Sand shortage delays expressway works in Mekong Delta

 VietNamNet Bridge – Many transport projects as part of the second express highway in the Cuu Long Delta may not be completed by 2020 because of surging prices and a scarcity of construction sand.

Vietnamese banks see improved profitability

 The profitability of Vietnamese banks has improved significantly, driven by growth in core income and robust macroeconomic conditions.

Some 130 railway bridges need upgrading

 VietNamNet Bridge – Up to 131 weak bridges on the North-South railway will be repaired or replaced by 2021.

Fisheries sector targets $10 billion export value

 The fisheries sector is aiming at 10 billion USD in the export of aquatic products in 2019, a year-on-year rise of 11 percent, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers.

HCM City walking-only street becomes completely off-limits to vehicles on weekend nights

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vehicles will be prohibited on HCM City’s Nguyen Hue Street, where the middle portion is for pedestrians only, on Saturday and Sunday evenings from March 1, 

Stock markets forecast to remain positive

 Vietnamese stock markets are expected to remain positive in the short-term, with the VN-Index moving towards the 990-1,000 point range next week.

High risk of drought in central region in next three months

 A high risk of drought and water scarcity has been warned for the south central and Central Highlands regions of Vietnam from March to May this year.

Vietnam bags six golds at world weightlifting event

 Vietnam won six gold medals at the 2019 International Weightlifting Federation World Cup in Fuzhou, China over the weekend.

DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit to help enhance Vietnam’s position

The upcoming DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit Vietnam will be an unprecedented event held in Vietnam, demonstrating the country’s willingness to contribute to dialogue towards maintaining peace, security and stability on the Korean Peninsula.

Litter covers beach near Hoi An Town

 The seawall at An Luong Beach near Hoi An Town in the central province of Quang Nam has been covered by piles of rubbish.

Artist made 100 paintings for Trump-Kim summit

 Tran Lam Binh, a Vietnamese painter has produced more than 100 works featuring US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a message of peace for the world.

Ministry of Health promotes exercises

 The Ministry of Health has warned local people about possible diseases if they do not exercise enough.

Additional 1,000 cherry blossom trees planted in Hanoi park

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Ha Noi People’s Committee and Japan’s AEON Group planted 1,000 new cherry blossom trees in Hoa Binh Park on Saturday, raising the total number to 1,700. 

Students’ traffic app makes a breakthrough

 A team of students have developed an app that provides early traffic warnings and GPS guidance for drivers.

Quang Binh villagers resorted to contaminated water due to water shortage

 Thousands of households in Quang Binh Province are complaining about having to use contaminated water.

Can Tho to open seven additional air routes

 Can Tho city will open seven additional domestic and international air routes this year, said Director of the Can Tho Department of Transport Le Tien Dung.

Top leaders of Vietnam and Laos hold talks in Vientiane

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President Nguyen Phu Trong held talks with his Lao counterpart Bounnhang Vorachith in Vientiane on February 24 following an official welcome ceremony ...

Digital content firms give up online games after modest revenue

VietNamNet Bridge - Unable to earn money from online games, digital content firms have shifted to new services such as online education, TV and AI-based products.


Vietnamese futsal team to arrive in Spain for training trip

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnamese futsal players will be flying to Malaga, Spain for a training course with the aim of earning a ticket to enter FIFA futsal World Cup 2020’s finals.

T-shirts, burgers and beer: Hanoi cashes in on Trump-Kim summit

 Hanoi's small business owners are making a killing selling merchandise linked to the visit by US President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong Un.

Domestic labour market to hit 56 million in 2019

 Vietnam’s labour market is predicted to reach 56 million in 2019, the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has announced.

Quick Ao Dai tailoring service in Hoi An

 Same-day tailoring services for custom suits, especially Ao Dai (traditional dress ) in Hoi An are making tours to the ancient town in the central province of Quang Nam more attractive.

Oscars are so not white this year

 Diversity is on display at the Oscars. From the presenters to the winners, this year's ceremony just feels more inclusive. Some of the presenters spoke in Spanish.

Hanoi all set for DPRK-USA summit

 DPRK-USA summit will be held in Hanoi on Feb. 27-28. The event takes place as Hanoi marks two decades since it was recognised as ‘City for Peace’ by UNESCO.

Events in Hanoi & HCMC on February 25-March 3

 Events in Hanoi & HCMC on February 25-March 3