VIETNAM TODAY

Philippine corruption fight a valuable lesson

PM Nguyen Tan Dung told Ombudsman Conchita Carpio Morales of the Philippines that Vietnam hopes to learn from the anti-corruption experiences of countries across the world, including their regional neighbours, during a meeting in Hanoi.

Vietnam, Thailand to boost military ties

Vietnam and Thailand agreed to step up friendly and cooperative military relations between the two countries, based on the “National Defence Agreement of Vietnam and Thailand’s Ministries of National Defence” signed in September, 2012.

Iran, Pakistan leaders initiate gas pipeline project

The presidents of Iran and Pakistan have inaugurated the construction of a much-delayed section of a $7.5 billion gas pipeline linking the two neighbours, Iranian media reported.

Low demand for high quality rice in Mekong Delta

Farmers in the Mekong Delta were prompted by the government to grow more high quality rice, but now are finding it difficult to sell their stock with most traders and businesses opting to buy low quality rice variety from

Delta saline intrusion curbs production, puts rice at risk

Saline-water intrusion in the Mekong Delta's coastal provinces has severely affected the local agricultural production, with rice paddies facing a shortage of fresh water.

Journalist continues kindergarten crusade

A journalist has continued to call for the MoET to provide support for kindergarten teachers in disadvantaged areas.

Online office furniture sales boom

The recession has meant giant liquidation sales on office furniture at knock down prices.

Cambodia, Vietnam target USD5 billion trade

Vietnamese businesses are enjoying more investment opportunities in Cambodia thanks to preferential trade conditions offered by both countries.

New Delhi gang rape accused commits suicide in jail

The main accused in the fatal December New Delhi gang rape committed suicide in prison Monday, officials said. Ram Singh, one of six people facing abduction, rape and murder charges of a student, hanged himself in solitary confinement.

Transport Minister pledges to tackle corruption

The Minister of Transport recently said that he would deal with the situation of newly-built transport projects that deteriorate quickly.

Experts express concerns for Dalat expansion plan

Experts have voiced their concerns that the charm of Dalat may be negatively impacted by the master plans for the city's expansion.

Foreigners enter for race at Laguna

Over 200 athletes from the US, France, England, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Japan are scheduled to race in the Laguna Lang Co Triathlon on April 14, the organising committee has said.

Dak Lak discusses local coffee industry’s prospects

The Central Highland province of Dak Lak hosted a March 10 conference as part of its ongoing four-day coffee festival to discuss the local coffee industry’s prospects.

S. Korea-US hold drill as tensions with North escalate

South Korean and US troops have launched a joint military exercise as North Korea severed its hotline with Seoul.

Vietnam protests over US courage award

The US State Department should not have presented this year's International Women of Courage Award to someone who violated Vietnamese law like Ta Phong Tan, said the spokesman for the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

NA leader’s activities in Russia

National Assembly Chairman Nguyen Sinh Hung met with Saint Petersburg’s Acting Legislative Assembly Chairman Sergey Andenko on March 10 as part of his ongoing visit to Russia.

ASEAN, EU eager to boost economic integration

ASEAN Economic Ministers and the EU Trade Commissioner have made important proposals for fostering trade and investment cooperation between the two regions.

Japan marks second tsunami anniversary

Japan on Monday marks the second anniversary of a ferocious tsunami that claimed nearly 19,000 lives and sparked the worst nuclear accident in a generation.

Extreme weather behind rise in number of sick children

A lot of little toddlers and young children are being rushed to hospitals recently in Ho Chi Minh City due to extreme fluctuation in weather, with temperatures dropping at night and early mornings to scorching at noontime.

Public controversy over animal slaughter at traditional festivals

While many have complained about the brutal treatment of animals at some traditional festivals, others have claimed the acts maintain spiritual value.

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