Girl takeover 2024 empowering girls to lead and shape the future
HÀ NỘI — Girl Takeover 2024, an initiative to empower young women to step into leadership roles and promote gender equality, was launched on Friday by the Embassy of Sweden and Plan International Việt Nam. Through this initiative, girls will take over key leadership positions for a day, symbolising their capacity to lead and influence the world around them. Girl Takeover 2024 showcased the incredible potential of girls and young women to lead and instigate positive change, she said. Research shows that when young women are given the chance to realise their potential, they inspire others, create collective strength, and contribute to more resilient economies. Migena Shulla, Country Director of Plan International Việt Nam, said “Empowering young people is essential for long-term, sustainable solutions.”Initiatives like Girl Takeover amplified their voices and equipped them to effect real change.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 11, 2024 21:15 UTC
Hà Nội gets major opportunities for strong development
HÀ NỘI — Hà Nội stands on the cusp of significant opportunities to evolve into a 'civilised, cultured and modern' capital, characterised by a high standard of living and quality of life, seventy years after its liberation. According to Hoài, the resolution serves as a new manifesto for the capital’s development in the new era. Exceptional effortsHowever, to turn the plans into a reality that defines the future of Hà Nội as a 'Red River miracle' exceptional efforts are necessary. “Without this, it will be challenging to envisage how Hà Nội can leverage its millennium-old cultural heritage within a modern context," he added. Thiên, said that Hà Nội had not fully harnessed its substantial developmental potential over the past time.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 11, 2024 17:50 UTC
Việt Nam observes International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
THỪA THIÊN HUẾ — The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development coordinated with the United Nations (UN) representative agencies in Việt Nam and the Thừa Thiên-Huế provincial People's Committee on Friday held a ceremony in response to the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction and ASEAN Day for Disaster Management in Huế City. Under the theme "Empowering the next generation for a resilient future", the 2024 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction highlights the role of education in protecting and empowering youth for a disaster-free future. The official said children are among the most vulnerable groups to natural disasters. The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is observed by the UN every year on October 13. It is dedicated to fostering awareness of disasters and their impact on living beings as well as to praising individuals and groups working in the field of natural disaster prevention and control.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 11, 2024 17:50 UTC
Hà Nội's education sector thrives, transformed after 70 years
HÀ NỘI — Hà Nội has achieved remarkable milestones in enhancing literacy, nurturing talent and providing comprehensive educational quality over the past 70 years since the liberation of the capital. Furthermore, Hà Nội students achieved 339 medals, placing second overall at the 2024 National Phù Đổng Sports Festival. Despite numerous challenges, just ten days after the capital city was completely liberated, Hà Nội schools began the first academic year. The law also underscores the necessity of investing in the establishment of high-quality public schools, educational institutions and multi-level educational facilities that ensure conducive learning environments. It also mandates that public educational institutions collaborate with foreign educational establishments to narrow the gap between the public schools and private schools.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 11, 2024 12:44 UTC
Global Care announces strategic shareholder, launches insurance comparison platform
Global Care held a ceremony on Wednesday to announce that Poni Insurtech had become a strategic shareholder by acquiring a significant stake in the company. Representatives of Global Care and Poni Insurtech press symbolical buttons to announce the latter as the former’s strategic shareholder. "The acquisition marks a significant milestone for Global Care,” said Dinh Thi Ngoc Niem, CEO of Global Care. However, a specialized platform like Global Care, which allows customers to visually compare insurance products, stands out as unique. By leveraging technology, Global Care contributes to promoting the digital technology revolution and changing the traditional insurance industry.
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October 11, 2024 08:18 UTC
5 students hospitalized with suspected food poisoning in Ho Chi Minh City
A suspected food poisoning incident at a Ho Chi Minh City high school led to the hospitalization of five students who presented at a local hospital with vomiting and abdominal pain following their lunch on Thursday. The emergency team took these five students, including one 11th grader and four 12th graders, to the hospital where they received fluids and pain-relief medicines. Their condition eventually stabilized and their vomiting and abdominal pain dissipated. They were discharged from the hospital on Thursday evening to continue recovering at home upon their parents’ requests. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get the latest news about Vietnam!
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October 11, 2024 06:26 UTC
ASEAN bolsters ties with key partners in time of growing protectionism
PM Wong also warned of further crises in the future, which is why Asean and its partners should work on building collective resilience to future shocks. So, it is significant that we are further improving on the ACFTA,” said PM Wong, referring to Asean’s trade with China. Meanwhile, Asean and South Korea boosted ties by upgrading their dialogue relations to that of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP). Before this, Asean had only established CSPs with Australia, China, India, Japan and the US, with that being considered the highest level of bilateral ties between Asean and its dialogue partners. The East Asia Summit, which was established in Asean in 2005, brings together Asean member states as well as its eight key partners, Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Russia and the US.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 11, 2024 01:15 UTC
With surging cocoa bean prices, candy companies face tough times in Vietnam
With record-high cocoa bean prices, many candy companies are struggling to stay afloat in Vietnam. Africa is responsible for nearly 75 percent of the world's cocoa bean production, and supply cuts from this region have been a key factor driving up cocoa prices globally. Cocoa bean prices on the riseThe price of fresh cocoa beans in Vietnam's Central Highlands has tripled over the past year, with farmers now selling them for between VND11,500 (US$0.46) and VND13,000 ($0.52) per kilogram. Many firms believe that more manufacturers worldwide are turning to Vietnam for cocoa bean supply given severe shortages in Africa. In 2022, Vietnam churned out 5,300 tonnes of cocoa beans across approximately 3,400 hectares.
