Economy
The Baloch people are alienated: Today so are the Pashtuns in Pakistan
Returning to the alienation of Pashtuns it may be mentioned that today they need to carry special travel documents to move across the border which was once a free movement zone
Economy
ADB: GDP Growth is Proof of Vietnam's Resilient Economy
Asian Development Bank (ADB) Country Director for Vietnam Shantanu Chakraborty said that ADB is optimistic about Vietnam's economic prospects.
Economy
Green Economic Cooperation Connects Ho Chi Minh City with Australia
On April 15, Vice Chairman Vo Van Hoan of Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee met Professor John Thwaites, chair of Monash Sustainable Development Institute and Climateworks Center, and an Australian business delegation for green economic cooperation between Vietnam and Australia.
Vietnam-UK bilateral trade enjoys impressive growth in January
The bilateral trade between Vietnam and the UK in January 2021 soared by 78.57% year-on-year to reach US$657.35 million, with the Southeast Asian country exporting more than US$598 million of products, up 56.51% from the previous month and representing an increase of 84.61% over the same period last year, according to the General Department of Customs.
Da Nang licenses US company to build $110 mln semiconductor plant
The Da Nang Hi-tech Park and Industrial Zone has licensed the United States Enterprises to build a $110-million semiconductor manufacturing plant.
Vietnam – sole ASEAN member upgraded in Global Soft Power Index
Vietnam is the sole member country of ASEAN to climb up the overall index of the Brand Finance Global Soft Power Index Report for 2021, from 50th to 47th.
Indian enterprises turn eyes to Vietnamese market
Indian companies are turning their focus to Vietnam as the country is emerging as one of the bright stars in the COVID-19 dark sky.
Mitsubishi pulls out of Vinh Tan 3 coal project in Vietnam
Japan’s Mitsubishi Corp has decided to pull out of a coal-fired power plant in central Vietnam amid growing international concern about environmental impacts.
More Choice, More Variety for a New Lifestyle at 7-Eleven!
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 26 February 2021 - 7-Eleven has teamed up with Green Monday to launch a range of plant-based meals, including ready meals to go and classic dim sum dishes in over 700 stores, as well as over 30 items plant-based snacks and other items in 150 stores. #7ElevenHK # 7Eleven 便利店 #GreenMonday #OmniEat # DeliverooHK # 生活素一點 # 食 Green 啲 Left: Alex Liu, Managing Director of 7-Eleven Hong Kong and MacauRight: David Yeung, Founder of Green Monday Alex Liu, Managing Director of 7-Eleven Hong Kong and Macau, said:
Green Future for The Self-Storage Industry: Extra Space Asia Goes The Extra Mile for Clean Energy with LYS Energy Group
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 26 February 2021 - While adopting a sustainable business model has been a global hot topic for the past decade, the reality of climate change has propelled several considerable challenges. Self-storage, by and large, is known to be less energy-intensive and as compared to manufacturing plants, corporate offices, and retail buildings.[Rooftop solar PV system, Extra Space Asia's Ang Mo Kio facility]Picture credit: LYS Energy Group As the Asian leader in the self-storage industry, Extra Space Asia offers customised, highly-secure private spaces adapted to the needs of customers. Together with
Vietnam’s seafood exports expected to hit US$ 9.4 billion in 2021
In January 2021, Vietnam’s seafood exports reached 600 million USD, a year-on-year increase of nearly 20%, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Vietnam attracts nearly US$5.5 bln in FDI in first two months of 2021
As of February 20, 2021, Vietnam has attracted US$ 5.46 billion in foreign direct investment, equivalent to 84.4% over the same period last year, according to statistics released by the Ministry of Planning and Investment.
Medtech Startup GyroGear raises US$4.3m in Phase One of Seed Round led by Taiwan Manufacturing Giant Foxconn
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 25 February 2021 - UK-based neuromuscular medical device company, GyroGear Ltd has just concluded phase one of its seed round fundraise. This round was led by Foxconn Technology Group, the world's largest and foremost electronics manufacturer. Foxconn has invested £1 million (US$1.41 million) upfront. Participants in GyroGear's seed round include the UK Government Future Fund, Singapore venture builder Fidelium Group, and other established strategic investors and business leaders. Phase two of the seed round is ongoing and scheduled for completion in March 2021.
