Students from the Vietnam National University of Agriculture receive the AEON scholarships at a ceremony in Hanoi on December 6. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - The AEON 1% Club Foundationgranted 60 scholarships to Vietnamese university students at a ceremony onDecember 6.
Yoshiki Mori, Chairman of the AEON 1% Club Foundation, said theAEON 1% Club Foundation Scholarship was an allowance-based scholarship foruniversity students in various Asian countries and self-financed Asian studentsstudying in Japan.
The project, designed to “Support the Dreams of Asian Students”,was started in 2006 in the hope that recipients will play an active role in thefuture, connecting their home countries with Japan in their respectivespecialist fields. In addition to year-round financial support, the projectoffers opportunities for various curricula and volunteer activities aimed atscholarship students in Japan and provides support for students aiming todevelop into global talents.
In Vietnam, the AEON 1% Club Foundation Scholarship has beenawarded to a total of 1,140 university students, including students fromuniversities in Hanoi since 2012 and those in HCM City since 2011.
This year in Hanoi, students from the Vietnam National University,the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, the Foreign Trade Universityand the Vietnam National University of Agriculture were honoured to receive thescholarships.
At the Scholarship Certificate Granting Ceremony, students awardedscholarships gave speeches on their personal dreams and goals.
“The scholarship is not only a practical aid in terms of financebut also a meaningful stimulus for us to keep going on our career paths torealise our dreams,” said Dinh Ngoc Mai, a junior student at Foreign TradeUniversity, majoring in International Business Economics.
“2022 is also the year celebrating the 49th anniversary of Vietnam- Japan diplomatic relationship. It serves as both the most tangible example ofthe two countries' long-standing friendship and collaboration as well as areflection of the AEON Group's strong corporate social responsibility in Vietnam,”Mai said.
The AEON 1% Club Foundation was established in 1989 in Japan. Itengages in projects with the three main themes of “Sound Development of theNext Generation, Promotion of Friendship with Foreign Countries and SustainableDevelopment of Regional Communities”.
Since its establishment, the AEON 1% Club Foundation Scholarshiphas supported roughly 8,000 students from 38 universities and colleges acrossJapan, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia and Myanmar./.
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Trial operations at the new public administrative service centres in Thanh Khe and Ngu Hanh Son wards show that the reception and processing of citizens' documents on the new wards’ data system have been smoothly handled by the staff, enabling quick settlement and facilitating easy access to public services for the people.
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For households of people with meritorious service and relatives of fallen soldiers, the province supported the construction and renovation of 2,374 houses, achieving 100% of the set target, 342 newly built and 2,032 renovated.
Held under the theme “Pride and Aspiration”, this year's “Glory to Vietnam” programme aimed to inspire the Vietnamese people's ambition to reach new heights during the era of integration and development.
According to the Central Committee of the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRC), this year’s campaign provided long-term aid for 3,785 individuals and organisations. Support included houses, clean water systems, school meal facilities, books, and livelihood assistance, with a total value of more than 118 billion VND.
The programmes have brought about positive changes to rural infrastructure, comprehensively improved the material and spiritual lives of farmers, and contributed to Vietnam's economic restructuring, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
The festival highlighted the contributions and robust development of Vietnam's revolutionary press over the past century while promoting press products and showcasing the creativity of Vietnamese journalists.
The programme on sustainable poverty reduction has achieved its annual targets for reducing the poverty rate as assigned by the National Assembly and the Government. It has fulfilled five specific objectives and five five-year goals, and met nine out of 12 indicators related to addressing basic social service shortages.
UNICEF stands ready to support the Government in implementing this important law and in continuing to invest in teachers as the cornerstone of a resilient, inclusive, and high-quality education system for all children.
PM Pham Minh Chinh highlighted how Vietnam's revolutionary press has continuously evolved and strengthened over the past century, affirming its role as a sharp and vital political, cultural, and ideological weapon serving the Fatherland and the people in the glorious revolutionary cause of the Party.
Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Chi Mai highlighted the growing demand for Vietnamese workers in Kyushu, especially in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures. Currently, the region employs about 35,000 Vietnamese manual workers and over 5,000 IT engineers.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
Students from the Vietnam National University of Agriculture receive the AEON scholarships at a ceremony in Hanoi on December 6. (Photo: VNA) 
