DTN News - TECHNOLOGY NEWS: Fleishman Dominates PublicAffairsAsia Gold Standard Awards Capturing All Top Three Trophies

Asia News Report: DTN News - TECHNOLOGY NEWS: Fleishman Dominates PublicAffairsAsia Gold Standard Awards Capturing All Top Three Trophies
*FH APAC Named Regional Consultancy Network of the Year
*Shin Tanaka Awarded for Professional Excellence
*FH Japan Named In-Country Consultancy of the Year

Source: DTN News - - This article compiled by Roger Smith from reliable sources PublicAffairsAsia
(NSI News Source Info) SINGAPORE - November 9, 2012: Fleishman-Hillard was the most decorated agency at The Gold Standard Awards organized by PublicAffairsAsia at the Foreign Correspondents Club in Hong Kong. 

Our Asia Pacific team was bestowed Regional Consultancy Network of the Year in recognition of extraordinary growth, introduction of new strategic offerings such as the Global Capital Markets Services, the Global China Practice, FH Majlis; success of new public affairs firm, VOX Global Japan; and the expansion of our Chinese client portfolio. The judges noted that Fleishman-Hillard “continues to take a lead role in the development of the wider PR industry” with our new China Masters Exchange program involving partnerships with leading universities and the fast-tracking of Mandarin-speaking graduates through our US and European networks to FH Greater China, enhancing FH’s capability of serving Chinese clients worldwide.

FH Japan President & Founder Shin Tanaka received another of the highest honors at the event, theGold Standard Award for Professional Excellence, marking 15 years of building and shaping the communications industry in Japan. His contributions are best summed up by Mr. Motohisa Furukawa, former Minister for National Policy of the Japanese government, who said: “Inspiration from Mr. Tanaka was the catalyst for the establishment of the Office of Global Communications as a function of the Japanese Prime Minister’s Office. I hope that Mr Tanaka continues his contributions to Japan’s competitiveness on the global stage with his keen strategic communications thinking and insights.”

Because Shin had a command performance at a CEO event in Tokyo, his acceptance speech was delivered via video. Shin modestly told the audience, “the most meaningful contribution of my career has been the Fukushima Conference, which gave the people of Japan a voice. Fukushima’s experience is not just Japan’s experience. It is very important for the world to follow Fukushima’s response and recovery as social sustainability is going to be the core issue for the rest of the world for the coming decades.”

He added that“Japanese enterprises are embracing the power of communications. At the same time, there will be thousands of Japanese companies starting to globalize in a true manner. I believe that this movement will be among the leading drivers elevating the global communications industry to a next level.”

FH Japan captured the highest single office honors asIn-Country Consultancy of the Year. This award is open to all of Asia Pacific and recognizes full-service corporate communications and public affairs excellence. The judges cited “Fleishman-Hillard Japan’s innovative approach to communications also applies to cliet counseling and new product development. Revenue growth of the FHJ business from the office’s founding in 1997 through to 2012 has achieved a compound annual growth rate of 29%.” The award recognizes the consolidated FHJ group of companies: VOX Global Japan, BlueCurrent Japan, and Fleishman-Hillard Japan which includes CCW.

2012 has truly been an award-winning record year for Fleishman-Hillard Japan, which has achieved pre-eminent status as the largest and most reputable foreign-owned multinational communications consultancy in the country.

But, there’s more! On the same night, BlueCurrent Japan proudly accepted the top award forSocial Communications from the Japan PR Association. The project “Teach us! The Committee for Dehydration Prevention” was launched this summer when a growing proportion of Japan’s population was suffering from severe dehydration. The client, a pharmaceutical company, tasked BCJ to increase awareness of the issue and to teach people how to prevent dehydration.

The team put together a highly strategic community outreach program, including influencer engagement, qualitative research, public events, media relations and a dedicated website for the campaign. A term coined by the group of influencers – “Pre-Dehydration” -- reached an awareness of 73.7% in just two months. The client’s product sales increased 150%, achieving their full-year sales target in three months.

Clearly, all of these awards were exceptionally well-earned.They reflect the growing influence, quality and stature of our firm in Asia Pacific. Moreover, they recognize our expanded services and artfully integrated solutions that are making a major positive impact on clients’ businesses.

In a word – wow! Big congratulations to everyone. This is a proud moment we all share -- with each other, and our clients.
Enjoy. You’ve earned it!

Read more about how these accolades were earned in the attached excerpts from the awards program and online at http://www.publicaffairsasia.net/goldstandard/winners.html.

