Three student teams at HCM City University of Technology, HCM City University of Technology and Education, and Đà Nẵng University of Technology won prizes in this year’s Engineering Projects in Community Service (EPICS) contest.

 With the cultivation practices in mountainous areas, Mong ethnic people have developed their unique forging craft.

A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on January 21 – 27.

 Property developer FLC Group has proposed to Hanoi authorities to invest in a large scale sport-tourism-entertainment complex, which includes a 100,000-seat stadium, in the capital’s suburbs.

 The 18th ASEAN 3 Tourism Ministers Meeting took place in Ha Long city, the northeastern province of Quang Ninh on January 18 as part of the activities of the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2019 (ATF 2019).

 The ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat 2019 opened in Thailandon January 18 with a focus on various issues related to intra-bloc cooperation, the process of building the ASEAN Community towards sustainable growth.

FIFA’ website has run an article lauding the achievements of the Vietnamese men’s national football team, and head coach Park Hang-seo in particular for his recent contributions to the country. 

 The Vietnam National Space Centre (VNSC) has received several objects from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) for exhibition at the country’s space museum.

 Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue has stated that no group interests have been found in the equitisation and divestment of State-owned enterprises (SOEs) following inspections. 

 Vietnam has won 15 ASEAN tourism awards at a ceremony held as part of the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF), which wrapped up in Ha Long city, the northern port city of Quang Ninh, on January 18. 

 VietNamNet Bridge – It’s often said Con Market in the central city of Da Nang is a foodie heaven.

VietNamNet Bridge - Raising charter capital is the biggest challenge in 2019 not only for small joint stock banks but also for big state-owned banks.

 Chairman of the Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung has expressed concerns that Hanoi could face power shortages in 2020 if construction lags on several power plant projects.

 The Ministry of Public Security has imported 81 fire engines worth VND500 billion (USD21.73 million) from South Korea.

 Nearly a third of students in HCM City suffer from stress, while 53% lack motivation.

 The country’s privatization of SOEs now still fails to meet targets despite the government’s efforts.

 VietNamNet Bridge – A photo exhibition in Hanoi is bringing a glimpse of winter in Russia with its impressive landscapes, festivities and winter games.

 All make Sky Arts Hotel look like a virtual unique world in Vietnam. Therefore, this homestay has attracted many domestic and international visitors to experience.

 In the 4th quarter of 2018, the e-commerce market witnessed big changes as Tiki passed Lazada to occupy the second position on the local market and Vietnamese e-commerce firms were among the Top 10 Southeast Asia’s highest-traffic e-commerce sites.

 Vietnam has to accept and integrate new things much faster than others. Staying behind or moving at the same pace, there would be no chance for Vietnam to catch up with others, a minister has said.

 VietNamNet Bridge – A replica of a forest where Ngoc Linh ginseng grows will be set up at an exhibition showcasing the heritage of the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Police in the central province of Ha Tinh have busted a ring of people found to be trading wild animals for meat, saving a total of 215 pangolins from cages.

 The State Bank of Viet Nam (SBV) on Thursday issued a decision approving the purchase, sale and transfer of all contributed capital of Prudential Holborn Life Limited at Prudential Vietnam Finance Company Limited to Shinhan Card Co Ltd.

 Ministries, sectors and localities was asked to control the consumer price index (CPI) in the range of 3.3 to 3.9 per cent this year.

 Viet Nam’s two brands with geographical indication certification, Phu Quoc Fish Sauce and Buon Ma Thuot Coffee, are protected in the Canadian market under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership.