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During the Covid-19 pandemic, the C-3 visa has been only applied for diplomats, government officials, foreign investors and experts to enter the country. The multiple-entry visa will be also taken effect again. As for those being issued multiple-entry visa prior to April 5, 2020 that have not expired, they can now use the visa without re-application. On the occasion, the Korea Tourism Organization in Vietnam also launched the campaign named “Travel to Korea Begins Again” with diversified activities for Vietnamese tourists along with special assistance programs for travel agencies to boost the recovery of Korean tourism market in Vietnam. By Ha Anh- Translated by Huyen Huong … [Read more...] about Vietnamese tourists to travel again to RoK with C-3 visa

Plates made from the leaves of sea grape can be used 10 times before being discarded.(Photo: VNA) Phu Yen (VNA) – Nguyen Van Tuyen, a 38-year-old man from Phu Yen, has successfully designed and produced environmentally-friendly plates made from the leaves of sea grape, a tropical tree. Sea grape s (scientific name coccoloba uvifera ) are common in Phu Yen and central localities. (Photo: VNA) Tuyen said 7,000 plates made of sea grape leaves have been exported to Poland, and the product has been introduced to the Singaporean market. Phu Yen Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, said that plates made from sea grape leaves are new and friendly to the environment. VNA … [Read more...] about Phu Yen man makes unique plates from sea grape leaves

When beginning his journey to the US at the age of 20, Nguyễn Trọng Hiếu showed an endless passion for science. From a young student, Hiếu has become one of the nation’s leading scientists in engineering. With pioneer initiatives in solar energy, he and his team have taken humanity one step closer to a future where solar energy can thrive. Việt Nam News reporter Hoàng Hồ talks with Hiếu about his journey. With excellent scientific research works, Nguyễn Trọng Hiếu was honoured to be nominated by the Central Committee of the Hồ Chí Minh Communist Youth Union in the list of 20 outstanding young Vietnamese in 2021. Photo courtesy of ANU Inner Sanctum: How did you feel when your name was announced among 20 outstanding young Vietnamese in February? What were the turning points in your career? I'm thrilled and proud to be honoured as one of the outstanding young faces of Việt Nam as a rep for the scientific research category. This motivates me to continue what I have been … [Read more...] about Scientist brings solar energy closer to people

Themed “50 years of victory of Xieng Khouang - Plain of Jars Defensive Campaign – Victory and Lessons,” the event was attended by Deputy Defense Minister Senior Lieutenant General Le Huy Vinh, Secretary of the provincial Party Committee Thai Thanh Quy, Deputy Chief of the General Department of Political Affairs Lieutenant General Trinh Van Quyet, and Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Sengphet Houngboungnuang, among others. The seminar received 80 reports and memoirs from leaders of the Central Military Commission, the Ministry of National Defense, the General Staff, the General Department of Political Affairs, localities, military regions, services, military academies, generals, officers, historical witnesses, scientists inside and outside the military, and Lao officials. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Senior Lieutenant General Le Huy Vinh affirmed that the victory completely defeated the U.S.’ Intensified Special War in Laos, firmly protecting liberated areas and contributed to the … [Read more...] about Seminar on Xieng Khouang – Plain of Jars Defensive Campaign held in Nghe An

Artist Phan Văn Đắc has created over 700 artworks from dried banana barks. Photo suckhoedoisong.vn Dried banana bark might sound useless to many, but by using his creativity and skill, artist Phan Văn Đắc in Quảng Bình Province creates vivid landscapes and soulful portraits. Living in a small alley in coastal Đồng Hới City in the central province, the 80-year-old artist is often seen trimming and glueing rough-dried banana barks together to create pictures with the themes of nature, history or war. Đắc has had a passion for art since a young age. However, he chose to study at the Vinh Technical Workers School with the hope of having a stable job while growing up. In 1965, he enlisted in the army and joined the 599th Division, stationed west of Trường Sơn Mountain Range. Despite years of military service along the mountain range, the young soldier retained a passion for creating art. In the middle of the forest, he found a special material that was … [Read more...] about Artist goes bananas with rustic artworks

Lê Hương Artists are in a rush to prepare for a magnificent art show to end the SEA Games 31 at Hà Nội’s Mỹ Đình Indoor Athletics Palace to send a warm farewell to regional friends, according to organisers. Nguyễn Tuyết Hoa, Marketing Manager of the Việt Nam Opera & Ballet Theatre, said the art show at the closing ceremony on May 23 would be completely different from that in the opening ceremony. “We will make the closing as a music gala with a long-lasting echo, feelings and inspiration, and send the warm greetings of the hosts Việt Nam to neighbouring friends,” she said. Stage ready for the closing ceremony. Photo Cccourtesy of organisers The stage will be built with modern equipment such as an led screen and the most up-to-date technology system. The closing ceremony will take place at 8pm for 90 minutes and will be broadcast on VTV channels. The theme of the show will be “Converge and Shine”. “During the two-year pandemic, most sport and art activities … [Read more...] about Closing ceremony to send farewell to remember

At the rehearsal for SEA Games 31's opening ceremony. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam , head of the National Steering Committee for Organising SEA Games 31, attended a rehearsal for the event’s opening ceremony in Hanoi’s My Dinh Stadium on May 10 night. He highly valued the endeavours of those who are engaging in the preparation for the ceremony in recent days, calling on relevant units to gather opinions and timely make adjustment so as to ensure success of the opening event. After a parade and a hoisting ceremony of the national flag of Vietnam and the flags of ASEAN and SEA Games 31, outstanding Vietnamese athletes will carry the torch and light the Games cauldron, followed by a three-chapter show. The first chapter, themed “Friendly Vietnam” will feature the unique cultural identity of Vietnam as well as the hospitality and friendliness that the country offers to people from all countries in the region and the world. Deputy … [Read more...] about Deputy PM attends SEA Games 31 opening ceremony rehearsal

Vietnam and Australia are both members of at least three free trade agreements, namely ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area (AANZFTA), CPTPP and the Regional Economic Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). According to data of the General Statistics Office of Vietnam, last year, two-way trade between Vietnam and Australia hit 12.4 billion USD for the first time, up more than 49 percent compared with that of 2020. The value of shipments to Australia reached more than 4.45 billion USD, a year-on-year increase of 23 percent. Vietnam spent nearly 8 billion USD in importing goods from Australia, up nearly 70 percent against 2020’s figure. Vietnam's exports to Australia are growing strongly, reaching 1.38 billion USD in the first quarter of 2022, a surge of 32.36 percent against the same period last year. Sharp increases were seen in Vietnam’s export of various agricultural and industrial products to Australia, for example 84 percent in coffee, 51 percent in aquatic … [Read more...] about CPTPP helps leverage Vietnam – Australia investment cooperation