Vietnam News Headlines May 31/2024
Quang expressed his hope that Danish Ambassador to Vietnam Nicolai Prytz and LEGO leaders will continue working to call for Danish firms to land investment in Vietnam. Bryant shared his journey with several Australian and US veterans in their efforts to find possible burial places of Vietnamese martyrs who died in this battle. In the near future, Bryant plans to return to Vietnam to continue contributing to the search for martyrs' remains. Gavi announced that it is ready to continue helping Vietnam deploy the two new vaccines of pneumococcal and HPV vaccines. The show provided a chance for Vietnam to learn the way to organise a defence exhibition serving the Vietnam International Defence Expo 2024 slated for December 19-22, to which the delegation took the occasion to invite international businesses to attend.
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May 31, 2024 14:53 UTC
Samsung Unveils the Future of Virtual Content Creation in Southeast Asia and Oceania with ‘The Wall for Virtual Production’ Showcase in Singapore
"Samsung is delighted to work with leading virtual production partners, Aux Media, Aputure, BytePlus, Pixotope, RED, to showcase The Wall for Virtual Production (IVC series) for the first time in the Southeast Asia and Oceania region. Delivering the ultimate picture quality with lifelike levels of detail and a wide range of shades for virtual content creation, the IVC serieswill unlock unlimited possibilities for filmmakers, production houses and content creators while making the content creation process easier, faster and more cost-effective. Production houses can use ultra-large LED walls to create virtual content, and integrate them with real-time visual effects technology to reduce the time and cost of content production.The IVC series can amplify production quality by adding lifelike levels of texture, volume, and shades to virtual content creation environments via its ultra-low reflection LED surface. Furthermore, the integrated Virtual Production Management (VPM) software makes it easy for teams to manage the screen and ensure high-quality pictures in a virtual production environment, while detecting and resolving any potential LED-related issues.Built with sustainability in mind, the IVC series has 1.5 times longerLED lifetime at 150,000hr, amplifying efficiency and performance for virtual production. About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies.
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May 31, 2024 14:06 UTC
Hà Nội to issue Judicial Record Certificates via the VNeID free of charge
HÀ NỘI — Hà Nội will issue Judicial Record Certificates via the VNeID application free of charge for citizens from June 1 in order to encourage residents to use the app for these procedures. 11/2024 stipulating support for fees related to providing judicial record information via the VNeID application within the city. During the pilot perios, between April 22 and May 29, the department received 5,235 applications and dealt with 2,961 applications via the VNeID application. Issuance of Criminal Record Certificates via the VNeID application is eligible for Vietnamese citizens with level-2 electronic identity accounts. Criminal Record Certificates issued electronically via the VNeID application have legal validity equivalent to the original paper Criminal Record Certificate.
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May 31, 2024 13:30 UTC
Safe and convenient transactions with VPBank cards on Apple Pay
With the presence of Apple Pay in Việt Nam, the trend of cashless payments has become more diversified. Embracing the Apple Pay payment trendFor busy professionals like Thái Vân Linh (Shark Linh), Apple Pay has transformed the shopping experience. “What sets Apple Pay apart for me is its quick, secure transactions without the need for an internet connection. Adding a VPBank card to Apple Pay is also incredibly simple. I can actively go to the company's website, delete the cards on Apple Pay to avoid risks.
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May 30, 2024 23:45 UTC
Vietnam News Headlines May 30/2024
The 1.2GW project, invested by the Vietnam Electricity (EVN) group, has total investment of 21 trillion VND (824.9 million USD). Once these documents are approved, this will be a breakthrough for the global health system in preventing and responding to epidemics and medical emergencies. The Australian association committed an investment of 100 million AUD (66.1 million USD) in the Vietnamese province./. Currently, about 400 Vietnamese students are studying and conducting research at PREU, making it the Russian university hosting the highest number of students from the Southeast Asian nation./. 2024 Vietnam Int’l Fashion Week to start on June 13The 2024 Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) will take place at the Military Zone 7’s Indoor Sports Complex in HCMC’s Phu Nhuan District on June 13-16.
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May 30, 2024 13:44 UTC
Ashes of the Kingdom Became a Medium for Youth in Singapore to Learn About Chinese Culture
Cover image of Ashes of the KingdomJapanese users' game reviews on XHONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 May 2024 - Qookka Games is thrilled to announce the findings of a recent study revealing that their latest game, "Ashes of the Kingdom," has become a significant medium for youth in Singapore to engage with and learn about Chinese culture. "Ashes of the Kingdom" is more than just a game. "Ashes of the Kingdom" is a game deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of Chinese culture, specifically highlighting the Three Kingdoms era. This exploration has sparked a global conversation among players on social media about the history and culture of China. "Ashes of the Kingdom" has successfully made the historical and cultural richness of the Three Kingdoms era accessible to a global audience, sparking a renewed interest and appreciation for Chinese traditional culture.
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May 30, 2024 12:43 UTC
ST Telemedia Global Data Centres Announces Availability of AI-Ready Data Centres Across Southeast Asia
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 May 2024 - ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), one of the world's fastest-growing data centre providers, is announcing artificial intelligence (AI) readiness in its data centres across Southeast Asia (SEA). Part of this capacity is designed to cater to AI clusters and general-purpose computing workloads. AI clusters are already operational in STT GDC's data centres in Singapore. These data centres feature advanced cooling solutions that support both liquid immersion cooling and direct to chip cooling technologies. About ST Telemedia Global Data CentresST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) is one of the fastest-growing data centre providers with a global platform serving as a cornerstone of the digital ecosystem that helps the world to connect.
