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04 city window 25 athlete 06 diary 27 star chef 13 arts & events 28 yummy 14 cover story 29 cheers The concept of love and romance is slowly 30 cru evolving in China as more people are believing in western notions of love rather than traditional methods like matchmaking. Read 32 out n about about the changing landscape of romance, and explore the love and dating scene in 34 mice 36 China. 36 living 16 fortune 38 education 18 jetsetter 38 cotchin Jet off to Monaco, the opulent oasis of Europe where the rich flaunt their wealth and live the 40 supremos lifestyle that others can only dream of. Be enchanted by their designer boutiques, luxury Dr.Harley Seyedin, recipient of The Business yachts and charming palaces, casinos and For Peace Award in Oslo, Norway shares other places of interest. Live the good life! with us his role in bridging the cultural gap between businesses in the East and the 20 auto West, and reveals his insights on the future development of China’s economy. 22 eureka 42 destination 23 muse 44 bulletin 24 fighting fit
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China launch reform of Swimming with dolphins Shenzhen attracts record Over 900,000 foreigners foreigners' green card at Zhuhai Chimelong overseas returnees work in Chinese mainland Foreign permanent residents in Tourists without scuba-diving In 2016, Shenzhen saw an increased in 2016 China will have their "green cards" certificates may now swim with number of overseas-educated More than 900,000 foreigners were upgraded starting in July, which nine aquatic mammals at Dolphin Chinese choosing to find work employed on the Chinese mainland may make their daily life and work Island of Chimelong Ocean or start businesses in the city. in 2016, an indispensable force in easier in the country, according to a Kingdom in Hengqin New Area It attracted more than 10,500 the country's development. To reform plan issued by the Ministry under the guidance of a qualified overseas returnees in 2016, an attract more foreign talent, China of Public Security. Similar to the instructor. The Deep-Sea Diving increase of 49.3% of the city’s total streamlined the paperwork needed second generation of ID cards Program was initiated on April 13 permanent residents. By 2016, the to secure foreigners a work visa. for Chinese citizens, the machine- when Li Da, the first female free- city had employed more than 8,000 The trial program has unified the readable smart card will contain diving instructor of the Professional people classified as high-level talent, previous two permits into a single a chip in which the foreigner's Association of Diving Instructor 80,000 returnees and 4.5 million work permit, making it easier for identity information is kept, and (PADI) in the Greater China Region, professional-level employees, foreigners to work in China. The the information will be shared tested the water. Chimelong Ocean accounting for 38 percent of the number of foreign employees in by railways, airlines, hotels and Kingdom will also launch several city's total permanent residents. China has increased at a staggering banks, according to the plan. Since new programs to enable tourists to pace over the past decades. There September 2015, governments in explore secrets of the sea, such as were less than 10,000 foreign China have gradually eased the Swimming with Dolphins, Staying experts working in China in the residency and entry policies for Overnight at Seabed, and Kingdom 1980s. From 2001 to 2016, the foreigners, which has helped attract Courtesy. country of origin of foreign experts more talent from overseas to invest skyrocketed from 21 to 73, official or open businesses and boosted data shows. international exchanges in China.
Macao starts application United Airlines’ video for UNESCO "City of threatens China business Gastronomy" United Airlines' business could Macao officially started its suffer after a video showing application for a member of the an Asian-American passenger UNESCO Creative Cities Network, being forcedly removed from a City of Gastronomy. If Macao an overbooked flight went viral is successfully designated as a in China, one of the carrier's top UNESCO gastronomy city, it will growth market, prompting outrage New flight linking Portugal and China expected as number add a significant international and boycott calls. Although the airline subsequently changed its of Chinese tourists surge brand for Macao with far-reaching significance and a powerful impetus overbooking policy to appease the public, news continued to Portugal will soon be opening a new city Hangzhou and capital Beijing to Macao's transformation into a surface of the airline continuing flight connecting Chinese cities, to Lisbon four times per week. The world tourism and leisure center, to remove passengers such as a including the capital city of Beijing, to number of Chinese tourists visiting as well as adequate diversification couple travelling to their wedding. Lisbon, as the country is witnessing Portugal in 2016 was 19.1% higher than and sustainable development of The public relations disaster will a surge of Chinese tourists. The the previous year. Over the past three Macao's economy. Previously, most likely hit United Airline’s China Portuguese government and Tourism years, the number duplicated to over in November 2016, Macao had routes as netizens threatened to of Portugal are focusing their efforts 180,000 at the end of last year. organized the "International boycott the airline. on China and will soon be opening Gastronomy Forum". the flight connecting eastern Chinese
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2017 APCAC Asia Pacific Business Summit Press Conference @ LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou
On April 19, 2017, the American Chamber of Commerce in South China (AmCham South China) organized the "2017 APCAC Asian Pacific Business Summit" at LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou. Over 600 business and industry leaders, policy experts, and top government officials from the U.S., China, and from across the Asian Pacific region attended the four-day event to discuss opportunities for investment in Asia Pacific
The Asia Pacific Council of American Chambers of Commerce (APCAC) represents 29 American Chambers of Commerce from 22 economies in Asia Pacific; 20,000 member companies; 50,000 overseas American executives; 10 million employees; USD$620 billion in annual FDI management and USD$1 trillion in annual trade. LN Garden Hotel, Guangzhou was honoured to be selected as the host venue of the prestigious event.
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2017 COCO 18 World Tour La Traviata by Artemis 2017 Chiaki Ishikawa Music The Ugly Duckling In Shenzhen 2017 in Guangzhou World 2017 In Guangzhou - The Tortoise & The Hare in Guangzhou La Traviata is the last part of 'Popular Chiaki Ishikawa is a Japanese The Ugly Duckling and The Tortoise and Coco Lee is a Hong Kong-born Trilogy' by Verdi, the Italian romanticist singer/songwriter and also the the Hare are brought to life using Corbian’s American singer-songwriter, record composing master. Set in 19th century lead vocalist of Japanese musical signature electroluminescent puppetry and producer, dancer, and actress. Paris, the famous courtesan Violetta duo See-Saw. Many of her songs Lightwire’s use of cutting edge technology, Lee's career began in Hong Kong is appointed Lady of the Camellias have been used as theme songs in moving sculpture, and dance to create an and then expanded to Taiwan. Her because of her love for camellias. various anime series. Since 2003, unforgettable theatrical experience. This show single, "Do You Want My Love" also Violetta and Alfredo fell in love but due her popularity abroad as part of is highly recommended for children aged 4 entered the US music charts. Her to parental pressures, they were forced See-Saw and as a solo artist has and above. first full-length English language apart. Their love eventually met a tragic risen significantly. In 2007, she end and Violetta died with a lonely made an appearance at Anime Date: 20 May 2017 album was Just No Other Way. As Time: 3:30pm/ 7: 30pm a Chinese American, Lee is the heart and unfulfilled love. Expo 2007 as a Guest of Honor. Venue: Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theatre first and only person of Chinese She has also performed at Animelo Prices: ￥ 100/ 180/ 280/ 380/ 520 (380*2)/ 588(280*3) Date: 7 May 2017 ethnicity to perform at the Oscars. Summer Live in 2006, 2008, 2009, For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 Time: 8: 00pm or email [email protected] Venue: Guangzhou Opera House 2010, 2011, and 2012. Date: 5 May 2017 Prices: ￥ 80/ 180/ 280/ 380/ 480/ 680 Time: 7: 30pm For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 Date: 14 May 2017 Venue: Shenzhen Bay Sport Center Chun Jian or email [email protected] Time: 7: 30pm Gymnasium Venue: Zhengjia Performing Arts Theatre Prices: ￥ 380(Bowl)/ 580(Bowl)/ 980(Main Prices: ￥ 280/ 380/ 480/ 680 VIP Floor)/ 980(Bowl)/ 1280(Main Floor) For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 or email [email protected] or email [email protected]
