Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Saturday that Vietnam may buy as many as 50 planes from Embraer, the Brazilian planemaker, and that another Brazilian company may invest $100 ...
The ‘competition going on for supremacy’ between China and the U.S. may create benefits, says International Chamber of Commerce secretary general
"China has made and is making some huge, highly risky macroeconomic bets in order to drive what they see is this techno-driven industrial revolution that they want." ...
Hinboun dam builders in Laos face prosecution, accused of corruption
VIENTIANE: Former Electricite du Laos (EDL) officials and four contractor staff have been detained on charges of corruption and fraud involving state property in connection with the construction of ... ( read original story ...)
Nepal: KMC imposes NRs 793k fine on former King Gyanendra for property damage
The KMC sent eight letters to King Gyanendras private residence, Nirmal Niwas, demanding a fine for the damage caused to public property by the pro-monarchy rioters. ( read original story ...)
Mytel rushes to support Myanmar after earthquake
In the wake of the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28 (local time), causing extensive damage of property and loss of life, Mytel - Viettel's telecommunications brand in ... ( read original story ...)
“When we say Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, we mean it”: MEA on India swiftly responding to devastating earthquake in Myanmar
India on Saturday underscored its swift response to the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, reaffirming its commitment to being the “first responder,” highlighting the meaning of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ... ( read original story ...)
Earthquake in Myanmar: Ruili Faces Injuries and Property Damage
For instance, one video from Ruili showed a person being rushed on a stretcher towards an ambulance, underscoring the human toll of the disaster. Furthermore, testimonies from citizens conveyed how ... ( read original story ...)
‘No Casualties Among Indian Community In Myanmar’: MEA As It Highlights India’s First Responder Policy
India has launched ‘Operation Brahma’ to provide humanitarian assistance to Myanmar following the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that has claimed over 1,000 lives. The Ministry of External ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese national rescue team leaves for earthquake-hit Myanmar
BEIJING: At the request of Myanmar, China dispatched a search and rescue team to the earthquake-stricken areas on Saturday (March 29) morning to carry out international rescue operations. ( read original story ...)
‘Everyone was screaming’: quake shocks Thailand tourists
Bangkok (AFP) – French tourist Augustin Gus was shopping for a t-shirt in one of Bangkok's many malls when a massive quake began shaking the building in the Thai capital. "Just when I left the elevator, the earth starts moving. I thought it was me..