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Vietnamese enterprises to boost digital transformation

 The Vietnamese Government had been preparing for both opportunities and challenges brought by the rapid and strong development of the digital economy across the globe.

Russian Foreign Minister praises growing Vietnam-Russia ties

 As strategic partners, Vietnam and Russia have maintained fruitful political dialogues and effective cooperation in different spheres, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.

Hanoi ready for second DPRK-USA Summit

 Hanoi has basically finished preparations for the second DPRK-USA Summit and stands ready for the event which is slated for February 27 and 28.

Sand shortage delays expressway works in Mekong Delta

 VietNamNet Bridge – Many transport projects as part of the second express highway in the Cuu Long Delta may not be completed by 2020 because of surging prices and a scarcity of construction sand.

Vietnamese banks see improved profitability

 The profitability of Vietnamese banks has improved significantly, driven by growth in core income and robust macroeconomic conditions.

Some 130 railway bridges need upgrading

 VietNamNet Bridge – Up to 131 weak bridges on the North-South railway will be repaired or replaced by 2021.

Fisheries sector targets $10 billion export value

 The fisheries sector is aiming at 10 billion USD in the export of aquatic products in 2019, a year-on-year rise of 11 percent, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers.

HCM City walking-only street becomes completely off-limits to vehicles on weekend nights

 VietNamNet Bridge – Vehicles will be prohibited on HCM City’s Nguyen Hue Street, where the middle portion is for pedestrians only, on Saturday and Sunday evenings from March 1, 

Stock markets forecast to remain positive

 Vietnamese stock markets are expected to remain positive in the short-term, with the VN-Index moving towards the 990-1,000 point range next week.

High risk of drought in central region in next three months

 A high risk of drought and water scarcity has been warned for the south central and Central Highlands regions of Vietnam from March to May this year.

Vietnam bags six golds at world weightlifting event

 Vietnam won six gold medals at the 2019 International Weightlifting Federation World Cup in Fuzhou, China over the weekend.

DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit to help enhance Vietnam’s position

The upcoming DPRK-USA Hanoi Summit Vietnam will be an unprecedented event held in Vietnam, demonstrating the country’s willingness to contribute to dialogue towards maintaining peace, security and stability on the Korean Peninsula.

Litter covers beach near Hoi An Town

 The seawall at An Luong Beach near Hoi An Town in the central province of Quang Nam has been covered by piles of rubbish.

Artist made 100 paintings for Trump-Kim summit

 Tran Lam Binh, a Vietnamese painter has produced more than 100 works featuring US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un with a message of peace for the world.

Ministry of Health promotes exercises

 The Ministry of Health has warned local people about possible diseases if they do not exercise enough.

Additional 1,000 cherry blossom trees planted in Hanoi park

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Ha Noi People’s Committee and Japan’s AEON Group planted 1,000 new cherry blossom trees in Hoa Binh Park on Saturday, raising the total number to 1,700. 

Students’ traffic app makes a breakthrough

 A team of students have developed an app that provides early traffic warnings and GPS guidance for drivers.

Quang Binh villagers resorted to contaminated water due to water shortage

 Thousands of households in Quang Binh Province are complaining about having to use contaminated water.

Top leaders of Vietnam and Laos hold talks in Vientiane

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President Nguyen Phu Trong held talks with his Lao counterpart Bounnhang Vorachith in Vientiane on February 24 following an official welcome ceremony ...

Digital content firms give up online games after modest revenue

VietNamNet Bridge - Unable to earn money from online games, digital content firms have shifted to new services such as online education, TV and AI-based products.