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Two men prosecuted for falsifying company documents

 Police in Hai Phong, in co-ordination with the municipal customs department, have started legal proceedings against two men for allegedly making fake import licences and illegally importing scrap.

Mekong Delta ethnic costumes, jewelries on display

 A display of costumes and jewelries of ethnic groups in the Mekong Delta is underway in the southern province of Vinh Long.

HCM City to begin garbage sorting on November 24

 Ho Chi Minh City will enforce regulations on garbage sorting on November 24, with fine of up to 20 million VND (over 850 USD) to be imposed on those who fail to comply with the rules.

Vietnamese designers embrace eco fashion

 VietNamNet Bridge – To Mong ethnic women in mountainous areas of Vietnam, their traditional outfits reveal more than just their self-image. Hong Van & Le Huong report.

Volunteers inspire visitors on city tours

Some 200 people, mostly retirees, have been working as volunteer tour guides in Seoul under the management of the Seoul Tourism Organisation. They have influenced tourists with their enthusiasm for the city.

Vietnam wants high GDP growth rate, low inflation rate in 2019

VietNamNet Bridge - The National Assembly has approved a resolution on socio-economic development in 2019,  calling for 6.6-6.8 percent GDP growth rate and a maximum 4 percent CPI increase.


Non-tariff barriers hinder exporters

 It is critical to enhance the awareness of businesses about non-tariff measures and build the capacity to tackle invisible trade barriers, experts have said.

Da Nang to build air, seawater monitoring stations

 The central city of Danang has planned to spend a total VND111 billion (USD4.82 million) to build 13 air and water quality monitoring stations.

Painting exhibitions showcase life in Hanoi

 Painter Le Thiet Cuong and Do Minh Duy have curated two different exhibitions depicting life in the capital.

HCM City tightens control over waste classification

 People in HCM City will be fined if they repeatedly fail to sort their rubbish.

Technology expert goes back to his roots

 VietNamNet Bridge – After years researching the nutritional value of cassava, Duong Ngoc Anh from Quang Nam Province has revolutionised the instant noodle market in Vietnam by making the easy treat from the common root. 

Cambodian PM, FM Prak Sokhonn to visit Vietnam next week

 Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn will pay an official visit to Viet Nam from November 26-27 at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minster 

Hanoi set for Vietnamese Cultural Heritage 2018 exhibition

 The Vietnamese Cultural Heritage 2018 exhibition will take place at the Vietnamese Culture and Arts Exhibition Center, 2 Hoa Lu Street, in Hanoi’s Hai Ba Trung district from November 23 to 25.

Young women show off grace besides pure white daisies

 In late autumn when the weather becomes cooler, the pure-white daisies are in full bloom, competing with the graceful young Hanoian women who don pure-white ao dai to create a serenely beautiful picture of the capital city.

Soc Trang boat racing attracts thousands of spectators

 The annual boat race of the Khmer people in the southern province of Soc Trang kicked off on November 21, attracting thousands of spectators from Soc Trang and neighbouring provinces.

Cultural activities to welcome New Year

 A series of cultural activities will take place at the Vietnam National Village for Ethnic Culture and Tourism in Dong Mo Tourism Area in Son Tay Town, Hanoi, from December 1, 2018 to January 2, 2019, to welcome the New Year 2019.

People with disabilities still face discrimination

 VietNamNet Bridge – Despite policies designed to help them, people with disabilities in HCM City still face problems seeking jobs, doing business and traveling.

Lack of consumer confidence hinders e-commerce development

VietNamNet Bridge - Consumer confidence in e-commerce in Vietnam is lower than the average level globally, which explains the high percentage of cash payments and big losses of e-commerce firms.


Old Quarter to feature heritage of ancient capitals

 VietNamNet Bridge – Hanoi’s Old Quarter will host a celebration of the cultural charm of Hue Imperial City from today to December 2.

Hanoi told to lead the country in e-Government building

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Hanoi administration was told on Thursday by the Government to “lead the country” in implementing e-Government to provide easy, corruption-free administrative works for its citizens.