Vietnamese coffee exports rake in US$2.8 billion by mid-August

The country had exported a total of 1.54 million tonnes of coffee worth US$2.81 billion by mid-August, representing a fall of 20% in volume but up nearly 5% in value on-year thanks to high export prices.

Australian foreign minister enjoys walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, coffee in Hanoi

Visiting Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong took a stroll around the iconic Hoan Kiem (Sword) Lake in the very heart of Hanoi and enjoyed an egg coffee, a signature drink of the capital city, on Tuesday morning.

VinFast shares break three-day losing streak on Nasdaq rally

Shares of Vietnam’s leading electric vehicle maker VinFast rallied again in New York on August 21 after losing their value for the three consecutive days on the Nasdaq stock market.

Nha Trang greets modern cruise ship with over 4,000 tourists

Spectrum of the Seas, one of the world's most luxurious cruise ships, docked at Nha Trang port in the southcentral province of Khanh Hoa on August 21, carrying with it a total of 4,308 tourists and crew members.

Australian famous singer Dean Lewis to perform in Vietnam

Pop singer and songwriter Dean Lewis of Australia is set to exclusively play live on August 23 from RMIT Vietnam University’s concert in Ho Chi Minh City as part of activities held to celebrate the 50th anniversary of joint diplomatic ties.

Cutting loan interest rates for social housing developers, buyers proposed

Many experts on the property market proposed cutting interest rates of loans for investing or buying social housing products to 4.5-6% per year from 8.2-8.7% at present.

Commercial banks invest nearly US$630 million in digital transformation: SBV

Commercial banks in Vietnam have invested a total of 15 trillion VND (629.7 million USD) in digital transformation, heard an online seminar on ensuring security and safety for e-payments in the digital era held on August 21.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES AUGUST 22/2023

Vietnam still facing challenges in developing online public services

Vietnamese, Kazakh Presidents seek measures to forge cooperation

President Vo Van Thuong and his Kazakh counterpart Kassym-Jomart Tokayev compared notes on orientations to enhance cooperation between Vietnam and Kazakhstan during their talks in Hanoi on August 21.

NA Chairman holds talks with Belgian Senate President in Hanoi

Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Vuong Dinh Hue held talks with visiting President of the Belgian Senate Stephanie D’Hose in Hanoi on August 21.

The centers that produce cosmetic surgery 'specialists'

Ignoring the risks, more unlicensed establishments have been opened and are still carrying out mass production of fake cosmetic surgery.

Tourist destinations actively seeking profitable models for night economy

Highly aware that cultural-economic activities at night have great impacts on tourists, many localities are eagerly studying feasible, unique models to apply.

Telco solutions are needed to settle scam calls

The current solutions to prevent scam calls are only useful for individual cases. Most subscribers need better protection.

Vietstock roadshows made a great success in livestock industry

After successfully organizing five livestock roadshows in July and August 2023, Vietstock livestock exhibition will take place on October 11-13 in HCM City.

Phu Yen rocks out to sound of the lithophone

The stone musical instrument is one of the world’s oldest, and has recently been attracting the attention of local youngsters eager to play at provincial tourist destinations.

Central Highlands: sustainable livelihoods to ward off instability risks

Despite its great development potential, the region has still struggling with many socio-economic difficulties and challenges, especially land-related problems.

Exploring terraced fields of Phung Village

Tucked away in Hoang Su Phi District of Ha Giang Province, Phung Village is where you can witness the sheer magnificence of terraced fields that seem to blend seamlessly with the ethereal sea of clouds.

Nha Trang proposes resuming tourism diving services

The Nha Trang Bay Management Board has just proposed resuming tourism diving services around the Hon Mun Marine Protected Area after over a year of suspension.

HCM City deals with low birth rates, aging population

As of this year, the elderly population accounts for 11 per cent of the total population of HCM City, officially pushing the city into its ageing phase. The city’s birth rate has continuously declined over the past decade.

Running against time: an elderly athlete’s journey

Even at the age of 70, an age when many former professional marathon runners have hung up their running shoes, Nguyen Do Hung remains a familiar face in running events across Vietnam.

Vietnam faces up to 2,000MW power shortfall

Vietnam anticipates an energy shortfall of up to 2,000MW between 2024 and 2025, as the soaring electricity demand outpaces additions to capacity.

Vietnam's fintech landscape poised for significant growth

Despite a drop in funding, Vietnam will continue to breed upcoming fintech unicorns in the long term thanks to its burgeoning fintech sector.

When users are afraid of receiving calls and joining the digital environment

Ensuring digital safety at a fundamental level to protect all telecommunications and internet users is an important step in creating digital trust. Digital trust is a must in digital transformation.

EVN okays proposed quarterly electricity tariff adjustment

Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) has endorsed a proposal for a new electricity tariff adjustment mechanism.