Senior high schools in Hanoi to re-open on March 9
Senior high schools in Hanoi will re-open on March 9, while schools at lower levels, which are preschool, elementary and junior high schools will remain closed until March 15.
Teachers at a school in Hanoi are sterilising a classroom (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – Senior high schools in Hanoi will re-open on March 9, whileschools at lower levels, which are preschool, elementary and junior highschools will remain closed until March 15.
Thedecision was announced by Chairman of Hanoi People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chungat the end of an online meeting on COVID-19 prevention and control work onMarch 6.
Thechairman said the exact date for the re-opening of lower-level schools will bedecided at the municipal People’s Committee’s meeting on March 13.
Regardingthe Formula 1 race slated for early April in Hanoi, the chairman said the cityhas made the best possible preparations for the event, noting that 100,000visitors have registered to participate. However, the city has not ruled outthe possibility of cancelling the race if the COVID-19 epidemic worsens, theofficial said.
Atthe meeting, Director of the municipal Department of Education and Training ChuXuan Dung said schools in the city have stocked thermometers, hand soap, hand sanitizerfor students to use, adding that schools will conduct disinfection for thesixth time this weekend.
TheDepartments of Education and Training and Public Health proposed that preschool,elementary and junior high schools will re-open on March 16.
Thehealth department reported that Hanoi had no new infection of coronavirusSARS-CoV-2 as of 15:00 on March 6. More than 2,300 people have been quarantinedat hospitals or quarantine facilities of the Capital Military Command, while 5,807others have been quarantined or put under medical monitoring at home, with4,030 having completed the quarantine period.
Thecity has so far tested 847 samples of quarantined people, and all the samplestested negative for SARS-CoV-2.
Vietnamhas by now had 16 cases of COVID-19 and all of the patients have recovered anddischarged from hospital. The country has not recorded any new case of COVID-19for 23 consecutive days./.
Sputnik radio of Russia praised Vietnam’s efforts to combat the COVID-19 outbreak in its programme on March 4, saying Vietnam has become a phenomenon in the world with 16 positive cases cured and no deaths having been reported.
The Cambodian Government will postpone all its construction projects in a bid to earmark the budget for fighting the possible COVID-19 outbreak, Prime Minister Hun Sen said on March 4.
Deputy Prime Minister and head of the National Steering Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control Vu Duc Dam on March 6 ordered compulsory electronic health declarations for all passengers entering Vietnam starting from 6:00 am on March 7.
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The Nguyen Du Lao-Vietnamese bilingual school has positioned itself as a prestigious education establishment, nurturing generations of Vietnamese and Lao students while preserving Vietnamese culture and language as well as strengthening the special bonds between the two countries
For households of people with meritorious service and relatives of fallen soldiers, the province supported the construction and renovation of 2,374 houses, achieving 100% of the set target, 342 newly built and 2,032 renovated.
Held under the theme “Pride and Aspiration”, this year's “Glory to Vietnam” programme aimed to inspire the Vietnamese people's ambition to reach new heights during the era of integration and development.
According to the Central Committee of the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRC), this year’s campaign provided long-term aid for 3,785 individuals and organisations. Support included houses, clean water systems, school meal facilities, books, and livelihood assistance, with a total value of more than 118 billion VND.
The programmes have brought about positive changes to rural infrastructure, comprehensively improved the material and spiritual lives of farmers, and contributed to Vietnam's economic restructuring, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
The festival highlighted the contributions and robust development of Vietnam's revolutionary press over the past century while promoting press products and showcasing the creativity of Vietnamese journalists.
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Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Chi Mai highlighted the growing demand for Vietnamese workers in Kyushu, especially in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures. Currently, the region employs about 35,000 Vietnamese manual workers and over 5,000 IT engineers.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
Teachers at a school in Hanoi are sterilising a classroom (Photo: VNA) 
