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Contract Professionals Gain Traction in Hong Kong’s Challenging Economy: 63% of Employers Hire Contractors in 2024

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – Despite a dimmer economic outlook for 2024 in Hong Kong, a recent survey by leading specialist professional recruitment firm Robert Walters found that the demand for contract roles in Hong Kong remains strong amidst the challenging climate.

The findings are from Robert Walters’ upcoming “Hong Kong Contractor Recruitment Guide”, which surveyed over 300 business decision-makers across multiple sectors about their contractor hiring plans and challenges. The survey revealed that 63% of employers are going to hire contractors in 2024. 51% of them have already started contractor recruitment in 2023, while 12% didn’t hire contractors in 2023. Notably, sectors such as IT, accounting & finance, human resources, and business support are experiencing significant demand for contract talent.

The findings indicate that the key reasons employers are turning to contract workers include the ability to staff short-term assignments (43%), the lack of permanent headcount budget (29%), and the need for specialised skills and expertise (20%). Matthew Sullivan, senior manager of Robert Walters Hong Kong financial services contract division, explained, “Contractors are becoming an essential part of the workforce strategy, providing the agility and specialised skill sets that organisations require to adapt under uncertain economic times.”

Professionals are increasingly considering contract positions

For years, the traditional mindset among Hong Kong employees has been one of aversion to non-permanent, contractor-based work, influenced by the city’s strong preference for long-term, salaried positions as the ideal career path. Employees tended to view contracting work as less stable and culturally unacceptable.

However, the demand for contingent workers for short-term tech projects in recent years and the arrival of a new generation of workers are challenging this long-standing perspective. More employers are seeking multi-disciplinary talent rather than just highly specialised individuals. Contractors can provide the versatility of experience to tackle complex, cross-functional projects. “It has become increasingly common for professionals to take on contractor roles to gain exposure to new industries, technologies, and projects in a short space of time.” Commented Pinki Chan, manager of Robert Walters Hong Kong tech & transformation contract division.
Gen Z’s entrepreneurial mindset

Young workers tend to prioritise roles that enrich their lives across mental, emotional, and experiential dimensions. They place real value on being able to let their work “do the talking” rather than the hours served. Pinki added, “Contract roles provide young professionals with the perfect springboard to be the best in their field. While it can open the door to a new industry or type of work, contractors can enjoy higher flexibility to plan longer holidays and go for training to upgrade their skills”.

According to the Robert Walters top talent trends in recruitment guide, 9 out of 10 Gen Z professionals see remote/hybrid working as the biggest lever when choosing a role. This younger generation prioritise work-life balance, and flexibility is proving to be a valuable target for companies seeking agile talent, making contractor positions increasingly appealing. The survey by Robert Walters shows that flexible working arrangements is the most common perk for employers (35%) to appeal to contractors.

Tapping into the GBA talent pool

The survey also states 51% of employers trying to hire contractors in Hong Kong cited sourcing skilled contractors as their top challenge. This “talent crunch” is driving employers to explore new avenues for finding the specialised expertise they require.

In response, employers are increasingly looking beyond the local talent pool and turning to the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for contractor hires, which the HK government’s Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) has facilitated this trend, with an increase of working visas issued. Notably, 60% of GBA talent who are looking to work in Hong Kong have stated they are open to being employed as contract workers from the GBA talent survey by Robert Walters. This suggests a more favourable view of contractor roles in the region, as opposed to the traditional Hong Kong mindset against contracting work. The growing openness to contractor roles among the GBA talent pool presents an opportunity for employers to bridge their skills gap.

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Robert Walters Hong Kong

Established in 1985, Robert Walters is one of the world’s leading specialist professional recruitment consultancies spanning 31 markets. The Hong Kong office specialises in placing high-calibre professionals on a permanent or contract basis in the following specialities: accounting & finance, construction, property & engineering, financial services, HR & business support, legal & compliance, sales & marketing, supply chain, logistics & procurement, and tech & transformation.

