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Vietnam

New Decree Exempts Certain Expats From Work Permits

UPDATE: Following an amendment to the Vietnam News article linked in this piece, it has come to our attention that the new regulation exempting certain foreign workers from work permits limits that individual's time in the country to no more than 30 days at a time and no more than 90 days in a year. These workers must meet all additional requirements surrounding visas, employment and certification. A circular providing guidance in the implementation of the new regulation is coming soon. Saigoneer will continue to provide updates as the regulations are clarified.

SaigoneerFeb 16, 2016

Vietnam

90,000 Hospitalized in Vietnam Over Tet Holiday

While most of us were relaxing last week, the Tet holiday kept medical professionals working hard, as nearly 90,000 people were hospitalized between February 7 and 9 alone, according to the Ministry of Health.

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SaigoneerFeb 16, 2016

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: HCMC Businesses Will Need 19,000 New Workers After Tet

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram , and like us on Facebook . Visitors to Hanoi increase by 17% during Tet holiday [Hanoi Times] HCMC drainage channels disappearing [DTI] More severe drought forecast this year in Vietnam [Vietnam News]

SaigoneerFeb 16, 2016

Asia

Indonesia Bans Same-Sex Emojis From Messaging Apps

The Indonesian government recently asked instant messaging apps to remove same-sex emojis out of respect for the country’s “culture and local wisdom”.

SaigoneerFeb 15, 2016

Vietnam

New York Times Lists Vietnamese-American Among Possible US Supreme Court Justice Nominees

Last week, 79-year-old Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia unexpectedly passed away , leaving an empty spot on the bench of the United States' most powerful court.

SaigoneerFeb 15, 2016

Development

Hanoi Metro Will Open in December 2016

By the end of 2016, Hanoi's first metro line will officially be up and running.

SaigoneerFeb 15, 2016

Stories

[Photos] Traffic Nightmare Ensues as Tet Travelers Return to Saigon, Hanoi

For many Saigon workers, today is the first day back from a glorious, week-long celebration and a startling return to the harsh reality of having a job.

SaigoneerFeb 15, 2016

Culture

Middle-Aged Japanese Man Dressed as Schoolgirl Visits Vietnam

We can all relate: you get home after a long day at the office, exhausted and ready to get out of your business casual. But when it comes to the standard after-work ensemble, Japanese cosplay photographer Hideaki Kobayashi puts us all to shame.

SaigoneerFeb 7, 2016

Saigon

Saigon Launches 5-Year Safe Produce Plan

Saigon recently approved a five-year plan to promote safe organic produce in the city.

SaigoneerFeb 7, 2016

Architecture

ArchDaily Nominates 3 Vietnamese Architects for Building of the Year Awards

Global architecture website ArchDaily is currently hosting its 2016 Building of the Year Awards where, much to our delight, Vietnamese architecture is well-represented. Among its 14 categories, local firms are nominated for the House, Hospitality and Commercial Architecture of the Year awards. Of course, you'll find Vietnamese “starchitect” Vo Trong Nghia on the list, but we’re also pleased to see a couple new players join the game.

SaigoneerFeb 6, 2016

Asia

[Photos/Video] China's New Year Mayhem Is Infinitely Worse Than Vietnam's

Tan Son Nhat International Airport may be hell on earth during the Tet holiday , but Saigon's travelers would probably think twice about complaining if they saw what their fellow holidaymakers in China must endure.

SaigoneerFeb 6, 2016

Vietnam

Gas Prices in Vietnam Are the Lowest They've Been Since 2009

Yesterday, gasoline prices dropped to their lowest rate since August 2009.

SaigoneerFeb 5, 2016

Vietnam

Vietnam, Member Countries Sign TPP in New Zealand

Representatives from the 12 nations involved in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) have officially signed the landmark trade agreement.

SaigoneerFeb 5, 2016

Travel

[Photos] Delays Abound as Tan Son Nhat Receives 100,000 People a Day

No matter where you're headed this holiday season, travelers flying out of Saigon should expect to make a day of the journey.

SaigoneerFeb 5, 2016

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Traffic Accidents on the Decline in January

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram , and like us on Facebook . Vietnam spent $1 billion to import Chinese cars in 2015 [Vietnam Net] Japan to help Hanoi improve underground water quality [Vietnam Plus] Traffic accidents on the decline in January [Vietnam News]

SaigoneerFeb 5, 2016

Health

Vietnamese Spend $2bn on Healthcare Overseas

While foreigners are coming to Vietnam for medical tourism, locals are spending US$2 billion a year on healthcare abroad.

SaigoneerFeb 4, 2016

Travel

Vietnam to Purchase 160 Old Train Cars From China

Remember those flashy five-star trains Vietnam recently added to its fleet? Well, they're about to get some company.

SaigoneerFeb 4, 2016

Asia

Myanmar's Elephants Have the Unemployment Blues

If you've ever found yourself unemployed for an extended period of time, you know how hard life can be without the sense of purpose a job brings. These days, there are a couple thousand elephants in Myanmar who can relate.

SaigoneerFeb 4, 2016

Eat & Drink

[Photos/Video] As Tet Approaches, Vietnam's Braised Fish Village Goes Online

In the lead-up to Vietnam's new year celebration, it is time to remember that which is most important during the holiday season: food.

SaigoneerFeb 4, 2016

Vietnam

Fansipan Cable Car Opens, Earns 2 World Records

It used to be a monumental achievement reaching the summit of Vietnam's Mount Fansipan. At 3,143 meters tall, the tallest peak in Southeast Asia – also known as "Indochina's Roof" – towered above the rest of the region, drawing a small but adventurous group of climbers.

SaigoneerFeb 4, 2016

Vietnam

Morning News Roundup: Techcombank, Vietnam Air Seek to Form New Airline

Stay connected with Saigoneer on Twitter and Instagram , and like us on Facebook . Ha Noi bans trucks' entry during rush hour [Vietnam News] Education ministry proposes cutting higher education timeframes [DTI] Da Nang to follow major cities’ lead to open book street [Tuoi Tre]

SaigoneerFeb 4, 2016

Asia

David Bowie Wanted His Ashes Scattered in Bali

Apparently, Bali left quite the impression on Major Tom.

SaigoneerFeb 3, 2016

Vietnam

In Hanoi, Parents and Teachers Clash Over Cold-Weather Days off School

With large swaths of northern Vietnam still suffering from the deep freeze that appeared late last month, Hanoian parents and educators are butting heads over whether to send their kids to school on cold-weather days.

SaigoneerFeb 3, 2016

Development

Saigon's Tax Center Skyscraper Will Have a Helipad

At the Satra-Tax Plaza's ground-breaking ceremony on January 29, developers of the project announced the roof of the new skyscraper will house a helipad.

SaigoneerFeb 3, 2016

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