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October 10, 2024 14:55 UTC
Book Week showcases Việt Nam's achievements
HÀ NỘI — A special book week will focus on new ways of driving Việt Nam forward in terms of technology. Deputy Minister Định was speaking at Thursday's opening ceremony for the Science and Technology Book Week 2024. He emphasised that this year's Book Week is themed 'Knowledge and Technology: A Journey of Innovation' to highlight the central role of science and technology in Việt Nam's drive for modernisation. "The recent Politburo's decree on science and technology has reaffirmed its pivotal role in driving Việt Nam's growth as the country navigates the complexities of a globalised market economy," said Định. The Book Week features a comprehensive collection of print and electronic books highlighting Việt Nam's remarkable achievements since Đổi Mới (The Renewal).
Source:Viet Nam News
October 10, 2024 14:15 UTC
Five Nations Stamp Exhibition kicks off in Hanoi
At the opening ceremony of the Five Nations Stamp Exhibition-Vietnam (Photo: vietnamnet.vn)On display are 71 stamp collections featuring 300 frames of collectors from Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Hong Kong (China). It also helps to promote philately and stamp collecting from a national level to the highest international level, the organising board noted. At the opening ceremony, Chu Thi Lan Huong, executive vice president of the Vietnam Post Corporation (VNPOST), also introduced two sets of stamps that have just been released to the public by the Ministry of Information and Communications. They include the "150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (1874-2024)" commemorative stamp, as well as the postage stamp series “Celebrating 70 Years of Hanoi's Liberation 10/10/1954 - 10/10/2024”. The exhibition will last until October 12.
Source:VietNamNet News
October 10, 2024 10:53 UTC
High traffic growth on VEC's expressways
According to VEC’s report, traffic on its expressways continued to grow in the first nine months of the year. The expressways under VEC’s management—Nội Bài-Lào Cai, Cầu Giẽ-Ninh Bình, Đà Nẵng-Quảng Ngãi, and HCM City-Long Thành-Dầu Giây—safely served 50.5 million vehicles. The Cầu Giẽ-Ninh Bình Expressway followed with 16.9 million vehicles but had the lowest growth rate at 7.4 per cent. Despite the highest growth rate of 14.6 per cent, the Đà Nẵng-Quảng Ngãi Expressway saw the lowest traffic volume, with just 2.1 million vehicles. “In the first nine months of this year, traffic safety on VEC’s expressways was well-coordinated between operating units and law enforcement.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 10, 2024 10:25 UTC
Vietnam News Headlines October 10/2024
It is expected to help open a new beginning in sustainable rice production in the region. Vietnam Rice Industry Association (VIETRISA) Chairman Bui Ba Bong said that promoting sustainable development of the rice sector is an important task of all Southeast Asian countries. Taiwan ICDF representative Ming Hong Yen committed to joining efforts to enhance sustainable rice development, improving livelihoods and income for farmers in Southeast Asian countries. VIETRISA is currently working to build a sustainable rice brand and aims to register the trademark "Green and Low-Emission Vietnam Rice" by the end of this month. State policies also play a crucial role in encouraging the application of biotechnology in agriculture and fostering sustainable development.
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October 10, 2024 07:37 UTC
Hà Nội's remarkable transformation after 20 years
Anh ĐứcIn 2000, the hit song 'Hà Nội of the 2000s' blasted through the airwaves in Việt Nam. At the turn of the millennium, poverty was still a prominent issue in Việt Nam -- and not just in Hà Nội. Old and dilapidated apartments from the 70s are also a complication that Hà Nội must deal with to protect the safety of residents. Hà Nội is not perfect, but Hà Nội in 2024 is way better than Hà Nội in the 2000s. And with a promising plan and a generation eager to contribute and change society for the better, Hà Nội in 2034 might progress even further.- VNS
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October 10, 2024 01:45 UTC
Que Anh shines in the "Grand Voice" round of Miss Grand International 2024
In the first round, Vietnam's representative, Vo Le Que Anh, stood out on stage in a stunning short fringed dress. Que Anh advances to the Top 15 in the "Grand Voice" round. Previously, she had reached the Top 5 in the Grand Voice competition at Miss Grand Vietnam 2024. However, many contestants at Miss Grand International 2024 faced challenges in the Grand Voice round due to less polished performances, as singing is not their strong suit. The representative of Vietnam at this competition is Vo Le Que Anh, Miss Grand Vietnam 2024.
Source:VietNamNet News
October 09, 2024 18:02 UTC
Vietnam's first simultaneous heart and liver transplant performed successfully
Doctors perform the 8-hour heart and liver transplant at Viet Duc Friendship Hospital. Photo provided by the hospitalA 41-year-old man suffering from dilated cardiomyopathy, leading to severe heart, liver, and kidney failure, has become the first patient in Vietnam to undergo a successful simultaneous heart and liver transplant. The life-saving surgery was performed at the Viet Duc Friendship Hospital (Hanoi), using organs donated by a brain-dead patient. The new heart began beating almost immediately, and within 36 hours, the patient’s liver and heart functions began to recover steadily. This is the first time in Vietnam that doctors have successfully performed a simultaneous heart and liver transplant on a critically ill patient.
Source:VietNamNet News
October 09, 2024 17:52 UTC