Passenger bus driver fined $224 for singing karaoke while driving in Vietnam
Vietnam NewsTraffic police in Nghe An Province, north-central Vietnam have imposed a fine of VND5.9 million (US$224) on a passenger bus driver after a video went viral, showing the man singing karaoke with a microphone while driving.
Da Nang enables emergency location sharing with 3-word codes
Vietnam NewsAuthorities in Da Nang City, central Vietnam have introduced a new system that allows emergency callers to share their location using a unique three-word code, helping rescue teams reach patients more quickly, especially in areas without clear addresses.
Vietnam warns consumers of Nature’s Own supplements recalled in Australia over glass contamination risk
Vietnam NewsThe Vietnam Food Safety Authority under the Ministry of Health on Thursday issued an urgent warning about two Nature’s Own dietary supplements being recalled in Australia due to the potential presence of glass fragments within the bottle.
Vietnam urges countries to respect its sovereignty over Hoang Sa
Vietnam NewsVietnam has full historical evidence and legal grounds to affirm its sovereignty over the Hoang Sa (Paracel) archipelago in the East Vietnam Sea in accordance with international law, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Thursday, urging other countries to respect Vietnam’s sovereignty.
Vietnam rejects USTR forced labor assessment, cites reform efforts
Vietnam NewsVietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that a recent conclusion by the United States Trade Representative (USTR) regarding alleged forced labor practices does not accurately reflect the situation in Vietnam, emphasizing the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen labor standards and protect workers’ rights.
Vietnam labor federation backs workweek of 40-44 hours, extended National Day break
Vietnam NewsVietnamese workers are hoping for a shorter standard workweek of 40-44 hours and two additional days off during the National Day holiday, with labor representatives arguing that the changes could improve well-being and ultimately enhance productivity, a senior labor union official said on Thursday.
Large fish believed to be whale shark spotted near shore in Da Nang
Vietnam NewsA large shark believed by local fishermen to be a whale shark was filmed swimming close to the shoreline in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, drawing attention on social media.
