HONOR and Alibaba Announce Strategic AI Collaboration

Manila, Philippines, September 23, 2025 - HONOR and Alibaba officially cemented a landmark strategic cooperation agreement in Hangzhou, China. James Li, CEO of HONOR Device Co., Ltd. and Eddie Wu, CEO of Alibaba Group, jointly witnessed the signing. 

This pivotal strategic cooperation agreement is built upon a shared vision for growth and strategic imperatives. The two industry leaders are embarking on a comprehensive, multi-faceted, and systematic collaboration, focusing on critical strategic areas including AI ecosystems, AI models and capabilities, and intelligent services. Together, we aim to cultivate a thriving AI ecosystem, seizing the immense opportunities presented by AI-driven industrial transformation and the convergence of intelligent device ecosystems. 

In the realm of AI agent ecosystems, HONOR and Alibaba will leverage their distinct technological and ecological strengths in AI agents, large AI models, intelligent services, and innovative application experiences. This will translate into comprehensive and deep cooperation across a multitude of core service scenarios, including travel navigation, tourism services, lifestyle, mobile office, e-commerce, and entertainment. The partnership will foster technical exchanges and resource sharing across different fields, jointly exploring new groundbreaking features and interaction paradigms for mobile devices. 

For AI models and capabilities, the collaboration will center on joint development based on the Qwen open-source model. This includes vertical application models for on-device AI, AI agents, and multimodal understanding and generation. The ultimate goal is to co-create a globally leading "cloud-device integrated" intelligent device experience, seamlessly merging the power of the Qwen large model with HONOR's cutting-edge hardware, operating systems, and diverse scenarios. This joint effort will accelerate the evolution of large model technology which focuses on scenario-specific and on-device improvements, delivering more intelligent, personalized, secure, and fluid AI services and experiences to HONOR MagicOS users. 

Furthermore, the two powerhouses will double down on their collaboration on MaaS (Model-as-a-Service) AI capabilities. This involves continuous optimization of performance and integration of capabilities across text, multimodal, image, video, and voice scenarios. We will jointly explore training, fine-tuning, and inference processes for both on-device and cloud AI models, whether based on the Qwen open-source model or developed collaboratively. The ambition is to forge advanced on-device models that achieve State-of-the-Art (SOTA) capabilities. 

Looking ahead, this deep cooperation will continue to expand. Leveraging Alibaba's extensive commercial service ecosystem and through the MCP (Multi-Cloud Platform) protocol, a series of vertical intelligent agents, such as Ele.me (food delivery), Damai (ticketing), and Taopiaopiao (movie ticketing), will be progressively integrated. This will extend the Agent ecosystem to a wider array of vertical scenarios, including food delivery, entertainment, office collaboration, and e-commerce, providing users with even more convenient and efficient life services.  

This initiative will embed AI technology more deeply into daily life. HONOR's upcoming HONOR Magic8 Series, poised to define the most powerful self-evolving AI native smartphone, will also bring users a wealth of AI usage scenarios and services jointly developed by HONOR and Alibaba in China.  
 
For more information about the HONOR Philippiness, visit and follow HONOR Philippines’ social media pages on: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorph/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines). 

Uncover the Best Fashion and Beauty Buys on Shopee with your Shopee Besties this October

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (18 October 2023) - Shopee is thrilled to announce the launch of "Shopee Besties," a dynamic squad of the country's top fashion and beauty influencers. These influencers have shared their favorite Shopee fashion & beauty picks since July. With the official launch, this exciting collaboration is set to redefine the online shopping experience as the Besties reveal more fashion and beauty secrets from Shopee.

Huiyan Pan, Head of Marketing at Shopee Philippines, shared about the partnership, stating, "We are glad to be partnering with fan-favorite influencers to bring more personalized and engaging content to our shoppers in the Philippines. Shoppers can look forward to insider shopping tips, top picks, and exclusive deals from Shopee Besties. We will continue to work with our partner brands, sellers, and influencers to deliver a more interactive and enjoyable shopping experience for shoppers this year-end.”