The Robert Walters Hong Kong contract team focuses on a wide range of contract, interim and temporary hire from mid-level to senior management. We also offer an end-to-end resourcing and payroll service. For more information, please visit

Contract Professionals Gain Traction in Hong Kong's Challenging Economy: 63% of Employers Hire Contractors in 2024

Philippine Airlines Partners with ViewQwest to Elevate Network and Security Infrastructure

The Philippines’ leading international airline taps award-winning Singapore telco and managed security services provider for network and security transformation

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – Philippine Airlines (PAL), Asia’s pioneering commercial airline and the nation’s flag carrier, has appointed Singapore telco and MSSP ViewQwest, to upgrade its network and security infrastructure as it forges ahead with its digital innovation and transformation roadmap.

(L to R): ViewQwest's Chief Operating Officer - Jurist Francisco, Philippine Airlines’ Vice President of IT Operations - Angelique Tinsay, Chief Information Officer - Aurea Patria Vidal, Senior IT Manager - Alejandro S. Sol Cruz, and ViewQwest's Chief Executive Officer - Vignesa Moorthy
(L to R): ViewQwest’s Chief Operating Officer – Jurist Francisco, Philippine Airlines’ Vice President of IT Operations – Angelique Tinsay, Chief Information Officer – Aurea Patria Vidal, Senior IT Manager – Alejandro S. Sol Cruz, and ViewQwest’s Chief Executive Officer – Vignesa Moorthy

The landmark project will implement next-generation network and security technologies across Philippine-based sites and branches. It will also leverage a managed service framework to ensure optimum service levels vital to the seamless operation of the country’s largest international airline. The strategic enhancements will improve network performance and business resilience, forming a robust foundation for the airline’s digital transformation and continued innovation.

The partnership was sealed at an executive briefing and project team assembly hosted at The Sheraton Manila. Senior technical and business leaders from PAL and ViewQwest, together with key stakeholders and project heads, gathered for the occasion. The partnership was formalized by Philippine Airlines’ Chief Information Officer, Aurea Patria Vidal, and Vice President of IT Operations, Angelique Tinsay, together with ViewQwest’s Chief Executive Officer, Vignesa Moorthy, and Chief Operating Officer, Jurist Francisco.

PAL is poised to reap extensive advantages from the upgraded network and security infrastructure. The consolidated network and security operations will offer enhanced visibility, control, and security of the network. This will enable PAL’s IT teams to focus on core business operations and high-value strategic initiatives, while being assured of consistent threat protection.

PAL projects that the integrated and simplified architecture, managed in partnership with ViewQwest, will deliver tangible cost advantages across its IT and network operations. By leveraging industry-leading managed services, it foresees benefits from aggregated cost savings, minimal downtime with carrier redundancy, and expedited issue resolution.

Commenting on the partnership, ViewQwest CEO Vignesa Moorthy said, “We take great pride in supporting Philippine Airlines in their network and security transformation journey. We applaud their strategic foresight to construct a network that prioritizes security from the ground up as well as embracing managed services, freeing their teams to concentrate on driving business growth rather than managing infrastructure. This strategic multi-year partnership cements ViewQwest’s presence in the Philippines, and demonstrates our commitment to empower leading Philippine companies.”

PAL’s Chief Information Officer Aurea Vidal adds, “Whenever possible, we will seek a tailored approach for PAL’s IT needs, so we are pleased to partner with ViewQwest whose proven track record of custom solutions perfectly align with our strategic principles. By embracing a cloud-based infrastructure that is secure by design, we can amplify collaboration, enable business agility, and ensure business continuity.”

In the project assembly, the combined ViewQwest and Philippine Airlines teams affirmed their shared commitment to excellence and the success of this landmark project, marking PAL’s continued innovation leadership in the industry.

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About ViewQwest

ViewQwest is an award-winning Telecommunications and Managed Security Services Provider driven by a vision to make the world a better place, powered by safer, better internet. Founded and headquartered in Singapore since 2001, it has expanded operations and market coverage in Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam, and other countries in North and Southeast Asia.

