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Vietnamese Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Dang Quoc Khanh (second from left) and other delegates to the third P4G Summit in Bogota, Colombia. (Source: Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment ) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam has attended the third Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit in Bogota, Colombia, and received the right to host the fourth summit in 2025. Addressing the third summit, held on September 22 - 23, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Dang Quoc Khanh thanked other P4G members for supporting Vietnam to host the next event. He affirmed that Vietnam will exert all-out efforts and hopes to receive experience and assistance from Colombia and other countries so that it can fulfill its role. Vietnam will work to ensure the next summit’s agenda matches the P4G countries’ priorities and global concerns, including food security and poverty reduction, management and sustainable use of cross-border water … [Read more...] about Vietnam to host fourth P4G Summit in 2025

Chairman of the Laos-Vietnam Friendship Association Boviengkham Vongdara. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - The "bamboo diplomacy" is a flexible and steadfast foreign policy, which is resilient and determined but not rigid, and is imbued with Vietnam ese identity, said Chairman of the Laos-Vietnam Friendship Association Boviengkham Vongdara. In a recent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency's resident correspondents in Vientiane, Prof. Dr. Vongdara, who is also Lao Minister of Technology and Communications, stressed that Vietnam's foreign policy is implemented in accordance with the noble thoughts and ideals of President Ho Chi Minh. As the first Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, he delivered these ideals in the lesson “firm in principle, myriad in applications”. Since the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam until now, the Party and State of Vietnam have always been steadfast in the above-mentioned diplomatic policy. This has … [Read more...] about Lao official praises Vietnam’s bamboo diplomacy

Nguyen Quoc Ky, chairman of Vietravel, extended thanks to the various Vietnamese representative agencies operating abroad for their efforts to organise cultural exchange schemes and provide assistance to introduce Vietnamese tourism to prospective travelers in other countries. Ky went on to express his hope that the Vietnamese ambassadors and consul generals will continue to stand alongside travel firms to introduce the quintessential nature of Vietnamese culture, whilst elevating the nation’s image among international partners. The ambassadors participated in a meeting alongside relevant ministries and business representatives in order to gain greater insights into their needs as a means of strengthening connectivity, attracting further investment, and accelerating international integration in relation to the country’s socio-economic development. … [Read more...] about Vietnam steps up tourism promotion activities abroad

JAKARTA/HANOI -- Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) discussions on the early retirement of coal-fired power plants in Indonesia may have hit a snag as a local official said on Monday that western countries are not ready to finance such projects. JETP, a financing scheme made up of equity investments, grants and concessionary loans from members of Group of Seven (G7), multilateral banks and private lenders, is aimed at helping developing nations accelerate their shift towards cleaner energy sources in the power sector and cut reliance on dirty fuel such as coal. South Africa was the first country to reach a deal under the JETP, securing a $8.5 billion financing pledge in 2021. Indonesia secured $20 billion and Vietnam $15.5 billion in deals struck in late 2022. Here's an update of JETP's progress in Indonesia and Vietnam. Indonesia Indonesia had planned to announce in August its investment plan for the funds pledged under JETP, but it has since delayed the … [Read more...] about Indonesia, Vietnam energy transition financing under JETP

President Vo Van Thuong meets with representatives of the Vu A Dinh Scholarship Fund and the “For the Beloved Hoang Sa and Truong Sa” Club. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - President Vo Van Thuong praised tireless efforts made by members of the Vu A Dinh Scholarship Fund and the “For the Beloved Hoang Sa and Truong Sa” Club to maintain operations for many years when he meet with their representatives in Hanoi on  September 26. Former Vice President Truong My Hoa, Chairwoman of the Vu A Dinh Scholarship Fund , and 100 delegates who are members of the fund and the club, donors, and outstanding students who were presented with the Vu A Dinh scholarships attended the event. President Thuong expressed his joy at the practical and meaningful results of the fund and the club over the years, saying that the organisations’ practical programmes and projects have shown responsibility for the country and beloved students. He underlined the need to continue maintaining the activities of … [Read more...] about President meets with representatives of scholarship fund, club for islands

