KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) — The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), together with five leading corporations, has launched the TAGTHAi Pass, a Thaidigital travel pass to bolster Thailand’s tourism industry.
The corporations are AIS, TRUE, Kasikorn Bank, ThaiBev and Dusit Thani.
According to a statement, the pass provided an added sales and distribution channel to create more opportunities for tourism operators to earn income by gainingmore access to travellers worldwide while also providing travellers with a convenient tool when travelling in Thailand.
It said TAGTHAi Pass is Thailand’s first digital pass for tourism where travellers can use the pass from the TAGTHAi application, which is available on both iOS and Android.
The TAGTHAi application is a one-stop tourism service platform for travelling in Thailand, providing travellers with the travel pass, travel tips and emergency contactservice.
The TAGTHAi Pass allows tourists to access a variety of selected tourism services, especially those recommended by locals, including attractions, restaurants, massage and spas, unique local activities and many more.
The all-in-one travel pass gives travellers the benefits and offers that can be redeemed by scanning the unique QR code on the application.
With TAGTHAi Pass, travellers can enjoy sightseeing, activities and dining experiences in Thailand’s top travel cities, including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket and more cities to be launched.
HONG KONG, Aug 30 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — The Peak Tram, Asia’s oldest funicular railway and a must-visit attraction in Hong Kong, will take visitors on a spell-binding ride to the Peak again with a redesigned tramcar, terminus ushers and upgraded facilities starting on 27 August 2022. The new Peak Tram will reward passengers with a mesmerising panorama of Victoria Harbour and a fresh, enhanced experience, making it one of the latest developments in the many exciting tourist attractions and experiences in Hong Kong.
The new Peak Tram dons the classic “Peak Tram Green”, in a nod to its heritage and earlier generations of tramcars in the 20th century. It provides a 75% increase in capacity, carrying 210 passengers, and its larger windows offer an unobstructed, panoramic vista of the world-famous skyline of Hong Kong.
In addition to the modern design of the tramcar, the tram termini have been refurbished, offering an engaging and entertaining experience to passengers with five engagement zones. As they enter the Central Terminus, visitors are welcomed by the Eye of Infinity, a 10-metre-tall sculpture featuring a constantly evolving light display that embodies Hong Kong’s spirit of ascension, while Go Wild At The Peak showcases the diverse wildlife found at the Peak with a wrap-around, full-immersion video experience. The centennial history of the Peak Tram since 1888 comes alive in dynamic experiences at The Beating Heart, An Icon is Born, and Once Upon a Tram.
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 (Bernama) — Saint Lucia (St Lucia) took third place in this year’s instalment of the citizenship by investment (CBI) Index – which ranks 13countries with operational CBI programmes.
This year, St Lucia was ranked alongside Antigua and Barbuda, Austria, Cambodia, Dominica, Egypt, Grenada, Jordan, Malta, Montenegro, St Kitts and Nevis, Turkey, and Vanuatu, according to a statement.
The CBI Index ranked these jurisdictions across nine pillars, namely Freedom of Movement, Standard of Living, Minimum Investment Outlay, Mandatory Travel or Residence, Citizenship Timeline, Ease of Processing, Due Diligence, Family and Certainty of Product.
Having recently welcomed Mc Claude Emmanuel to the position of chief executive officer of its CBI unit, St Lucia was recognised for its affordable minimum investment outlay, reasonable mandatory travel or residence requirements and ease of application processing.
In addition, it has scored eight out of 10 in the Certainty of Product pillar, which encompasses a range of factors that measure a programme’s certainty across five different dimensions: longevity, popularity and renown, stability, reputation, and adaptability.
Seen as an industry voice and reliable source for those looking to vet CBI programmes worldwide, the CBI Index is published annually by the Private Wealth Management magazine, a publication of the Financial Times, and in partnership with CS Global Partners.
DALLAS, Aug 25 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — Mary Kay Inc., a global advocate for corporate sustainability and stewardship, has long been on the frontlines of the fight to protect our oceans. Recently, representatives from the brand participated in Making Waves: Women Leaders in Ocean Conservation, a virtual panel hosted by The Nature Conservancy, the global environmental nonprofit whose goal is to create a world where people and nature can thrive.
