Vietnam 3 week itinerary south to north

Some top international and U.S. firms such as SpaceX, the Coca-Cola Company, and Pacifico Energy are planning to expand their operations in Vietnam, heard the receptions hosted by Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh for these firms’ leaders in New York City on Wednesday (local time). During these receptions, part of the top Vietnamese official’s ongoing trip to the United States, PM Chinh underlined that Vietnam prioritizes science, technology, innovation, green, digital and circular economic, and research projects. He affirmed that the Vietnamese government always creates favorable conditions for international firms to do business in Vietnam effectively. Speaking at the meeting with the prime minister, Tim Hughes, senior vice president for global business and government affairs at SpaceX, a U.S. aerospace company, run by South African-American billionaire Elon Musk, said that the group highly values Vietnam’s potential for development. Hughes revealed that SpaceX aims … [Read more...] about Major US companies, including SpaceX, aim to expand investment in Vietnam

1. Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago The Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago boasts limestone islands and lush islands, creating its unique natural charm. Photo by VnExpress/Tran Dat On September 16, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added the Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago to its list of world natural heritage sites. This latest recognition brings Vietnam's tally to three natural heritages, five cultural heritages, and a mixed natural and cultural property. According to the Department of Cultural Heritage, the Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago earned UNESCO recognition due to its natural beauty, which includes limestone islands cloaked in foliage and limestone peaks rising above sea level. The area's vistas, featuring lush islands, saltwater lakes, and limestone cliffs, contribute to its unique appeal. 2. Ha Long Bay Ha Long Bay itself has received UNESCO accolades twice before. In 1994, it was designated … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s 9 UNESCO world heritage sites

The travel news site Reisereporter has just published an article that highlights some of the famous tourist destinations and landscapes in Vietnam, including Hanoi. In the article titled “Vietnam: You shouldn’t miss these sights”, www.reisereporter.de suggests tourists to visit some hidden "treasures" and undiscovered natural wonders in this wonderful country in the Southeast Asia region, in addition to popular tourist attractions. A Vietnamese girl in her charming ao dai (long dress) and non la (conical hat) walks through the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. Photo: Yeu Ha Noi According to Daniel Schramm, staff writer for www.reisereporter.de , Vietnam is a fascinating destination with a wide variety of sights and experiences. From historic cities like Hanoi and Hue to stunning natural landscapes like Halong Bay and Sapa to culinary adventures in street kitchens and markets, the country offers something for every taste. Vietnam's … [Read more...] about German press: Vietnam is a fascinating travel destination

Vietnamese singer Hanbin. Photo from TEMPEST's Twitter The Vietnamese artist and his six bandmates held their showcase Wednesday to present their new single "Into the Storm." Footage of his performance has garnered tens of thousands of interactions from the public audience on various South Korean news outlets and social media platforms. Hanbin said during the Q&A section that he wanted to hold more tours with his bandmates in the future, and wanted his home country Vietnam to be one of the stops of the tours. "I can go everywhere as long as you [fans] are there," he said. The group also promised to bring the fans more interesting experiences in the future. Born Ngo Ngoc Hung in the northern Yen Bai province, Hanbin gained attention with his attendance in the South Korean reality show "I-Land," produced by boy group BTS’ management agency Big Hit Entertainment, in 2020. He then signed a contract with Yuehua Entertainment and debuted in the K-pop idol group TEMPEST … [Read more...] about Vietnamese singer creates buzz in South Korea

Authorities in Khanh Hoa and Lam Dong Provinces, located in Vietnam’s south-central and Central Highlands regions, respectively, have sought to develop a 103km-long expressway linking the two localities in the 2025-28 period, said a local official. The administration of Khanh Hoa recently told relevant agencies to work with a consulting unit on a proposal to develop the Nha Trang - Lien Khuong Expressway project, Nguyen Tan Tuan, chairman of the Khanh Hoa People’s Committee, said on Thursday. According to the proposal, the route would start from an intersection with the Nha Trang - Cam Lam Expressway in Khanh Hoa to the end of the Lien Khuong - Prenn Expressway in Lam Dong, with some 48km of the route in Khanh Hoa and the rest in Lam Dong. The projected end of the Nha Trang - Lien Khuong Expressway project, which will link Khanh Hoa Province in south-central Vietnam with Lam Dong Province in the country’s Central Highlands region. Photo: Tran Huong / Tuoi Tre … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Nha Trang – Lien Khuong expy proposed to be built in next 3 years

