“Vietnam has repeatedly stated it has sufficient historical and legal evidence to prove its sovereignty over the Hoang Sa (Paracel) and Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelagoes, in line with international law. The action by the Chinese ship violated Vietnam’s sovereignty over the Paracel archipelago, causing property damage, threatening the safety, lives and legitimate interests of Vietnamese fishermen,” Hang told the press on April 3. … [Read more...] about Vietnam requests China pay for sunken vessel
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Hanoi to fine people leaving home for non-essential reasons
Only a few vehicles travel on Vinh Tuy Bridge in Hanoi after the prime minister issued a nationwide social distancing order. Local authorities in Hanoi have issued fines against people who go outside for non-essential purposes beginning today, April 4 – PHOTO: VNA HCMC - As this is the critical period for Vietnam to curb the spread of the coronavirus, district-level authorities in Hanoi have been asked to issue fines to people who go outside for non-essential purposes starting today, April 4, said the municipal leader. … [Read more...] about Hanoi to fine people leaving home for non-essential reasons
HCMC to set up 62 coronavirus checkpoints
Also, the chairman asked local police to strengthen crime prevention and the fight against crime during this month. Authorities from all levels should increase monitoring to prevent gasoline hoarding and deal with people who do not wear face masks in public places. The city will also strictly oversee those coming together in groups of more than two people. … [Read more...] about HCMC to set up 62 coronavirus checkpoints
Covid-19 could slow Vietnam’s fruit exports to US, Japan, Korea
The firm has faced many obstacles in trading and shipping activities due to the impact of the fast-spreading disease. Further, falling market demand amid uncertainty caused by the pandemic has prompted scores of its business partners to hesitate importing fruits, Dong explained. … [Read more...] about Covid-19 could slow Vietnam’s fruit exports to US, Japan, Korea
Exporters asked to prepare for rice export to South Korea despite suspension
Paddy harvest in the Mekong Delta province of Hau Giang. Local rice firms were told to get prepared for rice bidding to export over 55,112 tons to South Korea - PHOTO: VNA HCMC - While the Government has yet to decide on a resumption of rice exports, the Ministry of Industry and Trade has told rice firms to get ready for rice bidding to export over 55,112 tons to South Korea. … [Read more...] about Exporters asked to prepare for rice export to South Korea despite suspension
