Sayings about staying strong

Lê Thị Bích Thủy of HCM City’s Gò Vấp District said thanks to regular exercise, optimistic spirit and a healthy diet, she still travels around the country on her motorbike at the age of 61. — VNS Photo Xuân Hương Viet Nam News HCM CITY — At the age of 61, Lê Thị Bích Thủy of HCM City’s Gò Vấp District still travels around the country on her motorbike with friends, often for charity. After spending most of her life taking care of her children, it is only in retirement that she has the time to achieve her lifelong dream of travelling around the country. But clocking all those ways on a motorbike requires physical strength and not a little stamina; so how does she manage it? “Regular exercise, optimistic spirit and a healthy diet, including nutrition supplements,” she says. But not all seniors can pursue their dreams like Thủy since more often than not their age, and the infirmity that goes with it, is a handicap. A recent survey sponsored by Abbott … [Read more...] about Proper nutrition vital for elderly people to stay healthy

Nation seeks strong ties with Ethiopia (26-06-2006) Ha Noi — Vietnamese senior officials have affirmed Viet Nam’s desire to foster traditional relations and strengthen multi-faceted co-operation, particularly in economics, with Ethiopia. The officials voiced their oaths during receptions given last week to a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, headed by the Head of Audit and Inspection Service, Ambassador Aman Hassen. The Ethiopian delegates visited Viet Nam with the aim of learning about the country’s experiences in economic enhancement, the economy’s operational capacity, the use of domestic and foreign sources for the country’s development (particularly in investment promotion), trade, tourism and the role of the Foreign Ministry and other relevant ministries on the issues. During their stay in Viet Nam, the Ethiopian delegates had working meetings with senior officials of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Trade, Planning and … [Read more...] about Nation seeks strong ties with Ethiopia

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Nguyễn Phú Trọng during Politburo meeting with the Standing Committee of the Police Party Central Committee on Monday in Hà Nội. — VNA/VNS Photo Phương Hoa HÀ NỘI — Party General Secretary and President Nguyễn Phú Trọng told the police forces to be “truly worthy” of their mission to maintain security and order by being disciplined, organised, and committed to prevent and combat corruption in their own ranks. The Party leader made the statement at a Politburo meeting with the Standing Committee of the Police Party Central Committee in Hà Nội on Monday. Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc and Chairwoman of National Assembly Nguyễn Thị Kim Ngân also attended the meeting. Trọng told the police to work towards being exemplary and upright units that wouldn’t “do the wrong things” in pursuit of power, wealth and positions and tarnish the “reputation and honour” of the police. The Party leader stressed the importance of Việt Nam … [Read more...] about Police must stay corruption-free: Party leader

Tollgate near new bridge to stay put despite objection By Trung Chanh Vehicles travel through the BOT T2 tollgate. The Automobile Transport Association of An Giang Province has issued at least 15 proposals addressing the allegedly incorrect location of the tollgate on National Highway 91 in Thot Not District, Can Tho City - PHOTO: TRUNG CHANH CAN THO – A tollgate near the newly-opened Vam Cong Bridge in Can Tho City will stay put despite strong protests from the Automobile Transport Association of An Giang Province and drivers over what they claimed the wrong location, according to a local transport official. Speaking at a press briefing after a closed-door meeting today, May 23, Nguyen Viet Tri, director of the An Giang Department of Transport, said that the solution to relocate the BOT T2 tollgate is unfeasible. “Delegates at the meeting objected to relocating the tollgate as it is unnecessary and may cause losses. Meanwhile, there are multiple other solutions,” … [Read more...] about Tollgate near new bridge to stay put despite objection

Investment bank Morgan Stanley calls recent reports of weaker iPhone demand "supply chain noise," and sees the AAPL pullback as a buying opportunity for investors. In a note to investors seen by AppleInsider , analyst Katy Huberty says she agrees with reports of iPhone 12 mini weakness, but adds that the overall demand environment remains positive for the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro lineup. For one, she cites reports that Apple is cutting iPhone production to 75 million units in the first half of 2021. Although Huberty admits this has contributed to recent AAPL underperformance, she says the news is "noise rather than anything that impacts the fundamental outlook." A recent Morgan Stanley check indicated that there's between three million and five million units of total iPhone build upside risk for the first half of 2021. That's because the bank's research indicates that build orders for specific iPhone 12 and iPhone 11 models are being revised up, not … [Read more...] about iPhone demand weakness just ‘noise,’ outlook remains strong, analyst says

