French military specialist shares experiences in theories and practices of landmine and explosive ordnance disposal for military engineers of the VPD The programme is co-organised by the Vietnam Peacekeeping Department (VPD) under the Ministry of National Defence and the French Defence Attaché Office in Hanoi with assistance from the International Organisation of la Francophonie in Vietnam. French military specialists will provide military engineers of the VPD with theories and practices of landmine and explosive ordnance disposal in compliance with international standards and share expertise with doctors of a level-2 field hospital of the Vietnam Military Medical University in raising awareness of mines and explosive remnants of war in UN peacekeeping missions. In his remarks at the opening ceremony, VPD Director Colonel Hoang Kim Phung spoke highly of Vietnam-France defence relations which have seen comprehensive and significant development in recent years, … [Read more...] about France shares experience in military engineering with Vietnam
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Rough Guides lists six must-visit places in Vietnam
The Hanoitimes - Mui Ne, Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, are just a few of the wonderful destinations in Vietnam for travelers taking a summer break, according to Rough Guides, a UK travel guidebook and reference publisher. Vietnam has long been a favoured haunt for backpackers and it's little wonder. The fragrant food markets, leafy tea plantations and generous stretches of unspoilt coastline have no trouble winning over travelers. Hoan Kiem lake. “Planning a trip, from the famous limestone stacks of Ha Long Bay to the chocolatey waterways of the Mekong Delta, here are six must-visit spots on your Southeast Asian adventure,” Rough Guides wrote. Mui Ne, a coastal fishing town in the south-central Binh Thuan province has gained the first position among the list, followed by Ha Long Bay (Quang Ninh province), Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hoi An (Quang Nam province) and the Mekong Delta, according to Rough Guides. Among those destinations, Hanoi has been ranked … [Read more...] about Rough Guides lists six must-visit places in Vietnam
Floods and landslides kill 7, leave 12 missing in Vietnam
Updated 3:40 am, Monday, June 25, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-3', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 3', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); Photo: Quy Trung, AP Image 1of/3 CaptionClose Image 1 of 3 In this Sunday, June 24, 2018, photo, authorities clear mud from a landslide that blocked a road in Lai Chau province, Vietnam. Flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains hit northern Vietnam. (Quy Trung/Vietnam News Agency via AP) less In this Sunday, June 24, 2018, photo, authorities clear mud from a landslide that blocked a road in Lai Chau province, Vietnam. Flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy rains hit northern Vietnam. (Quy ... more Photo: Quy Trung, AP Image 2 of 3 In … [Read more...] about Floods and landslides kill 7, leave 12 missing in Vietnam
Woolmark takes centre stage in Vietnam with Merino Wool Awareness Day
Woolmark has launched the Merino Wool Awareness Day to boost its footprint in Vietnam. John Roberts, general manager Eastern Hemisphere of The Woolmark Company, discussed about the firm’s strengths and future plans in the market amid growing demand. John Roberts, general manager for Eastern Hemisphere of The Woolmark Company The Woolmark Company has been in Vietnam for five years. What is the purpose of Merino Wool Awareness Day launched on June 22? Considering Vietnam a key emerging market, The Woolmark Company has been working here for five years, witnessing the country’s growing interest in the use of natural fibres and its potential for the production of quality wool products, as the country’s economic and social environment evolves. We believe that Vietnamese consumers are now ready to buy such luxury products on the back of Vietnam's steady economic and pay growth. The event highlighted the benefits of Merino wool and provides guidance on how to … [Read more...] about Woolmark takes centre stage in Vietnam with Merino Wool Awareness Day
2018 PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards given
The 2018 PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards have been won by 26 companies, with CapitaLand Vietnam claiming its second consecutive Best Developer award. The 2018 PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards being given to 26 companies at a ceremony in HCM City last Friday. Photo courtesy of the organiserAwards given The awards ceremony to honour the finest industry players took place on Friday. Besides the evening’s highest honour, CapitaLand also collected the Special Recognition in Sustainable Development (shared with Gamuda Land), and the gongs for Best Condo Development (Vietnam) for D’Edge, a luxury project in HCM City that promotes healthy living, and Best Green Development for De La Sol, a “music-themed” condo project targeting a younger demographic. KIEN A Corporation won six awards including for Best Affordable Condo Development (HCM City) for Citiesto and Best Universal Design Development for the Le Méridien Cam Ranh Bay Resort & Spa. KIEN … [Read more...] about 2018 PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards given