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Important milestones and outstanding achievements in the Vietnam-Singapore relationship were showcased through various commemorative activities held in both countries. Vietnam and Singapore officially established diplomatic relations in 1973, and since 2013, the relationship has been elevated to a strategic partnership. High-level visits and contacts have been actively maintained, fostering extensive cooperation in multiple fields. Economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Vietnam and Singapore serves as a model for bilateral economic relations in Southeast Asia. Both countries are consistently among each other’s top 15 trading partners. In 2022, bilateral trade turnover reached approximately US$9.15 billion, marking an 11.6% increase compared to 2021. Singapore is Vietnam’s leading economic partner in the region, with 3,274 valid projects and a total registered capital of about US$73.5 billion. The Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Parks (VSIPs) symbolize the economic coope...

In particular, the People’s Committee of Co To district (Quang Ninh province) advised tour operators, shipping lines, owners of accommodation facilities, and tourism services to inform all visitors not to bring plastic bags to the island. Co To island district government has also made efforts to raise awareness about environmental protection such as not using plastic bags and disposable plastic items, beside the “no plastic bags” recommendation. Although many tourists cooperated with the local authority to keep the island plastic-waste-free, there are still many people who carry plastic bags to the island, polluting the sea and island environment. The program “Co To says no to plastic waste” continues to recommend tourists not to bring plastic bags and disposable plastic items when going to the island, stressing that it will not only help the locality keep the air and environment clean but also minimize the amount of waste going into the ocean. The most important reason is that w...

Vietnam News Today (Apr. 22) notable headlines Vietnam-Cuba ties will last forever: NA leader Vietnam supports foreign investors for win-win outcome Vietnam ​- pioneer in implementation of “green” commitments Overseas remittances to HCM City rise sharply Vietnamese spices have absolute comparative advantage globally Vietnam and Cuba seek to increase economic cooperation Three foreign investors to pour US$3.7 billion into Vietnamese projects Hung Kings’ commemoration to be marked in nearly 20 foreign countries Vietnam, Cuba look to step up sci-tech cooperation NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue (R) presents a souvenir to representatives of ICAP (Photo: VNA) Vietnam-Cuba ties will last forever: NA leader The brotherhood, traditional friendship, comprehensive cooperation, loyalty and solidarity between Vietnam and Cuba will last forever, National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has stated. The Vietnamese top legislator made the statement while meeting with leader...

Armpit pork and grilled meat In the Northwest highlands, pork dishes always attract many tourists, Lai Chau is no exception. Cattle here is raised naturally, making the meat firmer and tastier. Photo: Hoahoctro.tienphong.vn The armpit pig is a breed of pig that people let loose in the forest to feed themselves. Each one usually weighs between ten to fifteen kilograms. They can be cooked in many ways such as baking, steaming, or stewing. Photo: Hoahoctro.tienphong.vn Grilled meat is not only a dish that tourists should enjoy when they come to Lai Chau, but it can also be a special gift for their relatives and friends. This meat dish is made with typical spices of the Northwest mountains, so it has its own unique flavor and features. The meat is hung on people’s stoves, using the heat of the fire from burning wood to make it firm. When needed, they just need to take it down and heat it over the fire until the meat is tender. Purple sticky rice Purple sticky r...