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Vietnam News Today (Apr. 28): Vietnam Attends 20th ASEAN-Russia Senior Officials’ Meeting
Vietnam News Today (Apr. 28): Vietnam attends 20th ASEAN-Russia Senior Officials’ Meeting; Vietnam expected to become e-commerce powerhouse in Southeast Asia; Early summer heat grips three regions, temperatures rise above 40°C; Da Nang city promotes cooperation with Brazil.
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Digital Economic Development Rate in Vietnam is Fastest Among Southeast Asian Countries
On April 24, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Chairman of the National Committee on Digital Transformation, chaired the 8th session of the Committee. The discussion focuses on the digital economy development rate.
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Ceremony Marks 70th Anniversary of Geneva Agreement Held in Hanoi
The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a ceremony in Hanoi on April 25 to mark 70 years since the signing of the Geneva Agreement on the Cessation of Hostilities in Vietnam - an important milestone in the struggle for national liberation of the Vietnamese people and a great victory of the Vietnamese diplomatic sector.
Vietnam Covid-19 Updates (June 10): 406 new cases reported, Quang Ninh reopens tourist sites
The total tally stood at 9,635, of which 6,450 were domestic cases recorded since the new wave started on April 27.
Medical transportation robots made in Vietnam deployed at COVID treatment facilities
"Patients from Room 308 please come out to take your food,” said Vibot-2 – the second generation of medical transportation robots made in Vietnam – before assisting infected indidivuals.
Vietnam proposes equal access to Covid-19 vaccines to AIPA-42 agenda
On June 9, Vietnam suggested putting the sharing and equitable access to Covid-19 vaccine resources on the agenda of the 42nd General Assembly of AIPA (AIPA-42) scheduled to take place in August 2021 in Brunei Darussalam.
Vietnam eyes vaccinating children against coronavirus
The new move is part of the government's effort to protect children from the novel coronavirus.
Health ministry: Fourth coronavirus wave basically under control
The latest coronavirus outbreak in Vietnam starts to abate after over one month.
Vietnam, Indonesia step up naval co-operation
Rear Admiral Tran Thanh Nghiem, Chief of the Vietnam People’s Navy, had an online talk with Admiral Yudo Margono, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, reported PANO.
Vietnam Covid-19 Updates (June 9): 172 new cases, 2 more death
The national tally rose to 9,222. Sixteen provinces have passed through 14 days without any new cases.
Crowded religious activities to be suspended over Covid concerns
The proposal was made as the authorities try to avoid large gatherings following a new cluster linked to a religious mission in Ho Chi Minh City.
Vietnam News Today (June 9): Vietnam-India scientific webinar seeks solutions to deepen defence ties
Vietnam News Today (June 9) features headlines include: Vietnam-India scientific webinar seeks solutions to deepen defence ties; Vietnamese, Chinese Foreign Ministers hold talks; Industrial developers winning big from rising rentals and 42 firms resume operations in Covid-19 epicenter.
Retailers, foreigners may get Covid vaccination priority, one vendor latest patient in Hanoi
The proposal to prioritize retailers and foreign experts is part of the latest efforts to control the spread of the novel coronavirus. Meanwhile, Monday morning saw a vegetable vendor confirmed the latest Covid-19 patient.
Vietnam Covid-19 Updates (June 8): 235 new cases, overseas Vietnamese continue to support
Since the pandemic first broke out in the country Vietnamese people from all around the world have donated cash and goods in a show of mutual support.
Vietnam News Today (June 8): Vietnam calls for serious implementation of DOC at ASEAN-China SOM
Vietnam News Today (June 8) features headlines include: Vietnam calls for serious implementation of DOC at ASEAN-China SOM; Vietnam, Australia legislators hold talks, look to double bilateral trade; Vietnamese lychees head for EU markets and Vietnamese firms win bids for rice exports.
Vietnam calls for efficient functioning of APEC supply chains
Member economies of Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) need to continue free and open trade and investment activities while implementing initiatives to ensure the efficient and smooth operation of the regional supply chain of goods and services and facilitatethe movement of essential goods.
Showing support and compassion to Agent Orange victims
"My voice is a tiny one in the dark wanting to bring light to Agent Orange victims"
Vietnam Covid-19 Updates (June 7): 211 new cases, Bac Giang quarantine additional 2,800 workers
Almost six weeks into the new wave, Vietnam has recorded infections in 39 of its 63 cities and provinces.
Deputy PM wants speedier at-home quarantine for F1 cases
Letting low-risk suspected Covid patients quarantine at home will help alleviate stress on frontline medical workers
Central province Ha Tinh deploys urgent measures to contain first coronavirus cluster
For the first time the central province reported Covid-19 infections during the fourth wave in Vietnam
Vietnam News Today (June 7): Over US$ 56 mln donated to the Covid-19 Vaccine Fund
Vietnam News Today (June 7) features headlines include: Over US$ 56 mln donated to the Vaccine Fund for Covid-19 Prevention and Control; Conclusion of Deputy PM Vu Duc Dam on the purchase of AZD1222 vaccine; Hai Duong lychee exported to Thailand for first time and supermarkets report dramatic increase in online orders these days.
Protection and care for children during Covid-19 pandemic
A Vietnamese minister has issued an official letter on strengthening protection and care for children during the Covid-19 pandemic
International organizations highly value Vietnam’s COVID fund
Representatives of international organizations in Vietnam praise the solidarity and responsibility of the people of Vietnam in the COVID fight with the establishment of the COVID vaccine fund.
