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Bright picture forecast for VN agriculture sector

 The agriculture sector’s export turnover in the first six months of 2018 reached some 20 billion USD, setting a decent pace by meeting half the year’s target of 41 billion USD.

Industrial production maintains high growth of nearly 11% in 7 months

 Viet Nam’s index of industrial production (IIP) scored a growth of 10.9 per cent in the first seven months of this year, up 7.1 per cent against the same period last year, the General Statistics Office announced.

Former senior lieutenant colonel tried for abusing position, power

 The military court of Military Zone 7 on July 30 began a first-instance trial of Dinh Ngoc He, alias Ut “troc”, and four other defendants in a case involving law violations at the Thai Son Corporation under the Defence Ministry. 

Art lovers make lacquerware in Hanoi

 Hoang Nga from Hanoi loves lacquer artworks. At an ongoing lacquer exhibition in Hanoi, she was also able to be part of the lacquer painting process for the first time.

Ho Chi Minh City records first death to dengue fever in 2018

 Ho Chi Minh City reported a year-on-year decrease of 36 percent in the number of dengue fever cases in the first seven months of 2018, however recently recording its first death caused by the disease this year.

20-year prison term proposed for ex-Chairman of the VNCB

A 20-year prison term has been proposed for Pham Cong Danh, ex-Chairman of VNCB, for his involvement in the case of “deliberately violating State regulations on economic management, causing severe consequences” at VNCB.

VN-Index rises, but liquidity remains low

 The VN-Index rose by 14.21 points to reach 949.73 points on July 30, with the majority of codes enjoying increases.

MoU on Vietnam-Singapore cooperation centre to be signed

 Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh is set to represent the Vietnamese Government in signing an MoU on the operation principles of the Vietnam-Singapore cooperation centre.

Phan Van Anh Vu sentenced to nine years in jail

 The Hanoi People’s Court on July 30 sentenced Phan Van Anh Vu nine years in prison for “deliberately disclosing state secrets” under Article 337 of the 2015 Penal Code.

Dong Nai: 20 sentenced for disturbing public order

 The People’s Court of Bien Hoa city on July 30 handed out sentences ranging from 12 months probation to 18 months in prison to 20 defendants under the charge of “causing public disorder” pursuant to Clause 1, Article 318 of the Penal Code. 

Vietnam, Argentina forge stronger collaboration

 Argentine Minister of Foreign Affairs and Worship Jorge Faurie held talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh in Hanoi on July 30 to seek ways to boost bilateral ties.

Vietnam uncovers 400 human trafficking cases each year

 Vietnam has seen an average of 400 human trafficking cases each year, involving around 1,000 victims and 600 traffickers, said an official.

94,500 operational firms recorded in January-July

 Some 94,500 enterprises have been newly established or have resumed operations so far this year, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Vietnamese student wins first prize at Mozart International Piano Contest

 Vo Minh Quang, a 12-year-old student from Giang Vo Secondary School in Hanoi, won first prize at the eight Mozart International Piano Competition, which took place in Bangkok, Thailand, from July 22 to 24.

Zitherist Tri Nguyen: Vietnamese music conquering world stage

Well-known artist Tri Nguyen shared how he developed such a deep attachment with the Vietnamese ‘dan tranh’ and his upcoming musical projects in the near future.

Natural disasters cause damages of VND2.5 trillion for VN

 Natural disasters have caused total losses of some VND2.5 trillion (US$107.8 million) so far this year, heard attendees at a conference on natural disaster prevention and control in southern Vietnam.

Direct air service on Vietnam-LA route discussed

 Vietnam and the United States are discussing a plan to launch direct air links between the two countries. Los Angeles is being considered the first destination for air services, according to the Ministry of Transport.

Da Nang spends $9.45 million on coastal waste treatment

 Authorities of the central city of Danang plan to build a system of drains for coastal wastewater in Ngu Hanh Son District.

ThaiBev’s representative appointed Sabeco general director

Singaporean businessman Neo Gim Siong Bennett will take over as general director of Sabeco from August 1, 2018, marking the control of ThaiBev over Vietnam’s largest brewer.

HCM City tightens regulations over pavement usage

 The Department of Transport in HCM City has issued new draft regulations on the using of pavements which states that pavements less than 1.5 metre-wide and narrower will be reserved for pedestrians.