Vietnam promotes legislative cooperation with Argentina

 A high-ranking delegation of the Vietnam National Assembly visited Argentina from July 17-20 to seek ways to bolster the partnership between the two countries and legislatures, as well as exchange experiences in legislative operations.

Bamboo Airways to launch first flight in October

 Bamboo Airways – of the Viet Bamboo Airlines Co., owned by property developer FLC Group – plans to see its first flight take off on October 10.

Vietnam expects robust job market growth

 Hiring expansion remains robust this year in Vietnam, though not as high as 2017, speakers said at a press conference held in HCM City on July 20.

Experts explore Chinese Yuan devaluation effect on Vietnam

 A recent report from the Vietnam Institute for Economic and Policy Research under the Hanoi National University noted that the US and China are two trade partners of special importance of Vietnam.

VN star enters semi-finals of Singapore Badminton Open

 Top Vietnamese badminton player Nguyen Tien Minh advanced to the semi-finals of the men’s singles at the Singapore Badminton Open 2018 on July 20.

Dong Nai prosecutes 20 persons for disturbing public order

 The People’s Procuracy of Bien Hoa city, the southern province of Dong Nai, has prosecuted 20 persons for disturbing public order when demonstrating against the draft law on special administrative-economic units last month.

Vietnam Airlines reschedules flights to/from Shanghai due to storm

 The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines has announced its plan to adjust the schedule of flights to and from Pudong International Airport in Shanghai, China on July 22 due to storm Ampil, which hit China’s eastern coast. 

Downpours, flooding wreak havoc in northern Vietnam

 Heavy downpours and floods triggered by typhoon Son Tinh has left 13 dead, 11 missing and 14 others injured in northern and north central provinces by 6am on July 21.

Yen Bai: At least 10 found dead in floods

 Floods following torrential rains have wreaked havoc in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai, resulting in heavy casualties and property damage.

Dong Thap to preserve, expand traditional craft villages

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Dong Thap plans to expand the scale of six famous craft villages to serve tourism needs and preserve traditional crafts.

Retailers change ambitious expansion plans amidst stiff competition

Despite high potentials of Vietnam`s retail sector, some large retailers have to scale down their initially ambitious plan on expanding convenience store chains in the market due to fierce competition and limited retail premises.

Real estate market warms up, contractors thrive

VietNamNet Bridge - The construction industry is experiencing good days thanks to the warming up of the real estate market. 

Israeli expat offers self-defence classes in HN

 VietNamNet Bridge – Every Friday morning, a group of women gather under the shade of trees in Quang Ba Park in Hanoi’s Tay Ho District to practise a style of martial arts that might be new to some : Krav Maga.

Ten must-visit destinations in Son La

Son La province boasts many captivating views of natural scenery and mountainous landscapes. Here are 10 amazing destinations you should not miss when visiting the area.

Okia Cinema: A club for cinema enthusiasts in Hanoi

 Located in a small and quiet alley in Hoang Hoa Tham street in Hanoi, Okia Cinema is held dearly by cinema enthusiasts as “Hanoi’s smallest cinema” as it can accommodate only 40 viewers.

Organic farmers unable to make a clean break

The morning glory plants stood unharvested. Considering how popular a green vegetable this is across the length and breadth of Vietnam, it was strange that farmer Nguyen Manh Hong could not be bothered to cut and sell them.

Students offer farmers a helping hand

Thousands of students across the country have been taking part in volunteer campaigns aimed at promoting the important role of youth in contributing to the country’s cultural, social and economic development. 

Veteran brings hope and artificial limbs to people living with disabilities

 VietNamNet Bridge – There is a house and workshop in Hanoi’s Hai Ba Trung District where disabled people from across the country can come for a better life.

Vietnam - a fresh, attractive hub for South Korean auto parts manufacturers

 Vietnam’s policy on tightening control over imported automobiles can encourage South Korean investors to set their car parts production bases in Vietnam, according to the Nhip Cau Dau Tu magazine.

Vietnamese startups need state’s capital

VietNamNet Bridge - Forty venture funds operate in Vietnam, but most of them are foreign invested.

Disabled teacher gives gift of knowledge

 VietNamNet Bridge – There is a special class in Chao Pong Village, Ia Phang Commune in the Central Highlands province of Gia Lai, which all disadvantaged students from the local area can attend for free at any time of day.

Quang Binh retired border solider saves langurs

Nguyen Thanh Tu, 56, a retired border soldier, has spent eight years searching for and protecting Hatinh langurs living in mountainous areas in Dong Hoa Commune in the coastal central province of Quang Binh.

Young mom's tours help children practise English

A young single mother has become a language ambassador in the central province of Quang Tri to help children learn how to speak English in an effort to forget about an unhappy home life

Instrument doctor has int’l sax appeal

Among the many jobs to which millions of people aspire – doctor, lawyer, entrepreneur – music instrument repairer is not likely on the list. And in Vietnam, where jazz music is a niche passion, Nguyen Khang, a saxophone repairer,

Vietnam’s tea culture is steeped in history

Modern life can be very tiring. Let’s have a seat, enjoy some good tea and chat with Nguyen Viet Hung, the Tea Master of Vietnam, who won the Tea Master Cup competition in 2016, about his passion for organic tea