Top martial artists in the world 2021

The sculpture of the toad sets a world record as the largest ceramic sculpture of a mythical creature. (Photo courtesy of Guinness World Records) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Two Vietnamese ceramic works are recognised as having set Guinness World Records at a ceremony in Hanoi on June 30. The ceramic works , created by Vietnamese artisan Nguyen Hung and Huong Viet Ceramic Company, include a sculpture of a toad and a carved and embossed ceramic plate. They have been recognised as the largest ceramic sculpture of a mythical creature and the largest carved ceramic plates, respectively. The sculpture of the toad, measuring 173.5cm in length, 110cm in width and 77.8cm in height, was made of clay and a unique enamel. The mythical creature depicted is known as the holy three-legged toad or feng shui toad in Asia and is a symbol of prosperity. Sitting atop a pile of coins and gold bullion, the toad features the yin and yang symbol on its head, a coin in its mouth, and the Great … [Read more...] about Vietnamese ceramic artist sets two Guinness World Records

Swedish musician-singer Tamela Hedstrom. Photo courtesy of the artist Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The classic Vietnamese epic Luc Van Tien, which may be read in a variety of languages and dialects throughout the world, has been given new life by international artists. However, she accepted the offer because she had previously met Duong at the 2020 Fujairah International Art Festival (UAE) and valued the chance to collaborate with him.| Vietnamese epic s. The French artist stated that he first heard the blind poet Nguyen Dinh Chieu and his work Luc Van Tien through Duong. Later, he also discovered a magnificent copy of Luc Van Tien published by the French School of the Far East (École française d'Extrême-Orient), in Paris. Vietnam ese-speaking part. Artist My Dung will perform the piano part before switching to the performance in French and English by two female vocalists. Artist Tran Vuong Thach serves as the conductor. VNA … [Read more...] about Foreign artists make music with inspiration from Vietnamese epic

The ranking is based on 10 key categories namely Affordability, Economic stability, Family-friendly, Job market, Income equality, Political stability, Safety, Cultural influence, Education, and Health system Vietnam got 78.49 points, ranking 62nd out of 165 countries and territories in the ranking of the world’s Best Countries for Quality of Life 2021 by CEOWORLD magazine is the world's leading business magazine and news site for CEOs​, CFOs, senior executives, business leaders, and high net-worth individuals. Old people at an elderly caring center in Dong Anh District, Hanoi. Photo: Nguyen Dinh Toan The ranking measures global perceptions of 165 nations chosen because they contribute most to the world’s GDP. More than 258,000 people around the world are asked to evaluate the countries based on 10 metrics ranging from stability to transparency to equality. The ranking analyzed 10 key categories, namely Affordability, Economic stability, Family-friendly, … [Read more...] about World’s Best Countries For Quality of Life 2021: Vietnam moves up 39 places

Energy Observer – the world’s first hydrogen-powered , zero-emission vessel – sails on Sai Gon River. (Photo: Toyota) Hanoi (VNA) – Energy Observer – the world’s first hydrogen-powered, zero-emission vessel that is self-sufficient in energy – continues its journey in Southeast Asia, with the 73rd stopover of its round-the-world Odyssey being in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Arriving in the Vietnamese southern hub on June 22, the crew plans to present the ship's autonomous zero-emission system to several hundred visitors, decision-makers, students and school children in collaboration with the French Consulate in the city. Setting sail from its port of registry of Saint Malo in 2017, Energy Observer has already covered over 50,000 nautical miles, made 72 stopovers, 16 of which have been with its travelling pedagogical village, and visited over 40 countries. Born out of a legendary catamaran whose many accolades include being the fastest sailboat around the world with … [Read more...] about World’s first zero-emission boat visits HCM City

Attending the ceremony, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh highlighted the development of Vietnam’s revolutionary press over the past 97 years, stressing that it has contributed greatly to the struggle for national liberation and the national construction and defense cause. The PM congratulated 115 authors and groups of authors who have won prizes in the 16th National Press Awards, stressing that the awards honored and expressed thanks to journalists who had made important contribution to the country’s success in 2021, a year with unprecedented difficulties and challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “The press has built trust and helped consolidate the great solidarity, consensus and support  of the people and businesses for the Party’s and State’s sound policies on a vaccine strategy and COVID-19 prevention and control program, enabling Vietnam to become one of the few countries leading the world in the vaccination rate,” he said. The Governmental leader also applauded the press … [Read more...] about Winners of 2021 National Press Awards honored

