Revised Land Law better suited to overseas Vietnamese

The revised Land Law, which includes people of Vietnamese origin among land users and increases interests for foreign-invested economic entities, is expected to have positive impacts on the real estate market and the economy at large.

Vietnam to host thrilling carom billiards tournaments in 2024

Vietnam’s carom billiards tournaments in 2024 promise to be thrilling and captivating events for fans.

Huge potential for VN fruit and vegetable exports

With robust export of fruits and vegetables, the industry has set a typical example for quick transformation in the context of economic difficulties to tap the potential and expand global reach.

Predictions about Vietnam’s data economy in 2024

Vietnam has great opportunities to take full advantage of data for economic development. The data economy will reshape the picture of Vietnam’s economy.

VN labour market set for recovery in 2024

Vietnam’s job market is poised to bounce back in 2024, driven by better purchasing power that is sparked by a recovery in private investment and wage reform, according to the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs.

Orders return, Vietnam’s businesses see positive signs

Vietnam’s economy has seen positive signs thanks to demand from major markets and the impressive comeback of Samsung.

Vietnam advised to encourage telecom carriers to develop 5G apps

The vice president and general manager of Ciena's international business, Jamie Jefferies, has made many recommendations for Vietnam in 5G development.

Young couple draw on happiness for vendors

Their channel, 'Draw Happiness', features videos documenting their journey around Ho Chi Minh City, discovering street vendors facing difficulties, and re-painting the signboards on their mobile shop for free.

Lotus lake awakens hidden beauty in Quang Binh

Located in a special geographical location on the main North-South route, Bàu Sen (Lotus Lake)’s natural beauty has vast potential for tourism development.

Incense making village preserves cultural heritage

Burning incense is an integral part of Vietnamese tradition, observed during holidays, death anniversaries, and especially the Lunar New Year

VN ranks second among most sought-after regional real estate markets

Vietnam is the second most attractive real estate market, just after India, in Asia Pacific, according to CBRE, a property consultancy firm.

Vietnamese scientist grows ‘green gold’ in Africa

Vu Van Thoai, Chair of the Scientific Council under the Institute of Sandalwood and Rare Plant Research, is known as the first person to bring sandalwood from India to Vietnam.

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Aviation authority asks for clarification of airfare hike after Tet

Botanical artist offers a chance to learn more about aromas

A workshop and exhibition on botanical art will open on February 23 at An Nam Gallery.

Mekong Delta residents eagerly await new highways

Poor infrastructure was once a weak point in the Mekong Delta, making it impossible to connect with other areas in the southern region, and hindering investment.

Disbursement of VND120,000 billion preferential credit package slow

Disbursement of VND120,000 billion (US$ 4,877,708,416) preferential credit package for social housing development is still slow.

Shadow of the Puppets takes the stage in Hanoi

The performance uses puppets and puppetry, including the beautiful art of ’shadow puppetry’. Puppets and people have blended together on stage, being the character’s body and soul, the light and dark sides, the pain and joy being released.

Mobile-device retailers warned of weak demand in 2024

Last year was a tough one for mobile device retailers. The market will still be stagnant in 2024 and some retailers will have to struggle to exist amid weak demand and price wars.

Efforts needed to address human resources shortage for semiconductor industry

Semiconductor products have been defined by the Government as one of the nine national products in the country’s efforts to actively engage in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Vietnamese users favor Zalo and Viber, voice calls, SMS decline in popularity

The number of voice calls and messages is falling, while the number of video calls and messages via apps is increasing.

New schedule unveiled for domestic leagues and National Cup

The V.League 1 2024/2025 season is due to be held in August, whilst both the V.League 2 and the National Cup will run from September and November, as announced by the Vietnam Professional Football Joint Stock Company (VPF).

After Tet holiday, interest rates began to fall

The deposit and lending interest rates continued a downward trend after January. The average deposit interest rates offered by commercial banks decreased by 0.15 percent, while the lending interest rate fell 0.25 percent compared with late 2023.

Health ministry requests reports on wrong-patient surgery

The Ministry of Health said it has requested Lam Dong Province General Hospital to report the incident in which the hospital mistakenly provided X-ray results to a patient, leading to wrong surgery for this individual.

Vietnam's Next Top Model to resume after seven-year break

The Vietnam’s Next Top Model 2024 will return after a seven-year hiatus.