Linh to find her form at German Open
Linh herself also hopes to get her first win of the year, after poor performance at the India Open and Indonesia Masters in January. Previously, Gao lost to Linh in the Vietnam International Series badminton tournament 2022. Linh admitted that she had not reached her best form but would try her utmost for better performance to reach her targets. I have strong fitness to practise and compete, and positively receive all good or bad results because I never leave the competition without doing my best," Linh said. The final lists will be announced on April 30 as per the usual BWF tournament ranking system.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 19, 2024 07:59 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 19/2024
Millions of trees have also been planted in many other provinces and cities: 61 million trees in Lao Cai, 52 million trees in Phu Tho, 45 million trees in Long An, 37 million trees in Gia Lai, and 34 million trees in Nghe An. Transforming short-term planted forests into forests planted with native species for restoration purposes should be eligible for payment for forest environmental services. Tree planting should continue according to the approved plan; communication efforts should be made to ensure public understanding of the benefits and encourage participation in tree planting activities; and flexibility and proactivity are required in the implementation of tree planting activities. Millions of trees have also been planted in many other provinces and cities: 61 million trees in Lao Cai, 52 million trees in Phu Tho, 45 million trees in Long An, 37 million trees in Gia Lai, and 34 million trees in Nghe An. Transforming short-term planted forests into forests planted with native species for restoration purposes should be eligible for payment for forest environmental services.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 19, 2024 07:48 UTC
Transamerica Life Bermuda launches Genesis II Indexed Universal Life insurance plan for wealth maximization and lifetime protection
Shariah compliant index account: Solely tied to a Shariah index, this option focuses on Shariah-compliant constituents. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 19 February 2024 - Transamerica Life (Bermuda) Ltd. (TLB), a leading high net worth (HNW) life insurance provider, today announced the launch of its upgraded indexed universal life (IUL) insurance plan - Genesis II Indexed Universal Life (Genesis II). "The launch of Genesis II aligns with TLB's growth ambition by making the business more accessible and more accommodating to a wider variety of preferences of our distribution partners, brokers and banks. For detailed product information, applicable terms and conditions, please read the product summary of Genesis II (downloadable at https://www.transamericalifebermuda.com/Genesis%20II_ProductSummary_SG_PR.pdf ).Hashtag: #TransamericaLifeBermudaThe issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. The Transamerica heritage began in 1928 as Transamerica Corporation, has been rooted in Asia for over 90 years and a pioneer in managing universal life portfolios from over 40 years ago.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 19, 2024 06:03 UTC
Việt Nam - Republic of Korea cooperation close to miraculous
As comprehensive strategic partners, Korea and Việt Nam are taking strides forward in developing the ties both quantitatively and qualitatively. His visit to Việt Nam, the first bilateral visit to the Southeast Asian region since his inauguration, brought into focus once again the importance of Korea - Việt Nam relations. President Yoon's State visit to Việt Nam served as an opportunity to create a future roadmap for Korea - Việt Nam relations to develop a practical and strategic cooperative relationship in line with the upgraded relationship between the two nations. As the Republic of Korea’s Ambassador to Việt Nam, could you please tell us your plans to promote the relationship during your term? Korea, Việt Nam's largest investor on a cumulative basis, is helping to foster Việt Nam’s industrial ecosystem.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 19, 2024 01:40 UTC
Ninh Thuận takes grape production to next level
NINH THUẬN — Positioned as the proud owner of Việt Nam's largest grape farming area spanning over 1,000ha, the southern central province of Ninh Thuận is proactively embracing modern technology across various stages of grape production and processing. To enhance overall production efficiency, Ninh Thuận has built four value chains for grapes and dedicated a 30-hectare area exclusively to grape cultivation. The province has assigned five codes to grape cultivation areas encompassing nearly 73ha, and expanded VietGAP-certified grape cultivation zones to almost 214ha. Looking ahead to 2025, Ninh Thuận aims to increase its grape cultivation area to approximately 1,770ha, yielding a total production of 44,160 tonnes. Ninh Thuan remains steadfast in its commitment to developing the geographical indication of the "Ninh Thuận grape" and implementing traceability labeling to safeguard the brand's integrity.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 18, 2024 16:29 UTC
