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The Independent
13-06-2025
- Health
- The Independent
TCM offers alternative treatment for pets
When Fubao's owner approached Guo Mengxuan, a veterinarian in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, to help treat her paralysed tabby cat, she had already been told by several experts that her beloved furry feline friend would never walk again. That's when Guo turned to a traditional treatment that has been used in China to treat animals for thousands of years and that is little known elsewhere — traditional Chinese veterinary medicine, or TCVM. 'The cat had been diagnosed with a severe spinal cord injury and had missed the optimal window for surgery. Other clinics said it would never walk again and would require lifelong assistance when relieving itself,' Guo said. But Guo, trained in both veterinary pharmaceuticals and TCVM, decided to treat Fubao with acupuncture. 'For about three months, the cat received acupuncture three times a week,' she said. 'Gradually, it regained the ability to stand, walk and even partially control its bladder and bowel functions.' Guo, who practises at Loving Care International Pet Hospital, said a growing number of pet owners in China are turning to TCVM when regular treatments fail. Similar to traditional Chinese medicine for humans, the use of TCVM as a medical regimen for animals has been practised in China for over 2,000 years, and focuses on balancing the body's qi, or life energy. Fubao's case represents the potential of acupuncture and other TCVM therapies in treating a host of animal ailments. In China, the number of pet dogs and cats has risen steadily since 2017, reaching 124 million in 2023 — a 2.1 per cent increase from the year before, according to a report released by in December. Guo said Loving Care International Pet Hospital treats an average of 70 pets per day, and sometimes as many as 100. 'About one-tenth of them visit the hospital's TCVM department,' she said. 'On my busiest day, I handled 17 acupuncture cases.' Guo said that TCVM consultations begin with observation — examining the pet's skin, fur, tongue and breath. 'Pets with late-stage kidney disease often exhale a distinct urine-like odor, which is an indicator of kidney failure,' she said. 'We also conduct a comprehensive evaluation that includes questioning owners about the pet's daily habits — appetite, water consumption, urinary and bowel patterns, and behavioural changes,' she added. 'Additionally, we can check the pulse of the pets through the femoral artery in their hind legs.' Hu Yusheng, an associate professor at China Agricultural University's college of veterinary medicine, said common TCVM treatments involve acupuncture, herbal medicines and massages. 'TCVM has a long history of treating trauma-induced paralysis and other external injuries. But these days, we are seeing an increasing number of paralysis cases related to congenital abnormalities caused by selective breeding,' Hu said. Take French bulldogs — well-beloved for their adorable appearance — as an example, Hu said. 'The breed is predisposed to intervertebral disc disease, which often leads to paralysis. Such cases might seem hopeless from a conventional veterinary perspective. But through TCVM, we can regulate qi, blood flow and organ function to help these animals recover mobility,' he said. 'We've successfully treated many such cases — with results that have surprised us and delighted pet owners,' he added. Thanks to advancements in lifestyle, diets and veterinary medicine, dogs are living longer and TCVM offers valuable solutions for maintaining their quality of life in their senior years, according to Hu. 'Many cats and dogs live into their teens or even 20s. The oldest dog I've treated was 24 years old,' he said. 'In their final days, many pet owners want to give their companions the best possible quality of life.' Hu said that the most outstanding and valuable characteristic of TCVM is its philosophy regarding life and disease. 'It seeks harmony between the animal's body and its environment, and pursues a win-win solution rather than an approach of suppression and resistance,' he said. 'It is a booming and promising sector that is gaining recognition not only in China, but also overseas.'
