Life on Spratlys depicted in picture book

A book of stories and photos on the Truong Sa (Spratly) Islands has been released in Hanoi to spread love and energy from the archipelago to the people.

Mekong Delta summer – autumn rice output to go up slightly

The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta, the country’s rice granary, will see summer – autumn rice output increase by 150,000 tonnes this year, the Plant Cultivation Department has estimated.

How will the US-China currency deal affect Vietnam’s exports?

Businesses are optimistic about the prospects of the two largest export markets, the US and China, after the Chinese yuan for the first time fell from the ‘red line’ since 2008 to 6,9225 yuan per dollar.

Vietnamese enterprises failing to grasp CPTPP opportunities

Vietnamese enterprises are not doing enough to learn about the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) which make them fail to grasp opportunities arising from the trade deal.

 

Working hour reduction to create more difficulties: expert

The reduction of working hours from 48 hours per week to 44 hours will create difficulties for textile and garments enterprises, according to one leading expert.

 

73 traffic accidents reported in Vietnam during holiday

A total of 57 people were killed on the roads during the National Day holidays, according to traffic officials.

As VN reels from Podul, more storms could be on the way

Storm Podul, the fourth hitting the East Sea this year, had left three people dead and four others injured in the central region as of Sunday.

VND stable despite trade war escalation

Most currencies have depreciated against the US dollar but the Vietnam dong value has remained stable.

Vietnam's GDP revised upwards by massive 25.4% for 2011-2017 period

Vietnam’s total gross domestic product (GDP) may increase by 25.4 per cent per year for 2011-17 period after calculation is revised.

Exhibition celebrates late Bui Xuan Phai's 99th birthday

Painting lovers have a chance to see a collection of sketches by late Bui Xuan Phai to celebrate what would have been his 99th birthday in Hanoi.

Vietnam win silver medal at Chungju World Martial Arts event

Vietnamese duo Hua Van Huy and Chau Tuyet Van won silver at the 2019 Chungju World Martial Arts Masterships in South Korea yesterday.

PM shows supports for players before World Cup qualifier in Thailand

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has called the national football team to show them his support ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification match in Thailand on September 5.

 

Free Vietnamese course held for children in Czech Republic

The Vietnamese Centre at the SAPA Trade Centre in Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is holding a free Vietnamese language course for Vietnamese children in the country.

 

EU enhances inspections on Vietnam’s agricultural products from Sept 1

The European Union (EU) began strict phytosanitary inspections on agricultural imports, including those originating from Vietnam, from September 1, according to the Plant Protection Department.

 

Vietnam among top 10 cheapest countries for taxi fares

Vietnam is one of the 10 countries with the cheapest taxi fares, just 2.8 USD for a 5km cab ride, according to a recent report from Taxi2airport, the global cab-hailing system.

Artificial Intelligence serves social development

The fourth industrial revolution, with Artificial Intelligence (or AI) as its core element, has shaken up the world in recent years. Vietnam is no exception. In Vietnam, AI has been gradually integrated into all spheres.

Artist and 2,000 portraits of President Ho Chi Minh

Artist Xuan Phuc did not have the chance to meet President Ho Chi Minh. However, he has drawn more than 2,000 portraits of President Ho Chi Minh.

Parents worry about life skill lessons at school

Many teachers are not trained to teach life skills, but still give the lessons at school.

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HCM City seeks public-private partnership in infrastructure developmen

 

Vietnam has high hopes for new cancer therapy

More time is needed to measure the effectiveness of a cancer treatment with immunotherapy, Vietnamese scientists say.

Young people in Vietnam not interested in agricultural studies

The agriculture, forestry and fishery sector lacks high-qualified human resources but few young people want to work in the sector despite the abundant job opportunities.

 

Vietnamese defender Van Hau to join top league Dutch club

Hanoi FC and Vietnamese national team star, Doan Van Hau is set to join Dutch top division club SC Heerenveen under a one-year loan agreement.

 

100 couples join group wedding in HCM City

A group wedding was held on the National Day, September 2, for 100 young couples with financial difficulties in Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietnam boosts fight against illegal timber products

Accountability will be key for all importers and all wood products. 

VN land market an urgent requirement

The country was urged to complete the land market to meet requirements and ensure development, experts said.