Info database needs public support
Info database needs public supportThe Digital Vietnamese knowledge system, an ambitious Government funded open database similar to Wikipedia, now boasts more than 10,000 articles, alongside 3.5 million question and answers following its launch in January. Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam chairs the meeting by the Steering Committee for the Vietnamese digital knowledge system on May 17 in Hanoi. Of the articles, 3,177 have been published in a ’tree of knowledge’ section, which gathers information on a range of subjects and makes it available for public use. The steering committee of the database said at a recent meeting that 15 ministries and State agencies have compiled their ‘list’ of data to be made available on the system’s site (itrithuc.vn). Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam, chairman of the steering committee, said that the success of the project can only be possible with the collective effort of the whole of society.
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May 19, 2018 09:11 UTC
Vietnamese logistics firms remain small, overpowered by foreign services
Vietnamese logistics firms remain small, overpowered by foreign servicesVietNamNet Bridge - A Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI) report has found that most domestic logistics firms are small or very small with limited financial capability. Vietnamese logistics firms are small and very smallNinety percent of businesses have registered capital of less than VND10 billion and only 1 percent of businesses have more than VND100 billion. Foreign logistics firms in Vietnam have big clients as they are parts of multi-national groups which sign contracts with large shipping lines, and have modern management technology. Vietnamese firms only undertake simple jobs such as inland transport, customs agents and storehouse services. Vietnam has a Commercial Law and legal documents related to Vietnam’s logistics development.
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May 19, 2018 07:41 UTC
Vietnam’s ornamental fish swimming in foreign-made tanks
Vietnam’s ornamental fish swimming in foreign-made tanksVietNamNet Bridge - According to the HCMC Fisheries Sub-department, 16.25 million ornamental fish were exported in the first 10 months of 2017, an increase of 14.5 percent compared with the same period last year. Ornamental fish produced in HCMC are exported to 52 markets, including the European market which consumes 60 percent. HCMC plans to export 20 million ornamental fish and earn $20-25 million in export turnover in 2017 before it gains turnover of $40-50 million by 2020. There are about 300 fish production facilities in the city which breed 17 species of popular fish and can produce 135 million fish a year. RELATED NEWSHCM City to export 40m ornamental fishHCM City casts a bigger net for ornamental fish marketMai Chi
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May 19, 2018 01:52 UTC
Mini bonsais worth thousands of US dollars
Mini bonsais worth thousands of US dollarsWith his exotic refinements and artistic ability, bonsai artisan Lam Ngoc Vinh in Hoc Mon District, HCMC has created numerous wonderful mini bonsais. Mini bonsai trees are less than 15 centimeters tall. It takes four and a half to seven years for a mini bonsai to become an artwork. An exotic bonsai shall be selected from thousands of trees. A mini bonsai that Vinh imported from Japan.
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May 19, 2018 01:41 UTC
Korean artists resumes mural project in fishing commune
Korean artists resumes mural project in fishing communeVietNamNet Bridge – Ten Korean artists have resumed painting a mural in the coastal Tam Thanh Commune in Tam Ky City of Quang Nam Province. Selfie stop: A tourist takes photo next to a base of a wall painting in Tam Thanh commune. Nearly 100 old houses were decorated with colourful murals by Korean artists. Wall art: A tourist selfie with a fishing market painting in Tam Thanh Commune. Golden sands: Beach painting on an old wall of a house in fishing Tam Thanh Commune in Tam Ky City.
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May 18, 2018 09:11 UTC
President hosts UAE, Mozambican, RoK Ambassadors
President hosts UAE, Mozambican, RoK AmbassadorsPresident Tran Dai Quang hosted separate receptions for Ambassadors of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Mozambique and the Republic of Korea (RoK) after receiving their letter of credentials on May 17. President Tran Dai Quang (R) receives UAE Ambassador Obaid Al DhaheriWelcoming UAE Ambassador Obaid Al Dhaheri, President Quang expressed his satisfaction with positive development in bilateral relations. The UAE is currently one of the leading trade, investment and labour partners of Vietnam in the Middle East. President Tran Dai Quang (R) hosts Mozambican Ambassador Leonardo Pene (Source: VNA)Receiving Mozambican Ambassador Leonardo Pene, President Quang wished him a successful working tenure to contribute to enhancing friendship and multi-faceted cooperation between Vietnam and Mozambique. RoK Ambassador Kim Do-hyun (R) presents credential letter to President Tran Dai QuangMeanwhile, at his reception for RoK Ambassador Kim Do-hyun, President Tran Dai Quang said he is delighted at strong development in the bilateral relations.
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May 18, 2018 06:56 UTC
Making fat profits, banks pay big dividends
Making fat profits, banks pay big dividendsVietNamNet Bridge - Most commercial banks have announced plans to pay big dividends, but there are some banks which have not paid dividends over the last 10 years. Smaller banks had profits lower than VND1 trillion in Q1, but witnessed growth rates of several times. Most commercial banks have announced plans to pay big dividends, but there are some banks which have not paid dividends over the last 10 years. While joint stock banks offer big dividends, large state-owned banks only offer modest one-digit dividends. US$1=VND22,000RELATED NEWSTop-tier banks overthrown, junior banks rise upCommercial banks report high profits in 2017Mai Thanh
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May 18, 2018 05:03 UTC
Tribute paid to President Ho Chi Minh on birth anniversary
Tribute paid to President Ho Chi Minh on birth anniversaryA delegation of the Party, State, National Assembly, Government and Vietnam Fatherland Front paid tribute to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum in Hanoi on the occasion of his 128th birthday. The same day, a delegation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also laid a wreath at President Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum. A delegation of the Party Committee, People's Council, People's Committee and Fatherland Front of Hanoi paid respect to President Ho Chi Minh at his mausoleum. A delegation of the Ministry of Public Security paid floral tribute to President Ho Chi Minh. A delegation of the Ministry of National Defence paid tribute to President Ho Chi Minh.
