More importantly, unlike previous technologies most of which had to be imported, Vietnam has gradually mastered and is now capable of producing 5G equipment, a strategically important step in Vietnam’s development of information and communications technology. Off to a good start Viettel was the pioneer in announcing commercial 5G trials in late November with coverage in the Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh and Hai Ba Trung Districts of Hanoi, where owners of 5G-enabled devices can now use the service for free at a speed of up to 1.5 gigabits per second, far higher than 4G. Later in mid-December, Vinaphone also announced its 5G coverage in some central districts in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City as well as two demonstration centres so that those without 5G devices can experience the new technological features. Mobifone also quickly caught up by piloting commercial 5G services in Ho Chi Minh City. According to some experts, mobile carriers’ rush to roll out 5G services at this time is merely … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s 5G race begins to heat up as major carriers launch commercial services
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Foreign woman loves Ao Dai, brings Vietnamese silk to the world
Born and raised in Europe but Liisi has a special passion for Vietnamese Ao Dai (traditional gown) and Vietnamese silk products. Liisi next to silk garments from her own brand. Business started from the love for Ao Dai Liisi Mari (born 1990) was born and raised in Estonia. Liisi's family had been painters for three generations, so she inherited some of that talent. Living in the cradle of art, since childhood Liisi has always been immersed in paintbrushes and canvases. Her favorite technique is drawing on silk. Later, Liisi graduated from the University of Arts in Estonia and went to Hong Kong (China) to study. Here, she met the man of her dreams and got married to a Vietnamese. “When we first met, I often shared with my husband Ngoc my hobbies. He said Vietnam is a famous country for its silk. We talked about a lot of things but I was really fascinated when he had the same aspirations,” Liisi said. When she was introduced to Ngoc’s family, his mother … [Read more...] about Foreign woman loves Ao Dai, brings Vietnamese silk to the world
A bamboo construction by Vo Trong Nghia won the 11th International Yuan Ye Architecture Awards
The Hanoitimes - Built at the edge of Cuc Phuong National Park within lush green forests, limestone mountains and natural water surfaces, the construction had outperformed nearly 1,000 competitive submissions of more than 500 architecture enterprises from over 20 countries and territories to be awarded such a prestigious prize. The Vedana restaurant which is designed by renown Vietnamese architect had won the Grand Prize of the International Yuan Ye Architecture Awards 2021. The bamboo work is among three winning projects of the prestigious Grand Prizes (Group B - Architectural Projects) which are The Big House designed by Frankie Pappas; the Potato Head Studios by David Gianotten and Ken Fung; and Vedana Restaurant by Vo Trong Nghia. Located inside a resort complex of the same name in the northern province of Vietnam, the Venada Restaurant had won the Grand Prize of the 11th International Yuan Ye Architecture Awards. The Vedana restaurant is … [Read more...] about A bamboo construction by Vo Trong Nghia won the 11th International Yuan Ye Architecture Awards
Hanoi is so beautiful with East-West, modern-classic interwoven architecture
The Hanoitimes - Hanoi is gorgeous and charming with its East-West architecture. Today, the emergence of modern architectural constructions has contributed to forming a dreamy and dynamic Hanoi. Tubular house was the most popular type in the city, with the narrow width, a few tens of metres deep. If the owners are well-off, they would build two or three floors more. Then, influenced by French architecture, engineers began to use steel bending or embossing with cement and plaster to reduce the roughness of concrete blocks in home décor. Modern architecture is a trend to use new, versatile technologies and materials. In the past, people often used wood, black steel, baked tile... to make structure, pillars and roofs. Nowadays, when metal technology develops, rust-proof super light-plated steel has replaced black steel and wood; unburnt tile has been used instead of baked tile. In the past ten years, Hanoi's architectural situation has required professional architects to make a … [Read more...] about Hanoi is so beautiful with East-West, modern-classic interwoven architecture
Vietnam eyes global retailers as key export channel
The Hanoitimes - In the next 10 years, Vietnam will position itself as a major supply for global retailers in the Southeast Asian region. The export of Vietnamese goods and products via distribution networks of global retailers remains an efficient and sustainable channel. Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Do Thang Hai. Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Do Thang Hai shared his view at a conference on 5-year review [2016-20] of the implementation of program to promote Vietnamese enterprises’ participation in the global supply chain on December 17. The conference was held in a virtual platform with the participation of major retailers in Vietnam, including Aeon, Walmart, Central Retail, Lotte, or Mega Market, among others. “Thanks to their support, Vietnamese high quality goods and products, ranging from agricultural products to household appliances, furniture, and garment, have reached millions of customers worldwide,” Mr. Hai noted. “The … [Read more...] about Vietnam eyes global retailers as key export channel