vietexplorer0014

On November 1, a Vietnamese studies center was opened in Udon Thani province, northeastern Thailand, as reported by VNA. The center will provide comprehensive training on Vietnam, offering data and multidimensional knowledge about the S-shaped country while contributing to the promotion of understanding and strong cooperation between the two countries. Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Phan Chi Thanh (C) cut the ribbon to open the center. Photo: Vietnamese embassy to Thailand Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Phan Chi Thanh and Vietnamese Consul General in Khon Kaen Chu Duc Dung attended the launching ceremony along with officials and students of Udon Thani Rajabhat University, representatives of Thai secondary and high schools including teaching Vietnamese, as well as representing Vietnamese expatriates in Udon Thani province. Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Khanisara Thansunthornsakun, the rector of Udon Thani Rajabhat university, affirmed that launching the center this...

President Vo Van Thuong hosted a reception in Hanoi on November 2 for a delegation of 50 leading cardiac experts and scientists from nations worldwide and ASEAN who will attend the 27th ASEAN Federation of Cardiology Congress (AFCC 2023) in the capital city, according to VNA. President Thuong praised the contributions and dedication of cardiac professors, doctors, and specialists who have made significant advancements in the field of cardiology in Vietnam over the past years. President Vo Van Thuong meets with delegates to AFCC 2023. Photo: VNA He noted that Vietnam, like other countries, is facing changing disease patterns, with non-communicable diseases such as heart diseases on the rise. Therefore, the Vietnamese cardiology sector needs to make greater efforts in early screening and timely detection of diseases. Doctors and specialists should serve as role models in health education, increasing public awareness of self-care, disease prevention, lifestyle change, physi...

Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong and Mongolian counterpart Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh visited the Mobile Police High Command on Thursday, as part of the latter’s ongoing State visit to Vietnam, VNS reported. The two leaders witnessed the technical–tactical performances of the special police, mobile police, and mobile cavalry police. Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong and Mongolian counterpart Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh with mobile cavalry police officers. Photo: VNA The horses were donated to the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam by the Mongolian Government and people, contributing to the maintenance of national security and social order. Mongolian horses are usually reddish brown or dark brown, have a well-proportioned body, a broad chest, a slim belly, big, strong legs, thick fur, and a wide neck, and are easy to raise. According to many experts, Mongolian horses are smaller than European horses but stand out for their strength and endurance. They can run contin...

Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte went on a cycling tour around the streets of Hanoi as part of Rutte’s visit to Vietnam. The two PMs started at the Government headquarters on Hung Vuong street and cycled through Phan Dinh Phung street, which is lined with ancient trees. They then continued on to Nguyen Tri Phuong street and Dien Bien Phu street, both of which are home to many historical relics. The tour ended at Ton That Dam street, where the Foreign Ministry is located. During their tour, they also passed through streets near the UNESCO-recognized Thang Long Imperial Citadel. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte on their cycling tour in Hanoi. Photo: Pham Hai The Dutch Prime Minister was impressed by the landscape and architecture of Hanoi, which combines ancient and modern features harmoniously. Before the visit, the Dutch Prime Minister shared that this was his third visit to Viet...

The Hanoi Creative Design Festival 2022, themed “Design and Technology” will take place from November 11 to 18, 2022, with some 30 activities across the capital. A show of traditional dress Ao Dai in the pedestrian area of Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi. Photo: Pham Hung/ The Hanoi Times The festival is jointly organized by the Hanoi Department of Culture and Sports, the Vietnam Architect Association, the UNESCO Office in Hanoi, the Hanoi Promotion Agency, the Hoan Kiem District People’s Committee, and other public entities. As part of the festival, some significant events will be held, such as an exhibition on creative product designs at the Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian zone featuring innovative craft designs to meet modern life’s needs and showcase artistic and cultural features. People will also experience art and design demonstrations hosted by embassies, international organizations, and creative units in Hanoi at the exhibition. At the Hanoi Old Quarter Cultural Exchange ...

