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The 15th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum Kicks Off in Macao

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3 months ago

June 21, 2024

A premier event promoting global infrastructure cooperation and innovation

MACAU, June 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 15th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum (IIICF), co-hosted by China International Contractors Association (CHINCA) and Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM), was held in Macao on June 20, 2024.

Recognized as a leading global event for infrastructure collaboration, the IIICF serves as a key international platform to enhance infrastructure connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative. This year, the forum attracted over 3,500 industry leaders from more than 70 countries, representing 800 organizations.

The theme of “Green Innovative Digital Connectivity” brought together over 200 speakers to explore this burgeoning industry and to engage in thought-provoking dialogues on emerging topics including energy transition, digital evolution, green investment, ESG management, digital integration of international engineering projects, dispute resolution, risk mitigation, and regional infrastructure connectivity. The discussions aim to contribute China’s expertise and innovative solutions to international infrastructure cooperation, catalyze new growth in infrastructure partnerships between China and the countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, and foster consensus and insights for the sustainable development of the global infrastructure industry.

The exhibition area has expanded by 60% compared to the previous year, with more than 90% of the booths customized to the exhibitors’ specifications. The exhibition showcases four main highlights:

Emphasis on Low-Carbon Environmental Protection: With green technology at the forefront, the exhibition spotlights the latest advancements in clean energy, green building practices, energy-efficient material innovations, sewage treatment techniques, and successful smart city implementations;Innovation and Technology Leadership: The focus is on the display of construction robots, intelligent sensing and monitoring equipment, smart scheduling systems, autonomous driving technologies, intelligent construction methods, novel engineering materials, and prefabricated building solutions;Digital Integration and Intelligent Empowerment: A comprehensive exhibition of digital infrastructure solutions and the application of big data, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) in international engineering projects. It will also showcase the latest practices in digital transformation for project management and urban development.Connectivity and Collaborative Success: Highlighting landmark projects that demonstrate global infrastructure connectivity and China’s participation in joint construction efforts in countries and regions targeted by the Belt and Road Initiative. These include ports, highways, bridges, railways, airports, and urban development projects, showcasing the strength of the “China Construction” brand.

This year’s concurrent exhibition at the forum has experienced a significant enhancement, building upon the resounding success of last year’s edition. The event boasts an unprecedentedly robust lineup of exhibitors and organizations, comprising industry-leading engineering companies including China Communications Construction, China State Construction Engineering Group, and China Railway Construction, and more. These companies are renowned for their strong technological prowess and resource integration capabilities. Alongside them are premier communications and equipment manufacturers, such as Huawei, Caterpillar, and LiuGong, representing the forefront of digital intelligence and green innovation technologies. Furthermore, the exhibition also features delegations of local companies organized by business authorities from several provinces, further enriching the diversity and depth of the exhibition.

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the highly successful International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum. Over the past decade and a half, the forum has attracted over 30,000 attendees from around the world, including more than 570 at the ministerial level or above. The event has catalyzed the development of more than 180 international infrastructure projects, with a combined contract value surpassing US$100 billion. It has played a pivotal role in fostering pragmatic cooperation in infrastructure investment and construction between Chinese engineering companies and partner countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative.

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Mullen & Mullen Law Firm Launches the Mullen & Mullen Music Project

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53 mins ago

September 23, 2024

Supporting Local Independent Music Venues and Artists

DALLAS, Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dallas based Mullen & Mullen Law Firm proudly announces the launch of the Mullen & Mullen Music Project, a dynamic initiative created in partnership with Spune Productions. The collaboration is designed to celebrate and rejuvenate the North Texas music scene by offering a platform for both emerging and established artists. The initiative kicked off with a Concert Series at local independent music venues.

Supporting Local Talent and Venues
Running from August to April, the Mullen & Mullen Music Project will feature 12 concerts at some of North Texas’s most cherished venues. The series kicked off on August 6th with a performance by Ben Nichols of Lucero at Club Dada. The Quaker City Night Hawks made their triumphant return at Tulips FTW on August 30th after a touring hiatus. The Quaker City Night Hawks concert was filmed on professional grade video cameras installed at the venue by the Music Project and live-edited by the firm’s videographer Sean Pollaro – himself a musician. The new cameras at Tulips FTW will serve as a wonderful content creation tool for local artists.

