Balance of the Wirecard U Committee Is Scholz complicit?

Status: 06/22/2021 5:00 p.m.

The Wirecard committee of inquiry presented its report one year after the accounting scandal became known. But who is politically responsible remains open. The opposition and the Union accuse Finance Minister Scholz. For years the Wirecard Group has been highly praised – an innovative business model, a fantastic sales development, the hope in the Dax. And then almost two billion euros disappeared from the balance sheet practically overnight. “It is a criminal case,” says Matthias Hauer, chairman of the Union in the committee of inquiry. And after seven months of studying the files and questioning witnesses, it is clear that the Union is primarily responsible for the bankruptcy of billions: “Federal Finance Minister Olaf Scholz and the management of the Federal Ministry of Finance bear political responsibility for the Wirecard scandal,” said Hauer. They knowingly looked the other way when the rumors about irregularities in the Wirecard management made the rounds. Fabio de Masi from the Left puts it even more drastically: “This billions of dollars lie, this Wirecard illusion factory was only conceivable because they organized a political network to hide the fact that there wasn’t much substance under the covers. “ De Masi recalled the countless investors who would have lost a total of more than 20 billion euros in share assets due to the Wirecard bankruptcy.

Opposition demands political consequences

Florian Toncar from the FDP also thinks that someone from politics should have apologized to the injured party: “I think it is a major annoyance for many citizens that in the end there is no one in such scandals who will also stand up admits his own mistakes. ”

But back to Olaf Scholz. As a witness in the committee of inquiry, he had considerable gaps in memory, complained the spokesman for the Union and opposition parties. Lisa Paus from the Greens thinks that Olaf Scholz did not exactly recommend himself as a candidate for Chancellor: “I think that especially in these times Germany needs a leader who can also admit mistakes. And I think that is something that Olaf Scholz is not given. ” Kay Gottschalk from the AfD was the chairman of the committee of inquiry – Union and the other opposition factions attested to having carried out the office professionally and with colleagues. In the matter he also misses political consequences at a higher level. “A minister would have resigned 20 years ago. And that is a cultural change that we are experiencing here in Germany that I do not like,” said Gottschalk.

SPD defends Scholz

And the SPD? It takes its candidate for chancellor out of the political line of fire. The allegations against Scholz are just election campaign noise, says finance politician Cansel Kiziltepe: “Olaf Scholz bears no political responsibility for the Wirecard scandal. And the allegations that have been made have not been confirmed.”

On Friday there is still a Bundestag debate on the political assessment of the scandal – then the public prosecutor has the floor. She is investigating the former management of Wirecard for, among other things, embezzlement, falsification of accounts and fraud committed by gang. It is not yet possible to foresee when there will be criminal proceedings

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Negative interest on credit When it suddenly costs you to save

As of: 06/18/2021 8:58 a.m.

Up to now, banks have mainly charged new customers with negative interest rates. It also affects existing customers more and more frequently. Consumer advocates advise to be clear about what you want to do with the money.

From Iris Völlnagel, SWR

Anger and complaints from consumers are part of everyday life for Josephine Holzhäuser, financial expert at the consumer center in Rhineland-Palatinate. But since the beginning of the year, more and more consumers have come to her who have left their financial institutions “betrayed and sold” feel. The reason: More and more banks and savings banks are introducing negative interest rates on current and savings accounts.

More than 345 institutes collect negative interest

Many older people, but also younger ones, now sought advice from consumer advocates. Most of them have been customers for years, have taken out their mortgage lending or insurances with the banks, and now they are being threatened with termination if they are not willing to pay negative interest, says Holzhäuser. “From my point of view, this is a clumsy business practice.” People feel compelled and pressured. Many older people are overwhelmed – especially those who are not so fit online. Since the beginning of the year, more than 170 banks and savings banks in Germany have introduced negative interest rates. This is the result of a study on the www.biallo.de Internet portal. Every third bank only grants an allowance of 25,000 euros. The consumer portal Verivox also regularly researches and publishes the product overviews and price lists of around 1,300 credit institutions that are accessible online. As a result, more than 345 banks have now introduced negative interest rates for private customers. 19 banks charge fees for the call money account, which is usually free of charge. This also creates a de facto negative interest rate. In addition, there are the banks that do not publish any information, according to Verivox. Most recently, Postbank announced that it would lower the exemption limits for savings deposits on June 21 and one for new customers “Custody fee” from 50,000 euros on the current account and 25,000 euros on the daily allowance account. Contributions above this limit are charged with 0.5 percent. So far, the tax exemption has been 100,000 euros.

Banks point their fingers at the ECB

As a reason for that “Custody fee” the financial institutions repeatedly claim that they themselves pay negative interest rates to the European Central Bank (ECB). In 2014 it began to charge penalty interest on money that the commercial banks park in their central bank accounts. However, the banks are now granted exemptions. Critics therefore complain that the financial houses are doing business with negative interest rates.

This practice will not change in the foreseeable future, fears consumer advocate Holzhäuser. “If one bank does it, the others follow suit. If the pace continues, one no longer looks to see which bank has no negative interest, but from which tax exemption”, so wooden houses. David Bode from the legal enforcement team of the Federal Association of Consumer Organizations knows whether the introduction of negative interest is generally permissible. The association has filed suits at different courts in several federal states. It concerns both current and overnight money accounts. How long the litigation will take is difficult to estimate, according to Bode. There could possibly be first judgments in the current calendar year. In the end, the Federal Court of Justice may have to decide.

Consumers in a bind

A basic distinction should be made between existing and new customers. The latter advises the financial expert Holzhäuser to look at the small print before signing the contract. In the meantime, it is noted in the general terms and conditions whether negative interest is charged above a certain amount.

This is different with existing customers, where changes require an individual agreement. In the past year, the banks would have allowed existing customers to talk to them. In the meantime, the banks are going to terminate their business relationships. “That has another dimension”, so the consumer advocate. “As a customer, I then have to decide whether to sign or not.” In the meantime, however, she advises signing more and more often, according to Holzhäuser. “If people want to stay with the bank, they have to bite the bullet and watch the further case law.” If you don’t want to sign, you shouldn’t wait for the bank to give notice of termination, advises the consumer advocate. “We cannot yet assess how such a termination will affect Schufa, for example.” Alternatively, consumers could look for a new bank. As a rule, you have some time because the bank contacts its customers one to two months in advance.

Shift money, check investments

Many banks charged negative interest for amounts in excess of 100,000 euros. This corresponds to the amount of the deposit protection; that is, the amount for which the bank guarantees in the event of a total failure. If you have more in your account, you should distribute your money between several accounts at different institutions, according to the advice of the financial expert.

After all, everyone should check why they have so much money in their account at all, according to the consumer advocate. The following also applies: do not accept every offer without review. “In case of doubt, it is better to go with negative interest than to invest the money headlong.” A unit-linked annuity insurance with a term of twelve years is not an adequate offer for people over 70, according to Holzhäuser. You can also deposit the money in a locker or safe at any time. Just leaving it at home is the worst option because of the risk of theft, according to the financial expert

Balance for 2020 Decline among Germans Arms exports

Status: 16.06.2021 2 p.m.

