Vietnam asks Pfizer to cooperate in production of Covid-19 drug

The Vietnamese Ambassador to the US has suggested that Pfizer cooperate with Vietnam in the production of drugs to treat Covid-19 and promote an effective and safe vaccine for children.

Remains of US servicemen repatriated

The Vietnam Office for Seeking Missing Persons (VNOSMP) on October 17 handed over remains of US servicemen missing in action during the war in Vietnam to the US.

Vietnam records 3,193 new COVID-19 cases

Vietnam on October 17 reported 3,193 new infections of COVID-19, including 18 imported cases, according to the Ministry of Health.

Vietnam holds potential for robot, AI development: insiders

Vietnam holds huge potential in the application and development of new technologies amid the wide utilisation of robot and artificial intelligence (AI) in daily life activities.

Vietnamese Innovation Network in Europe debuts

The Vietnamese Innovation Network in Europe (VINEU) was launched at a ceremony held at the Embassy of Vietnam in Germany and via videoconference on October 16.

Pandemic prevention and control policies must be unified nationwide: PM

Pandemic prevention and control policies must be unified nationwide, PM Pham Minh Chinh told an online conference with the Steering Committees for COVID-19 Prevention and Control of 63 provinces today.

Overcoming crisis, businesses enjoy ‘new normal’

Amid the difficulties caused by Covid-19, the Vietnamese entrepreneurial spirit remains and businesses are using every possible means to maintain production and adapt to the new circumstances.

Vietnam's U22 football players gathered for AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

26 players of the Vietnam National U22 football team are gathered for upcoming matches of the 2022 AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers

Vietnam ought to improve fruit quality for exports

The export value of vegetables and fruits reached at US$3.2 billion in 2020 and fruits account for 80 percent of export turnover.

More workers return to work

In recent days, workers from the Central Highlands provinces are returning to HCMC, Dong Nai, and Binh Duong to continue their jobs because they know that social distancing has been loosened, and businesses have started to resume production.

Thu Duc needs to strengthen residents' quality of life: HCMC Party Chief

One of the important missions that the local authorities must make every effort to frequently carry out drastically is strengthening residents' quality of life

The woman who is mother to hundreds of abandoned children

Ms. Huong, who has been taking care of hundreds of abandoned children for almost 30 years, is unconcerned about her personal happiness and instead gives all of her time and affection to the kids.

EVFTA gives fresh impetus to trade and investment co-operation

The Vietnam-EU Trade Forum is expected to take place on October 27 in Hanoi.

Comic book illustrated by Vietnamese young female artist published in Japan

The comic book Ehon "Friends" illustrated by local female artist Dom Dom has just been published by Japan’s Sunny Side Publishing House.

Hanoi is once again Covid-19-free zone

All Hanoi’s three levels of administration meet the requirements for being classified in the level 1, which is considered a “green zone”.

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More quality manpower needed for logistics sector

Hanoi addresses legal bottleneck in public properties management

A large amount of vacant public properties in Hanoi are a huge waste of social resources.

 

Seminar sheds light on Russia – ASEAN cooperation in Asia-Pacific

The event was co-hosted by the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO)’s ASEAN Centre and the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Vietnamese families struggle with children's abnormal behavior

The fact that children waste their time in front of mobile devices is causing a stressful situation in many families.

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HCM City sends health workers to aid other localities in COVID-19 combat

Dao wedding shows respect for the bride

The Red Dao, an ethnic group living in Bat Xat, Lao Cai province, have strict wedding customs every couple must follow even though young people are free to choose their partners. 

Incense-making Quang Phu Cau village

Quang Phu Cau village in Ung Hoa district, 35 kilometres from downtown of Hanoi, is famous for its century-old craft of making incense. 

Vietnamese woman with over 10 years of experience teaching English in the US

Phung Thuy Linh (Linh Phung) has lived in America for 15 years, the last 10 of which she has spent at Chatham University supervising and teaching English to international students.

Experts seek ways for Vietnam to have healthier supply chain

Though the pandemic has seriously impacted the world and Vietnam, it has accelerated the supply chain shift by diversifying, regionalising the production chain and scaling up global value chains.

To restore tourism, localities need to 'shake off fears', develop safety plans

Localities need to reopen soon to receive travelers from other provinces but they need to develop consistent regulations.