Pianist Bich Tra returns to perform at HCM City Opera House

Critically acclaimed pianist Nguyễn Bích Trà, who is visiting from the UK, will perform in a concert “A Night of Beethoven and Rachmaninoff” at the HCM City Opera House on July 13.

National library to host the first exhibition on South Korean writing

In the first of its kind, an exhibition on the South Korean writing system will open from July 15 to August 9 at Việt Nam National Library.

Ninh Bình to organise hot air balloon festival to attract tourists

Ninh Bình Province will host the Tràng An-Cúc Phương Hot Air Balloon Festival on September 20-23.

There’s a street in Vietnam named ’Southgate’

The surname Southgate, translated into Vietnamese means

Bach Mai Hospital’s former head applies for internship at another hospital

Prof. Nguyen Quang Tuan, 57, former director of Bach Mai Hospital and Hanoi Heart Hospital, who went to prison on charge of corruption in medical bidding, is working as an intern at Huu Nghi Hospital to obtain a new professional certification.

Company proposes building self-driving tram line in HCM City

A private investor has proposed to build a self-driving tram line running on HCM City’s canals to reduce congestion near Tân Sơn Nhất airport.

Parents proposed to have greater autonomy in effort to improve birth rates

This is seen as a radical change compared to the current Population Ordinance, which called for each couple or individual to have “one to two children.”

Vietnam Business News July 11/2024

Manufacturing enterprises need to adapt to trends to develop: experts

Vietnamese President To Lam begins State visit to Laos

Vietnamese President To Lam arrived in Vientiane on July 11 morning, beginning a State visit to Laos at the invitation of General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith.

Bac Giang records another diphtheria infection

The Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the northern Bac Giang province confirmed that another local resident has contracted diphtheria, a disease that has dangerous complications and especially a high death rate.

Government unveils plan to empower intellectual workforce for national growth

The Government has issued a resolution outlining its action programme to continue building and elevating the role of intellectual workforce for national rapid and sustainable development in the new era.

Green consumption becomes popular trend in HCM City

The retail market in Ho Chi Minh City shows a shift towards the green consumption trend.

Vietnam to meet Thailand in friendly match in September

The Vietnam and Thailand Football Federations have reached an agreement to organise a national team friendly match in September.

Vietnam's H1 seafood exports hit 4.4 billion USD

Vietnam earned 4.4 billion USD from exporting aquatic products in the first half of this year, up nearly 7% year-on-year, the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) has reported.

Vietnam, Philippines agree to establish rice industry alliance

Agriculture ministers of Vietnam and the Philippines have agreed to establish a rice industry alliance between the two countries and upgrade the trade relationship to an investment partnership in the rice industry.

Hoi An named Best Value Travel Destination for 2024 by The Post Office UK

According to a study by The Post Office UK, the ancient town of Hoi An in Vietnam tops the list of the 10 best value travel destinations for 2024.

Vietnam's economic surge: Nearing high middle-income classification

Vietnam's economic growth rate surpasses several countries in the region, with a per capita GDP exceeding $4,300. Has Vietnam entered the high middle-income group?

V-League transfer market heats up after season's end

Even though the 2023/24 V-League season has just ended, the transfer market for Vietnam's national football championship is already buzzing with activity.

Biometric security in banking: Progress and challenges ahead

Recently, Vietnam has seen the proliferation of "junk" bank accounts. These accounts are officially registered but sold to fraudsters for prices ranging from a few hundred thousand to several million VND.

Nature's embrace: Lac Village offers serenity and tradition

With a history spanning over 700 years, Lac Village in Mai Chau District, Hoa Binh Province, is nestled amidst lush mountains and verdant fields.

Tourists struggle to find rooms as Da Nang fireworks festival finale approaches

Tourists are flocking to Da Nang for the finale of the International Fireworks Festival, leading to a significant surge in hotel bookings.

Send-off ceremony for local athletes to 2024 Paris Olympics set for July 17

A ceremony to send off the Vietnamese sporting delegation to the 2024 Paris Olympics is scheduled to take place on July 17 in Hanoi.

Tea exports enjoy double-digit growth in first half

Vietnam grossed US$108 million from exporting 61,000 tonnes of tea during the first half of the year, up 26.7% in volume and 32.1% in value on-year, according to details given by the General Department of Vietnam Customs.

Lonely Planet lists 10 must-see attractions in northcentral Vietnam

World renowned travel guide Lonely Planet recently revealed its list of the top 10 must-see attractions in northcentral Vietnam.

Project launched to elevate Vietnam’s culinary heritage, inspire future chefs

The project, entitled “Len Men: Umami Unleashed”, not only celebrates fermented foods, but also aims to enrich fine dining with indigenous flavours while advancing food security.