VIETNAM TODAY

A series of new policies are coming into effect this month, including regulations relating to foreign diplomats and policies to support needy students, raise awareness of legal assistance and tighten State control of chemical substances

Some 71 traffic accidents occurred across the country during the three-day holiday from September 2 (National Day) to September 4, killing 33 people and injuring another 59.

The body of 22-year-old pedicab driver Eric Sison lies in a coffin in a Manila slum with a chick pacing across his casket, placed there in keeping with a local tradition to symbolically peck at the conscience of his killers.

Nearly 23 million pupils nationwide will attend the opening ceremony for the 2016-2017 academic year on September 5.

Vietnam’s (B1 stable) credit profile is supported by its robust economic growth and diversified economy, Moody’s Investors Service said.

The upcoming State visit to Vietnam by French President Francois Hollande from September 5-7 aims to promote the bilateral strategic partnership.

Head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for External Relations Hoang Binh Quan has called on Asian countries and parties to show their sense of responsibility for peace, stability and prosperity in the region, which is facing various security

The Group of 20 summit opened on September 4 in China's eastern city of Hangzhou amid multiple risks and challenges, aiming to find a therapy that can bring the world economy back to a healthy growth trajectory.

Returning home for summer holiday after two years studying in India, 27-year-old Vương Thị Quyên in Quảng Bình Province is as determined as ever to leave her mark on the world.

In Hanoi, imported fruit is priced reasonably and sells well. For example, apples imported from the US and New Zealand are only VND56,000 to VND70,000 ($2.5-3) per kilo.

The US is considering to further ease sanctions against Myanmar as State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi will visit the White House from September 14-15.

Phạm Quốc Đạt, co-founder and CEO of HATCH! Program and who was listed among Forbes Vietnam’30 under 30’ in 2016, spoke about HATCH’s entrepreneurship schemes and what it takes for Vietnam's startup ecosystem to move forward.

Vietnam and India issued a Joint Statement on the official visit to Vietnam on September 2-3 by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Tran Thi Khanh Ly won a gold medal at the ongoing Asian Wushu Championships which began in Taoyuan City of Chinese Taipei on September 1.

The General Department of Preventive Medicine sought measures to assure the early detection of the Zika infection in high risks areas through its online meeting in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, the Central Highlands and the central province of

Hotels from three to five stars in Vietnam will be inspected by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).

The free trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and Vietnam will take effect on October 5, Minister for Trade at the Eurasian Economic Commission Board Veronika Nikishina has said.

Vietnam and India have agreed to upgrade their strategic partnership, making India the third country to establish comprehensive strategic partnership with Vietnam after Russia and China.

Illegal wildlife trade is rampant at many areas in some provinces in the Mekong Delta Region, especially around the Tram Chim National Park in Dong Thap Province.