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Hanoi (VNA) - UK Ambassador to Vietnam Gareth Ward and Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Ian Gibbons have recently advised UK citizens who are living and working in Vietnam to comply with local laws and customs amid the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. In their latest message, the two diplomats affirmed that as non-essential businesses and shops are now temporarily closed, locals and expatriates alike play a vital role in stopping this outbreak. “Social distancing is what we must all do,” Gareth stressed, calling on people to keep a minimum distance of 2 metres from others. He also recommended people to stay at home as much as possible and wear face masks if going out. UK citizens in Vietnam were also requested to respect the law and Vietnamese cultural norms to avoid getting fined or punished and “show that you’re playing your part in helping to tackle this global pandemic”. “We are very fortunate to live and work in Vietnam, we should not … [Read more...] about UK diplomats advise citizens in Vietnam to obey COVID-19 countermeasures

However, the growth rebound in the latter half of the year could be weaker than forecast, as even if manufacturing activity can be ramped up to clear the backlog of work, infrastructure bottlenecks at the ports may still limit the extent of the rebound. A localized outbreak in Vietnam could also see an increase in mass quarantines, which would weigh on private consumption activity. … [Read more...] about Fitch Solutions lowers Vietnam’s economic growth to 6.3%

Since March 22, Vietnam has prohibited entry for all foreign nationals, including those of Vietnamese origin and family members with visa waivers. Only Vietnamese nationals and foreigners with diplomatic or official passports are allowed in, and all are quarantined for 14 days. … [Read more...] about Vietnam sends 220 Europeans home

“The reasons for Vietnam’s robust response to COVID-19 are varied. But among the factors is leadership,” the article said, adding that for instance, the decision of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc to stop all events, activities and gatherings of more than 20 people in the country was viewed as a definitive and firm move. … [Read more...] about Vietnam confirms 204 COVID-19 cases, a 10-year-old boy as the latest

In April, it plans to conduct around 150 domestic cargo flights between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and from Nha Trang and Can Tho to Hanoi, and over 130 international flights to Japan, the Republic of Korea, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore, the UK, France, Germany, Russia and Australia./.VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines increases cargo transport to ensure trade