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Stemming from Resolution No.90/CP in August 1997 on the direction and policy of promoting private engagement in educational, medical, and cultural activities, Vietnam has a proud history of crafting policy on the nation’s health. They include legislation on development of non-public service providers, as well as encouraging private investment in education, vocational training, sports, the environment, and lots more. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van De - chairman of the Vietnam Private Hospital Association Over the past decade or two, these policies have been updated and amended in order to strengthen Vietnam’s framework in this area. These policies have created favourable conditions for localities to organise, apply, implement, and have clear and transparent mechanisms and policies, especially administrative reform in attracting investment for health projects. More importantly, we have attracted many resources, specifically from businesses and capable investors both at home … [Read more...] about Modern policy for private hospitals

Globally, energy accounts for more than two-thirds of total greenhouse gas emissions. This makes the transformation of the energy sector centrally important in reducing emissions, and tackling the global climate crisis. Last year, investment in renewable energy reached approximately $500 billion, while the share of wind and solar energy reached a record 12 per cent of global electricity generation. Ramla Khalidi - Resident representative United Nations Development Programme in Vietnam I take this opportunity to congratulate the Vietnamese government for the recent adoption of the long-awaited Power Development Plan VIII, which aims to achieve 10 GW offshore wind capacity by 2030, and reach a renewable energy target of 39.2 per cent by 2030. The energy transition offers opportunities to accelerate the achievement of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, including the creation of decent jobs, the development of new technology and renewable energy industry sectors, … [Read more...] about Energy transition will not come without challenges

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

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

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

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

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang (second from right), Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, speaks at the dialogue. (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has been and will continue to be one of the most important and trusted partners of the Government and people of Vietnam on the country’s development and integration pathway, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang has affirmed. Addressing an interactive dialogue between the UNDP Executive Board and UN member states held in New York on June 6 on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the Vietnam - UN relations , the Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN pointed out impacts of such global issues as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, geo-political tensions, and food and energy crises. As a speaker at the meeting to share the country’s success story, he said that in this context, the Vietnamese Government has implemented a number of measures to protect people’s health, … [Read more...] about UNDP one of Vietnam’s most important partners on development path: ambassador

Two waste-to-energy projects in Ho Chi Minh City have yet to be completed although work on them started in 2019 and they were expected to treat thousands of metric tons of garbage starting in 2020. The projects are funded by Vietstar Joint Stock Company and Tam Sinh Nghia Investment - Development Joint Stock Company in the Tay Bac Solid Waste Treatment Complex in Cu Chi District. The waste volume in the city increases annually, while burying waste is out-of-date and causes environmental pollution. As a result, Ho Chi Minh City needs to accelerate and put into operation waste-to-energy projects. Vietstar Joint Stock Company has completed the installation and operation of three waste sorting lines, constructed a 27-meter-wide road leading to the plant, leveled a construction site measuring 45,000 square meters, and signed contracts and made deposits for main equipment imports, Ngo Nhu Hung Viet, general director of the company, told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper. However, the … [Read more...] about 2 waste-to-energy projects in Ho Chi Minh City at standstill after 4 years

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

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