Sentences upheld for 13 rioters in Binh Thuan

The People’s Court of the central province of Binh Thuan upheld the first instance trial sentences of between two and three years imposed on 13 defendants charged with disturbance of public order at the provincial People’s Committee headquarters

Nearly 30,200 law violation cases uncovered in three months

The Ministry of Public Security revealed on March 25 that it had handled a total of 30,196 law violation cases from November 16, 2018 to February 15, 2019.

Embassy assists Vietnamese victims in Thai bus accident

Vietnamese Ambassador to Thailand Nguyen Hai Bang on March 25 met and expressed his condolences to representatives from families of the victims in the deadly bus accident on March 23 in Kanchanaburi province

Chairman of Quang Ninh thermal power company arrested

The police investigation agency of the northern province of Quang Ninh on March 25 arrested Le Duy Hanh, chairman of the board of directors of Quang Ninh Thermal Power Joint Stock Company, serving their investigations into his alleged abuse of power.

Vietnam, US join hands to heal war wounds

A symposium called “Settlement of war consequences: Path to reconciliation and future cooperation between Vietnam and the US” will be held in Washington on March 26.

Vietnam, US should work harder to overcome war consequences: US official

Although Vietnam and the US have seen encouraging outcomes of cooperation in dealing with war aftermath, there are much for them to do in the field, said Timothy Lieser, senior advisor at the US Senate Appropriations Committee.

Vietnamese naval ship attends LIMA 2019 in Malaysia

Naval ship HQ 012-Ly Thai To of Brigade 162 of the Naval Region 4 on March 25 arrived in Langkawi port of Malaysia to attend the 2019 Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2019) on March 26-30.

Vietnam, UK to reinforce ties in military medicine

Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army Lt. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong received head of Medical Operational Capability at the UK’s Ministry of Defence Surgeon Commodore Stuart Millar in Hanoi on March 25.

Tonnes of litter covers Da Nang beach

 Tonnes of rubbish have covered My Khe Beach in the central city of Danang after heavy rains.

HCM City proposes coastal tourist site expansion

 HCM City authorities have submitted the Ministry of Planning and Investment a plan on widening Can Gio coastal tourist site.

Man detained for trading tiger cubs

 Police in the central province of Nghe An announced on Monday that they had arrested a local man for illegally trading two tiger cubs.

Authorities support Vietjet’s plan to build airport passenger terminal

 With an estimated capital sum touching VND1.855 trillion ($80.7 million) for Dien Bien Airport’s new passenger terminal-related infrastructure, Vietjet proposes carrying out the project under the BOT format for 55 years.

Moves made to reduce glut in steel

 The Vietnamese steel industry, among others, will no longer be governed by planning but by other related laws, kick-starting the necessity to tighten licensing of new steel ventures in order to avoid slipping into past mistakes. 

The glory days of Sapa return

Inspired by memories of classical French architecture, and infused with the vibrant, striking colors of Vietnam’s northern hill tribes, a stunning new five-star accommodation has restored Sapa - a once-forgotten ‘summer retreat’

Will Chinese investors bid on North-South highway project?

VietNamNet Bridge - Experts think that Chinese contractors may win the bid to implement the massive North-South Highway project.


Discovering hidden Thien Ha cave in Trang An landscape complex

Located in Trang An landscape complex in Ninh Binh province, Thien Ha cave regularly attracts large numbers of visitors who come to witness the pristine and historic scenery on display in the cave.

In photos: rush hour hits Hanoi

Hanoi regularly suffers from gridlock during peak hours as millions of vehicles take to the streets.

Regulations relaxed for vocational investments

 The launch of the fresh Decree No.15/2019/ND-CP outlining the implementation of the Law on Vocational Education is expected to ease procedural difficulties for foreign investors to open vocational training schools in the country.

Bánh ướt lòng gà - a must-try in Da Lat City

 VietNamNet Bridge – The early morning chill in Da Lat City makes staying in bed longer very tempting. But I always try to leave my warm blanket, go out and breathe in the cool atmosphere.

Vietnam, US join hands to heal war wounds

 A symposium called “Settlement of war consequences: Path to reconciliation and future cooperation between Vietnam and the US” will be held in Washington on March 26.

Cinderella – a ballet for all seasons

 Cinderella may be the most popular ballet produced by the HCMC Ballet. Perhaps The Nutcracker rivals it, but that work is closely associated with Christmas. Cinderella, by contract, is a ballet for all seasons.

VFF face fine as flares blight victory

 The Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) are poised to receive a fine from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) after fans set off flares during the recent under-23 international between Vietnam and Indonesia.

Vietnam calls for more int’l support in war consequence settlement

Vietnam wants the international community to join efforts in dealing with war consequences, helping the country develop sustainably and participate in UN peacekeeping operations more actively. 

 

Chinese smartphone players quickly gain ground in Vietnam

 Chinese smartphone players have quickly gained market share in Vietnam by offering innovative products at competitive prices.

Gulf eager to develop $8 billion LNG complex in Ninh Thuan

 Gulf Energy Development proposed to invest $7.8 billion in the Ca Na LNG project in Ninh Thuan province for the second time, showing its determination to develop the project.