Vietnam and the U.S. have announced their intention to bolster cooperation in the fields of science, technology, digital innovation, semiconductor manufacturing, and chip production, creating ample opportunities for Vietnamese tech firms to establish a strong presence in global supply chains. This cooperation is poised to present significant opportunities for the development of Vietnam’s domestic semiconductor sector, Vo Xuan Hoai, deputy director of the Vietnam National Innovation Center (NIC), said in an interview with Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper. The NIC has inked numerous memoranda of understanding with U.S. partners during Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s ongoing week-long visit to the U.S. for the high-level General Debate of the 78th United Nations General Assembly. Vietnam has identified science, technology, and innovation as the driving forces for its development. Consequently, collaboration with the U.S. is expected to hasten the transformation of Vietnam’s … [Read more...] about Cooperation with US to propel development of Vietnam’s semiconductor industry: expert
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6 Vietnamese schools make Times Higher Education World University Rankings
The six are Duy Tan University in Da Nang, Ton Duc Thang University in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Vietnam National University in Hanoi, Vietnam National University in HCMC, and Hue University. Duy Tan and Ton Duc Thang are ranked highest, but have slid from 401-500 last year to 601-800. The Vietnam National University in Hanoi has also dropped, from 1,001-1,200 to 1,201-1,500. The other three schools remain in the group of 1,501+. This year there are 1,904 universities in 108 countries and regions in the rankings, which are based on 18 indicators that measure an institution's performance across five areas: teaching, research environment, research quality, industry, and international outlook. The University of Oxford in the U.K. tops the ranking for the eighth year in a row, but others in the top five have switched places. Stanford University in the U.S. moves up to second place pushing Harvard University down to fourth. The Massachusetts … [Read more...] about 6 Vietnamese schools make Times Higher Education World University Rankings
In Vietnam, parents spend big on children’s education despite economic woes
No matter how expensive it is, many Vietnamese families willingly pay for their children’s education in spite of their tight money situation. Vietnamese parents commonly seek the best education for their children while sacrificing their own needs, said Dr. Le Thi Mai Lien, head of the psychology faculty at the Ho Chi Minh City University of Social Sciences and Humanities. Cutting down on all expenditures but for children’s education As soon as her two children enter the new school year earlier this month, a 43-year-old woman named N.T.T., who resides in Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, had to calculate her family’s expenditure to balance their spending and saving. After the COVID-19 pandemic, T. and her husband's total income decreased by more than VND20 million (approximately US$818) per month, so they have to tighten their belt to stabilize the investment in their children’s education. Years ago when their family was still financially solvent, they would frequently … [Read more...] about In Vietnam, parents spend big on children’s education despite economic woes
16 strange new parasitoid wasp species discovered in Vietnam
Researchers have discovered 16 new species of the elusive Loboscelidia, a type of parasitoid wasp, following a recent exploration in Vietnam that also uncovered their unique egg-burying behavior, according to ScienceDaily . The findings by scientists from Kyushu University in Japan and Vietnam’s National Museum of Nature were published in the European Journal of Taxonomy. Loboscelidia wasps are 2-5 mm in body length. The discovery has expanded the global count of the species by 30 percent to 67. While unnoticed by people, the wasps perform a vital function in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem. Assistant Professor Toshiharu Mita and Dr. Yu Hisasue of Kyushu University’s Faculty of Agriculture, together with Dr. Pham Hong Thai of the National Museum of Nature in Vietnam, conducted field surveys at six sites across the Southeast Asian country, setting traps and using nets to capture the tiny parasitoid wasps. On one occasion, they trapped a living female from one of … [Read more...] about 16 strange new parasitoid wasp species discovered in Vietnam
Vietnam eyes $10bn trade with Brazil by 2025: PM Pham Minh Chinh
Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh called on Brazilian enterprises to beef up trade and investment activities in Vietnam to fully tap the great cooperation potential between the two countries, with the aim of boosting two-way trade to US$10 billion by 2025. PM Chinh was speaking at a powwow with representatives of Brazilian businesses in Sao Paulo on Sunday morning (local time) after he and his entourage arrived a day earlier for a four-day official visit at the invitation of President Lula da Silva. “The political relationship between our two countries is very good, but trade and investment relations are still not comparable, as there is still a lot of room for cooperation that has yet to be tapped,” the PM said at the event. Last year, the trade turnover between the two countries reached $6.78 billion, with Vietnam mainly importing from Brazil. Such bilateral trade remained modest as Brazil is the largest South American country with a population of 214 million people, … [Read more...] about Vietnam eyes $10bn trade with Brazil by 2025: PM Pham Minh Chinh
