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Vietnam News Headlines November 11/2024

Vietnamese artist joins diplomatic art exhibition in Moscow

Paintings by Vietnamese artist Pham Thuy Quynh, member of the executive board of the Vietnamese Association in Russia, were featured at the 5th annual exhibition of artworks by diplomats in Moscow on November 8.

The event, designed to bridge cultures and provide a platform for amateur artists within the diplomatic community, drew representatives of 10 embassies from Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. Vietnam, along with Yemen, Qatar, Oman, and Lebanon, proudly represented Asia at this cultural gathering.

Though Quynh is not a diplomat, she received a special invitation to join the event.

Project manager and honorary member of the Russian Academy of Arts Grigory Bogomolny explained that while previous editions had been limited to diplomats and their families, Quynh's exceptional talent warranted an exception.

He expressed his admiration for her works, noting her previous solo exhibitions and artistic prowess.

The exhibition expanded beyond paintings to include decorative art, photos, books and original poems written by ambassadors and diplomats.

Visitors were treated to a diverse cultural feast, including performances of popular songs in Russian, French, Spanish, Italian and Vietnamese. The Vietnamese song “Xin Chao Viet Nam” (Hello Vietnam) added a touch of local flavor to the event./.

Quang Ninh to host 3rd Vietnam Int'l Digital Week next week

The 3rd Vietnam International Digital Week will take place in Ha Long city, the northern province of Quang Ninh, from November 19-22 for the second consecutive year.

It will provide an opportunity for organisations and businesses to exchange ideas and connect with both domestic and international management agencies, associations, and enterprises on information technology development, digital transformation, and digital infrastructure development.

It will also serve as a platform to learn from and share experiences in making development, technology, and human resources policies and strategies; establish partnerships; and propose solutions to address current challenges.

Additionally, the event will create a chance to showcase products and services, attract investment, and establish cooperation between Quang Ninh and technology partners both inside and outside Vietnam.

A variety of activities will take place within the framework of the digital week, including a ministerial roundtable, the fourth ASEAN 5G Conference, an international forum on digital strategy, policy, and AI governance with Australia, the ASEAN Senior Officials’ Meeting on Information, and a workshop on policy and regulation recommendations to promote trusted services in ASEAN.

The event will feature an international digital investment forum – an opportunity to attract foreign investment in ICT in provinces, cities, and industrial zones; the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)’s conference on human resources for digital transformation and digital economy development; the Vietnam-ITU conference on AI governance and applications in industry; the Vietnam-Republic of Korea Digital Transformation Forum; and the Southeast Asia Hackathon competition, among others./.

Mexican newspaper reviews Vietnam’s traditional ties with Latin American countries

Mexican newspaper NotiMass Guerrero has highlighted milestones in the traditional relationships between Vietnam and Latin American nations as well as their solidarity rooted in similarities in national liberation struggles and a shared love for freedom and peace.

The editorial was published on the occasion of Vietnamese State President Luong Cuong's official visits to Chile and Peru and attendance at the 2024 APEC Economic Leaders' Week in Peru.

In the article, NotiMass Guerrero, one of the major dailies in southern Mexico, noted that Vietnam’s early connections with the region date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when the Southeast Asian nation was still under the colonial rule, while many Latin American countries had freshly gained independence.

It recalled that during his quest for national salvation, late Vietnamese President Ho Chi Minh traveled extensively across the five continents, making notable stops in Martinique in the Caribbean, Uruguay, and Argentina in 1912. His visits laid the groundwork for future solidarity, friendship, and cooperation between Vietnam and Latin American nations.

According to the newspaper, Vietnam officially established diplomatic relations with Cuba in 1960, Chile in 1971, and Argentina in 1973. In the first five years after its reunification in 1975, Vietnam set up diplomatic ties with 10 more Latin American nations. This was a period during which Vietnam stood shoulder-to-shoulder with its Latin American peers in their struggles for independence, democracy, and social progress.

The Latin American side offered strong support for Vietnam in not only its admission to the United Nations in 1977, but also its post-war recovery, international integration, and efforts to counter sanctions and embargoes. Since Vietnam’s Doi Moi (renewal) process in 1986, the relations with the region have entered a new era of robust and comprehensive development. Today, the country maintains diplomatic ties with all the 33 countries in Latin America.

Regarding economic and trade relations, NotiMass Guerrero highlighted that despite global economic fluctuations, Vietnam-Latin America trade has shown impressive growth. The bilateral trade increased 67-fold to 23 billion USD in 2022 from 300 million USD in 2000. Vietnam has implemented numerous investment projects across the 650-million-strong market, including key sectors like energy, oil and gas, and telecommunications. Meanwhile, 21 Latin American countries are running 114 projects worth approximately 671 million USD in Vietnam.

Vietnam and its Latin American partners have also been working effectively to implement trade agreements that bolster their economic, trade, and investment relations. These include the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), with Vietnam, Mexico, Chile, and Peru as members, the Vietnam-Chile Free Trade Agreement, and a trade agreement with Cuba./.

HCM City treasures overseas Vietnamese’s contributions to homeland

The Ho Chi Minh City Committee for Overseas Vietnamese on November 9 organised an event to honour experts, intellectuals, and overseas Vietnamese who have contributed ideas and suggestions, and participated in activities to boost the city’s development.

Speaking at the event, chairwoman of the committee Vu Thi Huynh Mai emphasised the important role of overseas Vietnamese in contributing their intelligence and professional experience to the city.

She said currently about 500 experts, intellectuals, and overseas Vietnamese are working in the city. Most of them are scientists and technical experts. They have been actively participating in teaching at universities and research institutes, as well as contributing important ideas to the city's development.

