Malaysia, Singapore expected to become global hi-tech hubs
By VNA
June 18, 2024 | 15:50
The Malaysia-Singapore Special Economic Zone and the proposed Johor-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) that will be finalised by both countries can have a positive impact on the relationship between the two neighbours, said economic analyst Dr. Oh Ei Sun.
KP.2 strain of SARS-CoV-2 dominant in Thailand: virologist
By VNA
June 17, 2024 | 15:56
Thailand’s leading virologist Prof. Yong Poovorawan has warned that KP.2 strain of SARS-CoV-2 is rapidly supplanting the JN.1 strain, which held sway in Thailand since late last year.
Malaysia plans to build first smart AI container port
By VNA
June 17, 2024 | 15:24
In an effort to capture logistics demand due to changes in global supply chains, Malaysia is planning to build a new container port along the west coast of the Malay Peninsula facing the Strait of Malacca, which was one of the busiest sea route in the world.
Thailand warns of dubious betting ads during EURO 2024
By VNA
June 17, 2024 | 15:20
The Thai Government has urged the public not to believe online sports betting sites that promise high returns, as they aim to lure people into betting on Euro 2024 football matches in Germany.
Singapore closes beaches in Sentosa due to oil spill
By VNA
June 17, 2024 | 15:10
Beaches on Singapore's top resort island of Sentosa were closed on June 15 because of an oil spill at a nearby port, local authorities said.
RoK’s North Kyungsang province promotes "K-Vietnam Valley" project
By VNA
June 14, 2024 | 12:06
The North Gyeongsang province’s authority of the Republic of Korea (RoK) has proposed promoting the "K-Vietnam Valley" project in Bonghwa country as a national-level cultural cooperation and exchange initiative.
Indonesia needs 25 billion USD to build renewable energy grid
By VNA
June 14, 2024 | 11:59
Indonesia's state-owned electricity company (PLN) said that it needs 25 billion USD to build a transmission grid connecting renewable energy sources across the country, also known as a green super grid. The project will create a 50,000 km transmission network connecting many areas across the country.
Thailand fears growing population with metal health problems
By VNA
June 11, 2024 | 11:42
Mental health problems in Thailand are on the rise while the number of people seeking treatment rose to 2.9 million in 2023 from 1.3 million in 2015, according to the country’s National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).
Banks in Singapore tighten management after 3-billion-USD money laundering case
By VNA
June 11, 2024 | 09:46
Banks in Singapore, including Citigroup and DBS Group Holdings, are ramping up scrutiny of their wealthy customers and potential clients to avoid exposure to illicit flows.
Indonesia starts using Wi-Fi 7
By VNA
June 11, 2024 | 09:32
Indonesian operator Telkomsel and the Ministry of Communication and Information (Kominfo) have completed the first validation of Wi-Fi 7 in Indonesia.
Bidders interested in buying Thai government's 10-year rice
By VNA
June 11, 2024 | 09:21
A total of eight companies have shown their interests in participating in the government’s 10-year rice auction, according to the Thai Ministry of Commerce's spokesmen Wittayakorn Maneenetr.
Malaysia eyes developing ecosystem based on hydrogen energy by 2030
By VNA
June 05, 2024 | 15:41
The implementation of Malaysia’s Hydrogen Economy and Technology Roadmap (HETR) is expected to generate income of up to 12.1 billion MYR (2.5 billion USD), with an estimated contribution of between 49-61 billion MYR to the country’s Gross Domestic Product by 2030, according to Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Chang Lih Kang.
Singapore strengthens management of companies critical to national security
By VNA
June 04, 2024 | 17:14
Singapore has issued a list of nine companies deemed critical to national security interests, therefore they will need to seek government approval for changes in their ownership or leadership, among other things.
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