However, some locals declined the voluntary throat and nasal swab tests. Victoria is hoping a new saliva test, which is less intrusive, will encourage more people to get tested - even though it is slightly less accurate. … [Read more...] about Australia sees biggest daily rise in COVID-19 cases in two months
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WB, Australia to support Vietnam in mitigating COVID-19 impacts
The World Bank (WB) Group and the Australian Government agree to extend their strategic partnership in Vietnam with a commitment of a further 5 million AUD to support Vietnam’s economic recovery and protect the most vulnerable from the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo: VNA) … [Read more...] about WB, Australia to support Vietnam in mitigating COVID-19 impacts
Indonesia to open for visitors from China, RoK, Japan, Australia
Jakarta (VNA) - Indonesia is considering opening the country for travelers from China, the Republic of Korea (RoK), Japan and Australia to recover the economy, said government official. Speaking at a video press conference on June 12, the coordinating ministry for maritime and investment affairs, Odo Manuhutu, said Indonesia is setting up a tourism corridor for the four countries. But he does not give the time when will it be opened. He asserted that the tourism activities will be opened under tight health protocols. He quoted senior minister for maritime and investment affairs Luhut B. Pandjaitan as saying that besides foreign tourists, it needs an effort to recover and improve the tourism sector, as domestic tourists account for 70 percent of the total visitors and contribute 54-56 percent of total tourism revenue. Meanwhile, head of the Indonesia Hotel and Restaurant Association Hariyadi B. Sukamdani said the Indonesian tourism sector suffered … [Read more...] about Indonesia to open for visitors from China, RoK, Japan, Australia
ASEAN, Australia foreign ministers pledged cooperation in response against COVID-19
The two sides will take better advantage of existing mechanisms such as the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, Australia's economic assistance, and development cooperation programs, as well as actively contribute to promoting multilateral trade, and soon conclude the signing of the RCEP Agreement. … [Read more...] about ASEAN, Australia foreign ministers pledged cooperation in response against COVID-19
Son La increases chance to export longan to US, Australia
Besides longan, Son La also exports other fruits such as longans, plums, and custard apples to foreign markets. A week ago, its Mai Son district shipped an initial batch of 30 tonnes of mangoes to the US, paving the way for this tropical fruit to other demanding markets in the coming time. … [Read more...] about Son La increases chance to export longan to US, Australia