Mai called on overseas Vietnamese to make further contributions to HCM City and noted that the southern largest economic hub has preferential policies to attract overseas Vietnamese experts, intellectuals, and scientists.

On this occasion, the committee coordinated with the family of Dr. Vo Ta Han, an overseas Vietnamese in the US, presented more than 9,600 books worth about 24 billion VND (950,000 USD) to 33 universities, colleges, and libraries in the Southern and Central Highlands regions.

Those are part of 14,219 science and technology books worth 34 billion VND published by Singapore’s World Scientific Publishing House that Han donated to universities, colleges and libraries in Vietnam in 2024./.

Vietnamese artist joins diplomatic art exhibition in Moscow

Though Quynh is not a diplomat, she received a special invitation to join the event.

He expressed his admiration for her works, noting her previous solo exhibitions and artistic prowess.

The exhibition expanded beyond paintings to include decorative art, photos, books and original poems written by ambassadors and diplomats.

Vietnamese, Chinese border guards join hands in disseminating legal regulations

The Border Guard Station of the Huu Nghi International Border Gate in Vietnam's northern province of Lang Son on November 9 coordinated with China’s Youyi Guan Border Station of Immigration Inspection in disseminating legal regulations among residents, travelers, and drivers.

The event, held at the Huu Nghi International Border Gate in response to Vietnam Law Day (November 9), targeted nearly 3,000 border residents of both sides, passengers, and drivers crossing the Huu Nghi – Youyi Guan International Border Gate Pair. The groups learned about the two countries' legal regulations, Vietnam’s Border Guard Law, three legal documents on land border and border gate management between the two countries, and others relating to immigration procedures.
The competent forces also distributed about 4,000 leaflets on immigration regulations in both Vietnamese and Chinese languages.

On November 7 and 8, similar law dissemination events were held at Chi Ma and Tan Thanh border gates in Lang Son./.

Da Nang ceremony honours Vietnamese volunteer soldiers, military experts in Laos

A ceremony took place in Da Nang on November 9 to mark the 75th anniversary of the traditional day of Vietnam's volunteer soldiers and military experts in Laos (October 30, 1949 - 2024), participated by local leaders, Lao diplomats, and nearly 100 people who once performed the mission in the neighbouring and now reside in the central coastal city.

In his remarks, Standing Vice Chairman of the municipal People's Committee and President of the city’s Vietnam-Laos Friendship Association Ho Ky Minh considered the event an important occasion to look back on the traditional bonds between the two countries during their struggles for national liberation, as well as to show gratitude to Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts for the significant contributions.

Lao Consul General in Da Nang Souphanh Hadaoheuang expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Vietnamese Party, State, military, and people, particularly the volunteer group who stood alongside the Lao army and people through hardships and laid down their lives to fulfill their international duties.

The diplomat affirmed that the Lao Party, Government, armed forces, and people will, in any circumstances, stand united with their Vietnamese counterparts to preserve and foster the enduring and invaluable relationship between the two nations.

The ceremony saw Colonel Tran Nhu Tiep, head of the Da Nang liaison board of the Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and military experts in Laos, reflecting on the significance of the traditional day. Meanwhile, Vietnamese and Laotian youth shared their feeling, pledging to study harder and make greater efforts to further cultivate and sustain the special Vietnam-Laos friendship for generations to come./.

Leverage for development of medical and biotechnology sector

Rapid advancements in global science and technology are driving changes across industries, notably in healthcare and biotechnology. In response, Vietnam’s medical and biotech sectors are prioritising open innovation and intellectual property (IP) rights to fuel sustainable growth.

According to Le Huy Anh, Deputy Director of the Intellectual Property Office under the Ministry of Science and Technology, open innovation and patent protection are essential to make progress in medical and biotech fields. He encouraged Vietnam to enhance its policy framework, aiming for a robust legal environment that supports innovation and development of the healthcare, pharmaceutical and biotech industry.

The Intellectual Property Office recognises IP not just as a protective tool but as a catalyst for the development of industries, including healthcare and biotechnology. Innovations in these fields have the power to transform lives, improve healthcare quality, and create environmental benefits, driving the knowledge economy forward.

Vietnam’s current policies, including streamlined patent regulations, are designed to support open innovation by connecting novel solutions to practical applications within the country’s medical and biotech sector.

At the recent “Open innovation and patents for Vietnam’s medical and biotech development” forum, Nguyen Thanh Binh, Vice President of the Vietnam Inventions Association, discussed strategies to align open innovation with healthcare. He emphasised the need for adaptable regulations and efficient IP management to unlock the potential of these sectors, ensuring innovations contribute meaningfully to the public's health.

Nguyen Hoang Dinh, Deputy Director of the University Medical Centre in Ho Chi Minh City, added that innovation in healthcare focus on developing and implementing new technologies and processes. From primary healthcare and disease prevention to pharmaceutical production, these innovations aim to address growing health challenges.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly prominent in health care, streamlining workflows, improving clinical precision, and expanding access in rural and remote areas. AI applications help ease medical workers' burdens and elevate clinical standards, particularly in underserved regions, aiding Vietnam’s medical and biotech innovation efforts.

Le Huy Anh noted that the Intellectual Property Office has worked with relevant entities to offer guidance on registering biotech and medical patents, especially in traditional medicine. This focus on "problem and solution" patents ensures innovations arise from genuine societal needs and prioritise practical and commercial applications.

Vietnam’s IP regulations enable the healthcare sector to leverage expired patents or non-patented technologies for community health benefits, including more affordable medicines. This approach positions Vietnam to “leapfrog” in technology adoption, leveraging innovations to rapidly advance healthcare.

