Foreign tourist donates Vietnam's ‘Rice ATM’ to support those affected by COVID-19

On April 15, a Russian tourist used his savings to buy 300 kilograms of rice, then transported this quantity to a ‘Rice ATM’ machine in Phan Thiet city to support those who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.    
Jennifer Tran
April 16, 2020 | 07:56
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19 Who benefit from the unprecedented US$2.6b support package? [infographics]
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19 Vietnam plans $2.6 billion support package to those most hit by COVID-19
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19 Package of over VND30 trillion to support Vietnamese enterprises amid coronavirus outbeak
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19

Dmitry Eroshenko transports rice to the charity site in Mui Ne ward, Phan Thiet city. Photo: PLO

As Thanh Nien newspaper reported, he is Dmitry Eroshenko (Russian nationality), residing in Phan Thiet city, Binh Thuan province.

Dmitry Eroshenko said, as catching sight of local residents receiving rice from ‘Rice ATM’, he decided to used his family’s savings to donate this program.

Specially, he donated 300kg of rice to a ‘Rice ATM’ machine in Mui Ne ward, Phan Thiet city.

Dmitry Eroshenko added that he would mobilize his friends to support the locals in the fight against the COVID-19.

foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19

Photo: Vu Lam/Thanh Nien newspaper

Mr. Nguyen Van Vu – Chairman of Mui Ne ward People's Committee said:

"We treasure the kindness of the sponsors, including foreigners, who have joined hands to help underpriviledged people overcome the Covid-19 pandemic."

Vu said, the local has received 8 tons of rice donation, among which, 3 tons have been distributed to the poor.

foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19

He received a letter of appreciation from the local government. Photo: Vu Lam/Thanh Nien newspaper

Read more: International media lauds Vietnam’s ‘Rice ATM’

Read more: More free ‘rice ATMs’ set up in Hue, Da Nang

‘Rice ATM’ feeds Vietnam’s poor during COVID-19

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began putting thousands out of work, Hoang Tuan Anh, a Vietnamese entrepreneur came up with an idea of a self-catering rice machine.

Realizing that gathering large groups of people to do charity work might do more harm than good, he invented a 24/7 automatic dispending machine providing free rice for people out of work an ongoing nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Following its first launch in Ho Chi Minh city, ‘Rice ATMs’ have been set up in many localities across the country.

This meaningful initiative has received coverage in international media.
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19 ‘Zero-VND supermarket’ launched in Vietnam amid COVID-19 outbreak

Following the introduction of rice ATM, the ‘zero-VND Happy supermarket’ chain has appeared in Hanoi and seven other provinces as a way to support the ...
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19 Hanoi unveils first "rice ATM" for low-income people

A first "rice ATM" was put into operation in Hanoi on April 11 as a way of helping low-income earners who have suffered economically as a ...
foreign tourist donates vietnams rice atm to support those affected by covid 19 Exclusive 'Rice ATM' launched in Vietnam amid coronavirus pandemic

Hoang Tuan Anh came up with the idea of creating a “Rice ATM”, or automatic rice dispenser, to offer the disadvantaged free rice 24 hours ...
Jennifer Tran
Chia sẻ
Email Print
Tags:
Rice ATM Vietnam Rice ATM COVID-19 foreigners in Vietnam

Trending

save the children 35 year journey with vietnamese children

Save the Children: 35-year Journey with Vietnamese children

best vietnam travel tips and suggestions

Best Vietnam travel tips and suggestions

vietnamese cuisines and dishes you must try

Vietnamese cuisines and dishes you must try

Most read

Ensuring Religious Security in Cyberspace

Ensuring Religious Security in Cyberspace

15:31 | 31/12/2024
Cultural Diplomacy Elevates Vietnam’s Global Standing in 2024

Cultural Diplomacy Elevates Vietnam’s Global Standing in 2024

12:43 | 31/12/2024
Vietnam Committed to Ensuring Rights of Prisoners

Vietnam Committed to Ensuring Rights of Prisoners

12:06 | 31/12/2024
Vietnam News Today (Dec. 31): Vietnam, Laos Resolved to Achieve Greater Cooperation Results

Vietnam News Today (Dec. 31): Vietnam, Laos Resolved to Achieve Greater Cooperation Results

08:33 | 31/12/2024
Create Favorable Conditions For Overseas Vietnamese Living In Cambodia

Create Favorable Conditions For Overseas Vietnamese Living In Cambodia

00:15 | 31/12/2024

Related Stories

Hanoi's Many Faces: A Foreigner's View Viet's Home

Hanoi's Many Faces: A Foreigner's View

"Resting on the banks of the Red River, Hanoi is a dream, a thrill, an intoxication, a 'parenthesis'... one that I yearn to be lost within," remarked journalist Alain Gérard, Editor-in-Chief of Latitudes, Belgium, reflecting on his three business trips to Hanoi. For those who venture to this venerable city, Hanoi presents a wonderland of culture, cuisine, and adventure.
October 31, 2024 | 16:04
Foreigners Enjoy Vietnamese Mid-Autumn Festival Viet's Home

