Dragon Capital buys millions of shares of large companies

Dragon Capital has spent hundreds of billions of dong to buy Sacombank, Vinaconex and FPT Retail shares in bulk.

Hanoians to visit Our Place in Space sculpture

The award-winning sculpture trail and scale model of the solar system designed by artist Oliver Jeffers will be set up in Hà Nội from November 12.

NA to consider new tax policy amid global minimum tax application

One of two resolutions added to the National Assembly's 2023 law-building program aims to give a push in attracting new foreign investment and retaining existing investors.

Overseas Vietnamese – a key resource in national development

There are currently 376 investment overseas Vietnamese projects with a total registered capital of US$1.7 billion, along with capital contributions to thousands of enterprises in VN.

What do experts think about Vietnam's GDP growth ahead in 2024?

Many prestigious international organizations such as VinaCapital and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have forecast that Vietnamese GDP will continue seeing strong growth in 2024, rising to be among the 20 highest growing economies globally.

Painting contest invites disadvantaged people with talent to compete

The contest theme focuses on the tangible or intangible cultural value, or scenic spots in VN that can be interpreted beautifully as an artistic expression of emotions and perspectives on Việt Nam cultural heritage.

Six Vietnamese movies to be screened at Asian world film festival

A total of six local movies are set to be introduced to international audiences at the ninth edition of the Asian world film festival (AWFF) which is currently underway in Los Angeles, California in the United States.

VBF promises stronger national boxing development

Now national boxing is expected to reach higher levels with a new and energic Executive Committee led by President Lưu Tú Bảo taking charge of the Việt Nam Boxing Federation (VBF) in the 2023-28 period.

Innovative students create eco-friendly electric car model

The electric car is currently being used to serve educational and transportation needs at Nam Can Tho University.

Three young designers open Vietnam International Fashion Week 2023

The VN International Fashion Week (AVIFW) Autumn/Winter 2023 kicked off on November 8 at the Quan Ngua Sports Palace in Hanoi, with three young local designers introducing their latest collections through a series of impressive performances.

Vietnam win two more golds at world bodybuilding championships

Local athletes brought home another two gold medals at the ongoing 14th World Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Federation (WBPF) championships, with the event currently taking place in the Republic of Korea (RoK).

Missosology picks Vietnamese contestant among Top 12 at Miss Universe

Missosology, the world’s leading publication on beauty pageants, has named Vietnamese representative Bui Quynh Hoa among its third hot picks of the leading 15 beauties participating in Miss Universe 2023.

Minister of National Defense: special policies needed to attract talented staff

On November 8, the National Assembly discussed the project on building the Law on National Defense Industry, Security and Industrial Mobilization.

U.S. investments in Vietnam agriculture remain modest

Out of nearly US$12 billion pledged by U.S. companies in Vietnam, only US$149 million has been committed to agricultural projects, representing a mere 1.35% of the total.

HCM City sees rising unemployment

Many companies in HCM City have laid off staff due to a lack of orders, resulting in higher unemployment.

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Hai Phong remains biggest magnet for FDI inflows

Ministry of Transport proposes adjustment to road planning

If the proposal is put into motion, Việt Nam would have 42 highway segments that span 9,263 km, against 41 segments that span 9,014 km under the current plan.

HCM City saves over $40m in administrative management costs

HCM City has saved more than VNĐ1 trillion (US$40.8 million) in administrative management costs through the implementation of a financial autonomy mechanism last year, the municipal People’s Committee said in a report.

Legal framework needed for criminal cases involving electronic evidence

VN needs to establish a comprehensive legal framework to effectively handle criminal cases involving electronic evidence and virtual currency, experts said.

US travel guide reveals 10 best beaches in Vietnam

Travel publisher Lonely Planet of the United States has suggested the 10 best beaches to visit in the nation, with famous sites such as Hoi An, Phu Quoc, and Nha Trang featured on the list.

Zhongsin International Music Competition launched in Vietnam

The Zhongsin International Music Competition is set to be held for the first time in the nation at the Vietnam National Academy of Music in Hanoi from November 11 to November 12.

Measures sought to speed up transition to electric vehicles

The Ministry of Transport (MoT) and the United National Development Programme (UNDP) and the Japanese Embassy in Vietnam jointly held a conference in Hanoi on November 10 to discuss ways to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles.

Application of global minimum tax necessary: officials

The National Assembly (NA) on November 10 listened to the proposal on a draft resolution on the imposition of top-up corporate income tax under the Global Anti-Base Erosion (GloBE) rules, and a verification report on this draft.

Vietnam to export first batch of bird’s nests to China this month

The General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) has officially allowed a Vietnamese enterprise to export bird’s nests to the country, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has announced.

Vietnamese, Chinese officials talk territorial, border issues

Permanent Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nguyen Minh Vu and Chinese Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Sun Weidong conducted a meeting for negotiations on the Vietnam-China territorial and border issues.