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China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (symbol: CLEU on Nasdaq prior to delisting) is a Beijing-based educational services company that focuses on technological consulting for smart campus solutions and other education-related services. Its news flow provides insight into how the company manages its education technology projects, student training services, capital structure, and stock market listing status.
Readers of this news page can find company-issued announcements about smart campus consulting projects, tailored job readiness training services, and textbook and course material activities, as described in China Liberal’s own releases. The company’s updates have also covered changes in its revenue mix, the discontinuation of certain service lines such as Sino-foreign jointly managed academic programs and overseas study consulting services, and the performance of its remaining core businesses.
A significant portion of recent news has related to Nasdaq listing compliance, including notifications about minimum bid price deficiencies, share consolidations, staff determination notices, and appeals to the Nasdaq Hearings Panel. Subsequent announcements have described the suspension of trading on Nasdaq, the Panel’s decision to deny continued listing, and the transition of the company’s ordinary shares to trading on the OTC Pink Current Market under the symbol CLEUF, as reported in a Form 6-K.
Investors and observers can use this page to review historical and ongoing disclosures from China Liberal, including earnings releases, corporate actions, and regulatory communications. By following these updates, readers can track how the company characterizes developments in its smart campus consulting work, job readiness training services, and overall corporate and listing status.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced on September 9, 2021, a definitive purchase and sale contract with Beijing Cloud Class Technology Co., Ltd. to sell 100 AI-Space machines for RMB25 million (approx. US$3.85 million). The AI-Space machines will be used to construct and upgrade 100 smart classrooms across universities in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region and Shandong province. The contract includes a RMB2 million down payment made on the announcement date. This move highlights the company's recognition in the market for its AI-Space technology, aimed at improving educational services.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced a strategic cooperation agreement with Boya Shoushan Kindergarten on August 11, 2021. This partnership aims to deliver comprehensive smart kindergarten solutions, including data management and facility reconstruction. The solutions encompass six critical areas, from attendance management to home-school interaction, leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency. CEO Ngai Ngai Lam emphasized the significant market potential in China's preschool education sector due to urbanization and policy changes.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced a contract with Straits Institute of Minjiang University (SIMU) in July 2021 to provide smart campus solutions. The installation and testing of the systems are completed, enabling SIMU to utilize China Liberal's AI-Space for virtual teaching. This technology facilitates remote instruction and class recordings, enhancing educational delivery. Revenue from technological consulting services for smart campus solutions represented 38% of total revenue in FY 2020, and the company anticipates increased contributions from this segment in future financial periods.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced the appointment of two new independent directors to its board, expanding the board from five to seven members. As of July 20, 2021, Mr. Wandong Chen and Ms. Xinyu Deng have joined. Mr. Chen brings over 17 years of experience in accounting and finance, previously serving at Moore Stephens Da Hua CPAs. Ms. Deng has extensive legal expertise, having worked as chief general counsel at Baomihua.com. The CEO expressed confidence that their insights will enhance the company’s governance and industry position.
On July 3, 2021, China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (CLEU) signed a LOI Extension Agreement to acquire Wanzhong Education Investment Management Co., Ltd (WEIM) for RMB350 million. This acquisition aims to enhance China Liberal's operational capacity in the education sector, allowing direct ownership of schools and the potential for increased profits. The transaction's completion hinges on due diligence, negotiations, and shareholder approval. WEIM operates two colleges, generating annual revenue of approximately RMB100 million and holding total assets of RMB200 million.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (CLEU) held an online-merge-offline (OMO) seminar with Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) to explore innovative teaching models. This initiative, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, incorporates the Company's proprietary AI-Space system, designed to enhance the educational environment. It serves various applications, including smart classrooms and telemedicine. Chairwoman Ngai Ngai Lam emphasized the significance of integrating information technology into education. The Company plans to expand collaborations with universities to further empower educational technology.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced the establishment of a wholly-owned subsidiary, Fujian China Liberal Education Technology Group Co., Ltd., aimed at enhancing vocational education and enterprise development. Recognized as a key project in Jin'an District, Fuzhou City, this initiative focuses on creating a digital cultural tourism vocational education alliance. The subsidiary intends to train talents in the tourism sector, specifically hotel management, fostering partnerships among educational institutions and businesses for mutual benefit.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced its integrated smart teaching system (ISTS) was adopted by Beijing Language and Culture University for thesis defenses. The ISTS utilizes the patented AI-Space machine, offering high-definition sound and image capabilities. Developed since 2019, AI-Space is designed for various educational and operational applications. Chairwoman Ngai Ngai Lam highlighted the system's role in facilitating online thesis defenses amid COVID-19, showcasing its potential to enhance educational quality and technology integration in higher education.
China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) reported its financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2020. Revenue decreased by 4.4% to $5.02 million, primarily due to declines in overseas study consulting and technological services impacted by COVID-19. However, gross profit rose 51.2% to $2.87 million, with a gross margin of 57.1%. Net income surged by 176.0% to $1.21 million. Looking ahead, the company plans to expand through acquisitions to meet growing educational demand.
On January 4, 2021, China Liberal Education Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: CLEU) announced a non-binding letter of intent to acquire Wanzhong (Hong Kong) Education Investment Management Co., Ltd. The acquisition aims to enhance China Liberal's educational services portfolio by integrating two colleges with an enrollment of over 4,000 students and generating annual revenue of approximately RMB 100 million ($15.3 million). The company anticipates increasing enrollment to 6,000-7,000 students within three years, projecting revenues of RMB 150-180 million ($23-28 million) from tuition and services.