Vietnam news in brief - December 5

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Dec 05, 2024 / 06:29 PM

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General Secretary advocates restart of nuclear power projects in Ninh Thuan

General Secretary To Lam on December 5 directed the restart of two nuclear power projects in Ninh Thuan, covering 1,642 hectares. He stressed the importance of finalizing planning, legal frameworks, and strengthening communication for effective implementation, ensuring rapid and sustainable development. The General Secretary pledged that the Party and Government will adopt the best nuclear technologies, partner with top consultants, and train highly-skilled personnel to guarantee safe and efficient project operation.

Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week 2024 kicks off

The 4th Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Week 2024 taking place on December 5-12 at Ben Thanh Market, features over 80 programs including the use of AR technology, regional collaborative events, and the 7th Techcombank International Marathon, drawing 17,000 participants. This annual event underscores Ho Chi Minh City's position as a vibrant, culturally rich, and competitive tourism destination.

A river bus running on the Saigon River. Photo: Vietnam News Agency

Vietnam Medi-Pharm Expo 2024 opens

The 30th Vietnam Medi-Pharm Expo 2024, running from December 5 to 7 in Hanoi, brings together 100 booths from Vietnam and six countries, presenting cutting-edge medical and pharmaceutical products. The event features Biopharma technologies, industry-focused seminars, and free consultations. It serves as a hub for innovation, business networking, and knowledge sharing, with an estimated 9,000 visitors.

UNESCO recognizes vietnam’s heritage preservation efforts

UNESCO has officially inscribed the Sam Mountain Ba Chua Xu Festival into the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This recognition highlights Vietnam’s successful heritage preservation efforts and emphasizes the festival’s role in fostering cultural harmony and preserving spiritual traditions of Vietnamese, Khmer, Cham, and Hoa communities in Chau Doc City, An Giang Province.

Exhibition highlights 80 years of Vietnam People’s Army

The photo exhibition themed “President Ho Chi Minh and the Vietnam People’s Army – 80 Years of Echoing Heroic Songs” opened on December 5, at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Featuring 80 rare, politically significant photos, the event honors 80 years of the Vietnam People’s Army. Running until December 25, it promotes national pride, cultural values, and public awareness of Vietnam’s military history.

Meta expands AI accessibility in vietnam

The tech firm Meta has introduced its AI platform to Vietnam for free access. The LLaMA-based chatbot offers features like text-to-image creation, travel planning, and multilingual translation. Initially launched for 20 international markets in July, MetaAI supports both Vietnamese and English languages but is not yet integrated into local Facebook or Instagram apps.

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Photos: Vietnam U22 earns epic comeback over Thailand to seize SEA Games gold

In front of a roaring crowd in Bangkok, packed with traveling Vietnamese supporters, Vietnam U22 wrote a story of belief, resilience and courage, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat Thailand U22 and lift the SEA Games men’s football gold medal.

19 Dec, 09:24 AM

Vietnam U22 stage dramatic comeback to defeat Thailand and claim SEA Games gold

Vietnam U22 overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Thailand U22 3-2 after extra time, confirming their growing dominance in Southeast Asian football.

18 Dec, 11:14 PM

Vietnam, Germany seek more sustainable economic, trade cooperation to boost 50-year ties

Through a seminar in Hanoi, half a century of friendship and cooperation between the two countries has been reviewed, while opening further avenues to promote bilateral ties in the next phase.

18 Dec, 07:12 PM

Independence and integration: Vietnam’s power of balance

Vietnam’s shift from participant to proactive contributor in shaping global norms reflects its rising confidence, deeper engagement in rule-making and commitment to stability and shared development.

18 Dec, 04:15 PM

Sweden nurtures road safety for children in Vietnam

In Vietnam’s traffic context, proper helmet use for children is a critical measure to reduce fatalities and serious injuries, drawing on lessons from Sweden’s comprehensive approach that combines safe infrastructure, strict enforcement and community education.

18 Dec, 08:08 AM

First nonstop air route between Vietnam and Northern Europe launched

The new route marks an important step in the national flag carrier’s European expansion strategy for 2025-2030, meeting increasing demand for travel, trade and family visits between Vietnam and the Nordic region.

18 Dec, 07:56 AM

Cultural contest connects Vietnamese youth in Japan with President Ho Chi Minh

A children’s cultural contest held in Tokyo has helped nurture pride, creativity and a deep connection to President Ho Chi Minh among Vietnamese families living across Japan.

16 Dec, 10:01 PM

Vietnam strengthens role in ASEAN after 30 years of membership

Apart from economics, Vietnam has strengthened ASEAN unity and centrality by contributing across all three pillars, from political-security to economic and socio-cultural cooperation, including maritime security, climate action, digital transformation and people-centered development.

16 Dec, 09:25 PM