30 C
Vientiane
Monday, July 21, 2025
spot_img
Home Blog Page 1959

National Planning and Financing for Inclusive Development Project Launched in Vientiane

Launching of the Project - National Planning and Financing for Inclusive Development (NPFID)
Officials at the event pose for a group photo

The Ministry of Planning and Investment and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), with financial support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), launched the National Planning and Financing for Inclusive Development (NPFID) Project on Friday, 19 May 2023, in Vientiane Capital, Laos.

Air Asia to Restart Flights From Vientiane to Kuala Lumpur in August

Air Asia to Reopen Weekly Flights From Vientiane to Kuala Lumpur in August
This image is used only for representational purpose (photo: Air Asia Newsroom)

Air Asia will resume three weekly flights from Vientiane Capital to Kuala Lumpur in August to boost more tourism between the two countries.

Lao Government Issues Warning Regarding Unauthorized Scholarships

Lao Government Warns of Unauthorized Scholarships
Students reading books on a staircase (Photo: Freepik )

The Ministry of Education and Sports issued a notice last week warning the public of unauthorized scholarships to China and Vietnam for students from Laos.

Fusion of Metaverse and Online Shopping to Recreate the Ecology of Shopping – Liza applies AI technology to build the traceability system of products

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 26 May 2023 – Recently, Liza, a well-known community e-commerce company in Vietnam, announced that it has combined AI technology to create a brand-new commodity traceability system. Through this system, the circulation path of commodities can be queried with one click, which ensures the standardization and legality of commodity sources and can also protect consumers’ rights and interests to a greater extent. Different from the previous online shopping mall of Web2 in Vietnam, Liza also used AI to optimize the shopping process of users’ whole scene, and deeply explored the potential interests and needs of Vietnamese young people, creating an intensive multi-dimensional shopping ecosystem for users and creating a brand-new immersive online shopping experience.

Liza aims to provide global authentic and high-quality products to meet the needs of consumer groups. To enable more consumers to purchase high-quality global goods, collecting first-hand product consultation information and purchasing channels for users. It also conducts multiple verifications of product sources, authenticity, safety, and other aspects through AI technology to ensure the authenticity of the products. Meanwhile, in response to the current online shopping consumer group composed of young people in Vietnam, the Liza platform supports users in using global online payments or even digital currency payment methods.

Liza also focuses on enriching the content ecosystem and creating a diverse social space. It provides users with a window for creation and communication by building a content platform that includes various forms of presentation such as images, text, and videos. In the Liza community, creators, operators, and interested users in related fields such as metaverse, technology, and trends can create personal pages to freely create, discover, disseminate, and share high-quality content. Thus, users can enhance their emotional interactions from a single emotional connection to UGC’s content sharing and communication, promoting multi-party win-win situations and achieving “Social to Earn”.

As a rising star in the Vietnamese e-commerce market, Liza has demonstrated multi-dimensional strengths by providing high-quality global goods, creating a digital full scene shopping experience, and offering a diversified social platform. Hopefully, as Liza continues to expand the breadth and depth of AI technology applications on its platform, it will create more diverse, personalized, safe, efficient, and trendy online shopping experiences for more people.

Hashtag: #Liza

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Vietnam to Import More Electricity from Laos, China

Vietnam to Import More Electricity from Laos, China
This image is use only for representational purpose (photo: Hanoi Times)

According to EVN General Director Tran Dinh Nhan, talks are underway for the Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) to increase its electricity purchase from Laos and China.

Canopy Sands Development Presents Bay of Lights at Annual Investment Meeting 2023: A Step Towards Becoming Cambodia’s Next Financial Hub

ABU DHABI, UAE – Media OutReach – 26 May 2023 – Canopy Sands Development, the master developer of the largest coastal city in Cambodia, recently showcased its 934-hectare development, the Bay of Lights, at the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) 2023 Congress in Abu Dhabi.

