Vietnamese banks look to Asian investors for more capital

Some small banks in Vietnam are seeking investors from Asia such as South Korea, China and Japan.

Vu Cat Tuong set for Asia Song Festival performance

Talented Vietnamese singer Vu Cat Tuong will be Vietnam’s representative at the Asia Song Festival 2019, which is scheduled to take place at the Ulsan stadium in the Republic of Korea from October 11-12.

 

“Cinema for the Ears” electro-acoustic night music at Salon Saigon

The “Cinema for the Ears” electro-acoustic night music will be held from 7pm to 8.30pm on September 24 at Salon Saigon in 6D Ngo Thoi Nhiem Street, District 3.

Vietnam's Ngoc Chau and Manh Khang set for Miss/Mr Supranational 2019

Ngoc Chau and Tran Manh Khang have been selected as the Vietnamese representatives at the Miss/Mr Supranational 2019 pageant, which is scheduled to get underway in Poland from November 18 to December 6.

 

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Two men detained for illegal tiger transportation

 

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Dong Nai promotes business climate in Japan

 

Quang Ngai teachers struggle to get mountainous children to go to school

Teachers in a mountainous district of Quang Ngai Province have to walk dangerous roads to local families to encourage children to return to schools.

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Deputy PM works with Committee for Management of State Capital 

Experts argue about night-time economy development

In July 2019, ministries and people’s committees of central cities and provinces received a request to study Chinese policy on night-time economy development.

Terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai turn yellow

Mu Cang Chai district (Yen Bai province) is entering the most beautiful golden rice season of the year in Vietnam, attracting lots of people to come to enjoy the full autumn in the fragrant rice.

Foreign artists show concern about wildlife protection through art

Through colourful murals of elephants, rhinos and pangolins, international and local artists expressed their concerns about wildlife protection.

Vietnam’s U22 squad schedule friendly against the UAE

The Vietnam national under-22 football team have arranged a friendly against the UAE, with the Thong Nhat stadium in Ho Chi Minh City set to host the match on October 13, according to the Vietnam Football Federation.

 

Hanoi concert raises fund for new school

A concert to raise funds for underprivileged children will take place at Hanoi Opera House on September 25.

India’s import quotas harm Vietnamese incense firms

India’s setting of quotas for Viet Nam’s incense stick exports to this country has caused domestic incense stick production and export enterprises to face bankruptcy.

Tickets for Vietnam-Malaysia World Cup qualifier sold out in minutes

Tickets for the match between Vietnam and Malaysia at the FIFA World Cup 2022 Asian second qualifying round have been sold like hotcakes.

 

Japanese Koi dies after two days released into To Lich River

A Japanese Koi has been found dead after two days being released into the To Lich River and expert said that it was poisoned.

 

Worsening air pollution leaves Hanoi residents worried

Concerns are growing among residents across Hanoi regarding the poor quality of air that the city has been experiencing over the past few days.

Vietnam’s U16s stroll to 7-0 win over Mongolia in AFC Championship qualifiers

The Vietnam national under-16 football team recorded a 7-0 thrashing over their Mongolian rivals in the qualification stage for the 2020 AFC U-16 Championship in Hanoi on September 18, with the result meaning the team currently top Group H.

Indonesian sports minister resigns over corruption allegation

Indonesian President Joko Widodo said on September 19 that Minister of Youth and Sports Imam Nahrawi has submitted his resignation after the anti-corruption watchdog KPK named him a suspect in a bribery case.

‘Gypsy Jazz Flamenco Night’ at Cool Cats Jazz Club

Cool Cats Jazz Club, on Saturday, September 21, will dedicate a night to the Spanish unique art form – flamenco.

Vietnamese steel faces tough seas

Escalating trade tensions and rising protectionism have caused a formidable pressure on Vietnamese steel sector, according to insiders.

 

DIY workshop on woodblock printing with clay scheduled in Hanoi this weekend

A workshop on woodblock printing with clay will be held at the Vincom Centre for Contemporary Art (VCCA) on Saturday, September 21.

More tourist complain of cyclo drivers ripping them off

Police are investigating allegations two tourists were ripped off by cyclo drivers.

 

Art exhibition by children with autism opens in Hanoi

An art exhibition by children with autism opened in Hanoi on Wednesday.

Former heads of Vietnam Social Security brought to court

Le Bach Hong, former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs and former General Director of the Vietnam Social Security, at the trial that began on September 18.