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ChinaAMC's ESG team extended its analytical scope to concrete, on-the-ground practices across China's agri-food value chain, and tell the story to the rest of the world.
BEIJING, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In recent years, sustainability issues spanning biodiversity, deforestation-free supply chains, and agricultural greenhouse gas emission have become material topics of corporate operations. This followed the gradual implementation of global regulatory frameworks—such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), alongside China's "Dual Carbon" targets, tightening ESG disclosure mandates, and the rollout of grand biodiversity strategy.
As a leading asset manager in China, China Asset Management Co. (ChinaAMC) has long prioritized monitoring and evaluating corporate practices regarding climate change, natural capital, biodiversity, and supply chain management. Following engagements with international institutional investors during last year's global sustainability summits in Brazil—where biodiversity and deforestation-free supply chains topped the agenda—ChinaAMC's ESG research team extended its analytical scope to concrete, on-the-ground practices across the nation's agricultural and food value chain. The goal is to help global investors better understand Chinese agri-food businesses' sustainable transition practices. This active stewardship approach also aims to help companies to set science-based targets, elevating data disclosure standards, ensuring supply chain traceability, and strengthening overall sustainability capacity.
Against this backdrop, ChinaAMC last week joined a delegation of leading Chinese and international asset managers, as well as non-governmental organizations to conduct field trips and corporate engagements centered on the sustainable transformation of China's agri-food business, deforestation-free supply chains, and methane emission.
Shanghai: Overcome the vital "bankability" problem
The delegation commenced its itinerary at the School of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, participating in an exclusive ESG Investor Roundtable. The forum served as a high-level platform where leading institutions and enterprises shared frontier sustainability practices within the agricultural sector. Notably, representatives from the Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI) presented strategic blueprints detailing how global capital markets can effectively finance and support methane emission reduction across the agri-food supply chain.
The roundtable discussions underscored that the agri-food system remains a substantial contributor to global methane emissions. While in some key segments—such as livestock farming, livestock manure management, and feed optimization—emission-reduction technologies have been deployed, significant commercial hurdles remain. From an investment standpoint, scaling agricultural methane reduction requires overcoming the vital threshold of "bankability." Currently, many agricultural abatement projects are structurally fragmented, limited in individual scale, and heavily reliant on more robust data monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) mechanisms to validate environmental performance. The consensus among delegates was clear: only when the environmental benefits of these projects are precisely quantified, verified, and rendered transparent to the market can green financial instruments—such as green loans and green bonds—be deployed at scale.
Northwestern China: Super factory, Green transformation, Oasis in the Sea of Death
After Shanghai, the delegation visited Mengniu Dairy's production base in Northwestern China. On Day 1 of the leg, we visited Mengniu's super factory in Ningxia. As the world's largest single liquid milk production base, the factory has been recognized as global dairy industry's first "Lighthouse Factory" by the World Economic Forum. Full automation and digitalization reduced the overall energy consumption by 43%(according to Mengniu dated Dec 2024), making the factory a prime model for the digital intelligence and green practices in dairy industry.
The delegation held an in-depth dialogue with Mengniu and its suppliers. Following the roadshows by executives of these companies, ChinaAMC's ESG research head Shirly Xu moderated a Q&A session, featuring a lively exchange of views on deforestation and greenhouse gas emission. Delegates said the field trip offered them a chance to witness the top Chinese dairy firm's sustainable practices in person and engage with the executives.
On Day 2 of the leg, the delegation reached the outskirt of the Ulan Buh desert. Looking out across the vast desert, interlocking stretches of saxaul trees and purple alfalfa grew in harmony, transforming the once-boundless sea of sand into a vibrant green wilderness. It is hard to imagine that this thriving ecological pasture was a barren "Sea of Death" devoid of any life just 17 years ago. A major supplier of Mengniu invested heavily over the years to transform the vast swath of desert into an "organic" farm, an oasis that is isolated and free of fertilizers.
