The 90,000 euros (around VND2.5 billion) lab is intended to support research projects, in the field of future mobility. The facility is equipped with Continuously Variable Transmission models and test benches, a practice room for intensive research, and other supporting teaching and training tools and machinery. This collaboration will also see experienced engineers from Bosch comes on board as mentors to students in their training and research development besides conducting knowledge exchange sessions in the form of talks and seminars. Additionally, students of HCMUTE are also open to interning at Bosch. This underscores Bosch’s commitment to developing talent and innovation in the region. “Education is our priority, and the young generation is at the heart of Bosch’s development strategy,” said Guru Mallikarjuna, managing director of Bosch Vietnam. “By investing in educational programs in general and the laboratories at HCMUTE and HCMUT, Bosch aims to create sufficient … [Read more...] about Bosch opens ‘Bosch Transmission Lab’ at HCMUTE
Saura hand bearing compass
Naval troops’ festive program to protect marine environment
The event was jointly organized by the Naval Region 2 Command, the Military Youth Advisory Board, the Political Department of the Navy, the provincial Youth Union Chapter. During the program, Deputy Political Chief of the Naval Region 2 Command Senior Captain Vu Duy Luu launched a campaign, themed “Naval youth join hands to clean up the sea and fight against plastic waste.” During the campaign, troops from units under the Naval Region 2 Command, in collaboration with local youths, conducted information dissemination activities to raise public awareness of environmental protection, plastic waste prevention, and the sorting, collection and recycling of plastic wastes, contributing to protecting beaches in particular and marine environment in general. After the launching ceremony, more than 100 troops from military units in the province and youths of Vung Tau city collected garbage along the beach near Quang Trung park and Dau beach. On the occasion, the Military Youth Advisory … [Read more...] about Naval troops’ festive program to protect marine environment
Five-month foreign investment highlights
Three bright points The first bright point in the five-month FDI picture is the disbursement of US$7.71 billion, a year-on-year increase of 7.8 percent. The Foreign Investment Agency of the Ministry of Planning and Investment attributed this positive result to the continuous and effective support of the government and relevant state authorities, the business community’s efforts, and the recovery of the Vietnamese economy. Binh Duong Province hands over investment certificates to businesses Although the amount of FDI capital attracted in the first five months was 16.3 percent lower than that in the same period last year, the increased disbursement reflected Vietnam’s attractiveness to foreign investors. The second bright point is the strong increase in the number of projects and the amount of registered capital. Specifically, 395 projects registered capital increases totaling more than US$5.61 billion, up 15.5 percent in the number of projects and 45.4 percent in … [Read more...] about Five-month foreign investment highlights
“Walking on the River”, non-profit fashion show connects people
Miss Tourism Metropolian International 2021 Hoang Huong Ly (C) and kid models The event is part of the free street music show called “Co Hen Voi Sai Gon” (A Date with Saigon) for the community. The fashion show was participated by designers and kids' clothing brands, including Phuong Ho, Thanh Hang, Tiny Tiny by Ha Kieu Oanh and Chanh Style. Designs were performed by more than 100 models, including Miss Tourism Metropolian International 2021 Hoang Huong Ly, Miss Eco Teen International 2021 Bella Vu, Miss Vietnam Tourism Global 2021 Ly Kim Thao, Miss Eco Vietnam 2022 Nguyen Thanh Ha, and kid models who are disadvantaged children in HCMC and Binh Duong Province. On this occasion, the organizer handed over 60 presents to needy children. The organizer hands over 60 presents to needy children. By Tieu Tan – Translated by Kim Khanh … [Read more...] about “Walking on the River”, non-profit fashion show connects people
Việt Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs
Việt Nam's small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need fintech services for development in the future. — Photo baochinhphu.vn HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam needs to develop financial technology (fintech) services for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to experts. "Existing innovative digital financial services for SMEs have not yet been systematically formed. Meanwhile, these enterprises always need more and more accessible financial services with low cost and a variety of products," said Bùi Huy Nhượng, vice rector of the National Economics University. Therefore, innovative financial services for SMEs need to be studied to develop not only for fintech startups but also for traditional financial institutions and technology companies. Dr Lương Thái Bảo, executive director of the Bachelor of Financial Technology Programme at the National Economics University, said that Việt Nam had a large number of SMEs, while it also has a high IT application index in the region. … [Read more...] about Việt Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs
Viet Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs
Viet Nam's small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) need fintech services for development in the future. — Photo baochinhphu.vn Viet Nam needs to develop financial technology (fintech) services for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to experts. "Existing innovative digital financial services for SMEs have not yet been systematically formed. Meanwhile, these enterprises always need more and more accessible financial services with low cost and a variety of products," said Bui Huy Nhuong, vice rector of the National Economics University. Therefore, innovative financial services for SMEs need to be studied to develop not only for fintech startups but also for traditional financial institutions and technology companies. Dr Luong Thai Bao, executive director of the Bachelor of Financial Technology Programme at the National Economics University, said that Viet Nam had a large number of SMEs, while it also has a high IT application index in the region. SMEs … [Read more...] about Viet Nam needs to develop fintech services for SMEs