Vietnamese furniture is re-entering the international marketplace

In July, a significant number of Vietnamese processors saw their orders return, indicating that the global wooden furniture market is seeing signs of recovery.

VIETNAM BUSINESS NEWS AUGUST 14/2023

Vietnam urged to devise suitable policies for cross-border e-commerce

Re:born Creative: a hidden gem of art and culture

The young owners of Re:born Creative want to do their bit to breathe life back into the artistic and cultural landscape of Hanoi after the pandemic.

Entertainment and cultural events of the week (August 14-20/2023)

Entertainment and cultural events in Vietnam's major cities from August 14 to 20.

Remote medical examination and treatment help all people access health care

Innovating grassroots health care operations so that people can enjoy better health care services is something that the health sector has always paid attention to. One of solutions is developing remote medical examination and treatment services.

Singaporean developers retain throne in real estate

Top Singaporean groups are continuing to make their mark in Vietnam’s real estate arena, from luxury apartments to industrial complexes.

VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES AUGUST 14/2023

First festival honouring Áo bà ba slated for late September in Hau Giang

Ongoing support proposed for jobless, financially challenged people

Vice Chairman of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor Phan Van Anh yesterday proposed to maintain help for labor union members and laborers facing working time reduction or layoff by businesses due to a lack of orders.

May-June power shortages cost Vietnam US$1.4 billion: World Bank

The power outages in northern Vietnam in May and June inflicted a significant economic blow, totaling US$1.4 billion or 0.3% of Vietnam’s GDP, according to the latest report by the World Bank.

Asian elephant alliance launched

The Asian Elephant Alliance (AEA) calls for partnership and collective action as it acknowledges that the challenges faced by the elephants in our region cannot be solved in isolation.

Oceanman VN sets new race day after wrong map problem

Currently, more than 900 athletes from 21 countries and territories have registered to take part in the event with five categories available.

Accident in Gia Lai: truck driver Dinh Tien Binh arrested

A truck driver has been arrested after a fatal crash in Gia Lai Province that killed three members of Hoàng Anh Gia Lai (HAGL) football club.

Phan Thiet airport to be operational in 2024

Phan Thiet airport in the south-central province of Bình Thuận is set to be completed and operational by early next year.

HCM City accelerates progress of waste-to-energy plants

HCM City has five ongoing projects aimed at transforming current solid waste treatment plants into waste-to-energy models, according to the city’s Department of Natural Resources and Environment.

Shooting team to compete at world championship

Vietnam will send a team of 10 shooters to compete at the world championship, which is considered the team's final test for ahead of the 19th Asian Games next month.

Vietnam's seafood exports forecast to reach US$9 billion in 2023

Vietnam will likely see a decline in seafood exports for this year although market prospects are better than last year's end, according to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).

National economy bouncing back: experts

Vietnam’s economy has begun to gather steam again since the start of the third quarter of this year, helping consolidate confidence of businesses and investors, experts have said.

Automatic fire alarm system proposed for Hanoi houses

Hanoi police have recommended that homes in Hanoi should have fire alarms installed.

Government delays special consumption tax on online games amid industry growth

The Government has agreed that, in the near term, special consumption tax will not be levied on online games.

State removes difficulties to reach wood export target this year

The State will remove difficulties to achieve the export target of timber and forest products this year.

Hanoi's roadway and sidewalk leasing plan needs careful consideration

The management of roadways and sidewalks needs to be done carefully with high public consensus and having to choose the right time.

Agent Orange victims make efforts to overcome adversity

According to figures, 4.8 million Vietnamese were exposed to Agent Orange, with over three million of them becoming victims.

Vietnam to host World Flower Council Summit for the first time

The 37th World Flower Council Summit is scheduled to take place in Da Lat City from September 8 to September 12, marking the first event to be held in Vietnam.

US travel guide reveals top 10 best places to visit in Vietnam

US travel publisher Lonely Planet has suggested the top 10 best places to visit in the nation, including fast-paced cities, beautiful beaches, and misty mountains that feel like the edge of the known world.

HCM City’s District 1 to organise largest culinary event ever

HCM City's District 1 will organise a F&B Networking Fair 2023 later in August to highlight special Vietnamese culinary characteristics and promote businesses in the field.