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Smarter thinking required for smart city creation in Vietnam
27-01-2020 08:00
Vietnam is considering smart city development as one of its key impetuses for economic growth in the years to come. Tran Quoc Thai, vice director of the Ministry of Construction’s Urban Development Agency, writes about the opportunities and hurdles in developing smart cities awaiting the country in the new year.
Vast Wuhan virus quarantine in China as cases emerge in Europe, South Asia
25-01-2020 21:02
A massive quarantine effort covering 13 cities was in effect in China on Saturday (Jan 25) aimed at containing a deadly virus, as the death toll climbed to 41 and the first cases of the disease were reported in Europe and South Asia.
BW aspiring to become country’s top developer
23-01-2020 20:32
Despite being the newest developer of warehouse and factory facilities, BW Industrial Development has quickly climbed the ranks to become the most outstanding industrial business in 2019. Now owning 14 projects across seven cities at a total of 380 hectares, BW targets another 200ha in 2020. VIR’s Binh An spoke to CEO C. K. Tong about the company’s vision.
Vietnam welcomes the Year of the Rat
22-01-2020 09:55
Life becomes more bustling in wake of the Lunar New Year festival, the country’s most important traditional event that is celebrated in every town, village, and household. In light of the Year of the Rat, the streets of Vietnam are decorated with colourful lights, while many events in the major cities are being organised to welcome the new year. Tan Duong reports.
Largest-ever Lunar New Year festival to be held in Sydney
21-01-2020 21:25
The largest ever Lunar New Year festival will be held in Sydney city, New South Wales state of Australia, from January 25 to February 11, with exciting music performances and fairs planned for most popular tourist attractions and well-known squares.
Hong Kong airline apologises after forcing woman to take pregnancy test
18-01-2020 08:52
A Hong Kong airline forced a Japanese woman to take a pregnancy test before allowing her on a flight to a Pacific island popular with mothers seeking US citizenship for their babies.
New IHG hotel opening in Phu Quoc
15-01-2020 19:30
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is expanding their luxury and boutique portfolio, including properties from InterContinental, Kimpton, Regent, and Hotel Indigo, with 23 exciting new openings in 2020. These properties will be raised in majestic destinations from Asia, including Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam, to Europe and the Americas.
Hanoi named cheapest city for backpacking escape in Asia
14-01-2020 09:28
Hanoi is named as the cheapest city in Asia for backpacking in a list of the UK-based Alpha Travel Insurance.
Agencies ready to ensure safety for Vietnamese in Middle East: spokeswoman
09-01-2020 20:19
Given the recent tensions in the Middle East, Vietnam’s representative agencies in the region and domestic relevant parties are ready to take citizen protection measures when necessary, said Spokeswoman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang.
No single-use plastic bags in Jakarta in six months' time
08-01-2020 12:45
The Indonesian capital of Jakarta will soon ban single-use plastic bags in markets and shopping centres, joining other cities in the region in reducing the use of disposables commonly associated with ocean pollution.
Vietnam Airlines serves passengers Canh oranges
06-01-2020 09:35
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will offer Canh oranges from Luc Ngan district in Bac Giang province on its flights between January 2 and January 15 to business-class passengers on the Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City air route and international flights departing from the two cities.
Set for the next industrial revolution
02-01-2020 15:00
Machine learning and AI can play a powerful role in helping connected cities become smarter, cleaner, and more efficient. Guido Jouret, chief digital officer of ABB, discusses how advanced analytical systems can optimise smart city operations, from waste disposal and transportation to energy distribution.
Vietnam Airlines greets first passengers in New Year
02-01-2020 11:48
National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on January 1 joined hands with the country’s four major tourist cities - Hanoi, Hue, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City - to welcome the first passengers of the airline in 2020.
Top 10 events that shape Hanoi city in 2019
02-01-2020 11:42
The following are the top 10 events that shaped the development of the capital city of Hanoi as announced by the municipal Party Committee on December 27.
Slow-charging progress in e-mobility in need of boost
25-12-2019 13:30
Rising air pollution amidst the rapid urbanisation in developing countries like Vietnam is a headache for authorities and citizens alike. Alongside Vietnam’s plan to ban motorcycles from big cities that remains in limbo, the country’s transition to e-mobility and building out the relevant infrastructure seems equally uncertain. Phuong Thu reports.
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