The “Hoi An Memories” live-action show, which opened last Sunday in Quang Nam Province, has set two records for Vietnam’s “Largest outdoor stage” and “Most actors/actresses in a daily performance show.” The achievements were acknowledged by VietKings, the organization responsible for establishing records in Vietnam. The show, which spans 25,000 square meters and involves about 500 actors and actresses, relives the 400-year history of Hoi An, from the town’s early days as a small village to its golden era of global integration. An aerial view of the show. The city’s vibrant chronicle boasts intricate architectural designs, modern sound and lighting systems and a prolific panel of Vietnamese advisers, including expert historians, poets, choreographers and musicians. Dao Quang Tung, a representative for the event, said “Hoi An Memories” was the culmination of four years of planning and perfecting. The show is also … [Read more...] about Live-action extravaganza in Hoi An sets two Vietnamese records
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Vietnamese, Lao Embassies hold meeting in Beijing
The event saw the participation of Vietnamese Ambassador to China Dang Minh Khoi and Lao Ambassador to China VandyBouthasavong,along with officials from the two embassies. The Vietnamese Ambassador sent his best wishes to Lao AmbassadorVandyBouthasavong and the staff at the Lao Embassy on the 63rd anniversary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and congratulated them on the great achievements that Laos has made over the last 63 years. Ambassador Khoi also expressed his delight at the development of the special relations and friendship between Vietnam and Laos and thegood relations between the two embassies. He noted that the two embassies have always supported each other to contribute to fostering the bilateral relationship between Vietnam and Laos and the relationship between ASEAN and China. Ambassador VandyBouthasavong appreciated the maintenance of exchanges and meetings between the two embassies which will contribute to enhancing the understanding and solidarity among … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, Lao Embassies hold meeting in Beijing
Vietnamese NA delegation visits Madagascar
Antananarivo, capital city of Madagascar (Photo: Wikipedia) On the same day, the Vietnamese NA Vice Chairman met with Speaker of the Parliament of Madagascar Jean Max Rakotomamonjy in the capital of Antananarivo. Mr. expressed his hope that the multilateral cooperation between the two countries would be enhanced through the exchange of delegations. He also highlighted several measures required to strengthen the relations between the two parliaments, including the formation of friendly parliamentary groups. Vietnamese NA Vice Chairman Phung Quoc Hien affirmed that, in addition to the fine political and diplomatic ties, the two countries should promote their relations in economy and trade more forcefully, especially in agricultural production. He also proposed a number of solutions to further enhance their investment cooperation, such as the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (IPPA). … [Read more...] about Vietnamese NA delegation visits Madagascar
Shock study reveals Vietnamese do not earn enough for daily living
Shock study reveals Vietnamese do not earn enough for daily living Vietnamese not only lack savings but are forced to borrow money to even meet their daily spending needs according to research. illustrative image The problem was tabled by Dr. Nguyen Ho Phi Ha from Academy of Finance and Dr. Bui Trinh from Vietnam Institute for Development Studies at a conference on the country’s economy last year and opportunities for 2018. Ha and Trinh used statistics from the General Statistics Office of Vietnam to analyse the country's economic development during 2015-2016 period. The two economic experts had used input-output tables of various sectors to calculate that incomes from manufacturing accounted for 53% of the GDP. The average GDP per capita in 2016 was USD2,188, up 25% compared to 2012. But the average income per capita from manufacturing only increased by 1.2%, from USD860 to USD870. "The economy depends on FDI and Vietnam didn't benefit much from it," they said in their … [Read more...] about Shock study reveals Vietnamese do not earn enough for daily living
Daria Mishukova, a Russian enthusiast for Vietnamese culture
Daria used to be a lecturer of Vietnamese language and vice dean of the Faculty of Vietnam Studies at the Far East Federal University in Russia. She has accumulated knowledge about Vietnam in a scientific way from the most simple and little things. Daria is passionate about collecting lucky money red envelopes, travelling and writing all about Vietnamese culture. Her book “Vietnam-a country of children of the Dragon and the Fairy” was published in Russian in 2007, republished in 2010, and translated into Vietnamese in 2013. It has become a popular travel guidebook. Daria also writes for in-flight magazines of Russia’s Pegas Travel Company. Hoang Thi Phong Thu, a member of the Company, said Daria’s stories help attract more tourists: “Daria has a thorough understanding of the Vietnamese culture, history, and tradition. She wrote regularly about Vietnamese landscapes, tourism, and food, for magazines provided on our flights all over the … [Read more...] about Daria Mishukova, a Russian enthusiast for Vietnamese culture