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Lucidya Gets Ready To LEAP At The World’s Most Attended Tech Event

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AI–powered, unified customer experience platform (CXM), Lucidya will be front and center at this year’s LEAP, the world's most attended tech event taking place in Riyadh, KSA this February.

At the event, the Saudi–based company will showcase their ever–expanding product suite including Lucidya’s “Social Listening”, “Profiles”, “OmniServe”, “AI Agent”, “Survey”, and “Media Monitoring”, all enabled by their all–in–one CXM platform.

Moreover, the company is excited to announce that they will be collecting and analyzing real–time feedback from various sources to gauge attendees' sentiments at this year’s event. Findings will later be released in a report that aims to help businesses further maximize their marketing opportunities through truly listening to customers’ needs. 

Visitors are invited to explore how Lucidya’s innovative solutions can redefine customer experience management to deliver measurable business outcomes. As the first AI company in the region to be backed by VCs, Lucidya plays a key role in contributing to KSA’s USD100 billion AI initiative as part of Saudi Vision 2030. With close to a decade of market presence, Lucidya has helped deliver robust, all–in–one CXM solutions to over 120 enterprises representing industries and government entities across the board, helping them achieve higher ROI through managing customer interactions and organizing customer experience touchpoints. 

Businesses of all sizes and industries stand everything to gain from the platform. Lucidya’s analytics reports as of Jan 2025 indicate a 238% increase in positive brand sentiment, 207% increase in social reach, and 900% increase in response to questions time. Helping businesses achieve these goals has not only earned Lucidya a place in the prestigious Saudi Unicorn Club but also marked a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey.

LEAP will be taking place on February 9 to 12, 2025 at the Riyadh Exhibition and Convention Center, Saudi Arabia. To experience how Lucidya helps businesses think clearly, be sure to stop by booth H3–F90 to learn more.

About Lucidya

Lucidya is an AI–powered, fully–complaint unified customer experience platform (CXM) designed to support CX and marketing leaders in large enterprises, governments, and SMEs across the Arab world. Through the transformative power of AI, Lucidya enables organizations of all sizes to turn raw data into meaningful interactions and actionable insights, allowing them to build human connections and drive real business impact, safely and securely. 


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“لوسيديا” تستعد للمشاركة في مؤتمر “ليب” التقني الأكثر حضورًا في العالم

الرياض، المملكة العربية السعودية, Feb. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

تعتزم “لوسيديا”، صاحبة المنصة الموحدة، المعززة بالذكاء الاصطناعي لإدارة تجربة العملاء (CXM)، تصدّر المشهد هذا العام في مؤتمر “ليب” (LEAP)، الفعالية التقنية الأضخم عالميًا من حيث عدد الحضور، المزمع إقامتها في العاصمة السعودية الرياض خلال شهر فبراير الجاري.

وستعرض الشركة السعودية جملة تطبيقاتها المتنامية، وفيها “الاستماع الاجتماعي”، و”الملفات التعريفية”، و”الدعم متعدد القنوات”، و”الوكيل الذكي”، و”الاستبيان”، و”المرصد الإعلامي”، التي تندرج جميعها ضمن منصتها المتكاملة لإدارة تجربة العملاء.

وتتطلع الشركة إلى البدء في جمع الآراء المباشرة وتحليلها من مصادر شتى لمعرفة انطباعات الحاضرين وقياس مشاعرهم أثناء الفعالية. وسيُنشر لاحقًا تقرير بالنتائج لإعانة المؤسسات على تنمية فرصها في التسويق عبر الإنصات العميق لاحتياجات العملاء.

ويستطيع الزوار اكتشاف مزايا حلول “لوسيديا” التي تُعيد صياغة مفهوم إدارة تجربة العملاء لتُثمر نتائج أعمال ملموسة وقابلة للقياس. وقد تبوأت “لوسيديا” مكانة رائدة كأول شركة للذكاء الاصطناعي في المنطقة تستقطب دعم شركات رأس المال الجريء، مما أهّلها للاضطلاع بدور جوهري في رفد مبادرة المملكة للذكاء الاصطناعي البالغة قيمتها 100 مليار دولار أمريكي، والمندرجة تحت مظلة رؤية المملكة 2030. وإذ مضى على حضور “لوسيديا” في السوق ما يناهز العقد، فقد أثمرت مساعيها عن تقديم حلول شاملة ومتكاملة لإدارة تجربة العملاء لما يزيد على 120 مؤسسة، تتوزع بين قطاعات شتى وجهات حكومية مختلفة، مُيسّرةً لهم سُبل تحقيق عوائد استثمارية أعلى من خلال إحكام إدارة تفاعلات العملاء وتنظيم مواطن التواصل في تجربة العميل.

