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BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 August 2025 – This year marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Xizang Autonomous Region. With an average elevation of over 4,000 meters, this region was once described as “the limit of human survival.” Yet on the “roof of the world,” China carved three “Sky Roads” that reshaped the destiny of this land. In ancient times, Xizang had only mule and yak trails, with no highways at all. From 1950 to 1954, the Sichuan-Xizang Highway and the Qinghai-Xizang Highway were built, ending Xizang’s millennia-long isolation. Stretching over 4,300 kilometers in total, the two “Sky Roads” were hailed as “golden bridges that bring happiness.” With the construction of the Qinghai-Xizang, Sichuan-Xizang, and Ngari power transmission lines, Xizang made a historic shift in electricity supply—from rationing to surplus. It not only transmits electricity outward, but also provides clean energy through the West-to-East Power Transmission program. Today, trunk railways crisscross Xizang, with bullet trains in operation. Highways link the region to the rest of the nation and extend all the way to its villages. All towns across Xizang now enjoy full 5G coverage. With its civil aviation system seamlessly integrated, an “Air Silk Road” has also taken shape. From highways to power lines, from networks to new pathways, a modernization roadmap for “the roof of the world” is unfolding. Hashtag: #SkyRoads The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 August 2025 – YTL Cement, in partnership with The Edge, successfully concluded its third annual sustainable construction symposium recently, bringing together over 200 industry leaders and players to explore the future of construction under the theme “Building Trends Redefined: The Next Level” which explored urban liveability, sustainable construction ambitions, and smart green technologies. (From left) Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) design principal Nicolas Medrano, Construction Research Institute of Malaysia senior manager of consultancy and inspection Mohd Khairolden Ghani, SOM senior associate principal Ian Ralph, YTL Cement Group general manager Lim Tze Liang, The Edge Media Group chief commercial officer Sharon Teh, Master Builders Association Malaysia president Oliver Wee, YTL Cement CEO Datuk Yeoh Soo Keng, Construction Industry Development Board CEO Zainora Zainal, Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association Malaysia president Datuk Ho Hon Sang, YTL Cement group managing director Datuk Seri Michael Yeoh, YTL Cement executive director Rachel Yeoh, The Edge Media Group publisher and group CEO Datuk Ho Kay Tat, YTL Cement executive director Michelle Yeoh, YTL Cement director Joshua Yeoh, Malaysian Institute of Architects deputy president Dexter Koh, Eastern Pretech Solutions CEO Lee Mun Sam, Sika Malaysia general manager Francisco Retondo, The Edge Malaysia editor-in-chief Kathy Fong, City & Country senior editor E Jacqui Chan and The Edge Media Group editor emeritus Au Foong Yee It opened with an address by Rachel Yeoh, Executive Director of YTL Cement who set the stage with a compelling vision for the future of construction, emphasising YTL Cement’s dedication to sustainability and innovation through the launch of Malaysia’s first repurposed concrete aggregate facility (RCA) in collaboration with the Construction Research Institute of Malaysia (CREAM), and the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB), which can potentially replace up to 30% of natural aggregates in concrete. She also highlighted how YTL Cement is committed to leveraging digital technologies to enhance its operational efficiencies and strengthening its industry partnerships with CREAM, the Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) and the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM), among others, to drive more sustainable practices within the industry. The event also featured 10 local and international speakers from the public and private sectors, across four deep dive sessions and two panel discussions. Topics covered included how cities can thrive with sustainable urban intelligence by Ian Ralph from global architecture and engineering firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); how to make sustainable construction a reality in Malaysia by Puan Zainora Zainal, the CEO of CIDB; how to design and create buildings that care for people, planet and performance by Nicolas Medrano, a design principal from SOM; and an overview on SustainBuild Mark, Malaysia’s first standardised industry certification for sustainable building materials by Ir. Ts. Dr Hj Mohd Khairolden Ghani, a representative of CREAM. A panel discussion on smart-driven green construction was also held between YTL Cement’s technical general manager Lim Tze Liang, Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (REHDA)’s president, Datuk Ho Hon Sang, and Master Builders Association of Malaysia (MBAM)’s president Oliver Wee. During the session, Lim detailed YTL Cement’s comprehensive sustainability efforts, such as the introduction of its ECO product range that are produced in its ISO-certified facilities, YTL