Porsche Vietnam presents new Cayenne
With the vision "Further Together", Porsche Vietnam unveiled the all-new and thoroughly refined Cayenne. The third generation of the luxury SUV made its national debut at the Contemporary Space of Porsche Cayenne at Porsche Centre Saigon and Porsche Studio Hanoi, equipped with a highly digitalized display and control concept, new chassis technology, and innovative high-tech features. Ever since its world premiere in 2002, the Cayenne has been a game-changer. Combining the performance characteristics of a Porsche with luxury and utility, it is the definitive sports car in the SUV segment and a true pioneer. More than 20 years later, the Cayenne’s worldwide success story has resulted in the latest "Sports Car for Five". Photo courtesy of Porsche Vietnam Since its establishment in 2007, Porsche Vietnam has been turning sports car dreams into reality. One-third of all Porsche vehicles delivered in Vietnam are Cayenne models, making it the best-selling Porsche here to … [Read more...] about Porsche Vietnam presents new Cayenne
Harvard, Yale, and Columbia luminaries weigh in on Vietnam’s ambitious blueprint
The landmark state visit of US President Joe Biden to Vietnam on September 10-11 has been a historic pivot, elevating Vietnam-US ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The essence of this partnership, PM Chinh said, lies in deepening economic, trade, and investment collaborations. He emphasised the gravity of scientific, technological cooperation, and innovation as game-changers. "The Biden visit signals an enhanced strategic alignment, centred on economic partnerships and technological collaboration," he said. As reported by Tuoitre , Prof. Thomas Vallely, director of the Vietnam programme at Harvard Kennedy School, praised Vietnam's deft management. "Vietnam's response to major crises, especially its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, is commendable," Vallely said. "Despite its nascent experience in some sectors, Vietnam has proactively sought knowledge, established global ties, and opened doors for partnerships, with the US being a case in point." Prof. Anthony … [Read more...] about Harvard, Yale, and Columbia luminaries weigh in on Vietnam’s ambitious blueprint
Hanoian beauty crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023
Bui Quynh Hoa triumphed over 17 other competitors to win Miss Universe Vietnam 2023. The 25-year-old model and entrepreneur from Hanoi is 1.72m tall, with perfect measurements of 86, 60 and 93cm respectively. The Hanoian girl crowned the beauty contest of Miss Universe Vietnam 2023. Photo: missosology.org The new beauty queen had an excellent answer in the behavioral rounds, expressing her thought in both English and Vietnamese that “The message I wish to spread among youth is to learn and to respect differences and honor them. I believe that when we know how to respect differences, know how to love and share, the world will be much better.” Newly crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 will represent her country with the national flag at upcoming The 72ND Miss Universe 2023 in El Salvador at the pageant venue Adolfo Pineda National Gymnasium (Gimnasio Nacional Adolfo Pineda) on Saturday November 18, 2023 where the reigning Miss Universe 2022, R'Bonney … [Read more...] about Hanoian beauty crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023
Hanoi beauty crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023
Bui Quynh Hoa, a 25-year-old woman from Hanoi, emerged as the winner of the Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 beauty pageant during the grand finale in Ho Chi Minh City on Friday. Hoa surpassed 17 other contestants to win the title on the coronation night at the Hoa Binh Theater in District 10. She succeeds last year’s winner Nguyen Thi Ngoc Chau and will now prepare to compete in the Miss Universe International 2023 pageant, to be held in El Salvador on November 18. The first and second runner-up titles went to Nguyen Thi Huong Ly and Trinh Thi Hong Dang, respectively. Bui Quynh Hoa during the Q&A portion at the Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 finale in Ho Chi Minh City, September 29, 2023. Photo: Phuong Quyen / Tuoi Tre The 18 contestants participated in five rounds during Friday’s finale, namely introductions, national costumes, swimsuits, evening gowns, and the Q&A portion. After the first four rounds, the panel of judges selected the top five contestants, … [Read more...] about Hanoi beauty crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023
Bui Quynh Hoa of Hanoi crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023
Top 3 of Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 (Source: Organisation Board) HCM City (VNA) – Bui Quynh Hoa, 25, from Hanoi was crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 at the final night on September 29 in Ho Chi Minh City. She will represent Vietnam at the Miss Universe 2023 to be held in El Salvador in November. Hoa was in the top 10 of the Miss Universe Vietnam 2022 and the winner of the Supermodel International 2022 contest. Earlier, she also won Miss Ao Dai Vietnam World 2017 and the Vietnam Supermodel 2018 contest. The first and second runners-up of the Miss Universe Vietnam 2023 were Nguyen Thi Huong Ly from Gia Lai and Trinh Thi Hong Dang from Ho Chi Minh City, respectively./. VNA … [Read more...] about Bui Quynh Hoa of Hanoi crowned Miss Universe Vietnam 2023