VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 19/2024

Ca Mau needs US$20 million in support to overcome consequences of drought

More young people in VN suffer kidney failure

Hospitals have admitted more people suffering from kidney failure.

HCM City to develop ecological industrial parks

HCM City will focus on developing eco-industrial parks (EIP) to attract new investment, according to the HCM City Export Processing and Industrial Zones Authority (HEPZA).

Industrial real estate emerges out of storm

The industrial real estate segment has emerged as a driver of the property market after sailing through the economic storm last year thanks to the foreign direct investment (FDI) influx, experts have said.

Disabled boy finds light through piano keys

Growing up amidst darkness, the visually impaired boy remains deeply passionate about music, mastering various musical instruments with remarkable proficiency.

Vietnamese musicians release new hits in March

The month of March saw the release of new singles from a number of Vietnamese musicians and singers.

Paradise in form of stone

In the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, Quang Binh Province, Thien Duong, or Paradise, truly reflects the gorgeousness of the cave. It is one of the most captivating caves in the park.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (March 18-24/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from March 18 through 24.

VN rice exporters compete with strong rivals in Southeast Asian markets

Vietnam’s rice exporters have been warned that they will have to compete with Thailand has begun boosting exports to Indonesia and the Philippines.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 18/2024

Japan selects Vietnam to process scallops

HCM City lacks land for industrial production, focuses on high-tech for growth

Land in HCM City has become very expensive, and is considered more attractive for urban development and real estate rather than industrial production.

Hanoi to hold dialogues with investors, businesses in late March

During the conference, city leaders will exchange views, provide answers, and address the difficulties faced by enterprises investing and operating in industrial zones and clusters in the city.

Indonesian travelers keen on trips to Vietnam

Southeast Asia's largest online travel app Traveloka has revealed its latest data, indicating a spike in travel expenditure among Indonesian residents as travel resumes, with Vietnam being the destination which saw the biggest rise in demand.

Public Security Ministry proposes to maintain zero-tolerance alcohol policy

After collecting opinions from the ministries and sectors, the Ministry of Public Security has announced that it will maintain the absolute ban on alcohol consumption on those who drive vehicles.

Hanoi records threefold increase in dengue fever compared to 2023

The Hanoi Centre for Disease Control (CDC) reported that in recent weeks, the city continues to witness cases of dengue fever, averaging between 17-24 cases per week.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES MARCH 18/2024

Can Gio Int'l Transshipment Port project submitted to PM

Man owes bank nearly VND9 billion in credit card’s interest after 11 years

People should check and double-check their credit cards' terms and their issuers' debt management policies before signing up for one, said industry insiders.

Nha Trang fascinates South Korean celebrities

Many South Korean artists have been flocking to Nha Trang City in Khanh Hoa province to enjoy their holidays in the beach city.

Vietnam needs to ensure strong economic growth before population ages

Vietnam needs "now or never" policies "to become rich before getting old", experts say.

Night tour to Cu Chi tunnels officially launched

A night tour to the Cu Chi tunnels will officially be put into operation from March 18, according to the latest information released by the Management Board of Cu Chi Tunnels Historical Relic site in Ho Chi Minh City.

H’Hen Nie honoured as Vietnam's Queen of the Runway

The world’s leading publication on beauty pageants Missosology recently named H’Hen Nie, who clinched a Top 5 finish at the Miss Universe 2018 pageant, as Vietnam's Queen of the Runway.

Over 3 tonnes of drugs seized in 14 months

Customs authorities seized more than 3 tonnes of drugs of all kinds, with 365 suspects involved, from December 16, 2022 to February 15, 2024, according to a report by the Ministry of Finance to National Assembly deputies.

Digital technology, internet innovating journalism

Digital technology, the internet and social media are strong incentives to innovate journalism and the main source of revenue for journalism will come from cyberspace.

NA Standing Committee grills finance, foreign ministers

The National Assembly Standing Committee started a Q&A session on finance and foreign affairs on March 18 under the chair of NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue, as part of its ongoing 31st sitting.

World athletes to compete in Bình Định’s Aquabike and F1H2O Grand Prix

In addition to competitions, athletes will also demonstrate their skills through slalom and freestyle performances.

Railway accidents in Hanoi kill two in one day

Two railway accidents were reported within 24 hours in Hanoi last weekend, resulting in two deaths