Ambassador Xiong Bo also noted that as Chair of ASEAN and a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council in 2020, Vietnam successfully organised meetings within the East Asia cooperation framework, actively advocated multilateralism and free trade, promoted regional anti-pandemic cooperation, and improved its influence in the region and the world. In particular, the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), signed last year, is currently the largest free trade agreement around the globe, he noted, describing this as a success of multilateralism and free trade that will fuel growth momentum for the regional and global economy. The development achievements Vietnam has obtained, especially the successful response against COVID-19, are all attributable to the CPV Central Committee’s steadfast leadership and the people’s support, like in China. This has reflected the unique advantages of the socialist regimes in the two countries, he added. In the interview, the … [Read more...] about Party Congress to create new development momentum for Vietnam: Chinese ambassador
Carrie underwood pays tribute
Making fortune from Internet not uncommon thing in Vietnam
The tax deputy head mentioned the case of a man in Ho Chi Minh City, who has been required to pay more than VND4.1 billion ($176,000) in personal income tax arrears for ad revenues he collected in two years from online platforms, as an example. … [Read more...] about Making fortune from Internet not uncommon thing in Vietnam
New strategies essential for nation’s energy-saving goals
According to Do Huu Hao, chairman of the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology, the country’s industrial sector has the potential to save up to 20 per cent energy, while civil construction and transportation could reach over 30 per cent. “The essence of energy saving is technological innovation and productivity improvement, so the application of new technologies to improve energy efficiency is essential,” Hao said, further suggesting that the government should propose specific activities to support businesses to invest in energy-efficient solutions and advanced technology. … [Read more...] about New strategies essential for nation’s energy-saving goals
National Congress to shape nation’s fortunes
The Congress will discuss and adopt the Political Report, which is the event’s keynote document; the wrap-up report of the 10-year Socioeconomic Development Strategy for 2011-2020 and building of the follow-up strategy for 2021-2030; the assessment report of the 5-year Socioeconomic Development Plan for 2016-2020 and orientations and mandates for the next 5-year plan for 2021-2025; the wrap-up report of Party-building work and implementation of the 12th National Party Congress’s Statute; the review report of the 12th National Party Congress’ Central Committee; and also the election of the 13th National Party Congress’ Central Committee (2021-2026 tenure) – the highest leadership apparatus of the Party in between two national congresses. … [Read more...] about National Congress to shape nation’s fortunes
VIETNAM NEWS JANUARY 25
She said it is an undeniable success that Vietnam could gather a large-scale Congress with over 1,500 delegates taking part amid complicated developments of the pandemic worldwide at present. Diplomats and representatives from international organisations in Vietnam will be honoured to witness this important political event and are satisfied about living in one of the most successful countries in the fight against COVID-19. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS JANUARY 25