VietNamNet Bridge – Only 3.3 per cent of nationwide agricultural enterprises have spent money on the research and development of technology, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

VietNamNet Bridge - The long strip of beaches with high-end resorts along Cua Dai Beach area in the ancient city of Hoi An is at risk because of soil erosion.

 Hanoi will spend over VND2.1 trillion ($92.4 million) on easing congestion and ensuring traffic safety in the 2016-2020 period.

 Despite mixed opinions, the sharing economy continues to grow strongly and is expanding to many forms in Vietnam.

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Ministry of Industry and Trade plans to send the Government a pilot scheme to organize tenders to select financially strong investors to replace those currently involved in delayed or slowly implemented wind farm projects.

VietNamNet Bridge – As Viet Nam's elderly phase into retirement, they aren't standing still – many donate their time to rehabilitate addicts or give health check ups. Others stay fit and social. But is society giving them the assistance they need? 

Sabeco and Habeco, the two largest Vietnamese breweries, made VND5.3 trillion in pretax profit in 2014. However, the figure was still far below that earned by VBL, the distributor of Heineken, Tiger and Biere-Larue.

 VietNamNet Bridge – This year’s warmer weather has caused the peach trees in Son La Province to bloom early.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Deputy Minister of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs Doan Mau Diep said Vietnamese workers that absconded illegally while working abroad were a major problem.

Vietnamese health officials are encouraging local patients to use antibiotics only when prescribed by a doctor but a survey by the Health Ministry reveals that 76 per cent of doctors prescribe medicines unreasonably, causing antibiotic resistance

 VietNamNet Bridge – The number of students suffering from short-sightedness is increasing in Viet Nam's big cities, experts said.

VietNamNet Bridge - A National Assembly Deputy has suggested rejecting ODA from China. Experts have mentioned ‘the right to haggle about ODA’.

VietNamNet Bridge - The reports on internet security released recently by state agencies and security organizations all pointed out that Vietnam is a ‘hot spot’ around the globe for security problems. 

 Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung has approved the number of permanent staff for 2016 in State authorities and organizations, the Office of the Government announced on November 23.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Two sons continue their father's tradition of creating quality handmade guitars, each with their own personality, despite the long-standing presence of cheaper imported instruments.

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Viet Nam have paid little attention to the nearing formation of the ASEAN Economic Community, while larger companies with a "national brand name" are actively preparing for the regional integration process.

Vietnamese women are seeking platelet-rich plasma treatment technology that uses ingredients in an individual’s blood to allegedly regenerate their skin, even though the treatment has not been licenced by the Ministry of Health.

 VietNamNet Bridge - The most expensive beds in Vietnam are worth the value of a mansion. Many Vietnamese tycoons bought them to demonstrate their wealth or simply because they like unique items.

 Mergers and acquisitions are churning the Vietnamese retail market, with large domestic players buying out rivals and massive investment by foreign retailers.

 VietNamNet Bridge – Nearly 100 trees are stolen from the Yok Don National Park in Dak Lak Province each month, while local rangers say that they can't stop the situation.