Cement’s AI-driven kiln optimisation and groundbreaking R&D collaborations with CREAM and Malaysian universities, including the development of self-healing concrete with an 83% efficacy rate. Datuk Ho from REHDA emphasised the need for holistic green strategies for the benefit of the environment, industry, and nation while Oliver Wee of MBAM, discussed the challenges of legacy infrastructure and high initial investment costs for green transformation, calling for greater awareness and education for industry players. The symposium concluded with a fireside chat on rethinking building solutions and mindsets, between Damian Lusty the Head of Sustainability & Digitalisation at specialty chemicals company Sika, Ar. Dexter Koh the deputy president of PAM, and Lee Mun Sam, CEO of Eastern Pretech Solutions Sdn Bhd. Lee Mun Sam of Eastern Pretech shared his firm’s two-decade experience in prefabrication for Industrialised Building Systems (IBS), noting growing industry receptiveness towards sustainable materials despite cost concerns. He also highlighted recent industry innovations like hollow concrete and recycled by-products, which maintain quality while reducing carbon footprints. Beyond that, the panel discussed Malaysia’s middling progress in sustainability, and the need for collective action to get ahead. Dexter Koh highlighted the disconnect between various policies and how industry players need to be more collaborative moving forward, while Damian Lusty shared how government incentives like carbon taxes and collaborative design approaches are essential in balancing costs and sustainability. The panellists concluded that long-term value, not upfront expenses, must drive industry transformation. The Symposium served as a critical platform for dialogue and collaboration, underscoring a unified industry commitment to redefining Malaysia’s built environment. By bridging insights from developers, architects, engineers, and material suppliers, the event charted a clear path forward, balancing innovation, practicality and environmental stewardship with economic growth. Hashtag: #YTLCement #SustainableConstruction The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About YTL Cement Group YTL Cement Group is Malaysia’s homegrown integrated building solutions leader, with a growing global footprint across Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Dubai, and Finland. We deliver end-to-end solutions, from cement, concrete, drymix, aggregates, and precast concrete to prefabricated bathroom units, green technology, and environmental services, helping our customers to build better. For over 70 years, we have been a trusted partner in nation building, contributing to landmark projects in every market we serve. Guided by a customer-first mindset and driven by insights and innovation, we set the benchmark for quality, performance, and reliability. With sustainability at our core, we provide solutions that endure. Our ECO Product Range provides low-carbon alternatives, including ECOCem™ low-carbon cements, ECOConcrete™ with reduced embodied carbon, ECOSand™ as a sustainable substitute for natural sand, and ECODrymix™ eco-friendly pre-mixes, supporting the industry’s transition to a greener future.

Leveraging B2C and B2B Synergies to Capitalize on the Global K-Beauty Boom Results Highlights Revenue rose by 49.3% to US$243.93 million. Operating profit increased by 31.9% to US$18.68 million. Net profit grew by 26.7% to US$14.08 million. Business-to-Customer (B2C) YesStyle Platforms recorded revenue of US$164.86 million, up 31.7%, contributing 67.6% of the Group’s total revenue. Revenue of Business-to-Business (B2B) platform AsianBeautyWholesale surged by 110.9% to US$77.94 million, contributing 32.0% of the Group’s total revenue. With the launch of a new Korean distribution center and a second AMR warehouse in Hong Kong, the Group now boasts one of Asia’s most advanced e-commerce logistics networks HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 August 2025 – YesAsia Holdings Limited (“YesAsia Holdings”, and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) (02209.HK), a leading e-commerce platform operator recognized for its expertise in curating Asian beauty and lifestyle products, announced today its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the “Period”). The Group’s revenue rose by 49.3% to US$243.93 million, driven by its dual-engine strategy across the YesStyle Platforms and AsianBeautyWholesale (“ABW“), which together captured surging global demand for K-beauty products. Gross profit increased by 46.0% to US$73.26 million, and gross profit margin remained relatively stable at 30.0%. Operating profit also grew by 31.9% to US$18.68 million. Net profit for the Period surged more than a quarter to US$14.08 million, with a net profit margin of 5.8%. Basic earnings per share were US3.43 cents (1H2024: US2.80 cents). Extend market reach with an enhanced global logistics network To mitigate single-market exposure and capture opportunities arising from accelerating global crave for Asian beauty, geographic diversification remains a strategic priority of the Group. In the first half of 2025, while the US delivered a stable 12.9% revenue growth and remained the Group’s largest