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The annual event, held by the Spouses of Delegates of Member States, aims to strengthen ties between member countries and raise funds to support the U.N.’s activities and humanitarian projects. This year's bazaar saw nearly 100 booths showcasing handicraft products and traditional cuisines of U.N. member countries. The Vietnamese mission brought ceramic, lacquer, brocade and silk products to the event, along with traditional dishes like spring rolls, banh ran vung (sesame donut), che dau xanh cot dua (sweet green bean soup with coconut milk), and iced milk coffee to the event. According to Dang Hoang Giang, head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the U.N., joining the event will help promote the good values of the country and people of Vietnam to the international community, especially the diplomatic missions in New York. It will contribute to making practical contribution to the U.N.'s humanitarian goals and efforts, he said. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam attends 2023 U.N. International Bazaar

Xoi Bat in Ho Chi Minh City was the only sticky rice eatery in Vietnam to be named amongst the 29 establishments to Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand list. Bib Gourmand recognizes restaurants and eateries which serve great food at moderate prices. A total of 103 restaurants and eateries in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, including Xoi Bat, were honored by Michelin Guide on Tuesday. The Michelin Guide is world renowned guidebook which has been reviewing and recognizing exceptional restaurants around the world since 1900. Rising popularity Xoi Bat is owned by 28-year-old Huynh Phuc Thinh, who opened the sticky rice establishment in 2021 so that he could share his mother’s recipes with the world. “ Xôi (sticky rice) is a simple dish, but it always seemed special to me when my mother cooked it,” Thinh said. Situated at 8 Hoang Hoa Tham Street in Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City, Xoi Bat features a mere six tables. Yet despite its modest size, the eatery feeds dozens of … [Read more...] about Check out Vietnam’s only sticky rice eatery in Michelin Guide

Trinh Thi Bich Nhu (centre) shows her gold medal in the women’s 100m freestyle S6 race at the 12th ASEAN Para Games. (Photo: VNA) Phnom Penh (VNA) – The delegation of Vietnamese athletes with disabilities has obtained successes beyond expectations at the 12th ASEAN Para Games, scheduled to officially wrap up in Cambodia on late June 9. By the end of June 8, when competitions of most sports had completed, Vietnam gained 66 gold, 56 silver, and 77 bronze medals. These results helped Vietnam secure the third position on the medal standings, following Indonesia (153 gold medals) and Thailand (123) and much outperforming the fourth-placed Malaysia (46). These are encouraging results since before the Games started, Deputy General Director of the Vietnam Sports Administration Nguyen Hong Minh, head of the Vietnamese delegation to the 12th ASEAN Para Games, had targeted only 50 - 55 gold medals and a place in the top four in the standings. The results at this year’s Games are … [Read more...] about Sources of pride for Vietnam at 12th ASEAN Para Games

The national football team players are training in preparation for FIFA Days this month. Their matches will be broadcast by FPT Play. (Photo courtesy of VFF) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - FPT Play and the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) have announced that they would cooperate on the broadcasting rights of all national teams' matches for the next four years. The cooperation agreement originated from a common vision in developing Vietnamese football . This event not only marked a milestone in the effort to mobilise resources for football, but also reaffirmed the role of FPT Play, a leader in the field of media rights, in contributing to the growth of the national teams. Following their comprehensive and long-term deal, all matches of the Vietnamese squads which are organised within the territory of Vietnam that VFF owns the television rights to will be produced and broadcast by FPT Play . The national leading multi-platform digital television provider under FPT Telecom will … [Read more...] about FPT Play, VFF to broadcast national teams’ matches for four years

According to the UOB ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Study 2022, there has been a significant increase in the number of Vietnamese who are interested in finding out more about sustainable investing. Nine in 10 Vietnamese feel that financial institutions should provide better information about the benefits of sustainable investing, while 19 per cent of those surveyed are ready to consider sustainable investing if it matches their risk appetite. Recognising the gap in the market, UOB Vietnam has entered into a strategic partnership with UOBAM Vietnam to bring comprehensive sustainable investment solutions to customers. After the MoU signing ceremony at the end of November 2022, UOB Vietnam organised an event exclusively for priority customers on May 30. The event was held at the Sheraton Saigon Hotel, with more than 100 guests in attendance. Sharing the cooperation's strategic vision at the event, Paul Kim, head of the Personal Financial Services Division at UOB Vietnam, … [Read more...] about UOB Vietnam and UOBAM Vietnam launch sustainable investment solutions

