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PM approves 27-hole golf course project in Cam Ranh
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a project to build The Lotus Cam Ranh Golf Course proposed by KN Cam Ranh Company Ltd in Khanh Hoa Province, roughly 450km northeast of HCM City.
Transport ministry: Uber needs to complete business registration
The Transport Ministry has affirmed that Vietnam has not banned Uber but the company must work with ministries and agencies to complete business registration.
Vinachem seeks delay in plant equitisation
The Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) has proposed to the Prime Minister to delay the equitisation of the losing Ninh Binh Nitrogenous Fertiliser Plant until it generates profits again in order to ensure effective restructuring.
Three designs of Long Thanh int’l airport submitted for decision
The Ministry of Transport has submitted three architectural plans for the passenger terminal of Long Thanh International Airport to the Government for approval.
Ambassador notes intensified relations between Vietnam, G20 members
Vietnam’s relations with member economies of the G20 are being expanded and intensified, Vietnamese Ambassador to Germany Doan Xuan Hung told the press.
Hanoi’s Presidential Palace among world’s best palaces
The Presidential Palace in Hanoi was named among the 13 most beautiful palaces in the world by US magazine Architecture Digest.
National Tourism Year 2017: Northwestern colours
National Tourism Year 2017: Northwestern colours
Vietnam willing to join int’l efforts in protecting sea environment
Vietnam is willing join hands with the international community in efforts to protect the marine environment while exploiting economic resources in a reasonable and effective manner.
USAID supports Vietnam to forge community links in HIV prevention
The Prime Minister has approved a non-refundable aid package from the US Agency for International Development (USAID) to strengthen community links in HIV prevention.
Vietnam moves to eliminate rabies
The Prime Minister has approved a national programme to control rabies in pet dogs and humans by 2021 with the aim of stamping out the disease.
Relief printing on show at Hanoi exhibition
Established artist Pham Khac Quang is showing his latest paintings which were created using a relief printing technique at an exhibition launched recently in Hanoi’s Goethe Institute.
Breaths of fresh air in Vietnamese music
VietNamNet Bridge – When she was only 11, Huyen Trang left her family in Hai Duong City to go to Ha Noi and begin her studies at the Vietnam National Academy of Music.
Vietnam’s building code in a "messy" situation
The Vietnamese government faces a messy situation when it comes to issuing and monitoring the current regulations on construction.
Quang Ninh suspends tourist boat fleet after fire
The People’s Committee of northern Quang Ninh province on February 14 decided to halt all activities of the boat fleet, along with sightseeing and accommodation services, of Bhaya Legend Co. Ltd following a fire on one of its tourist ships.
Bac Giang: Ancient tree receives national heritage status
The millennium-year-old "lim" tree in Bac Giang province.
All citizens to have medical records books
The Ministry of Health and Vietnam Social Insurance (VSI) will issue medical records books for all Vietnamese citizens this year following a pilot scheme in certain areas in the northern provinces of Phu Tho and Bac Ninh.
Vietnam attends annual IFAD Governing Council meeting
Deputy Minister of Finance Tran Xuan Ha attended the 40th session of the Governing Council of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), which opened in Rome, Italy, on February 14.
Prime Minister receives Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam
The upcoming State visit to Vietnam by the Emperor and Empress of Japan will be a memorable milestone in the close friendship and cooperation between the two countries, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has said.
President, Front to jointly promote people-to-people diplomacy
President Tran Dai Quang and the Presidium of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee (VFFCC) will strengthen coordination to enhance people-to-people diplomacy.
Vietnam’s role in UN and IPU praised
Chef de Cabinet to the United Nations Secretary General Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti has spoke highly of the role of Vietnam in the UN the Inter-Parliamentary Union while meeting NA Vice Chairwoman Tong Thi Phong in New York, the US, on February 14.
Economists: Vietnam should be cautious about loans from AIIB
Although the offered low-cost loans from AIIB (Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank) are very attractive, economists say Vietnam needs to think carefully before borrowing money.
Cross-kidney transplant opens up opportunities for organ sourcing
VietNamNet Bridge - The success of the first cross kidney transplant case has brought more hope to patients as the sources of organs for transplant will be expanded.
Vietnam vows to cut down the time for customs clearance
VietNamNet Bridge – Ngo Minh Hai, deputy director of the Inspectorate and Supervision Department under the General Department of Viet Nam Customs,
How did Vietnam Airlines find its strategic investors?
VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam Airlines (VNA) initially selected 19 investors as possible strategic investors, with 17 turning away, two showing interest, and one staying.
Educators compile list of complaints about parents' irrational attitudes
Educators who are owners of education establishments in Hanoi and HCMC have complained about irrational behavior and attitudes of parents. The following are some of their concerns:
