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Vietnam’s exports forecast to plunge in Q1

Vietnam’s exports are forecast to plunge in the first quarter of this year due to impacts of the acute respiratory disease caused by the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV).

Olympic qualifiers: Door wide-open for Vietnam to advance further

Vietnam stand a great chance to advance to the last qualification round for the 2020 Olympics women’s football tournament after the Republic of Korea (RoK) clinched a  7-0 victory over Myanmar on February 3.

Ancient village in Tien Giang province woes visitors

Dong Hoa Hiep village in Tien Giang province’s Cai Be district is home to many beautiful ancient houses that have contributed to the unique landscape of the Mekong delta.

nCoV patients in Vietnam released from hospital

Li Zichao, a 28-year-old Chinese patient who had been infected by the novel coronavirus (nCoV), was discharged from Cho Ray Hospital on the morning of February 4.

Thousands returning from coronavirus-affected areas to be quarantined

Many localities in Vietnam have planned to receive and isolate thousands of people who return home from coronavirus-affected areas in China.

Fewer buy gold on God of Wealth Day due to virus fears

This year’s God of Wealth Day (February 3) saw fewer gold buyers than previous years due to fears of new coronavirus (nCoV).

Vietnam has additional 11 national intangible cultural heritages

Vietnam has added 11 more cultural icons to the list of national intangible cultural heritage, according to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Learning lessons for Vietnam’s future prosperity

Vietnam has reaped impressive economic successes in 2019 and is expecting a bumper crop this year. 

Vietnam aims to become global agriculture powerhouse

Vietnam is pursuing an ambitious plan to become a global agricultural powerhouse by 2030, according to Government Resolution 53/NQ-CP.

Large-cap firms report at least US$130 million in pre-tax profit

Most large-cap firms have released full-year earnings reports for 2019 with 29 companies reporting a pre-tax profit of more than VND3 trillion (roughly US$130 million).

Vietnam repots the 8th case of coronavirus infection

This morning, February 3, the Ministry of Health confirmed that a 29-year-old female patient, a worker returning from Wuhan, China was positive for nCoV, bringing the total number of infection cases in Vietnam to 8.

 

Vietnam reports trade deficit of 100 million USD in January

Vietnam reported a trade deficit of US$100 million in January, according to the General Statistics Office (GSO).

China seeks to import medical face masks from Vietnam

In Vietnam, demand for medical face masks and hand sanitizers has increased sharply on fears of potential outbreak of the new coronavirus (nCoV).

Traditional village market attracts tourists

A traditional village market has recently opened at Phong Nha Ke Bang national park. The colours and atmosphere of a traditional market, along with folk games, have drawn visitors’ attention.

Flights from nCoV-affected areas to Vietnam suspended

The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAV) has asked airlines to proactively adjust their flight schedules and suspended all flights from coronavirus-affected areas to Vietnam.

Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival opens in Ninh Binh

The Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival kicked off in Gia Vien district of the northern mountainous province of Ninh Binh on January 30, the sixth day of the Lunar New Year.

Registered capital at major state-run banks to be raised in Q1

All four major state-run banks, including Vietcombank, Vietinbank, Agribank and BIDV, are expected to qualify for Basel II standards in 2020.

nCoV: Vietnam capable of producing sufficient medical masks

Prices of masks have been driven up by hoarding and citizens’ spookiness.

Vietnam offers China US$500,000 aid for fighting coronavirus

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has stated that Vietnam is willing to coordinate efforts with China in fighting the new coronavirus epidemic.

Vietnamese enjoy post-Tet

In Vietnam, the saying “the first lunar month of the year is the time for pleasure and relaxation” is learnt by heart by nearly everyone.