Philippine Airlines Partners with ViewQwest to Elevate Network and Security Infrastructure

IMDA and Amazon Announce Strategic Collaboration to promote digital inclusion and safe online shopping under Digital for Life movement

  • Joint initiatives under the Digital for Life movement include community workshops with non-profit organization partners to increase Singaporeans’ awareness about how to shop online safely and protect themselves against scams, as well as getting familiar with new technologies such as Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI).
  • Corporate volunteers from Amazon.sg, Amazon Payments and AWS are partnering with IMDA to conduct the community workshops.
  • Amazon Singapore has donated S$100,000 to the Digital for Life Fund, which will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Singapore Government, in order to promote digital inclusion initiatives under the Digital for Life movement.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – Today, Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and Amazon announced a strategic collaboration under the national Digital for Life movement to help advance Singaporeans’ essential digital skills – including safe online shopping and Gen AI – through the organization of community workshops. These educational initiatives will be led by corporate volunteers from Amazon.sg, Amazon Payments and AWS, supported by IMDA.

From Left - Melody Xu, Senior Executive, Club Rainbow; Richard Goh, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Public Sector Singapore, AWS; Shirley Tay, Head of Finance and Administration, Club Rainbow; Peter Li, Director, CN & SG, International Stores, Amazon; Doreen Tan, Assistant Chief Executive, Strategic Planning & Digital Readiness, Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA); Josen George, General Manager for Amazon APAC; Sujit Misra, Director, Amazon Payments; Dr Shang Gao, Regional Director for Global Education, AWS; Eleanor Tan, Senior Executive (Outreach and Development), Children's Wishing Well
From Left – Melody Xu, Senior Executive, Club Rainbow; Richard Goh, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Public Sector Singapore, AWS; Shirley Tay, Head of Finance and Administration, Club Rainbow; Peter Li, Director, CN & SG, International Stores, Amazon; Doreen Tan, Assistant Chief Executive, Strategic Planning & Digital Readiness, Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA); Josen George, General Manager for Amazon APAC; Sujit Misra, Director, Amazon Payments; Dr Shang Gao, Regional Director for Global Education, AWS; Eleanor Tan, Senior Executive (Outreach and Development), Children’s Wishing Well

Building on IMDA’s Digital Skills for Life (DSL) competencies of “Transact Online” and “Be Safe, Smart and Kind Online” content, Amazon and IMDA have co-curated community workshop to teach Singaporeans of all ages, from kids to their grandparents, on how to shop and make payments safely and confidently online. Community workshops with family-oriented non-profit organization partners such as the Children’s Wishing Well, Club Rainbow, and Glyph Community will be conducted in September to promote and boost competency in essential digital skills among vulnerable and underprivileged communities.

According to the Singapore Police Force (SPF), scams and cybercrime continue to be a key concern. SPF revealed in their 2023 brief that the number of scam and cybercrime cases increased by 49.6% in 2023 compared to the year before. The report also shared that 73.0% of scam victims were youths, young adults and adults aged below 50, making it a priority to educate these demographics about how to protect themselves against bad actors and learn about safe online shopping and new technologies.

Amazon and IMDA’s collaboration comes after Amazon.sg achieved the highest rating possible for a third year running in April 2024 in Singapore’s E-Commerce Marketplace Transaction Safety Ratings (TSR). More recently, Amazon Singapore has joined the newly launched Global Anti-Scam Alliance’s Singapore chapter as Vice-Chair to work across industries to help protect Singapore consumers against bad actors. Amazon believes that by working together across industries and with governments around the world, we can build a world where consumers navigate their lives confident that they will not fall victim to scams. Amazon is keen to work together with others to chart a course to achieve it.