It is the second consecutive year Binh Duong has been named on the list. The event saw the attendance of Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Defense Minister Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Secretary of provincial Party Committee Nguyen Van Loi, Permanent Vice Chairman of the Central Theoretical Council Dr. Ta Ngoc Tan, and co-founder of the ICF Mr. Louis Zacharilla. The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) is a reputable international organization with more than 180 members that are prosperous smart cities across the world. Every year, the ICF conducts research and evaluates hundreds of cities worldwide to select the Top Smart 21 with outstanding development strategies based on its six factors, including broadband connectivity, knowledge workforce, innovation, digital equality, sustainability and advocacy. From the top 21, the ICF will select the top seven with the smartest development strategies. Binh Duong has implemented its Smart … [Read more...] about Binh Duong listed among “Top 7 intelligent communities in the world”

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and his Cambodian counterpart Hun Sen at a ceremony marking 45 years of the journey to overthrow Pol Pot genocidal regime (Photo: VNA) Phnom Penh (VNA) - On June 24-25, prestigious Cambodian news agencies such as Rasmei Kampuchea, Fresh News, CEN (Cambodia Express News) published an interview granted by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn on the occasion of the 55th anniversary of the establishment of Cambodia-Vietnam diplomatic relations (June 24) and the Cambodia-Vietnam Friendship Year 2022. In the interview, Prak Sokhonn said that over the past 55 years, Cambodia and Vietnam have affirmed to the world that their relationship is sustainable, profound, comprehensive and resilient to regional and international geopolitical fluctuations. The two countries have the ability to maintain and promote their close solidarity and cooperation in all fields and all frameworks, both … [Read more...] about Cambodian Deputy PM highlights sustainable, profound, all-round relations with Vietnam

Bangkok (VNA) - The Thai government has decided to waive personal income tax for foreign actors when working in Thailand in the next five years, in a fresh bid to attract foreign crews to the country. Deputy Government Spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek said on June 21 that the tax incentive is part of the government’s efforts to develop the country’s soft power. Thailand earned an average of 3.5 billion THB a year from foreign film crews from 2017 to 2021, with the revenue increasing to 5 billion THB last year. Incentives provided to foreign film crews include cash rebates of 15-20% of the expenses incurred in Thailand, with limits capped at 75 million THB, said Rachada adding that actors have been required to pay personal income tax while they were working in Thailand , despite the fact that they have to pay personal income taxes in their home countries as well. With the income tax exemption, Thailand expects to gain an average of 3.5 billion THB in revenue per annum … [Read more...] about Thailand to exempt income tax for foreign actors

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (L) and his Cambodian counterpart Hun Sen at a ceremony to mark the 45th anniversary of the latter's journey to overthrow Pol Pot genocidal regime (Photo: VNA) Phnom Penh (VNA) – On the recent days, major press agencies of Cambodia have run a lot of articles spreading a message about the good neighbourliness, time-honoured friendship, comprehensive cooperation and long-term sustainability between the country and Vietnam, on the occasion of the 55th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic ties (June 24). In its article posted on June 23, Agence Kampuchea Presse (AKP) – Cambodia’s national press agency – said that the bilateral diplomatic relationship was established amidst the Vietnamese people's steadfast struggle against foreign invaders. The establishment of the ties at that time demonstrated Cambodia's meaningful support for Vietnam in the cause of national liberation and reunification under the leadership of … [Read more...] about Cambodian media spread message on relations with Vietnam

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly (left) and Indonesian counterpart Retno Marsudi sign documents during their meeting in Jakarta, Indonesia on April 11. (Photo courtesy of Indonesia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs) Jakarta (VNA) - Indonesia and Canada have agreed to intensify economic cooperation, especially on trade, investment, and energy transition. Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi and Canadian counterpart Joly Melanie on April 11 inked the Indonesia- Canada Plan of Action for the 2022-2025 period that would serve as guidance for both countries to navigate the cooperation in the next four years. economic cooperation . trade rose almost 30 percent in 2021 and reached 3.12 billion USD. VNA … [Read more...] about Indonesia, Canada agree to enhance economic cooperation