Fifty years ago, First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and Prime Minister Fidel Castro visited Vietnam, and travelled to Quang Tri province – a newly liberated land in the south of Vietnam. As the first and only foreign head of state to visit the liberated zone before the war ended, Fidel Castro’s historic visit became a symbol of faithful and fraternal solidarity between peoples of the two countries with noble ideals for peace, national independence, democracy and progress in the world. Addressing the ceremony, senior officials of Vietnam and Cuba highlighted, and reaffirmed the significance of the special traditional relationship between the two countries. Future generations of the two nations will keep in mind and nurture the special invaluable solidarity forever, they stressed. On the same day, the high-ranking delegation of Vietnam and Cuba and leaders of the central Quang Tri province offered flowers in remembrance of Cuban leader Fidel Castro, at the Fidel … [Read more...] about Fidel Castro’s historic Vietnam visit solemnly celebrated
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Malaysia considers visa-free entry for Chinese tourists
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Ministry of Home Affairs to draft a report on visa exemptions for Chinese tourists, The Rakyat Post reported, citing a source from Malaysia’s Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. If implemented, the policy could allow Chinese tourists to enjoy visa-free entry "for a certain number of days," Sin Chew Daily quoted the ministry’s Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing as saying. At present, tourists from China can obtain a 15-day visa-on-arrival upon entering Malaysia. Malaysia is predicted to welcome at least 18 million international tourist arrivals in 2023, surpassing its initial target of 16.1 million. Southeast Asian countries have sped up their international tourism recovery by relaxing visa policies and boosting tourism promotion campaigns. Starting September 25, Thailand, Southeast Asia’s second largest economy, waived visa requirements for Chinese travelers for five months as it expects the temporary waiver could help … [Read more...] about Malaysia considers visa-free entry for Chinese tourists
Vietnam’s National Day marked in Netherlands, Belgium
At the ceremony to mark the 78th National Day of Vietnam in the Netherlands (Photo: VNA) The Hague (VNA) - The Vietnamese Embassy in the Netherlands held a ceremony on September 29 to mark the 78th National Day of Vietnam , inviting 200 guests who are local officials, international diplomats and representatives from the Vietnamese community in the European country. Addressing the event, Ambassador Ngo Huong Nam reviewed the glorious history of national construction and defence of Vietnam over the past 78 years as well as the country's achievements in external relations, politics, economy and international integration. Vietnam always treasures and is grateful for the valuable and practical support from international friends, including the Netherlands, he said. Looking back on the 50-year ties between Vietnam and the Netherlands, the diplomat said that the two countries have become each other's important and priority partners. Currently, the Netherlands is the biggest … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s National Day marked in Netherlands, Belgium
Vietnam looks to attract foreign high-tech “eagles”
Production activities at UMC Vietnam Electronics Co., Ltd - a FDI enterprise in Tan Truong Industrial Park in Hai Duong province (Photo: sggp.org.vn) Hanoi (VNA) – The upgrade of the Vietnam-US bilateral relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has opened up strategic opportunities for Vietnam to lure more high-quality investment inflows in terms of innovation and high technology, said Vu Quoc Huy, Director of the National Innovation Centre (NIC) under the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MoPI). US corporations during Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's recent official visit to the US, which focus on enhancing design capabilities, product development, and training human resources serving the semiconductor industry. NIC has signed three significant memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with US partners, Huy said. Illustrative image (Photo: baodautu.vn) Through the MoU with Arizona State University (ASU), NIC and the university will collaborate with … [Read more...] about Vietnam looks to attract foreign high-tech “eagles”
Hung Yen sees potential in rural tourism
Tourists visit a longan orchard in Hung Yen. (Photo: VNA) Hung Yen (VNA) - Through the ups and downs of time, the Red River Delta province of Hung Yen still keeps intact many old communal and ancient houses as well as the customs and traditions deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture. These have turned into the province's trump card in tourism development . Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Trung Can said rural tourism can offer visitors a blend of familiar and unique, novel experiences, such as trying out the life of a farmer, creating handcrafted goods, and visiting traditional craft villages. In Hung Yen , rural tourism primarily involves visiting craft villages and exploring historical and cultural relics, festivals, and more. Recently, some areas in the province have introduced models that combine farms with tourism, enabling visitors to go sightseeing and purchase farm produce. Notable examples include flower … [Read more...] about Hung Yen sees potential in rural tourism
