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Vietnam to disconnect services for non-compliant 2G phones from March

Vietnam will begin blocking signals for non-compliant 2G mobile phones as part of its broader plan to fully phase out the 2G service this year, according to the Vietnam Telecommunications Authority (VTA).

Da Nang’s students to compete at world’s FIRST robotic championship

Team FPT3DN.Robotown wins a ticket to compete at the For Inspiration and Recognition in Science and Technology (FIRST) Robotic Championship which is slated for April 17-20 in the US.

Ha Long Bay among world’s top 25 best natural destinations

Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, has announced the Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Destinations 2024, naming Ha Long Bay in the northern province of Quang Ninh in list of best natural destinations for 2024.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (February 26-March 3/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from February 26 to March 3.

Over 200 makers join unique clay firecracker festival in Hai Duong

The traditional clay firecracker festival of the northern province of Hai Duong opened on February 25 in the national special relics complex Con Son – Kiep Bac, with the event drawing the participation of more than 200 firecracker makers.

Hanoi, and other biggest cities to host new high-value IT parks

These technology parks in the three major cities will give priority to the development of IT services and products with a high added value.

U.S. Assistant Secretary Kritenbrink to visit Vietnam

Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink will visit five Asian nations, including Vietnam, from February 23-March 4.

Telecom operators urged to lead semiconductor chip research and development

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged four State-owned telecom companies, namely Viettel, VNPT, MobiFone, and Gtel Mobile, to take the lead in semiconductor chip research, development and production.

Vietnam's shrimp exports forecast to rise by 15% in 2024

Vietnam’s shrimp exports are forecast to rebound and rise by 10-15% year-on-year, with revenue reaching US$4 billion, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP). T

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 26/2024

NA Chairman attends ceremony to launch Youth Month, tree-planting festival

Hanoi to upgrade security camera system

The Hanoi People's Committee has issued a plan to install more security cameras at public places and replace outdated models.

HCM City to encourage reading culture

HCM City has launched a project on building book spaces and developing reading culture in the community by 2025.

Vietnam among the most sought-after emerging markets: survey

According to a survey done by CBRE in November and December, Vietnam is just behind India in terms of attractiveness to investors.

HCM City to give donated áo dài to disadvantaged female workers

The HCM City Public Employees’ Trade Union has launched a programme to offer free áo dài (Vietnamese traditional dress) to disadvantaged workers on the occasion of International Women’s Day (March 8).

Ministry announces Vietnam’s digital infrastructure plan for 2021-2030

It aims to establish the groundwork for a digital government, foster a thriving digital economy, and cultivate a connected digital society.

Direct admission for 10th graders with IELTS certificates to be stopped

The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) has asked localities to stop direct admission for 10th graders with International English Language Testing System (IELTS) certificates.

Ceremonies held nationwide to see young people off to military service

Thirty provinces and cities in the country held ceremonies on February 25 to see tens of thousands of young people off for military service in the first handover batch.

HCM City unveils 2024 tourism promotion, festival events

HCM City has announced plans to organise a range of major tourism promotion events within and outside the country throughout this year in an effort to boost tourism in the city.

Vietnam gets tough on drink driving with stricter penalties

Vietnam is proactively enforcing traffic laws, with tougher penalties to be imposed on drink driving offences with the aim of reducing traffic accidents, including deaths and injuries, whilst also promoting traffic safety culture in society.