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Govt. Repairs Streetlights Across Vientiane Capital

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Electricite du Laos fixed numerous streetlights in Vientiane Capital last week, to celebrate the 47th Lao National Day and the 102nd birth anniversary of Laos’ former president, Mr. Kaysone Phomvihane.

VinFast opens its first two stores in Cologne and Paris

COLOGNE, GERMANY/PARIS, FRANCEMedia OutReach – 5 December 2022 VinFast has officially opened its first two VinFast Stores in Cologne, Germany and Paris, France. The event marked a starting point for VinFast in its European retail store network, affirming VinFast’s strong commitment to driving the revolution of sustainable mobility.

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VinFast Cologne

VinFast Cologne in Germany and VinFast Madeleine in France are officially the first two stores to open in the European markets. Located in high-visibility corners, VinFast Cologne and VinFast Madeleine will be the ideal locations to increase brand presence, helping VinFast quickly establish a connection and build trust with its customers in Europe.

As the 1S model in the retail network, VinFast Cologne and VinFast Madeleine focus on product display and sales purposes. Customers can explore the interior and exterior designs of the stunning Pininfarina-designed VF 8 and VF 9, experience advanced technologies, and receive support from VinFast’s electric vehicle experts.

With a modern design language, and elements inspired by the beauty of Vietnam’s natural wonders, VinFast Cologne and VinFast Madeleine both offer spacious ambiance blended with advanced technologies to convey the “Future of Mobility” inspiration to visitors. In addition to advanced online shopping technologies, the brick-and-mortar retail store will be a direct link to create seamless O2O experiences and peace of mind throughout the VinFast EV ownership journey.

Speaking about this event, Ms. Ho Thanh Huong, CEO of VinFast in Europe, said: “The opening of VinFast Cologne and VinFast Madeleine is only the starting point of our retail network across Europe. It strongly affirms not only the brand’s official presence in the European market, but also the sternness of realizing VinFast’s commitment to our customers. I believe VinFast’s retail network will be the reliable connections with European customers throughout their EV ownership journeys and provide customers with convenience and optimal assistance on their transition towards the future of sustainable mobility.”

The opening of the first VinFast stores in Europe will be celebrated at VinFast Cologne. This is an important location in VinFast’s retail network plan for Germany, alongside Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt, and Oberhausen. In addition, the network of stores across Europe will soon be launched in Marseille, Rennes, Montpellier, and Metz (France), and Amsterdam, Den Haag, and Rotterdam (The Netherlands).

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About Vingroup

Established in 1993, Vingroup is one of the leading private conglomerates in Asia, currently focusing on three main areas: Technology and Industry, Services, and Social Enterprise. Find out more at: .

About VinFast

VinFast – a member of Vingroup – envisioned to drive the movement of global smart electric vehicle revolution. Established in 2017, VinFast owns a state-of-the-art automotive manufacturing complex with globally leading scalability that boasts up to 90% automation in Hai Phong, Vietnam.

Strongly committed to the mission for a sustainable future for everyone, VinFast constantly innovates to bring high-quality products, advanced smart services, seamless customer experiences, and pricing strategy for all to inspire global customers to jointly create a future of smart mobility and a sustainable planet. Learn more at: .

Taste France Will Bring Genuine French Christmas Magic to Hong Kong City

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 December 2022 – The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching, and what better way to indulge in plenty of Christmas cheer than at the second edition of the French Christmas Market by Taste France?

Taste France, a brand launched by The French Ministry of Agriculture and Food from France in 2020, represents the French way of life across the globe. It aims to allow more people to experience food and beverage of French origin through its events and platforms and to convey the full range of advantages of France’s culinary heritage: tremendous know-how in agriculture, agri-food, and gastronomy; high health, safety, and environmental standards, and its firm’s talent for innovation.

From 17 to 18 December 2022, market visitors will be able to wander through Asia Society Hong Kong Center’s Admiralty campus and enjoy entertainment as well as discovering food and beverages of French origin.

“After the global situation of the past years, we are so excited to bring back the French festivities to Hong Kong,” says Augustin Missoffe, incharge for the implementation of the Taste France campaign in Asia by Sopexa. “This year, the French Christmas Market aims to reinforce its position as a memorable event for foodies and lovers of the French art de vivre. The event aims to cultivate a showcase of all things delicieux and will be designed to be reminiscent of the traditional French market, complete with stalls and delectable food, and wines.”

Throughout the two-day event, several demonstrations will take place. Visitors will be invited to explore wines, non-alcoholic beverages, cheeses, seafood and specialty foods, and participate in French-inspired activities. The yuletide celebration, with its combination of colourful décor, and sweet and savoury food and drink, will create the perfect ambiance for merrymaking with friends and family whilst indulging in a variety of activities, old-world confections, seasonal entertainment, and collaborations with partners who will be putting forward French specialty products and ingredients.

Register for free HERE.

À bientôt!

SPONSORS & PARTNERS:

Chablis Wines – Savour a taste of Chablis, one of the most widely recognised wines in the world. A great Bourgogne wine, it is produced exclusively from the Chardonnay varietal – the wines of Chablis offer an exceptional palette of expression.
https://www.chablis-wines.com/

Champagne Henri Giraud – Family owned since 1625 with only 280,000 bottles produced of which only a few thousand bottles for its grande cuvees, the champagnes from Henri Giraud are sought-after by collectors and lovers of great wines from around the world.
https://www.champagne-giraud.com/

Cheese Club – If cheese, cold cuts and other gourmet food is what your tastebuds prefer, look no further than the Cheese Club for a wide variety of premium European delicacies at friendly prices.
https://cheeseclub.hk/

Evian – When your thirst needs quenching, what better than evian® natural mineral water – which comes from the heart of the French Alps. Let’s celebrate this holiday with Evian’s first Sparkling water.
https://www.evian.com

Frenchie Toquée – For a delectable taste of French pâtisseries, Frenchie Toquée has a yummy variety of cakes, tarts, cookies, and snacks to satisfy any sweet craving.
https://www.frenchietoquee.com/

Maison Argaud – No one does fine delicacies as the French do. Food lovers can enjoy the fine taste of high-quality and traditional products with natural ingredients with Maison Argaud.
http://maisonargaud.hk/

Seafood Society – If you are a seafood lover, Seafood Society is a must! The team sources the best of the ocean for you while providing the necessary expertise on which species to encourage and promoting a product seasonality approach.
https://seafoodsociety.hk/

Vines & Terroirs – For an authentic experience of the estates and French Terroirs, enjoy a glass of wine that has been carefully curated by the team at Vines and Terroirs through their connections.
https://vinesandterroirs.com/

BÉABA – If you are looking for baby care cookware, with a focus on safety, functionality, and ergonomics, BÉABA is known worldwide for its unique ability to create innovative products for the baby care industry with a focus on design and technology.
https://beaba.com.hk/

TV5MONDE – Discover the best of French television with TV5MONDE. From the latest films and TV series, to the greatest documentaries, live sports events and 24-hour in-depth news broadcasts, TV5MONDE offers rich, unique and entertaining programmes for the whole family.
https://apac.tv5monde.com/

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ABOUT TASTE FRANCE

Launched in 2020 at the request of the President of France, Taste France has become the face of French agricultural and agri-food products for foreign customers — from professionals to final consumers — around the world. Steered by the French Ministry of Agriculture and Food, Taste France aims to unite all parties eager to showcase the excellence and savoir-faire of the French agri-food industry and share their commitments in terms of production and distribution.

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The Philippines Starts Probing Human Trafficking Schemes in SE Asia

Overseas Filipino workers arrive back in the country. Photo credit: Philstar

The Philippines Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is now launching an official investigation into the trafficking of Filipino citizens to Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar to work for scam call centers. 

NetApp Deepens APAC Channels and Alliances Engagement with New VP Appointment

Brenda Tan joins as Vice President of the Channels & Partner Organization, APAC to redefine NetApp’s next-gen channels and partnerships strategy

SINGAPORE Media OutReach – 5 December 2022 – NetApp® (NASDAQ: NTAP), a global, cloud-led, data-centric software company, today announced the appointment of Brenda Tan as the Vice President of the Channels and Partner Organization, Asia Pacific & Japan. Brenda will define the APAC strategy for NetApp’s channel model, and work hand-in-hand with partners to execute the strategy across the region. Brenda’s appointment follows the recent launch of NetApp’s Partner Sphere program, which aims to accelerate digital and cloud transformation for enterprises.

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Brenda Tan, Vice President of the Channels and Partner Organization, Asia Pacific & Japan at NetApp

“As we forge ahead in our evolved cloud transformation journey, our Channels and Partner ecosystem is the bedrock for our next phase of growth,” said Sanjay Rohatgi, Senior Vice President and General Manager, NetApp Asia Pacific & Japan. “Brenda’s track record in leading some of the highest performing channels and alliances teams in the region makes her the ideal leader to drive NetApp’s Channels and Partner Organization. Under her leadership, Partner Sphere will bring our partner-first culture to life.”

“I am excited to be appointed to this role and look forward to working with our partners across APAC,” said Brenda Tan, Vice President of the Channels and Partner Organization, APAC, NetApp. “With enterprises embracing the hybrid multicloud, an evolved cloud approach is crucial in helping them realize the full business benefits that lie ahead. The best-in-class solutions and capabilities offered jointly by NetApp and our partners will bring transformational value to our customers across the region.”

Brenda has more than 25 years of experience in the technology industry building and leading sales, marketing, channels and alliances functions. Prior to NetApp, Brenda has led the expansion of indirect businesses for Oracle Cloud, Broadcom CA Technologies, IBM and HPE.
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About NetApp

NetApp is a global, cloud-led, data-centric software company that empowers organizations to lead with data in the age of accelerated digital transformation. The company provides systems, software and cloud services that enable them to run their applications optimally from data center to cloud, whether they are developing in the cloud, moving to the cloud, or creating their own cloudlike experiences on premises. With solutions that perform across diverse environments, NetApp helps organizations build their own data fabric and securely deliver the right data, services and applications to the right people—anytime, anywhere. Learn more at or follow us on , , , and .

NETAPP, the NETAPP logo, and the marks listed at are trademarks of NetApp, Inc. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Lao PM Sends Condolence Message to Government of China

Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh with former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang

The Prime Minister of Laos has sent a condolence message to China after the passing of former Chinese President, Jiang Zemin.

Indonesian Minister of Manpower and APO Secretary-General Discuss Expanded Collaboration for Productivity Enhancement

TOKYO JAPAN – Media OutReach – 5 December 2022 – Indonesian Minister of Manpower Dr. Ida Fauziyah visited the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Secretariat in Tokyo on 30 November 2022 for discussions with APO Secretary-General Dr. Indra Singawinata. Minister Ida referred to successful projects in Indonesia, particularly focusing on Green Productivity (GP), supported by the APO and hoped to strengthen collaboration for improving national productivity.

APO Secretary-General Dr. Indra P. Singawinata (R) presenting the certificate of completion of the demonstration project in Sorong to Indonesian Minister of Manpower Dr. Ida Fauziyah.

“On behalf of the Indonesian government, we appreciate the continued support of the APO, particularly in the demonstration projects on PVC solar panels in the TVET center in Sorong, West Papua, completed 2021, and GP Specialist Certification Body development program with the formation of the Professional Certification Agency for Productivity in the Indonesian National Productivity Organization,” the Minister stated. She added that, “Indonesia’s national plan 2020–24 includes formulation of productivity measurement at provincial and sectoral levels; implementation of productivity gainsharing; reformulation of minimum wage calculation by incorporating productivity-based performance; and expansion of productivity networks through developing a database and application system.”

“The APO is pleased that projects were successfully implemented in Indonesia during 2021–22 and has prepared proposals for projects in 2023,” responded Secretary-General Dr. Indra. He appreciated Indonesia’s continued support and cooperation and shared ideas on future programs, covering millennial leaders to drive rural development, tourism 4.0, and women’s leadership in public-sector organizations.

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About the APO

The APO is an intergovernmental organization established in 1961 to increase productivity in the Asia-Pacific region through mutual cooperation. The APO contributes to the sustainable socioeconomic development of the region through policy advisory services, acting as a think tank, and undertaking smart initiatives in the industry, agriculture, service, and public sectors.

The APO is shaping the future of the region by assisting member economies in formulating national strategies for enhanced productivity and through a range of institutional capacity-building efforts, including research and centers of excellence in members. It is nonpolitical, nonprofit, and nondiscriminatory.

The current membership is 21 economies, comprising Bangladesh, Cambodia, the Republic of China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Turkiye, and Vietnam.

Follow ‘eatie’ in journey to Hong Kong’s first ‘eativerse’

Eat · Play · Earn with delicious challenges for the immersive O+O experience

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 5 December 2022 – Hong Kong’s first metaverse combining good food and games has gone live! The O+O (online plus offline) community ‘eativerse’ is where gastronome-players roam freely between the real and the virtual to Eat · Play · Earn in a rewarding experience peppered with fun-drenched missions and challenges, new yet surreal world of gastronomy transcending physical and digital limits unfolds before your eyes!

Native to eativerse is a group of ‘eatie’, with an insatiable appetite and the matching appearance of a ‘walking stomach’. This adventurous community of curious and hungry souls has a constant craving for fun and good food. Their leader, Chef eatie (see image), strives to bring all gastronomic finds from the real world to eativerse, driving home the vision of ‘ultimate satiation’ with all players through ‘play, collect, make, earn’ missions in a fun & food journey filled with delightful surprises.

Login to the dedicated eatie mobile app and plunge into eativerse with immersive AR surroundings and collect eaticoins with a touch on the floating ingredients as you navigate on the map of your screen. Players may also take up three 30-second mini games to directly win virtual ingredients to create dishes in the virtual restaurants shaped in cute and playful food items.

Chef eatie will release ‘eatie Challenge’ on a weekly or daily basis for players to compete and achieve personal goals. Those who come off victorious in specified missions will get rewards to enjoy in the real world.

Soak up the immersive O+O experience in eativerse by scanning dedicated QR codes at over 300 physical shops around town to unlock rare ingredients or objects, accessible only through a brick-and-mortar environment. This ‘check-in’ also helps to speed up the preparation time for signature dishes in virtual kitchens, with delicious rewards up for grabs through completion of missions that go between the real and the virtual!

Meanwhile, stay tuned for 5,000 unique Hungry eatie NFTs and game interactions coming on stream to enrich eativerse! Follow @eatie.io on Instagram to discover more about the exciting Play to Earn experience in eativerse and its latest updates.

Calling gastronomes and mobile game enthusiasts! Download ‘eatie’ App and venture into the miltiversal journey through eativerse now!

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