Covid-19 and digital transformation

Digital transformation is keeping life going but in a ‘new normal’ state.

Vietnam’s ambassador urges improved awareness of women’s role in peace processes

Ireland and 11 member states of the UN Security Council, including Vietnam, co-held on March 8 an Arria-formula meeting entitled “Call to Lead by Example: Ensuring the Full, Equal and Meaningful Participation of Women in UN-led Peace Processes”.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 9

No new COVID-19 infections logged on March 9 morning

Important dates in legislative election

The followings are the 16 important dates in the election of deputies to the 15th National Assembly and People's Councils at all levels for the 2021-2026 tenure.

Education regulations about teachers' ethical conduct stir concern

The new circulars released by the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) not only have raised concern about the criteria for ranking teachers’ qualifications, but also the criteria about professional ethics.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 9

Shares cut early gains to end lower as bank stocks decline

Vietnam stock market predicted to surpass 1,200-threshold in mid-term

For 2021, the firm expected Vn-Index to fluctuate in range of 1,070-1,250.

 

CAAV proposes allowing Boeing B737 Max aircraft to transit in Vietnam

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has proposed the Ministry of Transport allow the Boeing B737 Max aircraft to transit in Vietnam, following Boeing’s efforts in handling safety problems.

‘Foreign eagles’ and ‘Viet dragons’ do the 'tango dance' together

Vietnam needs to create favorable conditions for ‘Viet dragons’ and ‘foreign eagles’ to join the "tango dance" that brings benefits to both sides, according to VIetnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) chair Vu Tien Loc.

Teachers unhappy with new master's degree regulation

Managerial officers and teachers complain that, under new regulations, it is more difficult to get a promotion, especially the rank of first-class teachers.

iPhone 12 users in Vietnam can now use 5G services

iPhone 12 users now can experience the features that 5G can offer.

Dual task of Vietnamese sport

Recently, two Vietnamese match officials, referee Bui Thi Thu Trang and assistant referee Truong Thi Le Trinh, made the FIFA shortlist of 750 candidates, 

Mindset change needed to achieve gender equality in labour market: ILO

A new research brief shows that the COVID-19 pandemic has not only exacerbated existing inequalities but also created new gender gaps, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in Vietnam has said,

One domestically-transmitted, 11 imported COVID-19 cases recorded on March 8 evening

Twelve new COVID-19 infections were recorded in the past 12 hours to 6:00 pm on March 8, including 11 imported cases, according to the National Steering Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control.

HCM City continues closure of discos, bars, karaoke parlors

Ho Chi Minh City will continue the closure of discos, bars, karaoke parlors to ensure safety amid COVID-19 pandemic, while other service business types will be resumed from March 9.

Covid-19 vaccinations begin in Vietnam

On the morning of March 8, the first Vietnamese were injected with Covid-19 vaccine at four places: 

Making the most of life behind bars

Time spent behind bars is never meant to be easy. But some foreign inmates at Vinh Quang Prison are making the most of their lives locked up. 

Carer for cemetery devotes daily life to martyrs

For the last 40 years, she comes to clear grass, burn incense, and sit and talk at the martyrs’ graves at the cemetery every day.

Economy remains on upward track

In defiance of the health crisis hurting the domestic economy, Vietnam has earned international optimitism for its growth outlook on the back of the country’s good control of COVID-19 leading to impressively positive growth last year.

HCM City theatres reach out to younger audiences

Local art units and stage performers must be more creative with their products and consider creating new stage performances at school theatres to reach younger audiences, experts have said.

Over 2,800 public administrative procedures go online

More than 2,800 administrative procedures have been available on the National Public Service Portal which was launched in December 2019.

6th grader's website and its unexpected success

A free website with a homework search engine was launched in 2013 by a boy in the 6th grade.

Vietnam highlights attainments in children, PWDs’ rights promotion

UNHRC convened the second week of its 46th regular session on March 1-5, with debates on promoting civil and political rights along with economic, cultural, and social rights, including the rights of the child and of persons with disabilities (PWDs).

13th PCC’s second plenum considers candidates for leading positions

Party General Secretary and President Nguyen Phu Trong told 13th Party Central Committee’s second plenum that the Politburo will seek the committee’s decision on candidates for the posts of President, PM and NA Chairperson at this plenum.

Private firms need more institutional support

Private enterprises do not need money but institutional support to enjoy a stable and safe business environment, bringing them equality and respect.