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Foreign NGOs are also ambassadors who help spread the image of Vietnam and the Vietnamese to the world. The Vietnamese Government has asked ministries, departments and localities to create the best conditions for foreign non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to operate effectively and stably, Deputy Foreign Minister Ha Kim Ngoc told a conference on September 28. As head of the Working Committee on Foreign NGOs, Deputy Minister Ngoc stressed that foreign NGO affairs are an important part of Vietnam's development and foreign policies. "The Vietnamese Government has been paying attention to foreign NGO affairs in order to perfect legal regulations and policies in this field. The promulgation of Decree No. 58 was part of these efforts," he said, adding that various activities have been carried out to disseminate and implement the decree. Ngoc noted that the conference was the first held by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to implement the decree. Deputy … [Read more...] about Vietnam creates best conditions for foreign NGOs

Deputy Foreign Minister Do Viet Hung speaks at the event. (Photo: nhandan.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – The ASEAN-Australia High-Level Dialogue on Climate Change and Energy Transition took place in Hanoi on September 29. The event co-organised by Vietnam, Australia, and Laos is within the framework of the implementation of the ASEAN-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, towards the 50th anniversary of ASEAN-Australia relations (2074-2023). Speaking at the dialogue, Deputy Foreign Minister Do Viet Hung said that Vietnam is committed to climate change response and calls for international partners’ support in this process. Vietnam is well aware of climate change impacts on sustainable development and people’s livelihoods, which is why at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in 2021, the country committed to bring emissions to net zero by 2050, he said. Vietnam and the International Partners Group have also adopted the Political Declaration on establishing the Just … [Read more...] about ASEAN-Australia high-level dialogue on climate change, energy transition takes place in Hanoi

According to a recent survey conducted by the Incheon International Airport Corporation from August 7 to August 24 regarding passenger opinions, Vietnam is chosen by 14.5% of the respondents, ranking second on the list of most favored international travel destinations for Chuseok. Japan topped the list with a rate of 28.2%. Vietnam also placed second among preferred travel destinations for those aged 20 and 30 (13.8% of respondents) and those aged 40 and 50 (12.8% of respondents). This year, for the first time, the South Korean government designated October 2 as a one-off temporary holiday, extending the length of the Chuseok holiday to six days. If employees use their annual leave, they can enjoy a free-from-work period of up to 12 days. According to the survey, 38.2% of respondents preferred longer trips of more than a week, an increase from the 30.3% rate for the summer vacation this year. The proportion of people intending to travel abroad was 9.3%, the highest since the … [Read more...] about Vietnam a popular destination for Koreans on Chuseok holiday: survey

Khoi Le, country director for Vietnam, Meta Clearly, these mega sales are here to stay as the Asia-Pacific region, including Vietnam, recorded the highest sales day participation rate last year. Meta’s Seasonal Holidays Study survey indicated that up to 71 per cent of Vietnamese shoppers shop early to get significant discounts and 65 per cent are driven to participate in mega sales by the low prices and discounts on offer, which demonstrates their caution and the importance of sales during the current economic uncertainty. 58 per cent of shoppers increased their spending during this year's Lunar New Year holiday, showing an increase in spending of approximately $30 (VND700,000) on-year. It’s interesting to note that shoppers in Asia-Pacific are still spending despite caution around the global economy, and they’re more open to discovering new products and services during the sales season. This means businesses will need to rely on supercharging discovery more than ever. Our … [Read more...] about Insights into Vietnam’s first AI-driven sales season

The Khau Vai Pass is a scenic canyon in the north of Meo Vac District, near the border of Ha Giang and Cao Bang provinces. It lies within the Khau Vai hydropower reservoir area, about 20 to 25 km from the town of Meo Vac. It is almost 300 km away from Hanoi and takes 8 to 9 hours to reach from the capital by car. Like the famous Tu San Alley at the foot of Ma Pi Leng Pass, which is one of the most magnificent canyons in Southeast Asia, the Khau Vai Alley has two towering cliffs and a green river flowing between them. Long, a tourist from Hanoi, said he was impressed by the cleanliness and the wild beauty of Khau Vai Alley. "But it's not as long or as spectacular as Tu San Alley," he added. He also mentioned that there is a spot of land within the canyon where visitors can camp and make their own food. This is a perfect place for those who like exploring, discovering and having a little privacy. … [Read more...] about Khau Vai pass: wild canyon in northern Vietnam

