Foreign news agencies ramp up personnel for DPRK-USA Summit

 Nearly 3,000 reporters from more than 200 news and press agencies in almost 40 countries and territories around the world have arrived in Vietnam to cover the second DPRK-USA Summit slated for February 26-27 in Hanoi.

Kim and Trump statues erected at Hanoi resort

 A resort in Hanoi is attracting many visitors thanks to the two statues of North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un and US President Donald Trump.

Chinese businesses control dragonfruit collection units in Vietnam

The white-flesh and red-flesh dragon fruit areas in Binh Thuan and Long An provinces are being controlled by Chinese businesses who have come to Vietnam to set up collection storehouses.

Hang out with fishermen on pristine island in Kien Giang Province

 VietNamNet Bridge – Travellers in visit Kien Giang Province’s pristine Hon Mau have an opportunity to hang out with fishermen, and enjoy fresh seafood and beautiful beaches.

Higher foreign ownership imperative, say banks

 VietNamNet Bridge – Last August Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc issued Decision No.986/QĐ-TTg on the Development Strategy of the Banking Sector.

Mekong Delta named as one of best destinations to visit in 2019

 VietNamNet Bridge – The British magazine Conde Nast Traveller has listed Vietnam’s Mekong Delta among the best destinations to visit in 2019.

Vietnam’s aviation market heats up in 2019

 Competition in the Vietnamese fast-growing air transport market is expected to intensify further this year as more entrants are joining the market.

Programme seeks to slow down vehicles to make school zones safer

Asia Injury Prevention Foundation and the Gia Lai Province Traffic Safety Committee launched a new public awareness campaign and made school zone road modifications in Pleiku City as part of a programme to reduce vehicle speeds ...

T'way Air opens Incheon-Cam Ranh route

 T’way Air, a low-cost airline from South Korea, recently coordinated with Cam Ranh International Airport in south-central Khanh Hoa province to launch Incheon-Cam Ranh flights.

Phan Thiet Airport to be built in Binh Thuan Province

 The VND10trn (USD431m) construction of Phan Thiet Airport project in Binh Thuan Province has been set to start in the next three to four months.

What will the automobile market be like in 2019?

VietNamNet Bridge - With the predicted recovery of car imports, the Vietnamese automobile market in 2019 is expected to heat up. 


Con Dao Island runs out of landfill, ships trash to mainland

 VietNamNet Bridge – The southern coastal province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau has approved Con Dao District’s proposal to ship domestic solid waste from the island to a landfill on the mainland.

Hanoi mayor welcomes DPRK chairman

 Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung welcomed DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un in Hanoi on Feb. 26.

Ha Giang forest management official prosecuted

On Thursday, police in northern Ha Giang Province started criminal proceedings against Nguyen Quang Huy, deputy director of Phong Quang Special Use Forest Management Board under the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development,

Security strengthened at National Convention Centre, JW Marriott Hotel

 On February 25, 2019, security forces continued to be strengthened at the National Convention Center and JW Marriott Hotel to ensure security for the DPRK- USA summit.

Trump - Kim T-shirts much sought after

 T-shirts with photos of DPRK leader Kim Jong-un and US President Donald Trump have been much in demand in Hanoi lately ahead of the DPRK-USA summit.

DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un arrives in Hanoi

DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un has arrived in Hanoi. He is here for an official friendship visit to Vietnam and to attend the DPRK-USA Summit.

Smart school model considered in HCM City

VietNamNet Bridge - The HCMC authorities are considering establishing smart education management centers and applying the smart school model at five general schools in the pilot program.


Hue-Da Nang seaplane sightseeing tours to launch in April

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hai Au Aviation will launch a new daily air route between Da Nang and Hue City – the first of its kind – for aerial sightseeing tours from April 25.

Silver coins issued to celebrate DPRK-USA summit

 As many as 300 silver coins are scheduled to be issued on February 26 to welcome the summit between US President Donald Trump and Democratic People’s Republic of Vietnam (DPRK) leader Kim Jong-un slated for February 27-28 in Hanoi.

Vietnam ready for the DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit

 Hanoi has finished initial preparations for the DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit Vietnam, standing ready for the event which is slated for February 27 and 28.

Foreign reporters ready for DPRK Chairman's arrival in Vietnam

Hundreds of foreign reporters are waiting outside Melia Hotel, Hanoi to report on DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un’s activities at the DPRK-USA Summit.

Vietnamese people welcome DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un

 Hanoians prepare flags and flowers to welcome DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un who is in Vietnam to attend the second DPRK-USA Summit and pay an official friendship visit to the country.

DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un arrives at Dong Dang Station, beginning Vietnam visit

DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un arrived at Dong Dang Station in Lang Son province on February 26 morning, beginning a trip to Vietnam to attend the second DPRK-USA Summit and an official friendship visit to the country.

Thit kho (Vietnamese simmered meat)

 We know that meat contains a number of important nutrients that are needed by our bodies for carrying out vital metabolic functions and provide us with energy and keep us healthy. Therefore, meat is one of the most popular foods in our diets.