Vietnam continues to benefit from its broad re-opening strategy, which saw a huge crowd flocking to tourist hotspots in the country and household spending rebound. Vietnam’s economic recovery is gaining momentum despite heightened global uncertainty related to the protracted war in Ukraine, higher commodity prices, and tightening global financial conditions, according to the World Bank. Cargo handling at Dinh Vu port, Haiphong. Photo: Cong Hung In its latest report, the World Bank pointed out the robust growth of industrial production by 9.4% in April, comparable to pre-pandemic rates. Manufactures of apparel, footwear, electronics, electrical equipment, and metal products were the most dynamic sub-sectors, registering double-digit growth rates, it added. However, machinery manufacturing slowed from 26.6% year-on-year in March to only 5.1% in April. This deceleration was related to supply chain disruptions caused by lockdowns in China, which led to a … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s economic recovery gaining momentum
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Vietnam, Laos boost construction of road linking two capital cities
There should be special mechanisms for economic ties between the two countries. The governments of Vietnam and Laos are closely working on the construction of the Hanoi-Vientiane expressway project that will facilitate sea access to land-locked Laos. Chairman of Vietnam’s National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue speaks with Vietnamese businesses in Laos on May 15. Photos: Quochoi The information was released by Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue of Vietnam’s National Assembly who is on his three-day visit to Lao starting on May 15. Hanoi-Vientiane expressway, which is being built with funding from Japan, will enable Laos to access the sea in Vung Ang Seaport, Vietnam’s central province of Ha Tinh. Launched in 2016, the 725-km project, with an estimated investment of US$4.5 billion, is expected to boost economic connectivity between the two countries and Thailand’s northeast. Hue said the two countries' economic ties need to be boosted to become commensurate to the strong … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Laos boost construction of road linking two capital cities
SEA Games 31: Vietnam’s shooting team earns first medal
With the achievement of a silver medal, shooter Phi Thanh Thao was awarded a hot bonus of VND5 million (US$218) from the leader of Vietnam Sports Delegation. This morning, the shooter and her teammate Le Thi Mong Tuyen qualified for the women’s 10-meter air rifle final. After the first 12 shots, Mong Tuyen was eliminated from the final against competitors of Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia with a total point of 120.4. In the next turns, shooter Phi Thanh Thao continued to hold the top three. In the last two shots being the 23rd and 24th shots of the final, athlete Thao was the second runner up with 246.2 points to win a silver medal. This was also the first medal from Vietnam’s shooting team. The gold medal belonged to Indonesian shooter Mubarokah with 247 points. On the competition day, Vietnam’s shooting team is waiting for more medals in the 25-meter rapid-fire pistol. By Minh Chien- Translated by Huyen Huong … [Read more...] about SEA Games 31: Vietnam’s shooting team earns first medal
SEA Games 31: dancesport ‘mine gold’ for Vietnam
Nguyen Doan Minh Truong and Dang Thu Huong of Vietnam in a performance at SEA Games 31 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Dancesport became a “gold mine” for Vietnam at the 31st SEA Games with five golds and one silver added to the country’s medal tally on May 15, the first day of competition. Dancesport events are taking place on two days, May 15 and 16 at Long Bien competition hall in Hanoi, with the participation of athletes from six countries - the Philippines, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam. The pair Nguyen Trung Kien - Pham Hong Anh of Vietnam walked away with gold in Samba and Rumba, and silver in Cha cha cha. Meanwhile, gold medals in Paso Doble, Jive, and Latin Five Dance went to the pair of Nguyen Doan Minh Truong and Dang Thu Huong also of Vietnam. At the end of the first day of the dancesport competition, the Philippines team had one gold, three silver, and two bronze medals. The Thai team brought home two silver medals and four … [Read more...] about SEA Games 31: dancesport ‘mine gold’ for Vietnam
Vietnam to play Malaysia in SEA Games football semifinal
A 2-2 with Cambodia caused Malaysia to lose the top group position to Thailand, who deafeated Laos 1-0 also on Monday to have nine points after four matches. Hosts Vietnam top Group A with 10 points. Thailand will play Indonesia in the other semifinal. Both matches will be played on Thursday. The match between Thailand and Indonesia will begin at 4 p.m. at Thien Truong Stadium in the northern Nam Dinh Province, and the match between Vietnam and Malaysia at 7 p.m. at Viet Tri Stadium in the northern Phu Tho Province. Vietnam beat Indonesia 3-0 in the final of the previous SEA Games in the Philippines to claim gold medal. The Vietnam match will be reported live on VnExpress International. … [Read more...] about Vietnam to play Malaysia in SEA Games football semifinal
C.P. Vietnam supplies food for SEA Games’ volunteers
