Construction starts on Vietnam-China smart border gate project
At Huu Nghi international border gate (Photo: VNA)– Permanent Vice Chairman of Lang Son province Duong Xuan Huyen on September 15 attended a ceremony to start work on Huu Nghi (Vietnam) – Youyi Guan (China) smart border gate project, organised by the People’s Government of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Implementing a framework agreement on promoting the pilot construction of Vietnam - China smart border gates, Lang Son province and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region have agreed to pilot the building of a smart border gate at the specialised route for transporting goods at Huu Nghi – Youyi Guan border gate.The project will be implemented by the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region based on satellite positioning and 5G technology. It uses automated guided vehicles (AGVs), automated crane equipment, and a smart map checking system. It can also complete cross-border logistics information exchange between Vietnam and China, allowing automatic customs clearance of goods around the clock.Xu Yongke, Vice Chairman of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, said that once operational, the border gate will bring customs clearance activities between the two sides to a new level with “no closing” and “no waiting”, and help improve the efficiency of these activities.Leaders of the two sides agreed to maintain regular, close and effective cooperation to soon finish the project, so as to promote economic and trade ties between Vietnam and China./.
Source:Viet Nam News
September 15, 2023 17:47 UTC
Vietnam to start completely turning off 2G service from December
– Vietnam is planning to start completely switching off the 2G network from December 2023 to make room for more modern telecommunication technologies to develop.The 2G mobile network, first used in Vietnam in 1993, has become outdated and no longer able to meet users’ demand or keep up with the growth of telecoms services Given this, the Authority of Telecommunications under the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC), is planning to completely switch off the 2G network.Director of the authority Nguyen Thanh Phuc said his agency has held meetings with telecoms service providers in Vietnam, and they pledged to start locking 2G-only devices from December 2023.According to its document issued on September 27, 2022, the MIC has moved to disable the 2G network nationwide. Service providers have also designed technical solutions to eliminate 2G and 3G-only devices.The complete switch-off is aimed at optimising the frequency reserves to develop more modern telecommunication technologies , including 4G.The MIC has provided guidance to telecoms service providers in building roadmaps and plans for turning off 2G service and helping users switch to 4G and 5G networks. It targets that the number of 2G mobile subscriptions will decline to about 6 million, or less than 5% of the total, by the end of 2023 and this network will be completely shut down in 2024.Data of service providers show that there were more than 26 million 2G mobile subscriptions, equivalent to 20% of the 126 mobile subscriptions nationwide, at the start of 2023. It fell to about 23 million as of August.The switch-off of 2G service has been carried out in many countries such as Japan (2011), Singapore (2017), and China (2021).As of October 2022, 142 telecoms service providers in 56 countries and territories made plans to shut down 2G and 3G networks, and 51 of them turned off 2G service, according to the Global Mobile Suppliers Association./.
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September 15, 2023 14:06 UTC
Delegates share thoughts about young parliamentarians' conference theme and anticipations
Việt Nam News reporters talk to delegates at the 9th Global Young Parliamentarians Conference, exploring their perspectives on the conference theme and their anticipations regarding takeaways from this significant event. So we are willing to learn and share with other young parliamentarians in this session. So digital transformation is of course one of the ways to maximise the resources and we have to use the resources efficiently. Chong Chin Yee, Member of the Legislative Council of Brunei DarussalamI am very happy and honoured to represent Brunei at the 9th Global Conference for Young Parliamentarians. We want to understand how digital transformation and innovations have effectively harnessed worldwide to expedite the achievement of the SDGs.
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September 15, 2023 11:48 UTC
Vietnam News Agency's sustainable development in digital era
With more than 60 media products, the VNA now is the press agency with the largest number of information products and forms in the country. (Photo: VNA)Training photo journalism skills for reporters at Liberation News Agency base. (File photo: VNA)(Photo: VNA)VNA General Director Vu Viet Trang (C) and delegates perform the launch of the information and documentary website "Figures - Events" at nvsk.vnanet.vn. (Photo: VNA)The launching of the Vietnam News Agency's special information pages on the election of deputies to the 15th National Assembly and People's Councils at all levels for the 2021 - 2026 term (L) and on the 31st SEA Games. It has also satisfied the public’s information demand through diverse and attractive media products on modern platforms.
