Passengers from China asked to fill out health declaration forms, as Wuhan flights grounded

All travellers entering Việt Nam from China must fill out health declaration forms at the border gates from Saturday as part of efforts to prevent the spread of coronavirus. And flights between Việt Nam and Wuhan, China, the epicentre of the outbreak, have all been grounded.

Saltwater intrusion in Mekong Delta to ease by April

The water level at Cambodia’s great lake Tonle Sap is low so the ability to discharge much water for the delta is not high.

Twelve SOEs have losses in 2019: report The Ministry of Finance has revealed that twelve of 136 wholly state-owned enterprises had posted losses of VNĐ720 billion (US$30.9 million) in the first half of last year, and six others faced warnings regarding financial security.

Quality key to pepper growth, not quantity

For two decades, farmer Tô Nguyễn Hồ Hải in Central Highlands Gia Lai Province grew peppers, enjoying a boon in production. It was gold rush for pepper farmers.

Ministry eyes tightening corporate bond issuance amid market’s overheating

The Ministry of Finance will tighten regulations over corporate bond issuance because of an overheating market to protect investors and prevent risks which might arise from the abuse of this capital raising channel.

Tân Sơn Nhất airport braces for Tết holiday's gridlock

HCM City and aviation authorities have taken measures to ensure security at Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport and ease congestion in and around it during the Tết (Lunar New Year) rush.

Banks warn customers about fraud during Tết Commercial banks have issued warnings to customers about examples of fraud that are common during Tết (Lunar New Year).

Poor facilities hinder disaster preparedness and response

Việt Nam grappled with nearly 4,000 disasters and incidents in 2019, increasing 57.9 per cent compared to the previous year.

Ministry of Industry and Trade issues action programmes for 2020 Minister of Industry and Trade Trần Tuấn Anh has asked agencies and organisations in all localities to strengthen the fight against corruption and trade fraud.

Half of seas, islands to be surveyed by 2030

The surveys will be run by Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment with support of ministries of finance, planning and investment, national defence, science and technology.