Jujitsu Đào Hồng Sơn of Việt Nam wins a gold from the Jujitsu World Cup Beach 2022 on June 23 in Thailand. Photo from Đào Hồng Sơn Facebook HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam won four golds on the first day of competition at the Jujitsu International Federation World Cup Beach 2022, on June 23 on Jomtien Beach, Pattaya, Thailand. SEA Games champion Đào Hồng Sơn made the most remarkable victories with all three wins by submission in the men's U56kg. "It was a hard-working day. But the result was so sweet, with three submission wins. Thank you for watching and encouraging me," Sơn posted on his Facebook page. Earlier, world champion Phùng Thị Huệ secured gold in the women's U45kg category. Hoàng Thị Nhật Quế won the women's U70kg class and Phạm Trí Dũng topped the men's U69kg pool. The Vietnamese team also brought home one silver by Phạm Lê Hoàng Linh in the men's U85kg and 11 bronze medals. On the last day, athletes will vie for medals in the men's and women's team events. Việt … [Read more...] about VN jujitsu fighters win four golds at ‘beach world cup’
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Hanoi dancers win three gold medals at National Amateur Dance Competition 2022
The contest aims to contribute to preserving and promoting Vietnamese folk dance art among youth. Amateur dancers from Hanoi Cultural Center have won three gold and three silver medals at the Vietnam National Amateur Dance Competition 2022. The performance of dancers from Hanoi draw the attention of An Giang audiences. Photo: Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports The annual competition was organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in the southern province of An Giang in early June. According to the organizers, it was held to honor the beauty and diversity of today's Vietnamese folk dance art, which is based on a harmonious combination of tradition and modernity. Hanoi delegation won the gold medal for an art program that consists five dances dividing into three categories of Solo, Trio, and group dance. Non-professional dancers from Hanoi also won two gold medals for their solo dance performances entitled “A Dao” and “Forever Shining … [Read more...] about Hanoi dancers win three gold medals at National Amateur Dance Competition 2022
Vietnamese jujitsu fighters win four golds at ‘beach world cup’
Dao Hong Son of Vietnam wins a gold from the Jujitsu World Cup Beach 2022 on June 23 in Thailand. (Photo from Dao Hong Son Facebook) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) – Vietnam won four golds on the first day of competition at the Jujitsu International Federation World Cup Beach 2022, on June 23 on Jomtien Beach, Pattaya, Thailand. SEA Games champion Dao Hong Son made the most remarkable victories with all three wins by submission in the men's U56kg. "It was a hard-working day. But the result was so sweet, with three submission wins. Thank you for watching and encouraging me," Son posted on his Facebook page. Earlier, world champion Phung Thi Hue secured gold in the women's U45kg category. Hoang Thi Nhat Que won the women's U70kg class and Pham Tri Dung topped the men's U69kg pool. The Vietnamese team also brought home one silver by Pham Le Hoang Linh in the men's U85kg and 11 bronze medals. On the last day, athletes will vie for medals in the men's and women's team … [Read more...] about Vietnamese jujitsu fighters win four golds at ‘beach world cup’
Vietnam book place in Women World Cup for first time
This is a remarkable end for Vietnam as the majority of the team were infected with Covid-19 before the tournament took place in India on January 20. On February 6, Vietnam defeated Chinese Taipei 2-1 in the Women’s Asian Cup playoffs to attend the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 for the first time. FIFA praises the Vietnam team. The opening goal from Chuong Thi Kieu at the 6th minute and Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy’s goal at the 56th minute increased the Vietnamese team’s lead in the match that Vietnam enjoyed the bulk of the possession (61%) and put pressure early on Chinese Taipei. Vietnam played for the most part of the game in the belting sun and humidity in Mumbai, India. “An aggressive Vietnam side left little room for Taipei to relax in a physically and vocally charged encounter that found players constantly reaching for a wet towel to deal with the conditions,” The Hindu reported. “Vietnam were undaunted and pushed forward with their positive play rewarded … [Read more...] about Vietnam book place in Women World Cup for first time
“Make in Vietnam” Digital Product Awards come back
“Make in Vietnam” Digital Product Awards have created spillover effects, promoting the development of Vietnam’s IT industry. “Make in Vietnam” Digital Product Awards will return for the third consecutive year, aiming to honor excellent digital technology products with great practical value recognized in the development of e-government, digital economy and society in the country. The “Make in Vietnam” Digital Product Awards 2022 was launched on June 22 by the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC). It is an official award of the ICT industry annually held by the MIC to recognize enterprises with digital products designed, developed and produced in Vietnam that provide solutions to pressing issues currently facing the country. The third edition of the award was launched at a press conference on June 22. Photo: Hien Minh Delivering the opening speech, MIC’s Deputy Minister Pham Duc Long said MIC will help winning products gain access to a broader … [Read more...] about “Make in Vietnam” Digital Product Awards come back
