HCM City to grow more trees

Cities around Vietnam have seen an alarmingly poor tree density compared to the national standard, with that of HCMC being the lowest, said a report from the Ministry of Construction.

Cham Islands eye on Nature Reserve promotion

The debut of the Chàm Islands Nature Reserve would help improve the protection of natural areas for Quảng Nam and bring more value in eco-tourism, research, education, investment and ‘green’ growth in the future.

Ukrainian artist fuses precision and cuteness in her first exhibition in VN

The gallery’s bright front space is occupied by a gigantic sketchbook with a selection of sketches from her ordinary A5-size sketchbook. Visitors can witness and admire how immaculate each detail and drawing stroke is in her illustration.

Discovering ancient Vietnamese heritage at Thay Pagoda

Situated at the foot of an arc-shaped limestone mountain overlooking the plains of Sai Son Commune, the pagoda stands among picturesque villages in a mesmerising mountainous landscape akin to a realm of enchantment.

Over 150 photos depict the life of ethnic minority groups in Hoa Binh

The 2023 Photography Camp organized by the Hoa Binh Provincial Literature and Arts Association received more than 150 impressive, high-quality photos capturing the beauty and daily life of ethnic minorities in Hoa Binh.

Small companies report losses, big players see profit decreases

2023 has been a tough year for many companies reporting business result declines. Even bluechips have seen prices sliding though the market is believed to have bottomed out.

Overnight electric bike charging at Hanoi's mini apartment buildings banned

According to an official dispatch recently issued by the Hanoi authorities, mini apartment buildings should build proper electric bike charging stations and not allow overnight charging.

Sa Huynh civilisation relic site seeks UNESCO recognition

The central province of Quang Ngai is building dossiers to seek UNESCO’s recognition of Sa Huynh civilisation relic site as a world heritage.

Polish pianist leads in new HBSO concert

Joanna Marcinkowska, one of the leading pianists of Poland’s younger generation, will star in a HBSO concert at the Saigon Opera House on November 11.

Vietnam's digital economy may reach US$45 billion by 2025

Vietnam’s digital economy is expected to gain robust growth and reach an estimated US$45 billion by 2025, according to a joint report by Alphabet, Temasek Holdings, and Bain & Company.

Develop technical barriers to protect children online

According to the Department of Children (Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs), the National Child Protection Hotline recorded nearly 370,000 calls, with nearly 28,000 calls recorded and more than 1,500 cases receiving support in 2022.

200,000 Vietnamese have cardiovascular accidents a year

Strokes can happen to anyone of any age. However, some people have higher than normal risk of stroke such as smokers, obese people, and those suffering from atrial fibrillation (AF), and those with a genetic propensity.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS NOVEMBER 3/2023

7th Coffee Expo Vietnam 2023 kicks off in HCM City

Electricity industry faces diminished performance in Q3

The electricity industry faces diminished performance in Q3 as profits plummet due to the struggles of hydropower and thermal power businesses.

Vietnamese marksmen bring home more medals from Asian championship

The Vietnamese side collected three silvers and five bronzes in total from the South Korean championship. This is the highest number of medals Vietnam has won at a continental championship.

Victory Cup 2023 to honour VN's best sportsmen of the year

Considered the Oscar award of Vietnamese sports, the Cup will honour one top candidate in 11 different categories. A big bonus of about VNĐ750 million (US$30,600) will be awarded to the winners.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES NOVEMBER 3/2023

Vietnam, Mongolia issue joint communiqué

Proposal for new set of textbooks under education ministry causes public concern

Currently, there are three sets of textbooks approved by the Ministry of Education and Training for use in schools. However, the evaluating and editing of the textbooks showed shortcomings, leading to errors in 18 textbooks’ content.

Vietnam, int'l community call on US to end embargo on Cuba

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), has joined those of other countries in opposing the US’s economic and trade embargo on Cuba.

National Innovation Centre, Dutch lighting giant sign MoU

Dutch lighting giant Signify and Vietnam’s National Innovation Centre (NIC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to facilitate their collaboration in the areas of innovation and sustainability.

HCM City’s tourist arrivals top 30 million in 10 months

Ho Chi Minh City welcomed more than 30 million domestic and foreign visitors during January – October, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

Vietnam, Netherlands exchange MoU on customs cooperation

Deputy Minister of Finance Vo Thanh Hung and Dutch Ambassador to Vietnam Kees van Baar on Nov. 2 exchanged the MoU on the implementation of the VN-Netherlands agreement on cooperation and mutual administrative assistance in customs matters.

Dutch PM attends roundtable on international law, order at sea in Hanoi

Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte visited the VN Diplomatic Academy and delivered a speech at a round-table conference on "International Law and Order at Sea" co-hosted by the DAV and the Clingendael Institute of the Netherlands in Hanoi yesterday.

Vietnam’s 10-month trade surplus hits five-year record high of US$24.6 billion

Vietnam maintained a positive trade balance of US$3 billion in October, raising the country’s total trade surplus during January – October 2023 to more than US$24.6 billion, the highest in five years.

NA deputies debate solutions to develop cultural industry

The revenue from two performance nights of the South Korean girl hand BlackPink was equal to half of the total revenue from performances that Vietnam has targeted by 2030.