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Co To unveils smart app to boost digital governance, sustainable tourism
Vietnam Pictorial
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July 11, 2025
By offering convenient and transparent services, the app plays a crucial role in Co To’s strategy to become a smart, friendly, and sustainable destination, one where visitors feel welcomed, safe, and well-supported. A corner of Co To special zone....
Vietnam prepares for impact of 20% tariffs as investors back deal
The Business Times Singapore
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July 9, 2025
[HANOI] Vietnam aims to sign more free trade agreements to diversify its export markets as it grapples with global uncertainty posed by the US tariff offensive. “The global economy is being impacted by geopolitical competition, climate change,...
Vietnam infrastructure spending surges 40 per cent in first half
Vietstock
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July 9, 2025
Vietnam infrastructure spending surges 40 per cent in first half Vietnam’s infrastructure spending surged 40 per cent on-year in the first half, fuelled by a range of outstanding advantages, according to Michael Kokalari, chief economist at...
Trump to host Philippine president to discuss trade and security in Asia
Associated Press
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July 11, 2025
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — President Donald Trump will host his Philippine counterpart in the White House “very soon” to discuss how the longtime treaty allies can further deepen their security and economic engagements, the Philippine ambassador...
Is This ‘What They Signed Up For?’ New Military Missions Ignite Interest in Conscientious Objectors
Military.com
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July 10, 2025
This article first appeared on The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit news organization educating the public on military service. Subscribe to their newsletter. Joy Metzler had expected to still be in uniform, working as a junior officer at her...
President Donald Trump’s trade blitz produces few deals but lots of uncertainty
Chicago Tribune - Illinois
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July 9, 2025
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump and his advisers promised a lightning round of global trade negotiations with dozens of countries back in April. White House trade adviser Peter Navarro predicted “90 deals in 90 days.’’ Administration officials...
Bill to waive vehicle registration fees for Korea, Vietnam, WWII veterans gains support
Pacific Daily News
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A proposal to waive annual vehicle license registration fees for all veterans of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War received support on Thursday. Guam law requires every vehicle driven on the roads to be registered annually, with...
Vietnam: HCM Advances AI and Semiconductor Talent Development
OpenGov Asia
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July 8, 2025
Ho Chi Minh City is stepping up efforts to build a skilled workforce in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductor technology through enhanced cooperation with key stakeholders in the technology sector. The city’s leadership has highlighted...
Eastside Vietnamese With Options, and More Food News
Flagpole Magazine - Georgia
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July 9, 2025
ATHENS PHO (1860 Barnett Shoals Road, 706-850-0153): When the Crab Hut closed its last remaining location in the Athens area (the one on Broad Street became Juicy Crab, doing very similar things), on the Eastside, I was a little bummed. The fried...
Sarawak kids shine at Hippo English competition in Vietnam
Borneo Post
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July 10, 2025
The children from Sarawak who competed in the Hippo English Without Borders competition in Da Nang. DA NANG (July 11): The enthusiasm to prove their English chops was seen on the faces of 291 children from different countries during a balmy...
Milwaukee war hero memorial restored at Mitchell International Airport
WISN 12 - Wisconsin
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July 10, 2025
NEEDED TO BE TAKEN CARE FOR YOU AS A CLIENT. TONIGHT, A MEMORIAL MAKEOVER FOR A WAR HERO FROM MILWAUKEE. BAYVIEW NATIVE CAPTAIN LANCE SIJAN DIED FIGHTING IN THE VIETNAM WAR. THE TRIBUTE AT MITCHELL AIRPORT HONORING HIS SERVICE WAS IN NEED OF...
‘Superman’ is fighting against the odds to save DC: Box office, politics and Marvel
The Spokesman-Review - Washington State
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LOS ANGELES — He can outrun a train, hold up a collapsing tower on a fiery oil rig and fly around the world to turn back time. But Superman’s greatest challenge might just be saving the DC film franchise. The Warner Bros.-owned superhero brand —...
Paradoxical That Countries With Harsh Immigration Laws & Excessive Force Use Claim To Be Human Rights Champions : Justice Surya Kant
Live Law
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July 10, 2025
Justice Surya Kant, Judge of the Supreme Court, addressing an international audience, said that India has historically demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights, rooted in its constitutional framework and heritage, even much before...
Vietnam to introduce measures to cope with US tariffs: trade official
The Business Standard
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July 9, 2025
Vietnam will devise measures to improve product quality to cope with potential risks from US tariffs, as it seeks to expand exports to other markets and reduce its reliance on the United States, the country's deputy trade minister said on...
Vietnam to tackle U.S. tariffs with export diversification, quality upgrades
News.Az
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Vietnam plans to introduce measures to boost product quality and reduce reliance on the U.S. market, following the imposition of new tariffs under an agreement with the Trump administration, Deputy Trade Minister Phan Thi Thang said Wednesday....
Unprecedented Israeli backlash against Netanyahu: Vietnam-style phase in Gaza, deadly trap and endless losses
Middle East Monitor
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July 10, 2025
Unprecedented criticism has surfaced within Israel against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as analysts describe the war in Gaza as Israel’s own “Vietnam phase” — a deadly trap marked by heavy losses and an unending drain on resources — with...
Vietnam raises $42.5mn in govt bond auction, lowest since March 26
Business Recorder
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July 9, 2025
HANOI: Vietnam’s State Treasury raised 1.11 trillion dong ($42.5 million) in a weekly government bond auction on Wednesday, the lowest volume since March 26 and down from the $91.7 million raised last week. The uptake was also lower, with 11% of...
Vietnamese sisters rediscover their vocations through sabbatical course
Global Sisters Report
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After decades of tireless service, many Vietnamese sisters in midlife find themselves physically drained, emotionally stretched and spiritually fatigued. Ministry demands rarely ease over time, leaving many nuns at risk of burnout. A pioneering...
Vietnam holds first meeting of national election council
Xinhua News Agency
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HANOI, July 9 (Xinhua) -- Vietnam's national election council convened its first meeting on Wednesday to begin preparations for the country's upcoming general election, Vietnam News Agency reported. The election, scheduled for March 15, 2026, will...
Vietnam prepares for impact of 20% tariff as investors back deal
The Business Times Singapore
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July 9, 2025
[HANOI] Vietnam aims to sign more free trade agreements to diversify its export markets as it grapples with global uncertainty posed by the US tariff offensive. “The global economy is being impacted by geopolitical competition, climate change,...