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By introducing COCA-COLA bottles made from 100 per cent rPET, the company expects to avoid using around 2,000 tonnes of new plastic in Vietnam annually. The new rPET packaging will debut this September for bottles of COCA-COLA Original and COCA-COLA Zero Sugar, including 300ml bottles, and offers the double benefit of convenience and sustainability for on-the-go consumers in Vietnam. This announcement is a significant step for the Coca-Cola system in Vietnam to grow its circular economy vision and help bottles become another bottle. The safety of the new rPET plastic packaging has been thoroughly reviewed and complies with Vietnam's regulations and The Coca-Cola Company’s strict global standards for food-grade rPET packaging. Consumers around the country can expect the same refreshing taste of COCA-COLA in a more sustainable package. CEO of Coca-Cola Beverages Vietnam Co., Ltd. Peeyush Sharma said, “PET plastic bottles have value beyond their first use and can be used over … [Read more...] about Coca-Cola Vietnam introduces 100 per cent recycled plastic bottles

Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue witnessed the exchange of cooperation deals at the Vietnam-India Business Forum in New Delhi on December 17, 2021. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - The Times of India has recently published an article highlighting the strong development of economic relations between Vietnam and India. S D Pradhan wrote in the article, entitled "Growing India-Vietnam economic relations", that 2022 is an important landmark in the diplomatic relations between the two countries. While formal diplomatic relations were established in 1972, the history of relations between the two countries stretches back more than 2000-year-old. Historians point out that economic and cultural links can be traced back to the 2nd BC and that Buddhism reached Vietnam via Indian delegations in the 3rd or 2nd BC. As per legends, Chu Dong Tu (a famous Vietnamese divine being and a ruler) became a disciple of an Indian Buddhist monk and Luy Lau, in Bac Ninh province, … [Read more...] about India-Vietnam economic ties grow strongly

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (L) meets with Vice President of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce Richard Schenz during a visit to Austria in September 2021. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Austria was one of the first western countries to set up diplomatic ties with Vietnam. Fifty years have passed since the establishment of the relationship, the two countries have enjoyed great strides in bilateral cooperation. Thriving bilateral relations According to Vietnamese Ambassador to Austria Nguyen Trung Kien, since the diplomatic relations were set up on December 1, 1972, the two countries’ relations have recorded progress in all aspects, from politics to economy, trade, and investment. Mutual visits and meetings between leaders of Vietnam and Austria have been maintained. Most recently, Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue visited the European nation in September 2021 to attend the fifth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (WCSP5) at the … [Read more...] about Vietnam – Austria relations see unceasing development

CPV's staff collecting marine waste Currently, the marine environment everywhere is seriously polluted by waste and Vietnam is considered the country that accounts for the fourth largest amount of waste discharged into the sea – with a volume of about 280,000-730,000 tonnes per year. Pollution from waste in coastal waters in Vietnam is extremely alarming and it has been hindering the sustainable development of Vietnam's marine ecosystems. Cleaning the sea and raising awareness of environmental protection among employees and the community is one of the activities C.P.Vietnam (CPV) has been implementing for many years. On the occasion of the International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 16 every year, while also implementing the project from the mother company CPF Restore the Ocean on September 24, CPV cooperated with the Youth Social Work Center on the Coastal Cleanup project at Long Hai and Phuoc Hai beaches. These beaches are beautiful and attract many tourists, but in … [Read more...] about C.P. Vietnam collects marine waste for sustainable environmental protection

Delegates at the fifth Vietnam-Laos People Friendship Festival . (Photo: VNA) Quang Tri (VNA) – The fifth Vietnam-Laos People Friendship Festival opened in the central province of Quang Tri, which borders Laos’ Savannakhet and Salavan provinces, on September 28. In his opening remarks, President of the Vietnam-Laos Friendship Association Tran Van Tuy said that the festival offers a chance for the two countries to look back at their traditional solidarity and glorious struggles for national liberation, especially when Quang Tri and Laos' Savannakhet are the two historical locations on the legendary Truong Son Trail, which is one of the important factors behind the victory of the two countries. Through the festival’s activities, delegates will exchange experience and measures to step up friendship and cooperation activities between the two peoples, he said. Politburo member and permanent Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Tran Thanh Man, who is also President of the … [Read more...] about Fifth Vietnam-Laos People Friendship Festival opens in Quang Tri