New Straits Times
28-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Steel industry doubts China will enforce output cut plans
SINGAPORE: China says it wants to cut crude steel output this year but traders and steelmakers are betting Beijing won't follow through as industry profitability improves and trade tensions weigh on the economy. The world's largest steel producer in March unveiled plans to cut output and restructure its giant steel sector to address overcapacity which has long plagued the industry and is spilling over into export markets and angering trade partners. But at the flagship Singapore International Ferrous Week conference, conversations with fifteen traders, steelmakers, analysts and hedge funds all had the same message: the cuts are unlikely to be enforced. Profitability is improving across the industry driven by unexpectedly strong demand, undercutting some of the logic of reining in output in the first place, they said. In the year to April industry profits hit 16.9 billion yuan (US$2.35 billion), versus a loss of 22.2 billion yuan in the same period last year. Participants bet the turnaround will make Beijing less likely to crack down, especially as the trade war with the United States makes policymakers sensitive about maintaining economic growth. There's even less incentive for the local governments where many of these steel mills are an important contributor to the growth targets officials are assessed against. "When mills could make some money after grappling with survival in the past two years, no one has the motivation to slash output," said a manager from a medium-scale Chinese steelmaker on condition of anonymity. Chinese crude steel output rose 0.4 per cent between January and April this year. In China, the absence of public orders from Beijing since the March announcement was a sign for many at the conference that the output cuts will be limited or only halfheartedly enforced. Chinese consultancy Fubao said in late April that while provincial targets for output cuts had been finalised, there were doubts about whether steel mills would actually follow through. "Some provincial governments will rely on steel to help with GDP," said Mengtian Jiang, chief ferrous metals analyst of Harizon Insights. "Steel mills are making money especially with domestic coking price having almost halved, so I do not see that China's steel output will be down much." Steel exports may fall 3 per cent-4 per cent this year, but that will not impact China's steel output much, she added. ($1 = 7.1976 Chinese yuan renminbi)
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
NetDragon Participates in Digital China Summit for the 8th Consecutive Year, Pioneering AI-Driven Innovation in Gaming and Education
HONG KONG, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited ("NetDragon" or the "Company"; Hong Kong Stock Code: 0777), a global leader in building internet communities, is pleased to announce its participation in the 8th Digital China Summit, recently held in Fuzhou, Fujian Province. As a participant for the eighth consecutive year, NetDragon showcased its latest advancements under its core strategies of "AI + Gaming" and "AI + Education." By responding to the "Digital China" strategy, NetDragon continues to leverage AI to empower the gaming, cultural tourism, and education industries, contributing to the high-quality development of the digital economy. NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited Logo (PRNewsfoto/NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limi) At the summit, NetDragon demonstrated the integration of technology and culture through innovative digital cultural-tourism projects. Among the highlights was the "Fantasy Ride Wuyi•Nine-Bend Roaming" VR horse-riding simulator, which utilizes cutting-edge digital scanning, drone technology, 3D modeling, and Unreal Engine technology to recreate the iconic landscapes of Wuyi Mountain, including Nine-Bend Stream and Dawang Peak. This immersive VR experience allows visitors to explore the scenic beauty of the ancient Tea Route. This project is also part of the "Digital Shanhai: Reimagining Fujian Tourism through Games" initiative, co-launched with Xinhua News and Information Center and other partners, to promote Fujian's tourism through gamification. Additionally, NetDragon introduced "Fubao," an AI-powered digital character representing Fujian's "Fu (Fortune)" culture. Fubao, along with the Company's virtual CEO Tang Yu, made their debut as "AI tourism ambassadors," engaging attendees in real-time Q&A about Fujian's tourism attractions and unique culture. This demonstration underscores NetDragon's expertise in AI-driven content generation and gamified interactive experiences, creating value through the synergy of gaming and cultural tourism. In the education sector, NetDragon unveiled its vision for future learning with the intelligent education service institution EDA and the self-learning tool "Future Lab," reinforcing its vision of a personalized, global learning ecosystem. EDA leverages advanced AI technologies to deliver customized learning experiences, spanning across the full spectrum of lifelong learning. "Future Lab," as part of the EDA ecosystem, aims to provide immersive learning experiences for middle and high school students in subjects such as math, physics, and chemistry. NetDragon is also advancing the development of "interactive educational games" that prioritize learner-driven engagement and immersive learning, redefining traditional teaching methodologies, and enriching EDA with high-quality content.
