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THE 2018 WEF-ASEAN – TO JOIN HANDS IN BUILDING THE ASEAN COMMUNITY IN THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION ERA   Nguyen Xuan Phuc, Member of the Politburo, Prime Minister  The world is changing rapidly, driven by the shifts in globalization and the tremendous leaps of science, technology and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Against such backdrops, the ASEAN countries are making every effort to overcome challenges and harness opportunities for development in order to realize the 2025 ASEAN Community Vision, for the establishment of a strong ASEAN Community that shall further uphold its central role in regional mechanisms. As the host country for the 2018 World Economic Forum (WEF) on ASEAN Summit (2018 WEF-ASEAN), it is Viet Nam's crucial responsibility to work together with WEF and ASEAN members to discuss issues pertinent to their national development in the midst of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Such discourse shall help realize the 2025 ASEAN Vision, in the interest … [Read more...] about PM Phuc’s remarks at opening session of WEF on ASEAN 2018

Can Tho (VNA) – Leaders of Can Tho had a meeting with Hungarian Ambassador Ory Csaba on October 2 to discuss a Hungary-funded hospital project and the organisation of the European nation’s culture days in the Mekong Delta city. Chairman of the Can Tho People’s Committee Le Quang Manh said the Hungary-funded oncology hospital project, with 500 beds and a total investment of nearly 1.73 trillion VND (74.5 million USD), is significant to the health sector of Can Tho and the Mekong Delta region as it will have the most cutting-edge equipment to not only provide treatment but also help with cancer prevention through early diagnosis. Work on the hospital began in October 2017, and many facilities have been completed. However, he admitted, the progress is still lagging behind schedule because of many reasons, including those relevant the Hungarian side and legal procedures. To accelerate the project, more equipment has been installed at the construction … [Read more...] about Can Tho city, Hungary foster cooperative relations

Illustrative image The fair will deliver a golden opportunity for students and parents to learn all the most up-to-date information regarding studying in the UK including the exciting new visa policy for international students. More than 30 leading UK colleges, universities, prestigious education consultancy companies, UK qualification programmes in Vietnam will participate in Study UK Fair 2019. Highlights of this year’s fair include a UK visa seminar with the most up-to-date information about the new UK graduate immigration route, tips to apply for top UK universities, opportunities to study in Wales, the Chevening Wales scholarship programme, and career-oriented seminars with experts from leading companies in Vietnam. Register at: https://vn.registration.study-uk.britishcouncil.org/ UK education – a solid foundation for your future career The curricula at UK colleges and universities are work-based with plenty of hands-on learning, which gives graduate students an … [Read more...] about British Council organises biggest Study UK Fair in 2019

    Bridges made of tree trunks formed a path for soldiers to pass. VNA/VNS Photo A big meeting has taken place to remember what happened sixty years ago. By Nguyễn Mỹ Hà*   The song “East of Trường Sơn Calling West” has become a soul-searching tribute to those who trekked through Việt Nam’s deepest jungle to unify the country. Starting in 2016, the live-televised show has brought together thousands of former soldiers, volunteers and students from the North who volunteered to go South and students who opposed the American war at that time to share stories and memories and recall those who fell for their country. This years, 350 veterans, researchers and guests met in Đăk Nông at a national conference titled “From Trường Sơn to Hồ Chí Minh Trail -- Symbol of the Will for Nation’s Reunification” … [Read more...] about Meeting remembers key transport route