PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc welcomes new ambassadors
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc welcomes new ambassadorsPM: Vietnam values traditional friendship with EgyptPrime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Egyptian Ambassador to Vietnam Mahmoud Hassan NayelThe Vietnamese government always treasures traditional friendship with the government and people of Egypt – a country with long-lasting civilisation and world-renowned landmark destinations, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has said. PM welcomes new Sudanese ambassadorPrime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on May 30 hosts a reception for newly-appointed Sudanese Ambassador to Vietnam Mohamed Elmurtada Mubarak Ismail Siraq. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on May 30 hosted a reception for newly-appointed Sudanese Ambassador to Vietnam Mohamed Elmurtada Mubarak Ismail Siraq. Phuc congratulated the Sudanese diplomat on his new mission in Vietnam when the two countries’ relations are advancing. Vietnam hopes to receive help from Global Environment FundPrime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) receives GEF CEO and Chairperson Naoko IshiiVietnam wants the Global Environment Fund (GEF) to continue helping Vietnam in well addressing environment-related issues, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc said during his reception for GEF CEO and Chairperson Naoko Ishii in Hanoi on May 30.
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May 31, 2018 03:45 UTC
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In 2012, the UN Conference on Sustainable Development in Rio de Janeiro decided to establish a global high-level political forum for sustainable development. However, as sustainable development consists of many areas, the measurement of businesses’ efforts is a problem for all relevant parties, Bao added. Some businesses have built and applied sustainable development reports in their operations as a tool to carry out measurement and manage changes to become more sustainable. At the meeting, reporters were provided with an overview of sustainable development reports and information about businesses’ attitude, the press’s coverage of enterprises’ sustainable development reports and the press’s role in improving public awareness of this issue. From 2011, BIDV’s branch in Quang Ngai has carried out various social security programmes in the locality.
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May 31, 2018 03:23 UTC
Retail sales, services revenue up by 10.1%
Retail sales, services revenue up by 10.1%Viet Nam’s total revenue from retail sales and services in the first five months of this year maintained a high growth since the beginning of the year. The total revenue rose by 10.1 per cent year-on-year to VND1.75 quadrillion (US$76.4 billion) in the first five months, said GSO. The high purchasing power pushed the revenue of retail goods in the first five months of this year up by 11 per cent year-on-year to VND1.33 quadrillion, accounting for three-fourths of the total retail sales and services revenue. Meanwhile, retail sales in accommodation, restaurant and catering services surged by 8.9 per cent year-on-year to VND214.4 trillion. The revenue rose by 4.6 per cent year-on-year to VND196.5 trillion.
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May 31, 2018 03:11 UTC
Vietnam rolls out carpet for Japanese investment: President
Vietnam rolls out carpet for Japanese investment: PresidentForeign investments, including those made by Japanese firms, are an important driving force for Vietnam’s socio-economic development and improvement of the national competitive capacity, said President Tran Dai Quang. On the occasion, they invited members of the Japanese Imperial Family to visit Vietnam in a proper time. President Tran Dai Quang and his spouse are on a State visit to Japan from May 29 to June 2. The Japanese media on May 30 gave extensive coverage on the ongoing State-visit to Japan by Vietnamese President Tran Dai Quang. President Quang hoped for enhanced collaboration with the locality in agriculture, high-tech and infrastructure construction which are of Gunma’s strength, the newspaper said.
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May 31, 2018 02:52 UTC
It’s a kind of magic for Japanese duo
It’s a kind of magic for Japanese duoA duo of Japanese magicians, Ai and Yuki, will perform with Vietnamese comedians for the first time in a show for children on the occasion of International Children’s Day. "This is the second time the magic duo has come to Viet Nam to perform, but they will perform with Vietnamese artists for the first time," said veteran comedian Duc Hai. The most thrilling performance will be the appearance of Japanese Ninja characters flying through the air, according to the duo. Ai and Yuki are the first Japanese artists to perform in the Zen Magic show in Las Vegas, which they did for one year in 2010. The duo were invited to the world famous Magic Castle and were nominated in the category for Stage Magic at the Magic Castle Awards in 2008.
