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ChangAn Automobile’s Rayong Factory in Thailand Officially Launches Production, Boosting the Kingdom’s Drive to Become a Southeast Asian Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Hub

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RAYONG, Thailand, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ChangAn Automobile (“ChangAn” or “the Company”), an intelligent low-carbon mobility technology company, officially commenced production at its first international new energy vehicle factory in Rayong, Thailand on May 16, 2025. Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand, ChangAn’s 28.59-millionth vehicle successfully rolled off the production line on the day. The factory boosts Thailand’s push to build a Southeast Asian EV hub and strengthens ChinaThailand automotive cooperation. It accelerates ChangAn’s Vast Ocean Plan by exporting whole industries, showcasing the Company’s global expansion potential and positioning Thailand as a launchpad for sustainable growth and Chinese innovation worldwide.

According to ASEAN Briefing, Thailand is the largest automobile manufacturer and exporter in Southeast Asia, with the automotive sector contributing 10-11% of its GDP. The Thai government actively promotes the development of the electric vehicle industry and plans to achieve 30% electric vehicle production of total automobile production by 2030. ChangAn’s investment of 10 billion baht into the Rayong Plant is a direct response to the growing demand for electric vehicles in Thailand and across ASEAN.

Spanning 245 rai (approximately 392,000 square metres), the Rayong Factory features five main workshops. Based on a “green and intelligent” design concept, the facility uses daylight optimisation, solar power, and water recycling to achieve lower energy consumption per vehicle. Advanced automation and digital simulations boost production efficiency and flexibility. Marking a key step in ChangAn’s globalisation, future plans include improving processes, enhancing local partnerships, and deepening Sino-Thai cooperation in sustainable mobility and innovation.

In August 2023, ChangAn established three subsidiaries and named Thailand as its regional headquarters. In October, the Thai Investment Committee approved investment for new energy vehicle production, including pure electric and extended-range models. In November 2023, ChangAn broke ground on the Rayong Factory, officially starting construction. Committed to long-term localisation, ChangAn aims to build the Rayong Plant into a benchmark for its global manufacturing network. The factory will produce models from its three major brands, CHANG-AN, DEEPAL, and AVATR. Production capacity is set to grow from 100,000 vehicles annually to 200,000 by 2027.

On launch day, ChangAn’s 28.59-millionth vehicle — a right-hand-drive DEEPAL S05 — rolled off its assembly line, bringing new technological intelligence to Thai and global drivers alike. Models such as the DEEPAL S07, E07, and AVATR 11 have already launched in Thailand, with cumulative sales exceeding 14,000 units and placing ChangAn among the top four in the country’s NEV market.

ChangAn adheres to the principle of “In Thailand, For Thailand” as it expands across Southeast Asia. A Thai spare parts warehouse will be established in Rayong as the global right-hand-drive parts centre, aiming for 98% satisfaction and 24-hour delivery. Local digital platforms will be upgraded with AI-powered smart control, predictive maintenance, battery monitoring, and remote diagnostics. The Company also expects to create over 30,000 upstream and downstream jobs in Thailand through industrial development and social responsibility initiatives.

ChangAn’s Vast Ocean Plan continues to accelerate its global expansion, with operations now spanning five major international markets that have been elevated to the same strategic level as China, aiming to grow global market capacity from 30 to  50 million. The Company has filed over 14,000 patents in the past three years—70% of which are for inventions—reflecting its strong R&D capabilities. With nine KD plants and one full vehicle plant already operational, ChangAn is building a robust global production network in countries such as Kazakhstan and Egypt. It has also launched its brand in 22 countries across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, supported by over 9,000 sales outlets worldwide. ESG investments exceed 30 million yuan annually, supporting public welfare worldwide.

Prior to the launch ceremony, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met with Mr. Zhu Huarong, Chairman of ChangAn Automobile, who expressed his sincere gratitude to the Thai government for its long-term support. He commented that in the future, ChangAn will uphold the spirit of mutually beneficial cooperation to make greater contributions to Thailand’s economic and social development and drive the global auto industry forward.

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AFP Launches No Code AI for Finance Certificate to Upskill Finance Teams

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New certificate empowers financial professionals with real-world AI skills that don’t require programming expertise

ROCKVILLE, Md., April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) announced the launch of its No Code AI for Finance Certificate Program. Taught by an AI expert with a background in finance and operations, the virtual on-demand program goes beyond theory, providing practical applications of AI in finance.

Key takeaways

Practical curriculum: The certificate course, developed through feedback from finance practitioners, provides hands-on exercises and lessons on building a data foundation, training and interpreting machine learning models, generating insights with generative AI and embedding ethics in AI adoptionSelf-paced learning: Once registered for the certificate, eight hours of on-demand content across four modules are available in AFP Learn.Professional recognition: The certificate course is eligible for 9.6 CTP, FPAC and CCM Credits and provides a Digital Badge and printable certificate upon successful completion.

