EU court ruling backs curbs on 'benefit tourism'

 The European Court of Justice has said member states can deny certain payments to unemployed EU citizens who move to that country just to claim benefits.

Russian citizens honored for contribution to Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge - Two Russians were presented with the title "Honorary Citizen of Hanoi" for their contributions to the development of the capital city at a ceremony held at the Vietnam Embassy in Russia on November 10.

Over 1,600 investors register to buy Vietnam Airlines’ shares

 As many as 1,608 investors, including 28 international investors and two Vietnamese organisations, have registered to buy shares in the national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines at its initial public offering scheduled for November 14.

Despite controversies, “Sex and the City” still airs on national channel

 VietNamNet Bridge - After the controversy on the time for adult movies on national television, VTV began airing the US series "Sex and the City" at 11pm on November 10.

Former V-League player called up to US national team

 VietNamNet Bridge – Thanks to his good performance for New England Revolution this season, midfielder Lee Nguyen has been called up to the US national team for next week's friendlies against Ireland and Colombia.

VN, Thailand to jointly fight transnational crime

NA discusses high-school curricula reform; Legislators debate draft bill on State capital management and use; Vietnam, Cuba holds second Party theory seminar;

National Assembly to question Prime Minister next week

VietNamNet Bridge - Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung and four ministers will have to answer questions raised by National Assembly (NA) deputies at a Q&A session on November 17.

Vietnam can produce caterpillar fungus

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Institute of Plant Protection Research has recently announced its success in producing caterpillar fungus, a rare medicine with the potential to increase the capacity of the body against cancer.

Fatherland Front supports religious nursery schools

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Fatherland Front of Viet Nam has for the first time given its seal of approval to religious organisations running nursery schools in the country.

President meets world leaders on APEC summit sidelines

 President Truong Tan Sang met bilaterally with leaders of Chile, Peru, Brunei, Australia and Thailand on the margins of the 22nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Beijing, China on November 10.

MOT tells trucks to meet weight limits

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vehicle inspectors found 958 dump trucks violating Ministry of Transport (MOT) capacity regulations nationwide.

Kinh Do to sell 80% stake in confectionery segment to American partner

 VietNamNet Bridge - If Kinh Do shareholders approve the sale of a major stake of its business, it will be the biggest investment in the history of the Vietnam confectionary industry.

Vietnam backs APEC development agenda

Vietnam fully supports the measures required in order to fulfil the Bali commitments and Bogor goals, as well as the facilitation and liberalisation of trade and investment, President Truong Tan Sang stated.

Foreign-style animal statues to be removed from monuments within three months

 VietNamNet Bridge – February 2015 is the deadline for removal of foreign-styled animal statues from historical and cultural monuments. However, monument managers are having difficulty complying with the regulation because of a lack of guidance.

PM arrives in Myanmar for 25th ASEAN Summit

 Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung and his entourage arrived in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar on the afternoon of November 11, beginning his visit to the country to attend the 25th ASEAN Summit and related meetings.

Phuoc Hai Village an ideal getaway from tourism hotspot

 VietNamNet Bridge – Having visited Vung Tau City countless times, I was fed up with the hustle and bustle of the touristy city on the southeastern coast.

Famous saxophonist makes debut with National Symphony Orchestra

 VietNamNet Bridge – Saxophonist Tran Manh Tuan will perform with the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra (VNSO) on November 26 and 27 at the Hanoi Opera House.

FDI firms want barriers removed

VietNamNet Bridge – Barriers to increased foreign direct investment (FDI) were discussed at a dialogue between this central city's leadership and FDI enterprises last week.

Over 4,400 households to be relocated next year

llegal sand mining boats seized; High tides submerge Ca Mau’s coastal areas; US training project on cleaner production underway in Vietnam; Over 4,400 households in HCMC to be relocated next year; Vietnam, Russia to cooperate in healthcare

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 12/11

 HCM City to set up 28 industrial clusters; Ha Noi to speed up land right transfers; Ceramic makers admit need for improvements; Viglacera to begin work on four industrial parks; Enterprises disappointed about slow administrative reforms: VCCI

EVN divests from non-core businesses

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Electricity of Viet Nam will auction 62.5 million shares of EVN Finance Joint Stock Company, or 25 per cent of its stakes, on the Ha Noi Stock Exchange next month,

VN has 10th-largest number of Facebook users

 VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam is among the top 10 countries with the maximum Facebook traffic, Global Web Index (GWI) said in its report released on November 4.

Thai Sung to play for Hanoi on loan contract

 VietNamNet Bridge – Ha Noi Football Club have agreed to a one-year loan contract with SHB Da Nang's Nguyen Thai Sung in preparation for the new football season.

Con Dao Park is nation's sixth Ramsar site

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Con Dao National Park in the central coastal province of Ba Ria-Vung Tau has been recognised as the first marine Ramsar site in Viet Nam.

More pictures of Dang Thu Thao at Miss International 2014

VietNamNet Bridge – The Vietnamese candidate and 72 contestants of Miss International 2014 pageants wore a kimono, the traditional costume of the host country, on November 8.