Photographer devotes years taking thousands of photos about environmental protection

Tens of thousand of photographs have been taken by Do Trong Hoai An during his trekking trips throughout the country over the last 37 years, half of which relate to environmental protection.

Vietnam warned of increased risk of anti-subsidy lawsuits

The US Trade Representative (USTR) has decided that it will classify developed and developing countries in accordance with its own criteria and consider the trade ratio of the countries when classifying.

Wood industry to promote online sales to find new markets

Domestic wood processing enterprises are urged to use more online commercial channels to find new markets and customers, especially during the COVID-19 epidemic.

BUSINESS NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 8

SCIC to sell all shares of Cienco 5

Expert asks for frequent adjustment of electricity prices

Electricity prices should be adjusted more frequently to better promote market competitiveness, said Tran Dinh Long, Vice President of the Vietnam Electricity Association.

 

Vietnam to improve public asset verification

PhD Dinh Van Minh, director of the Legal Department from the Government Inspectorate, talks on the Government’s plan to develop a decree on asset and income declaration of Government officials.

Scientist tackles Alzheimer's and cancer

A female university lecturer is leading a group of scientists in the battle against dementia.

Don't judge the book by its cover, do not judge a woman by the Ao Dai she wears

This week leading up to International Women's Day tomorrow, VN Women's Union has appealed to all women in the country to wear their áo dài, be proud of their common heritage and protect it together.

Eliminating wildlife markets amid Covid-19 is an uphill task as local officials neglect responsibility

Over 1,500 cases of violations of laws on wildlife protection were discovered within the 2013-2017 period.

Vietnamese curator snubbed due to coronavirus prejudice

A Vietnamese art curator was told not to attend an art fair in the UK over fears attendees would assume the curator was infected with the coronavirus.

Online book fair offers quality books

The HCM City Book Distribution Corporation is organising an online book fair at its website www.fahasa.com until March 29.

Realising women’s rights towards gender equality

Babeth Ngoc Han Lefur, Oxfam in Vietnam country director, talks about realising women's rights in Vietnam.

Association calls for rate cuts, improved legal framework for new property products

The Vietnam Real Estate Association has proposed the Government develop measures with a focus on credit and tax support, improving legal framework for new property products to aid the property market to overcome this difficult period.

 

State agencies work to protect children online

The Information Security Department under the Ministry of Information and Communications and Ministry of Labour, War Invalids and Social Affairs’ Department of Child Affairs have signed a co-operation plan regarding child protection online.

 

Environment Ministry puts four weather radar stations into operation

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) said it has put four weather radar stations into operation in northern and central regions in an attempt to increase the accuracy of weather forecasts.

 

Loudspeakers transmit COVID-19 developments in Vietnam

Loudspeakers, text messages, public notices and elevator screens are being used in Hanoi and other provinces to keep people updated about the prevention of COVID-19.

Debunking six myths about Vietnam's 17th victim of COVID-19

Since Vietnam reported its 17th COVID-19 case on Friday night in a woman who returned from a trip to Europe, fake news and rumours have spread like wildfire on social media. 

Schools closures continue in Hanoi amid rising virus fears

Hanoi has decided to continue let students remain off to avoid the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak.

 

VN Trade Ministry confirms steady supply of consumer goods at supermarkets

The Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) confirmed that the goods reserves are still plentiful to ensure adequate supply for people.

 

Shop closures in Hanoi, HCM City due to coronavirus fears

Many shops and restaurants in Hanoi and HCM City have closed or are looking for new owners due to Covid-19 fears.

Friendship Order presented to Finland-Vietnam Friendship Association

President of the Vietnam Union of Friendship Organisations Nguyen Phuong Nga handed over the Friendship Order, presented by President Nguyen Phu Trong, to the Finland - Vietnam Friendship Association yesterday.

Samsung to temporarily move smartphone production to Vietnam over virus case

Samsung Electronics Co. on March 6 said it will temporarily move some of its smartphone production to Vietnam, after shutting down a local factory following a positive coronavirus test there, according to Yonhap.

Sixth Hanoi Int’l Film Festival slated for fourth quarter

The 6th Hanoi International Film Festival is scheduled to take place in the fourth quarter of this year, said the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on March 6.

Vietnam ready to host ASEAN Summit

ASEAN member countries highly appreciated Vietnam’s initiatives and proposals in building a vision for ASEAN in 2025 and beyond, as well as preparations for the ASEAN Summit.

Compulsory e-health declaration for all passengers entering Vietnam

The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) has asked airlines to inform all passengers on the requirement to fill in electronic health declaration forms before boarding flights to Vietnam, starting from 6:00 am on March 7.