Wards with Positive Cases will be Locked Down

 

A ward with a positive COVID-19 case will be locked down and patients will be barred from returning home. However, the ward’s staff and doctors, staff who serve meals and cleaners are allowed to go home. This was underlined by Yang Berhormat at the question and answer session.

 

The Minister of Health explained that even though doctors are allowed to go home, they must adhere to several stipulated Standard Operating Procedures, and they are only allowed to work where they are issued with the Quarantine Order. Meanwhile, the Minister of Health stated that the country will experience an endemic situation, but what is important is that the community is ready to face it and make preparations inline with the endemic situation.

 

 

 

Source: Radio Television Brunei

 

Vaccination Slots Rescheduling Process Experience Technical Problems

 

In the media conference, the Minister of Health also informed that the process of rescheduling vaccination slots for those who were affected by the postponement of the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine is still ongoing. As the rescheduling process involves a high number of the first dose bookings, it has caused some technical problems involving several vaccination centres during the rescheduling of the vaccination booking slots when administration of first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine was reopened yesterday, 15th September.

 

In this regard, the Ministry of Health would like to apologise for any inconvenience that may arise from the incident. Yang Berhormat added, the National Vaccination Programme for COVID-19 is implemented with the aim of providing COVID-19 vaccine injections to all the citizens and residents of the country, including foreigners residing in Brunei Darussalam. The Minister of Health reminded all to abide by the instructions that have been issued to control the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in the country such as frequent hand washing with soap and water or using hand sanitizer, wear face mask indoors or outdoors and avoid crowded areas. Those who work from home are advised to stay home and not to go out without a purpose. Do your social responsibility and stay at home.

 

 

 

 

Source: Radio Television Brunei

 

109 New COVID-19 Cases, 4 New Clusters

109 new COVID-19 cases were confirmed in Brunei Darussalam, bringing the total number to four thousand 675 cases. Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doctor Haji Awang Mohd Isham bin Haji Jaafar, Minister of Health stated the matter yesterday afternoon at a media conference on the latest COVID-19 situation at Dewan Al ‘Afiah, Ministry of Health.

 

There are 25 additional new cases to 14 of the existing active clusters. The cases in these active clusters are individuals who are currently being quarantined and were found to be in contact with several confirmed cases. Meanwhile, four new clusters have been detected. These new clusters are the 4163 Cluster that contains seven new cases; 4329 Cluster with 6 new cases; 4571 Cluster that contains four new cases; and 4360 Cluster with seven new cases. All the new clusters include cases that were previously reported as cases for which the source of infection has not been identified. Two clusters have been closed following no new detected cases in the clusters for 28 days. The closed clusters are the Starlodge Cluster and 635 Cluster. Therefore, the current total active clusters are 84 clusters. Meanwhile, 60 cases are still being investigated to determine the source of the infection.

 

156 cases have recovered, including 20 positive cases from Category 1 that have undergone self-isolation for 14 days at their respective homes. All of them have undergone a second swab test on Day 12 and have been confirmed recovered. With that, the total number of recovered cases in Brunei Darussalam has increased to 3,144 cases, with 1,502 cases remaining active. Among the active cases, ten cases are in critical condition, in which nine of the cases require assistance of artificial ventilation. One case requires the help of an additional heart/lung machine, ECMO. 25 Category 4 cases are now admitted at the Intensive Care Unit for close monitoring. In the past 24 hours, a total of 4,566 samples have been tested for the SARS-Co-V-2 virus which brings the total number of laboratory tests conducted since January 2020 to 291,437 tests.

 

 

Source: Radio Television Brunei

The ASEAN Economic Ministers (AEM) – Dialogue Partners’ Consultations Monday – Wednesday, 13 – 15 September 2021

The AEM – Dialogue Partners’ Consultations were held on 13 – 15 September 2021, via video conferencing. The meetings were chaired by Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Dr. Awang Haji Mohd Amin Liew bin Abdullah, Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and Minister of Finance and Economy II. Brunei Darussalam was represented by YM Dato Seri Paduka Dr Haji Abdul Manaf bin Haji Metussin, Deputy Minister of Finance and Economy (Economy).

Attending the meetings virtually were ASEAN Economic Ministers from the ten ASEAN Member States (AMS), and its dialogue partners including Australia; New Zealand; People’s Republic of China, European Union (EU); Hong Kong, China; India; Japan; Republic of Korea; Russia; Switzerland; United Kingdom (UK); the United States (US); as well as the ASEAN Secretary-General, His Excellency Dato Paduka Lim Jock Hoi.

 

The meetings among others deliberated on the progress in economic cooperation and implementation on the various initiatives between ASEAN and each respective dialogue partners, as well as exchanged views on the global and regional developments particularly on their respective responses to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and discussed the deepening of cooperation to mitigate the impact of the pandemic and the path towards economic recovery.

The 20th AEM-Ministry of Commerce, China (MOFCOM) Consultations, 13 September 2021

The Meeting among others exchanged views on ensuring ASEAN – China trade and investment environment to be more conducive, open and inclusive. The Meeting discussed cooperation on (i) low-carbon and circular economy; (ii) cross-border ecommerce and digital transformation of MSMEs; (iii) exchanges among chambers of commerce and enterprises including, but not limited to agriculture products, medical supplies, automobiles, and logistics; and (iv) upholding the Multilateral Trading System. The Meeting also took note on the progress of China’s assistance to ASEAN and on past and upcoming Trade Expos organised by China such as the China-ASEAN EXPO (CAEXPO) and the China International Import Expo (CIIE). The Meeting also discussed on the preparations for the 24th ASEAN-China Summit that will take place in October 2021.

The 18th AEM-Republic of Korea (ROK) Consultations, 13 September 2021

The Meeting noted on the report of the ASEAN Korea Free Trade Agreement (AKFTA) Implementing Committee (AKIC), which includes: (i) Implementation of the AKFTA, including status of the ratification of the Third Protocol to Amend the AKTIG Agreement; and (ii) Progress on further liberalisation of the Sensitive Track products under the ASEAN-Korea Trade in Goods Agreement (AKTIGA). The Meeting also exchanged views on the possibility of upgrading the AKFTA Agreement in the context of the development of the modern business practices, the signing of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement, and the post COVID-19 pandemic recovery.

The Meeting noted the progress report on the current ASEAN-Korea economic cooperation including on the progress of the Technology Advice and Solutions from Korea (TASK) Projects, and the ASEAN-Korea Standardization Research Center and the ASEAN-ROK Start-ups. The Meeting also noted on the progress of discussion on the Memorandum of Understanding on the Establishment of the ASEAN-Korea Industrial Innovation Center. The Meeting also discussed on the preparations for the 22 nd ASEAN-ROK Summit that will take place in October 2021.

AEM Troika Open-Ended Dialogue with Switzerland’s Trade Minister, 13 September 2021

The Meeting discussed, among others, on the progress of the development of the Joint Declaration of Cooperation between ASEAN and European Free Trade Association (EFTA); and identified concrete economic cooperation activities under the Practical Cooperation Areas 2022-2026 between ASEAN and Switzerland.

The 24th AEM-Plus Three Consultations, 13 September 2021

The Meeting endorsed the ASEAN Plus Three Economic Cooperation Work Programme 2021-2022 and noted on the progress of implementation of the ASEAN Plus Three Plan of Action (APT POA) on Mitigating the Economic Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Meeting also discussed on the preparations for the 24th ASEAN-Plus Three Summit that will take place in October 2021.

The AEM-United States Trade Representative (USTR) Consultations, 14 September 2021

The Meeting noted the progress of implementation of the 2020-2021 ASEAN-US Trade and Investment Framework Arrangement (TIFA) Work Plan and endorsed the 2021- 2022 ASEAN-US TIFA Work Plan. The Meeting were also briefed on the updates of activities conducted under US-ASEAN Connect and the US’ technical assistance programme on “Inclusive Growth in ASEAN through Innovation, Trade, and ECommerce (IGNITE)”.

The 5th AEM-Hong Kong, China (HKC) Consultations, 14 September 2021

The Meeting noted the progress of implementation of the ASEAN-Hong Kong, China Free Trade Agreement (AHKFTA) and the ASEAN-Hong Kong, China Investment Agreement (AHKIA). The Meeting endorsed the proposal to expand the scope of the Economic and Technical Co-operation (ECOTECH) Work Programme and noted the progress of implementation of projects under ECOTECH Work Programme.

The 18th AEM-India Consultations, 14 September 2021

The Meeting, among others, discussed the progress on the implementation of the ASEAN-India FTA, as well as on the progress on the ongoing discussions regarding the Scoping Paper on the Review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA). The Meeting also discussed on the preparations for the 18th ASEAN-India Summit that will take place in October 2021.

The 17th AEM-European Union (EU) Consultations, 14 September 2021

The Meeting endorsed the ASEAN-EU Trade and Investment Work Programme 2021– 2022, as well as discussed the progress report on the development of a Framework Setting out the Parameters of a Future ASEAN-EU FTA.

The 10th AEM-Russia Consultations, 14 September 2021

The Meeting noted the progress report of the implementation of the Post-2017 ASEANRussia Trade and Investment Cooperation Work Programme and endorsed the revised ASEAN-Russia Trade and Investment Cooperation Roadmap and the ASEAN-Russia and Investment Work Programme for 2021-2025. The Meeting also noted on the progress of the current Programme of Cooperation between ASEAN and Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) for 2020-2025.

The 26th AEM-ASEAN, Australia and New Zealand (Closer Economic Relations – CER) Consultations, 15 September 2021

The Meeting welcomed the progress of the implementation and negotiations on the upgrade of the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA) Agreement. The Meeting also acknowledged the importance of the AANZFTA Economic Cooperation Support Programme (AECSP) in supporting Parties towards implementing the AANZFTA agreement and look forward to its successor programme.

