Vietnam welcomes over 1 million int'l visitors in 4th consecutive month
According to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism, the total number of international visitors to the country in the first ten months of 2023 reached nearly 10 million, exceeding the target of 8 million for the whole year. The Republic of Korea remained the biggest source of visitors to Vietnam with 2.9 million holidaymakers, followed by China. The US ranked third while Taiwan (China) and Japan ranked fourth and fifth, respectively. The higher-than-expected number of foreign tourist arrivals to Vietnam was attributed to efforts to develop new products, improve service quality and promotion activities. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has adjusted the target of 8 million foreign tourists to 12 - 13 million for the whole year 2023, to accelerate the recovery and development of the non-smoke industry./.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 30, 2023 20:06 UTC
☕ Afternoon briefing on October 30
Hanoi, (VNA) - The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at the ceremony. (Photo: VNA)The nearly 12 billion USD project, located in southwest Vietnam, will provide power plants with about 5.06 billion cu. Delegates launch the Vietnam Semiconductor Innovation Network. 1269/QD-TTg on removing some documents on COVID-19 pandemic prevention and control that were issued by the National Steering Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control and the Prime Minister.
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October 30, 2023 11:39 UTC
Full scholarships and fee discounts await students at European International School
Boutique School with a Global ApproachEuropean International School (EIS) in Thao Dien, Thu Duc City, is known as an “educational village” for its inspiring European architectural features and community of students from more than 40 countries. The school assists students in selecting and applying to top international universities through personal interviews and conversations with academic advisors. This strong connection ensures that EIS students have access to diverse educational and career opportunities, preparing them to face a promising future. Ms. Jo Robert, Deputy Head of School, said: “Students always learn independently with teachers. According to Ms. Jo Robert, it can be said that all students and teachers at EIS are global citizens.
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October 30, 2023 08:09 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 30/2023
For electricity usage, the Prime Minister assigned the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises and Vietnam Electricity to collaborate with news agencies, newspapers and media to actively promote and guide the economical, safe and effective use of electricity. He also took this occasion to thank other countries and international organisations for supporting Vietnam in the fight against the pandemic. The event was part of the Vietnam International Innovation Exhibition 2023 (VIIE 2023), held from October 28 to November 1, by the Ministry of Planning and Investment in collaboration with its partners. The Google Career Certificates program, launched in 2022, is a non-profit project by Google in Vietnam, sponsored by the NIC. During the talks, Giang invited He and other leaders of the Central Military Commission and the Defence Ministry of China to attend the ceremony marking the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army and the second Vietnam International Defence Expo in late 2024.
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October 30, 2023 04:05 UTC
Vietnam Semiconductor Innovation Network launched
Delegates launch the Vietnam Semiconductor Innovation Network. (Photo: VNA)Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung (Photo: VNA)– The Vietnam Semiconductor Innovation Network made its debut on October 29 within the framework of the Vietnam Semiconductor Summit.The network aims to gradually realise the development orientation of this industry, making Vietnam a reliable partner in the regional and worldwide semiconductor ecosystem, thus enhancing the country's position in the global value chain and modernising its economy. Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung affirmed that Vietnam is committed to actively contributing to the innovation ecosystem of the world's semiconductor industry, and will become a reliable partner and an important link in the global semiconductor production and supply chain.Vietnam has all necessary conditions and factors to develop this industry, he said, adding that the Government is always interested in promoting investment cooperation in this field.The country has built a human resources development project with a goal of forming a contingent of 50,000 engineers for this industry by 2030, while issuing a lot of investment incentives for companies and groups. Therefore, semiconductor investment projects in the high-tech sector are given the best incentives within the framework of Vietnamese law, said the minister.Vietnam has established the National Innovation Centre (NIC) and three high-tech parks in Hoa Lac (Hanoi), Ho Chi Minh City and central Da Nang city with infrastructure ready to welcome investors in the semiconductor industry , together with many preferential mechanisms. NIC and these high-tech parks are expected to be important bridges to support the development of Vietnam's semiconductor ecosystem./.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 30, 2023 03:33 UTC
Credit institutions expect to enjoy 2 per cent VAT cut next year
HÀ NỘI — The Vietnam Banks Association (VNBA) has proposed a 2 per cent value-added tax (VAT) reduction for credit institutions because the institutions are currently facing difficulties, with their non-performing loans and potentially risky debts tending to increase significantly. The VNBA made the move last week as, under a draft policy on VAT reduction for the first six months of next year, the credit institutions do not feature in the list of commodities and services that will receive the benefit. According to the VNBA, it agrees with the content of the draft policy to reduce VAT by 2 per cent in the first half of 2024, but proposes credit institutions be added to the list of commodities and services that will receive the 2 per cent VAT cut. According to the VNBA, the operations of credit institutions are currently very difficult. To create conditions for the institutions to have more resources to support firms and invest in digital transformation technology, ensuring security and safety in operations, the VNBA therefore has proposed adding the credit institutions to the list of commodities and services that will receive a 2 per cent VAT reduction next year.
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October 30, 2023 01:43 UTC
Google offers 40,000 scholarships to support Vietnam’s digital transformation
Google announces that it will offer 40,000 scholarships for Vietnamese students at an event held within the framework of the 2023 Vietnam International Innovation Exhibition (VIIE 2023). (Photo: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) – Google on October 28 announced that it will offer 40,000 scholarships for Vietnamese students, and introduced three additional training courses in its programme to support Vietnam’s digital transformation, as part of the Google Career Certificates programme. The announcement was made an event held within the framework of the 2023 Vietnam International Innovation Exhibition (VIIE 2023) held by the Ministry of Planning and Investment from October 28-November 1. The Google Career Certificates programme, launched in 2022, is a non-profit project by Google in Vietnam, sponsored by the National Innovation Centre (NIC). The programme is part of a series of projects and activities by Google to enhance the digital skills and knowledge of the Vietnamese workforce.