New provisions in Vietnam’s IP Law, effective from 2024, expand the scope of patent rights while addressing potential limitations, including compulsory licensing in cases of public health needs. Enhanced security for IP and streamlined patent approval processes are expected to incentivize more breakthroughs in the fields of healthcare and biotechnology.

Patent development in healthcare is complicated, demanding a thorough understanding of IP laws to ensure robust protection. Success hinges on preparing clear, detailed patent descriptions, especially for innovations in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment that may face restrictive IP criteria under Vietnamese law. Careful patent preparation increases the likelihood of securing IP rights, supporting Vietnam’s goal of fostering a vibrant and resilient medical and biotechnology industry./.

Eradication of dilapidated houses must create movement and trend: PM

The programme on the eradication of temporary and dilapidated houses is a humanistic plan which must be carried out with a sense of high responsibility, strong emotion and renewed mindset, and the brainpower and determination will be a decisive factor of the movement in the coming time, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has said.

Chairing the first meeting of the central steering committee for the eradication of temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide in Hanoi on November 10, PM Chinh, who is also head of the steering committee, said this is an all-people and comprehensive programme of the entire political system, aiming to create a movement, trend, and festival to promote the achievement of goals, with all hearts and virtues for revolution contributors, poor households, and households affected by natural disasters.

While recognising and appreciating the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, Vietnam Television, ministries, sectors, agencies, businesses, localities, organisations and individuals that have organised and responded actively to the emulation movement "The whole country joins hands to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses" and "The programme to eliminate temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide", PM Chinh emphasised that the Party and State have always paid due attention to the settlement of housing for the people, especially people with meritorious services to the revolution, poor households, and households affected by natural disaster, considering it as a key task of social security and sustainable poverty reduction.

The Party and State have also issued many resolutions, conclusions, decisions, programmes and plans and effectively implemented many housing policies for people with meritorious services to the revolution as well as poor households and households affected by natural disasters, he stressed.

Stating clearly the goal of striving to complete the elimination of temporary and dilapidated houses nationwide in 2025, five years earlier than the initial target, the government leader emphasised that it is necessary to focus on mobilising social resources combined with state resources to complete all three tasks in 2025: housing support for revolution contributors; housing support according to national target programmes; eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses for people nationwide.

It is necessary to thoroughly grasp the motto "The Party leads, the State manages, the Fatherland Front and mass organisations support, and the people take ownership", the PM requested focusing on effectively implementing the programme in the spirit of clear thinking, high determination, great efforts, drastic actions, and clear focus, in which under the leadership of the Party, local authorities at all levels play a decisive role in the success of the programme.

He urged diversifying resources, including the State budget, and called on all organisations, people, and businesses to diversify forms of support so as to create a movement, trend and festival for the poor and for the movement on eliminating temporary houses and dilapidated houses.

The PM requested stepping up the communications work, create motivation and inspire society for everyone to support, share, and join hands to support the implementation of the programme with the spirit of "not letting anyone left behind”.

PM Chinh agreed to set up steering committees for the eradication of temporary and dilapidated houses at the provincial, district and commune levels, and the establishment must be completed before November 30, 2024 to organise synchronous implementation from the central to local levels.

Agreeing with the plans to allocate support resources and the support level for the construction of a new house is 60 million VND and the support level for the repair of a house is 30 million VND, he assigned the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs to coordinate with the Standing Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee to review and complete the plan for allocating resources mobilised from the programme on the eradication of temporary and dilapidated houses and existing resources of the Fund for the Poor.

The govenrment leader requested the People's Committees of provinces and centrally-run cities to focus on organising and synchronously and drastically deploying housing support for people with meritorious services, and the emulation movement "Joining hands to eliminate temporary houses and dilapidated houses nationwide in 2025".

He asked the Ministry of Information and Communications to develop an effective communication plan and announce forms of support for eliminating temporary and dilapidated houses through text messages.

PM Chinh requested the Vietnam Television, Radio Voice of Vietnam, and Vietnam News Agency and other press agencies to proactively develop effective communication plans, strongly spread the movement, create a vibrant emulation atmosphere, and create social consensus for people and businesses to support and join hands to provide housing for people with meritorious services to the revolution, and eliminate temporary houses and dilapidated houses for poor and near-poor households.

As heard at the meeting, with the special attention of the Party and State, the participation of ministries, sectors and localities, and the active participation of organisations, communities, businesses and people, in recent times, the whole country has helped about 340,000 households with meritorious services to the revolution and over 800,000 poor and near-poor households with housing difficulties. However, up to now, the whole country still has about 315,000 households with housing difficulties, of which about 106,000 households have meritorious services to the revolution, 46,000 households belong to the national target programmes and 153,000 other poor and near-poor households./.

Tuyen Quang preserves traditional costume of Pa Then ethnic minority group

The traditional costume of the Pa Then ethnic minority group in the northern mountainous province of Tuyen Quang, with its vibrant colours and intricate patterns, reflects both local women’s artistry and the community’s pride in their identity.

The minority community is primarily found in Thuong Minh village in Lam Binh district's Hong Quang commune and Chiem Hoa district's Linh Phu commune, and they regard the fire deity as their most sacred god. Reflecting this cultural symbolism, local women incorporate red – the colour of fire and light in their belief – as the primary hue in their traditional dress. Skillfully blending red with shades of white, black, and yellow, they create garments that are harmonious with the dramatic natural landscape where they live.

