A beach in Thai Binh Province, northern Vietnam has recently emerged as a new hotspot for photographers in search of stunning scenery thanks to its still water that reflects the morning sun into limitless space. The magnificent beach in Thuy Xuan Commune, Thai Thuy District, Thai Binh Province has been dubbed the 'infinity sea' by locals and netizens thanks to its still water that reflects light like a giant mirror. The beach, which sits approximately 120 kilometers from the heart of Hanoi, can be accessed via motorbike, car, or passenger bus. Locals hunt clams at Thuy Xuan Beach, Thai Thuy District, Thai Binh Province, northern Vietnam. Photo: Doan Ngoc Anh / Tuoi Tre By private car, the best route to the beach is: Hanoi - Hai Phong Highway or National Highway 5B - National Highway 10 - Street 25 - Provincial Road 354 - National Highway 37 - Provincial Road 461 - Thuy Xuan. The best time to visit the beach is during sunrise, meaning visitors should plan to … [Read more...] about Introducing ‘infinity sea’ in Thai Binh Province, northern Vietnam
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Central province preserving Pho Khanh pottery craft
The skilled hands of its artisans have secured a place for Pho Khanh pottery products in the hearts of customers . The sharp focus and meticulousness of the artisans are prerequisites for creating fine rustic pottery products. There was a time when the pottery of Pho Khanh commune seemed on the verge of disappearing. Customers had begun to prefer luxurious and modern pottery products rather than rustic items, which had a critical impact on prices and the market. Some artisans decided to find other jobs to earn a living. Local authorities are urged to find stable markets for the pottery and introduce appropriate policies to develop human resources and support preservation efforts. It is also necessary for Pho Khanh to diversify its product offerings while retaining the unique features of its pottery./. VNA … [Read more...] about Central province preserving Pho Khanh pottery craft
The Moffatts shoots video to promote the beauty of Vietnam
Members of Canadian pop/rock country band The Moffatts shot a music video in Sa Pa, a favourite destination in northern Vietnam. (Photo courtesy of HAY Glamping Music Festival) Hanoi (VNA) – Canadian pop/rock band The Moffatts has visited Sa Pa , a famous tourist destination in the northern province of Lao Cai about 320 kilometres from Hanoi, and shot a music video to promote tourism . The band will shoot four music videos at four famous destinations in Vietnam. Vietnam is a very beautiful country with delicious food and friendly people, it said. With this project, the group expressed their wish to promote the beauty of Vietnam through a trip with HAY FEST. The band will shoot four music videos at four famous destination s in Vietnam. (Photo courtesy of HAY Glamping Music Festival) Formed in 1990, the band consists of Scott Moffatt and his brothers Clint, Bob and Dave, who are triplets. VNA … [Read more...] about The Moffatts shoots video to promote the beauty of Vietnam
Japanese association presents gifts to AO victims in Ninh Binh
At the event. (Photo: VNA) Ninh Binh (VNA) – Representatives of the Association of Japanese in love with Vietnam visited and presented gifts to 10 poor Agent Orange victims, each worth 2.5 million VND (108 USD) and 5kg of rice, in the northern province of Ninh Binh on August 18. It was the 11th year the association has stood by the side of local AO victims. On the occasion, the charity group RevivAll from the United Nation International School of Hanoi (UNIS) granted 45 million VND to disadvantaged families of AO victims for house repair in the locality. Since 2002, the association has organised 1-2 trips to Vietnam each year to learn about the consequences of the chemical war staged by the US forces and share sympathies with AO victims living in need. Ninh Binh now has 7,073 AO victims, over 5,200 of them enjoy monthly State allowances. On the occasion of the 61st anniversary of the AO disaster in Vietnam and the Day for AO Victims (August 10), the … [Read more...] about Japanese association presents gifts to AO victims in Ninh Binh
Thua Thien Hue, ADB sign MoU for inclusive, sustainable economic development
This is a framework cooperation oriented-agreement, aiming to assist Thua Thien Hue to achieve socio-economic development goals for the 2021-2025 period, thus addressing challenges facing of the local economy by digital technology, and speeding up digital economy and digital society. The MoU covers contents related to cooperation orientation principles; goals and areas of cooperation; establishment of foundation for strategic dialogue; development of joint action plans for projects; sharing knowledge, ideas and experience and engaging in dialogues with stakeholders. Under the MoU, the ADB will give periodic consultations to the local authorities within the framework of the national program between the Ministry of Planning and Investment, the Ministry of Finance and relevant ministries and sectors. The ADB will help Thua Thien Hue effectively implement projects using the bank’s capital; and identify potential projects on urban transport infrastructure, climate change adaptation, … [Read more...] about Thua Thien Hue, ADB sign MoU for inclusive, sustainable economic development
Petrovietnam eyes $18.5 bln refinery
The project, to be located in Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province, will be developed in two phases, with 70 percent of funding needed in the first, the state-owned company said in a proposal. If approved, this will be the third oil refinery in Vietnam. Vietnam is set to record a shortage of 19.5 million tons of fuel annually from 2030 and 49 million from 2045, Petrovietnam forecast. Domestic consumption is now at 18 million tons a year and will reach 33 million by 2030, but two existing refineries, Dung Quat and Nghi Son, will only be able to produce at most 13.5 million tons by 2025, it said. Vietnam's current fuel reserve is as low as 5-7 days of consumption, which means it must be dependent on imports, it added. As the country has been spending billions of U.S. dollars annually to import fuel, an additional oil refinery and storage complex is necessary, Petrovietnam said. Ba Ria – Vung Tau is suggested because the southern region consumes the most fuel in the nation at 45 percent … [Read more...] about Petrovietnam eyes $18.5 bln refinery