في السياق نفسه، تجني المؤسسات، على اختلاف أحجامها وقطاعاتها، منافع جمّة من هذه المنصة. إذ تُظهر تقارير التحليلات الصادرة عن “لوسيديا” حتى يناير 2025 ارتفاعًا ملحوظًا في عدة مؤشرات: نموًا بنسبة 238% في المشاعر الإيجابية تجاه العلامة التجارية، وزيادة بنسبة 207% في الوصول الاجتماعي، فضلًا عن تحسن بنسبة 900% في سرعة الاستجابة للاستفسارات. وقد أفضت مساعدة المؤسسات في تحقيق هذه الغايات إلى انضمام “لوسيديا” إلى نادي “اليونيكورن” السعودي، برنامج الشركات المليارية ذات القيمة السوقية التي تتجاوز المليار دولار، مما يُعد علامة فارقة في مسيرة نمو الشركة.

وتنطلق فعاليات مؤتمر “ليب” في مركز الرياض للمؤتمرات والمعارض في المملكة العربية السعودية خلال الفترة من 9 إلى 12 فبراير 2025. ويُمكن لمن أراد معرفة كيفية إعانة “لوسيديا” للمؤسسات على التفكير بوضوح زيارة جناحها H3–F90.

نبذة عن لوسيديا

لوسيديا هي منصة موحدة، معززة بالذكاء الاصطناعي لإدارة تجارب العملاء ودعم أنشطة التسويق وخدمة العملاء في المؤسسات الحكومية والشركات الكبرى والمتوسطة والصغيرة في الوطن العربي. تقدم لوسيديا أدوات متطورة ومعززة بالذكاء الاصطناعي لتمكين المؤسسات على اختلاف أحجامها وتخصصاتها من جمع البيانات وتحليلها واستخلاص تفاعلات هادفة ورؤى عملية وقابلة للتنفيذ.


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Viral “Driving in Circles” Video with Waymo Passenger Mike Johns Reaches Nearly One Billion While Raising Safety Concerns and Sparking the Creation of “Consumer AI Protection Advocates”

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The viral video “Driving in Circles” has put a spotlight on the autonomous vehicle industry. The video, filmed by passenger and tech entrepreneur Mike Johns, has reached nearly one billion individuals across social media platforms and major news outlets worldwide. With its humorous yet critical take on safety concerns and transparency issues, the video quickly gained traction thanks to social media influencers like comedian Lil Duval and Kavell Kavon, whose early posts garnered over 2 million views. Johns’ incident went on to garner coverage from major news outlets in the U.S., UK, Italy, Australia, and Germany—including TMZ, KTLA, GMA, News Nation, Fox News, BBC Worldwide, The Guardian, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Post, Corriere della Sera and over 60 other outlets, trending globally and ultimately resulting in the launch of Consumer AI Protection Advocates by Digital Mind State.

“I began documenting my Waymo ride when it started driving in circles, but I never expected it to turn into a viral sensation,” says Mike Johns, founder and CEO of Digital Mind State LLC. “Thankfully my incident occurred in a parking lot, but what if this had happened on a highway?”

Global engagement with the “Driving In Circles” video revealed deep–seated public skepticism about the readiness of autonomous vehicles and concerns regarding safety, transparency, and accountability in emerging AI–driven technologies. These concerns have led major media outlets like CNBC, Fox Business Network, BBC, Telemundo and ProSieben in Germany, to create feature segments around the safety of autonomous vehicles.