Priscilla Ahn “LALALA” 2017 GOH Anniversary Season Lithuania Ballet ANNA Wiener Johann Strauss Walzer World Tour in Guangzhou Crazy Little Thing Concert by KARENINA 2017 Orchester in Guangzhou Six Appeal Vocal Band in Guangzhou After years of performing at open Wiener Johann Strauss Orchester is an mic nights, Priscilla Ahn played Six Appeal is a world class vocal Using dance language, Boris Austrian orchestra. The primary aim of this a showcase in New York City for ensemble infused with sharp comedic Eifman managed to portray the orchestra is to recreate the touring Strauss Blue Note Records and was signed timing, and the energy and vitality of a drama of a woman being reborn. Orchestra of the days of Johann Strauss I, to the label. In 2008, Blue Note rack band. Six Appeal Vocal Band is also The brilliant technical mastery of who was the founder of the Strauss musical Records released her full-length one of the busiest touring a cappella the company’s dancers and Boris dynasty. Members of the orchestra were debut album, A Good Day, produced ensembles in the country. From coast Eifman’s astounding choreography selected from leading Vienna orchestras such by Joey Waronker. Ahn's music to coast, the group has become known present to us all the aspects of as the Vienna Symphony Orchestra and the is described as grounded in folk, for their vivid musical style, unmatched the Tolstoy’s novel in a remarkably Vienna Radio Orchestra. country and pop. energy, and playful charm. Their far- impressive way. Date: 30 May 2017 reaching repertoire spans a multitude Time: 8: 00pm Date: 21 May 2017 Date: 30 May 2017 of decades and genres. Venue: Guangzhou Xinghai Concert Hall Time: 8: 00pm Time: 8: 00pm Prices: ￥ 100/ 180/ 280/ 380/ 480/ 600/ 680/ 800/ 880 Venue: Guangzhou Xinhai Concert Hall Venue: Guangzhou Opera House Date: 27 May 2017 For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 Prices: ￥ 100/ 180/ 280/ 380/ 480 Prices: ￥ 80/ 180/ 280/ 380/ 580/ 680 Time: 8: 00pm or email [email protected] For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 Venue: Guangzhou Opera House or email [email protected] or email [email protected] Prices: ￥ 80/ 180/ 280/ 380/ 480 For tickets, please call 400-610-3721 or email [email protected]
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You think getting hitched is hard and meetingyour otherhalf think gettingis hard hitched You home to more in a country that’s China. Even is tough? Try than 200 million single people, finding love in China is tough. ahead of finding a putting their careers women are More and in Chinese tradition, women older unmarried partner, 118 are over the hill. Although there considered than 28 are hard it stillfinding they’re China, in women 100 every to men the love and Paper Magazine explores to meet a partner. dating scene in China. Finding
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cover story 14 At a trendy bar in China, young men and women Despite his parents’ incessant nagging date, which is arranged by parents, is still very catch up with friends, dance, and - in something and attempts to fix him up with constant popular,” says Zheng Wei, who is 32 and single. of a break with Chinese tradition - attempt to matchmaking, another guy at the bar refuses to “Parents face big social criticism if their daughter find love. Contrary to previous generations’ settle for anything less than “The One”. Smirking or son does not get married so normally a girl’s emphasis on status and wealth, China’s while viewing China’s popular matchmaking parents are eager to let their daughter go on a millennials are making a stand by taking a more show “If You Are The One” on TV, he said, blind date and get married before reaching 30.” Western approach to dating. “I’ve come here to “China dating is becoming more and more open have fun,” said 30-year-old architect Lei Zhou, and more familiar with the ways of Western One parent we spoke to even proudly declared, speaking at the nightspot on a recent Saturday. countries in recent years. Young generations “I’m looking for my perfect daughter-in-law,” “I’m not pushing myself to find a girlfriend, I’d have more choice and they are following their said Mr. Jia, a man in his 50s. “My son has rather just meet her at some party or a friend’s hearts rather than parents.” a master’s degree so she should also have a party. Sometimes I may face pressure from my master degree too. She should be either a few parents but it cannot change my decision.” Moreover, longstanding tradition of meeting a years younger or a few years older than my son, potential partner has given way to modernity. no more than that. And of course, she needs This dare devilish defiant attitude departs Online dating is growing fast in China, as to bear us a grandson.” He also lamented the sharply from traditional notions of China- elsewhere, and messaging apps such as WeChat problem of China’s youngsters possessing the style matchmaking where boy meets girl in are increasingly popular ways of getting to know “wrong” kind of attitude to getting hitched and aA “manufactured” setting with questions on people. Popular social app Tinder is still not insisted traditional methods work best. income, career prospects and quiz each other available in China but already, men and women on conditions and ideals of settling down before are taking to WeChat and Tantan (China’s Recent census data, however, suggests deciding whether to take the plunge. With version of Tinder) to engage in online flirting otherwise, and reveal the rising trend of singles a more educated pool of singles with higher and introduction before deciding if they want to being more demanding and fussy when it comes educational background and higher income meet up for a date or even get hitched. to love. Increasingly, China singles are now levels, China’s millennials are making a stand by more willing to find “true love” over practical taking a more Western approach to dating. What WeChat offers additionally is its considerations such as financial security. For ‘Lookaround’ feature, which turns it into a now, it seems just like the rest of the world, the “I want to know him more before I commit,” said location- based app, allowing strangers within a universal rules of romance still apply in China. an office lady we interviewed. “I don’t need him two-kilometre radius to pinpoint each other and to be handsome or rich. I believe that if we are get talking. All in all, the app comes in handy for in love with each other and willing to work hard, those looking to score dates, and sometimes, we will have all those houses and cars someday. when the dating gods are favourable, hookups. “Finding him takes time but it’s a matter of fate,” added another single lady, a 32-year-old However, despite this changing trend, old habits manicurist. “I think when he shows up, he shows die hard. Parental pressure, a mainstay feature up.” of traditional China matchmaking and love culture, continues to rear its head. “The blind PAPER 16 fortune
Calculating Taxes and Duties for Import into China
Companies planning to either sell or import goods to China Taxes, such as VAT or CT, are not included in the should have a strong understanding China’s import tax determination of the DPV. Another notable term is Cenvironment before signing sales contracts. Composite Assessable Price (CAP), which is a combination of DPV, import duty, and CT if applicable. Importing goods to China implicate three types of taxes - customs duties, value-added tax (VAT), and consumption tax Tax calculation (CT) - depending on the nature of the imported good and whether it falls under CT specified categories. The following formulae show how DPV and CAP are calculated: The amount of import tax liability and who is ultimately DPV = Cost of goods + Transportation cost + Cargo responsible for paying them generally depends on how the insurance sales contract is concluded between buyer and seller. Import duty = DPV x Tariff rate CAP = DPV + Import duty = DPV x (1+tariff rate) Terminology of import taxes VAT = CAP x VAT rate
The International Chamber of Commerce’s (ICC) To illustrate, suppose a Chinese company is importing International Commercial Terms are the most commonly machinery from a European company, and has signed used terminology for expressing pricing or risk related issues a contract according to FOB pricing. Therefore, all the associated with goods transit. The most commonly used shipping and insurance costs would be borne by the when signing a contract are: Chinese buyer.
• CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) - meaning that the This means that the European company’s primary seller is responsible for the cost of freight and insurance responsibility is to load the machinery (goods) onto the to facilitate safe delivery of the goods to the port of ship arranged by the Chinese buyer, and clear the goods destination; and, at customs ready for export. In this case, the following • FOB (Free On Board) - meaning that the buyer is expenses need to be considered: responsible for the above expenses. Cost of the machinery: US$1,000,000 The amount of import tax and customs duties payable are • Freight: US$30,000 calculated based on the price or value of the imported • Insurance premium: US$4,000 goods, which is called Duty Paying Value (DPV), and is • Import tariff rate: 10% determined based on the transacted price of the goods. • Import VAT rate for machinery: 17% This includes transportation-related expenses and insurance • Port handling: US$3,000 premiums on the goods prior to unloading at the port of • VAT rate for port handling service: 6% arrival in China. • Import duty and VAT: • DPV = 1,000,000 + 30,000 + 4,000 = US$1,034,000 • Import duty = 1,034,000 x 10% = US$103,400 • CAP = 1,034,000 x (1+10%) = US$1,137,400 • VAT = 1,137,400 x 17% = US$193,358 • Port handling VAT = 3,000 x 6% = US$180
Under the FOB agreement, the import VAT (17 percent) and VAT levied on the service for port handling (six percent) would both be borne by the Chinese buyer.
The only possible way to reduce the import VAT liability for the imported goods would be to negotiate a lower transportation cost and insurance premium with the nominated freight forwarder and insurance company to reduce the CAP value and therefore import VAT. However, if the buyer is classified as a general VAT taxpayer, VAT paid for imported goods would be able to offset output VAT, potentially reducing their total tax burden.
