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Under the MoU, the two sides will strengthen cooperation and exchanges in journalism towards expanding cooperation in information and communications channels, improving the professional qualifications of journalists, and strengthening mutual understanding and friendship between the two countries' people. Addressing the event, VJA Vice President Tran Trong Dung said the signing of the MoU is based on cooperation between the two nations, including politics, diplomacy, economy and trade, especially on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Vietnam-Belarus diplomatic ties (1992 - 2022). According to Andrei Kryvasheyeu, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the BAJ, the MoU not only enhances the exchange of professional cooperation but also collaboration in other fields related to press activities. The Belarusian side wishes to further strengthen cooperation with Vietnamese press agencies, including newspapers, e-newspapers, and radio and television stations, he said. This … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, Belarusian journalist associations boost cooperation

The event was attended by Political Commissar of the Vietnam Coast Guard Command Lieutenant General Bui Quoc Oai, representatives of the command and functional agencies of the Ministry of National Defense. After reviewing the program’s contents and listening to the reports of the Vietnam Coast Guard Command, Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien applauded efforts of relevant units in preparation for the exchange program. He noted that the Vietnam Coast Guard Command should continue embracing directions of the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defense and instructions of functional agencies, collaborating well with relevant units to adjust and complete the set plan, especially focusing on translation and interpretation and welcoming ceremonies for participating guests with politeness and safety. As scheduled, the first “Vietnam Coast Guards and friends” exchange program will take place on December 10 in Hanoi with the participations of the host Vietnam … [Read more...] about Defense leader inspects preparation for coast guard exchange program

PM Pham Minh Chinh told his guests that Vietnam is developing on three pillars, including building a law-governed socialist State, building socialist democracy and developing a socialist-oriented market economy, focusing on three strategic breakthroughs related to institutions, infrastructure and human resource; building a fair, transparent an stable business environment; and reducing input costs for businesses and investors in the spirit of harmonizing interests and sharing risks for mutual benefits. In 11 months of this year, Vietnam’s exports-imports surpassed 673 billion USD, up 11.8% annually, with a surplus of 10.6 billion USD. Foreign direct investment in the country was estimated at 19.68 billion USD, up 15.1% year-on-year. The two-way trade value between the two countries topped 105 billion USD, up 18% on an yearly basis. Affirming that Vietnam always treasures comprehensive partnership with the U.S., the host suggested the USABC and the council's groups firms support … [Read more...] about Prime Minister receives U.S.-ASEAN Business Council delegation

The day is also the birth anniversary of late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and the Father’s Day of Thailand. Thai Consul General Wiraka Moodhitaporn said cultural and social relations, especially at the people-to-people level, form a stepping stone for cooperation between Thailand and Vietnam. She noted mutual understanding and cohesion between the two peoples will create favorable conditions for promoting bilateral trade, investment, and business ties to help raise bilateral trade to 25 billion USD as targeted by the countries’ leaders. The Thai Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City will continue stepping up people-to-people connectivity, she went on, adding that it is ready to strengthen all-round cooperation with HUFO, the Vietnam - Thailand Friendship Association, the city’s liaison board for Vietnamese expatriates in Laos and Thailand, and the Vietnam - ASEAN Friendship Association in Ho Chi Minh City to promote bilateral friendship for the sake of common interests. Dinh Khac … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City gathering celebrates 95th National Day of Thailand

At the meetings with the Lao senior leaders, Mr. Nguyen Xuan Thang expressed his delight at seeing the development of the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries in various fields, and thanked Laos for providing invaluable support for Vietnam over the years. He affirmed that the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics will work closely with the Lao National Academy of Politics and Public Administration to carry out agreements reached by leaders of the two parties, countries and academies, contributing to realizing resolutions of each Party and further deepening bilateral special solidarity. For their parts, the Lao senior leaders hoped the two academies to continue enhancing the information exchange, theoretical research, and practical review, especially new issues, while further improving the efficiency of personnel training for Laos, contributing to the renovation process of each country. They also conveyed their greetings to … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Laos to enhance cooperation in information exchange and theoretical and practical research

