VN business climate improves

The business environment in Viet Nam has improved significantly this year and, as a result, the belief in the future of doing business and the desire to participate in the market is strengthened. 

Czech journalist debuts book on Vietnam

 Pavel Herman, a Czech journalist, has published a book titled “Vietnam- past, present and future” which presents his views on the land, history, culture and people of Vietnam. 

Lost folk painting genre finds way back to light

 A project inspiring kids in exploring folk paintings called Kim Hoang has been held recently in Hanoi. It is a famous genre of folk paintings in the Red River delta dating back to the 18th century.

Hanoi: Trinh Cong Son walking street to offer free wifi services

 The Trinh Cong Son pedestrians’ space in Hanoi’s Tay Ho district will offer free wireless internet (wifi) services in the coming time like other tourist destinations of the city, said the district’s official.

Vietnam, US continue cooperating in SR, disaster response

 Armed forces of Vietnam and the United States need to continue effectively cooperating in disaster response, search and rescue, and humanitarian assistance to reinforce the bilateral defence ties.

President Quang adresses cyber-security law

President Tran Dai Quang cleared up citizens’ concerns over the controversial draft Law on Special Administrative-Economic Units and the cybersecurity law in yesterday’s meeting with voters in HCM City’s Districts 1, 3 and 4.

Social News 20/6

New programming competition opens, Hanoi tackes illegal building at 8B Le Truc Street, Residents volunteer land for development projects, Kid’s party offers summer fun for kids

Healthcare fees to go down in July

 Fees for about 88 healthcare services will be adjusted on July 15 as per a newly-issued circular, the Ministry of Health said.

Noise is part of life of Hanoians

The tumultuous noise from vehicles’ horns, the ear-splitting sounds from loudspeakers at TV shops, and music from clarinets and drums during funeral processions all are  unpleasant sounds Hanoians have to listen to every day. 

Trang Tien ice cream, a Hanoian specialty

Arriving in Hanoi in the hot summer, a lot of Hanoians will recommend you go straight to Trang Tien Street to get an ice cream. The popular ice cream has become a specialty the city after more than 60 years of sales.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 20/6

5M capital mobilization up 6.2%, HCMC property market showing signs of declining supply, Vietnam-EAEU FTA produces positive outcomes, Made-in-Vietnam tyres present in 128 markets

Fintech changing the domestic finance system

Fintechs have developing rapidly in Vietnam, attracting capital from both domestic and foreign investors, and receiving special attention from commercial banks and state management agencies.

Will Vietnam become a leading blockchain center?

VietNamNet Bridge - While some experts strongly believe that Vietnam will become a leading blockchain center in the world, others say it would be better not to indulge in illusions.

Tertiary education tuition to be determined by universities

MOET says that tertiary education quality is low partially because of the low tuition. 

VN-Index loses more than 25 points on June 19

Shares declined as the downward trend on the previous day continued, forcing the benchmark VN-Index on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange (HoSE) to lose 25.18 points to close at 962.16 points on June 19. 

Sunrise at a fishing port

 Being one of the four biggest fishing ports in the central province of Ha Tinh, Cua Nhuong Fishing Port is always busy with trading boats early in the morning.

Masters’ artworks up for auction

 VietNamNet Bridge – An auction featuring works by the masters of Vietnamese fine arts will be held at the Chon Auction House on June 24.

Dong Thap to resettle households living in erosion-prone areas

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Dong Thap needs VND657 billion (US$28.8 million) for a resettlement housing project to relocate thousands of households in erosion-prone areas.

Dong Thap battles to prevent erosion along Tien River

 VietNamNet Bridge – Erosion along the Tien River in Dong Thap Province has resulted in more than VND172 million (US$7,600) worth of damage since the start of 2018.

HCM City triump at national junior vovinam champs

 HCM City triumphed at the National Junior Vovinam (Vietnamese traditional martial arts) Championship which wrapped up in the southern province of Phú Yên on Sunday.

Vietnam rank sixth in Asian volleyball championship

 Viet Nam ranked sixth in the Asian Women’s U19 volleyball championship, LienVietPostBank 2018 Cup.

Thang Long Warriors sack German-Serbian coach

The new Viet Nam Basketball Association (VBA) League only got underway over the weekend, but the drama has kicked into mid-season form.

French artist sees beauty in nature

 French artist Karine Guillermin’s impressions of nature are now on display in a solo exhibition at HCM City’s Vin Gallery in District 2.

New guidelines for students taking high school exam

Candidates for the national high school exam this year should keep in mind new guidelines to better prepare for the exam, scheduled from June 24 to 27.

Mammoth underground parking lot to be constructed

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi will have a gigantic underground parking lot in the near future.