The 27th AEM-Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Consultations, 15 September 2021

The Meeting considered the report of the ASEAN-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership (AJCEP) Joint Committee which includes: a) Progress of the implementation of the AJCEP Agreement; and b) Ratification and Entry-Into-Force of the First Protocol to Amend the AJCEP Agreement. The Meeting noted the progress report of the ASEANJapan 10-Year Strategic Economic Partnership Cooperation Roadmap, including ASEANJapan economic cooperation 2020-2021, as well as discussed the progress of the implementation of the ASEAN-Japan Economic Resilience Action Plan, and the Dialogue for Innovative and Sustainable Growth (DISG). The Meeting also took note of the progress of various activities undertaken by the AEM and METI of Japan Consultations – Economic and Industrial Cooperation Committee (AMEICC) to facilitate regional economic integration. The Meeting also discussed on the preparations for the 24th ASEAN-Japan Summit that will take place in October 2021.

The 1st AEM-United Kingdom (UK) Consultations, 15 September 2021

This is the first inaugural meeting between the ASEAN and the UK since the UK officially became ASEAN’s Dialogue Partner on 5 August 2021. The Meeting took note of the activities of the UK-ASEAN Business Council (UKABC) and discussed the progress of the ASEAN-UK economic cooperation 2020-2021. The Meeting endorsed the ASEAN-UK Joint Declaration on Future Economic Cooperation.

The 9th East Asia Summit (EAS) Economic Ministers Meeting, 15 September 2021

The Meeting exchanged views on the impacts of COVID-19 to the regional and global economy and the measures taken by EAS Participating Countries to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) also updated the Meeting on its latest research outcomes, activities and inputs on key regional and global economic developments, including the recommendations on the post-pandemic recovery in East Asia. ASEAN Secretariat also briefed the Meeting on its regional and global economic forecast for 2022, as well as the measures taken by ASEAN in response to COVID-19 pandemic. The Meeting also discussed on the preparations for the 16th East Asia Summit that will take place in October 2021.

 

 

 

Source: Ministry of Finance Brunei Darussalam

 

Sweegen Delights China’s Consumers With Premiumization of Low-Calorie Confectionery Chocolate

Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif., Sept. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Asia-Pacific’s chocolate market diversifies and consumer tastes gravitate to sophistication, Sweegen has expanded its footprint into China by formulating premium low-calorie confectionery chocolate for the brand TeChoco.

“Sweegen has demonstrated the near-impossible task of formulating low-calorie great-tasting confectionery chocolate products with low to no sugar,” said SVP, Head of Global Innovation, Shari Mahon. “Now, consumers can enjoy premium chocolates with high-quality and health-conscious ingredients without the guilt and negative health benefits from sugar.”

Formulating chocolate confectionery products is complex. In addition to innovating around interesting textures, desirable flavors, and attractive colors, the biggest challenge in formulating confectionery chocolate is bitterness. The higher percentage of cocoa in products is typically met with more bitterness and less sugar, but healthier.

“Taste modulation is an ideal option for product developers specializing in health and wellness confectionery chocolate to resolve the impression of bitter off-notes and controlling sweetness and lingering after-tastes,” said Mahon. “Texture can improve mouthfeel and help to elevate the indulgent appeal of chocolate.”

According to Mintel, more than half of Chinese consumers buy confectionery chocolate to treat themselves. Even though consumers in China seek to experience indulgence in their sweet snacks, they are mindful of maintaining a good weight, health, and wellness. Sugar intake is anticipated to decrease as a health and wellness goal in the “Healthy China 2030” initiative is to reduce sugar consumption by at least 17 percent. Yet, health problems linked to obesity and diabetes are of concern to government health officials because China consumes approximately 15 million tons of sugar annually.

TeChoco confectionery chocolate sales are skyrocketing at more than 2000 retail stores, both online and in brick-and-mortar shops, including powerhouse e-commerce giants TaoBao and DMall, and convenience stores Bianlifeng, and Japan’s Lawson for China. Lawson alone has more than 3,000 stores in China, which are found in and around five major cities.

“TeChoco is on the forefront of innovating better-for-you confections with higher levels of cacao content,” said Mahon. “They are a brand example of health and wellness products for sugar reduction in China, focusing on full solutions for using natural sweeteners in conjunction with taste modulation to drive consumer acceptance on products to mimic the indulgent products they prefer and desire.”

As TeChoco sales continue, the products are promising for other Asia-Pacific countries, including Singapore and Malaysia, where Sweegen has its Signature Reb M stevia approval. Sweegen will establish an Asia-Pacific Innovation Studio in Singapore within the next 12 months, where brands can leverage local tastes and explore solutions to create delicious zero-sugar products.

Sweegen anticipates the approval of Reb M in China. With the arrival of a better-tasting natural sweetener, the company foresees the China market developing more products with reduced sugar and consumer-preferred tastes.

Sweegen offers brands cost-effective and rapid innovation sugar reduction solutions. Its robust Taste Modulation portfolio is essential for helping to block bitterness, boost the perception of sweetness, manage a lingering note, enhance mouthfeel, or reduce astringency in confectionery, beverage, dairy, savory, and bakery products.

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About SweeGen

Sweegen provides sweet taste solutions for food and beverage manufacturers around the world.

