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Coronavirus: China accuses US of spreading 'conspiracies'

The country's top diplomat hits out at Washington - raising tensions between the two world powers.

Bamboo Airways plans to restart air route to US in late 2021

Bamboo Airways has set targets of doubling its domestic air routes to 60 by the end of 2020, and raising the number of international routes from six to 25, with that to the US expected to be re-launched in late 2021 or early 2022.

White House staff ordered to wear masks

President Trump takes questions on testing after White House staff test positive for coronavirus.

Vietnamese citizens stranded in the US to return home on May 7

A flight carrying Vietnamese citizens from the US is scheduled for May 7, the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday.

Coronavirus: Chinese state media take aim at US 'lab theory'

Chinese state media said US claims that the virus originated in a research lab were "absurd".

Vietnam actively trying to bring citizens in US back home: Foreign Ministry

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Transport and Vietnam’s representative offices in the US are actively joining hands to assist the Vietnam Airlines in clearing necessary procedures

Vietnam attends ASEAN-US health ministers' meeting

Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Health Nguyen Thanh Long on April 30 joined health officials of other ASEAN member nations and the US in the ASEAN-US Health Ministers Meeting via video conference.

Rosy signs for exports to major markets

Vietnam’s export value is expected to rise in the coming months thanks to China’s increase in imports, strong measures taken by the Vietnamese Government, ministries, agencies, and businesses, and the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).

Coronavirus: Some states begin to reopen as US death toll passes 50,000

Georgia, Oklahoma and Alaska lift some restrictions despite warnings that it may be too soon.

US condemns China's recent actions in East Sea

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on April 23 criticised recent actions of China in the East Sea, including its announcement of establishing “Xisha district” (Vietnam’s Hoang Sa archipelago) and “Nansha district” (Vietnam’s Truong Sa archipelago).

Coronavirus: Stories of unemployment, fear and hope in the US

Over 26 million Americans have filed for unemployment - and there's a human story behind each claim.

Donald Trump's immigration ban could hit tech sector

A temporary ban on US immigration could affect its technology sector and the foreign talent it needs.

Coronavirus: Oil price at 18-year low as turmoil persists

Coronavirus downturn has put major pressure on oil prices with demand slumping and storage running out.

Coronavirus lockdown protest: What's behind the US demonstrations?

Why these Americans protesting during a pandemic - explained.

Coronavirus: Governors ask Trump to call off lockdown protests

One governor says it would be "incredibly appreciated" if the White House helped rein in protesters.

Coronavirus: US faced with protests amid pressure to reopen

Residents demand relaxation of infection prevention measures despite signs it is too soon to reopen.

Coronavirus: 'Undocumented explosion' spreads around Brazil

With more graves being dug and little testing, Brazil's coronavirus crisis may be worse than figures show.

Coronavirus: Is there any evidence for lab release theory?

BBC News examines allegations that the coronavirus was accidentally released from a lab.

Government leader gives go-ahead for export of medical masks

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has given his consent to allow the export of medical masks, protective suits, and medical equipment as a means of providing other countries with the equipment necessary for epidemic prevention and control.

Coronavirus: US to halt funding to WHO, says Trump

The World Health Organization "failed in its basic duty" over coronavirus, Donald Trump says.