BEIJING, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from chinadaily.com.cn：

The 2024 Shanghai City Investment Promotion Conference, held on Nov 6, serves as a window for global businesses to explore Shanghai’s evolving business environment and investment opportunities.

The event, part of the 2024 China International Import Expo at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), is attended by representatives from the Shanghai government, businesses, investment promotion agencies and academic institutions. An array of road shows, arranged by districts and business areas of Shanghai are featured for investors to learn about the latest developments and new investment trends in the city.

In 2024, amid global economic uncertainties, Shanghai continues to stand out as a favored investment hub for foreign enterprises. By the end of September, the city boasts 998 foreign-funded headquarters and 582 foreign-funded research and development centers, marking respective increases of 42 and 21.

Companies selected Shanghai as a preferred investment destination for a multitude of reasons, including its openness, innovation, inclusiveness, efficient government services, comprehensive supply chains, prime geographical positioning, well-developed infrastructure, abundant talent pool and world-class living environment.

Supporting rapid expansion

Japan-based Yusen Logistics entered the Chinese market in 2000 with its China headquarters based in Shanghai. Over the past 24 years, the company has experienced significant growth in the country, expanding to more than 20 branches and offices nationwide, employing more than 1,200 staff members.

“Our core services encompass international ocean and air freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution services and supply chain solution. Our customers span various sectors including automotive, healthcare, retail, aerospace, technology and food industries,” said Kaori Nagamizo, chairman, president and CEO of Yusen Logistics China.

Nagamizo said that Shanghai’s position to be an international economic center, an international financial center, an international trade center and an international shipping center provides a great foundation for Yusen Logistics China to take root in Shanghai and expand its business nationwide and even globally. Meanwhile, Shanghai’s excellent hardware facilities and supporting industrial resources for the logistics industry such as its deep-water port, airports, talent pool, rapid developing telecommunication industry and finance industry also strengthen Yusen Logistics’ confidence.

In 2021, Yusen Logistics inaugurated its East Asia regional headquarters in Shanghai, aiming to consolidate resources, enhance management practices and optimize its business structure within the Chinese market.

“This strategic move has not only enabled us to deliver professional, dependable and comprehensive high-quality services to our clients but has also facilitated collaborative advancement with our partners, contributing to the sustainable development of both companies and society,” said Nagamizo.

Nagamizo said Yusen Logistics will continue to expand its presence in Shanghai and China. It will further use its expertise to bolster the development of Shanghai and China.

“The modern logistics industry in Shanghai is developing rapidly, with more than 100,000 registered enterprises, indicating a vibrant logistics sector. The city is leading industry transformation in areas such as information technology, digitalization and industry integration, positioning itself at the forefront nationwide and exerting international influence on the global logistics industry,” said Nagamizo.

“Yusen Logistics will leverage our experience and advantages in the logistics sector to enhance logistics efficiency, support Shanghai enterprises in integrating into the global supply chain, promote regional economic integration, facilitate the sustainable development of the logistics industry, support the development of emerging industries and contribute to talent cultivation and standardization in the logistics sector,” he added.

Yusen Logistics will also contribute to China’s “dual carbon” goals to peak carbon dioxide emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060.

“Yusen Logistics has actively promoted green logistics in the Chinese market by introducing carbon dioxide emission calculation tools, transportation process carbon emission data management systems and tailor-made carbon emission reduction solutions. We have introduced the hydrogen fuel cell truck transportation model and the Sustainable Aviation Fuel program in China,” said Nagamizo.

Navigating opportunities and challenges

E-Land, a leading apparel manufacturer from South Korea, first established itself in the Minhang district of Shanghai in 1992. Over the past three decades, the company has continually seized new opportunities in China, propelling its growth and success.

In 2023, E-Land built the E-Innovation Valley, an industrial park situated in Minhang district with an investment exceeding 1.8 billion yuan ($253.64 million).

Today, this innovation valley houses E-Land’s China headquarters and functions as a service hub for South Korean businesses. It provides support in areas such as business registration, finance, identifying local partners and logistics services.

“There is a comprehensive fashion apparel innovation center within the valley, offering services including business operations, automated logistics, e-commerce, rapid-response production facilities and photography studios. It also serves as a launchpad for South Korean enterprises seeking access into China and Chinese companies aiming to expand globally,” said Chris Kim, general manager of E-Land Investment and Operation Company. “The innovation valley not only provides a business space but also leverages the 30 years of E-Land’s experience in China.”

So far, organizations and businesses like the Korea SMEs and Startups Agency Global Business Center (Shanghai) and Speedy Factory have established their presence in the innovation valley. Additionally, Korea Startup Accelerators and Early Stage Investors Association, an association in South Korea that specializes in offering acceleration services such as investment and international expansion support to startups, has reached an agreement to relocate to the valley.

Kim said that the company will cash in on Shanghai’s status as an international consumption hub to assist emerging fashion brands from South Korea in entering the Chinese market. Moreover, the company plans to enhance its cross-border e-commerce operations by utilizing the well-established logistics network between China and South Korea.

