“Tài tử music is considered the prototype for vọng cổ (nostalgic tunes) and cải lương (reformed opera) of southern Việt Nam. It began more than 100 years ago and was recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2013.” … [Read more...] about HCM City offers cultural activities for Tết
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Việt Nam achieves poverty reduction goals
The success in Sín Thầu had a ripple effect. Local residents in other localities including Nậm Pồ, Mường Chà, Ðiện Biên, Tuần Giáo and Tủa Chùa started planting this species and earned income. … [Read more...] about Việt Nam achieves poverty reduction goals
Hanoi promotes science and technology in agricultural production
According to Duong Thi Hang, vice president of the Hanoi Farmers’ Association, in the 2015-2020 period, there were 3,200 farming households in Hanoi achieving the title of good producers and businesspeople thanks to the application of science and technology. … [Read more...] about Hanoi promotes science and technology in agricultural production
PNJ profit surpasses 21 per cent target
According to Forbes Vietnam, PNJ’s brand value in 2020 reached $94.1 million, an increase of $15.5 million compared to the 2019 review period, up three grades to 21. It continued to maintain its No. 1 position in the personal consumer goods industry. — VNS … [Read more...] about PNJ profit surpasses 21 per cent target
US shares experience in environmental management
Hanoi (VNA) – The US’s experience in environmental management and air quality control in Vietnam were touched upon at a seminar in Hanoi on January 25. The event, themed “Solving the air quality crisis: from the US to Vietnam,” was jointly held by the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the environmental protection agency under the Hanoi Department of Natural Resources and Environment, and Live & Learn Centre. Dr. Le Bich Thuy from the Hanoi University of Science and Technology pointed out the harmful impact of air pollution on human health and life, and called for joint efforts to find suitable measures to tackle the problem. Le Thanh Thuy, from the environmental protection agency, said given environmental challenges, Hanoi has increased investments in waste control and treatment. Eric Wolvovsky, an expert from the US Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, introduced the US’s adequate and strict policies and laws on environmental … [Read more...] about US shares experience in environmental management
