VIBOT-1a robots can replace 3-5 medical workers

If the robot is put into operation in a large scale, it will undertake a lot of work which is being done by medical workers

Autistic children display paintings online

An online painting exhibition on Facebook fanpage ToheFun tells emotional stories about life of seven autism children. 

BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES APRIL 12

Imported pork faces slow sales despite cheaper prices

A whole battle ahead: Deputy Prime Minister

Việt Nam still has a whole battle ahead as no specific cure or vaccines for COVID-19 are available at the moment, and the Government needs the support of the people to fight the pandemic, said Deputy Prime Minister Vũ Đức Đam.

List compiled to help stranded foreign tourists in Vietnam return home

A list of all foreign tourists stranded in Vietnam is being collated so the authorities can help organise their transport home.

Indonesia's most active volcano Merapi erupts again

Mount Merapi, the most active volcano in Indonesia, erupted again on April 10, spewing a column of ashes by up to 3 km high, according to the Indonesian Volcanology Agency.

Ministry launches investigation into anti-dumping duties on polyester yarn

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has issued a decision on investigating anti-dumping duties on polyester filament yarn (PFY) with HS codes: 5402.33.00, 5402.46.00 and 5402.47.00 originating from China, India, Indonesia and Malaysia.

Vsmart grabs 16.7 percent of Vietnamese smartphone market share

Vsmart phones now account for 16.7 percent of the Vietnamese smartphone market just 15 months since they were launched by VinSmart, a subsidiary of conglomerate VinGroup.

Coronavirus: India to extend nationwide lockdown, state minister says

India has decided to extend a strict nationwide lockdown imposed last month to stop the spread of the coronavirus, a top official says.

 

Coronavirus: US death toll passes 2,000 in a single day

America now has half a million confirmed coronavirus cases but the outbreak may soon begin to level off.

Coronavirus: The children struggling to survive India's lockdown

The sudden imposition of a 21-day lockdown in India to stop the spread of the coronavirus has thrown the lives of millions of children into chaos.

 

Mechanic devotes life to charity work in Quang Tri

Kindness and enthusiasm are the first thoughts that spring to mind when people meet Le Van Dinh, a motorbike mechanic in the central province of Quang Tri.

PM calls on expats to keep joining nation's efforts in pandemic combat

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has sent a letter to the overseas Vietnamese community, calling on them to remain unanimous and stand side by side with the homeland in the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic.

PM approves rice export resumption, orders guaranteed food security

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved the resumption of rice export provided that food security must be guaranteed amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, drought and saltwater intrusion.

Ministry proposes support for communications firms, press agencies

The Ministry of Information and Communications (MoIT) has proposed the Prime Minister consider support for businesses involved in information – communications and press activities.

Latest coronavirus news in Vietnam & Southeast Asia April 12

 Health Ministry issues emergency notice on Ha Loi Village

VN diversifies investments in special-use forests

The government of Vietnam has been trying to diversify investments in special-use forests (SUF) in order to improve financial flows for forest management, protection and conservation activities.

Local television to revive stage dramas

To meet entertainment demand amid the COVID-19 period, Ho Chi Minh City Television (HTV) has allocated many TV slots for dramatic theatrical performances.

Air pollution improves in Hanoi as people stay at home, practice social distancing

The social distancing policy has minimized emission activities, improving the air quality in Hanoi. However, the activities in the neighborhoods and surrounding provinces still show certain effects on air quality.

Hanoi to host film festival in November

The 6th Hanoi International Film Festival (HANIFF) has been scheduled for November 4 to 8, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has announced. 

Singer aims to bid farewell to COVID-19 with music

Tiễn COVID (Farewell COVID) is one of the latest songs released by Vietnamese artists joining the national fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

V.League 1's top strikers over last 20 years

During its 20-year history, some top strikers have graced the V.League 1 with their talents, with many going on to win the Golden Boot.

Frontline doctors in Covid-19 combat

National Hospital of Tropical Diseases No. 2 in Dong Anh district in Hanoi is home to the largest number of COVID-19 patients.

Unique ceramic tree house in Bat Trang village

After three years of intense work, the finishing line to the Bat Trang Tree House entered the stage of final sprint in order to participate in the International A' Design Awards & Competition 2020.

Thu Nhi to become Vietnam’s first world boxing champion

Nguyen Thi Thu Nhi bounces back and forth, landing punches at will. She bobs and weaves to avoid her opponent, and then finishes up with running and skipping.