane makers highlighted for 2026 project demand
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A 2026 market overview spotlights five Chinese geomembrane manufacturers supplying mining, aquaculture, water containment and environmental projects.
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