Vietnamese Gov’t seeks sustainable growth in seafood sector

The Government will focus on restructuring the seafood industry based on the demands of local and global markets to obtain sustainable growth and raise the competitiveness of the sector, Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung said.

 

Early childhood education project benefits 1,600 children

Over 1,600 children in HCMC have been provided with toys, stationery and other necessities by an early childhood education project of UNICEF Vietnam over the past three years.

 

iPhone11 selling well in Vietnam

iPhone stores have received many orders for the iPhone 11, with 400 units are being sold each hour.

 

iPhone X will no longer be distributed officially in Vietnam

The 2-year old iPhoneX sells well in the used iPhone market, but brand new products will no longer be distributed officially in Vietnam.

Vietnam thrash Mongolia in opening AFC U-19 Championship qualifier

Vietnam's national U19 football team enjoyed a resounding 3-0 victory over Mongolia in their opening match in the qualifying round for the AFC U-19 Championship on November 6.

Storm Nakri forecast to make U-turn and head to central Vietnam

Tropical storm Nakri, the sixth storm to affect Vietnam in 2019, is moving slowly eastwards and is expected to change course and head to Vietnam’s central region in the next 24 hours.

Vietnam advised to get stronger int’l support in East Sea issues

Vietnam should make greater efforts to get stronger support from the international community in the East Sea issues and hold more activities similar to East Sea International Conferences, a leading foreign expert has suggested.

Licences of news aggregators halted from Nov. 1

The granting of licences for internet-based news aggregators by enterprises and organisations has been temporarily suspended from November 1, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has announced.

NA continues questioning ministers of industry and trade, home affairs

National Assembly (NA) deputies on November 7 continue questioning Minister of Industry and Trade Tran Tuan Anh and Minister of Home Affairs Le Vinh Tan on issues under their management.

HCM City’s climate to worsen by 2050

Ho Chi Minh City’s climate and hydrodynamics are extreme and are expected to worsen by 2050, according to a report recently released by the Asian Development Bank (ABD).

Vietnam imports 120,000 cars in ten months

Vietnam imported 120,000 assembled cars worth $2.66 billion in the first ten months of this year, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

HCM City Consular Club to host charity bazaar

The Consular Club in HCM City will hold its annual 26th annual International Charity Bazaar on November 9 at Adora Convention Centre in Tan Binh District.

Ha Tien- Rach Gia- Bac Lieu expressway to be built

The Cuu Long Corporation for Investment Development and Project Management of Infrastructure (CIPM) has asked the Ministry of Transport to be responsible for the Ha Tien-Rach Gia-Bac Lieu expressway project.

FIFA, AFC give full backing for inaugural ASEAN Club Championship

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa have both given their full support for the inaugural ASEAN Club Championship (ACC), which will kick off next year.

Households affected by Rang Dong light bulb fire claim compensation

Local residents affected by the fire at the Rang Dong light bulb warehouse have sent a petition to authorised agencies, asking them to intervene in compensation claims.

Klook Fest travel show comes to Vietnam for 1st time

After a successful run in several Southeast Asian countries, Klook Travel Fest, organised by Klook, is finally making its way to Vietnam for the first time.

Experimental films portray family life

Manzi Art Space will present three volumes of Tạ Minh Duc's series of experimental films on Sunday.

Foreign insurers eye promising Vietnamese market

Growing demand for health care and disease prevention in Vietnam offers great opportunities for life insurers, especially foreign firms, to develop.

Don't silence the Mekong River

Last month, the Mekong River Commission announced the commencement of Prior Consultation for Luang Prabang, the fifth lower Mekong mainstream dam to undergo the process.

Hanoi historic flag raising ceremony 65 years ago

Hanoi first flag salute ceremony was held on October 10, 1954 when the city had been liberated from the French. The day has become a historical milestone for the capital.

 

Opening finance, telecom markets under EVFTA has opportunities, risks

With the newEU-Vietnam FTA (EVFTA), the insurance sector is expected to continue to see strong growth, while the telecom sector will be more difficult to join.

Exploring unique offshore wind farm in Bac Lieu

Home to a total of 62 coastal turbines, each with a height of over 80 metres, the wind farm located in Vinh Trach Dong commune, Bac Lieu province has developed into a popular regional tourist attraction.

Vietnamese rice 50% cheaper than Thai rice

Vietnam and Thailand are two major rice exporters to the Hong Kong market, but Vietnamese rice prices are 50% lower than those offered by its rival, leaving wide room for growth for Vietnamese rice exports to the former British territory.

 

Vietnam on high alert to origin fraud

After many exports to the US were found disguised with ‘made in Vietnam’ labels to try to evade anti-dumping duties, Vietnam has become more vigilant over origin fraud.

Discovering Hanh Phuc winding road in Ha Giang

Located atop Dong Van Stone plateau in Ha Giang province, the Hanh Phuc winding road proves to be an attractive destination for adventurous travelers looking to experience the area’s breathtaking landscapes.