Hanoi permitted to collect fees in congested areas

 The Government has approved Hanoi’s proposal to charge private vehicles that enter congested areas across the city as part of its efforts to reduce traffic jams and environmental pollution.

Social News 4/11

Hà Nội tunnel to help traffic bypass key intersection, Commune farmers escape poverty by cultivating acacia trees, Policy obstacles hinder the development of agricultural land, Sơn La officials cause VNĐ1.2b loss to State

Japan helps Vietnam control HIV/AIDS

 The National Hospital of Tropical Diseases and the JICA signed a record of discussions for a cooperation project to set up a bench-to-bedside system for sustainable anti-virus (ARV) and HIV prevention in Vietnam.

Over 100 best heritage photos on display in Hanoi

 The best 107 entries in the Vietnam Heritage Photo Awards competition are on display in Hanoi from November 2-11, as part of celebrations of Vietnam Cultural Heritage Day (November 23), the seventh of its kind. 

High waves damage sea embankments in central province

 Coastal embankments in Phan Rang-Thap Cham city in Ninh Thuan have been damaged by high waves caused by the northeast monsoon, threatening the lives and property of more than 300 households with 1,400 people along the dyke.

Efforts made to observe rights of foreign workers’ social insurance

 Bilateral agreements for a new generation of social insurance policy have been negotiated to support foreign workers engaging in Vietnam’s social insurance scheme, said Deputy General Director of the Vietnam Social Security (VSS) Dao Viet Anh.

Another mild quake recorded in Quang Nam province

 An earthquake, measuring 2.9 on the Richter scale, struck Bac Tra My district in the central province of Quang Nam on November 2, but no damage or casualties were reported.

AFF Suzuki Cup Trophy Tour comes to Hanoi

 The AFF Suzuki Cup Trophy Tour arrived in Hanoi on November 2 with just a week to go before the region’s premier football tournament kicks off.

New association to promote skating in Vietnam

 The Vietnam Skating Federation (VSF) is established at a meeting in Hanoi on November 3. 

Vietnamese banks take advantage of digital era

 Vietnam has seen a digital wave in the finance-banking industry, with many banks investing significantly into the segment, experts said at a recent conference.

Atomic energy potential remains untapped

 Using atomic energy for peaceful purposes has been seen in various sectors in Vietnam but its potential for development remains huge.

Government News In Brief 4/11

Prime Minister urges innovation, Deputy PM Vuong Dinh Hue receives French business delegation, Hanoi leader asks for more ODA loans from France, HCM City, Malaysia boost trade cooperation

Nature's majesty in Nha Trang

 A trip with Sanest Tourist immerses you in nature and the charming waters in and around Nha Trang.

Japanese Film Festival 2018 kicks off in HCM City

 The annual Japanese Film Festival kicked off at Cinestars Hai Ba Trung, downtown Ho Chi Minh City on November 2, with 11 Japanese films released over the last three years to be screened to November 17.

Vietnam's Phuong Khanh crowned Miss Earth 2018

Nguyen Phuong Khanh from Vietnam was crowned Miss Earth 2018 at the finale on November 3 in Manila, the Philippines.  

PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc leaves for China’s first international import expo

 Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc left Hanoi for Shanghai on November 4 morning to attend the first International Import Expo of China (CIIE 2018) on November 4-5. 

Who will benefit if Vietnam is upgraded to secondary emerging market?

VietNamNet Bridge - The Vietnamese stock market will have opportunities to attract billions of dollars worth of capital if it is upgraded to an emerging market. 

Nai market in Ninh Thuan proves a hit with foreign tourists

Nai market in the south central province of NinhThuan has attracted a large number of local and foreign visitors thanks to its location next to the stunning Nai lagoon.

Turtle conservation revives Cham Island

 VietNamNet Bridge – A project aimed at saving rare sea turtles on Cham Island has achieved the added bonus of teaching residents the importance of caring for the environment and in turn boosted tourism. 

Central VN waterfalls make a splash

As the central region of Vietnam boasts some of the best white-sand beaches with warming sunshine and clear water, the area’s eco tourism is often overlooked, especially the natural waterfalls, which never fail to impress travelers.

Fears of language disorders dampen parents’ enthusiasm for English

The clip is only three minutes long, but it has Vietnamese parents up in arms: it depicts young Vietnamese children who started studying English at a very early age, even before they fluently spoke their mother tongue,

Hand-made toys for mountainous children in Nghe An

 Nursery schools in a poor district in the central province of Nghe An have boosted the implementation of a movement to make hand-made toys for the children.

Time-tested hủ tiếu recipe brings fame to Sa Dec

The city of Sa Dec in Dong Thap Province is not only well known for its bewitching ornamental plants and bonsais, but also for its specialty dish hủ tiếu: noodles with pig’s bones, fresh shrimps and many other accompanying flourishes.

BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 4/11

Bright prospects for automobile industry in Industry 4.0 era, Expanding trade surplus aids growth, Administrative reform to attract more investment, Auchan products to be sold on Lazada

Vietnam’s economy growing well despite Samsung’s production changes

Any changes to be made by Samsung are expected to have an impact on Vietnam because of its high contribution to the country’s export and GDP growth.