Hanoi (VNA) – The Techfest Vietnam 2020, which wrapped up on November 29, saw over 120 connections and about 14 million USD worth of investment committed for innovative and startup projects. This year’s three-day Techfest featured about 40 events, such as conferences, seminars, forums and exhibitions, which attracted a total of 6,500 participants. All of its live-streamed events had at least 35,000 viewers tuning in. In his remarks at the closing ceremony, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Tran Van Tung said, despite adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Vietnamese young generations have been ceaselessly working creatively and overcoming hardships to make breakthroughs. The event reflects the development of Vietnam’s innovative and startup ecosystems which have step by step kept up with the global stage, Tung said, adding that he wants to welcome more foreign investors, experts and international organizations to participate, share experience and seek … [Read more...] about 14 million USD worth of investment pledged in Techfest 2020
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Laos faces serious budget deficit
The Lao Government has estimated that the budget deficit will rise from 6.69 trillion kip (700 million USD) , equal to 3.7 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), to 10.3 trillion kip (1.1 billion USD), or 5.7 percent of the GDP. … [Read more...] about Laos faces serious budget deficit
Cruise to a different world on Chau Doc River
A visitor not going on the tour can negotiate with the boat owner to stop at several points along the way, but they often do not provide detailed information about the destination. The price for a ride is VND250,000-300,000 per person. All boats are equipped with life jackets. … [Read more...] about Cruise to a different world on Chau Doc River
Vietnam records two new imported Covid-19 cases from Japan
"Patient 1343" is a 33-year-old man from the northern city of Haiphong. He landed at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on Vietjet Air flight VJ7837 on Friday and was quarantined upon arrival in central Thanh Hoa Province. … [Read more...] about Vietnam records two new imported Covid-19 cases from Japan
Government to make hike in public spending
The money will be used for key infrastructure, energy and digital economy projects. They include completion of the eastern section of the North-South Expressway, a number of coastal roads and others connecting airports and seaports. … [Read more...] about Government to make hike in public spending
