Investment in HCM City-based industrial parks hit record high

The total investment capital in Ho Chi Minh City's export processing and industrial zones last year reached over US$1 billion, representing the highest figure recorded in more than 30 years.

Vietnam wins big at Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad

All 20 Vietnamese students put in excellent displays to win medals at the Southeast Asian Mathematical Olympiad (SEAMO) which was held from January 19 to January 22 in Singapore.

Level-1 aviation security measures to be adopted during Tet

Director of the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam Dinh Viet Thang has issued a directive, asking airports, air traffic service suppliers, airlines and aviation service providers to adopt Level-1 aviation security measures during the Lunar New Year.

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German President wraps up Vietnam visit

VN bid farewell to Asian Cup with 2-3 defeat to Iraq in Group D’s last match

Vietnam bid farewell to the AFC Asian Cup 2023 with a 2-3 defeat to Iraq after conceding in the last minute of the game.

Vietnam renews appeal for immediate ceasefire in Gaza Strip

A Vietnamese diplomat has voiced deep concern over the continued complex developments in the Middle East, particularly the escalating conflicts in the Gaza Strip, stressing the urgency for an immediate ceasefire.

COVID-19 JN.1 variant detected in HCM City

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health said on January 24 that it has detected the appearance of the JN.1 sub-variant of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus that is currently spreading rapidly around the globe.

Vietnam among Asia’s top 5 destinations over Lunar New Year

Online travel company Agoda has named the nation among the top 5 destinations for travelers around the Asia-Pacific region looking for a getaway over the forthcoming Lunar New Year travel break.

Vietnamese fashion designer debuts new collections in China

New collections of Yếm (Vietnamese bodice) and Áo Dài (traditional long dress) created by fashion designer Thuy Nguyen have been presented at Harbin Fashion Week held in China.

Vietnamese economy to grow by 6% in 2024: HSBC

The Vietnamese economy will grow by 6% this year with the strength of the national economy coming from a combination of consumer and investment spending, according to the 2024 Investment Outlook report for the first half of the year released by HBSC.

Ninh Hòa grilled fermented pork recognised among top 10 specialties of VN 2023

No one knows exactly when the grilled fermented pork dish came into being, but local elders said it was brought to Ninh Hòa by immigrants from the central province of Thanh Hóa.

Traditional ’tuồng’ needs support from the State, says veteran artist

Traditional tuồng (classical drama) artist Ngoc Khanh is founder of the Ngoc Khanh Tuồng Troupe that is among the very few traditional art units in HCM City.

Breaking down stereotypes on women in STEM gives female engineers confidence

Women in Việt Nam pursuing a STEM dream have broken down stereotypes that exist within families, schools and society to become female STEM leaders. Yet, many surveys have shown that there is a lack of female participation in STEM.

Vietnam’s remarkable journey of voluntary blood donation

This is a journey of sharing love, compassion, and solidarity among millions of Vietnamese hearts, bringing life and happiness to countless families of patients.

Mekong Delta dried fish making villages busy ahead of Tết

To improve value, local authorities have strengthened oversight of the quality of dried fish and trade promotions, and helped producers get their products registered under the country’s “One Commune-One Product” (OCOP) programme.

Exhibition displays dragon-inspired illustrations by young artists

An exhibition revealing interesting and joyful perspectives about the dragon, the zodiac animal symbol of the Lunar New Year is taking place at the Temple of Literature in Hanoi.

Three Cham sculptures promoted as National Treasures

Three sculptures at the Cham Sculpture Museum in Da Nang have been recognised as National Treasures following the Prime Minister’s decision released January 18.

Thao Dien Night Street launches trial run

A 465-meter-long night-time walking street spanning a section of Xuan Thuy Street in Thao Dien Ward, an expat enclave, opened last weekend.

HCM City announces education development goals through 2030

The municipal People’s Committee has approved an education development strategy from now until 2030, with a vision to 2045, aiming to ensure harmony between development and quality of education.

Việt Nam successfully applies 3D-printing technology to treat bone cancer

Vinmec International General Hospital on January 22 announced its doctors have simultaneously replaced both the pelvis and part of the femur in one operation to treat a patient with an extremely rare type of bone cancer.

“Xuan Que Huong” programme to feature diverse activities

“Xuan Que Huong” (Homeland Spring), the biggest cultural event for overseas Vietnamese (OVs) on the occasion of the Lunar New Year (Tet), will take place from February 1-2 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Costs for Hanoi's Metro No.2 project go up by over $652 million

In the proposal from Hà Nội’s authorities, the project will be put into operation by 2029 – 14 years later than the original deadline of 2015 – with two additional years for training, operation, and maintenance.

Phu Quoc unveils the world’s largest multimedia show on water

Created by a French producer, 'Kiss of the Sea' has emerged as the new sensation for visitors on Vietnam’s largest island of Phu Quoc for 2024.

With a bountiful crop in 2023, farmers pocket big money

The prices of farm produce climbed to new high in 2023. Tens of thousands of durian farmers have become dong billionaires, while the incomes of rice and coffee farmers increased by twofold.

Travel+Leisure reveals best time to visit Vietnam

Magazine Travel+Leisure of the United States has published an article revealing the best and worst time to visit Vietnam.