Ha Thu Thanh, chairwoman of Vietnam Business Coaliation for Women's Empowerment According to McKinsey Global Institute, if women would take part in the global economy on an equal footing with men, the GDP of the globe would increase by $28 trillion by 2025. It is necessary to raise awareness and change people’s mindset. Particularly in Vietnam, commitments on gender equality are strong, but result in little to no specific action, especially at companies. In the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Gender Gap Index 2018, Vietnam ranked as Asia’s sixth most gender equal country. Meanwhile, according to audit company Deloitte Global, Vietnam ranks first in Asia in terms of female leadership in businesses with 17.6 per cent of board members, higher than the world average (15 per cent), while Japan and South Korea are at the bottom of the list with the ratio of 3.5 and 4.1 per cent, respectively. However, in fact, there is scant awareness of gender equality in … [Read more...] about Global gender equality certificate improves competitiveness of businesses
European institute for gender equality
A dignified man during the day, flamboyant woman at night
The audience cheers yes as Ricardo Glencasa flounces into the room in a pink, flouncy dress. Every weekend, hundreds of people flock to a bar in District 1 in Saigon and enjoy performances by Drag Queens. When the applause fades in the glimmering light, Ricardo cannot hide the delight of an artist loved by his fans. In Vietnam since 2017, Ricardo works as an English teacher. He goes to class in formal vests and pants. But as the night falls, he dons gorgeous gowns, make-up and wigs to become a drag queen, theater slang for men dressed as women. Most drag queens are homosexual men, but many women and heterosexual people also use drag to unlease their creativity. "I was bullied by my friends during childhood, and as an adult, I was discriminated against by society for my difference. This is also what my family forbid me to do. But now on stage, I am loved for my own difference," Ricardo told VnExpress. Got caught early He has not forgotten the terrifying moments he experienced … [Read more...] about A dignified man during the day, flamboyant woman at night
First university in VN rated four star under QS rankings
Ton Duc Thang University The TDTU is rated the maximum five stars in the categories of teaching (based on student feedback via national surveys, further study rate, and student faculty ratio), internationalization (proportion of international students and staff), facilities, and inclusiveness (covering accessibility, scholarships and bursaries, gender equality, and low-income outreach). The ranking is valid within three years from 2018-2021. Speaking at the ceremony, President of the Viet Nam General Confederation of Labor (VGCL) Bui Van Cuong asserted that the VGCL always creates most favorable conditions for the TDTU to become a model for the nation’s higher education. The TDTU has been listed among top 250 universities on Sustainable Development in the UI Greenmetric World University Rankings and top ten research and educational institutions in Viet Nam based on the Web of … [Read more...] about First university in VN rated four star under QS rankings
First university in VN receiving 4 stars under QS rankings
Ton Duc Thang University The TDTU is rated the maximum five stars in the categories of teaching (based on student feedback via national surveys, further study rate, and student faculty ratio), internationalization (proportion of international students and staff), facilities, and inclusiveness (covering accessibility, scholarships and bursaries, gender equality, and low-income outreach). The ranking is valid within three years from 2018-2021. Speaking at the ceremony, President of the Viet Nam General Confederation of Labor (VGCL) Bui Van Cuong asserted that the VGCL always creates most favorable conditions for the TDTU to become a model for the nation’s higher education. The TDTU has been listed among top 250 universities on Sustainable Development in the UI Greenmetric World University Rankings and top ten research and educational institutions in Viet Nam based on the Web of … [Read more...] about First university in VN receiving 4 stars under QS rankings
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
Rainbow flag movements make inroads in Vietnamese
The rainbow colours, a widely-recognized symbol of LGBT people, have become popular among Vietnamese and it is not uncommon to see rainbow flags pinned to shirts and on car bumpers in the country. Rainbow colours have been popular among Vietnamese. (Photo: iSEE) It showed a tolerant attitude towards the once extremely sensitive issue in Vietnam -- sexual orientation as years ago, LGBT people wishing to come out always faced prejudice and discrimination from the public and even from their families. Rainbow, not only in sky Civil organizations have played a diverse role in the LGBT movement in Vietnam, helping it achieve remarkable advances in social acceptance. The Institute for Studies of Society, Economy and Environment (iSEE) is among the pioneers. “Toi dong y” (I agree) campaign was the first large-scale event mobilising rights for LGBT people in Vietnam,” Director of the Institute for Studies of Society, Economy and Environment (iSEE) Luong Minh Ngoc told … [Read more...] about Rainbow flag movements make inroads in Vietnamese
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
Europe Day 2011 to open in Hanoi and HCM City
(Cinet)- 'Europe Days' 2011 will return to Vietnam on May 6 with a number of cultural and intellectual events in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.A highlight of the annual programme will be a selection of 13 inspiring films, and a new short film, offering a variety of enchanting short works by European film makers.The diversity of European cultures will manifest itself in the European Literature Day – a joint initiative between the Goethe Institute, L’Espace and the Wallonia-Brussels Delegation, together with the embassies of Italy and Denmark – through a wide selection of European books that have recently been translated into Vietnamese.Global issues such as gender equality and climate change will be featured at events to raise awareness of young people in an ever-changing world, creating a bridge for cultural exchanges and promoting the 20-year relationship between the EU and Vietnam.Since its inception in 2004, the programme has attracted about 22,000 Vietnamese … [Read more...] about Europe Day 2011 to open in Hanoi and HCM City
BUSINESS IN BRIEF 17/12
Customs signs agreement with banks for e-tax payment The General Department of Customs (GDC) on Tuesday signed a co-operation agreement with six commercial banks to implement a 24/7 e-tax payment scheme.The five local banks are Sacombank, VPBank, HDBank, LienvietpostBank, SCB and the foreign bank is Mizuho Bank Ltd. The e-tax payment through the six banks will be implemented from December 15.Speaking at the signing ceremony, GDC’s Deputy General Director Nguyen Duong Thai said the customs sector was required to upgrade its e-payment portal for the purpose of administrative reform.The e-tax payment would facilitate tax payment anywhere, anytime, reduce time and ensure immediate goods clearance. The customs authority will directly support enterprises to make payment documents from the original data and minimise errors in money transfer procedures.This could help shorten time to complete customs procedures for import-export activities to the average level of ASEAN-4 countries … [Read more...] about BUSINESS IN BRIEF 17/12
Social News 15/12
Vietnam zeroes in on hunger eliminationPoverty alleviation and hunger eradication has been a consistent priority for Vietnam and the country is committed to achieving these goals in cooperation with the international community, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung said in Hanoi on December 13.Dung was speaking at the first meeting of the National Steering Committee for the ten year (2016-2025) Zero Hunger Action Programme.The programme was established by the Prime Minister in 2014 in response to the “Zero Hunger Challenge” of the United Nations, a major initiative to eradicate hunger worldwide.Vietnam’s action programme targets ensuring enough food and nutrition for all citizens towards improved physical and intellectual health; and towards fulfilling sustainable development goals (SDGs) of food security and sustainable agricultural development.There are five specifics targets under the action programme, including ensuring food and nutrition for people all year … [Read more...] about Social News 15/12