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In an interview recently granted to Vietnam News Agency correspondents in Seoul, the Republic of Korea (RoK) Linh, who is also a member of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee, said the Congress is a significant political event that will encourage the entire Party, people and armed forces to continue speeding up comprehensive and synchronous reform, carrying the country towards rapid and sustainable development. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS JANUARY 25

According to Do Huu Hao, chairman of the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology, the country’s industrial sector has the potential to save up to 20 per cent energy, while civil construction and transportation could reach over 30 per cent. “The essence of energy saving is technological innovation and productivity improvement, so the application of new technologies to improve energy efficiency is essential,” Hao said, further suggesting that the government should propose specific activities to support businesses to invest in energy-efficient solutions and advanced technology. … [Read more...] about New strategies essential for nation’s energy-saving goals

A representative of the Foreign Investment Agency under the Ministry of Planning and Investment said despite its high potential, the agricultural sector with its existing shortcomings of fragmented and small-scale production is not attractive enough to lure high-quality FDI. “In fact, investors in the agricultural sector face numerous risks, including bad weather, natural disasters or diseases,” he noted. … [Read more...] about Needed: A proper strategy to attract FDI in agriculture

The two fishing boats owned by Duong Teo from Nha Trang City caught over five tonnes of tuna. Teo said this was the first bountiful catch after several losses. The tuna prices also increased by VND10,000 (USD43 US cents) per kilo to VND90,00-VND115,000. "After this catch, I'll see a profit of over VND300m (USD12,900)," he said. Tran Chung, the captain of another fishing boat said up to 40% of the boats that went out to the sea this time had good catches and would make significant profits. "During this time, the tuna often appear near the Spratly and Paracel islands and the DK1 rigs. We were able to catch over one tonne of tuna this time and probably earn VND40m (USD1,700) to VND50m," he said. Both the amount of fish and the fish quality have greatly improved compared to recent months so the tuna prices have marginally increased. According to the management board of Hon Ro Port, tens of fishing boats went to sea in the past months leading up to Tet and brought back good … [Read more...] about Khanh Hoa fishermen enjoy bountiful catches before Tet

The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang is not only well recognized for its breathtaking beach views and resorts but also for its bountiful supply of seafood. It has five major fishing ports with a total of around 10,000 fishing vessels over six meters long. Nearly half of those vessels are big enough for offshore fishing. … [Read more...] about Busy year-end fish market at Phu Quoc port