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Global yacht race clipper named “Ha Long Bay – Vietnam”

A participating clipper of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2019-2020 was named “Ha Long Bay – Vietnam” at a ceremony held in London on August 29.

Gong art form of Cor ethnic minority

The gong art form of Cor ethnic minority group in Tra Bong district, Quang Ngai province has been honoured as national intangible cultural heritage.

Vietnam attracts $22.63 billion of FDI in eight months

Vietnam recorded $22.63 billion of foreign direct investment (FDI) registered in the first eight months of 2019, equivalent to 92.9 percent of the figure in the same period last year, according to the Foreign Investment Agency.

 

Vietnam, RoK foster labour co-operation

Vietnam’s Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs and the Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Ministry of Employment and Labor (MOEL) signed a memorandum of understanding on co-operation in Hanoi on August 29.

Vietnam, Timor Leste look to promote relations

Timor Leste always appreciates the support of Vietnam for his country during the war time and in the last 20 years as well, Prime Minister of Timor Leste Taur Matan Ruak told the special envoy of Vietnamese PM Nguyen Manh Hung.

 

Countries concerned about East Sea situation

France, Germany and the UK on August 29 released a joint statement expressing their concern about the situation in the East Sea which they said could lead to insecurity and instability in the region.

 

Quality management and traceability to increase fruit exports

Vietnam’s fruit export value in 2018 reached nearly US$4 billion, with fruits sent to big markets like the US, Europe and Japan.

Unilateral actions in East Sea weaken regional maritime security: EU

Unilateral actions in the East Sea have deteriorated maritime security environment in the region, said a European Union spokesperson in a statement on August 28.

 

 

Vietnam, UK step up cooperation in administrative reform

The Government Office signed an MoU on administrative reform cooperation with the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy in Hanoi on August 28.

 

Young people and passion for reviving craft villages

Many young people choose to come back to their roots to contribute to the revival of traditional craft villages.

Vietnamese designer's Ao Dai collection to make debut in New York

Vietnamese designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam has introduced his Ao Dai collection which will represent Vietnam at New York Fashion Week 2019, slated for September 6.

Biggest outdoor wedding exposition ever

As wedding season is coming soon, the Vietnam Wedding Festival 2019, an outdoor exposition, is a venue for those who come and share their desires for a perfect wedding ceremony.

Vietnam, Cambodia to enhance ties in border management, defence

The Border Guard High Command of Vietnam and the Ministry of National Defence of Cambodia held a meeting on August 27 to discuss border management and defence.

 

Time for businesses to develop eco-friendly products

Director of the Environmental Technology Centre under the Institute of Environmental Technology Phung Chi Sy speaks to Hải quan (Customs) newspaper about measures to help business tap opportunities to develop eco-friendly products.

Vietnam, Malaysia agree to deepen strategic partnership

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Malaysian counterpart Mahathir Mohamad agreed to further deepen the Vietnam-Malaysia strategic partnership during their talks in Hanoi on August 27.

 

Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia seek to foster defence-security bonds

The 4th meeting of the defence and and security committees of the National Assembly of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia kicked off in Phnom Penh today under the chair of Acting President of the Cambodian NA Nguon Nhel.

 

Japanese FM stresses need of upholding law in East Sea

Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono on August 27 stated that his country opposes any action that intensifies tensions in East Sea.

 

Vietnam, Malaysia ink cooperative deals

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his Malaysian counterpart Mahathir Mohamad witnessed a signing ceremony of cooperative agreements between the two countries in Hanoi on August 27.

Morning glory

What's the story with morning glory? It's one of Vietnam's most popular foods but its so much more than just a side dish.

 

Vietnam, Botswana celebrate 10-year diplomatic relations

A ceremony was held in Hanoi on August 26 to mark the 10th anniversary of the Vietnam-Botswana diplomatic relations.