In addition to community workshops around safe online shopping and safe online transactions, Amazon’s collaboration with IMDA under the Digital for Life movement will see workshops conducted by Amazon Web Services (AWS) to educate Singaporeans about Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) and new technologies, highlighting their functional benefits in our daily lives and encouraging responsible use. The first AWS community workshop on Gen AI was conducted in June 2024 with Singapore’s National Library Board, which taught attendees – ranging from primary school children to retirees – about how to use AI models to create an application. These initiatives support the AWS AI Spring Communities program which focuses on community development with AI, as part of AWS’s recently announced flagship program, AWS AI Spring Singapore. Under AWS AI Spring, AWS will train 5,000 individuals annually on AI skills from 2024-2026.

To further support the Digital for Life movement, Amazon has donated S$100,000 to the Digital for Life Fund, which will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Singapore Government, in order to support digital literacy and wellness, as well as digital technology and inclusion initiatives for vulnerable communities.

Ms. Doreen Tan, Assistant Chief Executive (Strategic Planning and Digital Readiness) of IMDA, said: “As the digital space evolves, we recognise the importance of equipping Singaporeans with the tools and skills to stay safe online. Our collaboration with Amazon builds on IMDA’s Digital Skills for Life competencies, which cover learning to transact securely and being savvy and kind online. We welcome more partners to join us in the Digital for Life movement, to build a more inclusive society where no one is left behind and everyone can enjoy the benefits of the digital age.”

Mr. Josen George, General Manager, Amazon APAC, said: “Widespread education and collective action are critical armors in our fight against scams. As technology advances, bad actors will continue to find new ways to take advantage of communities. We must strive to be a few steps ahead of them by working together, sharing our knowledge, and creating a safe environment for day-to-day activities online. Amazon – including teams from Amazon.sg, Amazon Payments and AWS, is proud to work closely with IMDA to further educate Singaporeans about safe online shopping and safe transactions using digital payment methods such as PayNow, as well as sharing the benefits and responsible use of new technologies such as Gen AI. Safety is the top priority in everything we do at Amazon.”
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About Amazon

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Amazon strives to be Earth’s Most Customer-Centric Company, Earth’s Best Employer, and Earth’s Safest Place to Work. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfilment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle Direct Publishing, Kindle, Career Choice, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, Alexa, Just Walk Out technology, Amazon Studios, and The Climate Pledge are some of the things pioneered by Amazon. For more information, visit .

IMDA and Amazon Announce Strategic Collaboration to promote digital inclusion and safe online shopping under Digital for Life movement

Gear Up for Olympic Glory with Dorsett Wanchai’s Olympic Party Package

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – The highly anticipated Paris Olympics 2024 is just around the corner, and Dorsett Wanchai, Hong Kong is ready to elevate the excitement with its exclusive Olympic Party Package. As Hong Kong’s sport stars aim to build upon their previous six-medal legacy, the hotel invites Olympic enthusiasts to revel in the thrill of the games with a night’s stay starting from HK$800 per night, complete with classic party snacks and sparkling wine.

Dorsett Wanchai's Executive Suite and Classic Party Snacks (Photo for reference only)

Nestled adjacent to the iconic Happy Valley Racecourse, Dorsett Wanchai is merely an 8-minute stroll from the Times Square and Causeway Bay MTR station. To ensure guests can seamlessly explore the city, the hotel offers complimentary shuttle services to popular attractions in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, and Central.

From now until 11 August 2024, the Olympic Party Package is available for stays between 26 July and 12 August 2024, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the Olympic spirit from the comfort of their hotel room. Guests can choose between the Premier Causeway Bay City View Room (28 sq. m) or the spacious Executive Suite (48 sq. m) with separate living room and bedroom area, accommodating up to 4 guests. Alongside the classic party snacks (Mozzarella Cheese Rolls, Cheese Balls, Chicken Nuggets, French Fries and Popcorn) and sparkling wine, the package also includes the Hotel Official Website exclusive Dorsett 26 Hours Full Stay Service, providing flexible check-in times to ensure guests don’t miss a single moment of the thrilling action.

Additional perks include 24-hour gym access and high-speed 1000 Mbps Wi-Fi. Whether you’re a devoted fan or simply looking to soak up the electric atmosphere, Dorsett Wanchai’s Olympic Party Package promises an unforgettable experience that will have you cheering on the Hong Kong team in style.

