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Global Times: Summer Davos reaffirms openness and cooperation amid global uncertainty

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BEIJING, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The opening ceremony of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting of the New Champions 2026, commonly known as Summer Davos, was held in Dalian, Northeast China’s Liaoning Province, on June 24. The need for greater openness and cooperation resonated throughout the lively discussions among Chinese and international participants.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivered an address at the opening plenary of the Summer Davos on June 24 in Dalian, the Xinhua News Agency reported on June 24.

The Chinese economy has maintained “strong resilience and positive momentum” in kicking off the new five-year plan period, he noted, adding that its stability has provided the much-needed certainty and served as an important “safe harbor” in an increasingly uncertain world, Xinhua reported.

“We will expand market access, fully enforce national treatment for foreign enterprises, and keep fostering a world-class business environment. We warmly welcome businesses from around the world to China to invest and do business here, share in the new opportunities we offer, and join us in building a brighter future,” Li said.

For enterprises worldwide, “China Opportunity 2.0” represents comprehensive innovation-driven empowerment and high-return investment prospect, Li said. “For global development, ‘China Opportunity 2.0’ means broader access to advanced technologies and more widely shared development benefits,” he added.

China will continue to participate in global governance on artificial intelligence (AI) and other domains in a responsible and constructive manner, Li said, adding that China will work with related parties to strengthen institutional frameworks and rules, enhance regulatory effectiveness, and forcefully defuse potential risks.

Amid the growing global uncertainty, business leaders from around the world used the forum to voice strong support for openness and cooperation. Chinese experts said the premier’s remarks sent a clear signal of China’s commitment to innovation and opening-up, while the positive expectations voiced by participants toward the Chinese market underscored continued global confidence in the country’s economic prospects and innovation capabilities.

This year, Global leaders including Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, Guinean Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah, Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea (ROK) Kim Min-seok, Mongolian Prime Minister Nyam-Osor Uchral, Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajic, and around 1,800 representatives from government, business, academia, and other sectors around the world, attended the event, according to Xinhua’s report.

2026 marks the first year of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), with the policy direction underscoring the country’s sustained commitment to fostering innovation-led industrial development and further opening-up, experts said.

Amid growing risks of global economic fragmentation, this year’s Summer Davos delivered a clear message: openness, innovation, and cooperation remain essential to growth, and China stands ready to continue serving as a connector and driver of global development, Huang Bin, executive dean of the Institute of Chinese Modernization at Minzu University of China, told the Global Times.

Huang said China’s technological innovation and opening-up is increasingly generating global benefits, especially in AI and the digital economy, where wider use drives faster improvement, and China’s large market, complete industrial chain and rich application scenarios enable rapid technology iteration, supporting both domestic growth and global innovation.

“China is also providing key infrastructure support for the next wave of technological change, including energy, computing power, grids and digital networks, with its strengths in clean energy and digital infrastructure benefiting other countries as well,” he said.

Amid growing global uncertainty, representatives of international companies and institutions expressed support for openness and cooperation, and increasingly see China as a key destination for growth, innovation, collaboration, and market opportunities.

China is becoming an indispensable hub for innovation and consumption in multinational companies’ global strategies, Mark Harrison, Partner at KPMG China, told the Global Times in a statement. Harrison said continued policy support, a commitment to high-level opening-up, and efforts to maintain stable and healthy economic growth are creating a valuable window of opportunity for international businesses to deepen their presence in the Chinese market.

“Through Davos, China has once again sent a message that it is open to cooperation with the world, committed to maintaining stability, and willing to cooperate on energy and other areas. I think this is a very positive message for the international community,” Eric Tse, Chief Executive Officer of Sino Biopharmaceutical Limited, told the reporters after the opening ceremony.

Moreover, China’s signals of innovation and openness have also resonated with international technology companies.

When it comes to innovation, partnerships are crucial. “I believe China is one of the key stakeholders in this whole process. As global innovation continues, China will definitely advance and bring its power to the world,” Tse said.

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Kontron Launches Two New KBox F-Series Industrial Computers To Bring Greater Flexibility and Scalability to Industrial Edge Computing

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TAIPEI, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), expands its KBox F-Series with the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, two compact industrial computers designed to address diverse requirements in intelligent Industry 4.0, edge computing and industrial IoT applications.

Both systems are powered by 12th, 13th or 14th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 S-Series socket-type processors with a TDP of up to 65 W and support up to 96 GB DDR5 memory, providing a scalable computing foundation for demanding industrial applications requiring flexible performance configuration and long-term deployment.

