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Lao Leaders Send Condolences After Deadly Tragedy in Seoul

People mourn for victims of Itaewon stampede at a makeshift memorial in Seoul. Photo credit: James Lee/Xinhua

Lao leaders expressed their deepest condolences to their counterparts in the Republic of Korea following the tragic stampede in Seoul’s popular Itaewon district.

A Spa and Restaurant from Crowne Plaza, Vientiane Win Top Luxury Awards

Senses Day Spa and 3 Merchants at Crowne Plaza, Vientiane win prestigious awards at the 2022 World Luxury Awards as one of the Best Spas and Restaurants in Asia.

CUHK’s Actuarial Science and Insurance Analytics master’s programme is accepting applications, with a new fellowship scheme

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 1 November 2022 – After a successful inaugural year, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School’s Master of Science in Actuarial Science and Insurance Analytics (MScASI) programme is once again accepting applications. Local students joining the class of 2023-2024 may apply for a new fellowship scheme that recognises academic and professional excellence with a grant of HK$120,000.

The MScASI programme, which commenced in 2022, is Hong Kong’s only master’s programme in actuarial science. It is designed to address the actuarial talent shortage in Hong Kong, mainland China and the region.

Through the one-year, full-time, pre-experience postgraduate programme, fresh graduates and junior professionals from finance, science or engineering backgrounds can acquire adaptable skills and knowledge for a gamut of actuarial or analytical roles. They will develop a solid foundation in insurance knowledge, actuarial science, mathematics and statistics, which will prepare them for careers in insurance companies, consulting and accounting firms, financial institutions, InsurTech startups, regulatory bodies and other settings.

Programme Director Prof. Andrew Ng said, “Actuaries are essentially financial architects with experience in insurance risk. The job is both a demanding and respected one, because an actuary needs to combine data analysis, mathematical modelling and business skills to solve a myriad of financial and social problems. With tremendous opportunities offered in this international financial centre, Hong Kong is an ideal place to start one’s journey as an actuary.”

MScASI follows the International Actuarial Association’s Education Syllabus. Students will be primed to pursue globally recognised professional qualifications, including sitting for the associate-level exams of the Society of Actuaries (US) and the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK).

Furthermore, students will derive regional insights into the thriving insurance markets in Hong Kong and mainland China, partake in international fellowships and acquire InsurTech skills.

CUHK has offered a BBA in Insurance, Financial and Actuarial Analysis (IFAA) since 2002. The IFAA has been designated by the Society of Actuaries as a Center of Actuarial Excellence since 2011. The MScASI is modelled after IFAA and has the same international recognition.

Besides the new fellowship scheme, top-performing students who are permanent Hong Kong residents may apply for a HK$20,000 grant from the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers Scholarship. Admission scholarships are also available.

Application is open until 31 March 2023. For details, please visit https://masters.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/programmes/mscasi/

Hashtag: #CUHK

Celebrate Year End with iShopChangi’s Holiday Specials this November in Singapore

This season, iShopChangi is ringing in the festivities of November to travellers and non-travellers with a bang. Enjoy over 50 days’ worth of festive hauls including surprising gifts and party must-haves for the jolliest Christmas. Revel in attractive sitewide discounts and promotions of up to 95% off over 7,000 deals, score deals on the hottest products and make stocking up on Christmas gifts for your loved ones a breeze.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 November 2022 – Let iShopChangi be your one-stop platform to purchase gifts for friends and family this Christmas season. With exciting deals on beauty and wellness, electronics, wines and spirits, and more, kick off the month of November and usher in the festive season by relishing special discounts and fantastic deals.

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Kickstart the Haul-idays with the 11.11 Frenzy Sale

iShopChangi’s 11.11 flash sale, Christmas sale and Black Friday Cyber Monday deals are making a grand comeback! Start lifting your Christmas spirits with the much anticipated 11.11 sale season and grab all that your heart desires at a bargain by locking in these discount codes.

11.11 Sitewide Vouchers (Non-Travellers Only)
Period: 1 – 11 November 2022
Code Description
1111FLASH18 18% off with no minimum spend, capped at S$50
1111FLASH25 25% off S$1000, capped at S$300
FLASH11 S$11 off* no minimum spend

*First 111 checkouts daily at 12am

24-hour S$11 Frenzy (Non-Travellers Only)
Period: 11 November 2022 only
Hottest products at only S$11, limited quantity available.

