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Rakuten Symphony and F5 Accelerate Supply Chain Diversity With Availability of F5 Cloud-Native Solutions in Symworld™

  • F5 announces BIG-IP Next Cloud-Native Network Functions (CNF) for service providers migrating network services to the cloud or deploying 5G.
  • The new F5 CNFs will be globally available in the Rakuten Symphony Symworld marketplace.
  • Rakuten Mobile will also deploy the CNFs in its cloud-native 5G network deployment in Japan.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 April 2022 – Rakuten Symphony and F5 have announced they will bring F5’s new BIG-IP Next Cloud Native Network Functions (CNFs) to a global customer base through Rakuten Symphony’s SymworldTM marketplace. Representing the evolution of a longstanding relationship that began with F5 providing security functions to Rakuten Mobile, this collaboration aims to simplify the deployment of fully cloud-native security and networking functions for telecom operators.

F5 CNFs offer a rich set of capabilities, dynamic elasticity and scale, while supporting continuous deployment and automation, with a small footprint. Generally available later this year, the functions will include BIG-IP Next Edge Firewall CNF, BIG-IP Next Policy Enforcer CNF, BIG-IP Next DNS CNF, BIG-IP Next CGNAT CNF. They will support a variety of use cases that can be deployed in a simple and automated manner to secure and enhance 5G deployments.

Traditionally, the deployment of software applications in a mobile network requires manual testing and installation in a process that can last months, if not years. And, once in the network, lifecycle management of these applications can be slow and require substantial resources.

With the availability of F5 CNFs in the Symworld marketplace, Rakuten Symphony and F5 are working to accelerate and simplify this process for telecom operators through cloud-native functions and a delivery model that reduces application deployment from months and years to minutes and hours. This gives F5 quicker access to market and offers telecom operators a vastly improved network update cadence, critical for ensuring security.

F5’s BIG-IP Next CNFs will also be deployed by Rakuten Mobile in its 5G network in Japan. This deployment is the result of three years of collaboration between Rakuten and F5 that included the roll-out of the first end-to-end fully virtualized 4G network in the world. Together F5 and Rakuten leveraged that experience to simplify operations and strengthen security and traffic optimization for Rakuten Mobile’s cloud-native 5G deployment.

Tareq Amin, CEO of Rakuten Symphony, Inc., said: “F5 has been a key partner to Rakuten’s journey in becoming a mobile operator. We have actively collaborated on what needs to change in the industry for many years and I am more than excited to be able to announce that F5’s newly developed products will be deployed by Rakuten Mobile and offered through Symworld. In this day and age it is not acceptable for software delivery to be complicated and cumbersome in the telecom industry when it is not like this elsewhere in other industries. The simplicity delivered by this collaboration will enable faster deployment, more participation and more innovation in the industry.”

Ahmed Guetari, VP of Products for Service Providers at F5, said: “Once service providers can harness cloud-native technologies and the power of cloud operating models on their own terms, they will change their trajectory toward a bright future. We are, therefore, delighted to be working with Rakuten – one of the world’s most cloud-savvy and forward-thinking service providers – to integrate our new cloud-native software into both the Rakuten Mobile network in Japan and the Symworld marketplace. Together with Rakuten Symphony, we are looking forward to enabling service providers across the world to easily deploy F5’s expanding suite of cloud-native network functions to enrich and protect their 5G networks and offerings.”

The Symworld marketplace was created to simplify the process of telecom application onboarding and making approved applications generally available for all Symworld customers. The Symworld platform digitalizes all telecom processes for planning, deploying, securing, and monitoring the software in live telecom networks; and makes Symworld marketplace applications one-click away from deployment.

*Symworld is a trademark of Rakuten Symphony Singapore Pte. Ltd.

About F5

F5 (NASDAQ: ) is a multi-cloud application security and delivery company that enables our customers—which include the world’s largest enterprises, financial institutions, service providers, and governments—to bring extraordinary digital experiences to life. For more information, go to . You can also follow on Twitter or visit us on and for more information about F5, its partners, and technologies.

