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HCM City faces risk of cholera epidemic

 VietNamNet Bridge – A snail sample taken from a market in HCM City tested positive for cholera, according to the Ministry of Health.

China prohibits cross-border rice imports from Vietnam

Vietnamese enterprises that export rice to China across the border have said that China, as expected, has prohibited rice imports from Vietnam through unofficial channels. However, they say this will not affect the domestic market.

Vietnam to see 'super moon' on August 11

 VietNamNet Bridge – In the early morning of August 11, two consecutive astronomical events, a full moon and supermoon, will be visible in Vietnam.

Designer Vo Viet Chung to attend Couture Fashion Week in New York

 VietNamNet Bridge - Vo Viet Chung, the well-known designer, will introduce his collection "Cochinchina’s Beauty” at the Couture Fashion Week in New York on September 5-7.

Passengers of canceled flights to get higher compensation

CAAV is drafting a circular intended to increase compensation amounts that airlines will have to pay for passengers affected by their flight delays and cancellations,

Political News 8/8

 Defence Minister receives outgoing US Ambassador; Vietnam calls on parties to respect Gaza truce; Vietnam treasures traditional ties with DPRK; Party chief extends congratulations to Venezuelan leader

Tu Lan cave tour offers glimpse into mystical underground world

 VietNamNet Bridge – It's unfortunate to admit, but travelling through Viet Nam can sometimes be hit and miss. As a fairly seasoned explorer, I've had my fair share of blips on the itinerary, like Hai Phong or "grim Vinh",

Vietnam, Poland agree to further defence ties

Vietnam and Poland will soon organise a deputy ministerial-level defence dialogue and work together in training and defence industry.

EC Vice President to visit Vietnam

 The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Catherine Ashton, who is also Vice President of the European Commission (EC) will pay an official visit to Vietnam from August 11-12.

ASEAN to deliberate maritime security and safety in East Sea

 ASEAN countries will expound on how best to ensure peace and stability in the region at the 47th ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meeting (AMM-47) in Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar from August 8-10.

Vietnam decries China’s illegal activities on Paracel islands

 Vietnam has repeatedly asserted its undisputable sovereignty over the two archipelagoes-Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly).

Photo: “Votive workshop” operates at full capacity on the day of wandering souls

Song Ho commune in Bac Ninh province is the largest votive product production base in the country. A week before the full moon day of the 7th month on lunar calendar – the day of wandering souls - the village had to work all night.

Industry plans get green light

VietNamNet Bridge – The Government has approved four action plans in an effort to fulfill the Viet Nam Industrialisation Strategy formed as a part of the Viet Nam – Japan cooperation framework until 2020 with a vision to 2030.

Free wifi services available at railway stations and on trains

 VietNamNet Bridge - The Vietnam Railway Corporation has announced that it will provide free Internet services at seven railways stations and then on trains.

Diverse themes mark coffee shop culture

 VietNamNet Bridge – With a blend of tradition and modernity, Sai Gon, officially known as Ho Chi Minh City, has recently offered a wide range of coffee shops for trendy Asian youth.

Fort Hood’s Luong becomes first Vietnamese-American general

Fort Hood Col. Viet Xuan Luong became the first Vietnamese American to be made a general in US history in an August 6 ceremony at Cooper Field at Fort Hood, attracting Austin police and members of the local Vietnamese community.

HCM City orchestra to perform famous Beethoven symphony

VietNamNet Bridge – The HCM City Ballet and Symphony Orchestra will play one of Beethoven's most famous compositions, Symphony No.5 in C minor, Op. 67, or the Symphony of Destiny, at the HCM City Opera House

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 8/8

 Canada conducts investigation on Vietnam’s OCTG; Crimes at major banks prompt call for oversight; Coal industry aims to increase production in H2; Low interest loans needed to replant aged coffee fields; 4G may need unique approach in Vietnam

Visitors from Chinese-speaking markets fall

VietNamNet Bridge – The number of visitors to Vietnam from Chinese-speaking markets dropped sharply in July, two months after China’s illegal deployment of Haiyang Shiyou-981 oil rig and escort ships in Vietnam’s exclusive economic zone

Photos: Colorful flowers on the streets of Hanoi

 VietNamNet Bridge – Mobile flower shops on old bicycles are Hanoi’s “specialty”. When they appear, you know it is spring or autumn in the city.