Products released at five timings throughout the day: 12am, 12pm, 4pm, 7pm, 10pm


For skincare lovers, iShopChangi has got you covered with buy-one-gift-one specials! Don’t miss out on an attractive 50% discount where you can get two packs of Dr.Jart+ Dermask Vital Hydra Solution Facial Mask 5′s, bringing the price down from S$56 to just S$28. Take home the IDS Skincare’s DermaShield Serum for just S$99 instead of the usual S$198, saving yourself 50% as you go.

That’s not all! Only on 11 November, save more dollars on selected skincare and health supplements as you cart them out for just S$11. Spend 72% less on the nourishing New Moon Bird’s Nest Collagen with Manuka Honey originally priced at S$39.80 and 91% less on the cult favourite SK-II Facial Treatment Clear Lotion 230ml previously at S$116. With limited pieces released at five timings throughout the S$11 frenzy sale — 12am, 12pm, 4pm, 7pm,dermashield and 10pm — be sure to set those alarms and make the best out of these enticing offers!

Massive Savings During Black Friday Cyber Monday

Clinch nifty gifts without feeling the pinch when you shop during the 11-day Black Friday Cyber Monday biggest tech and beauty fair on iShopChangi. Cut your shopping costs by checking out your cart with these special discount codes for electronics or beauty products of your choice.

Black Friday Cyber Monday (Non-Travellers Only)
Period: 18 – 28 November 2022
Code Description
BFCMTECH For Electronics category only: 10% off S$600, capped at S$70
BFCMBEAUTY For Beauty category only: 20% off S$800, capped at S$250

Any time from 18 to 28 November, snap up exclusive skincare items like the Shiseido 150th Anniversary Eudermine Revitalizing Essence at S$75, 40% off the original S$125. Since Christmas will be ’round the corner, host your guests to a spread of mouth-watering delights, whipped up swiftly thanks to the Mayer 3.5L Digital Air Fryer – get it at S$99, 53% off the original S$209. Just be sure to have your cart ready early, because with prices this low, your favourites will be flying off the shelves before you know it!

Get the Festive Times Rolling with Tantalising Deals

Snag Christmas bargains before anyone else and start checking off your Christmas shopping list early this year! Specially for travellers only, enjoy a wonderful Christmas shopping spree on iShopChangi with this exclusive early bird sitewide voucher.

Early Bird Xmas Sitewide Voucher (Travellers Only)
Period: 14 – 30 November 2022
Code Description
XMASTR100 S$100 off* S$500

* First 200 shoppers only


Travellers and non-travellers are in luck with shopping offers that let you go all out right before the holidays. With sitewide discounts and deals up to 60% off, it is high time for you to kick back, relax and scroll for the gifts of your choice. Cart out using these vouchers for maximum savings on your Christmas shopping.

Christmas Sitewide Vouchers (Non-Travellers Only)
Period: 12 November – 27 December 2022
Code Description
XMAS10 10% off S$100, capped at S$30
XMAS15 15% off S$400, capped at S$120
XMAS18 18% off S$900, capped at S$250
Christmas Sitewide Vouchers (Travellers Only)
Period: 1 November – 31 December 2022
Code Description
XMASTR12 12% off S$400, capped at S$60
XMASTR15 15% off S$600, capped at S$100
XMASTR20 20% off S$1000, capped at S$250

With brands like PowerPac presenting irresistible discounts of up to 75% off, get on the good list with gifts that are sure to be a hit! Check out the Bear Electric Cake Waffles Maker Multifunction Pan going at S$29.90, 75% off the usual S$119. Freshen up your Christmas party with the Bear 4.5L Ultrasonic Humidifier, Built-in Water Purifying and Aroma Diffuser at a highly enticing S$29.90, 70% off the original S$99.

Cart out with a curated selection of wines and spirits. Savour the bright taste of Pinot Noir grapes in the refreshing Handpicked Regional Selection Rosé 2019 at a 17% discount for S$39.90 instead of the usual S$48.00. For the adventurous souls, go for Compendium Spirits The Dessert Shop Assorted Soju Pack to sip on familiar local flavours at just S$39.15 after a 10% discount from the original price of S$43.50.

Travellers can also look forward to additional gifts like the exclusive Changi Airport Control Tower Pins with a minimum spend of S$300. Purchase functional packing cubes at only S$8 to keep your luggage organised when you spend over S$$80!

Secret Santa Gift Ideas for the Globetrotters

From 14 to 31 November, travellers can drop the pressure of being the best Secret Santa and get your jingle on with curated gift options from revered brands.

