Sophie Tran
Sophie Tran is an aspiring journalist, an avid traveller, an animal lover, and a self-proclaimed comedian who loves to brighten up the day with her unique brand of humor.
For Sophie Tran's latest contributions to VietnamTimes, see below:
Vietnam, Belgium Strengthen Economic Bonds
In a meeting on Oct. 13, Ambassador of Vietnam to Belgium Nguyen Van Thao and President of Belgium Senate Stephanie D'Hose expressed the hope to accelerate the ratification of EVIPA, bringing Vietnam – Belgium relations to a new level.
14/10/2021 22:55
Ministers of Vietnam, Singapore Meet Online
Vietnam Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen Hong Dien recently had an online meeting with Singapore Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng on boosting cooperation between Vietnam and Singapore
14/10/2021 20:37
Vietnam's Renewable Energy Sector Continues to Attract Foreign Investments
Vietnam is recording the highest rate of investment in renewable energy amongst the ASEAN countries, according to international organizations’ evaluation.
13/10/2021 23:59
Vietnamese Businesses Contribute to the Socioeconomic Development of Laos
On Oct 13, the 17th anniversary of the Vietnamese Entrepreneur Day was held in Laos. With 400 investment projects, Vietnam is the third-largest investor in the country, following Thailand and China.
13/10/2021 22:46
Adventuring in the Nui Chua National Park
The Nui Chua camping and hiking tour across the Nui Chua National Park brings unique experiences to adventurous travelers.
12/10/2021 23:42
Singing Competition Connects Vietnamese Communities Across Europe
The first European Golden Voice Competition attracted over 17,000 entries from across Europe. The 17 finalists who attended the final round in person represented the Vietnamese communities in different European countries.
12/10/2021 22:08
Partners of Commerce and Culture: Enjoying Vietnamese Art in Germany
On Oct. 10, the October Art Club celebrated its 10th anniversary. Established in Berlin, the club has been contributing to strengthening the cultural programs of the Vietnamese community in Germany and promoting Vietnamese arts to the world.
12/10/2021 00:13
The Genetic Scientist Who Dreams of Decoding Vietnamese Genes
Bui Thanh Duyen, 34, dedicates her life to genetic research and developing genetic maps for the Vietnamese people.
11/10/2021 23:17
Vietnamese Children in Sydney Held Virtual Concert to Support Covid Fight in Homeland
By Oct. 9, the online concert to support the Covid fight in Vietnam held by Vietnamese children in Australia has collected VND 125 million after two weeks.
10/10/2021 21:31
The Flood Season in An Giang Province
Huynh Phuc Hau, a renowned Vietnamese photographer, has taken many photos of the Mekong Delta province of An Giang in the flood seasons.
10/10/2021 16:14
Conference Held to Connect Fruit Cooperatives, Businesses
On Oct. 8, the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance held the conference “Trade promotion for fruit cooperatives of Vietnam.”
09/10/2021 15:00
Binh Thuan Dragon Fruit Given Geographical Indication Certificate in Japan
Dragon fruit, a specialty of Binh Thuan province, has officially been awarded the Protected Geographical Indication certificate in Japan. This is Vietnam’s second agricultural product granted the certificate, following Luc Ngan lychees of Bac Giang province.
08/10/2021 22:01
Seminar Tackles 'Feminist Foreign Policy'
On Oct. 7, the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam in collaboration with UN Women and the Embassies of France, Mexico, Spain, Sweden and Canada in Vietnam held the Feminist Foreign Policy Dialogue.
08/10/2021 15:08
Businesses Adopt Flexible Approach to Maintain Stable Production amid Pandemic
Businesses in Vietnam have been adapting to constant changes due to the impact of Covid. Production has been resuming gradually, readily responding to the new normal.
08/10/2021 12:03
The Love for Vietnam of a Special Indian Artist
Diagnosed with Down Syndrome as a baby, Indian artist Karishma Kannan has done extraordinary things to support disadvantaged children and give back to Vietnam, a place that she calls her second home.
07/10/2021 17:21
Boosting Husbandry & Aquaculture to Achieve the Target Growth Rate for the Agriculture Sector
To meet the target growth rate of 2.8% for Vietnam’s agricultural sector in 2021, the animal husbandry and aquaculture segments must achieve strong growth in the final quarter.
06/10/2021 23:41
Bamboo Airways Offers Direct Flights to the U.S.
In its recent report to the Ministry of Transport, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam underlined that the private carrier Bamboo Airway has received an official permit to operate regular nonstop flights connecting Vietnam and the United States.
05/10/2021 21:04
Deputy Minister of Planning & Investment: Foreign Investment Continues Despite Covid
In a recent interview, Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc affirmed that Vietnam remained a safe and attractive destination for foreign investors despite the Covid-19 pandemic.
04/10/2021 21:01
Sweet Banh Canh – A Must-try Delicacy in the Mekong River Delta
The combination of soft rice noodles, refreshing palm sugar and coconut milk creates sweet Banh Canh noodles, one of the most famous delicacies of the Mekong River Delta of Vietnam.
04/10/2021 14:46
Vietnamese-Swedish Artist Van Duong Thanh Creates Art for her Homeland
The well established Vietnamese-Swedish artist Van Duong Thanh is known for her continued charity efforts in Vietnam. She has sold 30 of her paintings to create scholarships for poor and talented students and donate food to people with disadvantaged backgrounds.
04/10/2021 12:51
