VietNamNet Bridge - “If things go smoothly, we can expect a direct flight between Vietnam and Los Angeles by the end of 2019 or early 2020,” Eric Garcetti, Los Angeles’ Mayor, told a local newspaper recently. Los Angeles' Mayor Eric Garcetti He told Bizlive that two factors will determine if Vietnam can launch direct flights to the US. Vietnam Airlines has close links with Delta Airlines which has a large presence in Los Angeles. Vietnamese can fly to Los Angeles and then travel across the US or fly to Latin-American countries through the SkyTeam alliance. Garcetti thinks that flights to San Francisco would take much time and need stops. RELATED NEWS Vietnam Airlines may open direct flights to US next year Vietnam Airlines concerned about US direct flights Kim Chi … [Read more...] about Los Angeles’ mayor expects VN-US direct flight by end of 2019
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Los Angeles and Ho Chi Minh City establish sustainability alliance
Energy generation, infrastructure development, and sustainable investment activities will be the key cooperation fields between the Los Angeles Business Council and Ho Chi Minh City in a newly established alliance. Los Angeles Business Council (LABC), the American Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (Amcham), and the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce & Industry Ho Chi Minh City signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Ho Chi Minh City in July 30, to establish an alliance designed to promote economic development through collaboration and information sharing in energy generation, infrastructure development, and sustainable investment activities. All sides recognise the importance of meeting the energy infrastructure demands of their growing populations, and to do so in a manner that effectively addresses the challenges of climate change. According to Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, the agreement is an important recognition that fighting climate change has to be a concerted global effort. … [Read more...] about Los Angeles and Ho Chi Minh City establish sustainability alliance
Los Angeles to support HCMC in innovative startup activities
Los Angeles to support HCMC in innovative startup activitiesBy Chi Thinh Eric Garcetti (3rd, L), Los Angeles City mayor, discusses cooperative plans at a meeting on July 30 - PHOTO: CHI THINH HCMC – The U.S. city of Los Angeles will accompany HCMC in innovative startup activities in the days ahead, heard attendees at a meeting between the HCMC government and Los Angeles City Mayor Eric Garcetti on July 30. Addressing the meeting, Eric Garcetti said the city is in the process of seeking opportunities to launch a direct air route connecting Los Angeles and HCMC in a bid to create favorable conditions for the two cities’ trade cooperation. Nguyen Thanh Phong, HCMC chairman, said the HCMC government is prioritizing the project to develop HCMC into a smart city, and that some U.S. enterprises have met with the HCMC authorities and discussed the project. Los Angeles City and HCMC have the same goals in major fields, especially in innovative startup activity, which could … [Read more...] about Los Angeles to support HCMC in innovative startup activities
HCM City, Los Angeles business groups form alliance for sustainable growth
Three business groups based in Viet Nam and Los Angeles sign an MOU in HCM City on July 30 to promote sustainable economic development.—VNS Photo Hoang Nguyen Three business groups in Viet Nam and the US signed an MOU on July 30 to establish an alliance to promote sustainable economic development between HCM City and Los Angeles. The alliance includes the Los Angeles Business Council (LABC), the Viet Nam Chamber of Commerce & Industry (VCCI) and the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Viet Nam. The collaboration will allow the organisations to share city-to-city knowledge of technology and information in the areas of solar energy generation, infrastructure development and smart cities, LABC President Mary Leslie said. “Our two cities have many common interests, including increasing the use of clean energy and reducing reliance on coal-fired power. “This new partnership between our two cities will support emerging technologies, companies and … [Read more...] about HCM City, Los Angeles business groups form alliance for sustainable growth
Ho Chi Minh City leader welcomes US Mayor of Los Angeles
Leaders of HCM City and the US delegation from Los Angeles pose for a group photo (Source: VNA) HCM City (VNA) – Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Phong has lauded the visit by Mayor of the US city of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti for laying the foundation for the signing of long-term cooperation agreements between the two cities. During a reception in Ho Chi Minh City on July 30, Phong said achievements in joint work remain modest compared to their potential. He expressed his hope that with the mutual efforts of the two authorities, both sides will fully tap their potential via specific programmes and projects. Ho Chi Minh City welcomes and offers all possible support to foreign enterprises, including those from the US and Los Angeles, in seeking cooperation opportunities and launching long-term projects in promising fields such as urban infrastructure, startups, and technology, he said. Informing the host about the outcomes of his … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City leader welcomes US Mayor of Los Angeles
