In 2020, despite adverse impacts from COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnam's cashew exports in the first 10 months of 2020 exceeded 422,000 tonnes, up 12% year-on-year. ( read original story ...)
Thailand NOW: Not your ordinary site on Thailand
Since it was launched on October 1, 2020, the Thailand NOW website, has been warmly welcomed by foreigners and expats wanting to learn more about the Kingdom, especially in the era of the ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines: Inflation seen at 2.6% in 2020 – UOB
UOB Group’s Senior Economist Julia Goh and Economist Loke Siew Ting reviewed the latest inflation figures in the Philippines. Key Quotes “Headline inflation spiked up to a 20- ... ( read original story ...)
Iran reveals its COVID-19 data for December 7
So far, more than 6.43 million tests have been conducted in Iran for the diagnosis of coronavirus. Iran continues to monitor the coronavirus situation in the country. According to recent reports from ... ( read original story ...)
‘Turkey’s place is in Europe’: EU lawmaker
Though 'politically not fully part of EU', Turkey’s place is in Europe, socially and economically, MEP tells Anadolu Agency - Anadolu Agency ... ( read original story ...)
Nagad wins best digital financial service award
The state-owned mobile financial service, a concern of Bangladesh Post Office, was evaluated based on its merits and expertise ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia’s Booming Startup Scene Poised for Further Growth: Report
Indonesia’s fintech ecosystem is booming, according to a new report by Singapore Fintech News. The country is now home to at least 322 fintech companies, including 125 registered but unlicensed online ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia Gets First Batch of Vaccine From China’s Sinovac
The first batch of Covid-19 vaccine ordered from China’s Sinovac Biotech Ltd. arrived in Indonesia, marking a new phase in the country’s fight against Southeast Asia’s worst outbreak. ( read original story ...)
Coffee chains in Vietnam tap into takeout business amid COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has driven several beverage businesses in Vietnam to launch mobile stores or takeout kiosks to reduce costs and increase brand awareness. With a handful of advantages including ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia submits vaccine request to COVAX
Foreign Minister Retno LP Marsudi said on Monday that Indonesia had submitted a vaccine request form to COVAX Facility, a global COVID-19 vaccine allocation plan that aims to help buy and fairly ... ( read original story ...)