Why Quang Nam - Da Nang?

Da Nang has been attracting the attention of both domestic and international tourists. In the list of "Top 10 global destinations" by TripAdvisor, the No.1 Global Destination in 2015 is Da Nang (including Hoi An town of Quang Nam province).

VN seeks SEA Games bonanza

 VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam have been set a goal of winning from 60 to 70 gold medals to rank in the top three at the 28th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games to be held in Singapore from June 5-16.

SOEs sale to single investor planned

 The Finance Ministry is drafting a circular regulating the sale of the entire or more than 50 per cent of on-auction shares of State-owned enterprises (SOEs) to a single investor.

More than 500 flights were delayed during holiday

 More than 500, or 15.4 per cent, of 3,200 flights that were operated during the six-day holiday were delayed, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) said.

VN President’s visit Czech Republic to step up ties

 President Truong Tan Sang will make a four-day State visit to the Czech Republic from May 10-13 at the invitation of Czech President Milos Zeman.

Da Nang to pioneer testing of motorbikes' exhaust fumes

 Da Nang might become the first city in the country to require inspection of motorbike exhaust fumes if the Vietnam Register's recent proposal to the Transport Ministry is approved.

12 localities at high forest fire risk

 The Forest Protection Department on May 4 issued high forest fire risk warnings for 12 localities which have dried out due to lingering heat waves and drought.

Foreign household appliances overwhelm domestic market

  Vietnamese household-appliance companies are concerned that ASEAN-imported products will dominate the local market, especially in traditional markets and supermarkets, in the near future.

Son Doong cave among world’s top 15 unbelievable places

 Boredpanda – the leading art, design and photography community website has cited Vietnam’s Son Doong Cave among top 15 unbelievable places that look like they are from another planet.

Liem ranks 53rd in world rankings

 Vietnam's top chess player Le Quang Liem dropped one place to 53rd in the latest world men's rankings, the International Chess Federation announced.

New technology saves life of AH3 flu patient

 VietNamNet Bridge – The life of a patient with the AH3 influenza infection has been saved with the help of new technology, Deputy Director of Da Nang Hospital Le Duc Nhan said.

Vietnam remains indecisive about cement industry plans

VietNamNet Bridge - The Ministry of Construction (MOC) wants to turn cement production into a key industry, but analysts believe it is a bad idea.

Public transport development policies approved

 VietNamNet Bridge – Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has issued policies on encouraging bus companies to develop public transport bus services, including infrastructure development, investment in buses

Exhibition features Hanoi’s Old Quarter from 11th century

 Photos on the development of Hanoi’s Old Quarter from the 11th century until now are being displayed around Hoan Kiem Lake (Lake of the Restored Sword) in an exhibition with the theme “Ke Cho - Old Quarter”.

Art & Entertainment News 6/5

 Quang Ngai opens photography camp, Venezuelan TV screens film on Vietnam today, Fundraising for “Lang” house restoration launched, European Days to be marked in Vietnam, New book tells story of General Giap

Project Runway Vietnam begins third season

 The preliminary round of reality television programme, Project Runway Vietnam, will be held in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in mid-May.

Miss Asian America 2014 struts US catwalk for charity

Vietnamese origin Jennifer Chung or Miss Asian America 2014, has showcased new designs of Le Thanh Hoa and Thuy Nguyen in a fashion show to raise money for charity.

Single dad's milk quest wins hearts

 A newly published book, entitled Ba Muon Nuoi Con Bang Sua Me (Dad Wants to Raise Baby with Breast Milk), has been winning people's hearts with its moving story.

Coal-run thermal power plants and the “grey sludge threat”

VietNamNet Bridge - Scientists have issued warnings about the “grey sludge threat” at coal-run thermal power plants which could cause an environmental disaster.

Vietnam architect’s work showcased at Milan Expo

 Vietnam pavilion has impressed a number of visitors at Milan Expo 2015 thanks to bamboo structures designed by renowned Vietnamese architect, Vo Trong Nghia.

Hanoi residents face water shortages in hot season

 Households in inner Hanoi districts will face water shortages as the prolonged hot season approaches, an official has said.

Government News 6/5

Prime Minister Dung receives RoK Trade Minister, Vietnam, Belize boost bilateral relations, Party Central Committee continues future personnel discussion, East Sea situation discussed at US workshop

President’s Russia visit to enhance bilateral ties

 President Truong Tan Sang’s upcoming visit to Russia to attend the 70th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War aims at consolidating and enhancing the two countries’ friendship and multi-faceted cooperation.

Tech advances the key to integration

 VietNamNet Bridge – Phung Duc Tien from the National Assembly’s Committee for Science, Technology and Environment talked with Thoi Bao Kinh Te about the need to use more technology in business.

Vietnam needs US$2 billion to modernise ships

 Viet Nam will need at least US$2 billion until 2020 to modernise its fleet of vessels, Deputy Head of Viet Nam Maritime Administration Bui Thien Thu has said.