Orders are returning but firms struggle with capital shortage

Enterprises are in need of support more than ever. It’s time to introduce drastic solutions to nurture their confidence and improve their capacity, as well as the entire economy.

Local car market experiences strong transition to green vehicles

The increase in the number of electric vehicles from 138 units in 2019 to over 28,000 electric vehicles and 3,557 hybrid vehicles in September 2023 is a clear indication of the growing interest in these vehicles among consumers.

Nam to seek higher world place at M15 Nakhon Si Thammarat events

National top tennis player Ly Hoang Nam will begin the new lunar calendar year with two international tournaments in Thailand starting next week.

Public offerings key to promoting corporate bond market: experts

In addition to simplifying issuance regulations, experts also said that a comprehensive solution is needed to remove legal barriers and develop investor bases.

Van Thinh Phat fraud trial to begin next month in HCM City

The trial of Truong My Lan, chairwoman of property developer Van Thinh Phat accused of bribery, violating bank regulations and embezzlement at the Saigon Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SCB) will begin on March 5 at HCM City People’s Court.

First teams in Clipper Round World Yacht Race dock at Ha Long port

The first teams competing in the 2023-2024 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race docked at Ha Long International Cruise Port in the northeastern province of Quang Ninh ahead of schedule.

Great opportunities for southeast region to develop semiconductor chip industry

Currently, Vietnam has around 6,000 engineers working in the semiconductor industry for both domestic and foreign enterprises.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES FEBRUARY 18/2024

Deputy PM urges ensuring quality, progress of expressway, power projects

Car users should know new policies in Vietnam

These policies are outlined in Decree 90/2023/ND-CP, which regulates the collection rate, collection, payment, exemption, management and use of road user fees.

VN’s automobile market stands fifth place in the region

The decline in domestic automobile consumption and its drop to fifth place in Southeast Asia can be attributed to both external and internal factors, according to industry insiders.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS FEBRUARY 18/2024

Export activities bustle on first workday after Tet

Hanoi to host international chess events in 2024

Vietnam will host at least four chess competitions of the Hanoi International Chess Series in 2024, which will deliver world point ranking for successful masters.

Securities companies’ outstanding loans reach record high

Though their outstanding loans have reached a 2-year high, securities companies have reported profit falls, while market liquidity is declining.

Creative man finding new uses for Vietnamese bananas trees

Bananas are easy to grow and care for, and have good yields in Việt Nam, but while most people only think of bananas as food, one man in Hà Nội is making them into handicrafts.

Promoting culture – where to start?

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) plans to spend VND350 trillion on a national culture promotion and development program from 2025 to 2035.

Startups to expand use of AI-based virtual assistants in 2024

While 2023 saw the increased use of generative AI, 2024 will witness the boom of apps from AI (artificial intelligence).

Turning Red River’s mudflats into green parks, community space

The mudflats in the middle of and along the river are not far from the pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake. While the current pedestrian space has been overloaded, the mudflats could be another choice for entertainment activities.

Ethnic man with desire to bring Vietnamese coffee products to the world

Y Pot Niê, 36, an E De ethnic man, stands at his booth at the eighth National Farmers Forum, taking place in Hanoi, and inviting visitors to try a cup of his coffee.

Positive changes seen in HCM City’s transport infrastructure development

The city has completed a number of major transport projects and is carrying out many ongoing traffic construction works.

Vietnam to consider expanding visa exemption to stimulate tourism demand

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has requested the Ministry of Public Security to consider the expansion of visa exemptions for citizens of some countries in accordance with the new context and bilateral cooperation.

What will Vietnam do to meet net zero emissions commitment?

Leaders of numerous State management agencies and experts have outlined major orientations and specific actions Vietnam should take towards fulfilling its net zero emissions commitment by 2050 delivered at the 26th UN Conference on Climate Change.

PM calls for ‘comprehensive plan’ to revive national flag carrier

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged agencies to develop a ‘comprehensive plan’ to tackle the financial challenges faced by lossmaking national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines.

Culture ministry pours money into historical movies distribution

According to the newly-issued decision, State-budget funded movies aim to balance between propaganda and profit.

Hanoi historical festival commemorates Trưng Sisters’ Uprising

This year’s festival includes a modern 3D mapping sound and light show with the theme Âm Vang Mê Linh (The Echo of Mê Linh).

Vietnamese travel agency faces fine for tourists stranded in Phu Quoc

Kien Giang Department of Tourism has announced a VNĐ30 million (US$1,200) fine on a Vietnamese travel agency involved in the case of nearly 300 Taiwanese tourists being stranded on Phu Quoc Island, a decision which the company appeals.