Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Over seven per cent of the population aged two years and older, or around 6.2 million people in Việt Nam, have a disability, according to the first National Survey on People with Disabilities which was launched in Hà Nội yesterday. Conducted by the General Statistics Office (GSO) in 2016 and 2017 with UNICEF’s technical assistance, this survey marked the first time that Việt Nam has undertaken a large-scale survey using tools based on international standards on disability measurement. “The purpose of the survey was to assess the disability status of the population, and to evaluate their socioeconomic conditions to inform evidence-based planning and policies for improving the lives of adults and children with disabilities in Việt Nam,” said GSO Deputy Director Vũ Thanh Liêm. The survey found that disability is both a cause and a consequence of poverty. Findings from the survey show … [Read more...] about VN launches first national disability survey
Disability services act
Some 6.2 million Vietnamese are disabled: national survey
A gathering of people with disabilities in Ninh Binh. Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – People with disabilities account for 2 percent of Vietnam’s population from the age of two upwards, equaling approximately 6.2 million people, according to a national survey released on January 11. The survey is the first of its kind carried out on such a large scale using international tools, including one specially designed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the Washington Group on Disability Statistics to examine child functioning. The General Statistics Office, with technical support from UNICEF, ran the survey for two years in 2016 and 2017. Accordingly, 13 percent of the Vietnamese population, or close to 12 million people, lived in households with disabled members. The rate was forecast to rise in the context of an aging population. Despite the fact that people with disabilities are subject to favourable health insurance policies, only 2.3 … [Read more...] about Some 6.2 million Vietnamese are disabled: national survey
Building excellence and responsibility in Vietnam
Despite many ups and downs on the Vietnamese real estate market, Singaporean developer CapitaLand has perfectly navigated the headwinds, gradually building trust among local consumers alongside active engagement into philanthropic activities to bring benefits to local community. CapitaLand was named “Best Developer in Vietnam” As one of Asia’s largest real estate developers, CapitaLand has been established in Vietnam for 24 years, ever since the country launched its doi moi policy to attract foreign investors. In the words of the company’s CEO Chen Lian Pang, the Vietnamese real estate market proves very up and coming, leveraging the country’s young population, swift urbanisation speed, and huge demand for housing. Looking back on CapitaLand’s development journey in Vietnam as well as its contribution to society, he said, “We are proud of our smart home designs, which ensure the best use of every space in the homes. “Optimising … [Read more...] about Building excellence and responsibility in Vietnam
U.S. official in Russia probe suggested taping Trump
U.S. official in Russia probe suggested taping Trump - media reports The Saigon Times Daily U.S. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein sits in the front row at the start of Supreme Court nominee judge Brett Kavanaugh's Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., September 4, 2018 – PHOTO: REUTERS WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - The U.S. official who oversees the federal investigation into Russia’s role in the 2016 U.S. election suggested secretly recording President Donald Trump last year and recruiting Cabinet members to invoke a constitutional amendment to remove him from the White House, the New York Times reported on Friday. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein made the suggestions in the spring of 2017 after Trump fired FBI Director James Comey, the newspaper said, citing its sources as people who were briefed on the events themselves or on memos written by FBI officials including Andrew McCabe, who became acting director … [Read more...] about U.S. official in Russia probe suggested taping Trump
Social News 31/8
Schools and houses damaged in Thanh Hoa landslides Landslides triggered by torrential rains over the past two days have buried many houses and classrooms in the mountainous district of Quan Hoa in Thanh Hoa province.Hạ Long – Hải Phòng Expressway and Bạch Đằng Bridge opens to traffic next month Bạch Đằng Bridge will help reduce the Hà Nội – Quảng Ninh distance from 175km to 125km. After three years of construction, the Hạ Long – Hải Phòng Expressway and Bạch Đằng Bridge will open to traffic on Saturday. As some supporting facilities are still being built, Quảng Ninh authorities have proposed reducing the maximum speed on the expressway to 80km per hour. Once the project has been fully approved, the speed limit will rise to the designed 100km per hour. Before the final project approval, only cars, buses and coaches can drive on the expressway. Expressway users … [Read more...] about Social News 31/8
