Respiratory disease management

Bangkok (VNA) - The Thai government has advised people to wear masks when going out and consider working from home on February 2 and 3 to avoid PM2.5 fine dust pollution, which is currently at a dangerously high level. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts PM2.5 levels will rise across much of the country on the two days as the fine-dust pollution accumulates in stagnant air. PM2.5 has been linked with heart and lung diseases as well as cancer. According to government spokesman Anucha Burapachaisri , Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is concerned about people’s health, especially those of vulnerable groups, and advises them to wear sanitary or N95 masks when leaving the house, and to avoid prolonged outdoor activities. The PM also urged government agencies and businesses to consider a work-from-home approach to reduce air pollution from traffic. Anucha said those with chronic health problems or respiratory symptoms should consult a doctor before doing outdoor … [Read more...] about Thailand warns of dangerous fine-dust pollution

Vietnam's real estate market continues to show strong appeal to foreign investors despite global economic difficulties. The foreign direct investment (FDI) into Vietnam’s real estate market in 2022 rose by over 70% yearly to US$4.45 billion, focusing on industrial and large-scale commercial projects, according to the Ministry of Construction (MoC). Real estate projects in Hanoi. File photo The MIC’s report suggested that real estate stands second among sectors with the highest FDI attraction in 2022, which showcases “the strong appeal of the market to foreign investors amid a difficult global economic environment.” Neil MacGregor, Managing Director of Savills Vietnam, echoed this view by saying foreign investors remain attracted to Vietnam, especially in production, retail, logistics, and real estate. He expected the attention from foreign investors would help the local real estate accelerate the recovery process this year. Regarding this sentiment, HSBC … [Read more...] about FDI to Vietnam’s real estate rises by over 70% in 2022

During the visit, Senior Lieutenant General Vu Hai San checked accommodation and logistic supplies of the unit for new recruits while touring gardens and breeding grounds of Regiment 102 of the division. At the working session with Division 308, the unit’s Commanding Officer Colonel Nguyen Hai Anh briefed the delegation on its preparations for the 2023 recruitment drive. Accordingly, the division has built combat training plan for the first stage, launched refresher courses for commanding officers at all levels, directed affiliates to reinforce training grounds and prepared adequate facilities for the mission. In addition, the division has paid much attention to ensure logistical supply for new recruits, built plans to give them health check-ups, and more. Speaking at the event, Senior Lieutenant General Vu Hai San praised the division’s efforts in preparing for the tasks. He required the unit’s leadership to continue embracing higher levels’ instructions and directives on new … [Read more...] about Defense leader checks Division 308’s preparations for welcoming new recruits

In January, an estimated 27 trillion VND from the State budget was disbursed, including 4.2 trillion VND managed by the State, or 3.1% of the annual plan and up 15.7% compared to the same period last year. The remainder was managed by local authorities, equivalent to 4.2% of the annual plan and marking a rise of 1.2% over the corresponding period of 2022. The total capital investment plan for 2022 from the state budget approved by the National Assembly was over 580 trillion VND, including more than 276 trillion VND from the State and the remaining from localities. By December 31 last year, the disbursement of the investment plan from the state budget was estimated at over 435.6 trillion VND, or 75.11% of the plan assigned by the Prime Minister, lower than the 77.3% recorded in the same period of 2021, yet the absolute figure of the disbursement in 2022 was more than 79 trillion VND higher than the same period of 2021, according to the Finance Ministry. Of the figure, over 424 … [Read more...] about Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City record highest disbursement of public investment capital in January

The country is forecast to be the second-fastest growing economy in Asia-Pacific this year. Vietnam would continue to prioritize macroeconomic stability and containing inflation in anticipation of greater challenges from both domestic and international fronts in 2023. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the meeting. Photos: VGP Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh gave the remarks during a monthly Government meeting today [February 2]. According to Chinh, Vietnam’s socioeconomic performance in January has been positive with strong results in all fields and sectors, especially in industries, agriculture, and tourism. The World Bank in its latest global economic outlook report forecast Vietnam’s GDP in 2023 at 6.3% year on year, down 0.2% from the previous assessment, but still the second highest in Asia-Pacific. In addition to economic development, the authorities have taken measures to ensure social welfare and provided financial support for 25 million eligible … [Read more...] about Vietnam prioritizes macroeconomic stability in 2023: PM