Their traditional costume is crafted with meticulous details, consisting of several components such as a long skirt, blouse, headscarf, and belt. The cross-collar blouse is worn with the skirt adorned with simple embroidered patterns, with a fabric sash wrapping around the midsection as a belt. Key decorative motifs, such as diamond shapes and triangles, are often hand-embroidered onto the garment.

In addition to the blouse, Pa Then women wear “yem” – a square chest covering, adding a modesty and elegance to the outfit. This piece of clothing, embroidered with red and yellow patterns interlaced with white stripes, enhances the vibrant look of the ensemble. Once part of everyday costume, "yem" is now reserved for festive occasions and traditional celebrations.

The over-70-year-old Hung Thi Chang, a resident of Thuong Minh village, recalled learning weaving and embroidery from her mother and grandmother when she was a child, like all Pa Then girls. In her time, during less busy farming seasons, women worked on weaving and embroidering traditional dresses, a process that can take an entire year to complete. The traditional clothing with its intricate, colourful hand-embroidered designs is a factor to judge the household skills of the local ladies, she said.

Traditionally, they also create their own dresses to wear on their wedding days. However, in recent years, the traditional clothing has become less common in daily life, worn only on special occasions such as festivals, weddings, and New Year celebrations.

To preserve this cultural heritage, the People’s Committee of Hong Quang commune has organised weaving and embroidery workshops for females, drawing enthusiastic participation. These classes not only focus on traditional costume but also teach a range of embroidery and weaving techniques for creating diverse brocade items for tourism-related businesses.

Phu Duc Lam, Chairman of the People's Committee, stated that local authorities are actively promoting the restoration and preservation of ethnic cultural values. These efforts aim not only to enrich the spiritual life of the community but also to help maintain social order and open new growth opportunities for the locality, particularly in tourism product sales./.

Vietnam attends int'l forum on socialism, Marxism in Laos

A delegation from the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS) took part in an international forum on socialism entitled “Marxism in the 21st century” in Vientiane on November 8.

Hosted by the Lao Academy of Social and Economic Sciences (LASES), the event also drew representatives from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), and Lao and world experts and scholars.

The forum included three sessions featuring 22 presentations, where scientists and representatives exchanged insights and experience in scientific research.
It also clarified the profound values of Marxism, as well as the creative application of Marxism to the practical construction of modern societies within the specific development contexts and conditions of each country.

At the same time, scholars also discussed not only the successes but also challenges faced by Laos, China, and Vietnam, both in theory and practice, as well as offering solutions to further revitalise Marxism in the 21st century.

In his speech at the forum, VASS Vice President Assoc. Prof. Dr Ta Minh Tuan said that Marxism, with its profound theoretical foundation, has created a plentiful reality. Social models built on Marxist principles, he explained, are highly adaptable and capable of meeting the stringent requirements of reality. Tuan emphasised that socialism is not only a path to material prosperity but also aims to establish a harmonious and sustainable society where people cooperate with each other, live together in harmony, and are environmentally friendly.

He shared that the research and discussions in the three sessions offered fresh, practical perspectives on the development of Marxism and socialism today, as well as on current conditions in Laos, China, and Vietnam.

The development of socialism in the new era requires the three nations to continuously innovate and integrate Marxist theory with practical solutions tailored to each historical period and specific condition of each country, he noted./.

From blue to green: Nha Trang Bay undergoes eco-transformation

Nha Trang Bay, a crown jewel of Nha Trang city, the south central province of Khanh Hoa that attracts millions of visitors annually, has undergone a remarkable environmental and green transition initiative to preserve and promote its ecosystem.

Boasting a diverse marine ecosystem, Khanh Hoa is leveraging its natural advantages to branch out various maritime industries, particularly tourism, seaport and aquaculture. The push for a greener bay is part of the locality’s “green transition, green growth” plan for the 2024-2030 period.

According to Dam Hai Van, deputy head of the Nha Trang Bay Management Board, significant progress in coral reef restoration and mangrove forest rehabilitation has been made over the past time. Thanks to sound coordination with competent organisations, agencies and universities as well as communications campaign to encourage the local community to plant trees for climate change mitigation, the mangrove forest coverage in the area now expands to 7.8 hectares.

The bay’s coral reef has shown signs of recovery, slow but positive, following a year-long suspension of diving activities and regular clean-up operations, he said, adding the board has observed the return of coral communities, fish population and sea turtles.

With a view to maintaining the bay's ecological health, the board has carried out strict measures against single-use plastics at the Nha Trang Tourist Port and on Mun Island. The city People’s Committee has promoted communications work and conducted regular waste collection along the Cai River and coastline, while monitoring waste management systems on islands, at tourist sites, and in aquaculture facilities, he added.

Nguyen Hoa, a resident in Bich Dam residential area, said the local people have responded enthusiastically to the initiative, with each being an “environmental ambassador” to enhance the pearl island's appeal to visitors.

Joining the local efforts, the Khanh Hoa Women’s Union has launched a project on promoting dialogue between communities and private sectors and government agencies for coral reef conservation and sustainable development in the waters of Mun Island.

Phan Thi Hoa Binh, Vice Chairwoman of the union, said various activities have been carried out to improve local women’s knowledge on plastic waste reduction, environmental protection and coral reef preservation.

These collective efforts have strengthened Nha Trang Bay's position as a member of the Club of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World, while helping it increase appeal to both domestic and foreign visitors./.

Hre ethnic group’s culture passed down to young generations

With the desire to preserve and promote the traditional cultural values of the Hre ethnic minority group, local authorities and passionate individuals alike in the central province of Quang Ngai have taught younger generations how to play gongs and perform folk songs and dances.

