Exploring the stalactite castle in Quang Binh

Tien Son Cave is often hailed as a stalactite castle, enchanting visitors with its majestic beauty, crafted by layers of stacked stalactites forming unique and captivating shapes.

State agencies vow to punish online ad platforms that violate regulations

All online ad platforms and agents, both domestic and cross-border, have to observe Vietnamese laws.

Real estate sector set for stronger recovery later this year

Vietnam's economy has been exhibiting diverse signs of recovery, with growth projected to reach 5.5 percent in 2024 and gradually climb to 6 percent in 2025, as per the latest Economic Update Report released today, April 23, by the World Bank.

Debates over ban on e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products

There are debates over banning e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products as the Ministry of Health proposed a ban on e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products whereas the Ministry of Industry and Trade wants to legalize the two products.

Personnel resource: Vital for VN to join semiconductor industry

Promptly developing high-quality human resources is vital for Vietnam to utilize its advantages and participate effectively in the multibillion-dollar chain of the semiconductor industry, said Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha.

Australian man passionately devoted to VN's environment sector

Michael, graduated from the University of Sydney and did his Ph.D at Southern Cross University, originally came to Việt Nam as recruited by the United Nations Development Programme and the ministry as a chief technical advisor for a project in 2007.

Vietnam faces population decline as birth rate falls

Without timely policy adjustments and solutions to raise the birth rate, Vietnam's population will gradually decrease, hindering the country's socio-economic development.

Central region taking better advantage of its strengths for comprehensive growth

Many provinces in the Central region have updated their planning, more clearly identifying their strong points for green and sustainable growth overall.

Final rehearsal held for 70th Dien Bien Phu Victory anniversary

The official rehearsal for the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024) took place in Dien Bien province on May 5 morning.

Vietnam, France look to stronger defence cooperation

Talks were held between Vietnamese Minister of Defence General Phan Van Giang and French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu in Hanoi on May 5.

Vietnam shows keen interest in Cambodia's Funan Techo canal project

Vietnam is greatly interested in Funan Techo canal project and respects the legitimate interests of Cambodia in accordance with the 1995 Mekong Agreement, relevant regulations of the Mekong River Commission.

Gold at historic peak, auctions receive lukewarm reception

Gold prices reached a historic peak last week after consecutive auction sessions held by the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) were met with lukewarm enthusiasm.

Foreign media spotlights Vietnam's Dien Bien Phu Victory

As Vietnam is preparing for celebrations of the 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu Victory on May 7, international media outlets have continued to spotlight this historic event.

OV, French citizens rally in support of Tran To Nga’s Agent Orange lawsuit

More than 200 overseas Vietnamese and French friends gathered with various organisations at the Place de la République in Paris on May 4 to express their support for Vietnamese-French Tran To Nga.

Vietnam lacks chip-design engineers despite high salaries

The number of semiconductor engineers in Vietnam is low compared with demand, especially in chip designing.

HCM City supports traditional market traders to sell online

HCM City is enabling vendors at traditional markets to go digital to help them improve sales while also promoting the cultural value of these markets, according to its Department of Industry and Trade.

VN to seek sustainable finance for tiger conservation

Even though tigers have not been recorded in the wild in Vietnam since 2000, Vietnam has issued a ban on trading wild tiger products.

VN proposes Japan hires labourers in two key secotrs

The Vietnamese Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs has proposed the Japanese Government receive Vietnamese labourers in restaurants and food processing production companies.

Illegal hawksbill sea turtle egg traffickers sentenced to prison, fines

The People’s Court of Con Dao District, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province recently tried a case involving the purchase, possession, and transportation of four hawksbill sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) eggs in April.

Low rate of adverse reactions from AstraZeneca COVID shots in VN

Tens of millions of AstraZeneca COVID vaccines have been administered in Vietnam and only a few cases of blood clot related reactions recorded post-vaccination, an immunisation official has stated amid concerns over side effects.

Legal proceedings started against former Minister-Chairman of Gov't Office

The Public Security Ministry’s investigation police agency on April 30 started legal proceedings against and detained former Minister-Chairman of the Government Office Mai Tien Dung for.

Unknown facts about Dien Bien Phu Campaign to be revealed for first time

Some precious information about the Dien Bien Phu Campaign 70 years ago will be revealed for the first time in a documentary titled "Dien Bien Phu – A view from France" that will be aired by Vietnam Television (VTV) on May 7.

Vietnam Business News May 5/2024

Vietnamese pomelo likely to be exported to Australia

Vietnam’s social networks lose in competition with Google, Facebook

Cross-border platforms bear fewer duties than Vietnamese social networks. It is unreasonable to protect foreign platforms while imposing strict regulations on domestic ones.

Vietnam News Headlines May 5/2024

Quang Binh park receives critically endangered wild cat, macaque