Vietnam sees greater budget transparency

Vietnam’s Open Budget Index (OBI) increased rapidly in 2019 compared to 2018, according to a survey released on July 1.

Scientist makes slow-release fertilizer, the first of its kind in Vietnam

The ‘smart’ fertilizer, used once per crop, saves money and labor, and reduces environmental pollution.

Public services on national portal reach 725

Six more public services are now available on the National Public Service Portal, raising the total number to 725.

Vietnam’s perfect response

Vietnam response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been nothing short of perfect, according to a survey of our readers.

Patience the name of the game for tourism industry

Tourism has been one of the industries hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic across the world and Vietnam is no exception, with foreign tourist arrivals and tourism revenue falling by more than 50 per cent in the first half of this year.

Coronavirus: What's behind alarming new US outbreaks?

Cases are rising in Texas, Florida, Arizona and California - here's a look at the data and the theories.

Vietnam faces highest unemployment for a decade

As of June, 30.8 million people aged over 15 have been laid off, lost jobs or got fewer wages due to fewer work hours because of Covid-19, according to the Department of Employment.

Vietnam, US war veterans meet on Ham Rong Bridge

War veterans from Vietnam and the US get together on Ham Rong Bridge, northern Thanh Hoa province in celebration of the 25th founding anniversary of diplomatic relations.

Exhibition gathers young Vietnamese artists nationwide

Over 50 artworks by 29 young Vietnamese artists are on display at an exhibition that is being held at 16 Ngo Quyen Exhibition House.

A foreigner with mild COVID-19 symptoms found in HCM City

A foreign national has tested mild positive for SARS-CoV-2 after displaying symptoms relating to the deadly virus at FV Hospital in District 7 of Ho Chi Minh City, according to a statement issued by local health officials on July 1.

WB grants US$422 mln to higher education, urban development projects in Vietnam

The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on June 30 approved financing for two projects worth a total of US$422 million to help build a climate-resilient city in the Mekong Delta and improve the quality of Vietnam’s three national universities.

Facebook bans 'violent' Boogaloo-linked network

Facebook says it has removed and banned hundreds of accounts connected to a "violent" and "anti-government" US movement.

 

Judge blocks tell-all by Trump niece - for now

A New York judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's niece from publishing a damning tell-all memoir about the US first family.

 

Vietnam-funded high school handed over to Lao school

The Bun Nua district High School, built from non-refundable aid provided by the Vietnamese Government, was inaugurated and handed over to Phongsaly District, Laos, 

Selling online: new opportunity for VN micro businesses

The ‘e-commerce wave’ has opened a new consumption trend in which anyone can create a platform of their own to start a business.

Rap Viet TV show seeks best rappers in Vietnam

Six big names of the Vietnamese underground music scene are taking part in a reality TV music show called Rap Viet to find the next best rapper in Vietnam.

German journalist launches new book on late President Ho Chi Minh

German journalist Hellmut Kapfenberger on June 30 presented his newly-published book on late President Ho Chi Minh to Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Nguyen Minh Vu.

Three cases of diphtheria reported in Kon Tum

The Central Highlands province of Kon Tum on Monday evening reported three cases of diphtheria, bringing the total number in the province since the beginning of this year to eight.

 

Geet: Indian TikTok star faces uncertain future after app ban

Geet, who has three channels, is among millions of Indians anguished over a ban on Chinese-made apps.

Administrative reforms would help unlock EVFTA's potential: EuroCham

 Administrative procedure reform is the key to unlocking the full potential of the Europe-Viet Nam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), said participants at a conference on Tuesday.

 

Lionel Messi: Barcelona forward scores 700th goal in draw with Atletico Madrid

Lionel Messi scores the 700th goal of his career with a Panenka penalty in Barcelona's La Liga draw with Atletico Madrid.

Nation’s economic forecast leads way

With its success in fighting COVID-19, Vietnam has continued to be the best performer in Southeast Asia, laying a firm foundation for the country to attract more investment and spur on production.

The Coast Guard joins hands to protect sea and island environment

Protecting natural resources, preventing and combating environmental pollution ... is one of the functions and tasks assigned by the Party, State and Army to the Vietnam Coast Guard.

Tehran clinic hit by deadly explosion

At least 19 people are killed in the Iranian capital in an explosion blamed on a gas leak.

Coronavirus: Czechs hold 'farewell party' for pandemic

Thousands attended the festive event in Prague, sharing food and drink with people around them.