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World Federation of Trade Unions backs Vietnam’s sovereignty in East Sea

The World Federation of Trade Unions Presidential Council asserts its absolute support for Vietnam to protect the national sovereignty and sovereign right in the East Sea by peaceful means in line with the UN Charter and international law.

Vietnam’s Internet speed ranked at 12th in Asia

 Vietnam’s Internet speed was ranked 12 th in the Asian region, according to a report recently released by the US-based content delivery network service provider Akamai Technologies.

RoK rescuers comb offshore waters for missing Vietnamese sailors

Republic of Korean rescue forces have entered the fourth day scouring the country’s waters for six Vietnamese sailors who remained missing after their fishing boat was found capsized about 110km east of Homigot port on March 3.

Will Vietnamese garment contractors win in the TPP?

 The much-debated Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) free trade agreement involving Vietnam and 11 other countries is now set to undergo at least a lengthy two-year period of much argument about the real value of the deal.

Dried fish as gift of Mekong Delta

VietNamNet Bridge – With a labyrinth of rivers and canals, the Mekong Delta is rich in fish and other aquatic products. Therefore, local people dry fish to make it a specialty of the region, which tourists often buy as a gift for family and friends.

Vietnamese designer Tri to launch collection in Tokyo

 Designer Nguyen Cong Tri will be the only Vietnamese representative to participate in the Asian Fashion Meets Tokyo show from March 14 to 19.

Security experts warn about spread of new ransomware virus ‘Locky’

VietNamNet Bridge - ‘Locky’, a new virus that encrypts victims’ files and demands ransom for decryption, has been spreading at an alarming rate, according to FPT, Vietnam’s largest information technology group.

HCM City dreams of building advanced schools

VietNamNet Bridge - HCM City local authorities have decided that there must be at least 24 schools that meet standards to approach regional and international education.

Low-cost carrier ‘great war’ begins

VietNamNet Bridge - Behind the current sales promotion campaigns for zero-dong and super-cheap fares is stiff competition among low-cost air carriers (LCC).

Millions of Vietnamese involved in pyramid-scheme business

 VietNamNet Bridge - After nearly 20 years in Vietnam, a pyramid-scheme business has attracted millions of people. Up to 90% of products are dietary supplements.

Shy langurs in Cat Tien National Park

VietNamNet Bridge - With an area of 72,000 hectares, harmonious nature, and a diverse habitat, the National Park of Cat Tien has a very rich fauna and flora system and many rare species, including primates.

Social News 7/3

 People with HIV lack legal aid, Fuel prices unchanged after nine cuts in a row, Justice ministry reviews anti-corruption performance, Government urged to take action on Paris climate deal, Hanoi pushing for energy efficiency

American spider silk manufacturer invests in Vietnam

 Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, Inc, a leading American manufacturer of spider silk-based fibre, has signed an agreement with a government entity in Viet Nam to develop its advanced silk technology.

Survivor writes book on My Lai massacre

 A book, written by one of only a dozen survivors of the 1968 My Lai massacre, was published on the 48th anniversary of the infamous incident.

Canon, Panasonic yet to expand in Vietnam this year

A handful of large Japanese enterprises operating in Vietnam admit to not harbouring plans to expand their operations in the country in 2016, while almost 64 percent want to increase local operations this year.

Unravelling cross ownership in the Vietnamese banking system

The issue of cross ownership has hindered Vietnam’s banking industry over the last ten years, causing damage to and threatening the stability of the local banking system.

Lone plane crash survivor beats monumental odds

 VietNamNet Bridge – It didn't happen only once. When Duong's heart stopped beating for the third time, the family of the lone survivor of a plane crash expected the worst case scenario.

Wildlife trafficking poses risks to public health

 VietNamNet Bridge – Wildlife trafficking in Viet Nam and the high demand for exotic meat, jewelry, medicine and even pets is a threat not only to bio-diversity, but also to public health, according to environment experts.

Inside the first Nature Museum in Vietnam

 VietNamNet Bridge - About 1,400 unique specimens showing the formation of life over 3.6 billion years are on display at the Vietnam Museum of Nature in Cau Giay district, Hanoi.

Burger King still faces problems despite backing by tycoon

VietNamNet Bridge - Burger King, a famous fast-food brand, has experienced tough days in the Vietnam market.