For Secret Santa gifts under S$300, consider the elegant and well-structured James Hennessy Cognac 1000 Ml 40% at S$230 that will appeal to liquor connoisseurs. At just S$132.40, the hot-selling Jo Malone London Travel Retail Exclusive Fragrance Layering Collection is perfect for perfume enthusiasts.

At prices below S$500, give the gift of healthier skin with the iconic LANCÔME Genifique Serum Duo that boasts an impressive formulation of seven prebiotics and probiotics. With its delicately crafted porcelain flagon, gold accents and sophisticated detailing, the Royal Salute 25 Years Old The Treasured Blend Scotch Whisky 700ml 40% – Travel Exclusive is a sight to behold and a perfect choice for a luxurious gift.

Looking to indulge a little this Christmas? Check out iShopChangi’s Secret Santa gifts under S$700. Infused with fermented extracts in a cocktail of premium ingredients that boost skin radiance, LA MER The Eye Concentrate Duo is perfect for individuals who desire the finer things in life. If you are shopping for a fellow traveller, consider the GoPro Hero 11 Black to record exciting travel adventures.

‘Tis the Season to be Jolly

Besides the S$5 welcome voucher that awaits new sign-ups on Changi Pay, new non-travelling users of iShopChangi will get a warm welcome with the <XMASNEW> discount code that guarantees 30% off purchases with no minimum spend, discount capped at S$50! Browse our expansive collection of items as we help you get more bang for your buck this November. Head to iShopChangi today and make it a holiday to remember.

Hashtag: #iShopChangi

About iShopChangi

iShopChangi was launched in 2013 as an extension of Changi Airport’s promise to deliver greater comfort and convenience to travellers in its suite of airport retail offerings. Passengers can browse and purchase tax- and duty-free products across all terminals between 30 days to 12 hours pre-flight on the e-store – and choose to collect their items at Collection Centres within departure, upon arrival or have them delivered free in Singapore. Providing easy access to over 30,000 products across 900 brands and exclusives such as Changi First product launches, the site has since received global recognition with its award for Best Website – Retail Customer Facing at The Moodies: the Airport and Travel Retail Digital Media Awards 2018. In early 2020, the e-commerce store started to retail a selection tax- and duty-absorbed products to Singapore-based residents without the need to fly.

Thailand Eyes for Tourists from China via Laos-China Railway Next Year

Laos-China Railway

Thailand expects it will benefit from the spillover tourism from the Laos-China Railway when China fully opens its borders in 2023.

Lockton Asia Appoints Ben Son as Korea CEO

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach – 1 November 2022 – Lockton, the world’s largest privately held brokerage firm providing insurance, risk management, people solutions and retirement consulting services, has announced the appointment of Ben Son as Chief Executive Officer of Lockton Companies (Korea) Inc.

Ben Son will be succeeding current CEO Juyeol Lee as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. Juyeol Lee will remain President of Lockton Korea, working in conjunction with Ben and driving one of the key areas of the Korean business and various initiatives. Juyeol has been with Lockton Korea since 2001.

“We are excited to welcome Ben and his team to Lockton Korea, adding expertise and marketing capabilities in reinsurance and retail will unlock further opportunities for the company to deepen partnerships with the country’s leading financial institutions. Combining the teams’ expertise, reputation, relationships, and revenue, will result in continued acceleration of Lockton Korea’s growth trajectory and position as a leading insurance brokerage,” said Juyeol Lee, President of Lockton Korea.

Ben has 32 years of broad and successful experience in P&C, reinsurance and retail across the insurance brokerage industry. He established his own brokerage company, ESOP, in 2019 initially with a team of 8 specialising in reinsurance and retail, with clients from financial institutions, investment banks, asset management companies, private equity firms and more. The company recorded revenue of US$2.2 million in 2021.

Prior to setting up his own brokerage, Ben started his career in 1990 as an underwriter and adjuster in Marine insurance and gained extensive experience in P&C. He also held senior positions with HIS Korea, AON and Miller Korea. His key specialties include reinsurance for P&C, Engineering, Cargo, Hull, P&L and Treaty.

“As we welcome Ben, Lockton Korea will embark on another phase of the company’s journey,” said Warren Merritt, CEO of Lockton Asia, “Ben will be leading our Korean business with continued focus on reinsurance and retail operations. With him at the helm and strengthening the senior management team, we are confident in achieving great things by building on our operational excellence, reinforcing our collaborative culture, as well as raising our brand profile and industry standing.”

Ben’s business operating philosophy calls for transparent management with clear development opportunities for all employees. He believes hard work should be rewarded fairly. Ben holds a bachelor’s degree in public administration from Korea University.