Enhancing the Music Experience
The Music Project has allowed participating venues to expedite substantial upgrades already underway. Ferris Wheelers Live has enhanced its suites and stage while embarking on an ambitious Ferris Wheel lighting project. Club Dada has upgraded its outdoor patio stage, and Tulips FTW installed the beforementioned state-of-the-art video and streaming system, enabling artists to record music and stream live performances. Each venue will also feature new murals designed and created by local artists.

A Community-Centered Initiative
Shane Mullen, Managing Attorney at Mullen & Mullen Law Firm, shared the firm’s vision: “The trust and loyalty of the North Texas community have been the foundation of our success. This project is our way of giving back by enriching the local cultural landscape and supporting the artists and venues that make our region unique.”

Corey Pond, General Manager of Spune Productions, added: “This initiative addresses the challenges faced by the indie music scene, providing more opportunities for local artists and supporting our cherished venues. It underscores the power of community, collaboration, and the enduring spirit of local music.”

Join Us in Celebrating Local Music
Over the coming months, experience the vibrant revival of North Texas’s music scene with us. Together, let’s strengthen our community while supporting local artists and independent venues. This is our backyard – let’s make it rock!

For more information, visit: https://www.mullenandmullen.com/music/

About Mullen & Mullen Law Firm:
Mullen & Mullen Law Firm has been privileged to represent injured North Texans for over 41 years. The firm is consistently recognized by TopVerdict for obtaining some of the largest personal injury settlements in the entire state of Texas. In the last 4 years, Mullen & Mullen made the “Top 50” list 44 times and the “Top 100” list 70 times. The firm offers the services of two investigators and an award-winning videographer. Website: https://www.mullenandmullen.com

About Spune Productions:
Spune Productions is an independent leader in curating and delivering distinctive music events across Texas. Committed to enhancing communities, Spune specializes in creating impactful experiences that resonate with audiences and reflect clients’ brands. From intimate gatherings to large-scale spectacles, Spune Productions tailors each event to amplify stories through the transformative power of music. Website: https://spune.com/

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Corteva to Participate in BMO Ag-Apalooza

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53 mins ago

September 23, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) announces that Chief Executive Officer, Chuck Magro, will speak at the 2024 BMO Ag-Apalooza event at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

Remarks will be webcast live. The webcast can be accessed through the Corteva Investor Relations website. A replay of the presentation will be available 24 hours after the presentation ends and will be accessible until October 24, 2024.

About Corteva
Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) is a global pure-play agriculture company that combines industry-leading innovation, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world’s most pressing agriculture challenges. Corteva generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services. With some of the most recognized brands in agriculture and a technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the Company is committed to maximizing productivity for farmers, while working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfills its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. More information can be found at www.corteva.com.

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SEEDING JUSTICE MAKES COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR OREGON AND PACIFIC NORTHWEST COMMUNITIES IMPACTED BY MULTIPLE CLIMATE BURDENS ON A GLOBAL STAGE AT THE CLINTON GLOBAL INITIATIVE TODAY

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53 mins ago

September 23, 2024

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Seeding Justice’s Executive Director, Se-ah-dom Edmo, joins global leaders in expanding the nonprofit organization’s commitment to an inclusive green economy focusing on clean energy initiatives created by and for impacted communities.

Click here to watch Seeding Justice’s commitment video and learn more.

What:

Clinton Global Initiative

Who:

Se-ah-dom Edmo, Executive Director, Seeding Justice

When:

September 23, 2024

Where:

New York City, New York

Seeding Justice is a nonprofit organization founded in 1976 and is the region’s largest funder of grassroots organizing and community-led grantmaking.

We focus our work on frontline communities and use community guidance and leadership to help fund the most critical causes, including a new fund to support a community-centered, clean energy future.

Since 2020, our Community Fund program has granted nearly $34 million to communities across the state through Funds like the Reproductive Health Equity Fund and the Child Care Capacity Building Fund. Seeding Justice is also the founding funder of Oregon Worker Relief, the largest program of its kind in the state, and has supported the dispersal of more than $180 million through the Fund, which helps immigrant Oregonians make ends meet.

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