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September 15, 2023 04:36 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 15/2023
The event was co-hosted by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Japan Foundation (JF). PM receives outgoing Lao ambassadorPrime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted a reception in Hanoi on September 14 for outgoing Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Sengphet Houngboungnuang. They also vowed to accelerate negotiations and signing of an agreement on the transfer of sentenced persons between Vietnam and China. Meanwhile, President of the Bureau of Women Parliamentarians Cynthia Lopez Castro congratulated Vietnam on its important achievements in empowering women. Vietnam’s National Day marked in UK, MoroccoThe National Day of Vietnam (September 2) has been celebrated in the UK and Morocco.
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September 15, 2023 04:02 UTC
“Make in Vietnam” innovative products introduced to global young parliamentarians
NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (fourth, left) and participants at the opening ceremony of the exhibition. (Photo: VNA)Participants at the exhibition (Photo: VNA)An exhibition themed “Khat vong Viet Nam” ( Aspirations of Vietnam ) kicked off at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi on September 14 as part of activities in the framework of the 9th Global Conference for Young Parliamentarians (GCYP).Jointly hosted by the National Assembly and the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCYU) Central Committee, this is an important event to introduce and promote innovative and creative products imbued with Vietnamese cultural identity and traditions, and scientific and technological achievements in Vietnam's digital transformation process.In his opening speech, Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee for External Relations Vu Hai Ha emphasised that from a backward agricultural country suffering from severe consequences of wars, Vietnam has made strong development steps since implementing the Doi Moi (renewal) policy.Vietnam completed millennium development goals (MDGs) ahead of schedule and the country is actively implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, he said, adding that sustainable development goals (SDGs) have been included in and concretised in Vietnam's socio-economic development programmes and strategies.In the context of complicated developments in the world and the risk of not realising SDGs in line with the set roadmap, digital transformation and innovation are the opportunity for countries, especially those at lower levels of development, Ha stated, noting that that the Vietnamese Party and State have issued many policies to promote innovation and digital transformation.Through the exhibition, Vietnam wants to introduce its achievements in the field to international friends, thus inspiring international delegates and young global parliamentarians in upcoming debates on measures and policies, especially the role of parliamentarians, in perfecting the legal framework for promoting the implementation of SDGs through digital transformation and innovation, Ha went on.On display are many "Make in Vietnam" products, which have earned recognition in the world, including unmanned aircraft using AI technology developed by CT Group, or 5G network equipment provided by Viettel Group.Notably, a multilingual platform - Vietnam.vn - introducing Vietnam in seven languages developed by the Ministry of Information and Communications attracted attention of visitors.The exhibition is expected to serve as an useful bridge for young parliamentarians to share experiences on digital transformation, flexible adaptation solutions after the COVID-19 pandemic and market fluctuations./.
Source:Viet Nam News
September 14, 2023 21:30 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 14/2023
Book on Fidel Castro’s visit to Vietnam launched in CubaThe book "Fidel Castro, Nuestra Sangre por Vietnam" (Fidel Castro, Our Blood for Vietnam) was launched by the Latin American News Agency, Prensa Latina, in Havana on September 13, marking the 50th anniversary of the leader's historic visit to Vietnam. (Fidel Castro - Nuestra Sangre Por Vietnam" [Fidel Castro: Our blood for Vietnam]) marks the 50th anniversary of the Cuban leader’s visit, reminding people of his famous saying “For Vietnam, Cuba is willing to shed its blood”. It also helps readers have a better understanding about Fidel's special affection for Vietnam, Vietnamese people, and President Ho Chi Minh. First-ever Vietnam Digital Content Creation Awards launchedThe first-ever Vietnam Digital Content Creation Awards was officially launched at a ceremony held in Hanoi on September 12, aiming to honour outstanding products, services, and solutions on data creating and sharing. The Vietnam Digital Communications Association (VDCA) will present awards in different categories such as short films, animation, advertisements, and digital content production in the education sector.
