PM urges better healthcare and admin services

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has urged the health sector to continue improving the quality of human resources and focusing on improving medical ethics, while enhancing the quality of the country’s population.

NASC opens session with debate on national defence law

 VietNamNet Bridge – The National Assembly Standing Committee (NASC) opened its 13th session in Ha Noi yesterday with a debate on the revised law on national defence.

Maker Innovation Space debuts in Da Nang

The University of Da Nang in collaboration with Fablab Da Nang, USAID and Arizona State University officially launched a Maker Innovation Space in the central city yesterday.

Cause of Cha Va River fish deaths determined

The Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province’s People’s Committee on Thursday released the report on mass fish deaths in Long Son, stating the main cause to be water pollution and bacterial presence. 

SEA Games 29: Vietnamese Futsal dreams of changing medal colour

 Overcoming psychological barrier when encountering the Thai team in the opening match would allow the Vietnamese national women’s futsal team to dream of a gold medal at the 29th Southeast Asia Games.

Social News 11/8

National Day: 300 additional buses in Hanoi, Japan helps operate reservoirs, manage floods, 61 entries submitted to Nha Trang Sea Festival logo contest, Tour operators requested to adjust holidays to China’s earthquake-hit area


Microchips re-implanted in 200 captive bears in Hanoi

The Hanoi Forest Protection Department and World Animal Protection finished re-implanting microchips in 200 captive bears earlier this week in the capital city.

VN in second round at Asian volleyball champs

 Vietnam secured their second win at the Asian Senior Women’s Volleyball Championship, beating New Zealand 25-11, 25-12, 25-8 in the preliminary round.

HCM City wants visa requirements for foreign tourists relaxed

 The HCMC government has proposed the central Government ease visa requirements to lure more international visitors to the city.

VSSA proposes cane and sugar development fund

 The Vietnam Sugarcane and Sugar Association (VSSA) has proposed establishing a sugarcane and sugar development fund to help boost productivity and ensure sustainable development in the industry.

Foreign firms foray into F&B market

 Foreign companies are foraying into the domestic food and beverage market, which is evident in the overwhelming presence of international exhibitors at the ongoing VietFood & Beverage – ProPack 2017 exhibition.

SEA Games 29: National hockey team set to win gold

 The national men’s hockey team set a goal to win a gold medal at the 29th Southeast Asian Games in Malaysia to heighten the sport’s position in Vietnam.

Health-related issues to be highlighted at APEC SOM3

The Ministry of Health will chair seven meetings on health-related issues during the third APEC Senior Officials’ Meeting and related meetings scheduled for August 18-30 in Ho Chi Minh City,.

Four cosy homestays for those passing through Vung Tau

An Yen, White Villa, Gac Nho and Garden City, to name a few, are some of the beautiful and cosy homestays for visitors who want to relax during the weekend in Vung Tau City.

Forecast on Vietnam's infrastructure investment demand

 Forecast on Vietnam's infrastructure investment demand

Thua Thien-Hue pursues casino project

 The Thua Thien-Hue Provincial People’s Committee has proposed the prime minister to permit the development of a casino in Laguna Lang Co integrated complex.

First H&M to open on September 9 in Vietnam

Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M) announced opening its first store on September 9, 2017 at Vincom Centre Shopping Mall in Ho Chi Minh City.

Glucosamine supplements don’t help knee or hip arthritis pain

 Oral glucosamine, a natural supplement often marketed for joint pain, has no more effect than a dummy pill, 

Old Hanoi photography exhibition held on pedestrian streets

 An outdoor exhibition featuring 50 photos of old Hanoi will be held on pedestrian streets near Hoan Kiem Lake from August 11 to 13.

20th Vietnam Film Festival to kick off in Danang

 The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has announced that the 20th Vietnam Film Festival will take place from November 24-28 in the central city of Danang.

CNG buses wait for mechanism in HCM City

HCM City has set a target of renewing 1,680 buses this year giving priority to compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles. 

HCMC prepares land for science, technology park project

 The People’s Committee of HCMC has assigned District 9 to set up a land withdrawal plan which will be submit to the Prime Minister for approval to develop a science and technology park project.

Manufacturers must compete with supermarkets’ private brands

VietNamNet Bridge - The products which bear retailers’ own private brand account for a small proportion in the Vietnamese market. 

Vietnam remain no. 3 in FIFA’s Southeast Asia rankings

 Vietnam remain in third place in the Southeast Asian region, behind the Philippines and Thailand, as FIFA announced the men’s world rankings for August, on Thursday.

Hanoi promotes ties with capitals of Belarus, Latvia, Croatia

A high-ranking delegation from Hanoi led by Vice Secretary of its Party Committee Dao Duc Toan has paid a working tour starting July 31 to Belarus, Latvia and Croatia.