The federal government approved fewer exports of German armaments last year than in the previous year. For controversial exports to Egypt, however, millions again flowed. German companies that sell armaments abroad need a permit. These are summarized in the annual arms export report, which was the subject of the Federal Cabinet meeting today. Accordingly, significantly less armaments were sold abroad in the corona crisis year 2020 than in the previous year. 2019 was still a record year for the German arms industry: the German government had approved exports of weapons, submarines and tanks worth around eight billion euros. In comparison, the total was significantly lower last year at around 5.8 billion. Of course, the sum also fluctuates because in some years major projects are approved, in others not. Around half of the arms exports approved last year are intended for EU or NATO countries, or for countries that are on an equal footing with them, such as Japan, Switzerland or Australia.

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Sale to Egypt under fire

More than half of the export licenses went to so-called third countries. Armaments from Germany should actually only go to these states in exceptional cases. Expressed as a sum, the export of goods worth almost three billion euros to such third countries was approved in the past. These include in particular Egypt, which ordered submarines and patrol ships from German shipyards worth around 764 million euros – according to the report by the Federal Ministry of Economics, the highest approved value among exports to third countries last year. Exports to Egypt are criticized by the churches, among others, because of allegations of human rights violations.

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In some war and crisis regions no weapons are delivered, for example Ukraine. The federal government recently had the advance of the Greens leader Robert Habeck refused for the delivery of defensive weapons. Arms control does not distinguish between offensive and defensive weapons.

Decline in exports, growth in imports

According to the Swedish peace research institute SIPRI, Germany is one of the five largest arms exporters in the world. While the sale of German armaments abroad declined in the past year, the Federal Republic increased the import of military equipment by more than five percent in 2020 . Last year, according to SIPRI, Germany invested around 44 billion euros in armaments, making it seventh worldwide. With information from Hans-Joachim Vieweger, ARD capital studio

A lot of women want to lose weight and keep fit, exercise to have a slim waist, toned stomach, but the more summer, the more refreshments, sweets or at home, the more they eat and drink, so the exercise Weight loss training stagnated. There are always a lot of methods and tips to lose weight suitable for the summer, and you also learn the exercises that do not take too much time, practice at home but still keep in shape very effectively. And if you have the same need, you can refer to this move, a move that you practice right in the living room salon with 300 times a day, your waist will be big and your belly will become slim. fast firming. This movement directly affects the abdominal muscles, and both hips and buttocks to directly burn fat in the 2nd round, the 3rd round is more enlarged, the thighs are also affected to become slimmer and firmer. The movement of lifting people with legs Perform: 300 times / day (Can be divided into 3 sets morning – afternoon – evening) * Prepare: – Lie on your back with your back on the floor, then raise your legs up on the chair. – Raise your body on an inclined plane, hands pressed to the floor to keep balance. – Pay attention to keep the shoulders, neck and head fixed on the floor. – Squeeze the abdomen, use the abdominal muscles to lift the body. * Begin: -Collect each leg close to the abdomen, while contracting and contracting the abdomen and breathing rhythmically. – The other leg remains in the resting position on the chair. – Keep the lifter in the inclined plane and breathe evenly through the exercise beats. Change legs regularly, rhythmically and breathe evenly. During the exercise, you will be quite tired of the leg muscles and abdominal muscles due to the contraction and contraction of the abdomen to keep balance. Start with 50 leg lifts (25 each) for the first set in the morning, then add more in the afternoon and evening. Maintain correct exercise 300 times per day, you will definitely have toned abs after 1 week of training. Exercises at the salon help slim waist and flat stomach, extremely effective slimming. The movement is very easy to do, for those who practice for the first time. It does not require you to have specialized techniques or instructors, nor any tools, but the effect is enough to surprise you. A slim waist or a toned round 3 is no longer a distant dream for women, just maintain this movement 300 times a day to have a good body right away.

Fish balls of some large fish such as fried fish, sturgeon, groundnut, sugar fish, etc. are high-grade food and used as medicine. Used for people with gonorrhea, bloody stools : Fish ball 30g, white sugar 60g. Processed fish balls, sugar dissolved in water, both boiled in water until cooked. Eat once a day, continuously for 7-10 days. Used for women with leukoplakia, menorrhagia, menstrual irregularities: Processed fish balls 150g toasted to golden brown, finely powdered, 15-30g each time, mixed with 2 chicken eggs, steamed or fried. When eating, drink with warm water mixed with a little alcohol. Use 5 – 7 days Used for women with low back pain, white blood, poor appetite due to kidney failure: Fish ball 50g, sticky rice 50g. Fish balls are washed, soaked in ginger water mixed with alcohol, chopped, cooked with porridge, and added spices. Complementary kidney: Fish ball 30g, goji berry 30g, rice 50g. Cook porridge, use 15-30 days. Supplementing kidney, nourishing blood, sedating: Fish ball 30g, longan 30g, lotus seed 30g, rice 50g. Cook porridge. Fish ball cooked with lotus seed porridge, big apple goji berry (fish ball cooked with five flavors) has the effect of nourishing the kidneys, nourishing blood, and sedating. Helpful kidney supplement : 30g fish ball, 20g three sizes, 10g multiplier benefits, 10g goji berries, 2g birth, 3 big apples. Shredded big apple, add water, all stew for 3 hours. Eat during the day. Useful kidney supplement: 60g fish ball, 60g pecans, 20g sa lily, 3 big apples, 2g ginger. Shredded big apple, put it in a cloth bag, add water, and stew for 3 hours. Eat during the day. Intentional kidney supplement- Cure kidney damage, back pain, dizziness: 30g fish ball, 10g multiplier, 15g lotus root, 5 slices ginger, 60g lean pork. Add water, simmer, add spices. Eat during the day. Replenish spleen and kidney, treat back pain: Fish ball 10g, chicken breast bone, 0.5kg chicken head, neck or leg, 200g crab meat, 2 eggs, 100g tapioca starch, seasoning seeds, onion, coriander, pepper powder. Stew chicken bones with about 2.5 liters of water, then filter the bones, add seasoning seeds to the broth to taste. Soaked fish balls, drained, diced. Crab meat mixed with onion, little pepper powder and oil, stir well. Place fish balls and crab meat in a pot of broth, cook thoroughly. Mix tapioca flour with a little cold water into the soup, stir well, bring to a boil. Beat eggs, pour into soup, stir well. Pour soup into bowls, sprinkle with finely chopped coriander and pepper. Serve hot, make an appetizer soup. Fish ball soup with crab meat as an appetizer. Effect of kidney spleen and back pain treatment. Cure spermatozoa, spermatozoa, hemorrhoids, hemorrhoids, gonorrhea, bloody stools Fish balls 50g, 3 sausages, 1 bell pepper, green onions, 1/3 tbsp white wine, 1 bulb garlic and spices. Fish ball washed, soaked in ginger and wine, squeezed juice into pieces; sausage, sliced ​​chili; Wash and cut onions short. Fried fish ball golden, take out to dry. Garlic is smashed, chopped, non-aromatic, fried in sausages, added cashews, chili and cinnamon apricot wine, seasoned seeds to taste, fried fish balls, onions on the island quickly, turn off the stove. Appetizers, kidney function. Taboo: People with digestive disorders, diarrhea, low phlegm should not use. Note: Choose an opaque white or light yellow fish ball, dry, with a characteristic crunchy hardness. Avoid buying dark yellow, wet, moldy or strong fishy smell. Do not buy a lot to reserve because fish balls are easy to mold. When processing, wash, soak fish balls in ginger water mixed with a little white wine to remove the fishy smell.

