Flights to carry Vietnamese in nCoV-hit China back home

Vietnam Airlines is resuming flights between Vietnam and Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan (China) as from February 2 after the civil aviation authority permitted the resumption to repatriate affected passengers amid the novel coronavirus (nCoV) epidemic.

Puppeteers breathe new life into puppetry art

Thang Long Water Puppet Theater in the center of the capital city is one of the most popular attractions in Hanoi. 

Ministries urged to assess nCOV impacts for short- and long-term solutions

Ministries need to analyse the impact of coronavirus on both international and domestic markets, then deliver short-term and long-term solutions, Minister of Industry and Trade Tran Tuan Anh said on January 31.

God of Wealth Day marked by sale of unique gold products

Gold shops throughout the nation have been putting a wide range of bespoke items on displayto take advantage of the increased demand among customers that occurs on the God of Wealth Day which will fall on February 3.

AI to change VN education in the future: experts

Changing the role of teachers in classrooms and upgrading the quality of lessons, AI is expected to change the face of education in the future.

Vietnam deploys 5G technology with locally made equipment

Viettel has become the 6th company in the world to manufacture 5G devices, and Vietnam is among the first countries in the world mastering the modern technology.

Seventh nCoV case confirmed in Vietnam

A citizen of the US has been tested positive for the acute respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus (nCoV), becoming the 7th nCoV-infected case in Vietnam so far.

Extracurricular class fuels ethnic minority students’ passion for Gong culture

Dak Lak province in the Central Highlands has opened classes on Gong playing for students from ethnic minorities to help them learn the core values of Gong culture. 

Garment and textile exports likely to reach US$42 billion in 2020: SSI

Export turnover within the textile and apparel sector is forecast to reach up to US$42 billion in 2020, representing an increase of 7.7 per cent compared to the figures from 2019, according to SSI Securities Corporation.

Hanoi authorities spray schools with disinfectant to combat nCoV infection

Schools throughout Hanoi have made efforts to clean their facilities with disinfectant spray on February 1 as a means of fighting against the potential spread of acute respiratory disease caused by the new coronavirus (nCoV).

Hanoi FC ranked as sixth strongest team in Southeast Asia

Hanoi FC have been placed as the sixth best team in the Southeast Asian region, according to the latest rankings released by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).

Hue Imperial Citadel hosts reenactment of Cay Neu ceremony

A ceremony involving the lowering of a Cay Neu, a tall bamboo pole featuring red pieces of garments which are used to ward off evil spirits during the Lunar New Year, took place at the Hue Imperial Citadel on January 31.

Vietnam needs more input materials to export more cashew nuts

Vietnam is among the world’s top cashew nut exporters, but it still cannot control the material supply sources.

Traditional village market attracts tourists

A traditional village market has recently opened at Phong Nha Ke Bang national park. The colours and atmosphere of a traditional market, along with folk games, have drawn visitors’ attention.

Vietnam gears up to compete in finals of AFC Futsal Championship 2020

Gathering together on January 26, the head coach of Vietnam’s national futsal team Pham Minh Giang has been preparing his team for the upcoming 2020 AFC Futsal Championship finals which will take place in Turkmenistan.

Hanoi apartment market to see abundant luxury supply in 2020: JLL

The new launches are estimated to attract a large number of buyers due to thin supply in the city.

Local property market to recover this year

Local property experts have forecast that the domestic real estate market will recover this year.

 

Mask shops fined for overcharging

Two shops in Hanoi have been fined for overcharging for face masks amid rising demand due to the spreading of coronavirus.

 

Hanoi universities allow students to stay at home amid coronavirus outbreak

Several universities in Hanoi have permitted their students to stay at home for one more week after Tet to help prevent and control the spread of coronavirus.

 

Gold shops prepare for God of Wealth Day rush

Jewellery shops and companies have stockpiled large numbers of “lucky” gold products to meet the surging demand on the God of Wealth Day on the 10th day of the new lunar year, which falls on February 3.

 

Flights from nCoV-affected areas to Vietnam suspended

The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAV) has asked airlines to proactively adjust their flight schedules and suspended all flights from coronavirus-affected areas to Vietnam.

Festivals may be cancelled due to coronavirus threat

The Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism has recommended postponing or cancelling traditional festivals which are yet to start, and for those which already began in the face of the threat of coronavirus.

Vietnam achieves targets during UNSC presidency month: Ambassador

Vietnam has completed what it planned to do during the month it held the presidency of the UN Security Council, said Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Head of Vietnam’s Permanent Mission to the UN.

Foreign diplomats congratulate VN on fulfilling role of UNSC President

Foreign ambassadors lavished praise on Vietnam as the country has successfully fulfilled its role as the rotary president of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in the first month of 2020.

Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival opens in Ninh Binh

The Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival kicked off in Gia Vien district of the northern mountainous province of Ninh Binh on January 30, the sixth day of the Lunar New Year.