Australia’s Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, Nicholas Moore, is visiting Vientiane from 11 to 13 July as part of his regional consultations to help guide the development of the Southeast Asia Economic Strategy.
Second Electric Vehicle Forum in Laos Spurs Cooperation for Clean Energy Future
The future of sustainable mobility in Laos took center stage as industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers came together for the highly anticipated second Lao Electric Vehicle (EV) Forum.
SleekFlow debuts WhatsApp retail-tech solutions in UAE through L’Occitane ME’s first Accelerator Program, powered by Chalhoub Group’s The Greenhouse

In August 2022, SleekFlow was one of 4 out of 180 global retail-tech startups chosen to implement its cutting-edge solutions in the Middle East, as well as the potential of developing tailored solutions catered to beauty and luxury sectors for the L’Occitane brand in the future. This new partnership with Chalhoub Group, the region’s largest retailer, is a testament to SleekFlow’s potential to enhance the region’s rapidly growing luxury retail sector.
Since its founding in 2019, SleekFlow has achieved 2-3 times YoY revenue growth and successfully expanded in Hong Kong – the company’s current HQ – Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brazil, with its customer engagement solution for SMEs and enterprises. The company has identified the UAE market as an ideal location for expansion based on early traction and strong buying behavior through WhatsApp, the communication channel that 80% of UAE consumers use daily.
As the first Asian company to participate in the Microsoft Pegasus program, SleekFlow’s ongoing partnership with Microsoft enables the platform to leverage GPT-4 technology from Azure OpenAI Service to power its chatbots. SleekFlow has recently developed SleekFlow AI, a context-aware AI-powered chatbot that can refine and translate content, generate concise reports upon completion of service, and even automate talent training, helping businesses increase efficiency.
“Over the past year, SleekFlow has experienced explosive growth, with our enterprise customers increasing sixfold, accumulating over 5,000 customers in 120 regions worldwide,” says SleekFlow’s founder and CEO Henson Tsai. “At the same time, we continue to optimize the platform to help businesses upgrade their customer service quality, increasing their sales converted with chat threefold and boosting the online to offline (O2O) sales by 18%. I believe that AI will be an indispensable part of businesses in the next three years and become the driving engine of various industries in the UAE and beyond.”
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About SleekFlow
Conversions through conversations have never been easier.
SleekFlow’s AI-powered Omnichannel Conversation Suite enables a comprehensive customer journey across major social and messaging services like WhatsApp*, Facebook, Instagram, SMS, live chat, or whatever your clients prefer. We streamline the whole commerce process with social and sales all in one to break through your sales growth limits.
Our AI-powered customer engagement solution allows businesses to enhance cross-departmental collaborations, manage all customer interactions, blast out automated campaigns, and send payment links in chat.
Cambodia Records This Year’s Fifth Irrawaddy Dolphin Calf in Mekong River

Cambodia has discovered the fifth newborn dolphin in the northern province of Kratie, expanding the Mekong Irrawaddy dolphin population in the region.
Prudential launches PRULink Islamic Global Equity Index Fund
The fund feeds 100 per cent into the underlying Shariah-compliant HSBC Islamic Global Equity Index Fund, which closely tracks the performance of the Dow Jones Islamic Market Titans 100 Index.
The global Islamic finance industry is estimated to be worth some US$2.2 trillion and anticipated to grow to US$4.94 trillion by 2025.[2]
Mr Ben Tan, Chief Corporate Development Officer of Prudential Singapore, said that the PRULink Islamic Global Equity Index Fund appeals to Muslim customers and also to customers who want to make socially responsible investments.
“Doing good and planning for your financial future can go hand in hand. There is a large opportunity to serve customers who are keen on socially responsible investments such as PRULink Islamic Global Equity Index Fund. We will continue to develop innovative and inclusive solutions to better serve the diverse needs of our customers and distributors, and to make insurance and wealth planning accessible to everyone.”
Shariah investing is aligned to the guidelines for permitted financial activities for Muslims and seeks to do good by encouraging ethical support for the community. Similarly, Prudential’s approach to responsible investment seeks to shift capital from harmful activities towards those that support environmental and social needs.
Anyone can sign up for the PRULink Islamic Global Equity Index Fund through Prudential’s Investment-Linked Plans (ILPs) such as PRUVantage Assure, PRULink InvestGrowth, PRUVantage Wealth, PRUActive LinkGuard, and PRUVantage RetireCare. Existing customers with eligible ILPs[3] who are interested in investing in the new fund can also choose to perform a fund switch, premium re-direction and/or top up.
Additional information
For more details on the long-term performance of shariah-compliant funds compared to conventional funds, please refer to: www.prudential.com.sg/PLIGEI
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About Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd (Prudential Singapore)
Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd is one of the top life insurance companies in Singapore, serving the financial and protection needs of the country’s citizens for 92 years. The company has an AA- Financial Strength Rating from leading credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s, with S$49.4 billion funds under management as at 31 December 2022. It delivers a suite of well-rounded product offerings in Protection, Savings and Investment through multiple distribution channels including a network of more than 5,000 financial consultants.
G2E Asia and Asian IR Expo Unite to Redefine the Future of Gaming and Integrated Resorts Industry in Asia

