Over 907 billion VND pledged in support of flood victims

Over 907 billion VND pledged in support of flood victims

As of 5 p.m. on October 11, individuals, agencies, and organizations had pledged a total of 907.45 billion VND (34.45 million USD) through the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) to support victims of natural disasters.

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Facing the World to host ENT surgery conference in Hanoi

Hundreds of international and Vietnamese specialists in head and neck surgery are expected to gather at a conference in Hanoi later this month to share experience and knowledge in the expertise.

PM demands tighter control to stop real estate speculation, price manipulation


Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has ordered stronger control measures to prevent speculation and price manipulation in the real estate market, towards expanding housing supply with more balanced market segments and lower prices, and guaranteeing citizens’ right to access affordable houses.

Officials pay tribute to late Buddhist leader Thich Tri Tinh


A delegation of the Party, State, and Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee led by National Assembly Vice Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Thanh on October 10 paid tribute to Most Venerable Thich Tri Tinh, Vice Supreme Patriarch of the Patronage Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (VBS), who passed away on October 8 at the age of 94 after 74 years of monastic life.

Post-storm floods leave 18 dead or missing, cause 5.45 trillion VND in damage


Flooding triggered by torrential rains following Storm Matmo has caused extensive damage across northern localities, leaving 18 people dead or missing, hundreds of thousands of homes inundated, and infrastructure severely damaged.
Hanoi’s unceasing 71-year journey of integration, development since liberation

The 10th of October 1954 marks a milestone in Vietnamese history as the capital city of Hanoi was officially liberated. Amidst the jubilant flutter of flags and flowers, victorious troops marched into the city, ending nine arduous years of resistance against French forces. This historic event not only symbolized the nation’s hard-won independence but also opened a new era for Hanoi, one of construction, renewal, integration, and development.

Care for the elderly in Vietnam needs early and sustainable strategy


Vietnam is entering an ageing population stage. By 2036, people aged 60 and above are expected to account for 20% of the nation's population. The country needs to develop an early, sustainable strategy on caring for the elderly that engages families, communities, and the state and private sectors. Among the options, the semi-boarding nursing model could become a long-term social safety net.

Journey of empowering ethnic youth in Lai Chau province


PANO - From October 2024 to September 2025, the project “Enhancing Economic Empowerment for Youth in Lai Chau,” implemented by Plan International Vietnam, has been creating opportunities for youths of ethnic minority groups in Dao San commune, Lai Chau province to take charge of their livelihoods.

80 years of care: Vietnam’s health sector from battlefield to universal coverage


The August Revolution of 1945 not only gave birth to a new nation but also marked the beginning of Vietnam’s health sector.
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