Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Leaders of many countries in the world have extended their congratulations to Party General Secretary and State President Nguyen Phu Trong over his re-election as General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam in the 13th tenure. He expressed a belief that with joint efforts, the two countries will continue to promote bilateral constructive dialogues and effective cooperation in all fields, which meets the interest of the people of both Russia and Vietnam and contributes to ensuring stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden appreciated the commitments made by General Secretary Trong to promoting the US-Vietnam partnership, and expressed his wish to further bolster the bilateral ties. He also welcomed the Vietnamese Party leader’s efforts in fighting corruption and promoting good governance, and wished the Party … [Read more...] about Countries’ leaders offer congratulations to Party General Secretary, President Nguyen Phu Trong
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VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS FEB. 25
HCM City eyes 10 percent growth in export in 2021 Shrimps processed for export Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Industry and Trade has set the target to export 48.19 billion USD worth of products in 2021, a year-on-year surge of 10 percent. Under its development plan for 2021 recently submitted to the municipal People’s Committee, the sector said import revenue is estimated at 56.47 billion USD for the whole year, up 11 percent against the previous year. Besides, it eyed to reel in more than 835.68 trillion VND (36.29 billion USD) from retail sales and services revenues in the year, up 10 percent year-on-year. The department said it will carry out necessary measures in a comprehensive fashion to branch out industry and trade, contributing to promoting economic recovery of the southern hub. Earlier, HCM City set a goal of boosting the export of its key products this year and beyond via trade promotion activities and assistance to enterprises. Head of the … [Read more...] about VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS FEB. 25
Military completes all defense and military missions
Reports delivered at the meeting recalled the sophisticated developments of regional and international situations, destructive activities by hostile forces, and the complicated developments of the COVID-19 pandemic which posed various challenges to the country in general and the military in particular. Reports also affirmed that under the leadership of the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defense, the military successfully completed all military and defense missions despite these challenges. Particularly, defense agencies and military units strictly observed combat readiness regulations, closely followed situational developments, and effectively dealt with all circumstances. Furthermore, the Central Military Commission and the Ministry of National Defense directed forces to successfully ensure security and safety during the 13th National Party Congress and the Lunar New Year 2021. Together with fostering COVID-19 prevention and control work, the military has … [Read more...] about Military completes all defense and military missions
Cultural resources are soft power in Hanoi’s creative city development strategy
The Hanoitimes - Once becoming a creative city, Hanoi will have to materialize its long-term programs and action plans on visions and political ties in the city. Cultural resources have become soft power in the development strategy of Hanoi as a creative city, helping to build political culture, business culture, and penetrating deeply into all other fields of the capital city. Ngo Thi Thanh Hang, member of the Party Central Committee and Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party's Committee made the statement at the seminar titled "Cultural resources in the development strategy of Hanoi creative city" on September 28. Ngo Thi Thanh Hang, member of the Party Central Committee and Permanent Deputy Secretary of the Hanoi Party's Committee, speaks at the seminar. Photo: Hoa An Ms. Hang said that Hanoi, which has a long history of a millenary culture, has been honored by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a "City … [Read more...] about Cultural resources are soft power in Hanoi’s creative city development strategy
Vietnamese brands thirsty for support policies
The Hanoitimes - Many Vietnamese enterprises do not truly understand the significance of brands or see them as a long-term investment. While Vietnam is beefing up global integration, brand building is a key step to help Vietnamese products compete with their foreign peers. However, there is still a lack of efforts from both enterprises and local authorities in the process of developing and managing brands for local products. Local enterprises introduce products to customers at an international trade fair in Hanoi. Photo: Cong Hung In 2019, the Vietnam brand was valued at US$247 billion, up 5.4% year-on-year, ranking 42nd among the 100 most valuable nation brands, according to Brand Finance. Despite such improvements, many Vietnamese brands have not been heard of by local and international customers. A survey of over 500 enterprises conducted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade revealed brand recognition among customers is still low, as only 20% of the … [Read more...] about Vietnamese brands thirsty for support policies