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Hanoi (VNA) - The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency . - The 15th National Assembly (NA) convened its fifth plenary session in Hanoi on May 22 morning, broadcast live on the channels of radio The Voice of Vietnam (VOV1), the Vietnam Television (VTV1), and the National Assembly TV. The 15th Na tional Assembly’s fifth session opens in Hanoi on May 22 morning. (Photo: VNA) During the session, the NA will consider and approve eight draft laws, three draft resolutions. Legislators will also give opinions on nine draft laws and look into socio-economic issues, the State budget, and supervision, among others. Read full story Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (third from right, front row) and heads of delegations at the expanded G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan. (Photo: VNA) According to FM Son, during nearly three days in Japan, PM Chinh chaired and attended about 40 activities, including working sessions and meetings with … [Read more...] about ☕ Afternoon briefing on May 22

The state utility Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) requested the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PVN) halt operations at two of its fertilizer plants to set aside gas for power generation during the peak of the dry season between May and June. PVN was asked to temporarily suspend the operations of the Phu My and Ca Mau fertilizer plants in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province and Ca Mau Province, respectively, for two months. Commenting on the issue at a press briefing on Sunday, Hoang Trung, head of the Plant Protection Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, said the supply of fertilizers to local farmers will still be sufficient if the two plants are suspended. Last year, each of the plants recorded a total output of over 900,000 metric tons of fertilizers and an inventory of more than 200,000 metric tons. Also, each one exported 798,000 metric tons of fertilizers in 2022, Trung said. If the country encounters a severe shortfall of power and needs to halt the … [Read more...] about 2 fertilizer plants could be suspended to stabilize power supply in Vietnam

The Vietnamese Department of Livestock Production will garner feedback and opinions from officials and competent agencies on the management of dogs, such as pit bulls, to complete a draft circular on tight control over animals. Duong Tat Thang, head of the department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper on Monday that the country had reported fatal pit bull attacks in Binh Duong Province, southern Vietnam, and Thanh Hoa Province in the north-central region, urging the department to take action. “The ban on and the tight management of raising dogs and cats should be taken into account as fatal attacks linked to pets have affected our society," Thang said. “The department is drafting a circular on managing other animals, including dogs and cats, as directed by the ministry." The circular will be based on prevailing laws, international rules, and science to make the management of aggressive dogs effective to minimize deaths, … [Read more...] about Vietnam to issue circular on pit bull raising management

Vietnam firmly opposes using or threatening to use nuclear weapons and respects sovereignty and territorial integrity. Vietnam urges all parties engaged in conflicts to seek resolution through dialogue, focusing on finding a long-term solution that considers the legitimate interests of all involved. PM Chinh and world leaders at the session. Photos: Nhat Bac Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh made the remarks at an expanded session of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, on May 21 to discuss visions for a peaceful, stable, and prosperous world. Chinh stressed Vietnam's commitment to promoting peace and ending conflicts. He said that Vietnam firmly opposes the use and threat of nuclear weapons, respects sovereignty and territorial integrity, and seeks to ensure food security, energy stability, and the well-being of its people. Calling for adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law, the Prime Minister urged all parties … [Read more...] about Vietnam calls for peaceful measures to int’l disputes: PM

Despite challenges, both sides have made concerted efforts to promote cooperation in various areas, including the economy, science, technology, and education. Vietnam gives priority to its long-standing and strategic comprehensive partnership with Russia . Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, emphasized this view today [May 21] during his meeting with Chairman of the United Russia Party Dmitry Medvedev, who is currently on an official visit to Vietnam from May 21 to 23 as part of the cooperation agreement between the two parties. General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong and Chairman of the United Russia Party of Russia Dmitry Medvedev. Photos: VNA In a warm and friendly atmosphere, Trong welcomed the Russian guest, the first leader of the ruling United Russia Party, to visit Vietnam. During the meeting, the Vietnamese Party leader shared with Medvedev the achievements of the Vietnamese … [Read more...] about Vietnam gives priority to comprehensive strategic partnership with Russia: Party chief

The two ministries sign a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the 2023-2026 period. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Minister of Home Affairs Pham Thi Thanh Tra held a working session in Hanoi on May 23 with her Lao counterpart Thongchanh Manixay, during which both sides expressed delight at the close cooperation between the two ministries and the fruitful outcomes of joint activities. The two ministries have enjoyed effective partnership in high-level delegation exchange , personnel training for the Lao side, experience sharing in administrative reform and religious affairs, and the building of a national archive centre of Laos, said Tra. She said that the Ministry of Home Affairs of Vietnam is focusing on reshuffling, speeding up administrative reform, decentralization and power delegation, and renovating the local administration operations. It is working on two draft laws and many resolutions as well as other legal documents. The ministry has streamlined the … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Laos foster collaboration in home affairs

Brussels (VNA) - Vietnamese Ambassador to the Netherlands Pham Viet Anh has chaired a meeting of the Asian-Australian Ambassadors to the European country, during which the diplomats discuss measures to strengthen cultural connections among the nations. Dewi van de Weerd, Ambassador for International Cultural Cooperation at the Netherlands' Ministry of Foreign Affairs, briefed participants on the international culture policies of her country. The Netherlands aims to not only promote its culture abroad, but also support artists and creative workers to operate in other countries to make the Dutch culture stronger, she said. She highlighted the priority regions in the Netherlands' international culture policy, affirming that cultural heritage is an important factor to connect cultures, including the linkages between Vietnam and the Netherlands in particular and between Asian and European countries in general. Like the Netherlands , a number of Asian countries, especially … [Read more...] about Vietnam joins other Asian nations to strengthen cultural connectivity with Netherlands

Keep up with the latest news from Vietnam. Vietnam to join Japan's Indo-Pacific development initiative Vietnam is interested in joining Japan’s plan to develop infrastructure in the Indo-Pacific and hopes the East Asian country will help pave the way to make it happen, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Luu Quang told Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa on May 25. In March 2023, Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio unveiled an initiative worth a total of US$75 billion under a cooperation agreement between the Japanese government and the private sector. It is expected to start in 2030. Ancient woodblock restoration program completed Nguyen Dynasty woodblocks stored and preserved in Lam Dong Province's Da Lat City. Photo: Vietnam News Agency A ceremony was held on May 25 to announce the successful implementation of a project to restore 500 xylographs from the Nguyen Dynasty. The project, which received US$88,000 in funding from the United States … [Read more...] about Vietnam News Highlights for May 26, 2023

At the Vietnam - Slovenia business forum (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – Vietnam and Slovenia are eyeing major changes to the way they do business, to make a breakthrough in multi-faceted trade and investment cooperation, heard a Vietnam-Slovenia business forum in Ho Chi Minh City on May 22. Vo Van Hoan, Vice Chairman of the HCM City People’s Committee said that Vietnam and Slovenia have enjoyed expanded ties since they set up their diplomatic relations in 1994. He highlighted similarities between the two sides in history and economic development, with a large number of small and medium-sized enterprises. The two countries are gateways to the EU and ASEAN, said Hoan, holding that this is a good time for the two sides to deepen their partnership. The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), along with finalising EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA), has opened new opportunities for the two sides to foster trade and investment ties, he said. Hoan … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Slovenia seek to deepen trade, investment partnership

(from left) H.E. Hynek Kmonicek – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Czech Republic in Vietnam, Mr. Jan Bartosek - Deputy Speaker of The Chamber of Deputies of The Parliament, Ms. Annica Witschard – CEO of Home Credit Vietnam and Ms. Pham Vu Minh Dan – Home Credit Vietnam’s Chief People Officer This visit holds special significance as it coincides with the celebration of the company's 15-year anniversary. Jan Bartosek - deputy speaker of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament and his delegates commended Home Credit Vietnam for its achievements and valuable contributions to the economy and the country as a whole. The frequent meetings between senior government officials and Home Credit Vietnam underscore the company's pivotal role in fostering business relationships between the Czech Republic and Vietnam. The deputy speaker and his delegates praised Home Credit's notable accomplishments in financial inclusion, responsible lending, sustainable growth as well … [Read more...] about Czech Republic senior leaders meet with Home Credit Vietnam