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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh speaks at an event on innovation held by Asia Society on May 17 (US time). — Photos baochinhphu.vn Viet Nam expects to have start-up collaboration with the US on issues of global concern like climate change, digital technology and supply chain diversification. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh was speaking at a forum on innovation and start-ups held by the Asia Society on May 17 (US time) in the US. He affirmed that Viet Nam identifies science and technology, innovation and entrepreneurship as important driving forces for development in the new period. All three strategic breakthroughs that Viet Nam identified namely institutions, infrastructure and human resources are related to these forces, he added. The Prime Minister expressed his wish that US partners will continue promoting cooperation activities, especially in innovative start-ups. Start-up collaboration should focus on issues of global concern that the two countries are promoting … [Read more...] about Viet Nam to work with the US to develop start-ups on climate change, digital transformation

The conference, held by the national carrier Vietnam Airlines and two travel groups – Saigon Tourists and Thien Minh Group – to boost the cooperation between enterprises of the two countries and to introduce Vietnam to U.S. friends and partners. Addressing the event, PM Chinh highlighted the development of the Vietnam - U.S. ties, benefiting both countries and contributing to peace, cooperation and development in the world. The Government leader affirmed that economic, investment, trade and science-education cooperation is an important pillar in the bilateral relationship. In the very challenging year of 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, two-way trade still reached 112 billion USD, accounting for nearly one-third of the total U.S. - ASEAN trade turnover. The U.S. is Vietnam’s second largest trade partner while Vietnam is the U.S.’ 9th largest, he noted, adding that trade between the two countries has contributed to making Vietnam one of the 20 largest import-export countries … [Read more...] about PM urged U.S. businesses to invest in tourism and trade in Vietnam

Because of strict visa policies, promotions to attract international tourists have not been as effective as expected, according to many businesses. Enterprises have made huge investments to welcome back tourists, but such illogical visa policies may slow down the tourism recovery pace. Being confused and facing difficulties Many travel companies in Da Nang City told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper that visa policies for foreign tourists were still their biggest concern. Before the COVID-19 outbreak, Vietnam offered the visa waiver policy for citizens of many countries and the normal visa approval period was three to five days (visas which were valid for 30 days). However, the list of countries whose citizens are entitled to Vietnam’s visa waiver policy has been shortened and the visa processing period has been lengthened, putting enterprises at a disadvantage. Cao Tri Dung, chairman of the Da Nang Tourism Association, said that after the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of … [Read more...] about Strict visa policies hinder international guests from visiting Vietnam

A wind power project in the northern province of Ninh Thuan. — Photo evn.com.vn The Vietnamese economy’s unparalleled exposure to multinational corporations and the global consumer market calls for a pragmatic alignment between the country’s renewable energy strategy and the decarbonisation commitments of the global brands, according to IEEFA’s latest report on Viet Nam. “Multinational corporations responsible for up to US$150 billion of Viet Nam’s export revenues have made specific pledges on carbon neutrality or decarbonisation of varying scope and timelines,” said Thu Vu, energy finance analyst leading the Vietnamese market coverage for IEEFA. “These brands’ journey toward sustainability progress is one in which Viet Nam can not afford to ignore or miss out on.” Viet Nam is currently the largest exporter of goods in developing Southeast Asia. With nearly 60 per cent of the exports being manufactured goods for the big brands, its growing role in the global supply chain … [Read more...] about IEEFA: Viet Nam’s manufacturing future rests on a credible renewable energy game plan

The MoU was signed between the Partnership for Sustainable Agriculture in Vietnam, the National Agriculture Extension, and CARE, paving the way forward for the rollout of the Farming for Change – She Feeds the World project in Vietnam (SFtW Vietnam). The project aims to ensure small-scale farmers in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, particularly women and ethnic minorities, have more secure and resilient livelihoods for food, nutrition, and water security. The Central Highlands in Vietnam are a major agricultural hub, producing key food crops. However, the agricultural system in the region faces serious environmental, economic, and societal issues, including unsustainable agricultural practices and weak market linkage. The overuse of pesticides, fertilisers, and water resources are lowering the productivity of the land which is further exacerbated when farmers sell their products to local collectors who have limited bargaining power, earning them lower incomes. This particularly … [Read more...] about PepsiCo Foundation funds expansion of She Feeds the World programme

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 17 met with Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Operations at Microsoft Asia Pacific Sandy Gupta in San Francisco as part of his trip to the US. — VNA/VNS Photo Duong Giang Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on May 17 met with Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Operations at Microsoft Asia Pacific Sandy Gupta and other leading officials of Microsoft. During the talks, PM Chinh congratulated Microsoft on its successes in recent times and its implementation of a digital transformation programme globally, including in Viet Nam. He said he hopes Microsoft will effectively implement its programmes in Viet Nam and contribute recommendations to help Viet Nam effectively implement its digital transformation programme and build a digital government, a digital society, and digital citizens. The Prime Minister said that Viet Nam has established a National Committee on Digital Transformation, chaired by the Prime Minister, to promote the building of … [Read more...] about Microsoft wants to cooperate with Viet Nam in digital transformation, cybersecurity, green economy: Executive