Philippines remove barrier in South China Sea
MANILA – The Philippine government has removed a floating barrier that China had installed to block Philippine fishing boats from entering a disputed area in the South China Sea, the Philippine Coast Guard said on Monday. The barrier, which was … Continue reading Philippines remove barrier in South China Sea
ITB China 2023: Saudi Arabia is Official Partner Destination
SHANGHAI – ITB China announced that Saudi Arabia will be the Official Partner Destination of ITB China 2023, held on 12 – 14 September in Shanghai. The partnership aims to attract greater numbers of Chinese tourists and position the country … Continue reading ITB China 2023: Saudi Arabia is Official Partner Destination
Zepto become India’s first unicorn in 2023
DELHI – Zepto, the Indian quick commerce company that delivers groceries and essentials within 10 minutes, has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming India’s first unicorn in 2023. The company has raised USD 200 million in a Series B round … Continue reading Zepto become India’s first unicorn in 2023
ITB CHINA 2023: Maldives the Official Partner
SHANGHAI – Emphasizing strategic cooperation, ITB China announced the Maldives as the Official Island Travel Partner of ITB China 2023. The partnership will turn the prime travel destination into one of the highlights of the trade show, held on 12 … Continue reading ITB CHINA 2023: Maldives the Official Partner
EU law that requires user-replaceable batteries
BRUSSELS – A new EU law will require all mobile devices to have user-replaceable batteries by 2027. This is a major step towards reducing electronic waste and extending the lifespan of smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other gadgets. Background: Why user-replaceable … Continue reading EU law that requires user-replaceable batteries
ITB China 2023 Joins Forces with Trip.com
SHANGHAI – ITB China, the marketplace for China’s travel industry, has announced its collaboration with the Trip.com Group, the leading global travel service provider for this year’s highly anticipated event, taking place from 12 – 14 September 2023 in Shanghai. … Continue reading ITB China 2023 Joins Forces with Trip.com
BRICS summit 2023: What’s on the agenda?
JOHANNESBURG – The BRICS group of major emerging economies – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – will hold its 15th heads of state and government summit in Johannesburg this month. Here are some key facts about the summit. … Continue reading BRICS summit 2023: What’s on the agenda?
Oyu Tolgoi: Partner for Mongolia’s Development
ULAANBAATAR – Oyu Tolgoi LLC is more than just a mining company. It is a strategic partner for Mongolia’s development, contributing to the economic and social progress of the country. Oyu Tolgoi LLC is a joint venture between the Government … Continue reading Oyu Tolgoi: Partner for Mongolia’s Development
German Companies in China: Lower wage increase
Beijing/Shanghai/Guangzhou – The German Chamber of Commerce in China has published the 16th edition of the Labor Market & Salary Report together with Direct HR. “German companies have offered lower salary increases in 2023 as originally planned, which reflects the … Continue reading German Companies in China: Lower wage increase
South China’s Hainan sees foreign trade surge
HAIKOU – The total import and export of goods in South China’s Hainan province hit 115.16 billion yuan ($16.11 billion) in the first half of this year, up 26.4 percent year-on-year, Haikou Customs said Wednesday. Specifically, Hainan’s export of goods … Continue reading South China’s Hainan sees foreign trade surge