Travellers from some countries temporarily barred from Langkawi bubble programme
The ban also applies to those with a history of having travelled to these countries within 14 days.
Philippines fails to hit 9 million target in 3-day national Covid-19 vaccine drive
Despite not achieving its goal, Health Undersecretary Myrna Cabotaje said the government is still “very happy” with its achievement.
Grab shares soared then dropped in Nasdaq debut, bell-ringing ceremony held in S’pore
Grab's listing is the biggest by a South-east Asian company.
Korea’s push for bringing normal life back marred by omicron, soaring cases
In November, 29 people died of Covid-19 per day on average, higher than the previous month’s average of 12 daily deaths.
‘Full-cycle’ production of Sputnik V vaccine to be set up in Việt Nam
The deal also covers the expansion of Sputnik V vaccine supply sources in Việt Nam as well as nearby countries and territories.
Fertiliser crisis could spell economic disaster, experts warn
Essential farm nutrients could be in short supply in Nepal amid global shortages.
Friends for hire a booming industry for South Korean weddings
A Korea Herald reporter takes the job of pretending to be one’s friend at a wedding.
Korea to foster 89,000 more software talents by 2025
Science Ministry to provide AI, software learning programs to enlisted soldiers starting next year.
S. Korea to limit private gatherings to 6 in capital area, 8 elsewhere
Currently the cap is 10 people in the capital area and 12 in other regions.
China supports declaration of Korean War’s end: Chung Wa Dae
While the two sides are making efforts to resume dialogue with North Korea, they agreed that it is important to manage the situation on the Korean Peninsula stably.