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Vietnamese asparagus could enter Australian market this month

Vietnam could export asparagus to Australia this month, according to the Viet Nam Trade Office in Australia.

Vietnam posts trade deficit of $176 million in two months

Vietnam reported an estimated trade deficit of US$176 million in the first two months of the year, according to the General Statistics Office of Vietnam (GSO).

 

VN businesses seek Government support amid coronavirus losses

The coronavirus outbreak has affected the country’s economy, with production for exports and services suffering the most.

Ox racing festival in An Giang gears towards international status

The Bay Nui Ox Racing Festival in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang is expected to become an international event under a project recently approved by the provincial People’s Committee.

EVFTA, EVIPA offer prospect of high quality FDI to Vietnam

The recent ratification of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) and the EU-Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) by the European Parliament is expected to create a change in the flow of FDI from the EU into Vietnam.

Millions of students back to school after virus outbreak

Millions of students in 59 provinces and cities went back to the school on March 2 after nearly six weeks of absence due to the outbreak of COVID-19.

Women’s squad for Olympic play-off announced

Head coach Mai Duc Chung on March 2 named a 19-strong national women’s football team to prepare for their match with Australia in the upcoming AFC Women's Olympic Qualification Tournament play-off.

Nearly $11 million for Hoi An conservation

Authorities of the central province of Quang Nam recently approved to earmark VND253 billion ($10.91 million) for a Hoi An ancient town conservation project in the 2020-2025, with orientation to 2030.

Quarantine – top solution to prevent COVID-19: Hanoi leader

Quarantine is still the top solution to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes the COVID-19, according to Secretary of Hanoi Party Committee Vuong Dinh Hue.

Da Nang to host ASEAN environmental meetings

The 21st Meeting of the ASEAN Working Group on Coastal and Marine Environment (AWGCME) is slated to take place from May 13-15 in the central city of Da Nang, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

As supply runs low, electronics makers forecast further disruption

Vietnamese electronics makers have until the end of this quarter to find alternative sources for their input materials as inventories run low and supply would likely remain disrupted due to outbreaks of coronavirus in China and S. Korea.

Government asked to allow Bamboo Airways’ fleet expansion

The Ministry of Transport (MoT) has proposed the Government allow Bamboo Airways to increase its fleet instead of restricting the firm’s aircraft number to 30 like at present.

Climate change: Australian summers 'twice as long as winters'

New weather data analysis says climate change has led to major increases in summer temperatures.

WWF urges end to wildlife trade, consumption in Asia-Pacific

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has appealed for an end to the wildlife trade and consumption across the Asia-Pacific region amid the ongoing spread of COVID-19 and similar diseases in recent years.

WB-supported project to help ensure water supply for Mekong Delta

Officials of the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho had a working session with World Bank (WB) representatives on March 2 to discuss a water supply project for the region.

Argentina abortion: President Alberto Fernández proposes legalisation

Abortion in Argentina is only allowed in cases of rape or if the mother's health is in danger.

Samsung builds US$220 million R&D centre in Vietnam

Samsung Vietnam has announced the commencement of construction on a new 220 million USD research and development (R&D) centre in Vietnam, with completion scheduled for late 2022.

Coronavirus: South Korea church leader apologises for virus spread

Lee Man-hee got down on his knees and said the disease's spread was "not intentional".

Water issues to be severe in many localities: experts

Along with Mekong Delta, the central region will suffer prolonged drought and saline intrusion during the rest of this year’s dry season, experts warned.

Mekong Delta farmers expand smart rice farming

Smart rice farming is offering high profits for farmers in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta as the model has adapted well to climate change and is environmentally friendly.