Affairs

U.S. launches private refugee sponsorship program

The U.S. State Department launched a new program on Thursday called the Welcome Corps that will allow Americans to privately sponsor refugees applying to move to the United States.The program, formed in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health an…

Investments in WASH Can Help Nepal Reduce Climate Health Risks

In Nepal, dengue fever has spread at an alarming rate, with nationwide outbreaks experienced in 2019 and 2022. Findings of a study showed that the projected increase in temperatures due to climate change could result in higher cases of vector-borne dis…

US Negotiators in Taiwan for New Talks on Trade Pact

A high-level delegation from the United States is in Taiwan this week to resume negotiations on a new trade initiative between Washington and the self-ruled island.The delegation, led by Terry McCartin, the assistant trade representative for China in t…

China’s 2022 growth seen as its lowest in 40 years

China’s economic growth for 2022 is expected to have been among its weakest in four decades after the twin crises of the pandemic and property woes, analysts said ahead of Tuesday’s GDP announcement.Ten experts interviewed by AFP forecast an average 2….

Thailand launches tourism promotion campaign to boost economy

Thailand’s tourism authority on Thursday announced an annual plan to boost its economy through elevated and experience-based tourism, Trend reports citing Xinhua.Under the theme of “Amazing New Chapters,” the new campaign aims for a full resumption of …

Thailand Launched Tourism Promotion Campaign To Boost Economy

BANGKOK, Thailand’s tourism authority, yesterday, announced an annual plan, to boost its economy through elevated and experience-based tourism.Under the theme of “Amazing New Chapters,” the new campaign aims for a full resumption of Thai tourism this y…