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Vietnam News Agency reported that according to statistics of VITAS, total textile and garment export turnover in October reached 3.86 billion USD, up 10.7% over the previous month and 24.26% compared to the same period last year.
The export turnover in the first ten months of this year reached 36.11 billion USD, up 9.86% over the same period in 2023.
Vietnam has exported textile and garment products to more than 100 countries and territories.
Giang said that textile and garment export activities are expected to continue to improve at the end of the year, with key export markets of Vietnam such as the US, the EU, Japan, and China still maintaining growth. Meanwhile, there is potential in the ASEAN, Russian, and Canadian markets for businesses to increase their sales.
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In addition, the continuing downward trend in freight rates is also supporting the growth of textile and garment exports. In addition, the cooling interest rate policy in the US and Europe is expected to stimulate year-end shopping demand.
However, he noted that the textile and garment industry is still facing many challenges including stricter standards from buyers in the EU and US markets and a growing trend of green, sustainable, and digital development which require businesses to focus on investing in technology to adapt and seize opportunities.
Vietnam sends over 130,640 workers overseas in 10 months
Vietnam sent 130,640 workers abroad, including 41.039 females, in the first 10 months of this year, surpassing the yearly target by 4%, reported Vietnam News Agency according to statistics from the Department of Overseas Labour under the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA).
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| Workers fulfill procedures to go to the Republic of Korea for employment. (Photo: VNA) |
Japan remained the top importer of manpower from Vietnam, recruiting 62,722 workers, followed by Taiwan (China) with 48,533 workers, and the Republic of Korea (RoK) with 10,877 workers.
Other destinations for Vietnamese workers included China with 1,920 workers, Singapore with 1,774 workers, and Romania with 824 workers.
Vietnam initially set a target to send 125,000 labourers abroad under contractual agreements this year.
In October alone, 16,744 labourers left Vietnam for overseas employments, with Japan, Taiwan (China), and the RoK as the largest recipients, accepting 6,156, 4,483, and 4,601 workers, respectively.
The department attributed the early fulfillment of the target to the stability of traditional labour markets, such as Taiwan (China), Japan, and the RoK, which have continued to employ a large number of Vietnamese workers throughout the January-October period.
At the same time, MoLISA has been expanding its reach to European labour markets, which offer higher incomes and jobs aligned with the skills of Vietnamese workers.
A MoLISA representative noted that measures to stabilise and expand the overseas labour market have recently been strengthened. The selection, training, and deployment of workers under labour contracts are being managed more rigorously, while efforts to disseminate information and policies regarding overseas employment have been enhanced.
2025 Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival to spotlight cultural heritage space
The 11th Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival will take place from June 7 - 9 next year, offering a great chance for the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa to promote and honour the beauty and immense value of its sea, reported Vietnam News Agency.
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| A view of the Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa Sea Festival 2023 (Photo: Internet) |
With the theme “The cultural heritage space of Khanh Hoa's sea and islands”, the event will send out a message about efforts and determination to protect the nation’s resources, cultural values, and sovereignty over its seas and islands to domestic and international friends.
It contributes to promoting Khanh Hoa’s potential and strengths across economic, cultural, and tourism sectors in the era of development and international integration, helping Nha Trang city expand cooperative and friendly relations, attract investment, and boost socio-economic growth.
Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Tan Tuan said the festival will feature a wide range of activities including a musical performance derived from whale worship ceremony, a bird's nest festival, an agarwood festival, an Ao dai festival, art performances combined with high-altitude fireworks, an international beach volleyball tournament, an international stand-up paddleboard racing named “Nha Trang Sup Championship”, an international beach soccer tournament 2025, and a marathon race, along with other cultural and sports activities. It is expected to draw over 600,000 domestic and foreign visitors.
The Nha Trang-Khanh Hoa Sea Festival is held every two years and has become a trademark of the city since 2003. It is the most important cultural and social event in the locality, contributing to attracting holiday-makers and promoting tourism development.
By the end of October 2024, Khanh Hoa served more than 9.5 tourists. The number of visitors to the locality is forecast to reach 10-10.5 million this year.
Vietnam honoured at AFC Women’s Football Conference
Vietnam received three prizes on November 12 during the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Women’s Football Conference held in Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia after a hiatus of five years, reported the Voice of Vietnam.
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| Nguyen Hoang Phuong receives the prestigious Best Grassroots Leader award. (Photo courtesy of AFC) |
The country emerged as the big winners from the night with Nguyen Hoang Phuong receiving the prestigious Best Grassroots Leader award, whilst the Football For All in Vietnam (FFAV) initiative was recognised as the Best Grassroots Project.
Phuong earlier received the AFC Dream Asia Award 2017 for his outstanding commitment shown towards the cause of social development. Over 23 years he has been instrumental in establishing inclusive football clubs, integrating life skills and climate awareness into football training, promoting gender equality, and touching the lives of thousands of children.
Established in collaboration with the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) and the Football Association of Norway, the FFAV originally came into existence in 2001 and has since impacted the lives of almost 100,000 children nationwide. It was recognised as the Best Grassroots Project at the AFC Women’s Football Conference this year.
Furthermore, the AFC officially announced that the PVF Football Academy in Vietnam was awarded the prestigious Youth Football Academy of the Year 2024 title. This recognition is based on nominations given by national football associations across Asia.
The PVF institution is currently one of only four three-star AFC-accredited academies in Asia and the sole academy in ASEAN to reach this level of excellence. It plays a crucial role in developing young Vietnamese talent, regularly contributing players to Vietnamese youth and national teams, according to the VFF.
The AFC Women’s Football Conference was first held in 2019 and marked its return this year after a five-year hiatus. The event aims to nurture future generations of Asian footballers.
Some other prizes were awarded on the occasion, including China PR’s Tianjin Pengcheng Football Club being recognised as the Best Grassroots Club and Malaysia’s Liga Suparimau winning the Best Grassroots Competition./.