Activism

Ngụy Thị Khanh, former head of NGO GreenID and known for advocating the reduction of coal-fired power in Vietnam, was handed a prison sentence for economic crimes, not her environmental activism, spokesperson for the foreign ministry Lê Thị Thu Hằng said on Thursday. Ngụy Thị Khanh, director of Vietnam’s Green Innovation and Development Centre (GreenID), has been arrested for tax fraud. — Photo courtesy of Hanoi Police During the regular press briefing held in Hanoi, Hằng said that on June 17, the People's Court of Hanoi opened a first-instance trial and had subsequently sentenced the 46-year-old Ngụy Thị Khanh to 24 months in prison for tax evasion under Article 200 of the Penal Code. She was arrested earlier in February by the Hanoi's police. The investigation and trial process were conducted in accordance with the provisions of law, Hằng said, adding that the trial was held in public and the defendant’s rights were fully guaranteed as prescribed by … [Read more...] about Environmentalist prosecuted for tax evasion, not her activism: Foreign ministry

Vietnamese influential climate activist Nguy Thi Khanh was jailed for tax evasion, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Thursday, refuting the rumor that she was criminally charged for her climate-related activities. Khanh was sentenced to 24 months in prison for tax evasion during her trial at the Hanoi People’s Court on June 17. The investigation and hearing were carried out in line with the law, and the trial was held publicly, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang answered the questions from foreign media during a regular press meeting on Thursday. The defendant had all her rights guaranteed in accordance with the law, Hang added. Vietnam is determined to fight and strictly deal with violations of the law in accordance with regulations, the diplomat stressed, adding that all citizens are equal before the law. Khanh was investigated and indicted for her economic offense, particularly breaking the rules on tax management, and she pleaded … [Read more...] about Vietnam refutes rumor that prize-winning environmentalist was jailed for climate-related activities

The management board of Nha Trang Bay in south central Khanh Hoa Province declared on Friday that all swimming and diving activities at Hon Mun Nature Reserve will be suspended beginning Monday next week and lasting until further notice. The decision was made as a result of the recent bleaching, damage, and decline of many coral species at Hon Mun Nature Reserve and other areas in Nha Trang Bay. According to the management board, the suspension of ocean leisure activities in the areas surrounding Hon Mun Nature Reserve is to comply with the notice issued by the People's Committee of Nha Trang on Friday. The purpose of the suspension is to survey and evaluate the current situation, identify vulnerable locations, and develop a strategy to preserve the Nha Trang Bay Marine Protected Area in the near future. According to Huynh Binh Thai, head of the management board, the suspension of swimming and scuba diving operations at Hon Mun Nature Reserve does not indicate the closure … [Read more...] about Sea leisure activities suspended following reports of dead corals at nature reserve in Vietnam

Hue Festival 2022 kicked off on Saturday evening in the eponymous city in central Vietnam, after a two-year halt due to COVID-19, centered around the ‘Cultural Heritage with Integration and Development’ theme. The opening ceremony at Ngo Mon Square, which attracted thousands of visitors, began with a unique art program along with an ao dai (Vietnam’s traditional gown) show, depicting cultural values and identities of Hue City, an ancient capital, as well as Thua Thien-Hue Province in general. After over 20 years of organization, Festival Hue has become a national cultural and artistic event to promote Vietnam’s cultural quintessence and the ancient royal city of Hue as a safe, friendly, and beautiful destination, said deputy chairman of the provincial administration Nguyen Thanh Binh, who is also head of the festival organizing committee. This year’s festival, scheduled to last from June 25 to 30, includes eight main festive programs, along with 29 accompanying exhibitions and … [Read more...] about Hue Festival 2022 opens, features attractive art, cultural activities

Hundreds of Citi volunteers joined a tree-planting campaign at Nam Cat Tien National Park in Dong Nai province and Phu Ninh Primary School in Phu Tho province, with more than 1,500 trees planted in total. The campaign aims to support the Vietnamese government’s project of growing one billion trees in the next five years. “Every year since 2006, Citi employees serve the communities that they work in through Community Day events in the month of June. This year we planted trees on a large scale supporting the Vietnamese government’s 1-billion-tree initiative, aligned with Citi’s focus on ESG. Our tree planting campaign brought Citi volunteers and communities together to form a social movement for environment protection,” said Ramachandran A.S., Citi Vietnam country officer. The blood donation programmes were half-day events held in cooperation with the the Ho Chi Minh City Humanitarian Blood Donation Centre of the Red Cross and the National Hospital of Hematology and Blood … [Read more...] about Citi Vietnam organised several activities for Global Community Day 2022

