Land prices plummet in Da Nang, resort market in a slump

DKRA Group has released a 2023 report about the real estate market in Da Nang, which shows prices falling by up to 97 percent in some market segments.

Ba Den Mountain Spring Festival in Tay Ninh Province opens

Ba Den (Black Lady) Mountain Spring Festival 2024 themed “The Scent and Beauty of Tay Ninh” was opened at the Ba Den Mountain National Tourist Area in Tay Ninh Province last night (the fourth day of the Lunar New Year).

Teacher Ian Wilson and his rural Vietnamese students

An Australian teacher is devoted to his teaching career in Vietnam with his love for rural students.

Streets, gateways heading to Hanoi, HCMC congested on fourth day of Tet

Many streets and gateways heading to the city center of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City were congested on February 13 (the fourth day of Tet) as holidaymakers returned to work and study.

New regulations to remove bottlenecks for OV real estate investment

The newly approved Land Law, Housing Law, and Law on Real Estate Business, which will take effect from 2025, are expected to create more favourable conditions for Overseas Vietnamese (OVs) in owning and trading real estate, according to experts.

Enterprises, authorities move to bolster industrial production

The General Statistics Office (GSO) reported that the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in January fell 4.4% month on month but still went up 18.3% year on year.

Việt Nam Government’s ranked 39th in AI readiness: Report

With a total AI readiness score of 54.48, Việt Nam ranks at 9th place within the East Asia region.

Bancassurance helps banks but insurance buyers suffer

Many people have complained that they have had to take out insurance policies from banks in exchange for bank loans.

Vietnam’s economy on track for recovery, stable growth

Economists say they can see brighter economic prospects in 2024, especially with positive foreign direct investment (FDI) flow.

People duty-bound to work during Tet

Hoang Anh Cuong has been working as a guard at The To Temple in Hue City for nearly 30 years. Watching over the temple during Tet is a regular part of his job.

Great potential for Vietnam – UK future cooperation: Ambassador Iain Frew

Both Vietnam and the UK boast great potential for stronger cooperation in multiple fields, especially trade, investment, digital economy, health, energy transition, and education, UK Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew has said.

Semiconductor industry: Ambition and future for Vietnam

The much-awaited dream of producing Made-in-Vietnam chips that has been neglected for several years, is now being awoken as the world is hunting for chips

Economic gains provide solid base for steady growth in 2024

Positive economic signs recorded last year are anticipated to serve as the foundation for the Vietnamese economy to grow well in the year ahead, according to Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung.

The professional ethics of food reviewers

Many food reviewers praise dishes and restaurants lavishly in their posts on social media even though they never try the products of the restaurants.

Hanoi sees increase in tourists during Lunar New Year

The number of international tourists showed significant growth during the period.

Bright prospects for Vietnam’s economy in 2024

Immediate efforts are required from the outset of the year to ensure that 2024 will be a year of accelerated and robust economic development.

Party leader offers incense at Thăng Long Imperial Citadel

Offering incense to the kings and ancestors on the occasion of the Lunar New Year, the Party leader and officials reported on national development achievements and prayed for peace for the country as well as wealth and happiness for the people.

PM launches new year operations of country’s biggest deepwater port

PM Chính praised the Saigon New Port Corporation’s contributions to the achievements of the Việt Nam People’s Army and the whole country in 2023.

Women fighters against terrorism

After months of rigorous training, the three female soldiers not only are in strong physical condition, but also have talents in military martial arts, with a record of many outstanding achievements.

Support enterprises face fewer orders, told to grasp chances from new industries

2023 was a tough year for enterprises in supporting industries because of low demand, according to the Vietnam Association of Supporting Industries (VASI) report to the Ministry of Industry and Trade (MOIT).

Vietnamese painter makes reverse glass abstracts in minutes

In his 30-year career, Doan Viet Tien made over 1,500 glass paintings depicting the scenery of his hometown and his past, in addition to 350 portraits of politicians and cultural figures of Vietnam and the world.

New cathedrals amaze with stunning architecture

There are over 5,400 churches across Vietnam, and many magnificent new ones are being built or have been completed, attracting not only Christians but also tourists near and far.

Taekwondo fighter wins medal, gymnasts leave for World Cup during Tet

Sportspeople have no time to enjoy the Tet (Lunar New Year) Festival as they are busy for tournaments which are Olympic qualification ongoing around the world.

Special wanderer: disabled traveller offers inspiration for all

On Check in Vietnam, the largest group for the Vietnamese travel community on Facebook, Phan Vu Minh is considered by many travel fellows to be the most special Vietnamese wanderer.

Temple of Literature showcases education history during royal period

The permanent exhibition themed Khơi Nguồn Đạo Học (Initial Sources of Education) highlights the outstanding contributions of prestigious people in the "historical flow" of Vietnamese education.