The balance ball is a versatile exercise tool in sports (yoga, pilates) and is extremely supportive in exercises to treat back pain, and at the same time increases the strength of the central muscle group (including back muscles, muscles of the back, core muscles, etc.) abdomen, intercostal muscles, glutes). Beautiful Online introduces 4 simple movements with a balance ball to help relieve back pain and improve your posture. 1. Back extension exercise: Exercises that target the core muscle group will strengthen the back and improve posture. Step 1: Place your belly on the balance ball and keep your balance by extending your legs, toes on the floor. Step 2: Put your hands in front of you, cup your fists, thumbs out to the sides. Step 3: Inhale, when exhaling slowly raise the upper body as high as possible, chest lift off the ball, lift arms wide. Inhale and slowly lower your body back to the starting position. Pay attention to breathing evenly, deeply, slowly to promote muscle groups to work more effectively. Do this exercise 15 times in a row. 2. Superman exercises with the ball: Your entire back will be really burned after this exercise. Step 1: Lie on your stomach, use your feet to hold the ball. Squeeze your abs, bring your hands out in front of you. Step 2: Inhale, hold the ball tight, and raise your knees, abs, and arms overhead. Hold this position for 10 seconds and then slowly release your body back to the starting position. Repeat this movement 10 times in a row. 3. Upper back exercises: The exercise helps to expand the chest, exercises the shoulder and upper back muscles very effectively. Step 1: Put your belly on the ball, keep your balance by spreading your legs wide, straighten your legs, and touch the ground with your toes. Step 2: Bend your elbows, gently bring your hands behind your head, interlaced hands. Keep your fingers and arms tight and avoid letting your arms hang over your head. Step 3: Inhale. As you exhale, try to lift your upper body as high as possible. Inhale and slowly lower your body back to the starting position. Pay attention to perform the exercise slowly, slowly to promote effective muscle groups
than. Perform 15 times in a row/exercise. 4. Cross-balancing exercise on the ball: This exercise will stimulate many muscle groups and increase your balance. Step 1: Place your belly on the ball, balance by using your hands to support the ground at shoulder height, feet shoulder width apart. Step 2: Simultaneously raise the right hand and left leg, keep the arm and leg straight for 2 seconds and then slowly lower back to the original position. Do the same with the left hand and right foot. Try to perform rhythmically and slowly, keeping your body as balanced on the ball as possible by squeezing your abs, glutes, and thighs. Repeat this movement 20 times, alternating between sides. Posts: Beautiful Lifestyle

In recent years, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) has gradually become popular in Vietnam and is loved by many young people. “SUP rowing is a sport that brings exciting and diverse experiences to many players,” said Nguyen Ho, founder of Saigon Cheo Station. Over the past 7 years, SUP (Stand Up Paddle-boarding), or stand-up paddleboarding, has gradually become popular in Vietnam and favored by many young people. In addition to curious guests who love to experience new things, this sport also builds a community of passionate players, long-term investment. Having been involved with SUP rowing from an early age, Mr. Nguyen Ho said that the number of young people interested in this experience has increased significantly in the past 4-5 years. “Every month, we can receive 600-700 regular students to practice, and the number of guests who come to rent SUP or experience the subject is difficult to count,” he said. Unlike kayaking or boating, SUP is a personalized sport. Therefore, the tools and playing equipment are all one. Players will stand on a large board and use paddles to move on the water. In fact, SUP is suitable for many types of terrain such as rivers, streams, canals, lakes, but it is still ideal when playing in open water such as the sea. Under the advice, the SUP site I chose was in District 7, HCMC. One of the reasons why SUP is increasingly popular with young people is that it can serve a variety of purposes: relaxing rowing, sports rowing and participating in SUP racing. Like many first-time players, I choose to relax in order to both experience the sport and see Saigon from a new perspective. With this need, Coach Ho advised me to use an all-round board, suitable for beginners thanks to its well-balanced design, easy to balance on the water. The cost for a stand-up paddle boarding session here ranges from 300,000-600,000 VND/SUP, depending on different types and types of boards. In addition, players can participate in a short 3-hour training course with a coach for VND 500,000 to receive instruction on the most basic skills of this subject. For any sport, preparation is a must to ensure safety and optimize the experience. In about 30-45 minutes, I was taught the basics of water safety, SUP skills and handling situations. For beginners, the trainer will teach the basic movements to steer the SUP board on the water, including how to hold the paddle, balance, row straight, steer the sides and turn. The above techniques are not too difficult to understand and complicated, but it takes time to get used to and practice when starting “real combat”. After the introductory lesson on how to paddle SUP, I switched to protective equipment during the game: life jacket and seat belt. Note, the seat belt connecting the paddle board and the ankle is a must, regardless of whether it is a beginner or a professional. Nguyen Ho said the station has the complete right not to let guests into the water if they refuse to wear a leg strap. “Wearing a leg strap is like wearing a seat belt when sitting in a car or plane. If you accidentally fall into the water, you can’t drift far from the board, so you can rely on SUP to float to the surface,” he explained. . Another note when playing water sports is that players need to pay attention to the direction of the wind and creek to choose the time and place to drop the paddle board and handle the situation. Because the place where I dropped the SUP was a canal, with sludge accumulating below, the coach advised to wait for the high tide to move smoothly. On the other hand, players should row against the current first, when returning, they can follow the positive current to reduce their strength. Even though I was fully equipped with knowledge, I was still a little nervous before going into the water. Contrary to initial worries, the SUP board is quite stable, with little wobble on the water when I sit on it. Initially, players are encouraged to row in a kneeling position to get used to the feeling of floating on the water, then stand rowing as the name of the sport. However, when I lost my balance or encountered high winds, the coach advised me to kneel down to stabilize, to avoid falling into the water. After a few minutes of getting used to the SUP in a kneeling position, I gradually became more confident, trying to stand up in the correct way as instructed: against the paddle on the board, using one leg as a pillar to borrow the force to stand up. Only then did I really shake off the initial anxiety and confusion to enjoy this “unique” experience. From the water, I can watch the bustling urban scene in the distance, immersed in the golden sunset. In the midst of the hustle and bustle of Saigon, seeing the city from a whole new perspective is an exciting experience. After about an hour of rowing SUP, I started to feel tired. Therefore, players need to have a good physical foundation, or choose a reasonable intensity and playing time. In addition, when encountering underwater situations such as high winds, falling off the paddle board, entangled in obstacles …, it is necessary to calmly handle it, do not panic. Because SUP is a water sport, players should wear lightweight clothing or sportswear with sun protection for ease of swimming, movement and avoiding sunburn. I also prepare an extra waterproof bag to store important things like phone, cash…