IMG_8784.JPG

The AIM Congress is a global platform that attracts over 10,000 participants, including prominent investors, business professionals from 175 countries, and more than 500 pre-screened exhibitors. Canopy Sands Development’s invitation to the congress underscores the company’s strong position in the real estate development sector.

Delegates from around the world were presented with an overview of the unique investment opportunities in Cambodia, focusing on Bay of Lights. The project and the country were highlighted as prime considerations for international investors looking to participate in Asian and global financial reform.

Cambodia, at the heart of Southeast Asia and the center point of a golden triangle between China, India, and Indonesia, offers a rapidly growing economy for investors to tap into. The Bay of Lights, set to be gazetted as a special zone, is poised to become the next destination in Indochina for the coming decade.

During the event, The Canopy Sands Development team had the opportunity to engage with Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade and signatory of the comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) between Cambodia and the UAE.

Dr. Thani was among the many dignitaries from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) who visited the Cambodia and Bay of Lights promotion booth to learn more about the showcased opportunity.

The AIM Congress showcase preceded the team’s further engagement with the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM) – institutions at the global forefront of Sovereign fund management and International Finance Centre management.

“Bay of Lights offers a unique opportunity for international investors to tap into Asia’s rapidly growing economy, aiming to bring together the economies around the world within a safe and efficient financial corridor,” said Edward Lee, Bay of Lights’ senior representative.

Bay of Lights project is a significant step towards Canopy Sands Development’s mission of attracting global capital flows and global financial institutions to Cambodia, envisaged to thrive as the next financial hub for Southeast Asia.

Hashtag: #CanopySandsDevelopment

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

BingX Sponsors Bitcoin 2023 and Celebrates 5th Anniversary in Miami

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 May 2023 – BingX, one of the leading crypto exchanges, is proud to recap their presence at The Bitcoin 2023 conference that was held this past week in Miami. The conference itself featured unique activations, attendee experiences and an agenda of builders, politicians, business leaders and more of the most influential people in the world sharing their insight into this technological, cultural revolution. BingX sponsored the conference, had a booth activation and held a private party during their “User Appreciation Month” to commemorate their 5th anniversary with a focus on giving back to the community for their continued support over the years.

The Bitcoin 2023 conference is instrumental in fostering growth, not only among the most prominent cryptocurrency, but the greater digital-asset industry as well. Roughly 15,000 people gathered this year to discuss themes such as monetary policy, disrupting traditional banking, greater global policies, Bitcoin ecosystem growth, among many other ideas. The conference hall featured four stages, a news desk, networking lounges, “bull” riding, a mining village and many other hands-on activations. Some highlighted influential guests include Michael Saylor, Michael Lewis, Jack Mallers, Elizabeth Stark and Adam Back.

BingX also kicked off celebrating their 5th anniversary and User Appreciation Month on May 18th with one of many regional events focused on offering a unique opportunity for BingX to connect with its users on a more personal level, gather feedback and strengthen the bond between the platform and its community. The private event in Miami hosted 100 people from across the world to refect on five years of BingX and network with other attendees. Guests were from companies such as Mastercard, The Block, Cointelegraph, Amazon Web Services, Ava Labs, Sui, Filecoin Foundation and many others. Those who attended also received a special edition BingX co-branded CoolWallet Pro hardware wallet to thank them for their attendance. Other global offline events are scheduled to be held in countries such as Spain, Russia, Turkey, Vietnam, Mexico, and Argentina.

Megan Nyvold, Head of North American Media stated, “It has been amazing to speak with the BingX community from around the globe, as well as give back to them. Five years is truly commendable and we look forward to continuing our journey to onboard the next billion crypto users. It will take the support and hardwork of the whole industry to accomplish this goal. It was incredible to see attendants still focused and working hard growing the greater cryptocurrency ecosystems, even during a market downturn.”

“The most exciting exchange to witness was the presence of both Web2 and Web3 companies. It was easy to spot that both emerging and existing technologies are focused on addressing the important role that cryptocurrency will play in the future of finance and working together to accelerate adoption,” Megan added.

