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Discovering the beauty of Ba Lang An Peninsula

Summer has come, and many tourists are flocking to Ba Lang An Peninsula to immerse themselves in the crystal clear water, listen to the musical sounds of nature, enjoy ancient rock formations, and eat fresh seafood.

Vietnam to reinforce defence ties with New Zealand, UK, Singapore

 Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Ngo Xuan Lich had bilateral meetings with defence officials of New Zealand, the UK and Singapore on June 1 on the sidelines of the 17th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.

Government News 2/6

PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc hosts leaders of Argentinean provinces, Lawmakers discuss draft laws on 11th working day, Vietnam attends international seminar on Marxism in Nepal, Vietnam, Japan agree to step up security cooperation

Saigon - Then and Now

Saigon has changed a lot over the years, yet in some ways it is still the same, let’s take a look at 50 years of transformation from 1955 to 2005.

Social News 2/6

Books on Vietnam handed over to Netherlands’ Leiden University, Religions actively participate in environmental protection, Quang Nam hands over flood-proof houses to affected families

Thai investors acquiring more retail market share

With well-known brands, Thai investors have a range of modern retail types in Vietnam, from shopping malls and supermarkets to home appliance centers and convenience stores.

Teachers help poor kids access schools

 VietNamNet Bridge – Two years ago, Troi did not attend the new school year ceremony of Son Thuong Secondary School in central Quang Ngai Province’s Son Ha mountainous District.

Mountainous pupils learn about border

 Believe it or not, this was a lesson for the pupils of A Ngo Secondary School in central Quang Tri Province’s Dakrong border District to learn about border laws. The province borders Laos.

Photo book of Vietnamese pagodas rolled out in HCM City

 More than 30 pagodas across the nation are featured in a photo book “Vietnam Pagodas” by French photographer and reporter Nicolas Cornet, which was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on June 1.

Vietnam, Bangladesh to work in UN peacekeeping operations

 The army of Bangladesh and Vietnam can share experience and work together in various fields, especially in United Nations peacekeeping operations and natural disaster prevention and relief, said a Bangladeshi diplomat.

HCM City to host exhibitions on ICT, broadcasting, electronics

 More than 300 units from 20 countries and territories worldwide have registered to participate in the Vietnam ICT COMM slated for June 7-9 in Ho Chi Minh City. 

US seeks further cooperation with Vietnam in defence industry

 US Defence Minister James Mattis urged Vietnam and the US to enhance cooperation in defence industry and consider signing suitable documents to create a foundation for the collaboration. 

Ebola screenings to be intensified at VN's border gates, hospitals

 Screenings will be intensified at border gates and hospitals to early detect people suspected to contract deadly virus Ebola, particularly those who return from affected areas.

Sea and Island Week launched in Quang Ninh province

 The Vietnam Sea and Island Week was launched in the northern coastal province of Quang Ninh by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and the local People’s Committee on May 31.

Military Bank to increase charter capital to over $951.5 million

 The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) recently approved a proposal of the Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) to raise its charter capital. 

France’s naval ships visit Ho Chi Minh City

 The French Navy’s Mistral-class amphibious assault ship Dixmude and La Fayette-class frigate FS Surcouf with 713 officers and sailors on board began their five-day visit to Ho Chi Minh City on June 1. 

Vietnam’s most modern children’s hospital inaugurated

 The City Children’s Hospital – the most modern of its kind in Vietnam – was officially inaugurated in Ho Chi Minh City on June 1 after four years of construction.

President Tran Dai Quang receives Japanese lower house official

President Tran Dai Quang receives Japanese lower house official, President asks for JICA support in key areas, President meets Japan’s lower house speaker

Runaway executive added to wanted list

 Police announced on Thursday evening it had issued a wanted notice against former company executive Vu Dinh Duy, under whose leadership a State-owned firm lost millions of dollars.

Festival to highlight wisdom of ethnic cultures in Hanoi

 A symphony of the diversified culture of various ethnic groups will be performed on Saturday in the walking street by Hoan Kiem Lake.