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Global Times: Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization ‘provides an invaluable reference for developing countries’

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BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In an era marked by ecological challenges, development dilemmas and geopolitical dynamics are increasingly intertwined. Through a series of innovative practices, Chinese modernization offers a “green solution” to some of humanity’s pressing questions of survival and development. Rooted in the wisdom of Chinese civilization and refined through Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, this approach presents both a philosophical vision and a practical pathway toward sustainable development.

In this context, the Global Times (GT) launches the “China through a ‘green’ lens” series. It invites leading scholars and observers worldwide to decode the underlying logic behind China’s green development and to better understand the global implications of China’s green development philosophy.

Josef Gregory Mahoney (Mahoney), a professor of politics and international relations and director of the Center for Ecological Civilization at East China Normal University in Shanghai, told GT reporter Li Aixin that China’s efforts on ecodevelopment “injects predictability into global environmental governance.” This is the first installment of the series.

GT: Chinese lawmakers voted to adopt the Ecological and Environmental Code at the closing meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National People’s Congress. It is guided by Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization. How do you interpret the significance of this code?

Mahoney: The new Ecological and Environmental Code signifies a breakthrough as China moves to consolidate its green revolution. This revolution accelerated in the new era under the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization, with China becoming the global leader in green innovation, green development and green transformations, while also scoring major victories ensuring dramatically cleaner air, water and land around the country.

This is not merely a compilation of laws but a groundbreaking restructuring of the legal system. It demonstrates China’s green revolution has moved from the fragmented, single-dimensional policy-driven phase of the past into a new stage underpinned by a systematic and binding rule-of-law framework.

No less importantly, amid the growing uncertainties in the current international landscape, the code injects predictability into global environmental governance. It provides an invaluable reference for developing countries seeking to balance economic development with environmental protection. It also explicitly encourages international cooperation in green and low-carbon technologies and products, helping Chinese industries enhance their voice in the global value chain.

GT: “Man and nature form a community of life” serves as the important point of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization. How do you understand the philosophical essence of this concept?

Mahoney: Since President Xi illustrated with the “two-integrations” concept, Chinese wisdom has always been present in China’s creative practice of Marxism, and Chinese Marxism has often returned to Chinese wisdom to address new challenges. For example, yinyang thought and the privileging of “and” over “or” was always the distinctive feature of Chinese Marxist understanding of the “unity of opposites.”

GT: Reflecting on the environmental conditions you first observed in China and today’s achievements in ecological civilization, what do you think are the most representative changes you’ve noticed?

Mahoney: In 1998, when I first came to China, I lived in Shenyang for a year. Ecologically and economically, that was a hard time in that city. While the old factories had reached their life cycles and were shutting down, others were still pumping out pollution. Furthermore, people still depended on coal to keep their homes warm, and some of the very poor were burning old tires. Upper-respiratory problems were the norm.

However, Shenyang recorded 328 excellent air days in 2025, while good water quality reached 73.3 percent. The city uses AI and drones for 24/7 ecological monitoring and has established a comprehensive “zero-waste city” program. Meanwhile, total emissions due to coal burning in districts like Huanggu have dropped by approximately 30 percent over the past five years.

GT: “Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets” has become the guiding principle for China’s ecological civilization construction. This principle elucidates the relationship between economic development and ecological protection. Based on your observations, what specific and compelling practices has China adopted to strike a balance between ecological conservation and economic growth?

Mahoney: In addition to substantial systemic improvements, which include formally coupling the new Ecological and Environmental Code with the green development focus of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), we’ve seen many major efforts to ensure a healthy balance between ecological conservation and economic growth.

In technology innovation, China is well known for being the world leader in green technologies associated with EVs as well as renewable energy production. China is also leading the way with innovations related to precision pollution controls. For example, Zhejiang’s “Blue Cycle” program uses IoT and blockchain to manage marine plastic waste with digital traceability.

