The outdoor infinity pool at the Mercure Hai Phong.— Photo courtesy of the hotelViet Nam News HẢI PHÒNG — Mercure Hotels & Resorts has announced the opening of its first midscale property in the nothern port city of Hải Phòng. Housed in a 28-storey building in the central business district, Mercure Hai Phong is the tallest building in the city, located within SHP Plaza shopping centre. The property boasts 176 guest rooms and suites as well as 57 one- to three-bedroom serviced apartments, which are ideal for both short-term and long-term stays. “Whether in the heart of a bustling city or nestled amidst tranquil mountain scenery, Mercure offers unforgettable stays and authentic experiences,” said Patrick Basset, Chief Operating Officer for AccorHotels Upper Southeast and Northeast Asia. “The opening of Mercure Hai Phong offers guests a great city centre location where they can explore nearby attractions, including Lạch … [Read more...] about Mercure debuts in largest port of northeastern Việt Nam
Developing new technology industries in 4.0 era
Nguyễn Thị Tuệ Anh, the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) deputy director speaks at a seminar on the fourth industrial revolution and new technology industries in Hà Nội on Wednesday. — Photo bnews.vn HÀ NỘI — The Fourth Industrial Revolution is expected to create new technology industries which could drive Việt Nam’s economic growth, according to Nguyễn Thị Tuệ Anh, the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) deputy director. The CIEM held a seminar on the fourth industrial revolution and new technology industries in Hà Nội on Wednesday. The seminar aimed to discuss how new technology industries impact on enterprises. Evaluating the development of new business in Việt Nam, Đặng Quang Vinh, deputy head of the CIEM’s Department of business environment and competitive capacity, said the country had good enterprise and labour capacity, allowing … [Read more...] about Developing new technology industries in 4.0 era
Prime Minister visits old school on Vietnam Teachers’ Day
Addressing a celebration held at the school, Prime Minister Phuc recalled memories of the days he studied at the school. “From the bottom of my heart, I am always proud of the beloved Da Phuc school, and grateful for the teachers who have dedicated themselves to nurturing the personality, aspirations and morality for generations of students, including me,” he said The PM emphasized that Da Phuc school has nurtured the dreams and talents of not only young generations in Soc Son district, but also many children who moved from southern provinces to the north after the signing of the Geneva agreement. On behalf of such children, PM Phuc expressed gratitude to people in the north and teachers and friends who had created all favourable conditions and given support to southern children. He expressed joy at the achievements made by Da Phuc school, which is the top school in Soc Son district. The Government leader stressed that the world is changing fast, and in the digital … [Read more...] about Prime Minister visits old school on Vietnam Teachers’ Day
Hà Nội’s water drainage system overloaded
The capital city of Hà Nội has many areas which become waterlogged during heavy rain because of its outdated and overloaded drainage system.– Photo baodautu.vn HÀ NỘI – The capital city of Hà Nội has many areas which become waterlogged during heavy rain because of its outdated and overloaded drainage system, reported the Kinh Tế & Đô Thị (Economy & City) Newspaper. In recent years, the city has grown significantly, with the formation of many new urban centres and industrial parks, as well as a rapidly increasing population. However, investment in drainage infrastructure has not kept pace with development, while abnormal weather poses challenges to the sewer system, the paper said. Figures from Hà Nội’s Department of Construction show that there are 19 waterlogging hotspots on main roads and 180 areas on small streets and lanes across the city. The current drainage system is designed for … [Read more...] about Hà Nội’s water drainage system overloaded
Nha Trang landslide-involved construction project suspended
Viet Nam News KHÁNH HÒA – The south central coastal province of Khánh Hòa’s Construction Department inspectors on Wednesday decided to suspend construction of the Hoàng Phú residential area project (Nha Trang City) over suspicions it was partly to blame for a landslide that left 18 dead at the weekend. Chief of the office at the provincial Construction Department, Trần Văn Châu said the Thanh Châu Development and Investment Ltd.Co-invested project was located facing the 2/4 Road, 5km north of Nha Trang centre. At a hillside 60m heigh was the project’s ‘Green Hill – Hill fairy’ site, which was where the landslide occurred last weekend in Vĩnh Hòa Ward, Nha Trang City. Construction inspectors asked the investor to report on the project’s operations to the department According to Trần Văn Thọ, the Construction Department’s deputy director, the project … [Read more...] about Nha Trang landslide-involved construction project suspended