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With more than 3,260km of coastline, about 3,000 islands of all sizes, hundreds of beautiful beaches, and pristine bays, Vietnam boasts rich resources for developing sea and island tourism. During 2010 - 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic broke out, the number of visitors to coastal localities increased faster than the average growth in the total tourist number, at an annual rate of 13.6% for international arrivals and 12.3% for domestic ones. In 2019, foreign tourists coming to the 28 coastal provinces and cities accounted for 71.9% of all international arrivals in Vietnam while domestic visitors 59% of the domestic travelers. The tourism revenue in these cities also made up 67% of the total. The number of rooms at their accommodation establishments was also equivalent to two-thirds of that nationwide. Most of four- and five-star hotels are also located in these areas, according to the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT). However, many experts said that such … [Read more...] about Marine tourism needs more focus on full exploitation

The province earned 13.14 trillion VND (559.1 billion USD) from tourism activities, 1.83 times higher than that of the same period last year. In May alone, the number of visitors to Quang Ninh is estimated at 1.15 million, bringing the province tourism revenue of nearly 2.3 trillion VND. In June, the province expects to attract 1.76 million holidaymakers. In 2023, Quang Ninh strives to become a "can't-miss" destination in Vietnam. It aims to attract 15 million visitors, 500,000 visitors higher than the figure in 2019 before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Quang Ninh welcomes about 7.1 million tourist arrivals in five months

Inspection of the operation of the cross-border social network TikTok was launched in the middle of last month after reports on TikTok users arbitrarily using private and personal images to spread fake news, smears, and insults to others. Lam said that authorities initially have clues to identify TikTok’s violations and they are further verified following legal regulations. According to the ministry, over the past time, the status of livestream advertising pornographic and gambling applications on social networking platforms has been taking place increasingly and blatantly. There have been a lot of reports on clips featuring online gangster content available on YouTube, or service vehicles carrying advertisements for gambling websites. Regarding the issue, Deputy Minister Lam emphasized the ministry and relevant authorities are taking measures to curb it. Besides inspection and detection of violations, the ministry released a set of messages in content management on … [Read more...] about TikTok probe’s findings expected in July: Deputy Minister

The week is jointly organized by the Consulate General of Malaysia in the city and its agencies such as Tourism Malaysia Vietnam, Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE), together with the Malaysia Business Chamber Vietnam (MBC), and the Investment and Trade Promotion Centre, among others. Malaysian Consul General Wong Chia Chiann revealed that the week will incorporate many events, including Malaysia Madani Pavilion, Malaysia Education Fair, and the Food and Cultural Promotion Program. Among those, Malaysia Madani Pavilion, an exhibition and business matching program, is expected to attract around 30 Malaysian businesses in the trade-investment, tourism, and education sectors, she added. The food and cultural promotion program will take place at hotels of Sofitel Saigon, Sheraton Saigon, Pullman Saigon, and M Gallery Saigon. Moreover, festival goers can have a chance to join an education program at the Center for Foreign Affairs and Languages Training, … [Read more...] about Malaysia Madani Week to be held in Ho Chi Minh City

The event was co-organized by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS)’ Institute of Philosophy, Vietnamese Philosophy Association, and Confucius Institute at the Hanoi University. In his opening remarks, VASS Vice President Dr. Dang Xuan Thanh, said given a rapidly changing world, Vietnam and China need to clearly demonstrate the true values of socialism and the role and contribution of socialist countries on the global map, and to make a stronger voice in solving global issues. Assoc. Prof., Dr. Nguyen Tai Dong, Director of the Institute of Philosophy, held that both countries have realized that there is no unique model and no best model, but the model most suitable for the development of each country. Vietnam's current socialism model, incorporating a socialist-oriented market economy, a rule-of-law socialist state, and a socialist democracy, is an effective and optimal development one for the nation in this era, he affirmed. At the seminar, Vietnamese and Chinese … [Read more...] about International seminar discusses socialism in Vietnam, China

