Why Malaysia keeps arresting Vietnamese fishermen, what can be done about it
We are used by now to almost regular news of Vietnamese fishermen being arrested and their fishing vessels confiscated by neighbors like Malaysia. Why does this happen ?
The abandoned $600m F1 circuit, the jailed mayor and a race near Australia that may never happen
Fenced off to the public and dotted with plastic waste, Hanoi’s motor race circuit lies largely abandoned while hopes fade that Vietnam’s capital will ever host a Formula 1 grand prix.
La Thaïlande, le Vietnam s’abstiennent de condamner la Russie à l’ONU
C’est une information diplomatique intéressante, avec quelques mystères. Le dernier décompte des pays asiatiques aux Nations Unies, vis à vis de la Russie, trace des lignes nouvelles à propos de la guerre en Ukraine.
Cambodia repatriates 78 Vietnamese tricked into illegal business
Border guards in Vietnam’s southern Tay Ninh Province on Tuesday received 78 Vietnamese rescued from casinos and illegal firms in Cambodia.
Vietnam wins seat on UN Human Rights Council
That such a rights-abusing state could win election to the body speaks to structural problems in the current international human rights regime.
Vietnam economy seen growing 8% in 2022, beating official target – govt
Vietnam’s economy is expected to grow 8% this year, beating an official target for an expansion of 6.0%-6.5%, the government said on Tuesday.
121 HCMC gas stations run out of fuel
121 gas stations in HCMC, or 20% of the city’s fuel retailers, were without fuel Monday because wholesalers couldn’t replenish their inventory on time.
15 mln Vietnamese afflicted with mental illnesses
Around 15 million Vietnamese are afflicted with mental illnesses, with depression and anxiety taking the top spots, Deputy Health Minister Tran Van Thuan said.
Vietnam revives tourism workforce
With tourism activities returning, Vietnam addresses the skilled labour shortage facing the tourism workforce as travel demand outstrips labour supply.
Why the people of Vietnam have surprisingly warm views of Americans, despite the history
Anti-Americanism in Vietnam is less pronounced than in many other parts of the world, and it likely stems from Vietnamese views about wealth and capitalism.
Illegal procedures at beauty salons deliver ugly results
Tricked into having cosmetic surgery and other esthetic procedures at unlicensed beauty salons, many people suffer consequences.
Ministry refuses to lift special consumption tax on gasoline
The Ministry of Finance refused a proposal to exempt special consumption tax on gasoline given the country’s tax rate is at a low level compared to many other countries.
What can Vietnam learn from South Korea’s style of ‘Mixed Governance’?
South Korea’s socio-economic achievements demonstrate the need for a strong state regardless of the institutional system.
Navigating Socialism, Security, and China in Laos-Vietnam Relations
Laos is important to China, but it is indispensable to Vietnam and its long-term security.
Why a maritime focus is vital for Vietnam’s security
Geography influences the strategic choices of all countries, but Vietnam is an interesting case of a ‘swing’ state in comparative grand-strategy terms.
Vietnam arrests real estate tycoon over suspected financial fraud
A Vietnamese real estate tycoon was arrested on suspicion of financial fraud, the police said on Saturday, as the country broadens its years-long anti-graft drive.
Hanoi metro becoming increasingly popular
People are increasingly using the Hanoi metro, with 31,020 traveling by it on Monday, the highest number recorded on a weekday.
Unfavorable working environment discourages graduates abroad from returning home
A working environment that doesn’t match and low incomes prompt many Vietnamese professionals to stay back after graduating from foreign universities.
Phu Quoc to raze 79 illegal villas
All 79 villas found to be built illegally on public lands in Phu Quoc Island off the southern Kien Giang Province are set to be demolished.
Vietnam’s first monkeypox case is woman returning from Dubai
A 35-year-old woman has become Vietnam’s patient zero of monkeypox after returning to HCMC from Dubai, the health ministry said Monday.
Vietnam’s cheap labor advantage doesn’t come cheap
Cheap labor has been Vietnam’s competitive edge for years, but it has come at the expense of workers’ sustainable wellbeing. They neither have job stability nor an adequate safety net.
In Vietnam, farmers show a willingness to work with the elephant in the room
Human-wildlife conflict is a threat to species such as the Asian elephant and to the livelihoods and well-being of people living in the vicinity of these animals.
Kingdom, Vietnam hail rise in bilateral trade despite Covid-19 pandemic
Cambodia and Vietnam have welcomed the rise in bilateral trade despite the Covid-19 pandemic and stressed their commitment to increase trade cooperation further.
Vietnam to impose temporary anti-dumping duty on some Chinese furniture
Vietnam will this month impose temporary anti-dumping duty on some furniture products originating from China, the Ministry of Industry and Trade said.
Movie production company apologizes to Trinh Cong Son’s Japanese muse
The producer of « Em and Trinh », a biopic on Trinh Cong Son (1939-2001), apologized to Michiko Yoshii on Friday for inappropriately depicting her private life.
16,000 teachers quit in 2022
While several localities are in dire need of teachers, 16,000 have quit in the year to date over low pay and strict policies.