VIENTIANE — Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng’s devotions and contributions to Việt Nam have engineered the nation’s development, making the overseas Vietnamese (OVs), including those in Laos, glow with immense pride in the respected leader. Party General Secretary Trọng had been a towering figure in the community, he said, adding many OVs in Vientiane went to the pagodas to pray for the leader. Another OV in Laos, Nguyễn Thị Thu Huyền, affirmed that Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng left a special imprint in the nation’s fortune, adding he is a great father that the OVs always trust in and feel proud of. As the head of the Central Steering Committee on Prevention and Control of Corruption and Negative Phenomena, the Party leader, with his political resolve, drastically, harmoniously and comprehensively drove the anti-graft campaign. Many ideas, viewpoints, guiding principles, and action principles in fighting corruption and negative phenomena initiated and directed by the General Secretary have proven effective, affirmed in reality, and brought about valuable lessons in both theory and practice, she observed.
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July 20, 2024 18:15 UTC
A vehicle is inspected at a vehicle inspection centre in Hà Nội. At the meeting, Deputy Minister of Transport Nguyễn Danh Huy reported that Hà Nội has made significant progress on the Nhổn-Hà Nội Station metro line. The Việt Nam Air Traffic Management Corporation will collaborate with the airport to provide information in accordance with regulations. Phan Quốc Việt, Việt Á company's former General Director, is among those appealing for reduced prison terms. U19 Việt Nam team ready for ASEAN U-19 Boys' ChampionshipThe U19 Vietnamese team are ready for the ASEAN U-19 Boys' Championship 2024 in Indonesia.
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July 20, 2024 18:08 UTC
BANGKOK — The Vietnamese Embassy in Thailand on July 19 supported family members of those who died in the Bangkok hotel incident to receive their personal belongings handed over by Thai police, and continued to provide them with guidance on relevant consulate procedures. The office will continue to closely follow the incident and coordinate with relevant authorities, and take subsequent and necessary citizen protection measures. Earlier, on July 19 morning, Ambassador Phạm Việt Hùng received Sanan Angubolkul, Chairman of the Thailand-Việt Nam Friendship Association, who came to express condolences on the incident. On July 16, six people, four of them Vietnamese together with two others US citizens of Vietnamese origin, were found dead at Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel in Pathum Wan District of Bangkok, Thailand. Medics at the King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital of Thailand on July 17 confirmed that the six died of cyanide poisoning.
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July 20, 2024 15:02 UTC
HÀ NỘI — Upon hearing the news on the passing away of Party General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng, National Assembly Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn expressed his boundless grief and shared his sentiments and thoughts on the leader. The top legislator, who is also a Politburo member, called the deceased a great personality, wit, talent, and erudition rich in reality. The 80-year-old, with 57 years in the Party, devoted the whole of his life to the fine ideology of the Party and served as a bright example of the revolutionary virtue of a communist, Mẫn said, adding he also devoted the whole of his life to the ideology of national independence and socialism, for the happiness of the people. Shouldering the heavy responsibility of the top leader of the Party and many other important positions in the Party and the State, including that of the National Assembly Chairman for the 11th and 12th tenures, he remained closely bonded to the legislature, the NA leader said. This once again showed the carefulness, modesty and progressive spirit of a true communist when assigned especially important tasks, the NA leader said.
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July 20, 2024 13:00 UTC
HÀ NỘI -- Artists including Vietnamese and expatriates are invited to apply for grants to create art and culture collaboration projects between the United Kingdom and Việt Nam. The Connections Through Culture Grants will be awarded to new international collaborations to help the artists develop their work. The projects are required to include at least one UK-based applicant and one applicant based in Việt Nam. These grants can spark big ideas and major collaborations, according to Donna McGowan, Director of the British Council Việt Nam. "Connections Through Culture grants not only create meaningful artistic exchanges, but help to bring greater understanding that will enrich the global creative landscape," she added.
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July 19, 2024 23:52 UTC
QUẢNG NINH The body of the missing victim in the crash between two vessels at Quả Xoài Lagoon area has been found, according to Trần Đức Thắng, Chairman of the People's Committee of Quảng Yên Town on Friday. The deceased Lê Văn Cương (also known as Lê Văn Cấng), who was born in 1983 and who lived in Đông 2 Hamlet, Liên Vị Commune, Quảng Yên Town, was discovered around 5am, close to the site of the collision. At around 8.30am on Wednesday, Lê Văn Cương and eight others went to cut oysters in the Đèn Ba Lăng waters of Liên Hòa Commune. As soon as the incident report was released, Quảng Yên Town mobilised forces and equipment to search for the victim. The victim's body has been handed over to the family for funeral arrangements and Quảng Yên Town will implement support policies as per State regulations.
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July 19, 2024 14:13 UTC
HÀ NỘI — The Government has issued a decree amending and supplementing the list of narcotics, adding 15 new substances which are banned. Under Decree 90/2024/NĐ-CP, 14 narcotic substances have been added to List II. These substances can only be used under strict regulations for analysis, testing, scientific research, criminal investigation or in medical fields as authorised by competent agencies. The substances and their possible salts include 3-Chloromethcathinone (3-CMC); 2-Methyl-AP-237; 3-Methylmethcathinone (3-MMC); ADB-4en-PINACA; ADB-FUBIATA; ADB-INACA; Alpha-PiHP; Butonitazene; Etazene; Etonitazepyne; MDMB-BUTINACA; MDMB-INACA; N,N-Dimethylpentylone; Protonitazene. The decree also adds Bromazolam to List III, which includes narcotic substances to be used for analysis, testing, scientific research, criminal investigation or in the fields of medicine and veterinary medicine as authorised by competent agencies.
