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The country still faces several obstacles to fully unlocking the benefits of digital technologies. Digital transformation can unlock VND1.7 trillion (US$74 billion) worth of annual economic value in Vietnam by 2030, equivalent to about 27% of the country’s GDP in 2020. An overview of the webinar. Photo: NIC It is the predication stated in the latest report “Unlocking Vietnam’s Digital Potential” conducted by AlphaBeta, which was launched on October 18 at a webinar held by the Vietnam National Innovation Center (NIC) under the Ministry of Investment and Planning. Speaking at the event, Jacques Morisset, World Bank Lead Economist and Program Leader for Vietnam, pointed out the facts that about 60% of businesses use online platforms and tools and over 2,000 administrative procedures have gone online are bright spots in the context of Covid-19 that Vietnam has overcome. To move towards a contactless economy, Vietnam needs to focus on three priorities to …

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The show took place on the evening of October 12 on the largest outdoor stage of the Expo 2020 Dubai complex. It was part of Jalsat Nights - one of the top art shows at the event. The Dan bau was the only musical instrument that was invited to be present at Jalsat Nights. Jalsat Nights is a music series held monthly from October 2021 to March 2022 within the framework of Expo 2020 Dubai. It received special attention from the media and people of the Gulf countries. The organizers had an ambitious plan to not only showcase a part of the musical heritage of the United Arabian Emirates, but also give viewers a unique experience by introducing traditional instruments from several countries around the world. As one of the world's largest non-commercial exhibition events, Expo 2020 Dubai took place in the Middle East for the first time, attracting the participation of more than 190 countries and international organizations. The Vietnam Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai complex opened …

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The event saw the presence of President of the Hungary - Vietnam Friendship Association Dr. Botz László, a former senior military officer of Hungary, and more than 50 members of the association, as well as Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Nguyen Thi Bich Thao, President of the Vietnamese Association in Hungary Vu Quy Duong and representatives from the Vietnamese community in the European country. Addressing the event, Dr. Botz László recalled his memory as a member of the Hungarian mission supervising the agreement, underlining that during his time in Vietnam, he was impressed at the resilience and heroic spirit of the Vietnamese people and support from international friends to Vietnam. With his love for Vietnam, after concluding his mission, he and his fellow officers formed the Hungary - Vietnam Friendship Association at a hope to help younger generations get deeper understanding of the land and people of Vietnam as well as the traditional friendship between the two countries. …

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At the debut ceremony of the association of Vietnamese expatriates in Miyazaki. (Source: VNA) Tokyo (VNA) – Vietnamese expatriates in Japan ’s Miyazaki prefecture have just set up their association to connect the community for experience sharing and mutual support. According to the Vietnamese Consulate General in Fukuoka , the establishment of the association meets the desire of generations of Vietnamese in Miyazaki for a “common home”. In their letters of congratulation sent to the community on this occasion, Miyazaki Governor Kono Shunji and Mayor of Miyazaki city Tojiki Tadashi expressed their delight at the strong development of the community and praised the Vietnamese expats’ contributions to the local socio-economic development over the past time. They vowed to help the Vietnamese community have a stable life and well integrate into the host country. Addressing the event, Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Binh said he believed that the association will …

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Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Nguyen Thi Bich Thao (standing, in red dress) addresses the event (Photo: VNA) Prague (VNA) – An exchange was held in the Hungarian eastern city of Hajdúszoboszló from 15-17 as a tribute to former Hungarian officials who joined the international mission supervising the implementation of the Paris Agreement on ending the war in Vietnam in the 1973-1975 period. The event saw the presence of President of the Hungary-Vietnam Friendship Association Dr. Botz László, a former senior military officer of Hungary, and more than 50 members of the association, as well as Vietnamese Ambassador to Hungary Nguyen Thi Bich Thao, President of the Vietnamese Association in Hungary Vu Quy Duong and representatives from the Vietnamese community in the European country. Addressing the event, Dr. Botz László recalled his memory as a member of the Hungarian mission supervising the agreement, underlining that during his time in Vietnam, he was impressed at the …

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A Vietnam – Switzerland cultural festival takes place on October 16 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic relations (1971 – 2021). (Photo: VNA) Geneva (VNA) – A Vietnam – Switzerland cultural festival took place on October 16 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic relations (1971 – 2021), and enhance people-to-people exchange and cultural and economic cooperation. Present at the event were Vice President of the Council of the State of Geneva Mauro Poggia, and Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. In her welcoming remarks, Vietnamese Ambassador to Switzerland Le Linh Lan highly spoke of the achievements in the bilateral relations, saying 2021 holds a special meaning as the year marks the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic ties and the 30th anniversary of their development cooperation. Switzerland was among the first Western nations to establish …

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The 2020 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Program is now calling for applications from Vietnamese youngsters who will have the chance to take part in academic, exchange, and skill training activities at home and abroad, according to the U.S. Mission to Vietnam. YSEALI is a short-term academic program whose purpose is to promote regional strategic goals, reduce barriers to communication among Southeast Asia's young generations, and strengthen cross-border partnerships with the U.S. youth. The program is seeking Vietnamese talents aged 18-35, who are either undergraduates or postgraduates with outstanding leadership skills expressed in excellent academic performance and dynamic extracurricular activities. Eligible candidates are those with proficiency in English and profound enthusiasm for social contributions at their universities or working institutions. The program includes a virtual academic course and an integrated in-person experience approximately two to …

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A dubbing contest run by streaming platform Netflix and BHD company was launched in Vietnam on October 18. A dubbing contest, held by Netflix and BHD, is taking place in Vietnam (Photo: Netflix) This is the first dubbing competition run by Netflix in the Asia-Pacific region, aiming to support the local creative and dubbing industry. It also aims to celebrate the 22nd Vietnam Film Festival, an event which is expected to take place in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue from November 18 to November 20. Contestants aged 16 and above are eligible to compete in the competition. The ultimate winner of the contest will have the chance to meet with domestic and foreign voiceover experts, receive free three-month training from Netflix, and will also be dubbed in upcoming film projects produced by Netflix and BHD. …

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An event to celebrate local businesses’ contributions to combating the COVID outbreak while also keeping the economy afloat in Dak Nong Province on October 13. The province is focusing on improving its investment climate and simplifying administrative procedures. — Photo nld.com.vn Dak Nong strives to improve its investment climate and welcome businesses and investors to the province, Ngo Thanh Danh, its Party Committee Secretary has said. Speaking at an event held to honour local businesses’ contributions to the province’s efforts to ensure economic growth while also staying safe from the COVID-19 pandemic, he said in the year-to-date Dak Nong’s economy had grown by 7.72 per cent. Retail sales and exports also saw growth, he said. The province has been focusing on improving its investment and business climate and offering assistance to key projects in various fields such as solar and wind energy, industrial and agricultural products with high added value and tourism, he …

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At the event, the council discussed a mid-term review of the AEC Blueprint 2025. Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade acts as the agency holding the responsible for the implementation of the blueprint. Participants also talked about the building of the post-2025 ASEAN vision, regional and global trends. They agreed to continue to strengthen inter-sectoral and inter-pillar coordination as well as cooperation with all components of the ASEAN Economic Community in building the vision to ensure inclusiveness and practical benefits for member countries, towards the goal of building a strong ASEAN Community as well as consolidating ASEAN's centrality in the Asia-Pacific region and in other regional linkages. The implementation of Brunei’s economic collaboration initiatives, the preparation for the upcoming summits, and Cambodia’s orientations for building economic collaboration initiatives for 2022 were also tabled. Based on the results of the discussion, the conference approved a …

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