VietNamNet Bridg – According to the FETP’s research team, the margin between the lending and deposit interest rate is as high as 6 percent. Meanwhile, an economist says it is 4-5 percent and the State Bank affirms it is 2-3 percent.

 Renowned Spanish photographer Ramón Fernández Rafer has decided to return toVietnam, from November 10-30, to perfect his photo exhibitions depicting everyday life in Vietnam.

 Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Luong Thanh Nghi has told a November 7 press briefing in Hanoi Vietnam is deeply concerned by allegations concerning Australian and US espionage operations.

 A tropical depression was formed in the south-eastern part of the Philippines, which recent bore the brunt of typhoon Haiyan, and is moving towards the East Sea.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Phu Quoc Island in the southern province of Kien Giang is famous not only for its wild and beautiful beaches but also for its prestigious pearl farming.

 Typhoon Haiyan slammed into Haiphong and Quang Ninh early on November 11, uprooting big trees, ripping off house roofs and causing blackouts in many places.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Telecom experts are urging preparations for application of 4G technology as the current 3G has failed to meet expectations of local consumers.

 Firms with bad debt can still seek new loans; Smartphone market share expands; Assoc. says cashew business needs not be conditional now; HCM City to host International Cycle Show 2013; Tra fish industry caught in a trap

 VietNamNet Bridge – Following is the unofficial translation of an interview granted by State President Truong Tan Sang to the Russian News Agency Itar Tass.

VietNamNet Bridge – More than a third of young Vietnamese still lack access to the contraception they need, as a result, the rates of unwanted pregnancies and unsafe abortions are still high amongst young girls.

 VietNamNet Bridge – The next few years will see several ambitious policy reforms, according to Decision No1987/QD-TTg issued by the Prime Minister last week.

VietNamNet Bridge – When Huynh Thanh Thao was a child, she had to stay at home while other kids in her village went to school every day.

 VietNamNet Bridge – On these never-ending rainy days we are always looking for something special. Those who wish to have a fabulous adventure at rivers or hills nearby should check out Giang Dien Waterfall Tourist Site in Dong Nai Province.

 VietNamNet Bridge – The construction of trade centres and new residential areas will be banned in Ha Noi's Old Quarter from now on to reduce the high population density and better preserve heritage sites, a new regulation has said.

 Typhoon Haiyan, packing destructive winds of nearly 200kph, weakened a bit and changed its course, heading towards the north-central and northern coastal provinces.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Finland's Creative Person of the Year Maritta Nurmi talks to Lan Dung about her upcoming solo exhibition in Ha Noi, which celebrates the 40th year of diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and Finland.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam and Russia are scheduled to sign 15 cooperation documents during President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Hanoi on November 12, according to Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Pham Xuan Son.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Karate is always one of Viet Nam's top sports and has brought the country many gold medals in international competitions. However, Viet Nam may face difficulties at the 27th SEA Games.

VietNamNet Bridge – Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong has signed the Resolution on the basic and comprehensive reform of education and training which was brought to discussion during the 8th Plenary session of the 11th Party Central Committee

 VietNamNet Bridge – A dialogue between the Ministry of Finance’s leaders and the business community in HCMC on Tuesday revealed how the poor knowledge of regulations on the part of local tax and customs agencies is torturing enterprises.