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Long congratulated the OANA on the success of its 44th Executive Board Meeting, which was hosted by the Vietnam News Agency. He introduced the guests to Quang Ninh’s outstanding potential and advantages, as well as the province’s efforts in improving the local business climate and competiveness, and supporting enterprises. Quang Ninh is home to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO-recognised World Natural Heritage Site with nearly 2,000 islands and islets, along with a source of coal accounting for 90% of the country’s reserve, he said. Quang Ninh has focused on completing a competitive transport system serving its socio-economic growth, including the Hanoi-Hai Phong-Quang Ninh Expressway, Van Don International Airport, and an international seaport, he stated. Long highlighted that Quang Ninh has maintained its position among the top five localities with highest economic management efficiency in six consecutive years, and topped 63 localities in provincial competitiveness index in … [Read more...] about OANA 44: Quang Ninh chairman receives OANA delegation

National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan makes a speech at the closing ceremony of the 33rd session of the National Assembly Standing Committee. (Photo: VNA)   Hanoi (VNA) - The 34th session of the NA Standing Committee was scheduled to start on May 8, focusing on reviewing the outcomes of the NA’s 33rd session and giving preliminary opinions on preparations for the next session of the legislature. NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan said at the closing ceremony for the 33rd session of the NA Standing Committee on April 19. Chairwoman Ngan said the NA Standing Committee has completed all items on the working agenda and adjusted a number of contents after nine days of work. She suggested the Government, the NA’s committees and the NA Secretary General work with relevant agencies and organisations to acquire opinions put forth at the session, finalise reports and projects, and complete approved draft resolutions for signing. The NA Secretary General … [Read more...] about NA Standing Committee’s 33rd session wrapped up

Indonesia's incumbent President Joko Widodo (front, left) and his vice presidential candidate Maruf Amin (right) wave during a press conference on April 17 (Photo: Xinhua/VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnamese leaders on April 19 offered congratulations to Indonesia on its successful organisation of the presidential election and the parliamentary election. Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong and Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc sent congratulatory messages to Indonesian President Joko Widodo. The same day, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh extended congratulations to Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi. In their messages, the leaders of Vietnam congratulated Indonesia on the elections that took place smoothly and peacefully, which are the basis for the country to continue developing stably and prosperously and promoting its stature in the region and the world. They voiced their belief that the Vietnam-Indonesia strategic … [Read more...] about Vietnam congratulates Indonesia on successful elections

At the working session between the delegation of US legislative assistants  and Vinh Long province's officials  (Source: VNA) Vinh Long (VNA) -  A delegation of US legislative assistants led by Terra Lynn Sabag, Deputy Chief of Staff for Congressman Rick Larsen, visited the Mekong Delta province of Vinh Long on April 19 as part of their on-going working trip to Vietnam. Secretary of the provincial Party Committee Tran Van Ron received the delegation, during which the two sides exchanged ideas on a number of issues of common concern such as foreign-invested projects in Vinh Long, impact of climate change and the locality’s solutions to the problem. According to the provincial Department of Natural Resources and Environment, the impact of climate change has greatly affected agricultural production, infrastructure facilities in Vinh Long and locals’ life. Natural disasters and climate change have caused an economic loss of nearly 730 billion VND … [Read more...] about US legislative assistants visit Vinh Long province

At a reception in Hanoi on April 18 for an IMF delegation led by Alex Mourmouras, who is division chief in the IMF’s Asia and Pacific Department, Binh acknowledged the outcomes of earlier working sessions between the IMF delegation and relevant ministries and agencies of Vietnam. He also expressed his appreciation for the effective and practical cooperation between Vietnam and the IMF in the recent past, especially in banking-finance policy consultancy. Vietnam has seen steady growth in almost all realms while its position has been bolstered on the international arena despite uncertainties, risks and trade disputes in the world. … [Read more...] about Vietnam aspires to work hand in hand with IMF