Violations of railway safety corridors remains persistent issue
Common violations include the construction of shacks, businesses operating near railway tracks, illegal crossings and ignoring warning signs. Notably, in Hà Nội, along the railway routes through Bắc Từ Liêm, Thanh Trì, and Thường Tín districts, violations of railway safety corridors are prevalent. Lieutenant Dương Thanh Khánh, a traffic policeman, said: “The ward police frequently address these violations, preventing stalls within the railway safety corridor. The local authorities are reviewing land along the railway safety corridor to propose this project to the higher authorities. Violations of railway safety corridors primarily stem from a lack of awareness among some residents who fail to recognise the severe consequences of their actions, said the chairwoman.
Source:Viet Nam News
July 01, 2024 01:24 UTC
Canada into Copa America quarter-finals after 0-0 draw with 10-man Chile
The draw moved Copa America debutants Canada up to four points in Group A, five behind leaders Argentina, who had already qualified for the quarter-finals. Jun 29, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; A Canada fan cheers during the game against Chile at Inter&Co Stadium. Jun 29, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Chile forward Alexis Sanchez (10) dribbles the ball around Canada forward Jacob Shaffelburg (14) during the second half at Inter&Co Stadium. Photo: ReutersJun 29, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Canada goalkeeper Maxime Creapeau (16) throws the ball against Chile during the second half at Inter&Co Stadium. Canada thought they had taken the lead in the second minute of stoppage time through substitute Tani Oluwaseyi, but the goal was ruled out for offside.
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June 30, 2024 21:41 UTC
China’s wanted man caught in central Vietnam
Police in Quang Nam Province, central Vietnam teamed up with forces of the Ministry of Public Security to capture a Chinese man who is wanted by China’s Ministry of Public Security on Friday. A police officer of the province said on Sunday that the man was caught while he was staying at a house in the locality. He was placed on China’s list of wanted fugitives. The Vietnamese side is working to extradite the fugitive to the Chinese Ministry of Public Security. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get the latest news about Vietnam!
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June 30, 2024 18:24 UTC
Vietnamese popular cultural festival to take place in Berlin next month
BERLIN – A Vietnamese popular cultural festival named “Living in Berlin” will be held for the first time at Vietnamese-owned Đồng Xuân Centre from July 25-28 by authorities of Berlin city and Lichtenberg district. During the festival, visitors will have an opportunity to experience Vietnamese popular culture through music, comedy, cinema, performing arts and cuisine, with the participation of the young generation of Vietnamese artists growing up in Berlin. Martin Schaefer, Mayor of Lichtenberg district, said the event will be a symbol of the close decades-long friendship and bond between Việt Nam and Germany. In addition to live music, art, comedy and dance performances, the festival will also feature the "Tracks & Talk" talk show with the participation of NASHI44, an artist, singer, rapper, and composer of the Vietnamese origin. A Vietnamese film programme is scheduled to be held within the framework of the festival, with award-winning short films and special preview screenings of ARD television's new series titled "Made in Germany" by Vietnamese-origin director Ngô Ngọc Đức.
Source:Viet Nam News
June 30, 2024 14:35 UTC
Visit the ancestors home of Lý Dynasty, the first rulers of independent kingdom of the Great Việt
by Nguyễn Mỹ HàIn the middle of extraordinarily hot summer, when you step into the shades of Đình Bảng Communal House, it feels as if several degrees had been lowered. The current communal house was built with hardwood during the Latter Lê Dynasty in the 18th century and took over 30 years to complete. Đình Bảng House has been lauded by many as the most beautiful communal house in Việt Nam, which was built on a 丁 floor plan according to the Han script. Đỗ Đức Thuận, 48, takes his family of four, from Hồ Chí Minh City to visit Đình Bảng. All the Lý kings name placards were removed and placed on a new altar at the Communal House.
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June 30, 2024 13:09 UTC
Việt Nam tourism considered as rising star in Italy: official
MILAN – President of the Italian Government Tourist Board (ENIT) Alessandra Priante has described Việt Nam tourism as a rising star in Italy. Speaking at a tourism promotion programme held in Milan on June 27 by the Việt Nam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) and the Vietnamese Embassy in Italy, the Italian official said the numbers of tourists from Italy to Việt Nam and vice versa is expected to increase. Hùng said the Vietnamese embassy in Italy has carried out many activities to promote cooperation and promote tourism in localities in Italy. The Ambassador also appreciated the cooperation between Italy in general and the Lombardy region in particular with Việt Nam in recent times and emphasised the need for a direct flight connecting Italy and Việt Nam. The programme in Italy was part of activities to promote Vietnamese tourism in Europe together with similar programmes held in France and Germany.
Source:Viet Nam News
June 30, 2024 11:34 UTC
Vietnam, China underscore need for substantive cooperation
The call for deep and substantive Vietnam-China cooperation is evident in PM Chinh’s request that China soon sign a protocol and complete procedures needed for opening its doors to Vietnam’s frozen durians, fresh coconuts, and other agro-aquatic products. Vietnam shipped an estimated US$1.2-1.5 billion worth of durians to China in the first half of 2024. According to the Vinafruit general secretary, China imports some $6.7 billion worth of fresh durians and more than $1 billion of frozen durians, with Thailand being the largest supplier of frozen durians. If China opens its doors to frozen durians from Vietnam, the latter’s durian export turnover could rise by some $300 million, Nguyen predicted. Moreover, there are still concerns over ineffective projects developed by Chinese investors in Vietnam.
