The institute’s director, Tran Ky Phuc, said the results of reviewing the previous PDP7 for the implementation of the new PDP8 showed that, between 2016 and 2020, thermal power sources only reached 57.6 per cent while renewable energy sources exceeded 205 per cent. The completion rate of 500kV transformer stations reached 73 per cent; with the rate reaching 88 per cent for 500kV transmission lines, 77 per cent for 220kV station, and 84 per cent for 220kV lines. … [Read more...] about New strategies essential for nation’s energy-saving goals
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Vietnam rescues Filipino fishermen stranded at sea
At around 7 a.m. Saturday, Ednor Villacino, 30, Rolly Baleso, 30, Rommel Evan, 32, and Eraed Dayot, 41, departed Filipino fishing vessel Athan to fish. But they got lost and stranded around 24 nautical miles to the southeast of Sand Cay, part of Vietnam's Spratly Islands, Vietnam News Agency reported. … [Read more...] about Vietnam rescues Filipino fishermen stranded at sea
Total of 205 traders allowed to export rice
This was a record high for rice export volume to this traditional market and it was also the first time the value exceeded the $1 billion mark. In addition, the export price to the Philippines surged in the year, hitting $476 per tonne on average, up 14.7 per cent against 2019. … [Read more...] about Total of 205 traders allowed to export rice