Book your stay now and get ready to witness the world’s greatest sporting event!

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About Dorsett Wanchai, Hong Kong

As winner of Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice 2024, the 4.5-star Dorsett Wanchai is conveniently located between Wan Chai and Causeway Bay with a mere 8-minute walk to MTR stations, Times Square, and Complimentary Shuttle Bus Services to popular tourist attractions, trade fair venues and transportation hubs in the city. The hotel offers meticulously designed rooms and suites up to 48 sq. m. Visit:

Gear Up for Olympic Glory with Dorsett Wanchai's Olympic Party Package

FIDO APAC Summit 2024 Announces Keynotes, Speakers, and Sponsors

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – The FIDO Alliance is thrilled to announce the lineup for its highly anticipated second FIDO APAC Summit, set to take place at the JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur on September 10-11, 2024. Co-hosted by SecureMetric Technology and supported by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and CyberSecurity Malaysia, this premier event is dedicated to advancing phishing-resistant FIDO authentication across the region under the theme, “Unlocking a Secure Tomorrow.”

The summit will feature keynote addresses by notable leaders such as Gobind Singh Deo, Malaysia’s Minister of Digital; Dato’ Dr. Amirudin Abdul Wahab, CEO of CyberSecurity Malaysia; TS. Mohamed Kheirulnaim Mohamed Danial, Senior Assistant Director of National Cyber Coordination and Command Centre (NC4) & National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA); Andrew Shikiar, CEO & Executive Director of FIDO Alliance; and Edward Law, CEO of Securemetric.

They will be joined by a distinguished roster of speakers including Christiaan Brand, Product Manager: Identity and Security at Google; Eiji Kitamura, Developer Advocate at Google; Henry (Haixin) Chai, CEO of GMRZ Technology / Lenovo; Hyung Chul Jung, Head of Security Engineering Group at Samsung Electronics; Khanit Phatong, Senior Management Officer at Thailand Electronic Transactions Development Agency; Masao Kubo, Manager of Product Design Department at NTT DOCOMO; Naohisa Ichihara, CISO at Mercari; Niharika Arora, Developer Relations Engineer at Google; Sea Chong Seak, CTO at SecureMetric; Simon Trac Do, CEO & Founder of VinCSS; Takashi Hosono, General Manager at SBI Sumishin Net Bank; Yan Cao, Engineering Manager at TikTok; and Hao-Yuan Ting, Senior Systems Analyst at Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs.

The updated list of speakers can be found here.

Among the speakers, Tin Nguyen, a former U.S. Marine and FBI Special Agent, now a cybersecurity expert, will discuss the benefits of passwordless authentication and how it enhances organizational defenses against cyber threats. “Cybercriminals continuously search for vulnerabilities to take advantage of. Therefore, it is imperative for organizations to implement strong cybersecurity measures to safeguard their users,” says Nguyen. “Implementing FIDO-based passkeys provides an extra layer of security, mitigating potential threats without compromising user experience.”

The event promises to attract hundreds of attendees and will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, technical workshops, and an expo hall showcasing the latest innovations from leading technology companies such as Securemetric, VinCSS, OneSpan, iProov, Thales, AirCuve, Zimperium, RSA, Yubico, Identiv, Utimaco, FETIAN, and many more. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends in cybersecurity, network with top industry minds, and gain invaluable knowledge on implementing FIDO standards for enhanced security.

“The FIDO Alliance is thrilled to host its second FIDO APAC Summit 2024 in Malaysia, featuring presentations from some of the brightest minds in authentication from the APAC region and beyond,” said Andrew Shikiar, Executive Director and CEO of the FIDO Alliance. “With the continuous rise in the volume and sophistication of cyber-attacks, it is crucial for organizations to move past passwords and adopt passkeys, a user-friendly alternative based on FIDO standards.”

