Lebanon’s and Syria’s economies are inextricably linked, and now a deepening economic crisis in Lebanon is spurring similar consequences across the border where the value of both local currencies is …
BERNAMA: Azerbaijan continues to progress and develop despite past difficulties
The Malaysian national news agency BERNAMA has published an article on 28 May-the Republic Day of Azerbaijan.Headlined “Azerbaijan continues …
Azeri journalist wins third case at ECHR, but few expect Azerbaijan to change
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has made a third ruling in favour of Azeri investigative journalist Khadija Ismayilova (pictured above). The Azerbaijani government has been ordered to pay 6, …
First Airlines Removed Economy Seats For Cargo. Now Business Seats Are Being Swapped For Medical Freight At Air Astana During Coronavirus
It is no longer surprising to see empty aircraft – not flights without passengers, but planes stripped of seats so medical cargo can be carried in the cabin. The latest airline to modify passenger …
Uzbekistan eyes Europe-China air freight market
Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirzioyev has instructed the government to enter the Europe-China air cargo market to overcome the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, the president’s press service …
Iraq encourages Saudi Companies to enter Iraqi Market
By John Lee. Iraq’s Minister of Finance, Ali Allawi, on Saturday concluded a visit to Saudi Arabia, during which he delivered a message from Prime Minister, Mustafa Al-Kadhimi to King Salman bin …
Stimulus welcomed as Vietnam accelerates economic reactivation
The ongoing pandemic has completely upended lives and economies across the planet, restricting movement, shutting schools, forcing people to work from home, and jeopardising employment for millions.
Vietnam’s automation future at work
Not all forecasts are so gloomy, however; others argue that automation can enhance employment by diversifying businesses’ activities. This year, the Provincial Competitiveness Index (PCI) research …
Vietnam veteran recalls 50-year journey, changed feelings
Fifty years ago this month, Ron Woloshan was sitting atop a tank in Cambodia when he learned of the Kent State shooting in Ohio that killed four students.
Restaurants await new rules from DOT on resumption of business
The Department of Tourism is preparing recommendations for the health and safety guidelines for restaurants, cafes, and other dining establishments as it remains confident in sustaining food tourism …