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DTN News - 2012 NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS: 2012 Hong Kong ~ Predicted To Be For The People Year - Photo Courtsey Robie Seth

Asia News Report: DTN News - 2012 NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS: 2012 Hong Kong ~ Predicted To Be For The People Year - Photo Courtsey Robie Seth

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(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - December 31, 2011: Revellers around the world are celebrating the end of 2011 and starting to see in 2012. Hong Kong property prices and rents expected to fall in 2012

In Hong Kong the countdown to 2012 was made in giant illuminated numbers on the side of a skyscraper facing the harbour. Toronto, Canada is 12 hours behind Hong Kong. Photo Courtsey Robie Seth



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DTN News - SPECIAL FEATURE ON SPORTS: China Shows Supremacy On The Court By Clean Sweep - 2011 Yonex Sunrise Hong Kong Open Super Series

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DTN News - SPECIAL FEATURE ON SPORTS: China Shows Supremacy On The

Court By Clean Sweep - 2011 Yonex Sunrise Hong Kong Open Super Series

Source: DTN News - - This article compiled by Roger Smith from reliable sources By Gregory Chan & BWF

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada - November 20, 2011:Chinese badminton player Chen Jin reacts during the awards ceremony after being defeated by compatriot Lin Dan in their men's singles final at the Hong Kong Open badminton tournament on November 20, 2011. Olympic and four-time world champion Lin Dan crushed Chen Jin 21-12, 21-19 in an all-Chinese men's singles final at the Hong Kong Open, drawing an emphatic line under a recent indifferent spell.

China dominated the US$250,000 Yonex Sunrise Hong Kong Open when they won all five titles at stake as Wang Xin and Wang Xiaoli joined an elite cast of shuttlers who have won three consecutive OSIM BWF World Superseries titles.

An all-Chinese sweep could not be prevented, as both Korea and Denmark fell at the last hurdle during finals day of the 2011 Yonex Sunrise Hong Kong Open Super Series.

By Gregory Chan, Badzine Correspondent live in Hong Kong. Photos: Badmintonphoto (live)

Koreans fall short

The Koreans had the best chance to prevent a 100% Chinese win of all titles at stake on Sunday in the Hong Kong Coliseum.

World #2 Jung Jae Sung / Lee Yong Dae were up against World Champions and top seeds Cai Yun / Fu Haifeng and were brimming with confidence, having actually won their last 3 meetings with the 4-time World Champions from China.

It was also the longest and most exciting match of the day as both pairs kept the crowds on the edge of their seats with some excellent play. The Koreans won the first game 21-14, withstanding the onslaught of attacks from the Chinese with their defending prowess. It was a seesaw battle in the second game as the lead changed hands constantly between the two pairs.

Jung and Lee had match points, twice, at 20-19 and 21-20, but both were saved brilliantly by the Chinese. The Chinese themselves had 2 games points blocked but hung on bravely to win the second game 24-22.

The 3^rd game saw the Koreans being 2 points away from the match when they led 19-15, but the Chinese managed to score 6 points in a row to take the game and match 21-19.

“I think the Koreans were a bit rushed to win the championship towards the end of the second and third games. We were mentally strong and kept calm even when we were trailing,” commented Cai Yun after the match.

Both Chinese players also thanked the crowd for their support and attributed their win to that support.

One Chinese too many

Defending champions in the mixed doubles Joachim Fischer Nielsen / Christinna Pedersen of Denmark couldn’t make it three Super Series titles in a row when they lost out to the tournament’s top seeds Zhang Nan / Zhao Yunlei in 3 games 21-15, 17-21, 17-21. It was their first loss the Chinese in five meetings.

The Danes were brilliant in the first game, varying the attack very well from the backcourt and holding the edge in flat and fast exchanges at the mid-court, causing the Chinese to make some errors. The first game went to Danes 21-15.

The second game began quite similarly to the first, as the Danes continued their pressure play from the back and at the net, and they were leading 11-6 at the mid-game interval. But the reigning World Champions from China didn’t buckle under pressure. Encouraged by the chants of support from the Chinese crowd, they increased their level of play, channelling most of their attacks to Christinna Pedersen. Add to that a few uncharacteristic errors from the Danes, and the Chinese managed to win the second game 21-17.

As with all their previous matches, the winner had to be decided by a third game. It was neck-and-neck all the way in the final game, and the two pairs were still tied at 16-all but it was the Chinese who managed to surge ahead and win the 3^rd game 21-17, taking away the title from the Danes.

“We played really well in the first game and were leading quite comfortably in the second. But then we had troubles with the draft at our side of the court,” said Joachim after the match.

“It’s really unfortunate that we lost today. We just have to go back now and assess our game.”

The Danes were also disappointed that they didn’t bring their A-game in the finals as they had played very well throughout the whole week.

“Of course we are disappointed, but we just have to take the positives from Hong Kong. For next week’s China Open, we will just have to be ready right from the first round,” said Christinna after the match.

Another Dane bites the dust

The second Dane who lost in today’s finals was Tine Baun, beaten in straight games by China’s Wang Xin, and thus taking their head-to-head count to a massive 9-0 for her diminutive Chinese opponent.

Tine started the first game well, and was able to stay with the Chinese left-hander, trailing by just 2 points at the mid-game interval. But from then on, it was all about the Chinese as she won the first game 21-17.

The second game was even straightforward for the Chinese, as the Dane ran out of ideas on how to outmanoeuvre her opponent. Wang Xin ran away with the game and the match, winning the second 21-14.

“I started the first game really well, but then I started losing confidence a little bit and lost of a bit of the game plan,” explained Tine after her loss.

The Dane has never beaten her opponent of today. Asked on why it is so difficult to defeat Wang Xin compared to the other top ‘Wangs’, Tine replied, “I think it’s her ability to change and vary her tactics several times during the game compared to the other players. Her strokes are different.

