Việt Nam to create mechanisms to attract smart grid investment

Local electricity officials, related firms and international experts discussed a suitable legal framework to develop a smart grid and electricity system in Việt Nam in Hà Nội on November 21.

Delta farmers grow new flower varieties for Tết

Farmers in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta are growing more new flower varieties for the Tết (Lunar New Year) festival, which falls on January 25.

Economic growth could reach 7 per cent in 2021-25

Việt Nam’s economic growth is forecast to reach 7 per cent in the 2021-2025 period thanks to the country’s participation in new-generation free trade agreements.

NA protests Gov's proposal to reduce its power The initial drafter of the laws – most often a ministry – would be handed such power instead.

Health experts call for accelerated efforts against antibiotic resistance

Health experts called for accelerated and better coordinated actions from all sectors in Việt Nam in the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) at a meeting in Hà Nội on Thursday to celebrate World Antibiotic Awareness Week (November 18-24).

Michelin-starred chef shares views on ‘green cooking’ Two Michelin-starred chef Alain Dutournier has shared his viewpoint on ‘green cooking’ during a meeting with local media on Tuesday. The famous chef is in the Hà Nội to introduce his newest food creations during the Festival of Flavors taking place at La Table du Chef Restaurant.

Hà Nội destroys 63 tonnes of illegal goods

About 63 tonnes of goods from a company in Thanh Hà District, Hải Dương Province, have been destroyed, according to Hà Nội’s Market Management Department.

Bushfire threat spreads in Australia as smoke chokes Sydney The fire danger was elevated across wider swathes of southern Australia on Thursday, with residents warned to avoid at-risk areas as smoke from bushfires choked Sydney and other major cities.

Digital farming holds key to solving agriculture paradox Digitisation of farming is inevitable and Việt Nam should embrace it to resolve the agricultural paradox of producing more while preserving natural resources and to grab the opportunities brought by free trade agreements, experts have said.

Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) Launches Inaugural Festival of Ideas 2019 Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) Launches Inaugural Festival of Ideas 2019