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A ceremony took place in Hanoi on Sunday to mark the 100th anniversary of Russia’s October Revolution, which took place on November 7, 1917. The event was held at the Vietnam National Convention Center and was attended by many of the country’s current and former leaders. Speaking at the ceremony, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong highlighted the significance of the revolution, saying it had opened up a new period in human history. Victories of Vietnam’s own revolution have long been linked to the impact of the October Revolution, as well as to the support and assistance of the people of the former Soviet Union, General Secretary Trong elaborated. Artistic performances celebrating the centennary of the October Revolution. Photo: Tuoi Tre Vietnam’s achievements during the last 30 years of reform can be put down to the application of Marxist-Leninist ideals and Ho Chi Minh thought, the Party chief stressed. He then called for … [Read more...] about ​Hanoi remembers 100th anniversary of Russia’s October Revolution

New regulations for domestic travellers Passengers queue up to complete procedures before their flight at the Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. The Ministry of Transport (MoT) on January 21 issued a document that adjusted regulations for domestic passengers in the context of high vaccination coverage, aiming to create favourable conditions for citizens to travel, especially during the traditional Lunar New Year festival. Under the new regulations, domestic passengers only have to test negative for SARS-CoV-2 within three days if they live in or travel from “red areas,” which are ranked as level four – the highest level of COVID-19 risk, or from lockdown areas. For children travelling from red zones, the MoT has asked the Ministry of Health for guidance. The MoT has also removed its requirement to test domestic flight crews every seven days. Domestic passengers still have to make medical declarations on the PC-COVID application before their trip. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JANUARY 22

Staycation in Ho Chi Minh City InterContinental Residences Saigon, Sheraton Saigon and Renaissance Riverside Saigon are offering staycation packages with room prices starting from $155 a night, in which guests can enjoy a private gym, swimming pool and other luxury entertainment services. An outdoor swimming pool inside InterContinental Residences Saigon in HCMC's District 1. Photo courtesy of the hotel HCMC is now a green zone, deemed at low Covid risk, with a series of tourism and cultural activities run during Tet like the Nguyen Hue flower street, spring flower market at Binh Dong Wharf in District 8 and a lion dance for luck in the Chinatown. Glamping in Da Lat Glamping, a luxury version of camping that includes facilities and accommodation far more comfortable than traditional camping – has become a growing trend among tourists and Da Lat in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong, famous for green pine forests and fresh air, is an ideal … [Read more...] about 7 travel ideas for Tet in Vietnam

This is an effort within the framework of cooperation between the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) and the U.N. Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Vietnam to reduce gender-based violence, especially violence against women and girls, under a project on mitigating the impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable groups and ensuring the implementation of sustainable development goals (SDGs) in Vietnam funded by the Japanese government. The center provides integrated, essential and comprehensive services to people suffering from gender-based violence, including health, social, justice and protection services. Speaking at the launching ceremony, Naomi Kitahara, UNFPA Representative in Vietnam, said that UNFPA is honored to contribute to the Vietnamese Government’s efforts in preventing gender-based violence against women and girls. The center in Thanh Hoa aims to ensure that all women and girls in Vietnam, including the most vulnerable, have the right to live a life without … [Read more...] about Second center launched for victims of gender-based violence

In the new normal condition, the carrier plans to operate one flight a day on the route in line with the pandemic prevention measures, aiming to ensure an on-time performance rate of more than 98 percent. Basing on actual demand, it will consider raising the number to two flights per day. The same day, the airline also resumed services on the Ho Chi Minh City - Da Nang route. CEO of Vietravel Airlines Vu Duc Bien said as the first tourism airline in Vietnam, the carrier considers linking tourist destinations one of its top priorities. In addition to opening more domestic routes, Vietravel Airlines is also working with international aviation authorities to expand its flight network to Northeast and Southeast Asian markets from the second quarter of 2022. The airline has completed negotiations to increase its fleet to six this year in accordance with its approved roadmap. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Vietravel Airlines opens new route connecting HCM City and Quy Nhon

The delegation also included Deputy Chief of the General Department of Political Affairs Lieutenant General Trinh Van Quyet, Deputy Chief of the General Staff Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Nghia, and Chief of the Military Region 5 (MR5) Command Lieutenant General Thai Dai Ngoc. Visiting Song Tu Tay (Southwest Cay) Island, the delegation acknowledged the troops’ and islanders’ task performance over the past time. Reportedly, they well embraced and strictly implemented all resolutions, directives of the higher levels while overcoming difficulties to fulfill assigned missions, contributing to firmly protecting sovereignty over the national sea and islands. Especially, they also took part in search and rescue missions, and COVID-19 pandemic prevention and control, among others. In Truong Sa townlet, the delegation offered incense at the monument for fallen soldiers and at President Ho Chi Minh Memorial House. They also inspected combat readiness of troops and inquired after troops and … [Read more...] about Tet gifts brought to Truong Sa island district and DK1 platforms