The Deputy PM made the assertion while giving further explanation about some issues related to human resources amid the Fourth Industrial Revolution on June 6 afternoon, part of the question-and-answer session on labour, invalids, and social affairs at the ongoing fifth session of the 15th National Assembly. Ha held that it is necessary to review viewpoints and policies relevant to green growth and developing human resources for such sectors as education - training and science - technology. Those issues are closely linked with the development of human resources, one of the three targeted strategic breakthroughs stated in the 13th National Party Congress’s resolution. The Deputy PM also stressed the importance of enterprises’ research and development (R&D) activities to the economy, noting that the Party and State have paid great attention to this as seen in the establishment of science and technology development funds. However, Vietnam has yet to record substantial improvement … [Read more...] about High-quality human resources crucial to national development in new trend: Deputy Prime Minister
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Deputy PM requests MoC to amend fire prevention regulations
Minister Nguyen Thanh Nghi This was one of the points included in the announcement of DPM Tran Hong Ha's conclusion at the conference to address obstacles associated with fire prevention and defence regulations in construction and investment activities. According to experts, many of Vietnam's new fire prevention regulations exceed those of developed nations and do not account for their applicability. Several initiatives under the previous plan to assure compliance with Decree No.79/2014/ND-CP are now being evaluated and must comply with the new regulations issued in Decree No.136/2020/ND-CP. Numerous recently issued standards and regulations fail to differentiate project scope, construction properties, use requirements, and unlicensed fireproof materials on the Vietnamese market. Due to their inability to meet the new law, a variety of firms, production facilities, and commercial enterprises will be forced to close. According to data from the Science, Technology and … [Read more...] about Deputy PM requests MoC to amend fire prevention regulations
Viet Nam and New Zealand have great potential for economic and trade cooperation
New Zealand Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Vangelis Vitalis In the near future there will be many opportunities to develop Viet Nam-New Zealand relations in many aspects, according to New Zealand Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Vangelis Vitalis. On the sidelines of the 8th meeting of the Viet Nam-New Zealand Joint Trade and Economic Commission (JTEC), he spoke about the results of the meeting and the prospect of cooperation and investment between Viet Nam and New Zealand. What are the results of the 8th JTEC meeting? How do you evaluate the cooperation between the two countries in economics, trade and related fields after the 7th JTEC meeting in 2020? The joint trade economic cooperation talks are always a very important moment in the bilateral relationship between Viet Nam and New Zealand. And the things Viet Nam's Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang and I focus on are practical things. These things will benefit our businesses, … [Read more...] about Viet Nam and New Zealand have great potential for economic and trade cooperation
Can Tho seeks to develop agricultural tourism
The city boasts natural advantages for developing agricultural and rural tourism, especially river-related tourism, as it is surrounded by rivers and canals and rural areas account for more than 60% of its total area. It has 158 rivers and canals, including the Hau river, a tributary of the Mekong river. The Hau river runs a total length of 65km through the city. The city has many localities that offer tourism services in fruit orchards such as My Khanh tourism village in Phong Dien district, Son riverine island in Binh Thuy district and Tan Loc riverine island in Thot Not district. Ly Van Bon of Son riverine island has successfully implemented a model of breeding fish in floating cages in the Hau river in combination with offering tourism services. He breeds various types of fish and decorates his floating cages with flower pots, coconut-leaf roofs and small boats made from plastic bottles to serve tourists taking photos. With these, he receives about 7,000 tourists a year … [Read more...] about Can Tho seeks to develop agricultural tourism
Apartment owners, developers at odds over communal area loophole
Tran Khanh, chairman of the Hanoi Building Management Operating Club, said the law does not spell out which areas belong to owners and which are commonly owned, and this is causing disagreements between the owners and building managements. A 2010 decree states that the two areas must be delineated clearly in apartment sale contracts, but another decree in 2015 does not do so, he said. Developers take advantage of it and do not designate shared areas, while buyers usually only worry about their apartment and do not care about shared spaces until later, he said. Nguyen Manh Ha, deputy chairman of the Vietnam National Real Estate Association, said some developers make false claims to sell before taking ownership of shared areas. One of the main disputed areas is the parking lot. The Housing Law states that motorbike and bicycle parking spaces are shared areas, but car parking spots must be bought or rented by residents. The cost of building parking lots is purportedly not … [Read more...] about Apartment owners, developers at odds over communal area loophole
Sci-tech, transport issues to be placed under microscope in NA’s fifth session