The latest Shopee Besties lineup includes fashionistas sharing their must-have clothing brands and beauty gurus who will showcase their top makeup and skincare recommendations, available on Shopee. 

Fashion Besties:

	Eya Borja (@eyevanana) A fashion & beauty creator with over 13.2 million followers on social media, Eya shares that Shopee allows her to purchase high-quality pieces at affordable prices, thanks to the various promotions and discounts.
	Liane San Jose (@snj.liane) As a lifestyle and fashion content creator, Liane uses Shopee as the platform to help make her “dream wardrobe come to life”, thanks to the wide array of fashion and beauty items available.
	Denise Annthea (@deniseannthea) A content creator and the founder of the online crochet bag shop, She Made Me Buy It, Denise shops on Shopee to keep up with the updated fashion trends on the platform.
	Breanna Estacio (@breyannuh) For fashion and lifestyle content creator Brenna, Shopee is “where fashion finds a wallet-friendly runway” thanks to the numerous discounts and vouchers she can use for each purchase.
	Andy Arguelles (@andyarguelles13)  While managing her studies, Andy is a content creator who mostly features fashion (outfit and style trends) on her social media. She loves to purchase fashion items from Shopee as the items are of great quality and arrive very quickly.

Beauty Besties:

	Michelle Dy (@michelledyy) Michelle is an established beauty vlogger with over 1.6 million followers on Instagram. She enjoys purchasing beauty products from Shopee due to the promotions and discounts available, and the platform also provides a vast selection of brands that she can pick from.
	Kianna Duntugan (@kianna.d) Despite still being in school, Kianna has started carving her path as a content creator known for her beauty-related content. With Shopee, it allows her the “most convenient way of shopping” with the array of items available.
	Muriel Nicolas (@murielnicole)  Balancing her work as a flight attendant and beauty content creator, Muriel relies on Shopee as her “go-to platform for hassle-free shopping”, providing everything she needs -  from skincare and toiletries to clothes and household items.
	Alex Manuel (@alexmanuell) Alex is a beauty and lifestyle content creator who shares her daily OOTDs and makeup looks on social media. She describes Shopee as the “one-stop shop” for all her needs, given the wide range of available items.
	Denise Mascarenas (@denisemascarenas) Denise describes Shopee as accessible and affordable, allowing her to choose from various products and exclusive vouchers and discounts that help her save more as she creates lifestyle and beauty-related content on her social media.

Shoppers are invited to uncover the secrets of looking as fabulous as the Shopee Besties themselves through engaging and informative content on Shopee and their social media channels. Stay tuned for the exciting KOL content on the Shopee app and social media platforms, where our fashion and beauty experts will divulge their insider shopping tips and unveil exclusive deals.

For the latest beauty and style finds, follow the Shopee Besties, and visit the microsites here and here. 

Shopee Rider Accidentally Interrupting a Wedding Shoot Shared Good Vibes Online

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (20 September 2023) - Ever excited when you hear “Shopee delivery po?” Thrilled to receive and unbox the items you ordered online? Been in a panic when no one’s home but your delivery arrived? These are some of our shared experiences when it comes to online shopping. But wait – there are others who experienced more out-of-the-blue scenarios in the most unforeseen time of their lives!

That is what happened in this funny video shared by freelance wedding photographer and videographer Papsy Lei. In the middle of a heartfelt parent’s blessing, a Shopee delivery rider, oblivious to such a solemn moment, innocently interrupts with the hope of getting his customer’s item delivered. In the short clip, everyone was humored when the groom was caught off-guard and burst into laughter after he heard what the never-ending call was all about: “Sir, Shopee po.” Is there any better way to make a wedding more memorable than receiving such a mind-blowing call?

The video spreads laughs and good vibes online as netizens know that the rider is unaware of the event and is just doing his job. Some users were left cracking jokes about the groom's father pulling back his tears due to the pleasant surprise. Another user commented that she had a similar experience during labor and delivery, “Teka lang kuya, iire muna ako! (Kindly wait brother, I’ll just push this baby out!)” Meanwhile, other users even instructed the delivery rider to go directly to the reception and participate in the banquet.

