The Sri Lankan government has lifted a ban on social media platforms intended to stop the spread of rumors after the Easter Sunday bombings, a source from the president's office said on Tuesday. The ban on platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Viber has been lifted with immediate effect, the source told Reuters. Security in Buddhist-majority Sri Lanka remains tight after the April 21 suicide bomb attacks on hotels and churches that killed more than 250 people, including 42 foreign nationals. … [Read more...] about News Sri Lanka lifts ban on social media, security remains tight
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Sri Lanka lifts ban on social media, security remains tight
Technology The Sri Lankan government has lifted a ban on social media platforms intended to stop the spread of rumours after the Easter Sunday bombings, a source from the president's office said on Tuesday. 30 Apr 2019 01:55PM Bookmark REUTERS: The Sri Lankan government has lifted a ban on social media platforms intended to stop the spread of rumours after the Easter Sunday bombings, a source from the president's office said on Tuesday.The ban on platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Viber has been lifted with immediate effect, the source told Reuters.Security in Buddhist-majority Sri Lanka remains tight after the April 21 suicide bomb attacks on hotels and churches that killed more than 250 people, including 42 foreign nationals.(Reporting By Shri Navaratnam and Shihar Aneez; editing by Darren Schuettler) … [Read more...] about Sri Lanka lifts ban on social media, security remains tight
SaigonBank Berjaya Securities partners Thai brokerage company
PETALING JAYA: SaigonBank Berjaya Securities JSC (SBBS) and Thailand’s KT ZMICO Securities Co Ltd (KTZ) are teaming up to provide corporate advisory services to clients from partner countries. The collaboration between SBBS and KTZ will provide in-depth corporate services to clients from both countries as well as other countries in the Asean region where their businesses are present. SBBS is a licensed securities company in Vietnam and is a joint venture between Inter-Pacific Securities Sdn Bhd with local Vietnamese partners. The corporate advisory services to be offered to the companies’ clients include primary market/investment banking, secondary markets and other related services such as cross-border securities brokerage and strategic partnership. “The objective is to widen the area of business opportunities to allow not only single entry but bilateral entry via Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Myanmar and Laos. In addition, clients from these countries whom have … [Read more...] about SaigonBank Berjaya Securities partners Thai brokerage company
Security beefed up in Tokyo as emperor prepares to abdicate
TOKYO: Divers scoured moats around the Imperial Palace and police dogs sniffed in bushes on Monday (Apr 29) as authorities ramped up security for the start of Japan's new "Reiwa" imperial era.The new era begins on Wednesday when Crown Prince Naruhito ascends the Chrysanthemum Throne a day after the abdication of his father, Emperor Akihito, brings to an end the 31-year Heisei era.Police stepped up security at the Imperial Palace, a 115 hectare site that is home to the emperor and empress in the heart of Tokyo.Officers poked at bushes with steel sticks to check for hidden objects, while dogs sniffed nearby. Divers checked the murky water of a dozen moats that surround the palace.Public access to the plaza in front of the palace will be restricted during the abdication and ascension ceremonies.Security will be tight at Naruhito's residence in the Akasaka royal estate, a police official said."We will be enhancing security to prevent illegal behaviour, including terrorism acts, from … [Read more...] about Security beefed up in Tokyo as emperor prepares to abdicate
Barcelona turn attention to Liverpool after securing La Liga title
After sealing their eighth La Liga title in 11 years, Barcelona are shifting their sights to a third Champions League crown in nine seasons. The Catalan side secured their 26th domestic league title with a 1-0 win over Levante yesterday morning (Singapore time), thanks to Lionel Messi who came off the bench to score in the 62nd minute. In the process, Barca have closed in on Real Madrid's record tally of 33. But Barca midfielder Ivan Rakitic is hoping that the players don't let their title victory get to their heads. "The players and the fans should enjoy this night without going over the top," he said. "When we wake up tomorrow, we have to prepare for what comes next, we have to think about Liverpool, who have an incredible team and a brilliant coach." The Croat was referring to the Champions League semi-final, first leg with Liverpool at the Nou Camp on Thursday morning. With an eye on the match, Barca coach Ernesto Valverde started with Messi on the bench, along with Sergio … [Read more...] about Barcelona turn attention to Liverpool after securing La Liga title