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Cultural activities to commemorate Hung Kings
Thousands gathered in the northern province of Viet Tri on April 12 for a grand procession to commemorate Hung Kings, the legendary founders of the nation.
Students to contribute ideas for volunteer campaign
The Vietnam Students’ Association on Wednesday launched the competition “Ideas for a student volunteer campaign”, which aims to create a competitive atmosphere for youth and support their creativity and intelligence.
Climate-smart food production key for agricultural sector
As Vietnam’s agricultural sector is facing serious impacts of climate change, it is necessary to adapt and improve food production.
Ministry tells coal enterprises to report on charcoal theft
The Vietnam General Department of Geology and Minerals has asked key coal enterprises to supervise the management and use of charcoal and other kinds of minerals discharged from mining areas.
Vietnam, Japan to boost sport co-operation
The Viet Nam Badminton Federation has signed a agreement with city of Kudamatsu in Japan and ACT Saikyo Badminton Centre in that city to train its players for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
New tax policy restricts import of Chinese vehicles
Higher import tariffs proposed by the government are expected to restrict imports of trucks and specialized vehicles from China.
PM requests investigation into rampant construction in Hanoi
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc has just asked the Ministry of Construction to deal with complaints about construction violations in the Trung Hoa-Nhan Chinh Urban Area.
Hanoi teacher accused of sexually abusing boy students
A male teacher at a secondary school in Hanoi has been suspended for being accused of sexually abusing seven boy students.
FastGo to launch helicopter ride-sharing service
Vietnamese ride-hailing firm FastGo has announced to launch its helicopter ride-sharing service in Hanoi, said the firm general director Nguyen Huu Tuat.
Pineapples dumped following halt to Chinese exports
Farmers in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai have thrown away tonnes of pineapples since China halted purchases.
Car crashes into funeral in Binh Dinh, killing four
A car hit into a funeral in the southern central province of Binh Dinh’s Quy Nhon City, killing four and injuring six others.
Hue ponder location for South Korea friendship statue
The central city of Hue is trying to find a way to properly display a statue presented by a South Korean city.
Mekong Delta subsidence worsens as underground water exploitation continues
The major reason behind the subsidence in Mekong Delta is the overexploitation of underground water.
Japan to help treat polluted To Lich River
Tadashi Yamamura, UN environmental expert and President of the Japan Environment and Trade Promotion Organisation, said they would start a pilot programme to clean a part of Hanoi's To Lich River.
Hanoi fails to take advantage of traffic CCTV
Hanoi transport authorities have not been able to take full advantage of the cameras installed on local streets.
NA Standing Committee discusses national defence force law
The enforcement of the law on reserve and conscripted forces is necessary, National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee members agreed at the meeting yesterday.
Vietnam to clarity information about Chinese oil rig’s deployment
Vietnamese authorities are attempting to confirm information reported by international media about China’s deployment of the Dongfang 13-2 oil production and processing platform in the Gulf of Tonkin area located in the East Sea (South China Sea).
Making building materials: best solution to power plants’ ash & slag
The total amount of ash and flag produced by coal-fired thermopower plants is likely to reach 422 million tons by 2030.
Hanoi: Eight killed, go missing in workshop blaze
Eight people were killed or went missing in a blaze in Nam Tu Liem district, Hanoi, in the early hours on April 12, according to initial reports.
HCM City reviews people’s satisfaction of administrative reform
The pilot survey of satisfaction of local people and organizations for the administrative reform work in Ho Chi Minh City in 2018 was reviewed at a conference held by the municipal chapter of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) on April 11.
HCM City to host Vietnamese folk culture festival
A Vietnamese folk culture festival will be held on April 13-15 in Ho Chi Minh City to serve local people and visitors during the Hung Kings holiday.
Vietnam highlights women’s role in peacekeeping at UNSC debate
Vietnam and other United Nations member nations discussed women’s active role in peacekeeping during an open debate of the UN Security Council (UNSC) in New York on April 11.
44th OANA Executive Board Meeting to be held on April 18-20 in Hanoi
The Vietnam News Agency will host the 44th Meeting of the Organisation of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) Executive Board in Hanoi from April 18-20, under the theme of “For a professional and innovative journalism”.
VN Book Festival 2019 to highlight book role and knowledge connection
The Book Festival 2019 will take place at the Hanoi Library on April 19 under the theme “Books – Connecting Knowledge and Development”, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
HCM City leader meets Dutch infrastructure minister
Dutch Minister of Infrastructure and Water Management Cora Van Nieuwenhuizen has said that the Netherlands is ready to boost all-round ties with Ho Chi Minh City, especially in smart urban development, high-tech zones, and technology.
