At their meeting on July 20 as part of the Deputy PM’s visit to Indonesia from June 19-21, the two sides showed delight at the recent progress of the Vietnam-Indonesia relations, especially the promotion of bilateral ties to strategic partnership in 2013. Megawati recalled good impression during her visit to Vietnam in 2003 as Indonesia’s President, during which the two sides signed a joint statement on the framework of friendly and comprehensive partnership entering the 21st century and the agreement on delineation of continental shelf, which laid a firm foundation for the two sides to beef up their relations in major areas. Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue meets leader of the ruling Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) Megawati Soekarnoputri. She affirmed that in any position, she will always support the strategic partnership between the two countries. Deputy PM Hue highly valued the great … [Read more...]

NDO – Reigning national futsal champions Thai Son Nam will represent Vietnam to compete at the 2017 AFC Futsal Club Championship, scheduled to take place at Phu Tho Gymnasium, in Ho Chi Minh City, from July 20 to 30. The ten-day event will gather the participation of the 14 strongest futsal clubs from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Iraq, Qatar, Japan, Thailand, China, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Australia, Lebanon and hosts, Vietnam. The participating teams will battle it out in a round robin tournament of four groups, with the top two placed teams of each group advancing to the quarterfinals. Thai Son Nam Club has been drawn in Group A, together with Erem (Kyrgyzstan), Al Dhafra (UAE) and Vic Vipers (Australia). The best result achieved by Thai Son Nam at the AFC Club Championship was a third-place finish, along with the Fair Play prize, in Iran two years ago. The door is wide open for the Vietnamese representatives to seize one of Group … [Read more...]

NDO/VNA – Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue held working sessions in Jakarta on July 19 with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi and Minister of Trade Enggartiasto Lukita to seek ways to further expand the partnership between the two countries. Deputy PM Vuong Dinh Hue, who is on a visit to Indonesia from June 19-21, affirmed that the establishment of the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia in 2013 opened up a new chapter in bilateral cooperation, contributing to the comprehensive development of ties. He suggested that both sides should continue beefing up their traditional friendship and strategic partnership through increasing the exchange of high-level delegations, effectively implementing the existing cooperation mechanisms and boosting all-round collaboration. The two sides expressed delight at the strong growth of the bilateral partnership, especially in economy, trade and investment. Deputy PM Vuong … [Read more...]

NDO/VNA – Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue held working sessions in Jakarta on July 19 with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi and Minister of Trade Enggartiasto Lukita to seek ways to further expand the partnership between the two countries. Deputy PM Vuong Dinh Hue, who is on a visit to Indonesia from June 19-21, affirmed that the establishment of the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia in 2013 opened up a new chapter in bilateral cooperation, contributing to the comprehensive development of ties. He suggested that both sides should continue beefing up their traditional friendship and strategic partnership through increasing the exchange of high-level delegations, effectively implementing the existing cooperation mechanisms and boosting all-round collaboration. The two sides expressed delight at the strong growth of the bilateral partnership, especially in economy, trade and investment. Deputy PM Vuong … [Read more...]

In a first, Việt Nam grabbed a gold medal in swimming at the ninth ASEAN Schools Games, which is ongoing in Singapore. Nguyễn Đăng Khoa (left) wins Việt Nam’s first swimming gold at the Singapore ASEAN School Games on Sunday. - VNS Photo Trần Ngọc Tiến The Vietnamese swimmer triumphed in the boys’ 400m individual medley event, as Nguyễn Đăng Khoa came first with a timing of 4 minutes and 34.36 seconds and his teammate Lương Jeremie Loic Nino was second with 4:37.74.  According to their teacher Trần Ngọc Tiến, it was the first time Việt Nam had won a swimming medal at the annual ASG. Athletics has always been Việt Nam’s strong point. They did a good job yesterday with three gold, three silver … [Read more...]

Indonesia's Jababeka Group visited four central localities in Vietnam, namely Danang, Quang Nam, Thua Thien-Hue, and Quang Tri from July 10-13 to seek investment opportunities. Jababeka Group meets with Quang Tri leaders At meetings with local authorities, the visit focused on the possibilities of investing in urban areas, industrial parks (IPs), and modern services in these localities, which are the pioneers of IP development. At a meeting with Quang Tri leaders, Budianto Liman, CEO of Jababeka Group, expressed interest in investing in Dong Nam Economic Zone (EZ), which is offering high incentives. At present, many projects in Dong Nam EZ are awaiting the outcome of the My Thuy International Seaport project, which is still seeking government approval. About 10 projects have been registered in the EZ with a … [Read more...]