In addition to this, there are certain items exempt from import VAT: • Imported instruments and equipment to be used directly in scientific research, scientific experiments, or education; • Imported materials and equipment donated as non-reimbursable assistance by foreign governments or international organizations; and • Articles directly imported by organizations for special use by the disabled.
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Considered to have Europe's highest per capita income, Monaco exudes an air of extravagant wealth, as seen in the upscale hotels, designer boutiques, luxury yachts, and opulent restaurants. Monte Carlo Admire the 17th-century Palatine Chapel and the Monaco Harbour Main Courtyard with its monumental 17th-century Standing on a rocky promontory to the north Carrara marble double staircase. During summer, This is where Monaco showcases its opulence. of the Monaco Port, Monte Carlo is the most concerts are held in the Main Courtyard. The Many luxury yachts are docked here including the glamourous and wealthiest district full of rich and ancient tradition of Changing of the Guard takes Prince’s private vessel. The Yacht Club de Monaco beautiful people flaunting their Ferraris. From the place every day at 11.55am in front of the Palace. on Quai Louis II brings together more than 1000 beautiful terrace of Place du Casino, you can catch members from over the world and it hosts yacht breathtaking seaside views. Musée Océanographique shows and events. From the port, tourists can also take a one-hour catamaran ride around Monaco to This district is filled with several Michelin-starred One of the world’s oldest aquariums, this beautiful see the spectacular coastline. restaurants and littered with luxury boutiques and aquarium opened in 1910. Constantly evolving, fashion houses. These can easily be found near the Océanographic Museum has world-renowned Dining the intersection between 2 gorgeous boulevards, exhibits of marine science and océanography. Its the Boulevard Princesse Charlotte in the west and most valuable scientific collections include finds Monaco is renowned for its legendary fine dining the Boulevard des Moulins at its southwestern from the exploration of Prince Albert I and the scene with an upscale clientele willing to splash end. You can just sit at a café all day and enjoy the discoveries of Jacques-Yves Cousteau. out for good food. The most renowned is Le Louis surreal scene of wealthy society, people-watch or XV restaurant, which boasts three Michelin stars enjoy some fine dining. More than 6000 specimens swim around in and features the cuisine of Alain Ducasse. Second approximately 100 pools. There is also a Turtle is Joël Robuchon Monte-Carlo with two Michelin Palais du Prince Island and a Touch Tank where visitors can feel a stars. Thirdly, Le Vistamar has one Michelin star sea urchin, stroke a starfish, or hold a baby shark. and offers cuisine focused on seafood served on a The Palais du Prince, located on picturesque From La Terrasse Restaurant on the roof terrace, terrace overlooking the sea. Le Rocher, is home of the oldest monarchy in enjoy superb panoramic views of the coastline the world, the noble family of Grimaldi. The and the sea. Accommodation spectacular fortress has since been transformed into a luxurious Louis-XIV-style palace and offers Formula One Monaco Grand Prix For hotels, we recommend the Hotel Hermitage visitors breathtaking panoramic views. with its luxurious rooms, pool and views of the The renowned Formula One Monaco Grand Prix port. The nearby Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo The State Apartments of the Palais du Prince are race takes place in Monte-Carlo every year during is also quite luxurious and upscale. For rooftop open to the public when the Prince and his family May’s last weekend. This is the only car race in the pools, try the Fairmont Monte Carlo. Some of the are away. Visitors can see the sumptuous Italianate world that is held on city streets. The course runs rooms might give you a view of the Grand Prix gallery adorned with 15th-century frescoes, the from the Boulevard Albert 1 up toward Place du route. These rooms do not come cheap, however, gilded “Blue Room” featuring a glorious decor of Casino and around the harrowing turn in front of and their prices are quite hefty. But hey, you are in blue and gold, the wood-paneled Mazarin Room, the Monte-Carlo Fairmont Hotel. F1 fans can soak Monaco. Live the good life! and the Empire-style Throne Room, which has an in the wonderful atmosphere during race days and impressive Renaissance fireplace. witness one of the world’s most popular sporting events amidst an opulent and luxurious setting. PAPER 20 auto
Volkswagen’s Ambitious Pure-Electric Car Plans for China
Volkswagen China ended 2016 on a record high. 2.997 million vehicles were delivered to customers in Mainland China, 370,000 more than in 2015, equating to a year-on- year growth of 14.1%. Both joint ventures, FAW-Volkswagen and SAICVOLKSWAGEN, performed well to maintain market leadership for the Volkswagen brand. At the recent Shanghai Auto Show, electric cars attracted enormous attention from the media and the participants. Paper Magazine caught up with Volkswagen to understand their plans for the electric car market in China. Volkswagen (VW), the market leader in China, plans to launch its first pure- electric car in China by 2018 as Beijing steps up pressure on the industry to promote alternatives to fuel. The announcement came on the eve of the Shanghai auto show, which showcases industry efforts to create electric models Vwith consumer appeal. At this year’s auto show, the global industry's biggest marketing event of the year, almost every global and Chinese auto brand is showing at least one electric concept vehicle, if not a market-ready model with General Motors' Buick unit and Ford also having announced new electric vehicles for China in 2017.
This announcement is hardly surprising given Beijing’s tightening of regulations regarding fuel efficiency and emissions. Regulators have jolted the industry with a proposal to require electric segments to account for at least 8% of each brand's production by next year in an effort to improve environmental sustainability in China. To encourage foreign automakers to help develop China's electric vehicle industry, regulators have also allowed them to form additional joint ventures with local partners on top of those that are allowed for traditional gasoline-powered vehicles.
VW China’s Jochem Heizmann, head of VW China’s unit announced that VW model will be the first in a range of electric vehicles in China. This model will be produced under a new brand name with a local partner, state-owned Jianghuai Automotive Corp. Heizmann said, “This will be a new cooperation on pure battery cars. Our challenging target is to come, already next year in 2018, to the market with the first car."
Heizmann said VW, which vies with GM for the title of China's top-selling automaker, expects annual sales of at least 400,000 "new energy vehicles" - the government's term for electric or gasoline-electric hybrids - by 2020 and 1.5 million by 2025.
For Jochem, this partnership to develop the electric car industry in China goes beyond just commercial sustainability. “We are thinking far beyond transportation. Our cars are also part of a connected world where people move through life more easily in a mobile ecosystem,” he said. “In tomorrow’s smart city, integrated technology solutions, artificial intelligence, real-time analytics and smart phones merge to deliver information when people need it. Daily city life becomes freer, more relaxed and more enjoyable for all residents.” The new partnership also aims to pilot innovative smart mobility solutions, contribute to urban planning, optimize public commuting services and improve efficiency in urban transportation.
Given the buzz, excitement and trends surrounding electric vehicles in the Shanghai Auto Show, it looks as if Volkswagen’s plans for electric cars in China is a wise commercial move. The future is electric. IRIScan Book 5 Enabling Scanning on the Go
The IRIScan Book 5 is a portable and cordless device designed to scan documents anytime, anywhere. Scanning at a rate of three seconds ‘Titan Note’ per page, you can elect to scan Recording Digital Notes Through Voice in colour or black and white - the in Class and Meetings document is automatically scanned and saved into an SD card that makes the scanned documents transferable The 'Titan Note' works by enabling users to simply turn to your smartphone, iPad, iPhone, the device on and allow it to start transcribing the various tablet or your desktop computer. words that are being said into digital notes for them to review afterwards. This makes it possible to ensure that nothing was missed in a lecture or a meeting and that notes will always be as comprehensive and correct as possible. The 'Titan Note' device can also be used to summarize notes, translate and even share the information with others. eureka LugLoc' Luggage Locator Facilitating Search of Lost Luggage
The 'LugLoc' is intended to be packed into your baggage and is flight-compliant to ensure it's safe to be carried in your checked bags. The 'LugLoc' works with Bluetooth technology as well as GSM connectivity. Users can check on their smartphone to see if their bag made it onto their flight before leaving or to see what airport their lost baggage is in if they land to discover it didn't arrive with them.
