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Vietnam said all development decisions must be nature-based and centered around people to ensure sustainable development in which no one would be left behind. Vietnam, a developing country, has stressed the importance of an all-people approach in coping with a global issue – climate change – and its roadmap to achieve a net-zero target by 2050 it has declared. Overview of the workshop in Hanoi on Dec 7 chaired by Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Tran Hong Ha. Photo: Huong Giang/ UNDP The idea has been included in Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s speech at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) held in Glasgow, the UK, in early November, as part of efforts to promote the engagement of all people in Vietnam in realizing its commitment at the global event, according to Pham Van Tan, Deputy Head of Vietnam’s Climate Negotiation Delegation. It’s interesting that Vietnam has stipulated the role of its people in the common drive, … [Read more...] about [Net-zero strategy] People-centered approach: Vietnam’s weapon to realize COP26 commitment

FTX Crypto Cup features eight grandmasters including Carlsen (Elo 2,864), Alireza Firouzja (2,778), Levon Aronian (2,775), Anish Giri (2,760), Jan-Krzysztof Duda (2,740), Liem (2,728), Hans Niemann (2,687) and Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa (2,661). The first four players are in the world's top 10. Carlsen and Duda qualified for the tournament by default as they are first and second on the overall CCT standing. Aronian and Praggnanandhaa made it to the finals of the most recent two regular CCT tournaments (Chessable Masters and FTX Road to Miami), qualifying them for FTX Crypto Cup. Organizers also gave two invitation slots to Liem and Giri, who are fourth and fifth on the CCT standing. Two Chinese players Ding Liren and Wei Yi also qualified for the tournament, but due to Covid-19, they couldn't reach Miami and had to withdraw. Their slots were given to world number four Firouzja and U.S. number one Niemann. This is the second consecutive time Liem participates in a major … [Read more...] about Vietnam GM to play chess king Carlsen in US tournament

Illustrative image (Photo: AFP) Hanoi (VNA) – Spokeswoman of the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang has stated that Vietnam is closely keeping a close watch on the situation in the Taiwan Strait. At the ministry’s regular press conference in Hanoi on August 11, Hang affirmed Vietnam’s consistent stance on the Taiwanese issue, which, she said, has been clearly reflected in common documents reached during high-level visits by Vietnamese and Chinese leaders. She confirmed Vietnam’s viewpoint that peace, stability and cooperation in the Strait hold significance to the region and the world amid regional and international complicated developments. On the basis of persistently following the 'One China' principle, Vietnam wants parties concerned to exercise self-restraint, prevent increasing tensions in the Taiwan Strait , making positive contributions to maintaining peace and stability, and promoting cooperation and development in the region and the … [Read more...] about Vietnam closely monitors situation in Taiwan Strait: Spokeswoman

Situated in the north-eastern province of Quang Ninh, Ha Long Bay has been listed as one of the 10 most beautiful destinations for 2022, as selected by the Canadian newswire The Travel. Ha Long Bay has been twice recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site The Travel stated that Ha Long Bay, which has twice been recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, is the Vietnamese representative to make the list, coming in fifth place. Scattered throughout the bay are over 1,600 limestone towers and islands covered in tropical trees, with the majority of the islands left uninhabited and unaffected by humans. The article noted that the best way to experience this mist-shrouded landscape is to board a traditional junk boat and then sail through the area to enjoy the outstanding scenic beauty on offer. Visitors can then get off to explore the various cave formations across the bay, including Thien Cung Cave and Surprise Cave, both of which offer impressive … [Read more...] about Ha Long Bay named among most beautiful global destinations

Women of Red Dao ethnic minority in their traditional attire. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Vietnam has climbed four places on World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index 2022 in the past year, from 87th to 83rd place out of 146 countries, with a score of 0.705/1. The increase is thanks to "mild improvements" recorded in closing the gender gaps across the four main components of the index: Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment. In terms of closing the gap in Economic Participation and Opportunity, Vietnam is ranked 31st, behind countries like Sweden (5th), the US (22nd), Kenya (6th), and regional neighbours like Laos (1st), Thailand (15th), or the Philippines (16th), out of 146 countries assessed. Indicators at this level reveal that lower workforce participation and lower parity in workforce participation have both contributed to poorer gender outcomes, the report said. “While parity in … [Read more...] about Vietnam moves up four places on 2022 Global Gender Gap Index