Introducing Consumer AI Protection Advocates (CAIPA)
As a result of the feedback and concern received, Johns was inspired to ensure other consumers’ voices were also heard. CAIPA (pronounced 'kai–pa') has been created to empower consumers and companies to close the trust gap in AI and autonomous innovation by turning concerns and experiences into actionable insights that advance safety and foster transparency and accountability. CAIPA will serve as an independent research agency to collect data from real–world consumer experiences and work directly with research and product teams at AI–driven companies. CAIPA will also function as an advocacy group, amplifying consumers’ concerns and educating consumers about the technologies shaping their lives.

Initial strategic advisors for CAIPA include: Retired U.S. Army Brigadier General Arnold Gordon–Bray; EV Engineering Specialist, Ryan McCoy; EVNoire Mobility Intelligence Group Managing Partner, Terry Travis; and RealmIQ AI Consultancy Founder, Curt Doty.

Enhancing Safety Through Data
Ryan McCoy, a seasoned engineer at Shibaura Electronics who designs and supplies thermal sensor systems for electric vehicles, believes that closing the feedback loop between consumers and AV manufacturers is critical. “How do we go from reporting to improving?” McCoy states. “Right now it takes a billion views.”

Data from the Mike Johns “Driving In Circles” video on TikTok showed that 66% of engagement with the video came from women, voicing safety concerns. “This speaks volumes about the trust deficit in the industry,” explains CAIPA co–founder, Jeff Folino. “CAIPA endeavors to not only help companies hear the voice of the customer but also equip them with actionable insights to help identify and validate actionable solutions in a reliable and transparent manner.”

AI, Automation and Decision Making
Retired U.S. Army Brigadier General Arnold Gordon–Bray, who served over three decades in strategic communications, combat operations and foreign affairs asserts that as society continues to yield to AI and Automation out of ease and efficiency, accountability is paramount. “Ultimate–decision making cannot be relegated to AI. Someone must always be held accountable. What does that process look like?”

Mike Johns isn’t deterred from riding in an autonomous vehicle, but he does want to know that additional safety precautions are in place. “Technology should assist and empower people, not leave them questioning their safety,” Johns emphasizes. “Through CAIPA, we want to give consumers a seat at the table while helping companies innovate in ways that prioritize safety and trust. A viral moment got us here, but we’re moving from a viral moment to meaningful change.”

Beyond the Viral Moment
Since going viral, the universally entertaining “Driving In Circles” video has sparked a song, t–shirts, and on a more serious note, a new book by Johns entitled, “Way Mo’ Problems: Glitches Need Stitches in the AI Autonomous Revolution.”

As its first official event, CAIPA will host a city–wide town hall in Atlanta, Georgia that will convene local officials, civic leaders, residents and other stakeholders for an in–depth discussion and Q&A on autonomous vehicle safety. For details visit: www.ConsumerAIProtection.org.

About Digital Mind State
Headquartered in Los Angeles, Digital Mind State (DMS) is a multidimensional creative agency at the forefront of disruption in the entertainment industry, with an ethos of rebellious creativity and innovation. Digital Mind State is the creative force behind Yo Tech This Out and Tech With Seoul, a go–to–market consultancy for Korean Electronic products seeking U.S. entry. The company’s Techfluencers™ brand merges innovative tech companies and influential voices in pop, sports, and culture. In 2024, via his nonprofit, We Are Digital, Johns launched the Make America Smart with AI Tour – a nationwide educational initiative that aims to demystify AI and promote its responsible integration in K–12 public schools, colleges, and communities. For more information about Digital Mind State, visit https://digitalmindstate.com. For media inquiries contact Anita@SenseiCommunications.com.


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Announcing Groundbreaking ‘Indiaspora Forum for Good’ to Address Worldwide Challenges

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Indiaspora, a leading nonprofit organization will host the “Indiaspora Forum for Good” (IFG) in Abu Dhabi and Dubai from February 23–26, 2025.

This forum (IFG) will convene global leaders in business, technology, investment, healthcare, academia, and climate along with their peers in the arts, sports and entertainment fields. Renowned Indian actor and philanthropist, Vivek Oberoi, will serve as our Forum Ambassador in the UAE.

By facilitating collaborative sessions across these diverse sectors we hope to create innovative models to address complex challenges like climate change, healthcare and more. There will be important announcements in the areas of philanthropy, economic impact, and the arts made during the event.

