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OZO HOTELS x GREYHOUND ORIGINAL: OZO Unveils Chic New Uniforms with Uniquely Playful Twist in Collaboration with GREYHOUND ORIGINAL

OZO also Partners with Other Thai Brands to Redefine Joy in the Hotel Experience


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – OZO, the fun and vibrant concept hotel brand managed by ONYX Hospitality Group, is ready to provide unlimited happiness and smiles with its refreshed and brighter look. OZO is thrilled to unveil chic new staff uniforms through a special collaboration project, OZO HOTELS x GREYHOUND ORIGINAL, breaking all the stereotypes of traditional uniforms. Additionally, OZO plans to enhance its vibrancy by partnering with other Thai lifestyle brands, creating unique experiences and moments that bring smiles to every guest.

OZO HOTELS x GREYHOUND ORIGINAL: OZO Unveils Chic New Uniforms with Uniquely Playful Twist in Collaboration with GREYHOUND ORIGINAL
OZO HOTELS x GREYHOUND ORIGINAL: OZO Unveils Chic New Uniforms with Uniquely Playful Twist in Collaboration with GREYHOUND ORIGINAL

For over a decade, OZO has been committed to providing happiness and vibrant fun to its guests, since opening its first branch on Koh Samui. OZO caters to everyone’s unique needs for fun with its simple yet bright design and convenient locations, connected to major tourist attractions. These features allow guests to engage in a variety of activities, meeting every lifestyle need and creating lasting impressions, ensuring OZO is a top option for accommodation, to suit a range of travellers.

Today, the OZO brand is unveiling a vibrant new look under the concept of ‘Unpack. Good. Vibes.‘ This refreshed design and decor cater to practical needs while infusing fun into every detail, creating an atmosphere that feels like a playground where guests can fully express themselves. The OZO brand is prepared to spark happiness under three main ideas: ensuring guests enjoy a restful night’s sleep, quickly connecting them to the world of technology, and inspiring them to find their unique happiness. Through these brand promises, every day at OZO promises a good time.

Yuthachai Charanachitta, CEO of ONYX Hospitality Group, which manages the OZO hotel brand, said that “OZO’s highlight lies in its strategic locations and unwavering focus on the guest experience. We continuously strive to elevate and enhance this aspect. The launch not only unveils a brighter and more lively atmosphere but also emphasises services unique to the OZO brand. Through OZO, we are committed to ensuring every guest has the best and most enjoyably memorable experience on every trip.”

In addition to the new vibrant decorations, the re-launch of OZO introduces new employee uniforms that vividly reflect the brand’s character. These uniforms convey the bright, fun essence of the OZO brand through a special collaboration with Thailand’s leading fashion brand, OZO HOTELS x GREYHOUND ORIGINAL, designed by Bordin Aphimarn himself. The new uniform design, combining the cheerfulness of the OZO brand with GREYHOUND ORIGINAL’s design features, has resulted in a very chic uniform that breaks all the rules of traditional hotel uniforms. The new employee uniform will be a key element in emphasising the brand’s character. By having hotel employees wear fun uniforms and serve guests with the spirit of the OZO brand, the aim is to enhance the blissful experience for every guest.

“OZO can indeed be described as a Lifestyle Hotel, as it consistently thinks outside the box. Its collaboration with GREYHOUND ORIGINAL, a renowned Thai fashion brand with similar personalities and viewpoints, not only creates a clear brand image for OZO but also strengthens both brands. This collaboration allows them to reach a wider target audience. The new staff uniform designed by GREYHOUND ORIGINAL for OZO perfectly embodies the fun essence of OZO’s ‘Unpack. Good. Vibes.‘ concept. As guests arrive and see employees wearing these colourful uniforms, it immediately creates a fun and energetic atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. This emphasis on creativity and brightness underscores OZO’s identity as a brand that thinks outside the box, setting it apart from others in the industry,” said Yuthachai.