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May 18, 2018 04:41 UTC
Mexican defence chief receives new Vietnamese Ambassador
Mexican defence chief receives new Vietnamese AmbassadorMexican Secretary of National Defence General Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda has received the new Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Hoai Duong. Mexican Secretary of National Defence General Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda (L) receives Vietnamese Ambassador to Mexico Nguyen Hoai DuongExpressing admiration for Vietnam’s heroic history as well as the country’s current reform course, he said that Vietnam and Mexico share many similarities as both nations experienced struggles for independence and have strong love for peace and justice. On the occasion, the Mexican defence chief also asked Ambassador Duong to send his invitation to visit Mexico to Vietnamese Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich. General Zepeda vowed to support the Vietnamese Embassy in reinforcing the partnership between the two countries as well as defence ministries. Earlier on May 7, Ambassador Duong presented his credentials to Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto.-VNA
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May 18, 2018 04:18 UTC
TV series on Sai Gon in 1950s is a big hit
TV series on Sai Gon in 1950s is a big hitVietNamNet Bridge – Every night on Viet Nam Television’s VTV1 channel, thousands of viewers are watching a new show about Sai Gon’s lifestyle in the 1950s. Fifties life: A scene in My Nhan Sai Thanh (Beauties of Sai Gon), a 49-part series on the lives of Sai Gon women, including the intelligentsia and farmers, in the 1950s. — Photo courtesy of the producerThe 49-part series, My Nhan Sai Thanh (Beauties of Sai Gon), portrays the lives of Sai Gon women, including the intelligentsia and farmers. "I hope audiences can see her beautiful mind and the brave character of southern women," she said. My Nhan Sai Thanh is showing at 8.45pm on VTV1 from Monday to Wednesday.
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May 18, 2018 03:56 UTC
US hospital ship docks in Nha Trang, begins humanitarian programme
US hospital ship docks in Nha Trang, begins humanitarian programmeThe US Navy’s hospital ship USNS Mercy docked in Nha Trang port, the central province of Khanh Hoa on May 17, beginning its Pacific Partnership Programme 2018 (PP18) from May 17 – June 2. US Navy’s hospital ship USNS MercyApart from the US and Japan, PP18 includes the UK, Canada, France, Australia, Sri Lanka, Chile, Peru and several local, regional and international organisations. It aims to strengthen national capacities and medical preparedness for disaster response. Commissioned in 1986, the USNS Mercy is called “super hospital” of the US Navy. It is also the second time the programme has come to Nha Trang, following the first in 2008 with USNS Mercy taking part.
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May 18, 2018 03:56 UTC
Vietnam emphasises obligation to solve disputes peacefully at UNSC debate
Vietnam emphasises obligation to solve disputes peacefully at UNSC debateAmbassador Nguyen Phuong Nga, Head of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, stressed the obligation of each and every State to solve disputes by peaceful means in accordance with international law while attending a UN Security Council debate on May 17. Themed “Upholding International Law within the Context of the Maintenance of International Peace and Security”, the UNSC open debate attracted delegates of over 70 member states. Delegates agreed that international law plays an indispensable role in preserving the rule-based international order, and serves as a foundation for international peace and security. However, the respect for international law is facing numerous challenges. In this context, the international community, especially the UN Security Council, must continue to uphold and promote the compliance with the international law, and the implementation of Security Council resolutions.
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May 18, 2018 03:33 UTC
Nguyen Nhat Nam wins stage, secures yellow jersey
Nguyen Nhat Nam wins stage, secures yellow jerseyNguyen Nhat Nam finished first at the eighth stage of the Return to the Countryside cycling tournament to take the yellow jersey off the leading athlete yesterday. Nguyen Nhat Nam cross the finish line of the eighth stage of the Return to the Countryside cycling tournament. Nam’s remarkable performance not only brought him the stage win but also pushed him to top of the overall ranking. He replaced Quach Tien Dung of the Military Zone 7 who held the yellow jersey from the fourth stage. The next stage is 100km from Moc Hoa District of Long An Province to Hong Ngu District of Dong Thap Province.
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May 18, 2018 03:33 UTC
Vietnamese actress debuts in Cannes as producer
Vietnamese actress debuts in Cannes as producerVietnamese actress Nha Phuong has appeared at the Cannes Film Festival to screen short film Infill & Full Set at Festival Corner. Actress Nha Phuong is present at Cannes Film Festival 2018 to show her short film Infill and Full Set. "The short film brings me to Cannes," said the actress. This year, other short film Pas D’yeux (Faceless) by Nguyen Phan Thao Dao will also be screened at the corner. Hai Phuong (Furie) is on sale at the film market in the framework of the Cannes Film Festival 2018.-VNA
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May 18, 2018 03:11 UTC
English tutor fined, training centres dissolved
English tutor fined, training centres dissolvedVietNamNet Bridge – An English tutor in Hanoi was fined for using inappropriate terms to address her student and running tuition classes without a licence. A still from the footage which shows an English tutor in Hanoi verbally fighting with one of her students. — Photo vietnamplus.vnInspectors from the Ha Noi Department of Education and Training on Tuesday imposed VND5 million (US$220) on Nguyen Thi Kim Tuyen and VND20 million ($880) on the MST English Training Institute where she was director. The department also decided to dissolve all three English training centres under MST. It concluded that the three MST English training centres, located in narrow alleys, were not registered for foreign language training.
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May 18, 2018 03:00 UTC