Registrations are now open to the public. For more information and to register, please visit www.fidoapacsummit.com. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact events@fidoalliance.org.
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The FIDO Alliance

The FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) Alliance, www.fidoalliance.org, was formed in July 2012 to address the lack of interoperability among strong authentication technologies and remedy the problems users face with creating and remembering multiple usernames and passwords. The FIDO Alliance is changing the nature of authentication with standards for simpler, stronger authentication that define an open, scalable, interoperable set of mechanisms that reduce reliance on passwords. FIDO Authentication is stronger, private, and easier to use when authenticating to online services.

FIDO APAC Summit 2024 Announces Keynotes, Speakers, and Sponsors

Tencent Consolidates Singapore Office By Moving To TWP’s CapitaSky Coworking Space

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – Chinese tech giant Tencent has consolidated its Singapore office, relocating from 30 Raffles Place to a new flexible working space managed by The Work Project (TWP) at CapitaSky — a 29-storey tower in the Central Business District (CBD).

Tencent Consolidates Singapore Office By Moving To TWP’s CapitaSky Coworking Space
Tencent Consolidates Singapore Office By Moving To TWP’s CapitaSky Coworking Space

New Singapore Office Consolidates Tencent Workforce in Prime CBD Location

The move, completed in the first week of June 2024 following the conclusion of their previous lease agreement, reflects Tencent’s commitment to bring together more employees in the Republic. A Tencent spokesperson confirmed the relocation from the firm’s previous office space to the new location managed by TWP, stating “We are excited to continue our business in Singapore”.

For now, Tencent’s Singapore office takes up one floor, about half of the 56,000 sq ft working space in the CapitaSky tower. Other notable tenants in CapitaSky include Allianz SE and Boston Consulting Group Inc.

The Work Project Affirms a 3-Year Partnership with Tencent

Sheena Goh, Head of Sales at The Work Project, emphasised the move as an affirmation of a “three-year strong partnership” with Tencent. Looking ahead, Tencent may consolidate its remaining Singapore workforce at CapitaSky, relocating employees to another office space managed by TWP at the nearby CapitaSpring tower when the current lease expires.

TWP is a coworking operator backed by CapitaLand Group, and operates both CapitaSky and CapitaSpring coworking spaces.
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About the The Work Project

The Work Project (TWP) is a leading provider of flexible workspaces designed to empower businesses and enhance productivity. TWP creates beautifully crafted modern spaces that are flexible, modular, and customizable to meet the unique needs of each client. By prioritising client branding, expansion capabilities, and individual work cultures, TWP ensures that every workspace becomes an extension of the company it serves.

Tencent Consolidates Singapore Office By Moving To TWP’s CapitaSky Coworking Space

St. George’s University School of Medicine Empowers Korean Students to Become Doctors in the US

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 June 2024 – As the largest source of doctors for the entire US workforce, 1 St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine is proud to offer opportunities for aspiring doctors in South Korea aiming to build their medical careers in the United States.

Source: St. George’s University
Source: St. George’s University

Selecting the right medical school starts with choosing the preferred career destination. Aspiring doctors must have clarity on where they aim to practice medicine after graduation to choose a medical school that supports this goal. For those seeking to practice in the United States, you need to consider important criteria, including US residency placements, access to clinical rotations, and recognized accreditation.

US Residency completion is crucial for practicing medicine in the US. For the tenth year in a row, SGU secured more US residency positions than any medical school in the world.2 Over the past five years, SGU boasts an 88% US residency placement rate for its international graduates, 3 underscoring its commitment to help student ace in their medical education.

Access to Clinical Rotations in the US Clinical rotations is a vital component of medical education, offering students hands-on experience in patient care. SGU’s extensive network of over 75 hospitals and health systems across the US and UK ensures students receive comprehensive clinical and ambulatory training. These rotations are pivotal in preparing students for US residency applications and providing them with the experience needed to thrive in the US healthcare system.

Accreditation is fundamental for eligibility in the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). SGU School of Medicine is accredited by the Grenada Medical and Dental Council (GMDC), which is recognized by the World Federation of Medical Education (WFME). This accreditation ensures that SGU students are eligible to take the United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE), participate in the National Residency Match Program (NRMP), and pursue licensure in the US.

