Society Irish Aid commits $1.62 million to Resilience First programme in Việt Nam Irish Aid in Việt Nam has committed €1.4 million (US$1.62 million) to the Resilience First programme to strengthen climate resilience and empower ethnic minority women in three provinces. 11/29/2025 17:51 | Vietnam news Việt Nam urged to accelerate biotechnology to capture global growth momentum 11/29/2025 17:03 | Vietnam news Hà Nội businesses seek clarity on new social and health insurance policies 11/29/2025 14:30 | Vietnam news Specialists urge Việt Nam to guard against cognitive decline in the age of AI 11/29/2025 14:19 | Vietnam news 1 Vietnam news | 03/06/2025 08:25 Nothing bad about being a sanitation worker, say hidden heroes Young people who are passionate about the environment and sustainability should consider careers in waste sorting, recycling, carbon credits and the circular economy. 2 Vietnam news | 03/06/2025 07:50 High organ transplant rate, but VN low in donations Organ donations from deceased and brain-dead donors remain scarce, while the demand for transplants continues to rise, with the main reason being lack of public awareness and ineffective communication and advocacy efforts. 3 Vietnam news | 03/06/2025 07:21 Mekong Delta faces intensifying saltwater intrusion amid declining dry season flow Hydrological forecasts from the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting and the Mekong River Commission suggest that total rainfall across the Mekong Basin in March will remain close to the long-term average, with variations of 5-20 per cent across different sub-basins. 4 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 21:57 PM calls on AstraZeneca to transfer vaccine technology to Việt Nam PM Chính expressed his appreciation for AstraZeneca’s practical and effective support during Việt Nam’s battle against COVID-19 pandemic. 5 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 21:03 Việt Nam’s GreenAms Robotics triumphs, advances to Global VEX Robotics finals The 13-member team will now represent Việt Nam at the VEX Robotics World Championship in May 2025 in the US. 6 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 19:30 Hòa Lạc Hi-Tech Park set to become science and technology city Key objectives include setting clear short, medium and longer term goals to ensure synchronised progress in technical infrastructure, workforce development and technological advancement. 7 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 18:31 Grinding out art Việt Nam consumes a great deal of coffee, so naturally there are lots of coffee ground that ends up being thrown away. Nguyễn Tấn Lộc has been recycling these abundant materials to make products such as decorative gifts and deodorisers, all while providing women with an easy way to earn more income. 8 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 18:30 UNICEF hails Việt Nam's public school tuition waiver policy as investment in future It is necessary to ensure sufficient resources, expertise, infrastructure, and quality learning materials, and attention should be given to the costs that families still have to cover, such as textbooks, uniforms, and transport, as these expenses can pose challenges for vulnerable households 9 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 16:24 Pilot project to support children with disabilities in HCM City A pilot project to protect and enhance the rights of children with disabilities will be implemented in HCM City by the HCM City Child Welfare Association (HCWA). 10 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 13:07 Central province works to remove IUU fishing violations Nguyễn Đức Bình, vice director of Quảng Ngãi Province's Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, said that 4,259 out of 5,194 fishing boats (82 per cent) had registered for operations at sea. 11 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 12:58 Multiple-vehicle collision in Quảng Bình leaves 3 dead The accident occurred at around 7.50pm on Tuesday. 12 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 10:25 Việt Nam’s medical advancements help preterm babies survive Preterm births are on the rise globally, with approximately 900,000 neonatal deaths annually. 13 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 10:24 The dual role of border guards in security and development Their contributions not only enhance the livelihoods of local people, but also reinforce national security, making them indispensable pillars of both defence and development. 14 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 10:13 Việt Nam’s first endoscopic brain tumour removal via the eyebrow arch successfully performed Previously, such cases required a 20-25 cm craniotomy, whereas this new method requires only a 2-3 cm incision. Its success paves the way for minimally invasive neurosurgery, offering safer and more effective treatment options for patients in Việt Nam. 15 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 08:22 Tuition fee exemption proposed for railway engineering students The University of Transport and Communications currently has only 104 training requests for various aspects of modern railway engineering. 16 Vietnam news | 03/05/2025 07:23 HCM City bans short-term rentals in residential buildings HCM City authorities have banned short-term rentals, such as those on Airbnb, in residential apartment complexes due to rising tensions between long-term residents and short-term renters. 17 Vietnam news | 03/04/2025 20:41 Dutch tourist found safe after going missing on Mount Fansipan Authorities in Lào Cai province successfully located and rescued a Dutch tourist who went missing while hiking Mount Fansipan. 18 Vietnam news | 03/04/2025 18:42 Rock down to Electric Avenue In this part of Trần Quý Cáp street in Hà Nội, broken appliances get a second chance. Skilled electricians work side by side, keeping repair traditions alive. For them, fixing things isn’t just a job, it’s a way of life. 19 Vietnam news | 03/04/2025 16:05 Five-day break announced for Reunification and Labour Day holiday The holiday will last from April 30 (Wednesday) to May 4 (Sunday). 20 Vietnam news | 03/04/2025 16:03 Japanese embassy provides aid to mitigate disaster impacts in Lào Cai Recipients include the local authorities of Bát Xát, Bắc Hà and Bảo Yên communes, which were severely impacted by Typhoon Yagi in September last year. 130 131 132 133 134