Despite being quite busy with social work and taking care of her family, Mrs. Melinda has a habit of getting up early and spending the first hour of the day for herself. balanced life . “I meditate, do some stretches, do yoga and read a few pages,” Melinda said on The Cut. Mrs. Melinda Gates usually wakes up at 6:30 and spends about an hour practicing meditation, practicing yoga, going for a walk … Bill Gates’s ex-wife Bill Gates keeps a job meditate 2-3 times a week Each session lasts about 10 minutes and see this as a simple exercise to help relax the mind. After meditating and reading a few pages of the book, Mrs. Melinda will walk around the house: “Even when it is very cold in Seattle I will go out. I like to walk around the lake when it’s cold or barefoot in the yard or garden “. In addition to meditation, Ms. Melinda also often practices yoga, hiking, cycling, kayaking, skiing … as a way to balance life and maintain health. Invite readers to follow the video “ Home routines help improve your physique. ”Source: Awakening the Body. After an hour dedicated to herself, Mrs. Melinda will make breakfast with her youngest daughter. Mrs. Melinda’s favorite breakfast is Huevos Rancheros consisting of a tortilla with eggs and tomatoes, bell peppers, onions … Occasionally, she also exchanges dishes with muffins, yogurt or oats. Melinda said she also has a habit of drinking 1-2 cups of black coffee a day. About 1-2 years ago, she gave up the habit of drinking coffee after 13 o’clock, mainly consuming caffeinated beverages in the morning to protect her health and limit the impact on sleep.

The software currently provides more than 1,300 dishes for pregnant and lactating mothers to alternately use for more than 80 days. According to the “National Strategy on Nutrition 2011 – 2020 and a vision to 2030”, improving the nutritional status of women and children is an important goal to contribute to improving stature and body. force and wisdom of the Vietnamese people. In order to contribute to this important goal, from May 2018, Ajinomoto Vietnam Company cooperates with the Department of Maternal and Child Health and the National Institute of Nutrition to develop the Software “Develop a balanced diet menu. nursing mothers, nursing mothers and children from 7 months to 60 months of age ”. The official software was announced to be deployed nationwide since 12.2020 and is being provided completely free of charge at website www.dinhduongmevabe.com.vn. With an extensive menu of more than 1,300 dishes at present and in the future to increase to more than 2,500 dishes, users can use for more than 80 days in a row without worrying about repeating, guaranteed response. sufficient in energy, balanced nutrients, diverse food, meeting the needs of calcium, vegetables and fruits, suitable for physiological characteristics, regional tastes, deliciousness and ease of application. All menus of Software have been researched and developed according to a methodical process, starting from studying culinary habits, determining nutritional standards, nutritional data of popular foods, develop menus, calculate nutrition, guide processing, experiment with menus and perfect. The software also allows users to build a new menu with nutritional balance from the menu items available in the bank, in accordance with their personal conditions, preferences, income … At the same time, the software also provides providing tools to monitor the health of mothers and children, tools to check current nutrition, and many health advice, nutrition and other useful information. Users only need to register for a free account to be able to use all the functions of the Software. In the framework of the conference to promote software deployment for the entire central and provincial health system nationwide to deploy the software since April 2021, April 23, 2121, the Ministry of Health has coordinated with Ajinomoto Vietnam Company to organize a conference to deploy software “Develop a nutritionally balanced menu for pregnant women, nursing mothers and children from 7 months to 60 months old” for muscles Department of Health in Ha Tinh Dr. Tran Dang Khoa – Deputy Director, Department of Maternal and Child Health, speaks at the Conference. Participating in the Conference with TS. Tran Dang Khoa – Deputy Director, Department of Maternal and Child Health, Dr. Nguyen Luong Tam – Deputy Director of the Department of Health, Head / Deputy Head of Medical Operations and Specialists, Representative of Center for Disease Control, leaders and full-time staff of the Nutrition Departments, general hospitals and health centers in Ha Tinh province. At the conference, 80 leaders and medical staff attending the meeting were shared by technical staff of Ajinomoto Vietnam Company about the purpose and meaning of the Software’s contents for the subjects of Medical Facilities. local community and community, along with roles, functions, duties and ways to effectively deploy the Software / Website. Through the conference, the Ministry of Health and Ajinomoto Company expect the software to be accessed and widely used throughout the city, especially for pregnant women, nursing mothers and caregivers. children under 5 years old, contributing to the nutritional care and health for mothers and children in Ha Tinh in particular and the country in general.

Wang Chunying, deputy director and spokesperson of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange.Source: China Net

Wang Chunying pointed out that the world economy has been gradually recovering recently, and major developed countries have implemented very strong stimulus policies, which will boost consumer demand to a certain extent. At the same time, liquidity remains abundant, so commodity prices are rising. Regarding this issue, my country is one of the major importers of bulk commodities, and the impact of price increases deserves our attention. Some scholars and media are also concerned, such as the issue of imported inflation.

Wang Chunying said that from the perspective of the foreign exchange bureau, we are more concerned about the impact of rising commodity prices from the perspective of international payments. For example, if import payments increase, what impact will it have on the balance of payments? We saw an increase in imports in the first quarter, but exports also achieved good growth. The trade in goods still achieved a surplus of 760 billion yuan, which was higher than the average level of the previous two years. Under this circumstance, the current account maintained a basic balance and a small surplus in the first quarter. It should be said that the overall balance of payments is still healthy.

Wang Chunying also said that the foreign exchange bureau will continue to promote the liberalization and facilitation of trade and investment, and there is no need to worry in this regard. In 1996, my country realized current account convertibility, and the real demand for foreign exchange for imports can be guaranteed in terms of policies. (Zhongxin Jingwei APP)

According to Feng Shui expert Thierry Chow from Hong Kong (China), the New Year 2021 promises many changes. To help make these changes work in a positive direction, each person can improve feng-shui in their living and working spaces. Photo: Presitige HK. 1. Choose a good direction: Thierry Chow suggests the best directions for personal space are West, East, and Northeast. In particular, the western corner is good for physical and mental health, so a desk or resting place should be placed. Bright and cheerful colors in this area give a good energy boost. Image: Pinterest. Meanwhile, the Northeast corner is good for relationships. Set red, pink or purple flowers to stimulate good energy in personal relationships. The Eastern Corner is ideal for career and education. Placing trees in this area will help progress. Photo: Pinterest. North and Southeast directions are not good this year. Place metal objects like clocks and copper bowls here to minimize negative energy. Photo: Pinterest. 2. Create good airflow: The female feng shui expert said the “qi” factor is very important in feng shui. For good airflow, it is important to avoid clutter of furniture in front of doors or hallways. The solution to this is to clean the accommodation every few months, keeping everything tidy regularly. Image: Stock. In addition, avoid suffocation. Open a window to let in fresh air and natural sunlight. Place furniture in a position that is easy to move, try different positions until it feels right. This will help to regenerate the energy in the room and good for the airflow. Photo: Stock. 3. Balance the five elements: Placing trees (representing Wood) in the living space helps to remove stagnant bad air and reduce stress. Among them, the plants without thorns are the most ideal. Copper, silver and gold (representing Kim) are known to have antibacterial properties. Metal decorations can be placed around your space. Image: Tatler. Bring more elements of soil (Earth) into the habitat to balance. Feng shui stone and crystal are two suitable options. For more fire (Fire) in your home, light candles or lights to evoke inspiration and creativity. Photo: Tatler. Water (Water) features, such as aquariums or fountains, are key to allowing good, ample energy to “flow” into the home or workspace. Photo: Pinterest. 4. Meditate at home: Home meditation techniques make it easier for individuals to connect with their own souls. Meditation helps clear your mind and allows you to feel and gradually let go of negative energies around you. Image: Tatler. 5. Home decoration: Decorative details can also create a good atmosphere. Hanging up a picture or piece of art that arouses positive emotions, or at least makes its owner smile while watching. Sunlit yellow, upbeat orange or lush green are all colorful accents that help brighten the mood. Image: Tatler.

