HCM City traffic police get helmet cameras

 VietNamNet Bridge – The traffic police in District 7 of HCM City were recently equipped with helmet cameras that, they said, would help them catch traffic violators with clear proof.

What is the solution for malware-infected computers in Vietnam?

Experts estimate that 66 percent of computers in Vietnam have been infected with malware, which is a “relatively high” percentage, said Nguyen Huy Dung, deputy head of the Information Security Department. 


Dust and noise from traffic affect Saigon residents

VietNamNet Bridge - Despite many efforts to improve the environment, air pollution caused by traffic activities has been increasing steadily over the last 10 years.

Vietnam tourism faces challenges

An estimated 617,895 international arrivals were recorded in Vietnam in March, down 10.4 percent from February and 12.9 percent from the same period last year, marking the 10th consecutive month of decline.

Kien Giang chooses investor for Phu Quoc Int'l Passenger Port

 The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang has announced its investor for the development of the build-operate-transfer (BOT) portion of the Phu Quoc international passenger port.

Hanoi to offer 5,000 new hotel rooms

 An estimated 30 hotels offering 5,000 rooms—including 3,600 five-star rooms—are scheduled to be newly available in Hanoi this year, according to the Hanoi Department of Statistics.

Vietnam, Germany ink judicial cooperation agreement

 A joint statement and a three-year cooperation programme agreement were signed by representatives from the Ministries of Justice from Vietnam and Germany on April 14 in Hanoi.

Alarming drought interrupts Dak Lak hydropower plants

The prolonged drought seen recently in the Central Highlands region has lead to the severe exhaustion of water reservoirs in Dak Lak province, interrupting the operation of local hydropower plants.

Drug addiction rising, admits Public Security Deputy Minister

 Deputy Minister of Public Security Senior Lieutenant General Le Quy Vuong admitted rising numbers of drug addicts and high drug-use areas at the 10th meeting of the National Assembly Committee for Social Affairs held in Ho Chi Minh City on April 14.

Government News 15/4

HCM City promotes links with Slovak locality, PM requests living essentials for farmers in dry spell, Roles of 1975 Spring Offensive headquarters highlighted, Poverty alleviation needs more support

Vietnam Stock Exchange to be located in Hanoi

HCM City, considered a financial center of Vietnam, could lose its stock market in the future because the watchdog agency plans to merge the Hanoi and HCM City stock exchanges into one Vietnam Stock Exchange headquartered in Hanoi.

Ba Na resort viewed from aerial cameras

 VietNamNet Bridge - The central area of Ba Na peak has been expanded in the form of a French-style village, with works simulating seven landmarks in France.

Documentary series marks Reunification Day

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Military Cinema Studio produced a new documentary celebrating the nation's unification in 1975.

Ministry proposes new location for Phu Quoc casino project

 The Ministry of Construction has asked the Prime Minister for approval of a new location for a big-ticket recreational project comprising a casino on the resort island of Phu Quoc off mainland Kien Giang Province.

Is the East Sea going to be covered with China's artificial islands?

 VietNamNet Bridge – Contrary to the cooling-off statements of Chinese leaders, what has been happening in the East Sea since the end of 2014 is quite different from what has been stated.

ODA needs stricter controls

 VietNamNet Bridge – Professor Nguyen Minh Thuyet, former Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Committee on Culture, Education, Youth and Children spoke to Tien Phong (Vanguard) newspaper about ODA usage.

Poem of Kieu to premiere in Russian

 VietNamNet Bridge – The translation of the 18th century epic poem – Tale of Kieu (Truyen Kieu) – by Nguyen Du (1766-1820) into the Russian language will be completed this summer in honour of what would have been the poet’s 250th birthday.

Social News 15/4

 Hanoi to collect over $13 million of road maintenance fee, Newspapers fined for violating dietary supplement advertising code, NA discusses permits for hospitals and healthcare staff, Compensation for delayed, cancelled flights

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 15/4

 Formosa considering four projects in Quang Binh, Expy projects with POSCO involvement face inspection, US$12 billion FDI to be disbursed this year, HoREA wants maximum budget condo area unchanged, Drought hits pepper yields

In pictures: Hanoi streets carpeted with yellow leaves

 VietNamNet Bridge – Many leaves of dracontomelum trees around Hoan Kiem Lake on Le Thanh Tong Street fell on April 7, creating a yellow carpet on the sidewalks.

France prioritizes visas for Vietnamese tourists

 The French embassy is to sign partnership agreements on May 15 with six of Vietnam’s travel companies in order to help them expedite the granting of visas to their clients.

British University to take shape in Hung Yen

 British University Vietnam (BUV) will take shape in Ecopark township in the northern Hung Yen province’s Van Giang district.

Globaltrans Air to become 4th general aviation service provider in VN

 Deputy Prime Minister Hoang Trung Hai has authorised the Ministry of Transport (MoT) to grant a business licence to the Globaltrans Air JSC in order to operate as a general aviation service provider.

PNJ enters top 100 Places to Work in Vietnam

Phu Nhuan Jewelry (PNJ) was ranked for the first time on the list of 100 Vietnam Best Places to Work in 2014. Ms. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Minh, PNJ’s HR Director, talks more about the achievement.

Radioactive material rule proposed for revision

 The Vietnam Agency for Radiation and Nuclear Safety has proposed the Ministry of Science and Technology amend Circular 23/2010/TT-BKHCN to strengthen the management of radioactive material in the country.