IOM, health ministry join hands to promote migrant health and well-being
19/09/2024 10:05VGP - A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was inked in Ha Noi on September 18 between the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) to promote the health and well-being of migrants.
Dong Hoi Airport to suspend operation due to approaching storm
VGP - The Civil Aviation Authority of Viet Nam (CAAV) decided to temporarily halt flight operations at Dong Hoi Airport in the central province of Quang Binh from 3pm to 10pm on September 19 due to concerns over heavy rains caused by a storm approaching central Viet Nam.
EVN restores power supply to 99% of customers affected by Yagi typhoon
Society 18/09/2024 15:20VGP - Power has been restored to over 6.03 million out of 6.1 million consumers affected by Typhoon Yagi and subsequent flooding.
Embassy of Ireland announces €250,000 support for Viet Nam
Society 18/09/2024 13:36VGP - The Embassy of Ireland announced funding of €250,000 support UNICEF in providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene support to vulnerable children and families affected Typhoon Yagi across northern Viet Nam.
Next year's Lunar New Year holiday may span 9 days
Society 17/09/2024 14:52VGP - The 2025 Lunar New Year holiday could last for nine days, according to the latest proposal by the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs.
Viet Nam among role-modelling nations in cybersecurity commitments
Society 17/09/2024 12:02VGP - Viet Nam continues to be among the countries with the highest total cybersecurity index score in the 5th Global Cybersecurity Index.
Viet Nam receives over US$22 million in aid for Yagi Typhoon relief efforts
Society 17/09/2024 09:48VGP - As of September 16, 20 countries and international organizations have announced emergency relief packages to assist Viet Nam in overcoming the devastating consequences caused by typhoon Yagi.
Over US$42 million allocated to Yagi-hit localities
Society 17/09/2024 09:42VGP - The Central Relief Mobilization Committee have allocated VND1.035 trillion (US$42.1 million) to support northern localities suffering heavy damage caused by Typhoon Yagi and floods.
Power supply, communication resumed to over 90% residents in Yagi-hit localities
Society 16/09/2024 18:08VGP – Power supply and communication service have been resumed to more than 90 percent residents in typhoon Yagi-hit localities, reported the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
New Zealand announces NZ$1 million contribution to support Viet Nam's recovery from Yagi consequences
Society 16/09/2024 15:59VGP - The New Zealand Government announced a NZ$1 million (US$617,000) contribution to support Viet Nam’s recovery from the devastating impacts of Typhoon Yagi.
India delivers 35 tons of humanitarian relief supplies to Viet Nam's Yagi victims
Society 16/09/2024 13:24VGP - Within the framework of the Operation Sadbhav (Goodwill), the Indian Government delivered 35 tons of emergency relief supplies worth US$1 billion to the Government of Viet Nam on September 15.
2G network shutdown deadline extended by mid-October
Society 16/09/2024 12:18VGP - The Ministry of Information and Communications decided to completely switch off 2G network on October 15, one month later than its initial deadline.
Viet Nam receives Japan's emergency relief for Typhoon Yagi victims
Society 16/09/2024 12:11VGP - VGP - The Government of Japan has decided to provide emergency relief package worth US$124,096 to help Viet Nam overcome the consequences of typhoon Yagi.
UK to provide £1 million to help Viet Nam overcome typhoon Yagi consequences
Society 15/09/2024 13:45VGP – The UK Government will provide £1 million of humanitarian assistance to Viet Nam to support initial phase of the response to the impact of typhoon Yagi, the British Ambassy in Ha Noi announced Saturday.
Viet Nam receives relief aid from AHA Center
Society 14/09/2024 19:00VGP - The relief supplies from the ASEAN Coordinating Center for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Center) to support Vietnamese people affected by Typhoon Yagi arrived in Ha Noi-based Noi Bai International Airport on September 13.
Yagi death toll in Viet Nam passes 260
Society 14/09/2024 18:36VGP - As of early September 14, death toll from typhoon Yagi in Viet Nam reached 262 while other 83 people are still missing, reported the Viet Nam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority (VDDMA).
Ha Noi removes bans at Long Bien, Duong bridges
Society 14/09/2024 05:21VGP - The Ha Noi Department of Transport lifted bans on pedestrians, vehicles and trains from crossing Duong and Long Bien bridges as water levels drop in both the Red River and Duong River.
First countries, partners provide emergency assistance for Viet Nam's typhoon Yagi victims
Society 13/09/2024 13:41VGP - Foreign governments and international organizations have quickly decided to send emergency aid to support Viet Nam’s northern localities to overcome typhoon Yagi consequences.
Typhoon Yagi leaves 330 dead and missing in Viet Nam
Society 13/09/2024 09:25VGP - As of 5:00 p.m. on September 12, death toll from typhoon Yagi rose to 226 people, according to the Viet Nam Disaster and Dyke Management Authority (VDDMA).
Northern Viet Nam experiences unprecedented consequences of typhoon Yagi
Society 13/09/2024 09:00VGP – Massive flooding and landslides triggered by typhoon Yagi have caused devastating consequences in Northern Viet Nam over the past days.
