Asia News Singapore Media Festival launch its 6th edition By Nhu Huynh Saturday, Dec 7, 2019,09:50 (GMT+7) Singapore Media Festival launch its 6th editionBy Nhu Huynh Gong Yu, founder & CEO of iQIYI, shares about the future of China’s live streaming industry - a key section of Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) – PHOTO: INFOCOMM MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (IMDA) HCMC - Hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), the 6th edition of the Singapore Media Festival (SMF) returns with a wide range of media formats – from films and television to popular culture, games and digital video content from across Asia. The SMF is one of Asia’s leading international media events, where the industry meets to explore the latest trends, talents and content in Asia. Taking place from November 21 to December 8, it consists of the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA), the Asia TV Forum & Market … [Read more...] about Singapore Media Festival launch its 6th edition
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Southeast Asia’s GDP growth likely to remain at 4.5 pct in 2020
Illustrative image (Photo: businesstimes) Singapore (VNA) – Southeast Asia’s GDP growth is likely to remain at 4.5 percent in 2020, amid high risks of a re-escalation in trade tensions between the US and China, according to the latest report produced by the British advisory firm Oxford Economics. Friction between the two countries remains high and the bulk of imposed tariffs are unlikely to be lifted anytime soon, said Sian Fenner, Oxford Economics lead Asia economist. The region has recorded sluggish performance in the third quarter of 2019, with its GDP growth rising only 4.5 percent year-on-year. Export-oriented economies have suffered the worst blow from the ongoing trade conflict, with Singapore only narrowly avoiding a technical recession in the third quarter of 2019. Due to the US-China trade war, trade uncertainty remains a key drag on manufacturing, exports and investment. The report expects the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia … [Read more...] about Southeast Asia’s GDP growth likely to remain at 4.5 pct in 2020
Anh Vien takes two more gold medals in SEA Games
Home Anh Vien takes two more gold medals in SEA Games By Vu Duc Friday, Dec 6, 2019,19:41 (GMT+7) Anh Vien takes two more gold medals in SEA GamesBy Vu Duc Vietnam’s Nguyen Thi Anh Vien receives the gold medal in the women’s 200m freestyle category in the swimming event at the 30th SEA Games in the Philippines today, December 6 - PHOTO: VNA HCMC – Nguyen Thi Anh Vien clinched two more gold medals on day six of competition today, December 6, in the 30th Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), which is taking place in Manila. As predicted, Nguyen Thi Anh Vien finished first in the women’s 200m freestyle event in two minutes and 0.75 seconds. Natthanan Junkrangjang of Thailand came second in two minutes and 0.93 seconds and Remedy Alexis Rule from the Philippines ranked third in two minutes and 1.64 seconds. Defending champion and Games record holder Anh Vien also took home her second gold in the … [Read more...] about Anh Vien takes two more gold medals in SEA Games
Startups catching the eye
Vietnam's emerging startup scene is proving to be a case of right place, right time for local and international venture capital funds. Eleven “rising star” startups in Southeast Asia in September converged at the “500 Startups Demo Day” in Ho Chi Minh City to spotlight the dynamic technology landscape in Vietnam and broader Southeast Asia. “There’s more hype about Vietnam’s tech scene now than ever before, as this is an exciting time for Vietnam overall,” said Mr. Eddie Thai, General Partner at 500 Startups Vietnam. “Vietnam is fast becoming an attractive destination for local and international venture capital funds, who are hoping to capture the growing consumer opportunities and leverage the Vietnamese entrepreneurial spirit.” Rising appetite Vietnam’s startup sector is growing at a rapid clip despite the global economic slump and is closing the gap with regional leaders. In only two years, it has made a big leap … [Read more...] about Startups catching the eye
Vietnam to cut red tape in construction-related administrative procedures
A construction permit currently takes 82 days on average to be issued in Vietnam Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has requested that efforts be made to streamline the country’s administrative procedures in construction-related fields. The aim, he stressed, is to reach the average time it takes for such procedures to be done in ASEAN-4, which indicates the four most developed economies in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Currently, ASEAN-4 includes Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines. According to the premier’s directive, which was issued last week, the combined time to go through all construction-related procedures for a single application is to be shortened from 166 days as per current regulations to 120 days. This includes the time it takes to review construction drawings and fire prevention plans, issue construction permits, approve the building’s access to utilities, and grant certificates of property ownership. Relevant … [Read more...] about Vietnam to cut red tape in construction-related administrative procedures