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ASEAN nations see large numbers of new COVID-19 cases

The Philippines Ministry of Health on March 29 recorded 343 more people infected with SARS-CoV-2, the highest number in a day in the country, raising the total cases to 1,418 people, including 71 deaths.

Four countries begin joint patrol on Mekong River

China, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand began their 91st joint patrol on the Mekong River on March 24.

Foreigners to bear costs of Covid-19 treatment in Vietnam: PM

Ideas suggest that Vietnam should not offer free treatment for foreigners as it will cause financial burden.

COVID-19: Big gatherings suspended in many ASEAN countries

The Lao Government has decided to postpone all big meetings gathering large number of people for major celebrations in 2020 as a strong measure to prevent outbreaks of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Thailand: Returnees dodging quarantine to face legal action

About 80 Thai returnees from the Republic of Korea who slipped through screening at Suvarnabhumi Airport on March 7 are being told to report to health authorities in three days or face legal action under the Communicable Disease Control Act.

Hoai Sa dresses in Ao Dai for activities at Miss International Queen 2020

Hoai Sa, Vietnam’s representative at Miss International Queen 2020, has impressed the judging panel and members of the audience by wearing Vietnamese Ao Dai whilst taking part in various activities at the transgender pageant in Thailand.

Hoai Sa finishes second in talent competition at Miss International Queen

Hoai Sa, Vietnam’s representative at Miss International Queen 2020, came second in the talent segment of the transgender pageant which took place in Thailand on February 28.

Consumer spending in Vietnam continues to outpace ASEAN peers

Vietnam’s modern grocery retail and pharmacy sector will benefit specifically from the country’s consumer spending growth story.

Cobra Gold military exercise kicks off amidst coronavirus concerns

Cobra Gold, one of the largest multinational military exercises in Asia-Pacific, kicked off in Thailand on February 25, with this year's event taking place under the heavy cloud of a fast-spreading novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).

Mass shooting leaves 27 dead, 52 injured in Thailand

At least 27 people, including the gunman, were killed and 52 others were injured in a mass shooting in Thailand’s northeastern Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha announced on February 9.

Vietnam’s U23s placed in 13th according to AFC U23 Championship rankings

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has posted their most recent rankings following the conclusion of the group stages of the AFC U23 Championship with eight teams progressing to the quarter-finals.

Vietnam women's volleyball team ascends world ranking

The latest world ranking update sees the Vietnamese women's volleyball team climb one place.

Vietnam have goalless draw with UAE in AFC U23 champs

Vietnam had a goalless match against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in their Group D of the ongoing 2020 AFC U23 Championship, which took place in Thailand’s Buriram province on January 10.

Co Chat silk village keeps thread alive

Nam Dinh, a rice-growing province in northern Vietnam, has more than 70 craft villages. Co Chat silk village in Truc Ninh district is one of the best known.

Vietnam arrives in Thailand for AFC U23 Championships

The Vietnam U23 football team has arrived in Thailand to prepare for the 2020 AFC U23 Championships.

 

ASEAN to move forward under Vietnam’s chairmanship

Despite confronting a lot of challenges, Thailand has mobilised all resources to ensure the success of its ASEAN chairmanship, said Sihasak Puangketkaew, former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand.

Vietnam finish in second place at Futsal Thailand Five 2019

The Vietnamese national futsal team has finished as the runner-up at Futsal Thailand Five 2019, which concluded in Thailand on December 15.

Vietnam forgoes US$536.83 million tax under FTA commitments

The contribution of import duty to customs revenue has been declining over the past few years, from 21.85% in 2017 to 17.4% in 2018 and 16.7% in 2019.

SEA Games 30: Vietnam’s female football team wins gold medal

The Vietnamese female football players became the champion of women’s football at the 30th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in the Philippines after defeating Thailand 1-0 on December 8.

Vietnamese women’s team qualify for volleyball finals at SEA Games

The Vietnamese women’s volleyball team have successfully beaten off competition from strong local rivals to make it to the finals of the SEA Games 30.