The newly designed uniform seamlessly blends the fashion style of GREYHOUND ORIGINAL with the personality and unique colours of OZO, effectively reflecting the brand DNA. The new uniform design also prioritises practicality, ensuring suitability for various functions within the hotel, including management, reception, housekeeping, and technical staff.

Bordin Aphimarn, the uniform designer representing GREYHOUND ORIGINAL, discusses the design process for OZO’s employee uniforms, stating, “This uniform design merges the shared brand characteristics of OZO and GREYHOUND, such as being lifestyle brands with a cool edge. It combines these similarities with differences in specific dimensions, like the bright colours of the OZO brand, to create new chemistry. The result is something different yet still distinctly OZO—a fun brand full of positive energy, brightness, and surprises, in line with the ‘Unpack. Good. Vibes.‘ concept.”

“OZO’s strong identity and clear needs from the outset made the design process very smooth. There may have been initial hesitation about using bright colours as they are not typical of GREYHOUND’s style. However, incorporating fresh colours that truly reflect OZO’s character finally resulted in a uniform that now exudes a sense of joyfulness and modernity. In terms of style, we focused on an oversized design to create a relaxed look that conveys the message that OZO is a hotel brand that thinks outside the box. Additionally, the uniforms are designed to be unisex, ensuring that employees of all genders, ages, and body types can wear them and look good, cool, and be flexible in their work. The uniforms are made from a blend of cotton and polyester, making them durable, wrinkle-resistant, and breathable. This makes them suitable for regular use and comfortable to wear in hot weather zones or locations near the sea.”

In addition to the OZO HOTEL x GREYHOUND ORIGINAL project, ONYX Hospitality Group plans to collaborate with many leading Thai brands to further enhance the OZO brand. One of these collaborations is with Guss Damn Good, a premium ice cream brand loved by ice cream enthusiasts. The brands have collaborated to create two unique ice cream flavours for the OZO brand: Good Vibes and Cheat Day. These flavours promise freshness in the OZO style right from the first bite, using the concept of ‘Unpack. Good. Vibes.‘ in their creation. For example, the Good Vibes flavour takes the refreshing taste of popular tropical fruits like watermelon and creates a sorbet that is light, delicious, and conveys Good Vibes in every bite. Cheat Day, on the other hand, is Banoffee ice cream that hides a fun surprise in each mouthful.

These two ice cream flavours will be available soon in all Guss Damn Good stores, as well as in all three OZO hotels in Thailand: OZO North Pattaya, OZO Chaweng Samui, and OZO Phuket. Additionally, ice cream lovers can enjoy seven other popular flavours of Guss Damn Good’s original ice cream at these locations.

“We aim to create a distinct brand personality and culture, which OZO has further emphasised through collaborations with other Thai lifestyle brands in the form of collaborative marketing. There is an abundance of excellent design work stemming from the skills of many Thai individuals who deserve to be recognised and supported. In the future, we may explore collaborations with specific brands to develop products related to beach lifestyle and marine activities. This direction aligns with the fact that many locations of OZO hotels are renowned for their beaches, including Pattaya, Samui, and Phuket.”

“Promoting Thai products is also of high importance. Thai artists have high skills and potential, as mentioned above. But it must be done gradually to ensure partnerships are authentic and create natural synergy with the OZO identity,” said Yuthachai, expressing his intentions. He envisions that each future collaboration will enable Thai brands, including the OZO brand, to grow collectively and achieve new heights beyond previous accomplishments.

OZO aims for every guest to experience a vibrant energy that is full of fun and liveliness. This is achieved through various functions, both in the rooms and in the hotel’s facilities, that prioritise comfort, practicality in real-life usage, and responsiveness to every need. With these offerings, OZO has established itself as a brand with a distinct character, setting it apart from its competitors and bringing smiles wider than ever before. The ultimate goal is to become the top-quality hotel brand in Asia.

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About ONYX Hospitality Group

ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in Southeast Asia’s hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers in Southeast Asia where their expertise lies. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food and beverage. With over five decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.

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France, European Union Inject Major Funding into Heritage, Agriculture,Tax Systems in Laos

France, European Union Inject Major Funding into Heritage, Agriculture,Tax Systems in Laos
Deputy Minister Phonevanh Outhavong, French Ambassador to Laos Madam Siv-Leng Chhuor, and Jean-Pierre Marcelli, Regional Director for Agence Française de Développement (AFD) (photo supplied)

The Ministry of Planning and Investment hosted the official launch of additional funding totaling EUR 13.6 million (USD 14.5 million) for three significant projects funded by the French Embassy and the European Union (EU) in Laos on 13 June.

The event was chaired by Minister Phet Phomphiphak, Deputy Minister Phonevanh Outhavong, French Ambassador to Laos Madam Siv-Leng Chhuor, and Jean-Pierre Marcelli, Regional Director for Agence Française de Développement (AFD) in Southeast Asia.

Of the EUR 13.6 million (USD 14.5 million), EUR 5 million (USD 5.36 million) will be allocated to preserving the Vat Phou Champasack World Heritage Site and revitalizing the old town of Savannakhet. These efforts aim to enhance tourism and improve the living conditions of local residents.

An additional EUR 8 million, co-financed by the EU, will support existing AFD projects focused on the coffee and tea sectors in Northern Laos. This initiative aims to promote agro-ecological community-based actions and develop climate-resilient and inclusive value chains with a gender and human rights-based approach.

Furthermore, EUR 600,000 (USD 643,656) will be dedicated to providing technical assistance through Expertise France. This will support the rationalization of tax expenditures related to concession agreements, helping Laos analyze new concession agreements for local and foreign direct investment projects. The goal is to establish a coordination mechanism between all concerned authorities, ultimately providing more sustainable resources for the Lao Government to implement its National Socio-Economic Development plans.

The launch ceremony coincided with Jean-Pierre Marcelli’s two-day mission to Vientiane on 13 to 14 June. During his visit, Marcelli met with high-ranking officials from several ministries and key development partners, including the Ministry of Planning and Investment, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Energy and Mines, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the World Bank, and the Asian Development Bank. Discussions focused on the challenges and priorities for development cooperation in Laos.

This event also marked the 30th anniversary of AFD’s presence in Laos, with a celebratory ceremony planned for the end of 2024.

“It is a great pleasure for me to witness the launch of these three new projects supported by the AFD Group,” said Siv-Leng Chhuor, Ambassador of France to Laos. “France, as a long and lasting partner of Laos, remains committed to further strengthen cooperation through various French cooperation actors. The sizable amount of additional funds approved by AFD and by the EU through AFD to enhance quality development in the coffee and tea sectors, preserve cultural heritage and support sustainable domestic revenues illustrates this commitment.”

These new initiatives highlight the continued dedication to fostering economic growth, enhancing community well-being, and addressing environmental challenges.

Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad Appoints Angeline-Ong Su Ming as Independent Non-Executive Director


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad has appointed Angeline-Ong Su Ming as its Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 4 June 2024.

Angeline-Ong Su Ming, Independent Non-Executive Director of Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad
Angeline-Ong Su Ming, Independent Non-Executive Director of Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad

A seasoned banker with 24 years of experience in wholesale banking, Angeline-Ong brings with her, vast experience and expertise in corporate finance, market risk management, derivative sales and structuring, and liquidity management.

Prior to this, Angeline-Ong had a successful career with Citigroup spanning nearly two decades. During her tenure, she held several leadership roles, including Head of Corporate Sales and Structuring for Citibank Berhad in Malaysia, as well as Asia Head of Derivative Sales and Structuring, Asia Pacific Head of Liquidity and Investments, Client Solutions for Treasury and Trade Solutions for Citicorp Investment Bank (Singapore) Limited.

Angeline-Ong holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Financial Analysis from The University of Warwick and a Master of Science in Financial Engineering and Quantitative Analysis from The University of Reading, United Kingdom. She is also a Chartered Financial Analyst.

Hashtag: #Kenanga

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Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (197301002193 (15678-H))

Established for over 50 years, Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad (“The Group“) is a financial group in Malaysia with extensive experience in equity broking, investment banking, treasury, Islamic banking, listed derivatives, investment management, wealth management, structured lending and trade financing.

An innovative and established home-grown brand, the Group’s digital ambition includes building a robust digital ecosystem that meets the needs of its clients and businesses. Some of its game-changing products include Malaysia’s fully online digital stockbroking platform Rakuten Trade and a fully A.I. robo-advisor, Kenanga Digital Investing. The Group also launched Malaysia’s first securities broking e-wallet, Kenanga Money, paved the way in AI-led Quan and algorithmic trading, kick-started a revolutionary supply chain financing solution for SMEs and made inroads into the digital assets space through its investment in Tokenize Technology (M) Sdn.Bhd.

The Group has garnered a host of awards and accolades reflecting its strong market position. It was awarded Highest Returns to Shareholder Over Three Years, Highest Growth in Profit After Tax Over Three Years and Highest Return on Equity Over Three Years by The Edge Malaysia Centurion Club in the Financial Services Category, Best Overall Equities Participating Organisation (Champion), Best Retail Equities Participating Organisation (Champion), and Best Online Retail Participating Organisation (Champion), as well as Best Institutional Derivatives Trading Participant (Champion) and Best Overall Derivatives Trading Participant (1st Runner Up) in the Bursa Excellence Awards 2022. The Group was also accorded the title of Best House, South and Southeast Asia Award in the SRP Asia Pacific Awards 2022.

The Group continues to be a regular and repeat recipient of distinguished industry accolades, such as the Lipper, Fundsupermart and Morningstar awards. Rakuten Trade, Malaysia’s first fully digital securities broker in 2017 via a joint venture with Japanese fintech giant Rakuten Securities Inc was also named Malaysia’s Digital Experience of the Year – Brokerage at the Asian Experience Awards 2022. For its continued efforts towards community outreach and employee volunteerism, the Group was awarded the coveted Bank of the Year Award for Environmental, Social & Governance Excellence, as well as Long-Standing Excellence in Sustainability at Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2022. The Group is also a Participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principle-based approach to responsible business.

Today, Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad is an award-winning leading independent investment bank in the country with a continuous commitment towards driving collaboration, innovation, digitalisation and sustainability in the marketplace.

This Press Release was issued by Kenanga Group’s Marketing, Communications & Sustainability Department.

Bigo Live Supports Children Education Through CSR Effort “Live for Children”


HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – BIGO Live, a global leader for social livestreaming platforms in Vietnam, held a seven day online broadcasting campaign, Solar Gate– Live for Children to raise funds for Làng Thiếu Niên Thủ Đức.

Solar Gate

Thủ Đức offers orphans from birth to sixteen years old care, love, and education. The organization works to create a safe and nurturing environment, uplifting them from their previous difficult situations, aiding them on a journey of learning and growth.

From 1 June to 7 June , users and families donated to this meaningful campaign. The donations were used to purchase stationary, books, and supplies for an in-person event held on 13 June. The Vietnam Bigo Live team showed their support by organizing a fun-filled event for 50 children, ages 5-17. The team prepared 153 gift bags with stationary and snacks for the attending children and Thủ Đức’s greater community.

Some of the top campaign broadcasters joined in the playfulness of the offline event. Loy (Bigo ID: loykobao) and Annie (Bigo ID annie999) from the Ko Bao Family and Tracy (Bigo ID Tracycutie99), Trâm (Bigo ID Tramiuu), and (Bigo ID nothin_14) from the Huyen Thoai Family attended the event and played games alongside local Bigo staff and the children.

In the same “Live for Children” campaign last year for International Children’s Day, Bigo Live Vietnam raised around 600USD. This June during the second annual campaign, Bigo collected an astounding 1500USD in donations. Bigo Live aims to continue growing this campaign each year.

Hashtag: #BigoLive



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BIGO Live

Bigo Live, the leading global live-streaming platform, was launched in 2016 and now reaches 400M users across 150 countries. Bigo Live empowers individuals including musicians, artists, gamers, and content creators to showcase their talents. The dynamic community allows people to share, discover, and engage with content that interests them.

