Tag: Southeast Asia
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Philippines Pioneers Drone Medicine Delivery in Southeast Asia
In a groundbreaking move, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in the Philippines has initiated the first drone-assisted medicine delivery in Southeast Asia. The launch took place in Barangay Niogan, Pililla, Rizal, in collaboration with mWell and Philippine Flying Labs on January 31. DICT Secretary Ivan John Uy announced that this initiative is…
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Vietnam Surges Ahead in Southeast Asia’s Digital Economy
In 2024, Vietnam’s digital economy experienced a remarkable expansion, contributing 18.3% to the nation’s GDP and achieving an annual growth rate exceeding 20%. This growth rate is triple that of Vietnam’s overall GDP and marks the highest in Southeast Asia, as reported by the Vietnam News Agency (VNA). The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC)…
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Davao City Secures Third Place in Southeast Asia’s Safety Rankings for 2024
Davao City has been recognized as the third safest city in Southeast Asia for the year 2024, trailing only behind Chiang Mai, Thailand, and Singapore, as per the latest data from the crowdsourced platform Numbeo. The Safety Index, which compiles information from user submissions, assesses urban safety through metrics such as crime levels, the effectiveness…
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Jesus Nazareno Procession Concludes After Over 20 Hours in Manila
The revered image of Jesus Nazareno was returned to its sanctuary at the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Manila after a procession that lasted more than 20 hours. The procession, known as Traslacion, began at 4:41 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025, from Quirino Grandstand and concluded at 1:26 a.m. on…
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Air Canada Announces New Direct Flights from Manila to Vancouver
(Photo provided by Air Canada) MANILA – Starting April 2, 2025, Air Canada will introduce direct flights connecting Manila and Vancouver, operating four times a week. These flights will utilize the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Mark Galardo, Air Canada’s executive vice president for revenue and network planning, emphasized the significance of the Philippines as a market,…
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