12.04.09—The 16th Consultative Group (CG) Meeting in Hanoi ends with more than 8 billion USD for Vietnam’s official development assistance (ODA) program. Carries under the mission of “Regaining rapid and sustainable economic growth”, the two-day meeting attracts more than 500 participants worldwide from business circles, government agencies, donors and mass media. The World … [Read more...] about Bad Economy, Good Vietnam
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World Habitat Day – October 5
The World Bank has announced this Monday, October 5, to be World Habitat Day! What is World Habitat Day? "On this day, we reaffirm that adequate shelter is a basic human right, and we focus on the housing conditions of cities and towns around the world. We also use this day to remind the world of its collective responsibility for the future of the human habitat." How can you … [Read more...] about World Habitat Day – October 5
$177 Million for Vietnam’s Education System
This week, the World Bank approved $177 million to fund Vietnam's primary and higher education systems. A downturn in the economy has increased the demand for education and professional training. The World Bank's Country Director for Vietnam sees the "economic crisis as a golden opportunity for Vietnam to reform its education sector." The full article from the World Bank can … [Read more...] about $177 Million for Vietnam’s Education System
Health Care in Vietnam – A New World Bank Report
If you're interested in health care, and particularly health care in Vietnam, good news! The World Bank recently published a detailed report (188 pages!) on the status of health care in Vietnam and the necessary measures to further strengthen the health system. Rapid improvements in Vietnam's health system since 2000 has taken the world by surprise. Infant and under-five … [Read more...] about Health Care in Vietnam – A New World Bank Report
Vietnam Innovation Day 2009 (VID)
I was very excited today to learn of a World Bank program that fosters innovative ideas and rewards innovators and entrepreneurs in Vietnam. What's even better is that this program specifically targets key development challenges in Vietnam such as health and safety. VID is an annual event where local innovators can compete and share ideas around a chosen development topic. … [Read more...] about Vietnam Innovation Day 2009 (VID)