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Straits Times
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
President Tharman, SM Lee send condolence letters to Vietnam after death of former president
Vietnam's former president Tran Duc Luong died on May 20 at the age of 88 after an illness. PHOTO: AFP President Tharman, SM Lee send condolence letters to Vietnam after death of former president SINGAPORE - President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong sent condolence letters to Vietnam's leaders on May 26, following the death of the country's former president Tran Duc Luong. Mr Luong died on May 20 at the age of 88 after an illness, reported Viet Nam News . He served as Vietnam's president from 1997 to 2006 . 'On behalf of the people of Singapore, I would like to offer my deepest condolences on the passing of former president Tran Duc Luong,' President Tharman wrote to his counterpart, President Luong Cuong. Mr Tharman noted that Mr Luong had 'served his country with steadfast determination during a time of profound transformation for Vietnam'. He added that the late Vietnamese leader had helped to steer his country in the aftermath of Doi Moi, or a series of market reforms in 1986, seeing Vietnam through the Asian financial crisis of 1997, and 'its integration into Asean's structures' after it became a full member in 1995. 'His contributions were immense, and will be remembered,' said Mr Tharman. SM Lee wrote to Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, remembering his introductory visit to Vietnam in December 2004 where he met Mr Luong as then Prime Minister of Singapore. 'President Luong was a statesman who devoted his life to serving his country,' said SM Lee. 'Under his leadership, Vietnam advanced steadily along its reform path and deepened its engagement with Singapore and the rest of the region. He played a crucial role in laying the foundation for the enduring trust and friendship between our two countries. His legacy will be remembered.' Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
Straits Times
26-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
President Tharman, SM Lee send condolence letters to Vietnam after passing of former president
Vietnam's former president Tran Duc Luong died on May 20 at the age of 88 after an illness. PHOTO: AFP President Tharman, SM Lee send condolence letters to Vietnam after passing of former president SINGAPORE - President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong sent condolence letters to Vietnam's leaders on May 26, following the death of the country's former president Tran Duc Luong. Mr Luong had died on May 20 at the age of 88 after an illness, reported Viet Nam News . He served as Vietnam's president from 1997 to 2006 . 'On behalf of the people of Singapore, I would like to offer my deepest condolences on the passing of former President Tran Duc Luong,' President Tharman wrote to his counterpart, President Luong Cuong. Mr Tharman noted that Mr Luong had 'served his country with steadfast determination during a time of profound transformation for Vietnam'. Mr Tharman added that the late Vietnamese leader had helped to steer his country in the aftermath of Doi Moi, or a series of market reforms in 1986, seeing Vietnam through the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997, and 'its integration into Asean's structures' after it became a full member in 1995. 'His contributions were immense, and will be remembered,' said Mr Tharman. Mr Lee wrote to Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, remembering his introductory visit to Vietnam in December 2004 where he met Mr Luong as then-Prime Minister of Singapore. 'President Luong was a statesman who devoted his life to serving his country,' said Mr Lee. 'Under his leadership, Vietnam advanced steadily along its reform path and deepened its engagement with Singapore and the rest of the region. He played a crucial role in laying the foundation for the enduring trust and friendship between our two countries. His legacy will be remembered.' Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
South China Morning Post
15-04-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Vietnam city to ban classes after 8pm to ease student stress, curb private tutoring
Ho Chi Minh City plans to ban evening supplementary classes to protect student well-being, as the Vietnamese city further tightens control over its private tutoring industry. Advertisement Ending extra classes by 8pm would allow students to spend more time with family and promote a more balanced lifestyle, said Ho Tan Minh, chief of office at the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training, on Friday. He pointed to the significant time many students already spent in full-day schools, which typically ran from morning until 4 or 5pm, according to English daily Viet Nam News. The city's heavy traffic congestion, which added to students' commute times, also factored into the decision, Minh added. This move is the latest in a series of efforts over the past decade to regulate Ho Chi Minh City's booming private tutoring sector. Advertisement Previous measures included a ban on private tutoring for primary school pupils and directives requiring school principals to remind teachers of their responsibility to deliver comprehensive instruction during regular hours so that students do not need extra tuition.
