Experts warn of year-end rise in COVID-19 cases in Malaysia, Thailand
December 08, 2023 | 16:51
Malaysian Health Minister Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa on December 8 warned that there is an increase in cases of COVID-19 reported globally, including in Malaysia, in line with the trend that occurs at the end of each year.
Malaysians urged to maintain COVID-19 preventive measures
December 01, 2023 | 10:10
As the number of COVID-19 cases increases again in Malaysia, medical experts advised local residents to continue to take preventive measures such as wearing masks in crowded places and washing their hands regularly.
Indonesia investigates alleged corruption in medical equipment procurement
November 13, 2023 | 16:09
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) of Indonesia is investigating an alleged corruption case involving hundreds of billions of rupiah in the procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) at this country’s Ministry of Health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hanoi: Initiatives help overcome difficulties caused by COVID-19
August 16, 2023 | 15:05
In response to a programme on 1 million initiatives to overcome difficulties and fight the COVID-19 pandemic launched by the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour (VGCL), trade unions at all levels in Hanoi had registered 130,569 initiatives as of August 3, surpassing the target of 130,000 proposed by the city Confederation of Labour.
Global Minimum Tax: a call for strategic revisions in Vietnam's special zones
July 27, 2023 | 16:36
Loc Huynh, a lawyer from Dentons LuatViet, a Vietnamese law firm, delves into the implications of the incoming Global Minimum Tax for Vietnam's special zone developers.
Singapore distributes COVID-19 test kits for free in fifth round
July 18, 2023 | 16:12
Six COVID-19 antigen rapid test (ART) kits will be distributed to each residential household from July 17 - September 30, in the fifth round of Singapore’s nationwide distribution, reported its Health Ministry on July 16.
165 million people fell into poverty in 3 years of crisis: UN
July 14, 2023 | 16:24
The Covid-19 pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis and the war in Ukraine have pushed 165 million people into poverty since 2020, the United Nations said Thursday, calling for a pause in debt repayments for developing countries.
Overcoming supply chain woes could boost Vietnamese economy by $1.9 billion
May 11, 2023 | 10:57
TMX Global has reported that recent challenges in the supply chain sector have set the national economy back by a staggering $1.9 billion annually.
Thailand still concerned about COVID-19 outbreak risk
May 09, 2023 | 15:15
Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and the Public Health Ministry remain concerned about a relapse of the COVID-19 pandemic, even though the World Health Organisation (WHO) recently declared an end to the public health emergency status for the pandemic worldwide on May 5, the country’s government spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri said on May 9.
Malaysia faces new wave of COVID-19: experts
May 08, 2023 | 15:42
Malaysia is facing a new wave of COVID-19 infections after Hari Raya Aidilfitri, the biggest traditional festival of Muslims, warned experts.
Thailand optimistic about Indian tourists back post COVID-19
May 05, 2023 | 11:18
At least 600,000 Indian tourists are expected in Thailand's Pattaya beach town this year, similar to the level before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT).
Malaysia intensifies gold reserves in last decade
May 05, 2023 | 10:00
Malaysia had the fifth-highest increase in gold reserves in the last decade, increasing 6.84 per cent to 38.88 tonness from 36.39 tonnes, according to City Index using data from 2013 to 2022 of the World Gold Council.
ASEAN+3 should unlock more capital for sustainable infrastructure
May 03, 2023 | 11:59
COVID-19 has brought severe hardships to peoples and communities across the globe, but for the economies of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a resilient recovery is underway.
Thailand’s health ministry prepares for potential COVID-19 wave
April 24, 2023 | 12:44
Following an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases after the Songkran holidays, the Ministry of Public Health has said it is ready to accommodate potential COVID-19 patients.
Health Ministry urges quickening vaccination against COVID-19
April 24, 2023 | 09:33
Amidst the rapidly increasing number of new cases of COVID-19, the Health Ministry has urged continued efforts to accelerate vaccination against COVID-19, with priority given to groups of high risks of developing serious symptoms and even dying when contracting the virus.
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