Hanoi to optimise culinary culture for development

Hanoi should take specific steps to exploit and develop its culinary culture to serve as a motivation for the growth of the city’s cultural industries, according to experts.

Large commercial complex to be build alongside Vietnam - China border

A complex of commercial, tourism, financial - banking, and advanced technology facilities worth over 350 million USD in total is set to be built in the vicinity of Tan Thanh Border Gate, the northern province of Lang Son.

Tourism contributes significantly to socioeconomic recovery in 2023

Vietnam won 54 prizes at the 2023 World Travel Awards - Asia and Oceania region last year, positioning the country's brand on top of the global tourism map and turning travel to VN into a bright spot in terms of socioeconomic recovery.

VN''s fruit, vegetable exports expected to flourish in 2024

Fruit and vegetable exports are predicted to set a new record in 2024, possibly exceeding the 6-billion-USD tunover goal and even approaching the 7-billion-USD milestone.

Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi continue to win over TripAdvisor customers

The world’s largest travel site, TripAdvisor, has revealed that its Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best 2023 honours Hoi An ancient town and Ho Chi Minh City in its “Trending Destinations” category.

PM meets with representatives of foreign-invested enterprises in Vietnam

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended a meeting with representatives of donors and foreign-invested enterprises in Vietnam on January 26 on the occasion of the upcoming Lunar New Year festival.

Hanoi's Old Quarter recreates traditional Tet customs

Cultural spaces in Hanoi's Old Quarter will be filled with traditional Tet activities, such as decorating the 12 zodiac animals and showcasing celebration space.

Raising 9-spur cocks, Phu Tho man becomes VND billionaire

Wealthy Vietnamese do not hesitate to spend money and time to seek out nine-spur cocks for Tet gifts. These cocks are mentioned in the legend about Hung King choosing a son-in-law.

Vietnamese artists display dragon-inspired artworks

The dragon-inspired artworks are created using various materials, mainly traditional ones.

Arduous journey to publish foreign books in Vietnam

For Vietnamese readers to approach famous, high-quality books in the world, domestic publishers have made great efforts with a strong determination to win the publishing right.

Ornamental plants change lives in many rural areas

In recent years, the ornamental plant industry in Vietnam has seen increased attention in applying advanced techniques and technologies to care for, nurture, and shape ornamental plants.

Rice exporters cautious about selecting orders to avoid risks

Political conflicts and climate change, which caused rice demand and rice prices to increase in 2023, are continuing in 2024. Therefore, the need to import and reserve food in general and rice in particular is continuing to increase this year.

Numerous major investors keen on Vietnamese semiconductor chips

Many significant financiers from developed countries are ready to invest in the country's semiconductor chip manufacturing, according to the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Hanoi plans to start construction of Thuong Cat bridge in October

Hanoi announced the selected design for its Thuong Cat bridge project on January 25, with construction planned to start on October 10.

Tet tours still available for booking: travel firms

Domestic and foreign tour packages during the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday are still available for booking, travel firms have said.

Giving up dream salaries in foreign countries, young people return to VN

Many Vietnamese young people do not hesitate to give up high-income jobs in foreign countries and return to contribute their efforts to VN.

Traditional Tet activities recreated at Thang Long imperial citadel

The atmosphere of the traditional Vietnamese Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet, is being introduced as part of the Happy Tet 2024 programme held at the historic Thang Long Imperial Citadel in Hanoi.

Traders in Yen So fish market make a living on freezing cold nights

While most people stay snug at home wrapped under warm blankets, many traders based at Yen So fish market in Hoang Mai district of Hanoi continue earning a living amid the chilly winter weather conditions which have recently gripped Hanoi.

Important contents in amended Land Law

The 15th National Assembly passed the amended Land Law on its 5th extraordinary session. The much-awaited law has great influences on the whole society.

Vietnamese air carriers seen recovering fully by end-2024

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has predicted that the nation’s aviation sector will fully recover by the end of this year, in line with broader Asia-Pacific expectations.

Da Nang hosts 13th ASEAN Schools Games’ Chef de Mission Meeting

The Chef de Mission Meeting of the 13th ASEAN Schools Games was held in the central city of Da Nang on January 26.

Garment producers still struggling to receive more orders

Expanding their customer base and diversifying products are among the solutions that Vietnamese textile and garment producers are applying to maintain their competiveness with new rivals.

Hanoi French-style villa opens to visitors after two years of renovation

A French-style villa at 49 Tran Hung Dao Street in Hanoi's Hoan Kiem District will officially open to visitors on Friday after two years of restoration.

28 female players called up to Vietnam U20 squad ahead of Asian tournament

Akira Ijiri, head coach of the Vietnamese women’s football U20 team, has officially announced the 28-player squad for the final round of the 2024 AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup which will take place in Uzbekistan from March 3 to March 16.

New laws expected to increase investment in real estate, bank shares

Real estate and bank shares caught securities investors’ attention last week after the amended Land Law and the Law on Credit Institutions were approved by the National Assembly on January 18.