F5 and BIG-IP are trademarks, service marks, or tradenames of F5, Inc., in the U.S. and other countries. All other product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

About Rakuten Symphony

Rakuten Symphony is reimagining telecom, changing supply chain norms and disrupting outmoded thinking that threatens the industry’s pursuit of rapid innovation and growth. Based on proven modern infrastructure practices, its open interface platforms make it possible to launch and operate advanced mobile services in a fraction of the time and cost of conventional approaches, with no compromise to network quality or security. Rakuten Symphony has headquarters in Japan and local presence in the United States, Singapore, India, Europe and the Middle East Africa region.

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About Rakuten Mobile

Rakuten Mobile, Inc. is a Rakuten Group company responsible for mobile communications. As the fourth entrant to the mobile carrier business in Japan, Rakuten Mobile aims to redefine industry expectations and provide simple and easy-to-use mobile services through its innovative network technology.

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Colgate’s latest electric toothbrush launching first on Shopee is ‘Tailored for Your Smile’

Colgate is meeting the oral care needs of Gen Z and Millennial consumers and offering exclusive deals with its Super Brand Day campaign on Shopee Mall

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 April 2022 – Colgate, the global leader in oral care, collaborates with Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, to launch their new electric toothbrush that is ‘Tailored for Your Smile’. The electric toothbrush was developed based on the brand’s research into category and cultural trends to create product innovations that suit the lifestyle of modern consumers. It is only available online and in five markets — Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Philippines, and shoppers can look forward to special launch deals only on Colgate’s official store on Shopee Mall.

With 10 speed intensity and 4 different cleaning modes – squeaky clean, sparkle, gum care and night spa – Colgate’s new Electric Toothbrush allows users to personalize their brushing experience. From gentle gum care to sparkling deep clean, users will be able to find the brushing experience that is tailored just for them.

It also comes packed with smart features that provide real-time “coaching” for the best brushing experience, including its smart pressure sensor to remind users to apply less pressure when brushing their teeth, a quad pacer that pulses when it is time to change the brushing area, and a built-in timer of two minutes for optimal efficiency.

Yves Briantais, Vice President Marketing, Asia Pacific, Colgate-Palmolive said: “We are extremely happy and excited to launch Colgate’s first smart electric toothbrush on Shopee to help people in Singapore noticeably improve their oral health. With a large and fast-growing base of digital consumers in this region, we decided to adopt a digital-first approach aimed at reaching and serving them with an engaging and tailored online shopping experience. We hope to encourage consumers to upgrade from their trusty manual toothbrushes to one that can bring them a personalised brushing experience.”

Pavan Challa, Director, Regional Brand Partnerships, Shopee said, “In the past year, we are seeing more consumers shopping online for essential products, with 8 times more users shopping online at least once a month on Shopee Mall. We have been working with brands such as Colgate to expand our product variety to meet this increasing demand. With Oral Care as our fastest-growing subcategory, we are glad to be the exclusive e-commerce platform to bring Colgate’s innovative smart electric toothbrush to our shoppers. We will continue partnering with brands to offer shoppers access to greater convenience, variety and value all-year-round through Shopee Mall.”

Last year, Shopee and Colgate-Palmolive signed their first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly drive e-commerce penetration for the Personal Care category on Shopee in the region. It marked a key milestone in deepening collaboration on multiple fronts to accelerate growth of Colgate-Palmolive’s digital commerce business across Southeast Asia and Taiwan by more than 20x by 2025. Oral Care is the fastest-growing subcategory on Shopee, driven by increasing consumer demand for trusted brands and innovative products.

Starting this year, Colgate-Palmolive became a strategic partner under Shopee’s Regional Champion Brands Programme[1], which will help to strengthen Colgate-Palmolive’s online presence and deliver more of their innovative and high-quality products to millions of households through Shopee’s extensive reach.

‘Tailored For Your Smile’ Super Brand Day on 22 April

Shoppers can tune in to Shopee Live on 20 April at 6pm to find out more about this campaign, oral care habits, and Colgate’s Super Brand Day that will take place on Shopee on 22 April.

