Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI — Various problems inherent in modern society are reflected in the dazzling colours and images in paintings by Bùi Quốc Khánh. The artist opened Một Vòng Đi (The Circle of Life), his very first solo exhibition, yesterday in Hà Nội showcasing 15 oil paintings of various sizes. Through the paintings, the artist tackles social issues such as environment, education, social networks, plastic surgery and others, in a decorative pop-art style. His paintings show a vibrant, multi-tone space with bright, lively, contrasting colours with interlaced, overlapping shapes and many details. All resonate together to create a stuffed, cramped feeling about a world where materials take over, values decline, and blended with them are human faces, confused yet expressionless, aware yet immature, satisfied yet insecure. But above all, there is a feeling of imbalance. “With a decorative merged pop-art style, the … [Read more...] about Exhibition shows modern society through pop art
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Spectacular views of Ngoc Con-Phong Nam valley
Visitors can immerse themselves in the stunning landscapes of majestic mountains, clouds, rivers and paddy fields on a visit to Ngoc Con-Phong Nam valley in Cao Bang province. Ngoc Con commune is located in Trung Khanh district of Cao Bang province. The region has a number of mountains such as Lung An, Lung Khuot, Lung Qua, Lung Thoang, Po Dao and Tom Deng. Ngoc Con commune is inhabited by three ethnic groups Tay, Nung and Kinh. The Quay Son river flows through the land like a shiny ribbon. Phong Nam is a commune in Trung Khanh district. Pham Nam attracts a large number of photographers during the yellow paddy season. A stunning golden sunset over the Phong Nam valley. VOV … [Read more...] about Spectacular views of Ngoc Con-Phong Nam valley
Top legislator holds talks with Australian House of Representatives Speaker
Chairwoman of the National Assembly Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (R) welcomes Speaker of the House of Representatives of Australia Tony Smith in Hanoi on July 23 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Chairwoman of the National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan and Speaker of the House of Representatives of Australia Tony Smith held talks in Hanoi on July 23, seeking ways to solidify the countries’ relations in a number of aspects. Welcoming her guest’s official visit, Chairwoman Ngan said the trip is significant amid the 45th anniversary of the countries’ diplomatic ties and the increasing trust in their political relations. In particular, the elevation of bilateral relations to a strategic partnership last March has created a new important framework for enhancing all-round cooperation in a more substantial manner. She noted Vietnam has always treasured its ties with Australia, which plays a growing role in the region and the world, and is one of its key partners. She … [Read more...] about Top legislator holds talks with Australian House of Representatives Speaker
Capital House receives global acclaim
Do Thuy Chi (left), vice chairwoman of Capital House, receives the prize at the prestigious Transformational Business Awards 2018 International reach The prestigious Transformational Business Awards (TBA) 2018 recognised Capital House Group in London on June 6 for its distinct contributions to positive changes and sustainable development for the environment, while creating green lifestyles for the community. Capital House is the first Vietnamese company to win this prestigious international award. The TBA is an annual event jointly held by world-famous magazine Financial Times and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), starting in 2014. It honours outstanding firms in a variety of categories such as technology, food and water, education, health, infrastructure, green building, climate, and finance. As many as 148 entries from 84 countries applied for recognition by the TBA in 2017. TBA laureates are selected by a prestigious judging panel including eight representatives from … [Read more...] about Capital House receives global acclaim
Spectacular views of Ha Giang Plateau
The northeast province of Ha Giang is a popular destination for tourists with its magnificent natural scenery and rugged rocky mountain ranges. Ha Giang attracts tourists with its spectacular mountain ranges and small, quiet villages. Nui Doi (Quan Ba Twin Mountain) is home to an old legend about a love story. Ethnic minority children in colourful costumes look down the mountainside. The sweeping mountain roads in Ha Giang provide travellers with a fun driving experience and stunning views. The sun casts shadows over the entrance to a small house creating an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. Children wander among the paddy fields and small houses. Ma Li Peng Mountain is located in Meo Vac district, the karst plateau of Ha Giangwas formed by the erosion of sedimentary rock sand is home to fossils dated to 426 million years old. Pictured is the breathtaking view of Ma Li Peng Mountain and the Nho Que River. Chin Khoanh slope. From 1959 to 1965, a 20km … [Read more...] about Spectacular views of Ha Giang Plateau
Ministry looks to larger housing area per capita