New iPad from Apple Enhanced Cameras and a Lower Price 'VIVOMARK' Wearable Tracking Children’s Emotions The new iPad aims to deliver a tablet with a range of great features but this time, reducing the cost for 'VIVOMARK' is a wearable that's designed to track child the consumers. Set to retail at a lesser price than emotions on a constant basis. Utilizing sensors that track the iPad Air 2 that it replaces, the new iPad features electro dermal activity (EDA), the 'VIVOMARK' monitors the Apple A9 processor and impressive battery life a child's emotional levels and enables parents to track to offer all-day usage. The iPad is also outfitted with the changes via the accompanying smartphone app. two new cameras including an 8MP on the rear as Moreover, parents can see how their offspring react well as an Apple FaceTime HD Camera on the front during various scenarios to aid them when it comes to that boasts 1.2MP. managing stress levels or emotions to get a better sense of their child’s overall well-being.
'Super Screen' Portable Displays Expanding Device Capabilities
The 'Super Screen' portable displays act as a versatile piece of equipment that will work well to expand your view and offer a more immersive experience. It works by connecting wirelessly to your Android or iOS smartphone and displaying whatever is being viewed on it. This increases the overall size of the image by displaying it on the 'Super Screen' which has a 10.1- inch HD touchscreen display to make movies, games and much more a better experience. PAPER muse 23 Lan Yu: Putting "Made In China" Fashion Designs On The Global Stage
Famous Designer
Lan Yu is one of China and possibly, Asia’s most influential fashion designer today, with widespread recognition from countless celebrities and media coverage in both China and overseas. Born in Suzhou Embroidery family and trained as a ballerina before a knee injury halted her dancing career, Lan Yu immersed her talents elsewhere in the fashion industry where she began the Lan Yu studio at just 19 years old. The studio eventually evolved into the LANYU brand specializing in LAN’s Suzhou Embroidery, LANYU Haute Couture and LANYU Gowns with chain stores in Asia, Europe, Australia and North America. LOne of the distinctive features of LANYU is the trademark LAN’s Suzhou Embroidery which originated from the Lan, a Suzhou clan with 100 years’ history. Inspired by the Song Dynasty, Lan Yu has made many innovative improvements to the hundreds of embroidery technique inherited from the clan. What remained constant, however was Lan Yu’s detailed and high standards of tailoring owing to her skillful handicraft.
Since 2014, the LANYU branded collection “Water • Charm,” “Butterfly • Scent,” “Glimpse” and “Vintage” were successively introduced at Paris’ Grand Palais, becoming highly recognized by French Haute Couture professionals and dominating the fashion world. Besides being invited to Paris in September 2013 to showcase the Suzhou Embroidery, Lan Yu successfully showcased her works on the American stage at the New York Fashion Week in 2016. That international celebrities such as Lady Gaga and Kim Kardashian have worn and endorsed LANYU’s designs is a testament to the growing international appeal of LANYU. PAPER 24 fighting fit
Tips to optimize your physical training by cultivating the right mindset
Whether you are a beginner in physical training or a seasoned athlete, the importance of the mental component of training is crucial. Pushing yourself past your mental barriers is not an easy thing. Learning how to overcome those mental barriers is essential to improving your training. Here are five tips to help you optimize your training by aligning your physical training with mental preparedness: a personal record) yourself harder than the week • Stress relief (how do 1) Get Prepared! before. Whatever it may be, it is we maximize our work You may have heard people say, important to give yourself a “pat performance? De-stress “You’ve got to get your mind right on the back” and appreciate your through exercise) before you train.” This is so true. successes to maintain your focus Preparing your mindset before you and motivation. Be your “biggest When you are aware of why you train is vital. If you are unfocused fan” through your personal choose to participate physical and have not shifted your thoughts improvement process. activities, you will have a powerful from the “to-do list” at home or tool. Perhaps you are tired from work, you will not be able to give it 4) Learn from your workouts! a long day at work and your your full energy. Focus on what you After a workout, it is important to motivation to hit the gym is not are there to accomplish that day! reflect on your workout and learn there. By understanding your from it. How can I improve on purpose, you will now have a tool 2) Stay positive! what I did today? By identifying to combat the lack of drive. Your It is easy to become upset when the areas for improvement, you can purpose could range from, “I do you miss a rep or if you are faced create an action plan for further this for my health” to “I do this with movements that may not be improvement. This way, you can because I like the challenge” to suited to your current strengths. actively make adjustments to your “I do this because I want to be However, your overall attitude training. healthy for my loved ones.” Having has a profound effect on your this purpose identified will help performance. If you think and stay 5) Have a purpose! you stay committed and consistent positive throughout a workout, Why do I choose to work out? In through the good, the bad and the you will be able to maintain your our work, we are motivated by ugly workouts! drive which helps you to perform money, recognition, etc... What’s efficiently and effectively. Try to not your purpose in coming into the *Final thought: You must swear at yourself or utter negative gym? It has to be rooted and be consistent with your mental things to yourself before, during or connected with you, something so training. Remember how difficult after the workout. Keep a positive strong enough to stamp down the your first day at the gym was. It mindset! negative talk in your head when it only became easier when you comes to your fitness performance. started going consistently. The 3) Track your successes! What makes you keep coming for same thing has to occur with your It is important to record more than more? mental training. It cannot become just your PRs (personal record) • Community & friends effective if you are doing these when you keep a workout log. • Happiness when completing a things once in a while. It takes It is critical to be aware of your workout practice and repetition, just like personal successes during the • A personal record (recognize your physical training. Good luck workout. Maybe it is feeling more that working out consistently applying these tips to your training! fluid on your handstand push- is the pathway in order to get ups or feeling like you can push
- Coach Stephanie Ramos is a professional fitness coach and mobility expert. She helps her clients learn how to overcome their body’s weaknesses. and inflexibility in order to help them live powerful, functional, and pain-free lives
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Japanese Volleyball Legend Saori Kimura Says Goodbye
“It’s been a great pleasure and a source of pride to have played together at Toray Arrows. Thank you so much for being a part of Japan's volleyball for such a long time,” Japanese National Volleyball team captain, Saori Kimura announced as she bade goodbye to her fans in an emotional farewell. Paper Magazine pays tribute to one of the greatest and most influential female professional volleyball spiker to have ever graced the stage.
Volleyball fans finally got a confirmation of their worst fears. Japan captain, Saori Kimura, who made her debut for Japan in 2003 and went on to become a superstar in her home country and internationally, held a press conference to confirm her retirement at Toray Arena in Otsu on March 22. She has officially retired from professional volleyball after playing her last match for her club, Toray Arrows, on March 5 and bowing out with an appearance at the V. League All-Star Game on March 25.
In an emotional and tearful farewell, Kimura thanked everyone for making her the volleyball superstar she has become, “I’m glad to be able to announce my retirement at Toray Arena where I played for a long time,” she said. “I’m so appreciative of so many people who supported me and cheered me on. I wanted to show my appreciation in the last matches I played.”
The 30-year-old, who made her first Olympic appearance in 2004 in Athens as a high school student, appeared in four straight Olympics including the 2012 London Games where the team won the bronze medal. She has since represented Japan in three Olympic Games and even spent two years playing professionally in Turkey.
Although she has not racked up as many awards and medals as she would have liked, she is an indispensable member of the national team and a strong fan favourite because of the tremendous media limelight she has garnered due to her good looks and charisma. Her on-court presence and leadership skills earned her the praises of the coaches she has played under. Koichiro Kanno, the Toray coach, said, “I believe she’s still one of the very top players in Japan.”
Saori Kimura has a huge fan base in Japan and China, especially among the male fans. Her retirement is sure to upset many fans but Kimura has no regrets. She thanked the fans but insisted she has made up her mind, “Volleyball gave me many opportunities and took me to places I never knew and playing has been my focus. I’ve been playing volleyball since I was a child and it helped me grow up. But now I want to relax and enjoy being with my family as I start my second life”.
Paper Magazine wishes Saori Kimura all the best in her second life. Gambatte!
PAPER yummy 27 Sponsored by Grand Hyatt, Guangzhou
Star Chef: David Jean Marteau French-Canadian Chef David Jean Exercising his creativity once again for G Marteau arrived in China with a decade Restaurant in Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, of experience as an executive chef under Chef David features a favourite Chinese his belt. Since 2004, he has accumulated delicacy, abalone, in his latest creation. another decade of experience fusing his Fresh live abalone brought in early in signature western cuisine with every other the morning is laid to rest on ice for 24 type of influences he has picked up across hours before being removed from their the culinary teams he has led. shells and allowed to rest for another 12 hours. Throughout this time and for the Today, helming the kitchens of next 3 days, the abalone is massaged Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, Chef David twice a day to soften the flesh before it is demonstrates his unique style of global prepared for serving. cuisine through his signature dishes. An avid traveller and reader, he seeks to Slow cooked and served with smoked share his love of cooking through teaching, pearls and vegetables, this dish is simple and through the dishes prepared by him yet decadent at the same time. Below, and his team. Chef David shares the secret to preparing this dish.
