Computer-delivered IELTS allows test takers to have more options on test day (up to seven days per week and three sessions per day), greater flexibility with quicker result in only five to seven days, as well as suitable for people who prefer typing over writing. Due to the success of computer-delivered IELTS, this format will be rolled out nationwide in the future. … [Read more...] about British Council opens second computer-delivered IELTS center in HCM City
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13th National Party Congress: impressions and belief
Hanoi (VNA) – Foreign diplomats in Vietnam have provided opinions on Vietnam’s achievements during its period of “Doi moi” (renewal), most notably its economic development, containment of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the forward momentum of the country. Lao Ambassador to Vietnam Sengphet Houngboungnuang said he was delighted to see Vietnam’s outstanding development in the 75-year building of socialism, especially the 35 years of renewal, the 30-year implementation of the platform on national construction during the transitional period to socialism, the five-year realisation of the 12th National Party Congress’s Resolution and the implementation of the 2016-2020 socio-economic development plan. Under the sound leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV), the Vietnamese people have gained great, comprehensive, historic achievements, helping to promote the country’s role and prestige in the international arena, he said. Over the past … [Read more...] about 13th National Party Congress: impressions and belief
3.000 national flags are given to Ly Son fishermen to reach out the sea
Each cabinet has many common medicines and basic medical equipment to help fishermen take care of their own health when they do not have access to medical facilities while at the sea. In total, 200 medicine cabinets and 3.000 national flags were given to fishermen from the Fisheries Union of An Hai and An Vinh. … [Read more...] about 3.000 national flags are given to Ly Son fishermen to reach out the sea
Diplomatic corps, int’l organisations informed about upcoming National Party Congress
Foreign ambassadors and diplomats attending the meeting, which was held by the CPV Central Committee, expressed their belief the 13th National Party Congress would be organised successfully and set policies and guidelines for a new development period for the country, continuing to lead Việt Nam to more important accomplishments. VNS … [Read more...] about Diplomatic corps, int’l organisations informed about upcoming National Party Congress
Thailand’s rice exports remain gloomy this year
Bangkok (VNA) – Thailand’s rice exports are expected to recover slightly from an estimated 5.8 million tonnes in 2020, which was the lowest in 20 years due to weak global purchasing power caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a container shortage and the strong baht. Chookiat Ophaswongse, honorary president of the Thai Rice Exporters Association (TREA), said he believes that rice exports will reach 6.5 million tonnes at best this year, up from an anticipated 5.8 million tonnes worth 110-120 billion baht (3.65-3.98 billion USD) in 2020. Rice exports remain gloomy this year, as consumers worldwide are likely to opt to save their money and buy rice at cheaper prices, he stated. He took Malaysia as an example as the country has now started buying more rice from India with cheaper prices, instead of Thailand and Vietnam. According to him, the container shortage is another obstacle for rice export prospects, citing the Thai National Shippers’ Council’s expectation that … [Read more...] about Thailand’s rice exports remain gloomy this year