The Forum will be held across two of the United Arab Emirates' most dynamic cities. Participants will gather first in Abu Dhabi before concluding in Dubai at the iconic Museum of the Future on the 26th for a uniquely AI–focused agenda. Additional key venues will include renowned cultural and architectural landmarks such as Abu Dhabi's Louvre Museum, The Grand Mosque, BAPS Hindu Mandir, and the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, offering a diverse and inspiring backdrop for global discussions.

The agenda, speakers, and further details can be found on our website here.

MR Rangaswami, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Indiaspora, said, “IFG represents the power of collective action and innovation within the global Indian diaspora. This forum is a testament to the diaspora’s unique ability to serve as a bridge among cultures, fostering transformative ideas into lasting impact. Given that almost half of the world elected new leaders in 2024, it is more important now than ever to convene dialogues that serve as a platform for thought leadership and the exchange of ideas on a global scale.”

Shanthini Naidoo, CEO of St Vincent's Curran Foundation, shared her thoughts on the significance of the event: “I am proud to support initiatives that harness the power of global partnerships to drive meaningful progress in healthcare, arts, and culture. By working together, we can build stronger, more inclusive, communities that create lasting, positive impact.”

Dr. Tayeb Kamali, Chairman of the Board, Abu Dhabi School of Management and a member of the Host Committee added, “The Abu Dhabi School of Management is dedicated to cultivating entrepreneurial leadership that drives impactful, sustainable solutions for the global community. As the academic partner for the Indiaspora Forum for Good 2025, we are honored to contribute to this platform that aligns with our mission of empowering individuals to lead with purpose and innovation. This forum exemplifies the power of collaboration in addressing global challenges and shaping a better future for all.”

“I am looking forward to the Forum for Good and convening with leaders who are pioneering transformative social change,” said Roshini Bakshi, Managing Director at Everstone Capital Asia. “This event will showcase the remarkable breadth and depth of the Indian diaspora—entrepreneurs, market innovators, and global professionals united by a shared commitment to collaboration and mutual empowerment.”

Indiaspora, in partnership with Dubai Future Foundation, will be collaborating on events and activities, starting with the Forum for Good in February at the Museum of the Future. Alia Al Mur, Chief of Transformation and Partnerships at Dubai Future Foundation, an IFG partner, said, “Dubai’s forward–looking ethos and role as a global gateway align perfectly with the Indian diaspora’s drive for innovation and entrepreneurship. The Indiaspora Forum for Good being held in the United Arab Emirates is a natural fit.”

Vivek Anand Oberoi, acclaimed actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur stated, “Indiaspora's Forum for Good is a celebration of the shared roots, and collective vision of the Indian diaspora. It’s inspiring to see so many leaders come together to exchange ideas and work towards building a brighter future, while staying authentic to the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam meaning ‘The world is one family.’ The Indian diaspora significantly contributes to global society, fostering peace and cooperation wherever they reside.”

Sanjeev Joshipura, Executive Director of Indiaspora, shared his thoughts on the significance of the event: “Indiaspora is growing its global reach by convening diaspora from all corners of the world to create positive change. IFG is the culmination of many years of international work, establishing a forward–thinking platform for dialogue and action. At IFG we plan to facilitate meaningful conversations spanning numerous areas including geopolitics, technology, business and investments, the arts, sports, climate, healthcare, cuisine, culture, and artificial intelligence.”

Prominent leaders serving on our Host Committee include Raj Subramaniam, CEO of FedEx, Dr. Tayeb Kamali, Chairman of Abu Dhabi School of Management, Faizal Kottikollon, Founder of KEF Holdings, Dr. Kris Gopalakrishnan, Founder of Infosys, Shanthini Naidoo, CEO of St. Vincent's Curran Foundation, Roshini Bakshi, Managing Director and Head Impact at Everstone Capital, Lord Karan Bilimoria, Member of the House of Lords, Nadir Patel, former Canadian High Commissioner to India, Himanshu Shah, Founder & Executive Chairman, Marius Pharmaceuticals & Shah Capital.

About Indiaspora: Indiaspora (www.indiaspora.org) is a nonprofit community of powerful global Indian leaders from diverse backgrounds and professions who are committed to inspiring the diaspora to be a force for positive impact by providing a platform to collaborate, engage, and catalyze social change.

