Thailand: Photo contest for Chinese photographers
Bangkok – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the East Asia Market Division, together with five TAT offices in China staged a photo contest titled “Thailand through Your Eyes” for 50 selected Chinese photographers, offering a range of rewards including, … Continue reading Thailand: Photo contest for Chinese photographers
Lao Airlines crash compensation paid out
Vientiane – More than two-thirds of compensation payments to families of the victims of Lao Airlines flight QV301 have now been paid out, state-run media Vientiane Times reported Wednesday. The airline’s insurer, Lao-Viet Insurance Company, is paying compensation amounting to … Continue reading Lao Airlines crash compensation paid out
Philippines: APEC meeting moved from Legaspi to Manila
Manila – The Philippine government announced on Wednesday the transfer of the Informal Senior Officials Meeting (ISOM)of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) this weekend from Legaspi City to Manila following the threats of super typhoon Habagat, locally known as Ruby. Executive … Continue reading Philippines: APEC meeting moved from Legaspi to Manila
“Malaysia My Second Home” promoted in China
Shanghai/Kuala Lumpur- Tourism Malaysia was invited to promote the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme in Shanghai, China, recently to a niche clientele of Bank of China who represent some of the city’s top business people. Chairman of Tourism Malaysia, … Continue reading “Malaysia My Second Home” promoted in China
Celebrations marking the Kings 87th Birthday
Bangkok – Thailand will commemorate H.M. the King’s 87th Birthday Anniversary on 5 December, with nationwide celebrations highlighting the progress of the country under the benevolent reign of the world’s longest reigning monarch.Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan-ocha will lead members of … Continue reading Celebrations marking the Kings 87th Birthday
Australian PM meets top Chinese entrepreneurs
Canberra – Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott met Monday with top Chinese entrepreneurs from the China Entrepreneur Club (CEC) who visited Australia in search of business opportunities, a CEC spokesperson told Xinhua Tuesday. The Australian prime minister was highly appreciative of … Continue reading Australian PM meets top Chinese entrepreneurs
Malaysia awarded Asia’s Best Golf Destination 2014
Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia was conferred ‘Asia’s Best Golf Destination 2014’ award at the inaugural World Golf Awards 2014, held at the Conrad Algarve Hotel, Portugal, on November 15. Riding on a global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in the … Continue reading Malaysia awarded Asia’s Best Golf Destination 2014
Phuket: Tourists fight with police over new umbrella law
Phuket – The conflict of interests and control over Phuket beaches escalated further yesterday afternoon at Surin Beach after cushions and umbrellas being utilized by tourists were forcefully removed from the sand, only to be re-allowed later by Navy servicemen.A tourist … Continue reading Phuket: Tourists fight with police over new umbrella law
ASEAN Will Hold First Consumer Protection Conference
Hanoi – As online consumer marketplace grows at a rapid rate and offers considerable potential economic and consumer benefits, the regulation will need closer attention. Further, consumer protection faces increasing challenges with mobile money environment and the rapidly changing technology.To address … Continue reading ASEAN Will Hold First Consumer Protection Conference
“Vegas of Asia” offers world-class entertainment
Macau – The opening of the Venetian Macao in 2007 marked the beginning of the mega transition of Macao from a quiet ex-Portuguese colony to the Vegas of Asia.Now a bustling city, it boasts a long list of integrated resorts, … Continue reading “Vegas of Asia” offers world-class entertainment