Abe Akie, wife of the late Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, chairperson the Japan Foundation for Social Contribution Fund (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – The Japan Foundation forSocial Contribution Fund on March 3 presen🌳ted tens of wheelchairs to disabledpeople in the central city of Da Nang.
This is part of the events of theprogramme "Vietnam-Japan Exchange Towards the Future” organised by theJapanese foundation with Abe Akie, wife of the late Japanese PrimeMinister Abe Shinzo, as the chairperson and Mikazuki Group in Da Nang from March 1-3. Speaking at the event, Japanese Ambassador toVietnam Yamada Takio said 2023 marked the 50th anniversary ofdiplomatic establishment between Vietnam and Japan. The year saw great progressin diplomatic relations, with more than 500 commemorativeactivities held in both countries. He expressed his hope that the wheelchairs willcontribute to easing the burden in the life of disabled people in Vietnam,deepening the friendship between the two peoples. The success of these exchangeactivities will contribute to further developing the relationship betweenVietnam and Japan in the future.
The Japan Foundation for Social Contribution Fund on March 3 presents tens of wheelchairs to disabled people in the central city of Da Nang. (Photo: VNA)
According to ViceChairman of the municipal People's Committee Tran Chi Cuong, the relationsbetween Vietnam and Japan are at the best stage of development, with highpolitical trust, especially in the context that the two countries have elevated their relationsto a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity in Asiaand the World. He highlighted that Japan is the leading economic partnerand the top among the 40 countries and territoriesinvesting in Da Nang. In the field of tourism, Japan is one of the key marketsof the city. He thanked the Japanese fund and its chairperson for supporting the disadvantaged in thelocality, and the Japanese Embassy and the Consulate General of Japan in Da Nang forbolstering bilateral cooperation programmes, especially aid ones at the grassrootslevel. Earlier, students fromJapan’s Kisarazu City High School and University of Da Nang visited and offeredgifts to children victims of Agent Orange in the locality./.
Potential for cooperation between the central city of Da Nang and Japan was the main focus of a workshop held by the municipal People’s Committee on July 14.
A job festival was held on July 26 in the central city of Da Nang by Dong A University and other units to connect employers from Wakayama prefecture of Japan and local candidates and students.
A ceremony to present awards for winners of a writing and painting contest promoting the Vietnam-Japan friendship opened in the central city of Da Nang on August 19.
Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Chi Mai highlighted the growing demand for Vietnamese workers in Kyushu, especially in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures. Currently, the region employs about 35,000 Vietnamese manual workers and over 5,000 IT engineers.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
In the context where AI dominates and produces vast volumes of content, the only sustainable path forward for journalism is to focus on high-quality content and core values. Journalism must redefine its mission - not to report the fastest, but to provide the most profound and trustworthy value.
Granma and the VNA have great potential for cooperation, especially in sharing content regularly, so that VNA products are published on Granma platforms and vice versa, thereby helping Cuban and Vietnamese people access true information and gain a deep understanding of each other's country and people.
During his stay in China’s Guangzhou city from 1924 to 1927 to prepare for the establishment of a Communist Party to lead Vietnam’s revolution, President Ho Chi Minh founded “Thanh nien” newspaper and released its first issue on June 21, 1925.
Vietnam and Cambodia are hoped to strengthen their robust collaboration across various sectors, particularly in resolving remaining border issues to transform the border area into a zone of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development.
The strategic product, managed and operated by the Vietnam News Agency Digital Media Centre (VNA Media), is an official channel for popularising the Party and State’s information and documents as well as delivering mainstream and trustworthy news to both domestic and international audiences through various kinds of multimedia formats.
Since President Ho Chi Minh founded Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has become the voice of the people. During the resistance war against the colonialists, journalists took great personal risks to inspire patriotism and the will of rising up against foreign invaders.
The total investment exceeded 319 billion VND (12.2 million USD), including over 261 billion VND from the state budget and 57.5 billion VND mobilised from businesses, organisations, and individuals.
The Mekong Delta province of Tien Giang is intensifying efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing as part of the country’s goal of having the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning lifted.
Throughout its 80-year history, the VNA has remained at the forefront of information dissemination. It has consistently delivered timely, accurate, and objective reports on both domestic and international events, serving the Party’s leadership, the State’s management, and the public’s demand for official news.
With strong support from local authorities, businesses, organisations, and residents, the province has successfully built or repaired 10,707 homes for disadvantaged households, including war veterans, families of martyrs, ethnic minority people, and low-income residents.
Throughout its resistance against colonialists and imperialists, Vietnam developed a revolutionary press that has served as a benchmark for just and legitimate causes worldwide.
Founded in 1842, the Vienna Philharmonic is regarded as a cultural ambassador of Austria, with prestigious conductors like Mahler and Karajan who shape its legacy. Its New Year’s Concert, broadcast to over 90 countries annually, stands as a global symbol of classical music excellence.
Abe Akie, wife of the late Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo, chairperson the Japan Foundation for Social Contribution Fund (Photo: VNA) 
The Japan Foundation for Social Contribution Fund on March 3 presents tens of wheelchairs to disabled people in the central city of Da Nang. (Photo: VNA) 
