Nations along the Mekong River, including Vietnam, have agreed to join hands for the fair and sustainable use of water resources in the waterway. Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc participated in the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Summit in Siem Reap on Thursday. The summit also saw the attendance of the premiers of the four members of the MRC, namely Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam, along with high-ranking officials from China and Myanmar, the two dialogue countries of the MRC. Speaking at the event, PM Phuc stressed the challenges along the Mekong River, which can eventually result in the depletion of water resources, sediment and nutrients, and the degradation of the environment and ecosystem. The problem is even more serious in regions located along the downstream, namely Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, where prolonged droughts, saltwater intrusion, and subsidence are threatening the lives of over 20 million people. The premier asked the MRC to take measures … [Read more...] about Vietnam to strive for sustainable use of water resources in Mekong River
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Shares rise on foreign buying
A corner of Vinamilk (VNM) Tay Ninh dairy farm. VNM rose 1.2 per cent on Thursday. — Photo Vinamilk Local shares rose for a third day, buoyed by foreign trading and the positive performance of oil and bank stocks. On the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange, the VN-Index rose 0.44 per cent to close Thursday at 1,045.10 points. Market breadth was negative with 179 rising stocks and 195 losing ones. Nearly 431 million shares worth VND7.8 trillion (US$332 million) were traded on HCM City’s bourse. On HOSE, foreign investors were net buyers with a value of approximately VND336 billion. Vinhomes (VHM) was the strongest net bought with a value of VND89 billion. This is also the third session in a row that this real estate code has been purchased the most by foreign investors on HOSE. Hoa Phat Group (HPG) ranked next on the list with VND80 billion. Foreign investors also net bought Vinamilk (VNM) and SSI Securities Inc (SSI) with the value of VND68 billion and VND32 billion, … [Read more...] about Shares rise on foreign buying
Enhanced dengue prevention measures needed as cases rise
A dengue fever patient receives treatment. (Photo: suckhoedoisong.vn) Hanoi (VNA) - The Ministry of Health reports that the number of dengue fever cases across the nation has increased 2.3 times in the first two months of 2023 compared to the same period last year, with southern and central provinces being hit the hardest. In response to the growing crisis, the ministry has issued a directive to the people's committees of provinces and cities to implement preventative measures before the peak months of 2023. The directive urges localities to disseminate information on dengue fever and organise activities for the ASEAN Day of Dengue Prevention and Control. Additionally, relevant agencies and the medical sector have been assigned to carry out campaigns on environmental sanitation and larvae eradication, ensuring that households in epidemic and at-risk areas are regularly monitored for mosquito's breeding grounds such as water tanks and waste bins. To facilitate early … [Read more...] about Enhanced dengue prevention measures needed as cases rise
Muslim followers in Indonesia start Ramadan fasting month
Indonesian Muslims pray during the start of the holy month of Ramadan at the Baiturrahman Mosque in Banda Aceh, Aceh province, on May 5 (Photo: AFP/VNA) Jakarta (VNA) – Muslims in Indonesia began fasting for the Ramadan festive month on May 6. Minister of Religious Affairs Lukman Hakim Saifuddin said the ministry had received nine reports on sightings of the moon in 102 observation points across the country to decide the beginning day of the most holy month of the year for Muslims in Indonesia. This decision was also considered at a meeting with representatives from the Supreme Court, the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), the National Institute of Aeronautics and Space (LAPAN), the Geospatial Information Agency (BIG), and experts from Islamic organisations, according to the Minister. On May 5, Tarawih prayer ceremony was observed in all mosques before the start of the fasting month. Ahead of the festive month, the Indonesian government has … [Read more...] about Muslim followers in Indonesia start Ramadan fasting month
Localities crack on with IP construction
Last week the IPN5 facility was put into operation in the northern province of Hung Yen, with the total investment of $101 million and covering 192 hectares in the two districts of An Thi and Kim Dong. Tran Quoc Van, Chairman of Hung Yen People’s Committee, said, “This is a major provincial initiative that was executed swiftly, with the site cleared in just 15 months.” Capital flow is reaching industrial park development, but the balance is not uniform across regions, photo Le Toan The Hung Yen authorities anticipate that industrial park (IP) infrastructure like IPN5 will transform the land into a significant source of local income. Over a decade ago, the Red River Delta region specialised in wet rice cultivation. Now, however, it is attempting to increase investment and industrial growth. Although Hung Yen is merely 930 square kilometres, 16 IPs have already been planned. In the first two months of this year, the industrial property segment has witnessed dynamic … [Read more...] about Localities crack on with IP construction
