The Ministry of Transport has asked local authorities in Bac Ninh, Hung Yen and Vinh Phuc to deal with Grab's illegal operation in the areas. Grab warned over out-of-scope operations Grab was asked to stick to the pilot programme for the application of science and technology in passenger transportation. The pilot project was carried out in five provinces and cities, including Hanoi, HCM City, Danang, Khanh Hoa and Quang Ninh, from 2016 to 2018. However, the pilot programme has been extended until the new transport law and the conditions for vehicle transportation is completed. The authorities in Bac Ninh, Hung Yen and Vinh Phuc provinces were asked to keep monitoring transportation methods that use technology and deal with violators. The Ministry of Transport also asked Grab to follow the regulations and not operate out of the scope of the programme. Grab is not allowed to work in Bac Ninh, Hung Yen, Vinh Phuc or make contracts with drivers without permission from local … [Read more...] about Grab warned over out-of-scope operations
Youth murals promote cultural tradition of Hanoi’s village
Ngo Trong Nghia is drawing mural a mural on the wall of Dong Ngac’s communal house. (Photo: tuoitrethudo.com.vn) As a second-year student at Hanoi Architectural University, after his daily studies, Ngo Trong Nghia actively participates in extracurricular activities of Dong Ngac ward’s youth union. As part of the youth movement philosophy to express themselves through a variety of materials and mediums, Nghia took the on role of sketching on mural street in Dong Ngac village. “My goal is to bring people of all ages together, creating a new space where history and modernity can meet and coexist. I want to expand the scale of this street, so that everyone can contribute their voice to this new environment,” Nghia said. The 17 paintings amazed local residents. They feature Dong Ngac’s unique cultural traditions such as Ve communal house and its traditional festivals and folk games. The youth painted a picture of Dong Ngac in the old days with banyan … [Read more...] about Youth murals promote cultural tradition of Hanoi’s village
Haiphong – city of heated industrial property
The Hanoitimes - Located on the main economic corridor, Haiphong is set to become the main gateway for import and export in Vietnam`s northern region. Northern industrial real estate benefits from manufacturing growth FDI boosts Vietnam’s industrial real estate in 2018 South Korea eyes deep sea port project in Haiphong Haiphong, the northern coastal city receiving shipment from many parts of the world, has appeared to be one of the most buzzling economic hubs in Vietnam’s northern region and so is its industrial real estate segment, JLL has predicted. An overview of Haiphong. Photo: Haiphong.gov.vn Position fuels economic growth Being one of five major cities in Vietnam with direct connection to Hanoi and located on the main economic corridor, along the north-eastern coastal area, Haiphong is set to become the main gateway for import and export in the northern region, according to Country Head of JLL Vietnam Stephen Wyatt. Given its … [Read more...] about Haiphong – city of heated industrial property
Scorching heat attacks Hanoi
The Hanoitimes - Temperature in some roads of Hanoi measured at 50 degree Celsius. Hanoi implements heat wave impact minimization project for vulnerable groups Summer has just begun but residents in Hanoi have already felt the worst of it when the temperature surged to 38 degrees Celsius in the midst of the scorching heat wave at noon while the heat on the road was recorded at up to 50 degrees Celsius. Temperature in some roads of Hanoi measured at 50 degree Celsius, causing water mirage. Photo: Kinhtedothi. Over the past two days, the temperature in Hanoi peaked an average 38 degree Celsius at 11 a.m, however, outdoor temperature was about 5 to 7 degree Celsius higher due to urban effects, Zing.vn reported. Temperature measured in some poorly-shaded streets namely Thang Long Avenue, Nguyen Xien, Pham Hung, etc. rose to 50 degree Celsius at noon, causing watery mirage. High temperatures stir up daily life in Hanoi. Photo: Pham Hung The heat wave is … [Read more...] about Scorching heat attacks Hanoi
Drought, saltwater intrusion double whammy for Mekong delta farmers
Freshwater is sold in certain areas for VND200,000 ($8.6) per cubic metre, and local authorities use tanker trucks to deliver water to households. For more than a month Tran Minh Chinh of Can Giuoc district in Long An Province has had to buy from trucks for his family of five. He says the annual rainfall is a month late, causing all freshwater reservoirs in the area to dry up. "The price of water is now VND60,000-200,000 ($2.6-8.6) for one cubic metre. A family of 4 to 5 members has to pay about VND1 million ($43) for water monthly." People have to conserve water by every means possible. Water used for rice rinsing is saved for plants and livestock, bathing is done using salt water followed by a quick rinse with freshwater. Nguyen Van Minh, a farmer, said: "Some areas are far away from provincial centres and inaccessible by trucks, so people there may not have water to use despite having money." Due to the long drought, seawater has intruded 80km inland from the Vam … [Read more...] about Drought, saltwater intrusion double whammy for Mekong delta farmers