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Mekong Delta grapples with erosion, subsidence

Erosion and subsidence along canals, rivers and coasts have been severe in many areas in the Mekong Delta and local authorities are struggling to raise funds for works to prevent them.

Return of foreign tourists breathes energy back into Ta Hien street

Following a brief lull in business as a result of the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Ta Hien street in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter has become increasingly busy due to the return of foreign visitors.

Fugitive turns himself in to flee the coronavirus outbreak

A wanted fugitive has surrendered to the police in the hope of avoiding the coronavirus crisis.

Vietnam Atomic Energy Institute's use of research results in practice commended

Phan Son Hai, director of the Da Lat Nuclear Research Institute, when asked about about the institute’s achievements, put emphasis on radioactive isotope production.

1,000 'green' houses to be developed in Vietnam in 2020

Vietnam expects to have some 1,000 houses integrated with sustainable energy solutions by the end of this year under an initiative by the Vietnam Coalition for Climate Action (VCCA).

Parasite’s black-and-white version to roll out in Vietnam

A black-and-white version of multi-Oscar-award-winning film Parasite hits box offices nationwide ON Monday, promising a more intimate visual experience for cinemagoers.

US ties expand on back of power plans

Vietnam is diversifying its sources of power in the direction of reducing coal-fired power and raising the share of renewable energy and liquefied natural gas-based power, creating a new race for investors.

Coronavirus: Why did infections shoot up South Korea?

How the practices of a secretive religious sect may have played into the rapid spread of the virus.

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Vinamilk signs $20 million contract in Dubai

Airlines try every possible method to retain passengers during Covid-19 epidemic

All airlines in Vietnam, except Vasco, which flies on short-distance routes, are regularly updating information about their activities and sale promotion programs to attract passengers.

Vietnamese people urged not to leave South Korea

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs have warned Vietnamese people living in South Korea not to leave the country if unnecessary to minimize the potential transmission of the coronavirus.

 

Japan shares slump as Asia reacts to global sell-off

Tokyo shares drop sharply while Asian stock markets trade cautiously following big falls in US and UK.

Coronavirus: Worst-hit countries boost containment efforts

It comes as the number of cases globally surpasses 80,000 and amid fears of a possible pandemic.

Hundreds of corporations in VN transition to legal software, but warns of ongoing risks: BSA

Hundreds of corporations in Vietnam improved their cyber security and legal compliance by replacing illegal software with fully licensed programmes since the launch of BSA’s ASEAN software legalisation campaign last September.

HCM City authorities, property developers discuss solutions to problems plaguing market

The challenges that property developers face in HCM City were discussed at a meeting between the People’s Committee, relevant departments and developers last week.

 

BIDV puts auto firm Vinaxuki up for sale to recover bad debt

The Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV) has announced plans to put secured assets of Xuan Kien Auto JSC (Vinaxuki) up for auction...

Travellers from Korea's outbreak zones quarantined after entering VN

Travellers from South Korea’s Daegu and North Gyeongsang will be quarantined for 14 days upon arrival in Vietnam, the Ministry of Health announced on Monday.

Trains may have to stop running because of unreasonable policy

The Vietnam Railways Corporation (VNR) may have to stop running trains because of the lack of a policy to allocate money for train maintenance.

About 30 labs in Vietnam capable of testing for COVID-19

About 30 laboratories across Vietnam are capable of testing for COVID-19 at present, according to the Ministry of Health (MoH).

RoK, Vietnamese artists pay tribute to ‘unending inspiration’

Twenty-four artists from the Republic of Korea and Vietnam are showcasing works in different media as a celebration of the beauty of women.