GT: Chinese modernization prioritizes “man and nature forming a community of life,” defining itself as “a modernization characterized by harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.” What global significance does this contrast hold?

Mahoney: China constructs at home and abroad consistent with green development. Chinese modernization is based on a very different worldview and seeks a very different outcome.

China seeks a win-win, principles-based multilateralism consistent with creating a shared future for humanity.

China realizes that real security and development is a shared human project.

I believe China’s commitment to a multipolar world, its efforts to reinforce and improve multilateralism, its commitment to green innovation and development, can altogether be understood as advancing, step-by-step, as a new internationalism. Furthermore, it can reach a point where it can save the world and hundreds of millions of its peoples from the dark consequences of climate change, injustices and insecurity associated with chronic underdevelopment and brown paradigms.

The article first appeared in the Global Times

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Experience Abu Dhabi: Wego and DCT Abu Dhabi Drive Regional Travel Demand

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DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wego, the number 1 travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) to spotlight the UAE capital as one of the region’s most compelling and culturally rich destinations.

The strategic collaboration will inspire travelers across the MENA region to rediscover Abu Dhabi’s unique blend of heritage, nature, and world-class entertainment. Through targeted digital campaigns and data-driven storytelling, Wego will position Abu Dhabi at the forefront of regional travel consideration, connecting high-intent travelers directly to bookable flights and stays.

From the architectural grandeur of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the artistic mastery of Louvre Abu Dhabi to the pristine shores of Saadiyat Island and the adrenaline of Yas Island’s theme parks, Abu Dhabi offers a seamless fusion of authenticity and innovation. Whether exploring the UNESCO-listed oases of Al Ain Region or venturing into the sweeping dunes of the Rub’ al Khali, visitors can experience a destination that delivers both depth and diversity.

Mamoun Hmidan, Chief Business Officer at Wego, said: “Abu Dhabi continues to set the benchmark for regional tourism, seamlessly uniting rich heritage with transformative, future-ready experiences. Through our partnership with DCT Abu Dhabi, we are leveraging Wego’s market intelligence and reach across MENA to inspire travelers and convert that inspiration into seamless bookings. We are proud to support Abu Dhabi’s tourism vision by connecting millions of travelers to experiences that are both authentic and extraordinary.”

With strong air connectivity, world-class hospitality, and a dynamic cultural and entertainment landscape, Abu Dhabi is increasingly capturing the attention of regional travelers seeking accessible yet enriching escapes.

Abdulla Yousuf, Director of International Operations at DCT Abu Dhabi, added:
“Our collaboration with Wego enables us to amplify Abu Dhabi’s diverse offering to a highly engaged regional audience. As demand grows for meaningful, culturally immersive experiences closer to home, Abu Dhabi is always ready to welcome travelers with exceptional infrastructure, rich heritage, and a year-round calendar of world-class events.”

Together, Wego and DCT Abu Dhabi are accelerating this momentum combining destination expertise with advanced travel technology to inspire discovery and drive measurable growth for the UAE capital.

About Wego

Wego is the number one travel app and the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Combining a dynamic travel marketplace with on-platform bookings, Wego enables travelers to easily search, compare, and book flights and hotels across hundreds of airlines, hotels, and online travel agencies. Beyond its B2C marketplace, Wego also operates WegoPro, a next-generation business travel platform, and WegoBeds, a MENA-focused bedbank. The company is dual-headquartered in Singapore and Dubai with offices in Bangalore and Mumbai.

For more information, visit www.wego.com

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Sagility India Earns Great Place To Work® Certification™ for the Second Consecutive Year; Ranked 11th Among India’s Best Companies to Work For 2026

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BENGALURU, India, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sagility India has been Great Place To Work® Certified™ for the second consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to building a workplace where employees feel trusted, supported and valued. The recognition comes alongside Sagility India’s #11 ranking among India’s Best Companies to Work For 2026, with 93% of employees saying that Sagility is a great place to work. The company was also recognized among the Top 10 India’s Best Workplaces™ for Women, the Top 25 organizations in the Bio-Tech, Life Sciences and Pharma category, and Asia’s Best Workplaces™ for large organizations.

