PM Phuc's remarks at NAM virtual Summit on COVID-19 response
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:57:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc called on members of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) to continue pioneering multilateralism and international solidarity and championing the role of the UN and WHO in the fight against COVID-19, while delivering his remarks at the NAM virtual conference on COVID-19 response on Monday.
Sen village festival adapts in face of COVID-19 threat
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:55:00
This year’s “Le hoi Lang Sen”, also known as the Sen village festival, an annual event which takes places in the central province of Nghe An, is set to only include ceremonial activities and exclude any extra festivities amid fears surrounding the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Aviation administration renews plea to stop social distancing on aircraft
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:52:00
The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam has once again recommended increasing the number of domestic flights and remove distancing restrictions for passengers on aircraft.
Photo contest helps recall memories of travel to RoK
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:50:00
The Korea Tourism Organisation (KTO) has recently launched a photo contest entitled “Relive Your Korea Trip” to help people recall their trips to the Republic of Korea (RoK).
Masks a must, crowds a no no as Vietnam’s famous beaches reopen
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:47:00
Vietnam’s famous beaches are welcoming visitors again, but they have to wear masks and avoid gatherings of more than 30 people.
Travel firms to stimulate post-coronavirus market demand
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:44:00
As a result of the negative impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) globally, local travel firms have made it their priority to stimulate the domestic tourism market, with a primary focus on promoting short-duration tours and nearby destinations.
No school, no profit for pen maker
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:41:00
Pen maker Thien Long Group recorded a Q1 net loss of VND20 billion ($860,000) as schools closed over the Covid-19 pandemic.
Export of fresh lychees to Japan faces hurdles in face of COVID-19
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:39:00
Japanese consumers are likely to miss the first chance to taste Vietnamese fresh lychees this year as the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan (MAFF) has not sent experts to Vietnam to inspect its disinfection treatment system due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Vietnamese consumers increasingly favor multi-purpose family cars
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:36:00
Sales of multi-purpose family vehicles (MPVs) costing less than VND1 billion ($43,000) doubled in 2019, a report found.
Enterprises to enhance links to prevent future disruptions to supply chains
Tue, 05 May 2020 13:33:00
Some 81% of members of the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) will strengthen sectoral links to prevent their supply chains from suffering any future disruption caused by a disaster similar to the COVID-19 pandemic, a survey has found.
Iron, steel exports to Germany soar in Q1
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:50:00
Iron and steel exports to Germany saw significant increases in volume and value in the first quarter of this year, according to preliminary statistics from the General Department of Vietnam Customs.
Wobbly times: Brewer Habeco reports first loss in years
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:49:00
Brewer Habeco reported a loss of VND96 billion ($4.1 million) in the first quarter, hit by the stringent new drunk driving laws and Covid-19.
Vietnamese workers in RoK and Taiwan allowed to work as normal
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:47:00
The Vietnam Labor Management Boards based in the Republic of Korea (RoK) and Taiwan (China) have reported that there is no updated information regarding the status of Vietnamese guest workers in either markets which have been infected with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
China repatriates 30 illegal Vietnamese farm workers
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:45:00
China has sent back 30 illegal Vietnamese farm workers, and they have been quarantined for 14 days to ensure they do not have Covid-19.
Shan Tuyet tea – a specialty from Hoang Lien Son mountain range
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:42:00
Suoi Giang commune in Yen Bai province is 1,400 meters above sea level and as cool all year round as Sa Pa town in the northern mountains or Da Lat resort city in the Central Highlands. This area is famous for Shan Tuyet tea, taken from centuries-old trees that grow wild in the majestic Hoang Lien Son mountain range of northern Vietnam.
Vietnam trying to bring home citizens stranded in US: Foreign Ministry
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:40:00
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 and looking for suitable options to bring Vietnamese citizens affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in the US back home at the earliest possible date, the Foreign Ministry said on May 3.
Vietnam starts new week with no new coronavirus infection
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:38:00
Vietnam began day 18 without community transmission of the Covid-19 virus, with the Health Ministry reporting no new cases Monday morning.
Vietnamese expatriates proud of their homeland amid COVID-19 pandemic
Mon, 04 May 2020 14:32:00
Despite limited resources, but with strong determination, Vietnam has gradually brought the novel coronavirus epidemic under control. The success story has been shared and admired by many overseas Vietnamese no matter where they live.
