Industries bet on vaccine visa measures

In line with the global vaccine visa drive, Vietnam’s latest move to complete technical infrastructure for the availability of such a travel document in April is expected to revive industries, heralding strong economic recovery ahead.

Cat Linh-Ha Dong urban railway to be handed over to Hanoi in May

The urban railway project of Cat Linh - Ha Dong will be officially handed over to Hanoi authorities in early May.

“Vaccine passport" mechanism needed to promote trade, investment: PM

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc ordered the health, tourism and diplomacy sectors to soon study and issue a "vaccine passport" mechanism in order to promote trade and investment while addressing the Government’s regular meeting on March 31.

More than 10 sugar mills shut down because of big losses

Many sugar mills have had to shut down because they cannot compete with imports.

Online exhibitions bring museums closer to the public

Many museums around the world have gone online as part of efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including some in Vietnam. “Online exhibits” are proving to be another way of bringing museums closer to the public. More in the following!

Should schools require students to conduct in-depth research projects?

Some research topics conducted by high school students, such as stroke patient rehabilitation or cancer treatment, could be titles for doctoral dissertations or even in-depth research projects at the ministerial or national level.

Young doctor at COVID-19 frontline honoured among Vietnamese outstanding youth

At just 32-years-old, Dr Tran Anh Tu is one of the youngest members of a special team of the National Steering Committee on COVID-19 Prevention and Control.

Teachers struggle to meet eligibility requirements for online training courses

Teachers have complained that they are now both busy teaching at school and looking for evidence to prove that they are eligible to access training courses for the new general education program.

Rapid growth of online delivery services

The sudden, unexpected and virulent spread of the Covid-19 pandemic brought about a change in perception and planning in consumer sales behavior, and many well established businesses made a strong shift towards online delivery servicing. 

Businesses still making under-the-table payments

Under-the-table payments, often required in administrative procedure categories and enforcement stages, has been compared to a "leech" that persistently causes pain to businesses and the public.

Vietnam Airlines unveils coveted US flight proposals

Vietnam Airlines’ dream of a direct commercial flight to the US is being quickened as a way to shelter from the financial trouble amid the pandemic, with repatriation flights being the pre-runner for future non-stop journeys across the Pacific Ocean.

New strategy to place priority on green growth

The Ministry of Planning and Investment is drafting a national green growth strategy and plans to submit it to the Government by June to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy in Vietnam.

First e-magazine in Vietnam charge readers: Possible trend in country?

Copyright protection and content production are among challenges facing local media outlets.

Young generation of pop singers forge their own path to stardom

While the Vietnamese music industry has long been dominated by the millennial generation of artists born in 1981-1996, a younger generation with a new approach is shaking up the industry.

Sai Gon FC coach out after three matches

Sai Gon FC and Masahiro Shimoda have parted ways, just three games and three defeats into the Japanese coach's reign at the club.

First athletes vaccinated against COVID-19 for int’l competitions

A total of 20 Vietnamese athletes who are due to compete in the upcoming 2021 Tokyo Olympics were vaccinated against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on March 30 at the 108 Military Central Hospital.

National Assembly relieves several NA Vice Chairpersons

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee presented a report on the outcomes of group discussions, explanations and acquisition of ideas of deputies on relieving several NA Vice Chairpersons during its 11th session on March 31 afternoon.

Vietnam to develop wind, solar power, but safety concerns exist

Wind and solar power continues to be prioritized but solutions are needed to ensure the safety of the electricity system when operating volatile sources of energy.

East Sea still site of tense developments

Politburo member, Chief of Staff of the Vietnam People's Army, and Deputy Minister of Defense Phan Van Giang gave a presentation on "New perceptions, new thoughts on Vietnam's defense" at a national conference on the 13th Party Congress Resolution.

Volunteers help drivers in trouble in HCM City

After finishing his daily job as a construction worker, at about 8pm most days Nguyen Thanh Hien gets on his motorbike and starts helping others.

Up close and personal with Coach Park

From being Guus Hiddink’s assistant in the World Cup 2002, Park Hang-seo has come a long way and become the most successful manager in the history of Vietnamese football.

Minister of Public Security: "human security” is part of development goals for first time

General To Lam, Minister of Public Security, said that for the first time, the Party has determined that "human security" and protecting "human security" are the goals and orientations for national development.

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Exhibition takes visitors on journey to the past

The memories of the people, landscapes and cultural heritage of the former province of Son Tay, now in the west of greater Hanoi will be revived via works by 90-year-old painter Chu Manh Chan on display at the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum.