Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh stopped over the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) as part of his U.S. visit on Monday (local time) and rang the bell marking the end of the trading session at ‘The Big Board.’ PM Chinh expressed his pleasure to visit the NYSE, the world's largest stock exchange in terms of market capitalization, and to ring the bell closing the trading session. The premier hoped that the NYSE will give support and share its experience to help promote the development of an effective and sustainable stock market in Vietnam, and build a mutually beneficial partnership with Vietnamese partners, contributing to enhancing the Vietnam-U.S. comprehensive partnership. On this occasion, he witnessed the signing of two cooperation documents in the fields of finance, banking, and investment between Vietnamese and American companies, including the cooperation document between the State Securities Commission of Vietnam and the NYSE on providing support for market … [Read more...] about Vietnamese premier rings bell to close trading session at New York Stock Exchange
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NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue concludes official visit to Laos
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (L) and his Lao counterpart Saysomphone Phomvihane in the welcome ceremony (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and the NA delegation arrived in Hanoi late May 17, concluding an official visit to Laos at the invitation of Lao NA Chairman Saysomphone Phomvihane from May 15. In a thank-you letter to the Lao NA Chairman, Hue thanked the Lao legislative leader and other leaders for the warm welcome and the sincere, straightforward and trustful discussions during his visit, which he said contribute to promoting the further development of the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries in general and the two legislative bodies in particular. Earlier before leaving Laos , NA Chairman Hue and the high-ranking NA delegation called at the Vietnam Consulate General in Pakse, Champasak province, and met with representatives from the Vietnamese … [Read more...] about NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue concludes official visit to Laos
Strict visa policies hinder international guests from visiting Vietnam
Because of strict visa policies, promotions to attract international tourists have not been as effective as expected, according to many businesses. Enterprises have made huge investments to welcome back tourists, but such illogical visa policies may slow down the tourism recovery pace. Being confused and facing difficulties Many travel companies in Da Nang City told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper that visa policies for foreign tourists were still their biggest concern. Before the COVID-19 outbreak, Vietnam offered the visa waiver policy for citizens of many countries and the normal visa approval period was three to five days (visas which were valid for 30 days). However, the list of countries whose citizens are entitled to Vietnam’s visa waiver policy has been shortened and the visa processing period has been lengthened, putting enterprises at a disadvantage. Cao Tri Dung, chairman of the Da Nang Tourism Association, said that after the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of … [Read more...] about Strict visa policies hinder international guests from visiting Vietnam
Build Ring Road 3 by 2025, parliamentarian urges
A map of the Ring Road No. 3 passing through HCM City and Đồng Nai, Bình Dương and Long An provinces. — Photo plo.vn HCM CITY — A senior National Assembly deputy has asked the four localities hosting the Ring Road No. 3 to speed up site clearance for ensuring its completion by 2025. Vũ Hồng Thanh, chairman of the National Assembly’s Economic Committee, stressed the urgency of the project during a recent working visit to the road’s construction site. “The four localities (HCM City and Đồng Nai, Bình Dương and Long An provinces that the road will run through) are committed to ensure the allocation of investment, including additional adjusted funds for the project,” he noted. The NA working team would report its assessment to the National Assembly for approval in the next session, he noted. Lương Minh Phúc, head of the HCM City Management Board for Traffic Works Construction and Investment, said HCM City and other provinces are preparing necessary documents to submit to the … [Read more...] about Build Ring Road 3 by 2025, parliamentarian urges
PM visited New York Stock Exchange, urged cooperation for upgrading market
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and New York Stock Exchange President Lynn Martin rang the closing bell to mark the end of the day's trading session at New York Stock Exchange on May 16. — VNA/VNS Photo Duong Giang Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a working session at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on May 16 (local time) as part of the trip to the US. In meeting the NYSE executives, including the NYSE President Lynn Martin, the Vietnamese PM expressed his pleasure to visit the largest stock exchange in the world in terms of market capitalisation, and thanked them for the warm welcome received from the NYSE and the privilege to ring the bell to end the trading session of May 16. PM Chinh stressed that Viet Nam is cracking down on the violations of a few unscrupulous investors in the country’s own stock markets to ensure its integrity, security, transparency, and sustainable development. PM asked the NYSE to cooperate and share experience in making an effective stock … [Read more...] about PM visited New York Stock Exchange, urged cooperation for upgrading market
