Vietnamese PM receives leaders of global economic groups on sidelines of COP26

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said Vietnam’s attendance at COP26 once again affirms its commitment to cutting carbon emissions to zero by 2050, and calls for fairness and justice in climate change issues.

PM meets with Australian counterpart, EC President on sidelines of COP26

PM Pham Minh Chinh had bilateral meetings with Australian Prime Minister and President of the European Commission on the sidelines of the COP26 in the UK on November 1 (local time).

Construction Ministry proposes VND65 trillion credit package for social housing development

The Ministry of Construction (MOC) is seeking approval from the Prime Minister for a VND65 trillion credit package as a part of socio-economic recovery in the post-Covid period.

Vietnam’s litchis, longan sell at high prices overseas, but minister still unhappy

Only when Vietnam can bring its farm produce to official distribution systems in countries will Vietnam’s national brand be well known by consumers around the world, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Minh Hoan said.

Hanoi’s proposal to collect fees from cars entering inner city raises concerns

Hanoi is considering setting up 87 toll collection stations in an effort to restrict the number of cars entering the inner city.

Vietnamese overseas investment soars by 35.1% over 10 months

Vietnamese overseas investment during the past 10 months of the year surged by 35.1% to reach US$646 million compared to the same period from last year, according to figures recently released by the General Statistics Office (GSO).

Cyber security becoming a big concern for firms, individuals

Cyber security is now a concern for everyone, said Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Huy Dung at the Vietnam Security Summit 2021.

Domestic violence during the pandemic

According to the Center for Research and Scientific Application on Gender-Family-Women- Adolescents, during social distancing, violence against women and girls not only increased in the number of cases but also changed in some aspects.

 

Japan’s free old train carriages and Vietnam's attitude

Before deciding to offer 37 used carriages to the Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR), Japan had presented many old carriages to other countries.

Mekong Delta localities raise COVID-19 alert level as cases surge

The Mekong Delta provinces are scrambling to control an unexpected surge in community cases of COVID-19, with many showing unknown sources of infection.

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Vietjet inks $420 million deals in the UK

Vietnam to unlock mechanisms to attract private power investors

The Government of Viet Nam is building open mechanisms to mobilise private investment in power projects, especially in renewable energy (RE).

PM Pham Minh Chinh hosts business, university leaders in UK

PM Pham Minh Chinh hosted leaders of ten foreign corporations and leading British universities in Edinburg, Scotland, on October 31 (local time), as part of his visit to the UK for the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26).

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26 local movies to be screened ahead of national film festival

First Vietnamese films scheduled to be in cinemas after lockdown

Rừng Thế Mạng (Lost in the Jungle), a psychological thriller by Vietnamese filmmakers, will be in cinemas on December 31.

VTV wins top prize at Asiavision Awards

Vietnam National Television (VTV) has won the 2021 Award for Coverage of the Year at the Asiavision Annual Awards.

Cashless payments in e-commerce to account for 50% by 2025 in Vietnam

According to a new scheme approved by the Prime Minister, the value of non-cash payments would be 25 times higher than GDP and the proportion of the payment method in e-commerce would account for 50% by 2025.

Hanoi to offer 15-day free pass for all passengers on Cat Linh-Ha Dong metro line

Hanoi will offer free travel for all passengers on its first metro line Cat Linh – Ha Dong during the first 15 days after the line is put into operation, according to Director of the city’s Department of Transport Vu Van Vien.

PM witnesses signing of 26 cooperation deals between Vietnam, UK

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended and witnessed a ceremony to sign 26 cooperation agreements between ministries, sectors and businesses of Vietnam and the United Kingdom (UK) on October 31 (London time)

AI technology used in financial investments

Unlike conventional fund models, artificial intelligence-powered investment funds apply technology to process data, thereby automatically recommending effective investment strategies.

Will an Apple Store open in Hanoi or HCM City?

If Apple opens an Apple Store in Vietnam, many experts believe that the chosen location must be very convenient and in an area with luxury goods.

Make-in-Vietnam satellite to be launched in early November

After two delays, Vietnam's NanoDragon satellite will be put on the launch pad for the third time by the end of this week.

11 imported-car distributors propose 50% reduction in registration fees

The Vehicles Importers Vietnam Association (VIVA) has submitted a written proposal to the Ministry of Finance regarding a 50% cut in car registration fees.

Each Khmer festival tells unique story with deep religious and human relevance

The Khmer people have a lengthy history. As a result of these deeply rooted rituals and ideas, even if traditional festivals have moved to many different locales, they have not lost touch with their original awareness.