Voluntary group cleans waste in Bien Hoa City’s local canals

The group was established since July 2023. The group has launched more than 20 campaigns, treating over 10 tonnes of waste in four wards of Quyết Thắng, Tân Tiến, Trảng Dài, Bửu Hòa, and Biên Hòa City.

Hanoi photography course attracts male learners

Practical photography courses using smartphones have become popular among those who enjoy travelling, exploring, and experiencing new things.

AI used in Vietnam for electronic medical records

Artificial Intelligence is applied more widely in the medical field in Vietnam to help take better care of the public’s health and reduce workload for the medical teams.

Ethnic minority YouTuber spreads love and help to people in need

Ms. Chao Mui Coi’s YouTube channel, Coi Lalin, attracts viewers thanks to the simple yet inspiring stories of many difficult lives in her hometown - Bat Xat District, Lao Cai Province.

Hanoians wrap up amid first strong cold snap

The northern mountainous regions, including Lang Son and Cao Bang provinces, are bracing for an exceptionally harsh cold snap.

Gold medal haul for Vietnam at Asian Pencak Silat Championship

Vietnam’s Pencak Silat team bagged 20 medals, including 8 gold, 3 silver and 9 bronze medals at the 7th Asian Pencak Silat Championships in Dubai, UAE which ended on November 13.

Two cruise ships bring nearly 3,400 European, American tourists to Ha Long

The Ha Long International Cruise Port is receiving two luxury super ships on November 13 - 14, carrying nearly 3,400 European and American tourists onboard to visit Ha Long Bay and other tourist attractions in Quang Ninh province, northern Vietnam.

Copyright infringement, plagiarism and pirating rampant in VN

Copyright infringement has become serious, causing concerns in society and discontent among art activists. Experts have warned that copyright infringement poses danger to the vulnerable cultural industry.

HCM City apartment market shows signs of coming out of slump: experts

The HCM City condominium market is stirring again after a long stupor, experts have said.

Electricity pricing and the opportunities for development

Resolution 55 on the energy development strategy clearly stipulates that Vietnam needs to remove all barriers to be sure that power pricing is transparent and determined by the market.

Central bank ceases bill issue amid increasing interbank interest rates

The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) has ceased bill issue after nearly two months of using the channel to withdraw cash out of the banking system.

Dien Bien organizes human rights training conference 2023

On October 4, the Human Rights Steering Committee of Dien Bien province coordinated with the Government's Standing Office on Human Rights to organize a training conference on human rights work.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (November 13-19/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from November 13-19.

Vietnam remains fastest growing digital economy in Southeast Asia: report

Vietnam remains the fastest growing digital economy in Southeast Asia for a second year in a row.

Ensure equal participation of women and girls in all fields

The United Nations Committee on Social, Humanitarian and Cultural Issues convened its 78th session at the United Nations headquarters in New York (USA) on October 3.

Enterprises cut 2023 business expectations after poor results in 9 months

Less positive business results in the nine months of 2023 have caused many businesses to lower their whole year’s target, with some even expecting losses.

Removing barriers against girls and women with disabilities

Barriers in society and education against people with disabilities have been gradually reduced, and the rights of people with disabilities have been better guaranteed.

Da Lat City, Ha Long Bay struggle amidst tourism downturn

Da Lat City is currently oddly devoid of tourists. In the Northern region, the 'tourist hub', Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, is experiencing a similar lack of tourists.

Positive momentum expected as investor confidence grows

Improved cash flow and positive sentiment drive market trend this week, as cooling domestic exchange rate boosts investor confidence.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 13/2023

Vietnam supports reform of UN General Assembly’s operation

Vietnam bags eights golds at World Bodybuilding Championship

Vietnam won eight gold, six silver and four bronze medals at the 14th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships and Congress held in Wonju, the Republic of Korea, on November 9-11.

Vietnam leave for 2026 World Cup qualifier with the Philippines

Coach Philippe Troussier and his players left Hanoi for Manila, the Philippines, on November 13 to prepare for a match of the second qualifying round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Asian section.

Early trade warning needed to better defend Vietnamese products

Vietnam should set up an early warning system for trade defence to help support Vietnamese products in foreign markets, said industry leaders and policymakers.

Strong cold grips northern Vietnam, heavy rain spreads across localities

A cold air wave, the strongest since winter 2023, hit northern border provinces of Vietnam on November 12 evening and is impacting other localities in the northern and central regions on November 13.

Westlife to wow Vietnamese audiences for one more night in November

Irish pop group Westlife have decided to add an additional concert to their November 2023 performance schedule in Ho Chi Minh City as part of their ongoing world tour “The Wild Dreams Tour”.