School students get scholarships from Keimyung University

Scholarships worth US$15,000 from Daegu-based Keimyung University were awarded to the best 30 school students in Đà Nẵng City in the 2023-24 school-year, marking the progressive co-operation and friendship between the two cities.

Bến Tre Province develops marine economy

Bến Tre Province will give priority to develop its marine economy, aiming to become the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta’s leading province in developing a marine economy strongly and sustainably from now to 2030.

People first, smart growth, bold action vital for Việt Nam's human development: UNDP Chief Economist

The 2024 Asia-Pacific Human Development Report, launched on November 6, paints a picture of long-term progress, but also persistent disparity and widespread disruption, foreseeing a turbulent development landscape and urgently calling for new directions to boost human development. Vietnam News Agency discusses the report with Philip Schellekens, UNDP Chief Economist for Asia Pacific for further details.

National Action Month on HIV/AIDs Prevention and Control 2023 to be launched

Speaking at a press conference held in Hà Nội on November 9 on the occasion of World AIDS Day (December 1) and National Action Month for HIV/AIDS Prevetion and Control 2023, Võ Hải Sơn, deputy head of Vietnam Administration of HIV/AIDS Control (VAAC) under the Ministry of Health, said seminars, running events, music galas and drawing contests will be organised during the month to raise people’s awareness on the disease.

Walk the talk on ESG

As the world pushes sustainable development goals, environmental, social and governance factors, or ESG, are becoming increasingly important in business operations. Government and corporate representatives gathered at an event held by Việt Nam News on Thursday to discuss ESG practices and recommendations for Việt Nam.

Smart device to detect and manage pipeline leaks

A group of students at the University of Technology and Education - University of Đà Nẵng is working on an innovative project aimed at using a device to detect and manage pipeline leaks.

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