Vietnam strongly committed to promoting gender equality, women's rights: Ambassador
Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan delivers a speech at the opening session of the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) of the UN Economic and Social Council in New York. (Photo: VNA)Delivering a speech at the 68th session of the Commission on the Status of Women ( CSW ) of the UN Economic and Social Council in New York, Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan expressed Vietnam's high-level commitment to ensuring gender equality and women's rights as well as its multifaceted engagement and contributions to this priority area, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang has assessed.In a recent interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency in New York, Giang elaborated the four proposals by the Vietnamese leader aimed at accelerating swift and effective actions in this field.According to the diplomat, the first involves the enhancement of women's participation in decision-making mechanisms in politics, economy, culture, and society, and the prioritisation of resources to support women and girls in humanitarian crises.The second highlights the empowerment and provision of access opportunities for the group in science, technology, and digital transformation, coupled with efforts to combat discrimination and violence in the cyberspace.The third focuses on elevating the role of women in building a peaceful, stable, comprehensive, and sustainable international environment, and addressing non-traditional security challenges, particularly in climate change response.Last but not least, it is necessary to promote partnership for sustainable development, to enhance financial support and consultation for institutional and policy building in developing countries, and to share, disseminate, and leverage effective models to enhance the role of women in socio-economic and sustainable development.About Vietnam's efforts at the UN in promoting global gender equality, Giang noted that gender equality and women's rights have always been the fields that Vietnam values and actively contributes to at the national, regional, and global levels.Vietnam was among the first countries in the world to sign the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) on July 29, 1980, and ratified it on November 27, 1981. It is also a member of the Group of Friends on Gender Parity, promoting women's holding of positions at the UN, especially leadership ones. The Southeast Asian country recently adopted its national action programme on women, peace, and security for 2024 - 2030 with specific objectives.Vietnam has been evaluated by the international community as one of the top ten countries implementing Goal 5 on promoting gender equality and women empowerment in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, the ambassador highlighted.The country is in the top one-third in the world concerning the proportions of female parliamentarians and of women participating in the workforce. Notably, its human development index for men and women is nearly equal, with women earning 81.4% of estimated male income.Giang concluded that these meaningful results reflect Vietnam's commitment and efforts that can be shared with international friends to promote the cause of gender equality and empower women and girls, thereby contributing to the construction of a world of peace, cooperation, and sustainable development./.
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March 15, 2024 09:09 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 15/2024
Vietnam hopes Canada will share experience, methods, and carbon pricing tools to support Vietnam in building a carbon market, Ha said. She said Canada considers cooperation with Vietnam in implementing the JETP as a model to continue fostering cooperation in environment and climate change. About the third one, Happy Society, we want to bring the best things to Việt Nam and its people," said Kaneda Hiroki, Acecook Việt Nam General Secretary. Elevating Việt Nam football is the dream of the entire nation and also Acecook Việt Nam." After that, it has been held around Việt Nam in cities such as Huế, Đà Nẵng and Phú Yên.
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March 15, 2024 07:46 UTC
UNDP Administrator congratulates Việt Nam on human development achievements
HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam has remained a high human development country through the difficult years of the COVID-19 pandemic, and human development continues to be a focus of the country’s development strategy. That was the message from UNDP Resident Representative Ramla Khalidi, as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced its new report. Achim Steiner, administrator of the UNDP, congratulated Việt Nam on the many important achievements in human development it has obtained over the recent past. The Human Development Index (HDI) has bounced back and stood at the highest-ever level since the HDR was first released in 1990. The UNDP’s Human Development Report, released every two years, is compiled basing on contributions by many experts from UN agencies, member states, international organisations, and non-governmental organisations.
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March 15, 2024 06:06 UTC
Extreme weather looms over Indonesia
Floods affected more than 16,700 people in at least 11 areas in Indonesia’s Central Java and East Java last week, of them 280 forced to flee to safer places, the country's National Disaster Mitigation Agency reported.The flood-hit localities included Salatiga city and parts of Demak, Grobogan, Brebes, Bantul, and Mojokerto districts, the agency said. The death toll from floods and landslides in West Sumatra province has risen to 32. At least two people have died and hundreds been displaced by severe flooding in several regions of Central Java and East Java.Two foreign tourists were found dead on March 14 on the Indonesian resort island of Bali after heavy rain triggered a landslide that swept away their villa in Jatiluwih village.The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency warned that some areas could experience more extreme weather in the coming days, and the northern coast of Central Java may be hit by tidal floods.The Semarang city Disaster Management Agency reported 361 disasters nationwide in the first two months of this year, which left 47 people dead, 1.6 million displaced, and more than 13,000 houses damaged./.