This unexpected encounter proves that Shopee and its riders are dedicated to fulfilling their duties and delivering customers’ needs. So, make sure to request backup or spill the tea to your courier if you have orders out for delivery but have a life-changing event you cannot miss!

And speaking of the things you should not miss, Shopee offers various amazing deals that shoppers can look forward to. Like the 9.9 Super Shopping Day, customers can get huge discounts, free shipping, branded promotions, payday sales, and many more! With just a few taps, they can order whatever they need or want on Shopee, hassle-free! 

Stay looped in on Shopee’s exciting promos! Download the app from leading app stores and Happy Shopee-ing!

Shopee launches 9.9 Super Shopping Day with Vice Ganda as new Brand Ambassador, partners with the League of Provinces to digitize MSMEs

MANILA, AUGUST 23, 2023 — Shopee continues to bring joy to the Filipino community as it kicks off the highly-anticipated shopping season with more fun and entertainment for users, a wide assortment of unbeatable deals, and a commitment to digitize MSMEs across the nation through its partnership with the League of Provinces of the Philippines. Shopee gives Filipinos plenty to look forward to as this year's 9.9 Super Shopping Day promises to be bigger, better, and more rewarding than ever. 

Delivering unkabogable fun and joy as Vice Ganda joins the Shopee family

Keeping to its promise of giving users delightful shopping experiences, Shopee proudly welcomes the Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda as the newest brand ambassador. The multi-talented comedy icon will serve as the face of Shopee's campaigns and community initiatives, amplifying the platform's commitment to delivering happiness to its millions of users.

"We are thrilled to welcome Vice Ganda into the Shopee family," shared Vincent Lee, Head of Shopee Philippines. "Her infectious energy, effortless wit, and vibrant personality make her the perfect fit for Shopee. With her popularity among people across all ages and from all walks of life, we look forward to bringing joy and delight to even more Filipinos."

This 9.9 Super Shopping Day, users can expect a wealth of entertaining content from the It's Showtime host as she stars in a Shopee Live stream and its new TV commercial.

Helping MSMEs go digital in partnership with the League of Provinces

During the launch of Shopee's 9.9 Super Shopping Day, the e-commerce platform also announced a groundbreaking partnership with the League of Provinces of the Philippines. This strategic collaboration aims to support and accelerate the digital transformation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country, driving economic growth and inclusivity.

The League of Provinces of the Philippines (LPP), an organization that represents the country's 81 provinces, has long championed the cause of local development and empowerment. By joining forces with Shopee, LPP aims to harness the power of e-commerce to uplift the livelihoods of MSMEs, especially those in rural and remote areas.

Lee added, "Shopee has always been committed to empowering and supporting local businesses, and our partnership with the League of Provinces of the Philippines aligns perfectly with this mission. We believe that by working together, we can enable MSMEs in every corner of the country to thrive in the digital economy."

The partnership starts with the training and onboarding of entrepreneurs in Quirino province, led by LPP National Chairman and Quirino Governor Dakila Carlo "Dax" Cua. Shopee provided seller training workshops, educational resources, and onboarding support for sellers of Quirino-made products, such as coffee, chocolates, ginger and turmeric tea, as well as home decor.

Governor Dax Cua expressed his excitement and optimism, "Our provinces are rich with talent and unique products. This partnership with Shopee will help our local entrepreneurs connect with a wider market, learn valuable digital skills, and ultimately improve their livelihoods. We are also excited to give Shopee users access to the wealth of products the Philippines has to offer."

Introducing more entertainment with Shopee Live & unbelievable shopping delights

• 70% off on Shopee Live Buong Araw: Get ready for an all-day shopping spree with stunning 70% off Shopee Live-exclusive vouchers with no minimum spend, which can be used on livestream-exclusive deals from notable brands like L’Oreal and INSPI through Shopee Live, keeping the excitement alive from dawn till dusk and giving shoppers an extended opportunity to snag their favorite items at incredibly low prices. Users can also watch out for their favorite celebrities like Candy Pangilinan, Mariel Padilla, Dianne Medina and many more! 

