Tag: CoVID-19 pandemic
NA Chairman chairs nationwide teleconference on election work
National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue chaired a nationwide teleconference in Hanoi on July 15 reviewing the elections of deputies to the 15th legislature and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2021-2026 tenure.
Hanoi bus stations fall quiet amid latest COVID-19 outbreak
VOV.VN - The majority of bus stations in the capital city have been left deserted over recent days after local authorities temporarily suspended public transport to some pandemic-hit regions across the country from July 8.
Artist’s sketch collection celebrates Saigonese’s altruism during hard times
In his ongoing sketch project, Ho Chi Minh City-based artist Le Sa Long strives to portray the small acts of generosity among residents, a virtue that has once again been highlighted during the tough time of social distancing in the southern city.
Top Vietnamese, Singaporean legislators hold online talks
Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue held online talks with Speaker of the Parliament of Singapore Tan Chuan-Jin on July 14.
Mini supermarkets on pavements of HCM City draw customers
VOV.VN - A number of mini supermarkets have been set up on pavements around Ho Chi Minh City in order to meet the demands of local people during the current social distancing period, attracting hundreds of residents in the process.
1,196 active COVID-19 cases added to national tally, with HCM City reporting 970
VOV.VN - The Health Ministry confirmed an additional 1,196 positive COVID-19 cases at midday on July 14, with Ho Chi Minh City, the current biggest coronavirus epicenter, leading the way in terms of infections with 971 new cases.
Banks agree to cut lending rates to support hard-hit businesses
Most banks have agreed to cut the lending rate for enterprises hard hit by the COVID-19 pandemic from this month until the end of this year.
Vung Tau City left deserted on first day of social distancing
VOV.VN - The administration of Vung Tau City has moved to impose social distancing measures between July 14 and July 27 as a means of curbing the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic among the local community.
HCM City outlines three scenarios after 15 days of Directive 16 enforcement
VOV.VN - 15 days after implementing the Prime Minister’s Directive No.16, Ho Chi Minh City will consider three scenarios relating to the current pandemic situation, which depends on how effective anti-pandemic measures have been.
NA Standing Committee discusses socio-economic development plan
Members of the National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee gave their opinions on the drafts of the socio-economic development plan, national financial plan, plan on borrowing and repayment of public debts and mid-term public investment plan for the 2021-2025 period during their sitting on July 13.