South China Morning Post
30-03-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Will Vietnam's trade charm offensive be enough to placate Trump?
Vietnam , as one of the countries with the highest trade surplus with the United States , has done a lot to appease American concerns. Hanoi's actions, such as promises to buy more US goods and invest in the country, appear to have satisfied senior US officials. But the question is: will these moves be enough to placate US President Donald Trump Advertisement During a meeting on March 14 between Vietnam's Industry and Trade Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and US Trade Representative Jamieson L. Greer, the latter expressed appreciation for what he viewed as Vietnam's proactive coordination and straightforward goodwill approach to addressing current US concerns. The two sides witnessed the signing of a series of cooperation agreements and contracts for the purchase of machinery, equipment, raw materials, services and goods between Vietnamese and US enterprises, amounting to a total value of US$4.15 billion. According to a Viet Nam News report, Vietnam has also allocated US$50.2 billion for aircraft procurement, aviation services, oil-and-gas exploration, and refined petroleum imports. An additional agreement for US$36 billion is currently under negotiation and is expected to be finalised soon. In total, the value of economic and trade agreements signed between Vietnamese and US enterprises stands at US$90.3 billion. Given that Vietnam's gross domestic product stood at US$476 billion last year, this signifies a strong commitment to resolving the trade balance issue with the US. Vietnam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (left) looks on as Industry and Trade Minister Nguyen Hong Dien signs a trade agreement in New Zealand last year. Photo: AFP Vietnam has pulled out all the stops to placate Washington. Given the importance of Dien's visit to the US , he held the additional title of 'special envoy of the prime minister', conveying the Vietnamese government's readiness to discuss all economic issues with the US, especially the trade balance. Shortly after the US presidential elections, To Lam, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, congratulated Trump, demonstrating Hanoi's willingness to strengthen political communications and thereby reduce the likelihood of US tariffs. Advertisement Whether these measures will appease the Trump administration remains uncertain. This will depend, in part, on the speed at which the US$90.3 billion is spent. For now, the timeline is ambiguous. The government's e-newspaper indicated that the spending would commence this year, but Nguyen Quoc Dung, the Vietnamese ambassador to the US, clarified that the relevant period would span from 2025 to 2030. He added that the US had no additional requirements for Vietnam and would continue discussions with Hanoi pending its decisions. This is probably the highest commitment that the US trade representative could make in such unpredictable circumstances.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Authorities announce incredible milestone in fight against deadly disease: 'Early detection and treatment … are essential'
Vietnam's Ministry of Health recently shared good news about the number of malaria cases in the country last year. In 2024, only 353 cases were recorded, a 21% decrease compared to the previous year. There also were no reported deaths, and one-third of the cases were "imported," per Viet Nam News. The country has been working to eliminate malaria by 2030 and appears to be on track, as cases have dropped by almost 98% in the last decade and 48 localities have been declared malaria-free. "Early detection and treatment of parasite carriers are essential, as these individuals are the main sources of transmission, particularly in imported cases," Hoàng Đình Cảnh, director of the National Institute of Malariology, Parasitology, and Entomology, told Viet Nam News. Which of these factors would be your biggest motivator in buying eco-friendly furniture? Durable materials Chic design Lower price Not interested Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Cảnh also explained that preventative measures such as spraying for mosquitoes and sleeping under nets are key to the elimination of the disease. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half the world's countries are at risk from malaria, with young children and pregnant women the most vulnerable populations. Ongoing changes to the climate, especially increasing temperatures, could increase malaria and other mosquito-borne illnesses, including Zika virus and dengue fever. The World Health Organization reports that warmer climates and changing weather patterns can expand the regions that support mosquitos and other disease vectors, helping them spread to areas ill-prepared to deal with them. Even with these concerns, malaria has slowly but steadily receded across the globe. Last year, the WHO added the African island nation of Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country to the list of 43 countries and one territory with certification. Scientists have also developed a vaccine for malaria, and there has been success with administering it in Africa. The WHO reported the three-dose treatment caused deaths to drop by 13% in young children over the course of a four-year pilot program. Join our free newsletter for easy tips to save more and waste less, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
