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China’s version of East Sea events a pack of lies

China’s explanation is without merit and uses false allegations and clear fabrication to slander Vietnam of provocations.

Book cafes perk up youth reading culture

 VietNamNet Bridge – Book coffee shops are cropping up in major cities, attracting young people whose generation has increasingly turned its back on reading.

Chinese fishing ships intentionally intercept Vietnamese boats

Chinese fishing ships on June 13 intentionally formed a row, 35 nautical miles from China’s drilling rig illegally placed in Vietnam’s waters, in order to prevent Vietnamese fishing boats from operating in their traditional grounds near the rig.

‘Modern' kids drive parents to distraction

 VietNamNet Bridge – Anxious over their failure to control what they see as wayward behaviour, Vietnamese parents are willing to consider what would have been unthinkable a few decades ago: professional help.

New testing software makes learning Vietnamese easier

Software recently released from the Vietnam National University – Hanoi (VNU-HN) aids students in familiarising themselves with the criteria and standard exam questions for Vietnamese language tests for foreign people.

Residents living in old apartment blocks face risk

Over the past two years, 29 households in the apartment block P16A on Thuy Khue Street in Hanoi, have been living in fear due to the construction of a nearby high-rise building, which affected its wall foundation.

BUSINESS IN BRIEF 14/6

Middle East, Africa potential untapped; Wood exports on track for $10b goal; Coal sector eyes domestic market, lowers exports

Finance ministry revises company tax deduction law

 VietNamNet Bridge – Companies established during January and February this year, having revenue of less than VND1 billion (US$47,000), and which have issued invoices to their clients, may be eligible for tax deduction.

National Assembly calls for clarity in changes to investment, civil legislation

National Assembly deputies said yesterday that amendments to the Law on Enforcement of Civil Judgments should focus on urgent problems and outdated provision.

Village embraces World Cup spirit

World Cup spirit is taking over the planet, and the event is being talked about in cafes and homes around the globe.

Cambodian Foreign Ministry concerned about East Sea situation

The Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation sent a diplomatic note to the Vietnamese Embassy expressing their deep concern over recent developments and incidents in the East Sea.

China’s slanderous allegations about East Sea sovereignty

Scholars have provided a wealth of substantiated evidence empirically refuting China’s fallacious allegations claiming sovereignty over the East Sea.

‘One-bowl class' offers taste of culture

 VietNamNet Bridge – Even though the time is past 7pm and no matter how hot and uncomfortable the early dry season is, the "One-bowl class" of the Coi Vien bookstore in HCM City's District 3 is packed with participants who make a beeline here

Hai Van Pass - Top Gear style

 VietNamNet Bridge – If you’re looking for adventure, stunning coastal views or simply need to escape the chaos of the city and explore Vietnam’s beautiful countryside, then the Hai Van Pass is a must on any itinerary of Vietnam.

Ha Noi suffers from poor waste collection

 VietNamNet Bridge – Ha Noi residents in many districts have complained about environmental pollution caused by rubbish collection and transport, during recent meetings with National Assembly deputies.

Spice Girl Mel B is confirmed as fourth X Factor judge

 Mel B has been named as the fourth X Factor judge in the 11th series of the ITV talent show.

Vietnamese fleet incurs major losses

VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam’s fleet of ships are incurring losses even though 80 percent of goods are carried by waterways and seaways.

Open source software ignored by state agencies

Closed-source software products, mostly Microsoft’s, have been dominating Vietnam’s software market, despite the government’s encouragement to develop and use open-source software.

The sweet cake delicacy of Binh Dinh

 VietNamNet Bridge – The central coastal province of Binh Dinh is renowned for a wide selection of food and drink specialties, including Bau Da rice liquor, nem (fermented pork roll), cha (ground meat), tre and hong (pink) cake.

Swimmer calls attention to Mekong's plight

 VietNamNet Bridge – French adventurer Remi Camus has just completed his six-month riverboarding trip of the Mekong River, which originates in Chinese Tibet and runs through China proper, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar and Viet Nam.