Vietnamese and Australian delegates take a photo together (Source: http://voh.com.vn) HCM City (VNA) - Ho Chi Minh City hopes the Australian Political Exchange Council to continue supporting cooperation between Australia and Vietnam in general and with Ho Chi Minh City in particular, especially in investment, trade, education, tourism and youth exchange. Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Huynh Cach Mang made the wish during a reception for a delegation from the council on November 23. Mang spoke highly of the council for annually sending delegations to Vietnam, saying this shows its goodwill and interest for the cooperation between the two countries and between Australia and HCM City in particular. The exchange between the two countries’ youths is a practical activity that contributes to enhancing mutual understanding, friendship and cooperation between the two nations, he said. Mang stressed that HCM City has actively implemented cooperation … [Read more...] about HCM City’s official receives Australian delegation
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Tien Thinh International closes Vietnam Australia trade seminars
Tien Thinh International, in collaboration with the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), conducted the chain of Vietnam-Australia trade seminars between June 4-7 in order to assist Vietnamese enterprises in making trade connections and learning about the Australian market. In the presence of Gary Dawes, senior adviser of trade promotion and representative of the New South Wales Chamber of Commerce, the event gathered approximately 300 businesses from three major cities in Vietnam, including representatives of organisations and clubs, business associations, and exhibitors such as Auscham Vietnam, BNI Vietnam, 2030 Business Club, and the World Federation of Young Leaders and Entrepreneurs in Vietnam (JCI Vietnam), among others. Besides, the event also welcomed sponsors and companions such as Spire Property, Anxun Pan Ventures, Nam Chau Son Group, Natural Fruit, and Hoang Gia Pearl, among others. “Vietnam – Australia Trade Connection” organised by … [Read more...] about Tien Thinh International closes Vietnam Australia trade seminars
BHP confirms exit from world coal body over climate stance
The world's biggest miner BHP said Thursday it was following through on a decision to leave the World Coal Association over climate change policy differences, but would remain a member of the US Chamber of Commerce. BHP confirms exit from world coal body over climate stance, (AFP Photo/WILLIAM WEST) The Anglo-Australian giant announced in December it was reviewing industry group memberships to ensure they aligned with its climate and energy stance, which includes tackling global warming through emission reductions. "In light of the material difference identified by the review and the narrow range of activities of benefit to BHP from membership, BHP has reached a final view that it will cease membership of the WCA," it said in a statement. The global lobby group had favoured the dumping of a clean energy target, which in Australia involves investment in renewables, as it supported the use of cleaner coal technologies instead. BHP has said its policy was to tackle climate … [Read more...] about BHP confirms exit from world coal body over climate stance
Vietjet launches direct air route between Vietnam and Australia
The deal was signed within the framework of the Vietnam-Australia business forum in Sydney, in the presence of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and several senior officials from the Australian Government. The Vietnamese PM also witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between Vietjet and Investec worth over US$600 million. PM Phuc said that the launch of the direct air route will contribute to promoting trade and investment between the two countries, particularly in the context of their ties being upgraded to a strategic partnership and the participation of both countries in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The Ho Chi Minh City - Brisbane route will be the first direct air route between the two cities and is expected to begin operation in 2019. According to Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director at Brisbane Airport Corporation Julieanne Alroe, the frequency of travel between Queensland and Vietnam has increased by an … [Read more...] about Vietjet launches direct air route between Vietnam and Australia
Vietnam looks to Queensland for energy
Vietnam looks to Queensland for energyBy Thu Nguyet - The Saigon Times DailyHCMC - More key Vietnamese companies are starting to look to Queensland as an energy investment destination, says a Vietnam-based representative of the Australian state.HCMC-based Trade and Investment Queensland commercial representative, Ha Ho, told the Daily via phone that some companies, such as PV Gas, PV Coal have shown interest in Queensland’s vast energy resources including LNG and coal.She added that she was helping some industrial zone private operators to look for coal suppliers from the Australian state to operate on-site electricity generators. The representative, who acts as a bridge for Vietnam and Queensland enterprises, however, gave no details about specific companies.“Vietnam is facing potential energy shortages as it tries to keep up with the rapid growth of the economy so the government is looking for sustainable energy suppliers for long term energy security. Given … [Read more...] about Vietnam looks to Queensland for energy