Jetski – water motorcycle Jetski is both a means of transportation at sea and a game that attracts a large number of young people. Most beaches in Nha Trang have Jetski rental by the hour, with many different prices. If you experience this game for the first time, it does not take long to get used to the movement. It takes about 5-10 minutes to learn how to operate Jetski, as well as how to handle the situation where Jetski is overturned in the sea. It does not take much time to fly the jeski at sea. Photo: Phuong Tram Nguyen. Although it is a thrilling game, the lessee ensures the safety for the participants. If unfortunately the visitor dislocated and caused the boat to capsize, you have a life vest and the timely support of the rescue team attached behind. However, you must run within the permissible speed, not beyond the control of the rescue team. Cost fluctuation: 700,000 – 800,000 VND / 30 minutes. Advantages: Quite safe, easy to control, affordable. Defect: Jetski is easy to flip, often encounter obstacles in the sea. Flyboard Flyboard is a new marine sport introduced to Vietnam. This game is currently only available in Nha Trang. When participating, visitors will be equipped with a jet engine in the leg, with the role of strongly absorbing water and pushing out extremely high pressure, helping to lift players out of the water. This game is also known as transforming into a superman, because you can control the altitude, glide on the water like in a fantasy movie. The game offers a unique experience. Photo: Mennasamy. However, visitors need time to learn how to control the device as well as keep balance while in the air. The core of the game is that you keep your body balance, which helps you to control the device smoothly and simply. Costs range from: 1,200,000 VND / person for 10 minutes. Advantages: New and unique experience. Defect: Difficult to control, the cost is quite high. Parasailing – Parasailing canoes Canoeing is known to be one of the most exciting adventure sports in the sea. When participating in the game, visitors are fixed to a parachute, after the canoe runs to the sea at high speed, the parachute will fly high. Enjoy the vast sea air from above. Photo: Foreverwithcole. It is called an adventure game but the parasailing ensures safety for the participant with a sturdy seat belt system, in addition to a life jacket and a support canoe underneath. Join the game, visitors do not need to go through a familiarization course, just wait for the wind to pull you up, enjoy a vast sky. However, before flying, the instructor will guide visitors on some notes when flying to avoid the dangers of high altitude. In case visitors are not confident can fly with friends, and the coach is always ready to accompany when needed. Cost fluctuation: 500,000 – 800,000 VND / round Advantages: Experience a feeling of refreshing, interesting, does not take time to get used to, less dangerous. Defect: Not suitable for people with fear of heights.

1. Side Plank: Increases endurance for arm, leg and abdominal muscles

Side Plank is a movement that increases endurance for all muscle groups in the body. In particular, the focus of this exercise will target the diagonal abdominal muscles, burning excess fat to help tighten and slim the waistline. When you feel comfortable in this pose, try increasing the difficulty with more difficult physical movements like stretching your arms or raising and lowering your waist area.

2. Forearm Plank Rocks: Increases energy for the body

Regular exercise not only strengthens the body from the arms, legs, and abdomen to the entire muscle group, but also improves brain focus. Forearm Plank Rocks is suitable for both physical and mental exercise for those who have fallen in love with this plank.

3. Side Plank Hover and Kick: Burn fat in the waist area

In this exercise, you will have to tilt your body to one side, the movements will use the intercostal muscles both inside and out. At this point, you can no longer “lie down” in one place but start to work, the muscle groups must also coordinate more smoothly, increasing flexibility for the body.

4. Plank with Shoulder Taps: Improves muscle groups

“Plank with Shoulder Taps” works with several muscle groups, including abdominal muscles, back muscles, glutes, thigh muscles, head muscles and especially hip flexors. Because the hips are frequently held in the bent position (eg, sit a lot), for a long time, the hip flexors will be short and contract, limiting the ability to fully straighten the hips. Hip flexion exercises can relieve back pain and lay the foundation for safer postures like bending. Bodybuilders recommend repeating these movements 10-15 times in a row to strengthen all groups of firm, supple muscle structures.

5. Plank Commandos: Strengthens the entire body

“Plank Commandos” help your body withstand the effects of heavy force and strengthen calves during balance. Commandos also has the added benefit of quickening your arms, chest, and shoulders compared to traditional planks.

6. Plank to Pop Up Squat: Help round 3 toned and plump

Traditional squats are old, squat exercises combined with advanced planks make your breasts full and sexy. For this exercise to be optimal and without injury, during the exercise you must lower all your strength on the leg and arm area to maintain the best balance. In addition, this movement also helps to reduce weight and firm the whole body.

7. Side Plank Hip Raises: Exercise balanced physique

The hip plank is an exercise that can address some of the most common weaknesses in the human body. The imbalance of the shoulders and hips is one of the most difficult to correct; This hip lift helps you stabilize your scapula, activates the glutes to control hip movement, and adjusts the balance between your upper and lower body to be more harmonious.

8. Forearm Plank Hip Dips: Burn fat effectively

This divine fat burning plank is the secret to the most effective fat burning on the sides. Transforming a little with basic push-ups, try push-ups and move your hips back and forth. This type of plank not only strengthens the muscle groups, but also tightens the abdominal muscles.

9. TRX Plank Rock: Breakthrough muscle gain solution

Using TRX resistance wire is a fairly safe, low-risk method, suitable even for women who do not have much training experience. With this exercise, you will adjust the rope hanging 30cm from the floor, or you can adjust the height or low as you want to fit your body. Consistently perform regular exercises, you will see a marked change in the 2 most difficult areas to lose fat, which is the waist and thigh area.

10. Plank Ski Jump:Improve heart health

“Plank Ski Jump” effectively stimulates energy consumption. Do this exercise in a back and forth posture, putting pressure on your arms to keep your body balanced. Exercise is effective in enhancing cardiovascular health, increasing the absorption of oxygen, pumping blood to working muscles, promoting the process of burning fat quickly. Regular exercise also helps your body improve health, fight some aging diseases.

