An officer (left) interviews villager Rin Meta during the national population census which began on March 3 (Source: phnompenhpost.com) Phnom Penh (VNA) - Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen has called on Cambodians to take part a national census from March 3-13 by providing accurate information for officers so as to obtain correct national statistics for the country’s development. This is the first time the census has been conducted from the State budget after Cambodia was categorised as a lower middle-income country. The most recent census was carried out in 2008. On March 2, Minister of Interior Sar Kheng also called upon every citizen to participate in the census. For foreigners who are immigrants and non-immigrants living in Cambodia, he said questions have been prepared in various languages. This will provide the exact number of foreigners of all nationalities who are living in the Cambodian territory, he said. According to the National Statistics Institute at the … [Read more...] about Cambodia conducts national census after 11 years
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On Heritage Day, an opportunity to look back to the future…
On Vietnam Heritage Day, we should not reflect on solely the past but it is also necessary to look to future heritages which are being created today so as to be cautious in all of our actions. The entrance gate leading to Duong Lam village on the outskirts of Hanoi A French diplomat with a passionate love for the beauty of Hanoi once said one of the things that impressed him most were the blocks of flats built about half a century ago. He wished that some of them would be preserved as museums even when they were almost certainly destined for renovation. The diplomat’s suggestion came as some surprise to me when old apartment blocks are what the whole society are trying to escape from, so why keep them? But now when I look at them from a farther viewpoint, I come to realise that any community will undergo different periods of development and those buildings are a part of history, of Hanoians and the heritage of Hanoi’s urban landscape. Hanoians were once proud of … [Read more...] about On Heritage Day, an opportunity to look back to the future…
Breast Cancer Network to host Pink Hat Day for patients
Breast Cancer Network to host Pink Hat Day for patientsThe Saigon Times Daily People attend BCNV’s Pink Party on May 20, 2018, which aims at raising funds for needy breast cancer patients. BCNV will hold another event for breast cancer patients called The Pink Hat Day late this month - PHOTO: COURTESY OF BCNV HCMC - Breast Cancer Network Vietnam (BCNV) will host The Pink Hat Day to support breast cancer patients at Crescent Mall in District 7 of HCMC on October 28. The event aims to maintain the strong connection among the breast cancer patients and help people share and understand about breast cancer. With the theme "Yoga warrior - Be a warrior, not a worrier", the event promotes yoga as one of the most useful methods in cancer treatment, which helps patients become more optimistic and happier. Researchers at the King’s College Hospital London explored the differences between optimistic patients and hopeless ones. In a group of 54 breast cancer patients, any … [Read more...] about Breast Cancer Network to host Pink Hat Day for patients
PM agrees Ha Noi to host SEA Games 31, Para Games 11
Illustration photo The PM has assigned the Party Committee of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) to report to the Politburo this month for permission before sending an official notice to the SEA Games Federation. After the Politburo agrees in principle, Ha Noi’s People’s Committee will closely coordinate with the MCST and relevant ministries, agencies and localities to set up a plan on the organization of SEA Games 31 and Para Games 11 in a thrifty, safe, effective and successful manner. According to the alternative order, Cambodia will organize the SEA Games 31 by 2021 and Viet Nam will host the SEA Games by 2023. However, Cambodia suggested and was approved by the South East Asian Games Federation (SEAGF) to chair the SEA Games 32 by 2023. The SEAGF sent a letter to Viet Nam to announce that the SEAGF will grant Viet Nam the right to host the SEA Games 31 by 2021. Based on the opinion … [Read more...] about PM agrees Ha Noi to host SEA Games 31, Para Games 11
PM approves of Hà Nội’s hosting SEA Games 31 and Para Games 11
Kicker: The arial view of Mỹ Đình Stadium, which will be upgraded to serve SEA Games 31 and Para Games 11 to be held in Hà Nội in 2021. — Photo phapluatxahoi.vnViet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has approved Hà Nội’s hosting of the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) and the 11th ASEAN Para Games (Para Games 11) in 2021. Previously, the capital hosted the SEA Games 22 in 2003, the Asian Indoor Games in 2009 and several other big international sporting events. To ensure preparations are implemented effectively, the PM assigned the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) to submit reports to the Politburo in July for consultation on the guidelines of hosting the events. Upon the Politburo’s agreement on the guidelines, the People’s Committee of Hà Nội will assume prime responsibility and work with the ministry as well as related … [Read more...] about PM approves of Hà Nội’s hosting SEA Games 31 and Para Games 11
Nadal wins 11th French Open despite late injury scare
