India offers online employment services during COVID-19
India has hosted 76 online job fairs, where the complete employment process, from job posting to the selection of a candidate, can be done on the portal.
DOLE launches online services delivery system in the Philippines
Amid the global health crisis, the Philippines Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE)-Region IV-A is leveraging the networked public and cyberspace to simplify its processes and observe alternative work arrangements and other health and safety protocols. By conceiving new systems, ways to communicate, and approaches, DOLE’s new online services can be used to minimise work […]
Vietnam pushes for non-cash payment solutions
The central bank will complete a legal framework for non-cash payments and e-payments and submit a draft to the government for approval.
Thai hospital pilots new ER service with 5G tech
During the Covid-19 crisis, the government has adopted a “new normal” for emergency care, using technology to ease hospital crowding and boost safety for medics, patients, and their relatives.
Indian smart city launches IT initiatives against COVID-19
The city developed a tracker system that includes a web portal and mobile application to track people with travel history, or who have met people that tested positive for COVID-19.
HKSTP announces record number of graduates from incubation programmes
Results reinforce Hong Kong as a world-class destination for global innovators, entrepreneurs and R&D talent. 78 graduates were from HKSTP’s incubation programmes, Incu-Tech, Incu-App and Incu-Bio, and 30 from the new pre-incubation STEP.
COVID-19 technology: DICT activates GovNet project for info drive
GovNet will mend the gaps in disseminating information and advisories on the COVID-19 crisis.