Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrives to address the 78th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City on September 19, 2023. Photo by AFP Zelensky is set to hold talks with President Joe Biden on his second visit to the U.S. during the Russian invasion. Russia hit cities across Ukraine with a barrage of missiles ahead of the talks. "Today there are important negotiations in Washington. Air defense for Ukraine is among the top issues," Zelensky said on Telegram as he arrived from New York. "More air defense, more support for Ukrainian soldiers on the front lines." Zelensky slammed Moscow's "massive" overnight attack that killed several people in the southern city of Kherson and wounded many in various regions. "Most of the missiles were shot down. But only the majority. Not all," Zelensky said. He thanked those countries that had "provided Ukraine with anti-missile systems. "We are working to completely rid Russia of its terrorist … [Read more...] about Zelensky arrives in Washington, says air defence aid ‘top issue’
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Successful hosting of CEPPP affirms Vietnam’s responsibility in UN peacekeeping operations: Officer
Military medical workers practice resuscitating injured engineers while performing the task of clearing bombs, mines and explosives at refugee camps. (Photo: qdnd.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – The hosting of the Competency Evaluation Programme for Prospective United Nations Peacekeepers (CEPPP), an activity under the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting Plus ( ADMM-Plus ) Experts’ Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations (PKO-EWG) Cycle 4, aimed to continue affirming the role and responsibility of Vietnam in preparing for and joining UN peacekeeping missions, according to Sen. Lieut. Gen Phung Si Tan, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA). The officer said that the programme was a chance for Vietnam, together with Japan, the co-host of the activity, as well as other ADMM-Plus members to enhance their capacity, coordination and cooperation in the preparations and participation in UN peacekeeping missions . The programme has offered a chance for Vietnam to … [Read more...] about Successful hosting of CEPPP affirms Vietnam’s responsibility in UN peacekeeping operations: Officer
Vietnam, Japan go together, head to future, reach out to world
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and his Japanese counterpart Kishida Fumio. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The year 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam - Japan diplomatic relations (September 21, 1973 - September 21, 2023). During the past 50 years, the relations between the two countries have been strengthening and developing in fields. They have become important partners of each other, sharing strategic interests. The bilateral relationship framework has continually been heightened, from a "trusted, long-term stable partnership" (2002) to “Towards a strategic partnership for peace and prosperity in Asia" (2006), then to a "strategic partnership for peace and prosperity in Asia" (2009), and ultimately an "extensive strategic partnership for peace and prosperity in Asia" (2014). The two countries often exchange high-level delegations and convene meetings on the sidelines of international and regional conferences, thereby strengthening … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Japan go together, head to future, reach out to world
Vietnam becomes one of first nations to sign High Seas Treaty
Signing the agreement signaled that Vietnam is an active and responsible member of the international community. Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son signed the United Nations Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (The High Seas Treaty) on September 20, making Vietnam one of the first countries to join the internationally legally binding instrument under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son signs the United Nations' Treaty of the High Seas. Photo: VNA As part of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's working trip to the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week, the signing of the treaty conveyed the message that Vietnam is a positive and responsible member of the international community and that the country is committed to joining hands with countries to address global issues and contribute … [Read more...] about Vietnam becomes one of first nations to sign High Seas Treaty
Vietnamese province halts foreign firms’ partnerships with 328 farms over environmental issues
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment of Dong Nai Province, southern Vietnam has written to four foreign-invested firms asking them to suspend cooperation agreements with 328 livestock farms as these farms have no certificates of completion of environmental protection works. Previously, the department, in collaboration with relevant agencies and local authorities, conducted inspections to assess the adherence to legal requirements for environmental protection by nearly 10,000 livestock farms and poultry facilities in the province. The four-month comprehensive review of documents and on-site inspections resulted in the discovery of 328 pig and chicken farming operations across 10 out of 11 districts and cities, excluding Bien Hoa City, holding livestock farming contracts with four foreign-invested enterprises without the necessary environmental permits. Those foreign-invested enterprises consists of C.P. Vietnam Joint Stock Company, Japfa Comfeed Vietnam Co. Ltd., … [Read more...] about Vietnamese province halts foreign firms’ partnerships with 328 farms over environmental issues
Good news for Vietnam’s tra fish exports to U.S.
