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With more flights, Mekong Delta’s economy can prosper

Seven more domestic and international air routes departing in Can Tho City have been launched since April, helping develop tourism, investment and trade for the entire Mekong Delta region.

Tolls on 8 North-South expy sections may be collected for 24 years

Tolls on eight sections being developed under the public-private partnership format for the North-South expressway project are likely to be collected for at least 24 years.

 

Defence Minister holds bilateral meetings on Shangri-La Dialogue sidelines

Defence Minister Gen. Ngo Xuan Lich held bilateral meetings with other delegates to the 18th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on June 1.

 

Ancient pagoda in Hung Yen

Nom pagoda (or ‘Linh Thong Co Tu’) was built under Later Le dynasty (1533 to 1789). Located in Hung Yen province, the pagoda attracts many visitors for its ancient architecture and antiques inside.

 

Shangri-La Dialogue: VN Defence Minister calls for peaceful solutions to disputes

Vietnamese Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich called on parties concerned to work together to solve disputes in peaceful atmosphere, with partnership spirit and for community responsibility.

 

On-site cooking: A highlight at Danang International Food Festival 2019

President of Worldchefs Thomas A. Gugler will join other 13 talented chefs from around the world at  the upcoming Danang International Food Festival 2019 (DNIFF) .

 

The trade war rages on

The Sino-American trade war is escalating in unpredictable ways. Contrary to some analyses, its impacts on Vietnam are arguably beneficial. A vulnerable economy such as Vietnam’s is unlikely to benefit from this global war.

 

Major firms to inform authority of M&A deals

Many large breweries may be required to report all of their M&A deals to the management agency.

 

Vietnam still needs coal-fired thermal power

Coal-fueled thermal power plants are still an important source of energy for the next decade, when the country will be in dire need of energy for more production, heard attendees at a seminar in HCMC last week.

 

Vietnamese disabled given a chance at work

Social impact businesses raise awareness about people with disabilities and create major value for the community.

Exam cheating scandal: how much did one score adjustment cost?

Some defendants in the exam cheating scandal said that VND1 billion was paid for each ‘exam score fabrication’.

A unique fair in Ha Giang

Pho Cao Fair in the mountainous province of Ha Giang is a unique event in that visitors do not know exactly when it meets again next time.

Vietnam tourism at the fingertips

Efforts are in place and ongoing to adopt digital technologies and turn Vietnam into a regional travel destination based on smart tourism development.

ODA projects employ foreign consultants at high costs

Official development assistance (ODA)-funded projects have been found to employ foreign consulting firms at high costs, noted a report from the State Audit of Vietnam (SAV).

 

Vietnam's southern region develops renewable energy

Vietnam has the advantage for developing wind and solar power. Encouraged by the state’s investment incentives, many businesses have invested in this area and have achived positive results.

 

VN State Bank not pursuing unhealthy competitive advantage in trade

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) said in a recent statement that it is not pursuing an unhealthy competitive advantage in international trade after the U.S. Treasury Department raised concerns over the Vietnam's currency practices this week.

 

Events in Hanoi & HCMC on June 3-9

NDO - A selection of noteworthy artistic and cultural events to take place in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

Hanoi police arrest student hackers charged with theft of US$214,000

Four university students in the northern province of Thai Nguyen, who were found to have carried out cyberattacks to steal nearly VND5 billion (US$214,000), have been arrested.

 

RCEP: Vietnamese businesses fear inner-bloc competition

Vietnam will have to compete with other RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) countries because its most advantageous products are similar to key export product items of the countries.

V.League: Quang Nam FC escape bottom after resounding win

Former champions Quang Nam FC demolished Hai Phong FC with three unanswered goals in their V.League matchday 12 encounter on May 31, to escape just two points clear of bottom place.