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Ministry of Construction receives expanded brief

By Bich Thuy March 05, 2025 | 16:51

New functions and tasks have been added to the brief of the Ministry of Construction according to a government decree.

Dutch trekker found safe after wandering astray on Fansipan Mountain

By VNA March 05, 2025 | 09:33

A Dutch man who went missing while trekking Fansipan, Vietnam's highest peak, was found safe by local authorities on March 4. His last communication with his wife was at 4:11 pm on March 3, when he warned her that his phone battery was running low and he might have to spend the night in the forest.

Vietnam prioritises women shaping the future of science, technology, and innovation: Official

By VNA March 05, 2025 | 08:53

National Assembly (NA) Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Thanh reaffirmed that Vietnam remains firmly committed to promoting gender equality and empowering women at a meeting in Hanoi on March 4 with Caroline Nyamayemombe, UN Women Representative in Vietnam, and Michaela Bauer, UNICEF Deputy Representative in Vietnam.

Pham Van Hoanh appointed new VIR's editor-in-chief

By Nguyen Huong March 04, 2025 | 08:24

On the afternoon of March 3, the Ministry of Finance (MoF) held a ceremony to announce and hand over decisions on the transfer and appointment of its unit leaders. Pham Van Hoanh was appointed editor-in-chief of Vietnam Investment Review.

Economic losses from workplace accidents increase by 1 billion USD

By VNA March 03, 2025 | 10:33

Data from the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs on workplace accidents in 2024 revealed that last year, there were 8,286 workplace accidents across the country, an increase of 892 cases from 2023, resulting in 8,472 victims, an increase of 919 people.

Ministry warns of rising online fraud

By VNA February 25, 2025 | 15:41

The E-commerce Development Centre (Ecomviet) under the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT) has issued a warning of the growing complexity of online fraud, emphasising that users will face two key threats - surveillance malware designed to steal information - and evolving online scams.

Hanoi to construct three bridges crossing Red River

By VNA February 24, 2025 | 12:05

The Hanoi People’s Committee has submitted a proposal to the municipal People’s Council for approval of investment plans and adjustments to several public investment projects, including the Tran Hung Dao, Tu Lien and Ngoc Hoi bridges.

PM orders swift response following deadly traffic accident in Son La

By VNA February 24, 2025 | 11:58

In the dispatch directing response to a severe traffic accident in the northern mountainous province of Son La, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh ordered the provincial Chairperson of the People's Committee and head of the provincial Traffic Safety Committee to urgently instruct local authorities and relevant agencies to take decisive action.

Party chief takes ride on Ben Thanh – Suoi Tien metro line

By VNA February 24, 2025 | 11:53

During his journey from Ben Thanh to Tan Cang station, Party General Secretary To Lam engaged with passengers who enthusiastically shared their experience using the modern public transit system. Commuters said it helps reduce travel time, meet their travel demand, while improving living quality.

Training initiative bolsters skills for informal workers

By Thuy Dinh February 24, 2025 | 11:04

With funding from the Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP), VietCycle has organised a training programme to raise awareness of plastic waste and financial management for the informal waste collection workforce, known as "green warriors," in southern Vietnam.