The power shortage was due to delayed progress in 47 out of 62 large power projects. — Photo moitruong.net Viet Nam could face an electricity shortage of 6.6 billion kWh in 2021 and 11.8 billion kWh in 2022. The shortage could increase to 15 billion kWh in 2023, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT). Phuong Hoang Kim, director of the ministry’s Electricity and Renewable Energy Authority, said the reason for the shortage was due to delayed progress in 47 out of 62 power projects with capacities of more than 200MW in the Viet Nam Power Master Plan VII. It was expected that the electricity sector would still meet the country’s power demand in 2020. However, there would be risks of a shortage if the demand is higher than forecast, poor water flow to hydropower reservoirs or a lack of coal and gas for electricity production, Kim said. In the first half of the year, electricity consumption increased 10 per cent from the same period last year because of … [Read more...] about Viet Nam could face power shortage
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“Provisional National Government of Viet Nam” is terrorist organization
The ministry’s announcement of that terrorist organisation was posted on its portal on January 30.According to the announcement, the “Chinh phu quoc gia Viet Nam lam thoi” (Provisional National Government of Viet Nam) was previously known as the “Tan Dan Chu” (New Democracy) organisation. It is headquartered at 2807 Anaheim, California 92814, the US, with phone number of 7605233011 and websites at chinhphuquocgia.com, cuutuchinhtri.org, phamvanlong.com, and cpqgvnlt.com.The organization is led by Dao Minh Quan (Dao Van), a US national in Santa Ana, California, the US. Quan was born on July 27, 1952 in the central province of Thua Thien-Hue and has proclaimed himself the Prime Minister of the “Provisional National Government of Viet Nam.”The others include Quach The Hung, born on April 1, 1948 and residing at 5386 Somerset St, Los Angeles, California 90032, the US; Kelly Trieu(Trieu Thanh Hoa), a US national born in 1968; and Pham Lisa (Pham Anh … [Read more...] about “Provisional National Government of Viet Nam” is terrorist organization
Fifth Viet Nam-Japan festival opens in Ho Chi Minh City
The 5th Viet Nam-Japan Festival kicked off at the September 23 Park in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 on January 27. The festival, with the theme “Holding Hands Tightly”, is the opening of a year-long cultural programme to celebrate the 45th founding anniversary of Viet Nam-Japan diplomatic ties (September 21), said Tsutomu Takebe, head of the organising board. The festival will include a Bon dance to honour the spirits of the ancestors. Visitors will receive instructions on how to join the dance and pray for peace for the two countries. Several seminars on agriculture and education were also organised at the festival, helping visitors to learn more about the two countries’ culture. Chairman of the HCM City People’s Committee Nguyen Thanh Phong affirmed that Japan is one of the most important partners of the city. He voiced his belief that cultural exchange will help Vietnam and Japan foster development in all fields. The festival will run until … [Read more...] about Fifth Viet Nam-Japan festival opens in Ho Chi Minh City
AFC U23 Final LIVE: Viet Nam U23 team are champions in hearts and minds of Vietnamese people
The referee blows the final whistle to end the match. Viet Nam 1 and Uzbekistan 2. 120'Goal for Uzbekistan. Andrey Sidorov (Uzbekistan U23) left footed shot from the center of the box to the high center of the goal. Assisted by Dostonbek Khamdamov with a cross following a corner.119'Uzbekistan sends a long ball into the box but is relieved by a Vietnamese fullback118'Substitution for Uzbekistan. Andrey Sidorov replaces Javokhir Sidikov.116'Duc Chinh from Viet Nam lies on the pitch. Free kick for Viet Nam. Dinh Trong sends a long ball upfield114' Great atmostphere in Hoang Mai district, Ha Noi Corner kick for Uzbekistan, cleared by Viet Nam and Viet Nam counterattack. Duc Chinh makes a header but not successful114'Goal kick for Uzbekistan113'Viet Nam attack and Tien Dung from Viet Nam is fouled by a player from Uzbekistan111'Corner kick for … [Read more...] about AFC U23 Final LIVE: Viet Nam U23 team are champions in hearts and minds of Vietnamese people
AFC U23 Final LIVE: Fans still show support even Viet Nam loses to Uzbekistan
The referee blows the final whistle to end the match. Viet Nam 1 and Uzbekistan 2.120'Goal for Uzbekistan. Andrey Sidorov (Uzbekistan U23) left footed shot from the center of the box to the high center of the goal. Assisted by Dostonbek Khamdamov with a cross following a corner.119'Uzbekistan sends a long ball into the box but is relieved by a Vietnamese fullback118'Substitution for Uzbekistan. Andrey Sidorov replaces Javokhir Sidikov.116'Duc Chinh from Viet Nam lies on the pitch. Free kick for Viet Nam. Dinh Trong sends a long ball upfield114'Corner kick for Uzbekistan, cleared by Viet Nam and Viet Nam counterattack. Duc Chinh makes a header but not successful114'Goal kick for Uzbekistan113'Viet Nam attack and Tien Dung from Viet Nam is fouled by a player from Uzbekistan111'Corner kick for UzbekistanYellow card shown for players of both Viet Nam and Uzbekistan109'Viet Nam attack on the left side but Duc Chinh is blocked by a player from Uzbekistan109'Phan Van Duc from Viet Nam … [Read more...] about AFC U23 Final LIVE: Fans still show support even Viet Nam loses to Uzbekistan