User Appreciation Month is a testament to BingX’s commitment to putting users at the forefront and creating a rewarding and enjoyable trading experience. BingX invites all users to join in and make the most of this carnival around the globe.

Hashtag: #BingX

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About BingX

BingX is a leading crypto exchange that offers spot, derivatives, copy, and grid trading services to over 100 countries and regions worldwide with over 5 million users. BingX continues to connect users with expert traders and the platform in a safe and innovative way.

Education in Motion strengthens sustainability education with the first net-zero international school building in Singapore

  • Education in Motion’s (EiM) The Greenhouse at Dulwich College (Singapore) is the only international school building in Singapore to be certified Green Mark Platinum Zero Energy under the BCA Green Mark 2021 (GM: 2021) by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) with Health and Well-being, Intelligence, and Maintainability badges.
  • EiM is the first international education group in Singapore to launch an ESG report for the second year running to champion sustainability education and sustainable practices within its schools.
  • EiM Co-Founder and Chief Collaboration Officer, Karen Yung, reiterated that The Greenhouse is part of EiM’s continued efforts to support the Singapore Green Plan and build a better future for all across its four ESG pillars – Learning, Planet, People, and Policy.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 25 May 2023 – Education in Motion (EiM) was awarded the Green Mark Platinum Zero Energy certification under the latest Green Mark 2021 scheme by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) for The Greenhouse at Dulwich College (Singapore) campus today.

EiM founders receiving the Green Mark Platinum Zero Energy Certification from BCA. From left to right: Fraser White, Founder, Chairman and CEO, Education in Motion; Ms Karen Yung, Co-Founder and Chief Collaboration Officer, Education in Motion; and Mr Ang Kian Seng, Group Director of BCA’s Environmental Sustainability Group.

EiM founders receiving the Green Mark Platinum Zero Energy Certification from BCA. From left to right: Fraser White, Founder, Chairman and CEO, Education in Motion; Ms Karen Yung, Co-Founder and Chief Collaboration Officer, Education in Motion; and Mr Ang Kian Seng, Group Director of BCA’s Environmental Sustainability Group.

In addition, The Greenhouse attained three badges in Health and Well-being (Hw), Intelligence (In), and Maintainability (Mt), which signifies exemplary performance in these subjects and showcases EiM’s commitment towards driving the sustainability agenda for today and the future.

The Greenhouse is a net-zero energy, seven-storey state-of-the-art structure which will be launched later in the year. The building’s net-zero energy achievement contributes to the Singapore Green Building Masterplan – a part of the broader Singapore Green Plan – which captures Singapore’s collective commitment to pursue more ambitious sustainability standards in the Built Environment. This will also be the first new building and first international school in Singapore to receive the Green Mark Zero Energy certification under the latest Green Mark 2021 scheme, paving the way for even more education players to play their part in building a more sustainable future for all.

EiM’s aspiration for The Greenhouse was realised through its partnership with award-winning architectural firm DP Architects and its specialist arm in sustainable design, DP Sustainable Design (DPSD). Throughout The Greenhouse’s architectural design, construction materials, and function, the building embodies EiM’s “Live Worldwise” motto and EiM’s vision to be the global leader in pioneering education for a sustainable future. Building a sustainable campus is also aligned with EiM’s commitment to building a better future for all across its four ESG pillars – Learning, Planet, People, and Policy.

Ms Karen Yung, Co-Founder and Chief Collaboration Officer at EiM, shared, “This is a prestigious award that we are proud to have attained for The Greenhouse. At EiM, we place the student at the heart of everything we do. We believe we have a responsibility and the ability to be part of the solution to the social and environmental challenges facing the planet today for this generation of children and future generations. With our global headquarters in Singapore, we are always looking for ways to support our local communities and be committed to achieving the Singapore Green Plan. As educators, we challenge our students to use their imagination, intellect and raise expectations in themselves. We hope The Greenhouse will inspire others to do just that so together we can drive a more sustainable future for the country.”

