Vietnam's top tennis player expected to enter ATP’s top 500 after victory in Thailand

Vietnam’s top tennis player Ly Hoang Nam came from behind to beat number two seed, Jankovits Yannick of France, with a score of 2-1 in the Thailand F3 Futures final on June 24, thereby claiming the men’s singles title in a convincing manner.

Ambassador Konstantin Vnukov optimistic about Vietnam-Russia ties

 Russian Ambassador to Vietnam Konstantin Vnukov said he is optimistic about the future of Vietnam-Russia cooperation as both countries share long-lasting relationship and many issues of common concerns. 

Building traditional houses become new hobby of the rich in Vietnam

 Many Vietnamese people have paid billions of VND to build and buy traditional houses.

Romantic coffee shop in HCM City

MILA Coffee with a romantic space at intersection Le Lai-Ton That Tung in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City is a good choice for young people who desire to seek privacy for themselves.

FDI in Hanoi lifts city to new highs

 With its great economic and geographic potential, Hanoi has increasingly become more critical to the investment strategy of foreign investors, many of whom are planning large-scale operations in the city.

Vietnam still fumbling for policy to control rice exports

VietNamNet Bridge - Vinafood 1 and Vinafood 2 want to be exclusive bidders for government-to-government (G2G) rice export contracts, but analysts warn of the dangers of a monopoly. 

Local banks recovering from a long slump

 Since the beginning of this year the shares of many banks have appreciated significantly, with the increases ranging from 8 per cent to even 80 per cent.

Shortage of local raw rubber material

 Although Viet Nam is the world’s third largest exporter of natural rubber, businesses still have to import rubber raw material to meet the demand for production and processing.

Hanoi’s red carpet for investors

 Enterprise drives the development of Ha Noi and the city has committed to leading the country in improving the investment and business environment and supporting enterprises, said municipal leaders at a conference in Ha Noi on Sunday.

International table tennis tourney to be held in Vinh Long

 The Vinh Long International Table Tennis Tournament is scheduled to begin on July 7-9 at Vinh Long Sports Centre.

Vietnam wins first silver taekwondo medal on global stage

 Vietnamese Truong Thi Kim Tuyen won a silver medal at the 2017 WTF World Taekwondo Championships in the Republic of Korea on June 25, a milestone for Vietnamese taekwondo.

New destinations launched in Quang Nam

 VietNamNet Bridge – The central province of Quang Nam’s Culture, Sports and Tourism department has introduced eight new tourism sites in the province this year.

Ca Mau dried shrimp listed in top 10 specialties of Vietnam

 The Organisation of Vietnam Records (VietKings) has announced dried shrimp made in the Mekong Delta province of Ca Mau among 10 famous Vietnamese specialities in 2017.

President’s tour to Belarus, Russia fuels comprehensive cooperation

The official visit to Belarus and Russia by President Tran Dai Quang aims to implement Vietnam’s external policy of diversification, multilateralisation, reinforcement and enhancement of relations with friends and create new momentum for cooperation.

First Vietnamese language skill test held in Japan

Nearly 400 Japanese candidates at different ages attended the first national level Vietnamese language skill test held in Tokyo, Japan on June 25. 

Hanoi Book Street attempts to draw more book lovers

 One month after opening, Hanoi Book Street has become a popular destination with not only book lovers but also locals and visitors to the capital. The street has turned to a tourist attraction with a modern, youthful and civilised atmosphere.

Splendid view of Da Lat at sunrise

When you come to Da Lat, the city of flowers, you should not miss a chance to contemplate its scenery at sunrise as first sunlight tears thin frog.

Travel to Australia: one journey, many experiences

Known to some as the “Lucky Country” or to most as just “Down Under”, Australia is the world’s largest island, yet its smallest continent. Whether you are interested in city life, nature, sports, culture or history, Australia has plenty to offer.

Female director debuts new TV show on teenagers

Young female director Luk Van’s latest TV show, Khi Ta 16 (When We’re 16), will broadcast on HCM Television this week after more than a year of shooting.

HCM City to thaw suspended building renovations

The HCM City People’s Committee will issue temporary construction permits to allow owners to renovate old houses or build new houses in areas where construction projects have been suspended.

Vietnamese-American singer Thanh Lan to perform in HCM City

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnamese-American singer Thanh Lan will stage a special show in HCM City for fans after 24 years of living away from her native land.

Happiness felt in families in Vietnam

Family Day or Vietnamese Family Day June 28th, is an important cultural event to celebrate the traditional cultural values of the family - the cell of society. Some photos of the daily life of Vietnamese families by the members of the CFA club.

Malaysian wins Tam Dao Mountain Trail

 Ong Soon Seng from Malaysia won the 70km category of the Tam Dao Mountain Trail, which concluded in Tam Dao town in the northern province of Vinh Phuc on June 25.

Cloud computing key to 4th industrial revolution

 Cloud computing is a crucial technological trend and has become an important technology during the fourth industrial revolution, according to Nguyen Thanh Phuc, Director General of the Authority of Information Technology Application.

Party chief meets with Lao front President

 Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong hosted a reception for visiting Chairman of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) Central Committee, Saysomphone Phomvihane in Hanoi on June 25.