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May 30, 2024 07:05 UTC
Rice export management needs to achieve dual goals
It would also direct Vietnamese Trade Offices abroad and Trade Promotion Department to support rice exporters in establishing direct distribution channels and deploying activities to promote Vietnamese rice products, especially high-quality ones to penetrate demanding and niche markets. With positive results recorded so far, Việt Nam could exceed its target of 7.6 million tonnes in rice export volume set for 2024, according to the Vietnam Food Association. This was a good opportunity for rice exporters, including Việt Nam, Hòa said during a conference in the Mekong Delta city of Cần Thơ in April. However, he said that Việt Nam would still face many challenges in rice exports this year, including the dependence on certain traditional markets. The official at the event also underlined the need for the active negotiation and signing of agreements on plant quarantine and technical regulations on paddy and rice quality to create favourable conditions for Vietnamese rice exporting enterprises.
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May 29, 2024 14:52 UTC
Money20/20 Europe Agenda Considers Signal Vs Noise: Differentiating Between Visionary Breakthroughs and Hot Air
Tokenisation is a multi-billion dollar opportunity for major banks and one that could transform money movement and asset management. This session cuts through the noise, preparing entrepreneurs for a quantum future. This session cuts through the noise, preparing entrepreneurs for a quantum future. Money20/20 Europe will bring together major banks, fintech leaders, and innovators across the continent. Money20/20 is where the world’s fintech leaders convene to grow their businesses.
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May 29, 2024 10:49 UTC
Vietnam News Headlines May 29/2024
Int’l Defence Expo 2024 promises to provide memorable experienceIn preparation for the upcoming Vietnam International Defence Expo 2024, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) Sen. Lieut. It coincides with the 80th founding anniversary of the VPA and the 35th anniversary of the All People's National Defence Festival. Vietnam strives for tourist areas to be free of single-use plastics by 2025Vietnam strives for tourist areas to be free of single-use plastics by 2025, which was heard at a workshop organized by the Vietnam Tourism Association in Ninh Binh Province. At yesterday’s workshop on minimizing plastic waste in tourism, many solutions and criteria to reduce the problem of plastic waste and develop sustainable tourism were presented. Simultaneously, the association will also develop green tourism products without plastic waste and promote tourism promotion activities associated with plastic waste reduction.
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May 29, 2024 09:09 UTC
Cao Bằng builds 'scenario' for geoparks network symposium
CAO BẰNG The northern mountain province of Cao Bằng's authority announced it has built a detailed 'scenario' for hosting the 8th symposium of the Asia Pacific Geoparks Network (APGN) so that it will take place on time in September. Speaking at a meeting with provincial authority, officials and organisers, the UNESCO senior expert praised Cao Bằng and its planning for the event. He recommended Cao Bằng needs to build detailed scenario focusing on promoting the unique cultural features of the area, while spreading a message of unity between Non Nước Cao Bằng Geopark with the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network. Located in the north of Việt Nam, 300km from Hà Nội, Non Nước Cao Bằng was recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2018. The Non Nước Cao Bằng Geopark allows visitors to explore the earth's history through its geological features.
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May 29, 2024 00:57 UTC
Hybrid rollerblade dance show comes to Youth Theatre
HÀ NỘI — A contemporary dance show with performers on inline roller skates will feature choreographer-dancer Xuân Lê at the Việt Nam Youth Theatre in Hà Nội on June 4. Lê will perform contemporary dance, hip hop and roller skating at the show, which is called Reflect. A freestyle slalom skating champion who won France's Slalom League in 2009, Lê also ranked sixth in freestyle at the Slalom World Series the same year. His first solo piece, titled Loop, combined freestyle slalom and dance, which he performed at Hà Nội Dance Fest 2019. The show Reflect will begin at 8pm at 11 Ngô Thì Nhậm Street in Hà Nội.
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May 28, 2024 20:21 UTC
 and Edward L. Knudsen (r) on 28 May in Brussels at the presentation of a report on the European Parliament elections based on the 2024 Berggruen Governance Index (BGI). (Photo by Johanna Geron/Factstory for DNA))
Researchers: The future of democracy is on the ballot in Europe
Europe's right-wing parties are preparing to pounce on voter dismay following years of austerity policies in many countries, say leading global governance researchers in a new report released on the eve of the European Parliament elections. Discontent moves right, not left.»Knudsen and fellow author Helmut K. Anheier were on-hand in Brussels Tuesday to release the findings of «Right-wing Populism, the State, and Democracy: Governance Performance and the 2024 European Parliament Elections». However, political solutions have come up empty, sparking a populist revolt.«We have underinvested in state capacity, then austerity kicked in,» eroding state capacity, said Anheier. With governments stuck in a reactive state rather a proactive state, he says they are unable to solve public problems. Really understanding that the future of the economy comes from a very diverse group of people, and is coming from new industries,» such as green industries.
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May 28, 2024 16:23 UTC
FDI reaches US$11.07 billion in first five months of 2024
Project actualisation among FDI projects was estimated at around $8.25 billion, a 7.8 per cent increase year-on-year. By May 20, the Southeast Asian country hosted 40,285 projects with a total registered capital of $481.33 billion and a project actualisation of $305.43 billion, or 63.5 per cent of the total registered investment capital. The FDI sector posted a trade surplus of $19.57 billion, including crude oil, and a trade surplus of $18.52 billion, excluding crude oil. The property sector ranked second with a total investment of nearly $1.98 billion, or nearly 17.9 per cent of total registered capital, and an increase of 70.8 per cent year-on-year. Following were wholesale, retail, transportation and warehousing, with a total registered capital of over $856.4 million.
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May 28, 2024 10:34 UTC