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22 years after having to play in third place, Man City is now present in the semifinals of the Champions League. (Image: Getty Images)

Looking at the presence of English clubs in the two European arenas, the balance of power has changed. Money is key, but not all.

The British flag is flying high again in Europe and the two English finals like the 2018/19 season are completely repeatable, with Chelsea – Man City in the Champions League and MU – Arsenal in the Europa League. Before you dream of that scenario, though, pause for a moment and think about the amazing change in English football.

About two decades ago, even those with the richest imagination could not imagine a day when Chelsea and Man City walked on their journey to conquer Europe’s peak, while MU and Arsenal sought a salvation. for the season in the 2nd tier arena.

At the turn of the 21st century, MU and Arsenal are the two dominant forces in the Premier League. They rarely bother with the rest and spend time searching for European glory. Chelsea and Man City do not have that comfort. The two grappled with their own problems, mostly with regard to money.

Before Roman Abramovich took over the Blues, this team owed £ 80 million and faced bankruptcy. The Citizens is also deeply in debt after trying to get out of the 3rd league and back to the Premier League, playing a derby with MU instead of Macclesfield Town in a stadium with only 6,000 spectators.

When the problem is money, it’s easy to solve if there are bosses like Abramovich or Sheikh Mansour, who suddenly one day discover their love for football and step into Chelsea, Man City, then make a transformation. spectacular. Two teams that are inferior to their history suddenly become giants, overthrow old forces and write their own history.

Arsenal Vice President David Dein once described how Chelsea functioned as follows: “Abramovich parked his Russian tank on our doorstep and shot out £ 50 bills.” Dick Law, Dein’s assistant, corrected: “I think it looks more like a 1,000 bill.”

There’s a pretty big jealousy here. The Russian billionaire once learned about the possibility of buying Arsenal but ignored it and Dein was extremely angry when he knew it. As for Sir Alex Ferguson, he accused Chelsea of ​​”ruining football” and scolded Man City, “a noisy neighbor” that was “spending money in a suicide fashion”.

In a less extreme way, former Newcastle President Sir John Hall said that in football, people don’t have to pay, only so far, bosses spend more money. “We, Aston Villa, Everton and Liverpool, Arsenal or MU all burn a lot of money, but the tycoons have taken everything to new heights. The bottomless pocket allows them to do anything, ”commented Hall.

But Hall added, billionaires from all over the world “have changed the game and the way football is run”, not just about money. As seen, in the period of 2013 up to now, MU’s actual expenditure is 780 million pounds, not much less than Man City (854 million) and double Chelsea (380 million), triple Liverpool (231 million). What about Arsenal, with 445 million spent, they are the third most expensive team in the Premier League, just less than two Manchester teams.

Money is very important in football, but it must be efficient to drive big ambitions. MU and Arsenal are slow to adapt and then fall behind. Efforts to spend money to level the gap can help them catch up with Chelsea and Man City, but not now.

“We have reached the semi-finals of the Europa League and this is like a true big game in Europe, because Roma is a rival with a long history,” MU coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said after overcoming Granada. April 16 morning.

“It is wonderful to be one of the four strongest teams in Europe. This is not an achievement, because Man City has entered the semi-finals of the Champions League once. We are creating another history, ”Man City coach Pep Guardiola said on Thursday.

A team trying to write history in Europe’s most famous league, a team trying to exaggerate the stature of the second-tier arena sounds ironic. However, this is how football plays out.

Made of iron with a simple structure, the lever scale was a very familiar measuring instrument in Vietnam in the early 1990s and earlier. Few people believe that this scale has a very long history. (Photo taken at the Museum of Ho Chi Minh City).

According to Chinese accounts, the balance is an invention by Lu Ban (507 BC – 444 BC), a famous craftsman who lived in the early Lu Kingdom of the Warring States period in Chinese history.

Lu Ban’s lever scale is made of wood, consisting of scales, weights, and scales, operating on the principle of leverage. Based on the Red Dipper and the Lucifer Nam Dau, he engraved 13 engraved lines on the scale, setting 13 taels to equal 1 kilogram.

After the unification of the six countries, Tan Thuy Hoang added three engraved lines corresponding to the three-star “Phuc Loc Tho”, changed from 13 taels to 16 taels equal to 1 pound.

According to the old convention, the marking on the scale must be white or yellow, not be used black, implying that the business must be fair, integrity, not dark.

The first engraved line on the club scale is called the “leveling table”, its position is the hanging point of the weight with the weight hook when the weight is in equilibrium. The most important point when doing balance is that you have to choose the right “goal”.

Despite its simple structure, the balance lever has quite high accuracy, easy to use, not difficult to transport and manipulate. Over time, these scales have added improvements to make them more convenient to use.

From China, the balance was introduced into Vietnam and became the main weighing and measuring tool of the Vietnamese people for many centuries.

The lever scale was widely used until the end of the subsidy period, with its design not changing too much after thousands of years. It used to be an “inseparable” item of housewives across three regions.

Since the Doi Moi period, with the popularity of many modern scales such as clock scales, electronic scales … lever scales are no longer used in life.

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You lean forward or backward

Walking in a forward or backward leaning position puts pressure on our hips resulting in back and hip pain.

You should keep your posture straight, your chin parallel to the ground, and your shoulders relaxed. This helps you align your body and doesn’t put unnecessary weight on your hips and lower back.

Put your toes down first

When walking, many people place the toes with their fingers down first. However, this habit will cause pain in the hips, knees and toes. Also, going on tiptoes leads to problems with tendons and calves when these parts are constantly under tension.

Therefore, you should put down the heel section before moving.

Keep your shoulders too high

Walking with shoulders tense and tall can lead to neck and shoulder pain due to locked muscles. Instead, relax your shoulders comfortably for a naturally arched back. Be careful not to push your shoulders back or push your chest and buttocks away as this can cause muscle pain.

Don’t move your hands

Busy, you should move your arms while walking to keep your balance. Also, if your hands are not swayed, you may have problems with blood circulation.

This can also affect the health, swollen and red hands of some people, especially in hot weather. It’s best to have your arms match the rhythm of your footsteps.

Wrong shoe type

Shoes that are too hard, too heavy, do not fit or wear for more than 1 year are not good for the user. If hard or heavy, shoes can cause pain and muscle tension with each step. Reduced support for the foot and lack of flexibility will affect the knees and the foot itself.

The footsteps are too long

If you step too far in the front of your body, excess weight will be placed on your shin. This can cause pain in the shin and lead to knee damage. You’re best off taking smaller steps.

The dog is too far ahead

One study found that people who walked the dog were more likely to injure and fracture. A dog pulling on your arm can easily lose balance and put pressure on your shoulders, elbows and wrists. You are at risk for sprains as well as wrist and elbow ligament injuries.

An Yen (According to the Brightside)

Co-operate

In one way or another, all the basic elements of the World Order have been reshaped. Covid-19 easily crosses international borders; Countries have worked together on strategies to stop the virus. The World Health Organization (WHO) has played an important role in linking countries in modern health. The WHO is an organization that is underperforming when the US, under President Trump, has withdrawn from it.

