Vietnam Airlines projects loss of over US$650 million this year

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has forecast a consolidated pre-tax loss for 2020 of nearly 15.18 trillion VND (over 650 million USD) due to COVID-19.

Draft bill proposes easing requirements for residency in major cities

The need to have extra requirements for people when applying for regular residency in cities affiliated to the central Government, also known as centrally-run cities like Hanoi or HCM City, 

Vietnamese banks to continually cut costs to aid COVID-19 affected firms

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has asked banks to further reduce operating costs in the remaining months of the year in order to continue lowering interest rates to support COVID-19 affected firms and individuals.

 

Vietnam aims to have 2,000 supporting businesses

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has signed a resolution to promote the development of support industries with the aim of having 2,000 enterprises capable of directly supplying parts for multinational corporations in ten years.

 

Vietnam expects imminent new wave of foreign investment

In late July, news that 15 Japanese companies received support from their Government to move to Vietnam from China became a hot topic in the media.

Remarkable milestones of ASEAN

Since its official establishment in 1967, the Assocation of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has obtained several achievements.

Latest Coronavirus News in Vietnam & Southeast Asia August 11

COVID-19: Vietnam registers 16 more cases, 16th fatality

Silk woven from lotus

From the fragile silk thread and extraordinary craft manipulation, lotus silk has become a unique product in the fashion market.

Vietnam prepare for World Cup 2022 qualifiers

The Vietnam national team will begin a training camp at the Promotion Fund for Vietnamese Football Talent (PVF) Football Training Centre in the northern province of Hung Yen on August 18 to prepare for the upcoming World Cup 2022 qualifiers.

Vietnam supports UNSC’s resolution for peace, security in Guinea-Bissau

Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, head of the Vietnamese mission to the UN, has reaffirmed Vietnam’s support for the implementation of duties of the UN Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS) 

Members of Da Nang Football Club to have blood tested

Among 26 football clubs attending the LS V-League and LS 2020 V-League 2, the Da Nang Club is the most concerned team due to the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak in the city of Da Nang.

People with disabilities to get more assistance

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a programme to support people with disabilities in 2021-2030.

The trouble with testing

On August 6, patient No. 714, who travelled to Da Nang from July 14-17, went to work on July 18.

Local businesses struggle as another outbreak hits

As another wave of COVID-19 hits the nation, many businesses are already on the verge of collapse.

Vietnam's IT employees expect to work on solutions to crises similar to Covid-19

IT investment and digital working are highlighted in the latest survey to facilitate the digital future of work.

Vietnam sees bumper fruit exports this year

After litchi gained entry to Australia, durian, star apple and mangosteen have also obtained visas to enter the choosy market.

Can Gio Biosphere: the 'green lung' that protects HCM City

After nearly 20 years of restoration, Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve has become the "green lung" of HCM City, contributing to improved air quality and reduced environmental pollution in the city.

Policies needed to promote mechanical engineering in agriculture

Vietnam needs policies to promote mechanical engineering in agriculture to increase added value and quality for the farming sector, experts have said.

Vietnam's LNG market becomes busy as energy sector restructures

Though the LNG market in Vietnam is still in its infancy, both state-owned enterprises like PV Gas and private companies like Angelin Energy see its great potential, reported Nhip Cau Dau Tu.

National mourning for former Party General Secretary Le Kha Phieu

Former General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Le Kha Phieu passed away at 2.52am on August 7 and his funeral will be held as national mourning, according to a special communiqué issued on Monday.

Commercializing research works: the gaps that need to be filled

While many universities around the world consider research activities as an important part of their operation, Vietnam’s universities mostly focus on training.

Rare birds flock to Dong Nai Culture and Nature Reserve

Hundreds of painted stork (Mycteria leucocephala) suddenly have been found In the upstream of Tri An lake in Dong Nai Culture and Nature Reserve in Dong Nai Province. 

 

Phu Quoc longs to become Vietnam’s first island city

The island paradise of Phu Quoc has significant potential to develop into a leading tourist destination in Southeast Asia. 

Galerie Quynh hosts new work by local artist

Galerie Quynh will host HCM City-based visual artist Ngo Dinh Bao Chau's solo exhibition from August 14 to October 3.