Institut français organised a special edition of Fête de la Musique (International Music Fest). As stated by the Ambassador of France Ms. Siv-Leng Chhuor in her introductory speech, “In 2023, the Fête de la Musique also echoes the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Treaty of Friendship and Association between France and Laos. We could only celebrate this anniversary with an artistic, cultural, and intercultural encounter between our two countries.”
DHL Express helps global law firm Linklaters cut carbon emissions using sustainable aviation fuel
- Linklaters has signed up for DHL’s GoGreen Plus service to reduce carbon emissions
- This partnership signifies both parties’ clear commitment to combat climate change within its own value chain
- Sustainable aviation fuel cuts emissions by up to 80 percent compared to conventional jet fuel
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 5 July 2023 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has onboarded new customer, Linklaters, on its GoGreen Plus service to reduce carbon emissions for its time-definite international (TDI) shipments through the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). A leading global law firm, Linklaters aims to reduce (‘inset’) the carbon emissions associated with their shipments across the Asia Pacific and United Arab Emirates (UAE) regions.

As a firm with a significant global footprint, Linklaters understands the importance of the changing climate and strong environmental management. In June 2021, Linklaters adopted firmwide carbon reduction targets to meet by April 2030 – approved by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) – including to reduce emissions, and this move further demonstrates the firm’s commitment to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 50%.
Ken Lee, CEO DHL Express Asia Pacific, says: “Sustainability is increasingly becoming an important part of the business for most of our customers. Companies are now more committed than ever to reducing their environmental impact, thus it is important that we provide them with feasible solutions to do so. SAF is our key lever to improve carbon emissions, and we are proud to be the first global express courier to enable our customers to do.”
Launched this year, GoGreen Plus enables customers to reduce their Scope 3 emissions through insetting. This means that customers can effectively bring down carbon emissions that occur in their supply chain by choosing the amount of SAF they want to use for their shipments. SAF is currently the only scalable solution for the next years to come, given that it is the only option for long-range flights. SAF can also reduce lifecycle emissions of typical aviation fuel emissions by up to 70-80%.
Robert Elliot, Partner and member of Science-Based Targets Steering Group at Linklaters, says: “Linklaters is proud to partner with DHL in this innovative and market-leading initiative. As a responsible business, we have a global commitment to reduce our environmental impact and associated greenhouse gas emissions – collaborating with the right partners in our value chain makes an important contribution as we strive to meet our Science-Based Targets by 2030. We wish the DHL team the very best as they raise awareness about GoGreen Plus and hope that more organizations support this initiative to build momentum behind it and collectively help to increase the pace of positive change.”
DHL Group is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and is investing a total of EUR 7 billion in carbon emissions reduction initiatives. With approximately 90% of its carbon footprint derived from the air network, viable and sustainable air transport solutions are important for creating cleaner and greener logistics operations. This includes two of the largest ever deals with bp and Neste, who will supply DHL with more than 800 million liters of sustainable aviation fuel until 2026. This contributes to the interim target of using 30 percent SAF for all air transport by 2030. Equally, DHL Express has also partnered with Eviation, who will deliver up to 12 electric cargo planes from 2027 onwards.
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DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 94 billion euros in 2022. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.
Thailand Chooses House Speaker as Move Forward Party Tries to Secure Prime Minister Job

BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s new government took a step closer to forming with the speaker of the House of Representative chosen Tuesday in what has been an arduous task before the next prime minister is named.
Lao Govt Assists Over 47,000 Families to Move on From Opium Cultivation
The Lao government is collaborating with private companies to encourage residents in seven northern provinces to cultivate commercial crops instead of illegally growing opium poppies.
Hang Lung Supports the Strive and Rise Programme
Engaging Mentees in Job Shadowing at Peak Galleria and Community Services with a Social Enterprise
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 July 2023 – Hang Lung Properties (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) has actively responded to the Strive and Rise Programme launched by the Hong Kong SAR Government as a supporting organization. Recently, Hang Lung arranged job shadowing activities for mentees during a visit to Peak Galleria, accompanied by Hang Lung Strive and Rise mentors, to gain an in-depth understanding of the daily operations of the mall business and Hang Lung’s service philosophy of customer-centricity.