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March 15, 2024 04:23 UTC
List of high-quality Vietnamese product businesses announced
Representatives from businesses receive certificates of high-quality Vietnamese products in 2024. (Photo: VNA)HCM City (VNA) – The Business Association of High-Quality Vietnamese Products on March 14 held a ceremony in HCM City to announce and award certificates to 529 high-quality Vietnamese businesses in 2024. Among the businesses, 32 have been on the list for 28 consecutive years since the High-Quality Vietnamese Goods Programme was launched, while 16 have entered the list for the first time. Outstanding names in the list include Asia Bakery-Confectionary Co. Ltd., Tho Phat Food Processing One Member Company Limited, Ha Long Canned Food JSC, VISSAN JSC, Cholimex Food JSC, Vietnam Dairy Products JSC (Vinamilk), Van Thanh Mattress Company Ltd., An Phuoc Garment Embroidery Shoes Co. Ltd, My Hao Chemical Cosmetics JSC, and Saigon Cosmetics JSC. The vote for high-quality Vietnamese products this year received feedback from over 70,000 consumers across the country.
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March 15, 2024 02:35 UTC
VN-Index corrects, liquidity stays high
HÀ NỘI — The stock market was mixed on Thursday as investors took profits after shares posted strong gains in the previous session. Meanwhile, foreign investors net sold more than VNĐ900 billion on the main exchange. On the Hồ Chí Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE), the VN-Index finished lower at 1,264.26 points, down 6.25 points, or 0.49 per cent, but still hovering near a more than one year high. Several securities firms believe that investor confidence is also on the rise as market liquidity improved along with the index. Foreign capital continued to see strong outflows from the market as foreign investors net sold VNĐ911.36 billion on HoSE.
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March 14, 2024 23:59 UTC
Vietnam considers US a strategically important partner: Vice State President
Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan (L) and President Pro Tempore of US Senate Patty Murray at their meeting on March 13 in Washington, D.C(Photo: VNA)At the meeting between Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan and Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Elizabeth M. Allen in Washington DC on March 13. (Photo: VNA)- Vietnam regards the US as a strategically important partner, Vice State President Vo Thi Anh Xuan affirmed at a meeting with President Pro Tempore of the US Senate Patty Murray on March 13 in Washington, D.C.Xuan told Murray that Vietnam hopes for bilateral engagement to actively implement the countries’ new bilateral relations framework as well as agreements reached during President Joe Biden's visit to Vietnam in September last year, bringing practical benefits to their peoples.Suggesting the organisation of more parliamentary delegation exchanges to strengthen mutual understanding and trust, she underscored Vietnam's readiness for dialogue and exchange of ideas with the US on remaining differences.The leader also proposed that the US government and congress continue to prioritise cooperation in addressing the consequences of war in Vietnam, facilitating trade and investment relations with the nation, and promptly recognising Vietnam as a market economy.Welcoming the US's expanded relations with Asia-Pacific and positive contributions to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region, she called on the country to further support ASEAN's centrality, the ASEAN-US comprehensive partnership, and the Mekong-US partnership.For her part, Murray affirmed her strong support for the US’s efforts to enhance its friendship and cooperation with Vietnam over recent times, and pledged to continue joining the congress’s efforts to facilitate the development of the bilateral ties, including the implementation of the comprehensive strategic partnership framework.She also expressed interest in learning about Vietnam's situation and policy perspectives regarding sustainable development in the Mekong Delta, climate change response, women empowerment, and addressing challenges to peace, stability, and development in Southeast Asia.Later the same day, Xuan received Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs Elizabeth M. Allen who stated that the US values and prioritises the countries’ implementation of the new relation framework to bring tangible benefits to both sides.In response, Xuan urged the US Department of State to closely work with the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other units involved in carrying out the nations’ comprehensive strategic partnership, particularly their cultural, education, and people-to-people ties.Allen revealed that the US will continue to make resources serving joint projects with Vietnam a priority in terms of culture, education, and people-to-people relations.She also informed Xuan of several important bilateral cultural and educational cooperation programmes planned for the near future, such as developing the higher education and vocational education system, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education, cultural exchange, and heritage preservation.Immediately after the meeting, Xuan, together with the Under Secretary of State and Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung, witnessed the signing ceremony of a memorandum of understanding on cultural cooperation and people-to-people relations between the Vietnamese Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the US Department of State./.