SGU students have consistently performed well on the USMLE Step exams, which are required to practice medicine in the US. From 2018 to 2022, 6,000 international SGU students achieved a 90% pass rate on the USMLE Step 1 on their first attempt, reflecting the quality of SGU’s curriculum and the support provided to students.4

St. George’s University School of Medicine offers a robust and supportive medical education that will empower Korean students to become practicing doctors in the US. For more information on the program and tracks available, visit SGU’s website.

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About St. George’s University School of Medicine

Founded in 1976, (SGU) is a centre for academic excellence worldwide. With students and faculty drawn from more than 150 countries, SGU is truly an international institution, with a uniquely global perspective. The by the Grenada Medical and Dental Council which has been recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME). The school offers a four-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree program. Students can also enter the MD degree program from any education system around the world via the five-, six-, or seven-year tracks. SGU has a large network of and health centres in the US and UK, with the unique opportunity for students to begin their medical career in Grenada or the UK.

St. George’s University School of Medicine Empowers Korean Students to Become Doctors in the US

Local Service, Global Standards: the International Expansion Strategy of JUHBZ

DENVER, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2024 – Recently, the globally renowned cryptocurrency trading platform JUHBZ announced a significant move in its internationalization strategy: the establishment of a global service team. This marks the commitment of JUHBZ to enhancing the quality of services for its global user base. The newly established global service team aims to provide a user experience tailored to local cultures while maintaining globally consistent high standards of service quality.

Kenneth Thompson, the spokesperson for JUHBZ, emphasized the importance of this strategic move: “Through the establishment of a global service team, JUHBZ can better understand and meet the specific needs of users in different regions and adjust operational strategies flexibly.” Kenneth Thompson added, “This is not only a milestone in the internationalization strategy of JUHBZ but also a commitment to providing ‘local service, global standards’ for our global users.” The global service team will cover aspects such as customer support and market research.

Through careful planning and implementation, the establishment of the global service team of JUHBZ highlights a deep understanding of and respect for regional markets. Professional talents with multilingual capabilities and cross-cultural communication skills have been employed to ensure localization and personalization of services. The establishment of the global service team enables JUHBZ to more quickly match local user needs while providing significant advantages in talent recruitment, brand promotion, and partnership establishment. This can greatly promote the development of regional cryptocurrency communities and become a crucial link connecting local users for JUHBZ.

JUHBZ is continuously expanding its influence in the international market to meet the growing demand for cryptocurrency trading globally. This progress not only strengthens the position of JUHBZ as a trusted cryptocurrency trading platform for global users but also ensures that all users can access secure, efficient, and convenient cryptocurrency trading and investment services.

Kenneth Thompson is confident in this endeavor: “We believe that through continuous deepening of our strategies, JUHBZ will continue to lead in the global cryptocurrency trading sector, creating more value for users. The internationalization strategy of JUHBZ will contribute significantly to the prosperity and advancement of the global cryptocurrency market, witnessing a bright future for the cryptocurrency industry together with our users.”

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Local Service, Global Standards: the International Expansion Strategy of JUHBZ

Next UK government must address ‘long-term scars’ of Brexit and austerity – study

LONDON, UK – Newsaktuell – 26 June 2024 – A decline in effective national governance and the “long-term scars” caused by austerity measures and Brexit have stifled economic growth and undermined social cohesion in the United Kingdom, according to a study.

Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to work on Brexit negotiations (Photo by Dan Kitwood/PA Media)
Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to work on Brexit negotiations (Photo by Dan Kitwood/PA Media)

Researchers concluded that an incoming government must make up for “lost” decade and a half since the global financial crisis in 2008, with urgent structural changes required to prevent “severe problems” impacting citizens’ quality of life.

With the General Election in the UK approaching on July 4, polls suggest Labour is on course for a return to power for the first time since 2010.

