Illegal sand extraction rampant on Da River
The illegal excavation of sand has been found at a section of Da River which runs through Hanoi, and local authorities have apparently done little to curb the problem.
Hoi An residents turn organic waste into compost and detergent
While cycling for exercise every early morning, Nguyen Thi Hong Van often passes a market to collect leftover fruits and vegetables.
Deputy minister discusses artificial intelligence strategy with HCMC leaders
Deputy minister of Science and Technology Bui The Duy discussed implementation of the national strategy on research, development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) from now to 2030 with HCM City leaders on Friday.
5G rules to assist quality control
Vietnam’s 5G user equipment market is expected to see changes as the country is taking the final steps to publicise new regulations, possibly stiffening competition among device suppliers like Apple, Samsung, Huawei, and Xiaomi.
Vietnam aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in rice sector
Agencies in Vietnam and international partners have been working together to seek effective measures to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases in rice production in the country.
Water in Hanoi’s largest lake turns moss green, Environment Ministry takes action
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment’s (MONRE) tests show that the water of Hanoi’s West Lake is polluted.
Vietnam strives to become regional pioneer in reducing ocean plastic waste
Vietnam is striving to become a regional pioneer in reducing ocean plastic waste, heard a recent virtual meeting of environmental officials of Vietnam, Germany, Ecuador and Ghana.
HCM City's new water-drainage plan considers impact of rising sea levels, climate change
A plan for a new water-drainage network in HCM City has been submitted to the Prime Minister for approval.
Network attacks on Vietnamese systems decrease by 20%
In the first quarter of 2021, the Department of Information Security at the Ministry of Information and Communications recorded 1,271 cyber-attacks on information systems in Vietnam, a reduction of 20% compared to the same period last year.
Second “Make in Vietnam” Covid-19 test kit to be launched
The second locally-produced Covid-19 test kit is waiting for a license, the Ministry of Science and Technology said at a recent press conference.
HCMC introduces missions to develop its innovative startup ecosystem
The innovative startup ecosystem in Ho Chi Minh City is oriented into becoming a regional-scaled one. Therefore, it needs much support from both the municipal authorities and the community. HCMC’s leaders have introduce a special support project to fulfill this aim.
Ta Quang Buu Prize 2021 has four nominations
The National Foundation for Science and Technology Development- the standing agency of the Ta Quang Buu Prize said that this year’s award has four nominations in the fields of earth science and biological agriculture.