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July 19, 2024 10:26 UTC
On the afternoon of July 18, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pham Thu Hang, provided more details about the group of Vietnamese who died in Bangkok on July 16. The spokesperson stated that Thai authorities confirmed four out of the six deceased individuals at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel in Bangkok were Vietnamese citizens. Photo: KhaosodFollowing the Prime Minister's directive, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has provided information about the incident to the relevant authorities of the Ministry of Public Security. The Vietnamese Embassy in Thailand is also in contact with Thai authorities to promptly guide the victims' families on posthumous procedures when permitted. Thai police reported on July 16 about six bodies, including four Vietnamese and two Vietnamese Americans, in room 502 of the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel in Bangkok.
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July 19, 2024 10:12 UTC
According to thebooksheller.com on July 17, for the first time two works translated from Vietnamese have made the list. They were Biên sử nước (Water: A Chronicle) published by Major Books, and Thang máy Sài Gòn (Elevator In Saigon) published by Tilted Axis Press. The author has also published many novels in both French and Vietnamese. She has translated books in various genres, including those by Margaret Atwood, Donna Tartt, Kazuo Ishiguro, Richard Flanagan, and J. L. Borges, as well as the poetry featured in “The Lord of the Rings”. Backed by Arts Council England, PEN Translates was launched in 2012 with the aim of encouraging UK publishers to acquire more books from other languages.
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July 19, 2024 09:38 UTC
He said human trafficking had taken a complex turn, as traffickers increasingly leverage social media platforms to trap unsuspecting individuals. "There have been reports of Vietnamese-led networks specialising in trafficking foreigners through Việt Nam to third countries," said Trình. He also said human trafficking in Việt Nam was most prevalent in the northern provinces bordering China, however recent border fence construction has prompted a southward shift in trafficking activities. "Communication efforts at border gates have resulted in 926 workers voluntarily abandoning their plans to leave the country after recognising the potential dangers of becoming human trafficking victims," said Thanh. Looking ahead, BGC remains steadfast in its commitment to eradicating human trafficking.
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July 19, 2024 07:58 UTC
A class at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy of the Việt Nam National University, Hà Nội. The university plans to open the first general medicine and dentistry courses for approximately 100 Indian students by early 2025. Currently, Việt Nam already has the Cần Thơ University of Medicine and Pharmacy training Indian general practitioners, with the first intake starting in 2022. This initiative represents a new direction for Vietnamese universities that is capable of providing education for foreign students, with curricula and instruction conducted in English. Additionally, thousands of foreign doctors have already come to Việt Nam for short-term courses in endoscopic surgery, thyroid surgery, radiology, and cancer treatment at various Vietnamese hospitals.
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July 18, 2024 20:44 UTC
The average age of Vietnamese children using the internet is nine years old, four years earlier than the global average. The national child protection hotline, 111, has recorded 1,500 intervention support calls, including 419 reports of online child abuse. The draft emphasises the responsibility to protect children and adolescents online as a crucial measure for internet development. Nguyễn Thị Nga, Deputy Director of the MOLISA’s Department of Child Affairs, highlighted that Việt Nam has actively built and perfected the legal system to protect children online. 23/CT-TTg issued on May 26, 2020, on strengthening measures to ensure children's rights and protect children.
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July 18, 2024 15:57 UTC
HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to closely coordinate with Thailand in investigating the deaths of six individuals, including four Vietnamese citizens, discovered at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel on Tuesday. Measures will be implemented to protect the legitimate rights and interests of Vietnamese citizens. 69/CĐ-TTg, dated July 17, 2024, concerning the deaths of Vietnamese tourists in Bangkok, Thailand. The circular was sent to the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Public Security, and the Ambassador of Việt Nam to Thailand. The Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand is tasked with closely monitoring the situation, reporting on the progress of the investigation, and carrying out citizen protection measures.
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July 18, 2024 14:35 UTC
TIỀN GIANG — Having a rich history and diverse culture, the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Tiền Giang targets to become a new favourite destination among tourists. Tiền Giang now has more than 2,100 historical and cultural relics, including archaeological sites, revolutionary historical relic sites, religious sites, and ancient architectural buildings. Apart from the ancient village, Tiền Giang is popular for the Gò Thanh Archaeological Site in Chợ Gạo District. Chiến said most of the historical and cultural relics in Tiền Giang are related to religious and spiritual activities to honour the land’s rich history and cultural values, and contribute to attracting more tourists. In the first six months of 2024, Tiền Giang served 850,000 visitors, including 300,000 international visitors, a year-on-year rise of 21.1 per cent.
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July 18, 2024 13:39 UTC
HÀ NỘI – Việt Nam is joining 30 other countries and territories worldwide in the ongoing 34th Hong Kong Book Fair, whose theme spotlights literature in film and television. Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, the annual fair runs at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from July 17-23, featuring over 600 cultural activities. At the fair, the Consulate General of Việt Nam designed a space rich in cinematic elements, showcasing classic and contemporary Vietnamese literary works that have been adapted into films or translated into multiple languages. Talking to the VNA's resident reporters, Vietnamese Consul General Lê Đức Hạnh stressed that the Consulate General aims to bring Việt Nam closer to the world, in line with the Party’s and State’s cultural diplomacy policies. The 2023 edition of the fair attracted nearly 1 million visitors in seven consecutive days.
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July 18, 2024 10:46 UTC