The will be two flights between Hanoi and the Chinese destinations each day, boosting tourism ties between Vietnam and China. Photo for illustration The flights are also expected to help Vietnam attract more tourists from third countries as Shenzhen and Guangzhou are home to many foreign workers, businesses and investors. In 2017, Vietnam welcomed 4 million Chinese tourists, some 30 percent of the nearly 13 million foreigner visitors to the Southeast Asian country. China has been an important tourism market of Vietnam in recent years. Meanwhile, an increasing number of Vietnamese have picked China as their top destination. According to the UN World Tourism Organization, 3.1 million Vietnamese traveled to China in 2016. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Hanoi-Shenzhen, Guangzhou flights launched
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VFF President visits Military Region 4
Speaking at the meeting with Military Region 4, VFF President Tran Thanh Man congratulated the military region on its achievements over the past time. VFF President Tran Thanh Man visits Military Region 4. Accordingly, in 2019, Military Region 4’s armed forces strictly maintained combat readiness and closely coordinated with other forces to deal with all incidents in a timely manner, contributing to firmly protecting political security in localities. In addition, the military region mobilized more than 27,000 troops to stamp out fires as well as cope with and mitigate the consequences of natural disasters. Their deeds were highly appreciated by local authorities and people. Its units also paid attention to carrying out external defense relations work and building a borderline of peace, friendship, and development. On the occasion, Man briefed participants on the nation’s achievements in different fields in 2019 and expressed hope that the troops of … [Read more...] about VFF President visits Military Region 4
Over 300 firms to participate in HCM City machinery, supporting industry fairs
A booth displaying industrial parts at the 2018 Vietnam Supporting Industry Fair (VSIF). This year the VSIF will be held along with the Vietnam International Machinery Fair in HCM City from December 11 to 14. — Photo courtesy of organisers HCM CITY — The 2019 Vietnam International Machinery Fair and 2019 Vietnam Supporting Industry Fair will be held in HCM City from December 11 to 14. The fairs have attracted over 300 exhibitors, including from advanced countries and regions such as South Korea, Japan, Singapore, China, Germany, and Europe. The products on display at the 460 booths will include automation and digital manufacturing solutions, supporting industry products, machinery used in the construction, textile, agricultural, and other sectors, energy and factory equipment, metalworking tools, welding machines, industrial parts and materials, and measuring and testing instruments. Supporting industry products made by Vietnamese firms will account for 30 … [Read more...] about Over 300 firms to participate in HCM City machinery, supporting industry fairs