Tech shares ramp up appeal despite lackluster business

Shares of many domestic tech retailers are at historic highs.

Health Ministry proposes amendments to COVID-19 regulations

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has proposed to amend the regulations related to COVID-19 as the number of new cases has consistently remained low in recent weeks.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES SEPTEMBER 27/2023

PM arrives in Hanoi, wrapping up working trips to US, Brazil

China is the largest export market of Vietnamese fruits and vegetables

China is the largest export market of Vietnamese fruits and vegetables, accounting for nearly 65 per cent of the total fruit and vegetable export value, according to Dang Phuc Nguyen, general secretary of the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association.

Vietnam spent nearly $1 billion on gasoline imports in 8 months

It gained 19 per cent in volume and 36.8 per cent in value.

Vietnam develops open educational resources for higher education

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha has signed Decision No. 1117/QD-TTg approving a programme to develop open educational resources for higher education.

Four health conditions account for 73% of deaths in VN

Cardiovascular disease, chronic lung disease, cancer, and diabetes are estimated to cause a loss of $30 trillion to the world economy.

Pa Then fire-jumping ceremony becomes national intangible heritage

“Nhảy lửa”, or fire jumping in English, a ritual of the Pa Then ethnic minority people in the mountainous province of Tuyen Quang, has been listed as part of Vietnam’s ’s intangible heritage for the second time.

Social media platforms deprive press agencies of 50 percent of revenue

The revenue from media is estimated at $4 billion in Vietnam. However, 50 percent of ad value goes to cross-border platforms and social networks. Press agencies are losing a big source of revenue.

Real estate market challenges to continue until end of 2024: experts

Despite the Government’s efforts to address them, the challenges for the property market will continue until the end of next year, experts have warned.

HOSE denies rumor about leaders’ resignation

The HCM City Stock Exchange (HOSE), the largest stock exchange in the country, has denied that HOSE’s leaders have resigned.

Revenue of 19 State groups, corporations accounts for 20% of 2022 GDP

The total consolidated revenue of 19 State-owned economic groups and corporations hit 1.871 quadrillion VND (77.9 billion USD) last year, or 20% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), up 0.6% from 2018.

Vietnam’s abundant indigenous resources help foster start-ups

More and more start-ups by young people in rural areas are capitalising on the rich and diverse local resources.

Hanoi’s heritage house of great historical imprints

One of the rare old houses in the area of Hanoi's Old Quarter, the Heritage House at 86 Hang Bac Street is full of funky secrets.

Koel cake: a cherished traditional delicacy of Nghe An

Have you ever tried koel cake, a traditional delicacy from Bau Sen Village in Nghe An Province?

VNX becomes official member of World Federation of Exchanges

The Vietnam Stock Exchange (VNX) said it has become an official member of the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) following voting by the WFE General Assembly as part of the federation’s annual meeting from September 19-21.

Industrial zone workers still awaiting social housing

Many workers have been working here for more than 10 years, but owning an apartment in the social housing project remains a difficult and distant thing for the majority of labourers.

Lam Dong: Opportunity to become a night-time-economy center

The authorities of Lam Dong province have issued a plan to implement a pilot model for developing the night economy in the province.

President receives newly accredited foreign ambassadors

President Vo Van Thuong hosted separate receptions in Hanoi on September 26 for ambassadors of Bulgaria, the European Union (EU) Delegation, France and Kazakhstan who came to present their credentials.

Hanoi Mid-Autumn Festival lights create beautiful photo opportunities

As the Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, the capital city is being brightened with lanterns, marking it one of the most anticipated festivities of the year.

Astar creates happiness in every project

The Financial Consulting and Investment Joint Stock Company (Astar) wants to create a sustainable space for the community with quality and amenities, connecting people with the surrounding world, contributing to solving social issues.

Vietnam plans seven-day break for Tet holiday

In their proposal, the MoLISA presented two options, each consisting of five days and two weekend days.

Top Vietnamese, Bulgarian legislators inform outcomes of talks to media

National Assembly Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue and his Bulgarian counterpart Rosen Zhelyazkov met the press on September 25 (local time) to announce the outcomes of their successful talks in Sofia.

Green transition holds the key to the EU market

The EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) includes a chapter dedicated to sustainable development that covers not only environmental but also labor-related issues, said an official of the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

EVN proposes increasing electricity import from Laos

Due to the risk of an electricity undersupply in 2025, EVN has proposed importing more electricity from Laos.