HCM City, Los Angeles establish sustainable economic alliance
At the signing ceremony. Photo: voh.com.vn The Los Angeles Business Council (LABC), along with the American Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (AmCham), and the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the establishment of the alliance in Vietnam’s southern economic hub on July 30. Under the MoU, the two cities will study respective strengths and exchange know-how in smart urban development and renewable energy, as well as share information on public and private projects to promote economic and environmental sustainability. Mayor of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti said both cities recognised the importance of cooperation to effectively cope with challenges posed by climate change. The two sides also hope to develop a solar energy market as signed in the MoU and pledged to share technology and knowledge in the field, he added. LABC President Mary Leslie said Ho Chi Minh City and Los Angeles share the same interest in making more … [Read more...] about HCM City, Los Angeles establish sustainable economic alliance
Hanoi, Los Angeles agree on cooperation areas
Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung (R) and Mayor of the US city of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung and Mayor of the US city of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti have agreed to cooperate in addressing environment and transportation issues and develop Hanoi into a smart city. During a working session in Hanoi on August 28, Chung briefed the guest about the city’s socio-economic achievements after 10 years of adjusting its administrative boundary. Chung said Hanoi now has a total area of over 3,300 sq.km with a population of more than 10 million. Since 2008, its economy has expanded by 2.5 times, average income per capita has risen 2.8-fold while the number of foreign tourists to the city surged to 4.95 million in 2017 from 1.3 million in 2008. The rate of poor households in the city has dropped to 1.68 percent, which is expected to fall to below 1 percent by … [Read more...] about Hanoi, Los Angeles agree on cooperation areas
PM seeks stronger trade, investment ties with Los Angeles
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (R) and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc suggested further boosting economic, trade and investment ties between Vietnam and the US city of Los Angeles during a reception for its Mayor Eric Garcetti in Hanoi on July 28. The PM told his guest that the US’s exports to Vietnam have kept increasing, up 19 percent year-on-year in the first half of this year. Vietnamese airlines also bought a large number of aircraft from the US in a short time, he said. He stressed that Vietnam considers the US one of the most important partners and wants to continue promoting practical and effective development of the bilateral comprehensive partnership for the benefit of the two countries’ people, thus contributing to peace, stability, cooperation and development in the Asia-Pacific region. Speaking highly of Garcetti’s visit, the PM said Vietnam regards California as one of its … [Read more...] about PM seeks stronger trade, investment ties with Los Angeles
Los Angeles Clippers basketballer to visit HCM City
Gallinari was drafted sixth overall by the New York Knicks in the 2008 NBA Draft. The Junior NBA, the league’s global youth basketball participation programme for boys and girls, teaches fundamental skills as well as the core values of the game at the grassroots level in an effort to help grow and improve the youth basketball experience for players, coaches and parents. Born in Italy, he is one of 108 international players from a record 42 countries and territories who were on opening-night rosters for the 2017-18 NBA season. Gallinari averaged 15.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2 assists per game in his first season with the Los Angeles Clippers. Gallinari will help coach 64 boys and girls selected from Regional Selection Camps in Hanoi and HCM City. “It’s extremely encouraging that thousands of Vietnamese boys and girls are picking up and enjoying the game through the Jr. NBA programme, and I can’t wait to meet some of them and help further their … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Clippers basketballer to visit HCM City
Ibrahimovic signs for Los Angeles Galaxy
Viet Nam News LOS ANGELES — Zlatan Ibrahimovic has signed for the Los Angeles Galaxy and could make his debut for the Major League Soccer side this month, US media reported on Thursday. The Los Angeles Times and Sports Illustrated both reported Ibrahimovic had inked a deal with the Galaxy shortly before Manchester United confirmed the Swedish star had been released from his Old Trafford contract. Sports Illustrated said Ibrahimovic’s move to California would be officially announced in a full-page advertisement in Friday’s edition of the Los Angeles Times. MLS rules allow clubs to sign three designated players who are not subject to salary limits, a rule introduced when David Beckham arrived in the league in 2007. However, because the Galaxy have already signed their designated players for the 2018 season, Ibrahimovic’s salary will be limited to around $1.5 million according to the Sports Illustrated report. That represents a fraction of the reported … [Read more...] about Ibrahimovic signs for Los Angeles Galaxy