Vietnam on the cheap

This time of year, gardeners in Long Khanh, a city under Dong Nai Province in southern Vietnam, are busy harvesting ripe rambutans, durians, mangosteens, and jackfruits from orchards, pushing them to integrate garden ecology with tourism and gastronomy in order to attract tourists. From Phan Thiet City in the south-central province of Binh Thuan, it takes around two hours to reach Long Khanh City, where visitors may taste luscious fruits. A tourist picks rambutans at an orchard in Long Khanh City, Dong Nai Province, Vietnam. Photo: Duc Trong / Tuoi Tre On National Highway 1, particularly in the vicinity of the Tan Phong junction, it is simple for travelers to observe the thriving fruit commerce. Buses pass by this area frequently, allowing passengers to purchase fruits. Along the rural roads in Binh Loc, Bao Quang, Xuan Lap, and Bau Sen Communes are lush fruit gardens. A tourist picks mangosteens at an orchard in Long Khanh City, Dong Nai … [Read more...] about Check out these orchards in Vietnam’s Long Khanh City

The national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines reopened flights to Terminal 4 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on June 22. Crewmembers of Vietnam Airlines Flight VN56 Đội before departing from London to Hanoi (Photo: VNA) Nearly 270 passengers on flight VN56 departing from London to Hanoi received support and guidance from Vietnam Airlines staff for boarding procedures at Terminal 4. Following the gradual recovery of the global aviation industry, Vietnam Airlines is fully prepared to meet the growing demand from international markets which will substantially contribute to the country's post pandemic economy growth, the firm said. Starting from July 5, Vietnam Airlines will operate three flights per week on the London-Hanoi route every Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday. From August 11 to October 29, the airline will operate flights from London to Hanoi every Tuesday and Thursday and services from London to Ho Chi Minh City will resume on Saturdays, … [Read more...] about Vietnam Airlines returns to Terminal T4 at London Heathrow Airport

The Land Cruiser LC300, a new version of one of the most sought-after SUVs made by the Japanese automaker, has not been available for pre-order at many dealerships in the two cities since March. Some customers who were able to place pre-orders do not know when exactly their cars would be delivered. Dealerships say it could take nearly a year. Toyota is facing issues with supply of some models, including the Land Cruiser, due to the shortage of parts, a company representative said. Because of the shortage, customers are now buying pre-order contracts from those who have placed the order but no longer have a demand for the car. The new Land Cruiser was first sold in Vietnam in August last year with a price tag of VND500 million ($21,517), but on the secondary market it is being sold at VND700 million or even VND1.6 billion, which is 40-320 percent higher. Toyota ranked second in sales behind Vietnam's Truong Hai Auto Corporation in the first months with 37,906 units, up 57 … [Read more...] about Toyota Land Cruiser out of stock in Vietnam

At the launching ceremony (Photo: Vietjetair.com) Hanoi (VNA) – Vietjet has officially launched four more services linking top destinations of Vietnam and India including Ho Chi Minh City/Hanoi – Mumbai and Phu Quoc – New Delhi/Mumbai. The new routes’ launch ceremony was held in Mumbai during the visit of Ho Chi Minh City’s leaders to Mumbai as Vietnam and India mark their 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations. The ceremony witnessed the presence of Phan Thi Thang, Vice Chairwoman of People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, representatives of Consulate General of Vietnam in Mumbai and Vietjet’s leaders. The Phu Quoc – Mumbai route will operate four weekly flights on every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, starting from September 8, 2022. The services between Phu Quoc and New Delhi will commence on September 9, 2022 with three weekly flights on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The Ho Chi Minh City/ Hanoi – Mumbai routes started operation in early June, 2022. The … [Read more...] about Vietjet launches four routes linking top destinations of Vietnam and India

Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam Australia Centre (VAC) has been officially launched by the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) and the Australia n Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), becoming a milestone in the Vietnam-Australia strategic partnership. According to the Australian Embassy in Vietnam , the establishment of the centre is in implementation of an agreement signed by the Prime Ministers of the two countries in August 2019. The Hanoi-based centre aims to help Vietnam access Australia’s knowledge, skills and expertise, experience in training and scientific research, thereby strengthening mutual understanding and deepening the fruitful partnership relationship between the two countries. The VAC, to be jointly operated by the HCMA and the DFAT through the Aus4Skills Programme, also focuses on improving the capacity of Vietnamese leaders and managers to meet the requirements of integration and development of the country, and contributing to … [Read more...] about Vietnam-Australia Centre officially launched