As part of Colgate’s Super Brand Day, shoppers can anticipate exciting deals on Colgate’s newest electric toothbrush ($149, U.P. $299.90), Super Brand Day-exclusive bundles, all-day $25 off vouchers, Slash & Snatch Deals of up to 60% off, and so much more. They will also receive a free Pristine Electronic Diffuser Bundle Gift Set worth $45.90 with a minimum spend of $78. Shoppers will also stand to win an OTO Galaxy Step worth $1,980 with every $45 spent on Colgate’s official store on Shopee.

Find out more about the Colgate Tailored For Your Smile campaign at (https://shopee.sg/m/colgate-super-brand-day-teaser).

Download the Shopee app for free on the App Store or Google Play Store.


[1] Regional Champion Brands Programme is an exclusive, by-invite only program open to top brand partners, aimed to better support brands in accelerating their growth on the regional and local levels.

About Colgate-Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, the Company sells its products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA Skin, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. The Company is recognized for its leadership and innovation in promoting environmental sustainability and community well-being, including its achievements in saving water, reducing waste, promoting recyclability and improving children’s oral health through its Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program, which has reached more than 1.3 billion children since 1991. For more information about Colgate’s global business and how the Company is building a future to smile about, visit .

About Shopee Mall
Shopee Mall is the region’s leading online mall offering one-stop access to a wide range of international and local brands and retailers. Shoppers can enjoy three guarantees delivered by Shopee Mall — 100% authentic products, free returns and free shipping. With always-on deals, entertainment and a robust loyalty programme, Shopee Mall offers an unparalleled online shopping experience and best value all year round. Shopee Premium was introduced in 2020 to add greater variety to Shopee Mall. Users can shop from a curated selection of premium fashion, beauty and lifestyle products from renowned luxury brands.

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World’s First Bespoke Jewellery Brand Experience Centre Opens in Ann Siang Road

  • Unprecedented insight into the process, design and craftsmanship that goes into every handcrafted creation
  • Elevated and amplified bespoke jewellery experience
  • Singapore’s only fine jewellery design house that specialises in coloured gems
  • Singapore’s first and only presence in the mines at Mahenge, Tanzania for ethical gem sourcing
  • Proudly supported by the Singapore Tourism Board


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 April 2022 – MADLY presents an amplified, elevated bespoke jewellery experience with their new Ann Siang Road Brand Experience Centre (BEC). The first of its kind in the world, the MADLY BEC charts the journey of a bespoke jewel straight from the source. Now, visitors can witness gems in their rough form at the mines and watch how a rough is slowly shaped and polished into the final gem, before partaking in the creative process themselves by sitting with a jewellery designer who can turn their mere musings into dream jewels.

From their inception in 2014, MADLY had always placed gem education and the bespoke process at the forefront of their experience. With their new BEC, it is taken to the next level. MADLY is not just a jeweller; a tour through their experience centre is both educational and experiential. When visitors pass through their doors, the first thing they’d be drawn to is the ‘Straight from the Source’ feature wall which transports them to the mines of Tanzania and Sri Lanka where MADLY has their local sourcing offices. Reach into the niche to touch a rough specimen and the corresponding educational video is activated while all the geographical areas where that gem is mined is highlighted. Walk further in and there’s even a hologram of a Tanzanite rough being chiselled to perfection by a fairy!

At the back of the store, visitors will see the ‘Virtual Lapidarist in Action’ that highlights the time and patience that each of their hand-cut, precision cut gems requires. Filmed in real time, this is the closest that a visitor will get to a live gem-cutting demonstration. Every facet is painstakingly grinded away, buffed and polished; angles measured to ensure maximum light dispersion for each piece of rough material.

This brings the visitor seamlessly to the ‘Rough to Cut’ gem wall where various types of coloured gemstones are displayed. From the famous ‘Big Three’ Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald, to Spinel, Tanzanite, Garnet, Topaz and Tourmaline, and even a special section of ‘Phenomenal’ gems which change colour and display chatoyancy or asterism.