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May 31, 2018 02:37 UTC
Nearly all banks make a profit in first quarter
Nearly all banks make a profit in first quarterVietNamNet Bridge - Most banks reported satisfactory profits for the first quarter of 2018, but their asset exploitation and capital use efficiency varied. Most banks reported satisfactory profitsBanks’ Q1 finance reports showed that they made fat profits in the quarter. Some banks reported profits increasing by two or three times in comparison with the same period last year. Most banks reported satisfactory profits for the first quarter of 2018, but their asset exploitation and capital use efficiency varied. Among private banks, the banks with the biggest total assets include Sacombank (VND381 trillion), MB Bank (VND316 trillion) and ACB VND300 trillion).
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May 31, 2018 02:26 UTC
Legislators talk revisions to anti-corruption, sports laws
Legislators talk revisions to anti-corruption, sports lawsDraft amendments to the Anti-Corruption Law and the Law on Physical Training and Sports are being discussed by the National Assembly (NA) on May 31, part of the ongoing fifth session of the 14th-tenure parliament. The draft amended Anti-Corruption Law is said to have absorbed opinions raised by deputies at the NA’s fourth session in late 2017. In the afternoon, deputies will work in groups to scrutinise the draft amended Anti-Corruption Law. Chairman of the NA Committee on Culture, Education, Youth Phan Thanh Binh delivered a report assessing the draft law. The revised draft law on corruption control will be the topic of group discussion in the afternoon.
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May 31, 2018 02:15 UTC
Himalayan thangka art to be showcased in Vietnam
Himalayan thangka art to be showcased in VietnamHanoians will have the chance to witness the artistic and religious values of Himalayan thangka art and see artists at work using traditional materials from Nepal. — Photo courtesy of the organiserApproximately 80 thangka paintings will be showcased at an exhibition on June 2-3 in Hanoi and on June 9-10 in HCM City. This is the third time Himalayas Viet Nam has organised the event to exhibit and introduce thangka art in the two major cities. Aimed at giving art enthusiasts a chance to understand the art of enlightenment in Tibetan Buddhism, the event will see the participation of some of the most talented thangka artists, including Shrestha Bibek. He is a leading artist at Images of Enlightenment, one of the most prestigious art schools in Nepal, where large thangka paintings for Nepali and Tibetan monasteries are made.
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May 31, 2018 01:52 UTC
Blockchain heats up Vietnam’s technology circle
Blockchain heats up Vietnam’s technology circleVietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam has recently become a blockchain R&D center in the region. Blockchain can be utilized in many fields, including agriculture productionVietnam has recently become a blockchain R&D center in the region. HI-TEK applies blockchain technology to book rooms and air tickets online which can connect 800,000 hotels and provide 150,000 flights all over the world and apply for visas. RELATED NEWS Vietnam lags behind Thailand in use of blockchain in agriculture Blockchain technology traces farm produce origin in VietnamMai ChiThe Blockchain Festival Vietnam organized by Huobi, one of the financial service providers, on May 24-25 in HCMC was the latest event related to modern technology. The event aims to connect leading experts in blockchain technology in Vietnam and the world.In late April, the Vietnam E-commerce Association (Vecom) set up the Blockchain Sub-association.
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May 31, 2018 00:45 UTC
the rise in five charts
Vaping - the rise in five chartsFor travellers looking forward to their summer holidays, what to pack can be a source of stress. In an open system, the liquid that is vapourised can be refilled manually by the user. Closed system e-cigarettes use ready-made refills, which screw directly on to the e-cigarette's battery. Most e-cigarettes are purchased in-storeMost e-cigarette users buy their devices in specialist shops, according to a report published by Ernst & Young. In 2015, 35% of e-cigarette users surveyed across the UK, France, Germany, Poland, Italy, Russia and South Korea bought their devices in e-cigarette shops.
