CDC Hanoi considers possible extension of social distancing after September 6

If the number of newly detected Covid-19 cases in the community continues to increase and the people's awareness about observance of social distancing rules does not improve, Hanoi may have to extend social distancing after September 6.

Automatic stay extension for foreigners stranded due to COVID-19

The Department of Immigration has issued a notice on automatic stay extension for foreigners stranded due to COVID-19.

Google marks Vietnam's National Day with national flag doodle

A new animated image of Vietnam's national flag is being featured on the Google search on the country's National Day – September 2.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS SEPTEMBER 2

Online trade promotion is currently considered as an effective solution for businesses to maintain contacts with their export markets and also a tool to learn about market trends, developments and demand.

Vietnam's oldest COVID-19 patient recovers in Da Nang

A 101-year-old coronavirus patient has been released after a 12-day treatment at Da Nang Lung Hospital. She tested negative twice on August 30-31.

Standard Chartered revises down Vietnam’s 2021 GDP growth forecast to 4.7%

Standard Chartered has revised down its forecast for Vietnam’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth this year from 6.5% to 4.7%.

Vietnam boosts high-tech industry

Vietnam has targeted mastering a number of high technologies to form an ecosystem of enterprises producing high-tech products, and put them into production to increase the export value of high-tech products by 2030.

Vietnam develops digital certification for vaccinated arrivals

The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism has developed a digital vaccine certification system, which will be piloted to welcome back international arrivals and ensure safe travel during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hanoi evacuates people living in Thanh Xuan District

Around 1,200 residents living in Hanoi's Thanh Xuan District have been evacuated from their homes after the capital's biggest COVID cluster was detected.

 

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 2

Phan Van Mai picked as head of HCMC’s anti-Covid authority

Vietnam’s modern weapons presented at Army Games

Under the framework of the Army Games 2021, the Ministry of National Defense of Vietnam has organized a cultural space and an exhibition of weapons and military equipment in Hanoi.

Party hallmarks seen in every success of Vietnamese revolution

Since the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) in 1930, the reality has proved that the correct and clear-sighted leadership of the Party is the decisive factor in every victory and miracle of the Vietnamese revolution.

August Revolution and National Day: Glorious historical milestone for Vietnam

The autumn of 1945 forever marked a brilliant milestone in Vietnam’s history of national construction and defence. 

Technology helps spread kindness amid pandemic

Many applications connect people in need with benefactors which has helped spread kindness and sharing during the pandemic.

Government urged to loosen restrictions, speed up vaccinations to save economy

Economic indexes show the situation is getting worse in the country. The most concerning issues are social distancing extensions and other restrictions.

Vietnamese-American doctors to provide remote treatment to COVID patients at home in VN

Charity organisation Good Samaritan Medical Dental Ministry in the US and Vietnam wants to collaborate with Dong Nai and Tien Giang to provide remote consultation to COVID-19 patients treated at home.

New Covid-19 hotbeds emerge in Hanoi despite social distancing

Social distancing is one of the most important solutions to control the Covid-19 pandemic in Hanoi while waiting for expansion of vaccination coverage, according to Nguyen Viet Hung, Deputy Chair of the Hanoi Infection Control Association.

Health Ministry renews COVID-19 prevention measures with 5T message

The Ministry of Health on September 1 announced its 5T message to renew measures against COVID-19 during the extended social distancing period.

23 Vietnamese players shortlisted for WC qualifier against Saudi Arabia

Chief coach Park Hang-seo has chosen 23 players for Vietnam’s national line-up for a head-on clash against Saudi Arabia on September 2 (local time) as part of the third World Cup 2022 qualifiers of the Asian region.

VN resolutely protects sovereignty over islands: Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Vietnam resolutely and persistently takes measures in accordance with international law to exercise and protect its sovereignty over Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagoes.

Vietnam logs 11,434 COVID-19 infections on September 1

Vietnam reported 11,434 COVID-19 infections, including 5 imported cases, in the past 24 hours to 5pm on September 1, the Ministry of Health announced.

Over 2 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine arrive on Vietnam

Three batches of AstraZeneca vaccine with a total of more than 2 million doses have arrived in Vietnam, bringing the total number of vaccines doses the country has received to nearly 30 million.

Experts discuss obstacles for rooftop solar power

Solar experts have raised difficulties and problems in policies and procedures for investment, installation and operation of solar power systems in Vietnam at a seminar.

Flexible plans for the new school year depending on pandemic situation

The Minister of Education and Training has sent a dispatch to leaders of provinces and cities on preparations for the new school year amid the complicated pandemic situation.

PM calls for int’l cooperation and solidarity to fight COVID-19

PM Pham Minh Chinh called on the international community to work even more closely and cohesively together and forge greater solidarity in the common effort to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.