HÀ NỘI — The US Department of Commerce (DOC) has received dossiers requesting anti-dumping and anti-subsidy investigations on solar battery products imported from four countries, including Việt Nam. The plaintiff is the American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee, accusing export enterprises of the three countries of dumping and receiving subsidies. In which, the plaintiff named about 60 Vietnamese companies. It requested to investigate a number of solar battery products under HS codes 8501.61.0000, 8507.20.80, 8541.42.0010 and 8541.43.0010. Based on US customs data, imports of solar cells from Việt Nam surged to US$4.2 billion in 2023, accounting for 26 per cent of all US solar battery imports, highest among the accusing countries.

Special music show marks 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu VictoryA special music show was held by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in Dien Bien Phu city, the northwestern province of Dien Bien, on May 6 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954-2024). Earlier on May 6, the Nhan dan (People) Newspaper opened an interactive exhibition on the panorama painting depicting the Dien Bien Phu battlefield at its headquarters in Hanoi and the Dien Bien Phu Victory Museum in Dien Bien Phu city. The original panorama painting, showcased at the Dien Bien Phu Victory Museum, depicts the Dien Bien Phu battlefield in different times from late 1953 to May 7, 1954. Savoeun for his part affirmed that the Dien Bien Phu victory is an important event for all three countries of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Built in 1958 in Dien Bien Phu city, Martyrs Cemetery A1 is the resting place of 644 officers and soldiers who joined the Dien Bien Phu campaign and died during the fierce battle.

Despite facing rejection from 30 esteemed film festivals, "Pig at the Crossing" perseveres to share its narrative with audiences worldwide through an innovative virtual premiere. Eschewing traditional distribution channels, the film bypasses intermediaries, offering viewers a direct connection to its creators. Scheduled for May 11, 2024, the virtual premiere will host five screenings across various time zones, enabling audiences to choose a convenient slot aligned with their schedules. By inviting viewers to experience "Pig at the Crossing" firsthand, the creators foster an immersive journey that transcends geographical boundaries. By inviting viewers to experience "Pig at the Crossing" firsthand, the creators foster an immersive journey that transcends geographical boundaries.

The battle in Dien Bien Phu occurred between March and May 1954 under the command of General Vo Nguyen Giap. There are more than 50 quan họ clubs founded by the People's Committees of communes and wards, and 120 quan họ practicing villages. The villages of Nội Ninh and Hữu Nghi continue to preserve the ancient style of quan họ singing, while Trung Đồng Village still reserves ancient yet rare versions of quan họ songs that are not found elsewhere. Additionally, thousands of CDs, flyers, and publications have been printed to support the teaching and spreading of quan họ. Bas-relief artwork on the Dien Bien Phu Victory inauguratedA bas-relief artwork on the Dien Bien Phu Victory was launched at the Dien Bien Phu Victory Museum in the northwestern province of Dien Bien during a ceremony on May 4, as part of the activities to celebrate the triumph 70 years ago.

HÀ NỘI — The Hà Nội’s Department of Transport, in coordination with the Ministry of Public Security's Administrative Management of Social Order Police Department and the Department of Information and Communications, will collaborate with driving training centres to deploy electronic authentication devices in the second quarter of 2024. Previously, Hà Nội implemented a comprehensive online public service for issuing and renewing driver's licenses to reduce time and costs for citizens. Thường said the number of online submissions has significantly increased, the public service software has been regularly improved and the utilisation of the comprehensive online public service has been updated. Statistics from the Việt Nam Road Administration show that Hà Nội has always been the leading locality nationwide in the task of issuing and renewing driving licenses using the comprehensive online public service. At present, all newly issued and renewed driving licenses have been digitised and updated in the national driving license database managed by the Việt Nam Road Administration.

The 2023 Asia-Pacific and Taiwan Sustainability Action Awards Ceremony: Group photo of the distinguished guests in attendance. TAIPEI, TAIWAN - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 May 2024 - Aligning the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the third Asia-Pacific Sustainability Action Awards will soon be held to recognize organizations and individuals who have made outstanding contributions in the field of sustainable development. The award ceremony will be held concurrently with the Asia-Pacific Sustainability Development Action Expo and Summit, and is expected to attract participation from industries, universities, and government agencies across the Asia-Pacific region. There have already been 1051 registrations, covering 537 organizations, showcasing the vibrant development of the Asia-Pacific region in the field of sustainable development.TAISE Chairman Dr. Eugene Chien expressed, "This is an excellent opportunity to showcase global achievements in sustainable development. We will strengthen partnerships with various industries to accelerate the realization of sustainable development goals."

HÀ NỘI – The People’s Picks Awards 2024, a community-voted prize showing the best lifestyle addresses in Hà Nội and HCM City, has opened to votes. The award is nominated and voted on completely by the community, including Vietnamese and expats from the two cities. Cydny Voice, the founder and manager of Where in Hanoi and Where in Vietnam, said: "The People's Picks Awards is the epitome of what Where In Vietnam stands for and we are so grateful to bring it back for round two. They also designed a Hà Nội and HCM City starter pack for expats who plan to relocate here and a Việt Nam’s visitor pack for travellers. The People's Picks Awards 2023, organised for the first time last year, had over 3,000 votes and 176 businesses that the community from Hà Nội and HCM City recommended.

