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☕ Afternoon briefing on December 24

The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.
☕ Afternoon briefing on December 24

Hanoi (VNA)🌠 - The following is a brief review of the day’s events as reported by the Vietnam News Agency.

- On November 30, 2024, the 15th National Assembly (NA) passed a resolution on the restart of the Ninh Thuan Nuclear Power Project and continued study of the environmental impact of a nuclear power programme in Vietnam. To meet the requirements of developing this high-tech energy source, over the next 10 to 15 years, Vietnam needs to train high-quality human resources to operate nuclear power plants. - The People’s Committee of Hanoi opened a trial for the second phase of the corruption case surrounding repatriation flights for Vietnamese citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic, with 17 defendants brought to the court.

The defendants include Tran Tung, former Deputy Director of the Department of Foreign Affairs in Thai Nguyen province who faces two charges -receiving bribes and abusing position and power while performing duties. Read full story

- Vietnam's aquatic exports reached 10 billion USD in 2024, driven by shrimp and pangasius, despite challenges related to markets, logistics, and raw materials, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) said on December 23.

Shrimp and pangasius accounted for 60% of the total revenue, with shrimp shipments climbing 16.7% to 4 billion USD and pangasius increasing 8.9% to 2 billion USD compared to 2023. Tuna exports, despite raw material shortages, hit 1 billion USD, an 18% year-on-year rise. Other fish contributed 1.9 billion USD, while squid and octopus generated 662 million USD. Read full story

- The Vietnam Science and Technology Journalists’ Club has unveiled a list of the top 10 sci-tech events of 2024, selected by reporters and editors of press agencies nationwide.Read full story

- The average bonus for the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) in Ho Chi Minh City is 12.7 million VND (nearly 500 USD) per person, up 3.3% from the previous year, the municipal Department of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs reported on December 23.

According to a survey with the participation of more than 1,500 businesses with over 310,400 workers in the southern metropolis, the highest bonus is over 1.9 billion VND at a foreign-invested enterprise. Read full story

- A prolonged low birth rate is forecast to directly impact the size and structure of the population, leading to consequences suchas labourer shortages, rapid population aging, and population decline.

Vietnam's replacement fertility rate has dropped to its lowest level in the last 12 years and is projected to continue decreasing in the coming years, according to a report of the General Department of Population under the Ministry of Health (MoH). Read full story

- As 2024 draws to a close, Vietnam’s economy is nearing the finish line of its annual targets, and continued efforts are needed to secure the best possible outcomes.

In a recently released report, HSBC revised its forecast for the country’s economic growth to 7%, up from the previous estimate of 6.5%. This optimistic projection is attributed to robust performance in manufacturing, exports, and foreign direct investment (FDI). Notably, the manufacturing sector has gained remarkable momentum, with the industrial production index rising 8.4% over the first 11 months compared to the same period last year. Exports and imports also show positive trends, while FDI inflows continue to grow. Read full story

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The natural scenery of Ha Long Bay attracts many tourists to visit and explore. (Photo: VNA)
- The Department of Cultural Heritage under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism confirmed on December 24 that Ha Long Bay is not among the 56 entries in the List of World Heritage in Danger.

Mentioning a report by Reuters on December 20 that the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) will send a team of experts to conduct a field survey at Ha Long Bay to bolster conservation efforts, the department said the move is part of the outcomes of discussions between Vietnam, the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), and the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee. Read full story

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A workshop on Vietnam’s development in economy, politics, society, environment, and agriculture over the past year is held on August 8 at the Crawford School of Public Policy under the Australian National University (ANU). (Photo: VNA)

ꦅ Australian workshop discusses Vietnam’s transformation, development

Vietnam plays an important role in Southeast Asia’s economic growth and is a key partner of her country in realising the shared vision of a peaceful, stable, and prosperous region, said Robyn Mudie, First Assistant Secretary of Office of Southeast Asia (OSA) – Southeast Asia Regional and Mainland Division at Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
Thailand to escalate measures to counter fake news. (Photo: nationthailand.com)

Thailand tightens control over fake news

The DES Ministry will seek cooperation from social media platforms to prevent the spread of fake news and monitor accounts related to such activities, he told reporters after chairing a meeting of the newly established Anti-Fake News Centre (AFNC).
MyFintech Week 2025 takes place in Malaysia from August 4 - 7, gathering nearly 1,000 industry leaders, regulators and innovators to explore the future of finance and technology. (Photo: antaranews.com)

ꦚ Banks, fintech players strengthen presence in ASEAN

Financial institutions and financial technology (fintech) players are intensifying their focus on expanding across the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), adopting tailored strategies to strengthen their presence in the region’s digital financial services landscape.
Delegates cut the ribbon to inaugurate the ASEAN Hall in Seoul (Photo: VNA)

ASEAN Hall inaugurated in Seoul

Featuring a permanent exhibition area, the ASEAN Hall will function both as a cultural showcase and as a dynamic venue for ASEAN-related events and programmes. Its inauguration on ASEAN Day added symbolic weight, marking a fresh milestone in ASEAN–RoK relations.
Rice displayed for sale at a supermarket in Bangkok, Thailand. (Photo: AFP/VNA)

Thailand promotes rice exports to key markets

Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce and rice exporters are devising strategic plans to boost rice exports amid global market fluctuations, focusing on key markets and adjusting output.
Thai Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira (//www.nationthailand.com/)

⛄ Thailand unveils 6-point plan to boost innovation among businesses

Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has outlined a six-point strategy to promote innovation, support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and push for Thailand's removal from the US Trade Representative (USTR)’s special 301 Watch List regarding intellectual property rights protection among trading partners.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Israel Ly Duc Trung speaks at the event celebrating ASEAN's 58th founding anniversary. (Photo: VNA)

ASEAN’s founding anniversary marked in Israel

Vietnamese Ambassador to Israel Ly Duc Trung emphasised ASEAN’s central role in regional mechanisms such as the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) and the East Asia Summit (EAS), highlighting its significant contribution to promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in Southeast Asia.
Thai prosecutors indict 23 over deadly building collapse

🌼 Thai prosecutors indict 23 over deadly building collapse

The 30-storey tower crumbled seconds after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit neighbouring Myanmar on March 28. The partially built high-rise, meant to house the State Audit Office (SAO), was the only building in Thailand to collapse, killing 89 people on the site, mostly construction workers.
Indonesia seeks to prevent 70% of waste from entering sea by 2029

ꦡ Indonesia seeks to prevent 70% of waste from entering sea by 2029

Indonesia’s waste generation is projected to exceed 50 million tonnes in 2025. Of the total, more than 20 million tonnes could potentially enter the ocean through rivers, coastal areas, small islands, ports, and marine activities, and thereby, pose a risk to coastal ecosystems and marine biota.
Malaysia boosts investment in innovation

Malaysia boosts investment in innovation

Malaysia’s gross expenditure on R&D (GERD) reached 1.01% of gross domestic product in 2022, a notable increase, with more than 51% contributed by the industry sector. The country is targeting GERD to reach 2.5% by 2030, in line with the national goal of transforming into a high-technology nation.
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