Life in fishing village on stage in Phan Thiet

 A theatre called Lang Chai (Fishing Village) was opened recently in Phan Thiet, creating a space where tourists can witness see unique art performances.

VN footballers lose 0-5 to SKorea at AFC U19

 Viet Nam suffered their second loss at the AFC U19 Women’s Football Championship yesterday in Nanjing, China.

Phu Quoc Island drowning in rubbish

Phu Quoc Island in the southern province of Kien Giang – among the most popular tourist destinations in Viet Nam – is being threatened by environmental pollution caused by rubbish dumps, 

Thu loses at junior badminton tourney

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vu Thi Anh Thu was defeated 13-21, 9-21 by Aurum Oktavia of Indonesia in the women’s singles category at the Badminton World Federation Junior Championships yesterday. 

Pa Khoang Lake - an interesting destination in Dien Bien

Pa Khoang Lake spans 2,400 hectares within the Pa Khoang tourism site in Muong Phang commune in the northwestern province of Dien Bien.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 20/10

 Building material market remains stable, JICA wants to accelerate disbursement, Japanese businesses pour capital into Vietnam’s electronics industry, Shrimp exports to EU rebound, HCM City to help SMEs, start-ups

Sowing-machine inventor still waiting for patents

As the inventor of many agricultural machines used widely in Vietnam, Pham Van Hat still cannot obtain patents.

VAMC takes serious measures to collect debt

VietNamNet Bridge - The Vietnam Asset Management Company (VAMC) has begun using its right to seize mortgaged assets given to it by Resolution 42 on settling bad debts. 

Social News 20/10

 Court hears appeal on VN Pharma’s cancer drug trial, Cham people in Ninh Thuan celebrate Kate festival, HCMC NA deputies proposes to solve difficulties for first metro line, HCMC finds out street flooding reason during mega pump operation

Green infrastructure: Solution to many urban problems

VietNamNet Bridge - In Vietnam, some cities and provinces are thinking of developing green infrastructure, including Can Tho.

The psychological effects of studying overseas

VietNamNet Bridge - Even though many Vietnamese are psychologically prepared before studying abroad, many students still have problems during their stay and after their return to Vietnam.

Stand-Up Comedy with JoJo Smith in Hanoi, HCM City

VietNamNet Bridge – Well-known British comic JoJo Smith will perform at Game On Saigon, 115 Ho Tung Mau, Ho Chi Minh City on October 25 and at Standing Bar, 170 Tran Vu, Hanoi on October 26.

Special concerts with Violinist Bui Cong Duy in Hanoi this October

VietNamNet Bridge - The world-famous Vietnamese violinist Bui Cong Duy will perform four concertos for violin at two concerts on the night of October 25 and 26 at the Hanoi Opera House.

Vietnam rice exporters should focus on Asian markets

 Vietnam should put a special focus on traditional rice importers in Asia to ensure the country’s rice trade stability in the long run, said Huynh Minh Hue, secretary general of the Vietnam Food Association.

Teacher collects and discards risky needles

 VietNamNet Bridge – The rain was coming down harder and harder, but Gao kept moving around Bao Loc Lake in the central Highlands province of Lam Dong, picking up needles left by drug users. 

Hanoi honours 10 outstanding young people

 The Hanoi municipal chapter of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (HCMCYU) honoured 10 outstanding young people for their contributions during 2012-2017 at its 15th Congress held in the capital city from October 18-20. 

Abnormal weather a key reason behind suspension of competitive power market

 The Ministry of Industry and Trade has explained it suspended the competitive electricity generation market from October 1 due to abnormal weather that has made power supply unpredictable, coupled with unforeseen electricity supply and demand.

Japanese Katazome paintings displayed in Da Nang

 An exhibition of Japanese Katazome paintings by artist Toba Mika will be held at Museum of Cham Sculpture in Da Nang on October 20.

Volvo Hong Kong to Vietnam Race 2017 in Nha Trang

 Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam gave Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province permission to organize an international yacht race.

Vietnam targets final berth at AFF Futsal Championship

 Vietnam has set a goal of making the final of the AFF Futsal Championship – HDBank Cup 2017, scheduled to take place at Phu Tho Gymnasium in Ho Chi Minh City, from October 26 to November 3.

Largest IT outsourcing conference opens in Ho Chi Minh City

 The second Vietnam IT Outsourcing Conference 2017, the largest of its kind in Vietnam, opened at Quang Trung Software City in HCM City on October 19.

Using technology to “declare war” on Uber and Grab

As Uber and Grab are gradually coming to dominate the domestic taxi market, a series of Vietnamese technological groups and traditional taxi companies have invested in their own ride hailing applications to compete.

Harry Potter exhibition blends wizardry with history

 A new exhibition celebrating the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter book’s publication is offering ‘muggles’ with an interest in magic the chance to view rare memorabilia, 

Eye industry 4.0 to attract FDI: Experts

 It’s time Viet Nam shift its attention to quality and sustainable development and eye industry 4.0 technologies to attract foreign direct investment (FDI), experts said at an online dialogue on FDI promotion strategies organised on Tuesday in Ha Noi.

Government advised to widen definition of public debt

 The Government should consider international practices to re-define its public debt in the revised Law on Public Debt Management that is scheduled for submission to the National Assembly late this month.