Enforcement of 2013 Constitution to be reviewed
Fri, 10 May 2019 18:30:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc recently issued a plan to review the five-year enforcement of the 2013 Constitution.
Infographics: Highlights of Viet Nam-ASEM cooperation
Fri, 10 May 2019 18:28:00
Viet Nam is a founding member of the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) and ASEM partners represents 70% of Viet Nam's foreign investment inflows and 80% of the Southeast Asian country's total trade value.
Denmark-hosted painting competition donates entries to hospitals
Fri, 10 May 2019 18:26:00
As many as 196 entries from the Denmark in Your Eyes 2018 Art Contest were handed over to the Vietnam National Children’s Hospital on May 10 with a hope of bringing in brighter and happier mood in children receiving treatments.
Final look: Bui Chu Cathedral just before it’s taken down
Fri, 10 May 2019 18:20:00
The 134-year-old Bui Chu Cathedral stands sad and beautiful before its dismantling begins next week.
Binh Phuoc reports first outbreak of African swine fever
Fri, 10 May 2019 18:18:00
The first outbreak of African swine fever (AFS) has been discovered in Tan Phu town, Dong Phu district in the southern province of Binh Phuoc, according to Tran Van Loc, the provincial director of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Public bicycle sharing system fails to meet demand
Fri, 10 May 2019 17:59:00
Ho Chi Minh City was one of five large cities in the country asked to pilot public bicycle sharing in its inner areas under the Prime Minister’s requirement in 2014, but the pilot programme has failed to meet demand
VN asks Indonesia to treat Vietnamese fishing vessels, fishermen humanely
Fri, 10 May 2019 17:49:00
Viet Nam asks Indonesia to treat Vietnamese fishing vessels and fishermen humanely in accordance with the two nations’ relations and ASEAN spirit of solidarity.
Private airlines wait for approval to develop aviation infrastructure
Fri, 10 May 2019 17:46:00
Private investors are financially capable and willing to make investments in aviation infrastructure, but still cannot get the go-ahead from the government.
Vietnam may be added to expanded US list on currency manipulation: Bloomberg
Fri, 10 May 2019 17:44:00
The Trump administration will expand the number of countries it monitors for currency manipulation in an upcoming report expected this month.
Fitch revises Vietnam's outlook to positive
Fri, 10 May 2019 17:41:00
The revision of Vietnam's outlook to positive from stable reflects an improving track record of economic management, evidenced by strengthening external buffers from persistent current account surpluses, falling government debt levels, high economic growth rates and stable inflation, Fitch Ratings has said.
Facebook, Google tax evasion has to stop: minister
Fri, 10 May 2019 17:35:00
Foreign firms like Facebook and Google dominate the digital ad market in Vietnam but pay no taxes, a minister says.
Technologies for agricultural sector showcased at Techmart 2019
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:29:00
The Vietnam Technology and Equipment Market (Techmart) in the fields of cultivation, farm produce and food processing and preservation opened in Ho Chi Minh City on May 9.
Anchovies anyone? Exotic fish dance unfolds off a Vietnam islet
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:25:00
Lensman Tran Bao Hoa has produced a series of stunning photographs as fishermen on a central Vietnam islet catch anchovies.
Bac Ninh hopes to attract more Korean investments
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:23:00
The northern province of Bac Ninh is looking to lure more Korean investments, pledging to create the best conditions for both large corporations and small- and medium-sized enterprises to invest in the province, Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen Tu Quynh has said.
Vietnam tech sector needs innovative synergy: Minister
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:22:00
The three main categories of tech firms all need to innovate if the sector has to develop, Minister of Information and Communications says.
Central bank pledges flexible monetary policy
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:20:00
Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam Nguyen Thi Hong has declared that the central bank will regulate monetary policy in a proactive, flexible, and cautious manner in order to curb the average inflation rate below 4 per cent during 2019.
Int’l jewelry and watch firms join HCMC exhibition
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:17:00
International jewelry, watch and accessories manufacturers and companies specializing in tools and machinery for the relevant industries will participate in the 17th International Jewelry and Watch Vietnam (IJV 2019).
Royal baby Archie: Prince Harry and Meghan name their 'bundle of joy'
Thu, 09 May 2019 21:13:00
Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan announced on Wednesday they had named their newborn son Archie.