Community spirit brings soul to apartment buildings
Having observed this trend for quite a few years now, we have seen the positive side of development and apartment buildings springing up in the cities have brought people together in clean, safe and well-maintained circumstances. The new urban inhabitants bring with them a popular community spirit that connects them in a new setting. All this joy and community spirit is good for the overall functioning of the residential complex. Residents may get together for a floor party, a block party or even a dance party. Elsewhere in the world, apartment buildings have been built to give residents privacy, but that is not necessarily so here in Hà Nội.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 18, 2024 14:50 UTC
THACO to unveil 28 new automobile models
(Photo: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam’s Truong Hai Group Corporation (THACO) will unveil 9 models of passenger cars, 13 models of trucks and 6 models of buses, said Chairman of its Board of Directors Tran Ba Duong in his New Year message to employees. Additionally, the company will establish and operate a sale company in the US for the North American market. It also targets to export over 1,600 vehicles, resulting in a consolidated revenue of 68.4 trillion VND (2.85 billion USD). Its a consolidated revenue is expected to reach 13 trillion VND this year, with export revenue reaching 250 million USD. Total capital will amount to 2.1 trillion VND./.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 18, 2024 13:18 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 18/2024
Such an cultural exchange programme offers an opportunity for Russians to learn about the culture, country, and people of Vietnam. She was a co-founder and coordinator of the Vietnam Agent Orange Relief & Responsibility Campaign (VAORRC) in the New York area. After 1975, with a deep love for Vietnam, Ratner campaigned for the normalisation of the Vietnam-US relations, and supported Vietnam’s international activities. She visited Vietnam many times, and engaged in joint work with mass organisations, the Vietnam Fatherland Front, and the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics. The first, and most popular, is the six-year university training course in which after graduating, students will have a medical doctor degree.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 18, 2024 12:03 UTC
HCM City affirms role as pillar of Việt Nam’s tourism industry
HÀ NỘI — HCM City has contributed significantly to the better-than-expected results of Việt Nam’s tourism industry last year, solidifying its pivotal role in the recovery and growth of the sector. The southern economic hub welcomed nearly five million foreign tourists and nearly 35 million domestic tourists, accounting for 40 per cent and 32 per cent of the nation’s respective total numbers. As a result, it raked in over VNĐ160 trillion ($6.6 billion) in tourism revenue. Also last year, HCM City announced nearly 50 tourism projects, with 20 new ones for medium- and high-class segments. This year, Việt Nam is set to serve 18 million foreign and 110 million domestic visitors, with total tourism revenue approaching VNĐ850 trillion.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 18, 2024 09:58 UTC
Việt Nam dangles chip incentives to draw foreign companies: Nikkei Asia
HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam has pledged tax breaks and other perks to semiconductor companies that help to develop the sector in a Southeast Asian country, according to Japan's Nikkei Asia. Companies from Nvidia to Samsung are looking to expand their chip businesses in Việt Nam, which is slated to receive millions from the US CHIPS and Science Act and already hosts Intel's biggest global test and assembly factory. The country needs to strike technology transfer deals with nations dominating the chip sector, Đạt said, adding Việt Nam will sweeten policies to bring foreign experts into the workforce, which has faced a recent slowdown in foreign work permits. Việt Nam aims to train 50,000 engineers for the industry by 2030. Fernandez said in an interview while visiting Việt Nam that the country is a top target for US CHIPS Act subsidies, which will be a "badge" of confidence.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 17, 2024 16:45 UTC
Car users should know new policies in Việt Nam
HÀ NỘI — As of February 2024, new policies related to cars and road use fees will be implemented in Việt Nam. These policies are outlined in Decree 90/2023/NĐ-CP, which regulates the collection rate, collection, payment, exemption, management and use of road user fees. This means that car owners or transport business owners who pay road use fees for longer periods will receive certain benefits. Road use fees can be paid annually, monthly, or according to the car's inspection cycle. It's important for car users in Việt Nam to familiarise themselves with these new regulations to ensure compliance with the updated policies on road use fees and vehicle registration.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 17, 2024 16:33 UTC