The administration of Tan Phu District in Ho Chi Minh City on Monday pulled down a house that had occupied the intersection between three streets for 10 years. Following the district’s encouragement, the owner of the house at the intersection of Au Co, Luy Ban Bich, and Ba Van Streets agreed to hand over the property to the district for demolition, Nguyen Quoc Binh, vice-chairman of the Tan Phu District People’s Committee, told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper the same day. After dismantling the house, the district will revitalize the area, Binh added. The administration of Tan Phu District in Ho Chi Minh City demolishes the house at the intersection of three streets. The house, measuring some 30 square meters, was still located at the intersection after a project to expand Luy Ban Bich Street was completed in 2014. It not only limited road users’ visibility but also caused traffic jams in the area. In 2017, the house owner was offered a land lot in Tay Thanh Ward, Tan … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City district dismantles house occupying intersection for decade

At the panel discussion, entitled “Promoting Nature Positive Business and Green Growth through Practicing ESG in Businesses,” held as part of the 2023 Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum in Hanoi on August 23. (Photo: VietnamPlus) Hanoi (VNA) - Transitioning to a sustainable business model with reduced carbon emissions is the optimal solution for companies facing environmental protection challenges and climate change adaptation. This requires businesses to innovate through smart solutions and efficient resource utilisation. This was a topic of discussion at the 2023 Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum (VCSF) held in Hanoi on August 23, one of the most important dialogues between the Vietnamese government and business community to promote sustainable development. Themed “Global Green Race: From Strategy to Execution of Sustainable Business,” the annual event that began in 2014 was co-organised by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the … [Read more...] about Firms ready to switch to low-carbon economic model

Print has been the mainstay, but times change and so must the press. Photo: Le Toan Since taking a role as an economic counsellor at the Indonesian Embassy to Vietnam a few years ago, Ance Maylany Napitupulu has considered the local media a reliable source of information for her work. “I’m quite impressed by what Vietnam Investment Review has been doing in conveying information via in-depth stories on both online and print newspapers, and especially in organising events,” Napitupulu said. Napitupulu attended VIR ’s conference themed “Stronger Investment Partnerships for a Thriving Vietnam” in May, where she had an opportunity to establish relations with experts. This was the second time that Napitupulu had participated in such large-scale events led by VIR , which she said is becoming a professional event organiser besides its well-established expertise in the Vietnamese press. “I hope to have another opportunity to attend VIR events as they will provide me with new … [Read more...] about Evolving demands and trends dictate VIR‘s future

Vietnamese PM Pham Minh Chinh (R) and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva meet in Brasilia on September 25. (Photo: VNA) Brasilia (VNA) – Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Brazil ian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva held talks in Brasilia on September 25 (Brazil time) as part of the Vietnamese leader’s official visit to the South American country. Welcoming PM Chinh and the high-ranking delegation of Vietnam, the Brazilian President expressed his belief that the visit will help develop the two countries’ traditional friendship and sound cooperation to a new height, thus actively contributing to peace, stability, and development in the two regions and the world. PM Chinh voiced his delight at the growing Vietnam - Brazil relations and stressed that Vietnam attaches importance to the ties with Brazil, one of its leading partners in Latin America. The two leaders noted with satisfaction that bilateral relations have been flourishing and becoming … [Read more...] about Vietnamese PM, Brazilian President discuss measures for augmenting ties

The mega container ship M/V OOCL SPAIN enters the Gemalink port, which is part of the Cai Mep-Thi Vai port complex in Phu My town, Ba Ria-Vung Tau province. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The development of a free trade zone in Ba Ria-Vung Tau with link to local seaports is expected to provide the southern province with opportunities to increase its attractiveness to foreign investors and to access technical assistance from partners in borderless trade. In the most common understanding, a free trade zone is a geographical area within a country or a territory where import and export taxes and trade management measures are not applied. If effectively implemented early, this solution will not only allow Ba Ria-Vung Tau to efficiently utilise its potential and opportunities in the new context but also create a ripple effect for the entire Southeastern region, Director of the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) Tran Thi Hong Minh assessed at a logistics development … [Read more...] about Ba Ria-Vung Tau sees breakthrough opportunities with model of seaport-linked free trade zone