VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 5

No more new coal-fired thermal power plants for Mekong Delta by 2030

Tourism ministry disagrees with cumbersome proposals for international tourists

The Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Sports has expressed its disagreements with some proposed COVID-19 related guidance that it considers cumbersome.

Five-colour sticky rice of the Lu people

An indispensable dish found at every festive event of the Lự ethnic people in the northern province of Lai Chau is five-colour sticky rice. 

Ministries basically agree on tourism resumption plan in new normal

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has said that it has finalised a plan to reopen tourism activities in the new normal.

Gov't approves policy to organise flights repatriating Vietnamese from Ukraine

The Government has approved the policy to arrange flights to bring Vietnamese people from Ukraine home.

Driving force for Vietnam's economic recovery in 2022

The rebound in domestic consumption demand and strong export growth will be the driving force for Vietnam’s economic growth in 2022. Another important driver is the recovery of the service and tourism sectors.

Local airlines to pay high salary to recruit pilots, flight attendants

Vietnamese air carriers such as Bamboo Airways, Vietjet Air or Vietravel Airlines are recruiting pilots and flight attendants after resumption of international air routes.

Don’t miss opportunity to receive foreign travelers: economists

Dr Tran Dinh Thien, former Director of Vietnam Economics Institute, said Vietnam has the opportunity to recover the aviation and tourism industry and must not miss the opportunity.

Why are foreign investors interested in Vietnam's electricity industry?

Maintaining FIT prices for those who failed to meet deadline and reimplementing nuclear power projects were among issues raised by foreign investors at the Vietnam Business Forum 2022.

The story of a glass blowing craftsman

Mr. Ho Van Gung, in Giap Long Village, Thuong Tin District, Hanoi, has dedicated his whole life to keeping the traditional glass blowing craft alive.

COVID-19: from pandemic to endemic status

The number of Covid-19 cases in Hanoi is increasing rapidly, but public awareness about the disease is very different from before, with Covid-19 now considered endemic.

Retail real estate finds its way back

The retail real estate market is displaying signs of optimism after quarantine restrictions were eased.

Former hacker, community help Vietnamese fight scams on Telegram

A Telegram channel created by Hieupc, a former well-known hacker, fights against phishing and cyber scams.

Binh Duong-based bilingual school offers job opportunities

Viet Hoa International School (VHIS), one of the leading international schools for kindergarten and primary students in the southern province of Binh Duong, is seeking qualified candidates for the position: Principle or Management Teams.

The Temple of Emperor Le Loi, a must-see historical attraction in Lai Chau

Tourists visiting the northern province of Lai Chau will be greeted with fresh air, beautiful natural scenery and the lively culture of 20 ethnic groups. 

Vietnamese people in Ukraine: no one will be left behind

The spirit of solidarity, mutual love and mutual affection of Vietnamese compatriots in Ukraine and other countries shows precious Vietnamese traditions.

Controversial tourist site in Da Lat asked to make some changes

The new tourism area is very colorful and intricate, spoiling the natural beauty of Mimosa Pass.

Coach Park Hang-seo infected with SARS-CoV-2 virus

Coach Park Hang-seo of the Vietnam national football team has tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus after watching the V.League 2022 opening game recently.

Provinces prepare to cash in with casino business proposals

In preparation for a full reopening of international borders, some Vietnamese provinces are proposing to build brand new casinos in an attempt to lure in new tourists after years of economic uncertainty in the tourism sector.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 4

Singapore launches vaccinated travel lane with Vietnam

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 4

Retail sales of goods, services up 1.7 percent in January – February

Vietnam to receive seven million COVID-19 vaccine doses for children

The Ministry of Health is speeding up procedures aimed at completing its contract with Pfizer to purchase 21.9 million vaccine doses for children aged five to 11 in March.

Number of hotels and resorts in Vietnam triple over 10-year period

The number of hotel and resort projects with local and international brands in Vietnam has witnessed impressive growth, increasing from 36 projects in 2010 to 120 as of the end of January this year, according to statistics released by Savills Hotels.

Vietnam to resume pre-pandemic visa exemption policies from March 15

Vietnam is slated to resume pre-pandemic bilateral and unilateral visa exemption policies for foreigners when the country fully reopens international tourism on March 15, announced the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang.

Hydroelectricity: New mission from controversial energy source

Despite its long history, hydroelectricity and its sustainable development have always been a matter of controversy.