Kim said that despite uncertainties and challenges in recent years, E-Land maintains confidence in the long-term development of China.

“E-Land is a company that consistently views challenges as opportunities,” said Kim. “In my opinion, markets can be categorized into two types: the Chinese market and non-Chinese markets. I maintain an optimistic outlook on the long-term potential of the Chinese market.”

Bolstering long-term development

In recent years, Shanghai has been committed to building itself into an international consumption hub and has identified three pioneering future industries — biomedicine, artificial intelligence and integrated circuits — with the aim to inject vitality into the long-term development of the city.

German life science company Bayer, boasting a presence of more than 140 years in China, has significantly increased its investment in consumer health products, pharmaceuticals and agricultural solutions in Shanghai and throughout China in recent years.

Bayer opened its China Center for Innovation and Partnership at the Shanghai Frontier Industrial Innovation Center for Biomedicine on Oct 16. This move signifies Bayer’s commitment to further seizing opportunities arising from the consumption upgrade trend in China.

According to Zhou Xiaolan, global executive vice-president of Bayer’s Pharmaceuticals Division, president of the Pharmaceutical Division of China and president of Bayer Greater China Region, the new setup was established to promote innovation and collaboration in the fields of health and nutrition, accelerate innovation and partnership and help enterprises explore more self-care solutions suitable for Chinese consumers.

“With the CCIP, Bayer will integrate more deeply into China’s innovation ecosystem. CCIP will continue to implement and deepen the principles of open innovation and collaborative operations, aiming to build an integrated innovation cooperation network that combines industry, academia and research institutions and establishing close relationships with partners,” said Zhou. “CCIP will also leverage Bayer’s extensive international experience to integrate consumer needs from China, Asia-Pacific region and even globally, utilizing Bayer’s global network to accelerate the internationalization of Chinese innovations.”

In the pharmaceutical area, Bayer has invested more than 3.5 billion euros ($3.81 billion) in the past three years to establish a cell and gene therapy platform, or CGT, with seven projects of CGT currently in various stages of clinical development. In the agriculture area, Bayer is actively developing and introducing crop seeds and crop protection solutions that meet diverse needs in the Chinese market.

According to Zhou, Shanghai, home to the China headquarters of Bayer, will continue to be an ideal destination for its business environment.

“Shanghai’s business environment has clear advantages, especially in the pharmaceutical sector, where the development potential is immense. I believe that with the joint efforts of the government and enterprises, Shanghai’s business environment will continue to improve, creating more opportunities and development space for businesses,” said Zhou. “Shanghai is a long-time home base of Bayer in China; and we have no hesitation to promote Shanghai internationally.

“If I were to describe Shanghai with a few keywords, they would include ‘open and inclusive’, ‘innovation engine’, ‘business-friendly’, ‘talent hub’, ‘limitless opportunities’ and ‘pragmatic’.”

Getting involved in transformation

The US-based smart building solution provider, Johnson Controls, has been actively capitalizing on the vast opportunities emerging from China’s artificial intelligence industry and green economy in recent years. It aims to facilitate the high-quality and green transition of the advanced manufacturing sector.

Shanghai, a key economic center in China known for its robust demand for smart building solutions and energy management, as well as diverse application scenarios, plays a vital role in inspiring and providing market insights to Johnson Controls, according to Yu Ning, head of Government Affairs of Johnson Controls in China.

“The Shanghai of 2034 is poised to be the global model for a sustainable and smart city, where cutting-edge technologies such as AI are seamlessly interconnected into business and everyday life. Intelligent buildings will be at the heart of this sustainable and smart ecosystem,” said George R. Oliver, chairman and CEO of Johnson Controls at the 36th International Business Leaders’ Advisory Council for the Mayor of Shanghai held in September.

The ongoing measures implemented by the Shanghai government in areas such as innovation, talent development, regulation and financial support in recent years all serve to strengthen Johnson Controls’ confidence in Shanghai, according to Yu.

“Shanghai, in my perspective, is a city of innovation, smart, green and low-carbon, as well as open and inclusive,” said Yu. “For many years, Johnson Controls has been actively involved in the city’s development. We are very proud to be a part of Shanghai’s transformation journey.”

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SINGAPORE, Nov. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FOMO Pay, a leading Singapore-headquartered major payment institution, has announced a strategic collaboration with Mastercard to launch its Tap on Phone payment solution, FOMO SoftPOS. This solution allows merchants to accept contactless card payments directly on their smartphones[1] with the FOMO Pay app from the Google Play Store. This solution provides customers with more payment options while giving merchants greater flexibility and mobility as multiple smartphones can be activated for use as needed. 

