A singing performance at a television show that spotlighted Vietnam-Laos relations in Hanoi on August 29 (Photo: VNA) Vientiane (VNA) – The Lao newspaper Vientiane Mai on October 6 ran an article highlighting the Vietnam-Laos partnership , affirming that the great friendship , special solidarity between the two countries should be preserved and further promoted for the common interest in the future. It underlined the significance of the special friendship and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries. Over the past 60 years, Laos and Vietnam has always stood by each other to fight their common enemies and overcome all challenges, it said. The article quoted Somsavath Lengsavath, a former Politburo member of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and former Deputy Prime Minister, as saying at a talk held by the Laos’ Ministry of Planning and Investment that the Laos-Vietnam Friendship and Solidarity Year in 2022 and the celebration of the 60th anniversary of … [Read more...] about Newspaper highlights significance of Vietnam-Laos ties
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Vietnam, Laos’s peace committees eye stronger ties
The Vietnam Peace Committee and the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity eye stronger ties. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee Uong Chu Luu on October 5 held talks with visiting Vice Chairman of the Lao National Assembly and Chairman of the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity Sommad Pholsena, during which the two sides discussed ways to advance ties. They updated each other on the socio-economic development of their countries, and exchanged views on regional and global issues as well as their cooperation. Vietnam attaches importance to partnership between the two committees, said Luu who is former NA Vice Chairman. The two sides have been active contributors to the close and loyal friendship between Vietnam and Laos, he noted, adding that they have exchanged delegations annually, ramped up communications, and closely coordinated in promoting people-to-people exchange activities. He suggested the two committees play a more active … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Laos’s peace committees eye stronger ties
☕ Afternoon briefing on October 6
Hanoi (VNA) – The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency on October 6. - Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee Uong Chu Luu on October 5 held talks with visiting Vice Chairman of the Lao National Assembly and Chairman of the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity Sommad Pholsena, during which the two sides discussed ways to advance ties. The Vietnam Peace Committee and the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity eye stronger ties. (Photo: VNA) They updated each other on the socio-economic development of their countries, and exchanged views on regional and global issues as well as their cooperation. Read full story Read full story Read full story Read full story Read full story A corner of Phu Quoc island (Photo: vneconomy) The magazine asked its readers to vote in a range of categories, including the most favourite countries, the best cities, resorts and resort islands, to honour the top destinations in … [Read more...] about ☕ Afternoon briefing on October 6
Spokeswoman clarifies MoFA’s viewpoint on officials’ wrongdoings
Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang on October 6 highlighted the ministry’s viewpoint following new developments related to officials’ roles in repatriation flights amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The MoFA has suspended officials in question to serve investigation in line with legal regulations, she said, adding it is working closely with relevant agencies to investigate the case and deal with the ones committing irregularities in line with legal regulations. The MoFA’s viewpoint is that all diplomatic cadres must seriously comply with the State’s guidelines, policies, and regulations, Hang emphasised. “All law violations must be handled in line with legal regulations, and there are no off-limits zones.” The ministry has also ordered Vietnam’s overseas representative bodies to increase education in politics, thought, morality, and lifestyle for their … [Read more...] about Spokeswoman clarifies MoFA’s viewpoint on officials’ wrongdoings
Bac Lieu striving to remove EC “yellow card” on fisheries sector
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Bac Lieu (VNA) – The Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu has seen effective implementation of measures against the illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, as part of the efforts to remove the European Commission (EC)'s “yellow card” on Vietnamese seafood . Luu Hoang Ly, Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, said that since mid-2021, there has been no local fishing vessel violating foreign waters. Meanwhile, the installation of vessel monitoring systems (VMS) has contributed to managing fishing boats and prevent IUU fishing activities, he said. Nguyen Trong Han, Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Dong Hai, home to one half of total fishing vessels in Bac Lieu, said that local authorities have actively popularised fishing regulations, thus improving people’s awareness in the field. Le Viet Dung, a local fishermen in Gianh Hao township, Dong Hai district, said that thanks to the … [Read more...] about Bac Lieu striving to remove EC “yellow card” on fisheries sector
Conjoined twins head home nearly three months after separation
The twins, their parents and doctors pose for a photo on October 7, the day they are discharged from hospital (Photo: VNA) HCM City (VNA) - Sixteen-month-old conjoined twins Truc Nhi and Dieu Nhi were discharged from hospital on October 7, 84 days after their 12-hour separation surgery. In hospital since birth, they are now well enough to return home and begin a normal life. The twins are able to sit up and can stand with help from their parents. Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Children’s Hospital Truong Quang Dinh said their organs are largely functioning as they should. Truc Nhi and Dieu Nhi were born on July 6, 2019, in HCM City and were joined at the pelvis. Some 100 doctors and nurses from the Children’s Hospital, Children’s Hospitals 1 and 2, Cho Ray Hospital , and others in the city took part in the July 15 separation surgery ./. VNA … [Read more...] about Conjoined twins head home nearly three months after separation
Kip depreciation affects Lao economy
The Lao kip (Photo: asiaasset.com) Vientiane (VNA) - The value of the Lao currency , the kip, dropped by 37.4% against the US dollar and 32.9% against the Thai baht in the official market from January to August, according to an updated report of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The continuing depreciation of the kip is linked to a supply-demand mismatch of foreign currencies, putting pressure on importers and increasing inflation. The currency devaluation also has negative impacts on the Lao economy, driving up the price of products and creating more hardship for the poor. According to the report, the year-on-year inflation rate in August was at a 22-year high of 30%. The rate averaged 15.5% in the first eight months of 2022. Administered prices for fuel were increased 13 times from January to September, resulting in a 90.3% rise in diesel prices and a 62.3% increase in gasoline prices./. VNA … [Read more...] about Kip depreciation affects Lao economy
Embassy working to protect Vietnamese nationals in Philippines: spokeswoman
Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in the Philippines is taking necessary measures to protect the rights and legitimate interests of the 14 Vietnamese citizens reported to be human trafficking victims there. Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang made the statement on October 6 in response to a question about a report that Philippine authorities recently rescued 14 Vietnamese nationals who were victims of human trafficking and incarcerated in Paranaque city. She noted that shortly after being notified, under the ministry’s direction, the embassy liaised with Philippine authorities and met the nationals to verify the information and take measures to ensure their rights and legitimate interests. The spokeswoman cited the embassy as saying that as of October 5, 13 of the 14 citizens had been freed, and the remainder who was infected with COVID-19 was under care at a centre for protecting women’s and children’s rights in the Philippines./. … [Read more...] about Embassy working to protect Vietnamese nationals in Philippines: spokeswoman