Apr 14, 2023

App simplifies subsidised vaccinations for seniors

Despite the availability of life-saving pneumococcal and flu vaccines, less than 10 percent of Singaporeans above the age of 65 have taken both doses, prompting the Government to seek innovative solutions. As a response to this, software development firm Open Government Products (OGP) has released a health appointment system (HAS) that makes the programme more accessible to seniors.

Apr 14, 2023

Asian Telecom Awards honors Eastern Communications with the B2B Initiative of the Year award

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — In accordance with its promise of High Tech and High Touch services, Eastern Communications took home the B2B Initiative of the Year award at the 2023 Asian Telecom Awards in Singapore.

Apr 14, 2023

Revolutionising the Indonesian Market with MyRepublic

With the wave of digital transformation pressuring businesses to adapt their operations, costs can run up if such initiatives are done incorrectly or with bad planning. The demand for connectivity has also increased, translating into higher demand for infrastructure that can handle the heavy demands of a more connected population.

Apr 14, 2023

Eastern Communications wins B2B Initiative of the Year award at 2023 Asian Telecom Awards in Singapore

In accordance with its promise of High Tech and High Touch services, Eastern Communications took home the B2B Initiative of the Year award at the 2023 Asian Telecom Awards in Singapore.

Apr 14, 2023

Gen Zs are becoming China’s biggest spenders

Gen Zs are not shy to spend their money on themselves, particularly in China where more than 20% of Gen Zs are willing to shell out over 16% of their income for luxury products. This puts the Gen Zs well in place to become the luxury market’s largest consumer base, overtaking other age groups.

Apr 13, 2023

Paving the Way for a Better Brunei with Progresif

In January 2020, Brunei’s telecommunications network was put under the umbrella of the Unified National Network (UNN). This was done to cater to both national and international clients. As part of the telecommunication transformation, services and networks were separated, with operators now operating fully as service providers. They are also focused on selling and serving end customers. As a result, Progresif started to introduce new mobile and broadband products, services, plans and packages for customers. These offerings include 4G+ access for all customers.

Apr 11, 2023

HK gov’t needs to review valuations to ensure success of land sale programme – experts

Last year, the government missed its revenue target of $420b (US$54b) under the 2021-2022 land sale programme, mustering only $71.7b (US$219m). Hannah Jeong, an expert from Colliers, said the factors that led to this failure boiled down to faulty valuation.

Apr 10, 2023

Pakistan’s energy and economic woes intensify amid crippling blackouts

Recent blackouts could cost Pakistan its textile contracts, accounting for 8.5% of its gross domestic product. Without addressing the root causes of their problems, Pakistan’s economic woes are here to stay.

Apr 6, 2023

Can 150 Gigawatts of Green Energy Help Phase Out Coal?

Southeast Asia is planning to add 154 gigawatts (GW) of additional renewable energy capacity in the next five years, which has the potential to offset about 55GW of coal power annually. Is it enough to phase out the region’s coal production?

Apr 4, 2023

‘FOR THE PEOPLE’ | Excellent, compassionate healthcare wins TMC 4 accolades at Healthcare Asia Awards 2023

TMC Ortigas, the hospital’s main facility, won its second straight Hospital of the Year and the Marketing Initiative of the Year accolades. TMC clinic was also recognized as the Primary Care Provider of the Year while TMC South Luzon bagged its second Environment, Social, and Governance Program of the Year award.