Bringing the US back to WHO was one of the first orders President Biden made. Some scholars see this thoughtful US cooperation on the international arena as a move to unite against the rise of China. Trump’s “America First” approach means American protectionism, and Biden is said to have taken advantage of the opportunity created by the Covid-19 pandemic to match with allies in Asia.

Security

Countries rarely lean heavily towards human security standards defined by the United Nations in the 1994 United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Human Development report. Food security, economics and Health is one of the important components of human security. The pandemic has facilitated demonstrating the important nature of international institutions and cooperation. Security, therefore, has been redefined; Priorities have been shifted to health security.

The balance of strength

One might say that, in times of pandemic, nations have come together to counter this common challenge. However, this claim has not been endorsed by tough political thinkers. Disruption in the global economy tends to destabilize international politics, so conflict is likely to increase in the post-Covid world. For example, the ongoing economic competition between the US and China is likely to continue to intensify as the two great powers begin to engage in the “New Cold War”.

Covid-19 will reshape the world order; Source: yalibnan.com

The US has blamed China for the spread of SARS-CoV-2, and Trump has repeatedly called SARS-CoV-2 “the Chinese virus”. To neutralize the cause, China is actively researching and developing the Covid-19 vaccine. The crisis has enabled China to prove itself to the world. In the long run, this can shake the balance of power. However, neither China nor the US is in a position to emerge as a “victorious” party in a way that could dramatically alter the balance of world power in favor of either nation.

Vaccine race

Mass production of the Covid-19 vaccine is no less than a space order race or an arms race. Vaccine production Covid-19 is not only a matter of saving lives, an economic and commercial problem, but also a matter of saving the face of some world leaders. Russia, the US, the UK, Germany, India and China are the top competitors in the vaccine race.

Russian President Putin is eager to introduce the vaccine to the world. It would be a sign of prestige in international society and help Russia impose the new world order it contests with. Likewise, China has its own ambitions to lead the world. The redistribution of power in the post-Covid world will depend on the performance of states in containment of the virus.

World financial order

The World Bank estimates a 5.2% decline in the global economy due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Both the US and China are eager to revive Covid-affected economies in one way over the other. Basically, the US is leading the world economy, accounting for a quarter of the world economy; 80% of world trade is in USD.

China aims to change this payment method in international trade. The country is creating competition with the US for global trade by building its own banks. The speed of economic recovery of these two economies will determine the post-Covid financial world order.

Dependence

Both the US and China need allies to compete in the “New Cold War”. The Covid-19 pandemic gave them the opportunity to become allies through medical assistance. The Covid-19 Global Access Facility (COVAX) plans to distribute a large portion of the vaccine to low- and middle-income countries.

The race against coronavirus is exciting due to a variety of causes; Source: reddit.com

In July 2020, China promised to lend Latin America and the Caribbean 1 billion USD. America is also interested in this practice because President Biden is a strong advocate of global institutionalism. COVAX could be a new kind of bailout. If so, the Third Period’s dependence on the First Period would probably increase.

Technology

As an agent with a latent function, Covid has helped drive innovation. Nations with better technology are likely to impose their World Order. During the Covid-19 crisis, there was an exponential growth in technology adoption. This implies that the military will have better strategic equipment than it did in the pre-Covid era. In modern international relations, military power is the core determinant of state power.

Health is an element of national strength

Before the Covid-19 pandemic, elements of state power were military or economic strength. Health has also been shown to be an indirect factor in national strength, the pandemic indicates. Countries with better health have a higher chance of control; Their economies have better prospects for recovery. As a result, “healthy” states have an advantage over others in implementing policies based on their strengths.

Climate Change

Due to the industrial sector restriction during the shutdown, the global economy collapsed. In the first phase, it was thought that the shutdown would be a blessing for climate change. However, to revive the economy, governments of both developed and developing countries have no choice but to reopen their industries. This means more carbon emissions.

Immigration and, as a result, globalization, is perceived as increasing in the post-Covid-19 world; Source: internationalbanker.com

Climate deals are likely to be postponed until the economy resumes operations. Falling oil prices due to the pandemic will make it easier for poorer countries to revive their industries. This is another stumbling block to the way a global economy is carbon-free. As such, the post-Covid world will have negative effects on the climate.

Threats to political rights

The pandemic proved to be unfortunate for the rising Right Wing. Populism, nationalism, and nationalism do not seem to work on right-wing leaders. The Covid-19 pandemic required performance and output rather than speeches and slogans. This is evident from the 2020 US presidential election, which has been widely criticized for being a populist leader. Handling pandemic is one of the main factors that cost him the price in the recent election. Likewise, in other parts of the world, people are asking for better governance, not letting power fall into the hands of the madman.

End of globalization?

Globalization has been severely affected by the pandemic. However, globalization slowed long before the pandemic hit, even before the election of the former US President that the anti-internationalist Trump won. Some scholars predict the end of globalization due to the pandemic; others believe that the pandemic shows how the world is interconnected. They see the potential for development of globalization and cooperation between countries, especially in relation to COVAX.

Jobs are an important part of globalization. Historical data shows that the crises tend to strengthen globalization. Globalization has also helped boost the declining economy. Unemployment has increased dramatically due to a ban in place to stop the spread of the virus. To fix the damage, people will tend to cross international borders. Immigration, as a result, globalization, is likely to increase in the post-Covid world.

The Covid-19 pandemic alone may not completely change the World Order, but the transitions brought about by the pandemic in the international system have the potential to determine the leader of the global political order. The post-Covid world order depends on how and at what speed the world comes out of a pandemic. If the US or China fails to resist vaccine nationalism – restricting the dosage of the Covid-19 vaccine for domestic use, it will be difficult to ally with other countries on their vision of the New World Order. ./.

“Trees soaked in water for 20 days cannot survive,” said landscape planner Ngo Anh Dao, who has planted dull forests along the 650m long shore of Triem Tay and neighboring Cam Kim commune since 2018. Sad is sad, she said, but this is the law of nature.

The cork tree is the body

According to TS. Ngo Anh Dao is “a pioneer tree and a sacrifice for the posterior generation behind.” As a result, although the number of poor trees is only 1/3, the riverbank of Trem Tay village does not erode like in the previous years when floods came.

This poor forest is the outermost layer of an ecological soft embankment coping with landslide. Anh Dao put it to the test at her farm An Nhien after the historic flood in 2017 seeped 12ha of the riverbank area. Before the embankment was constructed, each time the flood came, the banks of the Trem Tay River would recede more than ten meters deep and many villagers determined that they would have to leave sooner or later.

TS. Ngo Anh Dao, the concept designer of the ecological embankment. Photo: Yen Duong

The ecological soft embankment model is the result of many years of observation and research by TS. Anh Dao goes downstream of Thu Bon river. She does not consider this as a new invention but simply a process of restoring indigenous ecosystems.

