Vietnam faces shortage of artificial intelligence experts

Artificial intelligence (AI) is now at the center of the technology world. Many countries around the world have largely invested in AI and Vietnam is no exception.

Unique solutions needed for economic recovery

After the fourth Covid-19 wave, only 2 to 3 percent of households indicate that they are doing well. The well-off also tighten their belly and prioritize healthcare and employment.

Work on a series of key projects worth over $12bil. starts in Quang Ninh

Groundbreaking ceremonies for four key projects were launched on October 24 in Quang Ninh Province, marking the reopening of one of the pillar economies in Vietnam after a long break due to COVID-19.

Vietnam, Japan launch Phase VIII of Joint Initiative

Vietnam and Japan have launched Phase VIII of their Joint Initiative, focusing on 11 issues aimed at further improving Vietnam’s business and investment climate.

Vietnam receives 1.3 million more Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine doses from US

Another shipment of 1,316,250 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine touched down at Noi Bai  Airport last night, bringing the total COVID-19 vaccines donated by the US to Vietnam to 10.8 million doses.

Quat Dong embroidery village

About 25km from Hanoi’s centre, Quat Dong village is well-known for its colorful handmade embroidered products reflecting the Vietnamese people and land which are favored by domestic customers and foreign friends.

Quang Phu Cau incense-making village

Before the bulletin comes to an end, let’s join us in a visit to Quang Phu Cau village, an incense making village in Ung Hoa district in Hanoi. 

Fees on Vietnam-Cambodia waterway route down over 10 times

Fees and charges for transporting on the Vietnam-Cambodia waterway route are paid according the tonnage rates when vehicles entering and leaving seaports from October 12.

Upcoming ASEAN Summits to run virtually given COVID-19

Brunei will host the 38th and 39th ASEAN Summits and Related Summits virtually via 11 video conferences on October 26-28.

State Commission for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs launches portal

The Vietnamese Foreign Ministry’s State Commission for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (SCOV) launched its portal at https://scov.gov.vn at an online ceremony held in Hanoi on October 23.

Education Ministry issues set of safety criteria in COVID-19 prevention and control

The Ministry of Education has issued a set of safety criteria in COVID-19 prevention and control for all educational systems nationwide as a basis for deciding whether schools are allowed to open.

For cooperative and peaceful East Sea

Due to complicated historical, geographical, and legal conditions, the East Sea has been the subject of continued disputes between surrounding countries, including Vietnam. 

The ambitions of Vietnamese corporations

Many Vietnamese businessmen have refused to sell their businesses to foreign partners.

Additional 4,045 COVID-19 cases recorded on October 24

The Ministry of Health announced 4,045 new infections of COVID-19, on October 24, along with 53 COVID-19 related deaths.

15th NA’s second working week to focus on law building

The 15th National Assembly will focus on law building during its second online working week from October 25-30, as part of its ongoing second session.

Choosing '5 star' life until the end

Many elderly people said that by choosing a quality nursing home, they feel completely assured and are happy to spend the rest of their life there.

 

Project on marine aquaculture development till 2030 approved

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh has recently signed Decision No.1664/QD-TTg approving a project on marine aquaculture development till 2030 with a vision to 2045.

Major General takes the helm of Vietnam Coast Guard

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has decided to appoint Major General Le Quang Dao as Commander of the Vietnam Coast Guard under the Ministry of Defense.

Fast economic recovery rather uncertain

If all barriers are removed, Vietnam’s GDP (gross domestic product) in 2021 may reach 2-2.5% in accordance with the optimistic projection.

Gas price hike not affecting GDP

The sharp increase in gas prices recently will surely affect the speed of economic recovery and increase prices of goods.

Risks of Covid-19 treatment drugs with unknown origin

When the fourth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic broke out in Vietnam, drugs for treating Covid-19 were advertised widely on social networks.

Debut of Smart Operations Center in Thu Duc City

The Party Committee, People's Council, People's Committee, Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Ho Chi Minh City’s Thu Duc City introduced the launch of the Intelligent Operation Center (IOC) of Thu Duc City on October 23.

Ministry guides administration of Abdala Covid-19 vaccine

The Ministry of Health yesterday issued its guidelines on the administration of the three-shot Abdala coronavirus vaccine which was approved for emergency use.

Korean chaebol and lessons for Vietnamese family corporations

It has become common for many Vietnamese entrepreneurs to give senior management positions in their businesses to their children, gradually creating a business continuity tradition in private corporations in Vietnam.

 

The forgotten field with USD billion potential

With natural conditions and advantages of traditional medicine, Vietnam has great potential for developing wellness tourism.