Illustrative photo (Source: VNA) Hanoi – The Trade Remedies Authority of Vietnam (TRAV) has recommended that wooden cabinet producers and exporters continue to review the export activities of their products subjected to the US Department of Commerce (DOC)’s anti-circumvention and anti-subsidy investigation. The recommendation was made given DOC’s fresh announcement on extending the time to submit comments and provide feedback to the case by one week. As such, the new deadline is 5pm of June 30 (Eastern Time) or 4am of July 1 (Vietnam time). The authority also requested the producers and exporters to study thoroughly the US’s anti-circumvention regulations and investigation procedures. They were also asked to fully comply with the US side’s request for information provision while working closely with the TRAV during the case settlement. On May 24, DOC launched a probe to find out whether or not wooden cabinets from Vietnam and Malaysia that include components imported from … [Read more...] about Wooden cabinet exporters advised to review activities related to US’s investigation

The street carnival will be organized every weekend from June 25 to July 24 in Da Nang City. The event will be organized every weekend from June 25 to July 24 presenting new unique tourist products featuring the city’s identities and spirit of renewal. The parade started from Tran Thi Ly Bridge to APEC Sculpture Park in the west side of the Bridge Dragon on the Han River. The carnival with the participation of nearly 160 domestic and foreign dancers from many countries such as Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Columbia, Brazil, Argentina, Cuba has been marked as a city of festivals during summer, with the vibrant colors of street carnival costumes, music and dance. Enjoy Danang Summer Festival 2022, scheduled to take place from June 11 to August 15, will give visitors a wide range of cultural, sport, and tourism activities, art performances and special culinary programs in response to the policy of reopening tourism. By Xuan Quynh – Translated by Kim Khanh … [Read more...] about Da Nang’s street carnival offers exciting nighttime activities to visitors

Accordingly, the delegation visited the Truong Son National Martyrs’ Cemetery, Road 9 National War Cemetery, and Quang Tri Ancient Citadel to offer incense in commemoration of the fallen soldiers who laid down their lives during the national resistance war against the U.S. invaders. They also dropped flowers to pay tribute to war martyrs on the Thach Han River (Quang Tri province). In a solemn atmosphere, on behalf of the delegation, General Tuan expressed his gratitude to the fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the cause of national liberation and unification. They were noble examples of revolutionary heroic soldiers, courage, loyalty, and the pride of the Fatherland. General Tuan also took this occasion, on behalf of the whole unit, to commit to do their utmost to uphold and promote the revolutionary tradition, be loyal to the Party, State and President Ho Chi Minh, and strive to develop the defense industry sector, contributing to realizing the Party’s policy on … [Read more...] about Gratitude activities held in Quang Tri

Utop – an app for online shopping using blockchain technology by FPT Group. (Photo: SGGP) CEO of Vietnam Blockchain JSC. Do Van Long commented that owing to negative incidents of digital currency, many people tend to think that blockchain is merely digital currency, which is extremely mistaken. In fact, this advanced technology can be used to create digital property or to upgrade existing information management systems to gain a higher level of security and transparency. Technology Director of FPT Group Vu Anh Tu also stated that besides the popular use of blockchain in digital currency, it can effectively boost innovative technological startups thanks to its wide applications. Statistics from Vietnam Blockchain Association reveal that among 200-top successful blockchain enterprise in the world, 7 were founded by Vietnamese people. Vietnam is one of five leading countries in this technology. At present, about 10 Vietnamese innovative startups in the blockchain field have the … [Read more...] about Vietnam to actively apply blockchain technology in various fields

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan meets Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai on June 23. (Photo: VNA) Bangkok (VNA) – Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan had meetings with Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai, the President of the Vietnam - Thailand Friendship Association, and executives of AMATA, Siam Piwat and Central Groups on June 23 within the framework of her visit to Thailand to attend the Global Summit of Women (GSW) 2022. The Thai official spoke highly of Vietnam's participation at the summit in Thailand , saying it reflects Vietnam's support for Thailand's host role, and respect for gender equality, making an important contribution to the success of the event. investment opportunities. Vice President welcomed AMATA's development plans and informed him that Vietnam has issued a strategy on attracting foreign direct investment in the 2021-2030 period which encourages invesment in environmentally friendly … [Read more...] about Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan active in Thailand