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There was a time when there were no flights in Vietnam’s sky

In March 2020, there were only three flights in the skies of Vietnam. In July and August 2021, there were no flights at all.

Vietnam to minimise new coal-fired power plants

Although the most recent draft of the National Power Development Plan increased the volume of coal-fired projects in Vietnam, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has said it won't consider developing any new coal-fired plants, to save the environment.

Vietnam Railways plans to resume operation of passenger trains from October 1

The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) said that it is expected to organize passenger trains again from October 1.

Gov’t seeks ways to disburse over US$11 billion in public investment capital

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh convened a national teleconference on Tuesday to seek ways to disburse nearly VND 250 trillion (over US$11 billion) in public investment capital within the next three months.

HCM City resumes work on 22 key traffic projects

Work on 40 packages of 22 key traffic infrastructure projects in HCMC would be resumed between September 28 and October 15 after a months-long suspension caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Three Vietnamese students win IELTS Prize 2021

Three Vietnamese students are named in the list of 26 candidates across East Asia to win the IELTS Prize 2021, presented by the UK's international educational and cultural organization - British Council.

Hanoians do morning exercise after social distancing rules are relaxed

On the morning of September 28, Hanoi people flocked to the streets, parks, and lakes to jog, cycle and do morning exercise after more than two months under social distancing.

'King of luxury brands' Hanh Nguyen wants to buy 10 aircraft for US$3.5 billion

Johnathan Hanh Nguyen, Chairman of the Imex Pan Pacific Group (IPPG), has asked for the Prime Minister’s permission to establish a cargo airline.

“Hoi Yen Dieu Tri Cung” – the most important event of Cao Dai followers

For Cao Dai followers in the southern province of Tay Ninh and neighboring localities, “Hoi Yen Dieu Tri Cung” is their biggest festival in the year to pray for good weather, national peace, and prosperity.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS SEPTEMBER 29

Hanoi sees sharp drop in tourist arrivals in nine months

Vietnam calls on Somali to create conditions for women to engage in political activities

Vietnam has called on Somalia to create favourable conditions for women to engage in political activities and ensure a 30 percent rate of legislative seats for women.

Vietnam Film Week to be held at the Expo 2020 Dubai

Vietnam Film Week will take place at the Expo 2020 Dubai from December 30, 2021, to January 5, 2022, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Quiet 'soldiers' who connect people in need of support

During her first day on a new mission to support HCM City, Nguyen Thi Hoa, an operator of the 1022 hotline, received a call from a citizen. On the other end of the line was a frail female voice, interspersed with the cries of a child.

Deputy Minister shares first details of post-pandemic recovery plan

Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc has updated about FDI situation in the first nine months and shared first details on a draft post-pandemic recovery plan in an interview with the Vietnam Government Portal.

Vietnam on track to achieve 5 out of 17 sustainable development goals

Over the past time, the National Assembly of Vietnam has applied the IPU self-assessment toolkit for parliaments in the implementation of SDGs.

Disciplinary measures against 15 military organisations, individuals proposed

The Inspection Commission of the Central Military Commission has proposed disciplinary measures against one organisation and 14 soldiers violating the rules during its recent third meeting.

Optimistic statistics about FDI into Vietnam amid Covid-19 pandemic

The amount of newly registered foreign investment capital in Vietnam in January – September 2021 decreased year on year because many provinces had implemented social distancing, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 29

HCM City to reopen wet markets as it eases social distancing

Businesses need to be given more autonomy in new normal

A survey conducted by Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) in September of nearly 3,000 businesses found that 93.9 percent have been affected by the pandemic at a ‘completely negative’ or ‘mostly negative’ level.

Australian man illegally grows cannabis in Vietnam

An Australian man has been caught red handed growing four cannabis plants on his rooftop in Da Nang city, central Vietnam, according to local police.