The World Health Organization has not contradicted Pyongyang's denial of cases, with its head of health emergencies programmes Michael Ryan telling reporters: "At the moment, there are no signals or indications that we are dealing with any COVID-19 there." … [Read more...] about Coronavirus threatens North Korea chaos: Analysts
South korea
SE Asia Stocks-Most fall as new coronavirus cases jump; Indonesia down 1pct
South Korea reported 52 new virus infections on Friday, while the number of new cases in mainland China also jumped, escalating fears over the impact of the epidemic that has already prompted regional central banks to cut growth targets and lower interest rates. … [Read more...] about SE Asia Stocks-Most fall as new coronavirus cases jump; Indonesia down 1pct
Sydney to host virus-hit China’s Olympic football qualifier
"The winners of the two-legged playoff will seal their place in the Tokyo Olympics alongside hosts Japan and winners from the other play-off match, which sees Australia take on Vietnam on the same dates," the AFC said in a statement. … [Read more...] about Sydney to host virus-hit China’s Olympic football qualifier
Tech companies looking global
Among major names, the ride-hailing app “be”, developed by the BE Group JSC, also has major ambitions. CEO Tran Thanh Hai told VET that the previous generation of large tech corporations in Vietnam chose processing industries for their development, while BE focuses on life. “I want to more towards applying more technology in everyday life,” he said. … [Read more...] about Tech companies looking global
Road to success no longer a lonely one
Hao Tran of Vietcetera concurs. He even places people above funding. "It comes down to finding a good business partner or team to support you in your long-term vision.Financial support from investors is possibly one of the last support frameworks I would seek," said Tran, whose company is an online media platform that positions itself as the voice of the new generation in Vietnam. The company works with global and Vietnamese brands to develop strategy, creativity and distribution. It helps craft brand stories, bringing audiences and brands together with talent drawn from media, marketing and journalism. … [Read more...] about Road to success no longer a lonely one
