Vietnam wants to learn from Hungary’s experience in developing information-technology (IT) policies in the context of the fourth industrial revolution, said Minister of Information and Communications Truong Minh Tuan. At a meeting with Hungarian Minister of National Development Miklos Sesztak in Hanoi on September 25, Tuan called on Hungary to share its experience in implementing programmes and projects on information and communication technology (ICT) application in state administrative management like e-Government, e-certification and information safety, among others. Minister of Information and Communications Truong Minh Tuan (R) and Hungarian Minister of National Development Miklos Sesztak He suggested the two sides to boost cooperation in the research and development of national database system, internet of things (IoT), icloud, artificial intelligence and smart cities. Tuan said on the basis of cooperation agreements reached by the two ministries, … [Read more...] about Vietnam cooperates with Hungary in ICT cooperation
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Vietnamese goods, foods introduced in UK
Representatives cut the ribbons to open the programme. — VNA/VNS Photo LONDON — A programme to introduce Vietnamese goods and foods in the UK is underway at Longdan Supermarket in Crawley, about 45km south of London. The week-long event, which started on Sunday, is hosted by the Vietnam Trade Office under the Vietnamese Embassy in the UK, in collaboration with the Vietnam Business Association in the UK (VBUK), and Longdan and EUTEK groups. As part of activities in the trade promotion programme of the Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), the event aims to promote high-quality Vietnamese products that are benefiting from the UK-Việt Nam Free Trade Agreement (UKVFTA) to British retailers and consumers. Handicraft products, coffee, fresh and dried fruits, canned fruit juice, vermicelli, dried noodle, rice papers, cashew nuts, and fragrant rice from reputable export enterprises of Việt Nam are being displayed at the supermarket and Vietnamese markets in Nottingham. … [Read more...] about Vietnamese goods, foods introduced in UK
Night performances create distinctive feature at Hue Festival 2022
A performance of the Gute Gute band from Israel attracts a large audience. (Photo: VNA) Thua Thien-Hue (VNA ) – Performances of the eight domestic and foreign art troupes on June 26 created a distinctive feature at the ongoing week-long Hue Festival 2022 in the ancient capital of the same name. The art troupe from the Central Highland province of Dak Lak brought in songs and dances honouring the beauty of mountainous areas, reflecting the aspiration and strength of the people who want to conquer heaven, earth and nature. Night performance s by domestic and foreign art troupes , which take place from 7.30 to 9.30pm every day, will last until June 29, admission is free. The new feature of the event is that the performances are held in the open air so audiences can enjoy and join in at the same time. The Hue Festival 2022 runs from June 25-30 with eight major programmes and many sidelines events in various locations along the city's famous Huong River./. VNA … [Read more...] about Night performances create distinctive feature at Hue Festival 2022
TCP Group’s CEO announced a new corporate plan
Saravoot Yoovidhya, CEO of TCP Group, announced the new corporate purpose in Vietnam From 2022 to 2024, TCP Group is further driving the organisation towards sustainable business growth and creating a positive impact on society and the environment, locally and globally. "Five years ago, we announced the synergy of our various businesses into TCP Group, and we have been working towards sustainable development goals ever since. Up to now, events like COVID-19 and digital transformation have tremendously affected business, society, and the environment. We, therefore, are revisiting our purpose and strategies in every aspect to prepare for the volatile future and to create growth for the organisation while energising the sustainability of the world with a new purpose, called Energising A Better World For All,” said Saravoot Yoovidhya, CEO of TCP Group. Throughout its over 60 years of operation, TCP Group's priority has been to ensure the development of the economy, society, and … [Read more...] about TCP Group’s CEO announced a new corporate plan
Red Bull and HAGL FC tournament reveal five fresh football talents
Five talents were revealed at the final of the football talent recruitment tournament hosted by Red Bull and HAGL FC Through the event, the young gifted footballers got the chance to show off their talent and passion, approach professional vocations, unleash positivity, and ignite their inner strength. The tournament is among the efforts of the long-term growth commitment of TCP Group in Vietnam. The finals were conducted on June 26 at the Seventh Military Region Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City, drawing over 5,000 fans. Saravoot Yoovidhya, CEO of TCP Group stated, “I am really glad to witness the positive and energetic atmosphere during the finals of the tournament. The love of football, the great atmosphere, and the fearlessness of talents spread positivity throughout the community. This is also TCP Group's purpose, which is to energise everyone to boldly and happily conquer all obstacles, making a better world for all." In the finals, 20 chosen talents from the local … [Read more...] about Red Bull and HAGL FC tournament reveal five fresh football talents