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International Association of Political Consultants Addresses Recent Developments in Syria

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the situation in Syria continues to evolve, the IAPC emphasizes the importance of maintaining democratic processes and protecting the rights of citizens. The organization is deeply concerned about the impact of the conflict on the Syrian population and the potential erosion of democratic institutions in the region.

“The events unfolding in Syria are a stark reminder of the fragility of democracy in conflict zones. It is imperative that the international community supports efforts to uphold democratic values and protect the rights of all citizens,” stated Carlos Fara, President of the International Association of Political Consultants.

“Since the Arab Spring in 2011, Syrians have sought a democratic process that reflected the aspirations of the people,” said Fara. “With the downfall of the Assad regime, it is our hope that Syria will join the family of democracies and provide the necessary tools to allow the people to express their will. The IAPC stands ready to assist in support of democracy.”

About International Association of Political Consultants

Founded in Paris in 1968, the IAPC is a global professional association of Political Consultants dedicated to fostering democracy throughout the world. Through our annual conference event, held each November in a different city, we exchange views and information about political developments and campaign techniques, network and award a Democracy Medal to an individual or organization who has worked courageously to foster, promote and sustain the democratic process anywhere in the world.

The IAPC is committed to recognizing and supporting individuals and organizations that demonstrate courage in promoting and sustaining democracy. Each year, the association awards a Democracy Medal to those who have made significant contributions to the democratic process.

For more information about the International Association of Political Consultants and its efforts to promote democracy worldwide, please visit their official website at https://www.iapc.org.

For further information contact:
Marcel Wieder
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الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين تناقش التطورات الأخيرة في سوريا

واشنطن, Dec. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —

 مع استمرار تطور الوضع في سوريا، تؤكد الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين على أهمية الحفاظ على العمليات الديمقراطية وحماية حقوق المواطنين. تُعرِب المنظمة عن قلقها العميق إزاء تأثير النزاع على الشعب السوري واحتمال تدهور المؤسسات الديمقراطية في المنطقة.

صرح Carlos Fara، رئيس الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين قائلاً: “إن الأحداث الجارية في سوريا هي تذكير صارخ بهشاشة الديموقراطية في مناطق النزاع. ومن الضروري أن يدعم المجتمع الدولي الجهود المبذولة لدعم القيم الديمقراطية وحماية حقوق جميع المواطنين”.

وأضاف Fara، “منذ الربيع العربي في عام 2011، سعى السوريون إلى عملية ديموقراطية تعكس تطلعات الشعب”. “ومع سقوط نظام الأسد، نأمل أن تنضم سوريا إلى عائلة الديمقراطيات وتوفر الأدوات اللازمة لتمكين الشعب من التعبير عن إرادته. وتقف الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين على أهبة الاستعداد للمساعدة دعمًا للديمقراطية”.

عن الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين (International Association of Political Consultants)

تأسست الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين في باريس عام 1968، وهي رابطة مهنية عالمية للمستشارين السياسيين تكرس مجهوداتها لتعزيز الديمقراطية في جميع أنحاء العالم. وعبر مؤتمرنا السنوي، الذي يُعقد في شهر نوفمبر من كل عام في مدينة مختلفة، نتبادل الآراء والمعلومات حول التطورات السياسية وتقنيات الحملات الانتخابية، ونتواصل مع بعضنا البعض ونمنح ميدالية الديمقراطية لفرد أو منظمة عملت بشجاعة على تعزيز العملية الديمقراطية ودعمها واستدامتها في أي مكان في العالم.

وتلتزم الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين بتقدير الأفراد والمنظمات التي تُظهر شجاعة في تعزيز الديمقراطية ودعمها واستدامتها. وفي كل عام، تمنح الرابطة ميدالية الديمقراطية لأولئك الذين قدموا إسهامات كبيرة في العملية الديمقراطية.

لمزيد من المعلومات عن الرابطة الدولية للمستشارين السياسيين وجهودها لتعزيز الديمقراطية في جميع أنحاء العالم، يُرجى زيارة موقعها الإلكتروني الرسمي على https://www.iapc.org.