At some public hospitals in Vietnam, modern medical equipment, whose procurement was covered by the state budget or private firms, has been left idle, while patients are waiting for treatment. The situation will affect such patients and put them at a disadvantage if it lingers. The healthcare sector is facing difficulties as multiple healthcare officials, including the health minister , have faced criminal charges and been in detention for their wrongdoing in medical equipment procurement, suspending the purchase of medical equipment and medicines. Equipment has no fault As a case in point, two robots, named Mako and Rosa, had been used for joint and cranio-cerebral surgeries at Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi since 2017. However, the two robots have been suspended and when they will be put to use again is unknown. These two robots are related to a price gouging case at the hospital whose former director was arrested along with many leaders and employees of the robot … [Read more...] about Modern equipment left idle at public hospitals in Vietnam

The hospital ship Khanh Hoa 01 of the Vietnam People’s Navy began providing medical examinations and drugs for local residents of Phu Yen Province within the framework of the U.S.-led Pacific Partnership 2022 (PP22) on Tuesday. The medical provision, expected to benefit more than 180 local residents, is set to run at Vung Ro Port through Thursday. The hospital ship Khanh Hoa 01 is among the most modern of its type in Southeast Asia. It also performs search and rescue missions at sea. A doctor tends to a local resident on the hospital ship Khanh Hoa 01 of the Vietnam People’s Navy, which is docked at Vung Ro Port in Phu Yen Province, June 21, 2022. Photo: Trung Tran / Tuoi Tre The PP22 is taking place in Phu Yen from June 20 to July 3. The PP is an annual multinational mission for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness led by the U.S. government and is the largest of its kind in the Indo-Pacific region. This year’s event will focus on … [Read more...] about Naval ship offers free medical check-ups, medicine in south-central Vietnam

Mobile police forces in Vietnam will be furnished with aircraft and ships, in addition to weapons and other equipment, according to a new law passed by the country’s legislature last week. The lawmaking National Assembly approved the Law on Mobile Police at its third session on June 16 with over 91 percent of the votes from 474 delegates present. The law, which has five chapters and 33 articles, will take effect from January 1, 2023 and replace the 2013 Ordinance on Mobile Police. As per the new legislation, mobile police will be equipped not only with weapons, explosives, supporting tools, and vehicles as well as professional technical equipment, but also aircraft and boats to carry out their functions, tasks, and powers. Accordingly, mobile force units will be allowed to use aircraft and boats designated for them to implement their law enforcement activities when necessary. The government will issue detailed instructions to implement this regulation, the law says. The … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s mobile police to be equipped with planes, boats: new law

Binh Duong smart city in the namesake southern Vietnamese province was listed in the world’s top seven intelligent communities for the second consecutive year. The Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) and Binh Duong People’s Committee organized a ceremony in the southern province on Tuesday evening to announce the 2022 Top 7 Intelligent Communities of the Year. Binh Duong smart city was named in the Smart21 Communities for the fourth year in a row and Top 7 Intelligent Communities for the second consecutive year in 2022. In order to get recognized as one of the Smart21 Communities, Binh Duong smart city and other cities around the world had to meet strict criteria including broadband coverage, equality in digital access, innovative workforce, and support for sustainable development, said Louis Zacharilla, co-founder of the ICF. The ICF gathers nearly 200 prosperous smart cities in the world, Zacharilla continued, adding that it offers a chance for organizations and businesses in … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Binh Duong among world’s top seven intelligent communities

This is a remarkable end for Vietnam as the majority of the team were infected with Covid-19 before the tournament took place in India on January 20. On February 6, Vietnam defeated Chinese Taipei 2-1 in the Women’s Asian Cup playoffs to attend the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 for the first time. FIFA praises the Vietnam team. The opening goal from Chuong Thi Kieu at the 6th minute and Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy’s goal at the 56th minute increased the Vietnamese team’s lead in the match that Vietnam enjoyed the bulk of the possession (61%) and put pressure early on Chinese Taipei. Vietnam played for the most part of the game in the belting sun and humidity in Mumbai, India. “An aggressive Vietnam side left little room for Taipei to relax in a physically and vocally charged encounter that found players constantly reaching for a wet towel to deal with the conditions,” The Hindu reported. “Vietnam were undaunted and pushed forward with their positive play rewarded … [Read more...] about Vietnam book place in Women World Cup for first time