Over 1,000 real estate firms return, 1,600 transactions in HCM City reported

As many as 1,051 real estate firms in HCM City registered their establishment in the first nine months of the year, and more than 1,600 successful transactions were reported in the last three months.

Vietnam News Headlines November 21/2024

Vietnam demonstrates humanitarian commitment at UN bazaar

Fake news drives off real news, harming businesses

Fake news and false rumors have become rampant on social networks, causing many businesses to lose trillions of dong in capitalization value.

E-sports appears in VN later than other countries but grows rapidly

Vietnam is less competitive in traditional sports, but has never been inferior in intellectual sports, experts say.

New security problems arise as banks apply AI

The finance and banking sector is facing new risks amid strong AI (artificial intelligence) development, according to Microsoft Vietnam’s chief technology officer Le Nhan Tam.

An Giang’s unique ‘long-legged dancer’ delicacy

The "long-legged dancer," or dried frog, from An Giang delights diners with its delicate flavors and crunchy bones, earning it a spot among Vietnam’s most prized dishes.

Should Vietnam implement VAT on fertilisers?

A contentious debate has arisen over whether Vietnam should impose a 5 per cent VAT on fertilisers to boost local production or retain the current tax exemption to support farmers.

The selfless cleaners of Hoan Kiem Lake

‘Cleaning Hoan Kiem Lake with Ninomiya’ is a group dedicated to their course and it all started with the action of one Japanese man.

Deputies looking to unlock realty market with new land use initiative

Lawmakers are set to discuss at the hall a draft resolution on piloting commercial housing project through land use rights transfer agreements at the ongoing 15th National Assembly’s eighth session on November 21.

Vietnam resolved to boost digital economy with national action plan

Vietnam has adopted a national action plan on digital economy development, which outlines key tasks and solutions for the 2024-2025 period.

Behind successful athletes stand dedicated coaches

After every athlete’s success, there is always a trainer there to celebrate or commiserate, who devotes their efforts to the profession and loves and takes care of the runners.

Foreign Investors set record in sell-off on HoSE

Since the beginning of 2024, foreign investors have net sold over VNĐ85 trillion (over US$3.3 billion) on the southern bourse.

Institutional reform: Reducing administrative market interference

Shifting from administrative commands to policy-driven mechanisms is vital for Vietnam's economic modernization, experts highlight.

Vienna Chamber Orchestra under Hồ Gươm Opera spotlight

The concerts are part of the theatre’s Musical Seasons 2024-25 art programme, a series of concerts, ballet and opera performances.

VAT tax reduction should continue until mid-2025: MoF

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has proposed Việt Nam’s value-added-tax (VAT) reduction should continue until at least June 2025, saying the tax cut has provided both the business community and the economy with much-needed support.

NA deputies scrutinise investment for North-South high-speed railway project

The preliminary total investment for the project is estimated at VNĐ1.7 quadrillion (around US$67.34 billion). To ensure its progress and success, 19 special policies have been proposed.

Opening of the trial involving Xuyen Viet Oil Company

The indictment concluded that the actions of Hạnh and her co-conspirators not only caused significant State budget losses, but also eroded public trust in government management.

Chu Lai Port starts new direct shipping route to US

Following the launch of direct services to major ports in India in August this year, Chu Lai Port has expanded its international network with a direct route to the US.

Vietnamese designers tell stories of culture at Fashion Week

Vietnamese fashion designers took audiences in Hà Nội on a journey to explore the country’s culture and heritage through their new collections presented at the Aquafina Việt Nam International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Fall/Winter 2024.

Vietnam-UK Institute plans for an international university

The Vietnam-UK Institute for Research and Executive Education (VNUK)  under the Da Nang University will be turned into an international university – a key base of the Da Nang University – in the 2030-50 Master Plan.

Teachers in digital age confronted with new challenges

Modernising classrooms, labs and research equipment is one of the urgent tasks that must be completed for higher education, in addition to the thorough application of university autonomy.

Party chief and his spouse set off for official visit to Malaysia

The visit is a key milestone in Vietnam-Malaysia relations, aimed at consolidating political trust between the two countries at a high level.

VN must diversify its textile export markets

Vietnam must diversify its textile and garment export markets, especially its heavy reliance on the US market.

Vietnam University of Fine Arts relaunches its research journal

After five years in hiatus, a prestigious journal of fine arts has been officially republished in both print form and online.

National treasures inspire silk collection

The project has been carried out by VNFAM and Desilk to create a series of exquisite silk prints, a perfect blend of tradition and contemporary innovation.

Creative City promotes socio-economic development, says expert

The design festival became one of Hà Nội’s commitments after joining UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network in 2019.