single-country market, the Europe and Associated Countries emerged as the fastest-growing region, with approximately 47.7% revenue growth, outpacing the US and contributing 38.5% of the Group’s total revenue for the Period. Latin America and the Middle East regions also demonstrated strong growth momentum, with revenue up by 181.0% and 85.6% year-on-year, respectively. To enhance accessibility in emerging markets, Polish was added to the Group’s multilingual interfaces in July 2025. Moreover, the Group continued to optimize its global logistics footprint to strengthen supply chain resilience and boost operational efficiency and flexibility. In April 2025, a new 147,000-square-foot distribution center commenced operations in Korea. This was followed in May 2025 by the launch of the Group’s second Autonomous Mobile Robotics (AMR) warehouse in Hong Kong, building on the proven track record of its first smart warehouse deployed in 2022. Together with facilities in the US, UK, and Germany, the network provides a rapid-response capability to support B2B expansion while enabling B2C platforms to seamlessly absorb order increase. Freight charges as a percentage of revenue reduced to 19.2% from 21.5% a year ago. Capitalizing on synchronized retail and wholesale development to propel the K-Beauty wave By aligning online commerce with offline distribution, the Group continues to create compounded value for its ecosystem partners. The B2B network improves product visibility, while the B2C platforms deliver localized, data-driven consumer experiences. Notably, ABW has successfully established distribution for K-Beauty products with 21 retailers across 17 international markets. These include prominent national chains such as Ulta, TJX, and Burlington in the US; Primark and Superdrug in the UK; OVS in Italy; Flaconi in Germany; Sally Beauty in Mexico; Pichara in Chile; and 7-Eleven in Thailand, among others. Supported by an agile supply chain and diverse product offerings, the Group’s big data analytics provide retail partners with actionable insights to optimize inventory, anticipate trends, and cater to shifting demand, giving them a competitive edge. Mr. Joshua Lau, Founder, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, said: “We continue to witness remarkable growth and rising popularity of K-Beauty across all our served markets, spanning both online and offline channels. By leveraging strong brand partnerships, a robust network of 400,000 influencers, and an advanced logistics infrastructure, we are powering dual growth engines in both B2C and B2B platforms. This unique positioning enables us to deliver exceptional value to our customers while gaining strategic advantages in this rapidly expanding industry. Amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties, we remain committed to prudent resource allocation and confident expansion into diverse countries and regions. Fueled by the global resonance of the K-Beauty wave and accelerated by rapid product innovation, we aim to create long-term value for both shareholders and stakeholders.” Hashtag: #YesAsiaHoldings The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About YesAsia Holdings Limited (02209.HK) Established in 1997, YesAsia Holdings is a leading e-commerce platform operator recognized for its expertise in identifying and procuring quality Asian beauty, fashion, lifestyle and entertainment products. Headquartered in Hong Kong, the Group deliver products promptly and efficiently to a global audience through its strong ties with over 400 leading Asian beauty brand and supplier partners. The Group operates three major e-commerce platforms: YesStyle, an e-commerce B2C platform for serving the increasingly popular Asian beauty, fashion and lifestyle products, particularly Korean beauty products; AsianBeautyWholesale, a B2B platform for Asian beauty products; and YesAsia, an e-commerce retail platform for entertainment products. YesAsia Holdings is a constituent of the MSCI Hong Kong Micro Cap Index. For more information, please visit the Group’s official website: https://www.yesasiaholdings.com/

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 August 2025 – VinWonders, a subsidiary of Vingroup, Vietnam’s largest private conglomerate and a driving force behind the nation’s economic and social development, has announced the full lineup for the 8Wonder super music festival, Moments of Wonder 2025. The reveal, which took place on the official 8Wonder fan page, sent social media into a frenzy with its impressive roster of global and local talent, reflecting Vingroup and VinWonders‘s immense scale and its role in redefining Vietnam’s position on the world stage. Headlining the festival are world-renowned artists DJ Snake, J Balvin, The Kid Laroi, and DPR Ian. They will be joined by celebrated Vietnamese stars Soobin and Hoa Minzy, along with two new, highly anticipated additions: tlinh and (S)TRONG Trọng Hiếu. Trọng Hiếu, a special guest for this year’s event, is known for his explosive stage presence and modern, Gen Z-infused hits. With his compelling performance style, international flair, and exceptional ability to connect with the crowd, he is set to electrify the stage at the National Exhibition Fair Center. This year’s