Under the agreement, passengers can buy tickets via both airlines for the Istanbul - Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi - Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City - Da Nang routes. The deal will help consolidate cooperation between the two national flag carriers, while spurring their development, said Turkish Airlines CEO Bilal Ekşi. Vietnam Airlines CEO Le Hong Ha said the cooperation will give more options and benefits to passengers, and expand air routes and diversify services of the two airlines. It will also help promote economic, cultural and tourism exchanges between Vietnam and Turkey, and attract more visitors to the two countries, he added. Established in 1933 with an initial fleet of five aircraft, Turkish Airlines currently boasts a fleet of 416 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 344 destinations across the world, including 291 international and 53 domestic. Meanwhile, Vietnam Airlines is offering services on nearly 100 domestic and international routes, with a fleet of 100 … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, Turkish national flag carriers sign codeshare agreement

Nga noted that Vietnam and Brazil are now biggest trading partners of each other in Southeast Asia and South America, with two-way trade hitting a record of USD 6.78 billion last year, up 6.6% from 2021. She briefed her guests on the activities of the VUFO and the Vietnam - Brazil Friendship and Cooperation Association, and reviewed a number of friendship and cooperation activities between the two countries over the past years. The VUFO President expressed her hope that Brazil will act as a bridge between Vietnam and Latin American nations, as well as the Southern Common Market (Mercosur - including Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay). For his part, Saboia said he was impressed by Vietnam’s economic achievements, and hoped that Brazil and Vietnam will pay more attention to people-to-people, culture, education, art and sport exchanges, helping promote understanding between their people, especially young generations. There will be various practical activities to … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Brazil promote people-to-people exchanges

Highlighting the two countries’ sound cooperation, Hieu expressed his hope that Tochigi will step up partnerships with and investment in Vietnam in the high technology sector as well as the fields in which the Southeast Asian nation has great demand such as semiconductor and fuel cell industries, logistics, health care, and labor cooperation. Participants in the event spoke highly of Vietnam’s potential, noting that Vietnamese workers trained in Japan are gradually meeting high requirements from Japanese businesses and they will be the main source of manpower for Tochigi firms to expand operations in Vietnam. The same day, Hieu had a meeting with Tochigi Governor Fukuda Tomikazu. They noted with satisfaction that the Vietnam - Japan relationship is now at its prime, and collaboration between Tochigi and Vietnamese localities is also thriving, especially since Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s visit to the prefecture in 2021. Hieu held that there remains huge potential for … [Read more...] about Ambassador calls for more investment from Japan’s Tochigi prefecture

With the service, passengers quickly check-in online and choose their seats before their flights at its website www.vietjetair.com or mobile app. without waiting in line at the check-in counter. Accordingly, passengers can check-in online for all domestic flights from 24 hours to 1 hour before the departure time. For international flights, the online check-in service has been applied to airports including Noi Bai, Melbourne, Sydney (Australia), New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Mumbai (India) and continue updating the next airports at the airline's website. Online check-in is available from 24 hours to 90 minutes before the departure time. The new-age carrier Vietjet has not only revolutionized the aviation industry in Vietnam but also been a pioneering airline across the region and around the world. With a focus on cost management ability, effective operations, and performance, applying the latest technology to all activities and leading the trend, Vietjet offers flying opportunities with … [Read more...] about Vietjet launches online check-in service

Statistics from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment showed that Vietnam annually disposes between 0.28 and 0.73 million tons of plastic waste to the sea, of which only 27% are recycled and reused. In its resolution dated October 22, 2018, on a sustainable development strategy of Vietnam's marine economy to 2030, the 13th Party Central Committee set a goal for coastal localities to collect and treat 100% of their hazardous waste and daily-life solid waste up to environmental standards. In August 2020, the Quang Ngai People’s Committee issued a plan on marine plastic waste management for 2021-2025, aiming to halve the amount of the waste and push the number of tourism-service businesses saying no to single-use plastic products and non-biodegradable plastic bags to 70%. To this end, a host of measures has so far been carried out, focusing on the development of related human resources, finance, and technology, with polluters subject to hefty fines. Quang Ngai has … [Read more...] about South-central provinces press ahead with plastic waste fight