Day: August 19, 2022

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Football tournament marks Vietnam-Laos Solidarity and Friendship Year

The Vietnamese Embassy in Laos, and the Lao Ministry of Education and Sports and the Association of Private Education on August 19 co-organised a friendship football tournament to welcome the Vietnam-Laos Solidarity and Friendship Year 2022.

The six participating teams were divided into three pairs that received enthusiastic cheers of hundreds of spectators.

Lao Minister of Education and Sports Phouth Simmalavong viewed the tournament as a meaningful event to mark the 60th anniversary of the bilateral diplomatic ties and 45 years of the signing of the Vietnam-Laos Treaty of Amity and Cooperation.

Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Ba Hung lauded pragmatic activities held by the Lao side to celebrate the Solidarity and Friendship Year, and noted his hope that the event will contribute to enhancing the relationship between the two countries.

Within the framework of the tournament, there were art performances featuring the land and people of Vietnam and Laos, as well as their great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

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President attends ceremony marking Cam Doi victory in Quang Nam province

President Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of Cam Doi victory (August 19, 1972-2022) in Que Son district, the central province of Quang Nam on August 19.

The Cam Doi campaign lasted for 26 days and nights, from July 23 to August 19, 1972 to liberate Que Son, contributing to the liberation of Quang Nam province and the southern region, and national reunification.

Over the past years, the Que Son Party organisation has led local residents to reap marked achievements, with per capita income standing at about 40 million VND (1,709 USD) and six out of 11 communes recognised as new-style rural areas.

Earlier the same day, President Phuc and his entourage paid tribute to late President Ho Chi Minh and martyrs at a monument in Que Son district.

The locality counted a total of 14,307 martyrs during the wars against US and French forces./.

Source: Vietnam News Agency

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Verisk Welcomes Olumide Soroye to Its Board of Directors

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Aug. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) today announced that Olumide Soroye has been appointed independent director of the company’s Board of Directors effective immediately. Soroye brings three decades of leadership experience across multiple industries.

“Olumide’s experience in software, data analytics, AI, and growth-minded leadership make him an exceptional addition to Verisk’s board,” Verisk CEO Lee Shavel said. “We look forward to working closely with Olumide to ensure that we continue to drive value and positive impact for all Verisk stakeholders including shareholders, clients, employees and partners.”

Soroye, 50, is president and chief executive officer of Fortive Corporation’s Intelligent Operating Solutions segment. Before Fortive, he held leadership roles at CoreLogic, where he was managing director of property intelligence & risk management, and QuinStreet, where he was senior vice president of the company’s technology and home services business. Prior to that, he was a partner with McKinsey & Company where he drove growth & innovation strategies for several world-class technology companies.

He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School, J.D. from Loyola Law School, and a bachelor’s degree in metallurgical & materials engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria.

Bruce Hansen, chairperson of the Verisk Board of Directors, said, “We’ve added extensive experience to our board with the addition of five new board members over the last year. Olumide is a welcome addition who brings an invaluable mix of experiences and skills at a pivotal moment in the company’s growth trajectory.”

About Verisk

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) provides data-driven analytic insights and solutions for the insurance and energy industries. Through advanced data analytics, software, scientific research and deep industry knowledge, Verisk empowers customers to strengthen operating efficiency, improve underwriting and claims outcomes, combat fraud and make informed decisions about global issues, including climate change and extreme events as well as political and ESG topics. With offices in more than 30 countries, Verisk consistently earns certification by Great Place to Work and fosters an inclusive culture where all team members feel they belong. For more, visit Verisk.com and the Verisk Newsroom.

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