“And also because she’s a left-hander,” added the Dane.

The journey continues for Tine at next week’s China Masters in Shanghai, where she should be able to cruise to a quarter-final encounter with Wang Xin and continue her long quest for redemption.

All-Chinese finals

The first of 2 all-Chinese clashes on finals day was the men’s singles final. World Champion Lin Dan beat his team-mate Chen Jin, the number 5 seed, 21-12, 21-19 in just 31 minutes. After the match, Lin Dan mentioned again the windy conditions on the court. He also indicated that he might not be here next year defend his title since his main focus will be to do well at the Olympics.

The women’s doubles final pitted the tournament’s top seeds and defending champions Wang Xiaoli / Yu Yang against second seeds, also from China, Tian Qing / Zhao Yunlei. However the finals was cut short due to an injury to Zhao Yunlei’s left knee. She and her partner were already trailing 2-14 in the second game had to forfeit the title to their opponents.

Final results:
XD: Zhang Nan / Zhao Yunlei (CHN) [1] bt Joachim Fischer Nielsen / Christinna Pedersen (DEN) [3] 15-21, 21-17, 21-17
MS: Lin Dan (CHN) [3] bt Chen Jin (CHN) [5] 21-12, 21-19
WS: Wang Xin (CHN) [3] bt Tine Baun (DEN) [7] 21-17, 21-14
WD: Wang Xiaoli / Yu Yang (CHN) [1] bt Tian Qing / Zhao Yunlei (CHN) [2] 21-12, 14-2 (Retired)
MD: Cai Yun / Fu Haifeng (CHN) [1] bt Jung Jae Sung /Lee Yong Dae (KOR) [2] 14-21, 24-22, 21-19

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DTN News - TECHNOLOGY NEWS: Raj Seth Joins Fleishman To Lead Asia Technology Practice

Asia News Report: DTN News - TECHNOLOGY NEWS: Raj Seth Joins Fleishman To Lead Asia Technology Practice

Source: DTN News - - This article compiled by Roger Smith from reliable sources The Holmes Report dated August 15, 2011

(NSI News Source Info) TORONTO, Canada / HONG KONG - August 15, 2011: Fleishman-Hillard has appointed corporate communications veteran Raj Seth to the newly created position of senior vice president and head of corporate technology, Asia Pacific. He will also serve as global co-chair of the Fleishman-Hillard technology group.

Seth, who will be based in Hong Kong, has 20 years’ experience crafting communications strategies for global brands throughout Asia Pacific. Most recently, he spent five years as vice president, corporate communications, Asia Pacific Japan, for CA Technologies, where he built a centralized function to engage the company’s full range of constituencies, including media and analysts, as well as partners and employees.

Prior to that, he worked for Hill & Knowlton as vice president and regional director, technology & digital practices, Asia Pacific, and was responsible for developing and implementing communications strategies and campaigns for multinational clients such global clients as Microsoft, HP, PCCW, BT, the GSM Association and the Bluetooth SIG, as well as PwC and Coca-Cola.

“Technology convergence, the explosion of mobile and the rising demand for cloud services have put new pressures on brand reputations around the globe,” says Dave Senay, president & CEO of Fleishman-Hillard, who says the firm’s technology practice has seen double-digit growth over the past five years. Adds Lynne Anne Davis, the firm’s Asia Pacific president, “Guiding and counseling our corporate technology clients means going beyond pure technology to such key reputational issues as thought leadership, corporate citizenship, customer engagement and executive vision.”

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Asia News Report: Chinese Actress’ Mum Attacks Her On TV

Asia News Report: Chinese Actress’ Mum Attacks Her On TV

(April 8, 2011) Hong Kong: Chinese actress and model Gan Lulu was attacked by her mother during a television talk show earlier this month.

The video, which was originally uploaded to Chinese online video hosting service Youku, shows Gan's mother hitting, pushing and swearing at her while studio crew tried to calm her down.

The two were featured on the "Lady Gua Gua" talk show after the mother uploaded a controversial video onto the Internet in February. She had filmed her daughter walking out of the shower naked, claiming that it was to help Gan find a suitor.

After the incident, the pair recorded videos individually, defending themselves. Gan also tearfully begged netizens not to attack her mother and that the latter only meant well.

The reason for the mother's attack on Gan was not known, but she can be heard on the video saying, "What's the meaning of this?" and "What do you think you're doing?".

At one instance, Gan was seen talking to the camera, saying, "my mother hits me because she loves me," after which her mother rushed forward shoving her and yelling vulgarities.

The video garnered over 3.1 million views in three days on Youku.

In another online video of the same show, the mother recounted that her daughter copied her parents' sexual movements when she was only one-year-old.

At that time, Gan was sleeping in the same room as her parents, and they would have sex while she was asleep.

However, one day, they noticed that Gan was humping the bed and copying their "push-up movements".

They initially thought it was funny, but Gan would not stop so they did not dare have sex in front of her again, the mother claimed.

"We thought she was stupid and wouldn't know what we were doing," said the mother.