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Project 89 support for PhD students is too low

The financial support of VND13-20 million a year for university lecturers studying in Vietnam for doctorate under Project 89 is too low, according to some educators.

VN representative wears national costume, voted best in swimsuit at Miss Grand 2021

Vietnam’s Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien shone in a design called Blue Angel at the national costume competition of the Miss Grand International 2021 held in Bangkok on November 30.

Flood death toll rises to 9 in central Vietnam

Death toll from the floods that are hitting central Vietnam has risen to nine, while nearly 60,000 houses have been submerged, according to the National Steering Committee on Natural Disasters Prevention and Control.

Vietnam, Russia sign cooperation documents

Vietnam and Russia signed and exchanged a number cooperation documents in Moscow on December 1 during State President Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s ongoing visit to Russia.

Vietnam Airlines operates first regular direct flight from US

A Vietnam Airlines flight with 170 passengers on board departing from San Francisco, the US, arrived at Da Nang International Airport on December 1.

Stock market attracts more foreign investors

The number of accounts owned by foreign individuals and organisations in Vietnam’s stock market had hit more than 38,000 as of September 2021, a year-on-year surge of 34.7 percent.

South Korean ICT firms to contribute to ‘Make in Vietnam’ strategy

South Korean ICT firms have been encouraged to invest in Da Nang as Vietnam is prioritizing investment in hi-tech and innovation projects with a focus on R&D.

President Nguyen Xuan Phuc meets Russian Chairman of State Duma & Prime Minister

President Nguyen Xuan Phuc had a meeting with Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin in Moscow on December 1 as part of his ongoing official visit to Russia.

Craft steel village forges ahead

The small road leading to Da Sy forging village is winding. From afar, the sound of anvils and hammers can be heard.

Cruise ships left idle, owners seek help

Cruise owners are worried as their cruise ships have been unused for many months because of Covid-19, while they still have to pay hundreds of million of dong in mooring fees.

PM2.5 pollution still problematic across Vietnam

Though the average PM2.5 concentration improved slightly in 2020, all provinces and cities in Vietnam still had much higher levels than the WHO’s recommendation, according to data revealed at a workshop held virtually on Tuesday.

US businesses consider fresh tactics for optimal operations

American companies in Vietnam are continuing to strive for a return to normal operations as some struggle with labour issues and flexible adaption to a post-pandemic world.

Vietnam needs "revolution" in railway transport

Vietnam’s railway system, after more than 100 years of operation, is outdated.

A pivotal time to capture tourism property potential

Vietnam should complete a sturdy legal framework in order to allow non-nationals to buy tourist property in the country, according to international experts.

Foreign laborers in Vietnam to have 11 days off for 2022 New Year

In Vietnam, any holiday falls on the weekend, people will be entitled to a substitute day.

Southeast Asia’s largest iron mine proposed for closure in Vietnam

The People's Committee of the central province of Ha Tinh has asked the Government to consider the closure of the largest iron mine in Southeast Asia, the Thach Khe iron mine located in the province.

First osteopetrosis surgery in Vietnam successful after 3.5-hour operation

An operation lasting 3.5 hours that replaced the hip of a patient suffering from “marble bone” in late October was the first surgery of its kind in Vietnam and the 30th in the world.

Hanoi capital suspends two shelf-life Pfizer vaccine batches

The Hanoi Department of Health confirmed on December 1 that it has suspended COVID-19 vaccinations for two batches of shelf-life Pfizer vaccines that had already expired on November 30 for consultations.

Fresh pine trees become popular for Christmas decorations in Vietnam

Imported fresh pine trees and branches have become hot items for Christmas decorations in Vietnam this year.

Vietnamese female director honoured at International Documentary Film Festival

Young Vietnamese director Ha Le Diem has been honoured in the Best Directing category at the 2021 International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam for her film Những Đứa Trẻ Trong Sương (Children of the Mist).