President Vo Van Thuong (R) and Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Sengphet Houngboungnuang (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – In every step of Vietnam's development, there has always been the support and assistance of the fraternal Lao Party, State and people, said President Vo Van Thuong at a September 21 reception for outgoing Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Sengphet Houngboungnuang . He said the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos in recent times has always been strengthened and developed, achieving practical results in all aspects. The two countries’ agencies and localities have regularly engaged in exchanges and cooperation. Thanks to the effective implementation of bilateral cooperation agreements, economic and trade ties have yielded positive results while collaboration in theoretical research, training, national defence and security has also seen significant progress. Both sides have also offered mutual support in global and … [Read more...] about President hails Lao support for Vietnam’s development
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VFF Central Committee, Lao NA’s Ethnic Affairs Committee promote cooperation
Vice President of the Vietnam Fatherland Front's Central Committee Truong Thi Ngoc Anh (R) and Chairman of the the Lao National Assembly's Ethnic Affairs CommitteeKhamchanh Sotapaserth at their meeting in Hanoi on September 21 (Photo: mattran.org.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – A visiting delegation from the Lao National Assembly (NA)’s Ethnic Affairs Committee headed by its Chairman Khamchanh Sotapaserth had a working session with the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee in Hanoi on September 21. Commending the VFF’s outstanding achievements in recent times, Sotapaserth highlighted the body’s vital role in uniting and mobilising people to pursue socio-economic development goals and sustainable poverty reduction. In response, Vice President of the VFF Central Committee Truong Thi Ngoc Anh affirmed that the visit holds significant importance, contributing to further strengthening the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the … [Read more...] about VFF Central Committee, Lao NA’s Ethnic Affairs Committee promote cooperation
FM meets senior officials of Laos, Salomon Islands, Uganda, EU
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (R) meets with Lao Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith in New York on September 20. (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Laos Saleumxay Kommasith, Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade of the Salomon Islands Jeremiah Manele, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Uganda Henry Oryem Okello, and Vice President of the European Commission for Interinstitutional Relations Maros Sefcovic in New York on September 20. The meetings took place on the occasion of their attendance in the high-level general debate of the United Nations General Assembly. Talking to Kommasith, Son applauded the sound development of the two countries’ relations, especially high-level mutual visits and meetings, and the promotion of key cooperation projects in the recent past. The Lao official spoke highly … [Read more...] about FM meets senior officials of Laos, Salomon Islands, Uganda, EU
Vietnamese, Lao legislative bodies enhance cooperation
Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Khac Dinh (R) and Chairman of the Lao NA’s Ethnic Affairs Committee Khamchanh Sotapaserth . (Photo: quochoi.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Khac Dinh hosted a reception for a delegation of the Lao NA’s Ethnic Affairs Committee led by its Chairman Khamchanh Sotapaserth in Hanoi on September 21. Dinh highlighted the special relationship and friendship between Vietnam and Laos, as well as cooperation between their legislative bodies, which has been growing intensively, practically and effectively. He spoke highly of the cooperation agreement between the Vietnamese NA’s council and the Lao committee with many specific contents, and lauded contributions by the Lao delegation to the Ninth Global Conference on Young Parliamentarians which took place recently in Hanoi. The official suggested the two legislatures and their committees maintain their coordination in … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, Lao legislative bodies enhance cooperation
German press: Vietnam is a fascinating travel destination
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
Vietnam’s Nha Trang – Lien Khuong expy proposed to be built in next 3 years
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
Seminar shares international experiences in building smart cities
VASS President Dr. Phan Chi Hieu stressed that the building of smart urban areas is expected to bolster innovation and start-up, create jobs for young people, narrow income gap and promote digital economy. Besides, smart urban areas also aims to fully tap green energy sources, applies science to optimize resources while stepping up sustainable production and consumption. At COP26, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh pledged to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, he said, adding that the government, ministries, sectors and localities have carried out action programs on green energy transition, carbon emission reduction and green growth. LASES President Dr. Sonethanou Thammavong shared that Laos has many projects on developing smart cities, digital transition and sustainable green growth to cope with climate change. Smart urban development needs to focus on human, particularly improving the life quality of people, he stressed. Meanwhile, RAC President … [Read more...] about Seminar shares international experiences in building smart cities
Green goals can be achieved with collective focus
What does the deal mean to your company and customers? Sébastien Prioux, CEO of GreenYellow Vietnam and Cambodia This transaction represents a significant milestone for GreenYellow and our partners. With more than 180MWp of solar projects in operation and construction, we are focusing on offering very competitive solar electricity to our clients thanks to our ability to finance our projects through aggressive conditions. This deal with the Asian Development Bank and other pool of lenders is an innovative competitive project financing mechanism combining both offshore loans and grants which also covers the lack of long-term VND funding at a fixed interest rate, and potential volatility of the VND-USD exchange rate. In the end, this will benefit to all our clients and partners. Vietnam aims for 50 per cent rooftop solar adoption in offices and residential buildings by 2030. How can the nation realise the target? Vietnam has a very ambitious strategy under the … [Read more...] about Green goals can be achieved with collective focus
Hanoi Fall Festival 2023 captivates visitors with unique activities
The 2023 Hanoi Fall Festival program will take place from September 29 to October 1 at Hoan Kiem Lake walking street and Hanoi Children's Palace. The first Hanoi Fall Festival with the theme "Hanoi - Come to fall in love" will be held at Hoan Kiem Walking Space and Hanoi Children's Palace from September 29 to October 1, aiming to promote travel to the capital in Autumn, the season when Hanoi is considered to be at its best. The information was announced by Deputy Director of Hanoi Promotion Agency (HPA) Nguyen Thi Mai Anh at a press conference in Hanoi on September 20. Foreign tourists visit Hanoi's Book Street. Photo: Hoai Nam/The Hanoi Times According to Anh, this is the first iteration of an event showcasing Hanoi's culture and cuisine on Capital Liberation Day (October 10). The festival will feature 150 booths from people's committees in 10 districts of Hoan Kiem, Me Linh, Quoc Oai, Ung Hoa, Ba Dinh, Nam Tu Liem, Cau Giay, Dong Anh, Ba Vi and Gia … [Read more...] about Hanoi Fall Festival 2023 captivates visitors with unique activities
Remote mountain gem poised to become national tourist area
Under the planning scheme for Yen Bai for 2021-2030 and beyond, approved by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, there will be two large-scale national tourist areas in the province: Thac Ba Lake and Mu Cang Chai. Under the current regulations, the national tourist area must have at least two tourism resources; establishments providing food, shopping, sports, entertainment, recreation, and health care services; accommodation facilities for at least 300,000 visitors per year; and accommodation of four stars or higher. Mu Cang Chai, home to ethnic minority groups, primarily the Hmong people, is a seven hours drive northwest of Hanoi. The remote rural district is famed for its terraced rice fields, which change color depending on the time of the year. Due to its rugged terrain, infrastructure has not yet been developed. In 2022, Mu Cang Chai received 350,000 visitors. Currently the country has seven national tourist areas: Tuyen Lam Lake (Lam Dong), Sa Pa (Lao Cai), Sam Mountain (An … [Read more...] about Remote mountain gem poised to become national tourist area