Party Chief, President To Lam to address Future Summit and UN General Assembly

Vietnamese General Secretary and President To Lam is set to deliver important speeches at the Future Summit and the 79th United Nations General Assembly, followed by high-level bilateral meetings with leaders from the United States and Cuba.

General Secretary and President To Lam to visit the US and Cuba

General Secretary and President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse Ngo Phuong Ly, will lead a high-level delegation to the US to attend UN conferences and visit Cuba at the invitation of Cuban President Miguel Diaz Canel Bermudez on Sept. 22-26.

China to spend $10 billion on durian imports, issues warnings to VN exporters

With China planning to spend more than $10 billion on durian imports, Vietnamese exporters are cautioned to adhere strictly to Chinese import regulations to capitalize on this burgeoning market.

21-year-old model Cao Quoc Thang to represent Vietnam at Mister Global 2024

Cao Quoc Thang, a standout 21-year-old model from Ho Chi Minh City, has been chosen to compete in the prestigious Mister Global 2024 competition.

Typhoon Soulik to hit Quang Binh and Quang Tri this afternoon

This afternoon, Typhoon Soulik will make landfall in Quang Binh and Quang Tri with winds reaching up to 88 km/h, while heavy rain is expected in the provinces of Thua Thien Hue, Quang Binh, Quang Tri, and Ha Tinh.

Nhan Dan Newspaper’s Dien Bien Phu Panorama painting wins Int'l Printing Award

Nhan Dan Newspaper’s panoramic painting project, "Dien Bien Phu Victory," will be honored with the "Outstanding Product for Young Readers" award at the World Press Summit for Printing Agencies on October 9 in Vienna, Austria.

Dong Hoi Airport shut down from 3pm to 10pm due to Typhoon Soulik

Due to the impact of Typhoon Soulik, the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam has halted air traffic at Dong Hoi Airport for seven hours to ensure flight safety, with further safety measures in place across the region.

Nguyen Phuong Hang released three months early for good conduct

Nguyen Phuong Hang, CEO of Dai Nam Corporation, has been released from prison three months early after receiving a sentence reduction for good behavior, according to sources at An Phuoc Prison.

Truong My Lan & husband appear in court for second phase of Van Thinh Phat case

The Ho Chi Minh City People's Court has resumed the trial of Truong My Lan and 33 co-defendants in the second phase of the Van Thinh Phat case, where they are accused of defrauding over 35,000 investors in a massive bond scam.

Vietnam Business News September 19/2024

JETP backs Vietnam’s net-zero target by 2050: Deputy Minister

Real estate giant hit with $3.8 million tax enforcement action

The Ho Chi Minh City Tax Department has issued a tax enforcement order for Thuduc House, demanding nearly $4 million in late payment penalties related to a $15 million VAT refund tied to an electronics smuggling case.

Vietnam News Headlines September 19/2024

Vietnam can learn from Singapore’s experience in building smart cities

Telecom carriers say enough 4G phones will be available after 2G ceases

With Viettel giving 4G phones to subscribers for free and retailers importing products in large quantities, experts believe that Vietnam will not lack 4G phones by the time of official 2G cessation.

Vietnam solar, wind power development proceeding slowly

Looking at what is happening with solar and wind power today, one would think that the goal of using renewable energy as the pillar of the power system in Vietnam is too ambitious.

Bank notes, letters from children, and VND1.001 trillion given to compatriots

Among the millions of donations sent to the Vietnam Fatherland Front to support storm- and flood-stricken people, there were many banknotes with small face value, piggybanks, and letters from children.

Vietnam rises 15 places in UN E-Government Development Rankings

After maintaining the 86th position out of 193 countries for two consecutive evaluations, Vietnam has surged 15 places in this year’s United Nations E-Government Development Index (EGDI), reaching the 71st position globally.

Young Can Tho woman earns good income with unusual job

Creating super-cute animals and objects from wool, a young woman in Can Tho not only earns a good income but also creates many jobs for students.

Novaland stock nears record low as financial struggles mount

Shares of Novaland have plummeted to near record lows, weighed down by financial difficulties and regulatory warnings from the Ho Chi Minh City Stock Exchange.

Trump Organization eyes hotel and golf course projects in Vietnam’s Hung Yen

The Trump Organization, owned by former U.S. President Donald Trump, is considering investments in hotel development, golf courses, and entertainment complexes in Hung Yen Province, Vietnam.

Woman arrested for selling 2.55 tons of cyanide in Ho Chi Minh City

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City have detained two individuals involved in the illegal sale of cyanide, a highly toxic chemical. Among them, a female executive sold 2.55 tons of cyanide to multiple buyers.

20% of Vietnamese online vulnerable to cyberthreats

Vietnam’s cybersecurity landscape improved in the second quarter of 2024 compared to a year earlier, but unrelenting vigilance should be a priority to prevent threats, according to global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky.

Tax sector provides solutions to support victims of Typhoon Yagi

The General Department of Taxation has sent a document to 26 tax departments outlining solutions to support organisations, individuals and businesses suffering losses due to Typhoon Yagi and related flooding.

VAMC to auction bad debts starting at nearly $10 mln

VAMC has purchased the bad debts of Sacombank related to Phúc An Khang International Hospital and Bình Dương Construction Stone.

Tropical depression strengthens into typhoon Thursday, localities braced

Provinces and cities in central Vietnam are warned to be ready for a tropical depression which it is feared could strengthen into a typhoon by Thursday morning.

Steel stocks chill as weak demand sends a shiver through the industry

A significant recovery may be expected in 2025, leading to swift movements of funds within this sector.

Factories struggle to find workers to fulfill year-end orders

Manufacturing companies in HCM City are finding it hard to hire employees for the end of the year, which is the peak season for production and business activities.