On weekends, the home of 57-year-old Ha Viet Sy in Thanh An commune, Minh Long district fills the air with the vibrant sounds of gongs. As the rhythmic beats echo, villagers flock to his house to watch, listen, and learn how to play gongs. This has sparked a growing appreciation for the instrument within the community.

With a deep passion for this traditional instrument, Sy has not only taught others but also founded a gong team for the commune. "I am very happy and proud to see so many young people embracing our ethnic culture," he said. "Many children are enthusiastic and have a good ear, so they learn quickly. I hope that the younger generations of the Hre people will always cherish and preserve this unique traditional culture."

Similarly, at the home of Tran Dinh Ha, 46, in Dien Son village, Long Son commune, Minh Long district, young people often gather to learn the art of playing gongs. Ha is among the few in this mountainous area who can skillfully play traditional Hre instruments. For him, preserving the sounds of gongs is essential to safeguarding his ethnic identity. Therefore, he always spends time teaching this instrument to the younger generations.

Dinh Van Y, deputy head of the Culture and Information Desk of Minh Long district, emphasised that to sustainably preserve and promote gong culture, as well as other cultural heritage of the Hre people, it is essential to have experienced individuals to teach and train the younger generations.

In Ba To district, Project 6 preserves the traditional cultural values of ethnic minorities associated with tourism development under the national target programme for socioeconomic development in ethnic minority and mountainous regions to 2030. The district Culture and Information Desk has opened classes to teach how to play gongs and sing folk songs for youth, women, and farmers living in the communes of Ba Dien, Ba Thanh, Ba Vinh, Ba Trang, and Ba Kham.

With the collective efforts of local authorities and passionate individuals, the traditional cultural values of the Hre ethnic group are being preserved and promoted, contributing to enriching the culture of the ethnic minorities in Quang Ngai province./.

RoK to help Vietnam with hosting Asian open police taekwondo championships

The Seoul-based World Taekwondo Academy (WTA), known as Kukkiwon, is willing to support Vietnam in organising the 2024 Asian Open Police Taekwondo Championships, said its President Lee Dong-seop on November 8.

He made the statement when receiving delegations from the Vietnam People's Police Sports Association and the World Police Taekwondo Federation (WPTF) in Seoul to discuss the organisation of the tournament, scheduled for December 6-9 in Vietnam's northern province of Quang Ninh.

At the meeting, Colonel Nguyen Thi Thuy Thanh, Vice President and General Secretary of the association, and Deputy Director of the Department of Political Work under the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam, said that the tournament’s organisers hope to get support from police taekwondo federations and Taekwondo practitioners around the world.

"It will be an important step to affirm the position of the Vietnam Police Sports Association on the global sports map as well as in the diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) and other countries in the region," she stated, adding it also aims to promote Taekwondo in particular and sports in general in the entire police force as well as the whole society.

During their trip in the RoK from November 7-11, the Vietnamese delegation and the WPTF will continue to discuss the preparation for the tournament.

The event will feature two competitions - one for policemen from Asian countries while the other for children, teenagers, young people, and the elderly.
The WPTF has posted information about the tournament and invited police groups and individuals to join in. Registrations must be submitted from October 13 to November 13, 2024./.

RoK to help Vietnam with hosting Asian open police taekwondo championships

During their trip in the RoK from November 7-11, the Vietnamese delegation and the WPTF will continue to discuss the preparation for the tournament.

Wreckage of missing Yak-130 military aircraft found in Dak Lak

The wreckage of the Yak-130 military aircraft was located at Yok Don National Park in Buon Don district, the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak on November 8, two days after it crashed.

Competent authorities found the plane at 14:30 and are working to clarify the cause of the accident.

Earlier, the Ministry of National Defence said the aircraft took off from Phu Cat airport at 9:55 on November 6 for a long-distance and cloud-crossing training session. After completing the exercise, two pilots on boards encountered technical issues as the landing gear could not be released while emergency measures taken by them did not work. They were able to parachute from the plane at 10:51 at TB2 shooting range in Tay Son district.

Both pilots were found safe at night of the same day. They were reported to be in stable condition and were brought down from the mountain.

The search and rescue team found Senior Lieutenant Colonel Nguyen Hong Quan, chief flight instructor of the Air Force Regiment 940, at 8:05 pm. Then, at 10:30 pm, they found Colonel Nguyen Van Son, Commander of Air Force Regiment 940, about 1km away from Quan’s location./.

No fishing vessels of Kien Giang infringe foreign waters in two months

The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang recorded no fishing vessels infringing foreign waters in September and October, attributable to strict law enforcement and settlement of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing cases.

This result is an encouraging sign, indicating progress in Kien Giang’s combat against IUU fishing, said Le Huu Toan, Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

The province is pressing on with concerted solutions to the problem. Particularly, it is ramping up efforts to thoroughly deal with unregistered, unexamined, and unlicensed vessels before November 15 so as to prepare for a working session with an inspection delegation from the European Commission (EC), he noted.

On the national fisheries database (VNfishbase), 98.7% of the registered fishing vessels of Kien Giang have had their owners’ identity information and telephone numbers updated.

Implementing anti-IUU fishing measures, the province has been striving to early detect and prevent violating vessels and fishermen, especially those working illegally in foreign waters. In particular, authorities have been keeping watch on fishing boats via vessel monitoring systems (VMS) around the clock, stringently handling cases of VMS disconnection for over 10 days, and dealing with vehicles crossing the marine boundary.

Supervision has been tightened to ensure vessels at least 15 metres long have sufficient documentation and functional VMS while operating. Authorities have properly carried out the certification of seafood origin. Companies exporting fishery products to Europe have also been examined to ensure they meet requirements.