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March 14, 2024 19:48 UTC
More than 2,200 runners to join Vietnam Ultra Marathon
Illustrative image (Photo: Organising board)– Over 2,200 runners from 40 countries and territories will participate in the Vietnam Ultra Marathon which will take place in Mai Chau, the northern province of Hoa Binh , on March 23.This is the latest tournament in the Topas Vietnam Trail Series , comprising the first ultramarathon in Vietnam – Vietnam Mountain Marathon in Sapa in Lao Cai province, and races in Moc Chau in Son La province and Pu Luong in Thanh Hoa province.Athletes will participate in running at five distances, from 5km, to 10km, 25km, 50km and 70km ultramarathon with a total increase in altitude of up to 3,300 metres.The running track is uniquely designed, bringing participants a new feel of Mai Chau that not many people have experienced. From the romantic Mai Chau valley with villages of Thai ethnic people, the race will take runners through a variety of landscapes, from dense primitive forests to terraced fields, passing many long slopes and majestic landscapes.Especially, the race will welcome children from the Blue Dragon Children's Foundation. The organiser will sponsor all expenses for 50 disadvantaged children from Hanoi to participate in the race.The event also attaches special importance to charity work. So far, the Topas Vietnam Trail Series has raised more than 11 billion VND (445,000 USD)./.
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March 14, 2024 17:15 UTC
2024 Indonesian Tourism Village Award launched
Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno launched the 2024 ADWI in Bugisan Tourism Village, Klaten, Central Java, on March 9. ((Photo: Antara)Jakarta (VNA) – The 2024 Indonesian Tourism Village Award (ADWI) has been launched as a programme aimed at appreciating tourism actors for their role in developing the economic and socio-cultural aspects of villages. This year's edition of ADWI is themed "Tourism Villages Towards World-Class Green Tourism", affirming Indonesia's determination to promote eco-friendly tourism destinations and activities. Indonesia currently has a total of 4,812 tourism villages that have been registered in the Network of Tourism Villages (Jadesta). The development of 6,000 tourism villages, accounting for 80% of potential villages, will contribute 4.5% to Indonesia’s gross domestic product.
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March 14, 2024 15:15 UTC
Việt Nam News & VINEXAD to host EPR seminar
This is one of the key events within the framework of the 33rd Vietnam International Trade Fair (Vietnam Expo 2024) in Hà Nội. By implementing EPR, businesses can meet the increasingly high demands of partners and participate extensively in the global value chain. During the seminar, policymakers, experts, leaders of local and foreign businesses, along with other stakeholders, are expected to discuss the opportunities and challenges of implementing EPR in Việt Nam. Việt Nam News remains today the only English-language newspaper in the Southeast Asian country and one of the most reliable newspapers in the country on foreign affairs. Vietnam Expo is the longest-standing annual trade promotion event in Việt Nam, organised by the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT), directed by the Trade Promotion Agency, and executed by VINEXAD since 1991.
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March 14, 2024 13:18 UTC
Vietnam works towards equal access to quality education
Illustrative image (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Chief Representative of UNESCO Vietnam Jonathan Baker said on March 14 that it is crucial for Vietnam, home to many ethnic groups, to ensure equal access to education for minority students. Speaking at an international conference jointly held byIn terms of gender equality, he said that although Vietnam has gained significant achievements in ensuring – Chief Representative of UNESCO Vietnam Jonathan Baker said on March 14 that it is crucial for Vietnam, home to many ethnic groups, to ensure equal access to education for minority students.Speaking at an international conference jointly held by UNESCO Vietnam and the Vietnam National Institute of Educational Services (VNIES) in Hanoi, Baker said the rich-poor divide and the gap between urban and rural areas should be taken into account in this regard.In terms of gender equality, he said that although Vietnam has gained significant achievements in ensuring equal access to education for both boys and girls, males and females, more work should be done to address the root causes of gender disparity and stereotypes. The cooperation between UNESCO and the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) and localities revealed the fact that greater efforts are required to ensure that minority girls face no hindrances to schooling, Baker continued. In his remarks, Deputy Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Van Phuc briefed participants on Vietnam’s educational landscape, as well as challenges to the enforcement of policies that aim to ensure equality in education. The official used this occasion to call on international organisations and experts to further support Vietnamese scientists in building education strategies and plans, and promote cooperation between countries in this sphere./.
