Business

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...

BEAM Plus Data Centres Assessment Tool Advocates Sustainable Development

Tailored for the assessment and improvement of energy efficiency and green performance of data centresHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach - 9 September 2021 – BEAM Society...

Chinachem Group and HKSTP Select 10 Tech Ventures in Pilot-first Accelerator to Test Drive Proptech Innovations at Central Market

“CCG Accel – Powered by HKSTP” is a pioneering programme to help tech ventures close the critical gap between innovation and commercialisation and advance...

7-Eleven launches Plant-Based HOTSHOT counters for tasty meat-free meals on the go

Three specially selected HOTSHOT counters are going plant-based and offering meat-free breakfasts and meals for a limited-time only. All-new Korean and Taiwanese-inspired...

NCS makes triple acquisitions in Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia to boost digital capabilities and fuel growth across the region

ClayOPS, Velocity Business Solutions and Riley will join NCS NEXT to strengthen data analytics and cloud capabilities SINGAPORE - Media OutReach - 9 September 2021...

Arlo Introduces Newest Addition To Its Award-Winning Pro Series With Pro 4 Spotlight Camera

Latest Pro Series camera connects directly to Wi-Fi for even easier DIY setup with features including 2K HDR video quality and a 160-degree field...

Thai Logistics Startup Flash Express to Enter Laos

Thai logistics and e-commerce startup Flash Express is to enter Laos to develop the logistics industry. The company has partnered with AIF Group of Laos...