Improving Vietnam's rankings – is it possible?

The fact that some countries were able to upgrade their national ranking because of technology application is an inspiration for developing countries like Vietnam.

Traditional fabric creates environmentally-friendly toys

A studio located in a small lane on Thuy Khue Street, Hanoi, is making eco-friendly toys from environmentally-friendly material – hemp.

Electricity prices still not falling despite oversupply

The Electricity of Vietnam’s (EVN) latest report showed that the Covid-19 pandemic has led to a decrease in electricity demand. The real electricity output in 2020 was 247 billion kwh and the additional charge growth rate was 3 percent.

 

Research group says fourth COVID-19 wave may not be over until end of June

An independent research group from the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research has forecast that the total number of coronavirus cases in the fourth COVID-19 wave could reach 4,500-6,600 depending on the level of social distancing.

67-year-old woman is Vietnam’s 45th COVID-19 death

A 67-year-old woman with a history of hypertension and diabetes in the northern province Bac Ninh is Vietnam's 45th COVID-19 related death, health authorities announced Wednesday.

Mobile container labs for COVID-19 testing to be launched

Mobile container labs for COVID-19 testing would be used in the time ahead as Deputy Prime Minister Le Minh Khai has signed an official dispatch regarding the installation of the labs.

620-bed field hospital set up in Bac Giang Province

Bac Giang Province health authorities have established a COVID-19 field hospital with a capacity of 620 beds in the province's gymnasium.

Rowers overcome challenges to secure Olympic slot

Planks, squats and push up. Exhaustion, sweat and boredom.

 

Taxing unoccupied villas: one solution for creating fair housing market

A reasonable taxation policy is expected to help settle several problems, including excessive investment in high-end apartment and villa projects, and speculation buying.

 

AI, IoT solutions used in COVID-19 screening at quarantine areas

Non-touch temperature screening kiosks and cameras as well as software modules using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) should be set up in high-risk Covid-19 locations, including quarantine areas, experts have said. 

Doctors take samples for Covid tests from 18,000 workers in Bac Giang

On May 26, hundreds of doctors and nurses took samples for covid tests from more than 18,000 workers in Nui Hieu village, Quang Chau commune, Viet Yen district, Bac Giang province, Vietnam’s largest epidemic hotspot.

Disabled people’s hands turn trash into art

Scrap fabric of tailors in Van Phuc Silk Village (Ha Dong District, Hanoi) have been turned into colorful folk paintings, thanks to the diligent skillful hands of people with disabilities.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MAY 26

Vietnam’s April tuna exports skyrocket

Vietnam win berth for 2021 FIFA Futsal World Cup

Vietnam secured a 1-1 tie with Lebanon in the return leg of their playoff on May 25, clinching a berth for the 2021 FIFA Futsal World Cup finals for the second time, thanks to the away goals rule.

Litchis sell well on e-commerce sites

Nguyen Van Lan’s 2-hectare litchi orchard in Luc Ngan district in Bac Giang province is ready for harvest. However, he still doesn’t know what to do to sell all the 40-50 tons of litchis amid the Covid-19 outbreak.

Vietnam could observe super blood moon eclipse on May 26

Many people nationwide are set to enjoy a wonderful experience admiring the stunning and extremely rare super blood moon eclipse which will occur at 6:11 p.m. on May 26, a total of 20 years following the previous one.

New app connects scrap collectors, buyers

A set of innovative applications named VECA launched last month has allowed users to call scrap collectors in HCM City.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MAY 26

Vietnam records 115 new COVID-19 cases on May 26 afternoon

 

Painting by Le Pho sold for $1.1 million at Hong Kong auction

The masterpiece Jeune femme attachant son foulard (Young Lady Tying Her Scarf) by renowned painter Le Pho was sold for 1.1 million USD at a Hong Kong auction on May 24.

Vietnam condemns violence, terrorist attacks against civilians in Somalia

Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, strongly condemned the Al-Shabaab’s violence and attacks against civilians in Somalia 

Hanoi introducing comprehensive measures to control COVID-19: City leader

Hanoi will do everything possible to control the COVID-19 situation with the implementation of synchronous and comprehensive measures in all areas, while focusing on sealing off pandemic hotspots and preventing its spread.

High-ranking military officer dismissed from Party posts

The Secretariat of the Party Central Committee decided on May 25 to dismiss a high-ranking military officer from all Party posts over his wrongdoings.

Vietnamese, German foreign ministers hold phone talks

Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son held phone talks with his German counterpart Heiko Maas on May 25, during which he affirmed that Vietnam attaches importance to further promoting and deepening the strategic partnership with Germany.

Thai Binh, Hai Phong allow resumption of several services

Chairman of Thai Binh province Nguyen Khac Than has decided to allow eateries and hair salons to reopen from 5am on May 26, given that the COVID-19 pandemic in the locality has been under control.

Australia eyes comprehensive strategic partnership with Vietnam

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison expressed his wish to elevate the Vietnam-Australia strategic partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership during an online talk with his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh on May 25. ​