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Quang Ngai: Fishing crew poisoned by toxic chemical

One man was killed and four others injured in the central province of Quang Ngai after inhaling toxic gas from their fishing boat.

Education Ministry loses in doctorate plagiarism case

The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) have lost a lawsuit related to the withdrawal of a doctorate degree from Hoang Xuan Que from the Hanoi National University of Economics.

Art show commemorates President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday

The Culture newspaper will host an art show commemorating President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday (May 19, 1890 - 2019) at Hanoi’s Opera House on May 19.

Vietnam central bank depreciates the greenback against the VND

After appreciating the US dollar against the Vietnamese đồng on the first days of this week, the State Bank of Viet Nam on Thursday unexpectedly adjusted the greenback down .

 

“Destination–Vietnam” exhibition highlights Vietnam-Russia cultural ties

A historical document exhibition themed “Destination – Vietnam” kicked off at the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art (RGALI) in Moscow on May 15.

Vietnam stays attractive to foreign investors amid trade war: economist

Vietnam is the biggest beneficiary in the shift of the investment flow from China amidst the Sino-American trade war, according to Maybank Kim Eng senior economist Chua Hak Bin.

 

Quang Nam Provinceto host TechFest

The central province of Quang Nam will host the Quang Nam TechFest 2019 from May 16-18, with forums and conferences on start-ups and innovation in science and technology.

 

A bird's-eye view of Hoi An gives romantic outlook

The historic town of Hoi An regularly impresses local and foreign visitors with its unique culture, tradition, and beauty, as well as the peaceful life that local people lead. 

Impressive lotus paintings on display for UN Day of Vesak 2019 celebrations

A lotus painting exhibition was held as one of the cultural activities to celebrate the 16th UN Day of Vesak 2019 at Tam Chuc pagoda in the northern province of Ha Nam. 

Can Tho to build concrete embankments in eroded areas

The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta city of Can Tho plans to build concrete embankments in some of the city’s eroded areas, according to Vo Thanh Thong, chairman of the Can Tho City People’s Committee.

Over eight tonnes of pangolin scales seized at Hai Phong port

8.3 tonnes of pangolin scales have been discovered inside a container at the VIP green port in the northern city of Hai Phong, according to the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Paedophiles warned to stay away from Vietnam

A leading youth charity in Vietnam has warned would-be child predators to stay away, as they will be caught.

Int’l, local DJs to perform at Ravolution Music Festival

Dozens of international and local DJs will perform at the Ravolution Music Festival 2019 in District 2 on May 25.

VFF fined $39,500 for flares

The Viet Nam Football Federation (VFF) has been fined US$39,500 because of supporters letting off flares.

Pregnant children photos spur public controversy in push to prevent child sexual abuse

A photo essay showing images of pregnant children has caused controversy on social media.

Shareholders should use their power to deal with rumours: officials

Shareholders were unaware of the power they held when dealing with a lack of transparency in listed companies, according to Nguyen The Tho, director of the Securities Market Surveillance Department under the State Securities Commission.

 

HCM City strengthens preventive measures against African swine fever

HCM City has stepped up inspection to prevent the risk of an African swine fever outbreak after the disease spread to neighbouring provinces, according to its Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Industry 4.0 could boost Vietnam’s GDP by up to 16 per cent

The Fourth Industrial Revolution could increase Viet Nam’s GDP by between US$28.5 billion and $62 billion by 2030, equivalent to a rise of 7-16 per cent, according to the Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM).

 

More firms competing for shares in Vietnamese consumer lending market

Vietnamese and international financial institutions alike are ramping up their presence by establishing or acquiring consumer credit companies amid Vietnam’s burgeoning personal finance market.

African swine fever continues to ravage north

African swine fever (ASF) continued to spread in the north including across the capital Hanoi with more than 120,780 infected pigs already culled, the city’s Department of Agriculture and Rural Development said.