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Singapore and Vietnam's foreign ministers meet to accelerate digital economy partnerships and mutual health certificate recognition, marking the first ministerial visit since COVID-19 pandemic began.

Petronas and SEA Ltd are among prominent Malaysian companies exploring digital banking licenses. The potential applicants include Genting, YTL Corp, Sarawak government, and Grab Holdings. This development indicates Malaysia's strategy to modernize its financial services sector and attract innovative digital banking solutions.

Health experts confirm facial coverings are crucial in coronavirus prevention. Our research explores how cloth masks work against Flügge droplets, which carry virus particles. Understanding droplet size and transmission helps individuals make informed protection choices during pandemic scenarios.

A literature review by researchers from Karolinska Institutet and McMaster University found that cloth face masks provide clinically meaningful filtration levels. While direct proof of SARS-CoV-2 transmission reduction requires further research, the study suggests cloth masks could be an important tool in limiting virus spread.

A new study reveals surgical masks are most effective at preventing droplet spread, with multi-layered cloth masks offering the next best protection. Researchers filmed people in various mask scenarios to demonstrate how different masks impact virus transmission.

A study by McMaster University researchers found that cloth masks, particularly multi-layered cotton masks, can help prevent COVID-19 spread by blocking respiratory droplets and contamination from the wearer.

Vietnamese products are experiencing surging demand in the United States, with imports reaching $67 billion in 2019 - a 36% increase. As American companies diversify supply chains away from China, Vietnam has become a crucial export partner across agricultural, electronic, clothing, and furniture sectors.