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Laos Eyes Role as Asia’s Potash Powerhouse with Rail Exports to China

Laos Eyes Role as Asia’s Potash Powerhouse with Rail Exports to China

Laos unveiled a development plan to transform the nation into Asia’s leading potash supplier by building new production facilities, expanding mining operations, and leveraging its direct rail link to China.

Traders’ attitude to charity: global broker Octa’s research


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 October 2024 – E-brokerage is a rapidly expanding sector globally, raising questions about its societal impact through social initiatives. Traders’ attitudes towards socially beneficial projects, including those led by Forex brokers, play a crucial role in this space. Octa, a global broker operating since 2011, conducted research to analyze traders’ involvement in and opinions on various charitable initiatives.

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All generations do their part
The Octa’s research covered hundreds of traders in several countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, and South Africa.

Across all countries of the survey, the vast majority of participants (up to 95%) belong to three age groups: 26–35, 36–45, and 46–65. Each group had roughly equal representation in the sample.

On average, in all countries of the survey, 59% of traders engage in charity, with Nigeria leading the way with 74% of respondents actively and regularly taking part in various socially beneficial projects.

The first noteworthy difference between the countries was established in various age groups’ attitudes towards charity. While in most countries, the younger generation aged 26–35 are more engaged in charity, Malaysia boasts a more active social stance among those between 46 and 65. This result is quite intriguing and suggests a higher involvement of middle-aged Malaysians in social issues compared to other surveyed countries.

Key activities and causes
When it comes to ways respondents engage in charity, around 53% only donate money to charitable causes, with volunteer work being the second most popular choice. Donations are especially popular in Malaysia, where 63% of participants help society this way.

There is a strong similarity among all countries regarding which charity causes deserve public attention and investments the most. Answering a multiple-choice question, around 68% of respondents chose healthcare and education as the most important causes.

Emergency relief initiatives are the third most popular choice, being especially important for Malaysian and Indonesian traders. This fact can be explained by the numerous natural events that occurred in both countries in recent years. In Nigeria and South Africa, women’s empowerment, emergency relief, and environmental causes got roughly the same number of answers, with education still being the number one cause.

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It is worth noting that education is one of the leading charity causes worldwide in terms of investment value and the overall scale of initiatives. In turn, Octa, as a global broker that stays true to its social mission, has been actively involved in educational projects in various countries. The broker focuses on enhancing education opportunities and improving living standards by facilitating learning and personal growth.

For example, this year, Octa implemented a charity project together with the KIR foundation to educate Nigerian women and provide them with work tools to help boost their small businesses. The broker also sponsored an on-site coding bootcamp in Malaysia for local youths to increase their learning potential and drive better career opportunities.

Trust and information sources
When learning about charity and corporate social responsibility projects in particular, traders use various sources, including social media (14% across all survey countries), printed newspapers, TV, and radio (20%), and word of mouth (11%).

Last but not least, 56% of the survey participants put the most trust in domestic charity foundations operating within a city or part of the country. In contrast, large-scale international charity organisations are significantly less popular among the traders’ community.

Octa traders’ survey showed that for most traders, charity initiatives are instrumental in establishing their active social role. Many participate in charitable ventures themselves, opting for donations and volunteer work. The high level of social responsibility among traders and their strong drive towards education emphasises the spirit of community and self-improvement embedded in the trading industry.
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Octa

is an international broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charity and humanitarian initiatives, including the improvement of educational infrastructure and short-notice relief projects supporting local communities.

Lao Education Minister Honored with Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun for Advancing Education and Sports

Phout Simmalavong, the Minister of Education and Sports

On 3 November, the Government of Japan announced recipients of the 2024 Autumn Conferment of Decorations on foreign nationals, among which the decoration of Phout Simmalavong, Minister of Education and Sports and President of the Lao-Japan Friendship Association, was announced Phout was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star in recognition of his contribution to strengthening relations between Japan and Laos in the fields of education and sports.

Dusit Foods partners with Japanese food industry giant Green House to drive global expansion of Epicure Catering

Strategic alliance poised to create new growth avenues in Thailand, Japan, and beyond.


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 November 2024 Dusit Foods, a subsidiary of Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Green House Co., Ltd, a prominent player in Japan’s food industry, to accelerate the growth of Epicure Catering Co., Ltd., a leading provider of food and beverage services to the international school sector in Thailand, with the aim to expand Epicure’s current operations and broaden its reach to include healthcare facilities, corporate clients, and airlines, both domestically and internationally.

