Singapore: Diagnostics and Digital Health
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Singapore is prioritising diagnostics as a cornerstone of healthcare to address the challenges posed by an ageing population and rising chronic diseases, with a focus on early disease detection, innovative digital tools, and a culture of health awareness.
Australia’s Unified Approach to Tech and Innovation
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TCA and the Business Council of Australia launch the Parliamentary Friendship Group on Tech and Innovation, aiming to propel Australia’s tech sector and create 1.2 million tech jobs by 2030, fostering collaboration between Parliament and the tech industry.
Empowering Indonesia’s Digital Industry
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The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Information Technology supports digitalisation in alignment with the ‘Making Indonesia 4.0’ initiative, aiming to improve product quality and competitiveness.
Taiwan and Germany Partner for Smart Manufacturing
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The two nations have joined forces to foster innovation in smart manufacturing, with the goal of creating a brighter future that promises superior technology solutions and global competitiveness.
New Zealand Collaborates on Cybersecurity
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New Zealand’s NCSC and CERT NZ, in collaboration with the U.S. CISA and other cybersecurity agencies, released updated guidance, emphasising secure-by-design principles and exploring related themes for comprehensive cybersecurity strategies.
China’s Belt and Road Initiative Fostering Global Economic Recovery
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The Belt and Road Initiative’s digital collaboration and infrastructure development are catalysing global economic recovery and fostering a new era of international cooperation and prosperity.
Washington University: Building Safer Autonomous Vehicles
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Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis are addressing AV safety challenges with WashU Mini-City, addressing perceptual vulnerabilities in rare and unexpected situations.
Smart Cities in the Philippines Fuel Digital Economy
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The Philippines is advancing toward Smart Cities, emphasising people-centric governance, technological efficiency, and sustainability; aims to address job creation and harness technology for a brighter future.