Why it matters
The finance function is at a critical turning point. Data volumes are growing while finance professionals are increasingly being asked to do more with less. The No Code AI for Finance Certificate equips teams to scale their impact by automating labor-intensive workflows and speeding up processes while maintaining accuracy.

Comprehensive curriculum
The certificate program includes four modules that are tailored to the specific needs of finance professionals:

Data Foundations for Trustworthy Finance Analytics: Learn about decision cycles AI can shorten, mitigation tactics for AI hallucinations, and the difference between supervised, unsupervised and generative tasks.Understanding the Full Machine Learning Process and Its Results: Learn to frame finance machine learning problems correctly, choose and defend the right success metrics for each task and translate model results into business-ready insights.Generative AI for Finance: Smarter Questions, Faster Insights: Learn to write prompts for GenAI, generate and refine GenAI-supported data-prep code, pressure test insights with GenAI and apply guardrails for GenAI.From AI Capability to Adoption & Ethics by Design: Learn to select and prioritize a first AI pilot, design an operating cadence, draft an ethics and risk control sheet, and define ROI and adoption KPIs.

Each module includes downloadable assets to help learners apply the lessons to their day-to-day work.

Key quote
“At AFP, we recognized a clear need for training that addresses finance-specific applications of AI. This certificate acts as a bridge to connect financial professionals to the transformative power of AI, ensuring they remain the indispensable strategic partners their organizations require,” said Pat Culkin, President & CEO of AFP.

Ready to lead AI adoption in your finance team?
Enroll in the certificate program and begin working toward the No Code AI for Finance Certificate.

FAQs
Who should enroll in this certificate program?
The program is designed for financial professionals at all levels looking to integrate AI into their workflows.

Are there any prerequisites for the course?
There are no prerequisites for this course. It is accessible to professionals of all technical backgrounds. No coding knowledge is required.

How is the course delivered?
The course consists of eight hours of on-demand content across four modules, which can be completed at the learner’s own pace.

How much does it cost to enroll in the certificate program?
The certificate program is $295 for AFP members and $495 for non-members.

About AFP®
Headquartered outside of Washington, D.C., and located regionally in Singapore, the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) is the professional society committed to advancing the success of treasury and finance members and their organizations. Established and administered by AFP, the Certified Treasury Professional and Certified Corporate FP&A Professional credentials set standards of excellence in treasury and finance. Each year, AFP hosts the largest networking conference worldwide for about 7,000 corporate financial professionals.

Media contact
Joe Hodanich
Senior Director, Digital Strategy & Content
Association for Financial Professionals
Email: jhodanich@financialprofessionals.org

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KT Corp. Files 2025 Annual Report on Form 20-F

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SEOUL, South Korea, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KT Corporation (NYSE: KT), South Korea’s largest integrated telecom and digital platform service provider, announced that it has filed its Form 20- F Annual Report on April 29th, 2026 for the year ended December 31, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission of the United States. The report can be accessed on KT’s English website at https://corp.kt.com/eng in the Investors section under Business Report as well as the SEC’s Edgar database at www.sec.gov. Shareholders may also request a hard copy of the Form 20-F Annual Report that includes audited financial statements of 2025, free of charge, by sending an e-mail to the Company’s IR department at ktir@kt.com.

About KT Corporation (KRX: 030200; NYSE: KT)

KT Corporation is the leading integrated telecommunications and platform service provider based in South Korea. Principal services include mobile, Broadband, IPTV, B2B communications, and fixed-line telephony. The Company has industry-leading market presence in Broadband, media services, and fixed-line telephony by maintaining the No.1 market share positions. Also, the Company is the No.1 player in B2B communications and offers a wide range of digital transformation services (DC, Cloud, AI, etc.). Additionally, the Company possesses a well-balanced portfolio of diverse subsidiaries focusing on media/content, financial services, real estate developments, and commerce industries.

Forward-Looking Statements

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about us and the industries in which we operate. The forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “project,” “should,” and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, the discussions of our business strategy and expectations concerning our market position, future operations, margins, profitability, liquidity and capital resources. We caution you that reliance on any forward-looking statement involves risks and uncertainties, and that although we believe that the assumptions on which our forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, any of those assumptions could prove to be inaccurate, and, as a result, the forward-looking statements based on those assumptions could be incorrect. The uncertainties in this regard include, but are not limited to, those identified in the risk factors discussed above. In light of these and other uncertainties, you should not conclude that we will necessarily achieve any plans and objectives or projected financial results referred to in any of the forward-looking statements. We do not undertake to release the results of any revisions of these forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances.

IR department:
+82-70-4193-4036
ktir@kt.com

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SK TELECOM CO. LTD. FILES ITS ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 20-F

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SEOUL, South Korea, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On April 29, 2026, SK Telecom Co., Ltd. filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2025 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The 2025 Annual Report on Form 20-F can be viewed on www.sktelecom.com, as well as from the website of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov. Printed copies of SK Telecom’s complete audited financial statements (including footnotes) as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025 can be requested, free of charge, by written request to skt.ir@sk.com.

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