The documentaries will give audiences a deeper insight into life, people and society in two contrasting cultures: East and West. The European Network of Independent Cultural Institutes in Hanoi (EUNIC), in cooperation with the Vietnam Central Studio of Documentary Scientific Film, will hold the 13th EUNIC European-Vietnamese Documentary Film Festival in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City from September 22nd to 28th. Poster of the acclaimed Vietnamese documentary to be screened at the 13th EUNIC European-Vietnamese Documentary Film Festival. According to Trinh Quang Tung, Deputy General Director of the National Documentary and Scientific Film Studio, the festival will feature 19 documentaries from Austria, Italy, Germany, Spain, the UK, Poland, Belgium (Wallonia-Brussels), and Vietnam. The screening of all the films will be free of charge to the public. "This is an annual cultural event to promote cultural exchange activities between European countries and Vietnam," … [Read more...] about European-Vietnamese documentary film festival to open in late September
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HCM City to hold first-ever int’l film festival
At the ceremony held on September 20 to announce first-ever Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival 2024 (HIFF 2024) (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – The first-ever Ho Chi Minh City International Film Festival 2024 (HIFF 2024) will be held on April 6-13 next year with a wide range of activities, according to the municipal Department of Culture and Sports. The event will draw the participation of some 200 filmmakers, actors and actresses from around the world. Along with screening nominations, there will be an exhibition on the film industry, workshops, and refresher courses, among others. Among the highlights of the festival, a cine show which features a series of music and fashion shows in movies will bring unique audio-visual experience to the visitors. The organisation of the show aims to honour Vietnamese and international cinematic works, as well as standout achievements of the fashion industry of HCM City and Vietnam. Deputy Director of the Department Nguyen Thi … [Read more...] about HCM City to hold first-ever int’l film festival
Imposing natural film studio of ‘Kong: Skull Island’ in Quang Binh
Kong: Skull Island was filmed in Vietnam in February 2016. Vietnam provides the “perfect aesthetic” for the film “Kong: Skull Island”, director Vogt-Roberts was quoted by Channel NewsAsia on its website www.channelnewsasia.com . Kong: Skull Island was filmed in Minh Hoa district, Quang Binh province, including Cha Noi valley, Yen Phu lake, and Hang Chuot (Rat Cave. Pictured is Chuot Cave – the house of Kong. Visitors to Quang Binh can discover the beauty of Tu Lan and Son Doong caves. Tu Lan cave system includes many big and small caves like Song, Uoi, Chuot, Ken, To Mo and big valleys. Visitors can set up camp and contemplate imposing scenery there. … [Read more...] about Imposing natural film studio of ‘Kong: Skull Island’ in Quang Binh
ASEAN, ASEAN+3 Information Ministers to gather in Da Nang
Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Thanh Lam speaks at the press conference in Da Nang city on September 18. (Photo: VNA) Da Nang (VNA) – The 16th ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) meeting, the 7th AMRI Plus Three meeting, and related senior officials' meetings are scheduled to take place in the central city of Da Nang from September 20 to 23. The events, hosted by Vietnam, will see nine other members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) participate, Timor-Leste as an observer, and three partner countries – Japan, the Republic of Korea, and China, the Vietnamese Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) told a press conference in Da Nang on September 18. The meetings, themed “Media: From Information to Knowledge for a Resilient and Responsive ASEAN”, will discuss orientations for the ASEAN cooperation in information and communications. They will also develop a cooperation mechanism for coping with fake … [Read more...] about ASEAN, ASEAN+3 Information Ministers to gather in Da Nang
Huawei unit ships Chinese-made surveillance chips in fresh comeback sign
The shipments to surveillance camera manufacturers from the company's HiSilicon chip design unit started this year, according to one of the sources, and a third source familiar with the industry supply chain. One of the sources briefed on the unit said at least some of the customers were Chinese. Huawei also unveiled new smartphones in recent weeks that use advanced chips, which analysts say are domestically made. The developments indicate the Chinese tech giant is overcoming Washington's export controls, which since 2019 have barred it from obtaining components and technology from U.S. firms without approval. "These surveillance chips are relatively easy to manufacture compared to smartphone processors," said the source familiar with the surveillance camera industry's supply chain, adding that HiSilicon's return would shake up the market. A key factor is that the company appears to have worked around U.S. restrictions on chip design software. Huawei in March announced it had … [Read more...] about Huawei unit ships Chinese-made surveillance chips in fresh comeback sign
Vietnam district returns ambulance ship to AusCham after leaving it idle for over 1 year
