"Three-on-spot" model may be stopped in localities with high vaccination rate: Deputy PM

Localities with high vaccination rates may consider stopping the "three-on-the-spot" production model, said Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh on October 20.

Firms with revenue less than 200 bln VND enjoy 30 pct reduction in CIT

National Assembly (NA) Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue has signed for issuance a resolution of the NA Standing Committee on a number of solutions to support businesses and people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Eight solutions suggested for supply chain disruption in southern key economic zone

The goods supply chain that connects HCM City and provinces in the southern key economic zone plays an important role in the economic development and social stability of the entire region. But it has been disrupted because of Covid-19.

Expats in Vietnam show resilience and optimism toward the future

Up to 83% of expats in Vietnam feel optimistic about the year ahead despite the volatility of the past 18 months, according to a study conducted by HSBC.

Will online teaching end its mission when schools reopen?

The Government issued Resolution 127 after its September regular meeting, which says that offline teaching will resume in areas that have controlled Covid-19 and can ensure safety from October 2021.

21 ward leaders in Hanoi to leave jobs when urban admin model starts

Hanoi has proposed an allowance equal to 3-month salary for 21 ward leaders who will have to leave when the city officially applies the pilot urban administration model.

Localities revoke or correct documents with unreasonable content

Deputy Chair of the National Assembly Social Affairs Committee Dang Thuan Phong answered questions on the implementation of National Assembly Resolution 30 related to measures to prevent and control Covid-19 at a press conference on October 19.

Immediate action to lift up business

This week, the second session of the 15th National Assembly (NA) will take place, with one of the biggest focuses laid on saving enterprises and spurring on economic growth.

 

Vietnamese referee set to officiate AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers

Vietnamese referee Ngo Duy Lan has met Singapore’s criteria to blow his whistle at the upcoming Group H matches of the 2022 AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers, according to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).

Delaying wage reform is reasonable decision: NA Secretary General

The country is fastening its belt and gathering strength to fight the pandemic, waiting for opportunities for economic recovery. Because of this, it would be unreasonable to increase minimum wages at this moment.

Expat Explorer study: Vietnam among 20 best places to live and work

Vietnam is ranked the 5th location in Asia-Pacific region, having climbed three places to the 19th position in the world among best places to live and work over the next 12 months, according to the 14th Expat Explorer study.

Oc Eo - Ba The relic site to be proposed for UNESCO recognition

Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam has assigned the Ministry of Culture, Sport and Tourism to submit a brief report on the Oc Eo - Ba The relic site to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, proposing putting the site on the Tentative List.

Gov’t sets growth target of at least 6% for 2022

The Government sets a growth target of 6-6.5 percent next year, according to a report presented by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the opening ceremony of the National Assembly’s second sitting this morning.

Trademark Vietnam Rice protected in 22 foreign countries: MARD

The trademark “Vietnam Rice” has by now been protected in 22 foreign countries, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) reported, urging for the issuance of a legal document managing the use of the trademark.

Airlines allowed to increase frequency of domestic flights from October 21

The Ministry of Transport announced on October 19 that it has built plans on restoring domestic flights in the period from October 21 – November 30 based on the outcomes of the pilot resumption of domestic flights from October 10-17.

‘We’re fighting Covid-19, not each other’

After the Government issued Resolution 128 a number of cities and provinces began changing their pandemic prevention and control measures, facilitating production, goods circulation and people’s livelihoods.

Great national solidarity significant for Vietnam to overcome difficulties: NA leader

The second plenary session of the 15th National Assembly opened in Hanoi on October 20.

 

Vietnam to build nine new railways by 2030

Deputy Prime Minister Le Van Thanh has signed a decision approving the railway system planning for 2021-2030, with a vision to 2050, which sets a target of building nine new railways with a total length of 2,362km by 2030.

Vietnam drop out of Asia’s Top 15 for first time in two years

The Vietnamese national men’s football team has fallen out of the Top 15 in the Asian region following their recent defeats in the final round of Asian qualifiers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Clubs go shopping to prepare for 2022 V.Leauge 1 season

Although the start of the 2022 football season is still more than three months away, clubs have been working hard to strengthen their line-ups.

COVID-19 claims thousands of businesses in Mekong Delta

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced up to 7,941 enterprises in the Mekong Delta to suspend their operations or register for dissolution in the first nine months of this year. ​

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS OCTOBER 20

Vietnam is an investment destination in post-pandemic period: Bangkok Post

VN Football Federation to negotiate new contract with Korean Coach Park Hang Seo

According to the latest information, after the U23 Vietnam national football team completed the Asian U23 qualifying round, Coach Park Hang Seo will return to Vietnam and negotiate a third contract with the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF).

 

20,000 spectators may be allowed to attend football games at My Dinh Stadium

The Vietnamese football team can expect up to 20,000 local fans in the upcoming matches against Japan and Saudi Arabia in November.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES OCTOBER 20

Northern region to experience strong cold snap