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Vietnam wins big at international kids model contest

 VietNamNet Bridge – Little models from Vietnam wowed judges at the Luxury Brand Kids Model Awards 2018 held in South Korea.

Tropical depression hits south central provinces, claiming 12 lives

 VietNamNet Bridge – Torrential downpour caused by a tropical depression hit the coastal city of Nha Trang on Sunday, resulting in multiple deaths and damage to infrastructure.

Ancient tombs and jewelries found on Ly Son Island

 VietNamNet Bridge – Archaeologists from Quang Ngai Museum and the Archaeology Institute have found six ancient tombs and jewellery dating back about 2,000 years.

Famous composer’s jazz album released

 VietNamNet Bridge – A music production in jazz by music producer and composer Vo Thien Thanh of HCM City has been released, after six years of composing and recording.  

BUSINESS NEWS IN BRIEF 19/11

Stable growth predicted for steel consumption until year’s end, Work on two North-South expressway sections begins next year, PM approves orientations on ODA use, Vietnam Airlines receives first Airbus A321neo plane

Social News 19/11

HCMC approves hire of pumping machines to cope with street flooding, 200,000 Vietnamese people have stroke annually, VNUHCMC - University of Science announces new research results

Foreign capital returns to Vietnam’s banks

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam’s banking sector, after overcoming a difficult period because of high bad debt in 2012-2014, has begun recovering.


Teachers, parents still confused about STEM education

Despite instructions from management agencies, many schools in HCMC say they do not have a thorough understanding of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) education.

Wild animals in sanctuaries threatened by poachers

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnamese laws impose heavy sanctions on wildlife trafficking, but many violations still occur.


University students invent low-cost fire alarm system

VietNamNet Bridge - A group of students have invented a fire alarm system using the internet that can accurately locate a fire and issue alarms.

Kim Tae Hee to arrive in Hanoi

 Well-known Korean star Kim Tae Hee will arrive in Hanoi on November 22-23, according to her management company.

Thailand’s newspaper advises on discovering Da Lat

 The night market used to be a vegetable and fruit market before it became a tourist attraction in Da Lat.

Vietnam expects high-quality FDI inflows after CPTPP ratification

 Economy Minister Nguyen Chi Dung affirmed that Vietnam will not attract FDI at all cost. Rather, it will facilitate projects based on high technology, source technology, and a high added value.

Bamboo Airways to launch long-awaited first flight on December 29

 The airline’s first routes are Quy Nhon – Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh – Quy Nhon.

HCM City approves new housing plan to 2020

 A new housing plan to 2020 that will improve city landscapes and quality of life for its residents has been approved by HCM City authorities. 

Vietnam needs to develop affordable homes

 The real estate market is suffering a severe shortage of affordable homes despite the segment witnessing huge demand, attendees heard at a recent conference.

Nearly 116,700 Vietnamese workers sent abroad

 Vietnam sent some 116,700 workers to foreign countries and territories in the first 10 months of this year, exceeding the yearly plan by 6.07 percent.

2,400 tickets reserved for Vietnamese fans for VN-Myanmar game

 As many as 2,400 tickets are reserved for Vietnamese football fans in demand for the Vietnam – Myanmar match of the Group A in the ongoing ASEAN Federation Football (AFF) Suzuki Cup 2018.

Experiencing local life in Lang Son

 When visiting the northern province of Lang Son, Bac Son district’s Quynh Son commune is often the first stop for tourists who wish to experience local life through homestays.

Vietnam, NZ agree to realise Action Programme for 2017-2020

 Vietnam and New Zealand on November 18 agreed to actively coordinate in realising the Action Programme for the 2017-2020 between the two countries.