The path to success with smart 5G manufacturing in Vietnam
Denis Brunetti, president in Vietnam and Myanmar for Ericsson With digital transformation being accelerated in the manufacturing sector, what are the factors for the successful development of smart factories in Vietnam? The next wave of socioeconomic development in Vietnam will be created through innovation, science, and technology, driven by the digital economy. A key component of Vietnam’s socioeconomic development strategy is the digital economy, which will contribute 25 per cent of GDP by 2025 and 30 per cent by 2030. It will also further enhance productivity in all key economic sectors of Vietnam. The new digital economy will be created by scientific and technological advancements and innovation, particularly in areas such as 5G, AI, machine learning, automation, cloud computing, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT). With our global scale and expertise, we look forward to supporting Vietnam with the expanded deployment of 4G and 5G networks moving forward. … [Read more...] about The path to success with smart 5G manufacturing in Vietnam
“Viet Nam is a promising market for healthcare,” Senior global leader of Sanofi shared of his business travel to Asia.
International School Ho Chi Minh City featured in Queen’s Official Platinum Jubilee Pageant Commemorative Album Dan Truong set to excite audiences at Sun Fest concert Schneider Electric launches inaugural Global Partner Recognition Program Dettol joins hands with HCMC University Medical Center to celebrate World Hand Hygiene Day Capella Hanoi Hotel ranked among top 100 in the world Marc-Antoine Lucchini, Head of Foundation and General Medicines at Sanofi , recently had a business trip to several Asian countries. Among those countries, Viet Nam was highly evaluated for its potential market for healthcare development. The effort of digital transformation and sustainability commitment from Sanofi Like many countries, Viet Nam is facing heavy burdens of morbidity and mortality caused by non-communicable diseases. Being able to control risk factors, improve disease prevention, make early diagnoses and manage treatments of such … [Read more...] about “Viet Nam is a promising market for healthcare,” Senior global leader of Sanofi shared of his business travel to Asia.
☕ Afternoon briefing on June 27
Hanoi, (VNA) – The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency on June 27. -National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue met representatives from the Vietnamese entrepreneur community in Europe in Budapest on June 26 evening (local time), as part of his official visit to Hungary. Earlier the same day, NA Chairman Hue visited the Vietnamese Embassy and met Vietnamese people living in Hungary. Read full story -Prof. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Thang, Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) and visiting Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong jointly pressed the button to inaugurate a portal of the Vietnam-Australia Centre (VAC) on June 27. Penny Wong, who is on an official visit to Vietnam from June 26-28, said the VAC will play an important role in enriching the knowledge of future Vietnamese officials trained at the academy, as well as promoting cooperation and strengthening links between the people of the … [Read more...] about ☕ Afternoon briefing on June 27
Over 70% of Vietnamese population use internet
Ilustrative image (Photo: cafef.vn ) Hanoi (VNA) - The rate of internet users in Vietnam has increased to 70.3% of the population over the last two decades, heard a recent forum themed “The future of Internet” hosted by the Ministry of Information and Communications. digital gap and universalising the internet to all people. The view of the forum (Photo: http://www.hanoimoi.com.vn/) Attention should be paid to developing core network infrastructure and domestic internet network through expanding domestic internet connections and converting the entire Vietnam ese internet networks to the next-generation Internet Protocol (IPv6), he said, underlining the need for a modern and open policy in the field. Participants agreed that the internet has become an essential need of the people, which is the foundation for developing digital economy and digital society in Vietnam. At the forum, representatives of management agencies, local and international experts … [Read more...] about Over 70% of Vietnamese population use internet