“This is a very sensitive and fragile area,” said the female landscape planner, when she was under pressure from the water pouring in from the Truong Son mountain range, and the pressure from waves and storms. Just comparing the map of Thu Bon river basin from 1984 with the present, anyone can recognize the appearance, swelling and disappearance of floating dunes. If more than 30 years ago, there were four large and small sand dunes in front of Trem Tay, over time, the side of the mudslide, now they have formed a large dune deviating to the north, causing the flow from upstream to crash into the bank of Trem Tay village and the neighboring Cam Kim commune. Therefore, every time the flood comes, the Trem Tay bank will slide and the other sand dune bank accretes.

The villagers of Trem Tay seem to be too familiar with this harsh law of nature. At the age of 54, Pham Duoc had to move his house twice despite being born and raised in this village. His first home was at the head of the village but by the age of twenty, he was forced to move to the middle of the village. In 2009, the commune authorities urged him to continue to move, but because of “comfortable housing, a garden, a chicken”, he decided to stay. However, after the historic flood in 2017, when the water flooded to 1.6 meters deep, he got scared and decided to demolish the house, sell the land and move to his current home at the end of the village.

“I wanted to build a house to leave for the children, so I accepted it,” he was told. Each time like that, he “is not sad” because “has to accept it.”

Also because of the desire to keep the village and have a passion for planting trees, this builder began to work as TS’s farm housekeeper. Anh Dao from 2016 on a piece of land at the end of the village abandoned because some people have retreated inland like Mr. Can. Others, especially the young, have quit farming because their rice land is either no longer available or salty, and go to work on tourism in Hoi An or Da Nang.

On this wasteland, Mr. Can and other workers have built wooden houses with modern designs, combining the high structure of stilt houses with indigenous materials such as bamboo and grass. The houses are mixed with nursery gardens and research of diversity of plants.

Standing from the house overlooking the river bank is a bamboo forest that villagers planted in the 1980s to prevent floods. “Thanks to this bamboo forest, when the flood comes, the flow will decrease”, he is explained. “Like when water runs through that basket.”

In front of the bamboo forest, along the riverbank is the ecological embankment.

Use “soft” against “hard”

Different from the commonly applied concrete hard revetment in Vietnam, the soft revetment does not resist the destruction of waves and floods but backs and accepts it – more similar to the village motto of living with floods. This 200 years old.

“The current popular philosophy is that people are fighting against nature, conquering nature with hard solutions and ignoring the understanding of coastal ecosystems, the access between water and land”, PhD. Mr. Dao analyzed. “Thinking like conquering nature, using it hard against the power of nature will be terrible because its destructive power will be even greater.”

Principle TS. Cherry mentioned that the law is immutable in physics: punching a wall with your hand will always hurt more if you punch the mattress with the same force. And given the increasing intensity and destructive power of storms and floods due to the effects of climate change, new coping measures are becoming more and more imperative to minimize damage from dike breaks.

Illustration of three-layer ecological soft embankment used to cope with the landslide of TS. Ngo Anh Dao. Illustration: lambinh

In the design of the ecological embankment, the cork tree is TS. Cherry brought back to plant from Quang Tri, is the outer layer of the buffer protecting the village shore. The roots of this plant are of two types. The main root is poked straight down, possibly up to ten meters deep. The secondary roots, also known as lung roots, are precipitated when immature, soft and swaying with the waves. When the tree grows, this lung root hardens, protrudes from the mud about 60-80cm, very hard. Therefore, cork trees have the ability to accumulate mud, hold soil, and reduce the destructive power of underground waves.

Next to the cork layer is a layer of grass, including native grasses such as hammer grass, grass with bald roots that can be up to 3m deep below the ground, next to the pangasius is a two-leafed tree, the roots are even deeper. tens of meters. These are easy-to-live, fast-growing plants with good soil holding capacity.

The last layer is a row of casuarina trees planted from 2017 that are 8m high. In addition to the ability to hold soil, the height and softness of the conifers help to both block waves and windbreak.

These three layers together create a green vegetation reinforced with bamboo biological “lock” layers to support soil retention in the early years when the layers are young, the roots are not deep enough.

With the initial results achieved, TS. Anh Dao is confident that the philosophy behind this model is the right direction for the sensitive downstream areas that are suffering from both natural disasters and natural disasters. The flood discharge of dozens of hydroelectricity upstream; exploitation of sand in the river bed; monoculture agriculture, improper exploitation of groundwater, causing subsidence; along with tourism development, regardless of the fragility of the ground here, all contribute to increasing the risk of landslides in the area, he explained.

Natural balance

Realizing the initial efficiency of the project, in addition to the affordable price – the construction cost of 1 meter of ecological embankment is only 1/5 of the cost of building the concrete embankment – Hoi An government plans to extend 900m of longitudinal embankment. According to the territory of Phuoc Thang village in the neighboring Cam Kim commune, where after the flood in 2017, the bank fell 50 meters deep into the mainland.

However, the ecological embankment is not without its risks. “An embankment requires a tree to develop to a certain extent to be effective,” said Nguyen The Hung, vice president of Hoi An city. This is a fact to consider when choosing the time to start planting trees for ecological embankments because according to the experience of the Hoi An people, every three to five years a big flood will repeat and the poor forest also needs that many years. to be able to cope with floods.

The most obvious evidence is the initial failures in the construction of ecological embankments by TS. Cherry. In fact, the horticultural forest she planted in 2018 was the second test after the failure of 2017, when the historic flood hit and killed the immature cork trees that were only one year old.

Pham Duoc, born and raised in the village of Trem Tay, had to move his house due to the impact of floods and landslides. Photo taken on January 26, 2121 in Trem Tay village (Dien Phuong, Dien Ban district, Quang Nam province). Photo: Yen Duong

Therefore, each ecological embankment requires a deep understanding of the local soil and climate. Invited by the authorities of Dak Nong and Dak Lak to study the replication of an ecological embankment model for the Krong No riverbank, which is suffering from severe landslides, PhD. Anh Dao cannot carry the whole model from An Nhien. The key thing that does not change is the principle of using measures of “soft, back and forth” instead of “forward and conquer”.

Post-flood cleaning in An Nhien continues after Tet. Meanwhile, the poor forest has begun to show signs of revitalization. “Maybe I will leave it alone, the cork tree will grow back on its own, or I will plant more, depending on the budget”. Anh Dao said.

What is important according to the doctor is the long-term perspective. Once the embankment ecosystem is returned to its natural equilibrium, other social and economic benefits will follow.

Since the ecological embankment, shrimp, fish, birds, wild ducks, many insects have created a new source of livelihood for the village. Each spring, “so many birds can not sleep at night,” he shared. The green embankment on the transparent river also contributes to attracting more tourists to visit this ancient village.

If before 2015, Trem Tay land was sold for 1 million / m2, not many people bought, now, the land price has increased 15 times thanks to community tourism projects, resorts and the belief that village land will is kept. Walking around the road surrounded by the tea tree fence of the village, you can see that people are taking advantage of repairing and repainting their houses to make them more stable and spacious. From the past two years, young people working away from home have come back with plans to do tourism and open shops. All just wait for the disease to pass to be ready to revive.

Le Giang Lam

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(This article is supported by the Rainforest Press Foundation in partnership with Pulitzer Center)