UAE launches Platform for Scientific Laboratories to drive R&D investment
Gathering major research institutions, the Platform for Scientific Laboratories aims to reduce the cost of research activities by 30%.
Small Industries Development Bank of India supports Common Service Centres as access points for electronic services
The Small Industries Development
Bank of India will provide financial aid to village level entrepreneurs who
operate the Common Service Centres that act as access points for the delivery
of electronic services.
LTA releases guidelines for inward-facing in-vehicle recording devices to safeguard privacy
Under the latest guidelines, PSV owners must obtain LTA’s approval to install inward-facing IVRDs. The guidelines will come into effect on 22 June 2018.
Indonesian government encourages growth of digital industry economy to minimise economic gap
New
start-ups are expected to create equality, financial inclusion, and
digitalisation.
India announces telecommunication plans to improve connectivity in Meghalaya
Indian Cabinet approves implementation of the CTDP for the North East region in Meghalaya through USOF.
Digital licences for NSW drivers available on mobile devices from as early as 2019
Available through the Service NSW app, the digital drivers’ licence allows drivers to view, show, update, and renew that licence.
ADB finances first ever utility-scale solar PV plants in Indonesia in US$160-million renewables deal
The investment will help construct, operate, and maintain a portfolio of energy projects, including a wind farm and four solar PV plants in eastern Indonesia.
