New preventive research

Experts from Việt Nam and Cuba convened at a symposium in Hà Nội recently to explore the role of Policosanol in preventing heart disease and stroke. Policosanol can be extracted from sugarcane but Việt Nam doesn’t have the right technology to do so. It is hoped to serve the healthcare needs of the Vietnamese people.

Crop production in central region thrives despite challenges

The region, which comprises the provinces of Quảng Ngãi, Gia Lai, Đắk Lắk, Khánh Hòa, Lâm Đồng, and Đà Nẵng City, is a key growing area of the country’s major industrial crops, including coffee, pepper, rubber, and cashew.

HCM City strengthens global outlook to boost internal capacity

Building on a strong foundation of international cooperation established during the 2020-25 term, HCM City is entering a new phase of comprehensive diplomacy, aiming to become one of Asia’s leading centres for economy, finance, and technology by 2045.

PM orders concerted efforts in campaign against IUU fishing

A recent PM's directive stresses the need to prevent a small number of fishermen, businesses or officials from engaging in illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, damaging Việt Nam’s reputation and the livelihoods of law-abiding citizens.

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