Malaysian Reserve
07-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
NetDragon Participates in Digital China Summit for the 8th Consecutive Year, Pioneering AI-Driven Innovation in Gaming and Education
HONG KONG, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited ('NetDragon' or the 'Company'; Hong Kong Stock Code: 0777), a global leader in building internet communities, is pleased to announce its participation in the 8th Digital China Summit, recently held in Fuzhou, Fujian Province. As a participant for the eighth consecutive year, NetDragon showcased its latest advancements under its core strategies of 'AI + Gaming' and 'AI + Education.' By responding to the 'Digital China' strategy, NetDragon continues to leverage AI to empower the gaming, cultural tourism, and education industries, contributing to the high-quality development of the digital economy. At the summit, NetDragon demonstrated the integration of technology and culture through innovative digital cultural-tourism projects. Among the highlights was the 'Fantasy Ride Wuyi•Nine-Bend Roaming' VR horse-riding simulator, which utilizes cutting-edge digital scanning, drone technology, 3D modeling, and Unreal Engine technology to recreate the iconic landscapes of Wuyi Mountain, including Nine-Bend Stream and Dawang Peak. This immersive VR experience allows visitors to explore the scenic beauty of the ancient Tea Route. This project is also part of the 'Digital Shanhai: Reimagining Fujian Tourism through Games' initiative, co-launched with Xinhua News and Information Center and other partners, to promote Fujian's tourism through gamification. Additionally, NetDragon introduced 'Fubao,' an AI-powered digital character representing Fujian's 'Fu (Fortune)' culture. Fubao, along with the Company's virtual CEO Tang Yu, made their debut as 'AI tourism ambassadors,' engaging attendees in real-time Q&A about Fujian's tourism attractions and unique culture. This demonstration underscores NetDragon's expertise in AI-driven content generation and gamified interactive experiences, creating value through the synergy of gaming and cultural tourism. In the education sector, NetDragon unveiled its vision for future learning with the intelligent education service institution EDA and the self-learning tool 'Future Lab,' reinforcing its vision of a personalized, global learning ecosystem. EDA leverages advanced AI technologies to deliver customized learning experiences, spanning across the full spectrum of lifelong learning. 'Future Lab,' as part of the EDA ecosystem, aims to provide immersive learning experiences for middle and high school students in subjects such as math, physics, and chemistry. NetDragon is also advancing the development of 'interactive educational games' that prioritize learner-driven engagement and immersive learning, redefining traditional teaching methodologies, and enriching EDA with high-quality content. In recent years, NetDragon has advanced its strategy of integrating education and industry by expanding its vocational education efforts internationally and nurturing eSports talent. During the summit, NetDragon co-hosted a China–Thailand collegiate eSports friendship match with Fuzhou Software Technology Vocational College (FSTVC), providing a platform for cultural exchange while demonstrating NetDragon's innovative approach to exporting vocational education services. Through its industry-education integration model and joint programs, FSTVC is exploring new revenue streams. Notably, NetDragon's vocational education project in Thailand was included in the 'Thousand Sails Going Global' initiative in 2024, led by China's Ministry of Commerce together with five other ministries, marking a significant milestone in the Company's global industry-education integration efforts. In collaboration with Rokid, NetDragon also showcased its AI + AR innovations at the summit. By integrating 'Fubao' into Rokid's AR glasses, attendees were able to explore virtual experiences of Wuyi Mountain, digital art galleries, and polar molecular structures. Rokid, a key strategic investment project of NetDragon, specializes in developing AR hardware and software ecosystems. NetDragon is building an 'AI + AR' content ecosystem, leveraging AR applications across gaming, education, and tourism to create immersive digital experiences. As part of its ongoing commitment to the 'Digital China' initiative, NetDragon continues to expand its 'Digital Smart+' innovation approach, promoting the integration of digital technologies across the economic, cultural, social, and ecological development. Looking ahead, NetDragon is committed to working with global partners in education, cultural tourism, and digital creativity to drive further growth in the digital economy and contribute to the development of new digital economic advantages. About NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (HKSE: 0777) is a global leader in building internet communities with a long track record of developing and scaling multiple internet and mobile platforms that impact hundreds of millions of users, including previous establishments of China's first online gaming portal, and China's most influential smartphone app store platform, 91 Wireless. Established in 1999, NetDragon is one of the most reputable and well-known online game developers in China with a history of successful game titles including Eudemons Online, Heroes Evolved, Conquer Online and Under Oath. In the past 10 years, NetDragon has also achieved success with its online education business both domestically and globally, and its overseas education business entity, currently a U.S.-listed subsidiary named is a global leader in interactive technology and its award-winning interactive displays and software can be found in more than 1 million learning and training spaces across 126 countries. For investor enquiries, please contact: NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited Ms. Maggie ZhouSenior Director of Investor Relations Email: maggiezhou@ / ir@ Website: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited
