CAAV asks Lao Cai to reconsider airport projectThe Saigon Times Daily HCMC – In response to a proposal by the Lao Cai provincial government for building the VND5.8-trillion Sapa Airport, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has requested the locality to thoroughly study the necessity and efficiency of the project, reported the local media. According to CAAV deputy head Vo Huy Cuong, the local authorities should carefully weigh the impact of other means of transport, along with the province’s economic development orientation and tourism prior to preparing a plan for building the airport. Cuong stressed that building an airport is a legitimate aspiration for any locality; however, its feasibility must be mulled seriously, regardless of whether the project is backed by private or state funding. Cuong cited the examples of South Korea and Taiwan, noting that the two have fewer airports than Vietnam but their operations still lack efficiency. This is compensated by … [Read more...] about CAAV asks Lao Cai to reconsider airport project
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Exhibition on sea, islands and navy soldiers in Lao Cai province
Representatives at the exhibition (Source: CPV)Accordingly, 300 photos, 16 maps and diagrams and 100 objects on sea, islands and navy soldiers as well as Lao Cai province’s efforts in socio-economic development, national security and defence and protection of national sovereignty. The event contributed to help cadres, soldiers and people understand more about position, role and importance of sea and islands in the cause of national construction and defence; sympathize and believe in Vietnam people’s navy in performing their tasks, protecting sovereignty over sea and continental shelf of the motherland./. Compiled by BTA … [Read more...] about Exhibition on sea, islands and navy soldiers in Lao Cai province
Lao Cai boosts farm produce trade with China’s Yunnan
15:09 | 14/07/2018 VGP - A conference was organized in the northern border province of Lao Cai on July 13 to seek ways to promote the import-export of farm produce, fruits, and aquatic products between Lao Cai and China’s Yunnan province. The conference aimed at helping Vietnamese localities and firms update information on the Chinese market and customs policies for these products at a pair of international border crossings in Lao Cai and Hekou in China. Vu Ba Phu, Director of the Department of Trade Promotion under the Ministry of Industry and Trade, said Viet Nam holds substantial potential in its agro-aquatic products and fruits, supplying the demand of both domestic and international markets, including China. Lao Cai, located at the centre of the North-South Corridor in the Greater Mekong region, connects Vietnam with Yunnan province and the southwest region of China. In the first six months of 2018, the value of import-export via Lao Cai exceeded US$1.55 billion, up 29% … [Read more...] about Lao Cai boosts farm produce trade with China’s Yunnan
Lao Cai proposes airport in Sapa resort town
Visitors to the Sun World Fansipan Legend tourist site in Sapa (Photo: baolaocai.vn) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The People’s Committee of the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai has proposed the Ministry of Transport construct an airport in Sapa with total capital investment of nearly 5.8 trillion VND (252 million USD). According to the plan, Sapa Airport will be used for both commercial and military purposes, therefore, it should be built as soon as possible. The airport will be located in Cam Con commune, Bao Yen district, on an area of 371ha. The construction of Sapa Airport will be divided into two phases. In the first phase, expected to begin before 2020, the airport targets a capacity of 560,000 passengers and 600 tonnes of cargo per year. Aircraft, including A320, A321 and equivalent, will be able to land in two locations. Total investment for the first phase is estimated at about 4.7 trillion VND (including site clearance cost of the whole project). … [Read more...] about Lao Cai proposes airport in Sapa resort town
Nearly 3,000 book titles donated to poor children in Lao Cai
At the book festival in Ha Giang province (Photo: VNA) Lao Cai (VNA) – Nearly 3,000 book titles have been donated to impoverished children in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang at a book festival on April 12. The event was held by the provincial library and the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, themed “Books- Partners for the Future” in response to Vietnam Book Day. Other activities held within the festival included painting and story-telling in Vietnamese and English. The event helped local students exchange information through books while honouring the roles of books and reading culture. On the occasion, ten students with excellent performance in study who are also standout members of the local library received certificates of merit from the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism.-VNA … [Read more...] about Nearly 3,000 book titles donated to poor children in Lao Cai