Concert to pay tribute to songwriter Trinh Cong Son

The musical extravaganza will pay tribute to the talented icon of Vietnamese neo-music, who left a vast legacy with over 600 songs.

Nearly US$2.4 billion of public investment disbursed in two months

The Ministry of Finance has announced the public investment disbursement in the two-month period with positive results, as both the total disbursed capital and the disbursement rate were higher than the same period last year.

Vietnam’s public debt kept sustainable, stable

Vietnam's public debts have been kept at a sustainable and stable level, which has given room for the country to implement reasonable and expansionary fiscal policies when necessary.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 11/2024

VN wood product exports have considerable room for growth

Local businesses urged to respond to trade defense lawsuits

To date, Vietnamese exported goods have been involved in 239 trade remedies investigations.

Global cooperation key to addressing malnutrition, micronutrient deficiencies

International cooperation is crucial in addressing micronutrient deficiencies and malnutrition in lower-income nations, including Vietnam, experts said.

HCM City to build largest medical, pharmaceutical industrial park

Southern metropolis HCM City will build the largest medical and pharmaceutical industrial park in the country, according to the city’s Department of Health.

Vietnam, New Zealand reinforce all-round ties, eye new level of relations

PM Pham Minh Chinh and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon co-chaired a press conference following their talks in Wellington on March 11 morning.

More employers push for gender equity at workplace: report

More employers are actively promoting gender equity through progressive policies, upskilling programs, and flexible work arrangements, according to a ManpowerGroup analysis.

Substandard highways blamed for high number of traffic accidents

When a horrific traffic accident occurred on the Cam Lo – La Son highway, analysts reminded the public about experts' warnings about the high risks on two-lane highways with no median strip and no emergency lane.

Vietnam’s ‘rice road’ to pursue green path

Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan said he wants to send a message to millions of farming households and businesses that a ‘rice road’ does not mean just producing rice grains.

Marathoner dreams of being first vision-impaired ironman

Vu Tien Manh became Vietnam’s first vision-impaired marathoner, finishing the 42km distance in a time of 3hr 41min at the Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon 2023.

Old business barriers removed, but new ones installed

Agencies have checked legal documents and cut unnecessary business conditions as requested by the government, but they have also added new requirements when compiling new regulations.

Veteran actor devoted to Vietnamese theatre

Theatre actor, director and producer Thanh Điền of HCM City received the certificate for the title of People’s Artist by the Government in Hà Nội on March 6.

Longevity ritual of the Nung in northern Vietnam

"Tài khoăn", which means “Longevity ritual” in the Nung language, is held on one’s birthday or in the spring, at the beginning of the year.

Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden needs renovation to attract visitors

The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden needs to renovate its development orientation and operating activities to be more attractive to HCM City’s residents and tourists, experts say.

New Land Law important to national development: experts

The revised Land Law holds great significance in the country’s political, socioeconomic life and national defence and security as well as has impacts on people from all walks of life and the business community.

Hanoi’s oldest hotel reopens its historical Heritage Wing

The iconic Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has officially reopened its historical Heritage Wing after nearly two years of renovation.

Vietnam and New Zealand look to raise bilateral trade to US$2 billion

Both Vietnam and New Zealand should bring into full play untapped cooperation areas, striving to soon raise their two-way trade turnover to US$2 billion from last year’s US$1.3 billion.

Another impressive drone light show entertains visitors in Hanoi

As many as 300 drones lit up the Hanoi sky on March 9 evening in a municipal tourism stimulus programme, capturing the attention of thousands of local people and visitors.

Vietnam end 2024 AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup campaign

Vietnamese women have left Uzbekistan after losing 1-6 to China in their last group match on March 10, ending their 2024 AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup campaign.

PM meets Vietnamese scientists, NZ business circle in New Zealand

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh had a working session with the group of Vietnamese professionals working in New Zealand (VietTech NZ) in Auckland on March 10 as part of his official visit to NZ.

Classical Music Festival opens in Da Lat

More than 100 artists are performing at the Vietnam Classical Music Festival which opened in the UNESCO Creative Music City of Da Lat, the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on March 10.

VN chairs session seeking ICJ’s advice on obligations on climate change

Attending the event were law experts, scholars and international lawyers from more than 20 Asia-Pacific countries, representatives of delegations to the UN and relevant Vietnamese agencies.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS MARCH 10/2024

Two-month state budget collection grows 10.4% year on year