We are on a mission to reduce the sugar and artificial sweeteners in our global diet. Partnering with customers, we create delicious zero-sugar products that consumers love. With the best Signature Stevia sweeteners in our portfolio, such as Bestevia® Rebs B, D, E, I, M, and N, along with our deep knowledge of flavor modulators and texturants, Sweegen delivers market-leading solutions that customers want, and consumers prefer.

For more information, please contact info@sweegen.com and visit Sweegen’s website, www.sweegen.com.

Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, among other statements, statements regarding the future prospects for Reb M stevia leaf sweetener. These statements are based on current expectations but are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and are beyond the control of Sweegen, Inc.

Relevant risks and uncertainties include those referenced in the historic filings of Sweegen, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements, and therefore should be carefully considered. Sweegen, Inc. assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements due to new information or future events or developments.

This press release contains forward-looking statements, including, among other statements, statements regarding the future prospects for Reb M stevia leaf sweetener. These statements are based on current expectations but are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, many of which are difficult to predict and are beyond the control of Sweegen, Inc.

Relevant risks and uncertainties include those referenced in the historic filings of Sweegen, Inc. with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These risks and uncertainties could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking state.

 

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New research finds USD billions to coal power projects in Africa, Asia jeopardizing energy access, climate agendas

Coal Finance in High-Impact Countries

Finance Commitments for Grid-Connected Coal in High-Impact Countries (USD Million)

Chinese state-owned institutions, world’s largest banks continue to finance coal power in countries with greatest needs for electricity access; USD 42 billion committed to grid-connected coal power plants between 2013-2019 in 18 countries studied

VIENNA, Austria, Sept. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — New research published today by Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) and Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) highlights a troubling trend in the fight against climate change and push to deliver universal electricity access: despite environmental, economic and many other challenges facing coal, pockets of funders continue to finance additional coal-fired generation capacity in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Coal Power Finance in High-Impact Countries knowledge brief, part of SEforALL’s Energizing Finance research series, analyses 18 countries with the largest electricity access gaps (i.e. high-impact countries) to identify those receiving finance for coal-fired power, the sources of this investment, its key drivers and the risks attached.

“The idea of a coal phase-out does not hold true everywhere,” said Olivia Coldrey, Head of Energy Finance and Clean Cooking at SEforALL. “We continue to see significant investment in coal-fired power generation in countries with high rates of energy poverty. These countries need affordable, reliable and clean energy to support their socio-economic development and to mitigate climate change. Financing new coal projects is inconsistent with these objectives and holds back the energy transition.”

From 2013 to 2019, USD 42 billion was committed to grid-connected coal power plants in the 18 countries studied. Among them, Bangladesh, India and Pakistan received the majority of finance commitments to new coal plants, while in Africa, Madagascar, Mozambique, Malawi, Niger and Tanzania all host active coal plant development.

International finance accounted for the majority of the USD 42 billion, with Chinese financial institutions accounting for 40 percent of the total.

With South Korea and Japan recently announcing they will stop financing new coal plants overseas, China remains the last major source of international public coal finance not to have committed to ending finance for overseas coal plants. This stands in contrast with China’s domestic energy policy, which is prioritizing a transition to renewable energy, peak emissions before 2030 and a net-zero economy by 2060.

Of course, China is not the only culprit. Commercial financial institutions worldwide continue to support coal power plant development indirectly, despite having implemented policies to exclude direct financing of new coal-fired generation assets. From 2016 to 2020, the 38 banks that exclude direct finance for coal-fired power plants have nonetheless provided over USD 52 billion in finance to companies engaged in coal projects (Rainforest Action Network 2021).

In addition to hampering global efforts to curb carbon emissions and achieve net-zero by 2050, coal power finance carries substantial socio-economic risks for the countries that host projects, leading increasingly to stranded assets. The brief demonstrates how infrastructure constraints and lower than expected demand in Bangladesh and Pakistan have resulted in underutilization and, in some cases, switching off of newly commissioned coal-fired power plants.

The world’s 20 least-electrified countries by percentage of population without electricity are all in Sub-Saharan Africa. Should Sub-Saharan African nations continue to develop new coal-fired power generation capacity, they are likely to face similar challenges and costs to those seen in Bangladesh and Pakistan. The long development timelines associated with coal plants and their supporting infrastructure will further slow the closing of electricity access gaps.

The brief makes the case that distributed renewable energy generation provides the fastest and most efficient path to increased electricity access in the near-term. It recommends a paradigm shift from centralized coal to distributed renewable energy generation to rapidly expand electricity access in high-impact countries, not only for residential household use, but at access tiers that support economic growth.

Ahead of this year’s UN High-level Dialogue on Energy and COP26, the brief recommends a reevaluation of the current geography-based carbon accounting system, which allocates emissions to countries based on their physical origin. Instead, implementing a finance-based carbon accounting regime would force policymakers to consider the impact of domestic capital on cross-border emissions and push private investors to align their portfolios with the net-zero ambitions they support.

The full knowledge brief is available here.

