Cambodia

Phnom Penh (VNA) – The Cambodian government has decided to extend tax breaks for another two months for tourism-dependent businesses to overcome difficulties during the COVID-19 crisis, the Ministry of Tourism said on August 3. The exemption, which takes effect in August and September, is granted to hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and tour companies in capital Phnom Penh and in Siem Reap, Sihanouk, Kep and Kampot provinces, as well as in Bavet and Poipet cities, according to the ministry. It added that the government will continue transferring 40 USD per month for staff and workers in the tourism sector for another two months. Tourism Minister Thong Khon said over 3,000 tourism-related businesses in Cambodia have been closed due to COVID-19, leaving more than 50,000 workers unemployed. Last weekend, the government announced that it will continue supporting unemployed workers in the garment-textile sector for another two months. Each will receive 40 USD per month from … [Read more...] about Cambodia extends tax breaks for tourism-dependent businesses

The year-end and Tet shopping seasons are opportunities for businesses to expand to their potential customers and reach new customers. Brands need an effective Omni-channel marketing strategy and take advantage of the power of social media to increase their customer interests and conversion in the upcoming holiday season. Brands should always be honest with customers, try new interactive formats like shopping via Live, games, and talking to consumers. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM’S BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES AUGUST 3

Nigerian suspect at the border station Initial reports outline how the Nigerian suspect was caught in the process of his smuggling attempt at 20:00 on July 30 at the border area in Thuan Tay village of Loi Thuan commune in Ben Cau district. … [Read more...] about Nigerian drug trafficker arrested in Tay Ninh

Until Sunday, the city has set up four concentrated quarantine camps that are capable of accommodating hundreds of people. More than 7,000 people in Đắk Lắk have been quarantined against the virus, including 157 people at concentrated quarantine facilities, 67 at medical centres and nearly 7,000 at home. — VNS … [Read more...] about Buôn Ma Thuột City under lockdown after two new COVID-19 cases confirmed

AIIB’s first loan for Indonesia, totaling 750 million USD and co-financed with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), will be used for a project to support Indonesia’s economic recovery programme, including aid for small and medium businesses and vulnerable households. … [Read more...] about Latest Coronavirus News in Vietnam & Southeast Asia June 24