While 2020 was one of the warmest years on record globally, Vietnam has just gone through another historical year of climate extremes. Last November was also decisive for the future of the planet as countries officially submitted their climate pledges at the COP26 climate summit. Dao Xuan Lai, head of Climate Change and the Environment at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Vietnam We see a skyrocketing demand for natural resources while witnessing the collapse of functioning ecosystems. You only need to drive a couple of hours outside of Hanoi towards Ninh Binh province with its iconic limestone clasts, synonymous with the beauty of northern Vietnam, to see these emblematic features being devoured by machinery to be used for stone mining and cement production. By 2050, global demand for materials such as plastics, steel, or cement is projected to increase by a factor of 2-4. More than 50 per cent of the world’s emissions can be traced back to our … [Read more...] about Partnerships key to green transition
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Centralized bidding should be implemented to solve drugs and medical supplies shortage
Associate Professor, Doctor Dao Xuan Co, Director of Bach Mai Hospital, said one of the reasons for this is the COVID-19 pandemic, affecting the drug supply of enterprises. Many businesses do not have drugs and medical supplies to participate in the bidding or witness poor revenue due to low prices, he reported to the Ministry of Health's inspection team on August 16. In 2022, there were 77 out of 1,690 drugs that contractors failed to supply in sufficient quantities under the orders, affecting the hospital's stock of drugs while waiting for the bidding results, Co said. The hospital also recommended the Government and the Ministry of Health issue policies and accelerate the implementation of national and local centralized bidding. Centralized bidding will increase competitiveness with lower prices, reduce manpower, time and costs of organizing the bidding at hospitals as well as better handle problems in the bidding process. On August 16, the inspection team of the Ministry … [Read more...] about Centralized bidding should be implemented to solve drugs and medical supplies shortage
More than 30 Indian tourism businesses surveyed in Nha Trang
From August 18 to 21, Indian businesses will survey and experience a number of accommodation establishments, such as the Ariyana Smart Condotel Nha Trang Hotel, Muong Thanh Luxury, Champa Island Resort, and WinWonders Resort, all the while exploring famous landmarks such as Long Son Pagoda, Ponagar Tower, and Hon Chong-Hon Do. In particular, 32 Indian businesses will participate in the Namaste Vietnam 2022 festival in Khanh Hoa, including activities such as performing arts programmes, visits to cultural heritages and tourist attractions, and conferences aimed at promoting Indian tourism in the south-central provinces. This is an opportunity for Indian businesses to learn and understand more about the culture and people of Khanh Hoa and Vietnam, along with learning about the unique tourism products of the area to introduce to Indian tourists and attract more Indians to Nha Trang in the near future. The Indian tourism market is very attractive to many countries, … [Read more...] about More than 30 Indian tourism businesses surveyed in Nha Trang
International Travel Expo – HCM City returns with various events
2019 International Travel Expo – Ho Chi Minh City (Photo courtesy of the organising board) HCM City (VNA) – The 16th International Travel Expo – Ho Chi Minh City (ITE HCMC 2022) will feature a variety of events at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC) in District 7 from September 8 – 10, after a two-year delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ITE HCMC, the largest and most established travel event in the Mekong Delta region, will be held under the theme of “Growing Forward Together” as part of the efforts to revive inbound tourism. The hybrid event will feature more than 200 exhibitors, including airlines, hotels and resorts, tour operators, foreign travel promotion agencies, and enterprises from 45 Vietnamese cities and provinces. It also expects to attract 150 international buyers who are leaders of travel companies and MICE organisers from major markets, such as Southeast Asia, Europe, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the US, Australia, and New Zealand. … [Read more...] about International Travel Expo – HCM City returns with various events
Hai Phong develops science, technology to serve sea-based economy
Lach Huyen port in Hai Phong (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The northern port city of Hai Phong will become Vietnam’s centre for marine science and technology development , as set in the Politburo’s Resolution No.45 on building and developing the city by 2030, with a vision to 2045. To achieve this goal, Hai Phong has set out a number of orientations for science and technology development, with focus on the research, transfer and application of technologies relevant to the city's development strategy. Important contributor to city’s economic development Three economic development pillars identified by Hai Phong are high-tech industry, seaports and logistics, and tourism and commerce, which are all based on the strengths of a coastal locality. Recently, in a meeting with leaders of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Chairman of the municipal People's Committee Nguyen Van Tung said that Hai Phong, as a main gateway to the sea of northern localities, is a key … [Read more...] about Hai Phong develops science, technology to serve sea-based economy