After leaving radio last year, ex-DJ and MADLY Founder, Maddy Barber has been stoked for the opening of MADLY’s second location. “The Brand Experience Centre plays such an important role in Singapore’s jewellery scene by influencing how we appreciate coloured gemstones. Exposing the ‘unglamorous’ side of fine jewellery allows us to truly appreciate the beauty of Mother Nature, and the hard work, creativity and artistry that Man uses to unlock each jewel’s potential. Special thanks to the Singapore Tourism Board for making this dream possible,” says Maddy Barber.

About MADLY

Founded in 2014, MADLY aimed to disrupt Singapore’s Diamond-centric jewellery industry by sharing the beauty and knowledge of the finest 0.1% of coloured gemstones, while creating jewellery that is madly meaningful. Their bespoke, coloured gemstone pieces are made individually for each client; designed with bright, vivid colours to celebrate an occasion, crafted with all their tiniest quirks in mind and made to last generations. Each unique MADLY creation is an expression of the client and their loved ones, handcrafted in 18K Gold and forged by the hands of master craftsmen. Today, with their own sourcing offices, the strongest team of jewellery designers, GIA graduates, and even an in-house lapidarist, MADLY is well on their way to achieving that goal.

The MADLY Brand Experience Centre is located at 13 Ann Siang Road Singapore 069693 and is open to the public from 10.30am to 5.30pm, daily.

To make an appointment, please email , call +65 6650 1544 or Whatsapp +65 9001 2963.

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Tian Yuan Xiang Launches Chicken Essence For Better Sleep

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 April 2022 – Tian Yuan Xiang, one of the top drip chicken essence brands in Singapore, is pleased to announce that they have launched a new product to their chicken essence series: Chicken Essence For Sleep And Bone Optimising. As the name suggests, this chicken essence helps with sleep regulation and strengthens bones.

This chicken essence contains a variety of seven, carefully selected herbs that help boost energy levels during the day and promote better, more peaceful sleep at night. One of its key ingredients, Ophiopogonis Radix, can help with fluid secretion to help moisturise dry and heaty bodies.

Moreover, it can calm the consumer’s mood and thoughts to reduce distraction and help people who are irritable and stressed to get better sleep. Thanks to proper sleep, this helps energise the person in the morning.

The Rehmanniae Radix helps reduce body temperature and cool down the blood. It also increases body fluid and satisfies the thirst. Commonly used as a tocolytic herb in traditional Chinese medicine, the Rehmanniae Radix can help pregnant women relieve body heat and thirst. It also helps regulate sleep, so that the embryo can develop safely in the mother’s belly.

Aside from helping with sleep, this chicken essence also contains herbs that can help boost bone strength. This is because this chicken essence has Fructus Ligustri Lucidi, which can increase bone mineral density for stronger bones. Moreover, this herb also plays a beneficial role in improving bone mechanical properties for better joint movement and protecting our organs.

This particular chicken essence is recommended for all ages regarding daily nutritional maintenance. It’s also ideal for working adults who need the proper mental faculties and energy to go about a hectic schedule while also improving the quality of their sleep at night. Pregnant women and the elderly are also suited to supplement their diet with this product.

Tian Yuan Xiang offers a variety of high-quality, double-boiled chicken essence that consists of different herbs catering to various groups of people. One example would be the essence of chicken with cordyceps, which is also beneficial for raising energy levels. For more information on Tian Yuan Xiang’s range of products, visit https://www.qchicken.com.sg/ for more information.

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Aura FAT Projects Acquisition Corp Successfully closes US$115m SPAC initial public offering on the Nasdaq as it ramps up investments in Asia

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 19 April 2022 – Aura FAT Projects Acquisition Corp (NASDAQ: AFAR),a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) focused on funding emerging technology start-ups with an acute growth potential in Southeast Asia and Australasia, are pleased to announce the successful close of its initial public offering (“IPO“) of US$100,000,000, consisting of 10,000,000 units priced at US$10.00 per share on the Nasdaq Global Market (“Nasdaq“). An over allotment option on a further 1,500,000 units for a further US$15,000,000 has been fully exercised. The units have been available for trading under the ticker symbol, “AFARU” since Wednesday 13 April 2022. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant entitling the holder thereof to purchase one Class A ordinary share at a price of $11.50 per share. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to be listed on Nasdaq under the symbols “AFAR” and “AFARW”, respectively.

