In order to effectively and efficiently support the development and strengthening of comprehensive rehabilitation services in partner hospitals, JICA, through the JOCV (Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer) Section of its Vietnam Office, and HI, through its Vietnam Office formed a collaborative partnership in order to bring together complementary expertise and resources from both organizations. At the signing ceremony JICA commenced JOCV program in Vietnam in February 1995. The objectives of JOCV Program are to contribute their skills, knowledge and experience to the local socio-economic development by integrating themselves into local life and enhancing the friendly relations between Japan and Vietnam. JOCVs in Vietnam are active in various fields such as medical care, Japanese language instruction, education, etc. Along with the increasing need of rehabilitation in Vietnam, the number of medical organizations requesting JOCVs in rehabilitation is also increasing. To … [Read more...] about Japan helps strengthen rehabilitation services in Vietnam’s hospitals
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The Hong Kong Institute of Housing becomes one of the Recognized Professional Bodies of the Property Management Services Authority
HONG KONG, CHINA - Media OutReach - 6 December 2019 - The Hong Kong Institute of Housing ("HKIH") is proud to become one of the Recognized Professional Bodies (RPBs) of the Property Management Services Authority ("PMSA"). Since the enactment of the Property Management Services Ordinance (Cap. 626) ("PMSO") by the Legislative Council on 26 May 2016, HKIH has been very involved in all consultations/discussions relating to PMSO subsidiary legislations formulation. Among which, HKIH took the lead in gathering views and suggestions from its professional members and other closely related professional institutions/associations in order to attain comprehensive and feasible recommendations for PMSA's serious consideration. Recently, representatives from HKIH were also invited to attend and offer professional and pragmatic advice during a code of conduct (general and conclusive) focus group meeting in August 2019. HKIH is proud to become one of the first batch of RPBs … [Read more...] about The Hong Kong Institute of Housing becomes one of the Recognized Professional Bodies of the Property Management Services Authority
Vietnam’s financial sector embraces digital era: conference
At the event (Photo: Saigon Times) - Many banks and finance companies have proactively adopted technologies to provide digital financial services, Nguyen Hoang Minh, a senior central bank official said. Speaking at a conference organised by Saigon Times newspaper in Ho Chi Minh City on December 5, Deputy Director of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV)’s Branch in HCM City, said: “The country has seen a growth in population and internet and smart phone users, and banks and finance companies should take advantage to further develop digital services such as mobile and internet payments.” VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s financial sector embraces digital era: conference
Broader digital application needed in agriculture
Digital technology is indeed being used in agriculture but is insufficiently widespread. The application of digital technology in agriculture varies greatly in Vietnam. In some sectors, digital technologies are used everywhere, while in others there is still much possibility for improvement. The dairy sector in Vietnam is a great example of where digital technologies are used. Even small-scale dairy farmers use digital technologies. In other sectors, though, their application remains limited. For example, in the small-scale production of vegetables, spices and fruit, it is not yet common to use digital technologies. The use of digital technologies in agriculture is a great way to improve farming. There are many benefits and improvement possibilities, for example lower production costs, less waste, less water consumption, and better quality. In other agricultural sectors, such as vegetable farming, high technologies could also improve the sustainability of farming. For … [Read more...] about Broader digital application needed in agriculture
US$390 million dioxin remediation operations commences at Bien Hoa Airbase
This significant milestone in the U.S.-Vietnam relationship was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa BInh, leaders of the Ministry of National Defense, and representative from USAID and the U.S. Embassy in Vietnam. Vietnam’s Air Defense Air Force Command has handed over 37 hectares of the western portion of the airbase (known as Pacer Ivy) to USAID to begin ground operations for the Dioxin Remediation at Bien Hoa Airbase Project. The United States government has committed $300 million to restoring the airbase and surrounding areas, which will take 10 years to complete. USAID-supported work crews have built roads, constructed gates and offices, and initiated land clearance and survey activities. The objective is to first eliminate the risk of further dioxin migration off base, working with Dong Nai authorities to clean areas off base, and then to treat and contain contaminated soils. Also in the day, USAID also signed an agreement with the National … [Read more...] about US$390 million dioxin remediation operations commences at Bien Hoa Airbase