Vietnam News Headlines April 26/2024

Millions of children in Vietnam protected by vaccination over 40 years: UN agencies

French court to hold hearing on AO lawsuit

The Court of Appeal of Paris will open a hearing in early May regarding a lawsuit filed by Vietnamese-French Tran Thi To Nga against US chemical corporations that supplied Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin for the US army during the war in Vietnam.

Early issuance of direct power purchase critical to promote foreign investment

Further delay in the issuance of the direct power purchase agreement will affect the foreign investment attraction of Việt Nam.

Hanoi named among world’s 100 smartest cities

The capital city of Hanoi has moved up three places from 2023 to reach 97th in the 2024 Smart City Index.

HCM City launches electronic business street

On April 25, Nhat Tao electronic business street in District 10’s Ward 7 was inaugurated. It stretches on Nhat Tao, Vinh Vien and Nguyen Kim roads.

Some plywood firms likely to close due to higher anti-dumping tariff in RoK

Awaiting a final decision from the South Korea, Vietnamese enterprises have concerns over a potential higher anti-dumping duty in South Korea on plywood imports from Vietnam.

Enterprises want clearer regulations on seafood production

It is necessary to develop more detailed and consistent regulations on seafood production for export in line with the implementation of solutions towards sustainable and responsible fishing practices.

VN action programme cracks down on illegal fishing

A raft of measures to deal with illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing is included in the Government’s freshly issued action programme.

Exports face challenges despite enjoying robust growth

Several industries such as garment, textile and seafood have all recorded impressive export growth over recent times, despite conflicts in various regions globally remaining complicated, heard a forum held on April 25.

Hanoi to host International Puppetry Festival 2024

The International Puppetry Festival 2024 is scheduled to take place in Hanoi in October with the participation of troupes from countries worldwide as well as public and non-public units in Vietnam.

Dong Thap to hold lotus festival

The southern province of Dong Thap has announced plans to organise a second lotus festival in May.

1954 Geneva Agreement - a historical milestone of Vietnam’s diplomacy

The 1954 Geneva Agreement on the Cessation of Hostilities in Vietnam is a historical milestone of the country's revolutionary diplomacy.

Durian exports gross US$253 million in first quarter

Vietnam raked in US$253 million from exporting nearly 57,000 tonnes of durian during the first quarter of the year, representing an increase of 42% in volume and an rise of 63.7% in value on-year.

Whale skeletons in Ly Son attractive to visitors

The two whale skeletons aged over 200 years preserved at the Lang Tan relic site in Dong An Vinh village, Ly Son island in the central province of Quang Ngai, which were completely restored in 2020, have been attracting tourists.

Is 3-6 months enough for Vietnam to train chip-design engineers?

Vietnam's lack of chip designers is hindering the national strategy on developing the semiconductor industry. Short-term training provided to existing IT engineers is expected to be a solution.

Upcoming holiday in Hanoi: Sightseeing from central city to outskirts

The five-day holiday is an occasion to explore the colorful life of a dynamic, creative city, offering visitors a variety of experiences.

Vietnam reiterates commitment to human rights: Spokeswoman

Vietnam once again affirms its consistent policy of protecting and promoting human rights, considering human beings a centre and driving force of the country's renewal and development process.

AFC honours Vietnamese goals in group stage of U23 Asian Cup

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has listed two goals scored by Vietnamese players among the best eight goals of the group stage of the 2024 U23 Asian Cup.

China’s fishing ban in East Sea violates Vietnam’s sovereignty: spokesperson

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang on April 25 said Vietnam’s consistent stance on China’s fishing ban in the East Sea, which has been affirmed clearly over the past years.

Geneva Agreement a common victory for all oppressed people worldwide: minister

Persevering in goals while applying flexibility in strategy is a lesson from the negotiation process reflected in the "bamboo diplomacy" spirit.

Boat capsizes in Quang Ninh as two recused and four go missing

Four people went missing after a bamboo boat capsized on Chanh river in Quang Yen Town in the northern province of Quang Ninh on the early morning April 25 as a result of fierce thunderstorms.

Techcombank seeks a strategic foreign partner

At the 2024 Techcombank annual general meeting of shareholders on April 20, Chair of the Board of Directors Ho Hung Anh announced that the bank is seeking a foreign strategic shareholder.

Tan Hiep Phat founder sentenced to eight years in prison

Tran Qui Thanh, founder and former chief executive officer of Tan Hiep Phat Beverage Group, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for abusing trust to misappropriate property.

Air force practices in celebration of 70th anniversary of Dien Bien Phu victory

Helicopters from the air force joined a practice taking place on April 24 at Dien Bien Phu airport ahead of a grand military parade which will be held in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu victory on May 7.

Apple suppliers in Vietnam climb to 35 in 2023

The number of Apple partners setting up factories or offices in Vietnam increased from 27 to 35 from 2022 to 2023, ranking first in the region and fourth in the world.

Telegram app is seen as ‘paradise’ for cybercrimes

Telegram has attracted more and more users because it is free, has no content censor, and offers encrypted end-to-end messages and chats that are easy to delete. It has become a favorite rendezvous for cybercriminals.