Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the toilets at Ta Phin Secondary & High School and Sinh Lung Primary & Secondary School on Thursday, Nguyen Van Chinh, vice chairman of the district, said local schools lack many facilities, especially toilets. "The 'School Hygiene' project is a gift that offers students good learning and living conditions, thereby improving the quality of education." Le Quang Hien, deputy head of the district Department of Education and Training, said in recent years the size and quality of schools have been improved, and the number of students attending schools has also increased. But the quality of school facilities, including toilets, remains low. Some schools completely lack toilets while others’ are dilapidated, lack water and are unsanitary, and this has a significant impact on the quality of life and learning of teachers and students, he said. Children use a makeshift toilet at a school in Dong Van District, Ha Giang Province. … [Read more...] about Hope Foundation starts building two school toilets in far northern province
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Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons marks 50th founding anniversary
Participants at the ceremony (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A ceremony was held in Hanoi on June 8 to mark the 50th founding anniversary of the Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) and the 35th anniversary of the joint operation to search for US servicemen who were reported missing in action (MIA) during the war in Vietnam. Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ha Kim Ngoc said over the past five decades, VNOSMP has been fulfilling its assigned political missions, contributing to healing the wounds of war as well as normalising and promoting Vietnam-US relations. He expressed his belief that with the concerted efforts of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, National Defence, and Public Security and the US partners, the support and coordination of relevant agencies, local authorities, people and veterans of both countries, the Vietnam-US MIA cooperation will continue to achieve positive outcomes and fulfill its humanitarian mission, helping … [Read more...] about Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons marks 50th founding anniversary
Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – June 10
Catch up on the news in Vietnam today: Society -- The Vietnamese Ministry of Industry and Trade has set up an inspection team to oversee the power management and supply at state utility Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and other relevant units between early 2021 and June 2023 in a bid to clarify the cause of the ongoing shortage of electricity. The team was told to fulfill the duty within 30 days. -- Former Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam was forced to resign as a disciplinary measure for bribery charges by the prime minister. -- Police in Thua Thien Hue Province in central Vietnam said on Friday that they had teamed up with police in neighboring Quang Tri Province to detain a 47-year-old Chinese national for allegedly stealing gold necklace worth VND31 million (US$1,320) at a jewelry shop. -- The Education and Training Division of Ho Chi Minh City’s outlying district of Nha Be suspended a male teacher after he had been accused of sexually harassing a student in class … [Read more...] about Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – June 10
Ho Chi Minh City seeks stronger cooperation between local firms and Japanese counterparts
At a reception for Mizushima Kozo, President of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Ho Chi Minh City (JCCH), and a delegation of Japanese businesses, Hoan said the city always supports the chamber’s operation, and stands ready to remove obstacles facing Japanese firms, and listen to their proposals during its construction and development. He noted that the increasing number of the JCCH’s members reflects the close coordination between local authorities and Japanese enterprises, as well as the attractiveness of the local investment environment. The official used the occasion to thank Japanese businesses for their contributions to the city’s development, especially in COVID-19 prevention and control and post-pandemic economic recovery and development. Hoan suggested the JCCH step up connectivity activities with local businesses to exchange information and seek cooperation opportunities in such areas as goods supply chain and high-quality personnel training, while … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City seeks stronger cooperation between local firms and Japanese counterparts
Be Group partners with FWD to deliver insurance on multi-service consumer platform
The move marks the first cooperation model on the market. Accordingly, B e join hands with FWD to raise public awareness about life insurance. The tie-up will increase customers' access to online insurance products that are simple, easy to understand, and easy to buy with just a few simple steps. The initiative is suitable for the dynamic lifestyle of the modern Vietnamese. In the initial stage of cooperation, Be's customers can explore and participate in the online insurance product "FWD Triple Protection," a specialised solution to protect customers against three serious diseases at the same time: cancer at any stage, strokes, and heart attacks up to age 80. Customers will also soon be able to participate in the "FWD Modern Woman" product at the next stage of implementation. In addition, customers will have the opportunity to learn about diverse insurance solutions which combines protection and long-term investment on the platform of Be. They will also receive consulting from … [Read more...] about Be Group partners with FWD to deliver insurance on multi-service consumer platform