Phung Hiep District in the southern province of Hau Giang has returned an ambulance boat to the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AusCham) after over a year of sitting idle as there was no captain, a local official said. Dong Hoang Tho, director of the Medical Center in Phung Hiep District, said on Tuesday that it returned the boat following the request of the Phung Hiep People’s Committee although it was about to appoint someone to learn how to control the boat. Tran Khong Dan, vice-chairman of the Phung Hiep People’s Committee, said the provincial administration required the return of the ambulance boat. Phung Hiep District suggested transferring the ambulance boat to another district in Hau Giang Province but AusCham said it would give the boat to another province which can use the vessel more effectively, Dan added. In August 2022, AusCham handed over the ambulance boat worth VND700 million (US$28,675) to the Phung Hiep People’s Committee in order to help … [Read more...] about Vietnam district returns ambulance ship to AusCham after leaving it idle for over 1 year
French-Vietnamese fashion extravaganza marks milestones in bilateral relations
The French Institute in Ho Chi Minh City has announced an exciting lineup of events under the theme 'Fashion and Design,' which will run from now until the end of 2023, as part of the commemoration of 50 years of diplomatic relations and 10 years of strategic partnership between France and Vietnam. The series of events was unveiled during a press conference held at the French Consulate General Palace on Wednesday, including special talks, exhibitions, film festivals, competitions, and performances featuring renowned figures from both the French and Vietnamese fashion worlds. Fashion and Design season kicks off French Consul General Emmanuelle Pavillon Grosser said that the previous season, titled 'Cuisine,' which ran from January to June, was a resounding success, as it offered a range of captivating events covering various aspects of French and Vietnamese culinary arts. The public had the unique opportunity to explore topics such as the history of bread, culinary … [Read more...] about French-Vietnamese fashion extravaganza marks milestones in bilateral relations
Vietnam’s first local currency sustainability-linked bonds aim to boost economy
As the first local currency SLBs in Vietnam, they aim to help issuers expand their businesses while creating jobs, boosting competitiveness, and supporting the country’s low-carbon growth model. IFC’s investment comprises two elements, with about $100 million to be issued by BIM Land – a tourism and property developer in Vietnam – and approximately $50 million to be issued by Thanh Xuan JSC. Both the issuers are subsidiaries of BIM Group, a multi-sector corporation in Vietnam. The proceeds will be used to develop the Thanh Xuan Valley project in Vinh Phuc province, including an eco-friendly and unique residential community alongside a hotel complex (under the InterContinental brand), as well as other relevant services and infrastructure. IFC’s funding will also help the developers implement water- and energy-saving solutions at two BIM Land hotels – InterContinental and Regent – on Phu Quoc island. An innovative financing tool to support global sustainable development, these … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s first local currency sustainability-linked bonds aim to boost economy
Steelmakers must act now in CBAM entry
GHG emissions inventories will cause a considerable challenge for the steel industry, photo Le Toan From October 1, steel companies exporting to the EU must adhere to the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, starting with greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting and reduction. At the training for steel manufacturers on GHG accounting and emissions mitigation, held on September 12 by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Vietnam Steel Association (VSA), experts discussed industrial carbon reduction technologies and provided insights into opportunities and challenges related to carbon trading. As one of the fundamental industries in Vietnam, the steel industry serves as a primary input for various sectors such as construction, shipbuilding, automotive, mechanics, and others. According to information from the VSA, Vietnam exported approximately 8.397 million tonnes of steel last year, representing a 35.85 per cent decrease compared to the same period the … [Read more...] about Steelmakers must act now in CBAM entry
National Day, elevation of Vietnam-US ties celebrated in Washington
Ambassador Nguyen Quoc Dung addresses the event. (Photo: VNA) Washington D.C. (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in the US in collaboration with the US Institute of Peace organised a banquet on September 19 evening to celebrate the 78th National Day of Vietnam and the newly-elevated Vietnam-US relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership for peace, cooperation and sustainable development. The event was attended by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who is on a US trip for the 78th United Nations General Assembly and bilateral activities in the country, his entourage, and nearly 30 US guests who are senior officials of the US administration and parliament, and representatives of businesses and organisations, along with scholars and US friends. Opening the event, Ambassador Nguyen Quoc Dung highlighted the significant of the National Day of Vietnam and the elevation of the Vietnam-US ties during the Vietnam visit by US President Joe Biden . He thanked US friends and … [Read more...] about National Day, elevation of Vietnam-US ties celebrated in Washington