Disciplinary measures against Binh Duong province’s leaders

The Politburo proposed the Party Central Committee consider imposing a disciplinary measure against Tran Van Nam.

 

VFF recognised as A Level member of AFC

The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) said the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) on June 18 officially announced the recognition of A Level membership for the VFF related to the AFC Coaching Convention.

Diplomatic efforts taken to bring COVID-19 vaccine to Vietnam

Diplomatic channels have been optimised to seek COVID-19 vaccine supply sources around the world in the hope of increasing the rate of vaccinated people, thus pushing back the pandemic soon.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JUNE 19

First-quarter low growth seeks solutions

 

 

Vietnamese still not aware of privacy rights about personal data

More and more privacy infringement cases have been reported recently, but some victims of the cases are not even aware of their privacy rights.

Massage, hair cut and wash services to be taxed from August 1

From August 1, 2021, a 5 percent VAT and 2 percent PIT will be imposed on services such as saunas, massage, karaoke, discotheques, billiards, internet, games, tailoring, laundry, haircut and hairdressing, and other services.

Multitude of options on table for further tax interventions

With the current outbreak still not entirely controlled, the government stands at a complicated crossroads as it needs to choose between further state budget security and continued support for the business community.

The precious sword and seal of the Nguyen Dynasty

After abdicating, Emperor Bao Dai handed over his sword and seal, which symbolize the power of the dynasty, to the revolutionary government. 

Modern strategies vital for agricultural funding surge

In the first five months of this year, the agro-forestry-fishery sector accounted for the lowest ratio of foreign direct investment inflows.

E-newspapers receive emergency rescue if cyber-attacked

Affirming that there has been no sign of massive cyberattacks on many newspapers, the Authority of Information Security said it would soon issue a procedure for quickly responding to cyberattacks on press agencies.

Technology leads the way in anti-COVID-19 strategy

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh recently highlighted technology as a spearhead in the country’s strategy to combat COVID-19.

HCM City records more than 1,000 Covid-19 cases, steps up prevention measures

A city official has been assigned to focus only on epidemic fighting in an effort to control the spread of Covid-19 amid the second two-week social distancing period which ends on June 30.

Foreigners take advantage of traveling to commit drug crime: police warn

The Drug-related Crime Investigation Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security warned that many foreigners have been taking advantage of traveling to Vietnam to commit a drug crime.

Little citizens on Truong Sa archipelago

Despite a number of formidable challenges, kids have been well brought up on the far-flung Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago. The little citizens are expected to play an important part in safeguarding the sacred sea and islands of the nation.

Solutions needed for agricultural products to no longer call for rescue

Every time China stops importing agricultural products or when the Covid-19 pandemic happens, several agricultural products are unsalable, then the rescue of them to support farmers will take place repeatedly.

'We can see the path of the Covid outbreak, and we know where it will go'

"We are confident that we can control the Covid outbreak, so we have not imposed a lockdown on the entire province," said Bac Giang Chair Le Anh Duong.

First Vietnamese film surpasses US$1 million mark in US

After debuting in the US box office on May 28, Bo Gia, a Vietnamese film produced by Tran Thanh Town, has seen its revenue surpassing the $1 million mark, becoming the first Vietnamese-produced title to reach that milestone.

Three foreign education quality accreditation centres licensed in Vietnam

Deputy Minister of Education and Training Hoang Minh Son has signed a decision allowing three foreign centres for education quality accreditation to operate in Vietnam.

Vietnam to protect production at industrial parks

The fourth wave of COVID-19 has changed the routines of many people working in industrial parks (IPs) in northern Vietnam.

Wildlife trafficking in Vietnam remains complex: report

Wildlife trafficking in Vietnam remains complicated both before and during COVID-19, a report released on June 18 by the People and Nature Reconciliation (PanNature) non-profit organisation showed.

Japanese investors secure foothold in leading Vietnamese brands through M&A

Japanese investors have poured billions of dollars to purchase stakes at Vietnamese businesses over the past decade.

Vietnam calls for stakeholders’ support for political process in Haiti

Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of the Vietnamese mission to the United Nations, has urged all stakeholders to enhance dialogue and make good preparations to ensure fair and transparent upcoming elections in Haiti.

Vietnam win gold, silver at Asian Taekwondo Championship

Vietnam won one gold and one silver medal at the Asian Taekwondo Championship which closed in Beirut, Lebanon, on June 17.

Vietnam Airlines licensed to operate flights to Canada

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has received a Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) issued by the Transport Canada, allowing it to operate flights to the North American country.

'Make in Vietnam' Digital Product Award 2021 launched

The Ministry of Information and Communications on June 18 launched the Make in Vietnam digital products awards.