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Billy Zhang, President of Overseas Sales and Service at OPPO, releases the OPPO Climate Action Report on the first day of MWC, with congratulation from Steven Moore, Head of GSMA Climate Action OPPO believes that better environmental protection can only be achieved through the parallel advancement of science and technology. Following years of research and analysis, OPPO released the OPPO Climate Action Report: Climate Pledges and Low Carbon Development Strategy , at MWC 2023. In the report, OPPO pledges for the first time to achieve carbon neutrality across its global operations by 2050. With technical support from global consultancy Deloitte, the report outlines five key areas in which OPPO will work towards achieving this goal: low-carbon manufacturing, reducing the carbon footprint of products, investing in options that generate less carbon, utilizing digital technology to manage carbon emissions, and collaborating on industry standards to address climate change. Startin...

The “Vietnam Ao Dai Week” in 2023, running from March 1 to 8, was launched by the Vietnam Women’s Union.  A charming Hanoian in her  Ao dai . Photo: Ao Dai Link An For a long time, Ao dai  or the Vietnamese long dress has been considered a great work of art, a national beauty, and also a symbol of the identity and spirit of Vietnamese women. For such great meaning, Vietnamese women usually wear Ao dai  on important occasions. In response to the program, Hanoi female officials, civil servants, and businesswomen from Women’s Unions at all levels are urged to dress in  Ao dai  at work throughout the week. In addition, many side activities will also be organized nationwide, including photo contests of beautiful women in Ao dai , Ao dai donations, Ao dai fashion shows, among others. The “Vietnam Ao Dai Week” aims to further promote Vietnamese traditional outfits among international friends and honor their value, while contributing to the com...

According to the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information, the Ministry of Information and Communications revoked a certificate granted to the International Media Joint Stock Company (IMC) on providing Paramount Network channel on Vietnam’s pay-TV services, and another allowing Ho Chi Minh City Television (HTV) to edit this foreign channel. The ministry also took back a certificate licensed to Msky Co. Ltd. on the distribution of Baby First in Vietnam, and another to the Vietnam News Agency TV channel (Vnews) on editing programmes of this channel. At present, 55 foreign channels are licensed to provide services in Vietnam. The post Paramount Network, Baby First stop airing in Vietnam appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from VietExplorer: Local photographer wins first prize at international photography award Sinbas musical for kids released Woman makes popular destination out of remote village in Vietnam Majestic Beauty of a 100-year-old...

The 22nd Partnership Meeting (APM 2023) was held in Bac Lieu on Feb. 28. The event lasts for three days, discussing investment solutions to support young people to access the equitable digital economy, green carbon, and sustainable community development. Initiated by ActionAid International, APM has run continuously since 2002, aiming to share information and improve the management quality of programs funded and co-funded by ActionAid in Vietnam. ActionAid – AFV presented VND 100 million to support handicaps in Bac Lieu (Photo: ActionAid). APM 2023 is hosted by the Management Board of Dong Hai District Development Assistance Program and Bac Lieu Union of Friendship Organizations (BUFO), sponsored by ActionAid – AFV and Bac Lieu People’s Committee. The event provided a forum to exchange between central and local partners and ActionAid – AFV. In his remarks, Le Hoang Minh, BUFO’s president said: “Bac Lieu, located in the coastal Mekong Delta, is one of Vietnam’s most impo...

GW90 Series Eye-care monitors featuring eyecare technology, ergonomic design, USB-C data transfer, charging plus integrated USB-hub connection, as well as unique coding mode to enhance efficiency of programming work and visual comfort. With over 9 in 10 employers in Singapore allowing flexible work arrangements, the nation has been labelled as one of the “strongest champions” of hybrid work. In the new era of workplace flexibility, BenQ seeks to provide hybrid employees and desk workers with a comfortable and productive set up to improve the work-from-home experience. “GW90 Series monitors help personalise modern hybrid-working lifestyles,” said Conway Lee, President of BenQ Corporation. “Their USB-C architecture simplifies multitasking productivity in traditional workspaces, at home, or even on the go. Software developers can benefit from specialized coding mode to ensure eye comfort and enhance work efficiency. Additionally, GW90 series facilitates remote collaboration with n...

At a working session with local leaders, Manhart spoke highly of potential in the Lang Son geopark area and urged the province to continue perfecting the dossier to be submitted to UNESCO for global recognition. The dossier should clarify the necessity and differences of the Lang Son geopark as compared with the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark and the Non Nuoc Cao Bang Global Geopark, he said, asking Lang Son to outline a comprehensive, sustainable management plan. Speaking at the meeting, Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Luong Trong Quynh noted that the Lang Son geopark was established in 2021, encompassing the five districts of Bac Son, Binh Gia, Chi Lang, Huu Lung and Van Quan. Its total area is over 3,800 sq.km with a population of 375,656, accounting for some 46.3% of the province’s area and 48.1% of its population. Archaeologists discovered remains of Homo Sapiens, the first modern humans, evolved from their early hominid predecessors ...

300,000 doses of vaccine from Australia to Vietnam arrived at Noi Bai airport on September 30, 2021. Photo: Australian Embassy in Vietnam Join Vietnam to fight the pandemic At the end of August 2021, when Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam struggled to cope with the pandemic, the Australian Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City promptly handed over 403,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccine to the Vietnamese representative. Robyn Mudie, Australian Ambassador to Vietnam at the time, said: “We are united in the fight against Covid-19. Australia’s support for Vietnam’s national immunization program will help save lives and accelerate economic recovery. As partners and close friends, we will weather this crisis, becoming stronger and more determined to face the challenges of the future”. According to the commitment of the Australian government, in 2021 Canberra has supported 1.5 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine for Vietnam to fight the Covid-19 pandemic. In September 2021, 300,000 doses ...