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International press continues headlines on APEC 2017

 International press continued to praise the 2017 APEC Economic Leaders’ Week, which took place in Da Nang city on November 6-11, and Vietnam as the host.

Vietnamese culture features Buddhist legacy

 Since Buddhism entered Vietnam from India and China years ago, has mixed with the nation’s traditions and beliefs, while contributing to shaping the nation’s cultural heritage.

Dams release water, flood several areas

 VietNamNet Bridge – Seven dams and reservoirs in Quang Nam and Thua Thien-Hue provinces have begun releasing water as the central region experiences torrential downpours.

Vietnamese fashion brands warn they may lose home market

Vietnamese fashion and garment companies have usually focused on outsourcing and have ignored branding. But the business strategy will no longer fit the new circumstances as more and more foreign brands have landed in Vietnam.

Russian paper hails Son Doong Cave as lost world underground

 Russia Today has hailed the imposing beauty of Son Doong cave in Vietnam’s central Quang Binh.

Antibiotics plague husbandry

 VietNamNet Bridge – Abuse of antibiotics in animal husbandry is alarming in Viet Nam, experts have warned.

First river bus in HCM City to be operational on November 25

 The first-ever river bus route in Ho Chi Minh City will be put into operation on November 25 with the hope of easing road traffic loads.

Tourism week honours natural heritage

 The beauty of Vietnam's natural heritage is the focus of activities at the Green Heritage Culture and Tourism Week, which opened in Hanoi on November 20.

Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh on RoK visit

 Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh is on a working trip to the Republic of Korea (RoK) from November 18-23 at the invitation of the RoK government. 

Seoul Governor receives Vietnam’s honorary doctorate

 Da Lat University in Da Lat city, the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong, has presented the honorary doctoral degree to Hwang Kyo Ahn, the Governor of Seoul, the capital city of the Republic of Korea. 

Vietnam urges building of vision for responsible ASEM

 As the Asia–Europe Meeting (ASEM) enters the third decade, it is time to build a vision for a responsible and responsive ASEM as a champion for multilateral cooperation, said a senior Vietnamese official.

NA deputies debate special policies for HCM City’s growth

 Deputies at the 14th National Assembly discussed a resolution on special mechanisms and policies for Ho Chi Minh City’s development during their November 20 sitting as part of the ongoing NA’s fourth session.

Mekong Delta seeks sustainable development in response to climate change

 Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has signed a resolution to sustainably develop the Mekong Delta as part of efforts to cope with climate change.

Milestones in 20-year-old Internet use in Vietnam

 Milestones in 20-year-old Internet use in Vietnam

Zimbabwe latest: Mugabe faces impeachment by parliament

 The party of Zimbabwe's embattled President Robert Mugabe is to begin moves to impeach him.

Capital city nightlife set to get an extension

 VietNamNet Bridge – Municipal authorities have got a clear message from the public, including foreign visitors – they like the extended nightlife option.

HCM City seeks another $800m as metro line 2 sees cost overrun

HCM City has asked the Government for an additional US$800 million for the metro No 2 line from Ben Thanh to Tham Luong to accommodate design changes and permission to delay completion until 2024.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 21/11

Dung Quat EZ finds fruitful partnership in Korea, SOE reform to fuel higher economic growth, Da Nang to host ASEAN Banking Council Meeting, Viet Nam Expo to begin on December 6

Cinema complexes expand, market still large enough for newcomers

VietNamNet Bridge - The cinema market was estimated to have modest value of $6 million in 2008, but the figure soared by 10 times in 2013 and exceeded the $100 million threshold in 2015, according to CGV.

Coal-fired power plants serving industry worsening pollution

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam’s coal-fired power plants which generate electricity and those serving industrial plants are worsening pollution.