Ministry of Health wants to tighten control over foreign entries when reopening tourism

The Ministry of Health (MOH) has proposed that foreign travelers to Vietnam have negative PCR testing results and should not leave their accommodations for 72 hours after entry.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 3

Cabinet discusses economic recovery, COVID-19 response

 

Vietnam pledges to strengthen effectiveness of HRC through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect

Vietnam stands ready to work with member states and stakeholders to uphold the principles of the UN Charter and international law, and strengthen efficiency and effectiveness of Human Rights Council through dialogue, cooperation and mutual respect.

Russia recommends Vietnam as a safe destination amid conflict with Ukraine

Vietnam is a safe tourist destination without any restrictions for Russian visitors, according to recommendations by the Federal Agency for Tourism of Russia.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 3

Vietnam’s footwear market share rises to over 10 percent in 2020: report

Official song for SEA Games 31 released

An official song for the 31st Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games 31) has debuted, featuring the participation of a collection of local singers.

Vietnam to cut solar power capacity in draft plan

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh told the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) to reduce the solar capacity and increase offshore wind power in the draft Power Master Plan VIII.

Rising logistics costs hit Vietnamese exporters

Rising logistic costs are hindering exports, putting firms at risk.

Vietnam among 20 countries with largest plastic waste discharge

Vietnam discharges about 1.8 million tons of plastic waste each year. It is one of 20 countries with the largest amount of plastic waste in the world. 

Hoa Phat Group’s boss on list of 1,000 richest people in the world

For the first time, Chairman Tran Dinh Long of Hoa Phat Group has been included on the list of the 1,000 richest billionaires in the world. 

Master plan prepared to turn Vietnam into developed country: Minister

A national master plan is being formulated to turn Vietnam into a developed and high-income country by 2045, said Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung.

VN representative chosen for Mister Global 2022

Danh Chieu Linh, 25, has been chosen as Vietnamese contestant at the upcoming Mister Global 2022.

VN photographer wins first prize in int’l contest

Save Our Seas has honored Vietnamese photographer Nguyen Ngoc Thien as "Marine Conservation Photographer" with his photo “Catching anchovies in Phu Yen”.

Despite pandemic, iPhone sales double in Vietnam

iPhone sales in Vietnam exploded in 2021, although Apple ranked 5th in terms of market share.

Wind and solar power: race to exploit endless resources

In the Draft Power Development Planning 8, one of the power source scenarios with the highest scores is the development of power sources associated with renewable energy under Resolution 55 of the Politburo.

Vietnamese tycoons compete with foreign corporations

Vietnamese corporations have asserted their position and strength after many large acquisition deals. Big names are confident about holding onto the domestic market, even knocking out foreign retail giants.

The turning point in history of Vietnam television films

People in Iran in 2003 planned their meal times to avoid clashing with the showtimes of Korean film “Dea Jang Geum”. The same thing occurred in Vietnam when everything changed upon the release of “Ve nha di con” (Come home, my dear).

No trade-off between equality and growth in planning: PM

The national comprehensive planning of Vietnam in 2021-2030 must harmonise social equality, environmental protection and economic development of the country.

Energy giants seek nod to take over two BOT power plants

Vietnamese energy giants Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PVN) and Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) are awaiting the nod to take over two build-operate-transfer (BOT) power plants developed by foreign investors.

More super-rich people in Vietnam

With the dynamic development of the economy, Vietnam now has more millionaires and super-rich people.

Visiting Nghe An to enjoy lemongrass and chilli snails

Nghe An is not only well known for its eel dishes but also different types of fried snails that, with a pungent taste and delicious characteristics of citronella, are impossible to forget. 

Some 460 Vietnamese moved out of Ukraine: Ministry

About 460 Vietnamese citizens in Ukraine have been evacuated to neighbouring countries in the face of the complicated situation there, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Fuel price climbs to new high, Finance Ministry wants to amend environment protection law

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) and Ministry of Finance (MOF) have raised the ceiling fuel prices for the March 1 review. This is the third consecutive price increase in the Year of the Tiger.

Foreign tourists can travel freely in Vietnam with negative COVID-19 tests

With negative COVID-19 tests, fully vaccinated foreign tourists may freely travel in Vietnam after only one day of isolation following entry, according to the Ministry of Health’s proposed regulations.

15 rescued tigers to be brought to Hanoi, Quang Binh

Fifteen tigers rescued by Nghe An policemen in two trafficking cases will be handed over to units that can meet the care requirements in Hanoi.