DPM asks for enhancing international cooperation drug prevention
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:48:00
Deputy PM Truong Hoa Binh on September 10 hosted a reception for heads of delegations and representatives of nations and international organizations who are attending the ministerial meeting on enhancing the cooperation effectiveness in combating trans-national drug crime.
NA Vice Chairman appreciates Japan’s ODA capital
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:46:00
Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) capital coordinated by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has contributed to Vietnam’s socio-economic development in the past years, especially in infrastructure development, said a high-ranking law-maker.
Lao man sentenced to death for carrying heroin into Vietnam
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:45:00
A Laotian man was sentenced to death Monday for transporting 35 kilos of heroin into Vietnam last year, and his Vietnamese accomplice got life.
Economy-trade seen as pillar in Vietnam-US cooperation
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:42:00
Vietnam regards economy-trade as a pillar in its cooperation with the US, Head of the Party Central Committee’s Economic Commission Nguyen Van Binh said at a reception for Robert Kaproth, US Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Asia, in Hanoi on September 10.
Don't float plastic lanterns on rivers, says Buddhist Sangha
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:38:00
The Vietnam Buddhist Sangha has asked followers not to use any plastic in floral lanterns floated on rivers as a form of prayer.
Vietnam values ties with Cuba: Minister
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:33:00
The Vietnamese Party, State and people always treasure the fraternal solidarity, traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation with Cuba, and want to expand collaboration in the fields of both sides’ strengths so as to benefit the development in each nation, Minister of Construction Pham Hong Ha stressed on September 10.
Explore five cafés on Saigon’s walking street
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:24:00
Get a good coffee before starting to watch people down below on Nguyen Hue, one of the city’s busiest streets for pedestrians.
Vietnam records highest share of employed women among ASEAN peers
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:22:00
Having balanced representation in the public sector can contribute to more equal public policies and outcomes, stated ADB and OECD joint report
Ideal venue to spend Mid-Autumn Festival in Hoi An
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:20:00
During the eighth month of the lunar calendar, which spans until September 28, the Hoi An Impression Theme Park in the ancient town of Hoi An is an ideal place for visitors to enjoy the cheerful atmosphere of the Mid-Autumn Festival with their beloved ones.
Vietnam has three new world record holders
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:01:00
The World Records Union (WorldKings) has recognized three Vietnamese individuals as having record collections of some rare items.
Aussie veterans help to locate missing soldiers’ remains
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:59:00
A group of Australian veterans on September 10 handed over a database to Vietnam to help locate the remains of about 200,000 Vietnamese soldiers of both front lines who are still missing.
Bac Ninh shares experience in labour, employment with Cuba
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:55:00
A delegation of the Cuban Ministry of Labour and Social Security led by Minister Margarita M. Gonzalez Fernandez paid a visit to the northern province of Bac Ninh on September 10 to exchange experience in labour and employment.
PM suggests soon establishing official relationship with African Union
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:27:00
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc proposed soon establishing the official relationship between Viet Nam and the African Union at his reception for Ambassadors from Middle Eastern and African nations on September 10 in Ha Noi.
Advancing eco-friendly products to Build For Life
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:23:00
Activity throughout the life cycle of materials, from mining, manufacturing, and transportation, to usage and disposal always has an impact on the environment. Exploitation can even destroy the ecosystem, pollute the environment, and consume energy and resources. Therefore, the exploitation of new resources needs to be limited.
Fear, confusion stalk residential areas near site of Hanoi warehouse fire
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:13:00
People living in the vicinity of the Rang Dong warehouse in Hanoi that burned down last month have abandoned their homes after health issues surfaced.
Vietnamese female scientist publishes new 'Nature' study
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:09:00
A new study of free-living soil nematodes co-authored by Vietnamese scientist Nguyen Thi Anh Duong was published in Nature – the world's leading multidisciplinary science journal.
Vietnam opens anti-dumping probe on Chinese steel
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:08:00
Vietnam has initiated anti-dumping investigations on certain carbon steel imports from China following a request by local producers.
Committee concerned over feasibility of 58 billion USD high-speed railway plan
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:02:00
The Ministry of Transport’s 58 billion USD plan for the North-South high speed railway faces daunting financial challenges, the Committee for Management of State Capital at Enterprises (CMSC) has said.
