Kalasin, "Settha" went to the area to follow up on the problem of the Chi River barrier wall collapsing. While the villagers welcomed him cheerfully, they held up signs: "Maha Sarakham loves Thaksin - wants 10,000 baht in digital money." Then at 12.00 hrs. on March 2 in Kalasin Province, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. Inspect and follow up on solving the problem of the Chi River barrier wall collapsing at the temporary Chi River barrier area, km. 2+300, Ban Non Daeng, Lam Chi Subdistrict, Khong Chai District, Kalasin Province. With Mr. Suthin Khlangsaeng, Minister of Defense, also joining the group. When the Prime Minister arrived Look at the point where the wall blocking the Chi River collapsed. and listen to a report summarizing the problem solving before walking to greet the people who came to welcome them closely There were people holding signs with messages such as Maha Sarakham loves Thaksin, wants 10,000 baht digital currency, rice prices are cheap but fertilizer price s are expensive, etc. There were also MPs. In the area specified Mr. Settha is considered to be the first Prime Minister to visit the Khong Chai District area. Source: Thai News Agency
Nung ethnic hamlet attracts tourists with traditional rammed earth houses
Hanoi: The ordinary yet peaceful lifestyle of Nung ethnic people has been preserved well in Bac Hoa hamlet, Tan Son commune, Luc Ngan district, Bac Giang province. Visiting the hamlet, nestled against the mountains and is blessed with a smooth stream creating a picturesque landscape, tourists can immerse themselves in the simple life of this ethnic community consisting of 160 households. Especially, there are households that have preserved the traditional Nung structures with rammed earth walls and yin-yang tiled roofs. Together with the distinctive culture and lifestyle of local villagers, these traditional houses are a signature feature attracting tourists to visit and explore. There are so many things to do here for tourists - admiring the picturesque landscape, visiting traditional rammed earth houses, learning about the scarf hand-weaving or traditional indigo dying process, and tasting delicious local food. According to Deputy Chairman of Luc Ngan district's People Committee Truong Van Nam, with an aim to preserve the cultural values of Bac Hoa hamlet and the ethnic identity of the Nung people, the People's Committee has implemented plans for the restoration and conservation of rammed earth houses. 'The district has also included the rammed earth houses in Bac Hoa hamlet in a programme for conservation and promotion of cultural heritage of ethnic minorities in the period from 2020 to 2030,' he said. In addition, the province has also established a Soong hao singing club, aiming to promote and preserve the traditional singing art form of the Nung ethnic group. Head of the hamlet Vi Van Cheo said that in recent years, his village has greeted many visitors, including researchers, tourists, students and enthusiasts who came to explore and experience the unique cultural traditions of the local Nung community. Experts and tourist enterprises believe that community-based tourism and agritourism would be most suitable for the hamlet. However, it is necessary to have a strategy to promote the image and attra ct a large number of tourists to Bac Hoa./. Source: Vietnam News Agency
Prime Minister visits Kalasin area Follow up on flood-drought solutions
Kalasin, The Prime Minister visits the Kalasin area. Follow up on solving flood-drought problems Shouting out that he must not give it. The people are in trouble. Said he was glad to come back again. Ready to take the best care of you While the villagers flocked to welcome Please take a photo too. Mr. Settha Thaweesin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, inspected the solution to the flood and drought problems at the Kut Khaen Electric Water Pumping Station, Chao Tha Subdistrict, Kamalasai District, Kalasin Province. with Mr. Sanan Phong-aksorn, Governor of Kalasin Province welcome When the Prime Minister arrived Receive a briefing on ways to solve problems and increase efficiency at the Kut Khaen electric water pumping station. With a request in mid-2024 totaling 91 million baht for dredging operations because the area is quite narrow, causing flooding in the area and causing distress to villagers. The Prime Minister also inquired further about whether the excavation must be removed from the area or not. If stuck with the law Please expedite coordination with the government. because the water will not flood. Meanwhile, Mrs. Monporn Charoensri, Deputy Minister of Transport, reported that weeds will be processed into animal feed. After that, the Prime Minister walked and met with people in the area. with people coming to tie loincloths and brought a sarong for the Prime Minister to wear The Prime Minister wore a sarong throughout his meetings with the people. While the villagers teased her to tie it tightly or it would fall off, the Prime Minister also took pictures with the people and MPs in the area, making a heart-shape with their hands together. After that, Mr. Settha Said to the people who came to welcome him: Hello everyone, big daddy and big momma. Very glad to be back in Kalasin Province once again. After coming during the campaign last year. And he wanted to come and see water management. Agricultural crop prices which will be best done Today we have a budget for you. and came to take care of dr edging the reservoir to store water better and prevent flooding Fellow citizens will not have to suffer. Today they are happy and will come back again next year. Source: Thai News Agency
