There is a new segment in the property market in and around HCM City: burial grounds.

Many mangosteen farmers in Bến Tre Province have switched to other crops since yields have declined in recent years due to severe saltwater intrusion and local authorities are struggling to tackle the problem.

A pilot programme on ensuring food safety and hygiene at all schools in six districts in HCM City will begin in the upcoming school year.

Hoàng Văn Tiến, 27, starts the day on his dog farm by grooming his giant Alaskan friend Nana.

Old vehicles, especially motorbike, discharging exhaust fumes exceeding permitted levels polluting the environment, are found still running on streets without fines in major cities, including Hà Nội.

Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc has issued a National Action Programme on Zero Hunger, aiming to ensure enough food and nutrition for all citizens.

 Improving the operation of public buses and better management of private vehicles are among the measures envisaged under a programme to reduce traffic congestion and accidents in HCM City.

The construction ministry has asked Hà Nội’s People’s Committee to inspect resettlement apartment housing projects.