UOB Vietnam forms strategic partnership with Vietnam Airlines
This collaboration aims to provide UOB Vietnam’s cardholders and Vietnam Airlines' Lotusmiles members with great travel benefits and access to exclusive offers and privileges. As the bank with the largest ASEAN consumer footprint and the top card issuer in the region, UOB aims to do right by customers wherever they are by offering deals and rewards for every lifestyle and life stage. The bank has continuously expanded its partnership ecosystem with established brands to offer its customers the very best deals that align with their preferences and desires. In Vietnam, UOB has a strong focus on establishing partnerships with industry leaders across key sectors such as travel, dining, and retail, which include Lazada, Shopee, Starbucks, CGV, Be, GrabFood, and top-notch restaurants to provide customers with the best deals and offers. Paul Kim, head of Personal Financial Services at UOB Vietnam shared, “Our partnership with Vietnam Airlines marks another milestone for us … [Read more...] about UOB Vietnam forms strategic partnership with Vietnam Airlines
Hanoi Agriculture Fair 2023 opens at AEON Ha Dong
The fair at AEON Ha Dong will last until June 11 and is part of a number of trade, investment, and tourism promotion activities held by the Hanoi Centre for Investment, Trade, and Tourism Promotion (HPA) in 2023. The opening ceremony of Hanoi Agriculture Fair 2023 on June 8 Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nguyen Anh Duong, director of the HPA said, “2023 is a very meaningful year, marking the important milestone of the 50 th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan (1973-2023). I believe that the Fair in 2023, and those in the following years, will continue to make an important contribution to intensifying the cooperation relationship between Hanoi and AEON in particular and between Vietnam and Japan in general.” The event features about 70 booths and the participation of around 60 organisations and businesses from 20 provinces and cities. The key displays highlight over 1000 agricultural and processed products such as cordyceps, … [Read more...] about Hanoi Agriculture Fair 2023 opens at AEON Ha Dong
Ha Giang authorities investigate tourist sitting on border marker
The Ha Giang Provincial Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism is investigating a photo which showed a tourist sitting on an engraved stone marking Vietnams northern border at Lung Cu Flag Tower. The photo shows a tourist sitting on an engraved stone marking Vietnams northern border at Lung Cu Flag Tower. The photo which featured a group of tourists posing beside the Lung Cu Flag Tower and one of them sitting on an engraved marker was criticised by some people on social media. On June 8, a representative from the Department of Culture, Sports, and Tourism said that they were going to ‘have a meeting’ with the tourist. Speaking with Dantri/Dtinews, Ha Giang Provincial Association of Tourism chairman Lai Quoc Tinh said that it looked like the visitor hadn't known much about the site while the tour guide didn't notice the pictures being taken. "We'll set up a team to work with all travel companies that are providing tours to the Lung Cu Flag Tower to … [Read more...] about Ha Giang authorities investigate tourist sitting on border marker
Australia, Vietnam strengthen parliamentary cooperation
Australian Ambassador Andrew Goledzinowski has just hosted a working dinner with members of the Australia-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group at the Australian Embassy in Vietnam, marking the collaboration between the two parliaments on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Australia-Vietnam diplomatic relations. Hoang Thanh Tung, Head of the Australia-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Group and Chair of the National Assembly Committee for Legal Affairs, with Australia's Ambassador Andrew Goledzinowski and Agriculture Counsellor, Tony Harman. The event took place during an intense period of high-level exchanges between both countries, including visits by Australia’s PM Anthony Albanese MP to Vietnam on June 3-4 and by Australia’s Governor-General David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) in April. Ambassador Goledzinowski said the high-level visits reflected the significant strategic trust and close friendship between the two countries, which had been fostered over the last 50 … [Read more...] about Australia, Vietnam strengthen parliamentary cooperation
Vietnam looks to reinforce ties with UK, Hong Kong, Lithuania
Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son (R) meets with British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly in Paris on June 7. (Photo: VNA) Paris (VNA) – Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son met with the UK’s Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of China’s Hong Kong Algernon Yau Ying-wah, and Foreign Minister of Lithuania Gabrielius Landsbergis in Paris on June 7. The meetings took place on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting 2023. Talking to British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, Minister Son expressed his delight at the progress in the two countries’ relations in multiple spheres, and suggested both sides increase mutual visits at all levels. He called on the British Government to continue financial and technological support, and assist Vietnam with capacity building within the framework of the Just Energy Transition Partnership to help the country realise the commitments announced at the 26th UN Climate Change … [Read more...] about Vietnam looks to reinforce ties with UK, Hong Kong, Lithuania