But researchers at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Hertie School, a university in Berlin, Germany, have warned the next government will face “several interlocking crises” caused by past failings, with a decline in the quality of governance identified as the key cause.

The report highlights that the UK’s governance has repeatedly been among the highest performing countries globally. But it identified “signs of stagnation and erosion”, with a particular focus on a lack of state capacity to address pressing social and economic challenges.

The research evaluated the last 14 years of Conservative rule using the Berggruen Governance Index (BGI). This assessment views quality of life in a population as resulting from the interaction between the strength of democratic accountability and the capacity of government to function effectively.

Researchers said the UK began the new millennium with high levels of government performance, but identified factors which were said to have subsequently weakened democracy and state capacity. These included a lack of investment in infrastructure and growing regional inequalities which “resulted in a palpable political backlash”, particularly since the mid-2010s.

Political scandals, such as lockdown rule-breaking in Downing Street during the pandemic and breaches of parliamentary standards by MPs, “amplified public discontent”, leading to near-record low levels of trust in many UK public institutions, the report said.

It added: “The immediate result of frequent scandals and low economic performance will likely be the repudiation of the Conservative Party on a historic scale at the polls on July 4th.”

“However, the (likely) incoming Labour government will have a daunting task ahead as it seeks to restore public trust and rebuild an economic model for long-term growth.”

Labour has prioritised economic growth with a range of pledges. These include a promise to abide by strict rules on taxation and public spending to provide stability, reforms to the planning system to boost housing and infrastructure, and investment in clean energy jobs.

However, the Institute for Fiscal Studies, a leading think tank, has accused both Labour and the Conservatives of engaging in a “conspiracy of silence” and ignoring “difficult choices” on spending at a time of high taxes and struggling public services.

Despite the challenges, the Berggruen Governance Index still ranks the UK’s governance among the highest of the 145 countries assessed. The UK’s scores for quality of life and democratic accountability have remained largely consistent between 2010 and 2021.

However, the score for state capacity, or the quality of government, has seen a more substantial decline, with a five-point drop over the period.

The report suggests this is due largely to an “interplay” of austerity and political dysfunction, with the economic stagnation after 2010 leading to a focus on polarising issues such as Brexit and migration.

These debates dominated over more complex and pressing domestic issues, leading to structural reforms being sidelined to “get Brexit done”, the report said.

Consequently, the UK had less disciplined leadership and a weaker governance structure when the pandemic begun in 2020, it added.

Researchers concluded that later leadership scandals such as Liz Truss’s mini-budget, which have further undermined trust in government, “could likely not have been possible without these two factors in place”.

Identifying the economic causes of the UK’s governance challenges, the report said the UK has not recovered from the global financial crisis in 2008.

Austerity measures introduced by the Conservatives after 2010 substantially increased regional inequality while lower investment “sapped the UK of long-term sources of growth”, the report said.

The backlash against this approach contributed to the outcome of the 2016 referendum on EU membership which “still haunts the UK economy and political system to this day”, it added.

Analysis by the World Bank show the UK lagging well behind the EU average for capital formation, which is one measure of investment, every year since 2020.

“This chronic lack of investment is one obvious explanation for the UK’s infrastructural woes such as crumbling transport and a lack of affordable housing near employment centres,” the report said.

This has coincided with the UK also having “extremely low” productivity growth and stagnating gross domestic product, which the researchers warn could “accelerate” pressure on the UK more broadly if the next government “does not adopt a course correction and grow the economy”.

The lack of significant growth since the financial crisis has also left the UK with relatively high interest payments due to the scale of fiscal deficits, the study shows.

The report said that while regional inequality partially drove the vote to leave the EU, it has also been exacerbated by the results of that decision, with EU funding to poor regions “drying up” after Brexit.

In conclusion, the research said: “Post-2010 austerity and the decision to leave the EU have left long-term scars on the UK economy and are wearing on the country’s social cohesion. ”

It called for the reasons behind the erosion of state capacity to be examined, and for the UK to “finally must take regional planning seriously”.

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