PM visits New York Stock Exchange, holds roundtable with CEOs of int’l firms
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (C) visits the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) (Photo: VNA) In his meeting with NYSE leaders, the Vietnamese PM expressed his pleasure to visit the largest stock exchange in the world in terms of market capitalisation, and thanked them for the warm welcome and the privilege to ring the bell to end the trading session of May 16. PM Pham Minh Chinh meets with representatives of NYSE (Photo: VNA) PM Chinh stressed that Vietnam is cracking down on the violations of a few unscrupulous investors in the country’s stock markets to ensure its security, transparency, and sustainable development. He asked the NYSE to cooperate and share experience in developing an effective, sustainable stock market in Vietnam as well as realising the country’s ambition to successfully build a regional-level financial centre, foster the win-win partnership between the NYSE and Vietnamese agencies and companies, contributing to the development of the … [Read more...] about PM visits New York Stock Exchange, holds roundtable with CEOs of int’l firms
PM visits New York Stock Exchange, holds roundtable with CEOs of world leading firms
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (C) visits the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) - Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held a working session at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on May 16 (local time) as part of his trip to the US. In his meeting with NYSE leaders, the Vietnamese PM expressed his pleasure to visit the largest stock exchange in the world in terms of market capitalisation, and thanked them for the warm welcome and the privilege to ring the bell to end the trading session of May 16. PM Pham Minh Chinh meets with representatives of NYSE (Photo: VNA) PM Chinh stressed that Vietnam is cracking down on the violations of a few unscrupulous investors in the country’s stock markets to ensure its security, transparency, and sustainable development . He asked the NYSE to cooperate and share experience in developing an effective, sustainable stock market in Vietnam as well as realising the country’s ambition to … [Read more...] about PM visits New York Stock Exchange, holds roundtable with CEOs of world leading firms
Visiting President Hồ’s idyllic hometown
SACRED JOURNEY: Sen Village has become a much-loved destination to visit during May. VNA/VNS Photo Tá Chuyên By Vân Trang and Tá Chuyên It has become a tradition during May every year, that people from across the country and further afield flock to Sen (Lotus) Village in the hometown of beloved President Hồ Chi Minh in Kim Liên Commune, the central province of Nghệ An. This month, the village has again become a hot spot, particularly due to a national celebration that will take place to mark President Hồ's 132nd birthday (May 19), and the country opening to tourism after two years of closure due to the pandemic. A team of friends and colleagues, both Vietnamese and foreigners from Finest Future, an international education group in Finland, chose Sen Village special national relic site for their first-holiday summer trip. They were among hundreds of thousands of visitors who have been and will visit the locality this month to pay tribute to President Hồ's noble … [Read more...] about Visiting President Hồ’s idyllic hometown
Thousands visit Hồ Chí Minh Mausoleum on 132nd anniversary of birth
Thousands of people from across the country come to pay their respects at Hồ Chí Minh's mausoleum on the 132th anniversary of his birthday. VNS Photo Bảo Ngọc Bảo Ngọc Thanks to its enormous historical significance, Hồ Chí Minh's Mausoleum has long been the starting point for first-time visitors to Hà Nội to begin their exploration of the city. The late, great President Hồ led Việt Nam to independence and is a well-known figure across the world. Since the beginning of May, thousands of international visitors, diplomatic delegations, and Vietnamese people from across the country have visited the monument to pay their respects on the 132nd anniversary of his birth (19/5/1890-19/5/2022), according to the mausoleum's administration board. Nguyễn Tú Linh, a 32-year-old resident of Hà Nội's Hai Bà Trưng District, said that he visits the mausoleum annually on Uncle Hồ's birthday to pay respects and express his gratitude. "I believe that President Hồ Chí Minh holds a … [Read more...] about Thousands visit Hồ Chí Minh Mausoleum on 132nd anniversary of birth
Greek President arrives in Hanoi for official visit to Vietnam
President Katerina Sakellaropoulou and a high-ranking delegation of Greece arrived in Hanoi on May 15 afternoon. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou and a high-ranking delegation of Greece arrived in Hanoi on May 15 afternoon, beginning their four-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of President Nguyen Xuan Phuc. Present at the welcome ceremony for the Greek President and her entourage at Noi Bai International Airport were Head of the Presidential Office Le Khanh Hai, Vietnamese Ambassador to Greece Le Hong Truong, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Pham Quang Hieu, and other representatives from the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreihn Affairs and the Greek Embassy in Hanoi. During her stay in Vietnam, President Sakellaropoulou is scheduled to pay tribute to late President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum and fallen soldiers at Heroic Martyrs’ Monument in Hanoi. She will hold talks with President Nguyen Xuan Phuc , pay a courtesy … [Read more...] about Greek President arrives in Hanoi for official visit to Vietnam