Contact:

For further details on the reports or any interview requests, please contact: Sherry Kennedy, Sustainable Energy for All: Sherry.Kennedy@SEforALL.org / Media@SEforALL.org | +43 676 846 727 237

About Sustainable Energy for All

Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) is an international organization that works in partnership with the United Nations and leaders in government, the private sector, financial institutions, civil society and philanthropies to drive faster action towards the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7) – access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030 – in line with the Paris Agreement on climate. SEforALL works to ensure a clean energy transition that leaves no one behind and brings new opportunities for everyone to fulfill their potential.

SEforALL is led by Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All and Co-Chair of UN-Energy. Follow her on Twitter @DamilolaSDG7. For more information, follow @SEforALLorg.

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Leverage Edu: Top Engineering Courses for a Secured Career

DELHI, India, Sept. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Leverage Edu, an ed-tech platform based in India, has assembled a primer that helps students interested in engineering find the right college and figure out their career path. With services including application guidance, personalized mentor matching, and education loan assistance, Leverage Edu gives students education and career opportunities and allows them to discover their full potential.

A branch of science and technology, engineering deals with the designing and building of machines, engines, structures, etc. It also includes various other specializations that are emerging with the advancement of technology. In India and abroad, engineering is one of the most preferred degree courses by students. The career prospects in this field are also immense. From IITs to popular engineering colleges, students can choose from a plethora of colleges to pursue their education. Along with the traditional engineering courses, such as electronics, civil, computer science, electrical, mechanical, etc., there is an array of emerging courses that can offer good job opportunities for students.

With advancements in technology and fields, such as IoT, data science, machine learning, app development, artificial learning, gaming and graphics technology, Big Data analytics, etc., there is a high demand for talent. With the right engineering college and engineering course, students can equip themselves with the required skills and knowledge so that they can be a suitable fit for the industry.

In addition to the required eligibility criteria, to secure admission into an engineering course, there are three types of engineering entrance exams, namely national-level entrance exams, state-level entrance exams and university-level entrance exams, that are conducted every year.

Here are some of the top engineering courses that offer numerous opportunities to students:

List of All Engineering Courses

With globalization and liberalization of the economy, students have found themselves with many career options. Every branch of engineering leads to a specific job role, hence, it is imperative for students to choose the right engineering stream according to their interests and career plan. There are several Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) and Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) courses that students can choose from, such as:

  1. Aeronautical Engineering (deals with the design and development of aircraft, spacecraft, and other related equipment)
  2. Aerospace Engineering (deals with the manufacture, design and maintenance of aircraft, spacecraft, helicopters, and missiles).
  3. Automobile Engineering (deals with the design, manufacture, and operation of automobiles)
  4. Biochemical Engineering (deals with the design and construction of unit processes that involve biological organisms or molecules)
  5. Biotechnology Engineering (deals with applied biology and chemical engineering principles that involve the use of living organisms)
  6. Chemical Engineering (deals with the design and maintenance of chemical plants and the development of chemical processes)
  7. Civil Engineering (deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built structures)
  8. Computer Science Engineering (deals with the basics of computer programming and networking)
  9. Electrical Engineering (deals with the study, design and application of equipment, devices and systems that use electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism)
  10. Electronics and Communication Engineering (deals with electronic devices, circuits, communication equipment, etc.)
  11. Environmental Engineering (deals with the issues related to the adverse environmental effects due to pollution of water, soil, and air)
  12. Industrial Engineering (deals with the design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems)
  13. Information Technology Engineering (deals with the application of computer systems for storing, studying, transmitting, and manipulating data or information)
  14. Marine Engineering (deals with the design, development, production, and maintenance of the equipment used at sea and sea vessels, such as ships, boats, etc.)
  15. Mechanical Engineering (deals with the design, manufacture, maintenance and testing of machines)
  16. Telecommunication Engineering (deals with the design and overseeing of the installation of telecommunications equipment and facilities)

Along with the above-mentioned engineering courses, there are several other courses as well that students can pursue based on their passion and interest.

Most Popular Engineering Courses

For anyone looking for the most popular and sought-after engineering courses, the below list might help. The list of top five branches of engineering that are currently trending are:

  1. Computer Science Engineering
  2. Electronics and Communication Engineering
  3. Mechanical Engineering
  4. Information Technology Engineering
  5. Civil Engineering

Top Engineering Courses for Better Career

Choosing the right engineering course helps students build a secure and fulfilling career. Engineering courses offer great career scope along with a good salary package. Some of the engineering courses that can be opted for are:

  1. Computer Science Engineering
  2. Aeronautical Engineering
  3. Petroleum Engineering
  4. Aerospace Engineering
  5. Biotechnology Engineering
  6. Chemical Engineering

The Best and Most Demanding Engineering Jobs for the Future

Anyone looking for the best and most demanding engineering jobs that can help build a great career should consider choosing engineering courses such as:

  1. Machine Learning and Data Science
  2. Full-stack Developer
  3. Biomedical Engineer
  4. Automation and Robotics Engineer
  5. Petroleum Engineer
  6. Agriculture Engineer
  7. Civil Engineer
  8. Environmental Engineer
  9. Petroleum Engineer

Traditional engineering fields, like electronics, civil, mechanical and petroleum engineering, are still high in demand, but if students are looking at pursuing a career in some of the fastest-growing fields, then the IT sector will be a great choice. Depending on the future trend of the industry and technology advancements, aspiring engineering students need to choose the engineering courses that will help shape their future.

