Xuyen only moved to HCMC two months ago. His main work involves leveling crushed stones, watering and pouring concrete. He often chooses to work the night shift because the salary is higher than the day shift, at about VND500,000 ($21.64) per night. … [Read more...] about Upgrade work speeds up on HCMC flood-prone street
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Vietnam promotes and protects human rights in Covid-19 epidemic
Recognizing and appreciating Vietnam's commitments and efforts to promote and protect human rights, including the implementation of recommendations under the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Cycle III, Ms. Caitlin Wiesen recommended that in the coming time, Vietnam should continue to consider human rights and dignity as the center of all actions; continue to focus on implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), international conventions on human rights processes (such as UPR, ICCPR, CRPD, CAT…); Apply lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic response to implementation of UPR recommendations to build a better future. … [Read more...] about Vietnam promotes and protects human rights in Covid-19 epidemic
Eighth HCMC Marathon to attract thousands of runners
As one of the biggest marathon events in Vietnam, the HCMC Marathon has attracted more than 17,000 runners since 2013. The event is expected to attract more international athletes to HCMC, so that it can become an exciting sporting destination in Vietnam and Asia. … [Read more...] about Eighth HCMC Marathon to attract thousands of runners
Gifts for the future from Swing for the Kids Fund
Towards the end of the event, VIR’s Minh said, “I sincerely thank the local authorities for helping us to organise the ceremony and supporting our efforts to contribute to a healthy and cheerful youth for these children. We hope that in the coming years, we will further be able to support the community with the help of our kind-hearted sponsors.” … [Read more...] about Gifts for the future from Swing for the Kids Fund
Japan suspends visas for Vietnamese citizens
According to the Department of Overseas Labour Management under the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, that the suspension started from January 14 after the Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga declared a state of emergency in Tokyo and three nearby areas on Thursday as Covid-19 cases continue to surge. Japan has decided to temporarily halt the granting of new visas for foreigners, including those from Vietnam. … [Read more...] about Japan suspends visas for Vietnamese citizens