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TRANSLATION 1

Presented by Nguyen Van Tuan, MA

2010-2011 Department of English Hue College of Foreign Languages

1 Da Lat, which is surrounded by the great/imposing hills and mountains, takes up/covers/is situated in a

large area on the Lam Vien Plateau

2 The economic development of Vietnam has

to be viewed in the context of long periods

of wars It is the context of long periods of wars that has caused loss of people’s lives and damage to property, public facilities and resources.

3 Despite the great improvement in the woman status, other things must be done to improve

women’s health, nutrition and education.

4 The television network is being established throughout the country Apart from the relatively modern and long-standing television stations in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, 25 provincial stations were set up

in 1988 These relay the important transmissions of the central TV stations and broadcast their own programmes.

5 Nowadays, the world has been facing a number of

serious problems in spite of the fact that there have been dramatic progresses in science, technology and knowledge One of the problems is the population explosion/boom in the developing countries The population is growing in geometric progression while the production of goods is growing in arithmetic progression.

6 Charles Dickens, who belongs to the school of critical realism in the 19 th century, is one of the greatest novelists in the world What we value in his works is the criticism about evils and the contrast between the wealth and poverty in the English bourgeois society of his time/at that time The world he describes is that of the middle and lower classes in London.

7 The Vietnam’s Women Union is represented

in the National Assembly and its president is entitled to attend the regular meeting of The Council of Ministers where she can express the Women Union’s view-points and propose the regulations related to the Union.

8 The Vietnamese families have been affected

by the agricultural civilization Due to the door policy, the industrial civilization has exerted a daily and hourly effect on the life of Vietnamese families.

open-9 To reduce the costs while increasing

accessibility of education for disabled children, the government has launched

a program of education and community integration.

10 In recent years, to restore public order, Hanoi removed a number of unofficial marketplaces into designated areas But out of the four marketplaces targeted, only Dong Tam market was moved from the Dong Da residential quarter to the Dai La area.

11 Besides the investment from the State

budget, all the schools had to look for other financial sources to buy teaching aids However, these sources made up only 13% and 21% of the state budget for secondary schools and universities respectively .

12 The state budget revenues have approximately achieved the level originally set Regular expenditure has been ensured, while irregular spending in support of the areas hit/caused by/suffering from storms, floods and droughts has been made The budget deficit has been kept at a permissible level of 3.6% of GDP in 1998, down from 4.2% in 1997.

13 The comprehensive plan for the management of

Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park is regarded as a prerequisite for the sustainable conservation of heritage values that includes biodiversity, ecological processes and scenic, cultural and historical values.

14 The effects of a stroke vary greatly depending on what part of the brain has been deprived of oxygen If blood flow is cut off from an area of the brain that controls speech, the stroke will result in the inability to express oneself through speech or writing If the stroke damages the brain area that controls motor skills, a patient may have trouble walking.

15 The irreversible loss of biodiversity has a serious

impact on the ability of maintaining species, including humans to survive Humans depend on species diversity and healthy ecosystems providing food, clean water and air and fertile soil for agriculture In addition, humans benefit greatly from different medicines.

16 Despite many difficulties resulting from/caused by severe weather, the agricultural production in our province has made a number of positive changes, playing a vital role in the economy, ensuring the food security, creating the stable income and life of the majority of the local peasants The orientation of transforming the agriculture structure has brought remarkable achievements.

17 When the problem of worldwide population growth is

mentioned, attention is almost always paid to fertility rates Yet another side of the population problem causing growing concerns is the movement across the national borders of millions of people in search of a better life They have nourished a dream

of moving to greener pastures.

16 Despite many difficulties resulting from severe weather, the agricultural production in our province has made a number of positive changes, playing a vital role

in the economy, ensuring the food security, creating the stable income and life of the majority of the local peasants The orientation of transforming the agriculture structure has brought remarkable achievements.

17 When the problem of worldwide population growth is

mentioned, attention is almost always paid to fertility rates Yet another side of the population problem causing growing concerns is the movement across the national borders of millions of people in search of a better life They have nourished a dream

of moving to greener pastures.

18 Outbreaks of the latest H5N1 strain among birds were first spotted in Thailand and Vietnam in 2003 This spread to several other countries in the region and has now established a foothold in European countries For this reason, the EU announced that it would ban imports

of wild pet birds and impose stricter rules on the private ownership of pet birds.

19 While exchanging emails via mobile phones

is the fashion among the youths, setting up homepages as a means of self-expression appears to suit elderly people as the Internet allows them to link with the world from their homes

20 It appears/seems (to be) difficult to obtain information or express oneself via the Internet But for elderly people who tend to stay home and meet other people less often, the Internet is the most suitable tool.

21 According to the Ministry of Education and Training,

Vietnam is planning to implement bilingual curriculum in some tertiary subjects and build two international-level universities which will be at the same standards as other universities in the region and the world.

22 The establishment of the two level universities is one of 33 action plans devised by Ministry of Education and Training in efforts to implement the National Assembly’s education laws.

international-23 The first Mekong Sub-region Fair was held at

the Vietnamese Exhibition Fair Centre where

products, sea products and handicrafts were introduced.

24 What the World Health Organization fears is that the H5N1 virus will change into form which can pass easily between people and kill millions

in a global pandemic.

25 Almost 100 delegates from 11 countries

worldwide gathered in the resort city of Nha Trang for an international workshop on the sustainable development of coastal tourism and the protection of marine environments.

26.The World Bank and The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation are funding two projects which focus on pollution caused by vehicles, its public health effects and measures

to reduce pollution.

