Unique items for Tet 2021

A giant bouquet of florist’s daisies 12.1m in diameter in Sa Dec flower village and a gemstone-made painting worth nearly VND2 billion of a man in Thai Nguyen are among special items for this Lunar New Year (Tet).

Project brings new and safe bridges to people

It has been nearly a year since the new Vang Bridge replaced the old and dilapidated version spanning the Cau Chay River in the central province of Thanh Hoa

Logistics industry forecast to grow in 2021 on global recovery

The seaport and logistics industry was forecast to grow significantly on the prospect of global trade recovery in 2021 when the vaccine to prevent COVID-19 is administered worldwide.

Vietnam’s chairmanship helped ASEAN assert centrality in region: Official

In 2020, under Vietnam’s chairmanship and thanks to the joint efforts of member countries, partners, and friends, ASEAN managed to weather challenges, strongly affirm its centrality in the region, 

HCM City: Quiet coach station, airport several days before Tet

Different from the previous years, HCM City’s Mien Dong coach station and Tan Son Nhat International Airport have been very quiet these days due to impacts of the ongoing Covid-19 outbreaks.

Vietnam has five news Covid-19 cases on Feb. 6

At 6pm on February 6, the Ministry of Health announced 5 more cases of Covid-19, including 4 locally-transmitted cases and 1 imported case.

Communist Party of Vietnam richly deserves people’s trust: Sputnik

Russian news agency Sputnik laid stress on the sound leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) in its latest article posted on February 3, 

The man who holds aloft the flag at historic moments

It was when the battle against corruption needed a leader to raise the flag that Party Secretary General and State President Nguyen Phu Trong appeared, with intelligence and courage.

Sai Gon FC plan to send players to Japan

This year, Sai Gon FC plan to send two players to compete for FC Ryukyu in Japan, who play in the J2 League.

15th National Assembly expected to have 500 seats

There will be a total of 500 seats in the 15th National Assembly at both central and local levels, according to a new resolution adopted by the NA Standing Committee.

Political Bureau assigns tasks to two Politburo members

The Political Bureau organised a ceremony on February 6 to announce decisions on the assignment of tasks to two Politburo members.

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Exports expected to continue expanding in 2021

Hackers intensify phishing activities, targeting bank, e-wallet transactions

The demand for making transactions, payment and giving lucky money online has soared these days, giving hackers opportunities to increase their phishing activities.

Cuban researcher hails outcomes of Vietnam’s National Party Congress

The Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV)’s 13th National Congress was a milestone and turning point, 

One of a kind athlete Hung hopes for more success in career

Nguyen Van Hung is a dab hand on the basketball court and in the dojo and has the distinction of being one of few Vietnamese national champions in two sports.

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Vietnam records no new COVID-19 cases on February 6 morning

Germany sends warships to East Sea - a strategic turning point

The German government has announced plans to send its warships to ports of Japan, South Korea and Australia, passing through the East Sea this summer.

E-wallets offer online lucky money services amid virus outbreak

E-wallets are gearing up to offer online lucky money services as the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday approaches amid the third coronavirus outbreak in Vietnam.

Information security risks for SMEs in 2021

Not only facing difficulties caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Vietnam will also face many information safety and data security risks this year.

HCM City to open book street festival to mark Tet holiday

Thousands of books are set to go on show at the annual book street festival which will take place in downtown Ho Chi Minh City from February 9 to February 15 in celebration of the upcoming Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet.

Citizen protection work bolstered amid COVID-19: Deputy FM

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) and relevant ministries and localities arranged over 300 flights in 2020 to bring nearly 85,000 citizens home from 59 countries and territories, according to Deputy Minister To Anh Dung.

Will virtual Tet reunion still be as enjoyable amid Covid-19?

With every New Year comes a new beginning. It is that time of the year when everyone reminisces over past year events and prays for an auspicious year ahead. 

Desire for long-term tactics in solar power

Although Vietnam began to develop solar power plants just about three years ago, the initially achieved capacities have been outstanding. 

Vietnam clears path for influx of 5G-ready products

Smartphone manufacturers are rolling out their latest models for the next generation of mobile networking, with the arena likely dominated by popular brands instead of local newcomers.

Soldiers fight COVID-19 at sea gates

While most people nationwide are busy preparing for Tet (Lunar New Year), the soldiers of the HCM City Border Guard are still working hard to ensure the safety of the city’s ports and prevent COVID-19 from spreading.