by Teuvo Tuomi | Mar 31, 2024 | News, Health, Indonesia, Society
Dengue fever cases and deaths from the illness have increased in Indonesia as the El Niño weather phenomenon causes a hot rainy season across the country. The Health Ministry recorded some 35,500 dengue cases nationwide from the beginning of January to 18 March, with...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Mar 31, 2024 | Laos, Business, Food & Drinks, News, Thailand
The fourth 7-Eleven branch in Laos has opened in Pakse, just six months after opening the first branch. 7-Eleven offers Laotians a well-curated selection of popular products, especially ready-to-eat food, fresh bakery items, and freshly brewed coffee. In addition,...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Mar 29, 2024 | Vietnam, Business, Economy, News
Vietnam’s GDP grew by 5.66% in the first quarter, the highest rate for the period since 2020, according to the General Statistics Office. Industry and construction grew at 6.28% and accounted for 35.7% of the GDP. Following close behind was the services sector...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Mar 28, 2024 | Vietnam, Environment, News, Travel
Vietnam’s picturesque Hoi An is pioneering a novel waste management initiative that charges households and businesses for waste disposal based on the volume of trash they produce. Every month, residents on Nguyen Tri Phuong Street receive 16 ten-liter trash...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Mar 27, 2024 | News, Business, Economy, Energy, Technology, Thailand, Vietnam
Vietnamese automaker VinFast plans to start selling its electric vehicles (EVs) in Thailand. It has already made deals with dealers to open showrooms in the country. VinFast faces stiff competition in Thailand from Chinese automakers like BYD and also Tesla, who are...
by Teuvo Tuomi | Mar 25, 2024 | Vietnam, Education, Lifestyle, News
Vietnam is among the top five countries when it comes to the number of newly opened international schools, with a 5% increase in two years. According to ISC Research, India is topping the list with a 10% growth from 2022 to 923 schools, followed by the United Arab...
