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Laos, Vietnam Restart USD 492M Potash Project in Khammouane

A USD 492 million potash mining and processing project in Khammouane is moving forward again after nearly a decade of delays, with production targeted for 2028. On 12 October, Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) held a ceremony in Nongbok District to mark the project’s restart. The planned processing plant is...

Laos Shifts Tourism Licensing Powers to Provincial, District Authorities

Laos is revising how tourism business licences are issued and enforced, dividing responsibilities among...

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...

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...

Iberian ham adds value in healthy sports diets to winter Olympic athletes

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 15 February 2022 - February has become a key month for winter sports enthusiasts. The 2022 Winter Olympics have officially...

Medriva™ COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test Kits to Launch at Mannings, Largest Pharmacy Chain in Hong Kong; Company to Donate $4 Million of Test Kits...

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 15 February 2022 - Medriva™ COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test Kits will be made available across Hong Kong through its partnership with...

Liaoto Chinese School to Construct New Building to Accommodate Thousands of Students in Laos

The Liaoto Chinese School has begun construction of a new school building in Vientiane Capital that will allow it to accommodate thousands of students. The...

Introducing Surface Laptop Studio – the most powerful business laptop built for Windows 11

Microsoft announces pre-orders of new Surface Laptop Studio starting 15 February in SingaporeSINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 15 February 2022 - Microsoft today announced that pre-orders...

Robert Parker Wine Advocate’s China: Fine Wine 2021 report Highlights Progressive Estates and Increased Diversity of Wines in Its Second Year

The comprehensive reviews of 171 wines from 27 producers include the first 95-pointer in the region, as well as strong representation in the sparkling...

FWD extends free special benefit to cover vaccination complications until 30 June 2022

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 15 February 2022 - FWD Insurance ("FWD") has extended the coverage period of its free special benefit against vaccination complications...