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June 29, 2024 16:49 UTC
Vietnam News Headlines June 29/2024
Sweden has provided a lot of assistance to Vietnam in socio-economic development, especially in poverty reduction, and people-to-people exchanges. Mawe for her part said Sweden – Vietnam relations are developing well, bringing about practical benefits for the two countries’ peoples. This activity aligns with the values of Standard Chartered, one of the oldest international banks in Vietnam and demonstrates our strong and long-term commitment to Vietnam. General Director of Standard Chartered Vietnam, Michele Wee noted, "Vietnam is the 10th country where we're launching this marathon. During one year in Vietnam, Choi has observed numerous similarities between Vietnam and the RoK.
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June 29, 2024 16:30 UTC
Việt Nam expects to have 15 undersea cable routes by 2030
HÀ NỘI – Việt Nam plans to build at least 10 new undersea cable routes by 2030, increasing the total number to 15 with a minimum capacity of 350 Tbps. By 2027, the country aims to launch four new routes, boosting the total capacity to at least 134 Tbps. It will continue to ensure that Singapore, Hong Kong (China), and Japan remain the primary digital hubs for connections. This phase will aim to maintain up to 90 per cent of the undersea cable capacity linked to four major digital hubs in Asia, with a 10 per cent capacity reserved for backup connections to significant digital hubs in the Americas and Europe. The international fiber optic cable system is a crucial part of Việt Nam’s digital infrastructure, requiring big investments to ensure ultra-high capacity, wide bandwidth, safety, and sustainability.
Source:Viet Nam News
June 29, 2024 14:09 UTC
Many Vietnamese travellers prefer long domestic trip this summer
HCM City is among the top leisure destinations that Vietnamese travellers plan to visit this summer holidays. A new report from Booking.com revealed that 46 per cent of Vietnamese travellers are considering a long domestic trip and 35 per cent want to take a long international trip this year. Other Asian destinations like Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur are also high on the summer travel wish list of Vietnamese. Booking.com shares insights into what different Vietnamese travellers are looking for in their holidays. Vietnamese travellers also showed a more than 5 per cent increase in the use of contactless payments during this period.
Source:Viet Nam News
June 29, 2024 13:48 UTC
Vietnam records 6.42% GDP growth in H1: statistics office
Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 6.42 percent in the first half of 2024, a significant increase from the 3.72-percent growth observed in the same period of 2023, as announced by the General Statistics Office on Saturday. The country’s GDP grew by 6.93 percent in the second quarter compared to the same period last year, second only to the 7.99-percent growth recorded in 2022 over the past decade. The 6.42-percent GDP growth in the first half of 2024 is slightly below the 6.58 percent rise observed in the same period in 2022. The consumer price index (CPI) rose by 4.39 percent in the second quarter of 2024 and increased by 4.08 percent for the first half compared to the same period in 2023. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to get the latest news about Vietnam!
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June 29, 2024 13:31 UTC
Ho Chi Minh City verifies video of bus driver watching phone while driving
Transport authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are verifying the authenticity of a video showing a bus driver watching his phone while driving in District 5. The video, recorded and uploaded to social media by a passenger on the bus, started circulating on Thursday. In particular, the driver repeatedly watched a video on his phone on his left side while driving the bus on Phu Huu Street in District 5. A representative of the Ho Chi Minh City Management Center of Public Transport said the center had received a resident’s report of the case and would coordinate with relevant agencies to verify and handle it. Transport authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are verifying the authenticity of a video showing a bus driver watching his phone while driving in District 5.
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June 29, 2024 01:39 UTC
Vietnam’s legislature passes zero-tolerance policy for drunk driving
Vietnam’s law-making National Assembly (NA) on Thursday approved the Law on Road Traffic Order and Safety, imposing an absolute ban on drivers with any level of blood or breath alcohol content. Up to 388 out of 450 NA deputies voted in favor of the law, which will take effect from January 1, 2025. The law stipulates that drivers must be completely sober, without consuming any amount of alcoholic drinks, while operating vehicles on the road. Photo: SuppliedBefore the legislature gave its final approval to the law, NA deputies engaged in an extensive debate and a separate vote on the zero blood and breath alcohol provision. More than 73 percent of the lawmakers, or 357 out of 448, supported the total ban on driving under the influence of alcohol.
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June 28, 2024 21:31 UTC
Living in fear | Sạt lở nhiều căn nhà xuống sông Cầu tại Bắc Ninh
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 8 PM CDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105. For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected. For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 10 AM Saturday to 8 PM CDT Sunday. ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM SATURDAY TO 8 PM CDT SUNDAY... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105. For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 expected.
Source:Viet Nam News
June 28, 2024 18:09 UTC
Import-export turnover through Lào Cai Border Gate reaches nearly $1.6 billion
HÀ NỘI — The total value of exports and imports through the border gates in the northern province of Lào Cai is estimated to reach US$1.57 billion in the first six months of this year, a year-on-year increase of 164.2 per cent, achieving 35 per cent of this year’s plan. Of which, the export value is estimated to reach $866.6 million in the first six months of this year, equal to 186.24 per cent compared to the same period last year, fulfilling 45.61 per cent of the year's plan. The import value is estimated at $313 million in the period, equal to 134.5 per cent over the same period last year, fulfilling 26.08 per cent of the year plan. The Office of the provincial People's Committee said that after implementing many solutions to restore and stabilise import-export activities and custom clearances at the border, the operations at the gates are ensured.
Source:Viet Nam News
June 28, 2024 18:06 UTC