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The Deputy PM made the assertion while giving further explanation about some issues related to human resources amid the Fourth Industrial Revolution on June 6 afternoon, part of the question-and-answer session on labour, invalids, and social affairs at the ongoing fifth session of the 15th National Assembly. Ha held that it is necessary to review viewpoints and policies relevant to green growth and developing human resources for such sectors as education - training and science - technology. Those issues are closely linked with the development of human resources, one of the three targeted strategic breakthroughs stated in the 13th National Party Congress’s resolution. The Deputy PM also stressed the importance of enterprises’ research and development (R&D) activities to the economy, noting that the Party and State have paid great attention to this as seen in the establishment of science and technology development funds. However, Vietnam has yet to record substantial improvement … [Read more...] about High-quality human resources crucial to national development in new trend: Deputy Prime Minister

Two waste-to-energy projects in Ho Chi Minh City have yet to be completed although work on them started in 2019 and they were expected to treat thousands of metric tons of garbage starting in 2020. The projects are funded by Vietstar Joint Stock Company and Tam Sinh Nghia Investment - Development Joint Stock Company in the Tay Bac Solid Waste Treatment Complex in Cu Chi District. The waste volume in the city increases annually, while burying waste is out-of-date and causes environmental pollution. As a result, Ho Chi Minh City needs to accelerate and put into operation waste-to-energy projects. Vietstar Joint Stock Company has completed the installation and operation of three waste sorting lines, constructed a 27-meter-wide road leading to the plant, leveled a construction site measuring 45,000 square meters, and signed contracts and made deposits for main equipment imports, Ngo Nhu Hung Viet, general director of the company, told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper. However, the … [Read more...] about 2 waste-to-energy projects in Ho Chi Minh City at standstill after 4 years

Stemming from Resolution No.90/CP in August 1997 on the direction and policy of promoting private engagement in educational, medical, and cultural activities, Vietnam has a proud history of crafting policy on the nation’s health. They include legislation on development of non-public service providers, as well as encouraging private investment in education, vocational training, sports, the environment, and lots more. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Van De - chairman of the Vietnam Private Hospital Association Over the past decade or two, these policies have been updated and amended in order to strengthen Vietnam’s framework in this area. These policies have created favourable conditions for localities to organise, apply, implement, and have clear and transparent mechanisms and policies, especially administrative reform in attracting investment for health projects. More importantly, we have attracted many resources, specifically from businesses and capable investors both at home … [Read more...] about Modern policy for private hospitals

Abbott and the Real Madrid Foundation announced the launch of the "Beat Malnutrition" campaign during Real Madrid's final match weekend of the 2022/2023 La Liga season. The new campaign empowers communities to help children reach their full potential through nutrition education and malnutrition screening, and furthers Abbott's partnership with Real Madrid to reduce global childhood malnutrition. As the Health Sciences and Nutrition Partner of Real Madrid Football Club and Global Partner of the Real Madrid Foundation, Abbott and the club are working together to tackle malnutrition through programmes at Real Madrid Foundation Social Sports Schools focused on education and malnutrition screening. Malnutrition affects 1 in 3 people around the world. In Vietnam, a report published by the Ministry of Health in 2021 shows that one in five children under five and around one in seven children from 5 to 19 years old suffer from malnutrition. It is also reported that micronutrient … [Read more...] about Abbott and Real Madrid team up to beat malnutrition

The continuing intense heat and effects of El Niño have increased the demand for electricity in many parts of the country. Due to a dearth of precipitation in the north, water levels in hydropower reservoirs are unusually low, which has had a significant impact on electricity supply. The MoIT is to implement the PM's directive to increase electricity conservation over the 2023–2025 period and subsequent years by concentrating on practical and effective solutions. These are to be to submitted to the PM for approval by June 8. For wind and solar power projects that have been constructed but do not yet satisfy the requirement for employing the feed-in tariff mechanism, it will be necessary to study and advise their handling according to the level of competence in which they are run. It will also be necessary to evaluate the legal framework governing electricity to provide guidance for investment in the power grid. The promotion of public-private partnerships is seen as essential by … [Read more...] about Prime Minister seeks electricity supply guarantees

