Dong Nai traffic cops accuse superiors of greased palms
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:14:00
Two Dong Nai traffic cops have accused their local superiors of frequently letting violators off the hook because they ‘have paid the team.
Work commences on Quang Tri 1 thermal power plant
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:12:00
A ground-breaking ceremony has been held to kick off construction of the 1,320-megawatt Quang Tri 1 thermal power plant, located in the central province of Quang Tri.
World Trade Centre Binh Duong New City to be built
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:10:00
The World Trade Centre Binh Duong New City (WTC BDNC), a complex of facilities to promote international trade, will be built in the namesake southern province.
ADB introduces new loan pricing for higher income countries
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:08:00
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today approved the introduction of diversified financing terms for its developing member countries (DMCs) that borrow only market-based loans from the institution. The new pricing structure will be effective on 1 January 2021.
Central bank to lower foreign ownership in payment intermediaries
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:06:00
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) plans to lower the foreign ownership rate in the payment intermediary service sector to 49 percent instead of leaving it unrestricted to avoid manipulation by foreign investors in the field.
Foreign language programme for officials, civil servants approved
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:05:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has approved a foreign language programme for state officials and civil servants from 2019-2030.
No wave bay: a Ninh Binh ripple
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:01:00
Van Long wetland nature reserve in Ninh Binh Province, famous for appearing in blockbuster Kong: Skull Island, still retains its pristine tranquility – dozing beneath cloud covered limestone pinnacles.
Vietnam-RoK relationship thriving in all spheres: ambassador
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:00:00
The relationship between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK) has recorded strong development in all spheres since the two countries established diplomatic ties 27 years ago
Child rights need to be integrated into socio-economic plans
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:58:00
It is crucial to incorporate the enforcement of child rights into socio-economic plans and State budget allocation, particularly in the next five years, Vice Chairwoman of the National Assembly Tong Thi Phong said at a conference on November 23.
Vietnamese film The Third Wife wins three nominations at US festival
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:56:00
Controversial Vietnamese movie The Third Wife has received three nominations at the 35th Film Independent Spirit Awards, Hollywood’s annual honor for indie films.
PM arrives in Busan to attend ASEAN-RoK Commemorative Summit
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:51:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his entourage arrived in Busan on November 24 afternoon to attend the ASEAN-Republic of Korea (RoK) Commemorative Summit and the first Mekong-RoK Summit, and pay an official visit to the RoK.
Four ways to help transform Ho Chi Minh City into a financial hub
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:49:00
With key financial reforms, Ho Chi Minh City has the potential to follow the model of Tokyo, Shanghai, Mumbai, and other cities which came to global financial prominence.
Government can pick Long Thanh airport investor sans parliamentary nod
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:47:00
The National Assembly says the government does not need its approval to select an investor for the Long Thanh Airport megaproject
RoK officials, scholars highlight Vietnam’s role in New Southern Policy
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:45:00
People from all walks of life in the Republic of Korea (RoK) have spoken highly of Vietnam and its role in the RoK’s New Southern Policy that was introduced by the government of President Moon Jae-in in 2017 to reduce the country’s heavy reliance on the US, China, Japan and the European Union (EU).
PM Phuc attends groundbreaking ceremony of smart city in Busan
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:43:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on Sunday attended the groundbreaking ceremony of the first smart city in the southern port city of Busan, the Republic of Korea, as part of his tour to the Northeast Asian country from November 24-28.
Vietnam’s logistics sector faces labor shortage of 2 million people
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:41:00
The issue of labor shortage is becoming more severe as Vietnam is a member of ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and is joining in a number of next generation free trade agreements.
Vietnamese food companies shift focus to home market
Sun, 24 Nov 2019 17:09:00
Instead of mostly making products for export, many food companies are now focusing on the domestic market through locally made products that are competitive with imports.
Vietnam calls for stronger global governance reform
Sun, 24 Nov 2019 17:06:00
Vietnamese Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son has called on countries to speed up global governance reform, firstly multilateral institutions, in order to effectively deal with global issues.