Private firms grow well: Viet Nam Report
The number of private companies in the top 500 largest Vietnamese enterprises list (VNR500) rose by 2.5 times in 2017 after 10 years of the rankings being used.— Photo vietnamnet.vn The number of private companies in the top 500 largest Vietnamese enterprises list (VNR500) rose by 2.5 times in 2017 after 10 years of the rankings being used. Viet Nam Report and online newspaper Vietnamnet on Friday in Ha Noi announced the VNR500, with private firms accounting for half of enterprises in the ranking while their contribution to the economy rose from 27 per cent of GDP in 2016 to 32.3 per cent in 2017. This has been the 11th year the rankings have been released to honour businesses which achieved outstanding results in 2017’s financial year. Last year saw the recovery of the economy, helping the business community. Some 75 per cent of firms in VNR’s survey reported increasing revenue in 2017 which was much higher than the previous year. “The increasing number of … [Read more...] about Private firms grow well: Viet Nam Report
Princess Cruises increases high-class tours to Viet Nam
Princess Cruises, a five-star premium cruise line, has announced that it will increase the number of cruise tours to Viet Nam in 2018. Princess Cruises conducted 22 trips to Viet Nam in 2017, bringing over 58,000 tourists to Vietnamese seaports of Phu My, Nha Trang, Da Nang and Cai Lan. In 2018, six cruise liners, namely Majestic Princess, Sapphire Princess, Diamond Princess, Golden Princess, Sun Princess and Coral Princess will make 31 trips carrying over 80,000 holidaymakers to Viet Nam. Farriek Tawfik, Director for Southeast Asia of Princess Cruises, said Viet Nam has become an increasingly popular destination for tourists from the US, Australia, the EU and Asia. The company will organise a tourism fair in Ho Chi Minh City on February 10-11 to introduce its voyages, including those to China’s Taiwan on the Majestic Princess and Sun Princess, he added. On the occasion, Princess Cruises will launch its sailing tours to the European Union and the Mediterranean for summer … [Read more...] about Princess Cruises increases high-class tours to Viet Nam
Viet Nam shrimp exports remain buoyant
Shrimp exports increased sharply last year and the trend will continue this year, according to the Viet Nam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).The exports were worth an estimated US$3.8 billion last year, $700 million up from 2016 and $400 million higher than the association’s target.There was big demand for shrimp in key markets such as the EU, China, Japan, and South Korea especially during the year-end festive season, VASEP said.In the first 11 months of last year, the EU was the largest importer of Vietnamese shrimp, with shipments to the market going up by 42.4 per cent to $780 million and accounting for 22.2 per cent of Viet Nam’s exports.Shrimp exports to China surged by 60.2 per cent to $637.9 million in the period, but shipments to the US fell by 7.8 per cent mainly due to high anti-dumping duties.Truong Dinh Hoe, VASEP’s general secretary, said the strong growth in shrimp exports last year was mainly thanks to better control of antibiotic … [Read more...] about Viet Nam shrimp exports remain buoyant
Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism: What’s happen this month!
Diverse activities creating a cheerful and exciting festival atmosphere during spring are taking place at the Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in January. Activities will draw the participation of more than 100 people from Tay, Dao, Mong, Thai, Muong, Kho Mu, Ta Oi, Co Tu, Raglai, E De and Khmer ethnic minority groups from ten localities, including Thai Nguyen, Hanoi, Ha Giang, Son La, Hoa Binh, Dien Bien, Thua Thien - Hue, Ninh Thuan, Dak Lak and Soc Trang. Artists from Viet Nam Cheo Theatre and Viet Nam National Puppetry Theatre, and students from Hanoi University of Culture will also participate in activities. The highlight of the event will be a program on then singing and folk games of the Tay ethnic group. During a special programme on traditional tea in spring, visitors will be introduced to the tea making process and skills. Activities to prepare and decorate atmosphere welcoming Tet in ethnic villages will be held. Five-fruit trays and peach blossoms … [Read more...] about Viet Nam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism: What’s happen this month!
Viet Nam Da Lat Coffee returns to Starbucks
US coffee chain Starbucks on Thursday announced that it would again sell Vietnamese Da Lat coffee at its stores starting from January 6.The Vietnamese Da Lat whole bean first made an appearance at Starbucks stores in the country in early 2016 and became popular.Patricia Marques, general manager, Starbucks Vietnam, said: “Viet Nam Da Lat is a popular coffee among partners and customers and is versatile in many brewing applications. Great as a brewed coffee in the morning or a delicious espresso option for your favorite espresso beverage, we are excited by its return.”It is available in all Starbucks stores across Viet Nam from January 6, she said.The company said the brew is available at its two reserve stores in HCM City and Ha Noi, while the other stores just sell coffee powder.To mark the return, the company is presenting a gift set of Viet Nam Da Lat coffee with one Starbucks Reserve Viet Nam Da Lat whole bean pack and one logo mug at VND370,000 (US$15).According to … [Read more...] about Viet Nam Da Lat Coffee returns to Starbucks