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Laos to Reopen Applications for Non-Bank Financial Institutions by End of 2026

The Lao central bank plans to resume accepting applications to establish new non-bank financial institutions by the end of 2026, after suspending new applications earlier this year to review and update licensing regulations. Visone Saysongkham, head of the non-bank financial institution supervision department at the Bank of the Lao PDR...

Khammouane Targets UNESCO Geopark Status to Boost Tourism

Khammouane is preparing a UNESCO bid for the Hinboun Geopark, hoping the international designation...

African Swine Fever Disrupts Pork Supplies, Beef Prices Rise in Vientiane

The pork shortage is putting pressure on Vientiane’s meat markets as African swine fever...

Lao Migrant Workers Send Home USD 500 Million in First Seven Months of 2026

Lao migrant workers sent an estimated USD 500.7 million back to Laos during the...

Laos, China Launch Digital Payment Link For Cross-Border Transactions

Laos and China have launched a new digital payment link that allows Chinese visitors...

New Compact Electronic Rotary Latch from Southco Offers High-Strength Security in A Small Package

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 23 February 2023 - Southco Asia Ltd., a subsidiary of Southco Inc., a leading global provider...

Workato Announces New Executive Leadership Appointments

Workato elevates its homegrown leaders to strengthen focus on scaling business in Asia Pacific and Japan SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 23...

7 essential cybersecurity tips for international travel

Cybersecurity measures should be on top of the what-to-bring-with-you list when preparing for travel, either for business or for tourism. OctaFX security experts give...

MQDC Unveils Cloud 11 as Asia’s Largest Hub for Content Creators with “Empowering Creators” Concept

MQDC is developing South Sukhumvit (Onnut – Udomsuk – Bang Na) as an Innovation District for...

Anil Wadhwani Joins Prudential Plc as Chief Executive

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 23 February 2023 - As previously announced on 25 May 2022, Anil Wadhwani will join...

Hilton Leads the Way in Infusing Wellness into MICE Events

From Meditation to Movement, Hilton Paves the Way for a More Mindful FuturePUTRAJAYA, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach - 22 February 2023 - Following...