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March 14, 2024 12:25 UTC
Thailand to send 3,000 skilled shipbuilding workers to RoK
Illustrative image (Photo: Nation Thailand)Bangkok (VNA) – Thai Minister of Labour Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn reached an agreement to send 3,000 Thai skilled shipbuilding workers to the Republic of Korea (RoK), during his trip to Seoul on March 13. Phiphat clinched the deal to send Thai welders and mechanical technicians at a meeting with representatives of five Korean shipbuilders, including HD Hyundai Heavy Industry, Hyundai Mipo Dockyard, Hyundai Samho, Samsung Heavy Industries and Hanwha Ocean. He said there are around 20,000 legally registered Thai workers in the RoK, where wages are at least five times higher than in Thailand. The ministry plans to increase the number of Thai workers sent to the RoK by 3,000-4,000 this year, he added. The ministry aims to send 100,000 Thai workers abroad this year, also increasing numbers to meet demand in Australia and Eastern European countries like Poland, Phiphat said./.
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March 14, 2024 12:16 UTC
Sahm Capital Revamps Website for Enhanced Investing Experience
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 March 2024 - Sahm Capital Financial Company (formerly known as VCFC), a brokerage firm licensed by the Capital Market Authority (22251-25), has unveiled a major upgrade to its official website. The 24/7 support service further elevates the investing experience, providing personalized assistance whenever required.The new website follows by the launch of its all-in-one trading app, 'Sahm', a platform tailored specifically for investors in Saudi Arabia. Sahm distinguishes itself as the first app in KSA to offer one-click quick switching between Saudi and U.S. stock accounts in real-time for both trading and currency conversion. About Sahm Capital:Registered in Riyadh, Sahm Capital (formerly known as VCFC) is a joint venture company of Valuable Capital Group Ltd and eWTP Arabia Capital. In October 2023, Sahm Capital received licenses from the Capital Market Authority (CMA) to conduct Dealing, Advising, and Custody services in KSA, making it the first international online brokerage firm to provide online brokerage services in KSA.
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March 14, 2024 10:33 UTC
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 14/2024
Health ministry proposes supplementary health insurance packageThe Ministry of Health has proposed a supplementary voluntary health insurance package applicable to those who have participated in compulsory health insurance. There are now two types of health insurance available in Việt Nam: compulsory health insurance and commercial health insurance. Compulsory health insurance is managed by the State under the Health Insurance Law for social, not for profit purposes. The health insurance fund pays medical examination and treatment costs covered by health insurance for subjects following the Health Insurance Law. However, the scope of benefits covered by the commercial health insurance often overlaps with those already paid by compulsory health insurance.
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March 14, 2024 09:14 UTC
Vietnam works to prevent biodiversity degradation
However, experts from the World Wide Fund for Nature in Vietnam (WWF Vietnam) said that Vietnam's biodiversity is degrading. Pham Minh Thao, Director of WWF Vietnam's Program Development said that the degradation of natural ecosystems greatly affects the supply chains of food, energy, infrastructure and transportation as well as people's lives. She attributed the degradation to population growth, changes in land use, unsustainable exploitation of natural resources, impacts of global climate change and environmental pollution. Hoang Thi Thanh Nhan, Deputy Director of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment’s Nature Conservation and Biodiversity Department said preventing biodiversity loss in Vietnam not only fulfills national targets but also contributes to achieving global goals. This year, the Nature Conservation and Biodiversity Department will conduct assessment of the 15-year implementation of Law on Biodiversity, Thao said, elaborating that it will create foundation for proposing amendments to the 2008 Law on Biodiversity.
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March 13, 2024 20:14 UTC