As part of the event, two new promotional products on digital platforms, including Virtual Exhibition: Vietnamese Lacquer Painting and Video Games about Vietnamese culture ( Lac Viet Adventures ) were officially launched. The exhibition introduces outstanding Vietnamese lacquer works, lacquer development history, and Vietnamese lacquer painting techniques. As for the video game, Lac Viet Adventures showcases the uniqueness and beauty of Vietnamese culture. Vietnam Days in Austria will provide the public with an overview of the 50-year friendship and partnership between Vietnam and Austria. The event in India is slated for November 3-4 in New Delhi. It comprises a number of meaningful activities in the fields of economy, culture, and politics. Vietnam Days in Korea will take place in Seoul on the sidelines of the high-level Vietnamese leader's official visit to the Republic of Korea from the end of November to the beginning of December./. VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam to promote culture in Austria, India, RoK

One of the weaknesses of Vietnamese enterprises is the poor compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations at their factories, said Takao Kazaoka, deputy general director in charge of purchasing at AEON Vietnam. The three most important factors of products sold at the supermarkets of AEON Vietnam are quality, price, and taste, Kazaoka said on the sidelines of the opening ceremony of the 2022 Vietnamese Product Exhibition Week on Tuesday. Products of the same type may appear to have similar quality, but there can be a difference when it comes to the level of compliance with food hygiene and safety rules at the factory, he continued, adding that this is the weakness of many Vietnamese enterprises. AEON Vietnam has a purchasing and quality assurance department to make sure that products from its suppliers meet all standards. If the products are not up to the mark, the department will work with the suppliers to help them make necessary improvements. The quality and supply … [Read more...] about Food safety among weaknesses of Vietnamese enterprises: AEON Vietnam

During a reception in Hanoi on September 9 for Chairman of the European Parliament (E.P.)’s Committee on International Trade (INTA) Bernd Lange, Son stressed that Vietnam seriously delivers on commitments in the E.U.-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), including those regarding sustainable development. He added that Vietnam will continue perfecting its law related to labour as well as follow international commitments to which it is a member. The host suggested both sides continue deepening bilateral ties via increasing the exchange of high-level delegations, effectively implementing existing cooperation mechanisms, accelerating the approval of the E.U.-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement, and expanding coordination in climate change, innovation, green and digital transformation, sustainable development, renewable energy, health care and food security. He wished they would continue working effectively together at multilateral forums, including the ASEAN-E.U. framework. He … [Read more...] about Vietnam considers E.U. one of top important partners: Minister

Accordingly, the two sides agreed that Cambodia will send delegations to visit and work in Vietnam in 2024 and 2026, while Vietnam will send delegations to Cambodia in 2023 and 2025. The two sides will coordinate to organise the Vietnamese Culture Week in Cambodia in 2024 and 2026, and the Cambodian Culture Week in Vietnam in 2023 and 2025. In 2027, the two culture weeks will be held in the two countries on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and Cambodia, along with other activities such as art performances and exhibitions. The two sides will support and create favourable conditions for the cooperation between their agencies operating in cultural and artistic research, conservation of traditional cultural heritage, fine arts, photography, exhibitions and libraries; and the organisation of cultural and art exchange programmes in border areas. Vietnam will train Cambodian students at cultural and art schools managed by the Ministry of Culture, … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Cambodia boost cooperation in culture, art

Only one of Tran Tra My’s fingers is strong enough to type on a computer, but that hasn’t stopped her from filling pages with stories of good deeds and big dreams. A sever childhood illness which severely damaged her limbs hasn’t stopped My from rising through Vietnam’s literary ranks to become an inspiring, household name known sharing motivational stories, spreading her love of live, and making a change in society. Only one finger left to type Tra My was born in 1986 in Quang Tri Province, located on Vietnam’s north-central coast. When she was three months old, an extremely high fever led to seizures and permanent damage to her legs and hands. Not only are her legs too weak to walk, her hands are unable to hold a pen properly and her speech is hindered by her inability to make her mouth move properly.  Doctors and family suspected that she’d be housebound her life. Though she never attended school, Tra My was able to learn how to read and write with the help of her … [Read more...] about Disabled Vietnamese author publishes 4th book