Ex-PetroVietnam Chairman to be prosecuted for involvement in Phú Thọ ethanol case The Ministry of Public Security’s Security Investigation Agency has proposed prosecuting Đinh La Thăng, former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (PetroVietnam) and nine accomplices on charges of violating regulations on construction works, causing serious consequences at the Petrochemical and Bio-Fuel JSC (PVB) – a subsidiary of this group. 

Southern provinces strengthen fire prevention measures during dry season Patrols will be increased and fire safety promoted by local districts in HCM City and neighboring provinces in an aim to prevent forest fires during the current dry season, the city's Fire Fighting and Prevention Police Department has said.

Workers fear possible lay offs as epidemic continues Vietnamese businesses have voiced their concerns over the struggle to cope with the coronavirus due to a lack of raw materials. Such shortage would result in businesses having to temporarily suspend operations, with workers being laid off.

Companies hit by shortage of skillful Chinese workers due to virus

The ongoing coronavirus outbreak has disrupted several companies in Việt Nam as thousands of Chinese workers have been unable to return to work after Tết (Lunar New Year) holiday.

China delays reopening of border markets: MoIT

Authorities in China’s Guangxi Province have decided to extend the closure of border markets and continue to suspend the trading of goods by individuals until the end of February, according to the Consulate General of Việt Nam in Guangxi Province, China.

Government enlists tech companies in Coronavirus fight Minister of Information and Communications, Nguyễn Mạnh Hùng has called on all organizations and companies in the information and communications sector to join the efforts to combat the coronavirus, especially propaganda efforts.

Qatar Airways Volunteers Free Worldwide Air Cargo Transportation of Medical Supplies Donated to China for Coronavirus Alleviation Qatar Airways Volunteers Free Worldwide Air Cargo Transportation of Medical Supplies Donated to China for Coronavirus Alleviation

Ten more on cruise ship off Japan have new coronavirus Ten more people on a cruise ship off Japan's coast have tested positive for the new coronavirus, the health minister said on Thursday, raising the number of infections detected on the boat to 20.

Tourism sector plots plans to revive after epidemic

The imminent loss of tourism revenue due to the current spread of deadly coronavirus has prompted authorities and businesses to discuss plans to revive the tourism industry when the epidemic ends.

China virus deaths rise as WHO says 'opportunity' to halt spread The world has a "window of opportunity" to halt the spread of a deadly new virus, global health experts said, as the number of people infected in China jumped to 24,000 and millions more were ordered to stay indoors.