لمزيد من المعلومات، يُرجى الاتصال على:
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HONGHUA GROUP Made An Appearance at ADIPEC 2024

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From November 4 to 7, 2024 (local time), the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference 2024 (ADIPEC 2024) was held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates with the theme of artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainable energy transformation. As one of the world's leading enterprises in high–end energy equipment manufacturing, HONGHUA GROUP, a subsidiary of Dongfang Electric Corporation (DEC), made an appearance and showcased its new generation of AI drilling and exploration equipment and comprehensive solutions for oil and gas development at the exhibition.

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At the exhibition, HONGHUA GROUP's high–end petrochemical equipment industry digital sand table brought a new interactive experience and visual impact with the help of augmented reality (AR) technologies, becoming the focus of the exhibition. The sand table demonstrated HONGHUA GROUP's achievements in such key fields as onshore petroleum equipment, offshore equipment, integrated solutions for electric fracturing, and digitalization and new energy technologies in a centralized manner. Altogether six keynote speeches were given at the event, which focused on intelligent drilling system, offshore equipment, fracturing technologies and new energy technologies. The event provided an opportunity for the customers and participants to have a deep understanding of HONGHUA GROUP's innovative technologies and diversified product lines from an intuitive and three–dimensional perspective.

As an international company specializing in the research, design, manufacturing and installation of drilling and well completion equipment and offshore engineering equipment as well as a provider of energy EPC services, HONGHUA GROUP has always been committed to “Providing High–end, Intelligent and Green Energy Equipment and Quality Services to Global Customers”. It has established 5 production bases and 17 subsidiaries and service organizations around the world, and has set up a global service center in Dubai. To this day, HONGHUA GROUP has sold more than 1,000 drilling rigs of varied types to the world, with a cumulative export volume of over USD 5 billion and global rig inventory ranking among top three in the world. In addition, HONGHUA GROUP has consistently assisted the cooperative areas in developing their local production capacity and fostering scientific and technological talents.

“In the future, HONGHUA GROUP will continue to focus on 'Internationalization with High Quality', deepen international cooperation, accelerate the process of equipment intelligence and application of AI technologies by taking energy transformation as an opportunity, promote independently–developed industrial software, demonstrate the global competitiveness of products made in China, in order to create a win–win situation with global customers and partners,” said Wang Xuxiang, President of HONGHUA GROUP.

Source: Dongfang Electric Corporation (DEC)


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People-centered cities for better life highlighted in Shanghai International City and Architecture Expo 2024

SHANGHAI, Nov. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Shanghai International City and Architecture Expo 2024 was held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center from October 31 to November 2 as one of the major events in Shanghai to mark this year's World Cities Day, according to Shanghai Coordination Center of World Cities Day.

The starting point and ultimate goal of urban construction and development in a city is to create a better and happier life for the people. This year's expo has set up an exhibition dedicated to showcasing the achievements in building a people–centered city in Shanghai, which are manifested in urban renewal, livable environment, green and low–carbon development, and smart city.

Shanghai is still amidst a transformative development. With a focus on major construction projects, significant progress is being made in the advancement of major laboratories, as well as high–tech industrial projects in Pudong, Lingang, and Zhangjiang. The city's layout to build an international sci–tech innovation center is generally taking shape.

Greenery covers the whole city. The vibrant and alive circle–city ecological belt shines like a dazzling pearl, while the green spaces within the city are embedded like a green carpet, providing diverse choices for residents and tourists to explore the natural beauty.

Shanghai has continuously improved its multi–level housing and rental system to meet different needs of residents and boosted the supply of high–quality affordable housing in a bid to enhance the city's competitiveness and soft power through making it a comfortable dwelling place.

The city also boasts a fine blend of culture. The urban renewal of Yuyuan Road has breathed new life into this century–old street by infrastructure upgrades that balance appearance and substance, commercial upgrades that blend local vitality with fashion trends, as well as industrial upgrades that promote industrial development and urban transformation.

Urban renewal, sustainable development, daily services made accessible to urban communities within a 15–minute radius, services friendly for all ages, etc., all these examples shown at the expo offer a glimpse into the ever–changing transformation of Shanghai.

