Amongst the over 5,000 stamps issued by the Vietnam Post, those with images of the late President Ho Chi Minh account for the majority. Painter Tran The Vinh is well known for his life-long dedication in illustrating such stamps. Tran The Vinh’s first stamp collection of President Ho Chi Minh consisted of four models and one block. It was issued as part of celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day. At that time, Vinh had no idea this would lead him to spend his whole career painting stamps of the late president. There are many stamp designers creating images of President Ho Chi Minh. However those by Vinh consistently won top prizes for their iconic style. His collection to mark the 100th birthday of President Ho Chi Minh is one of the kind. … [Read more...] about Painter dedicates life to crafting stamps of late President
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Three sisters share long-life tips
It was late in the afternoon and an old woman was stooping in the house corner arranging some dry wood. 109-year-old Le Thi Thoai arranges dry wood at her house Vu Thi Luu, 75, said that that was her mother-in-law, Le Thi Thoai, and she was preparing for winter. "She is 109 years old now and we don't want her to do any work but whenever we go out, she will walk around to sweep the yard or tidy up the garden," Luu said, adding that her mother can still have a wash and sometimes do the washing up by herself. The daughter-in-law who lives in the same house also revealed that her mother hasn't had to see the doctor for the past 50 years. Le Thi Thoai and her daughter-in-law When being introduced to us, Thoai sent a big smile, saying that she is living happily with her children. "I have just seen my first great great grandchild," Thoai shared with a clear and cheerful voice. The daughter-in-law said that keeping a positive mood and leading a well-ordered … [Read more...] about Three sisters share long-life tips
“Brighten up your life” art project launched in Da Nang
“Brighten up your life” art project in Da Nang (Photo: VNA) Da Nang (VNA) – A street art programme entitled “Brighten up your life” was inaugurated in Hoa Cuong Nam ward in Hai Chau district, the central city of Da Nang, on August 31. The programme was carried out by Hoan My Da Nang Hospital, the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union’s chapter in Hoa Cuong Nam ward, and the Da Nang University of Architecture. Seven painters along with youths, and local people turned the moss-covered walls of houses on Ho Nguyen Trung road into 30 colourful murals. The pictures depict the beauty of the fishing community, wildlife, local children, and the natural landscape. The images aim to raise public awareness of environmental and marine life protection. Walls of local schools were also repainted as part of the programme. Director of the Hoan My Da Nang Hospital Pham Nguyen Cam Thach said over the years, the hospital has worked to organise free health … [Read more...] about “Brighten up your life” art project launched in Da Nang
Life insurance sector pumps over VND215 trillion in economy in H1
Illustrative image (Source: Bao Viet) Vietnam is now home to 18 life insurers with an annual revenue growth of over 30 percent, providing insurance coverage for more than 7.5 million clients. They pay in excess of VND14 trillion in insurance entitlements for clients each year and create jobs for nearly 10,000 workers and more than 600,000 agents. The birth of the Law on Insurance Business on December 7, 2000 has created a legal corridor for the insurance sector over the past years, said the IAV. From 2011-2017, the sector’s reinvestment in the economy expanded by 17.7% each year. In 2017 alone, investment made by insurers amounted to roughly 251 trillion VND, up 27% year-on-year. Le Huong Ly, member of the IAV Executive Board, said insurers need to further popularise products and services to help clients choose those meeting their demand. She said one of the biggest barriers now is misappropriation of insurance entitlements and risky terms in … [Read more...] about Life insurance sector pumps over VND215 trillion in economy in H1
Life insurance sector pumps over 215 trillion VND in economy in H1
Illustrative image (Source: Bao Viet) HCM City (VNA) – The life insurance sector pumped over 215 trillion VND (9.34 billion USD) into the economy in the first half of this year, according to the Insurance Association of Vietnam (IAV). Vietnam is now home to 18 life insurers with an annual revenue growth of over 30 percent, providing insurance coverage for more than 7.5 million clients. They pay in excess of 14 trillion VND in insurance entitlements for clients each year and create jobs for nearly 10,000 workers and more than 600,000 agents. The birth of the Law on Insurance Business on December 7, 2000 has created a legal corridor for the insurance sector over the past years, said the IAV. From 2011-2017, the sector’s reinvestment in the economy expanded by 17.7 percent each year. In 2017 alone, investment made by insurers amounted to roughly 251 trillion VND, up 27 percent year-on-year. Le Huong Ly, member of the IAV Executive Board, said insurers need to … [Read more...] about Life insurance sector pumps over 215 trillion VND in economy in H1