A senior South Korean official said on Wednesday that travelers from China will not be required to test for Covid-19 upon arrival beginning next month, but they will still be required to do pre-departure testing.
Deputy Prime Minister of Laos and Chair of the National Nutrition Committee, Dr. Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune chaired the Eighth National Nutrition Forum on Tuesday.
The Eighth National Nutrition Forum and Annual National Nutrition Committee Meeting 2022 assessed its progress in tackling malnutrition in Laos and nutrition priorities for 2023 between Government and Development Partners on Tuesday.
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 22 February 2023 – Japan National Tourism Organization Kuala Lumpur Office (JNTO KL) is delighted to share useful updates about Japan’s international airports, which are sure to delight Malaysians who are dreaming about traveling to Japan.
1) Tokyo’s Haneda Airport expands its leisure and business facilities with the new Haneda Airport Garden
Newly opened this 31 January is the Haneda Airport Garden in Tokyo, Japan. This complex consists of accommodation, retail spaces, bus terminal, spa and other facilities with a direct connection to Haneda Airport International Terminal. Two hotels, Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport and Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport with a total maximum capacity of 1717 rooms are available to meet the diverse needs of tourists and business travelers. On the top floor of the hotel is Izumi Tenku no Yu, a traditional Japanese onsen with natural hot spring waters, and views of both Mount Fuji and airplanes.
Haneda Airport Garden was designed with business in mind too, with MICE facilities, event halls and meeting rooms at the upcoming Belle Salle Haneda Airport. As for accessibility, the nearest station is Haneda Airport Terminal 3 Station on the Keikyu Line and Tokyo Monorail, alongside various bus routes that will connect travelers to and from other areas of Japan.
Haneda Airport (HND), also known as Tokyo International Airport, is the closest airport to Tokyo. Find out more about accessibility, services, facilities and more on JNTO’s website.
2) Kansai International Airport has unveiled a new domestic area in Terminal 1
The first stage of the Kansai International Airport’s renovation works has been completed. Located in Osaka, Japan, this gateway for international travelers has undergone a facelift to improve passengers’ experiences, and add more functional commercial spaces including 12 new shops and restaurants showcasing the best of Kansai.
This addition is especially beneficial for international travelers transiting to domestic flights, making layovers and transits convenient and comfortable. This refurbishment is part of the first phase of the airport’s renovation, with further improvements expected to be completed around spring 2025 to greet visitors for the World Expo 2025.
For accommodation, OMO Kansai Airport by Hoshino Resorts is a perfect choice. Opening in March 2023 with a total of 700 rooms, this new hotel is directly connected by rail to Kansai International Airport and Shin-Osaka Station. The hotel offers not only the convenience of a smooth check-in/check-out and airport shuttle bus but also has facilities that will make travel more special such as a sky-themed restaurant and rooftop bar overlooking Osaka Bay.
Serving the western area of Japan, Kansai International Airport (KIX) is a popular gateway for many travelers to Japan. Discover more about this airport via JNTO here.
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JNTO is a non-profit governmental organization of Japan and JNTO Kuala Lumpur’s office is involved in a variety of activities in Malaysia to promote and encourage tourists from Malaysia to consider Japan as a top destination in their travel plans. For more information, visit https://www.japan.travel/en/my/
A man waving the Lao flag on the peak of Nam Xay Viewpoint in Vang Vieng. (photo: Champa Meuang Lao)
Kiplinger, a Washington, D.C.-based publisher of business forecasts and personal finance advice, ranked Laos first in a list of 10 cheapest countries to visit in 2023.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 22 February 2023 – Sennheiser, the first choice for advanced audio technology that makes collaboration and learning easier,is pleased to announce its cooperation with Lumens® Digital Optics Inc. for the integration of its TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) microphone with Lumens’ USB PTZ cameras. The combined solution is set to deliver a leap forward in hybrid meetings, with remote delegates and satellite offices benefitting from a greatly enhanced experience.
The explosion in unified communications and video conferencing over the past three years has transformed the way teams connect. However, despite improvements in screen sharing, microphones and video capture technology, virtual guests still often feel disengaged from the physical meeting room.
Now, Lumens’ CamConnect software synchronizes with Sennheiser’s TCC 2’s patented automatic dynamic beamforming technology to enable the in-room PTZ camera to track the position of the live presenter. This means that remote delegates can immediately identify and engage with the speaker, rather than watch a wide-angle view of the entire room.
“We are very pleased that Lumens has added support for our TeamConnect Ceiling 2 microphone to their innovative CamConnect software,” said Charlie Jones, Global Alliance & Partnership Manager, Business Communication, Sennheiser. “It’s incredibly important for meeting attendees to have the ability to easily follow the conversation they are hearing through our best-in-class ceiling microphones like the TCC 2. When you combine the TCC 2’s dynamic beamforming technology with Lumens USB PTZ cameras you create a premium meeting experience that ensures everyone can be seen and heard.”
“This is an exciting proposition for the market that brings together two leaders in meeting room technology. By adding accurate voice-tracking to our HD and 4K PTZ cameras, we are delivering a new level of meeting experience that we expect to become the new standard in the industry,” commented Steven Liang, Head of Product Development at Lumens Digital Optics Inc.
