VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JANUARY 19/2024

Five new issue groups in amended Land Law: press conference

Well-known saxophonist Tuan’s albums released online

Two albums by well-known saxophonist Tran Manh Tuan of HCM City have been released on online platforms.

HCM City floating flower fair to celebrate Tet

The floating flower fair, one of the HCM City’s most-visited attractions in Tet (Lunar New Year), will open at the Binh Dong Wharf in District 8 from January 25 to February 9 (or December 15-30 of lunar calendar).

Vietnamese contestant finishes fourth at Miss Global 2023

Doan Thu Thuy, the Vietnamese representative to Miss Global 2023, won the fourth runner-up title in the grand final of the competition held in Cambodia on January 18 evening.

Hanoi prepares for grand fireworks on Lunar New Year’s Eve

The fireworks will last for fifteen minutes from 12:00 AM on February 10.

ICT infrastructure planning for the period 2021-30 approved, vision to 2050

The Decision aims to develop a synchronous, modern postal network linking the real world and the digital world, part of the essential infrastructure of the country and the digital economy.

Hoang Sa – sacred part of Vietnam’s territory

Hoang Sa (Paracels) and Truong Sa (Spratlys), like integral pieces of Vietnamese blood and flesh, form part of the country’s territory, which is an immutable truth cherished by the Vietnamese people for generations.

Vietnamese, Hungarian PMs hold talks

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh held talks with his Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban in Budapest on January 18 afternoon (local time) as part of his official visit to the European nation from January 18-20.

Vietnam names additional 29 artifacts national treasures

Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on January 18 signed a decision recognising an additional 29 artifacts as national treasures.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS JANUARY 19/2024

Rice exports to be driven by high prices, stable markets

Hanoi – world’s 144th most liveable city: ECA

Hanoi moved up 16 places to 144th in a global ranking of the world's most liveable cities.

Harvesting Dong leaves for tasty Tet holiday treats

The farming of Dong leaves has long been practiced by local people for centuries and passed down from generation to generation.

2023 was the winter of startups and entrepreneurship

The Vietnam Open Innovation Ecosystem Report 2023 released by BambuUP showed that in the first nine months of 2023, the number of investments in Vietnamese startups decreased by 40 percent in quantity and 13 percent in value.

Vietnamese movie to vie for title at Berlinale

“Cu li không bao giờ khóc” (Cu li never cries) by Vietnamese director Pham Ngoc Lan has been nominated in the Panorama category at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) due to take place in Germany from February 15 to 25.

Hanoi, HCM City seek new policies to develop urban railway system

Leaders of Hanoi and HCM City are planning to ask for specific mechanisms to develop urban railways.

Vietnamese outfit voted as best costume in 2023’s global pageants

An outfit named Rising dragon worn by Vietnamese beauty Le Hoang Phuong at Miss Grand International 2023 took the lead in a vote for the best national costume in global contests this year, announced Vcrown.

Large multinationals plan investment expansion in Vietnam

Within the framework of WEF Davos 2024, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 16 presided over a panel discussion with global technology firms on cooperation to develop AI, automotive technology and semiconductor industry.

Surge in vegetable, rice, coffee orders signals prosperous year

Vegetables, rice, and coffee have seen a surge in orders right from the beginning of 2024, signaling a busy year ahead despite challenges in the global trade.

Bustling city street gearing up for coming Tet holiday

With the Lunar New Year Festival, known locally as Tet, three weeks away, plenty of shops on Hai Thuong Lan Ong street in Ho Chi Minh City have been covered in red, with a diverse range of decorations now available for sale.

Rooms to be added to hotel real estate market: Savills Vietnam

The hotel real estate market in Vietnam, particularly in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, is predicted to see a big supply thanks to new projects in the 2024-2026 period, according to Savills Vietnam.

Health Ministry recommends school closures if air pollution worsens

The Ministry of Health has recommended that Vietnamese kindergartens and elementary schools consider temporarily closing the door if air pollution in their localities climbs to hazardous levels for three consecutive days.

World’s leading baritone set for debut Vietnam performance

Belarussian baritone Vladislav Sulimsky, one of the most renowned baritones in the world, will enthrall Hanoi music lovers at the "Spring Fire" concert to be held at Ho Guom Opera House on January 20.

Foreign media suggest exploring hidden gems in Vietnam

Ritz Herald has recommended the Top 9 beautiful yet lesser-known places around Vietnam.

Vietnam, UK cooperate in human trafficking prevention, control

Commander of the Border Guard Command Lieutenant General Le Duc Thai and Head of Home Office International Operation of the UK’s Home Office Victoria Pullen signed an agreement on cooperation in the prevention and combating of human trafficking.

Vietnamese artist features in Forbes’ 50 Over 50: Asia 2023

Forbes Magazine has named People’s Artist Bach Tuyet, a cai luong (reformed opera) performer, on its 50 Over 50: Asia 2023 list.