Building on this momentum, Sagility India is now certified as a Great Place to Work® for the second consecutive year, with 93% of employees saying Sagility is a great place to work. What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that it comes directly from employee feedback.

Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviours proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

“Great Place To Work Certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” says Sarah Lewis-Kulin, the Vice President of Global Recognition at Great Place To Work. She emphasises that Certification is the sole official recognition earned by the real-time feedback of employees regarding their company culture. “By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that Sagility stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees.”

These recognitions are the outcome of a consistent focus on creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, included and able to build successful careers.

Aparna Rao Basu, Senior Vice President and Head Human Resources, Sagility India, said:
“Being Great Place to Work-Certified™ for the second consecutive year reflects the trust our people place in Sagility and in each other. We believe a strong culture is built through everyday experiences, meaningful connections and opportunities that help people grow and succeed. Whether it is investing in learning, supporting wellbeing, strengthening inclusion, enabling flexible ways of working or recognizing contributions, our focus remains on creating an environment where employees can build rewarding careers and bring their best selves to work every day. This recognition belongs to our people, and it inspires us to continue raising the bar on the employee experience we create together.”

At Sagility, employee experience is shaped by a culture of listening, connection and action. Regular town halls, listening forums, pulse surveys and manager conversations help capture employee perspectives, with feedback translated into meaningful initiatives and communicated back to employees.

Beyond the workplace, family engagement, celebrations, milestone moments and wellbeing programs strengthen the connection between employees, their families and Sagility—creating an experience where people feel heard, supported and valued.

Recognition is an important part of life at Sagility. From celebrating long-serving employees through Long Service Awards to recognizing individuals and teams who make a difference every day, Sagility believes achievements should be acknowledged and celebrated. Sagility’s rewards and recognition programs reinforce behaviours that reflect values, strengthen teamwork and encourage innovation.

Technology has played an important role in helping people stay connected and productive. Secure work-from-home infrastructure, collaboration tools, virtual learning platforms and digital support systems enable employees to work effectively regardless of location. These capabilities have helped us maintain strong engagement, continuous learning and seamless collaboration across teams.

Sagility’s commitment to people extends beyond engagement. The organisation continues to invest in learning, career development, leadership capability and wellbeing.

Programs such as STRIDE, PACE, STEP and LIFT support employees at different stages of their careers, while initiatives such as S.H.E. Leads, S.H.E. Circle and the Abilities Circle help create opportunities for growth, representation and belonging.

Sagility’s focus on supporting women through important life stages is reflected in S.H.E.’s Back, through which 94% of women return to work after maternity leave. Complementing these efforts is Sagility’s Wonder of Wellness framework, which supports employees across multiple dimensions of wellbeing.

At Sagility, the goal remains unchanged: to create a workplace where people can do meaningful work, build lasting careers, feel supported through life’s transitions and be recognized for the contributions they make every day.

This is the culture the employees have helped build, and the one Sagility remains committed to strengthening year after year.

According to Great Place To Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, and are twice as likely to be paid fairly, earn a fair share of the company’s profits and have a fair chance at promotion.

About Sagility Limited:  

Sagility is a tech-led, U.S. healthcare-focused business operations solutions and services company that supports payers, providers, and their partners in delivering best-in-class operations, enhancing member and provider experiences, and improving the quality of care, all while ensuring cost-effective financial and clinical outcomes. With over two decades of experience, Sagility’s dedicated experts address complex healthcare challenges through deep domain expertise and technology innovations. The company serves six of the top ten payers in the U.S., utilizing its advanced technology, processes, and solutions to ensure efficient operations and minimize additional administrative costs. The company delivers these services through its skilled talent pool of nearly 50,000 professionals across five global service delivery centers located in the US, India, the Philippines, Jamaica, and Colombia.

