Coast Guard helps fishermen to combat illegal IUU fishing

The Việt Nam Coast Guard and relevant forces have apprised some 1,000 fishermen in the southern coastal province of Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu about how to prevent and combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

State workers hope for minimum wage reform

Việt Nam is set to implement a new salary regime for the public sector from July 1 next year. The new salary regime, part of a larger plan for comprehensive salary reform, was to have been implemented in 2021, but it was postponed due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Reviving life in the 'mysterious disease' village

Over 12 years ago, Rêu Village was struck by a sinister disease known as the "mysterious illness," which claimed the lives of dozens of its inhabitants. Nowadays, though painful memories still linger, the transformation is evident and for the better.

Việt Nam and international partners work together on gender equality

Ensuring gender equality is a very important issue for both Việt Nam and New Zealand, both countries have taken significant steps trying to bridge gaps in gender equality. There's much that both countries can be proud of, and I think the Vietnamese women's contribution to the labour force is very well known.

Resources readied for Typhoon No 5 response

Authorities were directed to inform vessels, especially tourist boats, about the typhoon's location and movement so they could proactively avoid or evacuate from dangerous areas. Military units in the affected areas would be mobilised to provide support and assistance to help affected residents recover from the disaster.

Experts recommend expanding maternity coverage

Representatives at the workshop on expansion of maternity protection in Việt Nam said that the adjustment would connect social security policies with economic and employment policies, as well as child care services.

The extraordinary bond between officer and canine companion

The life of a working dog is tied exclusively to one officer, typically for 5-7 years. The dog dedicates its entire life to bonding and working alongside that officer. A mission's success, to a large extent, depends on the dog's significant contribution.

Giving the gift of life

Lê Bá Huỳnh Đức, a young man in the central highland province of Đắk Lắk has donated his blood 65 times in the past 10 years. He has set a good example of a man living for the community.

Forum discusses healthcare innovations

Domestic and international health experts discussed new ways to bring Việt Nam's healthcare and pharmaceutical industry to new heights based on innovation and creativity at a forum on October 18 in Hà Nội.

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