Vietnam and Bangladesah have ample room for achieving stronger growth in their bilateral trade cooperation, as the two countries share many things in common, including being emerging economies with stable development, having large populations, markets, and sufficient human resources. In addition, a huge number of young people in the two countries are able to quickly embrace advanced technology and innovation trends, said Pham Viet Chien, Vietnamese Ambassador to Bangladesh, the Vietnam News Agency reported. The two countries need to effectively implement bilateral agreements and cooperation mechanisms in multiple fields, especially the Joint Committee on economic, culture, science and technology cooperation. Both sides should continue to study and develop new cooperation mechanisms on par with each nation’s need for further growth, he said. The two Asian nations also share many others in common, in terms of their foreign policies about global and regional issues. They … [Read more...] about Much room for growth in Vietnam – Bangladesh trade ties: Vietnamese ambassador

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (2nd from left) and other delegates at the photo exhibition . (Photo: VNA) Dhaka (VNA) – National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue joined a ribbon-cutting ceremony to kick off a photo exhibition on the five-decade long Vietnam-Bangladesh diplomatic relations in Dhaka on September 21, as part of his official visit to the South Asian nation. The exhibition, organised by the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), displayed 20 large-format photographs carefully selected from the VNA’s archives. They showcase significant and prominent moments in the bilateral relationship, high-level reciprocal visits between Vietnamese and Bangladeshi leaders, and Vietnam's landscape, people, and culture. Among them, there are those capturing the events of Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong receiving visiting Speaker of the Parliament of Bangladesh Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury in Vietnam, and of Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung and his Bangladeshi … [Read more...] about NA Chairman attends opening ceremony of photo exhibition on Vietnam-Bangladesh ties

Signing the agreement signaled that Vietnam is an active and responsible member of the international community. Vietnamese Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son signed the United Nations Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (The High Seas Treaty) on September 20, making Vietnam one of the first countries to join the internationally legally binding instrument under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son signs the United Nations' Treaty of the High Seas.  Photo: VNA As part of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's working trip to the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week, the signing of the treaty conveyed the message that Vietnam is a positive and responsible member of the international community and that the country is committed to joining hands with countries to address global issues and contribute … [Read more...] about Vietnam becomes one of first nations to sign High Seas Treaty

A hemodialysis patient (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam currently has 350 hemodialysis units with 3,500 medical staff and over 5,500 machines performing dialysis for about 33,000 patients, the recent second scientific conference of the Vietnam Dialysis Association (VDA) revealed. VDA Chairman Dr Nguyen Huu Dung said Vietnam's dialysis industry is highly appreciated in Southeast Asia and has made strong progress in catching up with the world-class level, most notably with techniques such as cyclic dialysis, online hemodiafiltration and blood adsorption. However, with many kidney failure patients needing dialysis, a shortage of dialysis equipment has occurred. He said that patients have to undergo dialysis on shifts, even at night. "Despite efforts over the past time, which are highly appreciated, Vietnam's dialysis sector is facing challenges when chronic kidney failure patients are younger, and the number of patients in need of treatment is on the upward trend. Hence, … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s dialysis sector commended in Southeast Asia

During the 78 th UN General Assembly High-Level Week in New York, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with top executives from global giants, including the space exploration tech firm SpaceX on September 20. In a notable discussion, PM Chinh met with Tim Hughes, senior vice president in charge of Global Business and Government Affairs at SpaceX. During their conversation, Hughes said, "SpaceX is planning an investment of approximately $500 million in Vietnam, and we're keen on obtaining a licence to introduce our Starlink services in the country." Chinh warmly welcomed SpaceX's proactive investment proposal and encouraged the company to "coordinate with Vietnamese agencies and relevant entities to expedite the project's deployment." Additionally, it's essential to consider competitive pricing to align with Vietnam's developmental objectives and legal framework," Chinh said. The PM emphasised the need for SpaceX to collaborate with Vietnam's Ministry of Planning … [Read more...] about SpaceX targets $500 million investment in Vietnam