The website of the German Embassy in Hanoi posted information on July 27, noting that the German representative office “cannot issue a visa for an ordinary Vietnamese passport, the new navy blue form, with a serial number starting with the letter P.” “If you have such a passport you cannot apply for a visa. This is based on the decision of the German domestic authorities,” the note continued. “For those who have already applied for a visa, the Embassy will send a separate notice.” The information immediately caused concern for many Vietnamese people who were planning to travel to Germany or soon plan to visit relatives. Germany stops issuing visas for Vietnam’s new passport, source: baochinhphu.vn Germany is one of the few countries in the Schengen area that restricts the issuance of tourist visas to Vietnamese nationals. Most Vietnamese people have typically cited visiting relatives or taking part in business trips to ensure a high possibility of obtaining a visa. … [Read more...] about Germany stops issuing visas for Vietnam’s new passport

The Embassy of Spain in Vietnam has decided to recognize a new Vietnamese passport, reversing its suspension a week before, according to the diplomatic mission’s announcement on Monday morning. The Spanish Embassy said that it completed the mandatory technical consultations with the authorities in Spain and came to the conclusion that the new Vietnamese passport, in blue-violet color, includes the essential details required by international regulations. Therefore, the embassy has resumed the acceptance for processing visa applications with the blue-violet passport and a valid identity document starting Monday. The embassy explained that since the place of birth is mandatory information in Schengen visa applications, applicants holding the blue-violet passport must prove their birthplace by presenting a valid Vietnamese identity document, in which the said information is stated. The embassy, however, noted that Schengen member countries that do not recognize those new … [Read more...] about Spain backpedals on denial of Vietnam’s new passport

Having coming to Vietnam five years ago to start a business, Dutchman Wouter Luijten has many good things to say about living in the country. "Vietnamese food and general hygiene are pretty good compared to some other countries I have lived in and there is enough work for people with knowledge." Given the ongoing inflation worldwide, Luijten said Vietnam remained "extremely affordable." However, he said Vietnam lags behind in policies that would make it easy for foreigners to work and live in the country. "The huge amount of paperwork in general is my largest negative point for Vietnam." In an email to VnExpress International , Luijten said he was currently outside Vietnam waiting for a new visa, "despite my investments in Vietnam and my very significant tax contributions to the country." "Immigration has been a mess after Covid and I'm not the only one. From visa agents I hear thousands of people are waiting for their resident permits to be processed," he said. Luijten … [Read more...] about Make it easier to live and work in Vietnam, expats urge

What are the concerns surrounding the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) implementation among Vietnamese garment exporters to the US? Association chairman Vu Duc Giang Some of the concerns are real. Since the UFLPA became effective in June, Vietnam has witnessed certain impacts on its garment exports to the US. Vietnam has maintained its position as the world’s third-largest cotton importer with a volume of 1.5 million tonnes per year. This includes 800,000 tonnes of cotton imported from the US, accounting for 60 per cent of the total imports. In January 2021, US Customs and Border Protection announced a ban on raw fibres, apparel, and textiles made from Xinjiang-grown cotton, which also covers cotton products made in third countries. Customs will detain imported merchandise unless the importer can prove by clear and convincing evidence that the goods were not from Xinjiang. What is the status of the recommendations from the US on Chinese cotton? Vietnam … [Read more...] about Facilitating recovery of Vietnam’s yarn sector in midst of US policy enforcement

Seizing the opportunity laid out by its clean energy resources and phasing out coal could be key for Vietnam’s green growth path. Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has set a deadline for sectors to build plans for their sustainable development within the first quarter (Q1) of this year as part of efforts to materialize the country’s sustainable development. Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at COP26 in Glasgow, the UK in November 2021. Photo: VNA The PM demanded in Q2 a comprehensive program to implement Vietnam’s net-zero target that he pledged at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow (COP26) in November 2021. Accordingly, authorized agencies are tasked with eight issues, namely energy transition, reducing greenhouse gas emissions; lowering methane emissions; developing electric cars; planting forests to absorb carbon dioxide; building construction materials and urban development suitable for green and sustainable … [Read more...] about [Net-zero strategy] Which way is possible for Vietnam’s net zero journey?