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Markets receiving goods despite floods
Local authorities have ensured adequate supplies of essential commodities to guard against any undue price rise in the local markets on account of floods, an official of the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT) said on August 3 in Hanoi at the ministry's online meeting.
Rain continues to batter north
Historic, torrential rain and floods killed 10 more people in the north, bringing the total number of deaths to 27 since the heavy downpour started last month, the Central Steering Committee for Natural Disaster reported on August 3.
US-dollar loan demand rises
Demands for loans in US dollars have again increased in recent months, thanks to low interest rates and a stable exchange rate.
US accused of flooding VN stores with cheap chicken
The Government has required relevant ministries and organisations to clarify whether US producers are selling cheap frozen chicken legs on the Vietnamese market.
Vietnam GDP to gain most from TPP, AEC
Vietnam is the country likely to achieve the biggest gross domestic product (GDP) increase in percentage terms by joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership and ASEAN Economic Community in almost all simulation scenarios, according to a study by the Vietnam Institute for Economic and Policy Research.
Experts warn of losing touch with mediumship
Researchers have been working to find a way to protect and preserve authentic hau dong, a medium ritual used in the northern religion of Dao Mau, which worships the Vietnamese deity of Mother Goddess.
Vien ranks low in world swimming semi-final
Top Vietnamese female swimmer Nguyen Thi Anh Vien failed in the semi-final of the women's individual 200m medley of the 2015 World Swimming Championship in Kazan, Russia, on August 2.
TPP stall could impact Vietnam export stocks
Despite the progress made, the latest talks to secure the Trans Pacific Pact (TPP) have stalled.
HCM City officials seek visa-free stay extention
Ho Chi Minh City tourism authorities want the visa-free stay for European travellers doubled to 30 days.
Localities need to clean up food safety standards
Cities and provinces should push for clean, safe agricultural products as Ha Noi and HCM City have done in recent years, Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam has said in a Government meeting.