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ASEAN Para Games delayed indefinitely

The ASEAN Para Games in the Philippines have been delayed indefinitely because of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), according to the Vietnam Paralympic Association (VPA).

Vietnam to develop a master plan on environmental monitoring system

Vietnam is planning to develop a master plan on an environment and natural resource monitoring system to better prevent natural disasters and protect the environment.

How much is needed to be listed among the top stock billionaires in Vietnam?

In 2009, when the VN Index soared from 324 points to the year's peak of 630 points, the richest stock billionaire had total assets worth over VND9 trillion. 

Overseas Vietnamese scientist helps develop biotechnology in Vietnam

Nguyen Quoc Binh returned to Vietnam from Canada, accepted an invitation to help HCM City’s leaders lay a foundation for the biotechnology sector.

Hanoi student wins scholarships to five US high schools

A Vietnamese student has just won scholarships to five high schools in the US.

 

Unique century-old house in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Until now, the house has become a must-visit cultural site when foreign visitors arrive in Hanoi.

Bibliophile dedicates to bring books to ethnic minority children

For Nguyen Tu Anh, books are everything. In his hundred-square-metre rented house in HCM City, books can be found literally everywhere. 

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Export-import to China impacted by COVID-19

 

Thousands in Ca Mau affected by subsidence

Over 20,000 households in Ca Mau are being threatened by erosion along with drought and saline intrusion.

 

Vietnamese medical staff win fight with COVID-19

Amid global concerns over coronavirus, the full recovery of the first two patients who tested positive for the virus in Vietnam affirmed the professional competence of Vietnamese physicians and the Government’s efforts to address the epidemic.

 

Level playing field between public and private enterprises

Economist Dinh The Hien talks about why the Government should create a fair legal corridor for both the private and public sectors.

Battle heats up among coffee chains in Vietnam

Highlands Coffee has been expanding its chain at a lightening speed, while Trung Nguyen has opened E-Coffee and Cong is exporting products.

Tech companies looking global

Local tech platforms and startups aim to take on the world but doing so won't be easy.

Is the local fashion scene in danger?

With the opening of Japanese fashion giant Uniqlo in HCM City, locals now have another shopping option for affordable clothing, but the new store could also pose a threat to the local fashion industry.

Rice plate on the wall

Thousands of free lunches have been provided for poor, underprivileged patients at 14 hospitals in the Central Highlands province of Dak Lak, inspired by the story of two cups of coffee – “One On The Wall” – set in Venice, Italy.

Young chef preserves traditional Hanoi cuisine

I first met Nguyen Phuong Hai in Hanoi a month ago when he was holding a class to teach people how to make bánh chưng (square sticky rice cake). 

Hanoi’s biggest market quiet amid coronavirus fears

Hanoi’s biggest market at Dong Xuan is deserted amid fears of coronavirus.

Vietnam chairs AICHR’s 30th meeting in Hanoi

The 30th meeting of the ASEAN Inter-Governmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) took place in Hanoi from February 18-21.

Court reduces penalty for former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs

The High-level People’s Court in Hanoi on February 21 reduced sentences for three defendants, including former Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Le Bach Hong.

Wildlife massacre: forest rangers do little to prevent it

Reporters provided photos and evidence about the slaughter of Red-Book-listed wild animals to forest rangers, but they remained unruffled.