5-Year-Old Boy Unveils MonstroJ: Celebrating Diversity and Inspiring Community through Monster Art Education


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – MonstroJ, a groundbreaking new brand inspired by the imaginative drawings of 5-year-old boy J, is officially launched in Singapore. With a collection of more than 1000 unique monster characters, MonstroJ traces its origin to how J started his love of drawing monster characters at tender age of 3. MonstroJ is dedicated to opening the door to a realm of endless possibilities, celebrating the individuality of each child and encouraging them to embrace everyone’s differences.

Today, MonstroJ would like to share 500 monster creations with everyone. J believes in his dream world of unique monsters and doesn’t stop creating every day. The brand is dedicated to promoting awareness and cultural appreciation, aims to celebrate the uniqueness and diversity of each monster character. This initiative reflects the limitless creativity that J brings to every monster drawing. MonstroJ also promotes educational initiatives and strengthens community engagement through user-generated content and events for sharing experiences.

Where every dream unleashes a unique monster! Each of these monsters represents a unique story on its own. J’s mother actively contributes to bringing these creatures to life by animating his favourite monsters. She surprises J with these animated marvels as a reward for his good behaviour, sparking joy and anticipation in him each day. This encourages J to continue his efforts to be well-behaved, eagerly waiting for each new monster animation every day.

To provide a structured environment where his creativity could flourish more, J’s mother also takes him to character drawing classes weekly. This represents a mother’s unwavering support for her son’s artwork as she believes that every child’s dreams & passion should not be ignored. “J demonstrates remarkable enthusiasm & dedication as a student, inspiring young minds with great passion and creativity. MonstroJ stands as a testament to limitless imagination of a child, encouraging young artists to unleash their creative imaginations & messaging through the medium of art and drawing.” – Mr. Silver Chia, Founder/MD of Ink Fusion Singapore.

In summary, MonstroJ is more than just a brand; it’s a beacon of hope and inspiration. J’s mother’s dedication is also a reminder that parents go to great lengths to support their child’s dreams. She hopes that MonstroJ will not only bring joy and purpose to J’s creativity, but also raise awareness among other children and to provide an educational purpose. The brand also serves as a trusted companion, fostering positive parent-child bonding and holistic growth through play.

As MonstroJ launches, J’s mother hopes to collaborate with educational institutions, parenting organizations, or brands that value J’s creativity and belief. Support MonstroJ and be part of a community that values and embraces every unique individual.

For more content, join the MonstroJ Community, Follow, Like, and Share!

Hashtag: #MonstroJ #UniqueMonsters #DreamBig #KidsCreativity #CelebrateIndividuality #monstrojworld #magicofimagination #monstroj_ #monstrojadventures #childcreator #loveformonsters #imaginebelievecreate #doodleart #monstrojart #monstrojcreation #drawwithmonstroj #monstrojcommunity #createwithmonstroj #monsterart #cutemonster #youngartist #supportyoungartist #celebrateuniqueness #cooltobedifferent #tiktok #youarespecial #exploreimagination


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FlexEnable makes a historic breakthrough in bringing disruptive flexible display technology to mass market with customer shipments now underway


CAMBRIDGE, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2024 – FlexEnable, the leader in the development and production of flexible organic electronics for active optics and displays, today announced that the world’s first mass-produced consumer product incorporating organic transistor technology has started shipping. The device, Ledger Stax, is a secure crypto wallet developed by French company Ledger. FlexEnable partnered with display manufacturing companies DKE (Shanghai) and Giantplus (Toufen City) to realise Ledger’s design for a credit card-sized product with an E Ink display uniquely wrapped around 180-degree bend.

Ledger Stax features the world’s first mass-produced OTFT display. Image credit: Ledger
Ledger Stax features the world’s first mass-produced OTFT display. Image credit: Ledger

Ledger Stax features a display radius of curvature never before achieved in an e-paper display product, made possible by the use of highly flexible organic thin-film-transistors (OTFTs), comprising organic materials and process IP developed, supplied and licensed by FlexEnable.

With fully qualified manufacturing now underway at DKE and Giantplus, FlexEnable’s OTFT technology is the first and only organic transistor in mass production. Made of polymers instead of silicon, these OTFTs are manufactured directly onto plastic sheets instead of glass and are much thinner and lighter compared to today’s glass displays. The manufacture of these flexible OTFT backplanes by Giantplus, a leading Taiwanese display maker, paves the way for a new generation of flexible displays and optical modules with form factors not imaginable until now, for applications including AR/VR optics, ePrivacy screens, automotive smart windows and Organic LCDs.

Chuck Milligan, CEO of FlexEnable, said: “We are proud to have collaborated with Ledger, whose innovative product design and dedication to bringing new technology to market have enabled us to achieve this breakthrough. We have been very impressed by our partners DKE, who developed a volume production capability to achieve the first ever 180-degree bend lamination of flexible ePaper displays, and Giantplus, the first fab to implement our unique transistor materials and patented low-temperature process technology into mass production.

The launch of Ledger Stax represents a significant milestone, for the displays industry, and the billon-dollar ePaper display market is just the beginning. As we ramp up production of FlexiOM materials to meet growing demand for Ledger Stax, the established supply chain is primed to support a range of future applications in AR/VR optics and beyond, to meet the volume needs of our brand partners.”

Hashtag: #FlexEnable

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The 16th Straits Forum Opens in Xiamen


XIAMEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2024 – The 16th Straits Forum kicked off on June 15, attracting more than 7,000 guests from all walks of life in Taiwan to gather in Xiamen.

The 16th Straits Forum Opens in Xiamen
The 16th Straits Forum Opens in Xiamen

Continuing with the theme of “Expanding People-to-people Exchanges and Deepening Integrated Development”, this year’s forum encompasses 50 events, including the main forum event and other activities in four sectors – grassroots exchanges, youth exchanges, cultural exchanges, and economic exchanges.

The Straits Forum serves as an important platform for promoting extensive people-to-people exchanges and cooperation across the Strait. Over the past 16 years, it has always adhered to its “people-to-people, grassroots, and extensive” nature and has continuously expanded the “circle of friends” between people on both sides. From visits to ancestral homeland to economic and trade cooperation, from cultural exploration to discussions on people’s livelihood, and from youth exchanges to future envisioning, the forum has paved a broader path for cross-strait exchanges.

At the forum, Taiwanese participants talked about the opportunities presented by China’s modernization drive, shared their stories of chasing, building, and realizing dreams on the mainland, vividly annotating the stories of cross-strait integrated development. Fan Jiangfeng, who started his venture in Xiamen in 2014, has witnessed the development and progress across various fields on the mainland over the past 10 years. He has transitioned from an “entrepreneur” into a “facilitator”, becoming a force for Taiwanese youth starting businesses on the mainland and leading his team to facilitate exchanges for 40,000 young Taiwanese. Fan expressed his hope for more Taiwanese compatriots to participate in cross-strait exchanges, cooperation, and integrated development, as well as to join the process of national rejuvenation and share the historical opportunities of Chinese-style modernization.

It is introduced that this year’s forum will offer over 1,600 jobs for young people in Taiwan and promote the signing of multiple agreements between institutions and enterprises across the Strait in areas such as rural revitalization, Taiwan youth entrepreneurship, technology, culture, publishing, public welfare, finance, and more. It will facilitate the implementation of a batch of projects on cross-strait integrated development in Fujian province.

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More Than 415,000 Lao Workers Abroad Affecting Domestic Labor Market

Lao workers seeking employment abroad (Photo: Lao National Radio)

Over 415,000 Lao workers are currently employed abroad, exacerbating a labor shortage in the country, as highlighted by Baykham Khattiya, Minister of Labor and Social Welfare (MOLSW) during the 7th ongoing Ordinary Session of the National Assembly on 13 June.