According to Head of the Military Youth Advisory Board Senior Colonel Tran Viet Nang, the congress, themed “Military youths are loyal, courageous, aspirational, enthusiastic, and creative to deserve the title Uncle Ho’s soldiers in the new period, contributing to building and firmly protecting the socialist Vietnam,” will see the participation of 450 official delegates. The congress will review and evaluate the outcomes of youth work and movements in the military over the past five years and roll out orientations, targets, and missions for the work in the 2022-2027 period. The event will also honor outstanding groups and individuals with significant achievements in organizing the emulation movement in the 2017-2022 period and launch next event in the 2022-2027 period. At this event, delegates will comment on a draft document of the Standing Board of the 11th Youth Union Central Committee to submit to the 12th National Congress of Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union and elect a … [Read more...] about Tenth Military Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Congress to take place next week
Conference assesses policies on natural resource management in Mekong Delta
The event was held both in person and via videoconference by the Academy of Politics Region IV, the Can Tho University, and the Northumbria University of the U.K. Participants pointed out that the Mekong Delta holds a strategic position and specially important role in terms of politics, economy, society, defense, and security. The largest agricultural hub of Vietnam has a critical role to play in ensuring national food security as it produces 50% of the total rice output, 65% of the aquaculture output, and 70% of all fruits in the country while contributing to 95% of rice and 60% of fish export volumes. It also boasts some nature reserves and much potential for developing renewable energy like wind and solar energy. Meanwhile, the region's terrain is relatively low and flat, making it highly vulnerable to climate change, including sea level rise. Climate change impacts will be increasingly severe, causing socio-economic losses and affecting sustainable development in the region, … [Read more...] about Conference assesses policies on natural resource management in Mekong Delta
Troops of Naval Region 4 take distressed fishermen to shore
Previously, on September 25, Fishing ship numbered BD 98759 TS captained by Nguyen Van Thuan from Tam Quan Nam ward, Hoai Nhon town, Binh Dinh province, ran aground and its hull was at risk of being damaged. The ship’s captain immediately called for help. After receiving the news, Ship Truong Sa 12 of Brigade 955 of Naval Region 4 operating nearby rushed to the scene to rescue the four crew-members of the fishing ship. On September 29, the distressed crewmembers were taken to Sinh Ton Dong (Grierson Reef) Island of Truong Sa (Spratly) island district, Khanh Hoa province. They then were picked up by Ship 463 and taken to the mainland on October 4. Translated by Trung Thanh … [Read more...] about Troops of Naval Region 4 take distressed fishermen to shore
Vietnam Wood 2022 to take place in mid-October in Ho Chi Minh City
Taking place in both virtual and face-to-face forms, the event will be held alongside the Vietnam International International Furniture Accessories, Hardware & Tool (Furnitec 2022) exhibition. According to Nguyen Chanh Phuong, Vice President of the Ho Chi Minh City Handicraft and Woodworking Association (HAWA), Vietnam Wood 2022 will gather 250 exhibitors from 24 countries and territories. Canada, France, Germany and Russia are expected to run pavilions at the fair, which showcases the global value chain of the woodworking industry. A series of seminars will be organized within the framework of the event, in which speakers will share their expertise in the field of technology transformation, automation trends for the industry, smart solutions for the wood industry in the digital era, and wood material application in interior design, according to the event’s organizers. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam Wood 2022 to take place in mid-October in Ho Chi Minh City
Hanoi expands OCOP showroom network
Hanoi will intensify support for businesses to develop OCOP showroom network in the city. Hanoi continues to open more showrooms to present and sell OCOP products, in order to support local manufacturers to enhance product value and build brands. Many OCOP products are sold at the 180 Lac Trung showroom. Photo: The Hanoi Times The Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade opened another showroom on Oct. 4 at 180 Lac Trung Street in Hai Ba Trung District, operated by Phu Thien Tan Food Co., Ltd. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Phu Thien Tan company director Nguyen Thi Hoi said products with the OCOP label are popular in Hanoi's safe food market. "I hope OCOP products will not only be used in families, but also in school kitchens, collective kitchens in industrial parks, and office kitchens," she said. Hai Ba Trung District’s authority has supported 50 businesses like Phu Thien Tan Food in offering more than 100 OCOP-labeled products to local consumers. … [Read more...] about Hanoi expands OCOP showroom network
Capital city promises efficient use of donations for poor families