Vietnam commits to cross-border water development goals: Deputy PM
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha speaks at the event (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Vietnam pledges to further enhance cooperation with international organisations and partners, especially countries within the Mekong River Commission (MRC) and Mekong-Lancang cooperation mechanism, to achieve sustainable cross-border water development goals, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has said. Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha meets President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon (Photo: VNA) Within the framework of the event, Deputy PM Ha met with President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and suggested both nations consider boosting cooperation in climate change adaptation and water resource management in the coming time. Deputy PM Tran Hong Ha and UNFPA Executive Director Natalia Kanem (Photo: VNA) In a meeting with Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Natalia Kanem, Ha suggested the fund offer continued support to build and launch social social welfare policies … [Read more...] about Vietnam commits to cross-border water development goals: Deputy PM
Vietnam stresses importance of ethical standards in handling water resources
Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has highlighted the need to establish a social ethical standard in relations and behaviours regarding water resources, especially transboundary water, in accordance with the principles of fairness, equality, rationality, and respect for the rights and interests of other countries in river basins. He made the call when addressing the opening session of the UN 2023 Water Conference in New York on March 22. Sharing concerns about the fact that nearly one-third of the world's population are living in countries with water stress or scarcity, the Deputy PM stressed that the water agenda should be given a prominent position in sustainable development, alongside climate change, socio-economic development and environmental development. He said a global science-based legal framework is needed to orient and coordinate the sustainable exploitation, use, and restoration of … [Read more...] about Vietnam stresses importance of ethical standards in handling water resources
Friendship sub-associations practically help with Italy – Vietnam ties: insider
Renato Darsie (R), Chairman of the Italy - Vietnam Friendship Sub-Association in Veneto , presents the right to use the Vietnamese cultural centre to a representative of Vietnamese students in May 2022. (Photo: VNA) Rome (VNA) – With multiple-year experiences, the Italy - Vietnam friendship sub-associations in regions of the European country can make practical contributions to the friendship and cooperation between the two countries by providing information on Vietnam to Italian people and businesses. So said Renato Darsie, Chairman of the Italy - Vietnam Friendship Sub-Association in the Veneto region, in an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency. He described the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relationship (March 23, 1973 - 2023) as an important milestone marking the growing friendship and political, economic, and cultural ties between the two countries. Bilateral relations over the last 50 years are those of solidarity and friendship across the board as … [Read more...] about Friendship sub-associations practically help with Italy – Vietnam ties: insider
Thailand’s automobile production up 6.39% in Feb
Car production plant in Chon Buri province of Thailand. (Photo: bangkokpost.com) Bangkok (VNA) - Automobile production in Thailand rose 6.39% in February from a year earlier to 165,612 units, as a shortage of microchips eased and export increased, the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) reported. Spokesperson for FTI’s automotive industry division Surapong Paisitpattanapong said export climbed 11.42% in February from a year earlier, after January’s 24.28% rise. Domestic sales, however, dropped 3.94% in February from a year earlier, after January’s 5.58% fall, due to an unexpected sharp decrease in truck sales, he said. In January, automobile production rose 4.02% year-on-year. Thailand is a regional vehicle production and export base for some of the world’s top carmakers, including Toyota and Honda./. VNA … [Read more...] about Thailand’s automobile production up 6.39% in Feb
Election campaigns may create 3.5 billion USD for Thai economy
A street in Bangkok capital of Thailand. (Photo: AP) Bangkok (VNA) - Election campaigns are forecast to generate up to 120 billion THB (3.5 billion USD) for the economy of Thailand, said the Centre for Economic and Business Forecasting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce . The centre’s director Thanawat Polvichai said political parties are going into full gear with campaigning for votes after the election date was set for May 14 by the Election Commission. The 120 billion THB generated while campaigning will push Thailand ’s GDP up by 4% in the second quarter, he said, adding that the Thai economy is expected to grow by 3-4% this year. However, rising production costs and inflation can affect the business sector’s profits and liquidity though the economy is believed to pick up in the second half of this year, according to Thanawat./. VNA … [Read more...] about Election campaigns may create 3.5 billion USD for Thai economy