The strategic partnership between Dusit Foods and Green House aims to accelerate the growth of Epicure Catering, the leading provider of food and beverage services to the international school sector in Thailand. Pictured (from left): Ms Manisa Mitpaibul, Managing Director, Dusit Foods; Ms Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO, Dusit International; Mr Chiaki Tanuma, President and CEO, Green House; and Mr Trevor Allen, CEO, Epicure Catering.
The strategic partnership between Dusit Foods and Green House aims to accelerate the growth of Epicure Catering, the leading provider of food and beverage services to the international school sector in Thailand. Pictured (from left): Ms Manisa Mitpaibul, Managing Director, Dusit Foods; Ms Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO, Dusit International; Mr Chiaki Tanuma, President and CEO, Green House; and Mr Trevor Allen, CEO, Epicure Catering.

As part of the agreement, Green House, in collaboration with Sumitomo Corporation, will establish a new Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to acquire a 20% stake in Epicure Catering. Dusit Foods will retain a 70% share, with the remaining 10% held by existing Epicure shareholders.

Green House brings over seven decades of expertise in food services across sectors such as corporate, healthcare, and education, in addition to restaurant and ready-to-eat food management, health service applications, kitchen consulting, and food distribution. Serving over a million meals daily, Green House offers more than 4,000 menu items crafted to meet the highest standards of quality and safety through the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) framework.

Green House previously collaborated with Dusit International by providing consultancy services for Dusit Thani Kyoto—the first Dusit Thani branded hotel in Japan—in 2023. The positive impact of this collaboration underscored the potential to extend the partnership beyond hospitality and into the food sector.

“We are delighted to deepen our collaboration with Green House and embark on this strategic partnership that underscores our commitment to expanding Dusit’s food business on a global scale,” said Ms Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO, Dusit International. “With Epicure Catering’s position as a leading provider of food and beverage services for the international school sector, holding over 70% market share in Thailand, we see tremendous potential for growth. Together with Green House, we aim to leverage our combined expertise and resources to bring Epicure’s high-quality offerings to new markets in education, healthcare, and airlines across Thailand and Asia. This collaboration also provides a unique opportunity to explore sustainable cooperation models that can contribute to the long-term development of the food industry as a whole.”

Mr Chiaki Tanuma, President and CEO, Green House, said, “This strategic partnership with Dusit Foods not only reaffirms our dedication to delivering high-quality food services across the education, healthcare, and corporate sectors but also marks a significant step in our global growth strategy. Together, we are committed to setting new standards in the food industry and pursuing innovative solutions that create lasting value for all stakeholders.”

Ms Manisa Mitpaibul, Managing Director, Dusit Foods, explained that beyond driving the expansion of Epicure Catering, the partnership is designed to unlock new opportunities across food and beverage production, distribution, and services. “Through knowledge sharing and the adoption of best practices, we aim to enhance employee development, streamline operations, and foster sustainable growth across food business overall,” she said. “Our focus remains on achieving a positive environmental and social impact that benefits both our clients and the communities we serve.”

Established in 2018 with the vision to “Bring Asia to the World,” Dusit Foods aims to strategically invest from ‘farm-to-fork’ across Dusit’s entire food supply chain. This includes working to standardise food and beverage offerings at Dusit Hotels and Resorts worldwide by delivering high-quality ingredients and optimising costs, as well as developing premium products for the international market.

Alongside Epicure Catering, Dusit Foods’ primary investment portfolio currently includes The Caterers, a leader in school catering and off-site receptions in Vietnam; Bonjour Bakery Asia, a French baking factory and franchise business based in Thailand; Savor Eats (Pinto Hub), a joint venture comprising cloud kitchen/food delivery services and a central kitchen manufacturing hub in Bangkok; and Dusit Gastro, a sourcing and distribution hub servicing Dusit Hotels and Resorts in Thailand and affiliated companies and customers in the hotel, restaurant, café, and catering industry (HoReCa).
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About Dusit Foods

Established in 2018 with the vision to “Bring Asia to the World,” Dusit Foods aims to strategically invest from ‘farm-to-fork’ across Dusit’s entire food supply chain. This includes working to standardise F&B at Dusit Hotels and Resorts worldwide by delivering high quality ingredients and optimising costs.

The division focuses on natural, organic, and healthy products across four key areas: Manufacturing; Distribution and Retail; Raw Materials; and Food Outlets.

