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On Monday, more than 55 chefs divided into 11 teams participated in an event to process hundreds of coconut-based delicacies in Ben Tre to set a world record in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the birth of the Vietnamese cultural celebrity Nguyen Dinh Chieu (1822-1888), whose hometown was Ben Tre. The delicacies are made from different parts of the coconut tree, including coconut palm heart, shredded coconut, desiccated coconut, coconut milk, coconut water and sprouted coconut. Nguyen Thi Be Muoi, vice chairwoman of Ben Tre, said this was a great pride of Ben Tre people and the world record helps to promote its culture and tourism image to international visitors. Currently, Ben Tre is well known as Vietnam's coconut capital and has more than 200,000 families growing coconuts, accounting for about two thirds of the total number of households in the province. Ben Tre boasts the largest coconut-growing area in the country at 74,000 hectares (182,800 acres). … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s 222 coconut-based dishes set world record

Held at the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam's hall with online participation from eight central units, including the Party's Central Inspection Commission and ministries of Public Security and National Defense, and 63 cities and provinces, the event gathers around 81,000 delegates. The conference, the biggest ever on Vietnam's anti-corruption campaign, aimed to evaluate the actual results of fight against corruption and other negative activities, limitations and weaknesses in the past 10 years and after more than a year of implementing the Resolution of the 13th Party Congress that was issued last February. At the same time, it will indicate the causes, draw lessons from experience and set out key tasks and solutions in the coming time. After the discussion, Party's General Secretary Trong, head of the Central Steering Committee on Anti-Corruption, will give a concluding speech. According to a report by the Central Committee for Internal Affairs, the … [Read more...] about Vietnam reviews corruption fight at biggest conference ever

The flag carrier is looking for potential investors to acquire a stake in Pacific Airlines while trying to evaluate its value, and whether a private placement offer or public auction is suitable for the deal, Vietnam Airlines head accountant Tran Thanh Hien told shareholders at the annual general meeting Tuesday. There are several different decrees on state capital management that should be consulted for each of the two options, which Vietnam Airlines are studying in great depth, he said. Another challenge involves Pacific Airlines having accumulated a loss, with extra rules governing the sale of such companies, he added. Hien said Vietnam Airlines is requesting the government to help it find a suitable investor in Pacific Airlines in a way that ensures transparency in legal implementation. The state-owned carrier said in a recent report that Pacific Airlines is in a "severe" financial situation and is facing insolvency. The low-cost carrier is reporting an accumulated loss … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines faces legal headache in sale of ailing Pacific Airlines

According to Hai’s agent Nguyen Dac Van, the medical ended at 7:30 p.m. (Hanoi time) in the club’s headquarter in Pau District, Pyrénées-Atlantiques Province, about 800 km away from Paris. Hai met the basic medical requirements for a professional player, after taking blood, muscle, heart rate, leg strength, speed, endurance and magnetic resonance tests. His two-year contract, with the option of extension for another year with Pau FC, has been activated, making him the first Vietnamese player to sign for a professional club in France. "The first important part has been completed. I have officially become a member of Pau FC from this moment. I’m very happy and proud," Hai wrote on social media. Pau FC is a small club in France with a stadium that has a capacity of over 4,000. They also have the lowest salary budget in France’s second division Ligue 2, with a total of €2.93 million ($3.05 million) paid to the players last season. However, Hai said he is satisfied with his choice … [Read more...] about Vietnam star midfielder passes medical to join French club

At the seminar The symposium was participated by the UNESCO Representative in Vietnam, Christian Manhart; Consul General of India in HCMC, Madan Mohan Sethi; Secretary of the Party Committee of Ben Tre Province, Le Duc Tho; Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda and Training Commission, Phan Xuan Thuy; Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Hoang Dao Cuong, leaders of provinces and cities, Vietnamese and international scientists. UNESCO Representative in Vietnam, Christian Manhart (L) and  Consul General of India in HCMC, Madan Mohan Sethi (C) attend the event. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Hoang Dao Cuong emphasized that celebrity Nguyen Dinh Chieu used the pen as a weapon to express his patriotism and love for the people. He was not only a Vietnamese poet who was known for his nationalist and anti-colonial writings against the French colonization of Cochinchina, an exemplary teacher but also a popular medical … [Read more...] about Int’l seminar on Great celebrity Nguyen Dinh Chieu celebrates his 200th birthday

