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VOV currently has a network of 13 representative bureaus abroad that have been able to provide audiences with up-to-date, wide coverage of the pandemic in their host countries and adjacent areas. Their coverage largely focused on ways that local authorities and people have responded to the pandemic, the impact of the virus on people’s life, as well as the pandemic from the perspectives of specialists, researchers, and scientists. Each VOV representative bureau abroad is considered an important link in the chain, contributing to building a strong and pioneering information network that VOV can use to help in COVID-19 prevention and control. … [Read more...] about Promoting the media’s essential role in combating COVID-19

Despite the quick tempo of life in the capital, several age-old underground wells have been preserved in the Old Quarter as a reminder of the past. One of them is situated at the end of Hang Chi lane with the site also serving as a meeting point for Hang Gai and Hang Quat streets. The well is seen as a great meeting place for local people living in the three streets, who often come to collect water from the well for daily use, despite running water being readily available in their home. … [Read more...] about Ageing underground wells in the heart of Hanoi

Buenos Aires (VNA) – The University of Buenos Aires and the Vietnamese Embassy in Argentina on July 13 held an online seminar on the friendship between Vietnam and Argentina and their potential for further cooperation. Former Argentine Ambassador to Vietnam Juan Valle Raleigh said Vietnam is an important partner in Argentina’s foreign policy and the elevation of the bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership a decade ago has created a foundation for a diverse cooperation agenda, especially in economy and trade. Raleigh said the two economies are reciprocal, and expressed his hope that the countries will advance the strategic partnership in the near future. He lauded Vietnam’s position and role in Asia and the world at large, as well as the country’s contributions to global issues, particularly at the time when Vietnam serves as ASEAN Chair and non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. On this occasion, the Argentine university introduced … [Read more...] about Seminar highlights Vietnam-Argentina friendship

Hanoi (VNA) - Young Vietnamese women now raise a stronger voice against violence compared to a decade ago, a conference in Hanoi on July 14 heard. This was one of the results of a national study on violence against women in Vietnam in 2019, conducted with the aim of promoting gender equality and eliminating gender-based violence. Nguyen Thi Ha, Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) and Vice Chairman of the National Committee for the Advancement of Women, said the study, first carried out in 2009, proves that women who have higher education are less likely to experience violence. This shows that education is very important in helping women to be stronger, more confident and independent in life. However, she pointed out, violence against women remains still hidden because gender stereotypes are still common in society. She warned children are also victims, more vulnerable to violence, especially when they witness domestic … [Read more...] about Young women raise stronger voice against violence: national study

As such, the capital has mobilised a total of over VND56.5 trillion (US$2.43 billion) since 2016, according to the municipal office that oversees the work. Chu Phu My, Director of the Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, said the capital has six districts meeting the standards for new-style rural areas, namely Dan Phuong, Dong Anh. Thanh Tri, Hoai Duc, Quoc Oai, and Gia Lam. To date, the local authorities recognised 355 out of its 382 communes (92.9%) as new-style rural areas, and 13 as advanced new-style rural areas. Of the remainder, 24 communes have fulfilled between 15 and 18 criteria of the standards. In 2020, Hanoi aims to have 15 more communes meet the criteria for new-style rural areas, with 20 others recognised as advanced new-style rural areas, three model new-style rural communes, and six new-style rural districts.  Son Tay town is expected to complete the work this year. The national target programme on building new-styled rural areas was … [Read more...] about Hanoi mobilises over US$508 million for new-style rural building in H1