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While the international aviation industry has encountered many difficulties returning to pre-pandemic levels, the Vietnamese aviation industry has made significant efforts to overcome these challenges and become a positive example in the world. Recently, international demand for flights surging during the vacation season, several airports have experienced delays, cancellations, or missing baggage. While the aviation industry of many countries is struggling with such problems, the Vietnamese aviation industry has been recognized as a "good example" for managing to increase the number of flights to meet the high demand following the pandemic without major problems. Difficulties with international travel Instead of getting a direct flight from Finland to France as planned, Hoang Quyen and her family had an unpleasant experience because the airline changed the flight at the last minute. Only when they got to the check-in counter at the airport, were they informed that the … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s aviation industry thrives after COVID-19 pandemic

Ceremony to announce USAID's provision of 10 more liquid oxygen systems to Vietnam’s hospitals (Photo: USAID) Hanoi (VNA) - The US Mission to Vietnam , through the US Agency for International Development (USAID), recently announced the provision of liquid oxygen systems for 10 additional Vietnamese hospitals , bringing the total number to 23. USAID/Vietnam Mission Director Aler Grubbs made the announcement on September 26 afternoon alongside leaders from the Ministry of Health and numerous provincial departments of health, who were gathered to celebrate the completion of USAID’s installation of liquid oxygen systems in 13 hospitals across five provinces, according to the agency’s press release. Increasing patients’ access to oxygen strengthens the nation’s health care system and saves lives. The completed liquid oxygen systems help 13 hospitals to support the care of patients with severe cases of COVID-19, as well as those suffering other respiratory ailments, such … [Read more...] about US presents 10 more liquid oxygen systems to Vietnam’s hospitals

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

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

Delegates attend the forum. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A forum themed “Women of Vietnam , Laos and Cambodia promote international cooperation and integration for green and sustainable development in a COVID-19 world” was held in a hybrid format in Hanoi, Vientiane (Laos) and Phnom Penh (Cambodia) on September 28. The forum, initiated by the Vietnam Women ’s Union (VWU), offered a chance for delegates to exchange experience and initiatives to promote the role of women in green and sustainable development and strengthen cooperation in this field. In her opening remarks, VWU President Ha Thi Nga said that this was an important event among a series of activities to celebrate the Vietnam-Laos Friendship and Solidarity Year, and the Vietnam-Cambodia Friendship Year 2022. Women are not only subject to many negative impacts of global climate change, environmental pollution, diseases, especially the COVID-19 pandemic, but also active factors in environmental … [Read more...] about Women of Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia cooperate for green, sustainable development

Southeast Asian on-demand, multi-service platform Gojek has been designed specifically to meet the needs of people in the region and address its challenges. With its wide range of services – from transportation to food delivery, logistics and more – the Gojek app has become an essential part of people’s everyday lives. Headquartered in Indonesia with additional operations in Vietnam and Singapore, the Gojek platform now has over 2.5 million driver-partners and more than one million food merchants across Southeast Asia, serving millions of consumers daily. In Vietnam, Gojek has made significant progress and impact since its entry into the market in 2018. It now offers four services in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi – GoRide (2-wheel ride-hailing), GoCar (car ride-hailing), GoFood (online food delivery), and GoSend (package delivery) – all of which help to make life easier for consumers while improving income opportunities for its driver-partners and small restaurants and eateries. … [Read more...] about Gojek Vietnam leveraging tech to remove life’s frictions

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

The Saigon River Tunnel in Ho Chi Minh City has some damage after more than 10 years of operation but it is still safe in terms of load-carrying capacity, local transport authorities reported. The municipal Department of Transport released the conclusion after considering a recent report of the municipal Urban Traffic Operation Management Center, which makes regular evaluations over the quality of the Saigon River Tunnel, which opened to traffic in late 2011. Damaged spots are being dealt with and monitored, the department said, citing the report. Specifically, some cracks have been detected in a U-shaped concrete section of the tunnel and they have been filled with glue. Many points of water-soaked spots were found in the surrounding wall of the tunnel although the wall has been covered with concrete mortar. These penetration points have been treated by concreting or gluing. Some points on the surface of the tunnel are also inundated with water and have been addressed but … [Read more...] about Saigon River Tunnel confirmed safe during test after decade in operation

Within the framework of the National Research Programme on Great Places to Work, Viet Research tied up with VIR to release the Top 500 Vietnam Best Employers (VBE500) rankings, which recognise enterprises with the best achievements in terms of job generation, employee welfare, and business results. The programme has political and social significance to raise awareness among the community, businesses, and employees about developing human resources, employee welfare policies, corporate culture, and employer reputation. The list of businesses in the VBE500 rankings is posted on the programme portal bestemployer.vn/ Military-run telecommunications group Viettel took the lead in the VBE500 rankings as the company has generated jobs for over 40,000 employees with an average income of VND35 million ($1,473) per month at the parent company. To develop human resources, Viettel not only rotates talented personnel for important positions but also supports employees to unlock their … [Read more...] about Top 500 Vietnam Best Employers 2022

Check out the news you should not miss today: COVID-19 Updates -- Vietnam’s Ministry of Health reported 1,587 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, raising the national tally to 11,476,908, with 10,589,817 recoveries and 43,147 deaths. Politics -- Cuban Prime Minister arrived in Hanoi on Wednesday night for his official visit to Vietnam from now to October 2 at the invitation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. Society -- Border guards at Lao Cai International Border Gate in the namesake province in northern Vietnam received 110 illegal Vietnamese migrants on Wednesday, who had been handed over by Chinese authorities. -- Four police officers in Soc Trang Province, located in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, have been suspended from work after they were caught on camera beating up a resident earlier this week. -- Many people in Nghe An Province, north-central Vietnam had to move their belongings to safe places on Wednesday night as heavy downpours submerged roads and … [Read more...] about Breakfast @ Tuoi Tre News – September 29