Vietnamese unwilling to participate in clinical trials for drug development

The proportion of patients participating in clinical trials for drug research and development in Vietnam is just 1-2 percent, while the figure is 10 percent in other countries.

Sugar mill suspends operation, sugarcane growers worried

Hau Giang’s farmers are worried as sugarcane prices have dropped dramatically after the Phung Hiep sugar mill temporarily stopped its operation.

Vietnam lacks human resources experts in implementing FTAs

Vietnam is in dire need of qualified personnel to implement new generation Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), heard a conference.

Despite weak demand, car dealers still make tie-in sales

While car dealers have to lower the prices of previous-generation car models to boost sales amid weak demand, they have applied the tie-in sale policy for newly marketed models.

“Great Central Highlands - Convergence of Quintessence”

On the afternoon of November 16, the organizing board of the first Culture, Sports and Tourism Festival of Ethnic Groups in the Central Highlands 2023 held a press conference to provide information about the event.

Phu Quoc listed among 50 best places to travel in 2024

Online travel guide Travel Lemming has ranked Phu Quoc sixth among the 50 best places to travel to in 2024 which are perfect for longer trips and embracing a slower and more sustainable pace of travel.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 17/2023

Export of first Vietnamese bird’s nests to China announced

Piloting model of career guidance and vocational training for prisoners

The Government has issued Decree No. 09/2023/ND-CP detailing the implementation of the model of organizing labor activities, guiding career and vocational training for prisoners outside prison.

Hanoi to welcome screening of six Italian movies

The Italian Film Festival 2023 is set to get underway from November 27 to December 2 at the National Cinema Center at 87 Lang Ha street in Hanoi in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Italy diplomatic relations.

Hanoi buildings shake after 5.4 magnitude quake hits China-Myanmar border

Tall buildings in Vietnam’s Hanoi capital have shaken after a strong earthquake jolted a border area between China and Myanmar on November 17 morning.

Feast of art and music presented during Hanoi Creative Design Festival

During the 2023 Hanoi Creative Design Festival that lasts until November 26, historical sites like the Hàng Đậu Water Tower, Gia Lâm Train Factory, Hà Nội Railway Station and Long Biên Railway Station host art events.

Disciplinary measures imposed against some Party organisations, members

Their violations resulted in serious consequences, causing significant financial and property losses to the State.

Last Nguyen Kings’ documents to be displayed in Hanoi

The documents were officially recognised by UNESCO as one of 78 world documentary heritages in 2017. They are administrative documents issued by the Nguyen Dynasty, the last feudal system in Vietnam and the region.

VN President, Malaysian PM lauds strong progress of strategic partnership

Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong received Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in San Francisco on November 16 morning (local time) on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week 2023.

Event highlights Hanoi’s night-time tourism

Hanoi’s 15 night-time tourism offerings and a light art installation space will be launched at the Arts and Culture Centre in Hanoi on November 24.

President receives US special envoy for climate John Kerry in San Fransisco

President Vo Van Thuong received US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry in San Francisco on November 16 during his trip to the US to attend the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week and bilateral activities.

Vietnamese photographer wins five prizes in Australia's contest

Photojournalist Tran Viet Van from Lao Dong (Labour) newspaper has won four silver and one bronze prizes at the Better Photography Photographer of the Year 2023 in Australia.

Da Nang among best places to go in Asia next year: CN Traveler

Da Nang captures the second place after Bangkok China town in Conde Nast Traveller (CN Traveler)’s list of the 11 best places to visit in Asia in 2024.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 17/2023

Fixing loopholes in construction of ‘mini apartments’ is needed

Sand auction prices reach record high, raising concern

With the auction winning price 200 times higher than the reserve price, the sand price in the market may be unacceptable to both the state and people.

Tourism sector urged to develop national tourism brand

In the first 10 months of this year, Việt Nam welcomed 99 million domestic visitors and 10 million international tourists, exceeding the 2023 target of 8 million visitors.

Decree issued to prevent domestic violence against foreign residents in VN

This decree specifically addresses measures to prevent domestic violence against foreign residents in Vietnam. This decree will take effect from December 25, 2023.

VN’s rice is most expensive in world: a good sign or a warning?

Surpassing other major exports, Vietnam’s rice has become the most expensive in the world. However, experts have warned that overly high prices may pose risks to export companies.

Revival of businesses more achievable through support

Enterprises are in critical need for more support, with a reduction of taxes and fees proposed to be lengthened until the middle of next year.

Vietnamese students at US colleges, universities rise by 5.7% in 2022-23

The number of Vietnamese students makes for the fifth-largest group of foreign students in the United States, the same as the last academic year.