Slow Cooked Abalone with Smoked Pearls, Garnish: sauce-pan over medium heat, add the shallots, the Vegetable Poached in Broth, Abalone Liver 8 Pieces-Fresh Chervil salt and pepper, and then cook for 1 minute. Add Emulsion 8 Pieces-Colorful Leaves the abalone liver and cook for another 3 minutes. Carefully add the dry white wine and allow the Ingredients (Serves 8): Method: alcohol to evaporate to almost nothing. Add lobster To make the smoked sliver pearls, combine smoked stock and simmer for about 10 minutes. Blend the Abalone: fish stock with silver powder mix well. In a medium sauce using a hand blender and strain into a clean 8 pieces Fresh Abalone, about 500 grams each sized bowl, fill with cold water and blend calcic and saucepan. Add the remaining of the butter and Algin powder. Set aside. blend again to create a foamy consistency. Smoked Pearls 0.500 mL- Lightly Smoked Fish Stock Carefully fill up a small squeeze bottle with the To serve, place the abalones back into their shells, 10 grams-Silver Powder smoked silver mixture. Lightly squeezing the bottle, top each one with an equal amount of vegetables 1000 mL-Fresh Cold Water very slowly form little drops on the surface of the strings, the smoked pearls and drizzle the emulsion 10 grams-Calcic Powder water mixture. Let the pearls rest for about 2 over. 5 grams- Algin Powder minutes before straining the liquid. Carefully set aside the silver pearls. Garnish each abalone with the chervil and the Vegetables Poached in a Broth: colorful leaves. 500 mL-Fish Stock To make the poached vegetables, warm up the fish 40 grams-Green Zucchini stock in a medium saucepan under low heat. Cut all Serve immediately and enjoy. 40 grams-Yellow Zucchini the vegetables into thin strips and blanche them for 40 grams-Carrots about 1 minute in the fish stock. Strain 40 grams-Unsalted Butter the vegetables over a small bowl and 40 grams-French Shallots, chopped place the vegetable fish stock aside. Salt and Black Pepper, To Taste In a small saucepan, melt butter and Abalone Liver Emulsion: add French shallots. Cook until golden 60 grams-Unsalted Butter colour and add the vegetable strips 40 grams-French Shallots, chopped seasoning with salt and pepper. Set 8 pieces-Abalone Liver aside and keep warm. 250 mL-Dry White Wine 500 mL-Lobster Stock Meanwhile, steam the abalones for Salt and Black pepper, To Taste about 20 minutes and set aside to rest.
To make the abalone liver emulsion, melt half the butter into a medium Grand Hyatt, Guangzhou 12 Zhujiang West Road, Pearl River New City, Tianhe District, Guangzhou 510623, People's Republic Of China T. (+86)20-8550 8025 | www.guangzhou.grand.hyatt.com According to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the body becomes heaty due to a person’s lifestyle or even the weather. Excessive heatiness can cause a person to fall sick. Therefore, regulating the body’s heatiness is crucial to a person’sA wellbeing. Coconut juice is a great way to regulate heatiness. While hotpot seems an unlikely partner, the combination of chicken and coconut juice makes this hotpot a soothing relief on a hot summer day. One such hotpot joint, Feng Gregory Yuan Coconut Chicken Hotpot just opened its’ third branch in Guangzhou.
Free-range Wenchang chicken are prepared in a pot of fresh coconut juice. Louraichi Wild water chestnuts are added to the soup and allowed to boil. Other ingredients can be added to enhance the soup’s flavor without any additional salt or sugar. We ordered the Mountain Treasures Wild Vegetables set which came with three different wild mushrooms and nine minced-meat balls stuffed with wild vegetables or corn.
The waiter set a timer for three minutes. Then, the ingredients are covered in Poached Eggs with Fried Sweet a claypot and left to boil. When the timer beeped, we tucked in! Why three minutes? The founders of restaurant experimented with cooking times and Potato, Poached Asparagus, discovered that three minutes of blanching made the chicken meat most tender. Furthermore, this ensured the ingredients were not overcooked. Dried Bacon and Aioli Start off firstly with a bowl of soup. Water chestnut Mayonnaise infuses the chicken soup with a light sweetness while Ingredients(for 2 Persons) the coconut (1) 2pcs Eggs juice infuses (2) 10gr Bacon the stock (3) 60gr Asparagus with a light (4) 100gr Sweet Potato fragrance, (5) half pcs Lemon soothing the • 1pca Toast tastebuds with • 10gr Butter its flavours. • 0.1l Oil • /pm Salt/Pepper • 5gr Basil Served • 1 SPOON White Vinegar with a dip (6) 60gr Rocket Salad made of chilli, (7) 0.1l Oil spring onion and • 2pcs Eggs homemade soy sauce, • 3gr Chili Powder each bite can be spicy • 2pcs Kumquat • 0.02gr Mu s t a r d or savoury. Finish the meal with waxed meat and spring onion mixed with rice cooked in a claypot and coconut RECIPE stewed milk custard for (1) Add water and white vinegar to a sauce pan and boil the water.Poach the dessert. eggs for 5 minutes. Then, place them on absorb paper to keep warm. (2) Cut the bacon into small dices. Cook them in a pan until they become crispy (15 minutes). When you patronize one (3) Add water and lemon into a sauce pan. Poach the asparagus for 3 minutes of the restaurants, listen and then put them on absorb paper. carefully as the service staff (4) Wash the sweet potato and cut into very thin sticks. Add oil into a sauce greet you with a “wa ai ju pan and cook the sweet potato. After cooking, put the sweet potato on lu”. Try to guess the meaning absorb paper and add salt. behind this Hainanese saying. (5) Cut a circle in a piece of toast. Add butter in a pan and toast until it becomes golden. Cooling Coconut (6) Wash and clean the rocket leaves. (7) Put egg yolk, mustard, salt and chili powder into a bowl. Whip for 2 minutes and then start to add the oil slowly and gradually. for Continue whipping the mayonnaise until it becomes strong. When you get Warm the right consistency, keep it in the refrigerator. Summer PRESENTATION (1) Put the toasted bread on a plate and add the poached eggs on it. (2) Add the deep fried sweet potato and asparagus. Nights (3) Add the bacon on the top of the eggs. Also add some fresh basil, spicy mayonnaise and kumquat. (4) I recommend that those who want more flavour should add cheese on the -- Feng Yuan Coconut Chicken Hotpot toast with eggs. Yummy! ( * Poached egg: The technique is to break an egg and put it in a small bowl. Feng Yuan Coconut Hotpot Restaurant When the water boils, add the egg. With two spoons, try to put the egg white around the yolk. Cook for 5 minutes. Then, take it out and put on absorb paper. ) Tianhe South Location | No. 34 Tianhe South 2nd Road, (Shi Pai Qiao Subway Station) | Tel: (+86)20-8550 9397 After subsequent stints with Sofitel in Dongguan and Xiamen, Gregory Huan Shi Dong Location | No. 475 Huan Shi Dong Road, Level 2 Dong Du Da Shi Jie (Next finally decided to embark on his own entrepreneurial venture and start his to Guangzhou Zoo South Gate) | Tel: (+86)20-3760 1260 own restaurant in Xiamen to promote creative and authentic French cuisines. Contact Gregory at: Greg's Restaurant| 1c, No.10 Hubin Bei Road, Xingang China Plaza Location |No. 17 Zhong Shan 3rd Road Dong Chang Street (Next to China Square Xiamen, Fujian, P.R. China| TEL: (+86)592-5316600 Plaza) | Tel: (+86)20-8370 5415 PAPER Dim Sum yummy 29 Delights --Camilla Chinese Cuisine
The Cantonese version of brunch features small bite- exceptional with a paper- sized portions of food served in steamer baskets or thin skin just barely holding on dainty plates. Usually served with tea, dim sum is a the stuffing within. Soaked leisurely affair with customers reading newspapers while with soya sauce, the texture sipping tea and savouring the food. is a little crunchy, a little T gelatinous and satisfying to Some dim-sum restaurants are better than others and chew on. in this case, Camilla Chinese Cuisine is most definitely one of the better ones. Located in Dapeng New District, Another dish to try would be the Ham the restaurant is nestled amongst office and residential Shui Kok or Salty Dumpling. The deep fried buildings. Hidden on the third floor of Kaisa Keyu Hotel, crispy skin breaks to reveal a stuffing of minced its location is not well-known to many. meat and vegetables. The doughy texture, infused with a savoury sweet flavor, makes this slightly The restaurant’s décor is simple with plenty of natural different to whet the palate. light from the floor length mirrors. Try the braised chicken feet for soft collagen marinated in a savoury fragrant Of course, dim sum consists of other staples such sauce garnished with peanuts. The dish is not overly salty as Char Siew Bao and Siew Mai. Usually served and the chicken feet absorbs the fragrance of soya sauce in threes, bring some friends and order more for a without overpowering the taste buds. variety of flavors and textures. Wash it all down with Chinese tea and enjoy a leisurely brunch. Try the rice rolls stuffed with minced meat and drizzled Camilla Chinese Cuisine (Jia Mei XuanJing Xi Chao Zhou Cai) with soya sauce. This staple dish in South China is Add: Da Peng Street, Ying Bin North Road, Kaisa Keyu Hotel Block 4 Level 3, Da Peng New District, Shenzhen Tel: (+86)755-8521 3303