Hanoi is committed to effectively using donations from businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations to help reduce poverty and improve the living conditions of local people. Hanoi is committed to making effective use of donations to improve the quality of life of the city's poor families, Hanoi People's Committee Vice Chairman Chu Xuan Dung said on October 4. A new home was handed over to a local family in An Tien Commune of My Duc District, Hanoi in June 2022. Photo: Khac Kien Speaking at a meeting with local businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs, Vice Chairman Dung praised the donations to support poor families in Hanoi, as well as help the development of the Vietnamese islands. "Hanoi will carry out effective development activities to improve the living conditions of the poor and disadvantaged so that no one is left behind," Dung said. The vice chairman also expects businesses and entrepreneurs to contribute more to help the city effectively … [Read more...] about Capital city promises efficient use of donations for poor families
Macro stability considered key for Vietnam’s growth in remaining months: Gov’t
Stability is essential for Vietnam to mantain growth amid growing global uncertainties. The Government stands firm in maintaining macroeconomic stability and containing inflation as key measures to boost growth during the remaining months of the year. Production at Garment 40 Company in Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi. Photo: Hai Linh The remarks were mentioned in the Government’s latest resolution No.126/NQ-CP on efforts to ensure socio-economic development objectives in 2022. According to the resolution, the global situation would continue to evolve in a rapid and unexpected manner. Amid fears of rising inflationary pressure, countries around the world are now turning to tightening monetary policy, which is causing economic slowdown and increased risks of a recession. On the domestic front, Vietnam’s modest economic size, high level of openness and limited resilience make the economy vulnerable to external shocks, especially high inflation, rising … [Read more...] about Macro stability considered key for Vietnam’s growth in remaining months: Gov’t
Hanoi sidewalks: More meaningful than just space
Nowhere in the world does the sidewalk offer such bustling social spaces as in Hanoi that contribute in part to Hanoi's culture. Sidewalks in Hanoi are not only the safe path for pedestrians but the confluence of numerous social and cultural influences. Sidewalks in Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hanoi. Photo: Lai Tan/ The Hanoi Times It would be unfair to assume that sidewalks are only meant to be used to get from one place to another. Sidewalks in Hanoi present a surprisingly iconic culture of Hanoians. Beyond the original purpose of ensuring traffic safety, sidewalks, which are paved throughout the city, provide living and cultural spaces, and livelihoods. According to cultural researcher Phung Hoang Anh, the sidewalks of Hanoi are home to a vibrant, multifaceted social life. Due to the city’s fast urbanization, the purposes of walkways are quite varied. “The locals benefit significantly from sidewalk commerce,” Anh spoke to The Hanoi Times . Economist … [Read more...] about Hanoi sidewalks: More meaningful than just space
Vietnamese doctors successful in raising 500-gram babies for first time
The twins can be discharged from the hospital According to the infirmary, a 26-year-old pregnant woman in Hanoi’s Ung Hoa District who was infected with Covid-19 was pregnant at 25 weeks. The mother-to-be gave birth to one boy and one girl with a weight of 500g on May 16. At that time, her family did not have much hope for their children's lives. However, doctors of the Center for Neonatal Care and Treatment in the National Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology did not give up but tried to save the two premature babies. Dr. Le Minh Trac, director of the Center for Newborn Care and Treatment in the National Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology, said that extremely preterm babies are babies who were born before 28 weeks of pregnancy and have a weight of less than 1,000 grams. Critical organs – such as heart, lungs, digestive organs, and even brain – may not be developed enough to keep the baby alive without intensive medical care because they are at risk of asphyxia, … [Read more...] about Vietnamese doctors successful in raising 500-gram babies for first time
New piloted program to help preschoolers better English learning
At the seminar The Ministry of Education and Training today held a seminar on the implementation of the English familiarization program which will be soon implemented across the country so that preschoolers can have early access to English. Speaking at the seminar, Mr. Nguyen Ba Minh, Director of the Department of Early Childhood Education under the Ministry of Education and Training, said that, in response to the society's demand for preschool children to be familiar with foreign languages, the Ministry of Education and Training issued an official document guiding the organization of a pilot program for children to learn foreign languages in preschool educational institutions on March 18, 2014. Up to now, the piloted program to help preschoolers to be familiar with English has achieved important results. Preschools in most localities have implemented the program based on parents’ registration. Preschools are associated with the Department of Education and Training-approved … [Read more...] about New piloted program to help preschoolers better English learning