Vietnam wall of faces

“It is estimated that 47 newborns die every day in Vietnam. Most are from preventable causes. Simple interventions such as skilled birth attendance, early essential newborn care, early initiation of breastfeeding, and kangaroo-mother care for premature and low-weight babies can save lives of women and their infants," UNICEF said. … [Read more...] about Vietnam sees increasing survival rate of premature infants

Tran Van Loi roasts hazelnuts at his roadside stall in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Photo: Manh Dung / Tuoi Tre He further explained that the income for his whole family comes mainly from him peddling in Ho Chi Minh City.  … [Read more...] about Saigon peddlers face tough times in pandemic-hit economy

They are fed breast milk to help prevent infections and improve digestion. The infants usually have contact with their mothers to stimulate the development of the brain and nervous system and to reduce the mortality rate and chance of disease. … [Read more...] about Việt Nam sees increasing survival rate of premature infants

Decree No.74/2018/ND-CP, meanwhile, further complicates trade by requesting vehicle imports for exportation to proceed in Vietnam to basic homologation without local tests even though those vehicles are not intended for use in Vietnam. Vehicle importers with a valid business licence already including transshipment can only proceed until the expiration of their business licences as per Decree 69. However, transshipments of vehicles must now take place within 30 days. … [Read more...] about Auto industry steers strategy towards wider supply chains

Artisanal jewelry pieces require time, effort, and an eye for detail. Simple rings take up one day while more complicated designs take two to three days to finish. As a perfectionist, he only takes individual orders rather than bulk and never rushes a job. "Being a jeweler requires one to be patient as the steps simply can’t be rushed." … [Read more...] about 71-year-old jeweler hammers out a living in Hanoi’s Old Quarter