This is the 13th year the club has organised a vote to recognise and honour scientists' contribution to the country's socio-economic development. The events are selected in the following areas: policies and mechanisms, natural sciences, applied research, international integration, social sciences and humanities, and honouring scientists. Participating in the poll were more than 40 journalists from over 20 central and local mass media agencies in the field of science and technology, in addition to the evaluation from prestigious scientists. The following are 10 prominent scientific and technological events of Vietnam in 2018. The Vietnamese digitised knowledge system officially operated: On January 1, 2018, the "Vietnamese Digitised Knowledge System" project was launched under the chair of Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam. The system has been set up to promote an integrated knowledge system in all areas, aimed at facilitating everyone to study and master knowledge, while enhancing their … [Read more...] about Top ten outstanding scientific and technological events of Vietnam in 2018
Visit vietnam in october
Discovery channel names Hue among five must-visit places in Southeast Asia
Hue was the seat of the Nguyen Dynasty which ruled the country from 1802 until the end of the feudal era in 1945. Located on Vietnam’s central coast, Hue proceeds at a leisurely pace unlike Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. "It is home to the glories of Vietnam’s feudal past with its Imperial Citadel and royal tombs that have made it a top tourist destination for years," says Discovery DCODE, which belongs to Discovery Channel. The Imperial Citadel at night. Photo by Shutterstocks/Khanh Nguyen It’s best to enjoy an authentic Vietnamese dinner while cruising down the iconic Perfume River, Discovery DCODE recommends. "The chilly winter weather can also be a pleasant break from the usual sweltering Southeast Asian heat." The four other regional destinations in the list are Hsipaw in Myanmar, Camiguin in the Philippines, Sihanoukville in Cambodia, and Nan in Thailand. Last October The Travel, a respected Canadian publication, had included Hue in the list of 20 … [Read more...] about Discovery channel names Hue among five must-visit places in Southeast Asia
Cosmopolitan magazine lists 19 places to visit in Vietnam in 2019
The Hanoitimes - Vietnam is rich in natural beauty, culture and history. While it’s similar to the Philippines in many ways, having a well-researched itinerary will save you from boring tourist activities, and give you a memorable experience you won’t get anywhere else. Cosmopolitan, an international magazine for women, has picked up 19 places to visit in Vietnam in 2019, to help you figure out how to get the most out of your next trip to the S-shaped country. Cosmopolitan magazine lists 19 places to visit in Vietnam in 2019. Pauline Lacanilao, a writer from Cosmopolitan magazine named Saigon Opera House the number one location among the 19 places to visit in Vietnam in 2019. “Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, has a lot to offer in the way of historical and cultural sites. So even if you aren’t interested in watching a show here, it’s still worth stopping by as you explore downtown Saigon,” Pauline Lacanilao wrote. Ranking the … [Read more...] about Cosmopolitan magazine lists 19 places to visit in Vietnam in 2019
Cuban President of State Council to visit Vietnam in November
President of the Council of State and Council of Ministers of Cuba Miguel Diaz Canel Bermudez (Source: AFP) Havana (VNA) – President of the Council of State and Council of Ministers of Cuba Miguel Diaz Canel Bermudez will pay an official visit to Vietnam from November 8-11, Director General of Bilateral Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Emilio Lozada told a special press conference on October 29. During the stay, the Cuban leader will meet bilaterally with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President Nguyen Phu Trong, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan, and join other activities. One of the highlights in the agenda will be a new trade agreement between the two countries, which is expected to lift two-way trade, he said. Vietnam is now the second largest trade partner of Cuba in Asia and the Oceania. During the foreign trip from November 1-12, Miguel Diaz Canel … [Read more...] about Cuban President of State Council to visit Vietnam in November
Deputy PM visits Embassy in Italy
Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh (standing) visits the Vietnamese Embassy in Italy. (Photo: VNA) Rome (VNA) – Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh and a delegation of the Vietnamese Government on October 20 visited priests and practitioners at the Phat Diem guest house in Rome within the framework of their visit to Vatican from October 18-20. They also had a meeting with the staff of the Vietnamese Embassy, representatives of the Vietnamese community and the association of Vietnamese businesspeople in Italy. Ambassador Cao Chinh Thien reported to Deputy PM Binh on the Vietnam – Italy relations over the recent past, the work by the Embassy as well as the situation of the Vietnamese community in the host country. The diplomat held that the Vietnam – Italy strategic partnership, since its establishment in 2013, has reaped positive progress in all fields, from economy, politics to culture, education and tourism. Deputy PM Binh briefed the … [Read more...] about Deputy PM visits Embassy in Italy