Its investment portfolio currently includes Epicure Catering, a leading provider of food and beverage services to the international school industry with a market share of over 70% in Thailand; The Caterers, a leader in school catering and off-site receptions in Vietnam; Bonjour Bakery Asia, a French baking factory and franchise business based in Thailand; Savor Eats (Pinto Hub), a joint venture comprising cloud kitchen/food delivery services and a central kitchen manufacturing hub in Bangkok; and Dusit Gastro, a sourcing and distribution hub servicing Dusit Hotels and Resorts in Thailand and affiliated companies and customers in the hotel, restaurant, café, and catering industry (HoReCa).

About Dusit International

Established in 1948, or Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) is a leading hospitality group listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Its operations comprise five distinct yet complementary business units: Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hospitality Education, Dusit Foods, Dusit Estate, and Hospitality-Related Services.

Dusit International’s diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality-related services, and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion and diversification.

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About Green House

Founded in April 1947, Green House Group operates a comprehensive range of businesses in the food and hospitality sectors. As a leading company in contract food services (for business & industry, education and healthcare), it provides food services at approximately 2,700 outlets globally. In addition, the company engages in advanced food and health-related businesses, including the development of the AI-powered diet management app “Asken,” which has a cumulative membership of over 11 million. Green House Group also has a strong presence in hotel management, represented by the “Hotel GrandBach,” as well as in the restaurant and delicatessen sector with brands like “Tonkatsu Shinjuku Saboten”.

OZONO Launches in Australia with Innovative Eco-Friendly Cleaning Technology

Revolutionizing Home and Commercial Cleaning with Aqueous Ozone Solutions that are hypoallergenic & eco-friendly


QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 November 2024 OZONO, the eco-conscious brand spearheading the movement towards chemical-free cleaning solutions, is thrilled to announce its official launch in Australia. Established in 2021 in Singapore, OZONO aims to transform the cleaning industry by offering a chemical-free cleaning device.

OZONO OZPro is the chemical-free cleaning device that is perfect for cleaning and sanitizing your home, laundry, baby's toys and clothes, furbabies beddings and home surfaces without leaving any harmful residues. It generates Aqueous Ozone, using air and electricity, to clean, sanitize and remove odours.
OZONO OZPro is the chemical-free cleaning device that is perfect for cleaning and sanitizing your home, laundry, baby’s toys and clothes, furbabies beddings and home surfaces without leaving any harmful residues. It generates Aqueous Ozone, using air and electricity, to clean, sanitize and remove odours.

At the heart of OZONO is its innovative aqueous ozone technology. This system converts ordinary tap water into aqueous ozone—a naturally occurring oxidant—using electricity. The result is a powerful, chemical-free cleaning solution that kills micro-organisms up to 3000 times faster and up to 200 times more effectively than chlorine bleach, without leaving behind any harmful residues. After use, the aqueous ozone reverts back to water and oxygen, resulting in zero pollution to water systems and ensuring no harmful chemicals enter the environment.

The Hidden Health Risks of Traditional Detergents

While conventional detergents may seem effective, they can pose significant risks to health, especially for young children. Many detergents contain harsh chemicals such as phosphates, synthetic surfactants, and artificial fragrances. These substances can trigger allergic reactions, skin irritations, and more serious conditions like atopic dermatitis. According to a study published by HCPLive, exposure to laundry detergents has been linked to an increase in atopic conditions, including eczema, consistent asthma, and allergic rhinitis, particularly in children.

Further studies from the Cleveland Clinic indicate that many detergents are common culprits behind skin rashes in children, with the chemicals in these products disrupting the skin barrier and causing skin irritation. Children, who often have more sensitive skin than adults, are particularly vulnerable to these adverse effects. The harmful residues left behind on clothing and linens after washing can come into direct contact with their skin, potentially leading to long-term dermatological issues.

OZONO’s aqueous ozone technology offers a solution to these health concerns. Free from harmful chemicals, it provides a safe and effective way to clean, making it ideal for households with young children, individuals with sensitive skin, or those prone to allergies.

Environmental Impacts of Detergents and Detergent Pods

Beyond the human health risks, traditional cleaning products wreak havoc on the environment. Many detergents contain chemicals that leach into water systems, contaminating rivers, lakes, and oceans. According to research 11 million metric tonnes of plastic waste, much of it from single-use packaging like detergent bottles, enters the ocean annually. Additionally, it is estimated that 1.5 million tonnes of microplastics from household cleaning products, including cleaning agents and personal care items infiltrate global waterways every year, with devastating effects on marine ecosystems.

