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Old church deemed not safe and in need of urgent upgrades

Culture ministry officials have decided that Bui Chu Church in the northern province of Nam Dinh is seriously downgraded and is not safe for use.

Sugar industry: some die, others thrive

The sugar industry is experiencing stormy days as prices have dropped dramatically. However, some companies are thriving and plan to ‘swallow’ their rivals.

Prolonged hot weather blamed for snail, fish deaths

The Department of Husbandry and Veterinary in the central province of Ha Tinh on Tuesday announced that prolonged hot weather was part of the cause of the mass deaths of snails reported in the locality.

Vietnam to meet Thailand in King's Cup’s opener

Vietnam's national football team will face hosts Thailand in the opening match of the King’s Cup 2019 in Thailand on June 5, which had its draw on Thursday.

DRVN proposes heavier punishments to combat drunk driving

The Directorate of Roads in Viet Nam (DRVN) has proposed heavier punishments for drink drivers after a string of accidents resulted in the death of several victims in April and May.

Vietnam defeat South Africa 3-0 in U19’s friendly

Vietnam beat South Africa 3-0 in their second match at an international friendly tournament in Xiamen, China on Tuesday.

Opening Vietnam up to Industry 4.0

The country’s big potential in IT and large smartphone penetration are the key enablers for Vietnam to develop its digital economy.

Hanoi plans 16,000 square-metre parking lot under Thu Le Zoo

Chairman of Hanoi People's Committee Nguyen Duc Chung has approved of the plan to use 16,000 square metres of land at Thu Le Zoo to build an underground parking lot.

 

VN central bank injects $236 million to improve banks' liquidity

The State Bank of Viet Nam (SBV) net injected more than VND5.51 trillion (US$236.69 million) into the market last week to support the liquidity of the banking system.

 

Deputy Defence Minister Nguyen Chi Vinh visits Cuba

Deputy Minister of Defence Sen. Lt. Gen. Nguyen Chi Vinh is leading a delegation from the ministry on an official visit to Cuba from May 4 to 8.

Power hike dominates NA’s Standing Committee discussions

The recent hike in power prices and public concern over climbing electricity bills dominated discussions of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee on Wednesday.

Vietnam strives to effectively manage solid waste

Management of solid waste has not met the requirements of environmental protection, thus Vietnam is making efforts to manage solid waste in a more effective way, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Vo Tuan Nhan said.

Cruise boats to serve Vesak 2019

Twelve cruise vessels have been launched to serve delegates and visitors at the upcoming the 16th United Nations Days of Vesak (UNDV), Vesak 2019.

 

HCM City calls for investment in 210 projects worth US$51.6 billion

In an aim to attract more investment for much-needed infrastructure, HCM City is touting its efforts to become a digital- and knowledge-based economy with a highly skilled workforce.

 

Vietnam finalises agreement to trade legal timber with EU

Starting from June 1, Viet Nam could export only verified legal timber products to the EU markets as the Voluntary Partnership Agreement on Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (VPA/FLECT) would officially enter into force.

 

VN consumers demand security, convenience in digital experience: report

As organisations and consumers increasingly interact over digital channels, both parties must find ways to establish mutual trust, British consumer credit reporting company Experian has said in a new report.

 

Screening of opera Eugene Onegin at C. Bechstein Showroom in HCMC

A screening of Russian composer Tchaikovsky’s opera Eugene Onegin, performed by the New York-based Metropolitan Opera, will be held at the C. Bechstein Showroom in HCM City on May 18.

 

Primitive human traces found in Tuyen Quang province

Evidence of primitive humans have been found in several sites in the mountainous area of Chiem Hoa district, the northern province of Tuyen Quang, according to archaeologists.

 

State Bank of Vietnam vows to flexibly direct monetary policy

Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) Nguyen Thi Hong has affirmed that the SBV will direct monetary policy in a proactive, flexible, and cautious manner, and in harmony with fiscal and other macro-economic policies.

Legislators comment on Government’s development reports

The National Assembly Standing Committee on May 8 commented on the Government’s reports which gave additional assessments on the socio-economic development and state budget situation in 2018 and the first months of this year.