A tour of Mengniu's modern ranch featured their livestock management and automated milking processes. The cows there were well-cared for, fed with organic feed in well-ventilated, temperature-controlled facilities. The delegation also toured an organic farm, where there was the sharp contrast between the vibrant green pasture and the adjacent ochre sands.
"We are glad to be part of the fact-finding trip and connect international investors with Chinese industries. What we witnessed was not only Chinese agri-food businesses' ESG achievements, but also a replicable methodology that converts sustainability into business competitiveness," said Shirly Xu.
About ChinaAMC
Founded in April 1998, China Asset Management Co., Ltd. (ChinaAMC) has grown to be one of the largest asset managers in China, with total AUM reaching RMB3 trillion (US$443.1 billion) as of the end of March, 2026. It positioned itself as a full-service and versatile asset management platform that operates across asset classes, industries and regions. In 2017, it became the first full-service asset manager to sign the UN PRI in China. Since then it has conducted over 170 deep engagements with more than 70 Chinese companies.
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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cathay United Bank has maintained a long-standing presence in Vietnam for more than two decades, with its "Elevated Tree Program" now entering its 18th year. The program continues to support underprivileged students by expanding access to educational resources and opportunities.
In 2026, Cathay United Bank Ho Chi Minh City Branch (CUBHCM) provided a total of approximately VND 720 million in scholarships across Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, helping students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds remain in school. Since its launch in 2008, the program has supported nearly 25,000 students, with total scholarships reaching approximately VND 14 billion. Over time, the initiative has not only alleviated financial pressure on families but also contributed to strengthening local education systems, becoming one of the more established education support programs in Vietnam.
This year, the Elevated Tree Program continues its cross-regional implementation model, bringing together the Ho Chi Minh City Association for Promoting Education, Da Nang City Association for Promoting Education, Lawrence S. Ting School (LSTS), educators, and local communities. Beyond scholarship provision, the initiative has evolved into a platform that integrates learning activities and community engagement.
To further support students' long-term development, the program has expanded its educational components. In collaboration with LSTS, CUBHCM has introduced a series of learning initiatives, including study skills sessions and practical financial literacy education embedded in everyday contexts. Through interactive games and teaching tools, students are guided to understand money management, differentiate between needs and wants, and apply basic financial concepts in their daily lives.
In addition, the program incorporates STEM-related activities this year, including robot demonstrations and hands-on experiences. These activities offer students, particularly those from underserved areas exposure to technology and help broaden their perspectives on future learning opportunities. A dedicated career guidance booth was also set up at the event, where educators provided advice on academic pathways and future planning, offering students valuable reference points for their next steps.
In terms of scholarship allocation, the program adopts a balanced approach across different education stages. In Da Nang, 100 primary and secondary school students each receive VND 1 million, while 40 high school students are awarded special scholarships of VND 12 million each to support their transition to higher education. In Ho Chi Minh City, the program includes 140 primary and secondary school students, each receiving VND 1 million, ensuring that resources address both foundational education and continued academic progression.
Keng Yang Lin, General Manager of Cathay United Bank, stated: "Through the Elevated Tree Program, we aim not only to provide financial assistance, but also to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required for sustainable growth. This initiative reflects our enduring commitment to supporting local communities and nurturing Vietnam's future talent."
Truong Tinh Ha, Principal of Lawrence S. Ting School, added: "Leveraging our educational expertise, we are honored to partner with CUBHCM in delivering impactful initiatives such as the Elevated Tree Program. This collaboration also offers valuable opportunities for our students to engage in community service and foster a strong capability of socially responsibility leadership."
Over the years, the Elevated Tree Program has evolved from a scholarship-focused initiative into a comprehensive platform that integrates learning support and skills development, while working closely with local schools and communities to strengthen its role in supporting Vietnam's education ecosystem. Guided by the belief that education is fundamental to sustainable development, CUBHCM prioritizes long-term engagement over one-time contributions, aiming through sustained efforts to create lasting and meaningful impact by empowering students and supporting broader community development.