In a dispatch sent to the Minister of Industry and Trade, the Chairperson of the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC), the Chairpersons of the People’s Committees of centrally-run cities and provinces, and leaders of Vietnam Electricity (EVN), Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam) and Vietnam National Coal and Mineral Industries Group (Vinacomin), the Prime Minister pointed to problems in power supply in the Northern region. He noted that the severe heat and impacts from El Nino phenomena have led to a surge in power demand, coupled with drought in many Northern localities causing extremely low water level in hydropower reservoirs, thus greatly affecting the supply of electricity in the dry season of 2023. Despite efforts of relevant parties, there are still factors negatively affecting the supply of electricity in the time to come, especially in the Northern region. Amid this situation, the Government leader asked the Ministry of Industry and Trade … [Read more...] about Prime Minister orders solutions to ensure power supply in dry season

Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The northern region is facing the risk of power shortage at almost every point of time each day, according to Tran Viet Hoa, head of the Electricity Regulatory Authority of Vietnam under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT). Hoa told the press on June 7 that as of June 6, most of the major hydroelectric reservoirs in the north, including Lai Chau, Son La, Tuyen Quang, Ban Chat, Hua Na and Thac Ba, had reached the “dead water level” or even below that. Only the Hoa Binh reservoir can ensure its plant to generate electricity until June 12-13, he said, adding that once its water level hits the “dead  point”, a total of 5,000MW or even up to 7,000MW would be lost in the region. As of June 6, the combined capacity of the hydroelectric plants stood at 3,110MW, only 23.7% of their designed capacity. Over the past time, thanks to efforts in supplying coal for thermal power plants, turbines have been running at full … [Read more...] about Northern region facing risk of daily power shortage: official

Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat take the floor at the session (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has emphasised the need to build mechanisms and policies to encourage firms’ investment in science and technology and promote the connection with domestic and foreign sci-tech research organisations and overseas investors. The top legislator made his recommendation while concluding the June 7 question-and-answer session on sci-tech matters of the ongoing 15th National Assembly’s fifth sitting in Hanoi. In his conclusion, Hue said of 92 deputies registered to question Minister of Science and Technology Huynh Thanh Dat , 32 delivered their queries within the course of the session. The NA Chairman asked the Government, Minister Dat, and other ministers involved to take into account comments of the deputies and drastically carry out measures to tackle the sector’s existing shortcomings. According to Hue, the … [Read more...] about Mechanism needed to encourage investment in sci-tech sector: top legislator

In a groundbreaking move, South Korean chip equipment giant Hanmi Semiconductor Co. has announced the introduction of its local arm, Hanmi Vietnam, according to newswire Kedglobal . Nestled in Bac Ninh, a city that doubles as the capital of Bac Ninh province, this subsidiary stands poised to revolutionise the semiconductor landscape. As Vietnam solidifies its reputation as a burgeoning production hub for global semiconductor behemoths, Hanmi Semiconductor's foray into the market could not be more timely. The company's CEO Kwak Dong-shin emphasised the company's commitment to providing tailored services to Vietnamese consumers through its local subsidiary and a team of expert sales and service engineers. Founded in 1980 to boost the development of South Korea's semiconductor-based industry, Hanmi Semiconductor has grown steadily into a world-class semiconductor manufacturer, and is now a leading designer, developer, and manufacturer in the semiconductor equipment industry. … [Read more...] about Hanmi Semiconductor spreads wings in Vietnam

Many cities have seized the opportunity to launch initiatives like Photo Hanoi'23 to promote the growth of culture and arts and to establish themselves as popular tourist destinations. More than 200 articles and programs have been published about the International Biennale Photo Hanoi'23. Over 170,000 visitors have participated in exhibitions and other activities. Social media posts have been viewed nearly 5 million times on PhotoHanoi networks alone, and 5,100 posts with #photohanoi hashtags have been sent on social media: Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok. These are the statistics announced by the French Ambassador to Vietnam, Nicolas Warnery, confirming the success of the first Photo Hanoi'23. Chance to explore local photography The French Ambassador expressed his pleasure at the warm reception Photo Hanoi'23 received from the community. He affirmed that the event contributes to the professionalization of the entire creative ecosystem and promotes the capital's economic … [Read more...] about Photo Hanoi’23 drives capital’s culture and art development