The Lieu Quan Buddhist Cultural Center  in Hue City Hundreds of monks, nuns and Buddhists as well as pilgrims have travelled to the Dieu Quang Pagoda in the central province of Khanh Hoa 's Nha Trang City to view 38 Buddhist sarira on display. Said to be the crystallised remains from the cremated Buddha's physical body, Buddha sarina were placed in small glass-towers for worshipping. The artefacts are now in Phu Yen Province , and will be displayed in Ha Noi and HCM City before returning to India . The display is being held to celebrate the Lord Buddha's Birthday in the Year of the Buddhist Calendar 2550. Within the framework of the Buddhist Culture Week 2010 at the Lieu Quan Buddhism Culture Centre in the central city of Hue , the managing committee of Thua Thien-Hue Province Buddhist Church held a celebration to light seven of giant lotus-shaped lanterns anchored in the Huong River on Friday. … [Read more...] about Buddhist artifacts make nationwide tour

Tran is currently the assurance leader for PwC Vietnam, a role he has played since 2019. He has over 26 years experience in auditing, accounting and management through construction and real estate, manufacturing and services, hospitality as well as the entire sale and retail industry. Mai Viet Hung Tran Tran’s core expertise lies in assurance, International Financial Reporting Standards and Vietnamese Accounting Standards. Under his leadership, the assurance practice has grown significantly and built up a portfolio of audit clients, including many local companies and multinational corporations. "We are pleased to announce Tran’s appointment and are confident that under his leadership, the firm will continue to grow and deliver on our client and people's expectations. It has been a fulfilling experience leading the firm since 2011, growing our multidisciplinary practice, developing new capabilities and most importantly, driving efforts to make PwC a better place to work … [Read more...] about PwC Vietnam appoints Mai Viet Hung Tran as general director

ChatGPT and AI is set to boom in Vietnam In the early days of 2023, ChatGPT released by OpenAI is becoming popular all over the world. ChatGPT is a chatbot providing solutions to complex problems directly like composing essays, coding, and drafting business proposals. Within a few seconds after entering keywords, ChatGPT will provide text, images, audio, and other entertainment media in excellent quality. Just a few weeks after launching, this “super AI” has reached over 10 million users and has rapid growth. This success helps OpenAI negotiate an investment agreement worth $30 billion, more than double its valuation in 2021. After investing $1 billion in ChatGPT in 2019, Microsoft is planning to invest another $10 billion in exchange for 49 per cent of OpenAI's stake. This tech giant is considering integrating ChatGPT into Word, Powerpoint, Outlook, and even the Bing search engine to compete for market share with Google Search. Eric Boyd, CVP of AI Platform at Microsoft, … [Read more...] about ChatGPT and AI booms in Vietnam

A sudden gas cylinder explosion occurred on a ship which was being repaired in the northern province of Quang Ninh, injuring eight workers. The incident occurred at around 8:45 am this morning when the vessel Oriental Glory was being repaired at Nosco Shipyard. The ship belongs to the Hanoi-based Phuong Dong Shipping and Trading JS Company. The ship where the incident happened The gas cylinder explosion affected eight workers from Nosco ShipYard aged between 34 and 47. Right after the incident Cao Tuong Huy, the Managing Chairman of the Quang Ninh People’s Committee instructed local concerned agencies to investigate the cause of the explosion. The eight victims are being treated at Vietnam-Thuy Dien Hospital. … [Read more...] about Gas cylinder explodes on ship in Quang Ninh, injuring eight

A French passenger was handed back a coat which contained EUR2,300 (USD2,530) that he had left at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. On January 30, the man had left his coat at the airport’s Terminal 1 after finishing his check-in procedures for budget carrier VietJet Air’s flight VJ513 to the central city of Danang. The French passenger has been handed back his coat which contained EUR2,300 (USD2,530) A female staff member from Ha Linh Services JS Company found the coat and reported the problem to the airport’s security. Meanwhile, the French passenger informed the airline that he had lost his coat. On the same day, he received his coat with the money in from the airport’s security. The traveller expressed his great thanks to the airport’s management board. The airport has also proposed Ha Linh Service JS Company commend its female employee for reporting the found coat. Last year, 2,688 passengers had their personal items they had left at Noi Bai … [Read more...] about French passenger has coat and money returned from Noi Bai Airport