Vietnam news in brief - October 16
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Viettel launches Vietnam's first nationwide 5G network
Viettel on October 15 officially launched Vietnam's first 5G network, covering all 63 cities and provinces. With over 6,500 base stations, Viettel's 5G network offers speeds of up to 1Gbps, ten times faster than 4G. The company aims to take the lead in digital transformation and 5G development, making Vietnam one of the first countries in the world to produce 5G network equipment.
| Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group lauches 5G network on October 15. Photo: Viettel |
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Exhibition affirms Vietnam's sovereignty over Hoang Sa and Truong Sa
An exhibition entitled "Hoang Sa, Truong Sa of Vietnam: Historical and Legal Evidence" was opened in Quang Nam on October 15. The exhibition displays maps and documents confirming Vietnam's sovereignty over the Paracel and Spratly Islands. It aims to raise public awareness and responsibility in protecting the nation's sovereignty by showing Vietnam's long and peaceful control over these territories for over 400 years.
Vietnam seeks Sweden’s expertise in green transition
At a meeting with Swedish Ambassador Johan Ndisi on October 15, Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan expressed her desire for Sweden to share its expertise in green transition, particularly in addressing climate change in the Mekong Delta. She stressed Vietnam's need for the circular economy to support sustainable development. Ambassador Ndisi reiterated Sweden's willingness to support Vietnam's green transition efforts and promote sustainable investment.
Ban Gioc Waterfall Scenic Area officially inaugurated
The Ban Gioc Waterfall (Vietnam) - Detian Waterfall (China) Scenic Area was officially inaugurated on October 15, marking a milestone in cross-border tourism cooperation between the two countries. The tourist attraction has attracted 16,092 visitors after one year of trial operation.
| Tourists visit Ban Gioc Waterfall in Cao Bang Province. Photo: Ho Ha/The Hanoi Times |
Vietnam, Russia discuss joint organization of major events
Deputy Minister Hoang Dao Cuong and Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Gennady Bezdetko on October 15 discussed cooperation in organizing major cultural and artistic events on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Vietnam-Russia diplomatic relations, the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War, and the 50th anniversary of Vietnam's Reunification.
Electronic library preserves key works of late General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong
The Electronic Library of late General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong, launched in Hanoi on October 15, preserves 66 key publications on his ideological and theoretical contributions. It serves as an important resource for researchers, Party members, and the public, showcasing General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong's insights on Vietnam's socialist path and the Communist Party's leadership in the country's achievements.
