Dr. Robert Yap Honoured with World Chinese Distinguished Entrepreneur Lifetime Achievement Award at GCET 2024

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr Robert Yap, Executive Chairman of YCH Group, has been awarded the 2024 World Chinese Distinguished Entrepreneur Lifetime Achievement Award at the Global Chinese Economic & Technology Summit (GCET 2024) in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. This prestigious award recognises Dr Yap's enduring contributions to fostering economic collaboration, advancing regional trade efficiency, and strengthening ties within the global Chinese diaspora. His visionary leadership has been instrumental in advancing sustainable economic integration and enhancing ASEAN-China trade relations.

Strengthening Ties Within the Global Chinese Diaspora

Enhancing ASEAN-China Connectivity through ASLN: Dr Yap has been a key proponent of the ASEAN Smart Logistics Network (ASLN), which facilitates hub-to-hub connectivity across ASEAN and China. Under his leadership, YCH Group's SuperPortsâ„¢ network integrates multimodal logistics hubs, streamlining trade flows, reducing transit times, and enhancing regional trade efficiency.

Providing Sustainable Growth Solutions: Through the SGConnectâ„¢ Initiative, YCH Group contributes to ASLN's objectives by providing ASEAN member states with sustainable solutions to "grow without growing pains." These initiatives combine smart technologies and green logistics to promote efficient and environmentally responsible trade flows.

Driving Collaboration Through Leadership: Dr Yap has been a steadfast advocate for the advancement of the ASEAN Economic Community for over 21 years. In 2007, under his Chairmanship, the ASEAN Business Awards (ABA) were established to celebrate the achievements of ASEAN enterprises and individuals who have excelled within the region. These awards serve as an inspiration for aspiring companies and talents, showcasing exemplary home-grown success stories.

In 2018, during his second Chairmanship term, Dr Yap spearheaded the launch of the Smart Growth Connect (SGConnectâ„¢) legacy project, ASEAN-BAC's fifth legacy initiative. SGConnectâ„¢ provides a robust ecosystem designed to foster a resilient and connected ASEAN by addressing challenges and enabling sustainable growth.

Dr Yap's visionary leadership has laid a strong foundation for an intelligent and resilient supply chain framework across ASEAN. The SGConnectâ„¢ model has been brought to life through landmark initiatives such as the Vietnam SuperPortâ„¢, with the Cambodia SuperPortâ„¢ and others soon to follow. These projects are instrumental in realising the vision of the ASEAN Smart Logistics Network (ASLN) by enhancing intra-ASEAN trade, strengthening ASEAN-China connectivity, and extending trade beyond the region.

Recognised for his remarkable contributions, Dr Yap was recently honoured as an Emeritus Council Member, further cementing his legacy as a champion of regional collaboration and economic integration.

With a distinguished career spanning more than four decades, Dr Yap's innovative and forward-thinking approach continues to empower ASEAN member states and the global Chinese business community to collaborate, innovate, and drive sustainable progress in global trade.

For media inquiries, please contact: 

Cecil Chua
Head of Corporate Communications, YCH Group
Email: cecil.chua@ych.com

About YCH Group 

YCH Group is Singapore's leading homegrown, end-to-end supply chain solutions partner to some of the world's largest companies and favourite brands across more than 100 cities in the Asia Pacific region. YCH focuses on boosting productivity and sustainability for its customers with its proprietary best-in-class suite of award-winning solutions across industries such as fast-moving consumer goods, electronics, chemical and healthcare, cold chain logistics, and e-Commerce. A strong proponent of innovation, YCH is recognised for its 7PLâ„¢ approach in seamlessly integrating supply chain strategy with execution. 

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Dr. Robert Yap Honoured with World Chinese Distinguished Entrepreneur Lifetime Achievement Award at GCET 2024

SINGAPORE, Nov. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has announced its list of the most affordable holiday destinations for the end-of-year holidays. Travelers seeking budget-friendly accommodation options for Christmas and New Year's Eve have many destinations in Asia to choose from, with Hat Yai, Thailand, leading the list as the most affordable on average.

Hat Yai offers an average room rate of $46 per night*, making it the top choice for cost-conscious travelers in late December. Following closely are Surakarta, Indonesia, and Varanasi, India, with rates of $47 and $49 per night, respectively. These destinations provide a mix of cultural experiences and scenic beauty, perfect for holiday celebrations.

Matteo Frigerio, Chief Marketing Officer at Agoda said: "The holiday season brings joy, cherished moments with friends and family, and the spirit of exploration. It's also a time when expenses can quickly accumulate, making budget considerations crucial for travelers. At Agoda, we take pride in offering great prices, ensuring that with affordable flights, accommodations, and experiences, there's more room in the budget for Christmas presents."

To compile the Cheapest Destinations ranking, Agoda looked at the room rates of the ten most popular cities in each of the nine analyzed markets. Since the rank is based on averages, deal hunters are likely to find even lower rates in these and other destinations on Agoda.

The nine destinations are:

Agoda's extensive offerings include over 4.5 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all of which can be combined in a single booking. Ideal for a carefree end-of-year holiday. Download the Agoda app for the latest deals or visit agoda.com/deals.

About Agoda

Agoda, a digital travel platform, helps anyone see the world for less with its great value deals on a global network of 4.5M hotels and holiday properties worldwide, plus flights, activities, and more. Agoda.com and the Agoda mobile app are available in 39 languages and supported by 24/7 customer support.

Headquartered in Singapore, Agoda is part of Booking Holdings (Nasdaq: BKNG) and employs more than 7,000 staff in 27 markets, dedicated to leveraging best-in-class technology to make travel even easier.

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Agoda Unveils Cheapest Destinations for End-of-Year Holidays