Vietnam ese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet. (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet attended the 16th Ministerial Meeting of the Global Governance Group (3G) held on the sidelines of the high-level week of the 78th United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 20 (local time). The meeting, chaired by the Singaporean Minister of Foreign Affairs, was attended by representatives of the Troika of the Group of Twenty (G20) (previous, current and incoming Presidencies), as represented by Indonesia, India, and Brazil, and 30 member states of the 3G. Participants emphasised cooperation priorities in the coming time, including promoting the role of multilateralism and international solidarity in association with more equal and effective reform of global governance mechanisms, creating new driving forces to implement the sustainable development goals (SDG) on time, and enhancing strategic cooperation … [Read more...] about Vietnam attends 16th Ministerial Meeting of Global Governance Group
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Vietnamese PM meets global leaders in New York
PM Pham Minh Chinh (R) meets with First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel in New York on September 20. (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with global leaders in New York on September 20 afternoon (local time), on the sidelines of the high-level week of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly . Talking to First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of Cuba Miguel Diaz-Canel, PM Chinh affirmed that the Party, State, Government, National Assembly, and people of Vietnam never forget Cuba’s wholehearted assistance for Vietnam’s struggle for national liberation, always treasure and stay determined to further intensify the traditional solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries, and support the just revolutionary cause of the Cuban people. He underlined Vietnam’s consistent stance of not supporting but demanding the unilateral sanctions against Cuba … [Read more...] about Vietnamese PM meets global leaders in New York
Thailand to borrow over 66 billion USD for fiscal year 2024
Illustrative image (Photo: www.investing.com) Hanoi (VNA) - The Thai government plans to borrow about 2.4 trillion THB (nearly 66.65 billion USD) for the 2024 fiscal year starting October 1, up about 9% from the current year, according to market sources briefed by the Ministry of Finance. More than 700 billion THB of the total will be fresh borrow ing to finance the budget deficit, and about 1.7 trillion THB will be earmarked for refinancing and restructuring existing debts . About half of the funding sought will be raised through government bond sales, while the rest will be financed via treasury bills, savings bonds, bond switches and promissory notes. The government plans to sell up to 272 billion THB of government bonds in the last quarter of this year. The new cabinet of Thailand approved higher budget spending of 3.48 trillion THB for fiscal year 2024, along with a larger budget deficit of 693 billion THB, to revive the economy. According to Thai … [Read more...] about Thailand to borrow over 66 billion USD for fiscal year 2024
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
PM meets US Treasury Secretary, leaders of economic groups
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen . (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in New York on September 20 (local time) to discuss cooperation between Vietnam and the US in economy and finance, and to share views on other issues of shared concern. The meeting took place as part of the Vietnamese leader’s trip to the US for the high-level week of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, and bilateral activities in the country. Chinh affirmed that Vietnam considers the US a leading important partner, and stands ready to work together with the country to promote the bilateral relationship intensively, extensively, stably, and practically. Vietnam also regards cooperation in economy, finance, trade and investment as a priority of the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership, and highly valued substantive contributions by Yellen and the US Department of the … [Read more...] about PM meets US Treasury Secretary, leaders of economic groups
Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day 2023 opens
All Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day 2023 (AI4VN 2023) events take place at Riverside Palace in District 4 this year, including four main activities: the AI Summit, the AI Workshop, the AI Expo, and the CTO Summit 2023, which will select and honor the company with "the best technology environment in Vietnam." With the theme "Artificial Intelligence Empowering Life," the main session of the AI Summit 2023, which opens on Friday, has attracted thousands of registrations from AI-interested communities. Technology demonstration booths at Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day 2023 (AI4VN 2023) opened on the afternoon of September 21, attracting droves of AI lovers. Photo by VnExpress/Quynh Tran The session will open at 8:30 a.m. and will be reported online by VnExpress . The event is expected to draw the participation of government leaders, ministries, large corporations, scientists, and members of the community interested in technology development and AI applications. … [Read more...] about Vietnam Artificial Intelligence Day 2023 opens
Seminar shares international experiences in building smart cities
VASS President Dr. Phan Chi Hieu stressed that the building of smart urban areas is expected to bolster innovation and start-up, create jobs for young people, narrow income gap and promote digital economy. Besides, smart urban areas also aims to fully tap green energy sources, applies science to optimize resources while stepping up sustainable production and consumption. At COP26, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh pledged to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, he said, adding that the government, ministries, sectors and localities have carried out action programs on green energy transition, carbon emission reduction and green growth. LASES President Dr. Sonethanou Thammavong shared that Laos has many projects on developing smart cities, digital transition and sustainable green growth to cope with climate change. Smart urban development needs to focus on human, particularly improving the life quality of people, he stressed. Meanwhile, RAC President … [Read more...] about Seminar shares international experiences in building smart cities
President Joe Biden highlights Vietnam – U.S. relations at U.N. General Assembly
“For decades, it would have been unthinkable for an American President to stand in Hanoi alongside a Vietnamese leader and announce a mutual commitment to the highest level of countries partnership,” he said at the high-level debate themed “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all,” referring to his Vietnam visit earlier this month. “With a concerted leadership and careful effort, adversaries can become partners, overwhelming challenges can be resolved, and deep wounds can heal,” the leader continued. Through this example, Biden affirmed that the U.S. stands ready to cooperate with countries to address disputes and that the U.S. commits to promoting multilateralism to settle global challenges. Addressing the debate, U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres called on countries to enhance dialogues, promote multilateralism, and reform … [Read more...] about President Joe Biden highlights Vietnam – U.S. relations at U.N. General Assembly
Winners of Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge 2023 announced
RYNAN Technologies JSC wins the first prize in the Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge 2023 for its smart insect monitoring system. — Photo courtesy of the organiser Qualcomm Technologies Inc, a subsidiary of Qualcomm Inc, has announced the top three winners of the third season of the Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge (QVIC). RYNAN Technologies JSC, which designs and makes a smart insect monitoring system, won first prize. XB Technology Company Limited won second prize with its drone delivery based on cellular connectivity, and Benkon Corp, with its energy saving solution for air conditioners, won third prize. They won cash prizes of US$100,000, $75,000 and $50,000, respectively. QVIC 2023 attracted the participation of 141 companies around the country, which was the highest number of applicants in the programme's history. A jury of experts chose 10 shortlisted companies in February this year based on unique innovation, technology differentiation and localisation, … [Read more...] about Winners of Qualcomm Vietnam Innovation Challenge 2023 announced
President Joe Biden highlights Vietnam-US relations at UN General Assembly
At the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly . (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – US President Joe Biden highlighted the relations between Vietnam and the US in his speech at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 19. “For decades, it would have been unthinkable for an American President to stand in Hanoi alongside a Vietnamese leader and announce a mutual commitment to the highest level of countries partnership,” he said at the high-level debate themed “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all,” referring to his Vietnam visit earlier this month. US President Joe Biden . (Photo: VNA) “With a concerted leadership and careful effort, adversaries can become partners, overwhelming challenges can be resolved, and deep wounds can heal,” the leader continued. … [Read more...] about President Joe Biden highlights Vietnam-US relations at UN General Assembly