Coronavirus likely to send local stock market crashing

A new strain of coronavirus that has emerged in the central Chinese city of Wuhan is expected to continue dampening investor sentiment, according to various reports.

China seeks to import medical face masks from Vietnam

In Vietnam, demand for medical face masks and hand sanitizers has increased sharply on fears of potential outbreak of the new coronavirus (nCoV).

nCoV: Hanoi prepares for worst situation

The city's leader asks local authorities to ensure enough resources to deal with the epidemic in the worst scenario.

Vietnamese athletes compete in Asian mountain bike champs

Vietnam will take part in the Asian Mountain Bike Continental Championships in Chiangrai Province, Thailand on February 1-5.

Three French tourists from Wuhan quarantined in HCMC

Director of the Municipal Department of Health Nguyen Tan Binh was cited by VNExpress as saying three French tourists have been quarantined in Ho Chi Minh City after they travelled to Viet Nam from China’s Wuhan.

Vietnam ranks second in number of guest workers in Japan

Vietnam now ranks second in the number of employees working in Japan, according to the latest statistics of Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.

Coronavirus prevention drill held at Hue Central Hospital

A drill on preventing the acute respiratory disease casued by a new coronavirus (nCoV) was held at the Hue Central Hospital in Phong Dien district, the central province of Thua Thien-Hue on February 2.

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.