Vietnam-China relations have made substantial progress over the past decade, with numerous positive outcomes that benefit both countries and contribute to regional and global peace, stability, and development. Hanoi supports comprehensive relations with Beijing and Guangdong, especially in fields of trade–investment, healthcare, science and technology, and urban development. Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Dinh Tien Dung (l) and Chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Wang Huning (r). Photos: The Hanoi Times Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Dinh Tien Dung stressed the view during a meeting with the Chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Wang Huning on September 28. At the meeting, Dung expressed his delight at visiting China and Beijing again , where he witnessed significant progress and accomplishments made by the Chinese people. He extended warm congratulations to the Chairman of the … [Read more...] about Hanoi supports comprehensive relations with Beijing, Guangdong

Knowing this situation, the Quang Binh provincial Military Command promptly checked Infantry Regiment 996’s preparation in natural disaster prevention and control, as well as search and rescue work. Meanwhile, the provincial Border Guard Command has directed its units to strengthen forces in flood-hit areas and areas with high risk of landslides; enhanced information dissemination and fully prepared sufficient food and necessities for local people. In Ha Tinh province, many localities have experienced heavy flooding, especially Huong Khe district. More than 4,300 students are unable to go to school due to heavy rains and flooded roads. The Ha Tinh provincial Military Command has inspected natural disaster prevention work of Huong Khe and Vu Quang districts’ military commands while requiring its affiliated units to prepare 100 vehicles, nearly 15,000 life jackets, 50 generators, food, medicines, fresh water, and others for the locals. As of 18:00 on September 26, storms blew off … [Read more...] about MR4 armed forces brace for flood

On behalf of the Ministry of National Defense’s leadership, Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh, Deputy Director of the General Department of Political Affairs of the Vietnam People's Army, presided over the meeting. During the meeting, Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh personally inquired after, and on behalf of the Ministry of Defense, presented gifts to 65 national contributors from Kien Giang province who have contributed significantly to the national revolutionary cause. He also shared key highlights of the military's policy work and the gratitude movement that has taken place within the military recently. Addressing the meeting, Mr. Dang Hong Son, Director of the Kien Giang provincial  Department of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, expressed his thanks for the warm reception of the Ministry of National Defense. He held that in recent years, the Party Organization, authorities, armed forces, and people of Kien Giang have consistently overcome challenges and demonstrated … [Read more...] about Defense leader presents gifts to national contributors from Kien Giang

In Nghe An province, some districts of Quy Chau, Thanh Chuong, Con Cuong, Do Luong, Quy Hop and Ky Son suffered from heavy rains and flooding. Especially in Quy Chau district’s Tan Lac town, over 250 houses were flooded, causing severe damages to assets and properties. Hence, the Quy Chau district Military Command have sent 30 servicemen and vehicles to evacuate local people and their properties. Local militiamen are present at heavily-flooded roads to warn residents. According to Colonel Vuong Dinh Hanh, Political Commissar of the Ky Son district Military Command, his troops are supporting local people to move elderly, children and properties to higher places in Ta Ca commune, Ky Son district. In Ha Tinh province, over 40 troops of the Border Post of Cau Treo International Border Gate have rushed to flood affected areas to ensure smooth traffic and join hands with locals to surmount the aftermath. In Thanh Hoa province, local armed forces have worked with functional agencies … [Read more...] about Troops actively support flood-hit victims

After being briefed on Ministry of National Defense’s task performance in September and orientations for October, General Phan Van Giang praised the high responsibility and determination of leaders, commanders, officers and soldiers in the whole military in task accomplishment in September. Particularly, the whole military has strictly maintained combat readiness posture; closely followed situations to pro-actively make recommendations to higher levels to address circumstances in a timely and effective manner; coordinated with other forces to ensure political security, social order and safety in localities throughout the country. Meanwhile, units and agencies in the whole military have strictly controlled illegal border crossings; prevented illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing; effectively implemented natural disaster prevention and control, as well as search and rescue work; mobilized thousands of troops and militiamen and hundreds of vehicles to surmount the … [Read more...] about MND holds conference to review task performance in September