Rafael Nadal claimed an 11th French Open title on Sunday (Jun 10) with a 6-4, 6-3, 6-2 demolition of Dominic Thiem despite a worrying injury scare in the closing stages of the final. Spain's Rafael Nadal returns the ball to Austria's Dominic Thiem during the men's singles final match of The Roland Garros 2018 French Open tennis tournament. (Christophe ARCHAMBAULT/AFP) The 32-year-old world number one now has 17 Grand Slam titles, just three behind great rival Roger Federer. Nadal endured a nervy conclusion to the final, however, when he needed treatment in the fourth game of the third set for a finger injury before sealing victory on a fifth match point when Thiem fired a backhand long. "It's really incredible. I played a great match against a great player," said Nadal. "I had tough moment in the third set with cramps in my hand. I was very scared but that's sport - it was very humid. "To win 11 times here - it's fantastic and not something I ever dreamed of." Nadal joins … [Read more...] about Nadal wins 11th French Open despite late injury scare
Thousands say farewell to late Vietnamese premier Phan Van Khai
Following a two-day state funeral, the celebration of life for the former Vietnamese leader commenced at 7:30 am on Thursday when his body was carried back to his home in Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City. According to the funeral committee, more than 2,000 delegations representing groups from across the nation attended the formal ceremony on Tuesday and Wednesday. General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Nguyen Phu Trong read a glowing eulogy praising Khai’s achievements to thousands gathering at the Reunification Palace. Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong reads the eulogy at the celebration of life of late PM Phan Van Khai. Photo: Tuoi Tre “Phan Van Khai was an excellent leader of the Vietnamese Party, state, and people. He dedicated his whole life to the country’s independence, freedom, and happiness,” General Secretary Trong remarked. “He displayed absolute loyalty and was an example of integrity, impartiality, and morality. He was … [Read more...] about Thousands say farewell to late Vietnamese premier Phan Van Khai
11.1 percent of flights delayed, cancelled in January
As many as 2,665 flights, or 11.1 percent, were delayed or cancelled in January, a positive sign reflecting recent efforts of the aviation industry to improve the flight punctuality, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV). 11.1 percent of flights delayed, cancelled in January Four domestic airlines – Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, Jetstar Pacific and Vasco – operated a total of 24,094 flights during January, including 21,429 on-time ones, or 88.9 percent. Vietnam Air Services Company (VASCO), a low-cost airline of the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines, was the best performer in terms of punctuality during the month with 1,145 out of 1,166 flights being on time, or 98.2 percent. Vietnam Airlines came right after with 9,657 on-time flights, or 90.4 percent of the total 10,681 flights. Meanwhile, budget Jetstar Pacific led in flight cancellations and delays with 440 out of 2,976 flights being late or cancelled in January, representing 14.8 … [Read more...] about 11.1 percent of flights delayed, cancelled in January
Market rises for second straight day
Market rises for second straight dayphuong thao By Phuong Thao - The Saigon Times Daily HCMC – Stocks extended gains for a second straight session on Thursday on news about a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) launch with implications for some local stocks, lifting the VN-Index up 3.01 points, or 0.78%, from a day earlier to close at 391.36. The market opened in positive territory and added gains before breaking down and falling into the red at the end of the morning session. In the afternoon, the market saw listless trading before a late rally saw the index end several points in the black. Liquidity on the Hochiminh Stock Exchange sharply improved as there were 37.2 million shares worth VND702 billion traded, surging by 15% and 80% against the previous day respectively. However, the turnover number was a bit skewed with large transaction blocks of HAG and VIC accounting for 30% of total value. There were 153 stocks rising and 93 others falling, with 48 stocks going up to the ceiling … [Read more...] about Market rises for second straight day
11 killed, 25 wounded in Kabul suicide attack
A suicide attacker blew himself up near a crowd of police and protesters in Kabul Thursday, killing at least 11 people and wounding 25 others, officials said, in the latest deadly violence to rock the Afghan capital. The attack happened during a protest against the death of a shopkeeper in a police operation targeting alcohol bootleggers, an unnamed official said. "A suicide attacker has detonated himself... close to a number of police who were trying to provide security for an ongoing protest," deputy interior ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi told AFP. Health ministry spokesman Wahid Majroh told AFP that 11 bodies had been taken to hospitals around the city along with 25 wounded, adding that that the toll could rise. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility for the attack via its Amaq propaganda agency, according to the SITE intelligence group, which monitors jihadist networks. Kabul police spokesman Basir Mujahid said the suicide bomber had targeted police officers, five of … [Read more...] about 11 killed, 25 wounded in Kabul suicide attack