Mr Ang Kian Seng, Group Director of BCA’s Environmental Sustainability Group, said, “The Greenhouse is the first new institutional building in Singapore to be certified Green Mark Platinum Zero Energy under the BCA Green Mark 2021. Through extensive on-site renewable energy installations, including both rooftop and building-integrated photovoltaics, it is one of a few buildings to attain Zero Energy solely based on on-site renewable energy production. Going beyond the Zero Energy requirements, The Greenhouse also utilises smart Facilities Management to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of the building, such as through using building analytics for predictive maintenance. As an educational institution, EiM demonstrates strong commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and occupant well-being, and is a good example that other international institutions can look towards.”

With a keen focus on providing innovative educational exposure for students to participate in sustainability solutioning to real-world issues, The Greenhouse features the following sustainable strategies:

  • Extensive renewable energy production: Architects have designed an eco-envelope consisting of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) to surround the building, maximising the total area of offsite solar panels within the campus. Innovative energy-generating kinetic floor tiles are also interfaced to a screen at the building entrance to show the amount of energy produced when students walk across them. Overall, the renewable energy generated for The Greenhouse achieves more than 100% energy savings and reduces about 216 tonnes of CO2 emission, the equivalent of powering 122 four-room HDB flats.
  • Superior energy efficiency: The building features light shafts and a central atrium to allow natural light and ventilation throughout the space, minimising the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning. The Greenhouse also uses highly energy-efficient technologies and Internet of Things (IoT) sensors linked to a Smart Digital Twin platform with Smart Facilities Management workflow automation to optimise building performance and reduce energy consumption.
  • Outstanding resource optimisation: To reduce carbon footprint, the building uses sustainable materials such as SGBP-certified[1] low-carbon concrete and recycled wood for interior design and furniture. To reduce water consumption, the building adopts efficient sanitary fittings and has a rainwater harvesting system that collects and recycles rainwater for irrigation.
  • Remarkable enhancements to promote Hw: The building ensures that occupants have convenient access to nature by incorporating greenery and natural elements throughout, spanning from the step atrium to the roof garden. To promote a healthy indoor environment conducive to learning, smart indoor air quality sensors are utilised to monitor and improve air quality.

EiM is also the first education player in Singapore to launch an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report for the second year running. This marks EiM’s commitment to developing, measuring, and maintaining sustainable practices within its schools and operations across the group. Five schools in the EiM family have now achieved green building certifications while significant progress to optimise ESG governance has also been made.

​EiM schools’ focus on sustainability and global citizenship has shaped its students and alumni’s paths to make the world a better, greener place. EiM will continue to be at the forefront of sustainability education in Singapore and will actively pursue initiatives to accelerate this shift.

Renders of the building can be found here.


[1] The Singapore Green Building Product (SGBP) scheme is a certification for green building products and materials.

Hashtag: #EducationinMotion

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About Education in Motion (“EiM”)

Education in Motion (“EiM”) is a growing family of premier education brands, comprising 13 schools in 9 cities and five countries including Singapore, China, South Korea, Indonesia, and Switzerland, as well as innovative platforms that provide creative education solutions. With a leading Singaporean institutional investor as a significant equity investor and its global headquarters in Singapore, EiM is value-aligned with Singapore’s Green Agenda and aspires to be the global leader in pioneering education for a sustainable future.

About Dulwich College (Singapore)

Dulwich College (Singapore) is a leading international school with a British independent school ethos, drawing upon the proud 400-year heritage, excellence, innovation and values of the founding school in London. Part of the Dulwich College International family of schools, Dulwich College (Singapore) has a global outlook and contemporary approach, reflecting the diversity of the students from 2 to 18 years. Dulwich College (Singapore) believes in nurturing global citizens and well-rounded future leaders who are equipped to create solutions to the world’s challenges. Students are encouraged to Live Worldwise – to make informed choices, take inspired action and create positive impact.