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Challenge Vietnam 2019 to start in Nha Trang

 The International Challenge Vietnam triathlon 2019 will get set on July 14 next year.

Central Highlands provinces to receive $4.4 billion for irrigation investment

Central Highlands provinces would receive US$4.4 billion in ivestment to develop irrigation systems, according to a scheme which has been approved by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Vietnam shifts to export high-quality rice

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam is trying to re-position itself as an exporter of high-quality rice instead of low-quality white rice. 


VN universities offer e-learning to more students

 VietNamNet Bridge – More universities in the country are taking advantage of IT to improve access to higher education and the quality of training.

Mekong Delta lacks long-term lighting plan

 VietNamNet Bridge – Provinces in the Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta have been advised to seek funds from the private sector to invest in energy-saving lighting and ensure sustainable lighting for its cities and provinces. 

Hanoi Pride Festival 2018 filled with joy, colours

Themed “Love, Hanoi”, Hanoi Pride 2018 took place in Hanoi on November 11 with various fascinating activities, including bike rally, walking parade and live music.

Fat-clogged cells explain why obesity can cause cancer

 A new discovery could explain why obese people are more likely to develop cancer, scientists say.

Autonomous management gives boost to local universities

 After three years of implementing autonomous management, the higher education sector has witnessed several positive changes. However, obstacles remain which need to be addressed before the mechanism can be applied more widely.

SCIC transferred to state capital management committee

 The State Capital Investment Corporation (SCIC) was transferred from the Ministry of Finance to the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC) on November 12.

Government News 13/11

Spain’s region shares experience in sustainable urban development with Hanoi, Vietnamese, Philippine naval forces step up exchange, Legislators to discuss judicial issues on Nov. 13, Ambassador to Indonesia welcomed by Vice President Jusuf Kalla

Social News 13/11

 HCMC hospital provides two-wheeled ambulance service, Quảng Trị Police arrest 2 for smuggling fireworks, Dengue fever breaks out in Quảng Nam, Vietnam hosts health sector’s 11th Asia-Pacific Future Trends Forum

PM to attend APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Papua New Guinea

 Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc will attend the 26th Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Papua New Guinea at the invitation of the host's Prime Minister Peter O’Neill.

Awards honour excellence amongst digital firms

 A ceremony presenting first-ever Vietnam Digital Awards 2018 will be held at the Hanoi Opera House and broadcast live on VTV2 on November 19, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Minh Hong told the press on November 12.

More enterprises transferred to state capital management committee

 The Ministry of Transport (MoT) has handed over five corporations under its management to the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC). 

Miss Earth 2018 welcomed home

 Miss Earth 2018 Nguyen Phuong Khanh was warmly welcomed back home when she landed at the Tan Son Nhat Airport on Sunday.

Mourning dog waits for 80 days in road where owner died

 A loyal dog which has waited on a busy road for more than 80 days after its owner died there has captured the hearts of online communities in China.

Fans scramble for Vietnam-Malaysia match tickets

 Vietnamese football fans scrambled to buy tickets for a match between Vietnam and Malaysia in the ongoing ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Suzuki Cup 2018. 

New aviation decree to ease burden for firms

 A governmental decree drafted by the transport ministry to simplify business conditions for potential investors in the aviation sector has been sent to Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc for approval.

Aviation business licence granted to Bamboo Airways

 Deputy Minister of Transport Le Dinh Tho signed to grant an aviation business licence for Bamboo Airways, owned by property developer FLC Group, on November 12.

Better school facilities help students and teachers

 VietNamNet Bridge – Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a project to replace crumbling classrooms and upgrading educational equipment to create the best conditions for students.