Vietnamese airlines have been taking various measures in the face of a fleet contraction triggered by the manufacturer’s engine recall, including adding and replacing aircraft.

Airlines have been increasing the number of night flights to meet demand amid an aircraft shortage, but the inconvenience and fear of fatigue mean passengers shun them.

While Vietnam’s textile and garment industry is recovering, it is facing new challenges such as customers preferring small, rapid orders and labour shortages, experts have said.

VOV.VN - The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) on June 7 refuted rumours about gold shortages in the market, affirming there is a sufficient supply of gold for legitimate demand in an effort to stabilise the domestic gold market.

VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested that relevant ministries, sectors and localities draw up plans to ensure a sufficient supply of power for business production and people’s daily use this year, especially during the peak season in summer.

Airplane engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney (PW)’s recalling of a number of A321Neo aircraft operated by Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air has caused the domestic aviation industry to face a serious shortage of aircraft, said Director of the Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) Dinh Viet Thang at a conference held by the Ministry of Transport on April 1.

VOV.VN - The Japanese Embassy in Vietnam and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) co-organised a workshop on March 19 in Hanoi with a view to hailing joint efforts aimed at accelerating labour mobility between the two nations.

VOV.VN - The National Institute of Hematology and Blood Transfusion has said it still needs about 10,000 units of blood for treatment and emergency cases during the upcoming Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday that is due to last for seven days.

VOV.VN - Although domestic airlines have continuously moved to increase the number of flights on offer during the 2024 Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet, with numerous flight routes still experiencing high booking rates and ticket shortages during the peak period.

Measures to tackle water resource-related challenges in Vietnam were discussed at a workshop held in the northern province of Vinh Phuc on December 6.