Thu TràHÀ NỘI — Promptly developing high-quality personnel resources is vital for Việt Nam to utilise its advantages and participate effectively in the multibillion-dollar chain of the semiconductor industry, said Deputy Prime Minister Trần Hồng Hà. The semiconductor industry is also a driving force behind the global green transformation, digital transformation, and knowledge-based development trends. Minister of Information and Communications Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng said one of the steps of the national strategy on the semiconductor industry is to make Việt Nam become a human resource hub for the global semiconductor industry and later develop the semiconductor industry in Việt Nam. This hub will also help investment in research, design, production, packaging, and testing of the semiconductor chips in Việt Nam. In the latest move, Phenikaa has established the Phenikaa Semiconductor Training Centre to mark its participation in the semiconductor industry in Việt Nam.

The minister also noted his support for the cooperation project between Việt Nam, Australia, and Laos, and his wishes for stronger cooperation with Việt Nam in all fields. The 184-page book gathers more than 200 photos and documents related to the victory collected from the Vietnam News Agency, the Vietnam Military History Museum, the Vietnam Art Photograph Archives and Exhibition Centre and the Vietnam Association of Photographic Artists. Exhibition features Dien Bien Phu Victory in moviesAn exhibition entitled "Dien Bien hallmarks in movies" was opened on May 3 in the northern mountainous province of Dien Bien to mark the 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 -2024). On display are 250 photos featuring the historic Dien Bien Phu Campaign, the historic Dien Bien Phu Victory in cinematic works, writers and artists with the Dien Bien Phu Campaign and Dien Bien today. The book includes three main contents, namely President Ho Chi Minh's letter to soldiers on the Dien Bien Phu battlefield; Dien Bien Phu, and articles about Dien Bien Phu.

HCM CITY — The annual HCM City Export Fair to be held in HCM City from May 8 to 11 is expected to help Vietnamese firms get new export orders and customers, the city Department of Industry and Trade has said. Việt Nam's reputable export firms will be in attendance. Buyers in major markets such as the US, China, South Korea and Japan have run out of inventories and are placing orders again, he said. He suggested firms to seek new export markets such as the Middle East, Australia and Canada. By participating in the fair, his company and others hope to seek opportunities for expanding into new markets, he added.

HCM CITY — Rental rates for industrial land in Việt Nam are forecast to slightly increase in the coming time, experts said. For the industrial land market, industrial land rental rates in tier 1 markets of the northern region experienced a slight increase of 1.2 per cent quarter-on-quarter and 7.8 per cent year-on-year, averaging US$133 per sq.m. Meanwhile, industrial land rental rates in tier 1 markets of the southern region remained stable at $189 per sq.m, showing year-on-year growth of 2.4 per cent. However, in the southern market, due to relatively limited industrial land availability, the occupancy rate remained stable at 92 per cent with an absorption area of just over 20 hectares. The average rental price for ready-built warehouses and factories in tier 1 markets reached $4.7 and $4.9 per sq.m per month, respectively.

Could you please elaborate on the importance and the current situation of labour productivity in Việt Nam, given its deep integration into the global economy? To achieve the target of labour productivity growth of 6.5 per cent during the period from 2021 to 2025, labour productivity must increase by 9.8 per cent in the two years from 2024 to 2025. Labour productivity is an important indicator, but it's indirectly calculated, heavily influenced by Total Factor Productivity. The low labour productivity in Việt Nam stems from several factors. Việt Nam has many potentials, resources, and opportunities to enhance labour productivity.

Photo exhibition spotlights Vietnam’s strength in Dien Bien Phu CampaignVeterans visit the exhibition (Photo: VNA)Ho Chi Minh City is hosting a photo exhibition highlighting Vietnam’s strength during the Dien Bien Phu battle in the northern province of Dien Bien 70 years ago. The 10-day exhibition starting from May 3, is part of events to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory. The Dien Bien Phu Victory 70 years ago was a triumph that resonated across continents and shook the world. The exhibition is part of events that are getting underway to mark the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024). Through the event, visitors will have the chance to tour around sightseeing spots which are associated with the Dien Bien Phu Victory, such as Muong Phang Forest, a relic of the Dien Bien Phu Campaign; and Fansipan peak, the roof of Indochina.

HÀ NỘI — April 2024 marks the second consecutive month the automobile industry reported significant growth since the beginning of the year, according to a report by the General Statistics Office of Vietnam (GSO). Last month, 25,700 vehicles were produced and assembled in Việt Nam, an increase of 4 per cent compared to the previous month (24,800 vehicles), marking a comeback from a sharp decline in sales before Tết. The Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) said its members had been reporting improved sales in March and April. The previous three implementations have produced positive outcomes for the industry with owners enjoying a 5-6 per cent reduction in total costs. The industry set a sales record in 2022 with half a million vehicles sold throughout the year.

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