The event was held by Hanoi Centre for Investment, Trade, and Tourism Promotion (HPA) in collaboration with the Hanoi Young Business Association. As many as 100 businesses showcased their products, services, and outstanding technologies during the event, seeking business and investment opportunities with both domestic and foreign companies. Le Tu Luc, deputy head of the HPA, said that the event was organised to introduce Hanoi's investment, trade and tourism promotion achievements, strengthening cooperation between international investors and businesses in Hanoi and the surrounding area. "The HPA's organisation of this event not only helps businesses in Hanoi and the neighbouring provinces introduce their products, but also enables domestic and international businesses to connect and cooperate," he emphasised. Over the past eight months, the city has attracted $2.34 billion worth of foreign investment, accounting for nearly 12.9 per cent of the country's … [Read more...] about Hanoi promotes trade and investment potential to investors
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New tourism industry summit set for October
The event is being organised by the Vietnam National Entrepreneur Association in collaboration with the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism - the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and reputable businesses in the tourism industry. Dr. Dinh Viet Hoa, president of the Vietnam National Entrepreneur Association and head of the organising committee said, "This summit will introduce opportunities and solutions for comprehensive tourism development, along with innovative technologies and training to guide tourism business activities." “The event is a response to government policies that aim to support startups and develop small and medium-sized enterprises in the tourism ecosystem,” Hoa added. Dr. Vu Tien Loc, chairman of the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre and honorary president of the Vietnam National Entrepreneur Association, said, "Tourism plays an important role in the economic and social development of countries around the world. Resolution … [Read more...] about New tourism industry summit set for October
Vietnam fetches over $38bn in agro-forestry-fishery exports in Jan-Sep
Vietnam's agro-forestry-fishery exports generated $38.48 billion revenue in January-September, down 5.1 percent year on year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Agricultural exports accounted for over half of the total, at $19.54 billion, up 17 percent year on year. Key export earners were vegetables and fruits ($4.2 billion), rice ($3.66 billion), cashew nuts ($2.61 billion), and coffee ($3.16 billion). The average rice export price reached $553 per metric ton during the nine-month period, rising 14 percent. The price of coffee exports also picked up 10 percent to hit nearly $2,500 per metric ton. Asia was the major importer of Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery exports with $18.71 billion worth of products in January-September. It was followed by America with $8.73 billion and Europe with $4.17 billion. China, the U.S., and Japan remained the top three import markets of Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery products with exports to China accounting for … [Read more...] about Vietnam fetches over $38bn in agro-forestry-fishery exports in Jan-Sep
German Unity Day marked in Ho Chi Minh City
Addressing the event, President of the Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association of Ho Chi Minh City Nguyen Anh Tuan extended greetings to the German people and expressed delight at the growth of the Vietnam-Germany strategic partnership in all fields from politics, diplomacy to economy, trade, science-technology, justice, education and culture. Tuan highlighted the association’s efforts to contribute to the promotion of friendship between the two countries, and pledged that it will continue to work to connect the Vietnamese and German people and bolster the strategic partnership between the two countries. For her part, German Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Dr. Josefine Wallat affirmed that Germany has paid great attention to and highly valued its relations with Vietnam. The German business community highly evaluated Vietnam's economic development potential and wished to promote cooperation with Vietnam, considering the country as a gateway to enter the Southeast Asian market, … [Read more...] about German Unity Day marked in Ho Chi Minh City
German Unity Day marked in HCM City
Delegates at the ceremony marking the 33rd anniversary of German Unity Day (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – The Ho Chi Minh City Union of Friendship Organisations (HUFO) held a ceremony on September 29 to mark the 33rd anniversary of German Unity Day , showing the solidarity and friendship between the people of the city and Germany. Addressing the event, President of the Vietnam-Germany Friendship Association of HCM City Nguyen Anh Tuan extended greetings to the German people and expressed delight at the growth of the Vietnam-Germany strategic partnership in all fields from politics, diplomacy to economy, trade, science-technology, justice, education and culture. Tuan highlighted the association’s efforts to contribute to the promotion of friendship between the two countries, and pledged that it will continue to work to connect the Vietnamese and German people and bolster the strategic partnership between the two countries. For her part, German Consul General in HCM City … [Read more...] about German Unity Day marked in HCM City
