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A ceremony took place in Hanoi on Thursday to mark the 50th establishment anniversary of the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) and the 35th anniversary of the joint operation to search for U.S. soldiers who were reported missing in action (MIA) during the Vietnam War. Addressing the event, Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc said VNOSMP has been fulfilling its assigned political missions, contributing to the healing of the wounds of war as well as to the normalization and promotion of the Vietnam - U.S. relations over the past decades. With the relentless efforts of the two sides, the Vietnam - U.S. MIA cooperation will continue to achieve positive outcomes and fulfill its humanitarian mission, helping to lift the Vietnam - U.S. comprehensive partnership to a new height, Ngoc stated. Vietnam established the VNOSMP in March 1973, not long after the signing of the Paris Agreement, with the goal of searching for Americans missing during the … [Read more...] about Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons celebrates 50th founding anniversary

Participants at the ceremony (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A ceremony was held in Hanoi on June 8 to mark the 50th founding anniversary of the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) and the 35th anniversary of the joint operation to search for US servicemen who were reported missing in action (MIA) during the war in Vietnam. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc said over the past five decades, VNOSMP has been fulfilling its assigned political missions, contributing to healing the wounds of war as well as normalising and promoting Vietnam-US relations. He expressed his belief that with the concerted efforts of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, National Defence, and Public Security and the US partners, the support and coordination of relevant agencies, local authorities, people and veterans of both countries, the Vietnam-US MIA cooperation will continue to achieve positive outcomes and fulfill its humanitarian mission, helping … [Read more...] about Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons marks 50th founding anniversary

The move boosts innovative ideas and solutions to drive positive changes in plastic reduction, reuse and recycling and to unlock new sources of sustainable financing. A new task force was launched by the Vietnam National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) launched to promote innovation and catalyze investment in effective solutions for reducing plastic waste and pollution in Vietnam. In collaboration with the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Hanoi and its Commercial Section - Innovation Norway, the Task Force held its first meeting to discuss new technologies for Deposit Return Systems (DRS). The NPAP Innovation and Financing Task Force -- co-chaired by the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Natural Science and Environment (MONRE) and the Alliance to End Plastic Waste – brings together government agencies and domestic and international enterprises and organizations to boost innovative ideas and solutions to drive positive changes in plastic reduction, reuse and … [Read more...] about New task force promotes innovation, financing for plastic waste reduction in Vietnam

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

In the first quarter the industrial property occupancy rate in the south declined by 8 percentage points year-on-year, according to real estate consultancy Cushman & Wakefield. The rates declined by 11 and 9 percentage points for ready-built factories and warehouses, it added. Another consultancy, JLL, said there are signs that the southern industrial property market is going into a short-term low demand period since exports are down. The Vietnam Association of Realtors (VARS) said the market is suffering due to delays in clearing lands for many projects. The lack of accommodation for workers at industrial zones is also a weak spot, it added. With dwindling global economic prospects, foreign investors are keeping away. In the first five months of 2023 foreign direct investment pledge in Vietnam was 7% lower at $10.86 billion. VARS said it is vital that investors are aware of the government’s policies to be able to invest optimally. Industrial land development … [Read more...] about Industrial property market slumps on economic woes

An overview of a discussion during the NA's fifth session. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Legislators are scheduled to discuss in groups the draft Land Law (revised) at the National Assembly 's ongoing fifth session in Hanoi on June 9. The bill, which was made public to receive opinions from the people from January 3 to March 15, aims to complete the land-related institutions and policies to match the socialist-oriented market economy institutions, while dealing with the overlapping and differences in policies and legal regulations in the field. It is expected to create a legal corridor for the efficient and sustainable management and use of land resources, ensuring defence-security, protecting the environment, adapting to climate changes and making a new motivation for the country to become a developed country with high income. The bill is also hoped to settle problems in land management and use, ensure harmonised interests of the State, land users and investors, promote the … [Read more...] about Lawmakers to discuss draft revised Land Law

Visitors look for potential partners in the Korea Content Village stall in Telefilm 2023. — VNS Photo Hong Linh The International Exhibition of Products, Telecommunications Services, Information Technology and Communications (ICTComm) and the International Exhibition of Film and Television Technology (Telefilm 2023) were held together at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre on June 8. The eighth ICTComm has attracted more than 350 exhibitors from 15 countries and territories such as the United States, India, Poland, and China. It displayed the latest telecom products and services, and information and communication technologies, including EduTech, Fintech, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), games, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) technology, and others. Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Minh Hong said that ICTomm expos can be a favorable and efficient environment for businesses to promote and connect. Fibre … [Read more...] about Telecom, TV technology expos launch

With the current high demand for electricity during the peak time of summer, the Department of Industry and Trade in Khanh Hoa has required Sumitomo to take the turbine from the 60-70 per cent capacity of its pilot period to 80-100 per cent capacity. As of June 5, the first turbine has been operating at full capacity. The Japanese investor is now preparing for the pilot run of the second turbine. Phan Thi Thu Cuc, deputy director of the Department of Industry and Trade said that at present the 500kV Van Phong - Vinh Tan transmission line is connected, and the province is completing procedures to implement the 500kV Van Phong - Binh Dinh transmission line to increase capacity for Van Phong 1 thermal power plant. The Van Phong 1 project is backed by a 25-year power purchase agreement with Electricity of Vietnam. The plant uses ultra-supercritical technology, with a capacity of 1,320MW, comprising two generating sets of 660MW, in Van Phong Economic Zone. When put into operation … [Read more...] about Van Phong 1 up and running sooner than expectated

30.4 per cent of real estate companies ceased operations in the first five months The information was published at a conference organised by the Vietnam Association of Realtors (VAR). According to VAR, the revenue of these companies dropped by 6.46 per cent and the after-tax profits decreased by 38.6 per cent on-year. In this difficult context, many companies had to dismiss staff. Five of the 20 real estate companies with the largest lay-offs included Dat Xanh Group (41 per cent of all employees), Dat Xanh Real Estate Service JSC (45 per cent), NovaGroup (20 per cent), Sunshine Homes (16 per cent), and An Gia Real Estate Investment and Development Corporation (29 per cent). According to information from the Ministry of Construction, from early this year, real estate companies continually voiced their concerns about accessing loans, issuing bonds, and mobilising capital from customers. In addition, the foreign currency ratio, the increase in the price of gas, and the soaring … [Read more...] about 30.4 per cent of real estate companies left market in first five months

According to industry sources cited by Reuters , the total value of these investments could exceed $1 billion. Xiamen Hithium Energy Storage Technology, a company expanding in Europe and the United States, has approached industry managers in Vietnam to discuss a $900 million investment to build a factory spanning over 30 hectares. According to Reuters , if the investment materialises as planned, it would become one of the largest foreign investors in the nation. A second source confirmed that the investment under consideration would be worth at least $500 million. Previously, VIR reported that Tran Duc Thang, Secretary of Hai Duong Party Committee, held a meeting and working session during the week of May 22 with the leadership of Xiamen Hithium Energy Storage Technology. During the meeting, director of investment and development at Xiamen Hithium Energy Storage Technology Will Shangguang and his delegation explored the potential advantages of Hai Duong, focusing on its … [Read more...] about Two Chinese energy storage manufacturers consider investments in Vietnam