Besides, communications have been increased among local fishermen to raise their awareness of IUU fishing and sustainable fisheries development, especially in coastal and insular localities like Rach Gia, Phu Quoc, Ha Tien, Hon Dat, An Minh, and Kien Hai.

Authorities have also called on the public, including fishermen, to denounce wrongdoings and not to lend a hand to IUU fishing activities.

Vietnam has been working hard to carry out the EC’s recommendations about IUU fishing prevention and control, towards the goal of having the EC's “yellow card” lifted.

The EC issued a “yellow card” warning for Vietnam in this regard in 2017. The "yellow card" is followed by a "green card" if the problem is resolved or a "red card" if it is not. A “red card” may lead to a ban on aquatic exports to the EU./.

Businesses join hands with Lang Son in providing housing support for the needy

Lizen Joint Stock Company, which is headquartered in Ho Chi Minh City, on November 7 presented more than 2.4 billion VND (94,618 USD) to Chi Lang district in the northern mountainous province of Lang Son to support 22 local families in building new houses, replacing their temporary and dilapidated ones.

Chi Lang's leaders commended the firm’s assistance, which contributes to implementing the province’s scheme to repair and build homes for revolution contributors, policy beneficiary families, poor and near-poor households, and those affected by natural disasters and climate change in the locality.

Currently, 135 families in Chi Lang have still lived in temporary or dilapidated houses, of them 22 in need of rebuilding, with the total funding for the construction estimated at 15 billion VND.

Responding to the province’s call, businesses there have committed to donate 160 billion VND to its housing scheme.

As of November 3, Lang Son had received 76.5 billion VND in both cash and kind from 101 organisations and individuals. To date, it has built 13 new houses for needy households./.

Vietnam leaves imprint at Asian Media Leaders Summit

Vietnam attended the Asian Media Leaders Summit 2024 held by the World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) in Singapore on November 6 - 7.

Le Quoc Minh, member of the Party Central Committee, Vice Chairman of its Commission for Information and Education, Editor-in-chief of the Nhan dan (People) newspaper, and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists’ Association, participated in and delivered a speech at the event.

The summit touched upon such issues as digital transformation, media brand adaptation and amplification, audience attraction, financial sustainability, business innovation and models, challenges related to journalistic ethics, and the optimisation of newsroom resources.

Media leaders discussed pressing issues facing the media sector, future orientations, ideas, models, and solutions to develop sustainable media organisations.

Minh delivered an address about how to build an innovative newsroom, attracting great attention from participants.

At the event, WAN-IFRA presented the Asian Media Awards 2024, which saw 251 entries from 42 media organisations.

Making its debut in the prestigious awards, the Nhan dan newspaper won the gold prize in the “Best in Newspaper Marketing” category for its coverage of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory. The six-month coverage comprises three key products: the subweb on the Dien Bien Phu Victory (dienbienphu.nhandan.vn), the interactive panorama of the victory on the May 7, 2024 issue, and two interactive exhibitions held in Hanoi and Dien Bien Phu province.

Minh highlighted this award’s significance to his newspaper as it has impressed not only domestic readers but also foreigners while persuading journalism experts that the coverage is an innovative and meaningful work for the community.

Founded in 1948, WAN-IFRA currently gathers 3,000 news publishers and technology companies, along with 60 national publishers’ associations in 120 countries and territories. It protects the rights of journalists and publishers around the world to operate independent media, develops high-quality journalistic works, and provides its members with expertise and services to innovate and prosper in a digital world and perform their crucial role in society./.

Brunei, Vietnam to boost tourism ties

The Vietnamese Embassy in Brunei on November 6 organised a workshop to boost tourism cooperation between Vietnam, Brunei and the Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA).

Addressing the event, Ambassador Tran Anh Vu presented post-COVID-19 tourism trends, emphasing an increased demand for sustainable, eco-tourism and Halal tourism. He highlighted these areas as an opportunity for Vietnam and Brunei to strengthen regional tourism, catering to the nearly 400 million people in the BIMP-EAGA member countries.

The Ambassador expressed his hope for further growth in 2025, a year of significant cultural events in Vietnam, positioning the country as an attractive destination for Muslim tourists within the BIMP-EAGA.

Vu underlined that Brunei, Borneo Island, and BIMP-EAGA countries have the potential to become enchanting destinations for Vietnamese tourists due to their natural landscapes, eco-tourism sites, inter-regional travel and tourism projects, and Indonesia’s relocation of its capital to Nusantara on Borneo Island.

With advantageous geographic proximity and direct flights connecting Brunei and Vietnam, both countries are well-placed to serve as gateways between the Mekong and BIMP-EAGA regions, Vu noted.

The Vietnamese Embassy in Brunei will continue to work with partners to promote tourism in Vietnam, Brunei, the Mekong region, and BIMP-EAGA, while encouraging tourism companies to explore new routes connecting the countries and Mekong subregion in the future, he continued.

During the seminar, Bruneian and Malaysian partners and businesses expressed strong interest in tourism cooperation and connectivity with Vietnam, appreciating recent policies implemented by the Vietnamese Government, such as issuing e-visas for citizens of all countries, enhancing air connectivity, and promoting Halal tourism by expanding Halal services such as restaurants, hotels, and prayer spaces.

Brunei’s Tourism Development Department Acting Director Salinah binti Haji Mohd Salleh said that Vietnam is a priority market for Brunei, which saw around 4,000 Vietnamese visitors in the first nine months of 2024. She went on to say that the ministry plans to enhance promotional efforts in Vietnam, including partnerships with social media influencers to highlight Brunei’s cultural and Islamic tourism.

