New laws expected to better allocate resources for economic growth

Starting August 1, 2024, three key laws - the 2024 Land Law, the amended Housing Law, and the amended Real Estate Business Law came into effect.

Vietnamese women vie for 2027 FIFA World Cup place

The Vietnamese national women's football team will train in Europe from September 1 to 15 as they strive to secure a spot at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup finals.

Batdongsan.com.vn’s parent company PropertyGuru acquired in $1.1 billion deal

EQT Private Capital Asia has announced the acquisition of PropertyGuru, the parent company of Batdongsan.com.vn, for $1.1 billion, marking a significant move in the proptech industry.

Vietnam – China trade on the road to US$200 billion ambitious goal this year

Two-way trade turnover between Vietnam and China fetched US$112.2 billion in the past seven months, up 25% year on year.

Hanoi pushes for special mechanism to complete 400km of metro lines by 2035

Chairman Tran Sy Thanh of the Hanoi People’s Committee has called on the Prime Minister to implement special and breakthrough policies to fast-track the completion of more than 10 metro lines in the capital, stretching over 400 kilometers.

Logistics firms face global pressure to go green

Green logistics can help reduce transportation costs and increase efficiency in the supply chain by optimising delivery routes and reducing the number of empty or half-loaded trucks on the road.

Overseas Vietnamese players strengthen V-League

The V-League is seeing a surge in the number of overseas Vietnamese players, a development that not only adds diversity to the league but also provides Coach Kim Sang Sik with exciting new options for the Vietnam national team.

Golden opportunity in online exports via international branding

Vietnam is on the cusp of an online export revolution, buoyed by supportive government policies and abundant production capacity, according to industry experts.

Mounted police showcase strength and skill in Ho Chi Minh City parade

On August 18th, Ho Chi Minh City residents were treated to a display of strength and skill as the Mounted Police Unit of the Mobile Police Command paraded through Le Loi Street, demonstrating complex equestrian maneuvers and combat techniques.

Vietnam aims for 1.5 billion USD target from livestock exports

Vietnam is ramping up efforts to increase its livestock product exports, targeting a value of 1-1.5 billion USD by 2025.

Dutch traveler raves about traditional Nam Dinh pho in Saigon

During her culinary journey through Vietnam, Dutch tourist Diana Neven made a notable stop at a 60-year-old pho shop in Ho Chi Minh City, famed for its Nam Dinh-style pho.

K-pop rapper B.I to perform at 8Wonder Moon Festival in Hanoi

K-pop rapper Kim Han Bin alias B.I is expected to come to Vietnam for a performance at 8Wonder Moon Festival in Hanoi next month as a special guest.

First super moon of the year to be observed in Vietnam early August 20

Astronomy enthusiasts in Vietnam are counting down to the time when the first super moon of the year, a rare astronomical phenomenon, will rise to the fullest in the night sky early on August 20.

Party General Secretary, State President To Lam arrives in Beijing

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam arrived in Beijing on August 18 evening, continuing their state visit to China from August 18-20.

Top VN leader meets with Chinese representatives of friendship organisations

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam met with representatives of friendship organisations, family members of revolutionary generals, experts and advisors,

Top leader visits Vietnamese Embassy, meets with OVs in Beijing

General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam, his spouse, and a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam visited the Vietnamese Embassy in Beijing on August 18 evening.

Vietnamese top leader meets with Guangdong Party Committee Secretary

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam had a meeting with Secretary of the Party Committee of Guangdong province Huang Kunming and the provincial Party Committee’s Standing Committee in Guangzhou on August 18.

Party Central Committee elects three new members to the Secretariat

On August 16th, the 13th Party Central Committee held a meeting to discuss personnel matters within its jurisdiction. During the meeting, three new members were elected to the Secretariat.

General Secretary and President To Lam honors Martyr Pham Hong Thai in Guangzhou

During his official state visit to China, General Secretary and President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse, laid a wreath and offered incense in memory of Martyr Pham Hong Thai at Huanghuagang Martyrs’ Cemetery.

Binh Dinh begins construction of VND4,300 billion AI Center

Binh Dinh province has embarked on an ambitious project with the launch of its VND 4,300 billion Artificial Intelligence Center, designed to be a cornerstone for research, education, and technological advancement in the region.

Origins and significance of Vu Lan Festival

According to Buddhist beliefs, the 15th day of the 7th lunar month, known as Vu Lan, is associated with the story of Maudgalyayana (Muc Kien Lien in Vietnamese) saving his mother from the realm of hungry ghosts.

Crowds thrill to Vietnam’s first cavalry procession in HCM City

Ho Chi Minh City witnessed a historic moment on the evening of August 17th as Vietnam’s Cavalry Unit made its first-ever public appearance.

General Secretary and State President To Lam arrives in Guangdong, China

On the morning of August 18th, the aircraft carrying General Secretary and President To Lam, along with his spouse, landed at Baiyun International Airport in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, marking the start of an official state visit to China.

Global press highlights Party Chief and President To Lam’s visit to China

International media outlets, including China's Xinhua News Agency and the UK's BBC, have published reports on the state visit of General Secretary and President To Lam to China.

Party General Secretary, State President To Lam leaves for state visit to China

This morning, General Secretary and State President To Lam, accompanied by his spouse and a high-ranking delegation, departed Hanoi for a three-day state visit to China.