At the 26th Vietnam International Medical, Hospital and Pharmaceutical Exhibition (Photo: VietnamPlus) Hanoi (VNA) - The 26th Vietnam International Medical, Hospital and Pharmaceutical Exhibition (Vietnam Medipharm Expo) opened in Hanoi on December 5, attracting 180 exhibitors from 18 countries and territories. Among firms participating are those from Belarus, Germany, Russia, the Czech Republic, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, the United States, the Republic of Korea, Japan, China, India, Poland, Malaysia and Pakistan. The exhibitors showcase advanced medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, and various beauty care products at 220 booths. Nguyen Dinh Anh from the Health Ministry said the exhibition is an opportunity for domestic and foreign pharmaceuticals businesses to meet and share learn, helping attract investment in Vietnam as well as a chance for domestic firms to seek partners and expand their markets. Within the framework of the event, many seminars and business matching events … [Read more...] about Vietnam Medipharm Expo opens in Hanoi
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Experts of Vietnam, Russia discuss cooperation in economic globalisation
President of the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS) Prof Dr Nguyen Quang Thuan at the event (Photo: VNA) Moscow (VNA) – A delegation led by President of the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS) Prof Dr Nguyen Quang Thuan attended an international symposium on Vietnam-Russia cooperation in Russia on June 4. The event, part of activities in the Vietnam Year in Russia and the Russia Year in Vietnam, was organised by the Institute of Economy under the Russian Academy of Sciences. Reports at the symposium analysed impacts of international situations and globalisation on the economies of Vietnam and Russia and compared the development models of the two nations. They also commented on Vietnam-Russia cooperation potential in the 21st century and within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union - Vietnam free trade agreement. Participants said that as a scientific-technological power, Russia should bolster its science-technology strengths in the Vietnamese market … [Read more...] about Experts of Vietnam, Russia discuss cooperation in economic globalisation
Vietnam defeat hosts Philippines to set up SEA Games women’s football final with Thailand
Vietnam defeated hosts Philippines 2-0 on Thursday night to advance to the final in women’s football, where they will clash with archrivals Thailand, at the ongoing 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. The defending champions dominated the game from kick-off, but only managed to score goals in the second half. In the fourth minute, Vietnamese midfielder Nguyen Thi Binh Thuy penetrated the penalty area and aimed for the far corner, only to miss the post. Nine minutes later, Nguyen Thi Tuyet Dung delivered a volley just outside the box but her goal was denied by a remarkable save from Filipina goalie Inna Palacios. The Philippines’ first clear opportunity came 26 minutes into the game, when their star forward Sarina Bolden broke free from a Vietnamese defender to face goalkeeper Tran Thi Kim Thanh in a one-on-one situation, but she couldn’t send the ball past the opposing goalie. Another chance was awarded to Vietnam in the 34th minute, but forwards Pham Hai Yen and … [Read more...] about Vietnam defeat hosts Philippines to set up SEA Games women’s football final with Thailand
Vietnam U-22 send Thailand U-22 packing; four more golds for VN at SEA Games
Home Vietnam U-22 send Thailand U-22 packing; four more golds for VN at SEA Games By Vu Duc Thursday, Dec 5, 2019,19:24 (GMT+7) Vietnam U-22 send Thailand U-22 packing; four more golds for VN at SEA GamesBy Vu Duc Vietnam’s striker Nguyen Tien Linh celebrates scoring in the SEA Games final match in group stage against Thailand in the Philippines today, December 5 - Photo: VNA HCMC – The Vietnam U-22 football squad cruised through the semifinals in the SEA Games even though they suffered a shocking start in the final game in the group stage in the Philippines today, December 5. Vietnam came from behind in the first 11 minutes of the showdown to draw 2-2 with archrivals Thailand U-22. Vietnam played aggressively but Thailand put pressure on their opponents from the start. The Thais had some real scoring opportunities in the very first minutes and striker Supachai surprisingly opened the score for Thailand … [Read more...] about Vietnam U-22 send Thailand U-22 packing; four more golds for VN at SEA Games
HCM City steps up cooperation with JICA
Secretary of the HCM City Party’s Committee Nguyen Thien Nhan (R) and JICA President Shinichi Kitaoka At the reception, Nhan spoke highly of JICA’s assistance in promoting Vietnam’s economic growth and enhancing its international competitiveness through policy support, infrastructure development and State administration improvement. JICA has supported HCM City in projects on urban planning, environmental protection and improvement of people’s living conditions, thus contributing to fostering the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Japan, he said. The municipal leader revealed that the city is facing numerous opportunities and challenges in its current development, especially climate change that affects local environment and causes flooding amid degrading technical infrastructure. To solve this problem, HCM City has been building water drainage systems and tide prevention sewers, he said, adding that the city wants to receive JICA support in … [Read more...] about HCM City steps up cooperation with JICA