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Short film raises public awareness of environmental pollution

 VietNamNet Bridge – Change/350.org Vietnam is joining forces with Global Greengrants Fund to unveil a short film titled “I don’t care” about environmental pollution and climate change, featuring local celebrities’ viewpoints.

National Assembly scrutiny needs to be tightened

 There has been much talk about the National Assembly’s silent deputies, which has led to discussions about how to improve the quality of the work done by the people’s elected representatives.

Thai retailers replace Vietnamese goods at supermarkets

VietNamNet Bridge - The volume of Vietnamese goods now available at supermarkets and shopping malls has dropped by two thirds as many have been replaced by Thai products.

Aircraft maintenance center: Russia chooses Thailand, not Vietnam

VietNamNet Bridge - Vietnam is capable of meeting the requirements to establish an aircraft maintenance center, but it has not put forward the idea. 

Vietnam Festival 2016 to take place in Tokyo in June

 The Vietnam Festival 2016 is scheduled to take place in Yoyogi Park in Tokyo on June 11-12, the organisers announced on May 11.

Restructuring credit institutions top priority: State Bank's Governor

 The State Bank of Vietnam's Governor Le Minh Hung talks about the opportunities and challenges that the banking system will face in the near future.

Five top islands in the South

If you’re looking for a coveted island holiday getaway to enjoy the beach, scuba diving, fishing, hiking - along with spectacular seafood and traditional Vietnamese cuisine all at an affordable price here are five hot choices

Social News 15/5

 Startup contest opens to young participants, HCM City welcomes 1.8 million foreign tourists, HCM City sees increase in job creation, Khanh Hoa: 3,480 households face sever water shortage, New wildlife park in Quy Nhon will open in July

Hanoi retail is going ‘open air’ by 2020

Shoppers in Hanoi can expect to see more open-air lifestyle centres than closed-in, windowless malls, if a proposed redevelopment plan for the capital city is approved, says the Hanoi Department of Industry and Commerce.

Khang wins stage, Tùng leads cycling cup

Nguyễn Phạm Quốc Khang secured his second win at the Hạt NgọcTrời Cycling Cup by winning the fifth stage May 13.

Folk music with a contemporary style

Although they have different backgrounds, four female performers of the Giao Thời (Transition) band have all faced challenges and worked hard to make a strong impression on the country’s music scene.

German writes about Vietnamese expats

A novel by German author Karin Kalisa about expatriate Vietnamese was released in Vietnamese recently in Hà Nội.

Experts decry realty profit transfer rules

Regulations banning the use of profits from property alienation to cover losses in other businesses discourage property firms from expanding their investments and make tax policies seem unfair, experts said.

Firms vie for safe food ventures

Amid growing concerns in Việt Nam about unsafe food, many foreign and local firms are exploring opportunities to produce safe food in the country.

Enterprises urged to help protect rights of children

UNICEF will engage with businesses in Việt Nam to build a culture of respect and support for children’s rights among them, an official has said.

Salt producers abandon fields as prices fall

Salt producers have had a good harvest this year, but low prices are affecting their livelihoods.

World Bank loans Việt Nam $150m

The World Bank has approved a loan of US$150 million to Việt Nam to improve local development policies related to economic management and competitiveness.

’Certified’ fake fertilisers fined

Eleven units assigned to test fertiliser quality - and to grant quality certification to production and business facilities nationwide - would face severe punishment for violations, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) said.

The ambitions of "billion USD" empires in Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge - Masan, FPT, Vinamilk ... are aiming to be recognized globally in the near future and become the pride of Vietnam through the creation of a unique model of successful business in Asia.

VN needs clean energy strategy

Việt Nam needs a strategy on renewable energy development to ensure energy safety in the context of the country’s rapid economic growth and global climate change, said energy experts.