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A row of gleaming taps on the right wall catches tap. Whiskey sours and cosmopolitans drawn your eyes upon entering Taps Coco Park. Set directly from a tank into a glass is a wonderful behind oversized bar counters, the taps are ever sight to behold because these cocktails ready to dispense fresh brew to slake your thirst. are neither shaken nor stirred. We tried the But this gastropub is more than just the beers. Delicious banana split cocktail, banana-infused rum A pumped full of nitrogen for a creamy texture Newly opened in February 2017, Taps Coco and tastes like an alcoholic dessert drink. Park, the third pub after Shekou, Shenzhen and Brew Served Chongqing, is a microbrewery nestled in one Taps, however, is not just about the beer and corner where award-winning brews are freshly cocktails. With a coffee roasting machine and bottled and served from the gleaming taps. Fresh From a counter with kettle and coffee drippers, the The taps serve 26 different varieties of beer coffee is slow roasted using their own unique catering to every type of beer drinker. Craft beer blend while the kitchen serves indulgent food enthusiasts should try the in-house IPA with an to complement the drinks. IBU of 120! For those new to craft beers, order a The Tap flight sampler and try six of their freshest taps. With high stools and long wooden tables, this place is fantastic for a get-together for drinks Beyond beer, Taps Coco Park boasts cocktails on Taps Coco Park Shenzhen and laughter.
Add: 132, 1/F, B District, Shopping Park, Fuhua Lu, Futian District, Shenzhen Taps Coco Park Tel: (+86)2394 4697 PAPER 30 cru
Ceretto Wines
“More than just a job, ours is a passion. One things for certain - the method laid out by my father Bruno: let the customers live our culture and learn about the beauty of our land, the Langhe ”.
-Federico Ceretto
The Ceretto Heritage and Story
160 hectares of estate-owned vineyards, 4 wineries, 17 wines, 150 employees across the vineyards, winery and office, 5,000 clients including wine bars and restaurants in Italy, 60 countries of export. These are impressive achievements as the 3rd generation of Cerettos continue to develop the winery and vineyards that have been passed down from their forefathers. The Ceretto family is incredibly excited about their cru mission: promoting the wines and unique characteristics of the Langhe, defending the soil and the terroir, and involving the people they work with to develop the fundamental principles of their family business.
Vineyards
The Cerettos believe strongly in caring and cultivating their vineyards according to organic farming principles, which avoids over-use of natural resources, according to a model of sustainable development for nature and for mankind, that can last over time. In 2010, they began to implement an organic approach on all estate-owned vineyards (160 hectares), obtaining Certification with the vintage 2015. Additionally, they have also applied biodynamic principles in Barolo and Barbaresco. Presently, all their cru (20 ha), are treated biodynamically.
“Sustainable agriculture is a new starting point for us, that sees us taking on new goals with renewed enthusiasm. Respecting the land on which we walk and the fruits it offers means respecting ourselves, and safeguarding everyone’s health. It also means producing a healthy and good wine. I want to be a leader, in my land, of the new culture of organics. It feels like the right choice.”
-Alessandro Ceretto Appellation: BAROLO D.O.C.G. Commune: Barolo 100% Nebbiolo CERETTO Variety: 0.25 ha Barolo D.O.C.G. Hectares: First year of production: 2003 magnum Cannubi San Format: The sandy soil matrix (Marne of St. Agatha Fossils) and the microclimactic Lorenzo conditions (the altitude and excellent ventilation give valuable temperature ranges) make it an exceptionally complex and elegant wine. The wine ages for at least 10 years from harvest and is produced exclusively in magnum. Extremely limited production (500 magnum).
CERETTO Moscato d'Asti D.O.C.G. CERETTO Langhe D.O.C. Arneis Moscato Blangè d'Asti Denomination: Moscato d'Asti D.O.C.G. Denomination: LANGHE D.O.C. ARNEIS Commune: Santo Stefano Belbo e Calosso Communes: Vezza d’Alba, Castagnito, Variety: 100% Moscato Castellinaldo and Alba Hectares: 42,00 ha Variety: 100% Arneis First year of production: 1978 Hectares: 75 ha Designer label and bottle: First year of production: 1985 Giacomo Bersanetti, year 1987 Format: bottle and magnum White and sweet, it is the par excellence Blangè is the product of a highly distinctive dessert wine. Pale yellow coloured, the region, the Roero, and a desire to improve intensity of which varies according to the varietal recognition, as well as drinking year. It is intensely fruity, aromatic and pleasure. Blangè combines sustainable lingering. The sweetness is in balance with practices in the vineyard with a modern take. the low alcohol (5%) and acidity, never too Fruit and minerality, aromatics and balanced high, but nevertheless gives the product a freshness, coexist in this white wine that has pleasant freshness. It is vinified exclusively made enjoyment and versatility its trademark. in steel tanks.
old Wines Contributed by Roy Moorfield
Being a bit south of middle life, I executive winemaker Neville Rowe I could see a wine that could take its needed some reassurance about age. showed me 3 barrel samples of Shiraz place near the famous Henschke Hill Roy Moorfield has been I think I now have it, where age really made in the same way from the 2014 of Grace which is made from vines a global wine industry authority and identity for demonstrates difference, perhaps even vintage. They were grown in vineyards planted in 1860. 42 years. Roy’s influence on ethereal. from very different soils and altitudes. the Australian and Hong Each vineyard was planted more than From experiencing vintage Chinese Kong wine business cannot Yes, I am thinking about wine. Not 120 years ago. The oldest was from teas, I know age means subtlety. Now, be underestimated. Roy has about a perfectly cellared old bottle 1850! instead of just looking for old vintage just celebrated 25 Years of red wine, although they can be wines, I will now look at old vines as with Cathay Pacific as wine amazing. Instead, I am thinking about This is truly rare in Australia as wine was well. advisor. old vines. popular in the 19th century in Australia but lost its mojo until the late 20th. Yes, age matters! Recently I came across a bunch of them Vineyards had largely in a trial barrel blending at Chateau been replaced during Tanunda in the Barossa Valley, South that time by sheep and Australia. It showed me that you are cattle farms. never too old to learn something about wine. The wines were exceptional. Fragrant, I was on a visit to that state, with a elegant with varied group of Chinese importers. The flavours and tannin producers there have made ’Australian levels that you could Shiraz’ a speciality. Powerful, rich with almost blend them silky tannins are descriptions that come in your mind. I look to mind when the name is mentioned. forward to taste what This visit had much more to it. The Neville does with them. PAPER 32 out n about
A Meeting of Minds AMCHAM South China Hosts 2017 APCAC Business Summit
Delegates from 29 American Chambers of Commerce representing different guests such as the Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of U.S. 22 Asia Pacific economies and 15,000 member companies converged Embassy in Beijing, Mr. David H. Rank and Ambassador of Kuwait on LN Garden Hotel in Guangzhou on 19th April for the 2017 Asia in China, His Excellency, Ambassador Sameeh Essa Johar Hayat, Pacific Council of American Chambers of Commerce (APCAC) addressed the guests during different key sessions. Business Summit. Business and industry leaders from 23 countries met with top government officials from China, America and Kuwait, In the current climate of political change and dynamism, this forum amongst many others, over four days to understand, discuss and promotes continued economic and trade cooperation between enhance multilateral and strategic business relationships. South China and the USA. As Chinese companies set their sights on expanding globally and foreign investors look to tap into the Founded in 1968, APCAC represents the interests of 15,000 member growing affluence of the domestic Chinese market, the conference Dcompanies, 50,000 overseas American executives and 10 million provides a platform for leaders from all sides to enhance cross- employees across the Asia-Pacific region and aims to improve cultural understanding and work together towards a stable future for the competitiveness of U.S businesses while its members manage everyone. annual trade volumes over USD$1 trillion billion and annual foreign direct investment in excess of USD$620 billion. The 2017 APCAC Business Summit closed with a Spring Ball held at the LN Garden Hotel as guests suited up in black ties costumes Hosted by AMCHAM South China and led by President of AMCHAM according to a Musicals Fantasy theme to unwind and cement South China, Dr Harley Seyedin, the recent recipient of the Business friendship developed during the past 4 days. for Peace Award, more than 100 distinguished speakers and delegates took to the stage to share their industry’s or city’s outlook for the future and the resources they have ready for partnership, joint development and opportunities for cooperation.