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October 29, 2023 17:28 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 29/2023
The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has asked the Airports Corporation of Vietnam and airlines to build their plan on flights from and to Dien Bien Airport. He pledged support for HCM City and Turin to carry out specific cooperative activities, thus promoting the multi-faceted cooperation between Vietnam and Italy. She promised to actively work with relevant Vietnamese agencies and accompany Vietnam in its socio-economic development, especially in areas suggested by the PM. Emphasising that Vietnam is a particularly attractive market for cooperation and development of the semiconductor industry, Neuffer said that the SIA has been studying cooperation and investment opportunities in the field in Vietnam. Plastics network leverages innovation to tackle single-use pollutionInnovative ways to reduce plasticsa pollution took center stage at the Plastic Innovation Hub Vietnam (Hub Vietnam) Demo Day 2023 held in Ho Chi Minh City on October 27.
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October 29, 2023 16:05 UTC
An opportunity for small business
Per country breakdown, the Republic of Korea remained the biggest source of visitors to Việt Nam with 2.9 million holidaymakers, followed by China. The two markets accounted for 42 per cent of the total number of tourists to Việt Nam.
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October 29, 2023 15:38 UTC
When parental love becomes controlling
by Nguyễn Thiên AnhIt is understandable that most parents love and worry about their adult children regardless of their age, but sometimes this love turns into a form of control, causing frustration for their children. Nguyễn An Khánh, 30, tells Việt Nam News that this is a part of the culture of Asian parenting, and thus is something that she just accepts. Her parents can also be very controlling, and she feels envious of her friends when she sees that they have more freedom. This is not only a problem in Việt Nam, but is a problem around the world. After all, love should not be about controlling, it should be about caring and bringing happiness into other people’s lives.
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October 29, 2023 07:07 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 28/2023
In 2022, Ontario province's exports to Vietnam reached 173 million CAD, more than doubling over the past 10 years. According to a study on gender and migration by Dr Dang Nguyen Anh of the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences, Vietnam placed second in Southeast Asia in terms of international migration. A wide range of activities are also being held in Ha Long city to celebrate the locality’s founding anniversary. In early 2024, the HKUST will invite a number of graduates from the University of Natural Sciences – Vietnam National University Hanoi to conduct joint short-term researches in the KHUST, he said. They will be selected by seven training institutions namely the Vietnam National University - Hanoi, University of Industrial Economics and Technology, Hanoi Medical University; Hanoi University of Civil Engineering; Hue University; Vietnam National University - Ho Chi Minh City and Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy.
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October 28, 2023 16:02 UTC
Solutions needed to handle end-of-life-cycle treatment for EV batteries: experts
By the end of 2022, Việt Nam was expected to have around 2,000,000 electric motorbikes and 11,000 electric cars in operation. This would include the provision of charging infrastructure and battery solutions, which are crucial for the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. Hiệp's statement highlights the potential benefits of increasing the use of hybrid vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and pure electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions in the transportation industry. This indicates a focus on developing specialised facilities that can handle hazardous waste in an environmentally sound manner. The strategy also sets specific targets for the collection, transportation and treatment of hazardous waste.
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October 28, 2023 14:40 UTC
VN plastics industry to reduce dependence on imported raw materials
HCM CITY — The plastics industry is likely to reduce imports of raw materials in the coming years due to increased domestic production, according to the Việt Nam Plastics Association. The plastics industry has achieved growth of 12-15 per cent a year for the last five years, Hồ Đức Lam, chairman of the association, said. They jumped to 7.1 million tonnes in 2022 from 5.5 million in 2018. Võ Tân Thành, deputy chairman of the Việt Nam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said the plastics industry, with its high growth rate in recent years, is one of the Government’s priority sectors. With new policies related to the circular economy and sustainable development, the plastics industry nevertheless faces many challenges along with opportunities, he said.
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October 28, 2023 08:22 UTC
Biaxially oriented plastic film production plant opens in Bình Dương
Plast Vietnam Co has inaugurated a 70,000sq.m biaxially oriented plastic film production plant in the southern province of Bình Dương. The factory's core products include biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) and biaxially oriented polyethylene trephthalate (BOPET) firms, both serving as essential raw materials for flexible packaging industry in a wide range of applications such as household products, agriculture, and pet food. This steadfast commitment to both industrial expansion and ecological responsibility underscores our dedication to advancing Việt Nam's flexible packaging industry towards sustainable development,” he said. In terms of production capacity, the initial BOPP production line is geared to deliver 30,000 tonnes annually. Plast PLC – South East Asia’s largest BO film producer, and an associate company of SCGC, under SCG Chemicals (SCGC).
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October 27, 2023 20:23 UTC
Vietnam secures 94th place in FIFA ranking
Vietnamese men football team secures the 94th place in FIFA’s world latest rankings (Photo:vff.org.vn)Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnamese men football team secured the 94th place in FIFA’s world latest rankings, 15th in Asia, and first in Southeast Asia. China jumped one place, ranking 79th. In Southeast Asia, Vietnam topped the ranking, followed by Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Singapore, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Brunei, and Timor Leste. Vietnamese football team (white) in a match against the Republic of Korean team (Photo:vff.org.vn)According to FIFA, 165 international matches were held in October 2023. The next FIFA’s ranking will be released on November 30./.
Source:Viet Nam News
October 27, 2023 12:59 UTC