Debt trading interest creates call for new framework

New legislation is needed to secure the future of debt trading – and with prudent tweaks to the current regime, Vietnam could open up the market for retail trading on its newest platform, bringing together banks and investors.

Vietnam, Cambodia further coordination in building shared border of peace, development

Vietnam and Cambodia will continue their close coordination to effectively implement legal documents regarding the land border to ensure a shared borderline of friendship, peace, stability, cooperation and sustainable development.

Bui Xuan Phai Awards honour musician Hong Dang

Popular musician Hong Dang won Grand Prize at the annual Bui Xuan Phai Awards yesterday. 

Green hydrogen in the roadmap of energy transition in Vietnam

Vietnam is well aware of the importance of changing the structure of energy sources in the direction of increasing the proportion of renewable energy associated with economical, efficient and sustainable use of energy.

 

President addresses online high-level debate on UN-AU cooperation

President Nguyen Xuan Phuc attended the virtual high-level open debate on cooperation between the United Nations (UN) and the African Union (AU) on October 28, 

Vietnam affirms support for international legal processes at UN General Assembly

Ambassador Pham Hai Anh, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, affirmed Vietnam’s support for international legal processes.

Vietnamese need to be of the same mindset to overcome current challenges

The current challenges are unprecedented and Vietnamese people need to share the same mindset to overcome them, according to Nguyen Dinh Cung, an economist.

Schools in HCM City’s low and moderate risk areas to reopen: draft plan

Schools in HCM City’s low and moderate pandemic risk areas would be allowed to reopen but not organise any activities outside their campus under a draft plan from the HCM City Department of Education and Training.

HCM City announces traffic regulations for passenger transport

HCM City Department of Transport has announced traffic regulations that specify where vehicles can work following new guidelines under the Government’s Resolution No. 128.

 

HCM City native wins grand prize at world art contest

Anh Le, a native of HCM City, has been named as one of the winners of the 'Illustrators of the Future' contest in science fiction and fantasy art in the US.

Steel industry to join 10-billion USD export club

With a record export growth rate in the first nine months of 2021, steel is forecast to soon join the 10-billion USD export club.

Health Ministry proposes reward of up to VND9 million to couples who have second child

People in areas with low fertility rates may receive a reward twice as much as the regions’ minimum wages if they have a second child.

Public debt exceeds VND4 quadrillion, VND5 quadrillion threshold near

Public debt is anticipated to increase rapidly in 2022-2024, exceeding the VND4 quadrillion threshold and getting closer to VND5 quadrillion.

Vietnam makes progress on SDG 2030 ambitions

Pursuing its dream of prosperity over the next decade, Vietnam may reach some of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals by revitalising global partnerships for sustainable development.

Parents, experts have different views about reopening schools

Students in Hanoi may be able to return to school as the city has been listed as a green zone. However, no final decision has been released.

PM Pham Minh Chinh to attend COP 26, visit UK, France

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will lead a Vietnamese delegation to the 26th United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP 26) to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, in early November.

COVID-19: Virus infections rise again in Vietnam

The number of people testing positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus in Vietnam has increased to 4,500 – 5,000 over the past few days compared to fewer than 4,000 recorded in the past week.

Vietnam in Group C of 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup

Vietnam are in Group C of the 2022 AFC Women's Asian Cup following a draw held at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s headquarters in Malaysia on October 28.

Restaurants in HCM City bustling on the first day of dining-in

October 28 was the first day Ho Chi Minh City allowed restaurants and eateries to serve customers on-site. 

Vietnam ready to welcome sport teams to SEA Games 31 in mid-May 2022

Vietnam is ready to welcome sport teams from 11 regional countries to the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in mid-May, 2022, said Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Hoang Dao Cuong.

Additional capital by foreign firms up over 24 pct in 10 months

Foreign investors poured 23.74 billion USD in new projects, existing projects, and in contribution of capital and share purchases as of October 20, up 1.1 percent year-on-year, reported the Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI).

Hanoi regulates COVID-19 testing, monitoring, quarantine for returnees

Hanoi will only require testing for those who come from COVID-19-affected areas at level 4 (very high risk) and quarantine for people from the areas at level 3 (high risk), according to the city's Department of Health.

Bilingual art book features Vietnamese folk arts, festivals

A group of young artists in HCM City will release a new bilingual art book featuring 30 folk music genres and theatrical performing arts, and six traditional festivals of Vietnam.

Petrol price hike puts pressure on consumers, threatens inflation

The prices of goods and services have begun escalating following a shocking hike in petrol price, reaching a 7-year high, announced by petroleum distributors on October 25.

Clean or cheap: seeking safe energy options for Vietnam

“The international pressure to reduce coal-fired thermal power is huge,” said an expert involved in the compilation of the draft of national power development plan 8.