Over the four days, various topics such as legislation, education, media, e-commerce, cyber security and opportunities for cooperation were presented through plenary sessions allowing the attendees to engage the speakers. Ambassadors, Consulate Generals and senior government officials were in attendance as
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The World’s Leading MICE Hotel 2016 Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
For the 4th consecutive year, Madinat Jumeirah's characteristic 600-seater outdoor amphitheatre • Dedicated majlis for VIPs the World Travel Awards had waterways, the venue has which also boasts of over 24 crowned Madinat Jumeirah, spectacular views of the Burj restaurants offering cuisines from Madinat Arena Dubai as the world’s leading Al Arab Jumeirah. The resort’s all over the world to cater to your • Multipurpose venue measuring MICE hotel. Madinat Jumeirah Fort Island features an attractive events and meetings. 2760 sqm had also boldly declared itself as and sustainable landscape while • Tiered balcony seating for 880 the Arabian Resort of the UAE. preserving the fort’s traditional For indoor events, the guests It was not hard to see why as look and feel. Conference & Events Centre • Ideal for exhibitions, I was immediately awe-struck houses 4 beautifully designed conferences, gala dinners and by the opulence of the resort. Set over a massive 1750 square venues: concerts FComprising three grand hotels: meters, the venue is also the Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah largest hotel event space in Joharah Ballroom Four Meeting Rooms Mina A’Salam and the newly the United Arabs Emirates with • Ideal for extravagant weddings With such grandeur and opened Jumeirah Al Naseem; the massive capacity to host and corporate functions luxury, regardless of organizing 29 traditional summerhouses banquets, parties, exhibitions, • 1880 sqm space which can be weddings, team-building or in Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf and product launches, music concerts, divided into 7 rooms conferences, get ready to be 7 Jumeirah Jumeirah Malakiya weddings, sports events and • Large pre-function area inspired! Villas, Madinet Jumeirah is easily even festivals for up to 1400 with direct access to a terrace one of the most luxurious resorts people. The capacities at Fort overlooking the waterways For more information on I have ever been to. Island can cater for 1400 people corporate event bookings, in a cocktail set-up and up to Murjaan Ballroom please contact: The beauty of the venue itself an astonishing 1100 people in a • Arabic-themed ballroom Phone: +971 4 366 6050 is truly a spectacular sight to banquet style set-up in rounds measuring 388 sqm Email: [email protected] behold. Located in the heart of of 10. Fort Island is also a stone’s • Space can be split into 9 rooms the resort and surrounded by throw from the Souk Madinat, a and a corridor Draft beer with Garden barbeque, delicious, fresh and mouthwatering.
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Luxurious Waterfront Living in Heart of London
A new waterfront development, the Royal Arsenal Riverside, is an exciting riverside property occupying a prime location along the River Thames in South East London. This freehold property development is positioned near the banks of the River Thames, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich where the residential properties will offer sensational Thames-side living. Open spaces are abundant, from the lawn and formal gardens of Wellington Park through to green corners, wide avenues and broad squares, the forthcoming 4-acre Waterside Park and over 1km of river walks. ABesides the waterfront living and the beautiful landscape, the Royal Arsenal Riverside is extremely convenient and highly accessible. Ten new Crossrail stations are being constructed along the central route, linking the on- site station at Royal Arsenal Riverside with London destinations including Tottenham Court Road, Bond Street, Liverpool Street and Canary Wharf. With the new Crossrail set to be completed in 2018, journey times to Central London and other locations are going to be significantly reduced.
Other than being an exceptional waterfront location, nearby the Royal Arsenal Riverside lies 5,000 new houses plus restaurants, bars, retails outlets and recreation facilities, all complemented by parks, gorgeous riverside walks, and a rich history. A vibrant community, Royal Arsenal Riverside offers a creative and vibrant environment for work, rest and play in South East London.
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Destination Current Crossrail Canary Wharf 17 mins 8 mins Liverpool Street 33 mins 14 mins Farrington 46 mins 17 mins Bond Street 40 mins 22 mins Paddington 41 mins 25 mins Heathrow 70 mins 50 mins For nature and outdoor lovers, the new park at Royal With a 24-hour concierge, the Royal Arsenal Riverside Arsenal Riverside, covering four acres, has been is your choice for the ultimate never-ending waterfront carefully designed to embrace the many aspects of the lifestyle experience! English countryside. The lush green space around the Waterfront includes sensory planting, tranquil water Property information movement and an impressive new linear park, the size of 13 Olympic swimming pools. Type: 1 - 3 bedroom apartments/ Penthouses Tenure: Freehold For residents who desire a getaway from the hustle and Prices: £322,000 - £2,100,000 bustle of the fast-paced city life, The Waterside Club presents an array of health and fitness choices replete For enquiries, please contact with gyms, swimming pools, spa pools, sauna, steam Telephone: (+86)20-8331 7130 rooms and massage treatment rooms. After pounding Email: [email protected] the cardio machines, one can simply unwind in the private cinema room in a total state of relaxation. PAPER 38 education The Importance of Play
Play is often regarded as a respite from as children imagine what it is to be like serious learning but for children, play is someone else, to feel, act, think, work and serious learning. This emphasises the behave like them. This make-believe is importance of giving children opportunities part of the child’s play which nurtures their to play. Some of the reasons are listed below: imagination and helps them deal with day- P to-day situations. • It promotes cognitive development as children are curious by nature and play gives • It promotes physical and motor them the opportunity to handle and examine development as it gives them a chance to objects, to explore surroundings that help practice balancing on bricks, jump over walls, them find answers to the questions in their climb steps or even paint or draw. These can minds and to understand the reason why help build their fine motor skills. things happen the way they do. In this way, it allows children to discover and learn by • It helps in helping them to acquire themselves. language faster as these playful interactions which caregivers give enable the learner to • It promotes imagination and creativity hear the language which motivates them to
PAPER 38 cotchin Books Music Movies
[Book] Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan
Crazy Rich Asians is the outrageously funny debut novel about three super-rich, pedigreed Chinese families and the gossip, backbiting, and scheming that occurs when the heir to one of the most massive fortunes in Asia brings home his ABC (American-born Chinese) girlfriend to the wedding of the season. Uproarious, addictive, and filled with jaw-dropping opulence, Crazy Rich Asians is an insider's look at the Asian era of opulence; a perfect depiction of the clash between old money and new money; between Overseas Chinese and Mainland Chinese; and a fabulous novel about what it means to be young, in love, and gloriously, crazily rich.
