Vietnam's natural gas sector is set to triple in size over the next 15 years if the government's objectives are achieved, a workshop in Hanoi was told yesterday.

Japan, Vietnam to build railroad; VN-South Africa business council makes debut; Vietnam-China agriculture fair in to Hanoi early next month; Gold prices below VND36 million/tael; Hanoi: All goods increase prices

Fine art exhibition supports AO victims; Lao Cai, Yunnan boost forest fire fighting coordination; Vietnamese pupils wins UPU gold medal; Vietnam joins Asia-Europe educational cooperation; Localities deal with floods’ aftermaths

The Border Guard Command of Ba Ria-Vung Tau province and the provincial concerned agencies handed over 26 Chinese crewmen to the Chinese Consulate in Ho Chi Minh City on Nov. 12.

APEC puts global economy into new stage of growth; East Sea issues scrutinised at int’l workshop; President Triet stresses ASEAN growth role; PM Dung meets Singaporean, ASEAN leaders; Giving a boost to ASEAN-G20 cooperation

The Myanmar government's state radio and television aired a news report Saturday night on the release of Aung San Suu Kyi, a noted political figure of Myanmar and leader of the National League for Democracy (NLD).

The Vietnam national futsal team had a nice start at the 2010 Hanoi International Futsal Championship as they beat the Thai Stars 3-2 in their opening match yesterday at Quan Ngua gymnasium in Hanoi.

Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung and four ministers will directly answer NA deputies’ queries at the 8 th session of the 12th National Assembly.

Hanoi Cable Television will continue to broadcast Sunday matches of the English Premier League (EPL) if K+ and MP&Silva can’t demonstrate their exclusive right.

Vietnam’s seaport system is believed to be on its war to upgrades in the near future, with more and more investors showing interest in offering capital for these areas.

Local and foreign experts agree that Vietnam has favourable circumstances for development of a maritime economy and for its emergence as a shipping centre for the region and the world.

While many people back the establishment of official red-light streets in Vietnam, as previously reported, many others worry about the impact of such a step on Vietnamese traditional morality.  

The series on the world’s oldest profession stirred up lots of responses from its readers. A high percentage supported the idea of regulating prostitution within organized red light districts.

Establishing limited areas where prostitution is allowed, under strict rules that protect prostitutes and everyone else, is an idea supported by many officials and experts.

VietNamNet Bridge – People in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta often say “as dirt-cheap as linh fish” but this statement is wrong now.

Torrential rains have caused a series of landslides in the mountainous central region, blocking many highways and roads for the last several days.

Viet Nam will have to import up to 17 billion tonnes of gas for domestic use annually after 2025 despite its sizeable reserves of natural gas, a senior official has said.

Indian ‘Disco King’ Bappi Lahiri rocked the Diwali Gala 2010 show at Sheraton Saigon Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1 Friday night.

The Viet Nam National Coal and Mineral Industries Group (Vina-comin) has taken responsibility for repairing damage caused by a mudslide last week in northern mountainous Cao Bang Province.

A strong foreign presence in the real estate service sector has led to an imbalance in the Vietnamese market.

Cable television operators are sinking big money to stay ahead of what is a highly competitive field but consumers, who have got used to a good thing, are demanding more and more.

An amended draft on listing requirements, made by the State Securities Commission, might increase the charter capital level necessary for companies to list on Viet Nam's stock exchanges

36 Vietnamese contestants to compete at ASEAN Skills Contest; Vietnam joins university and post-university education co-operation project; Third national environment conference to be held in Hanoi; Int’l organizations assist flood victims

Tourist numbers are recovering but Vietnam’s hospitality sector must be fully prepared for the more choosy tourist created by the financial crisis

EU rules challenge seafood exporters; French agency to finance hydropower plant; Sai Gon-Ha Noi Bank increases charter capital; French shipping line adds direct cargo service