This has transformed Indonesia into the nickel superpower globally and uses that position to create an end-to-end EV supply chain, including mines and smelters to cathode precursors, battery cells, and vehicle assembly. By 2023 the portion of global mined nickel had increased to approximately half, and by 2024 had passed more than 56 percent, with production growing by an average …

The practice of mindfulness and meditation is becoming popular in Indonesia where individuals are trying to find balance amidst the hectic lives of modernity. With the busy lifestyle in Jakarta and the relaxing holidays in Bali, more Indonesians are finding ways in which mindfulness can be used to alleviate stress, enhance concentration and support emotional health. As digital wellness tools …

Japan is a country where culture and traditions are abundant and people of the country are very hospitable. Nonetheless, it should be borne in mind that respect, cleanliness, and harmony are the main values of the Japanese society to which the visitors need to adhere to. It is important to behave in the right way when in Japan because this …

A jeepney queue at Cubao. Sticky afternoon heat, horns, a small beep near the cashier. Wallet apps rising in the Philippines is not a slogan here, it is a habit forming in real time. A QR by the stall, a tap, a chime. Simple, quick, slightly addictive. What Are Wallet Apps and How They Work A wallet app stores money …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken over Thailand’s future educational system as it has introduced new vocational programs focusing on AI. The project is a joint effort by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, and it is the intention to make students aware of AI and give them the tools needed for industries …

A factory shift ends. Workers rinse sticky aloe gel off their hands, the air smells a little green and sweet. The question sits on every headline desk this week: who is the largest aloe vera producer in the world. Industry trackers point to one name. Clear enough, for now. Who Is the Largest Aloe Vera Producer in the World? Across …

Just knowing how to say hello in Korean is not enough — it is really your first move into the attractive Korean culture. Friendships in Korea have a wide spectrum of greetings, from the most common ones between friends to the respectful and polite ones addressed to the elders. How about we learn the different ways of greeting a Korean …

With the progress of Thailand through its Thailand 4.0 project, the need of digital skills is transforming the workforce of the country. By 2025, AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity will become core competencies of businesses in the areas of technology, finance, and manufacturing. As the digital transformation is gaining momentum, experts in cloud computing, blockchain and software development will find …

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) of the UAE in collaboration with the 1 Billion Followers Summit have partnered with YouTube star MrBeast to start 1 Billion Acts of Kindness. The program seeks to make social media influence a force of good by motivating the acts of compassion in real life. The collaboration is a combination of …

Asian street food is adored in the world due to its spicy taste, colorful appearance, and scents that cannot be resisted. The sizzling noodles, spicy skewers, there is no resistance to such tasty ingredients. Nevertheless, most of the common street foods are either deep-fried or rich in sodium and sugar. The good news? You have not lost your favorites, but …