The Hanoitimes - Such a deal would ensure a more comprehensive bilateral cooperation in various spheres, especially economy and trade, stated the Spokesperson of Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang. Vietnam and the UK are accelerating negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA), with a view to signing the deal by year-end, according to Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang. Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang. Photo: VNA. “Such a deal would ensure a more comprehensive bilateral cooperation in various spheres, especially economy and trade,” said Mrs. Hang at a press conference on December 3. The spokesperson stated that Vietnam will give top priority to cooperative relations with the UK, especially as this year marks 10 th anniversary of the UK – Vietnam strategic partnership. UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab previously visited Vietnam from September 29 - 30 with the trade deal at … [Read more...] about Vietnam, UK eye trade deal signing by year-end
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UK foreign minister seeks trade deal in Vietnam visit
The Hanoitimes - Both Vietnam and the UK are looking for a trade deal after Brexit. UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is scheduled to visit Vietnam from September 29 – 30 to hold talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Binh Minh, with a trade deal at the top of the agenda ahead of the ending of the transition period for Britain's exit from the European Union this year, Nikkei Asia reported. UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to seek a trade deal with Vietnam in two-day visit. Photo: Reuters. Britain hopes to strengthen economic ties with Asia-Pacific countries and expand trade beyond Europe after Brexit. Vietnam approved a free trade deal with the EU in June and the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement came into effect in August. Without a new bilateral trade deal with Vietnam, Britain faces higher tariffs from January 2020. Additionally, Britain is also seeking to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), an … [Read more...] about UK foreign minister seeks trade deal in Vietnam visit
Experts worried about impacts of Chinese Red River dams
The situation is set to worsen and Hanoi has to pay due attention, they add. In the last week of February, the Red River section that flows through Lao Cai Province in northern Vietnam has become so clear that there are some shallow areas towards the banks where the river bed can be seen at a depth of one meter. This is a highly unusual development because the Red River is known for its reddish or pinkish hue. Dao Trong Tu, head of the executive board of the Vietnam Rivers Network, said one possible reason for the changes seen in the Red River is rooted in China. A series of hydropower plants and reservoirs operated by China further upstream could have held back alluvium, he said. The Red River, over 1,100 km long, originates in China and flows through 26 localities in northern Vietnam including Lao Cai, Yen Bai, Phu Tho, Vinh Phuc and Hanoi, with a combined population of more than 26 million. The river section that flows through Vietnam is about 510 km long. Tu said that of … [Read more...] about Experts worried about impacts of Chinese Red River dams
Ede ethnic’s ritual ceremony to be performed in Hanoi
The Hanoitimes - The ritual is taking place under the exhibition which will last until November 23. The Water God worshiping ceremony of the Ede people, part of the exhibition entitled "Travel Through Vietnamese Heritage Regions 2020," is being held at the Vietnam Culture and Arts Exhibition Center, Hanoi. The ceremony will be performed by the Ede ethnic people from Buon Dung village. Photo: Khanh Hoa newspaper The ritual ceremony is usually organized by Ede ethnic minority in Ninh Tay commune, Khanh Hoa province in January, aiming at giving thanks to the Water God for bringing luck, good weather, bumper crops and good health to the villagers. The ceremony will be performed by the Ede ethnic people from Buon Dung village so as to introduce this cultural heritage more vividly. Although it is only presented in the theatrical form and summarized in approximately 60 minutes, the Water God worship ceremony of the Ede ethnic group in Hanoi encompasses the full … [Read more...] about Ede ethnic’s ritual ceremony to be performed in Hanoi