Detergent pods, marketed for their convenience, are another significant contributor to environmental degradation. Encased in polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), a water-soluble plastic, these pods may dissolve, but studies show that up to 75% of PVA from detergent pods does not fully biodegrade. According to a 2021 study by Arizona State University, PVA can persist in the environment, contributing to microplastic pollution that endangers marine life and may enter the food chain, posing risks to both wildlife and humans.

As noted by Euronews Green in 2024, detergent pods are a major source of microplastic pollution, as the PVA residue lingers in water systems. In addition to contributing to plastic waste, the chemicals inside these pods degrade water quality, threatening biodiversity and aquatic ecosystems.

A Sustainable Alternative with OZONO

OZONO offers a revolutionary alternative to these harmful products. By using aqueous ozone technology, households and businesses can avoid single-use plastics, chemical residues, and microplastic pollution. In the US, 900 million laundry jugs discarded annually, with only 30 percent of these being recycled. OZONO’s chemical-free cleaning system provides a sustainable option for those looking to reduce their environmental footprint.

Its flagship device, OZONO OZPro is a groundbreaking device that replaces traditional laundry detergents, fabric softeners, sanitizers, and washing machine cleaners using innovative aqueous ozone technology. The system harnesses air and electricity to generate ozone, a natural oxidant, which dissolves in water to clean, sanitize and remove odour without the need for harsh chemicals. Ozone is highly effective, killing microorganisms up to 200 times more effectively than chlorine and leaving no harmful residue as it reverts to oxygen.

Compared to traditional detergents, which rely on petrochemical surfactants and hot water to remove dirt and bacteria, OZONO OZPro offers a gentler, eco-friendly approach. OZONO uses cold water only – this preserves fabric quality by removing the need for hot water and preventing microfibre shedding, which often results from repeated washing with conventional chemicals. This not only extends the life of your clothes but also reduces energy consumption for hot water.

“We’re excited to bring OZONO to Australia,” said Mr Lee of OZONO. “Our mission is not only to deliver a more effective way to clean but also to offer a solution that’s safe for both families and the environment. Detergent pods and traditional cleaners may seem convenient, but they’re contributing to long-term harm. With OZONO, we can clean smarter—without sacrificing health or sustainability.”

With OZONO, consumers can now reduce their reliance on harmful chemicals and plastics, making everyday cleaning safer for both people and the planet. Additionally, OZONO currently offers a 30-day money-back trial, which you can learn more about here, and offers Afterpay for flexible payment options

For more information, visit OZONO’s Website. Make the switch to a cleaner, greener future—and protect your home, your family, and the earth.

For more information, visit OZONO’s Website.
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Use More to Get More with Citi This Travel Season

Enjoy up to 10% rebate and chance to win business class round trip to Tokyo on Citibank Global Wallet forex spending with Citibank debit card


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 November 2024 – From now until December 31, 2024, selected Citibank customers* are entitled to Citibank Debit Mastercard® Triple Rewards[1] upon successful registration. Customers can earn up to a 10% cash rebate and a chance to win a pair of business class round trip tickets to Tokyo with each eligible Citibank Global Wallet foreign currency spending. Let’s start making the most of the upcoming travel season and festivities with Citi!

Reward 1:
Up to HK$750 off on Cathay Pacific flight tickets

Book your flight with Citibank Debit Mastercard® via the Cathay Pacific site (www.cathaypacific.com) and apply the following codes for instant discounts:

  • Long-haul flights HK$750 discount: CXCITI750
  • Short-haul flights HK$250 discount: CXCITI250
Reward 2:
Up to 10% rebate on eligible foreign currency spending**
Enjoy up to HK$1,900 cash rebate with eligible Citibank Global Wallet foreign currency spending.

  • 10% rebate per transaction of HK$1,000 or above
  • 6% rebate per transaction of HK$600-HK$999
  • 3% rebate per transaction below HK$600
Reward 3:
Lucky draw for flight tickets**
Each eligible Citibank Global Wallet foreign currency spending will be rewarded with a lucky draw entry. You may earn up to 10 entries to win a pair of Cathay Pacific business class round trip tickets to Tokyo (Narita).
For more information about “Citibank Debit Mastercard® Triple Rewards,” please visit: citibank.hk/globalwallet

* This promotion is only applicable to Citibank Debit Mastercard® customers. Please contact us to apply.
** Citibank Global Wallet needs to be activated before making a transaction.