27 According to Vietnam News Agency, Vietnam

is hoping to receive 3.2 million foreign tourists this year with a record flow of international arrivals reaching 2.9 million, a 19% increase as opposed to last year.

28.The citizens of Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland are exempt from entry visas for a maximum stay of 15 days.

29 Before 1988, the effect of the banking system on the

development and macro-economic management was minimal In order to encourage the banking system

to play a more constructive role, the government

reorganization of the banking system, the introduction of restrictive credit policies, and new policies on interest and free trade of gold in market.

30 It is significant that these overseas Vietnamese always direct their attention to their homeland, cherish a close link with their families and preserve the cultural identity which typifies the Vietnamese In addition to their support for their relatives, a number of overseas Vietnamese have contributed to the construction of their country and taken part in relief movements to help those who suffer from natural calamities They have also participated in the charity work.

31 The survey conducted by the VWU shows that traditional contraceptive methods have been widely used The survey also indicates that 39% of married women used modern methods; the most frequently- used method is intra uterine device (IUD).

32 Nowadays people are inclined to worry too much

about their physical health However, I would like

to lay stress on the importance of psychological health Being mentally healthy is very important, and a truly healthy man is one who can enjoy the proper equilibrium between his body and mind

33 President Tran Duc Luong yesterday sent a message to thank President Hu Jintao for China’s assistance in rescuing Vietnamese fishermen in distress during Typhoon Chanchu The Chinese Government and related authorities quickly mobilized rescue forces and saved hundreds of Vietnamese fishermen "We are deeply moved by the warm sentiments and humanitarian action expressed by the Government and the people of China On behalf of the Party, the State and people of Viet Nam, I send you, the Party, the State and people of China, and especially the rescue workers, our deep gratitude," said Luong.

34. In a message sent to authorities and the people

of Da Nang, Quang Nam and Quang Ngai, Luong praised the efforts of rescue workers and relevant sectors in helping fishermen stranded out at sea to return home safely.

35. Deputy Chairman of the National Committee for

Search and Rescue yesterday said three Vietnamese ships with 104 fishermen were expected to moor in

Da Nang this morning He also said a total of 10 fishing ships had sunk and six others were still missing The rescue team is continuing search and rescue work with the hope of finding survivors.

36 The year’s first tropical storm – ironically named ‘Chanchu’, the Chinese word for ‘pearl’ – slammed into a fleet of Vietnamese fishing vessels

as they were seeking shelter after the typhoon swiftly/suddenly changed direction from west to north last week.

37.The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development

has required city and provincial people’s committees and relevant ministries maintain strict prevention of the epidemic Localities are required

to closely manage infected animals and ban trade and movement of infected animals The culling of infected animals will be implemented following the health sector’s regulations Vaccination should play

an important role in controlling a future mouth outbreak in Vietnam

foot-and-38 In 2005, trade returns of Samsung electronics reached USD 233 million But in 2006 this figure is estimated to be USD 335 million With the motto of “being slow but firm”, a joint venture project named “Savanna” (Samsung Vietnam) has come into existence and begun its operation with a total investment capital of USD 78 million Samsung has mobilized

an investment capital of USD 300 million in many fields such

as electronics, synthetic fiber, houses for lease But the other projects in fields like heavy industry, processing industry and construction are only feasibility studies Currently in Vietnam, Samsung is a big sponsor In addition

to financing many big and small-scale sport championships Samsung has also granted USD 1.2 million for foreign language study programs and gymnastic training.

39 The manufacturing sector expanded significantly during the post-World War II reconstruction of the Philippine economy Government controls on imports promoted the development of light industries that produced consumer goods for the domestic market In the 1970s the government created four special economic zones designed to stimulate manufacturing for the export market Industries in these export-processing zones receive incentives to produce traditional exports The zones have helped to stimulate foreign investment in the Philippine economy,

in part because they are exempt from certain taxes and restrictions on foreign ownership of businesses The success of these zones has led to the creation of other types of special economic zones, such as large industrial estates Businesses receive tax exemptions and other incentives in these zones The former U.S naval base at Subic Bay, for example, is now a huge industrial-commercial zone in Manila Its modern facilities and duty-free economic zone have attracted new export-focused industries and foreign investment.

40 Vietnam has sought to maintain socio-politic

stability, develop economic and diplomatic establishment in recent years The positive legal changes have had a tremendous influence on the production, financial and commercial situations Vietnam is ranked as the world’s second-largest rice exporter to Thailand because its agriculture responded dramatically to free market In manufacturing and service activities the rapid growth and change occurred in and around HCM City Much economic expansion was partially driven

by an influx of investment and technology from some 2 million overseas Vietnamese in many different countries worldwide, most of whom had returned to Vietnam for their investment and contacts with their relatives.

41 Only a year after the US embargo was

lifted, soft drink giants such as Coca Cola and Pepsi Cola, which have enjoyed superior advantages in capital, marketing policies

Investment Law, have gradually eaten into the market shares of local producers Other products are also in the same situation Saigon Beer has to compete fiercely with breweries of foreign Joint-ventures Local detergent producers, although capable of meeting domestic demand to the year 2005, have driven into the corner by giants such

as Procter & Gamble and Unilever.

42 To protect domestic production, local producers

Government First, the State should devise specific development plans for foreign investment in terms

of business field and geographical area and should not encourage foreign investment in products which local enterprises can produce such as soft drink, detergent, paper and cigarettes Second, licenses should be granted only to JVs or foreign owned enterprises which involve in ‑owned enterprises which involve in

technology or producing goods for export Third, a law should be enacted against unfair competition that can lead to monopoly, dumping or price inflation that does not benefit consumers.