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The birth of quirky firefighting equipment
A lofty idea to help constrain fires begets a wondrous outcome.
Gac Ma soldiers in the heart of Vietnamese people
Whenever March comes, people across Vietnam turn their hearts to Gac Ma Reef of Truong Sa archipelago, a sacred territorial part of the Fatherland,
VN hopes to tax overseas sellers on e-commerce platforms
The Vietnamese tax watchdog hopes to tax sellers based in foreign countries but operating e-commerce businesses in Vietnam.
Preserving and promoting Dong Ho folk paintings
Dong Ho folk paintings are one of the most famous folk painting genres in Vietnam. Beyond just decoration, though, the paintings also convey moral lessons.
Domestic enterprises remain struggling
More than 90 percent of domestic enterprises are small and medium-sized. The advantage of this business model is that it quickly responds to market fluctuations.
Initial phase of clinical trials on Covivac begins on March 15
The Hanoi Medical University is to start the initial phase of clinical trials on the second domestically-produced COVID-19 vaccine known as Covivac, developed by the Institute of Vaccines and Medical Biologicals (IVAC) on March 15.
Vietnam successfully clones pigs for first time
Vietnamese scientists have for the first time successfully cloned pigs using the somatic cells of ear tissue.
VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 15
Three new COVID-19 cases, 29 recoveries reported on March 15 afternoon
Cua chicken: from a royal dish of yore to a notable cuisine
The chicken from Cua land is known for its prime taste and was once served as a royal food hundreds of years ago.
Education dept seeks help from city to resolve classroom shortage
The HCM City Department of Education and Training has asked the People's Committee to help schools resolve problems associated with the requirements of the new education programme.
Private entity steps in to relieve congestion
The entry of the FPT Company last week revealed an unprecedented new solution to the problem of congestion on the trading system on HoSE.
One month long Hue Traditional Craft Festival to be held in May end
In a first, the annual Hue Traditional Craft Festival will go on for a month, starting from May 29-June 26, announced the organization board.
Government officials convicted of public land violations, why?
Land scandals like Thu Thiem (HCM City) have revealed distorted land values caused by decisions of officials on authority, Mr. Dang Hung Vo told VietNamNet.
Vietnam continues to be key overseas production base of global giants
The country needs to well prepare for conditions to compete with its rivals in attracting foreign investment.
Vietnam’s first kidney transplant for boy with genetic mutation succeeds
The boy received kidneys from live donors after an eight-hour surgery.
Seasonal organic rice revival in Mekong Delta
According to the analysis by QY Research published in 2020, the total value of global organic rice exports in 2018 was US$1.5 billion.
Focus on transport infrastructure development is sound solution for Hanoi's urban planning
Building transport infrastructure is hoped to help Hanoi's outskirts areas develop and create the potential for modern urban development as there is less and less land available in the inner city.
Nearly 60 million subscribers only use voice and message services nationwide
Nearly 60 million mobile phone subscribers in Vietnam are using only voice and message services reported the Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (VNTA) under the Ministry of Information and Communications.
Why does Vietnam not develop airports en masse?
Following numerous requests made by localities nationwide to the Ministry of Transport about their desire to build airports, concerns have been raised by the public and economic experts regarding their feasibility and economic efficiency.
Passenger plane makes U-turn due to smoke
A passenger plane en route to Con Dao island in southern Vietnam was forced to return to Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport on March 14 after smoke was detected.
Institutional revolution driving digital transformation in Vietnam
Vietnam is one of the pioneering countries in building a national digital transformation programme, with the three main pillars of digital government, digital economy, and digital society.
Int’l watercolour painting exhibition opens in HCM City
The International Watercolour Painting Exhibition “Arts and Peace” has opened at the Ho Chi Minh City-based Vietnam Watercolor Art.
HCMC’s population forecast to reach 13-14 million by 2040
HCMC is expected to become a financial and service center of the Asia-Pacific region with a population of 13-14 million by 2040 and 16 million by 2060.
