Three scenarios for high-speed railway development in Vietnam

The consortium of consultants TEDI – TRICC – TEDIS, which conducted the pre-feasibility study on the high–speed railway project running through Vietnam, has presented three scenarios.

Korean firms to expand investment in electricity in Vietnam

The Republic of Korea (RoK)’s Consulate General recently revealed the country’s businesses plan to invest more in Vietnam, especially in the manufacturing of electronic equipment and developing smart grid networks.

 

Agriculture Minister requests drawing out drought map for central region

Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Nguyen Xuan Cuong asked the Directorate of Water Resources (DWR) to draw out a drought map for the central region during a working session with ministry-level units in Hanoi on July 22.

 

BIDV sells 15 percent stake to RoK’s KEB Hana Bank

The Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) will float more than 603 million new shares, or 15 percent of its stake to the Republic of Korea’s KEB Hana Bank.

Ha Long to host ASEAN+3 singing contest

Twenty-two professional pop singers from ten member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will compete at the ASEAN+3 singing contest slated for July 26-29 in Ha Long, Quang Ninh.

Vietstar Airlines licensed to fly in Vietnam

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has granted an Aircraft Operator Certificate (AOC) to Vietstar Airlines, allowing the carrier to begin commercial flights in the country.

 

Tourism industry faces environmental challenges

The tourism industry is considered a spearhead sector, making contributions to the national economy. But, tourism growth is posing challenges to the environment, especially at popular tourist sites.

Coastal economic zones struggle to attract investment

Coastal economic zones (EZs) were established with an aim to help attract more investment, but they have not brought the desired effects.

Rice, maize hit by serious drought

Residents in the central province of Quang Nam have expressed concern after a large area of rice was destroyed due to drought.

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Farm produce businesses broaden horizons in export markets

Vietnam to soon grapple with aging population

Elderly Vietnamese to account for a quarter of the population by 2049, according to General Office for Population and Family Planning.

Khanh Hoa damages environment in push for tourism development

Khanh Hoa province, where the famous sea city of Nha Trang is located, is paying a heavy price to develop tourism.

Demand for organic food soars in HCM City

Many shops specialising in organic pork, fresh fruits and vegetables have opened in central HCM City and neighboring areas as demand for organic products has increased in recent years.

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How sweet is your tooth? In Vietnam desserts are a big, big deal. Tune in to episode 4 of Nom, nom, Vietnam to check out the tasty treats served up in Hanoi and beyond.

Serious violations of Law on Land Planning

Luu Binh Nhuong, a National Assembly deputy, talks to Tiền Phong (Vanguard) newspaper on some of the serious problems in land planning in Vietnamese cities.

How should Vietnam regulate cryptocurrencies?

Experts believe that cryptocurrency is a growing international trend which Vietnam cannot resist.

Upside Down House in Vung Tau excites visitors

Featuring a quirky decoration, a café named ‘The Upside Down House’ in Vung Tau city, Ba Ria Vung Tau province has been luring people who love taking funny pictures.

Life on a smartphone

A lot of life's little and big jobs can now be taken care of quickly with a few taps on a smartphone.

Violations detected at hydropower plants in Lai Chau Province

Violations in the construction of a number of hydropower plants in the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau have been blamed on poor management by local authorities.

EU believes in positive impact of trade deal with Vietnam

Members of the European Union (EU) have expressed their belief in the positive impact that the bloc’s free trade agreement with Vietnam (EVFTA) will have on bilateral trade relations.

 

Hundreds of sites used for storing construction materials illegally

There are 153 areas being illegally used to store construction materials along rivers, according to a report by the Ha Noi Dyke Management and Flood and Storm Prevention Department.

Anh Vien falls short in individual medley at FINA World Championship

Nguyen Thi Anh Vien suffered failure in the qualifying round for the 200m individual medley at the ongoing 18th FINA World Championship in South Korea yesterday as she finished tenth with a time of 2 minutes 17:79 seconds.

 

Tran Son wins bronze medal at Digital Photo Archive International Circuit

Vietnamese photographer Tran Son of Long Khanh city in Dong Nai province has been awarded a bronze medal in the woman section of the Digital Photo Archive International Circuit 2019.

 

Vietjet gets green light for Hanoi-New Delhi route

Budget carrier Vietjet has received approval from the Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) to conduct flights between the capital city of Hanoi and India’s New Delhi.

 

Lam Dong police discover pine forest destruction

Police in the southern province of Lam Dong have caught a group of people who cut pine trees in Lam Ha District.