In 2017, HCMC first envisaged the proposal to operate buses with 12-17 seats to ensure every resident could access public transport. There were to be 30 routes served by a fleet of 350 minibuses including through alleys that were at least four meters wide. … [Read more...] about HCMC continues to beat the drum for minibuses
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Experts predict positive outlook for Vietnam’s tourism post-COVID
Dr Nuno Ribeiro, tourism and hospitality management senior lecturer and research cluster lead at RMIT University, said: “We are already seeing positive signs of these efforts with a very dynamic domestic tourism market, and the Government’s initiatives have been extremely successful in generating more demand for internal travel while maintaining rigorous health and safety standards.” … [Read more...] about Experts predict positive outlook for Vietnam’s tourism post-COVID
Great potential seen for Vietnam-UK cooperation in digitalized healthcare
Workshop participants noted that digital health was transforming healthcare in ASEAN, including Vietnam. Demographic changes alongside an increase in disposable income and resilient economic growth have fostered rising demand for quality healthcare. Digital technologies can empower patients to actively participate in their own care, improve clinical outcomes and enhance operational efficiency, they said. … [Read more...] about Great potential seen for Vietnam-UK cooperation in digitalized healthcare
Over 200 traders licensed to export rice
The country is switching to exporting more fragrant and high-quality rice at a higher price and added value. Furthermore, local rice farmers and traders have paid much attention to improving the quality of rice, origin traceability as well as adopted measures to meet the requirements of demanding markets such as the European Union, South Korea and the United States. … [Read more...] about Over 200 traders licensed to export rice
Flower villages still waiting for Tet buyers
Preparations underway at Tay Tuu flower village ahead of Tet As the capital’s largest flower growing area, Tay Tuu Village has hurriedly begun efforts to care for and collect flowers in order to supply local markets ahead of the Lunar New Year (Tet), marking the start of the largest harvest season of the year. … [Read more...] about Flower villages still waiting for Tet buyers