DEBx Medical Receives CE Mark Clearance and ISO 13485 Certification for Debrichem(R), a Novel Desiccant Gel for Chemical Debridement to Initiate Healing in Infected, Chronic Wounds
Debrichem(R) offers a very effective, alternative approach to chronic wound care, initiating healing in more than 90 % of cases after one application[1]CE mark and ISO 13485:2016 certification are important prerequisites for upcoming launches in markets worldwideChronic wounds affect 1 - 2 % of developed countries' populations,[2] unsuccessful treatment may lead to enlargement of the wound, bone involvement or in the worst case, amputation[3]Debrichem soon to be launched in Europe, Hong Kong, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia ROTTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS - EQS Newswire - 25 February 2021 - DEBx Medical, the Dutch
Kingdom Consultancy Celebrating 15 Years of Excellence
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 25 February 2021 - In spite of the political turmoil and the epidemic that has hit Hong Kong in recent years, Kingdom Consultancy (https://www.hklegal.hk) has relied on the hard work of its team, the trust and support of its clients, and its dedication to solving family disputes and financial advice problems for over 15 years. As the firm celebrates its 15th anniversary this year, the company look forward to the future with an increased ability to communicate with clients electronically, add more than a dozen former financial and banking managers to enhance efficiency, and develop new
China overtakes Indonesia to be Vietnam’s major car exporter in January
China overtook Indonesia in the number of exported cars to Vietnam in January. The market stands second place following Thailand in supplying completely-built (CBU) automobiles to Vietnam in January this year.
Nikkei Asia: Vietnam may well be Southeast Asia's growth leader in 2021
Southeast Asia's growth leader in 2021 may well be Viet Nam and the nation is reportedly targeting a 6.5% growth rate this year, according to Nikkei Asia’s article titled “ASEAN's 2021 GDP forecasts show cautious optimism in Covid shadow”.
Best of the Best: Over 100 Singapore’s elite brands were awarded at the inaugural Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Awards
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 25 February 2021 - More than 100 Singaporean brands are among the selected winners of the Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Awards 2020 in more than 50 categories listed in the recent event. The awards recognise which brands, products and services are best and above the rest in the eyes of the community and cover a host of categories. Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Awards Singapore Due to the global pandemic, the traditional awards ceremony could not be held, but Reader's Digest was determined to recognise "success that deserves to be celebrated" says Asia Reader's Digest
Microsoft to establish first datacenter region in Indonesia as part of Berdayakan Ekonomi Digital Indonesia initiative
Microsoft increases its investment in Indonesia’s digital economy, with plans to establish a new datacenter region and a commitment to skill over 24 million Indonesians by end of 2021 through its decades’ long skilling investment
'Pi mining' fever surges as diggers hope to catch Bitcoin-level profits
For the hope of profits in an uncertain future, Pi miners are making trade-offs from phone numbers, personal photos, identification, access to phones, and more.
DHL Global Forwarding Partners Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics to Assure Safety and Efficacy of Lab Testing in Africa and Asia
DHL has transported nearly 26,000 Covid -19 testing vials for Longhorn, who is donating one million vials to the International Organization for MigrationVials were transported via three initial flights from Indianapolis to Kenya, Nepal and the Philippines, supporting emerging markets in the processLife-saving transports will help COVID-19 testing of refugees and displaced persons SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 25 February 2021 - DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist of Deutsche Post DHL Group, has partnered with Longhorn Vaccines & Diagnostics, an innovative molecular tool, assay and vaccine development
Study Blockchain in 60 Minutes -- New Online Course Launched By Blockdegree
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 25 February 2021 - Blockdegree -- an esteemed member of the US Education Blockchain Action Network -- has launched a Blockchain Foundational Video Programme-- Study Blockchain in 60 minutes. This is a highly rigorous programme specially designed for everyone to learn all about blockchain technology and its use cases in just an hour. This programme is also suitable for students with no prior background in coding.
CUHK Business School Research Examines the Pivotal Role of Entrepreneurial Experience for Entrepreneurs Launching New Start-ups
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 25 February 2021 - How important is experience in entrepreneurial success? If you take a look at the world's most successful businesspeople, the anecdotal evidence would point to the negative. Consider that Bill Gates didn't have any experience running a business before Microsoft, and neither did Steve Jobs before co-founding Apple. Fast forward to more recently, and we had Mark Zuckerberg launching Facebook from his dorm room at Harvard. Success stories like these seem to suggest that experience is not a requirement to making it big as an entrepreneur. In reality, about 90 percent of new