Source: Shanghai Coordination Center of World Cities Day


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L’édition 2024 du World Cities Day Global Observance s’ouvre en Égypte

ALEXANDRIE, Égypte, 02 nov. 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — La version anglaise du « Shanghai Manual · 2024 Annual Report » et le Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities (Shanghai Award) ont été dévoilés ce jeudi, à Alexandrie, en Égypte, lors de l’ouverture de l’édition 2024 du World Cities Day Global Observance.

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Les lauréats du Shanghai Award sont Agadir, au Maroc ; Thiruvananthapuram, en Inde ; Doha, au Qatar ; Iztapalapa, au Mexique, et Melbourne, en Australie.

Cette année, le Shanghai Award s’articule autour du thème « Building a Sustainable Urban Future for All » (Construire un avenir urbain durable pour tous). Selon le Shanghai Coordination Center of World Cities Day, le prix récompense le développement et la construction de villes axés sur des concepts tels que des logements de qualité et sûrs pour des besoins diversifiés, des jeunes à la tête de collectivités dynamiques, un développement innovant au service de la prospérité urbaine, et un développement urbain à faible émission de carbone et résilient face au changement climatique.

Le Shanghai Award 2024 a attiré des participants de quelque 28 pays et 55 villes. Suite à l’évaluation conjointe réalisée par le jury international, les cinq villes susmentionnées se sont imposées en tête du classement. Lors de la cérémonie de remise des prix, la ville de Fuzhou, lauréate du tout premier Shanghai Award, a présenté une proposition visant à établir une alliance mondiale pour le développement urbain durable.

Prix international lancé par ONU–Habitat et le Shanghai Municipal People’s Government, le Shanghai Award confère à la ville de Shanghai une plateforme majeure lui permettant de participer à la gouvernance mondiale et de promouvoir le Programme de développement durable à l’horizon 2030 des Nations Unies, et le Nouveau Programme pour les villes.

En récompensant les villes de plusieurs pays ayant fourni des solutions globales et réalisé de considérables progrès en matière de développement durable, le prix contribue à la mise en œuvre du Programme de développement durable à l’horizon 2030 des Nations Unies.

Le 12e Forum urbain mondial se tiendra au Caire, en Égypte, du 4 au 8 novembre prochains. L’après–midi du 5 novembre, un événement parallèle sera organisé sous le thème des « Experiences and Practices of Global Urban Sustainable Development » (Expériences et pratiques du développement urbain durable mondial) afin de promouvoir le Shanghai Award ainsi que d’autres biens publics du World Cities Day.

Source : Shanghai Coordination Center of World Cities Day


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The Global Observance of World Cities Day 2024 opens in Egypt

ALEXANDRIA, Egypt, Oct. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Global Observance of World Cities Day 2024 opened in Egypt's Alexandria on Thursday, which unveiled the English version of the Shanghai Manual · 2024 Annual Report and the Global Award for Sustainable Development in Cities (Shanghai Award).

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The Shanghai Award winners are Agadir, Morocco; Thiruvananthapuram, India; Doha, Qatar; Iztapalapa, Mexico and Melbourne, Australia.

Themed “Building a Sustainable Urban Future for All,” this year's Shanghai Award highlights the development and construction of cities in fields like quality and secure housing for diversified needs, youth leading vibrant communities, innovative development for urban prosperity, and low–carbon and climate resilient urban development, according to Shanghai Coordination Center of World Cities Day.

This year's Shanghai Award attracted participants from 28 countries and 55 cities. After a joint evaluation by the International Jury, the aforementioned five cities emerged as winners. Fuzhou City, the recipient of the first Shanghai Award, put forward a proposal to establish a global alliance for sustainable urban development at the awarding ceremony.

Shanghai Award, an international award initiated by UN–Habitat and the Shanghai Municipal People's Government, serves as an important platform for Shanghai to participate in global governance and promote the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the New Urban Agenda.

The award aims to recognize cities from various countries that have provided comprehensive solutions and made significant progress in sustainable development, thus contributing to the implementation of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

The 12th World Urban Forum is set to take place in Cairo, Egypt from November 4 to 8. On the afternoon of November 5, a thematic side event on “Experiences and Practices of Global Urban Sustainable Development” will be held to focus on promoting the Shanghai Award and other public goods of World Cities Day.

Source: Shanghai Coordination Center of World Cities Day


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