Lack of quality human resources affect Vietnam’s fisheries activities

Central provinces are facing a shortage of seamen in both quality and quantity, hindering the development of fisheries industry as many boat owners are forced to sell their ships and change their jobs.

Fashion brand utilises traditional materials

Established in 2018 by 28-year-old Vu Thi Thanh Van, theMay is her start-up project inspired from the Cham ethnic group’s traditional crafts of brocade weaving in My Nghiep Village and pottery in Bau Truc Village in Ninh Thuan Province.

The twins who built a sharing platform for young people

Having experienced a difficult period of time finding directions for the future, a pair of twin sisters decided to establish an online platform to advise and troubleshoot problems for young people who are struggling to find goals for life.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 17

Police launch traffic safety campaign ahead of holidays

32 countries to take part in copyright transactions at online book fair

So far, 32 countries have agreed to participate in copyright transactions at Book365.vn, according to Nguyen Nguyen, director of the Publishing, Printing and Publishing Department under the Ministry of Information and Communication.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS APRIL 17

Japanese pin hopes on Vietnam’s market

Vietnam helps maintain sustainable global peace: Officer

Vietnam’s peacekeeping force has worked to enhance the country’s position in promoting the implementation of the UN Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), including maintaining sustainable peace around the world,

Vietnamese-developed online meeting platform debuts

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) on April 16 introduced eMeeting, an online meeting platform developed by the AIC Group and the BKAV Group, within the framework of the “Vietnam Digital Challenge” Forum.

US removes Vietnam out of list of currency manipulators

The US Treasury has removed Vietnam and Switzerland from the list of countries labeled as currency manipulators, reversing a decision of the administration under President Trump last December.

Online painting exhibition to raise money for charity

On April 19, the "Sowing the cozy nest" exhibition will open online with the participation of over 60 artists across the country to raise funds for charity.

16 Politburo members, 4 Party Secretariat members nominated for NA election

Of the 205 candidates in the upcoming election for the 15th National Assembly who are members of the Party Central Committee, there are 16 members in the Politburo, and four members in the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat.

Digital academy takes shape

The initial ecosystem for a digital school is taking shape at the Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT).

Vietnamese living in US say they are determined life will carry on

Vietnamese nationals living in the US say although they are concerned about the increase in the amount of attacks on Asians, they are doing their best to maintain normality.

Vietnam develops digital transformation platforms for businesses

The Government has issued Decision No.749/QD-TTg regarding the National Digital Transformation Program until 2025, with a Vision to 2030, focusing on small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

26-year-old man ‘refrigerated’ for 24 hours, saved from cardiac arrest

A hypothermia technique that protects the brain as well as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) helped save a man from Hanoi who suffered a cardiac arrest earlier this year.

Old Da Lat monasteries get second life

The Central Highlands city of Da Lat is famous for its cool climate, pine-scented air and mountain views. Often referred to as a “city in a forest”, “fog city” or "city of flowers", it is also home to many old religious buildings.

Supporting policies to develop electric cars needed: official

Vice Chairman of the National Traffic Safety Committee Khuat Viet Hung talks about proposals to the Government to promote green and environmentally friendly traffic in Vietnam.

Exports dependence on FDI sector concerns experts

Vietnam has enjoyed high export growth but experts are concerned that the main contributor is foreign direct investment (FDI).

Apartments sales drop, but developers still setting high prices

No longer seen as a profitable investment segment, apartments are not selling well as investors have shifted to buy land instead.

Collapsed trees after heavy rain causes traffic gridlock in HCM City

The heavy rains on early Friday morning flooded Saigon, causing many trees to collapse.

Japan - Vietnam Fest to open in HCM City at weekend

The seventh Japan – Vietnam Festival will be held on April 17 and 18 at the September 23 Park in HCM City’s District 1.

HAGL midfielder Vuong revitalised under Thai coach

Tran Minh Vuong did not join his teammates in the box and stood outside the area waiting for his chance from a corner kick.

Hanoi named in Vietnam’s top 10 business-friendly localities

Given its status as Vietnam’s major economic hub, improvements in administrative reform in Hanoi would have significant impact on the overall economy, said an expert.

Over VND27 trillion sought for key roads leading to seaports in HCM City

The HCMC Department of Transport has proposed the municipal government develop six key traffic infrastructure projects leading to the seaports in the city with an estimated investment of over VND27 trillion.

Quang Tri men spend millions to collect ordnance scraps

Two men in Quang Tri Province has spent hundreds of millions of VND on ordnance scraps left from the war, hoping to open a war museum or cafe.