Illustration photo The third office targets to support Korean firms in line with Seoul’s New Southern Policy of strengthening ties with Southeast Asian countries. The trade agency, which has two offices, one in Ha Noi in the north and one in HCM City in the south, announced that the Da Nang branch will support 50 Korean companies operating in central Viet Nam, including about 20 ones in Da Nang. Viet Nam is the seventh country which has over three KOTRA’s offices. According to KOTRA, the Government of Viet Nam has implemented various projects for the central region, seeking to expand infrastructure such as roads and ports. According to KOTRA, Da Nang also stands out among localities in Viet Nam thanks to its relatively low labor and factory costs. It also has advantages in many different industries, from technology and automotive parts to tourism. Trade turnover between the two countries reached US$1.1 trillion in 2018./. By Kim … [Read more...] about KOTRA opens third branch in Da Nang
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Da Nang seeks water shortage solution
The Cau Do water plant pours fresh water into its system before supplying water to residents in Da Nang. (Photo: VNA) Da Nang (VNS/VNA) – The central city of Da Nang will speed up the construction of key water plants – the Cau Do, Hoa Trung and Hoa Lien – in order to supply 250,000 cubic metres of clean water each day by 2019-2020. The city’s construction department made the announcement on November 15, stating that construction plans have been approved to commence from early 2019. Vo Tan Ha, head of the department’s infrastructure board, said these water plants were designed to ease the shortage of water during the dry season due to high salinity at the Cau Do water plant – the city’s major water supply. Ha said this year’s rainy season witnessed a serious lack of clean water in early November when the salinity in the Cau Do River rose alarmingly from 372mg per litre to 4,374mg per litre. Meanwhile, water discharged from reservoirs … [Read more...] about Da Nang seeks water shortage solution
Da Nang city’s Golden Bridge goes viral
The Cau Vang (Golden Bridge) in the central coastal city of Da Nang (Photo: VNA) Da Nang (VNA) – The Cau Vang (Golden Bridge) in the central coastal city of Da Nang held up by a colossal pair of hands has caught media attention worldwide due to its dazzling design. The UK’s The Guardian called the footbridge part of “a line of weird and wonderful structures around the world”. Cau Vang is among unusual bridges stretching from Iowa to India: “structures that are noteworthy as architectural statements in themselves, rather than accessories for an already popular location,” it wrote on July 30. Meanwhile, the article “Behold Vietnam’s Enchanting Golden Bridge that looks like it’s straight out of wonderland” posted on India Times on July 31 said that “the highlight of this jaw-dropping structure is that it rests on two giant hands.” Also, American Fox News said that the bridge “has attracted tourists from all … [Read more...] about Da Nang city’s Golden Bridge goes viral
Houses damaged by Da Nang – Quang Ngai Highway construction
Hundreds of houses along the Da Nang - Quang Ngai Highway are being damaged by construction on the road. Although the road is due to open in September, many parts remain under construction.-Photo zing.vn In Tinh Ha Commune, Son Tinh District in Quang Ngai Province, more than 250 homes had been affected by the highway. Dinh Thi Kim Anh, a local resident, told the online newspaper zing.vn that steamrollers had caused her house’s foundations to sink. “Many cracks have appeared on the walls. The rainy season is coming and we don’t know if my house will resist storms and floods,” she said. Many households affected by the highway construction said that compensation was too low for them to make repairs. Nguyen Thanh Dinh, deputy head of Tinh Ha Commune People’s Committee, said that the highway investors paid compensation to 151 households of between VND500,000 and 12 million (US$21.5 - 516) each. “There are 100 more houses damaged yet their owners … [Read more...] about Houses damaged by Da Nang – Quang Ngai Highway construction
Bamboo conservation park in Da Nang protects 100 species
VietNamNet Bridge - Located about 10 kilometers northeast of Da Nang center, Son Tra Tinh Vien bamboo reserve contains over 100 bamboo and ivory bamboo species. Son Tra Tinh Vien is open to all visitors Son Tra Tinh Vien is a tranquil garden located in a valley in the Son Tra Peninsula Natural Reserve in Tho Quang ward. Son Tra peninsula is a fragile gem in the sea city of Da Nang. Son Tra is a beautiful peninsula with long, white sandy beaches, picturesque landscapes and primeval forests – a favorite destination point four tourists. The garden has over 10,000 square kilometers of natural forest and over 100 bamboo species. Of these, four are almost considered extinct in Vietnam and listed in the Red Book of Vietnam. These include the Truc den Ha Giang (Phyllostachys nigra Munro); Truc Hoa Long (Phyllostachys); Truc Vuong (Chimonobambusa quadrangularis); Tre Mien Nam (Sirocalamus aff latiflorus McClure). Monk Thich The Tuong was born and grew up in the countryside, … [Read more...] about Bamboo conservation park in Da Nang protects 100 species