Sakchai Chatchaisophon, C.P. Vietnam vice-chairman (right), handed over 3.4 tonnes of food to Hanoi's Youth Union On May 14, at the C.P. Vietnam's Hanoi branch, vice chairman of the company Sakchai Chatchaisophon handed over tonnes of food to Nguyen Duc Tien, member of the Central Executive Committee of the Youth Union, chairman of the Vietnam Youth Union in Hanoi, and Ngo Van Thien, standing vice chairman of the Hanoi's Vietnam Youth Union. This food was made by C.P. Vietnam and includes 3.4 tonnes of processed chicken for meals of the SEA Games 31's volunteers, adding a variety of dishes to the menus of volunteers. Tien said, "SEA Games 31 has opened for a few days, and the volunteers have been working for one month at the competition sites, including receptionists, interpreters, cheerleaders, and supporting activities. In total, we have 5,000 volunteers." Chatchaisophon also introduced the production and business activities at the factories of C.P. Vietnam and food … [Read more...] about C.P. Vietnam supplies food for SEA Games’ volunteers
Herbalife Vietnam awards first 30 gold medals of Vietnamese athletes at SEA Games
Herbalife Vietnam awarded Wushu athlete Duong Thuy Vi By the end of May 13, the Vietnamese sports delegation led the medal ranking with 26 gold medals, 13 silver medals, and 17 bronze medals. Thereby, the representative of Herbalife Vietnam awarded prizes to the first gold medalists Le Cong Hoang Hai, Le Duc Dong, Nguyen Thi Thanh Tram, Tran Thuong, Bui Minh Quan, Pham Nguyen Hong Mo, and To Thi Trang in Kurash; the team of Nguyen Thi Thu Ha, Nguyen Thi Huyen, and Vuong Thi in the Pencak Silat's women's group boxing; Pham Van Mach and Dang Thanh Tung in weightlifting; Duong Thuy Vi in women's Wushu; and Pham Quoc Khanh in men's Wushu. On April 28, Herbalife Vietnam accompanied the Vietnam Olympic Committee (VOC) to organise the departure ceremony for more than 1,000 Vietnamese athletes and coaches to attend the 31 st SEA Games to be held in Vietnam during May 12-23, 2022. Herbalife Vietnam awarded weightlifting athlete Pham Van Mach Herbalife Vietnam has … [Read more...] about Herbalife Vietnam awards first 30 gold medals of Vietnamese athletes at SEA Games
Roche Pharma Vietnam co-creating partnerships in sustainable health
"We are constantly looking for other areas to cooperate with the government. We bring to the table expertise in healthcare management, in regulatory affairs, even in logistics." - Lennor Carrillo, general director at Roche Pharma Vietnam During Roche’s 28 years in Vietnam, the company has moved beyond its traditional role as a pharma company and partnered with the government, hospitals, and doctors to improve the entire healthcare ecosystem. Could you share some highlights and difficulties of the journey? Roche celebrated its 125th birthday globally, and in that time span, we’ve tried to go beyond the drug-patient kind of approach and make a bigger impact. In Vietnam, aside from the government, additional partners that we have worked with include the Vietnam Medical Association, the Bright Future Fund, the National Cancer Institute, the National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, and other medical institutes and hospitals. A good example of the partnership we … [Read more...] about Roche Pharma Vietnam co-creating partnerships in sustainable health
Vietnam Airlines joins SkyTeam’s Sustainable Flight Challenge programme
Passengers on Vietnam Airlines ' flight were welcomed with a cloth bag and card conveying the message of environmental protection, all made from environment lly-friendly materials. (Photo courtesy of Vietnam Airlines) Hanoi (VNA) – The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has participated in "The Sustainable Flight Challenge" (TSFC) programme, launched by SkyTeam Airline Alliance, with the first flight from Hanoi to the Republic of Korea’s Seoul. The programme aims to encourage ideas for aviation sustainable development , further reduce aviation’s impact on the environment and spur breakthrough ideas that can be shared across the industry. It has drawn the participation of 16 airlines from many countries including the United States, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, China and the Republic of Korea. Participating carriers will be judged across 14 categories by an international panel of judges with members who are experts from related fields. The winners … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines joins SkyTeam’s Sustainable Flight Challenge programme
PM meets Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (R) presents a souvenir to Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, head of the Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the United Nations . (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Officials and staff of Vietnamese representative agencies must keep abreast of global issues such as pandemic response, resource exhaustion, population aging and climate change in order to fulfill their tasks, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said on May 15 (US time). United Nations (UN) as part of his trip to the US. external relations . At the event. (Photo: VNA) According to the PM, it is essential to have deep knowledge on the role of the UN and the role of Vietnam in the UN. He asked the delegation to continue to further review the country’s experience during the two tenures serving as a non-permanent member in the UN Security Council. VNA … [Read more...] about PM meets Permanent Delegation of Vietnam to the UN