Can Tho to Launch Public Bike-Sharing Scheme
Can Tho’s urbanites may soon be able to bike around the city thanks to a new public bike-sharing scheme.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Wins Seat on UN Culture Committee
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam wins seat on UN culture committee [VnExpress] Chilly weather to hammer cen...
Morning News Roundup: Many Vietnamese Women Believe Spousal Abuse Can Be Justified
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Northern Vietnam city’s ex-Party chiefs jailed for abusing powers [Tuoi Tre] Many ...
Vietnam Faces Obstacles in Its Switch to Biofuel
In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of local traffic, Vietnamese officials are working to introduce E5 biofuel into the local market, though they have their work cut out for them.
Hanoi May Ban Street Performers From Pedestrian-Only Areas
Hanoi authorities are considering a ban against street performances in the city’s new pedestrian-only areas.
Morning News Roundup: False Fish Sauce Survey Sponsored by Ogilvy Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. False fish sauce survey sponsored by Ogilvy Vietnam [Tuoi Tre] Don't push the enve...
How the TPP Will Transform Vietnam’s Economy Even If It Doesn’t Pass
Though the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is pretty much dead at this point, the landmark trade deal – which would have involved a staggering 40% of the global economy – is still likely to have an im...
Vietnam to Impose Tougher Fines on Public Urination, Littering
Starting in February next year, Vietnam will significantly increase fines for public urination.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Announces a Day of Mourning for Fidel Castro
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Quang Ninh: 2,000 year-old tombs discovered [DTI] Bankrupt firms continue to rise&...
Woman Gives Birth on the Street in Northern Vietnam
Last week, while driving to her hometown, local woman Nguyen Thi Thanh Loan had to put her journey on hold in order give birth on a sidewalk in Yen Bai province.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Among 10 Countries Most Exposed to Hacking Risk, Report Warns
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Vietnam Expresses Condolences Over Fidel Castro's Death
Cuban revolutionary and long-time leader Fidel Castro passed away last Friday, creating an array of different reactions from around the world.
Weekend News Roundup: Works Finish on First Phase of $48.6m Wind Farm in Central Vietnam
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Facing Power Shortage, Vietnam Plans to Import Electricity From Laos
Due to increasing domestic demand, Vietnam is negotiating to import electricity from Laos.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam to Deactivate 12 Million Unregistered SIM Cards
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Vietnam to Cut One Year off University Programs
In the future, Vietnamese university students will be able to graduate a year early, according to a new plan approved by Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc.
Hanoi Bans Shops, Cafes From Apartment Buildings
Hanoi authorities recently approved a regulation banning businesses from setting up shop in the capital's apartments.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Scraps Huge Nuclear Power Plant Projects
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam scraps huge nuclear power plant projects [Bangkok Post] Dong Nai: 2,000 ye...
7-Eleven’s Vietnam Debut Could Come as Early as Next Year
Excitement is building over the long-awaited arrival of the 7-Eleven franchise in Vietnam.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Airlines Adds Nearly 900 Flights During Tet Holiday
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. Vietnam Airlines adds nearly 900 flights during Tet holiday [DTI] Social network f...