Foreigners Enjoy Vietnamese Mid-Autumn Festival

The lively lion dances, mesmerizing magic shows, joyful feasts, and making traditional mooncakes are all exciting experiences for many children and foreign tourists in Vietnam during this year's Mid-Autumn Festival.
September 18, 2024 | 09:58
Vietnam News Today (Apr. 6): Vietnam Ranked 6th Among Fastest Growing Asian Economies in 2024 National

Vietnam News Today (Apr. 6): Vietnam Ranked 6th Among Fastest Growing Asian Economies in 2024

Vietnam News Today (Apr. 6): Cold air wipes away early summer warmth, brings rain; Vietnam ranked 6th among fastest growing Asian economies in 2024; FDI prospects remain bright spot of Vietnamese economy; Tourism sector likely to achieve yearly goal of 18 million foreign visitors.
April 06, 2024 | 08:40
Connecting Foreigners Living In Dong Nai Province Friendship

Connecting Foreigners Living In Dong Nai Province

Dong Nai Province is home to many foreigners and international students living and working in Vietnam, creating opportunities for cultural exchange activities.
April 04, 2024 | 10:57

In topics

Tips to Cook Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup With Sweet Broth Handbook

Tips to Cook Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup With Sweet Broth

September 12, 2021 | 13:40
Guide to personal income tax for foreigners in Vietnam 2021 Viet's Home

Guide to personal income tax for foreigners in Vietnam 2021

March 04, 2021 | 15:20
A Japanese decides to retire early to visit Vietnam 10 times a year to unknown areas Handbook

A Japanese decides to retire early to visit Vietnam 10 times a year to unknown areas

December 14, 2020 | 16:56
Russian – French woman passionate Vietnamese language Viet's Home

Russian – French woman passionate Vietnamese language

May 21, 2020 | 15:24

Recommended

Ensuring Religious Security in Cyberspace Viet's Home

Ensuring Religious Security in Cyberspace

Religious and faith-based activities in cyberspace have long existed in Vietnam and have recently developed strongly, especially during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. These activities are carried out through the websites of religious organizations and social media platforms in various forms, such as preaching, proselytizing, training clergy and officials, providing religious education, publishing electronic scriptures, holding seminars, and conducting religious activities.
December 31, 2024 | 15:31
Vietnam Committed to Ensuring Rights of Prisoners Viet's Home

Vietnam Committed to Ensuring Rights of Prisoners

Since joining the United Nations Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman, or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT), Vietnam has demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights by implementing comprehensive measures to protect prisoners from torture
December 31, 2024 | 12:06
Boost Your Productivity: Tips for a Productive End-of-Year Vietnamese Herbal Tea

Boost Your Productivity: Tips for a Productive End-of-Year

Year-end work carries with it the aspirations of workers for a fulfilling and abundant Tet holiday with their families. Many are striving to find ways to recharge themselves and excel in their careers.
December 30, 2024 | 20:11
Vietnam's Strong Potential in Developing and Innovating Veterinary Vaccines Viet's Home

Vietnam's Strong Potential in Developing and Innovating Veterinary Vaccines

Amid the rapid expansion of Vietnam's livestock industry in both scale and quantity, disease prevention through vaccination not only helps minimize economic losses but also plays a vital role in reducing antibiotic use. This, in turn, mitigates the risk of antimicrobial resistance—a pressing issue in global human and veterinary medicine.
December 30, 2024 | 11:15

Popular article

Contracts Worth Hundred Million USD Signed at Vietnam Int’l Defense Expo 2024 Viet's Home

Contracts Worth Hundred Million USD Signed at Vietnam Int’l Defense Expo 2024

On December 22 in Hanoi, within the framework of the Vietnam Internationl Defense Exhibition 2024, a conference took place to review the success of the event. Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien, Deputy Minister of National Defense, Head of the Exhibition Steering Committee led the conference.
December 27, 2024 | 09:33
Women's Union of An Giang Celebrates the History of Vietnam People's Army Viet's Home

Women's Union of An Giang Celebrates the History of Vietnam People's Army

On the morning of December 22, in Phu Quoc city, Kien Giang province, the delegation of the Women's Union of An Giang province led by its Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Quyen met with officers and soldiers of the Naval Region 5 Command.
December 24, 2024 | 10:08
Stronger Defense Cooperation for Vietnam, Cuba Viet's Home

Stronger Defense Cooperation for Vietnam, Cuba

General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army and Deputy Minister of National Defense recently received Lieutenant General Álvaro López Miera, Minister of the Cuban Revolutionary Armed Forces.
December 24, 2024 | 10:07
Boosting Trade Union Cooperation and Experience Sharing on International Forums Viet's Home

Boosting Trade Union Cooperation and Experience Sharing on International Forums

Vice President of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, Huynh Thanh Xuan appreciated the efforts of the Cyprus Building, Wood, Mine and General Workers Union in ensuring the legitimate livelihoods and incomes of workers. He also expressed hope for enhanced cooperation between the two sides in exchange programs and on international forums.
December 20, 2024 | 10:49
Phiên bản di động