Vietnam start-ups future in the hands of AI?

The AI race is gaining momentum as it is anticipated to bring about significant behavioural changes, not only for individuals but also for businesses.

Discovering lotus tea making art of Hanoians

The traditional lotus tea making art in Tay Ho district is a popular suggestion for travelers during their trip to Hanoi.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (May 28 - June 3/2024)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from May 28 through June 3.

Vietnamese dancers to attend World Championship Latin Senior II in Germany

Athletes Pham Trung Hoa and Nguyen My Trang will represent Vietnam at the World Championship Latin Senior II, organised by World DanceSport Federation (WDSF) on June 1 and 2 in Bremen, Germany, according to the Vietnam Gymnastics Federation.

Ca Mau to spend VNĐ20 trillion to develop its shrimp industry

Ca Mau will spend VND20 trillion (US$785.5 million) promoting the shrimp industry with a view to making the province the biggest shrimp raising hub in the Mekong Delta region by 2030.

Vietnam sends 800 peacekeepers on UN missions in ten years

Among 800 professional officers and soldiers deployed on UN peacekeeping missions were two engineering unit teams to Abyei, five teams of Level 2 Field Hospital personnel serving on the South Sudan mission, and 114 individual officers.

The special markets where only one kind of good is sold

In Vietnam, there are special market days when buyers can buy a single product, use a special scale, and make payments in a special way.

FDI attraction in five months tops 11 billion USD

More than 11.07 billion USD in foreign direct investment (FDI) was funneled into Vietnam during January-May, up 2% against the same time last year, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MoIT)’s Foreign Investment Agency.

Vietnam earns gold medal at Aerobic World Cup in Japan

Vietnam won a gold medal in the team of five category at the Aerobic World Cup 2024 in Tokyo, Japan on Sunday.

DPPA draft decree submitted to the Gov’t for consideration

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has submitted the long-waited draft decree on direct purchase agreement (DPPA) to the Government for approval.

First book on Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong published overseas

Vietnam’s Party General Secretary particularly attracted the Korean’s attention because he is with a background in literature, a rarity among global leaders. In the RoK, they often come from law, economics, or political sciences.

PM commended four people for saving lives in Hanoi deadly fire

In a letter of commendation to them, the PM said this is an extremely serious and heartbreaking incident, adding he was moved by the heroic acts by the men who got ladders and hammers to rescue the victims.

Vietnam wins Best Asia Model title at Manhunt International male pageant

Local model Huynh Vo Hoang Son was awarded the Best Asia Model sub-title in the final night of Manhunt International 2024, the world largest male beauty contest, which was held on May 26 in Thailand.

Painting contest about Vietnam attracts numerous international students

A painting contest with the theme "Vietnam through the eyes of children" for junior high school age group has attracted hundreds of works from more than 50 schools across Hungary.

Vietnamese contestant anticipated to make Top 10 of Miss Supranational 2024

Local representative Lydie Vu is poised to crack the Top 10 of the 15th edition of Miss Supranational, according to prestigious beauty website VIEPAGEANT.

Paris exhibition features President Ho Chi Minh’s aspiration

A photo and document exhibition named “Ho Chi Minh - Desire for national independence” opened in Paris, France on May 26.

SBV's bank restructuring plan hits roadblock

The State Bank of Vietnam, the central bank, is struggling to find partners for a bank restructuring plan that forces three problem banks to be transferred.

Vietnam’s game industry aims for multi-billion dollar dream

“Last year, we dreamed of having $1 billion worth of revenue from the game industry. This year, we need to join hands to turn the dream into reality,” said director of the Authority of Broadcasting and Electronic Information Le Quang Tu Do.

Vietnam Business News May 27/2024

Industry and Trade Ministry receives hundreds of complaints related to e-commerce

Duc Minh amazingly triumphs at HCM City World Cup 3-Cushion 2024

Vietnamese billiard player Tran Duc Minh (world #250) clinched a breathtaking victory over his Korean opponent Kim Jun-tae (World #4) in the final match on May 26, becoming the new champion of the 2024 Ho Chi Minh City World Cup 3-Cushion 2024.

Vietnam’s tra fish export tipped to bounce back

Vietnamese tra fish export has roared back to growth after a significant drop recorded earlier this year as countries have scaled up their imports, according to insiders.

Higher pig prices lift farmers’ expectations

According to recent statistics, local live hog prices rose about 30 per cent since the start of 2024.

Firms strive to boost the export of agricultural products to China by rail

Many exporters are boosting farm exports to China by rail, thanks to it being quick, cheaper and a more reliable form of transport.

Experts predict deposit interest rates to rise 1 percentage point in H2/2024

Industry experts have predicted a potential increase in deposit interest rates by 0.5 to 1 percentage point in the second half of the year, placing the rate at over 6 per cent per year.

Fierce battle for billion-dollar market share between coffee chains in Vietnam

Although the number of stores did not increase much, revenues still grew by double digits, at 11.6 per cent, reaching VNĐ590 trillion (US$24.1 billion).