Customs officers examine durians before the fruit is exported to China via the Huu Nghi International Border Gate in Lang Son Province. — VNA/VNS Photo The Vietnamese Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) sent a diplomatic note to the General Administration of Customs of China (China Customs) on Thursday, calling for the early signing of a protocol on food safety and quarantine requirements for fishery exports and imports between the two countries. It said that to implement the common perceptions between the two countries’ leaders as identified in the 2022 joint statement on continuing to enhance the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, the MARD sent a delegation to work with the administrations and customs departments of the Chinese provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan from May 29 to June 2, aiming to promote cooperation and increase the value of agricultural products traded via the two countries’ provinces sharing the land border. The Vietnamese … [Read more...] about MARD calls for signing of protocol to boost farm produce trade with China

It said that to implement the common perceptions between the two countries’ leaders as identified in the 2022 joint statement on continuing to enhance the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, the MARD sent a delegation to work with the administrations and customs departments of the Chinese provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan from May 29 to June 2, aiming to promote cooperation and increase the value of agricultural products traded via the two countries’ provinces sharing the land border. The Vietnamese delegation and the customs departments of Guangxi and Yunnan agreed to coordinate with each other to propose China Customs soon finalize procedures for signing a protocol with the MARD on food safety, quarantine, and examination requirements for aquatic exports and imports between the two countries. The MARD suggested China Customs permit more fruits, aquatic species and products of Vietnam to enter this country, license more Vietnamese aquatic product exporters that meet … [Read more...] about MARD calls for early signing of protocol to boost farm produce trade with China

Andrea Coppola, World Bank Lead Economist for Vietnam (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Andrea Coppola , World Bank Lead Economist for Vietnam speaks to Vietnam News Agency about his recommendations for the country to speed up economic recovery and development in the time to come. VNA: How does the World Bank assess Vietnam’s recent economic performance? What is the forecast for Vietnam’s economy amidst current global and domestic challenges in the second half of 2023 and beyond? Andrea Coppola: Vietnam had a very strong economic performance in 2022 driven by three factors: robust exports, strong private consumption and also low base effects given the slower economic growth registered in 2021. However, during the last part of 2022, Vietnam’s economy started to face external headwinds. Weakening global demand associated with the monetary tightening that we observed in many countries in 2022 started having an impact on Vietnamese exports. As a result, economic growth … [Read more...] about Investments – key to economic growth in Vietnam: WB expert

PVI Insurance has been awarded the esteemed title of "World’s Most Innovative Non-life Insurance Company 2023" by International Finance Magazine (IFM). — Photo courtesy of PVI Insurance PVI Insurance Corporation (PVI Insurance) proudly achieved remarkable recognition on Wednesday, as the sole insurance enterprise in Viet Nam honoured in the prestigious "International Finance Insurance Awards" by the United Kingdom's International Finance Magazine (IFM). PVI Insurance received the esteemed title of "World’s Most Innovative Non-life Insurance Company 2023". The International Finance Awards are renowned for celebrating organisations that have demonstrated exceptional accomplishments and advancements across various sectors worldwide. In insurance industry, the award acknowledges the companies that are dedicated to safeguarding the interests of customers globally. Earlier in February, PVI Insurance also became the first and only company in Viet Nam to receive an excellent A- … [Read more...] about PVI Insurance awarded “Most Innovative Non-Life Insurance Company 2023” from International Finance Magazine

This collaboration aims to provide UOB Vietnam’s cardholders and Vietnam Airlines' Lotusmiles members with great travel benefits and access to exclusive offers and privileges. As the bank with the largest ASEAN consumer footprint and the top card issuer in the region, UOB aims to do right by customers wherever they are by offering deals and rewards for every lifestyle and life stage. The bank has continuously expanded its partnership ecosystem with established brands to offer its customers the very best deals that align with their preferences and desires. In Vietnam, UOB has a strong focus on establishing partnerships with industry leaders across key sectors such as travel, dining, and retail, which include Lazada, Shopee, Starbucks, CGV, Be, GrabFood, and top-notch restaurants to provide customers with the best deals and offers. Paul Kim, head of Personal Financial Services at UOB Vietnam shared, “Our partnership with Vietnam Airlines marks another milestone for us … [Read more...] about UOB Vietnam forms strategic partnership with Vietnam Airlines