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Nielsen: Consumers favoring mobile buying

 Forty-six per cent of Vietnamese consumers have purchased a product or service on their mobile device in the past six months, according the latest report from Nielsen entitled “Mobile Money Makes the World Go Around”, released on October 26.

Ao Dai to become ‘tourism ambassador’

 The 'Ao Dai' is a symbol of the beauty of Vietnamese women as well as the country’s culture. Tourism directors are seeking solutions to preserve and promote the traditional value of Ao Dai.

Keeping traditional bamboo toys popular

 VietNamNet Bridge – Colourful bamboo dragonflies perched on thin, pointed bamboo sticks are not just cute souvenir toys, they reflect the agricultural traditions and craftmanship of Vietnamese farmers.

Hanoi’s outskirts face increased pressure as agricultural land recedes

 VietNamNet Bridge – Residents living in outlying areas of Ha Noi continue to face challenges brought by urbanisation, participants heard at a conference yesterday, Oct 27.

Public warned about bank security

 The public is being asked to become more aware about guarding  personal data to avoid potential loopholes in local bank security systems.


Abandoning “achievement phenomenon” in education to reinforce transparency

VietNamNet would like to introduce the last part of the talks “30 years of innovation: A look from the national education policy”

Hanoi’s air pollution ranks second in the world

 VietNamNet Bridge - The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently given a warning that Vietnam has particularly high levels of air pollution compared to other countries in Asia and the Pacific. 

Vietnam and the “smart approach” in the East Sea

 VietNamNet Bridge – With a small country like Vietnam, pursuing civil sovereignty in the sea is a smart approach.

How has climate change affected Vietnam?

VietNamNet Bridge - In 2016, the consequences of climate change in Vietnam were evident with 10 typhoons and seven tropical depressions in the East Sea, more than the average of many years ago. 

Nguyen Hue pedestrian square to host first dragon dance festival

 VietNamNet Bridge – Twelve dragon and unicorn dance troupes in HCMC will gather at the pedestrian square on Nguyen Hue Boulevard in the center of town from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Sunday for the city’s first dragon dance festival.

How to attract overseas Vietnamese to return to VN

VietNamNet introduce "The policy to attract overseas Vietnamese to build the country" talks with Minister Phung Xuan Nha, Prof. Ngo Bao Chau, former VietNamNet chief-editor Nguyen Anh Tuan, and the Hanoi University of Technology Rector.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 28/10

 Compatibility between Vietnam’s laws, TPP commitments reviewed, Rice exports hit 4.2 million tonnes, VN laws need fine tuning for TPP: report, Public-private apparel firms ink deal, Delta provinces urged to adapt to climate change

Forest land tenure yet to yield full benefits: experts

VietNamNet Bridge – Viet Nam has improved its policy framework on forest land tenure, but contradictions and implementation weaknesses persist, experts said at a workshop on Wednesday, Oct 26.

Autonomy mechanism granted to Hanoi university

Ha Noi University of Science and Technology will have the right to use tuition as well as funds from enterprises and the government without asking permission from the Ministry of Education and Training after its pilot project on university autonomy

Forest land illegally encroached in Dak Nong

 VietNamNet Bridge – Natural forest area, located in zone 1668 and 1674 in Quang Son Commune of Dak Glong District in the Central Highlands province of Dak Nong, has gradually vanished.

Discover the land of salted fish in Vietnam

The brands of mam ca (fish sauce or salted fish) – a specialty of An Giang – are usually named after teachers. Explore the world of mam ca through the following photos of markets in Tinh Bien district and Chau Doc city, An Giang.

Vinamilk enters Thai market

 VietNamNet Bridge - Vinamilk yoghurt isnow available at supermarkets and large stores in Thailand, with a higher price than average.

Da Nang bans civil servants from surfing on Facebook during office hours

 VietNamNet Bridge – The central city of Da Nang has told its public servants and employees of state agencies to not use social networks, especially Facebook, for personal purposes during working hours.

Social News 28/10

 Modern general hospital opens in northwest region, Farmers in flooded regions in dire needs of seedlings, breeding stock, Man sentenced for transporting banned goods, Man held for attacking policeman

Tan Son Nhat airport opens expanded terminal

 The expanded international terminal of Tan Son Nhat International Airport was put into operation on October 26, raising its annual capacity from ten million to 13 million passengers in the first phase.