Prime Minister chairs Government’s November thematic meeting

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh chaired the Government’s November thematic meeting on November 13 on the compilation of several important strategy and programmes.

Field mouse meat at the price of beef

Tu Doi villagers, every year, go on the hunt for field mice, which is considered a delicacy here.

The stimulus package and the views of NA deputies

Information on the interest rate support package to stimulate demand for the next two years has stirred mixed reactions from National Assembly deputies, which is similar to what happened to the US$1 billion stimulus package in 2009.

 

100 experts to help build plan for Vietnam’s sustainable development

As many as 100 intellectuals and experts from 15 countries will work together to find approaches and solutions to build a globally connected, sustainable Vietnam.

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Transport Ministry unveils prioritised waterway projects in 10 years

 

Local photographer wins silver at “Smile World” international awards

Vietnamese photographer Bui Viet Duc claimed a total of US$1,000 as part of the silver prize in the beauty of nature category at the First Half of 2021 “Smile World” International Photography Awards.

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Vietnam urges countries in Sahel region to stay united against terrorism

Japanese painting collector receives Vietnamese FM’s certificate of merit

Vietnamese Ambassador to Japan Vu Hong Nam has presented a certificate of merit from to Japanese collector Toyokichi Itoh and his wife for their contribution to promoting cultural exchange between the two countries.

Water puppetry show helps build resilience amidst pandemic

A puppetry show has been staged recently by the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, encouraging local people to overcome the formidable challenges brought about by COVID-19.

Vietnamese representative re-elected to International Law Commission

Vietnamese Ambassador Nguyen Hong Thao was re-elected to the International Law Commission (ILC) for the 2023-2027 tenure on November 12 with 145 out of 191 votes, ranking fourth among 11 candidates from Asia-Pacific.

National Assembly concludes second session

The 15th National Assembly wrapped up its second session on November 13 morning after adopting a resolution on Q&A activities during the second session, and a resolution of the second session.

National Assembly adopts resolution on central budget allocation plan for 2022

The 15th National Assembly (NA), on November 13, approved a resolution on the central budget allocation plan for 2022 as part of its ongoing second sitting, with 473 out of 475 legislators voting yes.

HCMC continues delaying seaport fee collection until April 2022

HCM City will continue to extend the due date of collecting fees for using seaports and sea border gates infrastructure works in the city until April 1, 2022.

HCMC to auction four land lots in Thu Thiem early next month

Four land lots with a total area of over 30,000 square meters in the Thu Thiem New Urban Area in HCMC’s Thu Duc City will be auctioned on December 3 with a starting price of VND5.3 trillion. 

Over 1.2 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine administered on adolescents

As many as 12 cities and provinces in Viet Nam have inoculated teenagers aged 12-17 with over 1.2 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, according to the Ministry of Health.

Vietnam could observe longest lunar eclipse of century on November 19

Many people nationwide are set to enjoy a wonderful experience as they will have the chance to enjoy the longest lunar partial eclipse of the century, with the extraordinary event due to occur at around 3 p.m. on November 19.

Businesses explore opportunities of serving elderly in Vietnam

Viet Nam's service market for the elderly is large with lots of potential, but is currently untapped, said experts during a forum in HCM City on...

HCM City districts consider fixed areas for street vendors

Districts in HCM City are looking into setting up designated areas for food street vendors in an effort to ensure pandemic safety and order on the streets.

Viettel, Da Nang to gear up ‘smart city’ project

The central city of Da Nang and the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group (Viettel) have agreed on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to complete the development of Da Nang into a ‘smart city' by 2025.

Vietnam’s economy sees positive changes: World Bank

Amid a protracted COVID-19 outbreak, socio-economic data in October showed the contraction has bottommed out and Vietnam's economy has made positive changes, the World Bank in Vietnam said.

Vietnam wins two golds at 2021 Jiu-Jitsu World Championships

The Vietnamese team earned two gold, three silver, and two bronze medals in the fighting, duo/show mixed, and newaza categories at the 2021 Jiu-Jitsu World Championships held in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Vietnamese songs copyrighted for release in China for the first time

The rights to music by composer Nguyen Van Chung have been brought by Chinese artists, with the intention of re-recording and releasing them north of the border. 

Transport Ministry unveils prioritised waterway projects in 10 years

The Ministry of Transport has released plans to overhaul waterway transport links across the country by 2030, to attract business and investment into transport infrastructure.

Czech, Vietnamese groups work to nurture innovative start-ups

Vietnamese organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Association of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Crafts of the Czech Republic with the aim to develop the two countries’ start-up ecosystem and entrepreneurship.

Vietnamese President addresses 28th APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended the 28th APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) via videoconference on November 12 at the invitation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.