Wildlife traffickers in Ca Mau sentenced to 2-13 years in jail

The People’s Court of the southernmost province of Ca Mau has sentenced a company director to 13 years in prison and a fine of 100 million VND (4,280 USD) for organising trafficking of rare and endangered wildlife.

Education and coaches key to cleaning up local football: pundits

Huynh Van Tien's football career could be over at the tender age of 21.

Hanoi decorated to mark President Ho Chi Minh's birthday

Many streets in Hanoi have been decorated to celebrate President Ho Chi Minh’s 130th birthday.

Vinh Long to spend VND400bn on agriculture museum

Vinh Long Province People's Committee announced that they had approved construction of the VND400bn ($17m) Mekong Delta Agriculture Museum on May 15.

Four more imported cases bring total COVID-19 tally to 318

Four more new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed on May 16 among Vietnamese returning from abroad, taking the total number of cases to 318 as of 6 pm May 16.

Strong storms forecasted to hit Vietnam this year

Vietnam would face up to 13 storms this year, including several major ones, said an official from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES MAY 17

Signs of recovery for businesses who weather COVID-19 storm

In Vietnam, hotels are being sold as owners take losses amid Covid-19

Many owners cannot maintain operation of their hotels during the epidemic and want to sell them.

Footballer turns rice farmer to provide for family in the long-term

Although midfielder Nguyen Quy Suu is short in stature and isn't the most naturally talented player, the Dong Thap Province man has carved out a solid career thanks to his passion and perseverance.

New study brings hope to infertile couples

Vuong Thi Ngoc Lan, a specialist at the HCM City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, has brought hope to thousands of infertile couples in Vietnam through a study about the efficiency between the transfer of fresh or frozen embryos in women

Vietnamese millennials turn quarantine experiences into app

Returning to Vietnam on March 14, 22-year-old Nguyen Tuan Minh was among thousands of overseas students fleeing Europe after the continent becoming the global epicentre for COVID-19. 

Uncle Ho’s 130th birthday to be celebrated nationwide

Many arts and cultural activities like exhibitions, performances and a film week will be held nationwide to celebrate the 130th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday, which falls on May 19.

Top-flight football to return to Vietnam in early June

At long last, football is back. The national top-flight V.League 1 will return to action on June 5 after being on hiatus since early March due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Protectionism no good for economies amid COVID-19: APEC expert

Some developing countries in Asia, including Vietnam, could still grow amid the COVID-19 pandemic due to an increase in domestic demands when the manufacturing sector recovers.

Historic book about Vietnam at the end of the 19th century released

Readers who are curious about the people, landscape, lifestyle and customs of Vietnam at the end of the 19th century can find their answers in a book by French doctor, explorer and photographer Charles-Édouard Hocquard  

Netflix collaborates with Skyline Media to expand Vietnamese movies selection

Netflix on May 14 announced it will continue the expansion of its Vietnamese content library with the acquisition of 13 films through its first collaboration with Skyline Media.

Preferential programme promotes solar power

The HCM City Power Corporation Corporation under Vietnam Electricity (EVNHCMC) is co-operating with suppliers to carry out preferential programmes to encourage enterprises and individuals in the city to use solar power.

Barber truck offers free haircuts to people in need

There is nothing unusual about barbershops, but in HCM City there is a barbershop that moves.

Small businesses change business models to survive pandemic

Seeking new markets, making new products and following new business thinking are actions now being taken by Vietnam’s businesses to overcome current difficulties.

In which cases VN coast guards permitted to open fire?

The Law on Vietnam Coast Guard stipulates four cases when the Vietnam Coast Guard is allowed to open fire.

The Vietnam Coast Guard has the right to pursue ships that violate sovereignty

The Vietnam Coast Guard has the right to chase vessels at sea for inspection and control in the following cases: violation of sovereignty, sovereignty right, national jurisdiction ...

BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES MAY 16

Vietnam takes first ever measures to kick-start ailing economy

Foreign investors call for greater flexibility in Vietnam's upcoming PPP law

A lack of a unified legal framework governing PPP is the main factor that Vietnam’s infrastructure sector growth potential is capped at 6.1% per year through 2029.

Tech does its part to tackle coronavirus

Nguyen Huy Dung, director-general of the General Department of Information, under the Ministry of Information and Communications, talks on IT application in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Covid-19 highlights Vietnam’s omni channel shopping trend

Local retailers in FMCG should rethink their channel strategy as Covid-19 impacted the way Vietnamese consumers shopping.