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Prior to the 5-day visit, UK International Trade Minister Nigel Huddleston spoke about the significant contribution of the Vietnam-UK trade partnership to the diplomatic relations between the two countries over the last 50 years. The trade relationship between the UK and Vietnam has continued to strengthen, with the total trade volume reaching £6.9 billion in 2022. This represents a 29% increase from 2021 and nearly double the figure from 2013. Minister Huddleston expressed his eagerness to meet with his counterparts in Vietnam to explore new opportunities and support UK businesses in accessing the dynamic Vietnamese market. The UK currently has 536 direct investment projects in Vietnam, with a total registered capital of US $4.28 billion. This makes the UK the 15th largest foreign investor in the country. In the first seven months of this year, bilateral trade between Vietnam and the UK reached US $3.95 billion, a 0.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Vietnam’s im...

Renowned vocalist Ronan Keating of Boyzone fame and popular South Korean hip-hop group Epik High are set to captivate audiences at Hay Fest 2023, hosted at Yen So Park on September 29th and 30th. Renowned Irish singer Ronan Keating. Photo: VOV/Getty Image The upcoming Hay Fest 2023 will feature a spectacular line-up of live concerts spread over two thrilling nights. The official show, taking place on September 30, promises to be a sensational experience curated by the event organizers. Additionally, on September 29, the stage will come alive as it welcomes an array of talented local and international artists, showcasing their incredible performances. Get ready to be captivated by the electrifying music and unforgettable moments at Hay Fest 2023. The music festival will showcase a diverse lineup of over 20 talented Vietnamese and international artists. Among the performers are esteemed judges from Rap Viet season 3, Suboi and Justatee. Additionally, renowned local and ov...

Overview of the conference. Ho Chi Minh City Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs held a hybrid conference on June 28 to highlight the important role of overseas Vietnamese communities in the “Vietnamese people prioritize Vietnamese goods” campaign. The event successfully drew the participation of overseas Vietnamese (OV) entrepreneurs and representatives of OV businesses in the city. Additionally, OV associations from various countries, as well as Vietnam’s diplomatic agencies in Thailand, the US, Australia, and Japan, also attended the event. Nguyen Ho Hai, the deputy secretary of the HCM City Party Committee and the head of the city’s steering committee for the campaign, has emphasized the importance of the conference as a platform for city leaders to listen and engage with expatriates, businessmen, and business representatives from overseas. This gathering presents a valuable opportunity for these individuals to share their contributions and plans, enabling frui...