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Over 1.2 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine administered on adolescents

As many as 12 cities and provinces in Viet Nam have inoculated teenagers aged 12-17 with over 1.2 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, according to the Ministry of Health.

Vietnam could observe longest lunar eclipse of century on November 19

Many people nationwide are set to enjoy a wonderful experience as they will have the chance to enjoy the longest lunar partial eclipse of the century, with the extraordinary event due to occur at around 3 p.m. on November 19.

Businesses explore opportunities of serving elderly in Vietnam

Viet Nam's service market for the elderly is large with lots of potential, but is currently untapped, said experts during a forum in HCM City on...

HCM City districts consider fixed areas for street vendors

Districts in HCM City are looking into setting up designated areas for food street vendors in an effort to ensure pandemic safety and order on the streets.

Viettel, Da Nang to gear up ‘smart city’ project

The central city of Da Nang and the Viettel Military Industry and Telecoms Group (Viettel) have agreed on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to complete the development of Da Nang into a ‘smart city' by 2025.

Vietnam’s economy sees positive changes: World Bank

Amid a protracted COVID-19 outbreak, socio-economic data in October showed the contraction has bottommed out and Vietnam's economy has made positive changes, the World Bank in Vietnam said.

Vietnam wins two golds at 2021 Jiu-Jitsu World Championships

The Vietnamese team earned two gold, three silver, and two bronze medals in the fighting, duo/show mixed, and newaza categories at the 2021 Jiu-Jitsu World Championships held in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Vietnamese songs copyrighted for release in China for the first time

The rights to music by composer Nguyen Van Chung have been brought by Chinese artists, with the intention of re-recording and releasing them north of the border. 

Transport Ministry unveils prioritised waterway projects in 10 years

The Ministry of Transport has released plans to overhaul waterway transport links across the country by 2030, to attract business and investment into transport infrastructure.

Czech, Vietnamese groups work to nurture innovative start-ups

Vietnamese organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Association of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Crafts of the Czech Republic with the aim to develop the two countries’ start-up ecosystem and entrepreneurship.

Vietnamese President addresses 28th APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting

Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended the 28th APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting (AELM) via videoconference on November 12 at the invitation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.

Companies in Mekong Delta fined, prosecuted for being sources of Covid

Covid developments in Mekong Delta provinces as of November 11 morning remained complicated.

Saudi Arabian football team arrive in Hanoi for World Cup qualifier

The national football team of Saudi Arabia arrived in Hanoi on November 12, with 25 players and over nine tonnes of luggage as they prepare for their upcoming game against Vietnam in World Cup qualifier round.

Medicine, land baron detained for law violations

The Hanoi Police have prosecuted and detained Nguyen Thi Loan, Chairwoman of Vimedimex Medi-Pharma JSC, for alleged violations of land auction regulations.

Lawmakers approve 2022 GDP growth target of 6-6.5 percent

The 15th National Assembly on November 12 adopted a resolution on the 2022 socio-economic development plan with all 472 legislators joining the vote saying "yes".

HCM City has 1,000 hectares of unused land: survey

Of nearly 210,000 hectares of natural area of HCM City, there are 111,875 hectares of agriculture land and 96,634 ha of non-agricultural land.

Deputy Prime Minister proposes aid package for employees returning to work

Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam has asked the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) and localities to design a support package for people returning to their jobs after lockdown.

Gov't to focus on socio-economic recovery in last two months, after severe fourth wave: PM

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on Friday fielded questions from National Assembly deputies, with most of the concerns surrounding COVID-19 response, resulting labour issues, and socio-economic recovery.

Payment intermediaries have great potential in Vietnam

The field of payment intermediaries in Vietnam at this stage was considered to have high potential, becoming attractive to many foreign investors,

Enhanced digital training for farmers and small vendors in Vietnam

The Ministry of Industry (MoIT) is enhancing digital training support for farmers and small vendors, in response to the seemingly permanent shift towards online retail trading, caused by the pandemic.