At the meeting (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat and Minister of Transport Nguyen Van Thang will take the floor at the Q&A session in the 15th National Assembly’s fifth session in Hanoi on June 7, which are televised nationwide. After Minister - Chairman of the Government Committee for Ethnic Minority Affairs Hau A Lenh and Government members explain relevant issues, Minister Dat will be questioned about national sci-tech development strategy; hi-tech application for socio-economic development, especially in agriculture; the allocation, management, and use of State budget for scientific research; the commercialisation of research results from institutes, universities and public service units; mechanisms and policies to encourage private investment in the field; and the enforcement of laws and policies regarding sci-tech development fund for enterprises. Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha and ministers of Finance, Planning and … [Read more...] about Sci-tech, transport issues to be placed under microscope in NA’s fifth session
Implementation of ethnic minority-related policies clarified at National Assembly
Minister-Chairman of the Government Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs Hau A Lenh answers NA deputies' questions at the session. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Minister-Chairman of the Government Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs Hau A Lenh clarified issues related to the attraction of investment in ethnic minority-inhabited areas at the ongoing 15th National Assembly (NA) during the fifth plenary session on June 7. Answering the question by Hanoi representative Vu Thi Luu Mai on a number of documents that do not match the regulations of the law, Lenh admitted that there are still conflicts and overlapping in documents guiding the implementation of policies to encourage investment in ethnic minority-inhabited areas. The Government has asked ministries and sectors to review all the documents to ensure that they are coherent and suitable with legal regulations, he said, adding that ministries and agencies have completed the work. Responding to a question on criteria to … [Read more...] about Implementation of ethnic minority-related policies clarified at National Assembly
Ho Chi Minh City seeks to promote export of mechanical products
The Investment and Trade Promotion Center of Ho Chi Minh City (ITPC) and Ho Chi Minh City Association of Mechanical–Electrical Enterprises are jointly organizing the “Ho Chi Minh City Products Week 2023 - Mechanical and Electrical Devices and Digital Technology” which attracts the participation of over 40 businesses. Exhibitors are showcasing machinery, electrical equipment, digital technology services and solutions, logistics services supporting the mechanical engineering and electrical equipment manufacturing industry, and warehouse storage solutions. According to Tran Phu Lu, ITPC Deputy Director, the products selected by businesses to showcase in the exhibition are reputable and high-quality items with beautiful designs and advanced technology, which also incorporate digital technology and automation in their applications. The expo, to go on until June 7, is part of a city trade promotion campaign to help mechanical and electrical businesses promote their brands and products. … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City seeks to promote export of mechanical products
Ho Chi Minh City moves to apply ASEAN Tourism Standards
Deputy Director of the department Bui Thi Ngoc Hieu said the application of the ASEAN Tourism Standards will help guarantee higher product and service quality as well as safety so that travelers can have better experience. It will create a quality tourism environment and promote Ho Chi Minh City as a trustworthy tourist destination. The ASEAN Tourism Standards include criteria for energy use management and reduction, sustainable use of natural resources, and efficient waste treatment. By complying with these standards, Ho Chi Minh City can maintain the harmonious balance between tourism development and environmental protection, climate change response, she went on. Experts said the city, one of the most dynamic trade, service, and tourism hubs in Vietnam, has attracted millions of visitors from around the world and established itself as a diverse and charming destination. However, to adapt to common trends in the region and the world, the local tourism sector should standardize … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City moves to apply ASEAN Tourism Standards
National flags and gifts presented to troops and needy people in Thanh Hoa
At the event, the organizing panel handed over 20,000 national flags to troops and people in the province and granted 100 gifts to students with difficulties. According to the Laborer Newspaper, sea, islands, and borders are the Fatherland’s sacred territories which play an important role in the national survival and development. Therefore, protecting national independence, sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity in general and national sea, islands and borders in particular is the task of the Party, people and the military. Launched in 2019, the “One million national flags for fishermen” program has presented more than 1.8 million national flags to people in provinces across the country. On the occasion, the program “Scholarships support ethnic minority and disadvantaged students” founded by former Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh presented 100 gifts, worth VND 1 million each, to disadvantaged students in Thanh Hoa province, of which 50 gifts were for needy students in … [Read more...] about National flags and gifts presented to troops and needy people in Thanh Hoa