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September 14, 2023 16:24 UTC
Seminar discusses energy transition goals in Việt Nam, Norway
HCM CITY — Stakeholders in the energy sector discussed the national energy transition road map under the recently approved National Power Development Plan 8 (PDP 8) at a seminar in HCM City on September 13. “Energy Transition: Norway - Việt Nam Business Partnership” also served as a platform for Norwegian energy companies to showcase their expertise and competitive advantages, including technologies in various areas like offshore wind power generation, clean hydrogen, carbon capture and storage (CCS), and liquefied natural gas (LNG). The seminar was attended by more than 70 delegates from local and global energy companies and key stakeholders in the energy sector in southern Việt Nam. PDP8, or the National Electricity Development Plan for 2021 – 2030, and the National Energy Master Plan for 2021-2030 are ambitious plans that set out a road map for energy infrastructure development and aim to mobilise international support for Việt Nam to achieve its net-zero-emissions goal by 2050. The seminar was organised by the Norwegian embassy, Norwegian Energy Partners and the oil, gas and coal department.
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September 14, 2023 16:12 UTC
Pioneering Việt Nam's digital revolution: insights from Meta's perspective
Việt Nam has rapidly emerged as a vibrant player on the global stage, with robust economic growth and a burgeoning digital ecosystem. How do you assess the innovation ecosystem in Việt Nam and the digital transformation process of Vietnamese businesses in recent years? We are very positive about the digital ecosystem in Việt Nam. In 2019, Việt Nam launched its “Make in Việt Nam” strategy to develop its domestic ICT industry by shifting from assembly and outsourcing to one with strong local capabilities for product creation and design. We look forward to the awarded solutions being adopted widely, generating more value and helping shape the innovation ecosystem in Việt Nam.
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September 14, 2023 16:04 UTC
Norway and Vietnam further discuss energy transition at seminar
Private and public representatives from Norway and Vietnam recently attended the “Energy Transition: Norway-Vietnam Business Partnership” seminar to further discuss the topic on Wednesday, 13 September 2023 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The seminar was held by the Embassy of Norway, Norwegian Energy Partners and the Vietnamese Department of Oil, Gas, and Coal. According to the Vietnam News, more than seventy delegates from local and global energy companies and stakeholders in the energy sector in Vietnam joined the seminar. Additionally, executives from fifteen Norwegian companies including Equinor, DNV, Mainstream, VARD, Scatec, NOV, and Sperton participated. As “Energy transition is an inevitable process, and now we have to work towards that goal,” said Mette Møglestue, Deputy Head of Mission at the Norwegian Embassy in Hanoi, business representatives from both parties got to exchange their experiences in the energy sector as well as explore more possible collaboration in areas such as offshore, wind power, clean hydrogen, CCS, and LNG.
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September 14, 2023 15:49 UTC
Vietnam’s tuna exports to UK positive in coming months: Association
Illustrative photo (Photo: VNA)– Vietnam’s tuna exports to the UK in the remaining months of this year will be positive and Vietnamese tuna still has good competitiveness thanks to the advantages that the Vietnam-UK free trade agreement brings about, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).Vietnam is the 13th largest tuna product supplier to the UK According to the General Department of Vietnam Customs, after a sharp drop of 51% in May, the export of Vietnamese tuna to the UK continued to increase in the two subsequent months. This growth has raised Vietnam’s export turnover of the fish to the UK in the first seven months of this year to more than 4.5 million USD, representing a year on year rise of 77%.On July 16, the UK signed a document to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The accession is expected to boost trade between the UK and the members of the CPTPP bloc, including Vietnam.Along with the UKVFTA that the two countries signed in late 2020, incentives from the CPTPP will open up opportunities for Vietnamese seafoods, including tuna, to enter the UK market, according to experts.