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May 31, 2018 00:45 UTC
World Cup 2018: BBC iPlayer to stream matches in 4K HDR
World Cup 2018: BBC iPlayer to stream matches in 4K HDRThe BBC is to stream dozens of World Cup matches live in 4K resolution and high dynamic range colour (HDR) to UK-based audiences in June and July. The BBC is promoting the trial as providing the "best ever picture quality" iPlayer has offered. BT began screening live sport in 4K in 2015, and Sky followed a year later, but neither do so in HDR. Restricted viewAll 29 of BBC One's World Cup matches are scheduled to be made available in 4K and HDR. "But it's an interesting way for people to see the World Cup."
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May 31, 2018 00:45 UTC
Quang Nam: resorts ‘swallow’ forests, ‘block’ sea
Quang Nam: resorts ‘swallow’ forests, ‘block’ seaVietNamNet Bridge - In the central province of Quang Nam, protective forests have been cleared to make room for resorts, while tourism projects have blocked the way to beaches. Resorts eat into protective forestsTwenty years ago, the entire coastal poplar forest from Da Nang to Hoi An was felled to make room for tourism projects, a part of the ‘revolution’ in the tourism industry initiated by Quang Nam province and Da Nang City. A multi-million dollar road with four lanes, called the ‘5-star road’ linking Da Nang and Hoi An was built. Twenty years ago, the entire coastal poplar forest from Da Nang to Hoi An was felled to make room for tourism projects, a part of the ‘revolution’ in the tourism industry initiated by Quang Nam province and Da Nang City. The poplar forest, which prevented wind, sand and sea wave attacks for many generations, no longer exists.
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May 31, 2018 00:22 UTC
Education Ministry draws up exam scheme reform, then quickly recalls it
Education Ministry draws up exam scheme reform, then quickly recalls itVietNamNet Bridge – The Ministry of Education and Training’s (MOET) decision to withdraw an examination reform plan has posed a question about the ministry’s way of renovating education. “In the decision on recalling the plan, MOET wrote that the last exam was organized well and satisfied people. The Ministry of Education and Training’s (MOET) decision to withdraw an examination reform plan has posed a question about the ministry’s way of renovating education. The development of exam question bank that serves the 2018 high school finals is expected to cost VND84.7 billion. RELATED NEWSSchools ponder ban on entrance examsStudents prepare for this year’s tough high school entrance examsThanh Lich
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May 31, 2018 00:11 UTC
Doctors warn foods no way to treat dehydration
Doctors warn foods no way to treat dehydrationVietNamNet Bridge – Doctors in Hanoi have warned parents to be more cautious when treating their children with food products that claim to contain Oral Rehydration Salts. It is important to prepare ORS strictly according to instructions to treat children with rehydration. It is important to prepare ORS strictly according to instructions to treat children with rehydration, he said. Patients need to drink hundreds of ml of ORS to treat dehydration,” he said. Many parents mistakenly believe that ORS-containing foods are the same as ORS prescribed by doctors, he said.
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May 31, 2018 00:00 UTC
VietNamNet to merge with Vietnam Post newspaper
VietNamNet to merge with Vietnam Post newspaperThe electronic newspaper VietNamNet will merge with the Vietnam Post newspaper to become VietNamNet newspaper under a new decision issued by the Ministry of Information and Communications on May 30. Accordingly, VietNamNet newspaper will be a public non-productive entity operating under the Press Law and relevant regulations. It will offer VietNamNet and Vietnam Post printed publications, and maintain the current Infonet e-newspaper as the electronic version of the Vietnam Post newspaper. Other publications include newspapers under associations that wish to be part of VietNamNet newspaper. VietNamNet newspaper is entitled to inherit all legitimate rights and obligations of Vietnam Post newspaper and VietNamNet e-newspaper.
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May 30, 2018 14:48 UTC