Illustrative image. Photo: thethaovanhoa.vn A research group led by Prof. Dr. Tran Dang Xuan of Hiroshima University has demonstrated that the compound extracted from rice husks has an inhibitory effect on cancer cells and is safe for normal cells, according to VOV. The research titled ‘Cytotoxic Mechanism of Momilactones A and B against Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia and Multiple Myeloma Cell Lines’ was published on Cancers magazine in October this year. In this study, for the first time ever scientists have been able to clarify the mechanism of killing cancer cells of the compounds purified from rice husks, Momilactones A (MA) and Momilactones B (MB), through the regulation-related proteins (p-38, BCL-2, and caspase-3). The discovery of the cytotoxic properties of momilactone against cancer cells is expected to pave the way for future research, as well as the development of effective cancer drugs based on this compound. Nearly 19.3 million new cases of cancer and a...

President of the Vietnam-Romanian Friendship Association Ho Quang Loi and Ambassador of Romania in Vietnam Cristina Romila. Photo: VNT President of the Vietnam-Romania Friendship Association (under Vietnam Union of Friendship Organizations) Ho Quang Loi on November 3 had a meeting with Ambassador of Romania in Vietnam Cristina Romila. At the meeting, Ambassador Cristina Romila affirmed the good bilateral relations between Vietnam and Romania. In recent years, the relationship between the two countries has made many new and solid developments, bringing bilateral cooperation into depth. Economic-trade cooperation between the two countries has grown steadily, especially in the fields of seafood and pharmaceuticals. In the field of education, the delegation including representatives of 23 Romanian universities is negotiating cooperation opportunities with potential universities in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Loi thanked Romania for its support to Vietnam in the past as well ...

After a hard-working and tiring year, we will crave some relaxing time away from the bustling and crowded streets. Camping is one of the most unique and best choices for Hanoians, as it is cheap and convenient without having to travel too far or plan too much. There are many interesting and beautiful destinations that you can find just within the city, and lakes are one of them. Coming here, you will not only have a chance to enjoy the stunning natural scenery but can also create fun activities with your friends or family. Chom Nui Lake Photo: @ToanVu Chom Nui lake, also known as Hoa Son lake, is a picnic spot near Hanoi that has become more famous in recent times after young people took many stunning pictures of the lake and shared them on social media. Located in Nam Son Commune, Soc Son District, just about 40 km from Hanoi, this is a natural lake that has a charming landscape with a large area that attracts a lot of young people looking for an Instagram check-in spo...

The post Significant milestones in Vietnam – China relations appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Vietnam – France concert marks 110th anniversary of Hanoi Opera House Terraced fields in Dien Bien basin Webinar highlights preservation of Xam singing in contemporary society Hanoi in the eyes of the youth Christmas cheer in HCM City despite pandemic VinFast to launch 3 new electric car models at Las Vegas Auto Show Soft outside, crunchy inside 17th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Festival kicks off Party chief asks police to be more drastic in fighting corruption Exhibition on ethnic, religious affairs opens in Bac Giang The World Press Photo Exhibition 2021 opens in Hanoi Serene ambience of Duong Lam historic village attracts visitors Binh Lieu – Untouched beauty in Quang Ninh Mass flight cancellations as Typhoon RAI approaches Hanoi – Binh Dinh tourism cooperation in the “new normal” period Manchester United suffer COVID-19 outbreak...

At the famous Ben Thanh market in the heart of District 1, many kiosks have been left empty for a long time. Houses for rent on streets around Ben Thanh market have failed to attract any potential customers for several months. A trader says that people are trying to save money following the COVID-19 pandemic, meaning that trading activities have fallen quiet in recent times, particularly as businesses have no plans to rent their premises out. Some traders choose to rent premises in the suburban area with lower prices, thereby helping them to save money and take advantage of the current situation. A trader shares that she had rented a store at Ben Thanh market costing VND200 million per month in 2019. Now she is able to rent a small premise in an alley at a price ten times lower than before. A property on Ly Tu Trong street has a sign showing that it is for rent. Many restaurants remain closed on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai street ...