(CPV) -On the occasion of Lunar New Year's Day, the Year of Horse, reporter of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Online Newspaper interviewed Mr. Mayerfas, Indonesian Ambassador in Viet Nam, on the cooperation between Viet Nam and Indonesia and his opinion about Tet Festival in Viet Nam. Here is the full-text of the interview: Reporter:The cooperation between Vietnam and Indonesia is assessed as having good results. Could you please give us some details about these results, ambassador? Ambassador Mayerfas: The year of 2013 is very special year for the relations between Vietnam and Indonesia because the two sides had decided to establish strategic partnership. As we know, our two countries have always shared a close bond based on our common experiences and histories. This bond has been continuously nurtured through generations of leaders and the peoples of both countries. As a matter of fact, Vietnam is the only country in the Southeast Asian region to have a strategic partnership with … [Read more...] about The year of 2013 is very special year for the relations between Vietnam and Indonesia
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German friend brings to mind antiwar movement during American war in Vietnam
This year Viet Nam commemorates the 35th anniversary of the liberation of Saigon and the re-unification of North and South Vietnams into one single country. This day, April 30, 1975, has particular significance for Europe and especially for those young Germans who were becoming active in the student movement. Do not forget that Germany in 1975 was also a divided country: not North and South but East and West. The governments of each part of Germany (GDR and FRG) reflected the opposing ideological systems of communism and capitalism. But one rather special feature of the division of Germany was that the city of Berlin became the link between the two political systems. Berlin became not just a channel for communication but a magnifying glass which you could use to scrutinize both systems. In the late 1960s those of us who were students were in principle critical of any authority. We were being trained by our universities to learn and think independently. Inevitably many of us were … [Read more...] about German friend brings to mind antiwar movement during American war in Vietnam
Vietnam Tourism on the Path to Integration
Apart from taking tours, many people like to discover Vietnam in their own ways. It is understandable because they can find the distinctive features of this country everywhere. It's inevitable Vietnam tourism will enjoy a boom due to its typical Oriental characteristics that have gradually vanished in other countries, as well as attractive mountainous landscapes and natural sand banks. Vietnamese people and international tourism experts admit that Vietnam has great potential that has not been known and exploited. That is the reason why the tourism sector takes "Vietnam- The hidden charm" as a symbol and title of the National Action Programme on Vietnam Tourism in 2006-2010. This S-shaped country has been dubbed as a destination for international tourists due to its natural beauty, unique culture and friendly people. According to the results of a research carried out by the World Tourism and Travel Council (WTTC) in collaboration with Oxford Economic Forecasting (OEF), Vietnam ranks … [Read more...] about Vietnam Tourism on the Path to Integration
Vietnam geography
Geographical location: (main land) Longitude: from 102o09' to 109o30' East Latitude: from 8o10' to 23o24' North Mainland area: 331,690 km2 Distance (air way) between the Northernmost point and the Southernmost point: 1,650 km Distance East-West at max: 600 km (Northern), 400 km (Southern); at min: 50 km (Quang Binh, Central Part) Population: more than 80 millions (2002) in which Age structure is female 51%, male 49%. Administrative divisions: 63 provinces and municipalities (Hanoi, HCM City, Hải Hai Phong, Da Nang). Terrain: + Mountains, hills: Mountains and highland hold 3/4 of the total area. Mountain system extends from the Northwest border to the eastern side of the South, 1,400 km in total length. The highest point: Fansipan 3,143 m. + Deltas: Red River Delta: 15,000 km2. Mekong River Delta: 40,000 km2. + Main rivers: total length of all rivers in Vietnam is 41,000 km with total flow is nearly 300 billions m3 of water, and 3,100 km of canals. Red River's … [Read more...] about Vietnam geography
Vietnam’s economy 2012 in the eyes of foreign investors
The world economy is shaky and uncertain. In this climate, Vietnam could emerge as a preferred destination for foreign investment if it seizes the opportunity. That is the assessment of foreign investors and world economists on the occasion of New year 2012. According to economists, Vietnam's economy is not insulated from global trends as it increasingly depends on the global economy. There will be some difficulty attracting foreign direct investment in the coming period due to problems besetting parent companies in foreign countries. At the same time, Vietnam is now being more selective about FDI quality, which to some extent, is affecting FDI flow into the country. However, economists say the disbursement of 10 billion USD per year of FDI capital during 5 very difficult years shows that Vietnam's business environment and investment promotion policies are still attractive to foreign investors. … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s economy 2012 in the eyes of foreign investors