festival will feature a new and notable addition: the Wonder Sound Lab (WSL), a creative initiative designed to foster unprecedented musical partnerships. Described by organizers as a “musical laboratory,” the project will serve as a space for Vietnamese artists to experiment with and fuse their sound with that of international performers, leading to what are being hailed as historic, first-time collaborations. This is where tlinh becomes the biggest revelation. The charismatic and unique Gen Z rapper will be the first Vietnamese artist to participate in the Wonder Sound Lab project. This marks the very first time a Vietnamese artist will officially perform alongside a world-class international star on a major festival stage in their home country. While the specific international artist tlinh will perform with has not yet been revealed, this unprecedented “twist” has sparked immense excitement among music fans. Many have expressed pride, with one fan stating, “I’m going not just for DPR Ian, but because for the first time, I’ll see a Vietnamese person on the same stage, same vibe, with a global star. I’m so proud!” Another commented, “Witnessing Vietnamese artists perform with international stars on the most epic stage ever shows that Vietnamese music has truly reached a new level.”While the specific international artist tlinh will perform with has not yet been revealed, this unprecedented “twist” has sparked immense excitement among music fans. Many have expressed pride, with one fan stating, “I’m going not just for DPR Ian, but because for the first time, I’ll see a Vietnamese person on the same stage, same vibe, with a global star. I’m so proud!” Another commented, “Witnessing Vietnamese artists perform with international stars on the most epic stage ever shows that Vietnamese music has truly reached a new level.” The 8Wonder stage featuring a spectacular sound and lighting system. A Turning Point for Vietnamese Music The live collaboration between tlinh, a young Vietnamese artist from the 2k generation, and a leading global star on the 8Wonder stage is more than just an exciting artistic highlight. It marks a moment of great significance, especially as it takes place during the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day. This event is a cultural statement, proving that Vietnamese people, especially the younger generation of artists, can stand confidently alongside the world’s best, not only in festival settings but also in artistic creations that demand professionalism and deep integration. The Wonder Sound Lab project, which tlinh represents, serves as a symbolic catalyst for a new era. It signifies a shift where music is no longer a “local game” but a journey of expanding cultural identity. In this new phase, young Vietnamese artists will not only absorb international excellence but also actively help shape trends and create unique value within the global contemporary music landscape. The 8Wonder stage will be a place where artists are not limited by nationality, race, or language. It will become a powerful connector, where Vietnamese people not only listen to the world sing but also proudly raise their own voices. The sight of a young Vietnamese artist performing alongside a global peer on their home turf fulfills a long-held desire for fans and opens the door to a new future. This moment is expected to be the beginning of a new chapter for Vietnam on the international music map, where Vietnamese artists are not only known but also eagerly anticipated and collaborated with as true peers. Special Venue: A Symbol of Vietnamese Progress The 8Wonder 2025: Moments of Wonder music festival will take place on August 23 at the National Exhibition Fair Center in the Dong Anh District of Hanoi. This venue is a symbol of national pride and a testament to Vingroup’s remarkable achievements. The National Exhibition Fair Center is a state-level key project and one of the top 10 largest exhibition centers in the world. Vingroup was recently honored with the First-Class Labor Order for its exceptional work on this project, which was completed an astonishing 15 months ahead of schedule. This achievement was celebrated as a contribution to the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day and a significant boost to the socio-economic development of Hanoi and the nation. Covering an area of approximately 900,000 square meters, the center is envisioned as a premier international destination for global trade and exhibitions, set to become a new landmark for Hanoi. The construction, which began on August 30, 2024, was handed over on June 27, 2025, a record-breaking completion in just 10 months. This rapid pace established a new benchmark for Vietnam’s construction sector, overcoming significant engineering challenges, including the execution of a massive, complex steel dome structure. The accelerated completion of this project highlights Vingroup’s robust financial capacity, professional execution, and efficient project management. It also underscores the company’s commitment to national service and the growing strength of Vietnam’s private enterprises in the new era of global integration. https://8wonder.vn/en Hashtag: #8Wonder #VinWonders #MomentsofWonder2025 The issuer is solely