Tourism holds significant potential for cooperation between Vietnam and countries in the BIMP-EAGA. In the first nine months of 2024, Asian tourist arrivals to Vietnam showed positive growth, including more than 300,000 from Malaysia and over 130,000 from Indonesia.

Currently, Brunei’s national airline operates six direct flights per week between Brunei and Ho Chi Minh City, with over 12,000 passengers recorded in 2023./.

Workshop spotlights Vietnam - RoK partnership for future generations

The Vietnam - Republic of Korea (RoK) comprehensive strategic partnership and preparations for future generations were the focus of an international workshop held by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS) in Hanoi on November 7.

Domestic and foreign experts and scientists looked into development strategies for younger generations at panel discussions on future education, future government, and the youth, employment and startup.

In his remarks, VASS President Dr Phan Chi Hieu highlighted several key achievements of bilateral relations, including in politics, security - defence, economy and investment, culture, education, science - technology, labour, and tourism.

He perceived that the two countries should enhance cooperation to cope with socio-economic challenges such as energy crisis, supply chain disruptions, and climate change.

Dr Shin Dong-cheou said the two countries are promoting the research and development of artificial intelligence (AI), which is forecast to make big changes in various areas and improve labour productivity. Given this, they should encourage enterprises to develop technology and train specialised personnel to tap into the potential of AI and narrow the digital gap.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Nguyen Thu Nghia from the VASS’s Graduate Academy of Social Sciences said digital transformation brings about both opportunities and challenges. In education - training cooperation, Vietnam and the RoK should work to further promote the education of new skills like digital skills and creativity.

At the workshop, participants also discussed the building of a policy researcher community, the expansion of collaboration between universities and research institutes of the countries, and the enhancement of research cooperation between the VASS and Korean partners.

The same day, the VASS signed a cooperation agreement with the RoK’s National Research Council for Economics, Humanities, and Social Sciences so as to strengthen research cooperation, boost academic exchanges, and share knowledge and experience in the fields of economics, humanities, and social sciences./.

9th “Young Francophone Reporters” contest winners announced

Winners of the 9th “Young Francophone Reporters” competition were announced at an award ceremony in Hanoi on November 7.

The annual contest was launched by Le Courrier du Vietnam (CVN), a French language newspaper of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), under the auspices of the Asia-Pacific Regional Office (RBAP) of the International Organisation of the Francophonie (OIF); the Francophone University Agency (AUF); the embassies of France, Switzerland, Canada, Romania, and Morocco, the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH) and Phenikaa University.

After a month since its launch, this year’s competition received 107 works from 190 contestants and groups of contestants. The 20 best entries advanced to the final round.

The first prize went to a group of contestants Ngo Quoc Khanh, Pham Hoang Hai, Do Thanh Tam, Trinh Phuong Linh, and Nguyen Thi Lieu Hang for their work, JT HANUvelles. Their work highlighted the value of creativity in language learning and cultural exchange, embodying the contest’s theme: “Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship in French.”

Besides, the organising board presented a second prize, a third prize, two consolation prizes and other awards from embassies, organisations, recognising talent in categories such as "Most Impressive Candidate" and "Most Creative Project."

Speaking at the event, VNA Deputy General Director Doan Thi Tuyet Nhung praised Le Courrier du Vietnam’s dedication to fostering a space for young Francophones and enhancing the newspaper’s reputation as a promoter of the Francophone community in Vietnam. The contest aligns with the newspaper's ongoing mission of multimedia innovation, particularly through the introduction of podcast, in line with modern journalism trends.

Edgar Doerig, Asia-Pacific Regional Representative of the OIF expressed his admiration for the quality and originality of the contest entries. He congratulated all participants, winners, and their teachers, emphasising that they are not only sharing knowledge but also spreading a love for the French language and its values of solidarity and tolerance.

According to the Ministry of Information and Communications, Le Courrier du Vietnam is among the nation’s most internationally accessed media outlets, reaching over 180 countries. Since 2016, the “Young Francophone Reporters” contest has successfully connected young Francophones in Vietnam and beyond, with the support of the OIF Asia-Pacific office, embassies, and educational institutions./.

Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups Week to take place next week

The Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups - Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week 2024 will take place at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Hanoi from November 16-24, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

The annual event aims to promote the national great unity; honour, preserve and promote values of the cultural heritage of the 54 ethnic groups in the country; and step up cultural exchange activities.

It comes as part of the activities to celebrate the 94th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (November 18, 1930-2023) and Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23).

Acting Director of the Village’s Management Board Tinh Ngoc Chung said that the highlight of this year’s programme will be the seventh Then singing and Tinh musical instrument festival of the Tay, Nung and Thai ethnic groups which will be organised from November 16-18.

After many years taking place in northwestern provinces, this year’s festival will be held at the so-called "common home" of the 54 ethnic groups, demonstrating the spirit of great solidarity, and offering an opportunity for people in the capital city and international visitors to learn about the practice of Then singing recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

Within the framework of the Great Solidarity of Ethnic Groups - Vietnamese Cultural Heritage Week, many art performances and cultural exchanges of different ethnic groups across the nation will take place as well./.

HCM City treasures overseas Vietnamese’s contributions to homeland

Speaking at the event, chairwoman of the committee Vu Thi Huynh Mai emphasised the important role of overseas Vietnamese in contributing their intelligence and professional experience to the city.

Ho Chi Minh City's man detained for anti-State propaganda

A 29-year-old man in Ho Chi Minh City has been detained and is facing criminal proceedings for producing, storing, and disseminating information opposing the State of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the municipal Department of Public Security reported on November 9.