Plastic waste management app contest launched in tourism sector
At the launch ceremony of the contest on plastic waste management applications in the tourism sector on September 28 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A contest on plastic waste management applications in the tourism sector was launched on September 28, according to the Vietnam Tourism Association. The contest aims to raise awareness and provide plastic waste management tools for tourism businesses, state management agencies as well as residential communities; and offer solutions and initiatives to limit the impact of plastic waste on tourism activities. Organisations and Vietnam ese individuals living in the country are eligible to participate in the contest , with entries sent to the organising board before November 10. The organising board will present one first prize worth 40 million VND (1,640 USD), one second and several consolation prizes. Winning apps are to be announced at the Vietnam International Travel Mart (VITM) 2023 to be held in the Mekong Delta city of … [Read more...] about Plastic waste management app contest launched in tourism sector
Over 56,800 Vietnamese labourers sent abroad in 7 months
Vietnam sent over 56,800 labourers to work abroad in the first seven months of 2022 (Photo: VietnamPlus) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam sent over 56,800 workers, including 21,238 females, abroad to work under labour contracts over the first seven months of 2022, equivalent to 63.2 percent of the target set for the year. According to data from the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA), Japan, Taiwan (China) and the Republic of Korea (RoK) remained the largest recipients of Vietnamese labourers during the reviewed period. With the number of workers going to work abroad continuing to remain stable, Vietnam’s plan to send 90,000 labourers to work abroad this year is completely feasible, the ministry said. Due to the impact of COVID-19, last year, Vietnam completed only 50 percent of its yearly target in labour export with 45,058 workers sent abroad. Thanks to wide-scale vaccination against COVID-19 and the changes in pandemic control strategies towards … [Read more...] about Over 56,800 Vietnamese labourers sent abroad in 7 months
Military unit creates sustainable livelihoods for ethnic minority people
Family of Ms. A Lang Nhip in Cong To Ron village, La Dee commune, Nam Giang district (Quang Nam province), is one of the needy households receiving breeding cows from Defense Economic Unit 207. The 35-year-old woman is facing difficult conditions, as her husband left her family. She is now living with two children and her old mother. Therefore, the unit presented breeding cows and instructed her on how to take care of them. “I would like to send my sincere thanks to the troops for helping me. I promise to take good care of the cows so that I can have money to care for my old mother and create favorable conditions for my children to study.” Reportedly, most of the poor and near-poor households in the ethnic minority areas in Quang Nam province mainly lack capital, sustainable livelihoods, and depend on the support of the government. Therefore, to reduce poverty, they should have their mindset changed, while following specific models. According to Second-in-Command of Defense … [Read more...] about Military unit creates sustainable livelihoods for ethnic minority people
Winners of Golden Globe Science and Technology Award 2023 announced
The winners were selected from 69 nominees from 38 organizations, universities, research institutes, domestic and foreign businesses, Vietnamese embassies, and youth unions and Vietnamese student associations abroad. The annual award is presented in five areas of information technology, digital transformation and automation; medical – pharmaceutical technology; biological technology; environmental technology; and new material technology. Dr. Trinh Van Chien, a lecturer from the Hanoi University of Science and Technology’s School of Information and Communications Technology, Dr. Pham Huy Hieu, a lecturer from VinUniversity’s College of Engineering and Computer Science; and Dr. Nguyen Trong Nghia, a lecturer from the University of Adelaide, South Australia, won the award in information technology, digital transformation and automation. There are three winners in the medical – pharmaceutical technology area, namely Dr. Ngo Quoc Duy, a doctor from the National Cancer Hospital; Dr. Ha … [Read more...] about Winners of Golden Globe Science and Technology Award 2023 announced