Vietnam to switch off lights in response to 2019 Earth Hour

 Vietnam will turn off lights from 20:30 - 21:30 on March 30 to respond to Earth Hour this year.

Vietnam's lower trade surplus expected for 2019

 The domestic economy is expected to see a climb in import turnover, but a slowdown in export turnover in 2019, as global demand is forecast to see a go-slow caused by a wide range of reasons.

Vietnam rejects information on Chinese Taiwan's refusal of Vietnamese workers

 The Department of Overseas Labour affirmed that the labour cooperation between Vietnam and other countries and territories, including Taiwan (China), Japan and the Republic of Korea, is currently normal.

Tran Anh maintains losses after merging with MWG

 Tran Anh Digital World JSC's net revenue in the first eight months of the fiscal year fell 55 per cent to VND2.273 trillion ($98.8 million).

Japan and South Korea assist Danang in public transportation planning

Experts from the Japan Transportation Planning Association (JTPA) have been co-operating with local authorities to conduct research on Danang city's transport network.   

Lang Son festival honours ancient mandarins

 A palanquin procession took place on Sunday at the Kỳ Cùng Temple Festival, the biggest annual spiritual event in Lạng Sơn City in the northern province of Lạng Sơn.

Hai Phuong to be screened on Netflix

 Netflix will buy the copyright for Hai Phuong (Furie) starring Ngo Thanh Van (Veronica Ngo) after its successful premiere in the US.

Vietnam futsal team lose to Spanish club in friendly

 Vietnam’s futsal team lost 5-4 to Spanish Club UMA Antequera in their second friendly match during a training trip in Spain on Sunday.

Momo challenge triggers online hysteria

 In recent weeks, the so-called ‘Momo challenge’ has triggered hysteria among Vietnamese netizens.

Brand a differentiator in banking

Branding is becoming increasingly critical in Vietnam's banking industry.

Quang Nam launches free ginseng garden tour

 The central province of Quang Nam has introduced a free tour to the local Ngoc Linh-Tak Ngo ginseng garden.

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Scenes around the ancient town of Hoi An at night

The ancient town of Hoi An remains an impressive site for visitors due the area’s tranquil atmosphere, picturesque landscapes, and unique-cultural characteristics.

Foreign property buyers flock to high-end market

 Attractive profits are finally bringing overseas buyers and investors back to the luxury apartment ­segment after a period of ­relative inactivity. 

Hungarian journalist recalls Vietnam-China border war

VietNamNet Bridge – Peter Dunai was among very few foreign correspondents who travelled to the northern border area of Vietnam to cover the 1979 Vietnam-China border war.

 

 

Firms in HCMC industrial zones decry multiple obstacles

 Delays in issuing land use rights certificates, poor infrastructure and a shortage of labor are among numerous difficulties being faced by manufacturing firms in processing and industrial zones in HCMC.

Race hots up over solar panel manufacturers

 Amid the growing global demand, Vietnam is becoming an attractive destination for manufacturers of solar photovoltaics.

Vietnam second at athletics champs

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam ranked second at the 14th SEA Youth Athletics Championships 2019 which closed in the Philippines on Sunday.

Saigon Heat defeat Zhuhai Wolf Warriors in ABL

 VietNamNet Bridge – Saigon Heat enjoyed an impressive win over Zhuhai Wolf Warriors 102-70 in the Asian Basketball League (ABL) on Sunday night at the CIS Gymnasium.

Vingroup to award 1,100 scholarships for overseas studies

 VietNamNet Bridge – Leading real estate and retail conglomerate Vingroup has announced a Science and Technology Scholarship Programme for Overseas Study for Master’s and Doctoral Degrees for talented Vietnamese students.

Hungarian journalist recalls Vietnam-China border war

 VietNamNet Bridge – Peter Dunai was among very few foreign correspondents who travelled to the northern border area of Vietnam to cover the 1979 Vietnam-China border war. 

Foreign diplomats pay visit to Hung Kings Temple

 Foreign diplomats in Vietnam on Sunday visited the Hung Kings Temple complex in the northern province of Phu Tho.

Japanese tourist dies in Ha Long Bay

 A Japanese visitor died after falling from a boat in Tuan Chau Wharf.

Vietnam strengthens African swine fever measures

 PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc has held an urgent meeting on the prevention of the African swine fever epidemic on March 4.

Spring Flowers on Dong Van Plateau

The Dong Van Karst Plateau in Ha Giang attracts tourists with its majestic mountain beauty, traditional cultural values of the ethnic minority community and beautiful flower seasons.