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc, his wife and high-ranking Vietnamese delegation successfully concluded their official visits to Germany and the Netherlands at the invitations of Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel and Prime Minister Mark Rutte, from July 5 to 12, and attended the G20 Summit, representing the national status, enhancing the image of Vietnam as a dynamic and responsible partner of the international community. Official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany With 40 activities in the busy agenda from July 5-8, Prime Minister Phuc's visit to Germany resulted in positive bilateral friendship and cooperation between the two countries, especially in economic, trade and investment relations. Prime Minister Phuc held talks with Chancellor Angela Merkel, and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and met with the President of the Federal Council (Senate), the Minister of Economy and … [Read more...]

NDO – The Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development held a conference in Hanoi on July 12, with the aim of strengthening the One Health Cooperation scheme in Vietnam, in line with the National One Health Strategic Plan (OHSP) during 2016-2020 against animal-human transmission. The One Health initiative on the prevention and control of animal-to-human disease, with the participation of 27 domestic and international agencies and organisations, was launched on March 1, 2016, aimed at strengthening coordination in implementing the OHSP in Vietnam. Accordingly, the OHSP provides a five-year plan framework, which aims to improve the capacity of the health system to minimise the impact on human health and other effects caused by animal-to-human transmission. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Vu Van Tam affirmed that the OHSP continues to focus on capacity building on animal-originated disease control, the … [Read more...]

NDO – Vietnamese athlete Bui Thi Thao has won a gold medal in the women’s long jump event at the ongoing 2017 Asian Athletics Championships in Bhubaneswar, India. M. Londa of Indonesia, who is highly renowned in the long jump event, did not attend the championships, therefore, Thao was considered No. 1 among 13 athletes competing. Right from her first jump, Thao achieved an impressive distance of 6.54m and took top position, but was unable to improve her performance due to violations in her next four jumps. In her last attempt, Thao only reached 6.44m. Competition was close after Neeva of India pulled of a jump of 6.54m in her fourth attempt. However, Neeva’s efforts were in vain as she was unable to improve on that. According to the IAAF Athletics Law, Thao was presented with the gold medal as she beat Neeva on the minor index. The bronze medal went to Indian athlete J. Nayana with a jump of 6.42m. This is Thao's third … [Read more...]

5 breathtaking beauties from Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 have graced us with their presence at the VIR office to have a live chat with followers and fans, answering queries and telling us of their experiences. Here is a live report of the questions and answers given by our five beauties - Miss Asia Friendship 2017 Nuttanan Naree (Thailand) - 1st runner up Huynh Thi Yen Nhi (Vietnam) - 2nd runner up Benedicta Heda Mercy Charis (Indonesia) - Top 5 finalist Tinaprit Kaur Dillon Balwant Singh (Malaysia) - Top 10 finalist To Mai Thuy Duong Photo by Huy Pham Bui Duy Khanh (30), businessman Good afternoon, now that the Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 competition is over, what are the most precious … [Read more...]

NDO – Although half the year has already passed, Vietnam’s garment and textile export revenues have only reached a mere US$14.2 billion, accounting for approximately 45% of the year’s plan at more than US$31 billion. As assessed by experts, Vietnam’s garment and textile industry is continuing to face numerous difficulties this year in the context of the world’s declining consumption demand and fiercer competition among exporting countries. Therefore, together with efforts made by businesses in implementing measures to boost exports, it is necessary for ministries and sectors to issue support policies for enterprises. Confronting numerous challenges According to the statistics provided by the Vietnam National Textile and Garment Group (Vinatex), Vietnam’s garment and textile export revenues hit US$14.2 billion in the first six months of 2017, representing an increase of 10.6% compared to the same period last year. The United … [Read more...]

In the first five months of 2017, Vietnam imported 5.57 million tonnes of coal valued at US$ 577.218 million, down 4.7 percent in volume but up 58.3 percent in value. This is the data released at the Vietnam-Indonesia Coal Industry workshop: "Ensuring economic development and energy security", to promote trade and investment between Vietnam and Indonesia, especially in the coal industry. The workshop was organised by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) in cooperation with the Embassy of Indonesia in Vietnam in Hanoi. Indonesia is currently one of the largest import markets for coal in Vietnam. As demand for coal imports grows, Indonesia is considered a potential import market for Vietnam. Mr Ngo Son Hai, Deputy General Director of Electricity of Vietnam (EVN), said that in 2016, the demand for thermal coal of the group was 680,000 tonnes, in 2017 it is expected to be 4.7 million tonnes. This number will increase to about 11 million … [Read more...]

LENGKITI, Indonesia: A teenage boy has married his 73-year-old lover in a remote village on Indonesia's Sumatra, officials said, after the unconventional couple threatened a double suicide if their match was thwarted. 73-year-old Rohaya binti Kiagus Muhammad Jakfar (L) sits with her 15-year-old teenage husband Selamet Riyadi (R) in Baturaja, South Sumatra province. (AFP/STR) The romance began when septuagenarian Rohaya Binti Kiagus Muhammad Jakfar took care of her neighbour Selamet Riyadi, 15, who was suffering from malaria, the local village chief said. "Selamet is too young to marry but we married them anyway because he threatened to commit suicide," village chief Cik Ani, told AFP, adding local officials also wanted them to "avoid the sin of adultery". "Since the boy is an underage, we have decided to carry out … [Read more...]

