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HCM City tightens control over illegal city centre parking

 Police in HCM City's District 1 worked overnight to deal with illegal parking on March 24-25.

Ninh Thuan Grape Festival 2019 promises various activities

 The Ninh Thuan Grape Festival which will be held from April 26 to May 2 is expected to attract hundreds of visitors and promote the culture and viniculture of Ninh Thuan Province.

Eximbank announces new Chairwoman of Board of Directors

Vietnam Export-Import Bank (Eximbank) announced on March 22 that it appointed Luong Thi Cam Tu, a board member of Eximbank, as the new Chairwoman of the Eximbank’s Board of Directors in the 2015-2020 tenure.

Father kills newborn son over family quarrel

 A father in the central province of Nghe An has been arrested after throwing his seven-day-old son into a well which led to the baby's death.

New policy to speed up bad debt settlement

 The central bank is drafting a new circular regulating credit institutions’ trading and handling of non-performing loans (NPL) with the aim of forcing the institutions to focus more on bad debt settlement.

VN companies urged to prepare for US-China trade war impacts

 With trade protectionism increasing, Vietnamese companies should prepare for trade-related lawsuits and disputes but also capitalise on possible opportunities from the ongoing US-China trade war, a top trade remedy official has said.

HCM City solicits foreign-invested firms’ support to develop economy

 HCM City has called on foreign-owned enterprises to further contribute to its development by sharing their experience, ideas and technologies as well as investing in large projects.

Central bank hands banks fait accompli: increase non-interest income

 VietNamNet Bridge – In 2019 the State Bank of Viet Nam has set a credit growth target for the banking sector of 14 per cent, lower than the rates of 18 per cent in 2017 and 17 per cent in 2018.

Plastic bags in traditional markets challenge environment

The National Strategy on Environment Protection aims to cut plastic bag use in traditional markets in half by 2020. However, the goal is difficult due to numerous factors.

 

Naval soldiers in the fight against smugglers

The Coast Guard Zone 3 has for many years fought criminals in the country’s East and Southeast sea, especially drug and fuel smugglers. 

Village preserves scent of fish sauce

Situated at the foot of the Hai Van Pass, 17km northwest of Da Nang city, Nam O village boasts pristine beaches and a thriving fishing industry. 

Vietnam retail market lacks cohesion

Since joining the World Trade Organization in 2007, Vietnam’s retail sector has made big strides. However, shortcomings are still evident as it lacks connections between retailers.

 

Vietnam in urgent need of legislation to prevent child sex abuse: experts

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam still lacks mechanisms to prevent the abuse of children in various forms and support children victims, participants 

HCM City Light Festival kicks off on April 5 for nat’l holiday

HCM City streets will be lined with LED lights for the upcoming long holiday celebrating Hung Kings Memorial Day on the 10th of the third lunar month, the 44th Reunification Day on April 30, and Labour Day on May 1.  

Retailers stop iPhone 8 distribution because of low demand

Dang Thanh Phong from The Gioi Di Dong has confirmed with Nguoi Lao Dong that the leading mobile phone distribution chain in Vietnam has stopped selling the iPhone 8 because of the slow sales of the model. 

Five most nostalgic coffee shops in HCM city

Fortunately, there still remains a handful of Ho Chi Minh city coffee shops where one can indulge in nostalgia and an authentic ambiance whilst enjoying a good cup of coffee. 

Addicts receive free job training at detox establishments

 VietNamNet Bridge – A 31-year-old man from HCM City burst into tears 11 months ago when his daughter visited him for the first time at Detoxification Establishment No 3 in Binh Duong Province.

Forest illegally cut down along National Road 29 ahead of construction

Dozens of hectares of forest were illegally cut down and private properties were constructed along National Road 29 in the area between Ea Súp and Buon Don districts as authorities admitted they were struggling to stop the encroachment.

Thai ethnic rain festival prays for bumper crops

Rain praying festival is a fascinating spiritual activity of white Thai people in Muong Sang commune, Moc Chau district, Son La province. Praying for rain is crucial to Thai people as it ensures a bountiful and prosperous year ahead.

 

Cafe brings life to recycled goods

The large-scale issue of plastic waste has been developing in recent years, despite numerous warnings set out by environmental protection organisations and many public awareness campaigns attempting to minimise environmental waste.