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Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The national COVID-19 caseload rose to 11,467,619 with 1,928 new cases recorded on September 22, according to the Ministry of Health . With 1,259 patients given the all clear during the day, the number of recoveries rose to 10,583,947. Meanwhile, there are 123 patients needing breathing support. No death from COVID-19 was recorded in the past 24 hours. The total fatalities stood at 43,146. On September 21, an additional 77,933 doses of vaccines were administered, raising the total number of doses of COVID-19 vaccines injected to 259,733,668./. VNA … [Read more...] about Over 1,900 new COVID-19 cases logged on September 22

An additional 1,176 new Covid-19 infections were confirmed on Saturday, raising the national tally to over 11.47 million, according to the Ministry of Health. Illustrative photo According to the ministry's report, the national caseload has so far increased to 11,471,340. On September 24, an additional 930 more patients recovered from the disease, raising the number of recoveries in the country to nearly 10.58 million. On Saturday evening, no deaths from Covid-19 were recorded, the country's total fatalities stay at 43,146, accounting for 0.4 per cent of total infections. By September 23, the country had injected nearly 260 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines. The Ministry of Health has asked localities nationwide to vaccinate children aged between six months old to five years old against Covid-19. According to the ministry, to date, nearly 260 million doses of Covid-19 vaccine have been used for people aged from five years old. Around 60 percent of … [Read more...] about Vietnam reports additional 1,176 new Covid-19 cases on Saturday

According to the article, the Southeast Asian nation continues to be highly appreciated at the U.N. with its appointment of officers to join the peacekeeping missions in South Sudan and the Central African Republic, as well as its active participation in talks to achieve the U.N.'s priority sustainable development goals. Vietnam's fight against the COVID-19 pandemic has also recorded many results, including the provision of masks and medical equipment to underserved countries. The article said Vietnam is currently the coordinator of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the UNHRC. It has fulfilled the second Universal Periodic Review (UPR) of the council and is making recommendations of the third UPR. Vietnam has also paid special attention to international conventions on the protection and promotion of human rights. It is currently a party to 25 conventions of the International Labor Organization (ILO) and by 2020, Vietnam was home to 43 organizations of 16 … [Read more...] about Vietnam merits seat at U.N. Human Rights Council: Washington Times

This is a surge from 2020 when only 9% of respondents used the internet for more than nine hours a day, according to the Vietnam Ecommerce 2022 report by the Vietnam e-Commerce and Digital Economy Agency (iDEA). However, there were declines in internet usage time in other segments. As many as 27% say they use the internet from three to five hours a day, compared to 31% in 2020. Besides, 23% log five to seven hours, against 27% in 2020. Most respondents access the internet on their smartphones. The main reason Vietnamese people use the internet are studying, watching movies or listening to music, and online shopping, said the report, which surveyed 4,584 respondents nationwide. Nearly 75% of respondents say they shop online, while 91% use their smartphones. The top sales categories are "clothes, footwear and cosmetics," "household appliances", and "electronic devices". Cash remains king as 73% pay cash on delivery. But there is a rise in e-wallet usage, from 23% … [Read more...] about One in five Vietnamese spend 9 hours a day online

It has submitted the options to the National Assembly Standing Committee for consideration and passage by the legislature, with the cuts expected to last six months. Under one option, the special consumption tax on petrol, including E5 and E10 biofuels, will be reduced by 50%, and VAT on petrol, jet fuel, diesel, kerosene, mazut, lubricating oil, and grease will be lowered by 20%. Under a second option, the special consumption tax will again halve while VAT will be cut by 50%, and the loss of revenue is estimated at VND12.19 trillion (US$518.55 million). Over six months, the treasury is expected to lose VND7.43 trillion (US$316.17 million) if these cuts are effected. The ministry said global oil prices would continue to be volatile, and many countries are dealing with high inflation and fear a recession is imminent. So it is necessary to reduce taxes on petrol and oil in a timely manner to curb inflation and spur the economy. … [Read more...] about Vietnam to cut fuel taxes to curb inflation

