WHO declares a pandemic of coronavirus disease covid-19

The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared coronavirus a pandemic, reflecting alarm that countries aren’t working quickly and aggressively enough to fight the disease it causes, covid-19.

Coronavirus: What measures are countries taking to stop it?

As the virus spreads around the world, what measures are different countries implementing?

VN enterprises hurt by COVID-19 proposed five months tax payment leniency

Enterprises and individuals directly affected by the COVID-19 would be allowed to pay VAT or land rent five months late, according to a proposal of the MoF.

Coronavirus: What's the risk of flying or taking the train?

Despite the rising number of cases, the UK government is mostly advising people to travel as normal.

Vietnamese smartphone brands find it difficult to grow in home market

Dozens of Vietnamese mobile phone brands once existed in the domestic market, but now only a few brands remain.

A closer look at the kitchen serving quarantined people in Hanoi

Despite being under quarantine at a military school belonging to the Hanoi Capital High Command in Son Tay town on the outskirts of the capital, people in isolation are still ensured a balanced diet with plenty of nutrition.

Is coronavirus coming between people and their faith?

As religious rituals are disrupted, is the disease coming between people and their worship?

One third of realty brokerage exchanges leave the market

More than 300 real estate brokerage exchanges, or one third of these firms in Viet Nam, have closed recently due to low supply and the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic.

 

Hanoi university students asked to take online classes

University students in Hanoi have been asked to study online amid rising new cases have been reported in the capital.

 

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VN central bank ceases bill issue for first time in nearly two months

 

Hanoi public buses suffer from decreasing passengers

Public buses in Hanoi are reporting a decreasing number of passengers due to Covid-19 outbreak.

Coronavirus: Could the US do what Italy has done?

Could the US lock down part, or even all, of the country to halt the spread of the deadly virus?

VN real estate firms struggle amid Covid-19 epidemic

The coronavirus epidemic has caused a shock to global tourism, seriously affecting hotels and resorts.

Samsung Display asks to not isolate 700 engineers from South Korea

Samsung's plea to exempt 700 South Korean engineers from the mandatory quarantine would cause numerous hiccups in the containment of the epidemic.

UN representative expresses confidence in Vietnam’s efforts to combat COVID-19

UN Resident Coordinator Kamal Malhotra praised Vietnam’s efforts and strong measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the community, saying that the UN has shared Vietnam’s experience with other countries worldwide.

Cao Bang: Six get death sentence for trafficking large amount of heroin

The People's Court in northern Cao Bang Province has handed down a series of jail sentences to 12 people involved in the province’s largest drug smuggling ring at court on Monday.

HCM City prepares for COVID-19 epidemic

If the number of patients infected with COVID-19 increases in HCM City, the Can Gio District Health Centre in the city will be used as a hospital specialising in treatment.

Seven Vietnamese nationals onboard quarantined cruise ship in Cambodia

A total of seven Vietnamese nationals on board the cruise ship Viking Cruise Journey has been put into isolation for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) testing, according to the Vietnam Embassy in Cambodia.

Vietnam enhances rice, pork price stabilisation

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has asked rice traders to strictly maintain a reserve equivalent to at least five percent of their export volume in the six most recent months.

Former Miss Vietnam's wedding suspended for Covid-19 fear

Miss Vietnam 2010 Dang Thi Ngoc Han and her fiance have decided to suspend their wedding party scheduled to be held this month due to Covid-19.

Vietnamese celebs quarantined after returning from European fashion shows

Some Vietnamese celebrities who attended fashion events in Milan and Paris have been quarantined following two Vietnamese attendees have tested positive for Covid-19 virus.

 

Private schools struggle to thrive amid temporary closure

The schools complained that the consequences caused by Covid-19 to the education sector have been disastrous.

Setting rules for household businesses poses questions

Regulating household businesses in Viet Nam is posing several problems as lawmakers debate whether the rules should be included in the amended Law on Enterprise or developed into separate legislation.

 

Vietnam reduces capacity of coal power plants

Vietnam will reduce the total capacity of coal-fired thermal power plants from 2020 until 2030, according to the National Steering Committee for Electricity Development.

 

Hanoi streets deserted amid fears of COVID-19

Once bustling streets in Hanoi are now secluded as most people choose staying inside for fears of COVID-19.