The Hanoitimes - From expansive caves to towering waterfalls, the countries of Southeast Asia truly demonstrate the power of Mother Nature. Vietnam among world’s friendliest countries Vietnam welcomes 1.5 million foreign visitors in January Ha Long Bay, Sapa, Phong Nha Cave, Son Doong Cave, the Sand Dunes of Mui Ne, Thac Ba Waterfalls have been named among 25 natural wonders in Southeast Asia you have to experience to believe, according to Fodors, a publisher of English language travel and tourism information and the first relatively professional producer of travel guidebooks. Ha Long Bay With around 2,000 islets sprawling across an indescribable landscape of almost 600 square miles, there’s no wonder Ha Long Bay was named one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Located in the northern coastal region of Vietnam, there are several junk-boats that offer daily and multi-day sails in Ha Long Bay with included excursions such as kayaking, cave … [Read more...] about Vietnam destinations among Southeast Asia’s natural wonders
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Bronze drums of Southeast Asia discussed
Following his particular passion for bronze drums, French researcher Jacques de Guerny has travelled to many Southeast Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, and Indonesia. He recently held a seminar in Hanoi, sharing his knowledge and research on the history of bronze drums over the last 2,500 years. Jacques de Guerny said he is aware that he is at a disadvantage to other professional archaeologists, cultural experts and historians who entered the field at a much younger age. However, he still manages to astound his peers with his deep understanding of the role of the bronze drum in the lives of various cultures throughout Southeast Asia, including Vietnam. Jacques de Guerny’s book, “Bronze Drums of Southeast Asia”, was published in 2017. His previous work Buddhapada”, published in 2012, “examining the footprints of the Buddha and their symbolism over time.-VNA … [Read more...] about Bronze drums of Southeast Asia discussed
Navigating the murky waters of Southeast Asia’s offshore market
It has taken three years since 2014's fall in oil prices and protracted down cycle that saw the exit of oil majors from Southeast Asia and subsequent collapse of the value chain that left the oil & gas sector in disarray, for the region to finally begin seeing a notable uptick in new offshore project sanctioning. Underpinned by unprecedented levels of consumption, the Brent barrel continues to trade at around $70-75 and has prompted a swift recovery in the U.S. shale industry. However, longer cycle markets such as offshore haven't quite felt the impact of higher commodity prices, with jack-up and deepwater floating rig counts remaining in the doldrums with global utilisation currently at 62 percent and 54 percent respectively. In Asia, soaring demand for gas from China as part of the government's mandate to curb pollution and healthy economic growth across the region, has seen a well-documented shift towards offshore gas production. Over the past 12 months, improved oil & gas … [Read more...] about Navigating the murky waters of Southeast Asia’s offshore market
Australian state to boost trade, investment with Southeast Asia
Illustrative image. (Source: Internet) Sydney (VNA) – The government of Victoria, Australia has released a strategy called “Globally Connected” to help local companies access Southeast Asian markets and boost trade and investment in the region. “Globally Connected: Victoria’s Southeast Asia Trade and Investment Strategy” outlines plans to expand the state’s two-way economic relations with the region, identify key trends and highlight opportunities in education, tourism, agriculture, infrastructure and professional services, ICT and health and medical technology. These sectors offer the most opportunities in the region and are well-aligned with Victoria’s strengths and capabilities. “By focusing our sights on the huge untapped potential of Southeast Asia, we’re helping local businesses expand into new markets and create more jobs for Victorians,” said the state’s Minister for Trade and Investment Philip … [Read more...] about Australian state to boost trade, investment with Southeast Asia
Outbreak of African swine fever may spread to Southeast Asia: FAO
Illustrative image. (Source: AFP/VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The rapid onset of the African swine fever (ASF) in China may spread to neighbouring countries in Southeast Asia and the Korean peninsula, the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) warned on August 28. Last month, the deadly pig virus was detected in four different localities of China. The FAO said that the distances between each outbreak, which is up to 1,000km, highlighted the danger of the virus spreading to other Asian countries. Although the disease poses no direct threat to human health, outbreaks are likely to leave devastating impacts on China’s husbandry sector. China is a major pig producing country and accounts for approximately half of the global pig population. There are no effective vaccines to protect pigs from the disease. Chinese authorities have culled over 24,000 pigs in the four provinces to limit further spreading, according to FAO. China reported its first case of the disease in … [Read more...] about Outbreak of African swine fever may spread to Southeast Asia: FAO