The move followed Vu Ban District authorities’ proposal sent to the provincial People’s Committee. Every year, the market usually attracts tens of thousands of visitors. The Vieng market is part of the Phu Day Temple site which worships the Mother Goddess Lieu Hanh. The market is surrounded by the Mother Mausoleum, the King Temple, Long Van Pagoda, Cao Pagoda, Tien Huong Palace, Van Cat Palace and Ong Khong Temple. Built in the 19th century, these sites have been officially recognised as cultural and historical site. The market offers a wide range of products including antiques, ancient ceramic items and farming tools. But ornamental trees are the most popular item in the market. Local artisans in Nam Truc district bring their masterpieces to the market to display and to sell. Last year, Vieng Market was held, but the visitor number was lower than usual. One week after the market opening, Nam Dinh Province also decided to cancel the ritual of opening the royal seal at Tran … [Read more...] about Famous market to be suspended due to pandemic
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New rules on working foreigner management
The conditions on foreigners working in Vietnam have been so far imposed in order to compel foreigners to work in positions that are assumed by executives, specialists and technicians who cannot be currently replaced by Vietnamese. The ultimate goal of these conditions is to restrict the number of foreigners working in Vietnam to give more job opportunities to Vietnamese. However, the Labor Code allows an employee to sign many labor contracts with different employers regardless of whether he or she is a foreigner or not. Therefore, if a foreigner meets all the conditions required of him to work here may sign many labor contracts in Vietnam. … [Read more...] about New rules on working foreigner management
Peach, kumquat tree growers busy ahead of Tet
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Gardeners growing peaches in Nhat Tan village and kumquat trees in Tu Lien village in Hanoi's Tay Ho district are busy preparing thousands of peach roots and kumquat pots for the Tet (Lunar New Year) market. In Nhat Tan village these days, the laughter mixed with the enthusiastic working atmosphere of the peach farmers in the cold weather reminds us that spring is approaching. The peach roots bear small flower buds, carefully nurtured by the farmers’ skilled hands so they produce the most beautiful flowers to sell for Tet. At this time, caring for the peach trees is not as strenuous as when the leaves are plucked, but farmers still have to eat and sleep with the trees. According to Nguyen Van Hanh, who owns a peach garden with more than 400 trees, when it comes to peach care, dedication to the profession is indispensable. But the most important factor is the weather. “From the moment we are preparing to pluck the leaves … [Read more...] about Peach, kumquat tree growers busy ahead of Tet
Unexpected country, unexpected job
Although Adrien Jean has traveled to many beautiful destinations in the country—such as the ancient town of Hoi An, Phong Nha National Park and Ha Giang Province—he still has a very special feeling about Saigon which he describes as a kind of love-hate relationship. “I often need to escape the hustle and bustle of Saigon, but I can’t stay away from it too long,” said Mr. Jean. In his eyes, the city is full of energy and inspiring stories. He still remembers the very first days of his arrival in Saigon with the freedom that he never got tired of when riding a motorbike on the streets. … [Read more...] about Unexpected country, unexpected job