Maritime security

The 14th Shangri-La Dialogue ended in Singapore on May 31 with a message that dialogue is needed to build trust and transparency. German Defence Minister Ursula von der Layen said this is the first time German has joined the dialogue, which gives the country an opportunity to exchange experience and learn from other countries. She highlighted that transparency and trust building is key to cooperation, adding that together with security structure and mutual benefit they are the pillars for successful partnership. Sharing Layen’s opinion, New Zealand Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee said his country attaches much importance to the maintenance of peace, stability and prosperity in the region. Therefore, New Zealand wishes to engage more closely in regional security structure through bilateral and multilateral dialogues at all levels, he said. He also expressed concern on tension-causing acts on the East Sea, stressing that his country is willing to join hands in … [Read more...] about 14th Shangri-La Dialogue: dialogue to build trust, transparency

Hanoi (VNA) – Tourists visiting Hue monuments in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue sharply fell to over 1 million last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in revenue of more than 106 billion VND (4.6 million USD), down 72.62 percent year on year.Hue Monuments Conservation Centre on January 17. … [Read more...] about Tourist arrivals to Hue monuments slump in 2020

And with the international and regional situation remaining complicated and unpredictable in 2021, businesses and investors are changing their way of thinking and taking more drastic action to overcome the difficulties. As a result, more efforts have been made to improve mobilisation and efficient use of resources. As such, according to industry insiders, a reasonable M&A strategy could be a key tool for businesses to conquer the hardship and thrive in a new normal. … [Read more...] about Long-term development commitments realised through strategic M&A moves

Previously, Bui Trung Kien, deputy general director of Ho Chi Minh City Electricity Corporation (EVNHCMC) said: “So far, industrial and commercial rooftop PV systems’ capacity in Ho Chi Minh City has reached nearly 70MWp. Assessments show a potential generation capacity of nearly 1,500MWp, which means the room for solar power development in Ho Chi Minh City is huge. According to EVNHCMC, there were 8,762 grid-connected rooftop solar power systems in the city in 2020, including the residential sector.” … [Read more...] about New energy renewable and efficiency model applied at Tan Son Nhat Airport

Hanoi (VNA) – Joint efforts have been made to prepare for the upcoming elections, heard a meeting of the National Election Council (NEC) in Hanoi on January 18. It was reported at the second meeting of the NEC that the council has joined hands with the NA Standing Board, the Government and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee in the preparation work. As of January 14, the issuance of documents regarding the elections of deputies to the 15th legislature, and all-level People’s Councils for the 2021-2026 tenure has been completed. Efforts have been made to ensure security and safety for the elections, according to chief of the office of the NEC Nguyen Hanh Phuc. Meanwhile, election committees have been set up swiftly in localities. The council agreed that an online national conference implementing the election work will take place on January 21. NA Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, also chair of the NEC, asked the council’s sub-committees and office to … [Read more...] about Preparations underway for upcoming elections