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Vietnamese Minister of Justice Le Thanh Long (R) and German counterpart Marco Buschmann (Photo: VNA) Berlin (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of Justice Le Thanh Long met his German counterpart Marco Buschmann on November 24 to discuss boosting bilateral ties in the field. Rule-of-Law Dialogue that caught the attention of many partners with more activities over years. Collaboration in many fields such as civil status, nationality, judicial assistance, training, research, mutual legal assistance in civil matters and trade has also been stepped up. Cooperation deals between the Vietnamese Justice Ministry and the judicial sector of Hessen and Nordrhein-Westfalen states have been regularly updated, contributing to the Rule-of-Law Dialogue. VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Germany intensify judicial collaboration

At the workshop (Photo: VietnamPlus) Hanoi (VNA) – Urbanisation and urban advancement have created favourable conditions for socio-economic development . However, urban upgrade targets have only been set for land and population increase instead of actually designing improved urban quality of life. Air, water and noise pollution occur in new urban areas at alarming levels, leaving some areas vulnerable to climate change. The topic was mentioned in a workshop featuring the development of new models and transition to green and sustainable urban economy, as part of the Vietnam Urban Sustainable Development Forum co-hosted by the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission and the Construction Ministry on June 17. Expanding economic space At the event, Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh said after over 35 years of renewal policy, Vietnam’s urban system has developed strongly in terms of quantity and quality. The country has so far recorded 869 urban areas. The urban … [Read more...] about Urbanisation not parallel to quality of life: Official

During the program, the delegation of Vietnam’s L2FH, led by Lieutenant Colonel Pham Tan Phong, head of the Vietnamese peacekeeping force in South Sudan, handed over books, learning tools and new clothes to disadvantaged students and planted trees in local schools. The program was held to support and encourage disadvantaged students to overcome hardships and try their best to get better future for themselves and their country. After receiving the gifts, Principal of the Green Udd Kindergarten and Primary School Athok Koul expressed his deep gratitude for the action of the Vietnamese hospital. He expressed his hope to welcome more Vietnamese friends to his school in the future. Translated by Trung Thanh … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s L2FH4 presents gifts to disadvantaged students in South Sudan

The Lao diplomat is on a Vietnam visit to co-chair the 7th deputy ministerial-level political consultation with Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Quang Hieu. At the reception, Minister Bui Thanh Son expressed his delight at the positive and effective development of the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos over the past time. He highly valued the outcomes of the cooperation between the two foreign ministries, especially in maintaining regular high-level delegation exchange and bilateral cooperation mechanisms as well as organizing activities of the “Vietnam - Laos, Laos - Vietnam Solidarity and Friendship Year 2022,” the 60th anniversary of Vietnam – Laos diplomatic ties and the 45th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation between the two nations. The Vietnamese foreign minister suggested that in the coming time, the two sides should continue to closely coordinate to effectively implement the … [Read more...] about Vietnam to support Laos to complete ASEAN Chair 2024

At a Saturday conference on development of the southeastern region, which comprises Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, Binh Duong, Ba Ria-Vung Tau, Binh Phuoc and Tay Ninh Provinces, the prime minister said the region only saw 50 km of expressway being completed in the last 10 years, while other localities would complete 200 km of expressway without asking for funds from the national budget. The only expressway connecting southeastern Vietnam localities together is the four-lane HCMC-Long Thanh-Dau Giay, which has been operating since 2015. The expressway is frequently overloaded and congested, with around 40,000-43,000 vehicles using it in the weekends. Chinh said infrastructure connection in the region has not been coordinated, among other issues. "Traffic jam, unsustainable development, the wealth gap, climate change, inundations and pollutions... are all major challenges for southeastern Vietnam," he said, adding that HCMC and the provinces need groundbreaking policy mechanisms to … [Read more...] about Traffic congestion major problem for southern Vietnam: PM

They are Associate Professor Le Minh Ha, head of the Pharmaceutical Chemistry Division of the Institute of Chemistry of Natural Compounds under the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology; Associate Professor Pham Thi Phuong Nhi, deputy head of the Agronomy Faculty under the Hue University of Agriculture and Forestry; and Dr. Ha Thi Thanh Huong, a lecturer of the Biomedical Engineering Faculty of the International University under the Ho Chi Minh City National University. Each received a prize of 150 million VND (6,057 USD) to conduct further research and ensure benefits for the country. The three scientists were chosen from hundreds of applications across the country. The selection is based on their achievements, the publication of their research in international magazines and the scientist activities that they have taken part in so far. Professor Chau Van Minh, chairman of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, said that to work in difficult and challenging scientific … [Read more...] about Three female scientists receive L’Oreal-UNESCO awards

He stated that Vietnam and Australia are close partners in the Indo-Pacific region. Both countries share similar strategic interests, a vision of an inclusive, resilient and prosperous Indo-Pacific region as well as regional issues of common concerns. On that basis, the strong defense relations are a pillar of the strategic partnership between the two countries. The officer affirmed that the Australian side is proud that the two countries have built practical defense ties over the past 20 years on various fields. Particularly, the cooperation programs in education and training have been developed significantly since its first English training courses at Unit 871 of the General Department of Political Affairs. This year, over 300 cadets are taking part in Australia’s English training programs in Hanoi and Nha Trang cities, he added. He affirmed that the defense ties are now increasingly expanding to many other fields such as strategic dialogues, high-level contacts, or practical … [Read more...] about A highlight of Vietnam-Australia defense ties: Australian defense attaché

On behalf of the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defense, Defense Minister General Phan Van Giang handed over the appointment decision to Lieutenant General Nguyen Doan Anh. Speaking at the ceremony, General Phan Van Giang congratulated Lieutenant General Nguyen Doan Anh on his new post, stressing that it showed the trust and recognition of the Party, State and military for the senior officer. The defense minister noted that Lieutenant General Nguyen Doan Anh, on his previous post as Commander of Military Region 4, has made great contribution to building a strong regional armed force and close relationship with the local authorities. General Phan Van Giang also required Lieutenant General Nguyen Doan Anh to continue promoting his responsibility and capability and acquiring more knowledge to meet his new task requirements, contributing to the development of the Vietnam People’s Army in general and the General Staff in particular. For his part, Lieutenant … [Read more...] about New Deputy Chief of General Staff appointed

A dancing performance at an event held in Vietnam to mark the 50th anniversary of Vietnam - India diplomatic relations. (Illustrative photo: VNA) New Delhi (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in India recently held an event introducing the culture of Vietnam, as part of the activities marking the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic relations. It was attended by India n Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture Meenakshi Lekhi, General Secretary of the Communist Party of India Doraisamy Raja, General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) Sitamram Yechuruy, and leaders of the ruling National People’s Party and the Indian National Congress party. It also saw the presence of diplomats of ASEAN countries and representatives of government agencies, major enterprises, and the Vietnamese community in the South Asian country. Addressing the event, Ambassador Nguyen Thanh Hai thanked the Indian Government and people for consistently supporting Vietnam during … [Read more...] about Event held in India to introduce Vietnamese culture