Bottom Line

India is a hub for top engineering colleges with excellent academic curriculum, high-quality education, and a variety of engineering courses. Most of these colleges offer great employment opportunities and salary packages. If students want to choose engineering as their career path, then, before finalizing the college, they need to check out the placement and internship options, specialization courses offered, etc. Choosing the right course and college can help students shape a better future.

Additional Information

All the engineering branches take students on a road of opportunities and it depends on students to choose an engineering branch that they are passionate about.

Picking the right engineering stream is one of the most essential parts of the engineering admission process. Students seeking the best engineering courses will have to clear engineering entrance exams such as JEE Main, MHT CET, KCET, AP EAMCET, TS EAMCET, WBJEE, etc.

Securing a seat in one of the top engineering branches requires hard work and good scores in the respective engineering entrance exam as these courses get filled in the primary rounds of counseling. The job opportunities after pursuing these courses are very bright and some of the most reputed organizations recruit fresh graduates as well as experienced engineers from the above field.

Contact: carolina.darbellesv@iquanti.com

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VistaJet presents “Moonlight Infusions” to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival 2021

VistaJet Mid-Autumn Festival

Moonlight Infusions

Hong Kong, September 16, 2021 – To celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and the joy of family reunions, VistaJet, the first and only global business aviation company, introduces Moonlight Infusions. For a limited time, clients are invited to celebrate the festival on board with a bespoke tea and mooncake pairing session, as well as a personalized Tea Flight Experience while basking in the beauty of the moon.

Available from now throughout September 2021 for those departing from key Asian cities, Moonlight Infusions showcases highlights from VistaJet’s tea collection, including Red Dragon tea, Dragon Well, Iron Buddha, Vintage Imperial Puerh, decaffeinated Blackcurrant & Hibiscus, and Whole Leaf Peppermint.

Clients will appreciate the teas with thoughtfully paired premium mooncakes*. For example, Red Dragon is a unique black tea with an enticing fruity flavor and creamy note of chocolate, making a perfect combination when paired with a dense, rich red bean mooncake.

The bespoke Tea Flight Experience is also available upon request to VistaJet clients both on board and on the ground, guided virtually by tea masters who will take clients on an immersive journey through the world of tea and bring to life their signature varieties.

Matteo Atti, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Innovation at VistaJet, said, “Mid- Autumn Festival is about spending quality time with family, be it in the air or on the ground. Admiring the full moon at 45,000 feet in VistaJet’s safe and private cabin, with the right tea carefully paired with your favorite mooncake flavors adds the magic touch during this special occasion. Whether you are looking for a notable experience in the air or simply looking for the safest way to reunite with family, VistaJet is here to help anytime, anywhere, and create one of the most unforgettable memories for you at this special time of the year.”

VistaJet also offers its clients the opportunity to embark on tea plantation journeys around the world**, curated by Based on a True Story, enabling guests to connect with the origins, the people and culture behind the teas.

* Tea and mooncake selections on board are subject to availability at select departure cities.
** All travel is subject to guests’ departure and arrival countries’ restrictions and quarantine requirements.

For more details, please visit vistajet.com

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Information

VistaJet Amy Yang
T : +852 2901 0502
E : amy.yang@vistajet.com

CatchOn, a Finn Partners Company Rachelle Kong
T : +852 2807 0037
E : rachelle.kong@finnpartners.com

About VistaJet

VistaJet is the first and only global business aviation company. On its fleet of over 70 silver and red business jets, VistaJet has flown corporations, governments and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of the world. Founded in 2004, the company pioneered an innovative business model where customers have access to an entire fleet whilst paying only for the hours they fly, free of the responsibilities and asset risks linked to aircraft ownership. VistaJet’s signature Program membership offers customers a bespoke subscription of flight hours on its fleet of mid and long-range jets, to fly them anytime, anywhere.

VistaJet is part of Vista Global Holding — the world’s first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-light solutions to cover all key aspects of business aviation.

More VistaJet information and news at vistajet.com

VistaJet Limited is a European air carrier that operates 9H registered aircraft under its Maltese Air Operator Certificate No. MT-17 and is incorporated in Malta under Company Number C 55231. VistaJet and its subsidiaries are not U.S. direct carriers. VistaJet-owned and U.S. registered aircraft are operated by properly licensed U.S. air carriers, including XOJET Aviation LLC.

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Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks with Love, Peace, and Conscience

Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy: Nearly a quarter of a century of human rights violations by the Taiwanese government cannot quench Tai Ji Men’s love and concern for the world

Tai Ji Men Members Speak Out in Front of the UN Headquarters

Members of the Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy and Action Alliance to Redress 1219 protest against the Taiwanese government’s violations of Tai Ji Men’s human rights in front of the United Nations Headquarters.

