The country is switching to exporting more fragrant and high-quality rice at a higher price and added value. Furthermore, local rice farmers and traders have paid much attention to improving the quality of rice, origin traceability as well as adopted measures to meet the requirements of demanding markets such as the European Union, South Korea and the United States. … [Read more...] about Over 200 traders licensed to export rice
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Two returnees from U.S. test positive for Covid-19 20 days after arriving home
Vietnamese citizens returning home from abroad disinfect their hands at a quarantine center. The Health Ministry on January 21 confirmed two fresh Covid-19 cases who are local men returning home from the United States and transiting in South Korea – PHOTO: VNA HCMC – The Health Ministry on January 21 confirmed two fresh Covid-19 cases—local men returning home from the United States and transiting in South Korea—found to be infected with the disease 20 days after their arrival in Vietnam. … [Read more...] about Two returnees from U.S. test positive for Covid-19 20 days after arriving home
ASEAN foreign ministers discuss priorities for this year
In external affairs, they held that ASEAN would continue deepening ties with partners, as well as further improve its central role, particularly in building an open, transparent, inclusive regional architecture based on rules, frameworks and process found and led by itself, including the ASEAN+1, ASEAN+3, the ASEAN Regional Forum and the ASEAN Defence Minister’s Meeting Plus. … [Read more...] about ASEAN foreign ministers discuss priorities for this year
More than 3,000 firms seek support for digital transformation
The five-year programme aims to help all companies gain a better awareness of digital transformation. At least 100,000 will receive technical support in the field, and a network of at least 100 organisations and experts will be established to supply digital transformation solutions to firms. … [Read more...] about More than 3,000 firms seek support for digital transformation
American veterans deliver flood relief for Việt Nam
At the time, Ronald carried two cameras; one was assigned by the US Army with two rolls of black and white film, to follow the action. He returned these rolls of film to the commander of Charlie Company, but kept his own camera, with which he took 18 colour photos that were published in Life magazine, exposing the true story. … [Read more...] about American veterans deliver flood relief for Việt Nam
