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Laos’s Credit Rating Upgraded After Bond Sale, Hong Kong Tax Pact

Laos has received a credit rating upgrade after issuing a USD 500 million international bond and signing a tax agreement with Hong Kong aimed at reducing costs for cross-border investors. On 29 October, S&P Global Ratings upgraded Laos’s long-term credit rating from CCC+ to B-, with a stable outlook, indicating...

Laos Eyes 500MW Renewable Electricity Export to Singapore

Laos is eyeing a major expansion of its clean energy exports following a proposed...

Laos Links South Korea Work Visas to Overstay Rates as Program Expands

Laos will suspend access to South Korea’s seasonal work program for 3 years if...

Laos Targets Faster Border Checks in USD 5 Million Trade Project

Laos is preparing local businesses for higher costs when selling goods abroad, as the...

Vientiane’s Shared E-Bikes Return Amid Parking, Licensing Concerns

Red electric bikes bearing the “Laos Shared E-Bike” logo have reappeared across Vientiane, raising...

Qualtrics Announces Significant Expansion Plans to Support Customer Growth Across Asia Pacific and Japan

Company to hire 1,200 employees across the region by 2024 5x expansion of APJ...

Samsung Introduces 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Series and Jet Bot+ with Clean Station™ for Smarter, Enhanced Living Experiences

New lifestyle appliances provide personalised and connected home experiences underpinned by Samsung’s innovative technologies SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 1 June 2021 - ...

AXA becomes the first insurer to offer VHIS product on HKTVmall

Customers can enjoy protection anytime, anywhere with premium discount up to 14.5% HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 1 June 2021 -...

Asian Productivity Organization: Reaffirming the Centrality of Productivity

TOKYO, JAPAN - Media OutReach - 1 June 2021 - Productivity came to prominence early, in 1776, when Adam Smith put it at center...

Jardine Engineering Corporation: Notice of Change in Chief Executive

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 1 June 2021 - The Jardine Engineering Corporation Limited ("JEC") today announces the following management...

M1’s Mega Sale Returns with Weekly Flash Deals & Exclusive Promotions in Singapore

M1's exclusive discounts and promotions ensure customers of all ages can get a head start on their Great Singapore Sale shopping spree. With free...