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — September 11, 2021 marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. On this historic day, over 30 volunteers from Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy and Action Alliance to Redress 1219 (ACT 1219) gathered in front of the United Nations building and other locations in New York to pray for the city, the U.S. and the world, wishing that everyone’s conscience will be awakened, disasters will be prevented, and a world of love and peace will be realized.

Three of the volunteers witnessed the 9/11 attacks 20 years ago. Pamela Chen, a Tai Ji Men member from Los Angeles, arrived in New York on the morning of September 11, 2021. Shortly after landing in the Big Apple, she and other Tai Ji Men members gathered in front of the United Nations Headquarters to spread love, peace, and conscience to New York, the U.S. and the world through their dancing and singing. They also visited Times Square, the Manhattan Neighborhood Network TV Station, Ground Zero, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York and other locations to spread the idea of conscience, love, and peace.

Pamela said that 20 years ago, she witnessed the two planes crashing into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. The city was instantly engulfed in terror and confusion, and everyone was desperate to flee. Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze, the leader of Tai Ji Men, and Tai Ji Men members did not leave New York. On September 12, 2001, at the invitation of the Manhattan MNN Television, he led Tai Ji Men to host a ceremony of ringing the Bell of World Peace and Love to pray for the victims, New York, and the U.S. He prayed for the souls of the departed to rest in peace, as well as for the living to be comforted. Traffic in Manhattan was halted at the time, and people were panicking as if it were a world war. The suffering inflicted by the terrorist acts has made people all across the world yearn for peace more than ever. Even though getting around was difficult and some UN ambassadors had to walk for hours to reach the MNN TV station, many arrived at the bell ringing ceremony venue to ring the Bell and make wishes for peace, safeguarding love and peace with concrete action.

Lung Ogle, another Tai Ji Men member, was also present during the 9/11 attacks. Despite being over 80 years old, she managed to travel from Florida to New York on this significant day 20 years later to express her best wishes to the victims, the city, the United States, and the world. She visited the MNN TV Station with a group of Tai Ji Men members. In addition to sharing her vivid memory of the ceremony of ringing the Bell of World Peace and Love 20 years ago right after the 9/11 attacks, she expressed her gratitude to the TV station for broadcasting the program produced by Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze, titled “Commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the September 11 Attacks with Love, Peace and Conscience,” which reminds global citizens to awaken their conscience and respect one another with love and tolerance, as well as urges those in power to administer policies with conscience and avoid violating their people’s human rights. The 90-minute program broadcast on the TV station’s various channels on September 11 and 12 will be repeated on September 15.

In addition to promoting the message of love, peace, and conscience, the volunteers also held signs protesting against the Taiwanese government’s disregard for the rule of law, violation of their human rights, and allowing a few rogue bureaucrats to persecute Tai Ji Men’s master and disciples for nearly 25 years. They chanted slogans in Times Square, such as, “The Taiwanese government has persecuted Tai Ji Men and violated their human rights. The Taiwanese government robbed the leader of Tai Ji Men of his property and failed to return his money. Rectify the false Tai Ji Men case. Return to Tai Ji Men its sacred land. Taiwan’s democracy, Go! Go! Go!” Many onlookers were intrigued and inquired about the case with the volunteers. They expressed surprise that such an unjust case occurred in Taiwan.

Their protest drew the attention of nearby police officers. The volunteers described the objective of their demonstration and stated that for the past 20 years, they have been fighting for justice while spreading love and peace. They utilize their own experiences of victimization to convey the value and significance of freedom and human rights to the rest of the world, in the hopes that there would be no more unjust cases and the world would be at peace. The police officers were moved by the volunteers’ efforts and inquired if they required any assistance.

This group of volunteers stayed in New York for only 10 hours. They took real action to support New Yorkers and pray for the world when they returned to New York 20 years later. They hope that global citizens will rise above history’s scars, care for one another, transcend differences and animosity, and work together to address the world’s current issues. They also believe that the combined efforts from world citizens will prevent future calamities and that love should be practiced to create an era of conscience where everyone enjoys freedom, equality, love, and peace.

Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy: Tai Ji Men is an ancient menpai (similar to school) of qigong, martial arts, and self-cultivation. It has carried forward the wisdom of Daoist philosophy, one of the highest philosophies of humankind. It is an international nonprofit cultural organization. Its contemporary zhang-men-ren (grandmaster), Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze established the Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy in 1966, and since then it has grown to 15 academies worldwide.

Dr. Hong teaches his dizi (similar to disciples) methods to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual balance, and tens of thousands of families have benefited from his teaching. At Tai Ji Men, martial arts and wisdom have been passed down from the shifu (master) to his dizi. Through this time-honored tradition, the shifu and dizi promote the Tai Ji Men culture and martial arts around the world while embodying what is true, good, and beautiful as well as spreading the ideas of conscience, love, and peace. Over the past half-century, the shifu and dizi have self-funded trips to over 300 cities in 101 nations to conduct more than 3,000 cultural performances and exchanges and have been recognized as “International Ambassadors of Peace and Goodwill.”

