The Hanoitimes – The Vietnamese government would still prioritize mobilizing ODA funds and preferential loans for major projects that support Vietnam’s sustainable development. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has requested ADB’s support in accelerating the disbursement progress of projects financed by the bank during the 2020 – 2021 period to boost economic growth. In the first […]
Read MoreCompetition in the online grocery delivery market is expected to escalate as Germany-based food delivery app Foodpanda becomes the latest player to step into the segment under Pandamart. The move highlights the industry players’ focus to capitalise on the “quick commerce” trend, where items are delivered rapidly, rivalling traditional convenience stores and supermarkets. Pandamart faces […]
Read MoreDai-ichi Life Insurance Myanmar announced that it is ready to deliver its “Peace of Mind” propositions to the Myanmar community as it celebrates the 118th. anniversary of Dai-ichi Life Group on September 15. Founded in 1902 by Tsuneta Yano, The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company was the first mutual life insurance company in Japan and has […]
Read MoreTHE General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) and the Life Insurance Association, Singapore (LIA Singapore) on Friday announced the extension of relief measures that would give policyholders more time to pay premiums while maintaining their coverage. The extensions come amid a soft labour market and weak economy as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. LIA […]
Read MoreTHE second stimulus package in the Philippines strengthens the government’s Covid-19 efforts, but has limited implications for the country’s economic outlook, said economists. Following an earlier 275 billion peso (S$7.72 billion) package, the second package is worth 140 billion pesos, with standby approval for another 25.5 billion pesos for vaccine procurement and additional capitalization of […]
Read MoreThe Tourism Ministry has pledged to bring the first batch of international tourists to Thailand by October, with Bangkok as the primary destination, and it wants tourism operators to gear up marketing plans right away. “Tour operators can start promoting long-stay packages via the special tourist visa (STV) to potential customers now, while tourists can […]
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