Vietcombank funds VNA aircraft purchaseLe Anh By Le Anh - The Saigon Times Daily HCMC – Vietnam Airlines Corporation (VNA) last weekend clinched a deal with Bank for Foreign Trade of Vietnam (Vietcombank) to borrow US$160 million to buy aircraft. VNA said the money would be used to pay in advance for a contract to buy eight Boeing B787-9 jetliners and another contract to acquire ten A350-XWB planes in 2015. The general director of VNA, Pham Ngoc Minh, said the national flag carrier would start implementing a major plan next year to replace wide-body aircraft with modern Boeing 787-9 and Airbus A350-900. These two types of aircraft will allow VNA to execute a strategy to expand long-haul international services. To implement its development plan in 2015-2020 approved by the Government, the airline will invest in a fleet expansion plan worth nearly VND63.3 trillion (some US$2,960 million). VNA has a fleet of 83 aircraft and will raise it to 101 next year and 150 in 2020 with many … [Read more...] about Vietcombank funds VNA aircraft purchase
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Over 3,000 VNA passengers cleared from airports
Vietnam Airlines (VNA) announced Thursday that among 6,400 passengers stranded at domestic and foreign airports due to volcanic ash, over 3,000 have boarded new flights. Illustrative photo by Phuc Hung. After having successful resumed 6 flights to France and Russia on April 20, VNA will continue to resume all other usual flights and arrange for some extra flights to Europe.VN5333 HCMC - Paris (extra flight) departing at 00.30 local time on April 22. … [Read more...] about Over 3,000 VNA passengers cleared from airports
Bac Giang, VNA step up communications cooperation
Bac Giang and Vietnam News Agency hold a conference on January 12 to review the implementation of their communications cooperation agreement in 2017. (Photo: VNA)Bac Giang (VNA) – The People’s Committee ofnorthern Bac Giang province and the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) held a conferenceon January 12 to review the implementation of their communications cooperationagreement in 2017 and map out plans for 2018.Under the terms of the agreement, the VNA has popularisedthe images of Bac Giang province and introduced its achievements,socio-economic development potential and policies to readers and viewers bothat home and abroad through online and print publications and televisionchannel. More than 900 news stories, articles and photos about BacGiang were published in the VNA’s source information websites and about 80reportages were aired on its television channel.The cooperation in communications has contributed to theprovince’s social and economic successes last year. … [Read more...] about Bac Giang, VNA step up communications cooperation
VNA selects 10 outstanding economic events in 2017
Viet Nam News Agency (VNA) has selected what it considers to be the 10 most outstanding economic events of Viet Nam in 2017. 1. All 13 socio-economic targets fulfilled For the first time in years, Viet Nam completed and surpassed all 13 socio-economic targets set by the National Assembly. The macro-economy was stable, inflation was under control, while the State budget collection and major economic indicators met requirements. The country’s gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 6.81 per cent – the highest level since 2011, while its export revenue reached US$213.77 billion, up 21.1 per cent from the previous year. Viet Nam attracted almost $36 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI), welcomed around 13 million international tourists and opened more than 120,000 new businesses. 2. APEC 2017 promoted regional co-operation and enhanced Viet Nam’s position With the theme … [Read more...] about VNA selects 10 outstanding economic events in 2017
VNA selects 10 outstanding economic events
Hanoi, (VNA) – The Vietnam NewsAgency (VNA) has selected 10 outstanding economic events of Vietnam in 2017 asfollows:1. All 13 socio-economic targets fulfilled Illustrative image (Source: VNA)For the first timein years, Vietnam completed and surpassed all 13 socio-economic targets set bythe National Assembly. The macro-economy was stable, inflation was undercontrol, while the State budget collection and major economic indicators metrequirements. The country’s gross domestic product (GDP) expanded by 6.81percent – the highest level since 2011 - while its export revenue reached213.77 billion USD, up 21.1 percent from the previous year. Vietnam attracted almost36 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI), welcomed around 13 millioninternational tourists and saw over 120,000 new businesses.2. APEC 2017: Promoting regional cooperation, enhancing Vietnam’s position President Tran Dang Quang and his spouse take photo with leaders of APEC economies (Source: … [Read more...] about VNA selects 10 outstanding economic events
Top ten world events in 2017: VNA
