NDO - Vietnam saved 436,000kWh of electricity, equivalent to VND812.9 million (US$34,900), in one hour from 20:30 to 21:30 on March 28, according to the National Power Dispatch Centre. (Mar 29, 2020 14:55:03)
NDO – The exploitation and application of RE to create electricity supply is now a common trend in many countries around the world, aiming to ensure energy security and sustainable development.
NDO - Domestic scientific and technological units have quickly carried out research and initially produced remarkable results in the prevention and fight against the COVID-19 epidemic. Notably, scientists from the Military Medical Academy and Viet A Corporation have successfully produced a new coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) test kit, helping Vietnam to take the initiative in testing the disease.
NDO/VNA – The Earth Hour 2020 will call for not only the efficient use of energy but also reduction of plastic use, according to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources.
NDO/VNA – The single window and automated aviation customs supervision system is scheduled to open at Noi Bai International Airport in May, according to Hanoi’s Department of Customs.
NDO/VNA – The UN Development Programme (UNDP) and the Partnership for Disaster Risk Reduction under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) signed an agreement on March 17 to support the Mekong Delta’s response to drought and saltwater intrusion.
NDO – Traditionally having to pay cash to the treasury or bank for registration fees for cars and motorbikes, residents in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City now can pay them online through the National Public Service Portal, banks and payment intermediaries.
NDO/VNA – The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved a non-refundable aid worth US$30.2 million to help Vietnam enhance climate resilience, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD).
NDO – The Australian Embassy in Vietnam on March 12 stated that the Australian government has announced its support for Vietnam to implement a study themed “Technological change in Vietnam – How technology contributes to productivity and economic growth.”
NDO - Qualcomm Vietnam held a webinar on March 12 to launch a start-up competition aiming to select and support new ideas that will accelerate innovation in Vietnam.
NDO – MobiFone officially announced on March 10 that it has successfully piloted a 5G mobile network in the four cities of Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang and Hai Phong.
NDO – The Mekong River Delta region is the main fruit growing area in the country, with 14 major kinds of fruits grown there including mangoes, dragon fruit, durian, bananas, oranges and longans, contributing to income creation for millions of local people.
NDO/VNA – A group of influenza researchers and a forestry scientist were named winners of the Kovalevskaya Award 2019, a prize dedicated to outstanding female scientists.
NDO – The European Union (EU) has provided EUR60,000 in humanitarian aid funding to 24,000 people affected most by the current drought and saltwater intrusion in the Mekong River Delta provinces.