AFAR is a blank check company incorporated as a Cayman Islands exempted company for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination. The Company has an avid interest in new emerging technology companies with an acute growth potential in Southeast Asia and Australasia in sectors such as the Web3, blockchain, cryptocurrency, digital ledger, e-gaming and other new financial technology and services industries.

With operations in Singapore, Sydney, Melbourne, Manila and Ho Chi Minh City, AFAR is moving fast in its mission to illuminate the growing innovation in neighbouring countries beyond China. It intends to bridge the start-up funding gap by leveraging on the financial expertise of its co-sponsors, Aura Group and Fat Projects, and a robust ecosystem of quality companies that are ideal for a business combination. Coupled with leadership teams that have extensive experience founding and exiting businesses in Southeast Asia and Australia, AFAR is well-positioned to identify the next generation of technology disruptors and propel their success.

EF Hutton, division of Benchmark Investments, LLC, is acting as the sole book running manager for the IPO. The Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,500,000 units at the initial public offering price to cover over-allotments. This offering closed earlier than expected on Monday 18 April 2022, as all the over-allotments have been fully exercised.

Not only will capital from the SPAC listing facilitate strategic mergers and acquisitions with new emerging technology companies, AFAR also intends to target companies that boast a strong executive team with the experience, network and ‘know how’ to accelerate their growth.

Commenting on the offering, Mr David Andrada, Co-Founder of Fat Projects said, “We are extremely excited to be collaborating with Aura Group to launch our second Nasdaq SPAC listing. Collectively, the 2 co-sponsor teams have over 200 years of experience investing in innovative technologies and also boasts a strong track record in identifying quality and reputable companies. We are confident that through our networks, we will be able to identify the right company that aligns with our values for a SPAC business combination.”

Commenting on the IPO, Mr Calvin Ng, Co-Founder of Aura Group commented, “Southeast Asian economies are among some of the fastest growing in the world, with several at the forefront of the digital revolution. This is predominantly why AFAR is honing in its search for a target acquisition in this region. Our SPAC listing allows us to be well positioned to help high potential technology companies who are in need for liquidity and funding to grow.”

About Aura FAT Projects Acquisition Corp

Aura FAT Projects Acquisition Corp, registered in Cayman Islands, is a US$115m SPAC listed on the NASDAQ Global Market. While it will not be limited to a particular industry or geographic region, the Company intends to focus its search on new emerging technology companies with an acute growth potential in Southeast Asia and Australasia in sectors such as the Web 3.0, blockchain, cryptocurrency, digital ledger, e-gaming and other new financial technology and services sectors.

Aura FAT Projects Acquisition Corp brings together co-sponsors Aura Group, a financial services firm providing tailored wealth, funds management and corporate advisory solutions to clients, and Fat Projects, a dynamic team of entrepreneurs and investors with SPAC expertise. Both co-sponsors have significant technology investments, operational, mergers and acquisitions and public company experience, and a compelling track record of value creation.

Aura Group’s and Fat Projects’ vision is to be the regional leader in the SPAC asset class and serialise SPAC ventures by providing growth capital and network access to some of the most promising technology-enabled companies in Asia Pacific, specifically the Southeast Asia and Australasia corridors.

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The information contained in this Press Release should not be relied on as any representation or warranty by Aura FAT Projects Acquisition Corp. This Press Release may contain forward-looking statements that involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties. Actual future performance, outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements as a result of a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which reflect the Company’s current views concerning future events. Certain of the information presented in this news release is historical information. The Group’s past performance is not indicative of its future performance.

