Vietnamese expert says it's too early for first human head transparent

Spinal cord fusion operation remains an impossible mission, especially fusion to restore functions, according to Nguyen Tien Quyet, former director of the Vietnam-Germany Hospital, a leading expert in organ transplantation. 

Foreign firms snatch up local logistics industry

Vietnam’s logistics industry is expected to be wholly controlled by foreign firms over the next few years.

A leisure time at Nai Market

 VietNamNet Bridge – Nai Market, a hidden charm of the south-central coast province of Ninh Thuan, is located in Ninh Hai District, 10km away from Phan Rang City.

Hanoi Cinematheque to screen Salome

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi Cinematheque will screen Richard Strauss’ classic opera Salome on Sunday. The opera will be screened in the original German, with English subtitles.

Top shared photos, videos about Obama's visit to Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge – US Obama's trip to Vietnam was a historic event. Many professional and amateur photographers posted impressive photos about the event on Facebook and Instagram.

John Kerry and the journey of Fulbright University Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge – In mid-1990, the young Senator John Kerry and his two young daughters visited Vietnam. The idea of cooperation in education to promote relations between the US and Vietnam ocurred to him from that trip.

VN-Japan relations witness breakthrough progress

 VietNamNet Bridge – PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc will pay a working visit to Japan and attend the G7 summit in Mie, Japan at the invitation of Japanese PM Shinzo Abe.

Casinos gamble on liberalising decree

Seven years after its first proposal, Vietnam’s government decree on the casino business has yet to be approved despite undergoing many revisions.

Local band aims for sweet success by fan funding

 VietNamNet Bridge – The four-member indie pop band Ngot (Sweet) has succeeded in raising funds to produce their first album by asking for donations from their fans through their fanpage.

Media urged to focus more on reporting human rights

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Ministry of Information and Communications has appealed to the media to focus more on reporting about human right issues in Viet Nam.

U.S. asked to recognize more Vietnam fish processors

The National Agro-Forestry-Fisheries Quality Assurance Department has proposed the Food Safety and Inspection Service recognize eight more Vietnamese tra fish processing factories as they meet the requirements for export

Foreign visitors reach over 4 million so far

 Foreign arrivals to Vietnam have reached over 4 million so far this year, up 20 percent year on year, with an increase being seen in most tourist markets.

PM attends Vietnam-Japan economic policy dialogue

 Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended the Vietnam-Japan high-level economic policy dialogue on May 26, right after his arrival in Nagoya city, Japan’s Aichi prefecture.

Working groups established to supervise corruption handling

Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong has signed a decision to establish seven working groups in charge of inspecting the investigation and judgment of serious and complicated corruption and economic cases of public concern.

Vietnamese PM arrives in Nagoya for Japan visit

 Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc arrived in Nagoya city of Japan’s Aichi prefecture on the afternoon of May 26 (Vietnam time) for an official visit to Japan and to attend the expanded G7 Summit Japan 2016.

Museum of Ethnology will host children’s games from SE Asia

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Viet Nam Museum of Ethnology in Ha Noi will present various games originating in Southeast Asian countries to children this weekend.

Seoul exhibits Vietnamese photos

 VietNamNet Bridge – Beautiful images of Viet Nam’s world heritages are being introduced to the South Korean people at an exhibition at Yoondang Arts Hall in Seoul.

President Obama’s three days in Vietnam through pictures

 VietNamNet Bridge – During his three-day visit to Vietnam (May 23-25), US President Barack Obama met with Vietnamese leaders, had dialogues with Vietnamese youth, enjoyed Vietnamese cuisine and had exchanges with people.

President Barack Obama calls for conservation of Ha Long, Son Doong

 VietNamNet Bridge - The natural wonders of Vietnam like Ha Long Bay and Son Doong Cave must be preserved for future generations, President Obama said in Hanoi.

US pledges $18 million to Vietnam for Metal Shark patrol boats

 VietNamNet Bridge - The White House said the United States will provide 18 MetalShark 45-foot patrol boats, as well as training and maritime law enforcement equipment, to the country’s Coast Guard.

Investors keep pouring money into resort properties

VietNamNet Bridge - The resort real estate market has heated up, with many projects up for sale and trillions of dong invested.

Miss France 2014 in Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge - Miss France 2014 and the third runner-up of Miss Universe 2015 Flora Coquerel is paying a visit to Vietnam, where she will attend events in HCM City.

Vietnamese literature, music mentioned in Obama's speech

US President Barack Obama quoted poems and lyrics by Vietnamese great poet Nguyen Du, late composers Van Cao, Trinh Cong Son, Tran Lap, and pop star Son Tung M-TP in his remarks delivered in Vietnam.

Unlicensed software use slightly down in Vietnam: BSA survey

Computer users in Vietnam use unlicensed software at an alarming rate, despite being well aware of the associated cyber-security dangers, said a survey released yesterday by the Software Alliance (BSA).

President Obama’s visit to Vietnam yields fruits: Deputy FM

 Deputy Foreign Minister Ha Kim Ngoc highlighted significant outcomes of US President Barack Obama’s recent trip to Vietnam in an interview in Hanoi on May 25.