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Loading export goods at Cai Mep port, Ba Ria-Vung Tau. Photo: Hoang Hung Two main port clusters According to the Vietnam Maritime Administration, Vietnam’s seaport system currently consists of 286 ports, distributed in five seaport groups, with a total wharf length of over 96 kilometers, capable of handling a volume of goods exceeding 706 million tons. Among them, two large seaport clusters, Hai Phong City and Ho Chi Minh City, are ranked among the top 50 largest container ports in the world. Deputy Minister of Transport Nguyen Xuan Sang stated that a significant breakthrough in the plan is the formation of two special-type seaport clusters in Vietnam to accommodate international ships, namely Lach Huyen (Hai Phong City) and Cai Mep-Thi Vai (Ba Ria-Vung Tau). Lach Huyen Port, located in the North, is the deepest seaport in Vietnam, covering a total area of 57 hectares and featuring a main wharf 750 meters in length. Goods transported through Lach Huyen Port can be shi...

Ambassador Nguyen Huy Dung of Vietnam recently met with General Secretary Salah Adly of the Egyptian Communist Party at the Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt. During the meeting, Salah Adly expressed admiration for Vietnam’s impressive socio-economic developments. Salah Adly stated that the Communist Party of Egypt and the Egyptian people are always interested in Vietnam’s innovation policies and experience in politics, economics, society, Party building, and personnel training. Vietnamese Ambassador to Egypt Nguyen Huy Dung meets General Secretary of the Egyptian Communist Party Salah Adly. Ambassador Nguyen Huy Dung emphasized Vietnam’s appreciation for Egypt’s role in the region, as well as at the United Nations and the Non-Aligned Movement. During the meeting, Ambassador Nguyen Huy Dung presented Salah Adly with the English and French versions of the book “Some Theoretical and Practical Issues on Socialism and the path towards socialism in Vietnam” by General Secretary Nguye...

During the press conference on October 14, Kamitani Naoko, First Secretary and Head of the Press and Culture Department at the Embassy of Japan to Vietnam, announced the launch of Ehon Week. This event consists of various book introductions and reading activities for children and their parents. Ehon Week is organized in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan (September 21, 1973 – September 21, 2023). It is organized by the Bac Cau Foundation with the support of the Japanese Embassy and the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam. Kamitani Naoko described “Ehon” as illustrated short stories designed for preschool children or those under 10 years old. Ehon is known to be nourishment for children’s souls. An event introducing books held during Ehon Week, taking place from October 14-22 in Hanoi. “Ehon is extremely popular among Japanese children. The process of reading Ehon together with parents and engaging in con...

Hoi An ancient town, a famous tourist destination in Quang Nam province. Photo: VnEconomy Online travel agency Agoda’s flight bookings in the first half of this year reveal growing interest in Vietnam among travelers, particularly from Thailand, Australia, South Korea, and Singapore. Lam Vu, Country Director for Vietnam and Indochina at Agoda, expressed excitement about the increasing enthusiasm for Vietnam as a top-notch travel destination, according to VnEconomy. “Vietnam has an incredible ability to appeal to a wide range of travelers, offering a unique and authentic experience,” he said. “Its diverse cultural tapestry, breathtaking landscapes, and exceptional hospitality are truly captivating, and it’s tremendous to see Vietnam’s increasing appeal to visitors from all around Asia-Pacific reflected in Agoda’s flight booking data.” According to Agoda’s latest findings, Vietnam has solidified its position as a favored destination for global travelers. Thai tourists, in...