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PM orders comprehensive fixes to shortcomings in fighting IUU fishing

Culture ministry asks for cancellations of Tết festivals, fireworks

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has asked local departments under its wings to advise cities and provinces nationwide to cancel festivals and firework displays celebrating Tết, Việt Nam’s traditional New Year celebrated at the end of this month, as concerns rise over a spike in COVID-19 cases.

Việt Nam promote application of AI in hydrometeorology

Applying artificial intelligence in the hydro-meteorological sector is essential, said Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Le Cong Thanh.[/su]

15,779 new cases of COVID-19 reported on Sunday

Việt Nam reported 15,779 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday including 28 imported and 15,751 domestic cases.

Update of COVID-19 new cases in Việt Nam on January 9

Food Bank WareHouse charity to feed poor

The charity hunger-relief organisation Food Bank Vietnam on Saturday (January 8) launched its first Food Bank WareHouse in HCM City to collect discarded good food by grocery stores and food establishments and distribute to people in need.

Việt Nam has made great progress in endoscopic surgery for esophageal cancer patients

Việt Nam has made many advances in endoscopic surgery for patients with esophageal cancer. Up to 90 per cent of esophageal cancer patients can live at least five years if the disease is detected and treated early.

HCM City eyes modern, sustainable urban farming

HCM City plans to make urban agriculture modern and sustainable, focusing on restructuring and development of new-style rural areas, Nguyễn Hồ Hải, deputy secretary of its Party Committee, has said.

16,553 new coronavirus transmissions confirmed, Hà Nội registers record 2,791 cases

The capital Hà Nội had a record 2,791 new COVID cases on Saturday, as 16,553 infections were registered in Việt Nam.

Việt Nam reports 16,553 new cases on Saturday

HCM City Labour Federation to ensure workers have happy Tết holidays

The HCM City Labour Federation has earmarked more than VNĐ700 billion (US$30.75 million) to organise amusement activities and give gifts to workers for Tết (Lunar New Year).

In-person dining services allowed in five wards of Hoàn Kiếm District

Hoàn Kiếm District announced late on Friday that they will allow in-person dining services in wards that are medium COVID risk

HCM City students joined the fight against COVID-19

Since the pandemic took a grip on the country, many stories have emerged of the amazing and selfless acts of everyday people.

Cầu Giấy District to suspend in-person dining services as COVID risk level raised to high

Cầu Giấy District in Hà Nội will stop offering in-person dining services as the district’s COVID risk level has been changed from medium (yellow) to high risk (orange)

16,278 new coronavirus infections confirmed nationwide, Hà Nội registers record 2,723 cases

The capital Hà Nội had a record 2,723 new COVID cases on Friday, as 16,278 infections were registered across the country in 59 localities.

HCM City reduces COVID home-treatment period from 14 days to 10

COVID-19 patients treated at home in HCM City and cured now have to stay home only for 10 days and not 14, the city Department of Health has said.

16,278 new COVID-19 cases, 233 more deaths reported on Friday

New decree on deportation rights and obligations of foreigners

Foreigners who commit administrative violations within Việt Nam’s territory, contiguous zone, exclusive economic zone and continental shelf will be expelled from the country under a decree recently issued by the Government.

Old, new ID cards to be completely integrated

The old and new versions of citizens’ identification cards are set to be completely integrated this year, enabling the e-identification of all people.

Vietnam Airlines offers Tết plant transport services

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will transport branches of peach blossoms and ochna flower as check-in baggage on its domestic flights from January 17 to February 15 (the 15th day of the new lunar year).