PM issues instruction on overcoming aftermath of traffic accident in Dong Nai
The accident happens in Phu Vinh commune, Dinh Quan district, Dong Nai at 02:30 on September 30 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has issued instructions to relevant ministries, agencies and localities to promptly overcome the aftermath of a serious traffic accident that killed four in the southern province of Dong Nai on September 30 early morning. The instruction s are detailed in an official dispatch sent on the same day to the Minister of Public Security, Minister of Transport, the chairperson of the People’s Committees of Dong Nai and Binh Thuan provinces and HCM City, and leaders of the National Committee for Traffic Safety, and the Directorate for Roads of Vietnam (DRVN). According to the National Committee for Traffic Safety, the accident happened in Phu Vinh commune, Dinh Quan district, Dong Nai at 02:30 on September 30 when a speeding sleeper bus collided with a 16-seat passenger car, resulting in four deaths and many others … [Read more...] about PM issues instruction on overcoming aftermath of traffic accident in Dong Nai
Culture, cuisine, fashion converge at Hanoi Autumn Festival
Hanoi Autumn Festival introduces attractive destinations in the capital city, marked with wedding dress fashion shows and traditional culinary quintessence of the capital. Hanoi Autumn Festival 2023 with the theme "Hanoi Autumn-Come to Love" kicked off on the evening of September 29 at the pedestrian zone near Hoan Kiem Lake. Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Nguyen Thi Tuyen visits the booth at the Hanoi Autumn Festival. The festival, organized by the Hanoi People’s Committee, lasts from September 29 to October 1, promising a vibrant festivity of Hanoi's culture. The Hanoi Autumn Carnival is set to charm with its street art exhibitions. Furthermore, a gastronomic exploration of Vietnam's diverse regions is on offer, complemented by an array of traditional and contemporary games. In addition, 150 pavilions will be positioned along Dinh Tien Hoang, Le Thach and Bat Giac House in the Ly Thai To Flower Park, introducing many products … [Read more...] about Culture, cuisine, fashion converge at Hanoi Autumn Festival
Activities bring joy to children during Mid-Autumn Festival
State President Vo Van Thuong shared the joy with children at a special event in the southern province of Binh Phuoc on September 27. Some 100 children in the province, including 50 who lost their parents from COVID-19 and 50 who are disadvantaged, received Mid-Autumn gifts and scholarships worth 2 million VND (equivalent to 83 USD) each from the President. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh visited and presented gifts to children from disadvantaged backgrounds undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Haematology and Blood Transfusion on September 28. Similar activities have been held in hospitals around Vietnam. “The Hue Central Hospital has held numerous activities to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival this year, so that kids can feel at home. The activities are hoped to cheer them up and encourage them to return to good health,” said Hoang Thi Lan Huong, Deputy Director of the Hue Central Hospital. Over 600 orphans from 20 orphanages and charitable shelters in … [Read more...] about Activities bring joy to children during Mid-Autumn Festival
Hanoi photographer honored at International Photography Awards 2023
Photographer Viet Van is the winner of another photography award in America, the latest addition to his collection of 80 international photography awards. Hanoi-based photographer Tran Viet Van of Lao Dong (Labor) newspaper was among the honorable mentions at the 20th International Photography Awards (IPA) 2023 in the US. Van's entry, which consists of nine color photos with the theme Nhip dap thoi gian (The Rhythm of Time), was recognized in the Press Photo category. His photos depict the daily life and activities of Cuban people in Old Havana, Trinidad, during his visit to the Latin American country in November 2022. Photographer Viet Van's winning photo. Some of the images in this series have previously won an Honorable Mention in the Press Photo category at the World Master of Photography Awards in Austria and a Third Prize at the Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year in the UK - the world's leading award recognizing the art and diversity of … [Read more...] about Hanoi photographer honored at International Photography Awards 2023
Deputy PM hosts new RoK ambassador
Noting that the RoK is one of the biggest foreign investors in Vietnam, Deputy PM Quang affirmed that the Vietnamese Government will continue with drastic efforts to improve the business and investment environment for foreign investors, including those from the RoK, to do business successfully in the country. He proposed that the two countries maintain regular visits and contact at all levels so as to continuously strengthen relations between their leaders, creating the foundation for promoting cooperation across all fields. The deputy PM also welcomed the establishment of a joint working group on climate change, saying that he believes the two sides, with resolve and efforts, will realize targets set in the Vietnam - RoK Framework Agreement for Cooperation on Climate Change. For his part, Ambassador Choi Youngsam affirmed that the RoK will coordinate closely with Vietnam to realize the agreements reached during the official visit to Vietnam in June this year by RoK President … [Read more...] about Deputy PM hosts new RoK ambassador