More than 4,000 participants took part in the 2022 Ben Tre Marathon in Ben Tre Province, located in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region, last weekend. The race was one of the activities held to celebrate the 200th birthday of Vietnamese poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu and his UNESCO recognition as a World Cultural Celebrity, as well as part of the provincial traditional cultural festival. In addition to competition expertise, the tournament was meant to promote the development of tourism in Ben Tre among local and international sports lovers. Runners participate in the 2022 Ben Tre Marathon in Ben Tre Province, Vietnam, June 26, 2022. Photo: M.Q. / Tuoi Tre The event took the runners through a uniquely-designed route, crossing green coconut trees, from the tomb and memorial area of Nguyen Dinh Chieu in Ba Tri District to Ben Tre City, the provincial capital. Nguyen Dinh Chieu was born on July 1, 1822 in the former southern province of Gia Dinh, the location of modern Ho Chi … [Read more...] about Over 4,000 runners join Ben Tre Marathon in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta region

Five Star Poseidon project in the southern Vũng Tàu City. Photo courtesy of the firm VŨNG TÀU — Seeking a unique architectural plan and tourist landmarks for the coastal city of Vũng Tàu, Five Star International Group (Five Star Group) and Agritour & Green World organised an International Design Competition. It was won by 'Marine Architectural Icons for Five Star Poseidon & Five Star Odyssey.' The Organising Committee announced the results, with the two first prizes going to FINKO Architects - one of the most famous architectural design offices in Việt Nam. Five Star Poseidon & Five Star Odyssey are two projects with prime locations, in line with the general planning of Vũng Tàu City approved by the Prime Minister. These two projects have a strategic vision to anticipate the development of crucial technical infrastructure such as the Long Thành Airport, a system of highways and coastal roads connecting the entire Southern region and the South Central region. At … [Read more...] about International Competition creates architectural plan for Vũng Tàu

According to the city’s Department of Tourism , the event aims to revive tourism activities after a period of crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Some 160 domestic and international dancers in colorful costumes join the parade moving along the city streets in a festive atmosphere. The carnival takes place from 7.30pm to 9.30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays until July 24, except for July 9, with ten parade cars decorated with replicas of Da Nang’s famous tourist attractions, departing from Tran Thi Ly Bridge to APEC park on the west end of the Rong (Dragon) Bridge and arriving at a square on Bach Dang Street. Organizers hope the street carnival is expected to bring tourists and local residents jubilant and brilliant summer months. Taking place from June 11 to August 15 with many festivals and large events, the Enjoy Da Nang Summer Festival 2022 will feature three main themes, namely Enjoy Da Nang Festival & Music, Enjoy Da Nang Beach and Enjoy Da Nang Delicacy./. VNA … [Read more...] about Sun Fest Street Carnival kicks off vibrant summer in Da Nang

"As the monsoon rains fall in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, savvy travelers in Vietnam head to the central coast where the weather is dry and warm," the magazine said. Hoi An, a 400-year-old town that used to be the busiest trading port in Southeast Asia in the 16th century, is an ideal place where tourists are able to step back in time, it said. "In Hoi An, lantern-strewn streets reveal Chinese temples and ancient tea-houses." Once a convergence point for Chinese traders, it's not difficult to see ancient temples and assembly halls with a touch of Chinese architecture that worship red-faced General Quan Cong (Guan Yu), an eminent figure in the Three Kingdoms legend and China’s ancient civil war. Time Out also suggested visitors leave Hoi An and laze on the stretches of white sandy beaches around Da Nang before conquering Hai Van Pass on a motorbike tour, and visit Hue’s Imperial Citadel that used to witness the ups and downs of Nguyen Dynasty, Vietnam’s last royal family. In … [Read more...] about Hoi An among world’s best places to visit in July

"If we do not operate regularly, we will lose our slots at bus stations, but the more we operate, the more we lose because of surging costs," Do Van Bang, CEO of Sao Viet’s parent company, Minh Thanh Phat, said. Sao Viet has reducing the number of trips to cut costs. Bang said the only way to break even is to increase fares by 15-20 percent, but with competition being intense, the time is not right for it. But the company would not be able to absorb the losses for long, he added. The company is one of many to lose due to the 39 percent rise in fuel prices since the beginning of this year. Nguyen Manh Hung, CEO of transport firm International Logistics, said fuel accounts for 40 percent of costs, and so the increases in their prices has affected the company. It is not easy to negotiate price hikes with customers, he said. "We are trying to cut all other expenses to survive the fuel price surge." Half of all fishing vessels in Vietnam have stopped going out to sea … [Read more...] about Industries hit hard by rising fuel prices