Foreign Minister visits Japan, bolsters regional co-operation (10-03-2005) HA NOI — Foreign Minister Nguyen Dy Nien will wrap up his five-day visit to Japan today, aimed at forging further agreements on a range of issues. Topics discussed inluded Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) to Viet Nam, Viet Nam’s accession to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), bilateral trade ties and Japan’s development projects in Viet Nam, in the spirit of the Joint Statement signed by the two foreign ministers last July. During his visit Nien met Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi, Japanese Foreign Minister Nobutaka Machimura, Finance Minister Sadakazu Tanigaki and Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Shoichi Nakagawa. He also had meetings with the general secretary of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party, who is also chairman of the Japan-Viet Nam Friendship Union and numerous parliamentarians. "I think the two countries are enjoying a fine period of political ties," … [Read more...] about Foreign Minister visits Japan, bolsters regional co-operation

Party leader, Cambodian king issue declaration General Secretary Nong Duc Manh and Honorary Chairman of the Cambodian People’s Party and Deputy Speaker of Parliament Samdech Heng Somrin at the Siem Reap Airport. — VNA/VNS Photo Xuan Tuan (31-03-2005) Phnom Penh — Viet Nam and Cambodia issued a joint declaration strengthening traditional friendship and co-operation at the end of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam Nong Duc Manh’s official visit to Cambodia on March 30. Manh visited Cambodia from March 28-30 at the invitation of Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni. The following are excerpts from the joint declaration: "King Norodom Sihamoni and senior Cambodian officials expressed their admiration for the great achievements of the Vietnamese people in their renovation process and national industrialisation and modernisation. They also welcomed the independent and open-door foreign policy of diversification and multilateralism of the CPV … [Read more...] about Party leader, Cambodian king issue declaration

Government in Action (18-04-2005) Prime Minister Phan Van Khai has: Homeless drug addicts, prostitutes get care ... signed a decree on relocating homeless drug addicts and prostitutes to medical stations for a 15-day stay, pending local authorities’ decisions on measures for medical treatment. The target population includes drug addicts, 12 and over, who are caught using illegal drugs and found to be homeless, and sex workers, between 16 and 55, who are also homeless. Funds for the temporary accommodations for these people, as well as the facilities for and management of their stay, will come from the State Budget and will be added to medical stations’ annual budget allocation. Decree 43/2005/ND-CP dated April 5, 2005 Standards for highest military posts ... issued a decree stipulating the standard posts and the highest corresponding military ranks for officers of the Viet Nam People’s Army. Under the decree, the highest military rank is … [Read more...] about Homeless drug addicts, prostitutes get care

Viet Nam, Thailand eye closer co-operation (02-06-2005) President Tran Duc Luong (right) meets with Thailand’s Foreign Affairs Minister Kantathi Suphamongkhon yesterday in Ha Noi. — VNA/VNS Photo Nhan Sang HA NOI — Viet Nam and Thailand have a committment to and belief in the value of measures aiming to jointly benefit the people of both nations and the region as a whole, President Tran Duc Luong told visiting Thai Foreign Affairs Minister Kantathi Suphamongkhon yesterday. At a meeting in Ha Noi with the minister, who was paying a two-day visit to the country at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Nguyen Dy Nien, Luong said he welcomed the gesture and strongly believed it would promote and strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two sides. President Luong also called on the two ministries of Foreign Affairs and other relevant ministries to continue their implementation of the agreements signed by the two sides regarding their continued … [Read more...] about Viet Nam, Thailand eye closer co-operation

Seminar honours a Doi moi visionary (30-06-2005) Then Party General Secretary Nguyen Van Linh visits the northern Son La Province in 1987. — VNA/VNS File Photo Then Party General Secretary Nguyen Van Linh during a visit to the Vietnam News Agency office in September 1990. — VNA/VNS File Photo Ha Noi — The work of a man who was among the pioneers of Doi moi (renewal) was assessed at a seminar in Ha Noi on Tuesday. Late Party General Secretary Nguyen Van Linh was remembered as a firm, creative leader who led the Party, the army and the people in successfully implementing resolutions that introduced Doi moi at the landmark Sixth Party National Congress 19 years ago. The seminar, held by the Ho Chi Minh National Political Academy, also reviewed Linh’s life as an example for the younger generation. The seminar was held to honour the 90th anniversary of Linh’s birthday – July 1. Linh, who died in 1998 aged 83, was elected General … [Read more...] about Seminar honours a Doi moi visionary