Since the beginning of this year, the capital has reported 259 cases of measles across all 30 districts and towns, whereas no cases were recorded during the same period last year.

The National Public Service Portal has just announced good results in the Public Administration Index, which evaluates the service provision for citizens and businesses in administrative procedures and public services across 2024.

Under the MOU, the two sides will partner to develop cell therapy, stem cells, and gene therapy.

Reflecting on lessons from Tropical Storm No. 3 (Typhoon Yagi), Hải pointed out that when a severe storm is forecast, it is necessary to review preparedness, especially in mountainous and border provinces where transportation disruptions can complicate communication and disaster recovery efforts.

“We will handle this case strictly according to the law, with no favouritism, regardless of who is involved," chief of Tuyên Quang City police said

Under the resolution, Bắc Giang Province will have 10 disrtict-level administrative units including one city, two townships and seven districts; and 192 commune-level units of 35 wards, 14 towns and 143 communes.

The new Executive Committee of the Bắc Giang City's Party Committee will consist of 58 members, a reduction of 22 members (including four early retirees, one retiree, and 17 officials transferred to agencies of the province, Lục Ngạn District, and Chũ Town).

Vietnamese Heroic Mothers and revolutionary activists born before the August 19, 1945 will receive a 90 per cent discount on ticket prices.

All are striving to complete phase one of the Long Thành Airport Project before the end of next year.

According to the city’s Department of Tourism, the Bến Thành - Suối Tiên metro line which spans 19.7 km and includes 14 stations will help reduce traffic congestion while providing a new opportunity for exploring the city in a convenient and environmentally friendly manner.

Following the resolution’s approval, Bắc Giang City’s Party Committee and People’s Committee swiftly devised plans to ensure a smooth transition, adhering to principles of clear responsibilities, timelines and accountability.

Firework displays will be held at five locations, including Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Đông, and Nam Từ Liêm districts, as well as Sơn Tây township and Đông Anh district. The dazzling shows will light up the sky from midnight to 12:15am on January 1, 2025.

NA Chairman Trần Thanh Mẫn urged local Party committees, authorities, the provincial Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee, and mass organisations to strengthen unity, make further efforts, and increase their determination to focus on effectively carrying out key tasks.

Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính emphasised that this is an important project that needs to be implemented soon, so the procedures should be streamlined.

The Việt Nam International Defense Exhibition will extend the opening hours of some booths until Monday, with the show originally scheduled to close on Sunday.

The Việt Nam International Defence Expo 2024, at Gia Lâm Airport in Hà Nội, has left a lasting impression on defence officials and ambassadors from various countries.

Việt Nam’s southern metropolis HCM City marked a significant milestone in its long-awaited mass transit development on Sunday, with the official launch of its first metro line after years of delay.

Vietnamese authorities will strengthen fire safety regulations and inspections for residential properties to ensure compliance.

Investigations revealed that the group, led by Nguyễn Minh Lượng, 25, charged the victims between US$50,000 and $75,000 per person for illegal migration services.

Professor Carl Thayer, an expert in Southeast Asian security and diplomacy, discusses Việt Nam’s defence diplomacy, its growing international role, and how its military modernisation aligns with regional security trends.