Digital transformation best practices

Ryan Gersava, Founder and President of Virtualahan Inc., Philippines"Our experience taught us that Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) are positive investments. Together with Microsoft, we train them for competitive employment in the digital economy. Employers especially noted their loyalty and passion for learning; jobs liberate them from the destructive impact of poverty and low self-esteem. Unfortunately, the PWDs are already left behind because of outdated labour practices in the Philippines. The impact of 4IR and COVID-19 could push down even further unless we act now by making inclusive hiring the new normal." … [Read more...] about Microsoft, Non-Profits and employer partners launch program to increase employability for people with disabilities in Asia Pacific

Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh attended the ASEAN-China Ministerial Meeting held online within the framework of the 53rd ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM 53) and related meetings on September 9. He also co-chaired the 21st ASEAN+3 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and the ASEAN-Japan Ministerial Meeting, and attended the ASEAN-RoK Ministerial Meeting. At the ASEAN-China Ministerial Meeting, the ministers shared the view that the strategic partnership between ASEAN and China has brought about practical interests to both sides. ASEAN applauded China’s cooperation and support in the fight against COVID-19, and suggested the country actively participate in the grouping’s initiatives like the COVID-19 response fund, regional reserves of medical supplies and recovery framework. The two sides agreed to step up cooperation in such priority areas as digital economic development, cyber security, natural disaster … [Read more...] about ASEAN steps up cooperation with China, Japan, RoK

In the large cities of Hanoi and HCM City, exam preparation classes run by excellent teachers are always overcrowded. Students from cities and provinces flock to the cities to attend the classes, because they cannot access high-quality lessons in their localities. … [Read more...] about Over 100,000 people learn online with ‘Make in Vietnam’ platform