Football: ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup’s draw to take place in Hanoi
Hanoi: The 2024 ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup's draw will be take place on May 21 in Hanoi, featuring a new logo and brand identity. This is the 15th edition of the football event and will be held from November 23 to December 21. Ten ASEAN national teams will compete to win the Championship title, the most coveted prize in the region. The ASEAN Football Federation and title partner Mitsubishi Electric launched a new logo and brand identity for the event. As part of the rebranding, the region's premier competition formerly known as the AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup, has also been renamed as the ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup 2024. Designed in the five colours shared by the various flags of ASEAN nations, it symbolises the unity and bond of the 12 AFF Member Associations woven together in their spirit of competition. Held biennially, ASEAN Mitsubishi Electric Cup is the region's largest football event. Since its inception in 1996, the competition, which features ASEAN national teams has grown from strength to strength with each edition. In 2022, the Cup achieved a record of more than 438 million viewers on television and digital streaming platforms. Additionally, digital media channels Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and X registered 4.2 billion views of event-related videos. The tournament is considered FIFA's official event in 2016. Only four teams have won title after 14 editions. Defending champions Thailand lifted the cup seven times. Singapore won four, Malaysia one and Vietnam two. In the previous finals, Thailand beat Vietnam 3-2 on aggregate to take the title./. Source: Vietnam News Agency
Musical ‘showdown’ of Disney creations to be presented in Hanoi
Hanoi: Fans of Disney creations will have a chance to see their favourite characters on stage at an exclusive musical performance to be presented in Hanoi next week. Disney 101: The Ultimate Showdown, to be staged by the Impact Theatre Saigon (ITS), is expected to be an unforgettable event for hardcore fans who have followed Disney's 101-year journey. The performance is also a "101" class for those who want to understand why this name has such an attraction. The vibrant musical performance is a dynamic combination of a live band and more than 20 professional musical artists from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Singapore. During the two-hour show, the audience will witness an intense theatrical combat between Team Disney Classic and Team Disney Channel - High School Musical confronts The Little Mermaid, Hannah Montana battles Mulan, The Lion King meets Phineas and Ferb. Theatre-goers can sing, dance and laugh with their favourite Disney characters. They are also invited to cosplay to transform themselves int o their favourite Disney characters for a chance to receive beautiful gifts from ITS. In January, the 'showdown' had its successful debut in HCM City, attracting thousands of theatre-goers to enjoy. Commenting on the performance, conductor Tran Nhat Minh, who is co-founder of the Saigon Pops Orchestra, said: "ITS has professional musical programmes that have been staged at a high level." According to Meritorious Artist Thanh Loc, ITS is always smart in creativity and attracts fans with their talent. Receiving such positive response from the audience in HCM City, the ITS has decided to bring the performance to even more audiences in Vietnam. All artists along with all the vibrant staging, choreography, costumes and visuals from the shows in HCM City will be brought to Hanoi. About 1,600 fans in the capital city will have the chance to enjoy the Disney 101 during two concerts on March 8 and 9. Since its establishment in May 2023, ITS, an educational and performance-oriented theatre platform for thespians in Vietnam, has implemented and collaborated on more than 23 projects in performance, education and community engagement. It has successfully introduced musicals to more than 10,000 theatre-goers in HCM City, Hanoi, Da Nang and other locations./. Source: Vietnam News Agency
Nguyen Thuy Linh defeats former world champion at 2024 German Open Badminton Championship
Hanoi: Vietnam's top female badminton player Nguyen Thuy Linh made a great surprise at the 2024 German Open Badminton Championship by defeating former world champion Ratchanok Intanon in the quarterfinals of the women's singles event on March 2 (Vietnam time). This is the first victory of Linh, ranked 23th in the world, over Ratchanok Intanon, who is currently ranked 14th in the world and won the World Championships in 2013 and held the position of world's No.1 in women's singles in 2016. With a high level of confidence, Linh concluded the game with a 2-0 victory overall, enabling her to go further at the tournament. In the semi-finals, Linh will play Kim Ga Eun from the Republic of Korea, who is ranked 13th in the world and No. 2 seed of the 2024 German Badminton Open. Kim once defeated Linh at the 2023 China Masters./. Source: Vietnam News Agency