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Vietnam urged to speed up equitization process

VietNamNet Bridge – The business community and foreign investors have continuously urged Vietnam to speed up the equitization which has been slowing down in recent years.

Philippines removes China’s markers from disputed waters

VietNamNet Bridge - The Philippines said on June 15 that its navy had removed "foreign" markers installed on three reefs and banks in disputed areas of the East Sea.

Seafood firms halt export on ‘Chinese sea ban’

147 Vietnamese companies have stopped exporting and processing seafood products after Chinese vendors bought all of the supply at the source and Chinese ships have continued to illegally impede Vietnamese ships from fishing.

Most rural waste to be recycled by 2015

VietNamNet Bridge – Following a national solid waste treatment programme (2011-20), 85 per cent of urban and 40 to 50 per cent of rural solid waste is set to be processed, in accordance with environmental standards,

Vietnamese hackers’ forum attacked by Chinese hackers

The biggest forum of Vietnamese hackers was reportedly the objective of two DDOS (denial of service) attacks which were carried out just in the first half of June 2011.

Concert features world music

VietNamNet Bridge – Three talented musicians from across the globe will entertain a capital city audience tonight when they hit the stage for the H-Artistry concert.

Sand sculptures promote sea protection

VietNamNet Bridge - An exhibition of sand sculptures opened on June 12, on the beach of Nha Trang city, in the central province of Khanh Hoa, as part of the Nha Trang Sea Festival 2011.

FDA approves Nulojix for kidney transplant patients

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday approved Nulojix to prevent acute rejection in adult patients who have had a kidney transplant. The drug is approved for use with other immunosuppressants.

“Bi, don’t be afraid” wins prize in Hungary

VietNamNet Bridge – Director Phan Dang Di’s first movie “Bi, don’t be afraid” has won the Best Cinematography Prize at Hungary’s Mediawave Film Festival.

Viet Nam, Cuba toast 50 years of friendship

VietNamNet Bridge – The friendship between Viet Nam and Cuba has been constantly fostered since diplomatic relations were established in 1960, Deputy Prime Minister Truong Vinh Trong told Melba Hernandez Rodriguez

Sixteen projects receive VN Innovation Prizes

VietNamNet Bridge – Sixteen projects were awarded prizes for Viet Nam Innovation Day 2011 yesterday, June 15, in Ha Noi.

Gates says spending cuts mean smaller U.S. military

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates on Wednesday spelt out military spending cuts for the Congress, saying reduced spending will result in a smaller force that goes to fewer places and does fewer things.

Inflation eroding people’s optimism

VietNamNet Bridge – The continued goods price increases, plus the prediction of the high inflation rate in the whole year of 2011, have become the obsession of people.

Fight or flight in the East Sea

Lately China has exhibited symptoms of bipolar disorder in its approach to the thorny question of sovereignty over the East Sea.

Vietnam plans more festivals abroad to spur inbound travel

VietNamNet Bridge - The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is planning to hold more cultural and tourism festivals in foreign countries like South Korea, Japan, Russia and Norway this year to promote inbound travel.

Jennifer Lopez unsure about "Idol" return

Jennifer Lopez said that she’s uncertain whether she will return to the “American Idol” judging panel next season, media reported Thursday.

IT NEWS

Ha Noi to authenticate digital signatures; Vietnamobile's network now covers tunnel; Foreign pay TV needs licensing in VN; IBM sets up centre of excellence; Nokia Siemens introduce new broadband; CMC wins contracts worth $9.7m  

Serena Williams knocked out at Eastbourne

Serena Williams was knocked out by the top seed Vera Zvonareva 3-6, 7-6 (5), 7-5 at Eastbourne ATP/WTA tournament on Wednesday.

ART & ENTERTAINMENT IN BRIEF 16/6

Kungfu Panda 2 beats up Avatar in Vietnam market; Fish Worshipping Festival restored in Khanh Hoa; Chinese teacher says ‘I Love Vietnam’

Unexpected rains and floods warned for 2011

Meteorologists believe that 2011 would have a summer that is cooler than in previous years. However, they have also warned that 2-3 day big rains would take place from now until mid-August.