[TV] In The Name of the People ( 人民的名义 ) [Music] Turn Up the Quiet by Diana Krall The series, about China's anti-corruption Turn Up the Quiet is Krall's 13th studio campaign, has taken China by storm. Viewers album and marks the singer's return to jazz have even compared it to the American political with as she reunites with Grammy-winning drama House of Cards, which has a huge producer Tommy LiPuma. Krall is the only Chinese following. In The Name of the People jazz singer to have eight albums debut at chronicles the internal power struggle of the the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Chinese Communist Party in the fictional city of To date, her albums have garnered five Jingzhou, featuring stories about Chinese politics Grammy Awards, eight Juno Awards and that are often talked about but never seen on have also earned nine gold, three platinum mainstream television. The entire nation has and seven multi-platinum albums. This been gripped by the realism of the storyline, the album is set for release on 5 May 2017 on latest in the government’s efforts to crackdown Verve Records. on corruption in the country. speak, discriminate sounds and differentiate words. Eventually, the children will be able to pick up the language intuitively.
• It helps the child to be social as interactions of the caregiver who bathes, dresses, feeds the child has a lasting impact on the child as this is the child’s first interaction with other people and it affects her future relationships too.
• It helps in emotional development as it gives them opportunities to express emotions such as delight, joy, anger, fear. The freedom in play allows expression of feelings which may not be allowed in other situations.
What are you waiting for? Incorporate play in your child’s life today! PAPER MAGAZINE SUPREMOS
Dr. Harley Seyedin
Building Sustainable Businesses since 1993. The last Paper Magazine interviewed Dr. Harley Seyedin in 2013, the United States Department of Commerce had just awarded him The Peace Through Commerce Medal, for his contribution in promoting U.S.-China trade. In May 2017, Dr. Seyedin will receive The Business For Peace Award in Oslo, Norway as a recognition of his contribution in building sustainable businesses in accordance with the United Nations Global Compact Ten. An independent committee of Nobel Prize winners selects the winners from a pool of outstanding candidates from 40 countries.
With this award, Dr. Seyedin becomes the only person to have ever been honoured with both the Peace through Commerce Recently, political changes are sweeping the global economy. award and the Business for Peace award. With the constant dynamism of these waves, what are your thoughts on China’s future? Congratulations on the Business For Peace Award! How do you feel about winning this award? China is just warming up. Some people may say that the Chinese boom is over and is now on the decline. I personally I am humbled by the recognition. This award would not have think that there are still boundless opportunities in this market. been possible without the continuous support and friendship of In a short twenty years, China has improved the livelihoods of the Chinese and my other partners. My contribution is but one the citizens and increased the level of education. The market small part of the whole effort put in during these past two and a in China is huge and we have barely scratched the surface. We half decades in China. have moved from when businesses were producing goods in China and selling them overseas, to companies now bringing in This award is important because it promotes sustainable goods and services customized for the Chinese market. I believe development for businesses. When I first came to South China that the demand for a greater variety and higher quality goods in 1993 to manage my first power plant project here, I brought and services will continue to increase. This means a fantastic technology, equipment, expertise, knowledge and funding from opportunity for small and medium enterprises that are willing to overseas into China. We even provided training to the locals to invest time and resources in developing this market. upgrade their skills so they could build the plant for us. Fast- forward twenty years and when I was asked to build another As we wind down the interview, Dr. Seyedin thanks his power plant in Asia, this time, the equipment, the engineering wonderful wife for being a bedrock of support in his life. Dr. skills and even half the investment funding was from China. Seyedin will be leading AMCHAM South China in preparing for the upcoming Asia Pacific Business Summit in Guangzhou This is how sustainable businesses should be, leaving a place where AMCHAM South China will host business leaders from and its’ people better than when you first started doing business 23 countries to discuss opportunities and collaboration. We there. Most companies exist for profit; however, this does not wish him all the best as he leads the charge for peace. mean that companies can exploit the local population. Instead, by investing in the community, the local population will recognise that you are here to help them and they in turn will be willing to return the friendship. In this way, all parties benefit; the business gets a workforce that is constantly improving and this in turn contributes to the business’s development.
You were elected the President of AMCHAM South China and you have held this position for the last fifteen years. What do you think is your greatest influence in this role?
Throughout my years in China, I have made many friends from China and the international community. The time spent here has also given me a deeper understanding into the local culture and the way issues are addressed and business gets done. So this allows me to guide new businesses from America looking to do business in China by helping them bridge the cultural gap between the East and the West. When a successful business deal is concluded, not only do both countries benefit, the individuals also make new friends and understand each other’s cultures better.
This is also one of the fundamental purposes of the chamber; to prevent misunderstandings and to facilitate the development of business relationships for mutual benefit. PAPER MAGAZINE Destination Nanjing A Place Where Traditions and Modernity Meet
As a vital cradle of Chinese civilization and political importance, Nanjing is regarded as the Capital of Ten Ancient Dynasties, rich in both cultural heritage and historical relics. Yet, amongst these relics, a visitor is also struck by the modern dynamism of the city. After all, being dubbed “University City”, Nanjing is also renowned for its forward-thinking universities, education and research which has enabled it to modernize at a faster pace than other 2nd tier cities.
Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao) Presidential Palace the passway of 480 meters long and 40 meters Located on the Northern bank of the Qinhuai The Presidential Palace could be thought of as wide. Situated on the passway is the frontispiece River, the Confucius Temple in Nanjing is built for Nanjing’s version of the Forbidden City. The combining three archway gates encased in copper. people to worship Confucius, a great thinker and palace was also the base for Dr Sat Yun Sen Four Chinese characters written by Dr. Sun Yat- educator in ancient China. It is one of the top four when he led the Kuomintang party to power in sen are inscribed on the doorways that translates largest Confucius Temples in China. China. It was also the KMT’s headquarters from to "The World Belongs to All", which signifies the 1927 to 1949. Inside the rooms of the several cause he struggled for during his life. Dacheng Hall, or the Hall of Great Achievement, original buildings are interesting displays, such is considered the focal point of all the temple’s as the emperors throne. Moving through newer Passing through the Pavilion, you will then enter attractions and was originally used as for sacrificial buildings, the rooms are filled with displays of the sacrificial hall and in the centre of itis a big ceremonies. The hall's perimeter is lined with artefacts, photos and story boards of the then statue of Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Caressing an open book beautifully carved stone walls with a copper revolutionary government that led China from on his lap, he seems to be contemplating the furnace placed in each corner. 1911 to 1949.There’s also the former home of Dr present and future states of China. Surrounding Sat Yun Sen to wander through, and the many the statue are sculptures demonstrating the Moreover, its inner chambers are worth viewing nooks and crannies of the garden shouldn’t be revolutionary leaps that the giant had taken during as they house China's largest statue of Confucius missed as it’s hard to beat a garden that was his life. The texts etched on the walls reminds the as well as a magnificent display of gold, jade, and originally built for an emperor. visitors of his famous writings that embodied his silver panels depicting the ancient philosopher's political and philosophical ideologies. life. The Jiangnan Gongyuan and Xue Gong also Be sure to check out the nearby Ming-guo offer interesting historical perspective on the architecture in 1912, a cluster of charming old Nanjing City Wall importance of the civil service examination that buildings now packed with bars and eateries. Although it isn’t as grandiose as the Great Wall, was instrumental in selecting government officials the Nanjing Wall (25 km) is a historical site in its in Imperial China. Dr. Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum (Zhongsan Ling) own right. A structure of such magnitude took 21 Traveling along the marble road towards the years to complete using the manpower of 200,000 Outside the Temple also lies an array of stalls mausoleum, you will first arrive at the half-moon labourers. A unique feature of the Nanjing Wall selling traditional tea, food, drinks, snacks and square south of the mausoleum. Then at the is the calligraphy that has been inscribed on its souvenirs for tourists. entrance to the mausoleum you will see the great bricks. The marks were a quality seal ensuring that marble memorial archway. Through it extends every brick matched exact size specifications. Out PAPER destination 43
of the original 13 gates of the Wall, be sure to check out Zhonghua Gate which is the best preserved. Zhonghua Gate is a fortress with 27 vaults that were used in the past to store military supplies and as soldier’s accommodation.
Nearby, you can explore Jiefang Gate where there is a small museum with photos, maps and exhibitions dedicated to the Wall.
Editor’s recommendations: If you have time, visit the various universities in Nanjing and feel the intellectual buzz of the city. Each university has its own unique architecture and learning culture. Students will be more than eager to show you around. PAPER MAGAZINE Get on the list for Paper magazine's e-newsletter and e-bulletin. To make sure you don't miss the latest e-news, email: [email protected] Bulletin or follow our Wechat: PAPER
Catch the Flavors of the Season - Catch Launches New Menu Premium ingredients and creative techniques to create an ultimate gourmet journey
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