ASEAN Moves Forward with Public-Private Partnership
Manila – As ASEAN approaches the crucial 2015 milestone of realising the ASEAN Community, the ASEAN Connectivity Coordinating Committee (ACCC) has convened the ASEAN Public–Private Partnership (PPP) Networking Forum on 16–17 December in Manila to discuss PPP as an innovative financing … Continue reading ASEAN Moves Forward with Public-Private Partnership
Celebrating the Colours of Doi Tung
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is inviting tourists and visitors of Thailand to enjoy the “Colours of Doi Tung” celebration during this festive season to take in the spectacular scenery of the Doi Tung Development Project, and … Continue reading Celebrating the Colours of Doi Tung
Pop star Mario Maurer to promote Thailand in China
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has appointed Thai pop star Mario Maurer to promote the kingdom in China, under the ‘Tour Thailand with Mario Maurer’ project, as part of its plan to attract more Chinese tourists to … Continue reading Pop star Mario Maurer to promote Thailand in China
Macau business events soar nearly 300 per cent
Macau – According to the annual global indicators report by the Macau Government Tourist Office (MGTO), over the last decade the number of business events held here has increased by 270 per cent — from 278 in 2004 to 1,030 … Continue reading Macau business events soar nearly 300 per cent
Habitat for Humanity assists Storm Victims
Bangkok – Habitat for Humanity has launched an appeal to assist families affected by Typhoon Hagupit (called Ruby in the Philippines). The storm made first landfall on Samar, an island in the Visayas, Philippines, late in the evening of Saturday 6 … Continue reading Habitat for Humanity assists Storm Victims
Typhoon: ASEAN offers support to Philippines
Jakarta – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations expressed its sympathy to the Philippines after the country was hit over the weekend by Typhoon Hagupit (locally known as Ruby) while still recovering from last year’s Haiyan disaster.. In a letter addressed … Continue reading Typhoon: ASEAN offers support to Philippines
ASEAN Sets Benchmark on Credit Rating
Jakarta – ASEAN unveiled a benchmark for SME Credit Rating Methodology in ASEAN to the representatives from central banks, credit rating agencies, small and medium enterprise (SME) development agencies and commercial banks from ASEAN Member States (AMS). A socialisation workshop, held … Continue reading ASEAN Sets Benchmark on Credit Rating
Outstanding Thai boutique hotels awarded
Bangkok – A total of 25 outstanding Thai boutique hotels were presented with awards at a glittering ceremony presided over by the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mrs. Kobkarn Wattanavrangkul. Jointly organised this year by Krungthai Card Public Co., Ltd. … Continue reading Outstanding Thai boutique hotels awarded
Indonesia Economy: Delivering change
Jakarta – The encouraging initiatives of Indonesia’s new government bode well for the country. But weakening investment and sluggish exports, coupled with unfavorable conditions globally, will continue to impact prospects for higher growth. Indonesia’s new president and administration took office … Continue reading Indonesia Economy: Delivering change
Wire Launches Modern Communications Network
Zug – A team of more than 50 people from 23 countries, supported by Skype co-founder Janus Friis, now launched Wire, a communications network for messaging, voice calling, sharing pictures, music and video on your phone, tablet and desktop.“Skype was launched more than … Continue reading Wire Launches Modern Communications Network