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Trial of seven fishery, bank officials accused of $44m in fraud begins

The Ca Mau Provincial People’s Court on Monday began the trial of seven people in the fisheries and banking sector for allegedly defrauding the government of more than VND1 trillion (US$44 million).

Two suspects of a jewelry robbery arrested

 VietNamNet Bridge – Ngu Hanh Son district police investigators arrested two robbery suspects Monday night.

Viet Nam eyes more healthcare PPPs

More public-private partnerships (PPPs) are needed in the private healthcare sector as public hospitals and clinics cannot meet the demand across the country, experts have said.

The Big House in Chau Doc

 In Chau Doc City, everyone can show you the way to the ‘Big House’ of the Le Cong clan in Le Loi Street.

Health insurance cards for foreigners in Vietnam

 According to Clause 2, Article 1 of the 2008 Law on Health Insurance, which was revised in 2014, the Law applies to Vietnamese and foreign organizations and individuals covered by health insurance.

A monk's bamboo forest on Son Tra Mount

VietNamNet Bridge - The owner of a bamboo forest near Da Nang, Monk Thich The Tuong, 51, began cherishing a special passion for the plant in his childhood.

Vietnamese earn big money from Youtube

VietNamNet Bridge - Many young people can earn thousands of dollars a month just by uploading video clips on Youtube.

Will the new education program reduce burden on students?

VietNamNet Bridge - The general education program has created problems for students because of poor teaching methods, not an excessive workload.

Is the door to US market narrowing for Vietnamese exporters?

VietNamNet Bridge - The value of Vietnam’s exports to the US increased from $1 billion in 2001 to $38.46 billion in 2016, and it may reach $40 billion in 2017. 

Unsold real estate value drops 10 percent from late 2016

 Unsold properties nationwide were valued at about 27.89 trillion VND (1.23 billion USD) as of late May, down 10 percent from the end of 2016.

Poland workshop focuses on disputes in East Sea

 The 13th Lodz East Asia Meeting (LEAM) themed “Power shifts in East Asia: Prospects for Developing Asian-European Ties” took place recently in Poland.being held for the first time.

Public Administration Reform Index 2016 announced

 Public Administration Reform Index 2016 announced

HCM City seeks 25,000 workers in June

 As more start-ups have been established, HCM City’s labour demand has increased, with 25,000 permanent and 7,000 temporary jobs that need to be filled in June.

HCM City strengthens fire prevention efforts

 The HCM City People’s Committee and local agencies are making efforts to protect local households and home-run businesses from fire.

Kids have no space or time to enjoy vacation

 The lack of adequately equipped playgrounds and healthy entertainment activities has become a concern in rural areas, especially during the long summer vacation.

Vietnam Fitness Model contest begins in HCM City

 Young women and men from across the country are encouraged to take part in the second Vietnam Fitness Model 2017, a national event featuring fitness enthusiasts.

Vietnam to miss 2017 growth target: WB

 The World Bank (WB) released its Global Economic Prospects report on June 4, forecasting a global 2017 economic growth rate of 2.7 percent and a Vietnamese growth rate of 6.3 percent, lower than the 6.7 percent goal set by the government.

VN National Opera and Balle to perform popular choral work

 A concert by Vietnam National Opera and Ballet (VNOB) will feature Carmina Burana, a popular choral work of the 21st century, on June 7 and June 8 at Hanoi Opera House.

Public citizens can observe NA meetings

 Public citizens will soon have chance to access National Assembly meetings, said Nguyen Hanh Phuc, Chairman of National Assembly Office.

Vietnamese player in Asian best 11 at U20 World Cup

 Doan Van Hau of Vietnam has been selected in the FIFA U20 World Cup’s Asian best 11 by Fox Sports Asia.