A student is vaccinated against Covid-19. (Photo: VNA) Some localities have recently proposed not receiving vaccines or transfer the allocated vaccines, leading to the fact that the Covid-19 vaccination target is likely to be missed, the ministry said, citing a report from the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology (NIHE). As of May 21, more than 219 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines have been administered nationwide. Localities have made great efforts in rolling out vaccination campaigns to ensure its safety and effectiveness and achieve a high vaccination rate. The number of vaccines received by the MoH is enough to give the 3rd and 4th shots for people aged 18 years and older who are eligible for vaccination, it said. The ministry proposed leaders of the provinces and cities direct the Departments of Health and related agencies to promptly review the number of people who are eligible for Covid-19 vaccination, focusing on completing the injection of third shots … [Read more...] about Localities urged to step up vaccination against Covid-19
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Localities urged to step up vaccination against COVID-19
Some localities have recently proposed not receiving vaccines or transfer the allocated vaccines, leading to the fact that the COVID-19 vaccination target is likely to be missed, the ministry said, citing a report from the National Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology (NIHE). As of May 21, more than 219 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered nationwide. Localities have made great efforts in rolling out vaccination campaigns to ensure its safety and effectiveness and achieve a high vaccination rate. The number of vaccines received by the MoH is enough to give the 3rd and 4th shots for people aged 18 years and older who are eligible for vaccination, it said. The ministry proposed leaders of the provinces and cities direct the Departments of Health and related agencies to promptly review the number of people who are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination, focusing on completing the injection of third shots for people 18 years old or older in the second quarter of … [Read more...] about Localities urged to step up vaccination against COVID-19
Shinhan Life Vietnam, Shinhan Bank Vietnam sign partnership
Kang GewWon, General Director of Shinhan Bank Vietnam (left) and Lee Euichul, General Director of Shinhan Life (right), signed an insurance business partnership on May 24. — Photo Shinhan Bank Vietnam Shinhan Life Insurance Vietnam Limited Liability Company (Shinhan Life Vietnam) and Shinhan Bank Vietnam Limited (Shinhan Bank) officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement on implementing the bancassurance business model on May 24. The agreement marks a new chapter full of expectations for two financial organisations with mutual plans to bring living improvement solutions to a million Vietnamese people. Under the framework of the new agreement, Shinhan Bank Vietnam will consult and introduce life insurance products of Shinhan Life to the bank's customers nationwide. The first product developed through this distribution channel is Shinhan – Credit, a protection product for borrowers. “In recent years, customers' demand for insurance products at the bank has expanded … [Read more...] about Shinhan Life Vietnam, Shinhan Bank Vietnam sign partnership
President emphasizes importance of timely support for people, enterprises
President Nguyen Xuan Phuc speaks at the meeting with the National Assembly deputies group of Ho Chi Minh City. (Photo: SGGP) According to the President, the economic indicators in the first five months of 2022 are encouraging, showing signs of growth in budget revenue, import and export, and agriculture. The macroeconomy has always been maintained and is the outstanding point in operating. Vietnam's vaccination strategy has been implemented drastically and is recognized by the world. However, the signs of inflation are clear, especially when Vietnam's economy has a fairly high openness. The stock market is an important capital mobilization channel, but billions of dollars have been evaporated recently. Therefore, it is necessary to have better measures and methods to support the stock market to stabilize, send capital flows to businesses, create jobs, and determine growth. State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc quoted an article "Not let inflation sweep away underprivileged people" … [Read more...] about President emphasizes importance of timely support for people, enterprises
Dengue fever prevention work: people remain subjective, neglectful
Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City Duong Anh Duc checks the poultry farming area of a household in Hoc Mon District. (Photo: SGGP) In Thoi Tam Thon Commune in Hoc Mon District, the delegation noted that many places with high risks of dengue fever had not been handled, and local people remained subjective and neglectful about the dengue fever epidemic. In Thoi Tam Thon Commune in Hoc Mon District, around the boarding houses in Group 125, Tam Dong 3 Hamlet, the delegation found many water containers containing wrigglers around residential areas. Noticeably, just over one month ago, there was a case of death due to dengue fever in this area. Tran Thi Nhung, a resident in Group 125, said that when she heard someone had died from dengue fever, her family members bought more mosquito sprays but still did not sleep under mosquito nets because they were not familiar with it. According to Vice Chairwoman of Hoc Mon District People's Committee Le Thuy My Chau, from … [Read more...] about Dengue fever prevention work: people remain subjective, neglectful
SEA Games 31: Malaysian media impressed with host Vietnam
At the closing ceremony of SEA Games 31 . (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam has successfully organised SEA Games 31, rounding off the tournament with a spectacular ceremony, Malaysia’s media have said. In an article titled ‘Hanoi SEA Games ends in colourful, vibrant, spectacular style’, Vikneswaran Raman of the Malaysian news agency Bernama reviewed highlights of the Games’ closing ceremony at Hanoi's My Dinh Indoor Athletics Arena. The reporter said the ceremony, powered by stunning light shows and marked the rejuvenation of sports in the region. The article also noted Vietnam in its second time hosting the sports event, topped the medal tally with a massive 205-125-116 medal haul. At the closing ceremony (Photo: VNA) Echoing the view, the news site The Star lauded the successful organisation of the Games and the 90-minute warm and joyful farewell to international friends after excellent competitions. In an article reviewing Malaysia’s journey at the … [Read more...] about SEA Games 31: Malaysian media impressed with host Vietnam
Viet Nam-Asia DX Summit 2022 opens in Ha Noi
The Viet Nam -Asia DX Summit 2022 opened in Ha Noi on Wednesday. — Photo vietnamplus.vn The Viet Nam-Asia Digital Transformation (DX) Summit 2022 opened in Ha Noi yesterday, where experts are examining ways to further utilise the advantages of digitalisation for the economy and society. The digital economy is making many important contributions to the global economy, said Nguyen Van Khoa, Viet Nam Software and IT Services Association (Vinasa) chairman. Facing the trend towards digitalisation, many countries have taken the opportunity to develop the digital economy and have issued their own development strategies, he added. The summit is organised by Vinasa under the direction and patronage of the Ministry of Information and Communications. Data from Google and Temasek shows that the Vietnamese internet economy achieved US$21 billion last year and contributed more than 5 per cent of the country's GDP. Studies show that the growth rate of the Vietnamese digital economy is … [Read more...] about Viet Nam-Asia DX Summit 2022 opens in Ha Noi