Community Belgian Ambassador visits Kon Tum to review Belgian-funded projects The Saigon Times Daily Monday, Dec 16, 2019,13:29 (GMT+7) Belgian Ambassador visits Kon Tum to review Belgian-funded projectsThe Saigon Times Daily Belgian Ambassador to Vietnam Paul Jansen visits a kindergarten in Kon Plong District, Kon Tum Province - PHOTO: COURTESY OF EMBASSY OF BELGIUM HCMC - Belgian Ambassador to Vietnam Paul Jansen paid an official visit to the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum last week in order to get informed of the progress of Belgian-funded projects there. Over the past four decades, the Belgian Development Cooperation has supported Vietnam in a number of areas, from infrastructure to poverty reduction, social development, education, public health, water and sanitation. Kon Tum is the first locality in the Central Highlands selected by the Belgian Development Cooperation for support via different channels, … [Read more...] about Belgian Ambassador visits Kon Tum to review Belgian-funded projects
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Condotel market faces challenges
Property Condotel market faces challenges The Saigon Times Daily Monday, Dec 16, 2019,14:59 (GMT+7) Condotel market faces challengesThe Saigon Times Daily An aerial view of Cocobay Danang condotel complex in the central coastal city of Danang. The condotel market is facing major challenges – PHOTO: EMPIRE GROUP HCMC – Though investment in condotels is expected to benefit the economy and the real estate sector, the condotel market is facing major challenges, heard attendees at a forum on the legal corridor for the condotel segment. At the forum, held by the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Dien Dan Doanh Nghiep on December 14, participating experts stated that the benefits from investments in condotels included saving land and stimulating the development of the construction, service and tourism sectors. As for enterprises, this is a channel where capital can be mobilized legally and effectively. … [Read more...] about Condotel market faces challenges
HCMC, Mekong Delta localities cut deal to rev up tourism cooperation
Tourism HCMC, Mekong Delta localities cut deal to rev up tourism cooperation By Huynh Kim Monday, Dec 16, 2019,13:42 (GMT+7) HCMC, Mekong Delta localities cut deal to rev up tourism cooperation By Huynh Kim A bird's eye view of Ha Tien City in Kien Giang Province. Leaders of HCMC and 13 localities from the Mekong Delta region have signed a cooperation agreement to develop tourism in the 2020-2025 period - PHOTO: THANH NIEN BAC LIEU - Leaders of HCMC and 13 localities from the Mekong Delta region have signed a cooperation agreement to develop tourism in the 2020-2025 period at a function held in Bac Lieu Province on December 14. Duong Thanh Trung, chairman of the Mekong Delta province of Bac Lieu, noted that despite its high potential, tourism in the Mekong Delta region has not developed well, leading to a lack of high-quality tourism centers and the provision of substandard tourism products. “Thus, the … [Read more...] about HCMC, Mekong Delta localities cut deal to rev up tourism cooperation
Hanoi residents advised to limit outdoor activities amid severe air pollution
Nation Hanoi residents advised to limit outdoor activities amid severe air pollution The Saigon Times Daily Monday, Dec 16, 2019,14:51 (GMT+7) Hanoi residents advised to limit outdoor activities amid severe air pollutionThe Saigon Times Daily Many high buildings are shrouded in dense smog due to air pollution in Hanoi. Residents were advised to restrict their outdoor activities when the air quality gets worse – PHOTO: VNA HCMC – As air pollution in the capital city of Hanoi has reached alarming levels over the past week, the Ministry of Health has issued scores of recommendations for residents to alleviate the effects of poor air quality on their health, reported VnEconomy. The recommendations were jointly issued by the ministry’s Health Environment Management Agency, the National Institute of Occupational and Environmental Health and the World Health Organization in Vietnam. Specifically, local … [Read more...] about Hanoi residents advised to limit outdoor activities amid severe air pollution
Fine arts exhibition opens at Danang museum
Arts Fine arts exhibition opens at Danang museum The Saigon Times Daily Monday, Dec 16, 2019,14:51 (GMT+7) Fine arts exhibition opens at Danang museumThe Saigon Times Daily The exhibition attracts many visitors - PHOTOS: COURTESY OF ORGANIZER HCMC - In celebration of Vietnam Fine Arts Day (December 10), the Danang Fine Arts Museum is holding an exhibition showcasing artworks of local artists. On display are more than 50 sculptures, oil on canvas, lacquer and watercolor paintings created by 36 painters and sculptors in the central coast city. The artworks depict the beautiful landscapes and lifestyle of people in Danang and the central region as a whole. They also raise public awareness of environmental protection through various topics such as natural disasters and ocean pollution in coastal areas. The museum also offers annual prizes to artists with outstanding works to honor their contributions to the city’s … [Read more...] about Fine arts exhibition opens at Danang museum