First PPP agricultural project launched in Hau Giang

The knowledge sharing and technical assistance project for agriculture was launched in the Mekong Delta province of Hau Giang on August 19 with the debut of a public-private partnership (PPP) group for the project.

Cashew industry seeks ways to overcome difficulties

The Vietnam Cashew Association (Vinacas) has recently held a conference to review the industry’s performance in the first seven months of 2019 and seek solutions to the problems facing it.

Upcoming horror flicks excite local fans

Young director Tran Huu Tan, who is making a psychological thriller inspired by a Vietnamese folk song called Bắc Kim Thang has sparked excitement among horror film enthusiasts.

US chicken dirt-cheap in Vietnam

Vietnam has increased imports of chicken from the US which have the surprisingly low price of VND18,000 per kilogram.

Are floods in Da Lat, Phu Quoc caused by hot tourism development?

Da Lat and Phu Quoc, tourism paradises of Vietnam, have experienced historic floods, even though Da Lat is located on a plateau and Phu Quoc is an island.

Hasty planning plunges tourism spots under water

It may be unusual for hilly areas and islands surrounded by ocean to grapple with flooding, but historic floods last week in Phu Quoc Island and Da Lat, sent local people and tourists into a nightmare scenario.

 

Cultural, art activities to celebrate Hanoi’s Liberation Day

Numerous activities are set to take place across Hanoi to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the Liberation Day of the capital city (October 10).

Chief of Staff of US Air Force welcomed in Hanoi

Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lt. Gen. Phan Van Giang hosted a reception in Hanoi on August 19 for Chief of Staff of the US Air Force Gen. David Goldfein.

Ministry of Home Affairs presents insignia to UNFPA Representative

The Ministry of Home Affairs on August 19 presented a “For the cause of the State organisation sector” insignia to Astrid Bant, the UNFPA’s Representative in Vietnam, in recognition of her contributions during her tenure in Vietnam.

Seventh National Environmental Film Festival opens

The seventh National Environmental Film Festival will open for entries from August 20 to September 31, 2019, organisers said at a press conference in Hanoi on August 19.

Vietravel becomes sole distributor for Druk Air tickets in Vietnam

The Vietravel tour operator signed a cooperation and development contract with Bhutan's national airline Druk Air in Ho Chi Minh City on August 19.

Training facilities must work closer with enterprises

While many Vietnamese enterprises are in need of high quality human resources in logistics, graduates of vocational schools are not meeting the requirements of employers in terms of quality.

Resolution lets labourers denounce insurance payment evasion

If any individual or organisation discovers evasion of payments for social insurance, health insurance or unemployment insurance, they can submit denunciations to authorised agencies and propose criminal proceedings.

 

Vietnam’s private universities steadily improving

Unlike in the past, many private universities have higher cut-off scores for admission this year than many public ones.

Land erosion in the Mekong Delta must be carefully considered

Nguyen Huu Thien, an independent researcher on the ecosystem in the Mekong Delta talks to Nông thôn Ngày nay (Countryside Today) newspaper on the serious problem of land erosion in the region.

Low technologies hinder Vietnam from joining global supply chain

Great opportunities are available, but the capability of Vietnamese enterprises to join global supply chains remains low.

Golf course - resort model the way forward

Developers are moving towards a golf course - resort model as Vietnam eyes becoming a major golf tourism destination.

Japan - South Korea tensions may hit Vietnam: report

Vietnam's production and export activities as well as trade balance may suffer if Japan and South Korea can't settle their differences soon, according to VDSC report.

Ancient Ruong house needs urgent protection

Various measures have been undertaken to preserve and protect ancient Ruong garden houses in central Thua Thien Hue province.

 

Beauty of Vietnam as seen through the lens of a French photographer

French photographer Réhahn Croquevielle has impressed the Vietnamese people with a range of stunning photos that depict Vietnam’s natural landscapes and wonderful people.

Stick puppetry of the Tay

The Tay often stage stick puppetry at their New Year’s celebration and also at the Going to the Field Festival, a custom that has existed for more than 200 years.

 

Giving kids somewhere to play

Efforts are underway to address the pitiful shortage of kids' playgrounds in Vietnam's major cities.

Designer Cong Tri to make New York Fashion Week return

Vietnamese designer Cong Tri is due to introduce his latest fashion collection during New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2020 in the United States, which is slated for September 9.

 

Local banks need to build on 1H results

Local banks posted notable results in the first half but a good second half is not a given.

The underground power of supermarkets

Transporting goods to supermarkets is an arduous journey for manufacturing enterprises, especially small and medium ones.