Economy
Hitachi Construction Machinery Launches a New Global Brand Campaign in Advance of Changing the Company Name and Brand to "LANDCROS" in April 2027
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (President and Executive Officer: Masafumi Senzaki; hereafter referred to as “Hitachi Construction Machinery”) announces that it will change its trade name to LANDCROS Corporation and its corporate brand to “LANDCROS” effective April 1, 2027.
Economy
Renewing and Elevating ASEAN People-to-People Diplomacy
The Viet Nam-Singapore Friendship Association has proposed, taken the lead in, and coordinated the organisation of a conference on ASEAN people-to-people diplomacy, with the aim of making it an annual event. The conference is expected to launch the digital platform “ASEAN friendship bridge” to strengthen connections among organisations and partners across the region and promote practical, long-term cooperation initiatives.
Economy
India's first indigenous bullet train is being built
The indigenous B28 trainset, being manufactured by Integral Coach Factory and BEML, is designed for a speed of 280 kmph, with track trials expected by mid-2027
Connecting International Resources to Promote Green Development and Climate Change Adaptation
Strengthening multilateral cooperation, mobilizing green finance, applying science and technology, and enhancing community participation are among the solutions proposed by international organizations to promote green development, climate change adaptation, and sustainable livelihoods in Viet Nam.
Qashier Launches QashierGM, an AI General Manager That Works With the Whole Team
Qashier, the unified merchant operating system serving more than 25,000 businesses across Southeast Asia, today launched QashierGM, an AI general manager that works with a merchant’s whole team. Available at no additional cost to all Qashier merchants in Singapore, QashierGM lives in QashierHQ, the web and mobile app (Android and iOS) merchants use to manage their sales, payouts, products and staff. Owners can ask it about sales, payouts and products in plain language. Merchants on the Qashier plan also get Crew, a new team chat where staff can bring QashierGM into any conversation by tagging @GM. Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines follow in November.
India’s farm story: A decade of Transformation
Our ambition should be to develop Indian agriculturalproducts with globally recognised quality, traceability, safety and branding
Women in Quang Tri's Mountainous Areas Proactively Seek Markets for Local Agricultural Products
Bringing 23 locally produced agricultural products to a trade fair in Ho Chi Minh City, ethnic minority women from Quang Tri province had the opportunity to introduce their products directly to customers, learn about consumer demand, and explore opportunities to sell their products beyond their local communities.
150 deep-tech startup stalls, global research partnerships at Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 on 27 October 2026 at 5:30 PM at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. He will also address the gathering on the occasion.
PETRONAS Lubricants International and UM Motorcycles Announce Strategic Global Partnership to Power the Future of Riding
PETRONAS Lubricants International (PLI) and UM Motorcycles have entered a strategic partnership to enhance motorcycle performance, reliability and the overall customer experience across UM Motorcycles’ key markets worldwide.
India’s Bid to Host the 2036 Olympics
As informed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in early October, India is one of the seven nations aiming to host the 2036 Games.
India’s manufacturing ecosystem is undergoing a transformation
India's manufacturing ecosystem is undergoing a major transformation including defense from import dependence towards self-reliance. Profits are catching up fast, and it is no longer just a growth story.
Oxfam and VCCI-HCM Help Businesses Improve Management and Connect with Markets
Training and consultancy programmes have helped many shrimp and rice businesses and cooperatives improve management, working conditions and customer outreach. To continue developing, these enterprises need support in terms of expertise, resources and market connections tailored to their specific circumstances.
Tay Ninh and Thanh Hoa Seek Investment Partners and Market Expansion Opportunities in Bulgaria
During a recent working visit to Bulgaria, the provinces of Tay Ninh and Thanh Hoa connected with local businesses to explore investment opportunities and expand markets for their goods. Two letters of intent for cooperation were also signed between the Trakia Economic Zone (Bulgaria) and two entities from Thanh Hoa Province.
Seven decades of the India-UNDP partnership
Years before the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) was formally established in 1965, UN technical cooperation was already supporting India's efforts to strengthen its scientific and engineering capabilities.
India converts gas-fuelled plant for green ammonia
The facility is targeting an annual output of 1.1 million tonnes of green ammonia.
India’s Startups Are Srengthening the Country’s Space Tech Boom
India's aerospace industry is set to grow at twice the pace of the global market, with space startups leveraging state backed funds, forming constructive partnerships with ISRO, to create a globally competitive space ecosystem in South Asia.
ZTE Launches M8000 Intelligent Computing Micro-Module Data Center, New-Gen AIDC IT POD Solution for Global Deployment
ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions. ZTE has officially launched the new-generation integrated IT POD solution, ZXEDC M8000 Intelligent Computing Micro-Module, at Data Center World Asia, Asia’s premier data center event. Addressing industry pain points driven by the AI computing boom, soaring rack power density, uncertain business iteration, and the transition from air cooling to liquid cooling-the solution delivers a high-density, scalable and evolvable intelligent computing foundation for data center clients worldwide.
Mountains and Seas Unite for a New Chapter: "Sojourn in Guizhou" International Promotion Conference Held in Macao
On October 17, the “Sojourn in Guizhou” International Promotion Conference, co-hosted by the Department of Culture and Tourism, Information Office, Department of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, and Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of Guizhou Province, was held in Macao. Around 200 cultural and tourism representatives from Macao and Guizhou gathered to explore bilateral cooperation opportunities and jointly map out a blueprint for the sojourn industry.
Vietnamese And Bulgarian Businesses Seek Further Cooperation Opportunities
On October 17th in Hanoi, the Viet Nam-Bulgaria Friendship Association organized a program titled "Business Exchange to Promote Economic, Trade and Tourism Cooperation between Viet Nam and Bulgaria”. The program aims to strengthen business connections, expand cooperation opportunities, and contribute to deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.
India enhances ability for cancer drug price caps, lowering prices of 137 medicines
India will reduce the prices of as many as 137 cancer drugs by 70%, the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said on Saturday, as it widened price controls in a bid to make treatment more affordable.
Carlsberg Asia Partners with Grab to Deliver a New Dining Experience
Carlsberg brewing expert Zoran Gojkovic showcases Hanoi’s vibrant local dining scene and invites diners to discover the culinary heritage of Hue, with exciting limited-time offers on Grab Dine Out and Grab rides.
Hong Kong and Chinese Enterprises Go Global Together: Bringing Enormous Opportunities to Global Talent in the UK
Global Talent & Career Showcase was organised by Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE) on 17 and 18 October 2026 at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London. The showcase was supported by the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development Office and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London. Over 200 quality job openings offered by more than 50 leading enterprises from Hong Kong and China, with more than 4,500 visits recorded.
India’s Economic Growth Deserves Celebration with a growth forecast about 7%
Economist Kyunghoon Kim says India's economic growth over the past decade deserves celebration as global institutions raise their growth forecasts above 7%.
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