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VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 22/2024

Vietnam contributes to promoting NAM’s role at Conference of Disarmament

15th VIFA EXPO - opportunity for Vietnam’s furniture industry in 2024

The VIFA EXPO 2024 has full support programs to enhance the experience of international buyers when seeking and exploring high-quality furniture and handicraft sources at the fair.

About 1.58 million households live under poverty line in Vietnam

Over 1.58 million households in Viet Nam remain poor and near poor based on multi-dimensional poverty standards, according to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA).

Vietnam wins five first prizes at International Music Competition

Vietnamese contestants have triumphed over 1,000 counterparts from around the world to win five top prizes of the 18th ZhongSin International Music Competition 2024.

Free bus and metro tickets to be provided on major holidays

The Hanoi Department of Transport has proposed offering free public transport services for people during four major holidays.

Cam Ranh and Changi Airports team up to deploy automatic check-in services

Cam Ranh International Terminal JSC has signed a cooperation agreement with Singapore’s Changi Airport International to deploy automatic check-in services, entry registration via mobile apps, use of artificial intelligence in luggage transportation.

Vietnam likely to maintain high economic growth in medium term: IMF expert

Vietnam will enjoy favourable conditions to fuel its economic recovery this year despite the global moderate growth forecast, said Paulo Medas, head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) team to Vietnam.

Vietnamese passport drops in 2024 Henley global rankings

The Vietnamese passport currently ranks 92nd on the list of the world’s most powerful passports for 2024, falling four places compared to the previous ranking last year, according to the latest Henley Passport Index.

Australian, Irish expats finish 2,000km journey to support needy children

Through torrential rain and 40°C heat, up vertiginous mountain climbs and stunning coastal roads, Australian teacher Jake Norris and his Irish mate Sean Down have endured a three-month test of endurance to bring about a better future for VN children.

Vietnam moves to stamp out bird flu outbreaks

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has requested a number of localities to urgently contain ongoing bird flu outbreaks to prevent the virus spreading to the wider community.

Twelve defendants in Viet A Company-related case file appeals

The Hanoi People’s Court has received appeals of 12 defendants in the case relating to Viet A Company over one month after the first-instance trial.

Tourists allowed to visit offices of HCMC People’s Council, People’s Committee

The headquarters of the People's Council and People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City - a national architectural relic - will open its doors to visitors for tours free of charge this year.

NA Standing Committee to convene 30th session on Feb. 22

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee will convene its 30th session on February 22, the NA Office has announced.

Visit Vietnam Year - Dien Bien 2024 promises endless experiences

In association with the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory (May 7, 1954 – 2024), Visit Vietnam Year - Dien Bien 2024 is expected to bring endless experiences to tourists, heard a press conference in Hanoi on February 21.

First int’l freight transport train in Lunar New Year departs

The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) on February 21 started the first international freight transport train in the Year of the Dragon from Song Than station in Binh Duong province to Zhengzhou in China's Henan province.

SBV injects large amount of money to support capital for banks

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on February 20 net injected more than 5 trillion VND (nearly 204 million USD) into the banking system through the open market operation (OMO) channel to support capital for commercial banks.

Power-purchase negotiations may stall investment in waste-to-electricity plants

WTE (waste-to-electricity) is considered a superior solution to solve environmental problems, but it remains unattractive to investors.

Phu Yen's half-dried beef

The mountainous district of Song Hinh in Phu Yen province is famous for half-dried beef and ant salt.

Hybrid car market expected to warm up in 2024

With the shortage of charging stations for electric cars, hybrid cars are proving to be a better alternative for now because they don’t require investment in infrastructure.

Mobile cinema team helps improve spiritual life in Central Highlands villages

During the Tết (Lunar New Year) holidays, while everyone else gathered with their families, members of the Đam San Music and Dance Theater based in Gia Lai Province were still diligently taking films to remote villages.