The upcoming Vietnam Digital Economy Forum (VDEF) 2018 will include special sessions which focus on Vietnam’s digital economic perspectives, featuring local and international keynote speakers. The VDEF 2018, whose theme is “Challenges and strategic solutions for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,” will take place on Thursday, November 1, at the Rex Hotel in District 1, HCMC. The forum is co-sponsored by the Association of Vietnam Scientists and Experts, and Quang Trung Software City, as well as by the HCMC People’s Committee. Some 20 policy makers and leading experts at home and abroad from the digital economy industry, together with 500 guests from ministries, organizations and enterprises, are expected to join this event. The Fourth Industrial Revolution has been impacting the structures that make up the foundations of the global economy and society. Every day, millions of people benefit from innovative products and … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 1/11
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Woman does not allow handicap to hold her back
Giang’s determination to pursue her passion has inspired many Vietnamese handicapped. Photo courtesy of Lê Hương Giang Viet Nam News No longer being able to see has not affected Lê Hương Giang’s spirits. She changed from being shy to being brave with people as she made her way through secondary school and university. Then, in spite of not having the use of her eyes, she became a speaker at events. Now, Lê Hương Giang works for a television station. By Lương Thu Hương What would you do if one day you lost your sight? Would you choose to lead a secluded life in the darkness or courageously step outside and lead an active life to pursue your passions? For Lê Hương Giang she has chosen the second path. The 23-year-old is now a student at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities pursuing two degrees in psychology and journalism. Giang has a radiant smile and confident … [Read more...] about Woman does not allow handicap to hold her back
BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 20/10
TH Group imports 1,800 more dairy cows from US Vietnamese dairy firm TH True Milk (TH Group) on October 14 received nearly 1,800 dairy cows of 3 or 5-month pregnancy which were inseminated through embryo transfer from US’ high-yield dairy cow Holstein Friesian. This is the largest herd of cows that TH has imported from the US so far. The group’s husbandry experts carefully examined standards related to origin, genealogy, genetic potential, appearance, physical strength, potential for milk production and ability to fight diseases in the tropical region. All individuals in the herd weigh 400-500 kg and are expected to produce 12,000 litres per head each 305 days on average. Milk production from these cows will begin in January 2019. According to Tal Cohen, General Director of the TH Milk Food Joint Stock Company - the management unit of the TH dairy cow farm, TH Group imported 1,300 dairy cows from the US in April 2017 for the first time. It also imported … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 20/10
First Vietnamese sight-impaired MC inspires passion for life
Giang’s determination to pursue her passion has inspired many Vietnamese handicapped. Photo courtesy of Lê Hương Giang Viet Nam News Lê Hương Giang has overcome a disability that left her blind as a sixth grader and is now a popular TV and radio presenter who is shining a light for others. Lương Thu Hương reports. What would you do if one day you lost your sight? Would you choose to lead a secluded life in the darkness or courageously step outside and lead an active life to pursue your passions? For Lê Hương Giang she has chosen the second path. The 23-year-old is now a student at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities pursuing two degrees in psychology and journalism. Giang has a radiant smile and confident appearance, so it’s hard to believe that she is sight impaired. Giang was born with sight in only one eye. Age-related macular degeneration totally took away her light when she was a … [Read more...] about First Vietnamese sight-impaired MC inspires passion for life
BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 3/9
Quang Ninh aims to become leading service centreThe northern coastal province of Quang Ninh has outlined comprehensive measures to attract key projects in trade, aiming to become a leading service centre in the country.Two years ago, local authorities granted approval for a master plan to develop the trade sector by 2025 with a vision towards 2030. The province aimed to increase added value by an average of 12.5 - 13.5 percent during 2016 – 2020, 14.5 - 15.5 percent during 2021 – 2025, and 10 - 11 percent during 2026 – 2030.As part of efforts to lure trade projects, the province has worked to improve transport infrastructure, including projects upgrading the Uong Bi - Ha Long segment in National Road 18, Quang Ninh airport, and Ha Long - Hai Phong expressway. Due attention has been paid to transportation in border areas, facilitating and promoting trade with China via Bac Luan border gate.Besides encouraging local investors to remove bottlenecks and accelerate … [Read more...] about BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 3/9