Amid the negative coronavirus impact, local small and medium-sized enterprises are paying attention to digital solutions that utilise artificial intelligence technology to increase exports by connecting buyers globally via e-commerce channels. Nguyen Ngoc Dung, Vice President of Vietnam E-Commerce Association, says with the purchasing power at supermarkets and malls plummeting due to fears surrounding the […]
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — The Department of Energy (DOE) expects exploration companies to rethink their plans as oil prices are seen to remain low until the third quarter due to the coronavirus pandemic. In an interview with ANC, Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi said demand for fuel would remain low as restrictions in travel and commuting continue. […]
Read MoreSINGAPORE (CNA) – Home-based food and beverage businesses will be allowed to resume operations from May 12, as Singapore gradually eases “circuit breaker” measures in the city state. These businesses will, however, have to abide by safe management measures such as ensuring contactless delivery and collection of orders. Collection must be by appointment only, and […]
Read MoreMore than 5,000 tonnes of rice – around 100,000 sacks – have piled up at the Myanmar-China border over the past month, when the Chinese authorities temporarily suspended imports without certificates from the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People’s Republic of China (AQSIQ), said U Min Thein, vice chair of […]
Read MoreKUALA LUMPUR, May 3 — Public transportation use will be reduced to half the usual capacity for each ride, Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced a day before workers return to work and the government lifts some restrictions to restart the economy tomorrow. “For example, if the bus can fit 80 people (at […]
Read MoreThe coronavirus outbreak casts a shadow over the future of approximately 300,000 soon-to-be graduates this year. The bleak prospect of unemployment and layoffs as the economy staggers back to growth is expected to persist for at least two years. Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Suvit Maesincee said the government is preparing to […]
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