Vietnam now has five billionaires on Forbes list
Vingroup Chairman Pham Nhat Vuong (Photo: tienphong.vn)- The number of Vietnamese billionaires in US dollar has dropped to five in the early months of 2024 from the previous six, reported in April 2023.According to Forbes , the current five Vietnamese billionaires are Vingroup Chairman Pham Nhat Vuong, VietJet Air Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao, Hoa Phat Chairman Tran Dinh Long, Thaco Chairman Tran Ba Duong and Techcombank Chairman Ho Hung Anh.Vuong topped the list as the richest man in Vietnam with a total assets of 4.5 billion USD, ranking 648th globally. On February 7, the last trading season of 2023, his assets increased by an additional 7 million USD after VHM of Vinhomes gained by 2$ to 41,800 VND per share, VRE of Vincom Retail by 0.9%, and VIC of Vingroup by 2%.The only Vietnamese female billionaire Thao was reported with a total asset of 2.4 billion USD, ranking 1301st globally after her worth was reported to surge by an additional 27 million USD as VietJet Air shares increased by 0.8%, and Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank, in which Thao and her husband own shares, increased by 2.4%.Hoa Phat Chairman Long's worth was estimated at 2.3 billion USD, ranking 1341st globally. Before the last trading season of 2023, his assets were reported to rise by 8 million USD as HPG shares went up slightly by 0.36%.Fourth place Duong has total assets of 1.5 billion USD, ranking 1980th globally. Fifth place Techcombank chairman Anh was reported with a total asset of 1.4 billion USD.Nguyen Dang Quang, Chairman of Masan, left the Forbes list as his worth was reported to fall below the $1 billion mark. Quang first entered the world billionaire list in 2019 with assets of 1.3 billion USD and has been included three times in the annual ranking with the highest estimate by Forbes at 1.9 billion USD./.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 17, 2024 11:26 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 17/2024
Tran Chi Cuong, deputy chairman of the Da Nang People's Committee, said, "Da Nang is one of the leading cultural, tourism and sports centres in Vietnam. The Central Highlands culture is closely linked to villages and features unique festivals in the vast forest space. The ethnic groups who came to settle here brought with them the cultural heritage of their homeland, enriching the cultural treasure of the Central Highlands ethnic groups. One of the cultural values of the Central Highlands that needs to be prioritised is to tap festivals. If the cultural tourism potential is well exploited, the number of tourists coming to the Central Highlands will surge remarkably compared to that of 2023.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 17, 2024 09:43 UTC
PM calls for ‘comprehensive plan’ to revive national flag carrier
HCM CITY — Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has urged agencies to develop a ‘comprehensive plan’ to tackle the financial challenges faced by lossmaking national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines. Vietnam Airlines reported losses of VNĐ11 trillion ($458 million) in 2022 and VNĐ5.5 trillion last year, resulting in accumulated losses of over VNĐ40 trillion. While the airline’s business result showed signs of improvement in 2023, its consolidated post-tax profit remained negative at about VNĐ5.5 trillion. Vietnam Airlines has finalised a restructuring plan, currently awaiting review by shareholders and the Government. The PM has called on the National Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam) and Vietnam National Coal – Mineral Industries Holding Corporation Limited (Vinacomin) to ensure sufficient coal and gas supplies for electricity production as the dry season approaches.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 17, 2024 07:20 UTC
Vietnamese company introduces air conditioning equipment in India
NEW DELHI — Việt Nam's Toàn Phát Cooper Tube Joint Stock Company is showcasing copper pipe products and equipment for air conditioning, insulation and ventilation systems at ACREX India 2024, an international exhibition specialising in air conditioning, refrigeration, and building technology, which opened in New Delhi on February 15. Its products have been exported to the Indian market since 2018. Currently, the company is cooperating with reputable partners in India in the manufacturing of air conditioners, refrigeration and heating equipment. The 23rd edition of ACREX India in New Delhi with the theme “Powering Global HVAC Supply Chain” will showcase the latest technological advancements and display a gamut of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) supply chain technologies. The exhibition offered a chance for enterprises to exchange business opportunities, update market trends and new technologies in India and South Asia, and connect with global partners.
Source:Viet Nam News
February 16, 2024 16:59 UTC