The KBox F-203-RPS offers two LAN configurations with either two or four GbE ports, allowing customers to select the connectivity level that best fits their applications. The dual-LAN configuration provides an efficient solution for general industrial computing, equipment control and edge applications, while the four-LAN configuration offers additional network connectivity for applications involving multiple devices or network segments, such as machine vision, industrial automation and IoT gateways.

For applications requiring greater system expandability, the KBox F-204-RPS provides one PCIe x16 or two PCIe x8 expansion slots, offering the flexibility to integrate graphics, networking, AI acceleration or other add-on cards according to specific application requirements. With support for up to four 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs, it also provides extensive storage scalability for data-intensive workloads. These capabilities make the KBox F-204-RPS particularly suitable for industrial edge computing, machine vision, video processing and applications requiring additional functionality or large local data storage.

Together, the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS enable customers to select the configuration that best matches their requirements, from a slimmer, network-focused industrial computer to a highly expandable edge computing platform.

To learn more about KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, refer to https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-203-rps/p301099 and https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-204-rps/p311867.

About Kontron

At Kontron, we champion IoT and Industry 4.0, by creating secure, state-of-the-art solutions that span hardware, software and services. Our approach speeds market entry, reduces the cost of ownership, and offers longevity, ensuring our role as your trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, please visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.

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Mouser Electronics Brings Smart Sensing Solutions to PSECE 2026

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, announces its participation in the 21st Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE 2026) from October 26 to 28 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines. This event underscores Mouser’s commitment to supporting the region’s growing electronics design community with immediate access to cutting-edge technologies.

Visitors are invited to meet the Mouser team at Booth #110-111 to explore new products and practical design resources. The booth features a live demonstration of Würth Elektronik’s smart sensing and visual indication solutions, integrating environmental and motion sensing with programmable visual feedback and wireless connectivity. This interactive display illustrates how modern devices can detect physical conditions and translate them into clear, immediate visual data, addressing the critical need for reliable intelligence in connected systems.

“As we advance into an era of interconnected intelligence, Mouser remains committed to bridging the gap between cutting-edge components and real-world application,” said Daphne Tien, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Mouser APAC. “Our presence at PSECE 2026 underscores our dedication to empowering engineers with the tools they need to innovate. We look forward to fostering a vibrant ecosystem where technology translates into tangible progress for the Philippines and beyond.”

Mouser’s participation highlights its strategic objective to strengthen ties with local partners and accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies. By providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the company aims to help design communities turn promising prototypes into practical applications.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gather invaluable insights, learn industry best practices, and connect with professionals from across the region. The booth also features interactive activities where visitors can win premium gadgets and engineering tools, making innovative technology more approachable for everyone.

To learn more about Mouser’s presence at PSECE 2026, visit https://www.mouser.ph/psece-seipi/. 

For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit https://www.mouser.com/newsroom/.

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Workato Launches Self-Serve Platform in Singapore, Opening Enterprise AI to a Broader Community of Builders

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New offering gives developers, students, and customers access to the full power of Workato’s enterprise-grade engine to build AI agents and MCP servers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today announced the launch of a new self-service offering that gives customers, developers, and students across Asia access to the Workato platform to govern and scale their AI initiatives, including building and productionizing AI agents and MCP servers.

Making AI accessible has been at the heart of Workato’s mission the past several years. Through the AI Institute Alliance, unveiled in September 2025, Workato partnered with leading institutes of higher learning across Singapore, including Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the Singapore University of Social Sciences, and the National University of Singapore. The initiative equipped students and educators with automation and AI skills.

The AI Lab, which opened a year later, extended that commitment further into the public sector through its partnership with EDB, and into inclusive hiring through SG Enable.

The newly launched self-serve platform will provide users access to:

A free account to start building immediately, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan, no contract required, as projects growThe ability to build recipes, Agents/Genies, and MCP servers directly on the platformThe same governed, enterprise-grade engine that powers Workato’s largest deploymentsA path built for independent developers, students, and small teams, as well as large enterprises

Since launching in 2026 in North America, Workato has seen rapid growth in the builder community. The platform is enterprise grade, but free to get started. As builders solve problems for their business, they can grow by upgrading to a paid plan. With this launch in Singapore, Workato is making an investment in the local builder community.

“The next era of AI won’t be defined by who has access to intelligence, but by who can turn it into action. We’re putting the same enterprise-grade power trusted by the world’s largest companies into the hands of every builder. We want everyone to be able to transform how their business operates,” said Rishi Mallik, Chief Growth Officer, Workato. 

Workato showcased its self-serve platform and broader community initiatives at World of Workato (WOW) 2026 in Singapore.

Builders can sign up now at https://app.trial.workato.com/users/sign_up_trial?utm_content=sg_wow2026.

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 17,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

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