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September 14, 2023 15:30 UTC
Banks start procedures to pay dividends until year-end
HÀ NỘI — Many banks are starting procedures to pay dividends to shareholders from now until the end of the year. Specifically, VietinBank will increase its charter capital by VNĐ12.3 trillion through issuing shares to pay dividends. In July, the City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank. Ho Chi Minh City (HDBank, or HDB) also issued more than 377 million shares to pay dividends in 2022. In addition to VPBank, a number of other banks have paid cash dividends this year, including HDBank (HDB), Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ACB), Tiên Phong Commercial Joint Stock Bank (TPBank or TPB), Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MBB) and Vietnam International Commercial Joint Stock Bank (VIB).
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September 14, 2023 06:11 UTC
Attacks on IoT devices as one of four main trends in cyberattacks
HÀ NỘI — A report by the Việt Nam Computer Emergency Response Teams (VNCERT) indicates a substantial uptick in cyber incidents targeting IoT devices in the past years, and from the beginning of last year, the Authority of Information Security (AIS) has forecasted that attacks on IoT devices will be one of four main trends in cyberattacks in the country. The theme of the workshop is “Cyber Immunity for Security in IoT”, in recognition of the complex cybersecurity landscape brought about by the proliferation of IoT devices. As the number of IoT devices grows exponentially, the installation of protective tools that need regular updates on each of them is time-consuming and resource-intensive. To operationalise the vision of Cyber Immunity, Kaspersky developed its own operating system – KasperskyOS. We believe Cyber Immunity offers a new paradigm for how IT systems should be designed.
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September 13, 2023 16:49 UTC
Public security minister visits China, attends conference on crime prevention, control
They will also work closely together to ensure the security and safety of important political events, high-level visits, and the citizens, businesses and representative agencies of each country in the other's territory. Both sides will protect the legitimate rights and interests of their citizens, offer mutual support in personnel training in areas of their strength, he added. The same day, Minister Lâm together with Chinese State Councillor and Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong co-chaired the eighth ministerial conference on crime prevention and control. Concluding the event, they signed the minutes of the conference and a Memorandum of Understanding on prevention and control of trans-national gambling between the two ministries. On the occasion, Wang presented the Golden Great Wall insignia to Minister Lâm.
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September 13, 2023 16:11 UTC
Automobile sales down 9% in August
Illustrative image (Photo: Toyota Vietnam)- Members of the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) sold 22,540 vehicles in August, down 9% compared to the previous month, VAMA has reported.Of the vehicles sold last month, there were 17,335 passenger cars, down 10%; 5,036 commercial vehicles, down 5%; and 169 special-use vehicles , up 14% month-on-month.This indicates that the automotive market in Vietnam has faced difficulties in maintaining stable sales, especially in the two key segments of passenger cars and commercial vehicles.In terms of vehicle origin, the sales of domestically-assembled and imported completely built-up (CBU) vehicles reached 13,118 units and 9,422 units, down 3% and 15% month-on-month, respectively.In the first eight months of this year, VAMA members sold a total of 184,554 vehicles of all kinds, down 30% annually, with the sales of passenger cars, commercial and special-use vehicles dropping by 34%, 13%, and 61%, respectively.Besides VAMA member units, the Vietnamese auto market also includes other automakers such as Audi, Jaguar Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Subaru, Volkswagen, and Volvo, but they do not disclose business results.Meanwhile, Thanh Cong Group (TC Group) announced its sales of 3,145 units in August, and 35,191 in the Jan – August period.Based on the sales reports from VAMA and TC Group, 25,685 units were sold in August, lifting the total sales in the first eight months to 219,745 units.Toyota led the market in August with 3,922 units, up 16.7% from the previous month. It was followed by KIA, Huyndai, Mazda and Ford./.
Source:Viet Nam News
September 13, 2023 14:20 UTC