[1] Quotas apply on a first-come-first-served basis. For terms and conditions, please visit: citibank.hk/24q4cgw

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Citibank Global Wallet

Citibank Global Wallet is a key Citibank Debit Mastercard® feature that allows customers to exchange foreign currencies at prevailing rates or pre-set their targeted rates before withdrawing cash or paying from their foreign currency account while overseas without any handling fees from Citi.

Supporting 12 currencies, Citibank Global Wallet is equipped with Hong Kong’s first “Auto FX Top-up” function that tops up the Wallet when it runs low by automatically buying the outstanding amount of foreign currency at Citi’s prevailing exchange rate from the customer’s Hong Kong Dollar account. Citibank Global Wallet and the “Auto FX Top-up” feature can be activated through Citi Mobile® App.

In addition, Citibank Debit Mastercard® now offers a daily spending limit of up to HK$300,000 (depending on the debit card tier), allowing customers to shop to their heart’s content while on the go. Customers also have the flexibility to adjust the limit and card settings according to their personal preferences through Citi Mobile® App. For more information, please visit:

*Surcharges may apply at some overseas ATMs.

Indorama Ventures celebrates ‘Waste Fiction Challenge’ essay competition; inspires youth to champion zero-waste schools


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 November 2024 – Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, a global sustainable chemicals company, celebrated the success of the Waste Fiction Challenge, a pioneering initiative that rallied young people from over 90 countries to envision zero-waste schools by 2030.

Mrs. Suchitra Lohia
Mrs. Suchitra Lohia

The Waste Fiction Challenge is a global competition designed to engage youth in crafting imaginative stories of a sustainable future, focusing on zero-waste practices and circular economy solutions. By fostering storytelling skills, the competition empowers students to translate creative concepts into actionable plans, encouraging environmental stewardship and sustainable development.

The competition received more than 345 essay submissions from participants aged 12-35, representing multiple languages and diverse regions. Contestants submitted storyboards and 1,000-word essays centered on creating zero-waste schools, the fundamentals of recycling, and principles of the circular economy. Essays were inspired by the lessons and resources from Waste Hero Education—an initiative supported by Indorama Ventures and Yunus Foundation (Thailand)—which provided participants with comprehensive materials on zero-waste and circular economy practices to enrich their understanding and stimulate creativity.

In collaboration with strategic partners Yunus Thailand, SDSN Youth, Local Pathways Network, 3ZERO CLUB, SEAMEO SEPS & INNOTECH, and AIESEC, Indorama Ventures offered participants mentorship, resources, and guidance to transform their visions into viable solutions with a lasting impact. This initiative brought together a broad coalition of stakeholders, including local organizations, youth groups, and ministries of education, to promote a global sustainability movement among youth, educators, and communities.

Mrs. Suchitra Lohia, Deputy Group CEO and Chairperson of the CSR Committee at Indorama Ventures, said, “As a world-leading PET producer and recycler, Indorama Ventures recognizes our responsibility to advance a circular economy by supporting initiatives that inspire real-world waste reduction and recycling solutions. The Waste Fiction Challenge is an invaluable platform that aligns with our Waste Hero goal of providing recycling education to one million people by 2030. It empowers young people to become change agents, driving innovative sustainable practices that enhance PET collection and recycling – closing the loop and ensuring a continuous supply of recycled materials. By empowering young people as sustainability champions, we strengthen our commitment to advancing recycling education and creating a meaningful impact in communities worldwide.”

Callum Mackenzie, Managing Director at Yunus Foundation (Thailand) added, “Every transformative action starts with a dream. If we don’t imagine, it will never happen. Waste Fiction sparks the creative power in young people, daring them to imagine a future without waste. This empowers them to then take action and become the future green leaders we so desperately need. We are immensely proud to see young people from around the world participating in the Waste Fiction Challenge and grateful to our partners for helping mobilize a global movement of youth. We look forward to witnessing the remarkable impact these future leaders will achieve.”

A panel of experts assessed submissions on creativity, impact, and feasibility, and selected 13 finalists from Thailand, Pakistan, Qatar, Zimbabwe, Uganda, Brunei, Bangladesh, India, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Mexico. The finalists will participate in a zero-waste leadership training program, which includes mentoring to help refine their ideas into actionable solutions that support global waste reduction goals. On completing the program, the finalists will become Waste Hero Ambassadors, dedicated to establishing 3ZERO Clubs in schools and communities worldwide. Through these clubs, young leaders will be mobilized to lead zero-waste initiatives, furthering the mission of Waste Hero Education and advancing a global network committed to sustainability.

