HCM City planning policy aims for city to be 'pearl of the Far East’

Minister of Planning and Investment Nguyen Chi Dung said the task of the HCM City planning is seeking new driving forces for the city to grow.

Tourism experts urge VN to give visa waivers to more countries

Major tourism rivals of Vietnam are attracting millions of foreign travelers thanks to their open visa policies. But Vietnam remains slow-paced in the race.

Students run non-profit animal shelter

Generations of VNUA students with a shared love for pets have voluntarily run a shelter for the past nine years, being guardian angels of nearly 10,000 animals in distress.

Binh Duong pottery, a rich tradition worth preserving and fostering

Despite challenges, traditional pottery villages and businesses in Binh Duong are keeping the craft going.

Young Vietnamese scientists apply research to solve real life problems

As one of 20 youths shortlisted for the Vietnamese Outstanding Young Face Award 2023, Dr. Ha Huy Hieu, VinUni University, is well known for medical inventions that help solve medical and technological problems and challenges in Vietnam.

When foreign leaders ride bikes on streets, eat banh my and drink coffee

In 2023, many foreign politicians were invited by Vietnamese leaders to experience activities that symbolize their strong relationships.

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Vietnam's trade surplus reaches 4.72 billion USD in Jan-Feb

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Hanoi to build VND16-trillion bridge linking Long Bien

Explore CNN, Google and TikTok to promote Vietnamese values

Digital media platforms are key to promoting Vietnamese culture to the world and attracting more foreign visitors.

Vietnam Gov’t expects action plan for PDP VIII in early March

The lack of an action plan is impacting the execution of projects and the supply of electricity for both production and consumption.

More young people earn money raising hermit crabs

A special species of crab is being raised by youth as a hobby and for profit.

Freelance photographers help birds take flight

Photographers and conservationists are helping to save endangered wild birds nationwide

Vietnam needs generative AI of its own

Large language models (LLM) of generative AI are currently all in English. Countries need to develop generative AI in their languages to align with their recognition and culture.

HCMC real estate sector recovers in Jan-Feb

The real estate sector in HCMC saw a significant rebound in revenue in the first two months of this year, statistics show.

HCM City authorities listen to people’s opinions via social media

Socialbeat, the social media listening software, was launched by the HCM City Department of Information and Communications on February 27. The AI-integrated software processes more than one billion pieces of information each day.

Buon Ma Thuot can establish itself as a recognized global coffee hub.

High-quality coffee products and specialty coffee are expected to help position the brand of Buôn Ma Thuột coffee,

E-waste puts pressure on waste management

Research findings from the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology reveal that VN currently generates approximately 100,000 tonnes of electronic waste annually, mainly consisting of household appliances, electronics and office equipment.

Five public squares to be built around Thien Quang Lake in Hanoi

In the survey by the People’s Committee of Nguyễn Du Ward, a majority of participants are in favour of the scheme and the construction of the Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, and Central Squares around the lake.

Politburo wants full steam ahead for rail routes, metros in big cities

The Party Politburo has called for continued investment in building urban railways and subways in Hà Nội, HCM City and other large cities.

Vietnam-Singapore Alliance Cup to feature top golfers, pushing golf tourism

The Vietnam-Singapore Alliance Cup 2024 will feature top golfers from the two countries when it tees off later this month in Da Nang City.

Nung ethnic hamlet attracts tourists with traditional rammed earth houses

The ordinary yet peaceful lifestyle of Nung ethnic people has been preserved well in Bac Hoa hamlet, Tan Son commune, Luc Ngan district, Bac Giang province.

Durian emerging as 'golden fruit' among Vietnam's exports

Vietnam is striving to further assert its durian export position and join the billion-dollar export industry with the current advantages in hand, coupled with efforts to better the fruit quality.

Vietnam looks to woo global tech giants

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has stressed the need to adopt appropriate strategies to attract and retain investments given the growing interest in Vietnam of global technology giants.

Phu Quoc requested to clarify the case of 292 'abandoned' Taiwanese tourists

The National Tourism Agency of Vietnam is collecting information for an upcoming meeting with representatives from the Department of Economic and Cultural Affairs of Taipei City (Taiwan, China).

Tenth Áo dài festival to take place throughout March in HCM City

An annual Áo dài festival will take place in HCM City from March 7 to 17 with a wide range of cultural activities, the event’s organisers announced at a press conference held in HCM City on March 1.