Highlights of the job shadowing session included hands-on experience of AI technology in the form of a cleaning robot; learning about the use of marketing and promotional activities to enhance customer experience; and going on a treasure hunt using the Hang Lung Malls app. The day concluded with a visit to Monopoly Dreams Hong Kong™, a Monopoly-themed attraction, and Go Museum, an immersive light and shadow art exhibition venue, both of which are located at Peak Galleria.

The mentees found the activity beneficial and thanked Hang Lung for the arrangement. Celia Wong, a mentor from Hang Lung Properties’ Development and Design Department, and Jessica Lam, a mentee, said the public seldom pays attention to the different positions of frontline staff in malls, and the job shadowing activity allowed them to understand the responsibilities of these positions. They were impressed by the variety of attentive services that Peak Galleria provides to customers – “The concierge does not only answer enquiries from visitors to the mall, but also provides information about touring the Peak to tourists and hikers, and wheelchairs, pet strollers, and rain gear to meet the needs of different customers. This enables us to gain insight into their ‘customer-centered’ service philosophy.”

Previously, mentees and mentors participated in a team-building activity at Joy Fusion, a social enterprise under the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council. With the opportunity to get to know each other better through games and informal interactions, participants also learned that in addition to providing training and employment opportunities to people in recovery, social enterprises such as Joy Fusion also aim to build self-confidence and promote social inclusion through their work with those in need.
The Strive and Rise Programme aims to support underprivileged junior secondary school students through a tripartite partnership between the government, the business sector and the community, to help them broaden their horizons, reinforce their self-confidence and develop a positive outlook on life. This is in line with the Hang Lung We Do It Well philosophy that drives the company’s community investment initiatives with an emphasis on nurturing local talent, fulfilling social responsibilities such as supporting the underprivileged, and promoting diversity and inclusion. As one of the supporting organizations of the Strive and Rise Programme, Hang Lung has invited 40 employees and their friends and relatives to serve as mentors who will participate in a one-year mentorship programme to share their life experiences with the mentees.
Committed to empowering the diversified development of the young generation and cultivating their leadership, Hang Lung launched the “Hang Lung Future Women Leaders Program” in 2022, a nationwide community investment program that aims to unleash the potential and sharpen the competitive edge of young female university students. Since 2004, Hang Lung has also been the driving force behind the highly regarded biennial mathematics research competition for secondary school students in Hong Kong, the Hang Lung Mathematics Awards.
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About Hang Lung Properties
Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Hang Lung Properties develops and manages a diversified portfolio of world-class properties in Hong Kong and the nine Mainland cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan and Hangzhou. With its luxury positioning under the “66” brand, the company’s Mainland portfolio has established its leading position as the “Pulse of the City”. Hang Lung Properties is recognized for leading the way in enhanced sustainability initiatives in real estate as it pursues sustainable growth by connecting customers and communities.
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Vingroup and K-Sure sign MoU to accelerate business cooperation