Nguyen Thai Hiep, who acted suspiciously while carrying the suitcase on Chu Van An Street in Binh Thanh District on Friday, was stopped by police. When inspecting his suitcase, authorities found 42 new iPhone 14s with original labels in foreign languages and no sub-labels in Vietnamese. He also failed to show the necessary papers to prove their origin. Authorities suspect him of smuggling the iPhones 14s, which were seized to aid the investigation. Earlier, many Vietnamese flocked to Singapore and Thailand, queuing in front of Apple Stores to buy the new iPhones. In Vietnam, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus can be ordered via some Apple's official distribution channels at the price of VND24.99 million ($1,054) and VND27.99 million, respectively, for the 128GB version. … [Read more...] about Saigon man suspected of smuggling 42 iPhones 14

Photo: Singer Tung Duong (L) and journalist Le Xuan Thanh, head of the organising board (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnamese singer Tung Duong once again dominated the 16th Devotion Music Awards, held online in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on January 7, as he won three of the nine major categories. Specifically, Duong won “ Album of the Year ” for his progressive rock album “Human”, “Music Show of the Year” for the “Human” liveshow, and “Singer of the Year” for his powerful and energetic performance s and contributions to contemporary music. He has so far pocketed 13 prizes at the Devotion Music Awards. Photo: Singer Tung Duong performs at the awards ceremony (Photo: VietnamPlus) “Producer of the Year” went to DJ and music producer Hoang Touliver, who is Music Director of the TV reality show Rap Viet, which looks for the next best rapper in Vietnam. The show was a hit, with more than 1 million viewers tuning in to watch the finale on YouTube. Rap Viet was … [Read more...] about Divo Tung Duong wins three major prizes at 2021 Devotion Music Awards

The Korea-ASEAN Plus International Forum on Logistics (KAIF) was chaired by Maj. Gen. Son Dae-kwon, the RoK Army's assistant chief of staff, YONHAP news agency reported. This activity was held on the sidelines of DX Korea 2022, an ongoing defense exhibition that kicked off on September 21 in Goyang, just northwest of Seoul. The forum brought together 36 foreign officials from 13 countries including eight ASEAN countries as well as those from Australia, India, Maldives, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. This year's forum focuses on strengthening relations among the participating countries and introducing RoK military support systems to improve the environment for the export of logistical supplies, the RoK Army said in a press release. A series of high-tech defense systems were showcased by the RoK at the event, including the "warrior platform," cutting-edge battle gear featuring advanced bulletproof helmets, sniper rifles, night-vision devices, and other pieces of equipment. … [Read more...] about Korea-ASEAN Plus International Forum on Logistics to enhance defense cooperation

Many banks set high profit targets this year. (Photo: Vietnam Plus) Hanoi (VNA) - Many banks have set high profit ambitions for this year due to rising credit demand and the grand march of continued economic recovery. Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of this year increased 5.03% year-on-year, higher than the 4.72 percent growth rate in the same period last year. As of March 21, credit growth had risen by more than 4%, 2.7 times higher than at the same time last year. In the recently published 2021 annual report, the management board of the Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) said that in 2022, the bank aims to increase total assets by 15% compared to the previous year and charter capital by 19.4%. Notably, it targets 20.3 trillion VND (869 million USD) in pre-tax profit this year, up 23% year-on-year. At the recent meeting of shareholders, the Vietnam International Commercial Joint Stock Bank (VIB) approved a plan with an expected profit … [Read more...] about Banks to book impressive profits for 2022 as economy recovers

Pepper being cleaned by workers of Loc Quang Cooperative in Binh Phuoc Province. — VNA/VNS Photo There are great business opportunities for Vietnamese pepper exporters in the United Kingdom - a lucrative market with high demand for pepper imports. According to industry experts, local pepper exporters can also take advantage of the UK's supply shortages to increase exports of its key items such as pepper to the country as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brexit and the international sanctions against Russia have resulted in a supply instability and scarcity in the UK. Currently, the UK is the second-largest importer and consumer of pepper in Europe after Germany and Viet Nam's pepper exports to the UK market have surged positively in recent years. In 2020, Viet Nam shipped 5,621 tonnes of pepper to the UK, raking in US$48 million of the total 14,000 tonnes and $121 million that the UK imported. Later in 2021, the Southeast Asian pepper exports to the UK saw a significant … [Read more...] about Untapped opportunities for Vietnamese pepper exports in the UK