Complementing the exhibition is a carefully curated conference program led by renowned experts and thought leaders on trending topics shaping the industry landscape. Areas of focus include:
- An in-depth look at Asia’s integrated resorts in terms of regulatory oversight and gaming control, as well as the future trends and challenges.
- Asia Gaming Landscape: A Decade into the Future.
- Transition from VIP to Mass and Non-Gaming: Bumpy or Smooth.
- IAGA Best Practices Institute.
Along with keynote speakers, Dr. Wilfred Wong, President and Executive Director of Sands China and Mr. Alejandro Tengco, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Cooperation (PAGCOR). Other speakers joining the stage include Alidad Tash, Founder and Managing Director of 2NT8 Limited; Chen Si, COO of Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort; Ed Bowers, President Global Development of MGM Resorts International; Fredric E. Gushin, Managing Director of Spectrum Gaming Group; Hubert Wang, President and Chief Operating Officer of MGM China; and Kenneth Fong, Managing Director of Credit Suisse.
The Asian IR Expo launches its debut at the Venetian Macao today, alongside the Greater Bay Area Hotel and Cultural & Creative Industry Expo. From July 11-13, 2023, the events expect to bring together 5,000 visitors across the travel, integrated resorts, and hotel industries to foster collaborations for mutual growth and success. The industry’s participation showcases its dedication to enhancing tourism and elevating Macau’s status as a premier destination worldwide.
The three-day event includes an exhibition, a carefully curated summit program and unique networking opportunities for industry professionals to explore the latest trends and innovations. Visitors are presented with leading-edge products and solutions from various sectors, including art, entertainment, themed travel, technology, sports and Esports.
The summit program, a cornerstone of the Asian IR Expo, features renowned experts and thought leaders discussing trending topics that shape the industry landscape. Areas of focus include:
* Travel Talk and Prospects – Offer a wealth of information and insights in the latest travel trends. Connect with industry experts and learn from them how to unlock success factors after pandemic, shaping tourism development and sharing policy.
* Art and Entertainment (work with ArtBiz) – Explore a diverse range of topics from how the cultural industry drives innovation and promotes the diverse development of the city, to the potential of technology, pop art and entertainment to enhance the customer experience.
* Sports and Esports – Explore the significant impact of sports scene to tourism industry
* Health and Wellness – Discuss the growing trends and development of health conscious tourism in Asia.
Along with keynote speakers, including Dr. Wilfred Wong, President and Executive Director of Sands China; Ms. Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of Macau Government Tourism Office and Ms. Leong Wai Man, President of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR Government. Other speakers joining the stage include Mr. Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer, Macau of Galaxy Entertainment Group, Ms. Naomi Mano, President & CEO, Luxurique Inc., Mr. Ruben Toral, Director of Healthcare + Wellness, QUO, Mr. Naosato Shibata, Vice Director of Heath Insurance Division, Health Insurance Bureau of Japan, Mr. Mario Ho, Chairman & Co-CEO, NIP Group INC, Ms. Claire Johnson, Head of Partnership & Events of French May Arts Festival and Mr. Marc Rosen, President of Entertainment of Authentic Brands Group.
To learn more about G2E Asia, visit www.g2easia.com.
To learn more about Asian IR Expo, visit www.AsianIRExpo.com.
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D&S Audiology Expands Its Reach With New Clinic Opening In Woodlands

The new clinic is located at 12 Woodlands Square #13-73, Tower 1, Singapore 737715 and will be open from Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The clinic is staffed by a team of experienced audiologists who are committed to providing personalised and professional hearing care to the community.
“We are excited to have our services in Woodlands to serve the hearing needs of this vibrant community,” said Deepak D’Souza, Co-founder and Senior Principal Audiologist of D&S Audiology.
The new clinic is equipped with the latest equipment to provide a wide range of services for children, adults and seniors. The clinic also carries a wide selection of hearing aids and cochlear implant processors from leading manufacturers. Individuals who are concerned about their hearing – whether it is requiring assistance to map the cochlear implant after surgery or seeking management strategies for tinnitus in Singapore — are welcome to book an appointment to visit the clinic.
D&S Audiology is a leading audiology clinic in Singapore that provides individualised care and a range of hearing solutions. With a team of highly qualified audiologists and cutting-edge technology, the clinic aims to enhance the quality of life for its patients by addressing their unique hearing needs.
To celebrate the new clinic’s opening, D&S Audiology is also offering a special promotion for the month of August. Customers may enjoy an attractive discount when they purchase a pair of hearing aids. Customers can also take advantage of a free trial period and a satisfaction guarantee.
For more information, please visit https://dsaudiology.sg/.
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Vientiane’s First Pedestrian Footbridge Faces Construction Delays
The construction of the first public pedestrian footbridge in Vientiane Capital remains unfinished even though it was supposed to be ready within four months.