Many cities have seized the opportunity to launch initiatives like Photo Hanoi'23 to promote the growth of culture and arts and to establish themselves as popular tourist destinations. More than 200 articles and programs have been published about the International Biennale Photo Hanoi'23. Over 170,000 visitors have participated in exhibitions and other activities. Social media posts have been viewed nearly 5 million times on PhotoHanoi networks alone, and 5,100 posts with #photohanoi hashtags have been sent on social media: Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok. These are the statistics announced by the French Ambassador to Vietnam, Nicolas Warnery, confirming the success of the first Photo Hanoi'23. Chance to explore local photography The French Ambassador expressed his pleasure at the warm reception Photo Hanoi'23 received from the community. He affirmed that the event contributes to the professionalization of the entire creative ecosystem and promotes the capital's economic … [Read more...] about Photo Hanoi’23 drives capital’s culture and art development
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Vietnam launches digital transformation center to support press agencies
The launch of the support center aligns with the Government's goal to achieve an effective digital media transformation by 2025 and beyond. The Ministry of Information and Communications has launched a digital transformation center to support media outlets and ensure their competitiveness in the digital age. According to Luu Dinh Phuc, Director of the Press Authority under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC), the center will be responsible for developing an index to measure the level of digital transformation of media outlets, providing information and materials on successful digital media transformation models and experiences, and offering financial, technical, and technological support to press agencies. Vietnam has a new digital transformation center to support press agencies. Photo: VNA Speaking at a regular press conference in Hanoi on June 5, Phuc said the Press Authority would serve as a primary source of information and evaluation, … [Read more...] about Vietnam launches digital transformation center to support press agencies
Ha Giang promoting sustainable community-based tourism
Living together for generations in Ha Giang province, the 19 local ethnic minority groups have spared no effort in preserving their cultural values . Such rituals and ceremonies as “Nhảy lửa” (fire jumping) of the Dao and Pa Then people, “Cấp sắc” (maturity ritual), and the Gầu tào Festival have now become a magnet for tourists keen to discover ethnic minority cultures. Cultural offerings have become popular over recent years, helping promote and preserve the local ethnic minority cultures. ASEAN standards on cultural tourism will be applied in villages shortly. According to the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, cultural tourism villages have attracted a large number of visitors, improving local livelihoods while promoting local tourism resources and cultural identity./. VNA … [Read more...] about Ha Giang promoting sustainable community-based tourism
Foreign Minister’s Czech Republic visit reaffirms stronger ties: Ambassador
In an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency in Prague, Dung said since the COVID-19 pandemic was brought under control, the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation between Vietnam and the Czech Republic have been thriving in all fields. The Czech Republic is highly interested in promoting relations with the Indo - Pacific, including Vietnam and some other ASEAN countries. He said the visit aims to continue effectively realizing the outcomes of previous visits, during which both sides will discuss measures to enhance political and diplomatic relations, maintain high-level exchanges, support each other at multilateral and international forums, effectively implement the E.U. - Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), and strengthen cooperation in trade and investment, national defense-security, sci-tech, education-training, culture, tourism, labor, and more. They will also debate the implementation of commitments, agreements and accords that have been signed, … [Read more...] about Foreign Minister’s Czech Republic visit reaffirms stronger ties: Ambassador
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
Abbott and Real Madrid team up to beat malnutrition
Abbott and the Real Madrid Foundation announced the launch of the "Beat Malnutrition" campaign during Real Madrid's final match weekend of the 2022/2023 La Liga season. The new campaign empowers communities to help children reach their full potential through nutrition education and malnutrition screening, and furthers Abbott's partnership with Real Madrid to reduce global childhood malnutrition. As the Health Sciences and Nutrition Partner of Real Madrid Football Club and Global Partner of the Real Madrid Foundation, Abbott and the club are working together to tackle malnutrition through programmes at Real Madrid Foundation Social Sports Schools focused on education and malnutrition screening. Malnutrition affects 1 in 3 people around the world. In Vietnam, a report published by the Ministry of Health in 2021 shows that one in five children under five and around one in seven children from 5 to 19 years old suffer from malnutrition. It is also reported that micronutrient … [Read more...] about Abbott and Real Madrid team up to beat malnutrition
Vietbank to revolutionise Ho Chi Minh City bus payments
The EMV Open-Loop payment system allows passengers to conveniently use their existing bank cards or e-wallets to pay for bus fares, eliminating the need for cash or specialised cards or tickets designed solely for the bus system. This flexible and modern payment method meets the demands of both the residents and tourists who use public bus services in Ho Chi Minh City. It has already been successfully implemented in numerous countries worldwide, including the United Kingdom, Singapore, Australia, and the United States. Since 2019, Vietbank has been conducting a pilot project for automated payment on public buses with the authorisation of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee. In collaboration with Vidiva Technology JSC and Mastercard, Vietbank is aiming to revolutionise the commuting experience for the cities' residents. The project will be implemented without utilising state funds, and the participating parties anticipate that it will incentivise passengers to use public … [Read more...] about Vietbank to revolutionise Ho Chi Minh City bus payments
Ho Chi Minh City to connect 22 additional bus routes to metro line No. 1
The Ho Chi Minh City Management Center of Public Transport has announced the scheduled introduction of 22 additional bus routes providing connectivity for passengers to metro line No. 1 stations, alongside the current 11 bus routes. Among the 22 bus routes, there are two routes linking neighboring Binh Duong Province, namely 61-9 (Cu Chi Coach Station – Di An – New Mien Dong Coach Station) and 61-10 (Ben Cat Coach Station – New Mien Dong Coach Station), and one passing through Dong Nai Province—60-9 (New Mien Dong Coach Station – Giang Dien Tourist Site). The remaining 19 bus routes will connect bus stops on Ham Nghi Street in District 1, and near the Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City, Nong Lam (Agriculture-Forestry) University, Vincom Thu Duc, and Vinhomes Grand Park in Thu Duc City, among others. The Ho Chi Minh City Management Center of Public Transport proposed developing 230 new bus stops close to schools, residential areas, industrial parks, and pedestrian … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City to connect 22 additional bus routes to metro line No. 1
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
Vietnam attaches importance to comprehensive relations with France: Foreign Minister
The minister also had a working session with the French Senate’s Vice President Pierre Laurent, who is also former National Secretary of the French Communist Party. At those meetings, Son affirmed that Vietnam always attaches importance to developing its comprehensive relations with France, through all the government, legislature and party channels. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the bilateral diplomatic ties and the 10th anniversary of the bilateral strategic partnership, the minister suggested Vietnam and France continue boosting friendship exchanges and mutually beneficial cooperation in all areas. The host leaders emphasized the close ties between Vietnamese and French peoples, and expressed their belief that Son’s visit will contribute to deepen the strategic partnership. Larcher spoke highly of the success of the 12th Vietnam - France decentralized cooperation conference, which was held in Hanoi last April, saying the event served as an important cooperation … [Read more...] about Vietnam attaches importance to comprehensive relations with France: Foreign Minister