NDO/VNA - Vietnamese people in Cambodia and the UK have held their Lunar New Year (Tet) celebrations, with Vietnam’s biggest traditional festival just over a week away.A banquet was held by the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia on February 6, attracting representatives from among the Vietnamese businesses and students in the country, the Association of Vietnamese-Cambodian people, and some Vietnamese provinces bordering Cambodia.Addressing the event, Ambassador Vu Quang Minh noted Vietnam’s achievements last year, adding that 2017 was a year of significant diplomatic successes, especially the hosting of the APEC Summit, which exalted the stature of the country.On February 5, nearly 200 Vietnamese students of the University of the West of England, located in the UK city of Bristol, and their international peers from nearby universities also gathered for a programme of celebrations for Tet.The event is an annual occurrence and featured numerous activities, including plays, … [Read more...] about Vietnamese New Year hailed with celebrations in Cambodia, UK
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Celebrations welcome Vietnamese New Year in Cambodia, UK
A banquet was held by the Vietnamese Embassy in Cambodia on February 6, attracting representatives of Vietnamese businesses and students in the country, the Association of Vietnamese-Cambodian people and some Vietnamese provinces bordering Cambodia such as Dak Lak, Gia Lai and Tay Ninh. Addressing the event, Ambassador Vu Quang Minh highlighted Vietnam’s achievements last year, adding that 2017 recorded significant diplomatic successes, especially hosting APEC Year 2017, helping to promote the country’s stature. Regarding Vietnam-Cambodia ties, he said the two sides continued delegation exchanges at all levels and strengthened trust between their leaders and peoples. Ministries, sectors and localities coordinated to organise activities marking 50 years of diplomatic ties. Bilateral trade reached US$3.7 billion in 2017, up 28% year on year. With 196 investment projects worth nearly US$3 billion, Vietnam is among the five biggest foreign investors in Cambodia. The … [Read more...] about Celebrations welcome Vietnamese New Year in Cambodia, UK
Hanoi leader extends New Year wishes to Buddhists
Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Hoang Trung Hai presents Tet gifts to the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (Source: hanoimoi.com.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Hoang Trung Hai extended his New Year wishes to Buddhist dignitaries and followers nationwide when paying a Tet visit to the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS) at Quan Su pagoda on February 6. He hailed the success of the VBS’s eighth congress in late 2017 and activities conducted by the VBS and its chapters, particularly those to reduce poverty. He reported that the capital city gained numerous achievements last year with all 20 set target fulfilled, saying these results were partly contributed by Buddhist dignitaries and followers in the locality. Most Venerable Thich Thanh Nhieu, standing Vice Chairman of the VBS’s Executive Council, said that Buddhist dignitaries and followers always exert efforts to further develop the city. Over the past five years, the VBS has collected and … [Read more...] about Hanoi leader extends New Year wishes to Buddhists
FMCG forecasted to grow fast during Lunar New Year festivities
With increasing income and a newfound hunger for better living quality, Vietnamese consumers are shopping more and more. They are no longer considered as the highest savers anymore, as they are ready to spend much on consumption, tourism, and household appliance goods.According to a survey produced by Nielsen, after essential living expenses, Vietnamese consumers are ready to spend on tourism, shopping, new hi-tech gadgets, and other entertainment services. The high growth potential of the economy and increasing consumption demand are expected to boost FMCG at the end of 2017 and in the first month of 2018.The results of Nielsen’s Market Pulse research showed that FMCG grew by 5% in the second quarter of 2017 in Vietnam, and 5.8% in the third quarter. This figure was forecasted at 6-7% in the fourth quarter. Additionally, an increasing number of super markets and grocery stores are spurring the growth of the FMCG segment in the country.In 2017, the market saw heated competition … [Read more...] about FMCG forecasted to grow fast during Lunar New Year festivities
Traditional Lunar New Year shopping in Southeast Asia moves online
The company’s deep-dive into shoppers’ online purchasing activities revealed that preparations for the Lunar New Year began right at the start of the year with online sales showing a general increase from January 3, 2017 onwards and declined five days before the first day of festivities. In line with shopping habits during this season, the fashion and food categories saw a 68.5 per cent increase in online sales. In addition, there was a spike in online travel sales right after the first two days of the Lunar New Year in Vietnam.The findings are based on an analysis of 3.5 million online transactions made on key online commerce platforms, including mobile apps, desktop web, and mobile web in Singapore, Taiwan, and Vietnam before, during, and after the 2017 Lunar New Year.“In the period just before Lunar New Year, we often see increasing sales in certain categories as people shop for new clothes and stock up on festive treats. They are now also making these purchases … [Read more...] about Traditional Lunar New Year shopping in Southeast Asia moves online