By 2030, the income per capita of people from ethnic minority groups is hoped to be raised to half of the national average. The programme also aims to cut the number of poor households to less than 10 per cent of the total number of households, with no hamlets or communes in extremely difficult conditions and 70 per cent of communes in ethnic minority and mountainous areas meeting new rural area criteria. … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS JANUARY 16
Bodhai short film
Striving towards a Government serving the people: Minister
Pressure is a matter-of-fact thing. The Government’s leader has on many occasions called for transparency and elimination of petty corruption at all levels – so that’s the order and it has to be observed, meaning that not just the Government Office but all ministries and local authorities will have to be part of the efforts to reform. I’d say that the pressure has been reduced quite a lot compared to the beginning of the term, now that the efforts to reform have been more widespread. … [Read more...] about Striving towards a Government serving the people: Minister
Vietnam – a responsible member of international human rights conventions
Vietnam also defended the National Report on the Implementation of the Convention on Civil and Political Rights, one of the conventions considered "difficult" and attracting international attention. The session was held successfully in the spirit of frank communication. Vietnam clearly responded with strong arguments about its human rights laws and policies, as well as the practical implementation of its obligations under the Convention. Vietnam also provided information to help Convention Committee members better understand the real situation of Vietnam, especially as some members still have access to unofficial and unverified information. … [Read more...] about Vietnam – a responsible member of international human rights conventions
Ministry of Information and Communications strives to contribute to protecting children’s rights in cyberspace
In the digital age, social networks contain huge information and are very useful for those who know how to exploit it. Prohibiting children from participating in cyberspace has limited children's opportunities to access information and knowledge. Instead, on the one hand, it is necessary to equip children with knowledge and skills to use safety networks, at the same time the government needs to strengthen other protection solutions. … [Read more...] about Ministry of Information and Communications strives to contribute to protecting children’s rights in cyberspace
Exploring the Vietnam Air Defense – Air Force Museum
Silent heroes behind the victory of Quyet Thang Squadron The bombing over Tan Son Nhat Airport, the airbase of the Sai Gon administration, by Quyết Thắng Squadron on April 28, 1975, was a glorious victory of the Vietnam People’s Air Force and helped accelerate the collapse … [Read more...] about Exploring the Vietnam Air Defense – Air Force Museum