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ASEAN and China’s Anhui Province Strengthen Ties
JAKARTA – In a move to deepen economic and trade cooperation, ASEAN Secretary-General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn met with Mr. Sun Yong, Vice Governor of Anhui Province, China, to explore new avenues for collaboration between the Southeast Asian bloc and … Continue reading ASEAN and China’s Anhui Province Strengthen Ties
Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
HANOI – In a strategic move to ease trade tensions with Washington, Vietnam has announced significant tariff reductions on key U.S. products, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), automobiles, and ethanol. The cuts aim to address concerns over Vietnam’s growing trade … Continue reading Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
Singapore and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties
HANOI – The bilateral relationship between Singapore and Vietnam has reached new heights, with both nations deepening economic and strategic cooperation, Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said at the start of his official visit to Hanoi on March 25, 2025. … Continue reading Singapore and Vietnam: Strengthening Ties
Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong to Visit Vietnam
SINGAPORE/HANOI – Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will embark on a two-day official visit to Hanoi, Vietnam, starting tomorrow, March 25, to meet with the country’s top leadership and build upon the recently elevated bilateral relationship. The visit, made at … Continue reading Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong to Visit Vietnam
SungEel: Battery Recycling Project in Germany Cancelled
GERA – A high-profile industrial project in the East German state of Thuringia has failed: South Korean investor SungEel has unexpectedly withdrawn from the region, halting plans to build a state-of-the-art battery recycling facility in Gera. The last-minute decision marks … Continue reading SungEel: Battery Recycling Project in Germany Cancelled
Trilateral Talks Between China, Japan, and South Korea
TOKYO – The foreign ministers of China, Japan, and South Korea convened in Tokyo today, March 22, in a bid to revitalize trilateral cooperation and lay the groundwork for a potential leaders’ summit by the end of the year. The … Continue reading Trilateral Talks Between China, Japan, and South Korea
Heathrow Airport Shutdown Disrupts Global Air Travel
LONDON – The aviation industry faces a significant crisis as Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest international travel hubs, came to a standstill following a power outage triggered by a fire at the North Hyde electrical substation in Hayes, … Continue reading Heathrow Airport Shutdown Disrupts Global Air Travel
Thailand Plans to Cut Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days
BANGKOK – Thailand, one of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations, is planning to shorten its visa-free stay for tourists from 93 countries. The current 60-day allowance, introduced last year to boost tourism, may soon be reduced back to 30 … Continue reading Thailand Plans to Cut Visa-Free Stay to 30 Days
RateHawk: Search tool for sustainable destinations
DOVER, DELAWARE – RateHawk, a B2B online platform for booking hotels, flights, and transfers for travel industry professionals, has introduced a new “Sustainability Certification” filter for accommodation searches. This feature enables travel professionals to find properties with a lower carbon … Continue reading RateHawk: Search tool for sustainable destinations
HANNOVER MESSE spotlights artificial intelligence
HANNOVER – Germany’s most internationally renowned industrial trade fair, HANNOVER MESSE, opens its doors on March 31 (until April 4), with this year’s spotlight on artificial intelligence (AI) in industry. The event will showcase how AI technologies can optimize production processes, … Continue reading HANNOVER MESSE spotlights artificial intelligence