Schools in Phu Quoc Are Being Replaced With Development Projects
The rate of development in Phu Quoc is taking a toll on the city's primary and secondary education school sites.
Weekend News Roundup: HCMC to Add 17 High-Quality Bus Routes
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ HCM City to add 17 high-quality bus routes [VietnamNet] ▪ Vietnamese banks u...
Indonesian Ride-Hailing Giant Go-Jek to Arrive in Vietnam Soon
The Jakarta-based company will invest US$500 million to expand to Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines.
2 Killed, 10 Injured After Train Carrying 400 Passengers Crashes Into Truck in Northern Vietnam
Last night, a passenger train heading south from Hanoi slammed into a truck at a level crossing just after midnight.
High-Profile Local Artist Under Investigation Over Rape Allegations From Past Models
More and more women are speaking out about the sexual abuse they had to endure in their work environment in the past.
Vietnam Ranks 1st in Asia, 6th of 53 in Female Business Ownership
Women constitute a large percentage of business owners in the country, though some major obstacles remain in the way of true entrepreneurial equality.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Plans to Cut Back Tax Incentives for Casinos in SEZs
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Vietnam’s aviation market welcomes new fleets [VietnamNet] ▪ Vietnam plans t...
Weekend News Roundup: Lazada Faces Inspection After Multiple Service Complaints in Vietnam
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Public concerns over toxic chemical project near Ha Long Bay [DTI] ▪ Lazada ...
Vietnamese Government Proposes 33% Increase in Fuel Tax
The Vietnamese government is looking to raise the fuel tax to the highest permitted levels, according to a recent proposal by the Ministry of Finance.
Grab's Acquisition of Uber Might Have Violated Vietnam's Competition Law: Authorities
Officials are still deliberating over the next step to address Grab’s potential market monopoly.
Confusion Reigns Over Mobile Phone Registration Law
National Decree 49, which was issued last year, stipulated that all mobile phone users in Vietnam were required to register their phone with photo identification by April 24in order to avoid having th...
After Claims of Sexual Misconduct, Rocker Pham Anh Khoa Removed From UN Campaign, Concert, TV Contest
After the sexual assault allegation at Tuoi Tre gave rise to an emerging #metoo movement in Vietnam, more women are coming forward with stories of their own.
In 6 Years, Vietnam's Population of Convenience Stores Has Quadrupled: Report
Saigon is now home to 1,800 convenience stores and small-scale supermarkets.
Weekend News Roundup: Vietnam Successfully Produces Inactivated Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Draft regulations on foreign language centres proposed [DTI] ▪ VN successful...
Vietnam Extends Visa Exemptions for Five European Nations for 3 More Years
Previously, the policy was subject to annual renewal. The current exemptions would have expired in June this year.
Vietnamese Scientists Will Collaborate With NASA in a New Land Use Research Project
The project could help lead the way for practical applications in urban planning, natural resources protection and disaster prevention.
Construction of High-Rises Should Cease in Downtown Saigon, Hanoi to Reduce Congestion: Vietnam PM
In Saigon and Hanoi, downtown areas are suffering from major bottlenecks due to the boom of high-rise buildings in recent years.
Weekend News Roundup: Health Ministry Warns of Infectious Disease Outbreaks in Summer
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Phu Quoc hotel keeps illegal construction on opening day [DTI] ▪ Health Mini...
Morning News Roundup: VNA Considers Creating Cargo Unit to Boost Revenue
Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram and like us on Facebook. ▪ Border guards suspended over major illegal logging case [DTI] ▪ Vietnam Airl...
Aviation Authorities Launch Probe Into VNA Flight That Landed on Under-Construction Runway
Fortunately the aircraft landed without any problem. All members of the crew and passengers were safe.