During the event, panelists discussed how women leaders from across the globe are spearheading efforts to restore the health of our oceans—but more must be done. Other key themes included the empowerment, education, and motivation of the next generation along with the importance of local leadership.
Other panelists joining Mary Kay included:
Dr. Lizzie Mcleod, Global Reefs Lead, The Nature Conservancy
Dr. Sherry Constantine, Director of the Eastern Caribbean Program, The Nature Conservancy
Robyn James, Gender and Equity Advisor in Asia Pacific, The Nature Conservancy
Selina N. Leem, Climate warrior and poet from the Marshall Islands
Jennifer Morris, CEO, The Nature Conservancy
“Elevating and supporting ocean and climate champions globally is an essential way we tackle the dual biodiversity and climate crisis,” said Dr. Lizzie Mcleod, The Nature Conservancy’s Global Reef Lead. “Additionally, increasing women’s ability to participate in and lead ocean conservation and climate action ensures projects better address the needs of communities, are more sustainable and more equitable, and create a win-win for people and nature.”
Mary Kay understands any threat to the health of our oceans is an existential threat to us all and we are committed to working with other leaders in this space to make a difference.
To read more about Mary Kay’s commitment to sustainability, visit marykayglobal.com/sustainability and download Mary Kay’s global sustainability strategy: Enriching Lives Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow.
About The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters, and oceans at an unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably, and helping make cities more sustainable. Working in 79 countries and territories, we use a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. To learn more, visit www.nature.org or follow @nature_press on Twitter.
About Mary Kay Inc.
One of the original glass ceiling breakers, Mary Kay Ash founded her dream beauty company in 1963 with one goal: enriching women’s lives. That dream has blossomed into a multibillion-dollar company with millions of independent sales force members in nearly 40 countries. As an entrepreneurship development company, Mary Kay is committed to empowering women on their journey through education, mentorship, advocacy, networking, and innovation. Mary Kay is dedicated to investing in the science behind beauty and manufacturing cutting-edge skincare, color cosmetics, nutritional supplements, and fragrances. Mary Kay believes in enriching lives today for a sustainable tomorrow, partnering with organizations from around the world focusing on promoting business excellence, supporting cancer research, advancing gender equality, protecting survivors of domestic abuse, beautifying our communities, and encouraging children to follow their dreams. Learn more at marykayglobal.com, find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or follow us on Twitter.
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) — Recognising that improving the lives of rural women is key to fighting poverty and achieving sustainable development, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) China and Mary Kay launched the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Pilot Village Project in Waipula, Yunnan Province, China in 2017.
The launch was in collaboration with the China Women’s Development Foundation, the China International Center for Economic and Technical Exchanges, the Women’s Federation of Yunnan Province and Yongren County Government.
The joint project was entitled SDG Pilot Village Project: Women-focused Poverty Reduction and Sustainable Development (2017-2021).
According to a statement, the project addressed the structural barriers to women’s labour market participation, including through the provision of social protection and the creation of green entrepreneurial opportunities through ecotourism, coupled with efforts to enhance women’s leadership in community decision-making forums.
The outcomes of Phase 1 of the project provided compelling evidence of the transformational effect that a gender-responsive approach can make to localising the SDGs and in the design of policy and programmatic responses for a post-COVID-19 green and inclusive recovery.
Women from the Yi ethnic group became the drivers of economic growth and poverty reduction through targeted gender-specific interventions that advanced an inclusive local economy and the preservation of their cultural heritage.
The pilot highlighted the potential of multi-stakeholder partnerships, including the private sector, in advancing the SDGs while maximising the development impact of women’s entrepreneurship.
UNDP China, together with Mary Kay China and local public sector partners, worked with women entrepreneurs to ensure they were equipped with the tools and education necessary to become economic actors.
UNDP China and project partners will soon move to Phase 2 (2022-2024) which aims to accelerate entrepreneurship; promote diversity and inclusion; and, advance green development.
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