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South Korea’s K-Startup Grand Challenge 2022 to accept applications from April 15th

Korean government-sponsored program encourages wider participation this year, with top grants worth $320,000

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach – 18 April 2022 South Korea is one of the most thriving economy in Asia. The country is home to global corporates like LG, Samsung, and Hyundai and is a breeding ground for innovative startups, entrepreneurship, and technology. Every year, South Korea opens its doors, inviting global startups and entrepreneurs to develop and grow their businesses in the region.

Korean government’s accelerator program K-Startup Grand Challenge (KSGC), supported by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) and organized by the National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA), is all set to invite applications from world entrepreneurs for its 2022 chapter.

The startup accelerator program, launched in 2016, supports foreign startups that want to enter the Korean market and further explore the international markets. Over the years, the program has supported startups and businesses that have succeeded in multiple fields globally like Artificial Intelligence, fintech, logistics, biotechnology, robotics, game development, IoT, e-commerce, etc.

The participating startups have come from various countries across Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. The ultimate goal of KSGC is to promote the expansion of open entrepreneurship in Asia and assist in South Korea’s evolution as a prominent business hub in the region.

K-Startup Grand Challenge 2022 will start accepting applications for its 3.5 month-long all-expenses-paid program from April 15th. This year the program promises to be better with wider participation from across the business world. KSGC 2022 will be held from August 1st to November 15th, 2022, at the world-class Startup Campus in Pangyo Techno Valley. Sixty startups will be selected to participate in the program.

For 2022, the top ten performing teams will get monetary grants worth $320,000. Also, the top thirty startups will get further assistance to expand business in Korea.

The Selection Process and the KSGC 2022 Program

The application and promotion of the K-Startup Grand Challenge 2022 are starting on April 15th, with the last date for submitting applications being May 31st, 2022. An expert panel of judges will then review the applications, and the global audition process for the top 60 teams will be held from June 20th to 24th, 2022, with the result announcement on June 30th

Who can apply?

● Startups less than 7 years old or Pre-entrepreneur whose representative holds a foreign nationality.

● Promising startups with a clear objective to expand into Asia by using the Korean market as a stepping stone.

The 60 selected teams will participate in the accelerator program from August 1st to November 15th, 2022. Each of the 60 teams will receive $11,136 to cover living expenses for the 3.5 months.

At the end of the 3.5 months accelerator period, a demo day will be held where the top 10 teams will get prizes and after the demo day top 30 teams will get settlement supporting fee of $11,136 through a settlement program. The settlement program will be from January 15th to June 30th, 2023.

Benefits for the startups at a glance

Networking and Expert support: Mentoring & information sessions, coaching on Korean and Asian business culture, and seminars on topics like patents, accounting regulations, tax laws, and more.

Financial support: Living expenses worth $11,136 and further financial assistance for top performers.

Additional Investments: The accelerators may make equity investments in the most promising startups. Startups may have access to other VCs and investors who may choose to invest.

Break into Asia & Corporate Partnerships: The startups can meet Korea’s top tech companies with expertise ranging from smartphones to semiconductors. Also, easy access to other Asian countries.

Access to State-of-Art Resources: The teams get to stay and work at a global startup campus in Pangyo, strategically located in the south of Seoul. The startups get access to world-class prototyping, testing facilities, and expert support.

Administrative support & Visa acquisition: NIPA and the team of the program make sure the visa process is smooth and timely. The startups will have access to administrative support, translation service, and interpretation to make work convenient and productive while in Korea.

For further information and the application for K-Startup Grand Challenge, visit the website – https://www.k-startupgc.org/ and check the Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/kstartupgc) and the LinkedIn page (https://www.linkedin.com/company/kstartupgc) for more information and further updates.

Laos Confirms 312 New Cases of Covid-19

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Laos has recorded 312 cases of Covid-19 across the country today.

Health Officials Warn of Covid-19 Surge after Lao New Year 

Lao New Year in Luang Prabang (Photo: Jason Rolan).

The Covid Taskforce has warned that residents should test for Covid-19 infection following Lao New Year celebrations.