As per the Memorandum of Understanding, Vingroup and K-Sure will collaborate on Vingroup’s projects with Korean partners, trade insurance programs aimed at expanding into new markets, and exploring potential joint venture opportunities.
K-Sure will offer guarantee programs and support to Korean suppliers, construction, and engineering firms. This support aims to enable the seamless provision of products and services to Vingroup and its subsidiaries, including electric vehicle components, energy storage systems (such as batteries and other parts), construction equipment, construction management services, and the supply of components and parts.
In addition, K-Sure’s guarantee allows Korean investors to invest or form joint ventures with Vingroup or its subsidiaries, creating potential long-term business opportunities.
Vingroup and K-Sure will also explore the possibility of joint participation in projects and market development opportunities through K-Sure’s export and guarantee programs.
Speaking at the MOU presentation ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Viet Quang, Vice Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Vingroup, said: “We are thrilled to sign an MOU with K-Sure during the official visit of the President of the Republic of Korea to Vietnam. Vingroup and K-Sure’s partnership will enhance trade and investment – two important focuses for our countries – accelerating commercial operations and expanding international production and export markets.”
Mr. Lee Inho – General Director of K-Sure, said: “Southeast Asia has significant growth potential, as well as an abundance of labor and resources. We are delighted to have a strategic partnership with Vingroup, one of the leading private conglomerates in the region, to strengthen Korea’s vital sectors and increase exports. We also expect to support Vingroup’s global market development and expansion, particularly in the green mobility revolution that both parties are pursuing.”
Korea Trade Insurance Corporation (K-Sure) was established in July 1992 upon the Trade Insurance Act to promote trade and overseas investment of Korean enterprises with the mission to boost national competitiveness. The cooperation with K-Sure affirms Vingroup’s efforts in continuously connecting with leading agencies and enterprises to jointly invest and develop our competencies in smart, innovative, and sustainable consumer products and services.
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Established in 1993, Vingroup is one of the leading private conglomerates in the region and currently focuses on three main areas: Technology and Industry, Services, and Social Enterprise. Find out more about Vingroup at: https://www.vingroup.net/en
About Korea Trade Insurance Corporation
Korea Trade Insurance Corporation (K-Sure) was established in July 1992 upon the Trade Insurance Act to promote trade and overseas investment of Korean enterprises with the mission to boost national competitiveness. Find out more about K-Sure at: https://www.ksure.or.kr/rh-en/cntnts/i-615/web.do
Bokeo Police Seize 2.8 Million Meth Pills, Arrest 2 Suspects in Mekong River Border Bust

Tonpheung police in Bokeo province detained two suspects last week for ferrying 2.8 million methamphetamine pills across the Mekong River from Myanmar.
TUMI Launches Immersive Essentially Beautiful Pop-Up in Seoul
Both design excellence and performance luxury are integral to TUMI’s DNA, resulting in products that not only look good but also exceed expectations when it comes to function, durability and sustainability. The Fall 2023 Essentially Beautiful Pop-Up brings these elements together with a sculptural facade styled after the contours of the TUMI 19 Degree Aluminum and a series of installations that explore the creative and cultural universe of TUMI’s Hypercraft design concept. Defined as being hyper-focused on quality and high performance through elevated craftsmanship and innovation, Hypercraft perfectly characterizes TUMI’s approach to design and sets the tone for this must-see pop-up.

One of the key highlights of the pop-up is a locker-inspired display featuring collectibles and merchandise signed by South Korean pro footballer and TUMI Crew member Son Heung-min. Another zone dedicated to the modern Tegra-Lite® collection features a tunnel crafted of colored Tegris, the exceptionally strong material used in hardside pieces, that makes for a unique photo opportunity.

Perhaps most striking is the multidirectional perspective sculpture by American artist and Perceptual Art pioneer Michael Murphy that pays tribute to TUMI’s iconic 19 Degree design. The artwork, titled TUMI Hypercraft Sculpture, made of seemingly disorganized suspended elements, takes pride of place in the center of the pop-up and plays on the viewer’s perception, creating an illusion of a 19 Degree Aluminum piece morphing into the TUMI logo letter “T” as you walk around it.
The pop-up experience also highlights TUMI’s latest collection launch, Alpha X, and the innovative material that makes it even more durable than the signature Alpha. The display uses the collection’s raw material to create an eye-catching Alpha X-themed wall.
“We’re thrilled to be presenting a manifestation of our brand and the Fall 2023 collection through the Fall 2023 Essentially Beautiful Pop-Up,” said Victor Sanz, Creative Director, TUMI. “TUMI’s relentless pursuit of excellence and passion for what we do is displayed beautifully through the installations. Collaborating with Michael Murphy and Son Heung-min underlines our obsession with finding beauty in the details and constantly elevating performance.”
“I’m thrilled to be a part of TUMI’s pop-up – and even more so that we’re in my home country. Excited that everyone gets to experience the Essentially Beautiful campaign in this special place,” said Son Heung-min.
Opening festivities kicked off with a private VIP event alongside a guest appearance by Son Heung-min greeting the attending media and TUMI fans.
Visit the TUMI Fall 2023 Essentially Beautiful Pop-Up from July 3-15, 2023, between 10:30-22:00 at Lotte World Mall Atrium (1F) and discover the full Fall 2023 collection at TUMI.com.
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