Media Contact:
Lily Chen
Representative
info@taijimenla.org
626-202-5268
www.taijimen.org/TJM2016G_ENG

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Nikkiso Cosmodyne Commissions TGNO-1000 นั้นถูกพัฒนาขึ้นสำหรับการใช้งานกระจกโฟลต

เทเมคูลา, แคลิฟอร์เนีย, Sept. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nikkiso Cryogenic Industries’ Clean Energy & Industrial Gases Group (Group) บริษัทในเครือ Nikkiso Co., Ltd (Japan) มีความยินดีที่จะประกาศว่า Nikkiso Cosmodyne ได้เริ่มต้นใช้งานโรงงานก๊าซออกซิเจนและไนโตรเจน TGNO-1000 เมื่อไม่นานมานี้ โรงงานใหม่แห่งนี้ตั้งเป้าไปที่การผลิตกระจกโฟลตและถูกขายให้กับบริษัทก๊าซอุตสาหกรรมNikkiso Cosmodyne TGNO เป็นโรงงานสร้างออกซิเจนและไนโตรเจนเหลวที่ออกแบบมาเพื่อผลิตผลิตภัณฑ์ที่เป็นก๊าซสามประเภท ได้แก่ ก๊าซไนโตรเจนความดันปานกลางและความดันสูง และก๊าซออกซิเจน ไนโตรเจนแรงดันสูงจะออกมาจากหัวกลั่นไนโตรเจนโดยตรงที่แรงดันประมาณ 8.5 บาร์(g) กระแสไนโตรเจนแรงดันปานกลางนั้นมาจากยอดหัวกลั่นออกซิเจน และถูกเพิ่มโดยตัวขยายธารของเสียให้อยู่ที่ความดันประมาณ 2.3 บาร์(g) ออกซิเจนที่เป็นก๊าซจะออกจากหัวกลั่นออกซิเจนโดยตรงซึ่งทำงานที่ความดันสูงที่ 2.3 บาร์(g) ทั้งหมดนี้ทำได้โดยใช้พลังงานจำเพาะต่ำเพียง 0.27 KW/Nm3

TGNO-1000 ถูกกำหนดค่าด้วยส่วนประกอบที่มีอยู่แล้วเป็นส่วนใหญ่ เพื่อตอบสนองความต้องการด้านการพัฒนาของโรงงานผลิตผลิตภัณฑ์ที่หลากหลาย ช่วยให้พวกเขาบรรลุเป้าหมายที่เข้มงวดของลูกค้าก๊าซอุตสาหกรรม ซึ่งขายโมเลกุลให้กับลูกค้ากระจกโฟลต นอกจากนี้โรงงานยังทำงานได้โดยไม่ต้องมีคนดูแล จึงสามารถรับมือกับความผันผวนในความต้องการผลิตภัณฑ์ได้โดยที่คนไม่ต้องแทรกแซง

TGNO สำเร็จรูปจะถูกจัดส่งในส่วนโมดูลาร์แบบต่อท่อ แบบมีสาย และติดตั้งง่าย เครื่องทำความเย็น ตัวดูดซับ สวิตชิ่งวาล์ว และเทอร์โบเอ็กซ์แพนเดอร์จะถูกติดตั้งใน Skid เดียว ซึ่งช่วยลดงานภาคสนาม โมดูลห้องควบคุมนั้นประกอบด้วยศูนย์ควบคุมมอเตอร์ และเครื่องวิเคราะห์ที่จำเป็น

“นี่เป็นความพยายามครั้งล่าสุดของ Cosmodyne ในการจัดหาระบบและโรงงานไครโอเจน ซึ่งช่วยให้ลูกค้าก๊าซอุตสาหกรรมของเราสามารถพัฒนาตลาดและแข่งขันได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพ” George Pappagelis ประธานของ Cosmodyne Process Systems กล่าว “TGNO-1000 นั้นเป็นความร่วมมือระหว่างการดำเนินงานของเราในสหรัฐอเมริกา (เอสคอนดิโด ซีลบีช และเทเมคูลา) และอินเดีย”

Nikkiso Cosmodyne มีประสบการณ์อันยาวนานเกี่ยวกับโรงงานผู้ค้าของเหลว รวมถึงโรงงานก๊าซในไซต์งาน เช่น TGNO-1000

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Cryogenic Industries, Inc. (ปัจจุบันเป็นสมาชิกของ Nikkiso Co., Ltd.) บริษัทสมาชิกผลิตอุปกรณ์แปรรูปก๊าซไครโอเจนทางวิศวกรรมและโรงงานที่มีกระบวนการขนาดเล็กสำหรับก๊าซธรรมชาติเหลว (LNG), บริการที่ดีและอุตสาหกรรมก๊าซสำหรับอุตสาหกรรม Cryogenic Industries ก่อตั้งขึ้นเมื่อ 50 ปีที่แล้ว เป็นบริษัทแม่ของ ACD, Cosmodyne และ Cryoquip และเป็นกลุ่มที่ควบคุมโดยทั่วไปซึ่งมีหน่วยงานปฏิบัติการประมาณ 20 แห่ง

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