To learn more, visit: https://sagility.com/  

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MagPro Launches AeroLev 1850 to Advance Water-Smart Cooling for AI Data Centers

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MagPro (also known as Nanjing CIPU Technology Co., Ltd.), a joint venture between CIGU Technology Corp. Ltd. and EPG Data Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., today announced AeroLev 1850, a 1.85 MW-class, 45°C-ready air-cooled, magnetic-bearing chiller platform designed for next-generation AI data centers in water-scarce, high-ambient environments.

As AI computing drives greater power demand and heat density, data-center operators need cooling infrastructure that can scale without increasing dependence on water. AeroLev 1850 combines a cooling-tower-free architecture with oil-free magnetic-levitation technology and intelligent controls to deliver efficient, reliable cooling while reducing water consumption.

At the heart of the platform is a dedicated air-cooled magnetic-levitation compressor with isentropic efficiency of up to 87%. A patented condenser delivers subcooling of more than 3°C, while the standard EC fans further improve energy performance. Together, these technologies deliver up to 40% higher overall energy efficiency and up to 8% lower failure rates compared with conventional oil-lubricated compressors, and up to 10% lower maintenance costs compared with conventional chillers.

By eliminating evaporative cooling water, AeroLev 1850 removes a significant operational constraint for data centers in arid and water-stressed regions. Its free-cooling capability uses ambient air during cooler periods to reduce compressor runtime, power consumption, and operating costs.

The platform is also engineered for the shift toward direct-to-chip and immersion liquid cooling. AeroLev 1850 can supply chilled water at temperatures up to 45°C, supporting emerging high-temperature cooling architectures without requiring major infrastructure reinvestment. Its standardized modular design supports rapid installation and flexible expansion as AI capacity grows.

“As water constraints become a defining consideration for data-center development, AeroLev 1850 advances a resilient model for AI data-center cooling,” said William Wu, General Manager of Nanjing CIPU Technology Co., Ltd. “It enables efficient, reliable compute growth in challenging environments while turning today’s infrastructure into long-term resilience.”

“MagPro marks an important step in our global cooling technology strategy,” said Alick Wan, Founder and Chairman of EPG Data Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. “By combining EPG’s engineering and delivery expertise with CIGU’s core magnetic-levitation technology, we are building resilient, resource-efficient digital infrastructure less dependent on water. AeroLev 1850 reflects our commitment to advancing green data-center infrastructure and a sustainable digital ecosystem worldwide.”

Contact: magpro@magpro.com.cn

About MagPro (Nanjing CIPU Technology Co., Ltd.)

MagPro is a joint venture between CIGU Technology Corp. Ltd. and EPG Data Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., specializing in the research, development, and production of reliable, energy-efficient cooling and air-conditioning systems for AI data centers, cloud, and hyperscales. MagPro operates a more than 6,000-square-meter production base and two air-cooled laboratories, supporting testing of air-cooled units up to 2,000 kW. 

About CIGU Technology Corp. Ltd.

Nanjing CIGU Technology Corp., Ltd. (SSE: 688448) is a STAR Market listed company headquartered in Nanjing, China. Built around its proprietary magnetic levitation (maglev) drive technology, CIGU develops and manufactures a full range of maglev turbomachinery, including chillers, blowers, air compressors, vacuum pumps, and expander generator sets, among others. More than 10,000 maglev units have been delivered worldwide.

About EPG Data Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.

EPG is a prefabricated modular data center infrastructure provider with more than 20 years of experience serving AI, cloud, and hyperscale data centers worldwide. With more than 1,500 employees and manufacturing facilities in Shanghai and Malaysia, EPG delivers end-to-end capabilities across R&D, manufacturing, engineering, project delivery, and operational support. Its integrated portfolio includes modular data-center products, engineering and delivery solutions, and professional services across APAC, Europe, the Middle East, and other strategic markets.

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