COVID-19, dimmed global outlook weigh on bond market

The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and deepening global economic uncertainty are putting great pressure on Việt Nam’s local currency bond market, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

New town and district established in Quảng Ngãi The central province of Quang Ngai has established Đức Phổ District as a new town following a decision released on Tuesday, making it the first town in the province.

Côn Đảo Island to be temporarily closed to prevent COVID-19 The southern province of Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu decided to temporarily closed Côn Đảo Island, a popular tourist attraction, to visitors starting Tuesday.

Hunting Northern Lights at the edge of the earth

Bùi Hồng Ngọc takes a fairytale trip in search of the Aurora in Teriberka, a town poised on the shores of the Barents Sea in the Arctic, which is literally on the edge of the mainland from where it's only water all the way to the North Pole.

More Vietnamese airlines suspend international routes Budget carriers Jetstar Pacific and Vietjet Air announced they will suspend operating routes to and from ASEAN countries, including Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, Myanmar, Indonesia, from March 20.

Khánh Hòa’s tuna fishermen net high profits Tuna-fishing boats in the central province of Khánh Hòa are busy with the ongoing season, as a vessel can earn nearly VNĐ100 million (US$4,300) per trip.

Việt Nam records 68th COVID-19 case

Việt Nam’s 68th COVID-19 case was confirmed on Wednesday morning by the Nha Trang Pasteur Institute.

Việt Nam confirms 67th COVID-19 case The Nha Trang Pasteur Institute this morning confirmed that a patient tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, bringing the total number of people infected with COVID-19 in Việt Nam to 67.

Việt Nam suspends visas for foreign travellers starting Wednesday

In light of coronavirus spread concerns, Việt Nam will temporarily suspend visa issuance for foreigners entering the country for a period of 30 days starting Wednesday (March 18), Prime Minister Nguyễn Xuân Phúc said.

AIA Singapore to provide 50,000 video medical consultations for all AIA HealthShield Gold Max policyholders and extend Pre-authorisation to all private hospitals and healthcare providers AIA Singapore to provide 50,000 video medical consultations for all AIA HealthShield Gold Max policyholders and extend Pre-authorisation to all private hospitals and healthcare providers