1. ASEAN creates central role in region after 50 years of establishment 2017 marks 50 years of establishment and development of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). From an association with just five founding countries, ASEAN now groups ten members which have overcome various difficulties and differences to contribute to peace and prosperity in the region and the world. Of note, with the formation of the ASEAN Community in December 2015, ASEAN became the world’s sixth largest economy and the most dynamic economic community in Asia-Pacific. The association has created an important position that is rarely seen in sub-regional linkages, with mechanism connecting its member countries, as well as its member countries with other major partners. Photo: thediplomat.com 2. 19th CPC National Congress marks new development period of China Taking place from October 18-24, 2017, the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) … [Read more...] about Top ten world events in 2017: VNA
VNA selects top ten world events in 2017
Hanoi (VNA) - The Vietnam News Agency has selected the top ten worldevents for 2017 as follows:1. ASEAN creates central role in region after 50 yearsof establishment Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc (fourth from left) attended 31st ASEAN Summit in Manila, the Philippines in November. (Photo: VNA)2017 marks 50 years of establishment and development of the Association ofSoutheast Asian Nations (ASEAN). From an association with just five foundingcountries, ASEAN now groups ten members which have overcome variousdifficulties and differences to contribute to peace and prosperity in theregion and the world. Of note, with the formation of the ASEAN Community inDecember 2015, ASEAN became the world’s sixth largest economy and the mostdynamic economic community in Asia-Pacific. The association has created animportant position that is rarely seen in sub-regional linkages, with mechanismconnecting its member countries, as well as its member countries with othermajor partners. 2. 19th … [Read more...] about VNA selects top ten world events in 2017
VNA Television celebration marks first anniversary
The Vietnam News Agency's (VNA) VNEWS television channel celebrated its first anniversary yesterday. Speaking at the ceremony, VNA Deputy General Director Nguyen Hoai Duong said: "The channel marks a big change on the VNA road map. Now, the entire country as well as a number of neighbouring nations can receive our service. This success is thanks to the traditions of the VNA as well as support from leaders." It was not simple to build a large television channel in the new information age, but with our determination and unanimity, I believed we would succeed, Duong said. On the occasion, the Prime Minister awarded the certificate of merit to the VNA Television Centre. VNEWS, broadcast 24 hours a day, aims at delivering fast, accurate news. Source: VNS … [Read more...] about VNA Television celebration marks first anniversary
VNA, USTH join forces to train aircraft maintenance engineers
VNA, USTH join forces to train aircraft maintenance engineersLe Anh HCMC - Vietnam Airlines Engineering Company (VAECO), an arm of national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines (VNA), and the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH) have clinched an agreement to jointly train aeronautical staff, especially aircraft maintenance engineers. The two sides will cooperate in a bachelor program in aeronautical engineering and a Master’s program in international air transport operation management. Under the deal, USTH will coordinate with VNA to promote the two programs and enroll students. The university will also provide facilities and lecturers to make the programs efficient. Meanwhile, VNA pledged to annually recruit 30 graduates from the bachelor program in aeronautical engineering for VNA or VAECO in the 2018-2022 period. The airline will choose people to attend the Master’s program as well. Vietnam Airlines and VAECO will make conditions favorable for … [Read more...] about VNA, USTH join forces to train aircraft maintenance engineers
VNA increases 1,100 flights for Tet holiday season
From February 9- 12 and February 20-26, Vietnam Airlines will add around 115- 160 flights after 12 pm to 5:55 am next day.The increase is applied for 15 domestic routes connecting between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City/ Vinh/Can Tho/ Phu Quoc, between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang/ Hai Phong/ Thanh Hoa/ Vinh/ Dong Hoi/ Hue/ Pleiku/ Quy Nhon/ Buon Ma Thuot/ Nha Trang/ Phu Quoc.VNA is expected to increase around 237 flights connecting between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City by Boeing 787, Airbus A350 and A330; and add around 104 flights connecting between HCMC and Hue by Airbus A321.Vietnam Airlines recommends customers to buy tickets via www.vietnamairlines.com or at the ticket offices and official agents of Vietnam Airlines.BY BICH QUYEN- Translated by Huyen Huong … [Read more...] about VNA increases 1,100 flights for Tet holiday season