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Aries (March 21-April 20) The first half of 2023 is all about reinventing yourself, as you kick off a new 12-year chapter of your life. Out with the old: Refresh everything from your image and style to what you do for a living. Money is a big focus in the second half of the year. You could get a nice pay bump, but be careful not to spend it all in one place. Stay open to unexpected work opportunities, possibly a job with travel or relocation. You will be lucky with: Independent pursuits, money and work Taurus (April 21- May 20) Your zodiac sign is famous for consistency, but the only constant in your 2023 is change. Repeat after us, Taurus: Change is good. And it’s lucky—especially in the second half of this year, when a fresh 12-year chapter of your life begins anew. In the first few months of 2023, push yourself to release people and situations that are no longer a fit. Sweet success. You will be lucky with: Embracing a total life makeover, taking calculated risks. … [Read more...] about 2023 horoscope predictions for all 12 Zodiac signs

Reportedly, last year, Thua Thien Hue province victoriously completed all its important duties in all spheres. Especially, its socio-economic development targets were achieved and surpassed. The province’s gross regional domestic product (GRDP) reached 8.56%, the highest in recent years. Now the province is directing the acceleration of the implementation of the project on establishing a centrally-run city on the basis of the administrative boundaries of Thua Thien Hue province. In the field of military and defense, the provincial Party and People's Committees have regularly led and directed the building of the all-people’s defense disposition coupled with the people's security posture and all people’s border disposition. Especially, in this lunar New Year (Tet) 2023 holiday, the province has directed its units and localities to boost close coordination to ensure political security, social order and safety, armed forces’ units to actively adjust plans and rehearse combat … [Read more...] about General Luong Cuong checks combat readiness observance in Thua Thien Hue

Hanoi has set the target of having doctors at all healthcare stations by 2025,(Photo: soyte.hanoi.gov.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi aims to have doctors at all healthcare stations by 2025, according to a human resources development plan for the 2022-2025 period issued by the municipal People’s Committee. By 2025, there will be 26.4 nurses and midwives per 10,000 inhabitants, and up to 41% of the officials and employees in public health facilities will obtain bachelor's and post-graduate degrees. medical staff to improve their professional skills, especially at the grassroots level. public health system to take care of people's health. Retired medical professionals that are still healthy will be encouraged to continue working at public and non-public health facilities./. VNA … [Read more...] about Hanoi develops human resources for health sector

Vietnamese values help me overcome difficulties Ms. Aurélia Nguyen, Chief Program Strategy Officer at the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI) and former Managing Director of COVAX Facility, is one of the overseas Vietnamese delegates returning to Vietnam to attend the Homeland Spring Program 2023. She is also one of the nine typical overseas Vietnamese to receive the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee’s Certificate of Merit for her contribution to the overseas Vietnamese affairs and building and strengthening of the great national unity. Ms. Aurélia Nguyen is a second generation Vietnamese, who was "brought up with very strong family values" and aware of the importance of caring for each other. “My father was born and raised in Ho Chi Minh City, then went to study in France. I have so many things to thank my father and ancestors who gave me my Vietnamese heritage. My father taught me the value of hard-working spirit, worldview, faith, and solidarity … [Read more...] about Overseas Vietnamese’s sentiment for homeland

Bank profits are forecast to be the bright spot in the fourth quarter 2022 financial report season, which takes place after the Lunar New Year. This will help bank stocks flourish. Customers at a Vietcombank (VCB) branch. By the end of 2022, Vietcombank's pre-tax profit reached nearly VNĐ36.8 trillion (US$1.6 billion), an increase of 39 per cent compared to 2021. Photo vietcombank Although the financial statements for the fourth quarter of 2022 have not been announced, according to analysts' forecasts, in 2022, the picture of bank profits will have a strong divergence, along with the return of the commercial banking group with State capital. After two years of "holding" growth to support customers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the profit of this banking sector has increased sharply again. By the end of 2022, Vietcombank's pre-tax profit reached nearly VNĐ36.8 trillion (US$1.6 billion), an increase of 39 per cent compared to 2021. This figure at BIDV was … [Read more...] about Bank stocks to flourish in 2023