Singapore is the first country in Asia-Pacific where Mastercard will introduce Cloud Commerce, empowering local payment providers like FOMO Pay to build cloud-based products. Mastercard’s Cloud Commerce is a cloud-based payment solution that lets merchants process transactions on mobile devices without needing physical POS terminals. By leveraging cloud technology, it reduces hardware dependency, streamlines setup, and offers flexible, scalable payment options. This empowers businesses to accept payments anywhere with internet access, meeting the demands of today’s digital-first consumers. With Mastercard, FOMO Pay is able to bring Tap on Phone solutions to merchants, and offer the technology to banks and financial institutions who want to roll out their own branded SoftPOS.

While over 90% of Singaporeans use contactless payments, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are slower to adopt them. Only 50% of SMEs accept mobile wallets, and 36% accept contactless cards, largely due to a reluctance to maintain payment hardware.

Tap on Phone solutions can cut these costs by over 90%, making card payments more accessible for SMEs. This innovation will bring millions[2] of new acceptance points for card payments in Asia.

Merchants can download the FOMO SoftPOS app and accept a wide range of payment methods, such as QR payments, mobile wallets, and credit cards. Use cases of the Tap on Phone solution include pop-up stores, food trucks, taxis, pay-on-delivery services and more. In addition to merchants, banks and financial institutions can also leverage the Tap on Phone  technology and provide their own contactless payment solutions to their merchants.

Louis Liu, founder and CEO of FOMO Pay, said, “Tap on Phone solutions offer an affordable, portable, and hassle-free way for businesses to accept payments, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Our FOMO SoftPOS empowers more businesses to accept payments using their own mobile devices, driving financial inclusion and supporting the growth of SMEs. Mastercard Cloud Commerce is central to this mission, helping us create scalable solutions that address the needs of today’s fast-evolving digital economy.”

Ms Deborah Heng, Country Manager, Singapore, Mastercard, said: “Accepting payments through traditional methods can be challenging for small businesses. Smartphone-based payment solutions lower cost of acceptance and simplify onboarding, making the payment process smoother and more efficient. Mastercard Cloud Commerce will advance payment solutions and help small businesses unlock the benefits of digital payments, while offering their customers a simple and secure payment experience.”

About FOMO Pay
Founded in 2015, FOMO Pay Pte Ltd is a major payment institution licensed in Singapore and Hong Kong. The firm has become a leading one-stop digital payment, digital banking, and digital asset solution provider. It is currently building Asia’s fully licensed financial platform, helping institutions and businesses connect between fiat and digital currency. The firm offers its three flagship products:

FOMO Payment – One-stop digital payment solution for merchants, corporates and financial institutionsFOMO iBank – Facilitate businesses’ everyday requirements for transactional banking needsFOMO Treasury – One-stop digital asset services provider bridging Web 2.0 & Web 3.0

Visit www.fomopay.com for more information. For media inquiries, contact marketing@fomopay.com. 

About Mastercard
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

www.mastercard.com

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Richter has partnered with How’s Mom™, an innovative platform that automates care communication for providers nationwide, improving compliance and enhancing care documentation. This collaboration offers senior care leaders a streamlined solution to securely share health information, meet the 21st Century Cures Act requirements, and improve efficiency.

TWINSBURG, Ohio, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Richter is excited to announce a new partnership with How’s Mom™, a customer service platform that transforms how providers communicate care. The company was launched in 2015 and serves hundreds of providers nationwide by providing automated communications and driving clinical compliance. The platform enables automated communications that ensures the right information quickly reaches the right person, helping document quality of care. Customer portals can be easily configured to securely share health information and prepare for the 21st century Cures Act.

Richter’s Director of Clinical Consulting, Landa Stricklin, is pleased to offer this solution to senior care clinical leaders, who are always looking for innovative ways to streamline communications, improve efficiency and produce a better care experience. “Use of this tool within the industry provides greater transparency and engagement for everyone involved,” stated Stricklin. “These workflows help drive compliance by automating and standardizing the documentation of care communications, reducing the severity and frequency of tags and surveys.”

How’s Mom Founder and CEO, Matt Prasek, said “Automated and managing care communications is just one of the ways we help providers be successful. This partnership with Richter was a fit for us as both organizations share a passion in helping providers get the best outcomes.”

Richter offers a clinical consulting service which includes a process review of clinical operations and workflows. The How’s Mom platform will be offered as a new solution to help providers achieve compliance, reduce risks, optimize their EHR and improve operational and financial outcomes.

About Richter

Richter serves the entire LTPAC spectrum—from small and midsize organizations through large, multi-facility, multistate groups. Whatever your clinical, financial, accounting, EHR and revenue cycle challenges may be, our trusted professionals deliver customized solutions at every point along the continuum of care to put you a step ahead of the curve.

For more information on Richter, call us at (866) 806-0799 or visit www.richterhc.com

About How’s Mom

How’s Mom enhances communication in senior living by automating care updates, improving efficiency, ensuring compliance and engaging families, ultimately boosting care quality and reducing risks. For more information on How’s Mom, call us at 888-752-7575 or visit www.howsmom.net

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Kayla Goodwin, Richter, 1 (866) 806-0799, kayla.goodwin@richterhc.com, https://www.richterhc.com/ 

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