Organizations that have already invested in Sennheiser’s TCC 2 microphones can now, and for a very low cost, enable automatic voice detection in a wide range of Lumens PTZ cameras. The technology can also be deployed in classrooms and lecture rooms where voice tracked cameras transform a static presentation into a truly televisual experience. The entire process is automated, delivering significant operational costs.
CamConnect software can be downloaded at no cost from the Lumens website. The application runs in a standard Windows environment and supports all Lumens USB PTZ cameras.
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About Sennheiser
We live and breathe audio. We are driven by the passion to create audio solutions that make a difference. Building the future of audio and bringing remarkable sound experiences to our customers – this is what the Sennheiser brand has represented for more than 75 years. While professional audio solutions such as microphones, meeting solutions, streaming technologies and monitoring systems are part of the business of Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG, the business with consumer devices such as headphones, soundbars and speech-enhanced hearables is operated by Sonova Holding AG under the license of Sennheiser.
Lumens® Digital Optics Inc., a Pegatron Group company, is a leader in optical products. Lumens’ product offerings include HD and 4K PTZ cameras, auto-tracking and auto-framing cameras, media processors, IP transmitters and decoders and document cameras. Founded in 1998, the company was created by a team with a deep technological heritage of image processing, video electronics, and optical technology. With the support of the Pegatron Group, Lumens is continuously improving product designs to be used in video studios, live events, classrooms, conference rooms, and for distance learning. For more information, visit Lumens website.
Bowtie helps Hongkongers to access quality private healthcare services
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 22 February 2023 – Hong Kong’s public health care system has always been top-of-mind for the city’s residents because of its lower cost, especially those seeing specialist doctors. However, given the shortage of specialist doctors, the waiting times for specialist doctors may go up to 4 years, as reported by Hospital Authority. In view of the overloaded public healthcare system, Bowtie is committed to helping Hongkongers gain access to quality private healthcare services.
Waiting time for specialist outpatient clinics and surgery is up to 4 years
In Hong Kong, the longest waiting time for Eye Specialists can be up to 224 weeks. For specialist care in Medicine, Surgery, Orthopaedics & Traumatology, and Psychiatry, the longest waiting time can run up to 122 weeks, 109 weeks, 99 weeks, and 94 weeks respectively.
Be known that the consequences of long waiting times can be severe. Longer waiting time for treatment could lead to a deterioration in treatment outcomes and reduced remission rates. For example, in the context of psychosis treatment, researchers from Centre for Health Economics at University of York have found that longer waiting time is significantly associated with a deterioration in patient outcomes for patients that are in early intervention in psychosis (EIP) care. The deteriorated condition of the patient while waiting is very likely to take longer to recover or will not be reversed at all after a certain amount of time has passed.
Government introduces VHIS to ease pressure on public healthcare system
For years now, the Hong Kong SAR Government has spared no effort to shorten the waiting times for patients to receive specialist care. In order to provide the public with an additional choice of using private healthcare services through hospital insurance and relieve the pressure on the public healthcare system in the long run, the Hong Kong SAR Government launched a government-regulated voluntary health insurance scheme, namely the VHIS, which combines the characteristics of private insurance with strong government regulation.
VHIS was officially implemented by the Health Bureau on 1 April 2019. Under the VHIS, consumers may choose to purchase Standard Plans as offered by the participating insurance companies. All VHIS Standard Plans must meet the benefit requirements prescribed by the scheme, including standardised policy terms and conditions, benefit coverage and benefit amounts.
Keeping premiums low by exempting intermediary commissions
Bowtie was established as Hong Kong’s first virtual insurer after having been approved by the Insurance Authority in December 2018. By harnessing the latest technology, Bowtie offers commission-free products without intermediaries and reduces operating costs. As a result, Bowtie can keep premiums at their lowest while offering the same level of protection, which explains why Bowtie VHIS Standard has the most competitive premium* in the city.
With the objective of providing a comprehensive healthcare experience to customers, this VHIS rider plan offers customers an affordable Full Reimbursement^ premium medical package, combined with wellness services of their own choice.
* According to the Health Bureau, Bowtie VHIS Standard plan for non-smoking insured aged 0 to 80 is the cheapest in the market, as of 20 March 2022,
^ Full reimbursement of selected medical package is subject to the annual benefit limit of VHIS Flexi Plans.
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About Bowtie
The Bowtie Life Insurance Company Limited is an authorised life insurance company and Hong Kong’s very first virtual insurer approved under the Fast Track pilot scheme. Through the use of modern technology and medical expertise, Bowtie offers a commission-free convenient online platform for customers to quote, apply and claim for health insurance plans certified by the Health Bureau under the Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme (VHIS).
In addition, Bowtie has also gone into everyday life by creating the One-stop Primary Care Centre Bowtie & JP Health and the Asian Health Hub Gobowtie. Bowtie is backed by Sun Life Financial, Mitsui & Co., Ltd and supported by leading international reinsurers.
Laos and Cambodia discussed undertaking a feasibility study on electricity transmission from Laos through Cambodia to Singapore during Cambodian PM Hun Sen’s visit to the country last week.
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