Core5 Vietnam starts first industrial project in Hai Phog
Indochina Kajima started construction of its first Core5 Hai Phong project in the Deep C 2 Hai Phong Industrial Zone. — Photo courtesy of the company Indochina Kajima, a joint venture between Indochina Capital and Kajima Corporation (Japan), on Friday started construction of its first Core5 Hai Phong project in Deep C 2 Hai Phong Industrial Zone. The project is expected to deliver approximately 96,000sq.m of world-class ready-built factories and warehouses for lease as it comes into operation in the early second quarter of 2023. Speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony, Keisuke Koshijima, Representative Director and Executive Vice President of Kajima Corporation, said: “Hai Phong has made enormous infrastructure investment, becoming a key link in the global logistics chain with Cat Bi International Airport, Lach Huyen International Deepwater Port and direct accessibility to Ha Noi via the Hai Phong Highway, in the process of attracting the presence of many large scale … [Read more...] about Core5 Vietnam starts first industrial project in Hai Phog
Vietnam Border Guard Law popularized in Phu Quy
The conference was open for 30 reporters at district and commune levels and the armed forces on duty in Phu Quy island district. At the conference, reporters of the Border Gate of Phu Quy Border Port updated participants with basic contents of the Vietnam Border Guard Law and other related documents which regulate the detailed implementation of the law. The trainees also learned about the functions and missions of the border guard force, the responsibility of individuals and organizations in coordinating with the border guard force to manage and safeguard the national borderline sovereignty. The training conference gave trainees a better understanding of the Vietnam Border Guard Law and other related documents. Therefore, they would promote information dissemination about the Vietnam Border Guard Law among officials in agencies and units and local people. Translated by Quynh Oanh … [Read more...] about Vietnam Border Guard Law popularized in Phu Quy
GS’s delegation inspect combat readiness of naval unit
Brigade 125 under the Naval Region 2 Command is a military transport unit, tasked with maritime transport in response to missions at sea and on islands, and over the Southern continental shelf, safeguarding national sovereignty over sea and islands, and conducting search and rescue missions, among others. Meanwhile, the brigade also builds the Party and political work plans for regular and unexpected tasks, and ensures logistic and technical work for ships operating at sea. Addressing the inspection, General Cong hailed the unit’s task performance over the past time, as well as its observance of higher levels’ directions and orders on combat readiness work, especially on the occasion of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2). In addition, he also requested the brigade to focus on building documents on combat readiness shifting at sea, raising political education quality for its troops, and promptly accomplish all assigned missions in the coming time. … [Read more...] about GS’s delegation inspect combat readiness of naval unit
Meeting reviews and promotes CMC – HPC standing boards’ coordination
Vice Secretary of the CMC and Minister of National Defense General Phan Van Giang and Secretary of the HPC and Secretary of the Hanoi Capital Command’s Party Committee Dinh Tien Dung co-chaired the meeting. At the event, the two sides agreed that since 2017 they have jointly led the comprehensive implementation of the military and defense tasks and local socio-economic development, contributing to achieving all targets set in the 12th National Party Congress’s resolutions, and realizing resolutions adopted at the 13th National Party Congress, the 11th Military Party Congress, and the 17th Congress of Hanoi Party Committee. They have also directed the further building and consolidation of all people’s defense posture and people’s security disposition, and firm defensive area of the capital. Their effective collaboration has helped build a comprehensively-strong local military force with more modern materiel, high synergy, and high combat strength. In particular, a regular force is … [Read more...] about Meeting reviews and promotes CMC – HPC standing boards’ coordination
US wants airlines to boost help for stranded, delayed passengers
Buttigieg, who has faced pressure from U.S. lawmakers who want airlines to offer better service or face stiff fines, has clashed with major U.S. airlines over who is to blame for tens of thousands of flight delays and cancellations this summer. In letters to major, regional and low-cost carrier chief executives made public Friday, Buttigieg said his department (USDOT) is "contemplating options" to write new rules "that would further expand the rights of airline passengers." He urged airlines to ensure adequate services for passengers facing delays and cancellations, asking them "at a minimum" to provide meal vouchers for delays of 3 hours or more and lodging for those who must wait overnight because of disruptions within the carrier’s control. "Regardless of the cause of the delays or cancelations, the Department expects airlines to provide timely and responsive customer service during and after periods of flight disruptions," Buttigieg wrote. Most U.S. airlines provide meals … [Read more...] about US wants airlines to boost help for stranded, delayed passengers