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| At the Da Nang International Airport (Photo: VNA) |
Specifically, the Da Nang International Airport in Da Nang city and Phu Bai International Airport in Thua Thien – Hue province returned to normal services from 16:00, and Chu Lai Airport in Quang Ngai province from 13:00. Dong Hoi Airport in Quang Binh province is expected to normalise its services from 17:00.
Earlier, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam issued a dispatch ordering the suspension of operations at the Phu Bai International Airport from 6:00 to 22:00 on October 27, the Da Nang International Airport from 6:00 on October 27 to 4:00 on October 28, the Dong Hoi Airport from 6:00 to 19:00 on October 27, and the Chu Lai Airport from 10:00 on October 27 to 10:00 on October 28, given that the storm poses potential threat to the safe operation of the airports.
Airlines have adjusted their operation plans to ensure safety for passengers and flights. Passengers have been advised to keep a close watch on the storm while any flight changes arising from weather conditions would be updated on the airlines’ fanpages and websites or via phones and emails provided by customers.
Typhoon Trami, the sixth to hit the East Sea this year, made landfall in Thua Thien-Hue, Da Nang and Quang Nam provinces at about 13:00 on October 27, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
According to the National Center for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, the maximum wind speed near the center of the storm reached level 8 (62-74 km per hour), with gusts up to level 10.
It is forecast that by 1:00 on October 28, the storm will move southwest and then southeast at a speed of 3-5 km per hour, weakening into a tropical depression over land in Thua Thien Hue, Quang Nam, and Da Nang. The wind speed will be at level 6, with gusts up to level 8.
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Phu Bai International Airport in Thua Thien – Hue province (Photo: sggp.org.vn)
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The meteorological agency warned of a high risk of flooding in low-lying coastal areas, as well as the possibility of dyke and embankment erosion along the coast from Quang Tri to Quang Nam.
Before landing in the central Vietnam, Trami swept through northwestern Philippines on October 25, leaving at least 85 people dead and 41 others missing.
Vietnam’s culture popularized in US
An event promoting Vietnam’s economy, culture and cuisine has been held in Washington D.C, attracting more than 100 participants, said the Vietnam News Agency.
In his remarks at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to the US Nguyen Quoc Dung provided an overview of the country's history, and diverse and unique culture, as well as the hardworking, intelligent, kind, resilient, and hospitable Vietnamese people. He also highlighted the achievements in the bilateral relations over the past time.
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| Spouses of Vietnamese diplomats in Washington DC take part in a show of traditional costumes of Vietnam. (Photo: VOV) |
The programme featured presentations on Vietnam's economy and investment opportunities in the country, a showcase of traditional costumes of Vietnam's three regions, and a party honouring Vietnamese cuisine.
On the sidelines of the event, visitors had a chance to try on traditional Vietnamese attire and experience the making of nem cuon (spring rolls), a popular dish in the country.
Gregory Bland, CEO of Things To Do DC, co-organiser of the event along with the Vietnamese Embassy in the US, said guests were eager to learn more about Vietnam's people and culture.
Vietnam's potential promoted to Mexican businesses
A delegation from the Vietnamese Embassy in Mexico led by Ambassador-Designate Nguyen Van Hai has paid a working trip to Guanajuato state to explore opportunities for cooperation between Vietnam and Mexico, as well as between Vietnamese localities and Guanajuato, the Vietnam News Agency reported.
The October 24-25 trip formed part of activities to bolster ties between Vietnam and various regions of Mexico.
During working sessions with businesses in the Bajio region comprising the central states of Guanajuato, Queretaro, and Michoacan, the diplomat highlighted Vietnam's significant economic, trade, and investment achievements after nearly 40 years of implementing Doi moi (reform), noting its average GDP growth of 6-6.5% over the past three decades.
Thanks to its sound policies, Vietnam has emerged as a rapidly developing country across various sectors. It has established itself as an attractive investment destination among emerging economies, luring thousands of companies from over 100 countries, including leading global corporations like Samsung, Toyota, Ford, and Intel.
According to Hai, Vietnam attracted US$36.6 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) last year, up 32% year-on-year. Notably, in the first nine months of 2024, the country garnered US$25 billion in FDI, reflecting an 11.6% increase compared to the same period in 2023, despite challenges posed by global geopolitical instabilities.
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The Vietnamese Embassy delegation takes a group photo with typical businesses
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Addressing a forum to foster trade and tourism exchange between Vietnam and San Miguel de Allende, a renowned tourist destination in Guanajuato state, the ambassador-designate underlined Vietnam's investment advantages such as its open economy and macroeconomic stability.
He pointed out that Vietnam, strategically located in the heart of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), serves as a gateway for international investors to access a market of 650 million people and as a bridge to 200 countries and territories that are its trade partners.
Regarding bilateral relations, Hai noted that they have been strengthened across all areas, including politics, economy, trade, culture, education, and tourism. He affirmed that trade between the two countries is expected to continue growing significantly, especially as both are members of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
Vietnamese commercial counsellor in Mexico Luu Van Khang said that ample room remains to promote trade cooperation between the two countries as more Mexican companies show interest in Vietnamese products. However, two-way trade still faces challenges due to the absence of direct transportation routes between the two countries, which increases import and export costs and reduces product competitiveness, he added.
Laura Mayela Rodriguez, President of the Chamber of Commerce, Services, and Tourism of San Miguel de Allende, held that the forum offered an opportunity for trade connections and provided a foundation for local businesses to gain insights into the Vietnamese market, especially in sectors of both sides' interest.
As part of their trip to Guanajuato, the Vietnamese delegation toured several handicraft production facilities in San Miguel de Allende and visited the 600-ha Highland Queen farm, a Vietnamese-owned establishment specialising in cultivating vegetables for export.
Vietnam, RoK expand medical cooperation
Twenty-one doctors, medical staff and interpreters from the Republic of Korea (RoK) – Vietnam Exchange and Development Committee organised a voluntary medical programme in Thanh Hoa city, the north central province of the same name on October 26, according to Nhan Dan Newspaper.
The “Thank you Doctor” delegation provided free medical examinations and consultations for over 100 low-income residents aged 50-70 and in need of treatment in the city.
Chairman of the committee Lee Jong Il affirmed that the programme will be held in other Vietnamese localities, aiming at improving healthcare services as well as expanding cooperation in the field between the two countries.
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| A local in Thanh Hoa city receives free dental examination and consultation under the voluntary medical program. (Photo: VNA) |
The program also helps consolidate the Vietnam – RoK friendship and develop a sustainable cooperation basis through collaboration with Vietnamese healthcare organizations.
The RoK – Vietnam Exchange and Development Committee, a non-profit organisation, was set up on July 30, 2024 with the participation of 270 Korean enterprises to bolster cooperation across culture - education, socio-economy, and science - technology between localities and businesses of the two nations, contributing to making the bilateral relations more substantive and effective./.