VIETNAM: NEW ERA

The International Union of Geological Sciences has recognised Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba Archipelago in the northern province of Quang Ninh and neighbouring Hai Phong City as a world geological heritage site.

On August 19, 2024, Vietnam’s Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and China’s General Administration of Customs signed a Protocol on Inspection, Plant Quarantine, and Food Safety for Frozen Durian Exports from Vietnam to China.

Many businesses in Vietnam have developed circular economy models, focusing on waste-to-energy and producing building materials from the ash and slag of thermal power plants.

Established in 1973 and elevated to a Strategic Partnership in 2018, the relationship between Vietnam and Australia has experienced significant and comprehensive growth across all areas. During Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's official visit to Australia from March 7-9, the two nations further upgraded their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

A new night food street, to make its debut in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 7 on August 30, is expected to be a new driver for the development of the city’s night economy.

The Muong Cultural Space Museum has launched a ceramics workshop in Hanoi, showcasing over 130 unique Muong ceramic artworks crafted by artists over the past decade.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged relevant parties to make concerted efforts and resolve to complete 3,000km of highways by 2025.

The 13th Party Central Committee (PCC) on August 16 elected Senior Lieutenant General Luong Tam Quang, member of the PCC, Secretary of the Central Public Security Party Committee, and Minister of Public Security, to the Politburo. With this addition, the Politburo now has 15 members as of August 16, 2024.

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse, is on a state visit to China from August 18 to August 20 at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping. On August 19, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China Xi Jinping, along with his spouse, hosted a welcome ceremony for Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse. Following the ceremony, the two leaders held talks.

At the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President Xi Jinping and his spouse, Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam, along with his spouse, will make a state visit to China from August 18 to 20. The visit is expected to be a significant milestone, ushering in a new phase of development in the friendly neighborliness and comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between Vietnam and China, as well as in the Vietnam-China community with a shared future that carries strategic significance.

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam and his spouse are paying a state visit to China. The visit from August 18 – 20 is made at the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping. Vietnam and China, as neighbouring countries, share many similarities in culture, political systems, and development paths. Recently, through the joint efforts of both sides, the relationship between the two Parties and nations has progressed positively, achieving significant accomplishments across various fields.

Vung Vieng, a small fishing village in Ha Long Bay, is a favorite among foreign tourists. Since the beginning of the year, the village has welcomed over 39,000 visitors, with more than 95% being international travelers.

Vietnam has added three more Michelin-starred restaurants, bringing the total to seven.

Vietnamese labourers who work in the Republic of Korea under the Employment Permit System (EPS) have been appreciated by Korean employers, said Lim Seung-mook, Vice President of the Human Resources Development Services of the RoK (HRDK).

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has just recognized “My Quang” (Quang Nam-style noodle soup) as part of the national intangible cultural heritage list.

In order to meet increasing demands of passengers during the upcoming National Day holiday (September 2), Vietnam Railways Corporation (VRC) will increase operation frequency and introduce discount campaigns.

The US travel magazine Travel+Leisure has unveiled its World’s Best Awards 2024, listing the top 25 global destinations as voted by its readers. Hoi An city in Quang Nam Province has achieved a notable fourth place with an impressive score of 90.67.

Bored Panda, a leading art and pop culture magazine, has recently published an article describing the beauty of Sapa, a small town in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai of Vietnam, in the autumn.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has officially recognized “Pho Nam Dinh” as part of the national intangible cultural heritage.

The 8.5-km elevated section of the Nhon-Hanoi Station metro line, running from Nhon to Cau Giay, started commercial operation on August 8. This is a significant event that instills confidence in investors regarding the potential for infrastructure development in the capital city, attracting investment for future projects.