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Vietnam pilots teaching German, Korean in high schools

Under the decision, German and Korean languages will be taught as the mandatory first for students from third grade to twelve grade of 10-year formal education in the pilot teaching program ( for formal education consisting of ten years of basic education).
The pilot foreign language teaching program aims to help students improve their communication skills of the two languages to satisfy demand of foreign language interpreters and translators during integration.
Specifically, sixth graders can achieve level A1 ( elementary), nine graders can finish intermediate and 12th grader can reach advanced level. The languages will be taught in a total of 1,155 periods each period lasting 35 minutes.
Upon the decision of pilot teaching program of German and Korean, high schoolers can teach the two languages as the first mandatory foreign language if schools ensure teaching staff and facilities.
Presently, first foreign languages including English, Russian, French, Chinese, Japanese, German and Korean are being taught in schools in Vietnam. Students who sit for the senior high school graduation examination can opt for English, Russian, Chinese, French, Japanese and German except for Korean.
Additionally, nine graders in Hanoi can opt for English, French, German, Japanese and Korean when they take foreign language tests into senior high schools.
Currently, English is common foreign language taught in high schools in Vietnam.
However, according to the new education program, German and Korean are considered as the second foreign languages. Students from 6 grade to twelve grade of 12-year formal education will be taught the two languages with a total of 735 periods (for formal education consisting of twelve years of basic education and basic education consisting of five years of primary education, four years of intermediate education, and three years of secondary education).

By Phan Thao – Translated by Anh Quan

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VinFast to produce batteries for electric cars in Vietnam

Under the MoU signed Wednesday, the two parties will set up a joint venture to manufacture solid-state batteries for electric cars. The joint venture will be licensed to use ProLogium’s patented solid-state battery pack assembly technology.

This is a strategic step for VinFast in mastering battery technology for electric vehicles, laying a foundation for its research and development of smart and advanced electric vehicles in the future.

Founded in 2006, ProLogium is the world’s leading solid-state battery maker. In 2017, ProLogium became the first company in the world to have a test line for solid-state battery technology for automotive applications.

Its solid-state batteries have passed safety tests in Europe and China, which are the world’s largest electric vehicle markets.

It is also cooperating with large electric cars manufacturers to test a new battery technology and expects to deploy it for mass-production in 2023-2024.

By using solid-state batteries, VinFast electric cars will be able to go longer distances, reduce charging time, and increase the total number of times they can be charged.

VinFast’s partnership with ProLogium is a part of its plan to become a global smart electric car brand.

In January, VinFast introduced three new electric self-driving car models. It is also setting up electric charging stations nationwide , aiming at 40,000 charging ports for electric bikes and cars by the end of 2021.

VinFast sold 31,500 cars in Vietnam last year. Since entering the auto industry three years ago the company now has a plant in the northern province of Hai Phong and R&D centers in Australia, Germany and the U.S.

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Vietnam to send warships to compete at Army Games 2021

The competition, due to take place from August 22 to September 4, will consist of 34 disciplines hosted by several countries under the auspices of the Russian Ministry of Defence.

Vietnam will host the Military Medical Relay Race and the second group stage of the Sniper Frontier contests for countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Two Vietnamese warships, 015 Tran Hung Dao and 016 Quang Trung of Brigade 162, Naval Zone 4, will take part in the event, announced Rear Admiral Pham Manh Hung, deputy commander of the Vietnam People’s Navy, at a recent meeting in Hai Phong City.

The two vessels, according to the official, will compete in the “Sea Cup” category that requires all crew members to participate in segments testing seamanship and damage control, in addition to a rescue training and an artillery contest.

At the 2020 International Army Games, the tank team of the Vietnam People’s Army triumphed in the final race in the second division of the Tank Biathlon category.

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Blooming coffee flowers a hidden gem in Vietnam’s Central Highlands

Photos of coffee flowers in full bloom across the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak are capturing the imaginations of photography, travel, and nature lovers across Vietnam.

Bui Nguyen Van Nguyen, the photographer behind the Instagram account @odaucungchup, is known for his stunning depictions of life in Ho Chi Minh City.

His newest photo series, however, has shifted gears, highlighting the beauty of blossoming coffee flowers for the account’s 108,000 followers.

With 7,700 ‘loves’ and 160 comments on the series, his photos are a hit.

“I was surprised to see how much everyone loved my photos. So was my family,” Nguyen told Tuoi Tre News .

