Multi-trillion VND helps VN-Index regain peak

The strong cash flow to the stock market in recent days has helped stock prices bounce back.

The dangers of vaccine nationalism

Success in developing a vaccine is one thing, but giving it to everyone in need is a completely different matter.

ASEAN aiming for tech-led innovation to foster growth

ASEAN countries are becoming a rising hub destination for global manufacturers thanks to well-established trade networks, a growing middle class, a thirst for tech expansion, and a young and educated workforce.

Government aims to set an example in reducing plastic waste

Vietnam is the fourth largest plastic polluter in the world. Each year, up to 700,000 tonnes of plastic waste is thrown away and not recycled properly.

Usage of pirated games declines

Use of pirated games, including unlicensed games, and cross-border distribution have seen a decline in Vietnam.

Plastics industry shrugs off pandemic, interests stock investors

The new wave of Covid-19 infections has caused heavy pressure on the country’s economy. 

Vietnamese rice takes bite out of global market

Vietnam’s rice exports have expanded during the pandemic to surpass rival Thailand in price for the first time in three decades, leading experts to suggest the sector should consolidate its position.

Why are so many businesses appealing for help from the PM?

Businesses and citizens appeal to the Prime Minister for help as a last resort. However, should this be done?

One man charged in biggest ever rhino horn smuggling case

The People's Procuracy of Hanoi on September 6 approved a decision to prosecute a man in connection with the largest ever rhino horn smuggling ring in Vietnam, with a total volume of up to 126.5 kg.

Voice of Vietnam targets internet users with new digital platform

National radio broadcaster Voice of Vietnam (VOV) on Friday launched VOV Live – a digital platform that offers users unlimited access to the diversified content produced by VOV,

EU competition in redrawn public procurement landscape

Competition in Vietnam’s government procurement market is expected to heat up with the involvement of EU contractors, driven by the country’s highest-ever market-opening commitment in this field. 

Major transport projects in Mekong Delta to be completed before Tet

Contractors and workers expect to complete construction of several major transport projects in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta before Tet (Lunar New Year Festival), which falls on February 12 next year.

Young teacher builds robot for use in Covid-19 treatment area

In order to reduce direct contact between doctors and patients, and cut purchasing costs for protective equipment, a young teacher in Can Tho has created a robot for use in a Covid-19 treatment area.

PM calls for innovation for better clean water supply

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has asked ministries, agencies and stakeholders to complete legal frameworks and adopt new models and new technologies to ensure sufficient clean water.

More Vietnamese consumers now shop online

Online shopping and electronic payments in Vietnam have become more common in recent years as more of the country's population gains access to the internet, 

Virtual painting exhibition raises funds to build houses for the poor

An exhibition showcasing paintings by 101 leading Vietnamese artists is being held to raise funds to build houses for the poor in the central province of Quang Nam.

Da Nang takes control in one month COVID-19 fight

It’s been around one month since the central city of Da Nang was directly hit by the COVID-19 outbreak with nearly 400 people infected with SARS-CoV-2 and 28,000 close contact cases quarantined at health centres or in their homes.

African swine fever under control

About 98 per cent of communes nationwide have been announced as free from African swine fever, according to the head of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD)'s Animal Health Department, Pham Van Dong.

Azerbaijan ambassador receives Friendship order from Vietnamese President

Party General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong awarded Azerbaijan Ambassador to Vietnam Anar Imanov with the “Friendship Order” in acknowledgement of the ambassador's efforts in promoting bilateral ties.

Auto manufacturers in Thailand, Indonesia look to Vietnam to sell cars

Car imports in Vietnam have increased again after a long slump caused by the impact of Covid-19. Thailand and Indonesia have been the biggest sellers.

 

Alibaba.com rolls out export-focused program for Vietnamese SMEs

Alibaba.com, the global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce platform of Alibaba Group, has launched a landmark initiative to help businesses in Vietnam go online and reach an enormous pool of qualified global buyers.

Passenger flights resumed in Da Nang as virus outbreaks under control

The central city of Danang has fully resumed all passenger transport services including domestic passenger flights since the morning of September 7 as the Covid-19 outbreaks have been basically contained.

 

Certain international air routes may reopen on September 15

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has proposed that certain air routes to and from China, Japan, the Republic of Korea (RoK), Taiwan (China), Laos, and Cambodia be resumed on September 15.

Profit taking to weigh on local market, but September may be bright

Vietnam’s stock market rally may slow this week as investors eye profits but the one-month projection is still optimistic.

 

Special schools in prison

An exhibition being held at Hoa Lo Prison Relic, is displaying special documents and artifacts, sparking admiration of the resilience and will of Vietnam’s revolutionary soldiers,