During the event, Phan Dinh Trac lauded troops of the Border Post of Thuan An Border Gate for their achievements obtained over the past time and urged the unit to continue to enhance responsibility in task implementation, strictly observe combat readiness, and well carry out border management and protection. The official also emphasized the need to build a healthy and strong Party organization and comprehensively strong unit; mobilize the public and actively participate in building and consolidating local political bases; enhance the effectiveness of exchange and cooperation activities with neighboring countries’ units and localities, contributing to firmly maintaining border areas of peace, friendship, and development. The same day, a working delegation of the General Staff, led by its Deputy Chief Senior Lieutenant General Huynh Chien Thang, inspected and extended New Year greetings to Regiment 152 of Military Region 9. At the working session, Commanding Officer of Regiment 152 … [Read more...] about Leaders pay New Year visits to military units

According to the ambassador, thanks to Vietnamese government’s decisive vaccination campaign, people in Vietnam were able to safely shift and eventually regain their pre-pandemic routine. “I am also impressed with the vibrant activities of various government agencies in Vietnam. Programs and projects that were held in abeyance for the past two years were relaunched with much vigor and enthusiasm from government officials and employees and even the participating public,” he said. Montealegre pointed out that there are many challenges in the international arena including supply chain disruptions, low demand, high cost of energy and fuel, and the threat of resurgence of the COVID-19 virus is still present. All of these factors affected not only Vietnam but also other countries. Hence, while the prospects for economic growth are vast, the current conditions also pose challenges to sustaining economic development, he said. According to the Ambassador, Vietnam - Philippines economic … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s post-pandemic recovery quite admirable: Phillipine Ambassador

The Hanoi Basketball Academy (HNBA) co-founded by Hanoi Buffaloes basketball club has successfully organized a selection day for young players from 10 to 17 years old. The event took place over two weekends at Hoang Mai Gymnasium, attracting hundreds of young basketball lovers. The participants, born between 2005 and 2013, had a chance to experience and become familiar with tests in a professional sports environment. "Today's recruitment was very fun, and I met lots of new friends from all over Hanoi,” said Le Thanh Cong, one of the participants. “Through the tests, I was able to know more about my basketball skills and ability. “Thank you HNBA for organizing a healthy playground." A boy takes part in a test during the selection day of the Hanoi Basketball Academy (HNBA). Photo: VBA Following various physical and basketball tests, the HNBA coaching staff, including the head coach of Hanoi Buffaloes Eric Weissling, selected 20 young boys and girls with good … [Read more...] about Hanoi Buffaloes nurtures young basketball talents

In the letter, on behalf of the Central Military Commission and Defense Ministry, the Defense Minister extended best wishes to all commissioned and non-commissioned officers, troops, defense workers, reservists, and militia personnel. General Phan Van Giang recalled that in the Year of the Tiger, under the leadership and direction of the Central Military Commission, Ministry of National Defense, Party committees, and chains-of-command at all levels, the whole military stayed united and made joint efforts to comprehensively fulfill assigned missions, of which many tasks were excellently completed. The achievements of the military  were recognized and praised by the Party, State, and people. The whole military pro-actively studied, forecast, and accurately evaluated the situation and made recommendations to the Party and State to deal with military and defense circumstances in a timely and effective manner, contributing to firmly protecting national independence, sovereignty, and … [Read more...] about Defense minister sends New Year greetings to whole military’s personnel

The Vietnamese cuisine is a delight. It takes some getting used to, now many will probably smile or laugh, like the popular fish sauce in Vietnam, which is not known in Belgium and the rest of Europe, I think, except in selected Vietnamese restaurants. With the chick embryo, or the worms, I would have scruples or the stupid western European disgust of the unknown. However, I am not entirely unworldly..., and I recognize I would be able to break through my world of thought and open myself to the previously foreign pleasure. Unfortunately, I have visited Vietnam only once so far. It has enchanted me and I would like to go back again. The people, the culture, the country, the love... To eat a small octopus completely was one of many firsts for me, in interesting sauces that do not exist in our country. Thank you very much for the contribution. To all readers who have not yet visited Vietnam, please, do not be stupid. Do not ask for the food you know from home. Be brave and there is … [Read more...] about To foreign tourists, be brave and ask for food you do not know from home