According to Director of the municipal Department of Tourism Dang Huong Giang, the festival has contributed to promoting love for the Vietnamese traditional costume. The 3-day event featured an Ao Dai Music Festival, a Creative Ao Dai Design contest for students, exhibition spaces, miniatures and 50 booths introducing products of artisans, designers, travel businesses, hotels, and tourism establishments from Hanoi, Hue, and Ho Chi Minh City. In the spotlight were a parade of Ao Dai by the Hanoi Women's Union involving 1,000 participants, a street Ao Dai show by 300 businesswomen and 200 children from around the country, and an art performance combined with an Ao Dai fashion show presented by 100 Hanoi students. The event was part of efforts of the municipal authorities to stimulate tourism demand, and preserve and honor Vietnam’s traditional values, thus attracting more and more tourists to Hanoi, Giang said, adding that such an event will be organised in following years, Giang … [Read more...] about Hanoi Tourism Ao Dai Festival 2022 attracts over 30,000 visitors

Portugal's Goncalo Ramos rose to the occasion on his first World Cup start to net a hat-trick in a 6-1 demolition of Switzerland on Tuesday, sending his side through to the quarter-finals for the first time in 16 years and setting up a clash with Morocco. Portugal coach Fernando Santos had benched the country's all-time top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo, tasking Benfica forward Ramos with leading the line despite the 21-year-old making his debut just three days before the World Cup in a friendly. Ramos had played only 10 minutes as a substitute in Qatar but the youngster looked like he belonged on the big stage with a memorable performance for Portugal, who did not miss Ronaldo - a late substitute who had a goal ruled out for offside. "Cristiano Ronaldo talks to me and everyone in the team. He's our leader and always tries to help," Ramos said after netting the first hat-trick of the tournament in Qatar. "I don't know if I will start the next game, that's up to the coach, I have to … [Read more...] about Hat-trick hero Ramos helps Portugal thrash Swiss and reach quarters

The district has advantages in terms of road and waterway transport, with over 654km of roads covered with concrete, especially with 11km of National Highway 39A connecting with National Highway 5 in Pho Noi (20km from the district), 6.5km of roads connecting Cau Gie-Ninh Binh and Hanoi-Hai Phong highways and Provincial Road 378 running along the dyke, as well as with about 11km of waterways connecting with Hanoi and Hung Yen cities. In particular, a new national highway running through the district will help Kim Dong connect with Thai Binh and Hai Duong provinces and ring roads 4, 5 of Hanoi. Administrative reform is a prerequisite for improving the business and investment environment The district also plans to invest in a number of new roads, such as a route with the starting point at the DH60 intersection running through Chinh Nghia, Song Mai and Ngoc Thanh and connecting with the Hung Yen City and a route with the starting point at the National Highway 39A running … [Read more...] about Kim Dong District attractive to investors

Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on December 6 hopes Korean corporations will boost their investment in Vietnam. Vietnam’s President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on December 6 suggested that Korean conglomerates strengthen their Vietnamese operations in environmental protection and high technology. Korean investors will have the opportunity to expand its market presence in ASEAN, Asia Pacific, and the world, given the partnership agreements to which Vietnam is committed, President Phuc said at a meeting with top-level Korean business executives. The Korean conglomerates attending the meeting were Samsung Electronics, Hyosung, and the Korea Development Bank. Samsung Electronics to increase capital to $20 billion Samsung Electronics plans to increase investment capital in Vietnam to $20 billion, Vice Chairman and General Director Han Jong-hee said. Vietnam President Nguyen Xuan Phuc (right) meets Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman and General Director Han Jong-hee … [Read more...] about President Phuc wishes for further investment from Korean conglomerates

Hanoi and the Australian city Gold Coast vow to strengthen their relations in the sustainability of the localities. Hanoi will create good conditions for all projects and activities under the capital city’s partnerships and agreements with Gold Coast, a coastal city in Queensland, Australia, said municipal People's Committee Chairman Tran Sy Thanh. Hanoi will further improve its partnerships with cities and regions of Australia, including the Gold Coast, Thanh told a meeting with mayor Tom Tate in Hanoi on December 6. Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Tran Sy Thanh (right) at the meeting with Tom Tate, mayor of Australia's Gold Coast City, on December 6. Photo: The Hanoi Times “Hanoi eyes to become a worth-living city and expand the friendship with all cities in the world,” he said. Mayor Tom Tate said his city expects to tighten its bond with Hanoi, focusing on sustainable development activities, focusing on tourism, education, people exchange, … [Read more...] about Hanoi, Gold Coast eye stronger partnership