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About Indorama Ventures

Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, listed in Thailand (Bloomberg ticker IVL.TB), is one of the world’s leading chemicals producers, with a global manufacturing footprint across Europe, Africa, Americas, and Asia Pacific. The company’s portfolio comprises Combined PET, Fibers, and Indovinya (formerly Integrated Oxides and Derivatives). Indorama Ventures’ products serve major FMCG, agricultural, lifestyle, and automotive sectors, including beverages, hygiene, personal care, tire, and safety segments. Indorama Ventures has about 26,000 employees worldwide and reported revenue of US$15.6 billion in 2023. The company is listed in the Dow Jones Emerging Markets and World Sustainability Indices (DJSI).

ViewQwest Debuts Cloud-Based Gateway to Meet Industry Benchmarks for Email Security


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 November 2024 ViewQwest has partnered with Lightspeed Technologies, an enterprise solution provider and leading email security expert, to unveil the ViewQwest SecurEmail Gateway at GovWare 2024, held from 15 to 17 October. This new solution offers businesses a quick and seamless way to secure their email systems, bolstering protection against email-based threats and vulnerabilities.

The cloud-based SecurEmail Gateway aligns with best practices from the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore’s (CSA) Internet Hygiene Portal (IHP) for email and domain security. By adopting the SecurEmail Gateway, businesses can achieve a perfect score of 100 in the IHP’s comprehensive online security assessment.

The Need for Email Security

While messaging apps and cloud-based tools are on the rise, email remains central to business communications, enabling seamless collaboration and information sharing. However, email protocols were developed long before cybersecurity became a priority, leaving email susceptible to threats such as spoofing and phishing.

One critical vulnerability stems from the original email protocol’s lack of verification and encryption features. Just as a letter with a fake return address could deceive, email in its raw form allows bad actors to impersonate trusted contacts and exploit user trust through social engineering.

Understanding CSA Best Practices

Over time, several email security protocols have emerged to address these vulnerabilities. However, consistently deploying these protocols can be complex and resource-intensive, leaving many organizations without optimal email security.

Protocols such as DKIM add digital signatures to verify email integrity during transit. SPF limits the servers authorized to send emails on behalf of a domain, preventing spoofing, while DANE validates server authenticity to prevent man-in-the-middle attacks.

Even major providers like Office 365 and Google Workspace may not have the most optimal security settings enabled. The same challenge applies to many telecommunication providers due to the balancing act between user convenience and comprehensive security measures or a lack of awareness by customers.

To raise awareness and promote robust email security, the CSA has introduced a comprehensive checklist for best practices and an online assessment tool for businesses to gauge the security status of their email systems.

One-Step Solution for Enhanced Email Security

ViewQwest’s SecurEmail Gateway offers a streamlined, cost-effective way for businesses to strengthen email security without overhauling their current systems. Available as a SaaS solution, it integrates easily with major platforms like Google Workspace, Office 365, Microsoft Exchange, and custom email servers.

Through simply configuring their existing email server to work with the SecurEmail Gateway, businesses can instantly enhance email security to meet and exceed CSA recommendations. This solution ensures adherence to CSA best practices and strengthens the organization’s email security posture.

While there is no absolute guarantee against spoofing and attacks, adhering to CSA guidelines can significantly mitigate risks and strengthen an organisation’s overall email security posture. With ViewQwest SecurEmail Gateway, organizations can achieve full compliance with CSA guidelines in just one-step.

  • Learn more about the ViewQwest SecurEmail Gateway [here].
  • Check your current email provider’s security status using CSA’s assessment tool [here].

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About ViewQwest

ViewQwest is an award-winning Telecommunications and Managed Security Services Provider driven by a vision to make the world a better place, powered by a safer, better internet. Founded and headquartered in Singapore since 2001, it has expanded operations and market coverage in Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, and other countries in North and Southeast Asia.

ViewQwest builds and manages high-performing network and security infrastructure for the digital enterprise, securely connecting corporate sites and workforces wherever they are needed. It is a trusted partner of global and regional multinational corporations (MNCs) and top companies across Asia, delivering fit-for-purpose connectivity and security to power their digital future. ViewQwest also provides market-leading Residential and SME broadband connectivity and cybersecurity services in Singapore and Malaysia.

ViewQwest received the 2024 Network and Security integration of the Year Award – Singapore, and in 2023, was named Singapore Broadband Telecom Provider of the Year at the Asia Telecom Awards for its service innovation and excellence in network and security.

For more information, visit https://viewqwest.com/sg