Facebook says internet drone lands successfully on second test

 Facebook Inc said on Thursday it had completed a second test of an unmanned aircraft designed to some day beam internet access to remote parts of the planet, and unlike in the first test, 

Vietnam, Russia need to fully tap comprehensive strategic partnership

 President Tran Dai Quang’s official visit to Russia is a crucial event and can facilitate the implementation of agreements reached by the two nations, a Russian expert has said.

UN puts trust in Vietnamese peace-keeping forces

 UN peacekeeping forces trust the enthusiasm and responsibility of Vietnamese peacekeeping forces, especially through the deeds of the Ho Chi Minh City-based Military Hospital 175.

Vietnamese opera performed at int’l music festival in Czech Republic

 An opera in Vietnamese composed by Czech-Vietnamese playwright Hoang Thi Kieu Anh was performed at the ongoing Festival Forfest 2017 in the Czech Republic.

Discovering Luong Stream in Da Nang

 Once visiting Da Nang, nature enthusiasts should not miss a chance to discover Luong Stream - an attractive tourist destination known for its peaceful atmosphere and wonderful natural landscapes. 

Where to enjoy entertainment at weekends in HCMC

Those wondering where to go this weekend are highly recommended to take a look at the following recreational sites in HCM City.

Tough talk over pay raise in 2018

 While employers are rallying for a freeze on a wage rise next year, employees are pushing for a 13.3% pay increase.

HCM City canal cleaned, but work not over

The portion of Ba Bo Canal that runs through the southern province of Binh Duong has dramatically changed after its clean-up, but not in HCM City, and authorities need to keep a close eye on

US cruise vessel makes maiden trip to Viet Nam

Majestic Princess, the newest ship in the US-based Princess Cruises fleet, arrived at Phu My Port in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province on its maiden Viet Nam port call with more than 3,500 passengers and 1,340 crew members.

Vietnam send athletes to vie for Asia titles

 VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam will send six athletes to India to take part in the 22nd Asian Athletics Championship 2017 in Odisha City from July 6-9.

Viettel products honoured at 2017 IT World Awards

 Six products of military-run telecom group Viettel were honoured at the 2017 IT World Awards held in San Francisco, the US, on June 27.

Vietnam named among world’s top 20 fastest growing travel destinations

 Vietnam ranks seventh in the list of the world’s top 20 fastest growing travel destinations, which was recently announced by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).

JLL: Vietnam remains key focus for hotel investors and operators

 Hoteliers are attracted by Vietnam’s rapidly growing tourism sector, robust economic development, and infrastructure investments, according to real estate consultants JLL.

Alibaba to launch product similar to Amazon Echo: source

 Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba Group Holding Ltd would launch a product mimicking Amazon.com Inc's "Echo" next week, according to a source familiar with the matter.

Private conglomerates must be pillar of economy: economist

It is necessary to create a market where privately run conglomerates will play the pivotal role. This must be associated with a system of policies which encourage the development of the private economic sector. 

New Chairman for Airports Corporation of Vietnam

Mr. Lai Xuan Thanh has been elected Chairman of the Board of Airports Corporation of Vietnam for the 2016-2020 term, replacing the retiring Mr. Nguyen Nguyen Hung, under a decision approved at ACV’s 2017 annual general meeting on June 28.

Tonnes of mud dumped in sea from power project

 Nearly 920,000 cubic metres of mud and soil will be dredged and then dumped in the sea to construct the Vinh Tan 1 Coal Power Plant, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Vietnamese woman stabbed to death by Korean father-in-law

 Vietnamese authorities are completing procedures to repatriate the cremated ashes of a woman who was killed by her father-in-law in South Korea in early June.

Korean-VN art contest names winners

Artist Pham Thuan won the first prize at the painting contest held by Korean Cultural Centre and Vietnamese culture ministry’s department of exhibition, photography and fine arts.

Vietnam, Russia issue joint statement

Vietnam and Russia issued a joint statement on the occasion of President Tran Dai Quang’s official visit to Russia from June 28-July 1.

Hang Pagoda attracts visitors to Ly Son Island

The Hang (Cave) Pagoda is a “must see” destination for visitors to Ly Son, one of the most beautiful islands in the central province of Quang Ngai.

Sacombank board of directors: 6 candidates listed

 Sai Gon Thuong Tin Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Sacombank) on Wednesday announced the official list of candidates for board of directors’ tenure 2017-2021, approved by the State Bank of Vietnam.

VN to import petrol for next five years

Viet Nam is expected to continue importing petroleum products for the next five years as production of major oil refineries is unable to meet the increasing local demand.

Taxi-Uber clash rasies questions

 The mounting clash between traditional taxi firms and ride-hailing platforms Uber and Grab has raised the question of how to ensure fair competition in the passenger transportation market.

Resumption of suspended projects could erase bad debt in property sector

 The bad debt in the real estate sector could be resolved if steps are taken to resume suspended projects, according to the HCM City Real Estate Association (HoREA).