“I am honoured and truly proud to be appointed to lead the team at Lockton Korea. Its expertise, market position and especially its people, making it one of Korea’s most dynamic insurance brokerages, offering what I believe is an unrivalled customer proposition in a rapidly evolving industry. I look forward to working with the team and in partnership with all stakeholders, to lead the business in this exciting market.” said Ben Son, CEO of Lockton Korea.

Hashtag: #LocktonAsia

About Lockton Korea

Lockton Korea is a key member of the Asia operations of Lockton, a world-leading privately held insurance brokerage with 9,500+ associates doing business in over 125 countries, focusing primarily on clients’ risk, insurance and people needs. With expertise that spans the globe, Lockton delivers the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results. At Lockton, we are passionate about serving our clients, developing our associates, and giving back to our communities. For more information, please visit .

The Eyes Inc. Provides Troubleshooting Services for Visual Discomfort With Progressive Lenses

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 November 2022 – The Eyes Inc., an optical store in Singapore, provides progressive lenses troubleshooting services, which are available at their Ang Mo Kio store.

2 in 10 people who wear progressive lenses experience adverse symptoms, such as double vision, side blurry aberration, wavy vision, headaches, and blurred vision. While vision problems induced by wearing progressive lenses are common, they can be resolved with the help of advanced technologies and proper fitting technique. The Eyes Inc. is able to aid in this, having been founded and helmed by a qualified optometrist with over 15 years of experience and expertise in progressive lenses troubleshooting.

The Eyes Inc. provides an obligation-free general eye check before proceeding with the troubleshooting process. Some basic questions will be asked to better understand individual lifestyle, issues, work habits, and needs. With this information, they can provide a more tailored recommendation for one’s eyes with better insight into their pain points. The optometrist will then move on to data extraction, in which the existing pair of eyeglasses will be used to discern the root of an individual’s vision issues. Next, an extensive eye check will be carried out during which refraction, ocular motility, and existence of cataracts are assessed. Finally, a briefing will be provided on everything related to the prescription, eye condition, and the cause of any vision discomfort.

Since its establishment, The Eyes Inc. has been a one-stop shop for eye-related issues such as double vision, eye strain, progressive lens discomfort, dyslexia, and more. The optical shop also understands how crucial comfortable and clear vision is to everyone, and ensures that glasses are customised specifically to each individual’s needs or eye condition. With their progressive lens troubleshooting service available, The Eyes Inc. hopes to continue assisting individuals facing problems with their progressive lenses.

For assistance/ enquiries on your pair of progressive lenses, visit https://www.theeyesinc.sg/progressive

Hashtag: #TheEyesInc

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Vertica and KMS Solutions tap into the $90B Data and Analytics Market in APAC

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 November 2022 – From the report of GlobalData, the APAC Data and Analytics market is set to reach US89.6 billion in 2022, showing the potential of this industry. The rising demands for analytical database software in the APAC market have generated the potential playground for both local and global data analytics corporations.

By participating in this playground, Vertica – a leading analytics data warehouse that can help enterprises handle an enormous amount of information in real-time, derive greater predictive analytics and improve data quality with Unified Analytics Platform. This solution combines the power of a high-performance MPP query engine with advanced analytics and machine learning to provide corporations with actionable analytical insights quickly and fit for purpose. In addition, Vertica has brought data analytics solutions to 1000+ corporations across all industries, such as Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, etc.

To adapt to differences in culture, laws, and regulations, as well as customize data analytics solutions that suit the specific requirements of local businesses, Vertica trusted KMS Solutions – a regional software consulting firm with 13 years of experience in this industry with solid footprint in Vietnam.

KMS Solutions has long been recognized as a trusted partner in providing tailored analytical solutions to global organizations. The company has offered various data analytics services, including Data as-a-service, Data warehouse, Customer data platform, and Data Migration, to help clients make insightful operational decisions. KMS clearly understands the obstacles and opportunities of the APAC market, as well as the specific requirements of local enterprises for data analytics services

“It’ll be challenging for a company to deal with data proliferation itself. With a common goal of assisting businesses in collecting data quickly, exploring data interactively, and making data-driven decisions, we’re committed to providing actionable insights at scale through the high-performance process of machine learning and advanced analytics,“ said Damien Velly, ES&A Director of KMS Solutions.

This solution help remove scale, performance, and capacity constraints and lets corporations leverage multiple deployment options to suit their specific needs. From that, corporations can take advantage of useful insights to improve customer experience and increase business performance.

Hashtag: #Vertica #KMSSolutions