Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung and his Russian counterpart Maxim Akimov at the meeting in Vladivostok. — VNA/VNS Photo Duong Tri Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung and his Russian counterpart Maxim Akimov agreed that oil and gas cooperation bears strategic significance to Viet Nam – Russia relations at their meeting on Thursday on the sidelines of the ongoing 5th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). The two officials took the occasion to exchange their opinions on the implementation of the two countries’ joint projects and agreements. They shared the view that bilateral cooperation is going smoothly across all fields and highlighted the need for effective measures to capitalise on the potential of both countries and of the Eurasian Economic Union – Viet Nam Free Trade Agreement toward realising the US$10 billion bilateral trade goal in 2020. Dung affirmed that Viet Nam welcomes Russia’s oil and gas companies to carry out exploration and exploitation … [Read more...] about Oil-gas cooperation key to Viet Nam– Russia ties: officials
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Park Hyatt Saigon brings Le Petit Chef to Viet Nam
Petit chef Luca Lombardi will be at Le Petit Chef – The Feast For The Senses event being held for the first time in Viet Nam at Park Hyatt Saigon VNSphoto MinhPhi. Park Hyatt Saigon will introduce an exclusive and distinct dining experience while preserving its personalised services and international standards by inviting guests to meet the smallest chef in the world, Le Petit Chef. For the first time in Viet Nam, Le Petit Chef, a feast for the senses and the hotels new and innovative two-hour dining concept, will bring visual mapping to the diners table, using cutting-edge 3D visual technology to present the story of a small animated chef who is projected onto diners plates to cook the food right in front of their eyes. Prepare yourself to be delightfully immersed in a continuous 3D-projected tale paired with sophisticated themed music, table patterns, props and decorations along with each chapter of the story. Upon setting foot in Square One, guests will find themselves … [Read more...] about Park Hyatt Saigon brings Le Petit Chef to Viet Nam
US Secretary of State congratulates Viet Nam on National Day
In a post on website of the State Department, Pompeo said he visited Viet Nam for the second time as Secretary of State this year and has witnessed the remarkable growth of our bilateral partnership. “The United States and Viet Nam work closely in areas of mutual benefit, including trade and investment, education, health care, energy, and defense. President Trump’s second visit to Viet Nam for the Ha Noi Summit in February 2019 reaffirmed our strong partnership and our mutual commitment to peace, security, sovereign independence, and prosperity in the region,” according to the post. “Together, we have accomplished much over the past year. As we look forward to the year ahead, our nations will commemorate the 25th anniversary of our bilateral relationship. As you celebrate today, I offer the United States’ best wishes to the people of Viet Nam,” Pompeo wrote./. By Huong Giang … [Read more...] about US Secretary of State congratulates Viet Nam on National Day
World’s leaders congratulate Viet Nam on National Day
14:16 | 02/09/2019 VGP – World’s leaders have extended congratulations to Viet Nam on the occasion of the 74th anniversary of National Day (September 2, 1945-September 2, 2019). Chinese Party General Secretary, President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang cabled separate congratulatory messages to Vietnamese counterparts Nguyen Phu Trong and Nguyen Xuan Phuc, respectively while Chairman of the Chinese National People’s Congress Li Zhanshu sent a message of congratulations to Vietnamese top legislator Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan. In their messages, Chinese leaders spoke highly of the achievements gained by Viet Nam over the past time, expressing their belief that Vietnamese people will continue to successfully realize the goals set by the 12th National Party Congress under the leadership of the Communist Party of Viet Nam. The Chinese leaders affirmed that China attaches importance to, and stands ready to work with Viet Nam to boost the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative … [Read more...] about World’s leaders congratulate Viet Nam on National Day
Standard Chartered strengthens capital base in Viet Nam
Standard Chartered Bank Viet Nam's headquarters. The bank's capital reached around US$300 million. — Photo courtesy of Standard Chartered Bank Viet Nam Standard Chartered Bank Viet Nam announced the completion of a tier-2 capital injection of US$100 million on Thursday. The move further enlarges the franchise’s capital base, building on the bank’s tier-1 capital increase of around $49 million in 2018 and bringing its capital to around $300 million. The capital injection strengthens the bank’s readiness for early implementation of Basel II standards under Circular 41/2016/TT-NHNN issued by the State Bank of Viet Nam. Judy Hsu, CEO for ASEAN and South Asia, Standard Chartered Bank, said: “Viet Nam plays a central part in our ASEAN footprint and is an important part of our global network. We remain fully committed to the country, where we have been present for 115 years, and to our clients operating there. With our in-depth local knowledge, a comprehensive … [Read more...] about Standard Chartered strengthens capital base in Viet Nam