AFP Sport picks out five memorable moments: Rock-star treatment Efren Reyes of the Philippines was given the kind of reception usually more associated with rock stars than aging pool players. Vietnamese cueist Nguyen Tran Thanh Tu (R) takes a selfie with Efren Reyes after their SEA Games match in Hanoi, May 18, 2022. Photo by Giang Huy With more than 100 professional titles to his name in a career spanning over four decades, the 67-year-old was mobbed by young fans eager to get a closer look and a selfie whenever their hero showed up. Despite bowing out early from one event, hundreds of fans still chased the veteran player known as the 'Magician' as he left the building under a heavy security escort. "I love you!" they shouted as he waved regally from a bus. He left the Games with one bronze. Faster than Bolt Thai teenager Puripol Boonson blitzed the field in the men's 100m and 200m to underline his status as a possible global sprint star of the future. … [Read more...] about Marriage proposals to ‘Magician’: 5 SEA Games moments
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Nourishing all stakeholders key to sustainability: RFC President
Roel van Neeros, President of F&B, RFC With 150 years of global history and presence of more than 25 years in Viet Nam, many Royal FrieslandCampina (RFC) products have become household brand names in the country, like Dutch Lady, Fristi and Friso. Returning to Viet Nam for the first time after the pandemic, Roel van Neerbos, President of F&B, RFC says besides high product quality it is the nourishing mission “for our farmers, our people and our consumers,” that ensures sustained success. Our congratulations on RFC’s 150th anniversary, surely a historical milestone for a global nutrition leader. To start off, please explain RFC’s “Nourishing by Nature” mission? The word “nourishing” fits us very well, since it implies the provision of something essential to growth. It goes to the heart of what RFC does. We pursue the “nourishing” mission for our farmers, our people and our consumers. We are also making efforts to nourish a better planet. In all the innovation … [Read more...] about Nourishing all stakeholders key to sustainability: RFC President
Bulgarian Culture and Education and Slavic Language Festival observed in Vietnam
May 24 is one of Bulgaria’s most important days honoring the country’s traditional and modern cultural values, honoring teachers, students, and training institutions with great contribution to the establishment and development of Bulgarian education sector. The day is also to commemorate Bulgarian brothers Kiril and Metodi who created Slavic alphabet being used by around 20 countries in the world. Speaking at the ceremony, the Bulgarian Ambassador to Vietnam Marinela Petkova affirmed the significance of the celebration of the Bulgarian Culture and Education and Slavic Language Festival in Vietnam. She emphasized the important role of knowledge, education and cultural exchange in building long-lasting friendship among countries. Evaluating the bilateral relationship, the Bulgarian diplomat said that the efforts of leaders of the two countries in maintaining political dialogues and promoting the partnership in line with their potential, demand and strengths are clear proof of the … [Read more...] about Bulgarian Culture and Education and Slavic Language Festival observed in Vietnam
Việt Nam joins US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính gave the speech at the launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity on Monday. — VNS Photo HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam will join 12 countries in the region in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) as US President Joe Biden launches the initiative on Monday during his visit to long-term ally Japan. The formal rollout of the IPEF was held in a hybrid format in Tokyo – with US President, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi taking part in person, and leaders from Australia, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand joining remotely. The White House said this economic framework with an initial 13 countries represents 40 per cent of global GDP. The future of the global economy will be largely written in the Indo-Pacific, which covers half the population of the world and more than 60 per cent of the global GDP, US President … [Read more...] about Việt Nam joins US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
Việt Nam joins Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
Vietnamese Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính gave the speech at the launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity on Monday. — VNS Photo HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam will join 12 countries in the region in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) as US President Joe Biden launches the initiative on Monday during his visit to long-term ally Japan. The formal rollout of the IPEF was held in a hybrid format in Tokyo – with US President, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi taking part in person, and leaders from Australia, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand joining remotely. The White House said this economic framework with an initial 13 countries represents 40 per cent of global GDP. The framework will focus on four key pillars – Connected Economy (including rules on digital economy, standards on cross-border data flows and data localisation, online privacy, … [Read more...] about Việt Nam joins Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
“Vietnamese runners are my second family”: Timor Lester athlete at SEA Games 31
The Timor Leste runner has bagged two silvers in the men’s 5,000m and 10,000m competitions at the Hanoi-hosted SEA Games 31, setting new regional records for his country’s sports delegation in this event. Felisberto de Deus, after finishing second in the men’s 10,000m event, waved a small Vietnamese flag while wrapping himself in his homeland’s banner in celebration of his achievement. Felisberto de Deus waves a small Vietnamese flag while wrapping himself in his homeland’s banner in celebration of his achievement. Photo: Hoang Linh The moment of the 23-year-old athlete holding hands and running together with Vietnamese gold and bronze medal winners Nguyen Van Lai and Le Van Thao, respectively, is considered the most impressive image for Vietnamese and Southeast Asian fans at the sporting event. It was the striking demonstration of SEA Games 31slogan: For a Stronger Southeast Asia. Hanoi-hosted event highlights sportsmanship Though the exciting … [Read more...] about “Vietnamese runners are my second family”: Timor Lester athlete at SEA Games 31