• Free Shipping Araw-Araw: This 9.9 Super Shopping Day, shoppers can enjoy free shipping on all their purchases with no minimum spending, making online shopping more accessible and affordable than ever.

• Fashion and Beauty Extravaganza: Dive into the world of fashion and beauty with a remarkable selection of brands like Unilever Beauty and Belo, and a wide assortment of fashion items priced at PHP 99 and below, allowing everyone to refresh their wardrobes and beauty routines without breaking the bank.

In addition to these enticing deals, users can expect to enjoy discounts from prominent fashion and brands like: Vice Cosmetics, Mikana, Shigetsu, INSPI, Penshoppe, OXGN, Regatta, Havaianas, BENCH, KEDS, and Crocs. They can also look forward to more exciting promos from tech brands such as vivo, GameXtreme, Aukey, Tecno, itel, Platinum Karaoke, and OPPO, as well as healthcare products from GSK.

Mark your calendars for a shopping experience like no other! Download the Shopee app from leading app stores and visit this link for more information about Shopee’s 9.9 Super Shopping Day. 

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About Shopee
Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee promotes an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem by enabling businesses to digitalize and grow their online presence, helping more people access and benefit from digital services, and uplifting local communities.

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping homegrown brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

Shopee is part of Sea Limited (NYSE: SE), a leading global consumer internet company. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology through its three core businesses: Shopee, Garena and SeaMoney.

Bring Joy to Underprivileged Children this 12.12 with Shopee Bayanihan: Pamaskong Pambata

MANILA, DECEMBER 1, 2022 — In the true spirit of Christmas, Shopee is giving users a meaningful and rewarding shopping experience at the 12.12 Mega Pamasko Sale. On top of amazing deals like free shipping at ₱0 minimum spend, daily 15% off vouchers, exclusive brand deals, and more, Shopee encourages shoppers to spread the holiday cheer to children in need across the country this Christmas by bringing back Shopee Bayanihan: Pamaskong Pambata.

From December 1-31, users can purchase donation vouchers from Shopee’s partner charities to bring joy and provide essentials for underprivileged children and their families this Christmas. This year, the initiative has expanded to support 21 charity partners across a wide variety of sectors, allowing users to donate to the cause that's closest to their hearts, be it providing daily essentials to children and families in need, equipping underprivileged children with basic school supplies, and more.

 

Charity partners for this year’s Pamaskong Pambata include AHA Learning Center, Aral Pinoy, Childhope Philippines Foundation, MovEd Foundation, Solar Hope, Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation, Nature Kids of Siargao, The Storytelling Project, GMA Kapuso Foundation, Gawad Kalinga, Kapwa Ko, Mahal Ko, UNICEF, Caritas Manila, Inc., Virlanie Foundation, World Vision, Teach for the Philippines, Make A Wish Philippines, ABS-CBN Foundation, Inc., PHAP Cares, Foundation, Inc., Good Neighbors, and Fairplay for All Foundation.

 

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, shared “We believe that the youth will shape the future of our country. We understand the need to provide them with the necessary tools and opportunities to help them grow, which is why we choose to maximize our platform and resources to offer them the support they need. We are glad to continue our long-term partnership with local charities, as well as extend our support to new organizations, in our continued effort to provide support for children in need.  I hope that during this season of giving, Filipinos can come together with Shopee to support these children in need and help spread the festive spirit.”

 

Users can donate to partner charities of their choice by following these simple steps:

1. Search “Bayanihan” in the Shopee app and tap on the Pamaskong Pambata banner.
2. Click on one of Shopee’s partner charities.
3. Select the donation voucher you wish to purchase and add to your cart.
4. Complete purchase by paying through card payment, online banking, or ShopeePay.