According to Nguyen, a Central Highlands native who now lives in Ho Chi Minh City, the photos were taken at his father’s two-hectare Robusta coffee farm.

“My father was thrilled to see his farm adored by so many people,” Nguyen said, adding that his father looks after the coffee plants as if they were his own children.

Coffee flowers bloom into white clusters of small petals, which makes them look like daisies.

Coffee flowers blossom in clusters in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

Coffee flowers blossom in clusters in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

They do not smell like coffee, but do produce a light fragrance.

“Coffee flowers smell pleasant,” Nguyen commented.

“That, combined with their beauty, makes them irresistible and romantic.”

A bee amongst the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

A bee amongst the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

According to Nguyen, coffee flowers in the Central Highlands typically blossom from February to April.

After the flowering season, farmers wait until the end of the year, normally November, to harvest the coffee beans.

“As perennial plants which only reproduce once a year, coffee plants require daily care until they’re ready for harvest,” Nguyen shared.

““The important factors in achieving high output lie in both the year’s climate and the farmers’ skills.”

Below are some photos of coffee flowers taken in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak:

Coffee flowers blossom in clusters in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Coffee flowers blossom in clusters in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Tiny bugs hover near the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland Province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Tiny bugs hover near the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Coffee flowers blossom in clusters in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

A bee amongst the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

Tiny bugs hover near the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland Province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Tiny bugs hover near the coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
A group of women take selfies against the white blossoming coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland Province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
A group of women take selfies against the white blossoming coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
A woman takes selfies against the white blossoming coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland Province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
A woman takes selfies against the white blossoming coffee flowers in a Robusta garden in the Central Highland province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Nguyen’s father works on his coffee garden in the Central Highland Province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen
Bui Nguyen Van Nguyen’s father works in his coffee garden in the Central Highland province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

Coffee flowers on the ground in the garden of Nguyen’s father in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

Coffee flowers on the ground in the garden of Bui Nguyen Van Nguyen’s father in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak. Photo: Van Nguyen

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Vietnam repatriate citizens from Myanmar

The Hanoitimes – The situation in Myanmar becomes worse with dozens of protesters killed daily over the past few days.

Vietnam has repatriated nearly 400 Vietnamese citizens from Myanmar following deadly escalations after the military coup in early February.

Returnees arrive in Danang International Airport. Photo: Vietnam Airlines

Passengers landed in the home country on Thursday afternoon from two flights operated by Vietnam Airlines, the national flag carrier.

The returnees, who are those working and living in many parts of Myanmar, arrived in Danang for quarantine.

Vietnam Airlines said it took days to make the flights possible with the focus on safety measures against the pandemic.

All crew members and passengers equipped with personal protection equipment.

All crew members and passengers were required to wear personal protection equipment (PPE) during the flight and to undertake compulsory quarantine upon arrival.

Vietnam suspended international flights since March 2020 but it has maintained repatriation flights and Vietnam Airlines is responsible for almost all flights.

In 2020, Vietnam Airlines operated more than 180 flights bringing home more than 52,500 Vietnamese nationals who were stranded in more than 30 countries and territories.

The repatriation of Vietnamese nationals gives priority to children under 18, the elderly, the sick, students having no dormitories, those facing hardships, and special cases.

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Vietnam operates 3rd flight to repatriate citizens from US

The Hanoitimes – The first repatriation flight to the US took place a month ago.

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has finished the third flight to bring its citizens in US home at a time when the number of coronavirus infections in the US approached two million.

Vietnam has operated the 3rd repatriation flight from the US. Photo: Vietnam Airlines

On June 9, more than 340 passengers arrived in Hanoi on Vietnam Airlines’ most modern airplane, Boeing 787-10.

Passengers are those in the priority list, including children under 18, the elderly, people with pre-existing diseases, and students without dormitories.

On way from Hanoi to San Francisco, Vietnam Airlines carried American nationals and more than two tons of face masks as pandemic relief by Hanoi’s authorities.

Staff of Consulate General of Vietnam in San Francisco. Photo: MOFA

All crewmembers and passengers were required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), face masks, and gloves.

A group of 30 crewmembers served the transcontinental flight lasting for 33 hours.

Vietnam Airlines operated the first direct repatriation flight to the US to help more than 340 citizens fly home on May 8, followed by the second one on May 16.

Vietnam continues repatriating its citizens amid the rising global coronavirus infections and tightened travel restrictions.

As of June 9, the country has confirmed 329 cases and zero deaths.

So far, the country has repatriated nearly 6,000 citizens from different parts of the world.