‘Make in Vietnam’ Digital Technology Product Awards 2022 launched
The Ministry of Information and Communications launched the ‘Make in Vietnam’ Digital Technology Product Awards 2022 in Hanoi on June 22. 'Make in Vietnam' Digital Technology Product Awards 2022 is launched in Hanoi on June 22. (Photo: VNA) This marks the third consecutive year that the competition has been held with the ultimate aim of honouring excellent digital technology products which have been designed, created, and manufactured in Vietnam. All of the products boast great practical value recognised in the development of the digital economy, digital government, and digital society in the country. This year’s event will see businesses compete across four categories, namely digital products for digital government, digital economy, digital society, and potential digital products. With regard to potential digital products, this category will only be applicable to small and medium-sized enterprises or creative start-ups. Gold, silver, and bronze awards … [Read more...] about ‘Make in Vietnam’ Digital Technology Product Awards 2022 launched
Vimico raises environmental awareness
Improved production, business efficiency Vimico adheres rigorously to the Law on Environmental Protection. In addition to staff training organized by the Vietnam National Coal-Mineral Industries Holding Corporation Limited (Vinacomin), Vimico also organizes a separate training class on environmental protection for managers in charge of departments and workshops, thereby raising awareness of environmental protection in production and business activities. In mineral mining, the corporation applies technology selectively to enrich primary ores, and thoroughly recover metallic minerals. As a result, it can both reduce resource loss and improve environmental protection efficiency by not leaving metal ores that pollute soil, rock and water sources, reducing the volume of ore transport and dust generated during the transportation process. At the same time, it maintains the watering mode to limit generated dust on mining routes. The corporation also plants trees to protect the environment … [Read more...] about Vimico raises environmental awareness
Financial startup Anfin raises $4.8 mln
It was led by angel investor Clement Benoit and U.S.-based startup accelerator Y Combinator. The money will be used to improve its app by building a social network in it so users can share their investment knowledge. Anfin was launched in October last year and has raised around $7 million to date. Its app allows users to invest as little as VND10,000. Its CEO, Phuoc Tran, said the app has over 100,000 active accounts with a total transaction value of $10 million. Benoit said creating a product that serves many groups of people in society is the right move in a big market such as Asia. He hoped the company would branch out to other countries and succeed in its social investing business model. Interest in stocks remains sky-high in Vietnam, with 476,300 new accounts opened in May, a new record. Phuoc said despite the volatility in the market, stocks remain an asset class with great prospects. Data from investment fund Dragon Capital Vietnam shows that in the last five … [Read more...] about Financial startup Anfin raises $4.8 mln
Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng meets voters in Hà Nội
Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng meets with voters from three districts of Hà Nội after the third session of the 15th National Assembly. — VNA/VNS Photo Trí Dũng HÀ NỘI — Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng held a meeting with voters in three districts of Hà Nội on Thursday, where the public praised the Government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and condemned recent corruption scandals involving medical supplies. The Party leader met with voters from Đống Đa, Ba Đình and Hai Bà Trưng districts after the third session of the 15th National Assembly. The meeting was also held online with 1,225 voters from 55 wards of the three districts. After being briefed about the 3rd session of the 15th National Assembly, voters strongly condemned acts of profiteering in purchasing medical supplies and equipment with the support of some cadres and Party members during the COVID-19 pandemic, which seriously affected people's trust in the health sector. Apart from reforming … [Read more...] about Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng meets voters in Hà Nội
New crown for Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 unveiled
The new crown for the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 is called “Vinawoman – Infinity." (Photo: Organiser) Hanoi (VNA) – A new crown for the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022, called “ Vinawoman – Infinity”, has been unveiled by the pageant’s organisers. Made of white gold, the tiara features 2,137 diamonds and 279 sapphires of various sizes. The highlight of the crown is the three golden sapphires placed in its centre as a symbol of prosperity. In addition, the two crowns for the runners-up are also elegantly designed with thousands of gemstones. The finale of the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 is set to take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, on June 25, with 41 contestants vying for the Vinawoman crown ./. VNA … [Read more...] about New crown for Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 unveiled