 

 

As you shop and give back this Christmas, Shopee is also giving you a chance to take home amazing prizes to make your holidays brighter. With Shopee’s Shop to Win Gold promo, you can win either a gold bar, a year’s worth of groceries from P&G Home Care, P&G Beauty, Pampers, Olay, Ariel, Head & Shoulders, & Frito-Lay, or subsidy for a year’s worth of electricity. Just claim your Golden Ticket after every purchase until December 12 for a chance to win. Tune in to Shopee Live on December 13 to find out if you will be one of the 12 lucky winners to take home gold or a year-long supply of groceries or electricity!

Foster the spirit of giving this Christmas with Shopee’s year-end festivities. Win gold, help those in need, and experience holiday shopping like no other this 12.12 Mega Pamasko Sale. Download the Shopee app from leading app stores and visit https://shopee.ph/m/12-12 for more details.

Shopee Granted a Teacher’s Wish of Providing School Chairs to over a Thousand Students in Palawan

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, NOVEMBER 22, 2022 – One of the Barangay Shopee winners, Barangay Punta Baja from Rizal, Palawan, received 1,200 school chairs from Shopee. Hundreds of students welcomed Shopee as they delivered their surprise gift to Jose P. Rizal National High School, requested by one of the teachers of the school, Sitti Halima Adges. 

Hon. Roselito Macahipay, Barangay Captain of Punta Baja shared, “Naiintindihan namin na ang edukasyon ay may malaking epekto sa kinabukasan ng mga bata. Maraming salamat sa Shopee sa ipinagkaloob niyo, na may puso at malasakit sa mga estudyante at paaralan.”

Watch their story here.

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About Shopee
Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia & Taiwan. Shopee promotes an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem by enabling businesses to digitalize and grow their online presence, helping more people access and benefit from digital services, and uplifting local communities.

 

Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping homegrown brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.

 

Shopee is part of Sea Limited (NYSE: SE), a leading global consumer internet company. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology through its three core businesses: Shopee, Garena and SeaMoney.

Shopee Donates 1,200 School Chairs to Barangay Punta Baja in Palawan

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, NOVEMBER 16, 2022 – As face-to-face classes resume, schools all around the Philippines struggle with a shortage of resources due to the influx of enrollees. In Barangay Punta Baja, Rizal, Palawan, students faced the problem of not having enough chairs, as a lot of them had no choice but to sit on the floor during classes. Sitti Halima Adges, a school teacher at the Jose P. Rizal National High School, dreamt of providing her students with a complete set of school arm chairs to create spaces conducive for learning. 

One day, Sitti chanced upon a post on Shopee’s Barangay Shopee initiative– where a barangay could win a community project of their choice. She and her fellow teachers took their chances and joined and thanks to their heartwarming video entry, Sitti’s dream became a reality. Out of 200 entries nationwide, Barangay Punta Baja was chosen as one of Barangay Shopee’s two winners.

On November 11, Shopee went to Rizal, Palawan to visit Sitti and her barangay, and donated more than 1,000 school chairs to the Jose P. Rizal National High School.

Sitti Adges submitted the winning video for the Barangay Shopee contest, and her wish was to provide all students of Jose P. Rizal National High School with new school chairs 

“Kami ay lubos na nagpapasalamat sa tulong at suporta ni Shopee sa Barangay Punta-Baja at Jose P. Rizal National High School. Bilang isang ina at guro, napakasaya ko na may mga mabubuting loob tulad ng Shopee na tumutulong sa pag-aaral ng aming mga estudyante sa barangay namin,” shared Sitti.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, shared “At Shopee, we are committed to serving the underserved and making a difference in communities all over the Philippines. When we launched Barangay Shopee, our goal was to address the direct needs of communities. Sitti’s video entry was one of the many we received, and it reminded us of our commitment to nurture young talent, and the importance of creating environments conducive for learning and growth. We are humbled that we were able to bring smiles to Barangay Punta Baja, and we hope to do the same for many more communities.”

Through Barangay Shopee and all initiatives under Shopee Bayanihan, Shopee furthers its objective to bettering the lives of the underserved  by helping communities benefit from the power of technology wherever they are in the Philippines. Learn more about Barangay Shopee here.