Beach widening proposed in Da Nang
Authorities of an administrative area in Da Nang have submitted a proposal to the central city's administration for a seaward beach enlargement aimed at improving the local environment and tourist activity. The reason for the plan is that the ten-kilometer long beach stretching along Nguyen Tat Thanh, the local coastal street, accumulates a large quantity of trash every year, Nguyen Van Tinh, head of the administration of Thanh Khe District, said on Friday. This waste causes pollution, requires high cleaning-up costs and hampers the growth of tourism in the area, he said. The last effect was also mentioned by Nguyen Thanh Quang, secretary of the Thanh Khe District Committee, who said the full tourist potential of the beach has not been realized. He clarified that this coastal interface shrinks considerably in width whenever the tide rises; and despite its length, it is dotted only with more than ninety spots selling sugarcane juice and several hotels. The Da Nang … [Read more...] about Beach widening proposed in Da Nang
Brochure on Da Nang culture issued
Cau Rong (Dragon Bridge) in Da Nang (Photo: VNA) The documents stipulate local norms in families, schools, offices, and the tourism sector. It also focuses on the cultural performance on social networks. Bui Xuan, Deputy Head of the municipal Party Committee's Commission for Communication and Education, said: “Da Nang is located in the center of Vietnam and serves as a gateway to other areas in both Vietnam and the world. If the city’s image is improved, it will help promote the image of Vietnam globally”. … [Read more...] about Brochure on Da Nang culture issued
Great food on a budget in Da Nang (part two)
Take a look at part one of the series for getting an overall view of some other cheap and good eats in this city sitting on the central coast of Vietnam. 1. Continue southward on Tran Phu and you’ll come to Le Hong Phong to the right side, an interesting side street with several good food options. First up is Mì Quảng Ếch at 24-26 Le Hong Phong, which serves mì Quảng pork, chicken, and frog versions for VND 30-50k. 2. Thai Market at number 17 serves Thai food in table-top shabu-shabu style for around VND200k for two people as well as memorable shrimp, clam, and fish cake soup for VND50k. Thai Market has another location at number 4 Tran Quoc Toan, just up from Bach Dang, which serves traditional Thai curries, tom yam, and pad Thai. Just decide which style you prefer and head for the appropriate location! 3. Just along Yen Bai Street from Le Hong Phong is the charming Hội An restaurant with nice wall murals and local decorations. Hội An … [Read more...] about Great food on a budget in Da Nang (part two)
Da Nang, Vietnam Airlines shake hands in tourism, trade promotion
Overview of the signing ceremony (Source: baodautu.vn) Da Nang (VNA) – The central city of Da Nang and the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines signed an agreement on cooperation in tourism, trade and investment promotion on January 9. Under the deal, Da Nang will give support policies to Vietnam Airlines’ flights to the locality, while coordinating with the carrier and travel agencies to promote ticket sales. Meanwhile, Vietnam Airlines will assist Da Nang in hosting national and international cultural, sport and tourism events by giving special preferential policies to passengers flying to Da Nang for tourism and trade promotion activities. Both sides will strengthen advertisement of each other, while working together to build tourism products for Da Nang. Addressing the signing ceremony in the city, Nguyen Ngoc Tuan, Vice Chairman of the Da Nang People’s Committee said that the deal opens new chances for the city to bolster its tourism as well as … [Read more...] about Da Nang, Vietnam Airlines shake hands in tourism, trade promotion
Da Nang’s tourism prospers after APEC 2017
Selected as one of the most attractive destinations in Asia, Da Nang welcomed 6.6 million visitors in 2017, an increase of 1 million from the previous year. Local tourism has seen tremendous opportunities to prosper, especially after the 2017 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week in Da Nang this past November. Visitors to Da Nang are often impressed with the friendliness and honesty of local people, which has contributed significantly to its image of a peaceful and hospitable city. “I myself always try to smile with my customers with the hope of leaving them with a good impression of Da Nang.”, said 58-year-old Tran Dinh Chot, a senior cyclo driver in Da Nang. Endowned with beautiful beaches, Da Nang has attracted many big investors and owners of world-class beach resorts, including Furama, Premier Village, Pullman, and Crowne Plaza among others. According to Nguyen Duc Quynh, Deputy General Director of Furama Resort, Viet Nam’s successful hosting of APEC's … [Read more...] about Da Nang’s tourism prospers after APEC 2017