In early September, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) lowered anti-dumping duties on frozen tra fish filets from Vietnam following its latest preliminary conclusion. The Federal Register, the daily journal of the U.S. government, published the preliminary results of the 19th anti-dumping duty administrative review (POR19) by DOC on Vietnam’s frozen tra fish filets exported to the U.S. in the August 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022 period. Accordingly, the U.S. authority determined that two Vietnamese companies, Vinh Hoan Corporation and Can Tho Import Export Seafood Joint Stock Company (Caseamex), which were selected for individual examination as mandatory respondents, will enjoy a tax rate of 0 USD per kilo and 0.14 USD per kilo, respectively. A rate of 0.14 USD per kilo will be applied to other companies including Cafatex Corporation, International Development and Investment Corporation, Loc Kim Chi Seafood Joint Stock Company, and Hung Vuong Corporation. The preliminary tax rate … [Read more...] about Good news for Vietnam’s tra fish exports to U.S.
NA Secretary General holds working session with Bangladeshi counterpart
At the working session (Photo: daibieunhandan) Dhaka (VNA) - Secretary General of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) and Chairman of its Office Bui Van Cuong held a working session with Secretary General of the Parliament of Bangladesh K.M. Abdus Salam in Dhaka on September 21. Cuong expressed his delight at convening the working session following the successful talks between NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury. The Vietnamese NA Office and the Parliament Secretariat of Bangladesh also signed the first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation. Salam spoke highly of the ongoing official visit by NA Chairman Hue, saying that it is the first by the head of Vietnam's legislative body to Bangladesh, marking a new milestone in the relationship between the two legislatures. Both officials stressed that the results of the talks and the two recently-signed MoUs will lay an important foundation for the two legislatures … [Read more...] about NA Secretary General holds working session with Bangladeshi counterpart
Good news for Vietnam’s tra fish exports to US
Illustrative photo (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s tra fish exports to the US is expecting a better outlook in the remaining months of this year after getting some good news. In early September, the US Department of Commerce (DOC) lowered anti-dumping duties on frozen tra fish filets from Vietnam following its latest preliminary conclusion. The Federal Register, the daily journal of the US government, published the preliminary results of the 19th anti-dumping duty administrative review (POR19) by DOC on Vietnam’s frozen tra fish filets exported to the US in the August 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022 period. Accordingly, the US authority determined that two Vietnamese companies, Vinh Hoan Corporation and Can Tho Import Export Seafood Joint Stock Company (Caseamex), which were selected for individual examination as mandatory respondents, will enjoy a tax rate of 0 USD per kilo and 0.14 USD per kilo, respectively. A rate of 0.14 USD per kilo will be applied to other … [Read more...] about Good news for Vietnam’s tra fish exports to US
Multiple open-end funds record positive performance in 9 months
The selection of stocks based on strict criteria and risk management for the investment portfolio becomes particularly important. Currently, assessing the valuation and growth potential of individual companies and stocks is much more important than looking at the overall market valuation. — VNA/VNS Photo Multiple open-end funds have reported significant profits since the beginning of 2023, although last year many suffered losses or low profits due to market declines. Good Profitability Rates Many open-end funds have recorded higher rates of return compared to the market average. Among them, the VinaCapital-VESAF Fund recorded the highest rate with a 37% increase in profits, followed by SSISCA with a nearly 36 per cent increase, VCBF-MGF with 35 per cent, DCDS 34.8 per cent, DCBC 28.7 per cent, while the benchmark VN-Index only 20 per cent. Nguyễn Hoài Phương, the Investment Director and Fund Manager of VinaCapital-VESAF, stated that in the early months of 2023, the portfolio … [Read more...] about Multiple open-end funds record positive performance in 9 months
Greening finance accelerates Vietnam’s SDG implementation
The banking sector assumes a vital role in introducing innovative financial instruments and suitable investment methodologies to enable Vietnam to achieve its net-zero emissions goal by 2050. The banking sector, as a key capital mobilization channel for the economy, is responsible for “greening” investment capital flows for Vietnam to ensure the goal of sustainable development. Overview of the conference. Source: SBV Vice Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam Pham Thanh Ha made the remarks at a conference themed “Greening the Financial Sector: Accelerating transition to a low-carbon economy in Vietnam” held today [September 21]. According to Ha, Vietnam has historically maintained very low greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In absolute terms, Vietnam's GHG emissions reached 364 million tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) in 2018, constituting a mere 0.8% of the world's total emissions. However, over the past two decades, the country has experienced the fastest … [Read more...] about Greening finance accelerates Vietnam’s SDG implementation