Ministry looks to larger housing area per capitaCao Ban HCMC - The Ministry of Construction has set a target of increasing the average housing area nationwide to 23.4 square meters per person this year from 22.8 square meters in 2016. To realize the target, the ministry said it will speed up housing developments with a focus on social home projects as part of the national strategy to better meet demand of residents. The ministry will improve its controls over zoning and use of available land in urban areas for social housing development as well as the quality of such homes and relevant infrastructure. In 2016, some 500,000 square meters of social housing was developed in urban areas, bringing the total area for this purpose to 3.3 million square meters. However, the ministry said social housing supply has yet to meet demand, supporting programs for social housing projects have been executed slower than scheduled, and funding has remained inadequate for those projects. Supporting … [Read more...] about Ministry looks to larger housing area per capita
ILL-Abilities performs to redefine society’s view of disability
Photo: Kien Quan Photography Comprised of dancers with different physical limitations, ILL-Abilities™ has inspired audiences around the world with their extraordinary performances. The dance crew, including Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli (Canada/USA), Tommy “Guns” Ly (USA), Jacob “Kujo” Lyons (USA), and Jung Soo “Krops” Lee (Republic of Korea) will perform in Vietnam for the first time, starting in Hanoi. They will also travel to Quang Tri where they will visit a school for children with disabilities and Quang Binh where they will engage in a cultural exchange with students and persons with disabilities at Quang Binh University. ILL-Abilities™ will perform at the BridgeFest Music Festival on January 20 at Dien Kinh Sport Stadium, Tran Huu Duc, Hanoi. BridgeFest, co-organized by the US Embassy and Oxfam, is expected to attract up to 10,000 guests. Carrying the message of “bridging gaps” BridgeFest is a community … [Read more...] about ILL-Abilities performs to redefine society’s view of disability
Greater efforts needed to develop affordable housing
* More steps needed to develop low-cost housing: PM This fact shows that the potential of this segment still remains vast, especially in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. However, the affordable housing market has been showing signs of slowing down recently, making many people’s dreams of a stable life seem distant from reality. A few years ago, the Government issued a VND30 trillion (US$1.32 billion) housing credit package, creating favorable conditions for the development of the affordable housing segment and contributing to meeting the housing demand for the majority of the people and gradually stabilising the property market. But since the expiry of this support package, the affordable housing segment has also “sunk” as a result. The implementation of the next support funding sources is taking place quite slowly, making the supply of affordable housing even scarcer. Over the past year, there have been only a few newly launched affordable housing projects, especially … [Read more...] about Greater efforts needed to develop affordable housing
Vietnam asks for impartial view on its human rights achievements
She made the remark at a regular press conference in Hanoi on January 18 in response to the Vietnam News Agency’s question about Vietnam’s viewpoint on some partners having shown interest in the country’s promotion and protection of human rights recently.She said: “Human rights are the common value of mankind, yet there are differences in approaches to and priorities on human rights due to differences in history, culture, political regimes and development levels. This is a normal fact in international relations, but the important thing is that we need to be ready to cooperate and dialogue in cooperative and constructive spirit and with mutual respect.”Vietnam is maintaining dialogues on human rights with some countries and partners to enhance mutual understanding, share experience, and open up bilateral cooperation opportunities in terms of human rights, Hang noted.The spokesperson said Vietnam has made important progress in promoting human rights. In the … [Read more...] about Vietnam asks for impartial view on its human rights achievements
UNDP supports building 300 houses for flood victims in central region
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will support the construction of 300 houses in the central provinces of Khanh Hoa, Phu Yen and Quang Nam, which were seriously affected by typhoon Damrey in 2017. Storm Damrey causes flood in the south central province of Phu Yen Representatives of the UNDP met with the Khanh Hoa People’s Committee on January 4 to discuss implementing the project.Each house will be built at a cost of nearly 50 million VND (2,200 USD).Beneficiaries include impoverished households and those whose houses were destroyed by the storm.In Khanh Hoa, the provincial Red Cross Society will build about 100 houses for flood victims in the four hardest-hit districts of Van Ninh, Dien Khanh, Khanh Vinh and Cam Lam.The locality will step up efforts to construct 50 houses before the Lunar New Year, according to Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Dac Tai.Damrey hit Vietnam on November 4, 2017, affecting more than 4.3 million … [Read more...] about UNDP supports building 300 houses for flood victims in central region