Japan tightens COVID restrictions, notably in Tokyo, as the number of cases rises
TOKYO, Japan (AP) – As a surge in omicron cases threatens to paralyze society, the Japanese government will set new limitations for COVID-19 in Tokyo and a dozen other regions starting Friday, allowing local leaders to shorten restaurant hours.
Dubai’s Emirates has halted flights to a number of US cities due to 5G concerns
CAIRO, Egypt (Reuters) – Because of concerns over 5G mobile deployment, Dubai’s Emirates airline stated on Tuesday that flights to many US locations will be suspended beginning January 19 until further notice.
Canada: Alberta has opened a new tech immigration option
The Canadian province of Alberta has developed a new immigration program to recruit technology employees in response to unprecedented development in the technology sector and the resulting need for qualified labor.
Taiwan emphasizes revisions in new tax treaty protocol with UK
The amendments in the new amending protocol to the UK-Taiwan tax treaty were detailed by Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance on January 18. After entering into force on December 23, the protocol takes effect on January 1.