Five beauties—five representatives of the Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 will take part in an online exchange to talk about their feelings and experiences after the beauty pageant at Vietnam Investment Review headquarters tomorrow. Along with two other contestants, the three most beautiful women of the ASEAN will hold an online exchange at VIR RELATED CONTENTS: Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 contestants hold online exchange in Hanoi Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 grand final: Thai beauty is crowned Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017: A monumental stage for the moment of truth Pageant unveils Phu Yen’s beauty Miss ASEAN … [Read more...]

Leaving the wonderful land of Phu Yen, five beauties from Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 will visit Hanoi, and they will hold an online exchange with fans in the beautiful capital of Vietnam. Five top finalists from Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 will hold an online exchange at the    VIR headquarters at 15 PM on July 7 RELATED CONTENTS: Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017 grand final: Thai beauty is crowned Miss ASEAN Friendship 2017: A monumental stage for the moment of truth Pageant unveils Phu Yen’s beauty From 3 to 4 PM on July 7, 2017 in the Vietnam Investment Review headquarters at 47 Quan Thanh Street the five beauties from Miss ASEAN … [Read more...]

JAKARTA: Eight people were killed after an Indonesian search and rescue helicopter crashed, a senior official said Monday (Jul 3), the latest aviation accident in the country. An Indonesian member of a search and rescue team holds parts of the wreckage of a helicopter that crashed in Temanggung on July 2, 2017. (Photo: AFP/STR) The Indonesian Search and Rescue Agency's helicopter was carrying four rescuers and four Navy crew when it crashed into a cliff in Temanggung in central Java on Sunday. All eight bodies have been recovered from the crash site and identified, the head of the agency, Muhammad Syaugi, told AFP. The chopper was on a mission to oversee the situation in Central Java, where a volcanic crater erupted at the Dieng Plateau on Sunday afternoon. About five people were lightly injured when … [Read more...]

Manufacturing activity in Asia's tech producing economies expanded in June, helped by growing global demand for electronics products, but headwinds in external markets could mean a moderation in growth in the second half of the year. Private sector surveys of manufacturers in Asia showed the factory sectors of China, South Korea, Japan and Taiwan picked up in June, driven largely by a recovery in exports. However, continued declines in energy prices, which weighed on manufacturing activity in Indonesia and Malaysia, could hurt these two economies going forward, analysts say. Meanwhile, in India, sluggish domestic demand offset strong foreign demand and led to a manufacturing slowdown in June. Factory Purchasing Managers' Indexes for India, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam all remained above the 50-mark that separates contraction from expansion on a monthly basis. And all of these indexes, except for Japan and India, rose from the previous month, indicating an … [Read more...]

Viet Nam’s e-commerce may be one of the world’s fastest-growing markets, but the country’s customers are also among the most demanding. Viet Nam’s customers are among the most demanding on e-commerce. - Photo bbqv.org Nielsen has forecast that the Vietnamese e-commerce market will grow 22 per cent this year and 13.2 per cent by 2020. According to the Vietnam E-commerce Association (VECOM), the local e-commerce sector will become a 10-billion-dollar business in the next five years. However, local consumers are also demanding, with many complaints about price, product information and authorisation, which should be addressed by merchants to improve customers’ trust. A research conducted by iPrice and Trusted Company based on more than 30,000 reviews on 5,000 websites in Viet … [Read more...]

The WannaCry ransomware shook the media last month by infecting, encrypting, and ransoming the data of roughly 200,000 victims in 150 countries, in a cyber attack of unprecedented measures, according to EU police body Europol. With the reappearance of the threat at a Honda manufacturing facility in Japan and the emergence of the GoldenEye virus in Ukraine, companies and organisations need to take a long hard look at their cyber defences. WannaCry in May, and now the GoldenEye (Petya) virus calls attention to cyber security (Source: securelist.com) RELATED CONTENTS: Firms scramble to recover from wave of cyberattacks NUS Study: Cybercriminals exploit pirated software to fuel malware infections in … [Read more...]

NDO/VNA – Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Vu Van Dung has handed over the post of Chairman of the ASEAN Committee in Pretoria (APC) to the Indonesia Ambassador. Hosting a meeting of ambassadors of ASEAN countries in South Africa, at the end of his term as APC Chairman, Dung reviewed the committee’s activities over the past six months, including APC meetings, ASEAN Sports and Family Day and golf tournaments for offices of APC military attaches. APC members discussed specific measures to intensify their cooperation, to raise public awareness of ASEAN and to promote relations between the ten-member group and South Africa. Accordingly, the APC will coordinate with the host country to organise a celebration of the 50th founding anniversary of ASEAN on ASEAN Day (August 8) and exchange programmes between the APC and representatives of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). At the same time, the committee will call on businesses to … [Read more...]