Tran Khac Duc was found to be a member of an exile reactionary group and had been repeatedly summoned for questioning, and warned and cautioned by authorities. Despite these interventions, he remained deeply indoctrinated and maintained blind faith in the group's anti-state agenda. The man continued to communicate with and receive instructions from the group's leaders abroad.

He managed several reactionary websites and drafted numerous articles with content aimed at subverting the State, defaming national heroes, leaders, and President Ho Chi Minh, spreading false and fabricated information, damaging the Communist Party of Vietnam’s reputation, distorting the history, denying revolutionary achievements, and undermining the great national unity bloc.

In addition to his online activities, Duc sought to recruit and develop domestic supporters for the France-based group led by Nguyen Gia Kieng, which has carried out numerous subversive activities, including exploiting social media platforms to recruit participants and establishing domestic groups against the Vietnamese State.

The charge of “making, storing, and disseminating information opposing the State of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam” is stipulated in Article 117 of the 2015 Penal Code./.

Vietnamese youth in France celebrate 20 years of unity, achievements

The Union of Vietnamese Youth and Students in France (UEVF) celebrated its 20th anniversary with a gala night in Paris on November 9, drawing nearly 200 young Vietnamese from across France.

The event also saw the presence of Vietnamese Ambassador to France Dinh Toan Thang, Ambassador Nguyen Thi Van Anh - Permanent Representative of Vietnam to UNESCO, along with representatives from Vietnamese associations, organisations, and businesses.

Nguyen Phan Bao Thuy, Vice President of the Vietnamese Youth and Student Union in Europe and UEVF President, recounted the UEVF's remarkable journey, highlighting its significant milestones and accomplishments.

n recognition of the UEVF's outstanding contributions, Ambassador Thang presented a certificate of merit from the Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs.

The UEVF also took the opportunity to honour the elder members of Vietnamese associations and representative agencies in France, as well as the businesses that have steadfastly supported its activities throughout its journey.

Founded on March 26, 2004, the UEVF has been a beacon of support for Vietnamese youth and students, guiding them through the challenges of daily lives, studies, and research. Through a myriad of sport, humanitarian, social, and educational and scientific activities, it has not only spread the Vietnamese culture across France but also played a pivotal role in strengthening Vietnam-France relations.

With over 15,000 members across more than 20 local chapters, the UEVF continues to grow, evolve, and make a tangible difference in the lives of young Vietnamese./.

Vietnam a unique destination attracting Indian tourists: Indian newspaper

A destination that is capturing the interest of Indians like no other is Vietnam, said the Economic Times, a leading business newspaper of India.

Outbound travel bookings to Vietnam for some companies are up 500% this year compared to 2019, and travel companies and carriers are looking to offer more options and boost capacity, the newspaper said.

It quoted the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism as saying that there were 392,000 Indian visitors to Vietnam in 2023, an over-three-fold increase from 2019.

Rajeev Kale, president and country head for holidays, MICE, Visa at Thomas Cook of India, said the 500% increase in outbound travel from India to Vietnam can be attributed to improved flight connectivity, frictionless travel due to e-visas, and the influence of social media. He noted that when compared to other Southeast Asian destinations, Vietnam also presents a great value proposition with truly attractive price points.

“What’s noteworthy is the appeal of Vietnam across diverse traveler segments of families, including multigenerational groups and senior citizens, as well as millennials, Gen Z, couples and groups of friends,” he said.

Recently, direct flights from Ahmedabad to Vietnam’s central Da Nang city were introduced to cater to the rising demand from this region, and looking ahead to 2025, the travel demand is forecast to continue to grow, driven by the increasing number of regional departures, he added.

Vietnamese carrier Vietjet claims since 2019, it has continually expanded its routes and direct connections to meet rising travel demand of passengers. Currently, the airline operates 68 weekly flights between Vietnam and India, connecting key Indian cities such as New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Kochi with Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City.

Raj Rishi Singh, chief marketing officer and chief business officer for corporate at MakeMyTrip, said over the past year, searches for Vietnam are up 17%.

Vietnam’s affordability, combined with hassle free visa regulations and a growing number of direct flights from India, is fueling this growth among Indian tourists.

SD Nandakumar, president and country head for holidays and corporate tours at SOTC Travel, said Vietnam offers Indian travelers a treasure trove - from culture, history, cuisine, scenic vistas to multiple options for shopping.

The firm intends to showcase the yet under-leveraged locales like the Mekong Delta, Phu Quoc, Hoi An, Sapa, and Con Dao to discerning Indian consumers, he said./.

17 Vietnamese universities listed in QS Asia University rankings

The 2025 Asia University Rankings (QS AUR 2025), recently published by UK-based education organisation Quacquarelli Symonds, features 17 Vietnamese universities, an increase of two from the previous edition, with Ho Chi Minh City Open University and Vinh University joining.

Duy Tan University retained its position as the top-ranked Vietnamese institution, coming in at 127th, while Vietnam National University (VNU) - Hanoi was placed 161st, the VNU- Ho Chi Minh City at 184th, and Ton Duc Thang University at 199th.

Other notable Vietnamese universities in the 300-500 range include Nguyen Tat Thanh University (333rd) , Hue University (348th), University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (369th), Hanoi University of Science and Technology (388th), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education, and Da Nang University, among others.

The QS rankings are based on a comprehensive assessment of 11 indicators, including academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty-student ratio, citations per paper, and international faculty. The 2025 edition evaluated 984 Asian universities, with 142 institutions making their debut.

This increase in Vietnam's representation in the QS rankings reflects the growing quality and international recognition of Vietnamese higher education institutions./.

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