“Many banks made good progress this year. Maintaining this progress into 2021 will be challenging but crucial as the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic. Banks have an important role to play; just as they help businesses recover from the pandemic, they are pivotal to navigating the climate and nature emergencies. This crisis has shown that society is more exposed to nature risk than ever but with the right corrective actions, we can emerge stronger and more resilient,” said Lee. … [Read more...] about Regional banks need to accelerate ESG efforts amid improvements in sustainability
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Việt Nam’s $15.7 billion remittances 9th highest globally
Most work in fields such as construction, manufacturing, agriculture and fishing, and domestic work, according to Nguyễn Gia Liêm, deputy head of the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs’ overseas labour management department. … [Read more...] about Việt Nam’s $15.7 billion remittances 9th highest globally
Vietnamese supporters all set for historic semifinal in Asiad football
Trinh Hoai Nam, a member of the Vietnam Football Supporter (VFS), said he will join his friends at the Youth Culture House in District 1, having prepared 300 ‘I love Vietnam’ stickers and 20 banners for other VFS members. … [Read more...] about Vietnamese supporters all set for historic semifinal in Asiad football
DHL Express recognized as Global Express Provider of the Year
In November, DHL Express announced that it is investing circa EUR 690 million between 2020 and 2022 to build or expand its facilities in key growth markets of Australia, Japan, Hong Kong S.A.R. and South Korea. Equally, it intends to spend close to EUR 60 million to bolster its Asia Pacific air network such as introducing direct, new (e.g. Vientiane, Yangon), and frequent flight routes (e.g. within Oceania). The expanded infrastructure and new flight routes across Asia Pacific will help the company tackle the unprecedented growth in shipment volume and address the ever-growing demand for time-definite express deliveries. … [Read more...] about DHL Express recognized as Global Express Provider of the Year
Oxfam International executive director pushes for equality, sustainability amid COVID-19
We urge them to guarantee universal, quality public services and ensure that everyone, no matter the color of your skin or the size of your pay packet, gets quality healthcare – something many countries have been able to achieve; with Costa Rica showing it can be achieved within a decade. It means ensuring universal education – so no girl is forced out of school for lack of money – and universal social protection so no one is forced into poverty when they lose their job. … [Read more...] about Oxfam International executive director pushes for equality, sustainability amid COVID-19
