Vietnam becomes Vice President of UN General Assembly

Vietnam has been elected as one of the Vice Presidents of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly’s 77th session, representing the Asia-Pacific region.

Where is the Vietnamese economy on the world map?

Vietnam's GDP growth has shown signs of slowing down, with the growth rate of 7%/year not achieved for many years now. Vietnam faces the risk of falling into the middle-income trap.

Doctors warn on risk of 'imported malaria' from Africa with borders reopening

Doctors at Hanoi's Bạch Mai Hospital have warned of the risk of malaria from Africa as the hospital's Centre for Tropical Diseases is treating two malaria patients who returned from Angola recently.

Retired politicians become business leaders

After retirement, many Vietnamese politicians became leaders of corporations or banks.

Quality of postgraduate training courses worrisome

In recent years, there has been an increase in postgraduate training enrolment including master's degrees and doctoral degrees at training institutions.

Tycoons sell all of their shares after years of building fortunes

Nguyen Anh Nhuong Tong, Boss Thuy and Boss Duc have sold all of their shares in their companies.

Filmore Development announces new CEO

Mr. Andy Han Suk Jung has officially joined Filmore Real Estate Development Corporation (Filmore Development) as an investor, a member of the Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Five destinations in Vietnam for Global Wellness Day

Admiring the majestic mountain scenery in the Northeast mountains or immersing in the silence of the ancient mausoleums in central Vietnam may help you release depression and find inner peace in mind.

Ho Chi Minh Road is yet to be completed after 5 National Assembly terms

National Assembly deputies on June 6 discussed and reviewed the implementation of Resolution 66/2013/QH13 and the plan to implement the Ho Chi Minh Road project.

Find Hue’s distinctive flavor in this dish

Food lovers will find it hard to resist the baby clam vermicelli —a signature dish from Hue City, a combination of soft baby clams, roasted peanuts and local herbs.

Hanoi, HCMC authorities blamed for delayed urban railway projects

In a report to National Assembly deputies, the Ministry of Transport (MOT) has updated the progress of urban railway projects in Hanoi and HCM City.

Le Hong Son assigned to operate affairs of Hanoi People’s Committee

Le Hong Son has been assinged to be in charge of and operate affairs of the Party Civil Affairs Committee and the Hanoi People’s Committee.

Three former senior govt officials detained for involvement in test kit case

The Investigation Police Agency under the Ministry of Public Security on June 7 decided to prosecute and arrest three former officials of Hanoi and ministries for their role in a COVID-19 test kit scam at Viet A Technologies JSC.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 7

EVFTA helps push up Vietnam's spice, fruit, vegetable export to EU

Standing Deputy Minister Do Xuan Tuyen assigned to take charge of Health Ministry

Secretary of the Party Committee and Deputy Minister of the Health Ministry Do Xuan Tuyen has been assigned to temporarily take charge of the operation of the Health Ministry as from June 7.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 7

National Assembly to conduct Q&A on agriculture, rural development

Nguyen Thanh Long dismissed from NA, health minister posts; Hanoi City chairman unseated

The National Assembly (NA) on June 7 approved resolutions on the dismissal of Nguyen Thanh Long from the positions as the deputy of the 15th legislature and the Health Minister over his wrongdoings related to a COVID-19 test kit scam.

Over 2,200 motorbikes and cars burnt down in HCM City parking lot

As many as 2,200 motorbikes and cars were burnt down when a parking lot run by traffic police in Thu Duc City under Ho Chi Minh City caught fire on Monday afternoon.

Three-wheeled vehicles still running on Hanoi streets

Super-old motorbikes without lights or mirrors carrying bulky items are still running on streets of Hanoi, threatening the safety of others.

Deputy health minister Nguyen Truong Son tenders resignation

Deputy Minister of Health Nguyen Truong Son has tendered his resignation while the Health Ministry is under inspection in a Covid test kit scam.

NA’s Economic Committee agrees with Gov’t proposal to build three expressways

The National Assembly’s Economic Committee agreed with the Government’s proposal to invest in building three expressways along Chau Doc-Can Tho-Soc Trang; Khanh Hoa-Buon Ma Thuot; and Bien Hoa-Vung Tau.

An Hao Solar Power Plant operates efficiently: USAID Vietnam

During a recent meeting with officials of the Sao Mai Group, Ms. Christine Gandomi, deputy director of the Program Development Office for USAID Vietnam, said: “The An Hao Solar Power Plant operates with very high efficiency.”

HCM City: Workers allowed to live in IZs, 20,300 canal bank houses relocated

Workers in HCM City can live temporarily in industrial zones from July 15 towards ensuring smooth production and related business activities, municipal authorities say.

Bringing Vietnam-Oman relations to new heights

With many advantages, Vietnam and Oman still have plenty of room to promote bilateral cooperation in many areas, especially in the fields of economics, trade and investment.

Wind power plants operate at half capacity

Wind power plants nationwide have a total designed capacity of 3,980 megawatts, but they are operating at a maximum of 2,000 megawatts per day, according to the National Load Dispatch Center.