Government News In Brief
Vietnam-India ties enjoy substantive development: Ambassador Vietnamese Ambassador to India Ton Sinh Thanh The comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and India is enjoying dynamic and substantive development, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to India Ton Sinh Thanh. The ambassador granted an interview to the media on the Vietnam-India ties on the occasion of the 30th Diplomatic Conference to be held from August 12-17 in Hanoi. Ambassador Thanh said there are four outstanding points in the two countries’ relationship during the past two years. First of all, the bilateral political relationship and mutual trust have been strengthened thanks to the constant exchange of high-level visits. During the visits, the two countries have signed 17 more agreements on cooperation across the fields. Second, defence-security cooperation has reached the highest level ever, with its scope covering all military forces and the content expanded beyond … [Read more...] about Government News In Brief
President’s order on promulgation of seven laws
The Office of the President held a press conference on June 28 to announce President Trần Đại Quang’s order on the promulgation of seven new laws. — VNA/VNS Photo HÀ NỘI — The Office of the President held a press conference on June 28 to announce President Trần Đại Quang’s order on the promulgation of seven new laws – including the new cybersecurity law and six other revised laws on national defence, denunciation, competition, planning, mapping, and physical education and sports. These seven bills were adopted by the National Assembly, the country’s legislative body, during their recent sitting earlier this month. Freedom not restricted “The cybersecurity law does not restrict people’s freedom. Citizens’ actions, that which are not forbidden by the penal code and other laws, will be protected by the State,” Lieutenant General Hoàng Phước Thuận, head of … [Read more...] about President’s order on promulgation of seven laws
BUSINESS IN BRIEF 27/6
Industrial production expands 18 percent in Tien Giang Workers at a seafood processing factory at the My Tho Industrial Park of Tien Giang province The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang saw a record yearly growth of 18 percent in industrial production value in the first half of this year, to nearly 51.1 trillion VND (2.245 billion USD), according to Director of the province’s Department of Industry and Trade Ngo Van Tuan. The director said most major industries of the province such as food processing, beverages, garment making, shoes and metal production posted good growth compared to 2017. He noted that foreign-invested enterprises operating in key local industrial parks were the driving force behind the strong growth. Tuan cited as an example Heineken Vietnam Brewery Tien Giang whose beer output rose by 39.4 percent year on year. The local shoe making industry enjoyed a 25 percent growth with many orders from foreign partners, especially from China. The for-export tra … [Read more...] about BUSINESS IN BRIEF 27/6
BUSINESS IN BRIEF 21/4
Centres aim to promote innovative startupsAt the opening ceremonyThe Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) inaugurated an innovative start-up centre in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho on April 17. Vietnamese businesses to explore opportunities in MalaysiaLogistics firms asked to strengthen connectivityBusinesses run by disabled people seek ways to growSamsung helps Vietnam train experts in support industryHDBank to pay 35 per cent dividend Sacombank ATMs offer free overseas remittance to customers SAM Holdings to focus on financial investment Motorcycle sales in first quarter grow slightlyEcopark shines at national property awards 2018Vietbank targets $13.1m in gross profit The Viet Nam Thuong Tin Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Vietbank) targets pre-tax profits of VND300 billion (US$13.1 million) this year and plans to increase its charter capital by over VND1 trillion ($43.8 million). According … [Read more...] about BUSINESS IN BRIEF 21/4
Social News 16/1
Fire destroys thousand sq. meter wood factory in Dong NaiA huge fire suddenly occurred at a wood factory of Shing Mark Company in Bai Xep Industrial Park, Trang Bom district, Dong Nai at midnight on January 15. Because materials inside the wood factory are easily ignited, the flame quickly spread out causing the firefighters to meet difficulties in order to access the site and localize the fire. By 5am today, the blaze was extinguished.The initial information showed that there was no death in the fire; however, the flame destroyed thousand sq. meter factory and burnt wood materials inside the factory. At present, the functional agencies have investigated the cause of the fire. HCM City ensures traffic safety for TetThe Ho Chi Minh City Traffic Safety Committee has deployed various measures to ensure traffic safety and order in the city before and during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday.Nguyen Ngoc Tuong, deputy chief of the committee, said, “The campaign aims to … [Read more...] about Social News 16/1